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This Performance Work Statement (PWS) details custodial services for the U.S. Army Garrison Darby Military Community (DMC) in Livorno, Italy. The contract covers comprehensive cleaning services for 82 buildings spanning approximately 2,496.22 acres, with a total building square footage of 76,138 square feet under the primary schedule. Services include restroom cleaning, waste removal, floor maintenance, dusting, glass cleaning, and specialized cleaning for areas like child development centers, fitness centers, and high-traffic zones. The contract requires the contractor to provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, and supervision necessary to perform custodial tasks according to specified performance standards, with cleaning frequencies ranging from daily to annually depending on the facility type and usage.

The contract is structured as a non-personal services, firm-fixed-price agreement with a base year from 10 September 2025 to 09 September 2026 and four optional one-year extension periods through 09 September 2030. The contractor must comply with specific security requirements, including background checks, anti-terrorism training, and physical security protocols. Contractor personnel must have appropriate English language proficiency (level 4 fluency) and follow strict standards of conduct. The solicitation requires contractors to be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM), have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), and possess a CAGE/NCAGE number. Quotes are due by 14 July 2025 at 15:00 hours local time in Rome, Italy.

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CUSTODIAL SERVICES

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

U.S. Army Garrison Darby Military Community (DMC)-

Livorno

28 January 2025

DMC-USAG Italy Custodial Services Enterprise-wide Performance Work Statement

(PWS)

(Service 402 - Custodial Services) (U) i

Table of Contents

1.0 General

1.7.1 Scope

1.7.2 Locations to Receive Custodial Service

1.7.3 Schedule of Services Work Log

1.7.4 Recognized Holidays

1.7.5 Hours of Operation

Installation Closures Emergency Delays and Support Unforeseen Buildings Closures

1.7.6 Place of Performance

1.7.7 Type of Contract

1.7.8 Security Requirements

Access and General Protection/Security Policy and Procedures Physical Security Security Training Key Control Lock Combinations

1.7.9 Post Award Conference/Periodic Progress Meetings

1.7.10 Government Roles and Responsibilities

Contracting Officer (KO) Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR)

1.7.11 Specific Contractor Requirements, Roles and Responsibilities U.S. Residency Contractor Hiring Restrictions Contractor Identification Standards of Conduct Contractor Key Personnel ii

Phase In /Phase Out Period Quality Control Emergency Services Accident Reporting

Environment and OSHA Asbestos Awareness

1.7.12 Environmental Compliance

1.7.13 Safety Data Sheets

2.0 Definitions and Acronyms

2.1.1 AbilityOne Commission

2.1.2 Acceptable Quality Level (AQL)

2.1.3 Carpet Care

2.1.4 Child, Youth and School Services (CYSS)

2.1.5 Cleaning

2.1.6 Contractor

2.1.7 Contractor Acquired Property (CAP)

2.1.8 Contracting Officer (KO)

2.1.9 Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR)

2.1.10 Deficient Service

2.1.11 Deliverable

2.1.12 Disinfect

2.1.13 Dry Buffing

2.1.14 Equipment

2.1.15 Exterior Windows

2.1.16 Government Furnished Property (GFP)

2.1.17 Government Property

2.1.18 Government Project Manager

2.1.19 Hard Surface Floor Care

2.1.20 High-efficiency Particulate Air Vacuum Cleaners (HEPA)

2.1.21 Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)

2.1.22 Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC)

2.1.23 Interior Window

2.1.24 International Sanitary Supply Association (ISSA)

2.1.25 Lavatories/Latrines/Bathrooms

2.1.26 Legal and Other Requirements

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2.1.27 Loss of Government Property

2.1.28 Material

2.1.29 Non-Personal Services

2.1.30 Performance Requirements Summary (PRS)

2.1.31 Physical/Community Fitness Centers

2.1.32 Physical Security

2.1.33 Property

2.1.34 Property Records

2.1.35 Provide

2.1.36 Public Traffic Areas

2.1.37 Quality Assurance

2.1.38 Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP)

2.1.39 Quality Control

2.1.40 Real Property

2.1.41 Recyclable Materials

2.1.42 Sanitize

2.1.43 Schedule of Services

2.1.44 Sensitive Property

2.1.45 Service Calls

2.1.46 Soil

2.1.47 Spill Plan

2.1.48 Spray Buffing

2.1.49 Spot Cleaning

2.1.50 Stairwell Cleaning

2.1.51 Stripping

2.1.52 Subcontractor

2.1.53 Sweep

2.1.54 Trash Removal

2.1.55 Wide Area Workflow (WAWF)

2.1.56 Workday

2.1.57 Work Week

3.0 Government Furnished Property, Equipment and Services

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4.0 Contractor Furnished Materials and Equipment

4.3.1 List of Cleaning Products

4.3.2 Known Hazards

4.3.3 Cleaning Solutions Requirements

4.4.1 Carpet, Tile / Grout Cleaning

4.4.2 Unserviceable Contractor Equipment

5.0 Specific Tasks for General Cleaning

5.3.1 Hard Floors. (Vinyl, Ceramic, Wood, Concrete, etc.)

Spray and Buff Stripping/Scrub/Finishing Wet Mop

5.3.2 Carpeted Floors

Removable Walk off Mats Carpet Cleaning and Shampooing Spot Cleaning Carpets

5.3.3 Quarry / Ceramic / Porcelain Tile Cleaning:

5.3.4 Stairways/Elevators/Handicap Lifts

5.3.5 Solid Waste Collection and Removal

Recycle Collection and Removal

5.3.6 Restrooms/Toilet Areas/Locker Rooms

Clean and Disinfect Restrooms Restroom and Locker Room NHSW Removal Floor Care Stocking and Restocking of Supplies

