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F10SOL10052

SOLICITATION, OFFER AND AWARD

4. TYPE OF SOLICITATION2. CONTRACT NUMBER 3. SOLICITATION NUMBER

7. ISSUED BY CODE 8. ADDRESS OFFER TO (If other than Item 7)

ORDER UNDER DPAS (15 CFR 700)

6. REQUISITION/PURCHASE NUMBER

NOTE: In sealed bid solicitations "offer" and "offeror" mean "bid" and "bidder".

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(Date)(Hour) local timeuntildepository located in copies for furnishing the supplies or services in the Schedule will be received at the place specified in Item 8, or if hand carried, in the

SOLICITATION

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PART IV - REPRESENTATIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS

OTHER STATEMENTS OF OFFERORS

EVALUATION FACTORS FOR AWARD

INSTRS., CONDS., AND NOTICES TO OFFERORS

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designated point(s), within the time specified in the schedule.

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

12. In compliance with the above, the undersigned agrees, if this offer is accepted within ______________ calendar days (60 calendar days unless a different period is inserted

NOTE: Item 12 does not apply if the solicitation includes the provisions at 52.214-16, Minimum Bid Acceptance Period.

OFFER (Must be fully completed by offeror)

IMPORTANT - Award will be made on this Form, or on Standard Form 26, or by other authorized official written notice.

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27. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

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21. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION20. AMOUNT19. ACCEPTED AS TO ITEMS NUMBERED

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SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION

P.O. BOX 37012

MRC 1200

Washington DC 20013-7012

Smithsonian Tropical Reseach Institute PO Box 0843-03092 Republic of Panama

1500 ET 09/27/2010

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Robert Fraga

AUTHORIZED FOR LOCAL REPRODUCTION

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STANDARD FORM 33 (Rev. 9-97)

Prescribed by GSA - FAR (48 CFR) 53.214(c)

ITEM NO. SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

NAME OF OFFEROR OR CONTRACTOR

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FOB: Destination

00001 STRI Guard Security Services

Product/Service Code: S206

OPTIONAL FORM 336 (4-86)

Sponsored by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.110

NSN 7540-01-152-8067

Section A: Solicitation/Contract Form

Section B: Supplies or Services B.2 Pricing

Section C: Description/Specifications

Section D: Packaging and Marking

Section E: Inspection and Acceptance E.1 52.246-4 Inspection of Services - Fixed-Price. (AUG 1996) E.2 52.246-16 Responsibility for Supplies. (APR 1984) E.3 SI-0038 Smithsonian Institution Inspection and Acceptance (Jun 2000) E.4 SI-0057 Inspection E.5 SI-0058 Acceptance

Section F: Deliveries or Performance F.1 SI-0080 Period of Performance-NTP F.2 SI-0082 Period of Performance-Options and Optional Services F.5 52.217-S0093 Auto Renewal Option Clause (Feb 2009) F.6 SI-0081 Period of Performance & Insurance

Section G: Contract Administration Data G.1 52.202-S0059 Contract Management G.2 52.202-S0060 Contracting Officer G.3 52.202-S0061 Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR) (Apr 1988) G.4 52.202-S0062 Authorities G.5 52.215-S0002 Authorized Negotiators (Apr 1984) G.6 52.215-S0063 Key Personnel

Section H: Special Contract Requirements H.1 52.202-S0010 Use of Smithsonian Name (Jun 2000) H.2 52.203-S0004 Advertising of Award Smithsonian Institution H.3 52.211-S0099 Acquisition of Supplies and Services - Panamanian H.4 52.215-S0009 Information, Services and Rights of the Smithsonian (Apr 1988) H.5 52.223-S0070 Dissemination of Information H.6 52.229-S0098 International Mission Status (STRI) H.7 52.232-S0096 Special Contract Requirements - Payrolls (STRI) H.8 52.232-S0100 Applicability of Panamanian Law H.15 SI-0073 Indemnification

Section I: Contract Clauses 52.222-42 Statement of Equivalent Rates for Federal Hires. (MAY 1989) 52.222-50 Combating Trafficking in Persons. (FEB 2007) -- Alternate I (AUG 2007) 52.244-6 Subcontracts for Commercial Items. (AUG 2009) 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference. (FEB 1998) 52.202-S0003 Definitions (Apr 1988) 52.215-S0001 Order of Precedence 52.228-S0015 Contractor's Liability Insurance (Jun 2000) 52.232-S0005 Interest on Payments 52.232-S0053 Examination of Records by Smithsonian Institution (Oct 1987) 52.233-S0006 Disputes 52.243-S0044 Equitable Adjustments (Jun 2000) 52.243-S0045 Pricing of Adjustments (Jun 2000) 52.249-S0050 Termination for Convenience of the Smithsonian Institution (Jun 2000)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

52.252-S0011 Notice of Deviation in Clauses (Jun 2000)

Section J: List of Documents, Exhibits and Other Attachments

Section K: Representations, Certifications, and Other Statements of Bidders 52.203-2 Certificate of Independent Price Determination. (APR 1985) 52.209-5 Certification Regarding Responsibility Matters. (DEC 2008) 52.219-1 Small Business Program Representations. (MAY 2004) 52.223-13 Certification of Toxic Chemical Release Reporting. (AUG 2003)

Section L - Instructions, Conditions, and Notices to Bidders

Section M - Evaluations Factors for Award

TABLEOF CONTENTS

Solicitation/Contract Form A.1 See Page 1.

