B08 TA26 PWS BLS.pdf

AUG 23

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

Palau Base Life Support

Part 1 General Information

1. General: This is a non-personal service(s) contract under which the personnel rendering the service(s) 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.

1.1 Description of Services/Introduction: This is a non-personal service(s) contract to provide Base Life Support to US government personnel.

1.2 Background: US Forces consistently require Base Life Support (BLS) services in the Palau. BLS service requirements are anticipated to continue. A BLS purchase order will allow the Government and Contractors fulfil these anticipated requirements more effectively.

1.3 Scope: The Contractor shall provide non-personal service(s). The Contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, and other items necessary to perform services as described in the PWS and associated contract documents, except for those items specified in Part 3 Government Property and Services (or those items identified at the Order). The Contractor shall perform to the standards and acceptable quality levels identified in this PWS and associated contract documents.

1.3.1 Specific services for this Base Life Support contract include, but are not limited to, portable latrines, hand wash stations, indoor/outdoor lighting, power generation, air conditioning, fans, tentage, laundry, material handling equipment, ambulance, sandbags, tables and chairs and other furniture, trash/waste/hazmat storage and removal.

1.3.2 Due to the volatility of US Army Military Exercises and Operations, contractors must remain flexible to changes in the periods of performance, quantities, and potential for the addition/reduction of services within the general scope of the contract. Contractors will provide individual unit pricing at the Order level in their quotes to facilitate these changes.

1.4 Objectives: The objective is to provide US Government personnel base life support identified at the individual order or on this contract.

1.5 General Information:

1.5.1 Quality Control Plan (QCP): The contractor’s existing quality assurance system shall be utilized in accordance with FAR 12.208.

1.5.1.1 Reserved.

1.5.1.2 The Contractor shall inform the COR, if applicable, or Contract Specialist otherwise, of issues or potential issues that might affect the performance within two (2) hours of identifying those issues. Verbal reports shall be followed up by written reports within 1 day of discoverance of the issue.

1.5.2 Quality Assurance: The Government will evaluate the Contractor’s performance under this contract in accordance with the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP). This plan is primarily focused on what the Government must do to ensure that the Contractor has performed in accordance with the performance standards. It defines how the performance standards will be applied, the frequency of surveillance, and the acceptable quality levels (performance thresholds).

1.5.3 Recognized Holidays: The following provides information on recognized holidays for the purpose of the PWS. If submittal of any documentation (e.g. deliverables, submittals, etc.)

deadlines fall on a holiday, the closest work day prior to the holiday will apply as the deadline for submittal.

1.5.3.1 U.S. Holidays: Work shall be performed on U.S. federally recognized holidays occurring during the normal workweek unless otherwise directed by the Contracting Officer.

1.5.3.2 Host Nation Holidays: Work shall be performed on local Host Nation holidays unless otherwise directed by the Contracting Officer.

1.5.4 Operating Hours: The Government facility office hours, facility operating hours, and the Contractor support hour requirements often coincide, however, they may differ. Please refer to the following.

1.5.4.1 Government Facility Office Hours: Reserved.

1.5.4.2 Government Facility Operating Hours: Reserved.

1.5.4.3 Contractor Support Hours: The Contractor shall maintain an adequate workforce at all times, 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 is essential. See Part 5 of the PWS for specifics; coordinate with the Contracting Officer Representative (COR), if applicable, for scheduling during contract performance.

1.5.4.3.1 Contractor Work Plan: Reserved.

1.5.5 Training Holidays: Reserved.

1.5.6 Place of Performance: The work under this purchase order will be performed at any location in the Palau as specified in Order Form. Each order will specify the particular location.

1.6 Security Requirements: The following information is provided on security related matters.

1.6.1 Security Program: Reserved.

1.6.2 Personnel Security Clearance Requirements: Reserved.

1.6.3 Installation Access: Access to U.S. and Host Nation installations, buildings and controlled areas is limited to personnel who meet security criteria and are authorized. Failure to submit required information/data and obtain required documentation or clearances will be grounds for denying access to installations, buildings and controlled areas. The Contractor shall ensure that any subcontractors used in performance of this contract complies with these requirements and that all employees, of both the Contractor and any subcontractor utilized by the Contractor, are made aware of and comply with these requirements. The Contractor is required to provide the name and copy of photo identification for all contractors conducting work on each camp within 1.5.6 Place of Performance above. Contractor will be required to show proof of identification before being granted access. Contractors are advised that badging for citizens/residents of certain countries is restricted or unavailable. Contractors must contact the Badging Office to obtain a list of restricted countries and any applicable waiver processes.

The contractor is responsible for all required coordination with host nation and local military and authorities, to obtain base passes or Area Passes that provide appropriate access for their drivers and vehicles to military facilities. Should the contractor have difficulty obtaining the necessary passes, they must contact the Contracting Officer immediately.

1.6.3.1 Installation Pass Log: Reserved.

1.6.3.2 Individual Termination or Expiration of Employment: Reserved.

1.6.3.3 Contract Termination or Cancellation: Upon termination or cancellation of this contract, the Contractor shall collect all outstanding installation access passes, if applicable, and return them to the issuing office within 3 days.

