Attach 1 - Performance Work Statement (PWS)-BICSI IN250 Course.pdf

Solicitation Number FA489725QC024

Performance Work Statement (PWS)

For

IN250 BICSI Installer 2 Course

Mountain Home AFB (MHAFB), ID

5 March 2025

1. GENERAL INFORMATION.

1.1. Description of Work. The contractor shall provide all personnel, labor, supervision, management, supplies, tools, equipment, parts, materials, transportation, shipping & delivery, and all other items and services necessary to teach and certify 8 personnel requiring telecommunications installation tactics at for use at Mountain Home AFB, Idaho. All work shall be accomplished in accordance with this Performance Work Statement (PWS), all applicable federal, state, local laws, regulations, manufacturer’s specifications, and commercial practices.

1.2. Contract Changes/Additional Work. At future dates, the government reserves the right to incorporate, add, remove, and/or modify quantities of work within the scope of this requirement.

At times, due to the nature of work, it may be necessary to modify this requirement on an as-needed basis. Additionally, there may be a need for ‘one-time’ requirements or special sub-contracting opportunities in order to fulfill the requirement needs. Any future changes to this requirement will be negotiated and incorporated in the contact via contract modification, whether by negotiation, or based on priced line items currently incorporated within the contract.

1.3. Publications. The contractor shall perform all work associated with this requirement detailed within this SOW, in accordance with the applicable publications below. The latest editions of the following publications and standards shall apply:

1.3.1. Training will meet the below objectives:

1.3.1.1. Principles of optical fiber transmission

1.3.1.2. Site surveys

1.3.1.3. Job site safety

1.3.1.4. Interpreting blueprints

1.3.1.5. Installation practices of pathways

1.3.1.6. Planning, pulling, and terminating optical fiber cabling

1.3.1.7. Labeling procedures

1.3.1.8. Grounding and bonding

1.3.1.9. Optical fiber testing and analysis (OTDR, VFL, power meter)

1.3.1.10. Troubleshooting terminology (wave lengths, micro and macro bends, ghosts)

1.3.1.11. Firestopping standards and local codes

1.3.1.12. Field documentation

1.3.1.13. Job evaluation and quality control

1.3.1.14. Upholding BICSI ethics and standards of conduct

1.4. Hours of Operation. The contractor shall be available between Monday through Friday 7:00 am to 4:30 pm (local) time (MST). These are the “normal” hours of operation. Weekends or holidays shall not be counted as a business day.

1.4.1. Holidays. The contractor shall not be required to provide normal services/work during federal holidays. Federal holidays are defined as follows:

Juneteenth Veteran’s Day Independence Day (July 4th) Thanksgiving Day Labor Day Christmas Day

Solicitation Number FA489725QC024

New Year’s Day Martin Luther King’s Birthday President’s Day Memorial Day Columbus Day

NOTE: Holidays occurring on Saturday will be observed the preceding Friday. Those occurring on Sunday will be observed the following Monday

2. SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS. The contractor shall provide BICSI certified IN250 BICSI Installer 2 Course to 8 personnel, to include training, testing, and certification.

2.1. Contractor is required to provide all audio visual equipment including laptop computer, data/video projector, projector screen, flipchart and easels, markers, and power cords.

Classroom materials include workbooks, pencils, writing pads and certificate of attendance.

Publication provided: Telecommunications Distribution Methods Manual (TDMM), 13th Ed

2.2. Contractor availability needs to be such that the course can be completed per industry standards. Contractor must be available and flexible for daily duty hours in order to complete daily course material and to properly provide training within the allotted time period.

2.3. Training shall include:

Training Objective: PWS Ref.: Instruction:

Principles of optical fiber transmission

1.3.1.1. Instruction will include

approx. 60 minutes of lecture.

Site surveys 1.3.1.2. Instruction will include approx. 60 minutes of lecture.

Job site safety 1.3.1.3. Instruction will include approx. 60 minutes of lecture.

Interpreting blueprints 1.3.1.4. Instruction will include approx. 60 minutes of lecture.

Installation practices of pathways

1.3.1.5. Instruction will include

approx. 60 minutes of lecture.

Planning, pulling, and terminating optical fiber cabling

1.3.1.6. Instruction will include

approx. 60 minutes of lecture.

Labeling procedures 1.3.1.7. Instruction will include approx. 60 minutes of lecture and 120 minutes of activities.

Grounding and bonding 1.3.1.8. Instruction will include approx. 60 minutes of lecture and 120 minutes of activities.