5.3.7 Drinking Fountains

5.3.8 Dusting

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Dusting, Low Areas (under six (6) feet) Dusting, High Areas (over six (6) feet) Dusting, Light Dusting, Heavy

5.3.9 Interior Glass

5.3.10 Exterior Glass

5.4.1 Child Age Groups

5.4.2 CYS/CDC Cleaning Products

5.4.3 CYS/CDC Supplies and Solutions Storage

5.4.4 CYS/CDC Hours of Operation

CDC Hours of Operation Other Than Normal Other CYSS Facility Hours of Operation Other Than Normal

5.4.5 Specific Child Development Center (CDC) Cleaning Tasks

5.4.6 Specific Other Child Youth and Student Service (CYSS) Center Cleaning Requirements

5.5.1 Disinfectants

5.5.2 Facility Sanitation, Showers, locker rooms, and toilet facilities,

5.9.1 Schedule of Services

Alternate Day Work Schedule Service Delay Notification

5.9.2 Floor Schedule Report

5.9.3 Scheduled Cleaning Work Reports

5.9.4 Unscheduled Cleaning Work Reports

5.9.5 Access and Condition Report

5.9.6 General Report Submittals

6.0 Applicable Publications (Current Editions)

7.0 Mandatory Records and Report Forms

8.0 Attachment/Technical Exhibits (TEs)

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(Service 402 - Custodial Services) (U)

1.0 General.

This is a non-personal services contract to provide Custodial Services for the U.S. Army Garrison Darby Military Community (DMC)-Livorno.

• The Government will not exercise any supervision or control over the contract service providers.

• The Contractor shall perform to the standards specified in this Performance Work Statement (PWS).

• Contract service providers shall be accountable solely to the Contractor who, in turn is responsible to the Government.

• The Contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, and other items and non-personal services necessary to complete the requirements as outlined and defined in this

PWS.

Description of Services/Introduction.

The Contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, and other items and non-personal services necessary to perform all custodial service tasks and frequencies as described and defined in this Performance Work Statement (PWS), Part 5 Specific Tasks and Part 8 Technical Exhibits, TE-5 Municipal Custodial Services Tasks and Frequency Performance Standards, except for those items specified as Government furnished property and services (If applicable, see Part 4 Contractor Furnished Items and Services). The Contractor shall perform to the standards in this contract.

Background.

Darby Military Community(DMC) is located in Italy, Livorno. DMC-USAG Italy consists of approximately 2,496.22 acres and has 82 cleanable buildings. The Post population consists of approximately 1,000 Military, government civilian, and Contractor personnel.

Objectives.

The Contractor shall ensure all work accomplished as fulfillment of this PWS meets all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, directives, and other requirements (LOR) (See Definitions & Acronyms, 2.2 Acronyms --- Legal and Other Requirements) to include the documents in Part 6, Applicable Publications.

Part 8, Attachment/Technical Exhibit Listing, TE-6 identifies which buildings/areas belong to each building type, the square footage of the building/areas to be cleaned, any special security considerations, and any constraints as to when during the day or week scheduled services can be performed. Part 8, Attachment/Technical Exhibit Listing,TE-5 Municipal Custodial Services Tasks and Frequency Performance Standards identifies tasks and frequencies for maximum standards for each type of building.

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Scope.

The Contractor shall perform custodial services to the performance standards (task/frequency table) in this PWS in a manner that will maintain the condition and cleanliness of each covered facility and present a professional appearance.

• Services include:

o Scheduled Cleaning Services (for all covered facility types) IAW the PWS performance standard.

• Services not included:

o Biohazard cleaning service for casualty/trauma, defecation, and bodily fluids decontamination at Medical Treatment Facilities (MTFs) and other facilities performed by installation assets (hazardous material response team, garrison staff, or mission personnel) IAW MEDCOM Reg. 40-35, Management of Regulated Medical Waste, para 16 (2017) o Toilet overflow, mold cleaning, flood cleaning within a covered facility resulting from inclement weather, or waterline break in the building serviced by a separate water cleanup and restoration contract with expertly trained staff.

o Cleaning and disinfecting buildings and areas previously occupied by ’pandemic’ positive personnel. (Note: This type of cleaning and disinfecting will be performed by installation assets IAW Army Public Health Command (APHC) Technical Information Paper (TIP) No. 98-105-0421 and TIP No. 98- 120-0620).

Traffic Flow.

The Contractor shall maintain the free flow of vehicular and pedestrian traffic while conducting custodial service tasks.

Restoration of Real Property Damage.

Any damage to Government Real Property by the Contractor’s operations shall be restored to the original state at no additional cost to the Government (e.g. structural damage, damage to landscape or fencing, et al).

General Information.

1.7.1 Scope.

The Contractor shall perform custodial services in accordance with the PWS and the technical exhibits, including the Enterprise-wide Custodial Services Performance Standards. During performance of the contract, the Government reserves the right to add or delete facilities and/or the level of services required. A modification to the contract will be executed to incorporate these changes.

