Attachment 3 - Performance Work Statement Canine Explosives Detection Services 2031ZA26R00013.pdf

U.S. Department of Treasury Bureau of Engraving and Printing Western Currency Facility Fort Worth, TX

Performance Work Statement

Canine Explosives Detection Support

Western Currency Facility 9000 Blue Mound Road Fort Worth, TX 76131

U.S. Department of Treasury, Bureau of Engraving and Printing – Western Currency Facility

1. General: This is a non-personal services contract to provide canine explosives detection services.

The Government shall not exercise any supervision or control over the contract service providers performing the services herein. Such contract service providers shall be accountable solely to the Contractor who, in turn is responsible to the Government. The Government and the Contractor understand that the services to be provided under this contract by the Contractor are non-personal services and that no employer-employee relationship exists between the Government and the Contractor. The Government may provide technical direction, which will assist the Contractor in accomplishing the Performance Work Statement (PWS); however, the Government will not control the methods used by the Contractor to perform the service requirements set forth in the PWS.

The Contractor shall perform duties under the technical direction of the BEP WCF Security Division Manager or designated representative(s), have a comprehensive understanding of FORCE PROTECTION CONDITIONS, and associated Treasury regulations and instructions.

1.1 Description of Services/Introduction: The contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, licenses, permits, materials, supervision, and other items and non-personal services necessary to perform/provide canine explosives detection services as defined in this Performance Work Statement except for those items specified as government furnished property and services. The contractor shall perform to the standards in this contract.

1.2 Background: The Bureau of Engraving and Printing Police, Fort Worth, Texas has a requirement for the acquisition of Canine Explosive Detection Services. The service will provide canine detection/deterrent resources in support of security regulations and anti-terrorism measures currently in place for the protection of employees, contractors, visitors, information and properties of the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, Western Currency Facility (WCF) located in Fort Worth, Texas. Canine Explosive Detection Services provided in accordance with (IAW) Industry Standards and this Performance Work Statement.

1.3 Objective: The detection dogs are utilized to identify many objects and substances, including illegal drugs, firearms, explosives, accelerants, illicit currency, human remains, bodily disease, household pests, and agricultural products. In all these areas, dogs provided a level of efficient detection that human inspectors cannot duplicate. The purpose of this Canine Explosives Detection Services procurement is to provide canine detection/deterrent resources in support of security regulations and anti-terrorism measures currently in place for the protection of employees, contractors, visitors, information and properties at the Bureau of Engraving & Printing, Western Currency Facility located in Fort Worth, Texas.

1.4 Scope: The Contractor shall in accordance with this Performance Work Statement (PWS), be required to provide Canine Detection Teams (CDT) in adequate numbers and composition to provide facility-wide detection/deterrent capability against illegal and potentially life-threatening activities directed against employees, contractors, visitors, information, and properties. A CDT shall be comprised of a detection-specific, i.e., handler with an explosive detector canine. Only single purpose canine detection teams utilized onsite. The CDT shall augment the BEP Police Force.

The types of canine detection services include, but are not limited to: conducting inspections of delivery/service vehicles and cargo at truck control and vehicle entry gate areas; conducting inspections of employee/contractor vehicles and property entering BEP facilities; conducting explosives detection sweeps of designated areas; inspecting unaccompanied vehicles, packages or items discovered on or adjacent to the Western Currency Facility property; and periodically conducting roving patrols for deterrent purposes. Designated areas within the WCF may include, but are not limited to, office, warehouse work areas and warehouse storage buildings. The Contractor shall perform canine detection services in a variety of environmental conditions. These conditions include working in hot or cold outdoor temperatures (i.e., below 32 degrees or above 90 degrees) and in a warehouse which contain chemicals.

The Contractor shall provide properly trained and certified Canine Detection Teams as required in the PWS. The handler and the canine must be trained and certified together to perform the specific detection services. Each canine handler shall possess at least two (2) years of recent general canine handling and care experience.

1.5 Period of Performance: The period of performance shall be for one (1) Base Year of 12 months and four (4) 12-month option years. The Period of Performance reads as follows:

Base Year 1 March 2026 – 28 February 2027 Option Year I 1 March 2027 – 29 February 2028 Option Year II 1 March 2028 – 28 February 2029 Option Year III 1 March 2029 – 28 February 2030 Option Year IV 1 March 2030 – 28 February 2031

1.6 General Information:

1.6.1 Quality Control: Quality Control is the responsibility of the contractor. The contractor is responsible for the delivery of quality services/supplies to the Government (see FAR 52.246-1, Contractor Inspection Requirements).