Optical fiber testing and analysis (OTDR, VFL, power meter)

1.3.1.9. Instruction will include

approx. 60 minutes of lecture and 120 minutes of activities.

Troubleshooting terminology (wave lengths, micro and macro bends, ghosts)

1.3.1.10. Instruction will include

approx. 60 minutes of lecture and 120 minutes of activities.

Firestopping standards and local codes

1.3.1.11. Instruction will include

approx. 60 minutes of lecture and 120 minutes of activities.

Field documentation 1.3.1.12. Instruction will include approx. 60 minutes of lecture and 120 minutes of activities.

Job evaluation and quality control

1.3.1.13. Instruction will include

approx. 60 minutes of lecture and 120 minutes of activities.

Upholding BICSI ethics and standards of conduct

1.3.1.14. Instruction will include

approx. 60 minutes of lecture.

3. SURVEILLANCE & QUALITY ASSURANCE.

3.1. SERVICE SUMMARY. N/A

3.2. Quality Control. The contractor shall employ their commercial quality control program and procedures to identify, prevent, and ensure non-recurrence of defective services. Through implementation of the contractor’s quality control program/procedures, the Government shall receive quality services meeting the requirements of this contract. All quality control records shall be kept and made available to the Government throughout the contract performance period and for the period after contract completion until final settlement of any claims under this contract.

3.3. Quality Assurance. The Government may use various quality assurance methods to determine the contractor’s compliance with the PWS and the contract requirements in accordance with FAR Clause 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions – Commercial Items (a) Inspection/Acceptance.

3.4. Re-Performance of Non-Conforming Work. Upon inspection of work, any work found to not be in accordance with this PWS/contract shall be re-performed by the contractor at no additional cost to the government.

4. CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION. During performance under contract, the contractor shall participate in administrative tasks inherent to the administration, surveillance, and oversight of contract performance.

4.1. Contract Employees. All contract personnel must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently. Contract personnel shall present a neat appearance, and be easily identified as a contract employee. The contractor shall obtain base identification and vehicle passes for all employees who make frequent visits to, or perform work on Mountain Home AFB in accordance with the current installation access/entry requirements. Contractor personnel are required to wear or prominently display installation identification while visiting or performing work on the installation. The contractor shall not employ persons for work on this contract identified to the contractor by the CO as a potential threat to the health, safety, security, general well-being, or operational mission of the installation and its population. Each employee will be easily identified by wearing distinctive clothing bearing the name of the company or by wearing appropriate badges that contain the company name and employee name(s). The contractor shall not employ any person who is an employee of the Government, if employing that person would create a conflict of interest. The contractor is cautioned that off-duty active military personnel hired under this contract may be subject to permanent change of station, change in duty hours, or deployment. Military Reservists and National Guard members may be subject to recall to active duty. The abrupt absence of these personnel could adversely affect the service provider’s ability to perform; however, their absence at any time shall not constitute an excuse for non-performance under this contract.

4.2. Interferences. The contractor shall not unduly interfere with regular scheduled government operational activities in the performance of contract requirements. In the event a government supervisor so requests, the contractor shall temporarily cease work in the area and report the issue, to include the name of the government personnel involved to Contracting Officer immediately. The contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer verbally of disputes with customers or other base contractors and follow-up in writing.

4.3. Records Management. The contractor shall create, handle, and maintain records for the Air Force, regardless of medium, in accordance with the requirements established in AFRIMS Records Disposition Schedule (RDS), AFI 33-322, Records Manage Program, AFI 33-364, Records Disposition Procedures and Responsibilities, and AFM 33-363, Management of Records. Full text versions of these publications are available for free download at http://www.e-publishing.af.mil. Inquiries as to the specific actions necessary to meet the requirements established in the above referenced publication may be directed to the Mountain Home Records Management Office at 366 CS/SCOKR, Bldg. 512, Mountain Home AFB, ID, 83648.

5.0. ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROLS.

5.1. Hazardous Material Inventory and Safety Data Sheets. SDS are required as specified in the latest version of Federal Standard No. 313 for all potentially hazardous materials. SDSs must be submitted by the Contractor upon contract award to the Hazardous Materials Program Manager (366 FW/A7IE) at 208-828-1684/6351 for a determination of whether or not a product is a HAZMAT and what additional requirements may be applicable/necessary. Approval is required before bringing any hazardous materials (HAZMAT) onto the installation. The government (HAZMART personnel) will inventory all chemicals that the Contractor brings on to Mountain Home AFB or any property under the control of Mountain Home AFB. Any products that meet the criteria of “Hazardous Waste” must be bar coded and tracked until permanently removed from government property. The inventory will be performed prior to commencement of work. Criteria for identifying hazardous waste, is contained in Subpart C of 40 CFR, Part 261.

