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SOLICITATION NUMBER: DOLJ08RFP00002

EXETER Job Corps Center

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SOLICITATION NUMBER: DOLJ08RFP00002

EXETER Job Corps Center

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US DOL - OASAM

JFK Building, RM E-215

Boston, MA 02203

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JFK Building, RM E-215

Boston, MA 02203

SOLICITATION

9. Offers in original and * copies for furnishing the supplies or services in the Schedule will be received at the place in the depository specified in

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12. In compliance with the above, the undersigned agree, if this offer is accepted within calendar days (60 calendar days unless a different period is inserted by the Offeror) from the date for receipt of offers specified above, to furnish any or all items upon which prices are offered at the price set opposite each item, delivered at the designated point(s), within the time specified in the schedule.

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E. Thomas Pendleton

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

PART I: THE SCHEDULE

A.

Solicitation and Contract Form B.

Supplies or Services and Prices or Costs C.

Statement of Work D.

Packaging and Marking (Not Required) E.

Inspection and Acceptance F.

Deliveries or Performance G.

Contract Administration Data H.

Special Contract Requirements

PART II: CONTRACT CLAUSES

I. Contract Clauses

PART III: LIST OF DOCUMENTS, EXHIBITS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS

J. List of Attachments

PART IV: REPRESENTATIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS

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Representations, Certifications, and Other Statements of Offerors or Quoters L.

Instructions, Conditions and Notices to Offerors or Respondents M.

Evaluation Factors for Award

SECTION B. SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICES/COSTS

The Department of Labor, Job Corps has a requirement for operating the Job Corps Center which is located at_162 Main St., Exeter, RI 02822.

The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this acquisition is 611519. The small business size standard is $32.5M.

The contractor shall operate the aforementioned Job Corps Center which includes provision of academic, career technical, social skills and career development training, and related support services for an estimated total of 100 residential male students, 100 residential female students, and _N/A non-residential students. The contractor shall provide residential quarters (housing) and services to residential students.

The Contractor shall provide Outreach and Admissions services in the state of

Rhode Island and shall ensure the arrival of a minimum of 165 students into the Job Corps program annually for resident male students, resident female students, and non-resident male and female students.

The Contractor shall provide Post-Center Career Transition Services annually for 72 graduates from the Center that were placed prior to separation from the program returning to new England.

All operations, services and deliverables under these items shall be provided as specified in Sections C and F of this document.

the period 7/1/11through 6/30/12.

SECTION C. STATEMENT OF WORK

INTRODUCTION

This Statement of Work sets forth the contract performance requirements for the operation and management of a Job Corps center.

C.1

GENERAL

A. Background Job Corps is a national residential training and employment program administered by the Department of Labor to address the multiple barriers to employment faced by disadvantaged youth throughout the United States. Job Corps was originally established by the Economic Opportunity Act of 1964; current authorization for the program is Title I, Subtitle C, of the Workforce Investment Act of 1998.

Job Corps provides comprehensive career development services to students including academic, career technical, social and independent living skills, career readiness training and support services. The unique combination of services provided in the Job Corps is intended to prepare youth to obtain and hold gainful employment, pursue further education or training, or satisfy entrance requirements for careers in the Armed Forces.

B. Objective

The contractor shall provide material, services, and all necessary personnel to operate a Job Corps center (Center). The contractor shall provide disadvantaged youth enrolled at ages 16-24 with a comprehensive range of career development services leading to employment and long-term attachment to the workforce. The contractor shall:

1. Provide academic, career technical, social, employability and independent living skills training.

2. Provide health care, counseling, and other support services on an individualized needs basis.

3. Conduct program operations in a setting that is clean, well maintained, and safe.

4. Assist youth in obtaining employment, additional education or training, or entry into the Armed Forces.

5. Provide support which prepares graduates to maintain long-term attachment to the labor market or educational opportunities.

6. Integrate center operations with the local workforce development systems, employers and the business community.

The general scope of work includes the participation of the contractor in pilot projects initiated by the Department of Labor. An equitable adjustment shall be made for those projects determined to be an increase in work within the general scope of the contract via a supplemental agreement to the contract negotiated with the contractor. All disputes arising under these actions are subject to the disputes clause.