1.6.3.4 Common Access Cards (CAC) and CAC Log: Reserved.

1.6.4 Background Checks: Reserved.

1.6.4.1 U.S. Citizen: Reserved.

1.6.4.2 Local Nationals and Third Country Nationals: Reference 1.24.1 for compliance with host nation and local laws.

1.6.5 Physical Security: The Contractor shall safeguard their own equipment without the assistance of the US Government.

1.6.6 Operations Security (OPSEC) Requirements: Contractor personnel shall adhere to facility security policies and restrictions. The Contractor shall immediately report suspicious activities to security personnel.

1.7 Key Control: Reserved.

1.8 Post Award Conference/Periodic Progress Meetings: The Contractor shall attend any post award conference convened by the contracting activity or contract administration office in accordance with FAR Subpart 42.5. 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 shall 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.

1.8.1 The Contractor shall attend, participate in, and furnish input to scheduled and unscheduled meetings, conferences, and briefings that relate to the functions and services herein as required by the Government to provide effective communication and impart necessary information. The Contract Manager or designated representative shall attend meetings as requested by the Government. Meeting attendees shall at times include Contractor managerial, supervisory, and other personnel knowledgeable of the subject matter.

Meetings may start or end outside of regular duty hours.

1.9 Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR): Refer to Part 2 of this PWS for the definition of a COR. As determined by the Contracting Officer, a COR will be appointed and identified by letter of designation, a copy of which will be provided to the Contractor by the Contracting Officer. The designation letter 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. The COR monitors all technical aspects of the contract and assists in contract administration. The COR is not authorized to obligate the Government. If the work is not written in the contract, the COR is not authorized to request new work. 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, specifications, monitor Contractor's performance and notifies both the Contracting Officer and Contractor of any deficiencies, coordinate availability of Government property, and coordinate site entry of Contractor personnel.

1.10 Key Personnel: The following personnel are considered key personnel by the Government: the contractor’s lead contract manager and/or site manager. Key personnel MUST be fluent in English in both spoken, listening, and written form.

1.11 Identification of Contractor Employees: All Contractor personnel attending meetings, answering Government telephones, and working in other situations where their Contractor status is not obvious to third parties must identify themselves, to include proper marking of signature blocks in correspondence, to avoid creating an impression in the minds of members of the public that they are Government officials. The Contractor shall ensure that all documents or reports, produced by Contractors are suitably marked as Contractor products or that Contractor participation is appropriately disclosed.

1.12.1 Reserved.

1.12.2 Reserved.

1.13 Contractor Travel: Any contractor travel is done so at the expense of the contractor.

1.14 Other Direct Costs (ODCs): Reserved.

1.15 Data Rights: Reserved.

1.16 Non-Disclosure Requirements: Reserved.

1.17 Protection of Government and Contract Information: Per Public Use Notice of Limitations stated by Defense imagery Management operations Center and contained at www.dimoc.mil/resources/limitations/ , the Contractor shall not cite any information (e.g., contract information, pictures, locations, etc.) obtained through this contract on any hard copy or digital marketing tools to include its company website.

1.18 Non-Disclosure Statements: Reserved.

1.19 Organizational Conflict of Interest (OCI): Reserved.

1.20 Phase In /Phase Out Period: Reserved.

1.21 Safety: The following provides information pertaining to Safety and Accident Prevention:

All contracted personnel shall comply with the Army Safety Program AR 385-10 and DA PAM 385-10. The contractor shall ensure that each employee is equipped with U.S. and Host Nation Safety equipment including but not limited to: protective clothing, eye protection and hearing protection in accordance with (IAW) Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 29 Part 1910 (OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARDS). They must adhere to any additional host nation and local standards imposed on the contractor that are in addition to the U.S. standards listed in the CFR above.

1.21.1 Safety Laws and Regulations: The Contractor shall comply with FAR 52.236-13, Accident Prevention (November 1991), the references contained therein, as well as all applicable Host Nation Safety Laws and Regulations.

1.22 Environmental Compliance: The contract shall adhere to all host nation environmental laws, to include, but not limited to, the proper disposal of hazardous materials.

1.22.1 Environmental Compliance Plan and Program: Reserved.

1.23 Required Training: Reserved.

1.24 Responsibilities: The Contractor shall assume total responsibility for all requirements stated herein on the commencement date of the performance period. The Contractor shall perform as specified in this Contract and under the direction of the Contracting Officer (KO).

1.24.1 Work Responsibility: The Contractor shall perform all work and assume responsibility for planning, programming, administering, managing, and executing all functions necessary to provide the services specified in this PWS. The Contractor shall conduct work in accordance with this PWS and all applicable United States (U.S.), Host Nation, and local laws, regulations, standards, provisions, and directives to include applicable publications in Part 5. The Contractor shall ensure that all work meets the level of service, performance standards, or tolerances specified in the PWS or in applicable referenced documents. Some services under this Contract may be performed at designated facilities, or portions of installations, by in-house Government personnel or by other contractors.

