Web_Editor-Developer-SOW_.pdf

STATEMENT OF WORK

Non-Personal Service Web Editor-Developer

1.0 Introduction

The Office of Cuba Broadcasting (OCB), has a requirement for Web Editors - Developers

(hereinafter referred to as “Contractor”) to provide non-personal services as described below. The work shall be performed on an hourly basis. The work shall be performed on a

Fixed-Price-Labor-Hour basis. The Contractor’s rate shall include overhead (e.g., benefits), general and administrative(G&A), and profit. The Contractor shall be responsible for meeting all obligations under the term of this purchase order (PO). The contractor shall at all times adhere to the standards and principles in the Voice of

America Journalistic Code and shall request pre-approval before engaging in outside speaking and writing that might give rise to an actual or perceived violation of the Code.

2.0 Scope of Work

The Contractor shall perform the following work at OCB (4201 NW 77 th

Ave. Miami, Fl.

33166) unless otherwise mutually agreed to by the Contracting Officer. It is the responsibility of the contractor to possess adequate equipment to perform duties off site.

2.1 Contractor shall perform the following services upon direction of the Contracting

Officers Representative (COR):

Requirements:

The Web Editor-Developer shall be tasked with the development and design of major and minor Web applications and components for internal and external digital communications. The Web Editor-Developer shall design, develop, test and deliver web sites, applications, and components enhancements and defect resolution. The Web

Editor-Developer shall create web applications and components from the requirements stage, including design and testing, through production and deployment. The Web

Editor-Developer reviews and ensures that all elements of the website are up-to-date and functioning and suggests and implements innovations to increase the effectiveness of the site: areas of innovation include web news presentation, accessibility, comprehensiveness, interaction with other sections of the site, and interactivity with web site visitors.

The Contractor shall at all times adhere to the standards and principles in the Voice of

America Journalistic Code and shall request pre-approval before engaging in outside speaking and writing that might give rise to an actual or perceived violation of the Code.

Performance Threshold:

The Web Editor-Developer shall properly complete all daily tasks. These daily tasks include but are not limited to: maintaining and managing the website, applications, and related digital platforms components (fails not more than once per week); providing weekly reports about the performance of the website (fails not more than once per week).

Method of Surveillance:

The Web Editor-Developer’s work involves independent planning and carrying out all phases of the work assignments, and will work with supervisor (Director of Digital Media or designee) to develop specific project goals, deadlines and production methods.

Completed work is to be reviewed by Director of Digital Media and Social Strategy.

3.0 Government Furnished Property, Facilities Services or Information

The Government will furnish office space, expendable supplies, and equipment (e.g., PC with Lan connection, camera, laptop, fax and telephone) if necessary solely for the

Contractor’s use while performing the work prescribed herein.

4.0 Time of Performance and Purchase Order Term

OCB is a 24/7 news/program operation and the schedule will vary depending on the need of the government. Normal duty hours will be (Monday through Friday, subject to change). Weekends and Federal holidays may be required based on the needs of the government.

The term of this purchase order shall be from February 1, 2014 thru April 31, 2014 with two (2), 3 month option periods.

Additional services in excess of the total estimated amount may be requested provided upon the mutual consent of the parties as indicated by the offer and acceptance of additional orders. The Agency may terminate this purchase order at its convenience at any time if services are no longer needed or in the event of unsatisfactory performance or improper conduct on the part of the Contractor.

5.0 Submission of Deliverables

To be submitted to the COR for acceptance in accordance with OCB standards. The time of delivery will be determined by the COR based on the needs of the government.

6.0 Submission of Invoices

(a) The Contractor shall submit an original monthly invoice to the COR or the person identified in Block 21 of the OF-347 at the address listed below:

Office of Cuba Broadcasting

4201 NW 77

th

Avenue

Miami, Florida 33166

Attn: Humberto Castello

(b) The Contractor’s monthly invoice shall list: (a) the number of hours submitted and accepted.

(c) Pursuant to the Prompt Payment Act, OCB will pay the invoice within 30 days of either: (1) receipt of the invoice or (2) acceptance of services; whichever is later.

7.0 Building Access/ID Card Contractor shall enter the main entrance of OCB Building and report to the Security Manager, and submit a request for a OCB ID card via the Contractor Verification System (CVS). Upon verification and notification of an approved application, the contractor will report to the Security Manager’s officer for issuance of an ID Card. Days and hours of availability daily Monday-Friday. This ID Card must be carried at all times while performing duties and must be used to access OCB Building

7.1 NOTE: If contractor fails to pass a security background check, the contract will be terminated.

8.0 Award Duration: The period of performance is anticipated to start November 1, 2014 through October 31, 2015. This will include a base period of three (3) months and three (3) option periods of three (3) months each.

9.0 Business Ethics and Conduct: The Contractor shall conduct itself with the highest degree of integrity and honesty and during the term of its relationship with the Agency shall maintain a satisfactory record of integrity and business ethics in accordance with the VOA Journalis tic Code. See attached VOA Journalistic Code.

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