C. Center Design The center shall operate at an estimated planned average on-board strength as noted below:

The contractor shall be continually prepared to receive a sufficient number of students to maintain the average on-board strength capacity noted above and a surge capacity of 103 percent. Performance up to 103 percent of capacity shall be performed within the estimated cost of this contract. Performance below 100% for a prolonged period may result in a reduction in the estimated total average on-board strength. Accordingly, the Government reserves the right to reduce the resulting estimated cost of this contract.

In the event that nonresidential students are enrolled, they shall be provided the following services:

1. Transportation for training days and for recreational activities

2. A locker, lock, and nonresidential student lounge.

3. Lunch for all training days.

4. Breakfast on all training days.

5. Supper and weekend meals if the student wishes to remain on center. Transportation at additional cost to the center is not mandatory when students stay for supper and weekend meals.

6. All benefits residential students receive, except as noted herein.

Nonresidential students shall be considered to be in the performance of duty as Federal employees from the time they physically arrive at any scheduled center activity or program until they leave such activity or program.

D. Governing Regulations, Handbooks

1. The Job Corps Policy and Requirements Handbook (hereinafter referred to as the PRH) has been developed to include all mandatory program operation and reporting requirements in one document and is hereby incorporated into this contract by reference. The total Job Corps program is defined in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 20 - Labor, Subtitle A - Office of the Secretary of Labor, Part 670. The contractor shall follow the PRH, the Regulations, and all other requirements established in this contract. The PRH is available at http://jobcorps.dol.gov/ E. Career Technical Training by National Office Contractors A portion of the career technical training offered in this program may be training implemented under separate contracts between the U.S. Department of Labor and one or more national training contractors under the terms and conditions specified in the Memorandum of Understanding shown in the PRH as Appendix 302.

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SITE

The Exeter Job Corps Center is located near the City Exeter, County Washington, State of Rhode Island. The property consists of approximately 20 acres of land with improvements. The entire center consists of four buildings which include the Administration, Educational and Vocational Building and a Dormitory.

C.3

PROGRAM CONTENT

A. Outreach and Admissions

The contractor shall perform outreach and admissions activities as required by this contract, which ensure that the Job Corps program maintains a positive public image, maintains a ready supply of eligible and committed applicants, and works in partnership with individuals, communities, organizations, employers and State and local workforce development systems.

1. Outreach: The contractor shall promote positive public awareness about the Job Corps program and shall ensure that the center is an active partner within the local community and with the State’s workforce investment system. The contractor shall provide support to Outreach and Admissions contractors to ensure that the Center is maintained at overall design capacity. The contractor shall establish relationships with and mechanisms to involve the local community, employers and business organizations in the operation of the Job Corps center through center industry councils and business and community liaison activities. Public education and community/employer involvement shall be conducted in accordance with PRH, 1.1.

2. Direct Outreach and Admissions: (applies to centers with direct outreach goals and X is is not applicable to this contract) The contractor’s performance shall be measured against the goals established by the Director of Job Corps each year in the Outreach and Admissions Outcome Measurement System.

Youth screened for the Exeter Job Corps Center OA contract shall come from: the state of Rhode Island except for the cities of Pawtucket, Woonsocket, Central Falls and part of the city of Providence.

The contractor shall be expected to recruit and screen sufficient numbers of applicants to generate arrivals in accordance with the delivery schedule in Section F.

a. Eligibility Determination and Screening Factors: The contractor shall assess, verify, and document applicant eligibility for the Job Corps program, in conformity with the criteria and procedures listed in PRH, 1.2 and Exhibit 1-1.

b. Information to Applicants: The contractor shall provide applicants with accurate information about the Job Corps program, and about specific Job Corps centers, in accordance with PRH 1.3.

c. Readmission: The contractor shall assess and verify that applicants for readmission meet criteria found in PRH, 1.4.

d. Applicant Assignments: The contractor shall provide a regular flow of applicants for assignment to centers in accordance with Regional procedures and PRH 1.5.

e. Enrollment Readiness: The contractor shall ensure that assigned applicants are fully prepared for successful center enrollment in accordance with requirement listed in PRH 1.6.

B. Career Preparation Period The contractor shall provide each new student with comprehensive Career Preparation activities designed to assist the student to acclimate to center life, fully participate in center activities, set career goals, and acquire basic skills to enhance job readiness and job search competencies, in accordance with PRH 2.