1.7.2 Locations to Receive Custodial Service

The work to be performed under this contract will be performed at 82 Government facilities on DMC-USAG Italy (Camp Darby, Supply and Maintenance Area and Pisa Ammunition Storage Area). The Contractor shall provide the KO a schedule no later than

(10) workdays prior to commencing work. Schedule shall outline tasks to be performed by specific building and identify the timeline for the task to be accomplished. The KO will provide the Contractor with requirements to make changes to the schedule as they occur. A list of DMC-USAG Italy buildings to be cleaned is located in Part 8, Attachment/Technical Exhibit Listing, TE 6.

1.7.3 Schedule of Services Work Log.

The Contractor shall keep a detailed log of work accomplished in each building receiving custodial services IAW performance standards.

• The log shall include relevant custodial cleaning task practices and the dates custodial cleaning task is completed.

• The Contractor shall submit this log to the COR not later than the 5th day of each month (Part 8, Attachment/Technical Exhibit Listing, paragraph 8.2, TE-2 – Deliverables Schedule, Deliverable, 0001).

1.7.4 Recognized Holidays.

New Year’s Day Labor Day Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday Columbus Day President’s Day Veteran’s Day Memorial Day Thanksgiving Day Independence Day Christmas Day Juneteenth Epiphany day Easter Monday Liberation day Labor day Republic day Assumption day Immaculate Conception day Saint Stephen day

1.7.5 Hours of Operation.

Normal hours of operation are between the hours of 0600-1800, Monday through Friday, excluding Federal holidays or when the Government facilities are closed due to local or national emergencies, administrative closings, or similar Government directed facility closings.

• The Contractor shall coordinate with Building Managers or the COR if no Building Manager is available to establish a schedule to conduct business if services are required outside of normal hours of operation. This schedule or any schedule changes shall be documented in an MFR and approved by the KO.

o The contractor shall perform service during the normal contractor working hours 0600-1800 hours).

• The Contractor shall maintain an adequate workforce for the uninterrupted performance of all tasks defined within this PWS when Government facilities are not closed for the above reasons.

Installation Closures.

When an unforeseen installation closure occurs on a regularly scheduled day of work, the Contractor shall reschedule the work to be performed the following day unless the following day is a Saturday, Sunday, a recognized Federal holiday, and when routine

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Emergency Delays and Support.

• If the Contractor determines unsafe weather conditions or work environment is cause for an interruption of services, the Contractor shall notify the KO and his/her designated representative, the COR/ACOR, two (2) hours prior to curtailing operations (Part 8, Attachment/Technical Exhibit Listing, paragraph 8.2, Deliverables Schedule, Deliverable, 0002).

o The Contractor shall obtain KO approval to resume operations.

• The Contractor shall coordinate with the DPW designated representative(s), the COR/ACOR and COTR, once guidance has been provided by the KO in preparation for and during emergency operations situations such as inclement weather, flood, active shooter, fire or other emergency situations.

Unforeseen Buildings Closures.

When an unforeseen building closure occurs on a regularly scheduled day of work (i.e., severe weather, training holiday, day of mourning, etc.).

• The Contractor shall reschedule the service on any day satisfactory to the customer and minimizes impact on the Contractor’s normal work schedule.

1.7.6 Place of Performance.

The work to be performed under this requirement will be performed throughout the entire area occupied by DMC-USAG Italy and at any pertinent locations in and around DMC- USAG Italy. A map of DMC-USAG Italy is located in Part 8, Attachment/Technical Exhibit Listing, TE 7.

1.7.7 Type of Contract.

The government will award a FIRM FIXED PRICE (FFP) type of contract with some “As Required” CLINs (See Frequency Table located in Part 8, Attachment/Technical Exhibit Listing, TE-5 Municipal Custodial Services Tasks and Frequency Performance Standards).

1.7.8 Security Requirements.

N/A

Access and General Protection/Security Policy and Procedures.

Contractor and all associated subcontractors’ employees shall provide all information required for background checks to meet installation access requirements to be accomplished by installation Provost Marshal Office, Director of Emergency Services or Security Office. Contractor workforce must comply with all personal identity verification requirements (i.e., FAR clause 52.204-9, Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel) as directed by DOD, HQDA and/or local policy. In addition to the changes otherwise authorized by the changes clause of this contract, should the Force Protection

Condition (FPCON) at any individual facility or installation change, the Government may require changes in contractor security matters or processes.

Physical Security.

At the close of each work period, the contractor shall ensure government facilities, equipment, and materials are secured.

Security Training.

In the event of a National Defense Emergency affecting DMC-USAG Italy, the DMC- USAG Italy POC will immediately notify the contract POC. At that time, the contractor shall take immediate steps to cease all activities on the installation(s) and will cause all personnel to leave the installation(s) property until notice is given by the installation and DMC-USAG Italy POC that National Defense Emergency conditions are no longer in effect.

1.7.8.3.1 Anti-Terrorism (AT) Level I Training.

IAW Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 2000.16, Vol. 1 DoD Antiterrorism Standards and Army Regulation (AR) 525-13 Antiterrorism, all Contractor employees, including subcontractor employees, requiring access to Army installations, facilities, or controlled access areas shall complete Antiterrorism (AT) Level I awareness training within 30 calendar days after contract start date. The Contractor shall submit certificates of completion for each affected contract employee and subcontractor employee to the KO or COR within 30 calendar days after completion of training by all employees and subcontractor personnel on a recurring annual basis. AT Level I awareness training is available at the following site: http://jko.jten.mil (See Part 8, Attachment/Technical Exhibit Listing, paragraph 8.2, Deliverables Schedule, Deliverable, 0003).

