A5-Statement of Work-.pdf

Statement of Work / Performance Work Statement

Title: IR Telemetrics RF-based telemetry system Period of performance of this contract is: Date of award to 90 days after award.

SECTION 1 – BACKGROUND

The NIOSH Pittsburgh Mining Research Division conducts research aimed at preventing roof falls in underground mines. This research focuses on using data from roof bolting machines to identify when the mine roof may be structurally unsound.

Collecting this data is difficult because key parts of the roof bolting machine rotate. Traditional wired systems are not practical in these areas.

A telemetry system is needed to collect sensor data during machine operation. This data will support research to better understand roof conditions and improve mine safety.

SECTION 2 – PURPOSE/OBJECTIVE

The purpose of this acquisition is to obtain a radio frequency telemetry system from IR Telemetrics capable of collecting sensor data from a roof bolting machine during operation.

The objective is to collect data from the rotating drill steel of a roof bolting machine, where traditional wiring is not practical. The system must be capable of operating in high vibration environments, such as internal combustion engines, automotive transmissions, and rotating machinery, and must be demonstrated to maintain reliable data collection under these conditions.

The system must also include universal signal conditioning to support strain gauges, load cells, accelerometers, and other compatible sensors.

The data collected will support efforts to identify structurally unsound roof conditions and improve mine safety.

SECTION 3 – SCOPE OF WORK

The contractor shall provide a radio frequency telemetry system from IR Telemetrics capable of collecting sensor data from the rotating drill steel of a roof bolting machine. The system shall include all required components, accessories, and documentation needed for operation.

The system shall be capable of operating in high vibration environments and shall include signal conditioning to support strain gauges and accelerometers.

The contractor shall provide the following components:

1. One single channel analog radio frequency transmitter for acceleration

2. One single channel analog radio frequency transmitter for strain

3. One inductive power converter with pick up coil

4. One Model 1051 inductive power supply

5. One custom inductive exciter coil with mounting hardware and integral receiving antennas

The contractor shall provide design, machining, and assembly of a clamp-on transmitter housing containing the transmitters and power converter. The housing shall be designed to mount directly to the drill steel.

The system shall be delivered in fully functional condition.

SECTION 4 – TASKS TO BE PERFORMED

Task 1: Provide Telemetry System Components The contractor shall provide a radio frequency telemetry system from IR Telemetrics, including:

1. One single channel analog radio frequency transmitter for acceleration

2. One single channel analog radio frequency transmitter for strain

3. One inductive power converter with pick up coil

4. One Model 1051 inductive power supply

5. One custom inductive exciter coil with mounting hardware and integral receiving antennas

Task 2: Provide Custom Housing The contractor shall provide design, machining, and assembly of a clamp-on transmitter housing containing the transmitters and power converter. The housing shall be designed to mount directly to the drill steel.

Task 3: Deliver Equipment The contractor shall deliver all equipment in fully functional condition to the Government.

SECTION 5 – GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY

None.

SECTION 6 – PLACE OF PERFORMANCE AND CONTRACT SUPPORT HOURS

SUBSECTION: A

Work will be performed at the contractor’s facility. Equipment will be delivered to

NIOSH Pittsburgh Mining Research Division 626 Cochran Mill Road Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15236-3611

SUBSECTION: B

The contractor shall perform delivery and installation activities during normal business hours, defined as Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., excluding Federal holidays, unless otherwise coordinated with the Contracting Officer’s Representative

SUBSECTION C:

OBSERVANCE OF LEGAL HOLIDAYS AND ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE

Holidays-Government personnel observe the following listed days as holidays:

Washington’s Birthday Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veteran’s Day Thanksgiving Christmas Day New Year’s Day Columbus Day Martin Luther King Day Any other day designated by Federal Statue Any other day designated by Executive Order Any other day designated by Presidential proclamation

SECTION 7 – TRAVEL

Not applicable.