1. Center Plan: The contractor shall develop a comprehensive Career Preparation Plan that will ensure efficient and effective delivery of services to students. Specific requirements for a delivery system are outlined in PRH, 2.1.

2. Introduction to Center Life: The contractor shall provide a comprehensive introduction to center life for new arrivals. The program shall provide activities to assist students in learning about center offerings, standards and procedures and assist them in making a successful transition to center life. Requirements for program content and structure are contained in PRH, 2.2.

3. Student Assessment: The contractor shall assess student needs and interests so that services can be assigned appropriately. Requirements for program content and structure are contained in PRH, 2.3.

4. Personal Counseling: The contractor shall provide initial intervention and counseling services to address the personal and social development needs of students, and to coordinate the delivery of center and community services. Requirements are contained in PRH 2.4.

5. Student Career Planning: The contractor shall provide students with a program of career exploration, and assist students in developing Personal Career Development Plans, in accordance with requirements contained in PRH 2.5.

6. Navigating the Labor Market: The contractor shall provide new students with an introduction to fundamental job search and information technology skills needed to successfully navigate the labor market. Requirements are contained in PRH 2.6.

7. Career Success Standards: The contractor shall provide new students with an overview and introduction to center expectations, behavioral standards, and the career success standards they will be expected to meet during enrollment in order to successfully participate in the program and become employable as required in PRH 2.7.

8. Personal Development Skills: The contractor shall provide new students with an introduction to social and employability skills, conflict resolution skills and introductory driver’s education training to facilitate employment readiness and successful participation in the Job Corps Program. Requirements for program content and structure are contained in PRH, 2.8.

9. Career Development Readiness: The contractor shall ensure that students are fully prepared for successful participation in the Career Development Period by providing services required in PRH 2.8.

C. Career Development Period The contractor shall provide an integrated program of center-based, work-based and independent living skills training which shall meet all the requirements of the PRH, Chapter 3. The program shall be delivered to ensure that students:

· Acquire the foundation skills, specific knowledge and competencies needed to achieve their career goals.

· Understand how to progress in the work place environment.

· Move successfully from the learning environment to the work environment.

· Experience personal growth.

· Learn self-management, personal responsibility and both community and independent living skills.

At a minimum, the training program shall consist of:

1. Center Plan: The contractor shall develop a comprehensive Career Development Plan that will ensure efficient and effective delivery of work place and life skills training to students. Specific requirements for a delivery system are outlined in PRH, 3.1.

2. Administration and Management of Career Development Services: The contractor shall develop administrative processes to ensure efficient and effective delivery of training to students. Specific requirements for a delivery system are outlined in PRH, 3.2.

3. Personal and Career Counseling: The contractor shall provide students with personal and career counseling services to assess individual needs, provide career guidance and deliver appropriate services to meet individual needs. Personal and Career Counseling services shall be performed in accordance with the requirements of PRH, 3.3.

4. Student Standards of Conduct: The contractor shall develop a system which promotes high standards of student conduct through the application of incentives and sanctions. The contractor shall maintain an environment that is free from drugs and violence. Students shall be provided with opportunities for due process in disciplinary proceedings. Rules and procedures for student conduct are provided in PRH, 3.4.

5. Evaluation of Student Progress: The contractor shall provide a system for periodically evaluating student progress and collaborating with students to set short and long range career goals. Required content is found in PRH, 3.5.

6. Center-based Learning Standards: The contractor shall establish standards for curriculum design, development and implementation. Requirements for content and structure are contained in PRH, 3.6.

7. Career Success Standards: The contractor shall provide students with a center culture that regularly fosters opportunities to learn and practice a set of behavioral expectations that support employability and social development for career success as required in PRH 3.7.

8. Work-based Learning Standards: The contractor shall incorporate work-based learning as a primary instructional method of training. Students shall be provided opportunities to learn about career opportunities and employer expectations, and to learn about and apply new occupational skills in actual work places and on work projects, including VST projects. Specific requirements regarding training methods and procedures are found in PRH, 3.8.

9. Reading: The contractor shall develop and administer reading skills instruction which provides students with the skills needed for employment in their chosen careers and assists them to function independently in society. Instruction is required for each of the reading competencies listed in PRH, 3.9.

10. Mathematics: The contractor shall develop and administer instruction in mathematics skills which provides students with the skills needed for employment in their chosen careers. Instruction is required for each of the mathematics competencies listed in PRH, 3.10.

