Attach 1. Updated SOW IPA Analysis Match Explorer March 2024.pdf

Statement of Work IPA Analysis Match Explorer, Software License.

Background: United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Cool and Cold Water Aquaculture Research: Leetown, WV, has a requirement of Two IPA Analysis Match Explorer Licenses.

Scope/Tasks:

• IPA Analysis Match Explorer Add-User LCL; (2 users)

• The required software and licenses will merge with existing software provided by Qiagen

LLC.

• Renew software licenses and subscriptions

• Provide updates and access to new software versions

• Provide 24x7 technical support

Special Requirements:

• The contractor shall perform all work described in this Statement of Work (SOW) in accordance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and guidelines of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).

• In accordance with Office of Management and Budget Memorandum M-16-12, Category Management Policy 16-1: Improving the Acquisition and Management of Information Technology: Software Licensing, USDA must maintain an inventory of its software licenses, including pricing data.

• The contractor shall provide line item pricing data on all software licenses provided to USDA at award and/or during performance of the contract/order.

Information Sensitivity:

• The contractor shall adhere to the Privacy Act, Title 5 of the U.S. Code, Section 552 and applicable agency rules and regulations. https://uscode.house.gov/browse.xhtml.

• The Contractor Program Manager / Representative shall ensure all contract personnel take the required USDA Privacy training. https://www.usda.gov/home/privacy-policy/privacy-office.

Security Considerations

• All contractor personnel who work at USDA must have approval for facility access. Prior to work starting, the contractor must supply the names of those employees selected to perform the work to the COR. Due to security requirements, pre-notification of all visitors to all USDA facilities is required. Anyone requiring access must contact the Contract Officer Representative (COR) prior to arrival.

• All contractors must have a valid photo identification, to conduct services at any USDA facilities and locations. Contractors must sign in with security, prior to conducting any services.

Travel

• If required, travel will be coordinated with the Program Office, at least two weeks in advance.

Government Supplied Equipment/Resources:

• Software License Line Item Data: The government shall provide workspace, computer, and telephone access to the contractor. Government furnished resources can be obtained between the hours of 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. All USDA offices will be closed during recognized Federal Holidays.

Place of Performance/Location:

US Department of Agriculture Cool and Cold Water Aquaculture Research 11861 Leetown Road Leetown, WV. 25430

Delivery:

• Software Licenses should be received approximately (10) days after award.

Period of Performance: (Based on Date of Award) Base Year: 12 months Option Year One: 12 months Option Year Two: 12 months Option Year Three: 12 months Option Year Four: 12 months

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