A.2 Type of Contract/Service

The Smithsonian Institution through its Tropical Research Institute (“STRI”), has a requirement for companies or firms that can provide Guard Services for the security of the various facilities and areas at STRI in accordance with Section C and as otherwise specified in this contract and any attachments hereto. The Smithsonian intends to award one firm-fixed priced contract. The Contractor shall furnish all supervision, labor, materials, equipment and facilities necessary to produce the work as specified below.

Supplies or Services/Prices

B.1 Type of Contract

The Smithsonian Institution intends to award one Firm Fixed Price contract to the successful Contractor(s)/Offeror(s) based, in part, on the pricing contained in this section.

B.2 Pricing

The Contractor shall perform all effort in accordance with the requirements of this contract for the price specified in Offeror’s Cost Proposal which will be incorporated herein as if a part of this original solicitation and in accordance with Section C and elsewhere specified herein and for all other charges outlined in Offeror’s Cost proposal. These amounts and charges, as outlined in Offeror’s Cost Proposal, shall include all direct labor, materials, communication, production and other direct costs as well as all indirect costs, travel and per diem, subcontractor costs, commissions, and any other profit and expenses for which the Contractor expects payment. No additional charge shall be made by the Contractor for the requirements of this Contract, including travel, source and documentation, error correction, or expense for any other materials or services to be performed hereunder unless specified otherwise.

B.2.1 Option Periods

The Contractor shall provide pricing for the base year and all option years as specified below.

Smithsonian reserves the right to renew this Contract for the option years subject to the terms expressed below.

B.2.2 GUARD SERVICES TO PROVIDE SECURITY FOR THE SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION

TROPICAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE (STRI) at the various facilities at each different site specified, for the varying shifts of work per day, covering a period of One Year from date of award of a contract, with Options to renew, subject to completion of satisfactory services and appropriation of funds from the United States Congress.

B.2.2.1 Base Award/Offer for Basic Services:

COST BREAKDOWN

a. TUPPER/TIVOLI COMPLEX; Requires:

• One (1) Supervisor, 24 hours per day; monthly rate: $__________________.

Three (3) Guards, 24 hours per day; one of which shall be a bilingual unit monthly rate: $__________________.

• One (1) Guard, 1 shift per day as per post specs. #5:

monthly rate: $__________________.

Total monthly rate for Tupper/Tivoli Complex:

Monthly rate: _$____________. x 12 months = _$_______________.

b. ANCON FACILITIES; Requires One (1) Guard, 24 hours per day:

c. NAOS/CULEBRA COMPLEX; Requires Three (3) Guards, 24 hours per day:

d. GAMBOA FACILITIES; Requires Two (2) Guards, 24 hours per day: one of which shall be a bilingual unit.

Monthly rate: _$____________ x 12 months = _$_______________

e. GALETA SITE; Post #12. Requires (1) One Guard, 24 hours per day:

f. BOCAS DEL TORO COMPLEX; requires (2) Two Guards, 24 hours per day:

g. Emergency Guard upon request:

Hourly rate: _$___________. 2,880 Man Hours: $ .

B.2.2.2 PRICE OPTIONS: The contractor shall quote prices for Nine Option Years to the Basic Contract.

The Contractor is cautioned that any offer may be rejected as non-responsive if; it is materially unbalanced as to prices for the Option Years and the initial contract period. A bid is also considered unbalanced when it is based on prices which are significantly overstated for other work.

COST BREAKDOWN

OPTION YEAR I

a. TUPPER/TIVOLI COMPLEX; Requires:

• One (1) Supervisor, 24 hours per day; monthly rate: $__________________.

Three (3) Guards, 24 hours per day; one of which shall be a bilingual unit monthly rate: $__________________.

• One (1) Guard, 1 shift per day as per post specs. #5:

monthly rate: $__________________.

d. GAMBOA FACILITIES; Requires Two (2) Guards, 24 hours per day: one of which shall be a bilingual unit.

B.2.2.3 COST BREAKDOWN

OPTION YEAR II

Three (3) Guards, 24 hours per day; one of which shall be a bilingual unit monthly rate: $__________________.

• One (1) Guard, 1 shift per day as per post specs. #5:

monthly rate: $__________________.

B.2.2.4 COST BREAKDOWN

OPTION YEAR III

Three (3) Guards, 24 hours per day; one of which shall be a bilingual unit monthly rate: $__________________.

• One (1) Guard, 1 shift per day as per post specs. #5:

monthly rate: $__________________.

B.2.2.5 COST BREAKDOWN

OPTION YEAR IV

Three (3) Guards, 24 hours per day; one of which shall be a bilingual unit monthly rate: $__________________.

• One (1) Guard, 1 shift per day as per post specs. #5:

monthly rate: $__________________.

B.2.2.6 COST BREAKDOWN

OPTION YEAR V

Three (3) Guards, 24 hours per day; one of which shall be a bilingual unit monthly rate: $__________________.