11. GED Certificate/High School Diploma: The contractor shall provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to pass the examination for the General Educational Development Certificate (GED) or to obtain their High School Diploma (HSD). The contractor shall make every possible effort to assure that students attain their GED or HSD. Specific requirements for the GED/HSD program are found in PRH, 3.11.

12. English as a Second Language (ESL) (( is ( is not applicable to this contract): If applicable, the contractor shall provide students with limited English proficiency the opportunity to develop English language and acculturation skills. Specific requirements for ESL are contained in PRH, 3.12.

13. Career Technical Training: The contractor shall provide individualized competency-based career technical training for students. Training shall provide students with the skills required for entry-level employment in specific careers approved by the Department of Labor. Specific requirements for career technical training are listed in PRH, 3.13.

The following career technical training programs are currently offered at the center:

Nurse Assistant/Home Health Aide

*Indicates programs offered by National Training Contractors

14. Concurrent Vocational Training Program (( is X is not applicable to this contract): The contractor shall broaden vocational training opportunities available to Job Corps students through linkages with external training providers. The program shall meet all the requirements of PRH, 3.14.

15. Information Technology: The contractor shall provide students with instruction and practice in applied information technology, computer-based learning, and business-related technology. Specific skills and knowledge which must be incorporated into all training activities are outlined in PRH, 3.15.

16. Residential Living: The contractor shall create a safe, clean and attractive environment that allows students to learn and practice independent and community living skills. Requirements and content are found in PRH 3.16.

17. Wellness: The contractor shall provide instruction to students on practices which lead to physical and mental health and which enhance employability. Instruction is required for each of the subjects listed in PRH, 3.17.

18. Recreation and Leisure Time: The contractor shall provide students a comprehensive program of recreational activities and events which promotes productive and socially acceptable use of leisure time. Activities shall be provided that build self-esteem and enhance the Job Corps experience by providing opportunities for all students to participate in enjoyable and safe activities. The program shall meet all the requirements of PRH, 3.18.

19. Student Government and Leadership: The contractor shall develop and support activities which enable students to learn and practice skills in leadership, citizenship, and self-government. The activities shall include a student benefit fund, to be managed by student government with the assistance of center staff. Requirements for content and structure are contained in PRH, 3.19.

20. Driver Education: The contractor shall provide driver education training to all students who do not already possess driver’s licenses. Students shall be provided the skills and knowledge necessary to pass the State examination and shall be given the opportunity to acquire a driver’s license while enrolled. Specific requirements for driver education are contained in PRH, 3.20.

21. Career Transition Readiness: The contractor shall develop and implement systems and procedures to assist students to effectively transition from center life to the workforce. Requirements are detailed in PRH 3.21.

D. Career Transition Services Post-Center Career Transition Services: ( X is is not applicable to this contract):

The contractor shall provide or arrange for post-center career transition services for all eligible students:

X enrolled at the Exeter Job Corps Center.

returning to the following geographic area:

relocating to the following geographic area:______

X other: graduates from the Center who have been placed prior to separation from the program returning to the New England area For purposes of this procurement the contractor should anticipate an annual inflow of new students for provision of career transition services in the numbers shown below. These are the anticipated numbers of new graduates that will fulfill the 40% pre-separation placement goal assigned to the contractor each year.

72 Graduates.

N/A Former enrollees.

The contractor’s performance shall be measured against the goals established by the Director of Job Corps each year in the Career Transition Service Outcome Measurement System.

The contractor shall assist eligible students in entering and maintaining long-term attachment to the labor market or further educational opportunities and training by:

Providing personalized career transition services

Providing them with access to services that support successful transition.

Identifying and making referral to suitable employment or educational opportunities.

The final objectives of this effort shall be quality placement, continued attachment to the workforce and career progression.

At a minimum, the program shall consist of:

1. Career Transition Plan: The contractor shall develop a comprehensive

Career Transition Plan that will ensure efficient and effective delivery of career transition services to eligible graduates and former enrollees. Specific requirements for the plan are outlined in PRH, 4.1.

2. Eligibility for Services: The contractor shall provide post-center career transition services to eligible graduates and former enrollees. Service shall be provided throughout the CTS service period prescribed by the PRH 4.2.