1.24.2 Administrative Responsibility: The Contractor shall perform all related administrative actions required to provide services or perform work such as material requisitioning, quality control (QC), financial control, meetings, and correspondence. The Contractor shall also maintain accurate and complete records, files, and libraries of documents to include all U.S., Host Nation, and local regulations, standards, provisions, codes, laws, technical manuals, and manufacturers’ instructions and recommendations that are necessary and related to the functions being performed. The Contractor shall compile historical data, prepare required reports, and submit information as specified by the Deliverable Schedule.

1.25 Liability: The U.S. Government accepts no liability for the actions of the Contractor or his employees and/or agents.

PART 2

DEFINITIONS & ACRONYMS

2. Definitions and Acronyms

2.1 Definitions: Although not inclusive of every term used within this PWS, the following provides a list of definitions used throughout this PWS and commonly used in the acquisition field.

Contracting Officer – means a person with the 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.

Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) – As defined in DFARS 202.101, means an individual designated and authorized in writing by the Contracting Officer to perform specific technical or administrative functions. DoD Instruction (DoDI) 5000.72, Part II Definitions states the following when defining a COR: “Defined in subpart 202.101 of Reference (f). Any individual delegated responsibilities pursuant to subpart 1.602-2 of Reference (e), regardless of local terminology, must be certified in accordance with this instruction. For example, local terminology can be COR, Contracting Officer’s technical representative, technical point of contact, technical representative, alternate COR, administrative COR, assistant COR, line item manager, task order manager, quality assurance personnel, quality assurance evaluator, or COR management.” In addition, Army Regulation 70-13, Chapter 2, paragraph 2-2g, states, in part, the following when providing other surveillance support personnel to assist the COR when needed, “…These other surveillance support personnel may serve as on-site representatives of the COR in performance of actual contract surveillance if they meet all COR requirements and have been appointed by the Contracting Officer as alternate CORs.”

Contractor – means 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.

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

Day – means, unless otherwise specified, a calendar day.

Defective Service – means a service output that does not meet the standard of performance associated with the Performance Work Statement.

Deliverable – means anything that can be physically delivered, but may include non-manufactured things such as meeting minutes or reports.

Government-furnished Property – As reflected in FAR 52.245-1, Government-furnished Property “means property in the possession of, or directly acquired by, the Government and subsequently furnished to the Contractor for performance of a contract. Government-furnished property includes, but is not limited to, spares and property furnished for repair, maintenance, overhaul, or modification. Government-furnished property also includes contractor-acquired property if the contractor-acquired property is a deliverable under a cost contract when accepted by the Government for continued use under the contract

Government Property - means all property owned or leased by the Government. Government property includes both Government-furnished 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.

Property Administrator - means an authorized representative of the Contracting Officer appointed in accordance with agency procedures, responsible for administering the contract requirements and obligations relating to Government property in the possession of a Contractor.

High Level Objective (HLO) – means a key overarching result-based objective for a project necessary to achieve the project’s vision. HLOs are similar to Level 2 in a Work Breakdown Structure. Each HLO may contain several statements to flesh out the areas necessary to meet the objective.

Physical Security – means that part of security concerned with physical measures designed to safeguard personnel; to prevent unauthorized access to equipment, installations, material, and documents; and to safeguard against espionage, sabotage, damage, and theft.

Quality Assurance – (or Government contract quality assurance) means the various functions, including, inspection, performed by the Government to determine whether a Contractor has fulfilled the contract obligations pertaining to quality and quantity.

Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) – means the key Government-developed surveillance process document, and is applied to Performance-Based Service Contracting (PBSC). The QASP is used for managing Contractor performance assessment by ensuring that systematic quality assurance methods validate that Contractor quality control efforts are timely, effective, and are delivering the results specified in the contract or task order. The QASP directly corresponds to the performance objectives and standards (i.e., quality, quantity, timeliness) specified in the Performance Work Statement (PWS). It provides specific details on how the Government will survey, observe, test, sample, evaluate, and document Contractor performance results to determine if the Contractor has met the required standards for each objective in the PWS. The QASP, with very few if any exceptions, is an internal to Government document.

Quality Control – means all necessary measures taken by the Contractor to assure that the quality of an end product or service shall meet contract requirements.

Statement – means the specific results-based activities required to satisfy HLOs. A statement contains a result, the context of the statement, and the required action(s). Statements focus on “what” is to be accomplished; however they are not prescriptive in describing “how” the outcome is to be achieved. Each HLO may have several statements to flesh out the areas necessary to meet the objective. Statements are similar to Level 3 in a Work Breakdown Structure.

Subcontractor – means one that enters into a contract with a prime Contractor. The Government does not have privity of contract with the subcontractor.

Work Day - The number of hours per day the Contractor provides services in accordance with the contract.

Work Week - Monday through Friday, unless otherwise specified.

2.2 Acronyms: Although not inclusive of every term used within this PWS, or that may be included in an acquisition, the following provides a list of acronyms commonly used in the acquisition field.