• If access to a computer is not available, the Government will provide AT Level I training to Contractor employees within 30 business days after contract start and maintain a copy of the attendance roster for one (1) year. Any Contractor hired after contract start will be required to receive AT Level I training within 30 calendar days either online or as provided by the Government. The Contractor must present the training certificate to the KO or designated Government representative/COR within 30 calendar days (See Part 8, Attachment/Technical Exhibit Listing, paragraph 8.2, Deliverables Schedule, Deliverable, 0003).

1.7.8.3.2 iWATCH Training.

The Contractor shall brief the local iWATCH program (training standards provided by the Installation Anti-Terrorism Officer (ATO)) to all its’ employees and associated subcontractors. This training is used to inform employees of the types of behavior to watch for and instruct employees to report suspicious activity to DMC-USAG Italy, Military Police and the COR. The Contractor shall complete the training within 30 calendar days after contract award and within 30 calendar days of new employees commencing performance and send to the KO or designated Government representative/COR via both electronic and paper copy within 30 calendar days of completion (See Part 8, Attachment/Technical Exhibit Listing, paragraph 8.2, Deliverables Schedule, Deliverable, 0004).

http://jko.jten.mil/

1.7.8.3.3 Operational Security (OPSEC) Awareness Training.

For contracts that require OPSEC Training. All contractor employees, to include subcontractor’s employees, requiring access to Army installation, facilities, controlled, access areas, and/or installation computers shall complete OPSEC Level I training within 30 days after contract start date or effective date of incorporation of this requirement into the contract. The Contractor shall provide either certificates of completion or dates of attendance at the site http://www.cdse.edu/catalog/elearning/GS130.html, for each affected contractor employee and subcontractor employee to the COR, or to the Contracting Officer if a COR is not assigned, with 15 calendar days after completion of training by all employees and subcontractor personnel (See Part 8, Attachment/Technical Exhibit Listing, paragraph 8.2, Deliverables Schedule, Deliverable, 0005).

1.7.8.3.4 Threat Awareness and Reporting Program Training.

For all DA contractors. Training will be completed within 30 days of assignment or employment to an organization and will undergo live environment TARP training will be completed annually IAW AR 381-12 Threat Awareness and Reporting Program. The Contractor shall provide either certificates of completion or dates of attendance at the https://usacac.army.mil/organizations/902d-military-intelligence-group/annual-training-requirements, if this is not feasible training (CAC required) is available at:

https://www.lms.army.mil/learnerview/, for each affected contractor employee and subcontractor employee to the COR, or to the Contracting Officer if a COR is not assigned, with 15 calendar days after completion of training by all employees and subcontractor personnel (See Part 8, Attachment/Technical Exhibit Listing, paragraph 8.2, Deliverables Schedule, Deliverable, 0006.

1.7.8.3.5 Local Health Protection Conditions

Contractor will comply with all national and DoD policies with regard to health protection issues including pandemic outbreaks. Local Health Protection Conditions (HPCON) change based on risk levels in the surrounding area DMC-USAG Italy and in cooperation with local, state and national guidance. The Contractor shall comply with installation and higher headquarters policies aimed at mitigating the spread of dangerous communicable diseases.

Key Control.

The Government will issue no keys, key cards nor combinations to the Contractor.

1.7.8.4.1 Lost Keys. N/A

1.7.8.4.2 Prohibited use of Government provided keys or key cards. N/A

Lock Combinations. N/A https://usacac.army.mil/organizations/902d-military-intelligence-group/annual-training-requirements https://usacac.army.mil/organizations/902d-military-intelligence-group/annual-training-requirements https://www.lms.army.mil/learnerview/ Sorapuru, Karen M CIV USARMY 414 CONTR SPT BDE (USA) Per IMCOM PWS instructions, use N/A.

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1.7.9 Post Award Conference/Periodic Progress Meetings.

The Contractor shall attend the post award conference convened by the Contracting Activity or Contract Administration Office as agreed upon and stated in the contract award document.

• When the KO, COR and DPW management meets with the Contractor to review the Contractor's performance, written minutes of meetings will be recorded by the Government and signed by the Requirements Authority (RA) and the KO.

• The written minutes will be distributed within five (5) business after the meeting.

• If any party does not concur with any portion of the minutes, the non-concurrence shall be provided in writing to the KO/COR within two (2) workdays following receipt of the minutes.

• Notwithstanding the Contractor’s responsibility for total management during the performance of this contract, the administration of the contract requires maximum coordination and cooperation between the Government and the Contractor.

1.7.10 Government Roles and Responsibilities.

Contracting Officer (KO).

The KO is the only person authorized to make any changes in any of the requirements listed on this PWS; notwithstanding any provisions contained elsewhere in this contract, said authority remains solely with the KO.

• In the event the Contractor makes any change at the direction of any person other than the KO, the change will be considered to have been made without authority and solely at the risk and expense of the Contractor.

• All contract administration will be affected by the KO.

• Communications pertaining to contractual administrative matters shall be addressed to the KO.

• No changes in or deviations from the terms and conditions shall be affected without a written modification to the contract, executed by the KO authorizing such changes.

• The KO will approve all Deliverables and plans required in this PWS.

Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).

The KO will appoint a COR during the performance of this requirement.

• Additional Government personnel may be designated to assist in contract oversight IAW AR 70-13 Management and Oversight of Service Acquisitions.

• Other surveillance personnel may be designated as COR and shall be trained and appointed IAW DoDI 5000.72, Department of Defense (DoD) Standard for Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) Certification.

• The COR will provide assistance in identification and resolution of problems, conflicts in priority, subtask requirement definitions, and other operations type problems.