SECTION 8 – DELIVERABLES/REPORTING SCHEDULE

The contractor shall deliver the following items within the agreed timeframe after contract award:

1. One single channel analog radio frequency transmitter for acceleration

2. One single channel analog radio frequency transmitter for strain

3. One inductive power converter with pick up coil

4. One Model 1051 inductive power supply

5. One custom inductive exciter coil with mounting hardware and integral receiving antennas

6. One clamp-on transmitter housing containing the transmitters and power converter

Task Deliverable Quality/Format Due Date Deliver To Task 1 Provide Telemetry

System Components Provide a radio frequency telemetry system.

After receipt of award and within 90 days after award.

COR

Task 2 Provide Custom Housing

Provide design, machining, and assembly of a clamp-on transmitter housing containing the

After receipt of award and within 90 days after award.

COR

Deliverables transmitters and power converter. The housing shall be designed to mount directly to the drill steel.

Task 3 Deliver Equipment Shall deliver all equipment in fully functional condition to the Government.

After receipt of award and within 90 days after award.

COR

Acceptance Criteria: Equipment shall be accepted upon verification that it meets manufacturer specifications and is fully operational.

SECTION 9 – REFERENCE MATERIALS

https://irtelemetrics.com/products/analog_telemetry_systems

SECTION 10 – MINIMUM VENDOR QUALIFICATIONS

The contractor shall be an authorized manufacturer or distributor capable of providing the required equipment.

SECTION 11 – ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Information Security and Privacy N/A

Human Subjects Protections in Research STARS Determination is not required

Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) Paperwork Reduction Act does not apply

Section 508 Compliance Section 508 and Accessibility Requirements

Part A – Provision

352.239-78 Information and Communication Technology Accessibility Notice.

(Deviation)

As prescribed in 339.203-70(a), insert the following provision:

https://irtelemetrics.com/products/analog_telemetry_systems

INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY ACCESSIBILITY

NOTICE (FEB 2024) (DEVIATION)

Reference HHSAR 352.239-73[8] Electronic Information and [Communication] Technology Accessibility Notice.

[(Deviation)]

[(a) Any offeror responding to this solicitation must comply with established HHS Information and Communication Technology (ICT) accessibility standards. Information about Section 508 is available at https://www.hhs.gov/web/section-508/index.html.

(b) The Section 508 accessibility standards applicable to this solicitation are stated in the clause at 352.239-79 Information and Communication Technology Accessibility. In order to facilitate the Government’s determination whether proposed ICT supplies, products, platforms, information, and documentation meet applicable Section 508 accessibility standards, offerors must submit an appropriate HHS Section 508 Accessibility Conformance Checklist (see https://www.hhs.gov/web/section-508/accessibility-checklists/index.html) or an Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR) (based on the Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT) see https://www.itic.org/policy/accessibility/vpat), in accordance with the completion instructions. The purpose of the checklists and conformance reports are to assist HHS acquisition and program officials in determining whether proposed ICT supplies, products, platforms, information, and documentation conform to applicable Section 508 accessibility standards.

Checklists and ACRs evaluate—in detail—whether the ICT conforms to specific Section 508 accessibility standards and identifies remediation efforts needed to address conformance issues.

(c) If an offeror claims its supplies or services meet applicable Section 508 accessibility standards, and it is later determined by the Government, i.e., after award of a contract or order, that supplies, products, platforms, information, documentation, or services support delivered do not conform to the described accessibility standards, remediation of the supplies, products, platforms, information, documentation, or services support to the level of conformance specified in the contract will be the responsibility of the Contractor at its expense.

(d) In order to facilitate the Government's determination whether proposed ICT supplies meet applicable Section 508 accessibility standards, offerors must submit an Accessibility Conformance Report, in accordance with its completion instructions and tailored to the requirements in the solicitation. The purpose of the Report is to assist HHS acquisition and program officials in determining whether proposed ICT supplies conform to applicable Section 508 accessibility standards. The template allows offerors or developers to self-evaluate their supplies and document, in detail, whether they conform to a specific Section 508 accessibility standard, and any underway remediation efforts addressing conformance issues. Instructions for preparing the Template are available at https://www.section508.gov/.