• One (1) Guard, 1 shift per day as per post specs. #5:

monthly rate: $__________________.

B.2.2.7 COST BREAKDOWN

OPTION YEAR VI

Three (3) Guards, 24 hours per day; one of which shall be a bilingual unit monthly rate: $__________________.

• One (1) Guard, 1 shift per day as per post specs. #5:

monthly rate: $__________________.

B.2.2.8 COST BREAKDOWN

OPTION YEAR VII

Three (3) Guards, 24 hours per day; one of which shall be a bilingual unit monthly rate: $__________________.

• One (1) Guard, 1 shift per day as per post specs. #5:

monthly rate: $__________________.

B.2.2.9 COST BREAKDOWN

OPTION YEAR VIII

Three (3) Guards, 24 hours per day; one of which shall be a bilingual unit monthly rate: $__________________.

• One (1) Guard, 1 shift per day as per post specs. #5:

monthly rate: $__________________.

B.2.2.10 COST BREAKDOWN

OPTION YEAR IX

Three (3) Guards, 24 hours per day; one of which shall be a bilingual unit monthly rate: $__________________.

• One (1) Guard, 1 shift per day as per post specs. #5:

monthly rate: $__________________.

B.2.3

STRI could increase or decrease the numbers of Security Guards and also adjust the shifts according to STRI requirements. It’s understood that the Contractor will perform the adjustments to the monthly invoices in accordance with the STRI COTR.

• Discount for removing a 24 hour post (Guard): _$____________ Per Month

• Discount for removing an 8 hour shift (Guard): _$____________ Per Month

• Cost for adding a 24 hour post (Guard): _$____________ Per Month

• Cost for adding an 8 hour shift (Guard): _$____________ Per Month

• Cost per hour for special services (Guard): _$____________ Per Month

B.3 The Contractor is fully expected to provide the services identified in Section C. However, should the Contractor not provide the specified number of man-hours, deductions may be made (by SI) at the rate of one and one-half times the Security Guard Hourly rate for the time a post is not manned.

Section C: Description/Specifications

1. Scope of Work: The Contractor shall provide management, supervision, manpower, equipment, and supplies necessary to provide guard services as described herein.

2. Contractor Start-Up Review: Immediately after award of the contract and prior to performance, the Contractor’s Representative and the Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative (COTR) shall make an on-site, in-depth review studying the total job requirements to include, but not be limited to, the following:

a. The type of guard work required at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute,

b. Guard Post Orders,

c. Policy and specific procedures for responding to alarms and emergencies,

d. Floor plans and area maps of the facility which depict emergency evacuation routes, the location and type of each fire alarm, location of cut-off valves or switches, and special instructions pertaining to security controls,

e. Emergency Evaluation Plan, including a detailed review of the exact responsibility for each guard post.

f. Curriculum Vitae (CVs) and Certifications of the Guards that will be assigned to STRI.

g. Reports and Documents that the Contractor’s Representative will submit to the COTR.

3. Contract Effort Required: The Contractor is fully expected to provide the services identified in Section C. However, should the Contractor not provide the specified number of man-hours, deductions may be made (by SI) at the rate of one and one-half times the Security Guard Hourly rate for the time a post is not manned. The man-hours are the minimum productive man-hours which have been determined as essential to perform the work required by this contract. As used herein, the term “Productive Man-hours” includes only the actual working time of guards performing services as specified in the individual Guard Post Orders. The specific duties and hours of each Post are described in the Guard Post Orders which are provided to the Bidder. The duties and schedules of posts are subject to change.

a. Non-Productive Man-hours: The Smithsonian Institution pays a flat hourly rate for

Security Guards for the productive man-hours the guard posts are covered. SI will not pay overtime for any contractor employees working over 8 hours a day or over 40 hours a week and will not pay any additional charges for relief guards to cover meal periods and breaks. The costs for management, supervision, relief and all Contractor profit and overhead will be included in the Security Guard’s hourly rate for the base bid.

b. Supervisory Man-hours Required: The man-hours stated are the minimum man-hours of supervision which have been determined as essential to provide the degree of supervision required by SI. As used herein, the term “Supervisory Man-hours” includes only the actual working time of supervisors. Should the Contractor not provide the specified number of man-hours, deductions may be made at the rate of one and a half times the basic pay of the personnel used to replace the attendant.

c. Additional Facilities: The Smithsonian Institution reserves the option to add facilities beyond those identified that require additional personnel to this contract. SI will enter into negotiations with the Contractor to alter the duties, productive man-hours or hourly rates if necessary.

4. Limitation on Man-hours; No contract guard shall provide more than twelve hours of service on this or any other contract in any twenty-four period unless the work periods are separated by an eight-hour non-duty period. It is understood that no guard could be brought from, or to another Contractor’s client to work more than 12 hours, without the required 8 hour non-duty period.