• The COR will perform IAW the responsibilities and duties identified in the appointment letter.

1.7.10.2.1 COR Authority.

A letter of designation will be issued to the COR by the KO.

• A copy of the letter will be sent to the Contractor.

• The letter of designation states the responsibilities and limitations of the COR, especially with regard to changes in cost, price estimates, or changes in delivery dates.

• The COR is not authorized to change any of the terms and conditions with regard to cost, quantity, or schedule of the resulting order.

1.7.10.2.2 COR or Designated Government Representative Functions.

The COR or designated Government representative shall monitor all technical aspects of the contract and assists in contract administration.

• The COR or designated Government representative is authorized to perform the following functions:

o assure the Contractor performs the technical requirements of the contract;

o perform inspections necessary in connection with contract performance;

o maintain written and oral communications with the Contractor concerning technical aspects of the contract;

o issue written interpretations of technical requirements;

o monitor, document, and report Contractor's performance and notify both the

KO and Contractor of any deficiencies;

o coordinate availability of Government-Furnished Property and provides direction or assistance for site entry requests of Contractor personnel.

1.7.11 Specific Contractor Requirements, Roles and Responsibilities.

U.S. Residency. N/A

Contractor Hiring Restrictions.

The Contractor shall not hire or subcontract with off-duty or former Government employees whose employment would result in a conflict of interest as defined in DOD 5500.7-R Joint Ethics Regulation 30 August 1993, to include change dated 17 November 2011.

Contractor Identification.

The Contractor shall ensure that personnel be identified as a Contractor to distinguish themselves (e.g., badge, company logo, or uniform) from Government employees.

• The Contractor shall ensure all correspondence and reports produced are marked as Contractor products or that Contractor participation is disclosed.

• Contractor owned/leased vehicles and trailers shall be clearly identified.

Standards of Conduct.

Contractor personnel’s conduct shall not reflect discredit upon the Government.

The Contractor shall ensure all personnel present a professional appearance while working on the Government installation.

• The Contractor’s employees shall observe and comply with all local policies and procedures concerning fire, safety, environmental protection, sanitation, security, and possession of firearms or other lethal or illegal weapons or substance.

• The Contractor shall ensure all Contractor employees, providing services under this contract, conduct themselves and perform services in a professional, safe, and responsible manner.

• The Contractor shall remove, from the job site, any employee for reasons of misconduct or security.

• The Contractor shall ensure employee conduct complies with 41 USC §423, Procurement Integrity.

• The Contractor shall also ensure that no Contractor employees conduct political related activities or events on the installation.

• The removal of such a person shall not relieve the Contractor of the requirement to provide personnel to perform adequate and timely service.

Contractor Key Personnel.

Contractor shall provide a resume of key personnel, who will be designated in writing, to the KO within one week of the contract award (See Part 8, Attachment/Technical Exhibit Listing, paragraph 8.2, Deliverables Schedule, Deliverable, 0007).

These key personnel shall be available during normal duty hours.

The Project Manager/On-Site Manager and the Quality Control Manager shall be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language (English level skills: reading, writing and listening) at least to fluency level 4 (See Part 8, Attachment/Technical Exhibit Listing, paragraph 8.10, Language Fluency Clarification). All written correspondence from/to the Contractor shall be in English.

1.7.11.5.1 Project Manager (PM).

The Contractor shall provide a PM who is responsible for the performance of the work.

• A minimum of two (2) years of documented service contract management experience with team management and scheduling of workflow is required.

• The PM shall have full authority to act for the Contractor on all contract matters relating to daily operation of the contract.

• The name and contact information of the PM shall be provided to the KO and shall be present and on-site, and available during normal duty hours.

• The PM shall be available by phone and email and return phone calls and emails within a designated time frame.

• In the circumstances when the PM is not available, the Contractor shall designate an alternate who can perform the same duties during the absence.

1.7.11.5.2 Quality Control Manager (QCM).

The Contractor shall designate a full time QCM on site during normal duty hours.

• As a minimum, the QCM shall have at least two (2) years of documented relative custodial services experience and shall be responsible for the overall management and implementation of the Contractor's Quality Control Plan.

1.7.11.5.3 Quality Control Inspectors (QCI).

The Contractor shall designate QCI personnel sufficient to monitor Contract work to assure compliance with Government requirements.

• Depending on the size of the contract, the QCM may also serve as the QCI.

Phase In /Phase Out Period.

The Contractor shall prepare and submit (within ten (10) business days after contract award), a Phase In/Phase Out Plan to be implemented by the Contractor (See Part 8, Attachment/Technical Exhibit Listing, paragraph 8.2, Deliverables Schedule, Deliverable, 0008).

• The Contractor shall provide sufficient experienced personnel during the phase-in and phase-out period to ensure that the services are maintained at the required level of proficiency.

• During the phase-in, the Contractor shall observe all operations pertinent to the requirements of the PWS.

• The Contractor shall commence all operations required by this PWS by the end of phase in period.

• On the initial day of performance, the Contractor shall provide a work force which is fully qualified and capable of performing all work required under this contract.

• During the ten (10) business day transition period immediately prior to the end of the previous contract, the Contractor shall permit the successor Contractor (and the successor Contractor's employees) to observe and become familiar with any and all operations under the contract.

• The Contractor shall fully cooperate with the successor Contractor during Phase Out and the Government so as not to interfere with future work or duties.