ACOR Alternate Contracting Officer's Representative AE Army in Europe AFARS Army Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement AHA Activity Hazard Analysis AOR Area of Responsibility AR Army Regulation AT Anti-terrorism ATCTS Army Training Certification Tracking System CAC Common Access Card CCE Contracting Center of Excellence CFE Conventional Forces Europe CFR Code of Federal Regulations CONUS Continental United States (excludes Alaska and Hawaii) COR Contracting Officer’s Representative COTS Commercial-Off-the-Shelf DA Department of the Army DD250 Department of Defense Form 250 (Receiving Report) DD254 Department of Defense Contract Security Requirement List DFARS Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement DMDC Defense Manpower Data Center DoD Department of Defense FAR Federal Acquisition Regulation FRG Federal Republic of Germany GFP Government Furnished Property HLO High Level Objective HIPAA Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 IA Information Awareness IAC Installation Access Control IACO Installation Access Control Office ID Identification

IGCE Independent Government Cost Estimate IT Information Technology JTR Joint Travel Regulation JPAS Joint Personnel Adjudication System KO Contracting Officer OCI Organizational Conflict of Interest OCONUS Outside Continental United States (includes Alaska and Hawaii) ODC Other Direct Costs OPSEC Operations Security PA Property Administrator PII Personally Identifiable Information 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 Program RA Requiring Activity RCO Regional Contracting Office SIGE Safety and Health Protection Plan TE Technical Exhibit USAG United States Army Garrison USAREUR United States Army Europe UOM Unit of Measure

PART 3

GOVERNMENT PROPERTY (GP) AND SERVICES

3. Government Property and Services:

The contractor is solely responsible to provide the necessary services, facilities, utilities, equipment, and so forth in order to meet the requirements in this contract.

3.1 Services: N/A

3.2 Facilities: N/A

3.3 Utilities: N/A

3.4 Equipment: N/A

3.5 Special Tooling and Test Equipment: N/A

3.6 Materials: N/A

3.7 Training: N/A

3.8 Common Access Cards (CAC): N/A

PART 4

CONTRACTOR FURNISHED ITEMS AND SERVICES

4. Contractor Furnished Property and Services

4.1 General: The Contractor shall furnish all personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, and other items necessary to perform services as described in the PWS and associated contract documents, except for those items specified in Part 3 Government Property and Services.

4.2 Secret Facility Clearance: Reference paragraph 4.1.

4.3 Materials: Reference paragraph 4.1.

4.4 Vehicles and Equipment: Reference paragraph 4.1.

PART 5

SPECIFIC TASKS

5.1 Basic Services: The Contractor shall provide services for Base Life Support.

5.2 Tasks: Tasks consist of the following sub paragraphs. The equipment that may be used to provide the required service includes, but is not limited to, the pictured examples shown for each task. The contractor may provide an alternative solution that meets the requirements.

The contractors are encouraged to provide the most efficient and cost effective solution.

5.2.1 Portable Latrines: The contractor shall provide latrine and related services. Includes, but is not limited to, Western Style Portable Toilet with seat, daily cleaning, and 3 rolls of toilet paper per day. Contractor will adhere to country requirements for Portable Toilets of either Chemical or non-Chemical.

(a) STD: Western Style Portable Chemical Toilet specifications include Chemical Toilet, Close type with seat and lid, without contact of the sewage by the user, with disinfectant liquid (minimum 3 Gallons). The cabin shall have ventilation openings. The doors shall be gender proof, and spring locked showing if the toilet is in use/occupied. It should also have a locking latch from the inside. Flooring shall be non/slipping. Latrines shall be in good and serviceable condition, without holes, cracks, or leaks. Latrines will have a designated place and holder for the toilet paper. Units shall be free of debris, mold, film, scum, algae, plants, or animals.

(b) STD: The Contractor shall be responsible for placing the latrines in a safe and secure manner at the designated locations. Portable latrines will be emplaced and secured in order to prevent tipping or falling over. The contractor shall be liable for any damages to that may arise caused by the failure to properly place and secure the latrines. Defective latrines will be rejected by the government and replaced by the vendor at no expense to the government.

(c) STD: Portable latrines shall be cleaned and emptied daily of all waste. All supplies (toilet paper, etc.) will be replenished at time of daily service. Portable latrines shall be removed of all necessary black water and trash in accordance with local law. Pump, clean (spray (wash) out interior with clean water) and disinfect all surfaces of latrines every day.

Recharge chemical in the holding tank (3 gallons minimum). All costs of waste disposal shall be included with the service.

(d) Ordering. Unit of Measure (UM): Quantity of Latrines. The Quantity will be specified on the Order Form.

Example Latrines

5.2.2 Hand Washing Stations. Contractor shall provide Hand Washing Stations and related services for hand washing and grooming activities; includes, but is not limited to, water supply and removal, daily cleaning, soap at each one and paper towels.