5. Services Required; The Contractor shall provide trained guards at all times to perform the services as prescribed by the contract and the Guard Post Orders.

a. The tour of duty for all posts shall be of 8 hours. 12 hour shifts are optional but will be evaluated on a post by post basis and shall be properly justified by the Contractor and approved by the COTR. All Overtime incurred due to the 12 hour shift will be included in the proper report to the COTR.

b. Guards employed by the Contractor shall perform the duties outlined in the post orders which have been prepared for each Post. These orders define the basic work to be performed at each post including the exact hours of duty. Except for emergencies, no deviations shall be made.

c. The typical duties to be performed may include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Entrance Control Post. Operate and enforce a system of personnel identification. Perform package inspection when directed to do so by the Guard Posts Orders.

2. Roving Patrol Posts. Make patrols in accordance with routes and schedules established in the Guard Post Orders.

3. Building Rules and Regulations: Observe building occupants and visitors for compliance with posted rules and regulations.

4. Law and Order. Maintain law and order within the areas of assignment.

5. Unauthorized Access. Discover and detain persons attempting to gain unauthorized access to the property.

6. Reports and Records. Prepares required reports on accidents, fires, bomb threats, unusual incidents, and unlawful acts and provide these reports to the facility supervisor.

7. Emergencies. In case of an emergency requiring immediate attention, the guard will respond to the conditions and summon appropriate assistance as may be required.

d. Handling of Absentees. The Security Contractor’s Operations Manager shall present their procedure to cover absentees which may include; calling emergency overtime guards, having back up or stand by personnel, a combination of these or any other mechanism that the Contractor develops to cover for absentees.

e. Work Scheduling Procedures. The criteria for establishing work schedules and the requirements for contract relief, relief periods, and for starting and stopping work are described below:

1. The working schedule for guards shall be prepared on schedules and posted in work areas at four-week intervals. Changes to schedules shall be posted in work areas in sufficient time to ensure that guards affected by a change in duty hours are properly notified.

2. The duties of all guard posts require that a guard not leave his post until properly relieved.

3. All guards shall be in uniform and ready to begin work promptly at the start of their shift and shall remain on the job and in full uniform until the end of their full tour of duty.

6. Supervision. The Contractor shall provide supervision at least once in the tour of duty of the post to be supervised. Driving the guard units to and from the posts will not be considered as supervision visits.

A monthly Supervision Visit Report shall be delivered to the COTR. The Contractor shall also provide supervision to ensure that guards:

a. Are properly trained to perform all duties as specified in the contract;

b. Are properly uniformed and equipped, and present a neat appearance;

c. Maintain a continued state of proper training;

d. Possess the necessary permits, authority, etc.

7. Smithsonian Institution Furnished Items. The following supplies, materials, services, and equipment shall be furnished by the Smithsonian Institution:

a. Guards shall be aware of and trained in the use of the alarm systems and communications equipment.

b. Telephones deemed necessary by STRI for the conduct of official business under the contract.

c. All administrative forms prescribed for use by contract guards while on duty.

8. Contractor Furnished Items. The following supplies, materials and equipment should be furnished by the Contractor, at no cost for the guard:

a. Guard Uniforms. The guards are to wear a neat, clean, and well-pressed uniform. All guards performing under this contract shall wear the uniform(s) as authorized by the Government and Justice Ministry of the Republic of Panama. Female members of the guard force shall wear a uniform appropriately styled for women.

b. Firearms. The guards shall carry firearms while on duty as well as ammunition, holsters, belts and all related firearm equipment. As required by the Panamanian Government each firearm used must have a valid weapons permit Firearms shall be inspected and oiled regularly to ensure that they are in optimum conditions. The Contractor shall ensure that each guard who carries a firearm has a valid weapons permit and weapons qualification certificate. The certificate shall be presented to the Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative prior to the guard unit assignment to a STRI post.

c. Supplementary Equipment. Each guard on duty shall be equipped with supplementary equipment including, but not limited to, notebooks, pens, pencils, and flashlights.

Replacement flashlight batteries and bulbs and weather resistant equipment like rain coats, wind breaker jackets, protective shoes and/or boots are considered part of the uniform that all guards should have available to perform their duties. Guards shall not be permitted to provide themselves with any unauthorized supplemental or personal equipment, such chemical agent devices, firearms, knives, “come-alongs”, jackets, hats or other such nonstandard items.

9. Personal Appearance. The standards for personal appearance of contract guards require that individuals present a neat appearance. These standards are not an attempt to depersonalize an individual, providing individuality does not interfere with or detract from proper wearing of the uniform.

a. Eyeglasses. Only prescription eyeglasses may be worn with the uniform. Sunglasses shall not be worn inside the buildings except upon written recommendation of a physician.

b. Jewelry. Contract guards shall not wear jewelry in their noses or ears.

c. Accessories. Only authorized accessories shall be worn on or with the contract uniform.

d. Beards and Mustaches. The face will be kept clean shaven, except for a mustache, if desired. If a mustache is worn it shall be kept neatly and evenly trimmed so that no portion extends more than one-half inch below or beyond the line of the individual’s upper lip.

e. Hair. Hair shall be neatly trimmed. It shall not neatly combed or brushed in such a manner that it remains clear of the forehead and does not extend more than one inch below the band of the cap.

f. Sideburns. Sideburns shall not be conspicuous and shall be neatly trimmed at all times.

Sideburns shall not extend below the lower edge of the ear or forward past the vertical line of the outer corner of the eye.