3. Career Transition Services for Graduates: The contractor shall maintain contact with separated graduates, provide assessments, conduct placement services including job development and referral, identify transitional needs and refer to appropriate services, and maintain contact throughout CTS service period to ensure that the graduate remains connected to the labor market following separation. The contractor shall arrange to transfer responsibility if the individual relocates outside of the service area during the service period. Specific services are detailed in PRH 4.3.

4. Career Transition Services for Former Enrollees: [ X Not Applicable] The contractor shall maintain contact with eligible separated former enrollees during the service period until initial placement to identify job leads and provide referrals, as specified in PRH 4.4.

5. Documentation, Reporting and Verification: The contractor shall establish a uniform system for documenting, verifying and reporting Career Transition Services, using the criteria in PRH, 4.5.

E. Management The contractor shall provide direction, management and administrative support to all functions and activities of the center. The contractor shall establish systems that ensure:

· Effective program organization and management.

· Program integrity and accountability.

· Staff professionalism and development.

At a minimum, the program shall consist of:

1. Program Management: The contractor shall establish systems which ensure achievement of program goals and maintenance of quality performance. Expected procedures for monitoring and tracking operations and outcomes are listed in PRH, 5.1.

2. Personnel: The contractor shall recruit, hire, and retain qualified staff, in accordance with the requirements of PRH, 5.2, and Exhibit 5-3. The contractor shall develop and implement policies which promote a working environment of equal opportunity which is free of race, gender, or ethnic bias.

3. Staff Training: The contractor shall provide training opportunities which ensure that staff possess the knowledge and skills necessary to perform their job duties and which enable them to serve as positive role models for students. Specific training requirements are detailed in PRH, 5.3, and Exhibit 5-4.

4. Personal Safety and Security: The contractor shall develop and implement procedures to ensure that students feel safe and secure on center and that their rights are protected. Rules for protection of students, staff and property are outlined in PRH, 5.4.

5. Management and Reporting of Significant Incidents: The contractor shall develop and implement procedures to prevent, resolve and report significant incidents in order to reduce negative impact on students, the community, and the Job Corps program. Guidelines for reporting and managing significant incidents are found in PRH, 5.5.

6. Procurement and Property Management: The center shall establish systems to procure property, services, and supplies in a cost-efficient manner in accordance with government policies. The contractor shall also establish systems to provide procedures for receipt and accountability of government-owned property, materials, and supplies, in accordance with PRH 5.6.

7. Financial Management: The contractor shall develop and maintain systems to effectively plan, budget and control expenses which shall safeguard public funds and ensure the cost-effective provision of services to meet program goals. The contractor shall establish and maintain a financial management system which meets all the requirements of PRH, 5.7, and Appendices 502 and 503.

8. Facilities: The contractor shall establish and maintain a system for facilities maintenance in order to provide a safe and clean environment for students. Facilities shall be maintained and managed in accordance with PRH 5.9, 5.10, and 5.11.

9. Energy and Water Conservation: The contractor operates an energy conservation program to promote energy conservation and reduce overall operations costs, in accordance with PRH 5.12.

10. Environmental Health: The contractor shall ensure that students and staff work and live in environmentally healthy surroundings, in accordance with PRH 5.13.

11. Safety: The contractor shall provide a safe training, living and working environment and provide opportunities for students to learn and practice workplace safety procedures in accordance with PRH 5.14 and Appendix 505.

Contractors shall be accountable for understanding and complying with the Presidential Safety, Health and Return-to-Employment (Share) Initiative and with Departmental goals relating to the measurable outcome of 100% timely filing of first aid, and Compensation Act – 1 and 2 (CA-1 & 2) claims in the Safety and Health Information Management System (SHIMS). The published Presidential and Departmental guidelines can be further researched at http://www.dol-esa.gov/share/.

12. Staff Housing (staff housing is X is not available at this center):

The contractor shall operate and manage staff housing associated with this center. The contractor shall ensure that rates are charged in accordance with OMB Circular A-45 which implements 5. U.S.C. Section 5911 (1976). This regulation requires that basic rental rates be set at rates prevailing in the area for similar housing. Following is a description of staff housing provided:N/A.

The contractor shall submit to the COTR a plan and schedule of rates pursuant to PL 88-459 for housing for non-students no later than 30 days after contract award. Collection of rent shall become income to the contract and reported as a reduction to costs on center financial reports.