(a) STD: System should be completely self- contained, without sewer or plumbing connection required. Shall include paper towels and soap dispensers. Water shall be clean non-potable water. Units will be free of dirt, debris, mold, film, scum, algae, plants, or animals;

water source resupplied as appropriate, repair or replacement as necessary. Contractor shall provide a source for clean water and a separate tank for gray water. Hand washing stations shall be in good and serviceable condition, without holes, cracks, or leaks.

(b) STD: Contractor shall conduct daily cleaning to include cleaning of the stations, replacement of paper towels, and restocking of soap. Contractor shall ensure the hand wash stations area and surroundings is free of trash, debris and safety hazards in order to avoid tripping hazards, attract bugs, mosquitos, insects, diseases and sanitation issues.

(c) STD: Gray Water Removal. Contractor shall ensure the hand wash stations area and surroundings is free of gray water in order to avoid tripping hazards, attract bugs, mosquitos, insects, other animals, diseases and sanitation issues. No standing gray water from the hand wash stations will be allowed around the soldiers traffic area, soldiers tents, or military equipment. All gray water will be disposed as often as needed to avoid spillage from the gray water tanks. Gray water shall be disposed on an authorized area coordinated for by the contractor in order to avoid mosquitos, diseases, and negative impact on the environment.

If a contractor desires to use a solution for Gray Water removal that does not include gray water tanks, it must be approved by the KO. Contractor is responsible for all transportation vehicles and inclusive of drivers, fuel, tolls, parking and all other fees to transport clean water and to dispose gray water.

(d) Ordering. Unit of Measure (UM): Quantity of Faucets. The Quantity will be specified

Example Hand Wash Stations (QTY of 3)

5.2.3. Overhead Cover. The contractor shall provide overhead cover structures for purposes identified in the Order form, including but not limited to dining shade, work areas, equipment protection, troop assembly, and general weather protection. Requirement includes all materials, anchoring, hardware, and accessories necessary to provide safe, stable overhead cover.

(a) STD: Structural Requirements. The contractor shall provide all-weather overhead cover constructed with fire-retardant material, a rigid or tensioned frame, and proper anchoring to prevent uplift or collapse. The structure shall maintain safe clearance height, prevent water pooling, and include two serviceable 5 LB fire extinguisher.

(b) STD: Capability Requirements. The contractor shall size and configure overhead cover to support the purpose identified in the Pricing Sheet/Order, including required PAX, equipment footprint, and activity. Minimum clearance is 8 ft unless otherwise specified.

(c) STD: Safety Requirements. The contractor shall maintain safe installation by complying with manufacturer windload ratings, conducting daily inspections and postweather checks, and correcting hazards such as loose anchors, sagging fabric, or compromised frames.

(d) STD: Anchoring: Contractor will adhere digging requirements and if digging is not allowed, the anchors will have to be concrete, sand bags, or like items that are capable securing cover in inclement weather.

(e) STD: Ordering. The Unit of Measure is one overhead cover structure or capability as specified in the Order. Capability may include size, purpose, lighting, power, flooring, or other features identified in the Order form.

5.2.4 Power Generation. The Contractor shall provide power generation and related services for the specifications identified at the Order form. The Contractor is required to provide the specified power 24/7 unless specified otherwise in the Order form. Includes, but is not limited to, fueling/refueling, all cabling/accessories necessary to provide services, and HAZMAT disposal.

(a) STD: Generator set shall be rated for continuous prime power, shall have an output rated at 120V, 3-wire, 60 hertz, with a maximum voltage drop of 5% and a rated temperature rise of no more than 105C. The generator set must also be of the lowest decibel noise capability possible. Generator will be tested for compliance with most current US National Electric Code (NEC) / National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) standards.

(b) STD: Cabling - The feeder cables from generator shall be sized IAW NEC / IEC guidelines. All cables shall be protected by watertight 100mm thick-wall PVC conduit. Conduit ends shall be sealed to prevent the intrusion of moisture or rodents. Conduit sections shall be joined continuously using couplings approved for the conduit, and sections shall be prepared and cleaned per the manufacturer’s specifications before gluing. Conduit may run directly on the ground, however, it shall not be run in drainage trenches or across vehicle or pedestrian pathways. If cabling is absolutely required to run where vehicle or pedestrian traffic may occur, the conduit will be protected with ramps or linebackers, and clearly marked with “High Voltage” Signs. The test shall be conducted under load.

(c) STD: Power Distribution - From the transformer, applicable cabling and distribution boxes to split the power in multiple directions and enable its use through conventional three prong power chords.

(d) STD: Breaker Box - The Contractor shall provide 35A Breaker Box per generator with the appropriate cords providing voltage stepdown from 220V to 120V capability. The Breaker Box should outdoor rated and covered from the elements. The amount and length of the chords will be determined by the contractor to power the equipment specified at the Order form, or the amount and length of chords will be specified at the Order form.