10. Qualifications of Personnel. All security guards assigned to STRI, CVs and Security Training Certifications shall be presented to the COTR prior to the assignment of a unit to a post. A list of STRI emergency relief personnel and their CVs shall also be presented to the COTR. CVs shall be certified by the Contractor’s Human Resources Office and Operations Manager. Permanent guard personnel shall be registered in the STRI Access Control System and issued a STRI Contractor ID card.

a. General. To be eligible to perform under this contract, each guard must meet to the satisfaction of the Contracting Officer Technical Representative, the following experience, health, security, and age requirements.

b. Experience. Guard employed under this contract must have two years of security experience demonstrating:

1. The ability to communicate and deal with the general public;

2. The ability to read, understand and apply printed rules, detailed orders, instruction and training materials;

3. The ability to maintain poise and self-control under stress; and,

4. The ability to compose and write clear and concise, but accurate and detailed reports.

c. Health and Physical Fitness Requirements. The Contractor shall ensure that all guards assigned are well proportioned in height and weight and are in good general health without physical defects or abnormalities which would interfere with performance of duties. They should be free from any communicable disease. They shall possess binocular vision correctable to 20/20 (Snellen), and shall be not color blind. They shall be capable of hearing ordinary conversation at 20 feet and whispered conversation at 10 feet without benefit of artificial hearing devises

d. Age Requirements. All contract guards shall be a minimum of twenty-one years of age.

e. Training. Training costs shall be included in the hourly rate paid by SI; SI will not be billed for training time or materials. SI shall only pay for productive man-ours.

Contractor has full responsibility for the training of its guards in matters relating to the satisfactory performance of services. All guards shall be fully qualified to carry weapons as stated in law No. 9 of March 15, 2009 of the Panamanian labor code.

11. Guards personnel changes: Any changes, reassignments and/or cancellations of security guard assigned to the different posts under this contract, should be previously coordinated with the STRI COTR, to make sure that the new assigned guard has the required special post knowledge.

12. Minimum wage: While this contract does not dictate a wage minimum above that required by applicable law, it is preferred that all contractor’s employees be paid a sufficient wage.

Duties of STRI Security Guards. POST #1

Location: Tupper/Tivoli Complex includes: Building 401 (Tivoli Administrative Bldg.), the Library Building, Conference Hall, Cafeteria / Meeting rooms, Tupper Laboratory Building, Logistical Support Center, Pastor’s House, garages, and adjacent areas to the buildings.

Tour of Duty: 07:00 – 15:00, 15:00 – 23:00 and 23:00 – 07:00 Monday through Sunday, including holidays.

Duties: This is a Security Guard Supervisor post.

1. Upon arrival checks with the off-going security supervisor for current information, necessary equipment needed to perform his duties, changes, and activity in all facilities; then conducts an inspection of the area and reports any deficiency found by him, or reported by the previous security supervisor on duty, to the Contractor’s Operations Supervisor who depending of the urgency will report the situation to the STRI’s Security Officer in charge immediately. Will keep a daily incident logbook.

2. Remains in the assigned area at all times, maintaining a constant patrol

3. Protects all vehicles and equipment, maintain order and protects staff and visitors. Permits no loitering, lounging, or congregating in the area. Reports any discrepancies or unusual activities to the Facility Supervisor immediately.

4. Performs vehicle inspections of the Scientific Coordination MI (International Mission) vehicle pool by physically inspecting and filling out a format when the client picks up and returns MI vehicles.

5. After office hours (1800 a 0700 Hrs.) and holidays will enforce the patrol of the buildings and areas. At Tivoli/Tupper will send the guard at post 2 and/or 3 to inspect the condition of the entire complex looking for building damage, broken glass, windows, loose doors, damaged locks, attempted forced entry, and security. Ensure that all exterior lights are turned off.

6. Be familiar with the fire and alarm system, know where they are located in the area and how they function.

In the event of a fire notifies the Fire Department at once and proceed to call the Facility Supervisor. Calls STRI Security Office and report the fire and fight the fire if possible until help arrives.

7. After office hours (1800 to 0700 hrs.) and holidays will maintain a log on all staff entering and leaving the building(s), to include name and hours of arrival and departure. Visitors will be allowed during this time only if escorted and authorized by a STRI staff, this activity will also be recorded on the log book

8. Guards should be friendly, courteous, and tactful with visitors and provide information whenever they can. They should be constantly on the lookout for danger and be quick to act when unusual incidents occur.

9. In the event of an emergency situation, notifies the facility supervisor and the main Security Office as to the condition and course of action taken to correct any noted problems in case of emergencies like black outs, etc. should follow the instructions on the Guard Post Orders ANEX, that should be available at the post.

10. Maintains a list of all vehicles left in the parking areas after 1800 hours.

11. Will keep MI Vehicle control key log and will deliver vehicle keys to personnel listed on the Key Issuing List made by Tupper Bldg. Administration.

12. After Normal Office Hours, will receive and deliver Express Mail packages or STRI packages prepared for scientist that may show up at the complex.

13. Will keep a record (Date, Time and Name) of the security guards that report to work to STRI posts. When working with the STRI radio-communication system should maintain a record of radio hourly checks.

