Attachment 1 - Performance Work Statement Basel.pdf

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

FOR

SHIPPING USAF BAND ITEMS TO

BASEL, SWITZERLAND

1 April 2025

SECTION 1.0 - DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

1.1 General

The United States Air Force Band will be attending an event in Basel, Switzerland in July 2025. A round-trip, international, palletized shipment between Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB) in Washington, DC and Messe Basel in Basel, Switzerland is required.

1.2 Background

The event in Basel, Switzerland is a significant international engagement for the USAF Band. The shipment supports the participation of 80 musicians and their equipment.

1.3 Scope

Bi-directional, international, door-to-door, white glove packing, transportation, customs clearance, and delivery is required for USAF Band items and equipment. The shipment includes approximately 6,500 pounds of musical instruments in cases and uniforms in luggage.

SECTION 2.0 – TASK DESCRIPTIONS

2.1 Shipment from JBAB to Messe Basel

• All shipping materials, including but not limited to ISPM 15 compliant pallets, plastic wrap, tape, and required displayed documents, are to be supplied by the Vendor.

• All items and equipment will be assembled onto pallets by the Vendor under USAF Band supervision.

• A liftgate truck is not required. Two loading dock bays are available for Vendor use.

• Vendor will pick up pallets from the USAF Band, 201 McChord St SW, Joint Base Anacostia- Bolling 20023 at a time to be determined during normal duty hours on a date to be determined (likely between 17-20 June between the hours of 9-4) to ensure delivery to Messe Basel, Tor 308 (Gate 308), Schönaustrasse, 4058 Basel, Switzerland on 5 July between the hours of 9-4.

• Vendor will be required to coordinate equipment movement and must be able to navigate all logistics between the two locations.

• All shipping and customs requirements are at the sole responsibility of the Vendor, including but not limited to ISPM 15 compliance for all wood packing material, ATA Carnet documentation, and maintaining allowable pallet weight and dimension requirements.

• Pallets will be delivered to Messe Basel at a time to be determined between 1-4 July (within the hours of 9-4).

• Pallets will be unpacked by the USAF Band.

• Shipping materials will be picked up by the Vendor.

2.2 Shipment from Messe Basel to JBAB

• Shipping materials are to be provided and delivered to the venue by the Vendor for the return shipment.

• All items and equipment will be assembled onto pallets by the Vendor under USAF Band supervision at Messe Basel, Tor 308 (Gate 308), Schönaustrasse, 4058 Basel, Switzerland.

• Vendor will pick up pallets from USAF Band members at Messe Basel on 21-22 July 2025 (within the hours of 9-4).

• Pallets will be delivered to USAF Band Squadron 201 McChord St SW, Joint Base Anacostia- Bolling 20023 NLT COB 30 July 2025.

• Pallets will be unpacked by the USAF Band.

• Shipping materials will be picked up by the Vendor.

2.3 Miscellaneous Requirements

• Shipment must be protected from extreme heat, cold, water, sunlight, and temperature fluctuations.

• All equipment and materials must be fully insured. The total value of all materials and equipment in the shipment is under $500,000.00 USD.

• Vendor assumes responsibility for all damages to materials and equipment during the packing process and whilst in transit.

• All timelines must be strictly adhered to. Avoiding delays to delivery is paramount.

SECTION 3.0 - DELIVERABLES

DELIVERABLE PWS PARA DUE DATE

Pick up at JBAB 2.1 20 Jun 2025

Deliver at Messe Basel 2.1 4 Jul 2025

Pick up at Messe Basel 2.2 22 Jul 2025

DELIVERABLE PWS PARA DUE DATE

Deliver at JBAB 2.2 30 July 2025

SECTION 4.0 - GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY

• No Government property or services will be furnished.

• Vendor will not be required to acquire any property.

SECTION 5.0 - GENERAL INFORMATION

5.1 Scheduling Concerns

• Duty hours: Monday through Friday, 8 hours a day.

• Core duty hours: 0800 - 1600, Monday through Friday.

• Follow guidance for base closure or inclement weather.

5.2 Kickoff Meeting/Orientation Meeting

• A meeting will be held following contract award.

5.3 Quality Control

• Government relies on Vendor’s quality assurance system.

• Vendor must develop and maintain a Quality Control Plan (QCP).

5.4 Emergency Operations/Mission Essential Personnel

• Services are not designated as essential during a crisis.

5.5 List of Employees

• Vendor must maintain a current listing of employees and their security clearances.

5.6 Vendor Professionalism

• Maintain professional appearance and conduct.

• Function effectively under high pressure and stress.

5.7 Miscellaneous Paragraphs

• Compliance with FOIA, FOUO, Privacy Act, and OSHA standards.

• Vendor must not perform inherently Governmental functions.

• Avoid conflicts of interest and maintain professional workspace appearance.

• Non-personal services: Vendor manages its employees directly.

SECTION 6.0 - APPENDIX

6.1 Acronyms

• BST: British Summer Time

• GMT: Greenwich Mean Time

• IAW: In Accordance With

• JBAB: Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling

• NCR: National Capital Region

• PWS: Performance Work Statement

• Messe Basel: Messe Basel, Switzerland

• USAF: United States Air Force

• USD: United States Dollar