(e) STD: Portable Transformers - The Contractor shall provide 120V to 220V 3KW portable transformers for each Generator. The Contractor shall also have a sufficient number of replacement fuses on site. The Contractor shall have the transformers available for use;

however, the Contractor will only charge the Government for the actual use of the transformers. The on-site POC will coordinate with the Contractor if and when the transformers are required. Supplemental Power Supplies; The Contractor shall provide 25 U.S. (three prong) to EURO Electric AC Wall Plug adapters and 25 U.S. (three prong) to EURO Electric AC power strips

(f) STD: Testing - The Contractor shall test each generator in the presence of the

Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). The test shall include running the generators in parallel (if necessary) to verify synchronization and proper voltage and frequency, and running the generators under the tent load to verify that all building systems such as lights and receptacles work properly when connected to the leased generators. Generator will be tested for compliance with most current US National Electric Code (NEC) / National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) standards.

(g) STD: Electrical Standards. Adhere to all standards in Para 5.2.4 and 5.5.

(h) STD: Fuel - The contractor is solely responsible for fueling to ensure continuous operations.

(i) STD: HAZMAT - The Contractor shall adhere to paragraph 5.6.

(j) Ordering. Unit of Measure (UM): Quantity of Generators and/or Capability Specified in the Order. If the order Specifies the size and quantity of the generators, the amount and length of chords will be specified in the Order Form. The amount of chords and length specified will be per Generator Unit. If the Order Form specifies the purpose/required capability of the Power Generation and/or the equipment that the contractor shall power, the amount and length of the chords will be determined by the contractor to power the capability/equipment specified. The UM of specified Generator Capability will always be 1.

Example Power Generation

5.2.5 Light Set. Contractor shall provide light set and other related services. Includes, but is not limited to, power source, fueling/refueling if applicable, cables and necessary equipment to provide services, and HAZMAT removal if applicable.

(a) STD: Light Set will include adjustable heights as well as adjustable direction light heads. Each Light head will provide 30,000 Lumens at a minimum.

(b) STD: Lights will be emplaced and secured in order to prevent tipping or falling.

(c) STD: Electrical. All electrical standards will adhere to Para 5.5.

(d) STD: Generators. If applicable, all generator standards will adhere to 5.2.4.

(e) Ordering. Unit of Measure (UM): Quantity of light sets. The Quantity will be specified

Example Light Sets

5.2.6 Portable Work Container. The contractor shall provide portable work containers for use as temporary workspace, storage, administrative areas, or other functions identified in the

Pricing Sheet/Order. Includes, but is not limited to, doors, windows, locking mechanisms, interior lighting, electrical outlets, A/C, and all accessories required to provide safe, functional workspace.

(a) STD: Structural Standard. Containers shall be weather resistant-, structurally sound, level, and secure. Each container shall include one serviceable 5LB fire extinguisher and have functional doors, operable windows (if provided), and locking capability.

(a) STD: Capability Standard. Containers shall accommodate the purpose identified in the Pricing Sheet/Order, including required personnel, equipment footprint, and administrative or storage function.

(a) STD: Power Generation Standard. Power generation requirements shall be identified in the Pricing Sheet/Order and provided IAW Para 5.5 and 5.2.4. Electrical outlets and lighting shall meet the capability ordered.

(a) STD: Air Conditioning Standard. A/C requirements shall be identified in the Pricing Sheet/Order and provided IAW Para 5.2.8.

(a) STD: Lighting Standard. Lighting requirements shall be identified in the Pricing Sheet/Order and provided IAW Para 5.2.10.

(a) STD: Ordering. Unit of Measure (UM) is the quantity of containers and/or capability specified in the Order. UM of specified container capability will always be 1. Capability may include A/C, lighting, purpose, and power generation.

Example Work Container

5.2.7 Coolers. The contractor shall provide coolers only as required. This requirement does not include ice, ice delivery, or any ice related services. The customer will supply all ice.

(a) STD: Coolers provided under this requirement shall be clean, free of leaks, cracks, or damage, and suitable for storing customer provided- ice. Each cooler shall have a minimum internal capacity of approximately 130 liters (95 quarts). Coolers shall include lids and all components necessary for normal use. The contractor shall deliver the required coolers in the quantities specified in the order.

(b) Ordering. Unit of Measure (UM): Quantity of coolers.

Example Cooler

5.2.8 Air Conditioning with Power Generation. The contractor shall provide air conditioning and other related services. Includes, but is not limited to, power generation and all cabling/accessories necessary to provide services.

(a) STD: Contractor shall provide air conditioning services with a/c systems that are free-standing to cool the area specified at the Order form between 68 to 76 degrees Fahrenheit. The Contractor shall not provide a window unit or similar, unless specified at the Order form. A/C shall run on 220V power.

(e) STD: Air Conditioning units will be emplaced and secured in order to prevent tipping or falling over.

(b) STD: Electrical. All electrical standards will adhere to Para 5.5.

(c) STD: Generators. If applicable, all generator standards will adhere to 5.2.4.

(k) Ordering. Unit of Measure (UM): Quantity of Air Conditioners and/or Capability

Specified in the Order. If Capability is specified, the size of the space requiring cooling will be specified. UM of specified A/C Capability will always be 1.