The Contractor shall develop, implement, and maintain an effective Quality Control System, which includes a written Quality Control Plan (QCP). The QCP shall implement standardized procedure/methodology for monitoring and documenting contract performance to ensure all contract requirements are met. The Contractors’ QCP must contain a systematic approach to monitor operations to ensure acceptable services/products are provided to the Government. The QCP as a minimum shall address continuous process improvement, procedures for scheduling, conducting and documentation of inspection, discrepancy identification and correction, corrective action procedures to include procedures for addressing Government discovered non-conformances, procedures for root cause analysis to identify the root cause and root cause corrective action to prevent re-occurrence of discrepancies, procedures for trend analysis, procedures for collecting and addressing customer feedback/complaints. The contractor shall upon request provide to the Government their quality control documentation. Three copies of the QCP are due 10 days after contract award. After acceptance of the quality control plan, the contractor shall receive the Contracting Officer’s acceptance in writing of any proposed change to their QC system. The Contractor shall update the QCP at least quarterly.

Changes made after initial CO or COR acceptance shall be submitted in writing to the CO or COR for review and acceptance within 10 working days. The Contractor’s QCP shall be maintained throughout the life of the contract and shall include the contractor’s procedures to routinely evaluate the effectiveness of the plan to ensure the Contractor is meeting the performance standards and requirements of the contract.

1.6.2 Quality Assurance: The government shall evaluate the contractor’s performance under this contract in accordance with the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan. This plan is a Government only document primarily focused on what the Government must do to assure that the contractor has performed in accordance with the requirements of the contract.

1.6.3 Safety and Fire Prevention Plan: The Contractor shall submit a project-specific Safety & Fire Prevention Plan demonstrating that the contractor understands the relevant safety, health, and fire prevention requirements necessary for the project.

A. Government safety personnel may observe Contractor operations/processes at any time on Government premises. Imminent danger situations (any accidents and incidents resulting in either personal injury, loss of life, property damage to a government facility or equipment); shall be reported to the CO within one (1) hour and corrected on the spot; other safety issues shall be reported to the COR within one (1) business day. The contractor must complete an “Environmental, Health, and Safety Incident Report” available through WCF EHS, for any incident involving property damage, serious injuries, illnesses, potentially hazardous conditions or general EHS concerns. The original must be submitted directly to the CO and a copy submitted to the COR. Internally dialing zero (0) is the emergency number for the Bureau Police Communications Center.

B. The Contractor will provide a written copy of the Safety & Fire Prevention plan within 30 days after award.

(1) A Contractor’s Safety & Fire Prevention Plan point of contact (POC) shall be identified in writing to the CO or designee. The Contractor’s POC shall be available to assist the CO or designee with any safety surveillances conducted by the local safety office.

(2) The plan must list: (a) engineering controls; (b) administrative controls; (c) personal protective equipment to be used; (d) volume and number of flammable and combustible liquids used during the project; and (e) how and where combustible liquids will be stored.

(3) Responsibilities for protection of Government personnel, property and facilities, and procedures for reporting mishaps and correcting unsafe conditions, hazards, or practices.

C. The Contractor shall provide employees Safety & Fire training commensurate with the type of work being performed on the contract or activities involving Government facilities, personnel, or equipment.

D. The Contractor shall provide Safety Data Sheet(s) (SDS) to the WCF Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS), through the COR, for any chemicals/radioactive sources or equipment which produces radiation brought on site to perform the requirements in the contract. The SDSs, MUST receive written approval by the WCF EHS prior to bringing the chemicals to the worksite.

E. The Contractor shall provide Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to their employees relative to the hazards identified in the Contractor Safety/Fire Prevention Plans, and any BEP permits. PPE includes, but not limited to respiratory protection, fall protection equipment, safety shoes, head protection, hearing protection, and eye/face protection.

1.6.4 Federal Government Holidays: The contractor will be required to perform services on holidays;

the contractor will be available to respond to emergencies during these time periods. (*Indicates a special event)

New Year’s Day 1st Day of January *Inauguration Day 20 January 2021

Martin Luther King Jr’s Birthday 3rd Monday of January Presidents Day 3rd Monday of February Memorial Day Last Monday of May

Independence Day 4th Day of July Labor Day 1st Monday of September

Columbus Day 2nd Monday of October Veterans Day 11th Day of November

Thanksgiving Day 4th Thursday of November Christmas Day 25th Day of December

1.6.5 Hours of Operation: The BEP standard hours of operation are Monday through Friday 5:30 A.

M. to 5:30 P. M. local time. The facility remains operational 24 hours per day, seven days a week including all Federal Holidays and BEP’s Year End Shutdown period. The contractor shall coordinate with the government regarding hours of operation for BEP Year End Shut Down. For other than firm fixed price contracts, the contractor will not be reimbursed when the government facility is closed for the above reasons. The Contractor shall always maintain an adequate workforce for the uninterrupted performance of all tasks defined within this PWS when the Government facility is not closed for the above reasons. When hiring personnel, the Contractor shall keep in mind that the stability and continuity of the workforce are essential.