F. Administrative Support The contractor shall develop systems for providing support services and benefits which:

· Facilitate students’ successful participation in Job Corps.

· Accurately track and document student participation and achievements to ensure accountability.

At a minimum, the program shall consist of:

1. Student Attendance, Leaves, and Absences: The contractor shall establish systems to monitor and track student attendance, provide leave when appropriate, and respond promptly when students are absent without authorization. Required elements for each of these systems are listed in PRH, 6.1.

2. Student Allowances and Allotments: The contractor shall establish systems for issuing student allowances, allotments and transition payments. The systems shall be uniformly administered and easily understood by the student population. Criteria for payment of allowances, allotment and transition payments are detailed in PRH, 6.2. and Exhibit 6-2.

3. Student Records Management: The contractor shall maintain student records in a manner which ensures accurate documentation of the services and benefits provided to students and which safeguards the confidentiality of student information. Required documents which centers must maintain and procedures for disposition of records are outlined in PRH, 6.3.

4. Student Enrollments, Transfers, and Separations: The contractor shall complete all enrollment, transfer, and separation transactions in accordance with PRH, 6.4.

5. Student Clothing: The contractor shall provide clothing for students and shall guide them in making wardrobe selections which shall be suitable for the workplace. Specific requirements concerning clothing allowances and record keeping systems are found in PRH, 6.5.

6. Student Transportation: The contractor shall provide economical transportation to students in accordance with PRH, 6.6, and Exhibit 6-3. The contractor shall implement procedures for the recovery of unused transportation tickets, and shall reimburse the government for the cost of un-recovered tickets in accordance with Job Corps policy.

7. Food Service: The contractor shall provide students with well-balanced, nutritious meals in a dining environment which is clean, sanitary, attractive and pleasant. Food service program requirements are described in PRH, 6.7.

8. Student Civil Rights, Non-discrimination, and Legal Services: The contractor shall implement procedures that protect students’ civil rights and promote an environment free from discrimination and harassment. Required processes for preventing and resolving student complaints are listed in PRH, 8.8 and Appendix 602.

9. Student Support Services: The contractor shall ensure that students receive the basic support services included in PRH, 6.9. The contractor shall provide students with opportunities to vote and attend religious services if they so choose.

10. Student Health Services: The contractor shall provide students with routine health services, support, and education, either directly or through referral to other providers, which shall enhance students’ employability and encourage students to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Routine medical, dental and mental health services and related health programs shall be delivered and administered in accordance with PRH 6.10, 6.11, 6.12, Exhibits 6-4, 6-5, and Appendices 603 and 604.

11. Child Development Programs: The contractor shall assist Job Corps students to arrange suitable child care for their dependent children while they are enrolled in Job Corps as described in PRH, 6.13.

12. On Center Child Care Program ( is X is not required): The contractor shall provide a structured child development program at the________ campus for approximately ______ children. Child development programs shall be operated in accordance with Exhibit 6-8 and Appendix 604.

13. Administration of Residential Parent/Child Program ( is X is not required): The contractor shall provide a residential training program for approximately __ single parents and their children. Parents and children shall live together in a dormitory specifically designed to accommodate children. The contractor shall provide a safe, healthy living environment for parents and their children by implementing procedures for handling emergencies and illness, and for ensuring that the operator of the on-site CDC follows similar procedures. Minimum requirements are found in PRH 6, Appendix 604, and Exhibit 6-9.

SECTION D. PACKAGING AND MARKING

Not Required

SECTION E. INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

E.1 IDENTITY AND AUTHORITY OF THE CONTRACTING OFFICER’S TECHNICAL REPRESENTATIVE (FAR 42.302) A. The Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative (COTR) is Dennisse Fernandez whose authority to act on behalf of the Contracting Officer is limited to the extent set forth in B below. Under no circumstances is the Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative (COTR) authorized to sign any contractual documents or approve any alteration to the contract involving a change in the scope, price, terms or conditions of the contract or order.

B. The COTR is authorized to:

1. Monitor and inspect contractor's performance to ensure compliance with the scope of work.

2. Make determinations relative to satisfactory or unsatisfactory performance, including acceptance of all work performed and/or all products produced under the terms of the contract.

3. Review and approve invoices.

4. Review and approve contractor's project staff as may be called for on the contract.

5. Recommend program changes to the Contracting Officer as a result of monitoring or as may be requested by the contractor.