Duties of STRI Security Guards. POST #2

Library Building, Conference Hall, Cafeteria / Meeting rooms, Tupper Laboratory Building, Logistical Support Center, Pastor’s House, garages, and adjacent areas to the buildings.

Tour of Duty: 07:00 – 15:00, 15:00 – 23:00 and 23:00 – 07:00 Monday through Sunday, including holidays.

Duties: This is a security guard post. Preferable bilingual (Spanish/English), not required.

1. Upon arrival checks with the off-going security guard for current information, necessary equipment needed to perform his duties, changes, and activity in the facility; then conducts an inspection of the area and reports any deficiency found by him, or reported by the previous security guard on duty, to the Contractor’s on duty Supervisor who depending of the urgency, will report the situation to the Contractor’s Operations Supervisor the STRI’s Security Officer in charge immediately. Will keep a daily incident logbook.

2. From 0600 to 1800 hrs. on regular office days and Saturdays from 0700 to 1200 hrs. will remain at the pedestrian control entrance located besides the Tupper Library. Controlling the entrance for employees and visitor to the Institution. Public area visitors will be required to show ID and sign the Log Book. For Facilities Visitors, the guard will call the visited person for authorization and will send the visitor to the reception desk at Tupper Building for attention if visited person is not found.

3. Protects all vehicles and equipment, maintain order and protects staff and visitors. Permits no loitering, lounging, or congregating in the area. Reports any discrepancies or unusual activities to the Facility Supervisor immediately.

4. After office hours (1800 a 0700 Hrs.) and holidays will conduct the patrol of buildings and areas, inspects the condition of the entire complex looking for building damage, broken glass, windows, loose doors, damaged locks, attempted forced entry, and security. Ensure that all exterior lights are turned off.

5. Be familiar with the fire and alarm system, know where they are located in the area and how they function.

In the event of a fire notifies the Fire Department at once and proceed to call the Facility Supervisor. Calls STRI Security Office and report the fire and fight the fire if possible until help arrives.

6. After office hours (1800 to 0700 hrs.) and holidays will maintain a log on all staff entering and leaving the building(s), to include name and hours of arrival and departure. Visitors will be allowed during this time only if escorted and authorized by a STRI staff, this activity will also be recorded on the log book

7. Guards should be friendly, courteous, and tactful with visitors and provide information whenever they can. They should be constantly on the lookout for danger and be quick to act when unusual incidents occur.

8. In the event of an emergency situation, notifies the facility supervisor and the main Security Office as to the condition and course of action taken to correct any noted problems in case of emergencies like black outs, etc. should follow the instructions on the Guard Post Orders ANEX, that should be available at the post.

9. After normal office hours, will send to POST #1 all visitors that need to pick up, receive or deliver Express Mail packages or STRI packages prepared for scientist

Duties of STRI Security Guards. POST #3

Library Building, Conference Hall, Cafeteria / Meeting rooms, Tupper Laboratory Building, Logistical Support Center, Pastor’s House, garages, and adjacent areas to the buildings.

Tour of Duty: 07:00 – 15:00, 15:00 – 23:00 and 23:00 – 07:00 Monday through Sunday, including holidays.

Duties: This is a Bilingual, REQUIRED (Spanish/English) security guard post.

1. Upon arrival checks with the off-going security guard for current information, necessary equipment needed to perform his duties, changes, and activity in the facility; then conducts an inspection of the area and reports any deficiency found by him, or reported by the previous security guard on duty, to the Contractor’s on duty Supervisor who depending of the urgency, will report the situation to the Contractor’s Operations Supervisor the STRI’s Security Officer in charge immediately. Will keep a daily incident logbook.

2. Remains at the Tupper Parking Lot Entrance all the time, maintains a constant patrol. Controls the entrance for vehicles, employees and visitors to the Institution. Public area visitors will be required to show ID and sign the Log Book. For Facilities Visitors, the guard will call the visited person for authorization and will send the visitor to the reception desk at Tupper Building for attention if visited person is not found.

3. Protects all vehicles and equipment, maintain order and protects staff and visitors. Permits no loitering, lounging, or congregating in the area. Reports any discrepancies or unusual activities to the Facility Supervisor immediately.

4. Performs vehicle inspections of the Scientific Coordination MI (International Mission) vehicle pool by physically inspecting and filling out a format when the client picks up and returns the vehicle.

5. When possible, will conduct patrols of buildings and areas, inspects the condition of the entire complex looking for building damage, broken glass, windows, loose doors, damaged locks, attempted forced entry, and security. Ensure that all exterior lights are turned off.

6. Be familiar with the fire and alarm system, know where they are located in the area and how they function.

In the event of a fire notifies the Fire Department at once and proceed to call the Facility Supervisor. Calls STRI Security Office and report the fire and fight the fire if possible until help arrives.

7. After office hours (1800 to 0700 hrs.) and holidays will maintain a log on all staff entering and leaving the building(s), to include name and hours of arrival and departure. Visitors will be allowed during this time only if escorted and authorized by a STRI staff, this activity will also be recorded on the log book

8. Guards should be friendly, courteous, and tactful with visitors and provide information whenever they can. They should be constantly on the lookout for danger and be quick to act when unusual incidents occur.