Quality Control

The contractor shall develop and maintain an effective quality control program to ensure services are performed in accordance with this PWS. The contractor shall develop and implement procedures to identify, prevent, and ensure non-recurrence of defective services. The contractor’s quality control program is the means by which he/she assures himself/herself that his/her work complies with the requirement of the contract.

The Contractor’s Proposed QCP shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer (KO) through the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) for review within seven (7) after date of contract award (See Part 8, Attachment/Technical Exhibit Listing, paragraph 8.2, Deliverables Schedule, Deliverable, 0009). The KO will review and either notify the Contractor in writing of acceptance of the plan or return their comments to the Contractor within seven (7) days. If the Government has provided comments, the Contractor shall then have seven (7) days to submit a Final QCP. After receipt of the Final QCP, the Contractor shall receive the Contracting Officer’s acceptance in writing.

Any proposed changes to the accepted QCP are required to be resubmitted for acceptance by the Contracting Officer no later than seven (7) days prior to the anticipated change and before implementation by the Contractor. The timeline noted above will apply for review and acceptance for proposed changes

Only the KO can accept or require changes to the contractor’s QCP.

Corrected

Emergency Services.

1.7.11.8.1 Emergency Medical Treatment.

The Contractor or their employees shall immediately notify their supervisor of any incident requiring immediate emergency medical treatment.

The Government may provide 911 emergency support ambulance service a per “DMC First Aid Plan”

If injuries incurred while an employee is performing work under this contract, the contractor shall verbally notify the KO/COR no later than (NLT) two (2) hours after an emergency medical event, followed by a documented summary of events (See Part 8, Attachment/Technical Exhibit Listing, paragraph 8.2, Deliverables Schedule, Deliverable, 21).

Accident Reporting.

• The Contractor shall comply with Operational Safety and Health Administration

(OSHA) for record keeping and reporting of all accidents resulting in death, injury, occupational disease, or adverse environmental impact. The contractor shall report immediately by telephone to the KO, the COR, and the Garrison Safety Office (tel. 050-9658155) any accident involving personal injury, death, damage to Government property, or accidental loss of Government property resulting from the activities of the contractor, his subcontractors, his agents, or employees.

• The Contractor shall provide a verbal report to the KO/COR within two (2) hour of each such occurrence followed up by an email documenting each such occurrence (See Part 8, Attachment/Technical Exhibit Listing, paragraph 8.2, Deliverables Schedule, Deliverable, 0010).

• The Contractor shall adhere to reporting of mishaps IAW AR 385-10, The Army Safety Program (Chapter 3 Accident Investigation and Reporting, Chapter 4 Contracting Safety) and DA Pam 385-40, Army Accident Investigations and Reporting.

Environment and OSHA.

IAW para. 1.4 Scope, any apparent conflict between compliance (with such local, State, and Federal environmental and occupational safety laws, rules, and regulations) and the requirements of the contract shall be immediately brought to the attention of the KO and authorized representative(s) (i.e., Environmental Officer, Safety Officer, and COR ) verbally.

• The Contractor shall notify the KO and authorized representative(s) via email outlining the details for each said conflict such that a final resolution is derived (See Part 8, Attachment/Technical Exhibit Listing, paragraph 8.2, Deliverables Schedule, Deliverable, 0011).

• The Contractor shall be liable for all fines, penalties, and costs that result from violations of, or failure to comply with para. 1.4 Scope.

1.7.11.10.1 Safety.

The Contractor shall safeguard and maintain all Government and Contractor property, as well as provide for the safety and well-being of personnel employed under this contract.

• The Contractor shall comply with AR 385-10, The Army Safety Program.

• The Contractor shall comply with Italial D.Lgs 81/2008.

• The Contractor is required to provide copy of certificate ISO 9001 “Certificato di

Qualita`”.

• All unsafe acts or conditions fostered by the Contractor or Contractor personnel may be grounds for the KO to halt any and all Contractor performance until such unsafe conditions are corrected.

• The Contractor shall take due caution not to endanger personnel during performance of this contract.

• Upon discovery of a serious hazard, the Contractor shall immediately notify the KO and designated authorized representatives verbally followed up with an email

• The “Documento Unico di Valutazione dei Rischi da Interferenze” (DUVRI), the Standard Operating Procedure Review: Emergency Plan for the Evacuation of Injured People for DMC-Usag Italy/Camp Darby Community are added as attachments.

1.7.11.10.2 Safety Plan.

The Contractor shall develop and implement a safety plan for its employees.

• The Contractor shall submit the safety plan to the KO/COR for review and acceptance within 30 business days after contract award (See Part 8, Attachment/Technical Exhibit Listing, paragraph 8.2, Deliverables Schedule, Deliverable, 0012).

• Revisions shall be submitted to the KO/COR five (5) business days prior to the effective date of change (See Part 8, Attachment/Technical Exhibit Listing, paragraph 8.2, Deliverables Schedule, Deliverable, 0012).

1.7.11.10.3 Spill Plan.

The Contractor shall comply with the DMC USAG-Italy Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure Plan (See Part 8, Attachment/Technical Exhibit Listing TE 4).

• The Contractor shall submit a Spill Plan to the KO or designated Government representative/COR for approval within thirty (30) calendar days of contract award (See Part 8, Attachment/Technical Exhibit Listing, paragraph 8.2, Deliverables Schedule, Deliverable, 0013).

• The Contractor shall verbally notify the KO and COR, followed by written notification as required in the DMC USAG-Italy Spill Plan, if the Contractor spills or releases any hazardous substances, (i.e., substances listed in 40 CFR 302, Designation, Reportable Quantities, and Notification.)