5.2. Material Storage and Use. The contractor shall follow manufacturer's guidelines and professional recommendations for control of humidity, temperature, cleanliness, and materials handling. This includes hazardous materials.

5.3. Notification of Environmental Spills. If a spill occurs, the person discovering the spill will make every effort to stop the product flow (if possible), warn personnel, shut off ignition sources, contain the spill, make notifications, and begin cleanup. If the spill is considered an emergency and there is a potential life, health, fire, or other safety hazard, the MHAFB Fire Department will be notified IMMEDIATELY. Responsible units/activities will clean up small spills safety and within their capabilities to do so. Generally, a spill of only a few gallons will recovered by the responsible unit/activity using absorbent materials or a spill kit located by the site. Recovered product and contaminated materials will be packaged and staged for disposal in accordance with the installations hazardous waste procedures. Contact the Environmental Office (208-828-6351) for guidance. The liability for the spill or release of such substances rests solely with the contractor and its agent.

5.4. Waste. Identify, label, handle, store, and dispose of hazardous waste or debris in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations. Ensure all waste has undergone the appropriate hazardous waste determination and documentation is retained for these determinations. If hazardous wastes are generated the contractor will be required to setup and maintain a hazardous waste accumulation point. All hazardous waste generated must be disposed of at a RCRA permitted treatment storage or disposal facility. Do not dispose of hazardous waste on Government property. Do not discharge any waste to a sanitary sewer, storm drain, or to surface waters or conduct waste treatment or disposal on Government property without written approval of the Contracting Officer and Environmental. Consult with the Hazardous Waste Program Manager (366 FW/A7IE) at 208-828-1684/6351 prior to disposal of any waste.

5.5. Historic Preservation. MHAFB houses numerous historic properties (buildings, structures, objects, archaeological sites) managed in compliance with the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), and its implementing regulations at 36 CFR 800. In order to avoid inadvertent adverse effects to historic properties, coordination with 366FW A7IE Cultural Resources Manager, Ms.

Noelle Shaver (828-8003/6351) is required prior to implementation.

6. SECURITY, OPSEC, & ANTITERRORISM. The contractor shall comply with all requirements and procedures IAW AF FAR 5353.242-9000, Contractor Access to Air Force Installations included herein. All contract employees shall carry contractor photo identification at all times. Contractor employees shall comply with any base security measures implemented at all times. This includes, but is not limited to, vehicle and goods searches and identification checks during times of increased security.

6.1. Operations Security: The contractor shall comply with 366 FW OPSEC requirements and countermeasures to protect critical information as defined in AFI 10-701, Operations Security.

Contractors shall receive unit-specific OPSEC training within 90 days of assignment to a contract. Training documentation must be completed by the respective unit OPSEC coordinator.

The unit OPSEC personnel will provide guidance on protecting critical information, training materials and other instructions as needed. The contractor will comply with the 366 FW OPSEC Policy that imposes a 100% shred requirement of all government related paper products using NSA approved devices only.

7. SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

7.1General. Contractor personnel employed under this contract shall meet the requirements of all security requirements addressed in this PWS. The 366th FW Information Protection (IP) office will provide oversight as the Servicing Security Activity (SSA). Sponsoring Air Force organization will ensure Integrated Visitor Groups complete all necessary security training, i.e. Information, Physical Security and Anti-Terrorism. The contractor shall ensure requirements for obtaining Contractor personnel security clearances/background checks, protecting Government property, safeguarding protected information/materials, and shielding Government AISs and non-automated information systems are met. The Contractor shall also perform in accordance with the Compliance with National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM).

NOTE: Not all security requirements will apply to every contract. Please reference contract agreement to determine appropriate requirements.

7.2 Notification of Government Security Activity. Upon performance on the military installation, the contractor will notify the SSA and/or host unit security assistant (USA) 30 days prior to contractor operations. In the event the contract starts within 30 days, the contractor will need to notify the SSA within 72 hours of contract start. The contractor shall furnish the SSA/host USA at the performance location all required information (identifying information for personnel working the contract, contract information, etc.).

Security Agreement. If deemed as a long-term contract the contractor and sub-contractors shall enter into a security agreement with host base SSA, by reviewing and signing the local security procedures documentation. This agreement shall outline how the contractor integrates security requirements for contract operations with the AF to ensure effective and economical operation on the installation.