9. In the event of an emergency situation, notifies the facility supervisor and the main Security Office as to the condition and course of action taken to correct any noted problems in case of emergencies like black outs, etc. should follow the instructions on the Guard Post Orders ANEX, that should be available at the post.

10. Maintains a list of all vehicles left in the parking area after 1800 Hrs

11. After normal office hours, will send to POST #1 all visitors that need to pick up, receive or deliver Express Mail packages or STRI packages prepared for scientist

Duties of STRI Security Guards. POST #4

Library Building, Conference Hall, Cafeteria / Meeting rooms, Tupper Laboratory Building, Logistical Support Center, Pastor’s House, garages, and adjacent areas to the buildings.

Tour of Duty: 07:00 – 15:00, 15:00 – 23:00 and 23:00 – 07:00 Monday through Sunday, including holidays.

Duties: This is a security guard post.

1. Upon arrival checks with the off-going security guard for current information, necessary equipment needed to perform his duties, changes, and activity in the facility; then conducts an inspection of the area and reports any deficiency found by him, or reported by the previous security guard on duty, to the Contractor’s on duty Supervisor who depending of the urgency, will report the situation to the Contractor’s Operations Supervisor the STRI’s Security Officer in charge immediately. Will keep a daily incident logbook.

2. Remains at the Logistic Support Center at all times, maintains a constant patrol. Controls the entrance for vehicles, employees and visitors to the site. If relief is needed will contact the Contractor’s Guard Supervisor to request a guard relief from POST #2 or POST #3 as available.

3. Protects all vehicles and equipment, maintain order and protects staff and visitors. Permits no loitering, lounging, or congregating in the area. Reports any discrepancies or unusual activities to the Facility Supervisor immediately.

4. Will conduct patrol of the buildings and areas, inspects the condition of the entire site looking for building damage, broken glass, windows, loose doors, damaged locks, attempted forced entry, and security.

5. Be familiar with the fire and alarm system, know where they are located in the area and how they function.

In the event of a fire notifies the Fire Department at once and proceed to call the Facility Supervisor. Calls STRI Security Office and report the fire and fight the fire if possible until help arrives.

6. Guards should be friendly, courteous, and tactful with visitors and provide information whenever they can. They should be constantly on the lookout for danger and be quick to act when unusual incidents occur.

7. In the event of an emergency situation, notifies the facility supervisor and the main Security Office as to the condition and course of action taken to correct any noted problems in case of emergencies like black outs, etc. should follow the instructions on the Guard Post Orders ANEX, that should be

8. Maintains a list of all vehicles left in the parking area after 1800 Hrs

Duties of STRI Security Guards. POST #5

Location: Tupper/Tivoli Complex includes: Library Building and adjacent areas t othe building.

Tour of Duty: Monday, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays: from 0900 – 1700 hours; Tuesdays from 0800 – 1700 hours; Saturdays from 0800 – 1200 hours.

1. Upon arrival checks with the Supervisor at Post #1 for current information, necessary equipment needed to perform his duties, changes, and activity in the facility; then conducts an inspection of the area and reports any deficiency found by him, or reported by the previous security guard on duty, to the Contractor’s on duty Supervisor who depending of the urgency, will report the situation to the Contractor’s Operations Supervisor the STRI’s Security Officer in charge immediately. Will keep a daily incident logbook.

2. Remains in the assigned area at all times, maintaining a constant patrol of the facility.

3. Protects all equipment, maintain order and protects staff and visitors. Permits no loitering, lounging, or congregating in the area. Reports any discrepancies or unusual activities to the Facility Supervisor immediately.

4. When the library is closed during holidays, will conduct patrols of buildings and areas at Tivoli/Tupper Complex or any other facility assigned by the Contract Supervisor on duty, inspects the condition of the entire site looking for building damage, broken glass, windows, loose doors, damaged locks, attempted forced entry, and security. Ensures that all exterior lights are turned off.

5. Be familiar with the fire and alarm system, know where they are located in the area and how they function.

In the event of a fire notifies the Fire Department at once and proceed to call the Facility Supervisor. Calls STRI Security Office and report the fire and fight the fire if possible until help arrives.

6. Will maintain a log on all visitors entering and leaving the building(s), to include name and hours of arrival and departure, organization of visitor. Will keep visitor counts on a daily basis.

7. Guards should be friendly, courteous, and tactful with visitors and provide information whenever they can. They should be constantly on the lookout for danger and be quick to act when unusual incidents occur.

8. In the event of an emergency situation, notifies the facility supervisor and the main Security Office as to the condition and course of action taken to correct any noted problems in case of emergencies like black outs, etc. should follow the instructions on the Guard Post Orders ANEX, that should be available at the post.

9. May provide relief to POST #2 when needed, but should previously notify library personnel of his temporary absence.

Duties of STRI Security Guards. POST #6

Location: Center for Tropical Paleo-ecology and Archeology at Ancon includes: Building 235, Dormitory, garages and adjacent areas to the building.

Tour of Duty: 07:00 – 15:00, 15:00 – 23:00 and 23:00 – 07:00 Monday through Sunday, including holidays.

Duties: This is a security guard post.