Example of Air Conditioning

5.2.9 Industrial Fans. The contractor shall provide Industrial Fans and other related services.

Includes, but is not limited to, the fan and all cabling/accessories necessary to provide services.

(a) STD: Contractor shall provide a free standing fan system capable of providing cool air. Fans shall run on 220V power.

(b) Ordering. Unit of Measure (UM): Quantity of Fans. The Quantity will be specified at the Order. The length of power chord will be established in the Order Form.

Example of Industrial Fan

5.2.10 Indoor Lighting. The contractor shall provide Indoor lighting and other related services. Includes, but is not limited to, indoor lighting, lights, and all cabling/accessories necessary to provide services.

(a) STD: Contractor shall provide indoor lighting to provide lighting to the area specified at the Order form. If an area is specified at the Order form, the contractor is responsible for assessing the size of the chords.

(b) If no specified area or requested capability is identified in the order, and only a quantity of lights is specified at the Order form, the Order form will specify the amount and length of chords. If a Quantity of light sets is specified at the Order form, the lights will provide 370 lumens at a minimum.

(c) Ordering. Unit of Measure (UM): Quantity of Indoor Light Sets or Lighting

Capability. If the quantity of Indoor light sets is specified in the Order, the number and length of power chord will be established in the Order. The amount of chords and length specified will be per light set. If the Order specifies the purpose/required capability of lighting, the amount and length of the chords will be determined by the contractor to provide the capability.

The UM of specified Lighting Capability will always be 1.

Example Light Set

5.2.11 Chairs, Tables, Heavy Duty Tables, and other Furniture. The contractor shall provide chairs, tables, heavy duty tables, furniture rentals and other related services. Drop off and set up is included unless otherwise specified at the Order form.

(a) STD: Chair must be foldable and capable of supporting 225 lbs unless otherwise stated in the order form. Tables must be 6’x2.5’ foldable made of solid plastic material that hold up to 250 lbs unless otherwise stated at the Order form. Heavy-Duty must be 6’x2’ made out of solid material capable of holding up to 500lbs unless otherwise stated at the Pricing Sheet/Order. Other furniture requirements (e.g. lockers, desks, etc.) will be specified at the Pricing Sheet/Order.

(b) Ordering. Unit of Measure (UM): Quantity of Furniture by type. The Quantity will be specified in the Order. If furniture other than Chairs, Tables, or Heavy Duty Tables is required, the furniture type will be specified in the Order.

Example of Chair, Table, and Heavy Duty Table

5.2.12 Tents with/without A/C and Power Generation. The contractor shall provide tents and related services for various purposes specified in the Order to include, but not limited to, storage, workspace, and sleeping areas. Includes, but is not limited to, power generation, power outlets, lights, A/C, fueling/refueling, all cabling/accessories necessary to provide services, and HAZMAT disposal.

(f) STD: Tents shall be military in style and resistant to tears and fire. All tents must be able to repel water and prevent pooling on the roof.

(g) STD: Tents must be all weather. All tents will have 2 x 5LB fire extinguisher that are fully serviceable. Tents must include all weather durable flooring unless otherwise specified in the Order Form.

(h) STD: Tents must be free of ants, insects, pests, varmits, or animals prior to Soldiers occupying and there will be mitigations in place by the contractor to ensure the tents remain free of the above.

(i) STD: Tents shall accommodate the purpose identified in the Order Form (e.g. # of PAX, # of equipment, activity, etc.).

(j) STD: Power Generation. Power Generation requirements will be identified at the Order Form, which may include, but are not limited to, lighting, outlets, etc. All electrical requirements will be IAW Para 5.5. All Power Generation requirements will be IAW 5.2.4.

(k) STD: All power outlets will be Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI).

(l) STD: Air Conditioning. Requirements will be identified at the Order Form. All Air

Conditioning requirements will be IAW Para 5.2.8.

(m)STD: Lighting Requirements. Lighting requirements will be identified at the Order

Form. All Lighting requirements will be IAW Para 5.2.10.

(n) Ordering. Unit of Measure (UM): Quantity of tents and/or Capability Specified in the Order. UM of specified Tent Capability will always be 1. The capability may include, but is not limited to, A/C, lighting, purpose, and power generation.

5.2.13 Dumpsters and Removal. The contractor shall provide dumpster, dumpster emptying, and related services. Includes, but is not limited to, emptying of dumpsters and removal/disposal of trash.

(a) STD: Dumpsters must have a minimum size of 2.66 cubic meters. Dumpsters shall have a lid. Contractor must empty dumpster of all contents to include recyclables. Hazmat items will not be placed in the dumpster.

(b) STD: Contractor shall empty dumpsters at the frequency specified at the Call/Order form.

(c) Ordering. Unit of Measure (UM): Quantity of Dumpsters and Quantity of Dumpsters being Emptied. These UMs will be separately priced. For the Emptying line item, the quantity of times the Dumpsters are emptied will be specified in the “Days” Column on the order sheet.