Asbestos Awareness.

1.7.12 Environmental Compliance.

The contractor shall implement the following environmental objectives in accordance with FAR 23.4; FAR 23.7; FAR 52.223-1 through 52.223-5; and based on EPA-issued guidance):

• Maximize the utilization of environmentally preferable products.

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Required

• Maximize the reutilization of nonhazardous and recovered materials.

• Eliminate or reduce the generation of hazardous waste and the need for special material processing (including special handling, storage, treatment, and disposal).

1.7.13 Safety Data Sheets.

For materials that have Safety Data Sheets (SDS) associated with them, the Contractor shall submit the SDS to the KO or designated Government representative (i.e., COR) for approval five (5) business days after contract award (See Part 8, Attachment/Technical Exhibit Listing, paragraph 8.2, Deliverables Schedule, Deliverable, 0014).

• The Contractor shall adhere to all applicable requirements of the Installation Hazardous Waste Management Plan.

• The Contractor shall provide all materials, labor, training, transportation, and equipment for the handling and storage of hazardous materials or toxic materials.

PART 2

DEFINITIONS & ACRONYMS

2.0 Definitions and Acronyms.

Definitions.

2.1.1 AbilityOne Commission. N/A

2.1.2 Acceptable Quality Level (AQL).

The AQL is the maximum percent defective (or the number of defects per hundred units) that, for purposes of sampling inspection can be considered satisfactory.

2.1.3 Carpet Care.

Cleaning and maintenance to keep carpet reasonably free of all stains, soil, and dirt.

Methods used for carpet care are vacuum cleaners and carpet shampooers.

2.1.4 Child, Youth and School Services (CYSS).

Overarching naming convention for Child Development Center (CDC); Youth Activity Center (YAC); and School Age Services (SAS) are Child, Youth and School (CYS), Services (CYSS). CYSS shall be used when referring to all programs.

2.1.5 Cleaning.

Removing stains, soil, and dirt. May be accomplished by chemical or mechanical means.

2.1.6 Contractor.

A supplier or vendor awarded a contract to provide specific supplies or service to the Government. The term used in this contract refers to the prime.

2.1.7 Contractor Acquired Property (CAP).

Property acquired, fabricated, or otherwise provided by the Contractor for performing a contract and to which the Government has title.

2.1.8 Contracting Officer (KO).

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.

2.1.9 Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).

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OK

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.

2.1.10 Deficient Service.

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

2.1.11 Deliverable.

Objective evidence that can be physically delivered but may include non-manufactured things such as meeting minutes or reports.

2.1.12 Disinfect.

This is the process of removing dirt and bacteria, with physically removing debris and bacteria with a chemical solution, killing any remaining germs on surfaces, which further reduces any risk of spreading infections and/or diseases.

2.1.13 Dry Buffing.

Procedure to utilize floor, buffing equipment to remove minor scratches and scuff marks without applying solution or wax.

2.1.14 Equipment.

A tangible item that is functionally complete for its intended purpose, durable, nonexpendable, and needed for the performance of a contract. Equipment is not intended for sale and does not ordinarily lose its identity or become a component part of another article when put into use. Equipment does not include material, real property, special test equipment or special tooling.

2.1.15 Exterior Windows

Windows exposed exterior glass surfaces.

2.1.16 Government Furnished Property (GFP). N/A

2.1.17 Government Property.

All property owned or leased by the Government. Government property includes both Government- furnished property and Contractor-acquired property. Government property includes material, equipment, special tooling, special test equipment, and real property. Government property does not include intellectual property and software.

2.1.18 Government Project Manager.

The DPW Engineering Division, Project Engineer/Technician (i.e., COR/ACOR/COTR) assigned to manage this PWS.

2.1.19 Hard Surface Floor Care.

Hard surface floor care includes, but is not limited to tile, vinyl, rubber tile, mosaic tile, quarry tile, ceramic tile, marble, concrete, terrazzo, and linoleum. Floor care includes, but is not limited to dust mopping, wet mopping, scrubbing, stripping, waxing, re-finishing, or sealing.

2.1.20 High-efficiency Particulate Air Vacuum Cleaners (HEPA).

HEPA stands for high-efficiency particulate air, and it typically refers to a filter inside a machine. A true HEPA filter can trap 99.97 percent or airborne particles, minimizing dust, dander, and other common allergens in the air.

2.1.21 Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC).

HVAC refers to the different systems used for moving air between indoor and outdoor areas, along with heating and cooling both residential and commercial buildings.

2.1.22 Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification

(IICRC).

The certification and standard-setting non-profit organization for the inspection, cleaning, and restoration industries.

2.1.23 Interior Window.

Windows exposed interior glass surfaces.

2.1.24 International Sanitary Supply Association (ISSA).

The leading resource for information, education, networking, and industry standards.

2.1.25 Lavatories/Latrines/Bathrooms.

A room containing commodes, urinals, toilets, partitions/stalls, washbasins, bathtubs, shower stalls, sinks, lavatories, faucets, fixtures, mirrors, floors, walls, and dispensers (soap. paper towels, toilet tissue).

2.1.26 Legal and Other Requirements.

Applicable Federal, State, local, DoD and Army laws, codes, regulations and other requirements.

2.1.27 Loss of Government Property.

Unintended, unforeseen, or accidental loss, damage, or destruction of Government property that reduces the Government’s expected economic benefits of the property.