6. Review, coordinate changes or corrections, if any, and accept all reports (including any final reports) required under the contract.

7. Review and approve required plans, i.e., CDSS Plan, VST Plan, etc.

C. All inspections and evaluations shall be performed in such a manner as to not unduly delay the contractor's work.

Inspection and acceptance of the work called for under this contract shall be made by the COTR at the contractor's offices, the Job Corps Center or at the U. S. Department of Labor, Job Corps Regional Office. Inspection and acceptance activities required by this contract shall be performed as directed by the Contracting Officer.

E.2 Government Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan In accordance with FAR 37.604, the Government shall conduct quality assurance and performance assessment functions to the extent necessary to determine whether the contractor has fulfilled the contract obligations pertaining to quality and quantity, including achievement of outcomes as specified in the contract. Under the terms of this contract, the contractor shall be eligible to earn incentive fee based on achievement of performance results within the Outcome Measurement System. (See Incentive Fee Plan, Section G.)

SECTION F. DELIVERIES OR PERFORMANCE

F.1

TYPE OF CONTRACT

A. This is a Cost Plus Incentive Fee Contract.

F.2

PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

A. The term of the contract is for a base period of 2 years with three 1-year option periods. The contractor shall operate the Exeter Job Corps Center located in Exeter , Rhode Island , during the period of July 1, 2009 through June 30, 2011, and if appropriate, shall perform necessary functions related to a transition period for assuming responsibility for the operation of the Center for the month of June 2009.

B. Input Schedule: X Applicable Not Applicable

Annual Arrival by Month

C. Upon completion or termination of this contract, the contractor shall transfer to the successor contractor complete documentation regarding property transactions, student files and other records as directed by the Contracting Officer.

F.3 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE

SECTION G. CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA

G.1

FUNDING AND FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATION

Payment of the contractor's cost shall be made in accordance with Part II, Contract Clauses, and Parts C and D below.

No Job Corps funds shall be provided to pay compensation to any individual, either as a direct cost or as an indirect cost, or proration at a rate in excess of Executive Level I ($186,600 per year.) Proration means that the amount charged for a less than full-time employee cannot exceed an annualized rate of $186,600. Compensation is defined as salaries and cash bonuses exclusively. This does not include fringe benefits. This applies to all functions within the Job Corps contract including subcontracted services.

The amount for which the contractor shall be reimbursed for construction and rehabilitation of Center facilities is given in Part A below. This amount shall be operative under this contract until such time as the Government may incrementally increase it.

The amount to be reimbursed to the contractor for purchased accountable property and the fixed day/month GSA rental charge exclusive of the GSA mileage charge and exclusive of excess personal property (as defined in the DOL Property Handbook for ET contractors, including revisions and amendments thereto), is given in Parts A and B below. This amount shall be operative under this contract until such time as the Government may incrementally increase it.

The contractor agrees that the costs generated under rehabilitation and equipment shall be maintained in a separate accounting classification to be entitled "Center Facilities and Equipment Accounts," as outlined in PRH, Chapter 5 and Appendix 502.

The Government and the contractor recognize that the estimated costs provided for in each of the two years of the initial contract period and in each of the option periods are solely for the individual periods designated and are not considered to be a cumulative amount. Therefore, if the contractor does not require the estimated costs for each designated contract period to meet the requirements of the contract, the Government reserves the right to reduce the estimated amount for that period to the amount of funds actually required for that period. This action shall generally take place after the completion of the designated period and the adjustment shall be applied to the total current estimated value of the contract, but it may take place more frequently, as warranted.

A. Estimated Cost, Fixed & Incentive Fee The total estimated cost, fixed and incentive fees for this contract are as follows:

Total Estimated Cost (d+i+m+q):

Further, there shall be no fixed or incentive fee based on work involved with capital effort, which consists of work or purchases funded under the Construction/Rehab, Equipment, GSA Vehicle Rental, and VST categories listed above. There shall be no increase in fixed fee unless there is an increase in the level of effort approved by the Contracting Officer. Indirect cost charges shall not be allowed for or based on Construction/Rehab, Equipment, GSA Vehicle Rental, or VST costs.