Listing of Employees. The contractor shall maintain a listing of all employees performing work under this contract. The list shall be validated and signed by the Contracting Officer Representative (COR), and provided to the Contracting Officer (CO), SSA and host unit supervision. The contractor shall update the list when employees move positions, are replaced, or upon request. The Contract Manager (CM) will also provide visit notification identifying all integrated personnel regardless of clearance level. The list shall include the employees’ Names, Location of Performance, and Security Clearance.

Contractor Removal. The CO may direct the removal of a contractor employee from this contract for reasons of security or misconduct. All contractor personnel are subject to Security Forces jurisdiction and the authority of the installation commander while on USAF installations.

Contractor Integration. Contractor personnel will be integrated into individual host unit organizations as applicable to their respective functional position. The contractor will adhere to all wing and squadron level security policies and directives. Respective unit security assistants shall provide security administration, to include training and badging.

Security Support Provided by AF. Security support is provided by the AF to the contractor, including use of base destruction facilities, reproduction facilities, security badges, base visitor control, investigation of security incidents, base traffic regulations, the use of security forms and conducting inspections.

Off-Installation Security. In the event temporary work is required at locations other than Mountain Home Air Force Base (MHAFB), the contractor will ensure applicable security measures and processes are established with the governing SSA or government agency. Performance intended to exceed 90 days will require revision of the contract.

Pass and Identification Items. The Contractor shall ensure the pass and identification items required for contract performance are obtained for employees. Base identification badges will be furnished by the SSA and/or host USA for each contractor employee upon presentation of evidence of assignment. Other required badges will be furnished by the Government as necessary to complete task requirements.

Base Access. The Contractor shall provide a completed 366 SFS Form 30 for each employee requiring installation access to the Contracting Representative within five (5) business days following contract award. After approval, the Contracting Representative shall notify the Contractor, who will notify their employees that they can obtain their installation access ID at the MHAFB Visitor’s Center.

The Contractor shall comply with DoD 5400.7-R, Chapter 4, DoD Freedom of Information Action (FOIA) Program, requirements. This regulation sets policy and procedures for the disclosure of records to the public and for marking, handling, transmitting and safeguarding For Official Use Only (FOUO) material.

Contractor personnel shall report to an appropriate authority any information or circumstances which they are aware of and may pose a threat to the security of DoD personnel, Contractor personnel, resources, and classified or unclassified defense information. Contractor employees shall be briefed by their immediate supervisor upon initial on-base assignment.

The Contractor shall be responsible for safeguarding all Government property. At the end of each work period, all Government facilities, equipment, and materials shall be secured.

Retrieving Identification Items. The Contractor shall retrieve all identification items from employees who depart for any reason before the contract expires, e.g. terminated for cause, retirement, etc.

Security Clearance/Background Check. When applicable all personnel performing on this PWS will have a security clearance/background check equivalent to the requirements listed in the contract.

Personnel will complete the appropriate documentation (SF-85, Questionnaire for Non-Sensitive Positions or SF-86, Questionnaire for National Security Positions) through National Background Investigation Services (NBIS) website. Documentation of a completed/adjudicated application is required prior to issuance of a Common Access Card (CAC).

Controlled/Restricted Areas. The Contractor shall implement local base procedures for entry to Air Force controlled/restricted areas where contractor personnel will work. When applicable an AF Form 2586, Unescorted Entry Authorization Certificate, must be completed and signed by the sponsoring agencies Security Manager before a Restricted Area Badge will be issued.

Controlled Unclassified Information. The contractor shall comply with DoDI 5200.48_DAFI16- 1403, Controlled Unclassified Information, for identification, protection, and training requirements of CUI. The contractor shall be responsible for training their personnel and accomplishment of the out-processing procedures identified in DoDI 5200.48_DAFI16-1403. The contractor shall comply with DoDM 5400.07_AFMAN33-302, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Program, requirements.

Unclassified DoD information not approved for public release on non-DoD Information Systems will be protected IAW DoDI 8582.01, Security of Non-DoD Information Systems Processing Unclassified Nonpublic DoD Information.

Foreign Disclosure. Due to the nature of the MHAFB mission, foreign integration and sensitivity of information and materials, the contractor will ensure all personnel are aware of and comply with foreign disclosure procedures. Release of CUI and Classified Military Information must be approved by the 366 FW Foreign Disclosure Officer (FDO).

Operations Security (OPSEC). The contractor shall comply with 366 FW OPSEC requirements and countermeasures to protect critical information as defined in AFI 10-701, Operations Security.