A. The Contractor shall provide canine detection services as determined by the Police Services Branch, Inspector, or designated representative. Canine detection services will consist of 260 to 328 site visits per period of performance. A site visit shall consist of a minimum of Two (2) hours detection services when team is deployed. Contractor shall be capable of providing emergency response support within two (2) hours, or sooner after notification by the BEP 24 hours per day/7 days a week. To assist with a timely response, it is preferable the contractor maintain operational facilities within sixty (60) miles or less of the WCF. Contractor expected to provide 24-hour notification service for receipt of service/response request. NOTE: The number of site visits is based on the Police Services Branch, Inspector or designated representative discretion. Contractor shall only invoice for actual services rendered in accordance with this Performance Work Statement.

Total: 260 Days Usage Estimation: 260 Days = 52 Weeks /52 Weeks @ 10 Hours per Week (520 Hours).

B. The Contractor shall provide explosive detection services a total of ten (10) hours or more per week at the discretion of the Police Services Branch, Inspector or designated representative. Each canine will not exceed Two (2) hours of detection service per visit, unless continued service is deemed necessary. A multi-purpose explosive dog may be utilized on and off leash (Handler must always maintain control of canine). The CDT may be used on fixed posts, for building searches, unaccompanied package assessment, motor patrol and/or foot patrol. NOTE: CDT will always be accompanied by BEP Police Personnel while onsite performing contractual services.

C. The Government and the Contractor shall to the maximum extent possible establish a monthly schedule for the weekly canine detection services fifteen days in advance.

D. The Government understands that such factors as environment, operations tempo and dog fatigue may require a handler to make use of more than one canine during the course of work.

Modifications to the established weekly schedule are permissible with COR approval.

1.6.6 Place of Performance: Performance of canine detection services will be at the Bureau of Engraving & Printing, Western Currency Facility located at 9000 Blue Mound Road, Fort Worth, Texas 76133.

1.6.7 Type of Contract: The government will award a Firm Fixed Price Contract with option periods.

1.6.8 Security Requirements: Contractor personnel (to include subcontractors) performing work under this contract must be deemed suitable for access of Low-Risk position, at time of the proposal submission, and must maintain the level of security required for the life of the contract.

A. If the Contractor desires to bring contractor owned vehicles on the BEP Facility it must be coordinated through the BEP Security Parking Officer. Operators and vehicles shall have a valid driver’s license, valid vehicle registration, inspection and insurance. The Contractor’s vehicles accessing the BEP facility shall have a contractor vehicle pass conspicuously posted in the vehicle window at all times.

B. All Contractor personnel entering the BEP facility shall abide by all security regulations and may be subject to security checks. All personnel and vehicles are subject to search and seizure of contraband and/or unauthorized Government property. Contractor vehicles (Contractor-owned and personal), Contractor personnel, and their personal property shall be subject to searches upon entering and leaving the facility. Contractor personnel are permitted to bring training aids on to the BEP facility. The training aids are subject to seizure and the Contractor personnel shall maintain the proper documentation authorizing their possession for training purposes.

C. The WCF Security Division Manager or designated representative has the authority to bar individuals from the facility. The removal from the job site or dismissal from the premises shall not relieve the Contractor of the requirement to provide sufficient personnel to perform the services as required by this contract. Contractor personnel shall conduct themselves in a proper, efficient, courteous, and businesslike manner. The Contractor shall remove any individual from the site whose continued presence or employment is deemed by the CO/COR or designee to be contrary to the public interest or inconsistent with the best interests of national security.

D. The Government will not be responsible in any way for damage to the Contractor’s supplies, materials, equipment, and property or to Contractor employees’ personal belongings that are damaged or destroyed by fire, theft, accident, or other disaster.

1.6.8.1 Physical Security: The Contractor shall be responsible for safeguarding all government equipment, information and property provided for Contractor use under this Contract. This Contract requires access into the Controlled Industrial Area of the BEP. The Contractor personnel shall recognize that BEP deals with sensitive information and other proprietary information, which are valuable, special, and unique assets. All information pertinent to BEP’s information technology resources is highly sensitive and may not be released to third parties without the express, written consent of BEP. This information requires strict control procedures to preclude unauthorized disclosure or dissemination. Information pertinent to personnel is protected from unauthorized disclosure under the provisions of the Privacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C. 552a). Contractor personnel shall not divulge, disclose, or communicate in any manner, any information to any third party without prior written consent of the BEP. Contractor personnel shall protect information and treat it as strictly confidential and will abide by the security requirements of BEP. A violation of this paragraph shall be a material violation of this Contract. Should the Contractor receive or suspect they have learned of sensitive or classified information, the Contractor shall identify and report suspicions to the COR. Contractor personnel performing work under this Contract shall be subjects of background investigations, conducted by BEP’s Office of Personnel Security, prior to start of work under this Contract. Each Contractor employee performing under this Contract must successfully complete the Government required background check form at time of the proposal submission and must maintain the level of security required for the life of the Contract.