For example, if the Call specifies 4 Dumpsters being emptied every day for 1 week, the UM will equal 4 and Days will equal 7.

Example Dumpster

5.2.14 Trash and Removal. The contractor shall provide trash can, removal, and related services. Includes, but is not limited to, emptying of trash cans and removal/disposal of trash.

(a) STD: Trash cans shall be a minimum of 110 liters in size. Trash cans shall include lids. Trash cans will be generally clean and free of litter upon delivery and after emptying.

(b) STD: Contractor shall empty/dispose the trash cans at the frequency specified at the

Order form.

(d) Ordering. Unit of Measure (UM): Quantity of Trash Cans and Quantity of Trash Cans Being Emptied. These UMs will be separately priced. For the Emptying line item, the quantity of times the Trash Cans are emptied will be specified in the “Days” Column on the order sheet.

For example, if the Order specifies 4 Trash cans being emptied every day for 2 weeks, the UM will equal 4 and Days will equal 14.

Example Trash Can

5.2.15 HAZMAT Disposal. The contractor shall provide temporary HAZMAT storage, disposal, and related services to isolate hazardous items in medical and other facilities.

Typical medical disposal includes, but is not limited to, blood, bodily fluid, disease/sickness tests and contaminants, common medical chemicals and solutions, oils, infections waste, batteries, or combustible material. Includes, but is not limited to, HAZMAT trash bags, HAZMAT trash cans/storage and removal/disposal.

(a) STD: HAZMAT trash bags and cans shall have a biohazard symbol or label warnings. Bags shall be puncture resistant and compatible with the HAZMAT trash can. The bags shall be in new condition, unused, and in packaging. The can shall have a step-on opener or another method to provide hands free operation. The can must be high-density polyethylene to resist rust and most chemicals. The cans must be seamless and leak proof.

The bags and cans shall be OSHA compliant for exposure to blood borne pathogens.

(b) STD: Contractor shall remove/dispose the HAZMAT trash bags at the frequency specified at the Order form. HAZMAT will be disposed of by contractors in accordance with OSHA regulations and Host Nation Law.

(c) Ordering. Unit of Measure (UM): Quantity of HAZMAT Cans and Quantity of HAZMAT Cans being Emptied. These UMs will be separately priced. For the Emptying line item, the quantity of times the HAZMAT Cans are emptied will be specified in the “Days” Column on the order sheet. For example, if the Call specifies 4 HAZMAT Cans being emptied every day for 1 week, the UM will equal 4 and Days will equal 7. The Quantity of Bags will be specified Order Form.

Example HAZMAT Disposal

5.2.16 RESERVE.

5.2.17 RESERVE.

5.2.18 RESERVE.

5.2.19 RESERVE.

5.2.20 Sandbags. The contractor shall provide filled sandbags. Includes, but is not limited to filling sandbags, delivery, emplacement, removal, and related services.

(a) The size and weight of the sandbags will be specified on the Order form. All sandbags will have a tie string. The Contractor shall fill the sandbags with sand. Sandbags will not be weathered and will be free of cracks, tears, or leaks.

(b) Sandbags will be emplaced and secured to prevent tipping and falling over

(c) Ordering. Unit of Measure (UM): Quantity of Sandbags. The Quantity will be specified in the Order. The size and weight of Sandbags will be specified in the Order Form.

“Day” will always be 1.

Example Sandbags

5.2.21 RESERVE.

5.2.22 Transportation without Driver Services: The Contractor shall provide transportation (vehicles) without driver to US government personnel.

(a) Passenger Van without driver; shall be capable of seating a minimum of fifteen

(15) passengers, shall be climate controlled capable of maintaining a comfortable temperature, heating and air conditioning system must always be fully functional.

Example of Van

(b) 4X4 Pick-up Truck (4 Doors) without driver; shall be four-wheel drive capable;

be capable of seating a minimum of four passengers, shall be climate controlled capable of maintaining a comfortable temperature, heating and air conditioning system must always be fully functional; shall be capable of traversing rough terrain and offroad conditions. This may include but limited river/stream crossings, etc.

Example of 4x4

5.3 Servicing, Maintenance, and Security: The following paragraphs are applicable to all services described in this PWS.

5.3.1 Contractor is responsible of furnishing all materials, labor, management, supervision, tools, components, supplies, services and equipment necessary to deliver, set-up, install, perform daily services, and remove the equipment required for services. All services are for 24 hours a day unless otherwise specified on the Order form. The contractor shall ensure equipment is safe, serviceable, and ready for use 24hrs per day, unless otherwise specified.

5.3.2 All equipment shall be delivered in serviceable conditions without holes, cracks, or leaks, or corrosion.

5.3.3 Repairs/Replacement. The contractor shall make necessary repairs to equipment upon identification of deficiencies. The contractor shall make repairs identified by the COR within 24 hours. The contractor shall respond to emergencies within four (4) hours when notified by the COR or contracting officer. Emergency is defined as the inability to use the service (latrine, etc) as intended or a safety concern.

5.3.4 The contractor is responsible for the security of contractor equipment.