Loss of Government property does not include occurrences such as purposeful destructive testing, obsolescence, normal wear and tear, or manufacturing defects. Loss of Government property includes, but is not limited to:

• Items that cannot be found after a reasonable search;

• Theft;

• Damage resulting in unexpected harm to property requiring repair to restore the item to usable condition; or

• Destruction resulting from incidents that render the item useless for its intended purpose or beyond economical repair. Contractor shall prepare damage reports monthly and submit to COR.

2.1.28 Material.

Property that may be consumed or expended during the performance of a contract, component parts of a higher assembly, or items that lose their individual identity through incorporation into an end-item. Material does not include equipment, special tooling, and special test equipment or real property.

2.1.29 Non-Personal Services.

The personnel rendering the services are not subject; either by the contract’s terms or by the manner of its administration, to the supervision and control usually prevailing in relationships between the Government and its employees. Non personal service contracts are authorized by the Government in accordance with FAR 37.012, under general contracting authority, and do not require specific statutory authorization.

2.1.30 Performance Requirements Summary (PRS).

Identifies the key service outputs of the Contractor.

2.1.31 Physical/Community Fitness Centers.

Physical/Community Fitness Center facilities may include a gymnasium, athletic courts, work out areas, weight rooms, showers, restrooms, locker rooms, indoor hand ball courts, whirlpool, sauna, administrative space, and storage space. Outdoor fitness/recreation facilities, indoor/outdoor swimming pools, ice- and/or roller-skating rinks, physical educational training facilities, and buildings that house a fitness center are not included.

2.1.32 Physical Security.

Actions that prevent the loss or damage of Government property.

2.1.33 Property.

All tangible property, both real and personal.

2.1.34 Property Records.

Records created and maintained by the Contractor in support of its stewardship responsibilities for the management of Government property.

2.1.35 Provide.

To furnish, as in Government-furnished property, or to acquire, as in Contractor-acquired property.

2.1.36 Public Traffic Areas.

Lobbies, hallways, corridors, stairwells, meeting rooms, and lavatories.

2.1.37 Quality Assurance.

The Government procedures to verify that services being performed by the Contractor are performed according to acceptable standards.

2.1.38 Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP).

An organized document written by the Government specifying the surveillance methodology used for surveillance of Contractor performance.

2.1.39 Quality Control.

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

2.1.40 Real Property.

See Federal Management Regulation 102-71.20 (41 CFR 102-71.20).

2.1.41 Recyclable Materials.

Materials that are separated from mixed municipal solid waste for the purpose of reuse, donation, recycling, or composting, including paper, glass, plastics, metals, automobile oil, batteries, source-separated compostable materials, and sole source food waste streams that are managed through bio-degradative processes. Please see the Army QRP Handbook (May 2020 or most current) and DoDI 4715.23, Integrated Recycling and Solid Waste Management for a list of recyclable materials.

2.1.42 Sanitize.

The process that destroys or eliminates all forms of microbial life and is carried out by physical or chemical methods, which lowers the number of germs on a surface to a safe level as determined by Public Health Standards.

2.1.43 Schedule of Services

A log that includes relevant custodial cleaning task practices and the dates custodial cleaning task is be completed IAW PWS performance standards.

2.1.44 Sensitive Property.

Property potentially dangerous to the public safety or security if stolen, lost, or misplaced, or that shall be subject to exceptional physical security, protection, control, and accountability. Examples include weapons, ammunition, explosives, controlled substances, radioactive materials, hazardous materials or wastes, or precious metals.

2.1.45 Service Calls.

Service calls are One-Time/On-call Services done by COR to require a standard service requirements, such as replenishing of restroom supplies from the contractor..

2.1.46 Soil.

Includes, but is not limited to dust, dirt, stains, grease, smudges, streaks, spots, lint, or odors. Soil can be removed chemically, mechanically, or by a combination of both.

Mechanical soil removal is removing soil with a machine such as a vacuum cleaner.

Chemical soil removal is removing soil with a liquid that contains cleaning agents such as detergents, surfactants, and emulsifiers. The combination of chemical and mechanical methods such as an automatic floor-scrubbing machine uses the chemical method to breakdown and loosen soil then the mechanical method picks up and carries the soil away. Which soil removal method is used depends on the cleaning objectives and on size, location, and type of surface to be cleaned and is determined by the Contractor.

2.1.47 Spill Plan.

A plan designed to identify steps to prevent a discharge of one or more hazardous substances that adversely impact, or threaten to adversely impact, human health, welfare, or the environment and requires an immediate response.

2.1.48 Spray Buffing.

Procedure to apply a light coat of wax to maintain the waxed floor after removing minor scratches and scuffmarks.

2.1.49 Spot Cleaning.

A spot is defined as approximately 12” x 12”. Carpet surfaces shall be free of removable spots, soiled traffic patterns, debris, gum, and crusted materials. Cleaning small areas of carpet by vacuuming, hot water extraction, or shampooing due to accumulation of dirt or soil on heavy traffic patterns or due to leaks or spillage on small areas of floor surface.

Spot cleaning is also removal of spots from walls, ceilings, and floors, utilizing compatible, surface appropriate, techniques and solutions.

2.1.50 Stairwell Cleaning.

Is the COR replenishing the supplies? ‘

Modified

Cleaning to standard of stairwells in PWS covered buildings. This process includes the cleaning of steps, landings, walls, and handrails.

2.1.51 Stripping.

The removal of floor finishes down to the flooring material. Appropriate grade synthetic nylon floor maintenance pads or brushes may be used on resilient floors.

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