1.6.8.2 Security Clearance of Contractor’s Employees. Access Requirements: The Government, for the purpose of site access control, operates an entry control point. Contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers will be required to show a valid government issued photo identification to enter the site or will be denied entrance until resolved by the Security Office. The Government’s operation of an entry control point does not relieve the Contractor of its responsibility for the security and control of its own equipment, material, and personnel.

All deliveries, non-resident contractors and official visitors must process through the processing Center and Vehicle Inspection Building (VIB) located at 8900 Blue Mound Rd., Fort Worth, Texas 76131. All visiting and contractor personnel will receive an “Escorted Visitor Badge” which must always be worn while on BEP premises. Escorts will be provided by the BEP.

Personnel Security will determine the type of investigation required for the contractor(s) based on the Statement of Work (SOW) or Performance Work Statement (PWS).

Contractor personnel required to be on site for 30 aggregate days or less in a calendar year must be escorted and receive a Visitor Escort badge. The Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) will complete a Visitor Access Request (VAR) form.

Contractor personnel required to be on site for more than 30 aggregate days in a calendar year, BEP form 2276, Contractor Access Request Form (CAR), must be completed by the COR. This form is submitted to Personnel Security to request a background investigation on those contractors that require short term or long-term access to the facility. The Contractor will furnish the names of those contractors meeting this requirement to the COR in advance of any work being started on the contract allowing the Security Office to conduct appropriate checks. No access will be granted to perform work on the contract until they have been cleared by Personnel Security. The contractor will be notified by the COR when they have been cleared for access.

Contractor personnel who require Short Term access which is access on site for more than 30 aggregate days in a calendar year but does not exceed 180 days, must undergo a limited background investigation. The contractor will be required to complete a Criminal History Check release form and have an FBI fingerprint check completed. The contractor must provide proof of citizenship by providing an original or certified copy of a state issued birth certificate or valid US Passport; or proof of legal residency and employment authorization; an original social security card; and proof of identity such as a valid driver’s license or state identification card.

The release forms will be provided to the contractor during their fingerprint appointment with Personnel Security at the site. These contractors will be issued a Visitor Escort badge.

Contractor personnel who require Long Term access which is access on site for more than 180 aggregate days in a calendar year or the contract is for 180 days or more, will be required to undergo a full background investigation in addition to the requirements for Short Term access, prior to the beginning of that individual’s work on site. The Contractor will furnish the COR a listing of each employee meeting this requirement. All contractor personnel that require this type of background investigation will submit an eApplication (eAPP) through use of the National Background Investigative Services (NBIS) eAPP. A point of contact from the company will be required for Personnel Security to furnish information regarding completion of the eApplication and required release forms. Contractor personnel will have 3 calendar days to complete the eApplication or access to the facility may be denied. If the contractor fails to complete the eApplication in the allotted time, their profile will be deleted, and the COR will be notified. The COR may resubmit the request via email. If the contractor fails to complete the eApplication on the second request, no further requests will be accepted and the contractor will not be allowed access to the facility, to include access as a Visitor.

Contractors that require a background investigation must submit to the Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process and be “identity proofed”. Contractors will be required to provide two valid and unexpired authorized forms of identification with both being issued by a federal, state, county or municipal authority and one must contain a photograph. Those Contractor personnel that undergo a background investigation for long term access will receive a badge with a photograph and will not be required to be escorted in areas where they have badge access.

BEP has the right to deny access to the facility to anyone who is determined to be unsuitable for access to the facility. The determination of unsuitable does not reflect on the individual's suitability for employment with the contract company, only access to the facility. All operators of motor vehicles shall have a valid and unexpired State Driver's License while operating a motor vehicle on the premises of the Western Currency Facility.

Escort: All Contractor personnel (except when issued a picture badge) must be always escorted while on Bureau premises.

Badge with Photo: Contractor personnel issued this badge may proceed without Bureau employee escort in corridors, warehouse areas, etc., except security areas where entry is controlled by a police check point, or other areas where securities are processed. Personnel issued these badges may escort visitors authorized by the COR into areas where they have badge access.

1.6.8.3 Conduct on Bureau of Engraving and Printing property. Contractors are advised to maintain compliance with the following:

1.6.8.3.1 All packages carried by persons entering or leaving the Bureau must be opened for inspection by the uniformed Police. Personal packages may not be brought into the Bureau (except lunches, work clothing, and equipment necessary for work). Unauthorized removal of Government property is punishable by law.

1.6.8.3.2 All persons entering the property may be subjected to inspections of their vehicles, personal handbags, briefcases, and other handheld articles.

1.6.8.3.3 Persons in and on the property shall comply with the instructions of BEP Police, other authorized officials, and posted signs or notices.

1.6.8.3.4 Entering or being on the property, or operating a motor vehicle thereon, by a person under the influence of intoxicating beverages, narcotics, hallucinogenic or dangerous drugs, or marijuana, or the consumption of such beverages or the use of such drugs or marijuana in or on the property is prohibited. Intoxicants, nonprescription narcotics, and other controlled substances (21 CFR Part 1308) are prohibited on the property.