(e) Additionally, offerors must provide enough information to assist the Government in determining that the ICT services conform to Section 508 accessibility standards, including any underway remediation efforts addressing conformance issues.

https://www.hhs.gov/web/section-508/index.html https://www.section508.gov/

(f) Respondents to this solicitation must identify any inability to conform to Section 508 requirements. If an offeror claims its supplies or services meet applicable Section 508 accessibility standards, and it is later determined by the Government, i.e., after award of a contract or order, that supplies or services delivered do not conform to the described accessibility standards, remediation of the supplies or services to the level of conformance specified in the contract will be the responsibility of the Contractor at its expense.

(g) Items delivered as electronic content must be accessible to HHS acceptance criteria.

Checklist for various formats are available at http://508.hhs.gov/. Materials, other than items incidental to contract management, that are final items for delivery should be accompanied by the appropriate checklist, except upon approval of the Contracting Officer or Contracting Officer’s Representative.

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Part B - Clause

352.239-79 Information and Communication Technology Accessibility. (Deviation)

As prescribed in 339.203-70(b), insert the following clause:

INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY ACCESSIBILITY

(FEB 2024) (DEVIATION)

(a) Pursuant to Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. 794d), as amended by the Workforce Investment Act of 1998, all information and communication technology (ICT) supplies, products, platforms, information, documentation, and services support developed, acquired, maintained or delivered under this contract or order must comply with the Revised 508 Standards, which are located at 36 C.F.R. 1194.1 and Appendices A, B, and C, and are available at https://www.access-board.gov/ict/. Information about Section 508 is available at https://www.hhs.gov/web/section-508/index.html.

(b) Additional Section 508 accessibility standards applicable to this contract or order may be identified in the specification, statement of work, or performance work statement. If it is determined by the Government that ICT supplies, products, platforms, information, documentation, and services support provided by the Contractor do not conform to the described accessibility standards in the contract, remediation of the supplies, products, platforms, information, documentation, or services support to the level of conformance specified in the contract will be the responsibility of the Contractor at its own expense.

(c) In the event of a modification(s) to this contract or order, which adds new ICT supplies or services or revises the type of, or specifications for, supplies, products, platforms, information, documentation, or services support, the Contracting Officer shall require that the Contractor submit a completed HHS Section 508 Accessibility Conformance Checklist (see https://www.hhs.gov/web/section-508/accessibility-checklists/index.html) or an Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR) (based on the Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT) see https://www.itic.org/policy/accessibility/vpat), and any other additional information necessary to assist the Government in determining that the ICT supplies or services conform to Section 508 accessibility standards. If it is determined by the Government that ICT supplies, products, platforms, information, documentation, and services support provided by the Contractor do not conform to the described accessibility standards in the contract, remediation of the supplies, products, platforms, information, documentation, or services support to the level of conformance specified in the contract will be the responsibility of the Contractor at its own expense.

(d) If this is an Indefinite-Delivery type contract, a Blanket Purchase Agreement or a Basic Ordering Agreement, the task/delivery order requests that include ICT supplies, products, platforms, information, documentation, or services support will define the specifications and accessibility standards for the order. In those cases, the Contractor shall be required to provide a completed HHS Section 508 Accessibility Conformance Checklist (see https://www.hhs.gov/web/section-508/accessibility-checklists/index.html) or an ACR (based on the VPAT see https://www.itic.org/policy/accessibility/vpat), and any other additional information necessary to assist the Government in determining that the ICT supplies, products, platforms, information, documentation, or services support conform to Section 508 accessibility standards. If it is determined by the Government that ICT supplies and services provided by the Contractor do not conform to the described accessibility standards in the provided documentation, remediation of the supplies, products, platforms, information, documentation, or services support to the level of conformance specified in the contract will be the responsibility of the Contractor at its own expense.

(e) The contractor shall identify to the Contracting Officer any perceived exception or exemption to Section 508 requirements.

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