Contractors shall receive unit specific OPSEC briefing prior to the start of work. Briefing documentation must be completed by the respective unit OPSEC coordinator. The unit OPSEC personnel will provide guidance on protecting critical information, training materials and other instructions as needed. The contractor will comply with the 366 FW OPSEC Policy that imposes a 100% shred requirement of all government related paper products using NSA approved devices only.

Antiterrorism (AT). IAW DFARS 252.204-7004, Antiterrorism Awareness Training for Contractors, and DoDI O-2000.16 Volume 1, DoD Antiterrorism Program Implementation: DoD Antiterrorism

Standards, contractor personnel who require routine physical access to MHAFB shall complete Level I AT Awareness Training within 30 days of requiring access and annually thereafter. Routine physical access is defined as any contractor issued a Common Access Card (CAC), any contractor having installation access for a year or more, any contractor requiring a security clearance, or any contractor requiring access to specific secure areas (e.g., SAPF, SCIF, etc.).

Level I AT training shall be complete through a DoD-sponsored/certified computer or web-based distance learning instruction, or under the instruction of a Level I AT Instructor. Contractor personnel can complete DoD Level I AT Training at https://jko.jten.mil/. If the Contractor has personnel who can’t access the DoD Level I AT Training site, they notify the COR to arrange access to the training site or to coordinate other Level I AT Training. Certificates of Completion of initial and annual training will be maintained by the prime contractor and Unit Antiterrorism Representative (UATR) and will be readily available for review as needed.

All personnel, to include contractors, on MHAFB will comply with directed/implemented Force Protection Condition (FPCON) and/or AT measures, unless specifically exempted by the 366 FW Commander (CC). Contractor personnel will submit requests for exceptions to FP/AT Measures through the COR, who will submit the request to 366 FW Antiterrorism Officer (ATO) for submittal to 366

FW/CC.

During periods of increased threat or raised FPCONs, contractor access to the installation, or specific parts of the installation, may be limited or denied. The COR will, when possible, notify contractor personnel before the limitations/restrictions are implemented. Contractor personnel will coordinate with the COR regarding possible affects limited/restricted access will have on contract completion. Contractor personnel will coordinate with the COR on assignment of Mission Critical Contractor status as needed.

During periods of increased threat or raised FPCONs, personnel, to include contractors, may be required to be escorted while on MHAFB. When being escorted, personnel will always remain with their escort.

If personnel become separated from their escort, they will remain where they are and notify the 366 Security Forces Squadron (SFS) at 208-828- 2256/2257/2258.

The Contractor shall include the DFARS 252.204-7004, Antiterrorism Awareness Training for Contractors, clause as well as all other above identified AT items, in all subcontracts, including subcontracts for commercial items, when subcontractor performance requires routine physical access to

MHAFB.

Reporting Requirements. Contractor personnel shall report to an appropriate authority any information or circumstances of which they are aware may pose a threat to the security of DoD personnel, contractor personnel, resources, and classified or unclassified defense information.

Contractor employees shall be briefed by their immediate supervisor upon initial on-base assignment.

Physical Security. The Contractor shall be responsible for safeguarding all government property and controlled forms provided for contractor use. At the end of each work period, all government facilities, equipment, and materials shall be secured.

Key Control/Access Badge Control. The Contractor shall establish and implement methods of making sure all keys/badges issued to the contractor by the Government are not lost or misplaced and are not used by unauthorized persons. The Contractor shall not duplicate any keys issued by the Government.

Traffic Laws. The Contractor and its employees shall comply with base traffic regulations.

Weapons, Firearms, and Ammunition. Contractor employees are prohibited from possessing weapons, firearms, or ammunition, on themselves or within their contractor-owned vehicle or privately-owned vehicle while on DOD Installations.

Domestic Violence/Lautenberg Amendment. Contractor personnel who have duties in, have access to, or are otherwise involved in the storage, issue, disposition of, or transporting firearms or ammunition shall complete DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition, annually. The DD Forms 2760 shall be maintained by the CM and be made available to the KO and COR office upon request. Any person who has been convicted of a crime of domestic violence is not eligible to perform these duties. All personnel have an affirmative, continuing obligation to inform their supervisors if they have, or later obtain, a qualifying conviction. Candidates selected to fill these positions certify they have not been convicted of a crime of domestic violence, or who is subject to a protective order for domestic violence prior to assuming the duties of the position. These activities are covered by 18 U.S.C. § 922.