1.6.8.3.5 The taking of photographs on the property is prohibited, without the written permission of the Director.

1.6.8.3.6 No person while on the property shall carry or be in possession of firearms, other dangerous or deadly weapons, or explosives, either openly or concealed, except for official purposes. According to 18 United States Code, Section 930, “dangerous weapon” means “a weapon, device, instrument, material, or substance, animate or inanimate, that is used for, or is readily capable of, causing death or serious bodily injury, except that such term does not include a pocketknife with a blade of less than 2 ½ inches in length.”

1.6.9 Special Qualifications:

A. Canine Training and Certification

Explosives Detection Teams shall successfully complete a nationally recognized explosive detection training program. The handler and the canine must complete the program together. The program shall include the detection of explosives and residue. The canines shall be trained using actual explosive substances. The training program and certification test shall include and shall demonstrate, at a minimum, the canine’s ability to detect RDX, PETN, TNT, Dynamite, Black Powder and Black Powder substitutes, Ammonium Nitrate, Single Based Smokeless Powders and Double Base Smokeless Powders. A hard copy of the Training Certificates must be provided to COR within fifteen days of the contract award.

B. Canine Handler Training and Certification

All Explosives Detection Team canine handlers shall successfully complete a nationally recognized explosives detection training program. As described above, the handler shall complete the program and be certified with the canine which will perform under this contract. The training program shall consist of a curriculum that exposed the handler to, and required a demonstrated proficiency in and the knowledge of the subject areas listed below:

1. Fundamentals and Handling Techniques for Explosive Detector Canines.

2. An exposure to and hands on familiarity with common Military and Commercial Explosives, including composition, combinations, and bases.

3. Fundamentals of Explosive Devices.

4. An overview of common Improvised Explosive Devices, including recognition, structure and composition.

5. Execution of effective searches in various environments.

6. Setting up, preparing, and executing routine training scenarios.

7. Preparing and maintaining documentation to ensure thorough maintenance and search training.

C. Licenses/Permits

The contractor shall have all required county, state, and Federal permits to conduct business and handle explosives. At a minimum, the contractor shall possess the following: Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (BATF) High Explosive User Permit, BATF Low Explosive User Permit, State User Permit, State Storage Permit, Federal and State Blaster Permit.

Due to the sensitive nature of operations – service support involved the Contractor shall have a CURRENT State of Texas Investigation company license in accordance with Texas Private Security Statutes & Rules, Subchapter (F): Section 1702.101 and 1702.102. All Explosives Detection Team canine handlers shall have a CURRENT State of Texas Private Investigator license through the contractor awardee company.

1.6.10 Post Award Conference/Periodic Progress Meetings: The Contractor agrees to attend any post award conference convened by the contracting activity or contract administration office in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation Subpart 42.5, Post Award Orientation. The Contracting Officer, COR, and other Government personnel, as appropriate, may meet periodically with the contractor to review the contractor's performance. At these meetings, the Contracting Officer will apprise the contractor of how the government views the contractor's performance and the contractor will apprise the Government of problems, if any, being experienced. Appropriate action shall be taken to resolve outstanding issues. These meetings shall be at no additional cost to the Government.

1.6.11 Contracting Officer Representative (COR): The COR will be identified/appointed by the CO.

The COR monitors all technical aspects of the contract and assists in contract administration. The COR is authorized to perform the following functions: assure that the Contractor performs the technical requirements of the contract; perform inspections necessary in connection with contract performance; maintain written and oral communications with the Contractor concerning technical aspects of the contract; issue written interpretations of technical requirements, including Government drawings, designs, and specifications; monitor Contractor's performance and notify both the Contracting Officer and Contractor of any deficiencies; coordinate availability of government furnished property; and provide site entry of Contractor personnel. A letter of designation issued to the COR, a copy of which is sent to the Contractor, states the responsibilities and limitations of the COR, especially with regard to changes in cost or price, estimates or changes in delivery dates. The COR is not authorized to change any of the terms and conditions of the resulting order.

1.6.12 Key Personnel: The follow personnel are considered key personnel by the government:

Contract Manager. The contractor shall provide a contract manager who shall be responsible for the performance of the work. The name of this person and an alternate who shall act for the contractor when the manager is absent shall be designated in writing to the contracting officer. The contract manager or alternate shall have full authority to act for the contractor on all contract matters relating to daily operation of this contract. The contract manager or alternate shall be available Monday through Friday 5:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., by telephone during normal duty hours to discuss problem areas with the COR, CO or designated Government personnel. The Contractor shall provide telephone numbers of the Contract Manager and alternate(s) who shall be available within 1 hour after normal working hours. The contractor will provide a contact number to call in case of emergencies.