Estimated Average Operating Costs:

Estimated Average Cumulative Student Year Cost: $__________

B. Summary of Funds Available The sum presently available for payment and allotted to this contract is noted in the table below:

Operations (Operations, Fixed & IncentiveFee)

It is estimated that the above-listed available operations funds shall cover the period through . Construction, rehabilitation, and equipment funds are allotted for the term of this contract. The fixed and incentive fees shall be paid out of the operations, outreach/admissions, and/or career transition services funds.

C. Payment and Payment Due Date

1. Allowable Costs

In accordance with Clause 52.216-7, “Allowable Costs and Payment,” the contractor shall be reimbursed for allowable, allocable costs incurred in performance of the work under this contract. In addition to reimbursements for direct costs incurred, the contractor shall be reimbursed for indirect costs in accordance with the FAR 42.7, “Indirect Cost Rates.” Indirect Cost Rates shall be negotiated by the Department of Labor’s Office of Cost Determination or other cognizant audit agency.

Indirect Costs applicable to this contract shall be calculated by applying a provisional, negotiated, or proposed rate to bases as shown below:

Overhead Applicable

Not Applicable Total Direct Salaries and Wages (including/excluding fringe benefits)

Total Indirect Cost

For billing purposes, costs shall be calculated using the approved provisional rate as shown above, until a final rate is established. In the absence of an approved provisional rate, a negotiated/proposed rate shall be used.

In no event shall the reimbursement for G&A and overhead exceed the following ceiling rates: G&A %, Overhead %

When final G&A and overhead rates are established, the total amount of Indirect Costs payable under this contract shall be determined by multiplying the final rate, or ceiling rate, whichever is lower, by the total amount of allowable costs incurred for Center operations, outreach/ admissions and career transition services. The total amount billed shall then be subtracted from this figure to determine the amount of G&A and overhead expense due to the contractor, or refund due to the Government in the event that the amount billed exceeds the total amount payable under the contract.

2. Incentive Fee Under the terms of this cost plus incentive fee contract, the contractor shall be paid a base fixed fee for center operations and, if applicable, for Outreach/Admissions and Career Transition Services. The contractor shall have the opportunity to earn an incentive fee and a performance excellence bonus for center operations, OA and CTS performance based on achievement of goals. For purposes of this contract, the contractor’s performance and the amount of incentive fee earned shall be determined annually at the close of the contract year, based on achievement of goals within Job Corps’ Outcome Measurement System.

Annually, the Director of Job Corps will establish a performance range for the upcoming Program Year. The performance range will identify maximum and minimum incentive fee payment points as follows:

Maximum:

level at which the contractor receives the maximum available incentive fee payment.

Minimum:

level below which the contractor receives no incentive fee payment

Incremental incentive fee payment points will be established for each level of OMS performance (to one decimal point) within the established performance range.

In order to motivate and reward excellence in performance, those contractors whose performance exceeds the top of the National Performance Range will be eligible to earn a Performance Excellence Bonus. The bonus will be awarded for performance up to 10 OMS points above the top of the National Performance Range.

Performance ranges may fluctuate from year to year based on performance history for the preceding year. The contractor’s performance will be evaluated based on the portion of the contract year that occurred during the Program Year for which the performance range was in effect.

Under the terms of this contract, fixed and incentive fees for Center Operations shall be as follows:

(Invoicing Level)

$0

$0

$0

$0

$0

Under the terms of this contract, fixed and incentive fees for OA and CTS shall be as follows:

Outreach/Admissions

(Invoicing Level)

$0

$0

$0

$0

$0

Career Transition Services

(Invoicing Level)

$0

$0

$0

$0

$0

3. Payment Due Date--Payments under this contract shall be due on the 30th calendar day after the date of actual receipt of a proper invoice in the office designated to receive the invoice. A proper invoice is defined in E below. All payments shall be made using Electronic Funds Transfer.

4. Prompt Payment

The Prompt Payment Act, Public Law 97-177 (96 Stat. 85, 31 USC 1801), is applicable to payments under this contract and requires the payment to contractors of interest on overdue payments and improperly taken discounts. Determinations of interest due shall be made in accordance with the provisions of the Prompt Payment Act and Office of Management and Budget Circular A-125.

D. Limitation on Withholding of Payments

If more than one clause or schedule provision of this contract authorizes the temporary withholding of amounts otherwise payable to the contractor for work performed under this contract, the total of the amounts so…