1.6.13 Identification of Contractor Employees: All contract personnel (to include subcontractors) attending meetings, answering Government telephones, and working in other situations where their Contractor status is not obvious to third parties are required to identify themselves as such to avoid creating an impression in the minds of members of the public that they are Government officials.

They must also ensure that all documents or reports produced by Contractors are suitably marked as Contractor products or that Contractor participation is appropriately disclosed. All Contractor personnel shall clearly identify themselves as a Contractor and shall be required to wear identification (ID) badges in a visible location on the front of exterior clothing, above the waist, (except when safety or health reasons prevent such placement). ID badges shall be worn at all times when performing work. ID badges shall have an identification picture, and shall state the name of the individual and the company they represent. A listing of issued identification cards shall be furnished to the Contracting Officer prior to the contract performance date and updated as needed to reflect Contractor and Subcontractor personnel changes. Contractor personnel are prohibited from possessing weapons, firearms, or ammunition, on themselves or within their Contractor-owned or privately owned vehicle while on BEP premises.

1.6.13.1 Badge Control: The Contractor shall establish and implement methods of making sure all issued Identification Badges to the Contractor by the Government are not lost or misplaced and are not used by unauthorized persons. NOTE: No badges issued to the Contractor by the Government shall be duplicated. The Contractor shall develop procedures covering badge control that shall be included in the Quality Control Plan. Such procedures shall include turn-in of any issued badges by personnel who no longer require access to the Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP). The Contractor shall immediately report any occurrences of lost badges to the Contracting Officer.

1.6.13.2 In the event bureau issued identification badges are lost, the Contractor shall, upon the discretion of the Contracting Officer, contact the Office of security to have the badge replaced.

1.6.13.3 The Contractor shall prohibit the use of Government issued bureau identification badges by any persons other than the Contractor’s employees.

1.6.14 Supervision of Contractor Employees: The Government will not exercise any supervision or control over Contractor or subcontractor employees while performing work under the contract.

Such employees shall be accountable solely to the Contractor, not the Government. The Contractor, in turn, shall be accountable to the Government for Contractor or subcontractor employees.

1.6.15 Emergency Services: Emergency medical treatment and services for the Contractor is the responsibility of the contractor.

1.6.16 Organizational Conflict of Interest: Contractor and subcontractor personnel performing work under this contract may receive, have access to or participate in the development of proprietary or source selection information (e.g., cost or pricing information, budget information or analyses, specifications or work statements, etc.) or perform evaluation services which may create a current or subsequent Organizational Conflict of Interests (OCI) as defined in FAR Subpart 9.5. The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer immediately whenever it becomes aware that such access or participation may result in any actual or potential OCI and shall promptly submit a plan to the Contracting Officer to avoid or mitigate any such OCI. The Contractor’s mitigation plan will be determined to be acceptable solely at the discretion of the Contracting Officer and in the event the Contracting Officer unilaterally determines that any such OCI cannot be satisfactorily avoided or mitigated, the Contracting Officer may affect other remedies as he or she deems necessary, including prohibiting the Contractor from participation in subsequent contracted requirements which may be affected by the OCI.

(a) The Contractor warrants that, to the best of the Contractor's knowledge and belief, there are no relevant facts or circumstances which could give rise to an organizational conflict of interest (OCI), as defined in FAR 9.5, Organizational and Consultants Conflicts of Interest, or that the Contractor has disclosed all such relevant information.

(b) The Contractor agrees that if an actual or potential OCI is discovered after award, the Contractor shall make a full disclosure in writing to the Contracting Officer. This disclosure must include a description of actions, which the Contractor has taken or proposes to take, after consultation with the Contracting Officer, to avoid, mitigate, or neutralize the actual or potential conflict.

(c) The Contracting Officer may terminate this contract for convenience, in whole or in part, if it deems such termination necessary to avoid an OCI. If the Contractor was aware of a potential OCI prior to award or discovered an actual or potential conflict after award and did not disclose or misrepresented relevant information to the Contacting Office, the Government may terminate the contract for default, debar the Contractor from Government contracting, or pursue such other remedies as may be permitted by law or this contract.

(d) The Contractor must include this clause in all subcontracts and in lower tier subcontracts unless a waiver is requested from, and granted by, the Contracting Officer.

(e) In the event that a requirement changes in such a way as to create a potential conflict of interest for the Contractor, the Contractor must:

(1) Notify the Contracting Officer of a potential conflict, and;

(2) Recommend to the Government an alternate approach which would avoid the potential conflict, or

(3) Present for approval a conflict-of-interest mitigation plan that will:

(i) Describe in detail the changed requirement that creates the potential conflict of interest;

and

(ii) Outline in detail the actions to be taken by the Contractor or the Government in the performance of the task to mitigate the conflict, division of subcontractor effort, and limited access to information, or other acceptable means.

(4) The Contractor must not commence work on a changed requirement related to a potential conflict of interest until specifically notified by the Contracting Officer to proceed.

(5) If the Contracting Officer determines that it is in the best interest of the Government to proceed with work, notwithstanding a conflict of interest, a request for waiver must be submitted in accordance with FAR 9.503.

1.6.17 Phase in/Phase out: To minimize any decreases in productivity and to prevent possible negative impacts on additional services, the Contractor shall have sufficient staffing, during the phase in/ phase out periods. During the phase in period, the Contractor shall become familiar with performance requirements in order to commence full performance of services on the contract start date.

PART 2

2. DEFINITIONS AND ACRONYMS:

2.1. DEFINITIONS: [List any terms used within the PWS that require further definition. At a minimum, insert the definitions provided below].

2.1.1. CONTRACT SPECIALIST. The official Government representative delegated authority by the Contracting Officer to administer a contract. This individual is normally a member of the appropriate Contracting/Procurement career field and advises on all technical contractual matters.

2.1.2. CONTRACTOR. A supplier or vendor awarded a contract to provide specific supplies or services to the government. The term used in this contract refers to the prime.

2.1.3. CONTRACTING OFFICER. A person with authority to enter into, administer, and/or terminate contracts, and make related determinations and findings on behalf of the government. Note: The only individual who can legally bind the government.

2.1.4. CONTRACTING OFFICER'S REPRESENTATIVE (COR). An employee of the U.S. Government appointed by the contracting officer to administer the contract. Such appointment shall be in writing and shall state the scope of authority and limitations. This individual has authority to provide technical direction to the Contractor as long as that direction is within the scope of the contract, does not constitute a change, and has no funding implications. This individual does NOT have authority to change the terms and conditions of the contract.

2.1.5. DEFECTIVE SERVICE. A service output that does not meet the standard of performance associated with the Performance Work Statement.

2.1.6. DELIVERABLE. Anything that can be physically delivered, but may include non-manufactured things such as meeting minutes or reports.

2.1.7. GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED PROPERTY (GFP) OR GOVERNMENT PROPERTY (GP). Property in the possession of, or directly acquired by, the Government and subsequently made available to the Contractor.

2.1.8. KEY PERSONNEL. Contractor personnel that are evaluated in a source selection process and that may be required to be used in the performance of a contract by the Key Personnel listed in the PWS. When key personnel are used as an evaluation factor in best value procurement, an offer can be rejected if it does not have a firm commitment from the persons that are listed in the proposal.

2.1.9. PHYSICAL SECURITY. Actions that prevent the loss or damage of Government property.

2.1.10. QUALITY ASSURANCE. The government procedures to verify that services being performed by the Contractor are acceptable in accordance with established standards and requirements of this contract.

2.1.11. QUALITY ASSURANCE SPECIALIST. An official Government representative concerned with matters pertaining to the contract administration process and quality assurance/quality control.

Acts as technical advisor to the Contracting Officer in these areas.

2.1.12. QUALITY ASSURANCE SURVEILLANCE PLAN (QASP). An organized written document specifying the surveillance methodology to be used for surveillance of contractor performance.

2.1.13. QUALITY CONTROL. All necessary measures taken by the Contractor to assure that the quality of an end product or service shall meet contract requirements.

2.1.14. SUBCONTRACTOR. One that enters into a contract with a prime contractor. The Government does not have privity of contract with the subcontractor.

2.1.15. WORKDAY. The number of hours per day the Contractor provides services in accordance with the contract.

2.1.16. WORK WEEK. Monday through Friday, except for Federal holidays unless specified otherwise.

2.2. ACRONYMS: [List all acronyms used in the PWS and what they represent. At a minimum, insert the acronyms provided below].

ACOR Alternate Contracting Officer’s Representative BEP Bureau of Engraving and Printing

CONUS Continental United States (excludes Alaska and Hawaii) CO Contracting Officer

COR Contracting Officer Representative COTS Commercial-Off-The-Shelf FAR Federal Acquisition Regulation

HIPAA Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 OCI Organizational Conflict of Interest

OCONUS Outside Continental U.S. (includes Alaska and Hawaii) ODC Other Direct Costs PIPO Phase In/Phase Out POC Point of Contact PRS Performance Requirements Summary PWS Performance Work Statement QA Quality Assurance

QAP Quality Assurance Program QASP Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan

QC Quality Control QCP Quality Control Plan TE Technical Exhibit

PART 3

GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY, EQUIPMENT, AND SERVICES

3. GOVERNMENT FURNISHED ITEMS AND SERVICES:

3.1. Services: N/A

3.2. Facilities: N/A

3.3 Utilities: N/A

3.4 Equipment: N/A

3.5 Materials: N/A

PART 4

CONTRACTOR FURNISHED ITEMS AND SERVICES

4. CONTRACTOR FURNISHED ITEMS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

4.1 General: The Contractor shall furnish all supplies, equipment, facilities, licenses/permits and services required to perform work under this contract that are not listed under Section 3 of this

PWS.

4.2 Secret Facility Clearance: N/A

4.3. Materials: The Contractor shall provide all materials required to perform work under this contract that are not listed under Section 3 of this PWS.

4.4. Equipment: The Contractor shall provide all materials required to perform work under this contract that are not listed under Section 3 of this PWS.

PART 5

SPECIFIC TASKS

5. Specific Tasks:

5.1 Basic Services:

A. The Contractor shall provide unarmed, trained and certified CDT to perform the explosives detection services prescribed herein. Explosives Detection Teams shall be required to detect, at a minimum, RDX, PETN, TNT, Dynamite, Black Powder and Black Powder substitutes, Ammonium Nitrate, Single Based Smokeless Powders and Double Base Smokeless Powders (this is not an inclusive list).

B. The CDT shall remain available for immediate response during all breaks and meal periods.

C. The Contractor shall provide and maintain during the entire performance of this contract, at least the kinds and minimum amounts of insurance as specified within the terms and conditions of the contract. Before commencing work under this contract, within fifteen days the Contractor shall submit proof to the Contracting Officer that the required insurance has been obtained.

D. All canines shall be physically able to perform the types of detection services identified herein.

All canines shall be trained to disregard artificial detectors (substances purposely placed in the article to confuse the canine). All canines shall be trained not to paw or retrieve a substance once it has been detected. All canines shall be trained to sit or lay to alert the handler that a substance has been detected.

E. All CDTs (canine and handler) shall complete a minimum of sixteen hours of training per month to maintain and improve the proficiency level of the team IAW Paragraph 5.3 Proficiency Sustainment/Maintenance Training.

F. The canine handler, using their best judgment based on the situation, shall decline to initiate, complete, or continue a search if there is a reasonable likelihood of injury or death, over and above the associated inherent risk.

G. The BEP is dedicated to the humane treatment and optimal performance of its contracted federal working dogs. BEP recognizes the General Accounting Office’s (GAO) identified issues as a comprehensive foundation for ensuring the health and welfare of working dogs. In alignment with these standards, the Contractor shall:

- Maintain Established Standards: Ensure that established standards of kenneling, nutrition, physical and mental stimulation, health care, transportation, and overall canine well-being are maintained.

- Environmentally Controlled Transportation: Operate and maintain vehicles with designated, environmentally controlled canine areas to facilitate efficient and safe transportation of working dogs.

- Safe and Controlled Kenneling: The Contractor shall maintain environmentally controlled canine boarding area for efficient and safe canine kenneling.

- Compliance with GAO Recommendations: Adhere to and maintain full compliance throughout the contract period with all health and welfare issues identified by the GAO as critical to the well-being of working dogs. (Technical Exhibit 3)

H. When substitutions are required to replace canine handler and/or canine, the Contractor shall provide the COR, within five working days of termination of key personnel, a replacement CDT that meets contract requirements and is acceptable to the COR. When the canine is replaced, the Contractor shall provide in writing the canine experience/background and training in explosive searching. All replacement personnel or canines must meet or exceed all Contract requirements prior to reporting for duty under this Contract. To ensure that this requirement can be met, the Contractor shall coordinate with the COR to pre-approve handlers and canines for the site.

5.2 Odor Recognition Testing: The contractor will administer the test. The test will be observed by the COR. A copy of the test results will be provided to the COR within 10 days.

A. Scope: This test is only designed to assess a canine’s ability to successfully recognize explosives odors. Odor Recognition Testing may be conducted at any time during the term of the contract.

The contractor will make necessary coordination with the COR. The Odor Recognition Testing will not occur more than four (4) times per year. A failed test occurrence will necessitate a repeat test. This second test would not count towards the total of four (4) tests authorized for the contract year.

B. Overview of the Test: This test will involve simple recognition of the six mandatory explosive odors (hereinafter referred to as targeted odors). A blind test method will be used. For the purposes of this test, blind testing means the handler will not know where the targeted odor samples are placed. This will verify that the canine is actually recognizing the targeted odors and is not responding to any external cues. A test administrator will be responsible for selecting and recording the placement of all sample containers and evaluating the test results. A sample container may be empty, may contain a distraction odor or may contain a targeted odor.

C. Materials: Uncontaminated distraction and targeted odors samples will be utilized. For the purpose of this test, a distraction odor sample may consist of any non-explosive odor that a canine may encounter in its environment. Appropriate distraction odors for this test may include food, health and beauty aid products, and textiles. Since the Government requires the Contractor to provide single purpose canines, the Government reserves the right to use explosives as distraction odors. Explosive odor samples will be no less than one quarter pound. The actual substance samples will be used. Substitutes or pseudo samples will not be used.

D. Preparation of Samples: In order to avoid cross contamination, proper handling and storage procedures will be strictly followed. Each test sample (distraction or explosives) will be placed in a clean unused container, with a perforated top (e.g., unused cardboard box, metal paint can, etc.). All perforated sample containers will be identical. All sample containers will be placed in a larger external container. All external containers will be identical.