1. Upon arrival checks with the off-going security guard for current information, necessary equipment needed to perform his duties, changes, and activity in the facility; then conducts an inspection of the area and reports any deficiency found by him, or reported by the previous security guard on duty, to the Contractor’s on duty Supervisor who depending of the urgency, will report the situation to the Contractor’s Operations Supervisor the STRI’s Security Officer in charge immediately. Will keep a daily incident logbook.

2. Remains at the Center’s Entrances at all the times, maintains a constant patrol. Controls the entrance for vehicles, employees and visitors to the Building. Visitors will be allowed only if escorted and authorized by a STRI staff, this activity will also be recorded on the log-book Visitors will be required to show ID and sign the Log Book.

3. Protects all vehicles and equipment, maintain order and protects staff and visitors. Permits no loitering, lounging, or congregating in the area. Reports any discrepancies or unusual activities to the Facility Supervisor immediately.

4. Will conduct the patrol of the buildings and areas, inspects the condition of the entire complex looking for building damage, broken glass, windows, loose doors, damaged locks, attempted forced entry, and security. Ensure that all exterior lights are turned off.

5. Be familiar with the fire and alarm system, know where they are located in the area and how they function.

In the event of a fire notifies the Fire Department at once and proceed to call the Facility Supervisor. Calls STRI Security Office and report the fire and fight the fire if possible until help arrives.

6. Maintains a log on all staff entering and leaving the building(s), to include name and hours of arrival and departure.

7. Guards should be friendly, courteous, and tactful with visitors and provide information whenever they can. They should be constantly on the lookout for danger and be quick to act when unusual incidents occur.

8. In the event of an emergency situation, notifies the facility supervisor and the main Security Office as to the condition and course of action taken to correct any noted problems in case of emergencies like black outs, etc. should follow the instructions on the Guard Post Orders ANEX, that should be available at the post.

9. Maintains a list of all vehicles left in the parking area after 1800 Hrs

10. Verifies that vehicles using the road to the Ancon Apartments do it on the right direction. Maintains a list of all vehicles left in the parking area after 1800 hrs.

Duties of STRI Security Guards. POST #7

Location: Naos Complex includes: Buildings 352(Surf Side), 359, 356(Admin.), Emergency Generator, Pier, Waste Water Treatment Plant, 315(Diving Shop), 332, 317(Bunker), garages, and adjacent areas to the buildings.

Tour of Duty: Tour of Duty: 07:00 – 15:00, 15:00 – 23:00 and 23:00 – 07:00 Monday through Sunday, including holidays.

Duties: This is a security guard post.

1. Upon arrival checks with the off-going security guard for current information, necessary equipment needed to perform his duties, changes, and activity in the facility; then conducts an inspection of the area and reports any deficiency found by him, or reported by the previous security guard on duty, to the Contractor’s on duty Supervisor who depending of the urgency, will report the situation to the Contractor’s Operations Supervisor the STRI’s Security Officer in charge immediately. Will keep a daily incident logbook.

2. Remains at Naos Complex at all times, maintains a constant patrol. Controls the entrance for vehicles, employees and visitors to the site as much as possible. After 1900 hrs will place the chain and pad lock to block the entrance for Bldg. 356 parking lot, will remove the chain when normal office hours. .

3. Protects all vehicles and equipment, maintain order and protects staff and visitors. Permits no loitering, lounging, or congregating in the area. Reports any discrepancies or unusual activities to the Facility Supervisor immediately.

4. Will conduct patrol of the buildings and areas, inspects the condition of the entire site looking for building damage, broken glass, windows, loose doors, damaged locks, attempted forced entry, normal working condition of aquaria and security.

5. Be familiar with the fire and alarm system, know where they are located in the area and how they function.

In the event of a fire notifies the Fire Department at once and proceed to call the Facility Supervisor. Calls STRI Security Office and report the fire and fight the fire if possible until help arrives.

6. Guards should be friendly, courteous, and tactful with visitors and provide information whenever they can. They should be constantly on the lookout for danger and be quick to act when unusual incidents occur.

7. In the event of an emergency situation, notifies the facility supervisor and the main Security Office as to the condition and course of action taken to correct any noted problems in case of emergencies like black outs, etc. should follow the instructions on the Guard Post Orders ANEX, that should be

Duties of STRI Security Guards. POST # 8

Location: Naos Complex includes: Buildings 352(Surf Side), 359, 356(Admin.), Emergency Generator, Pier, Waste Water Treatment Plant, 315(Diving Shop), 332, 317(Bunker), garages, and adjacent areas to the buildings.

Tour of Duty: 07:00 – 15:00, 15:00 – 23:00 and 23:00 – 07:00 Monday through Sunday, including holidays.

Duties: This is a security guard post.

1. Upon arrival checks with the off-going security guard for current information, necessary equipment needed to perform his duties, changes, and activity in the facility; then conducts an inspection of the area and reports any deficiency found by him, or reported by the previous security guard on duty, to the Contractor’s on duty Supervisor who depending of the urgency, will report the situation to the Contractor’s Operations Supervisor the STRI’s Security Officer in charge immediately. Will keep a daily incident logbook.

2. Remains at Naos Complex at all times, maintains a constant patrol. Controls the entrance for vehicles, employees and visitors to the site as much as possible. After 1900 hrs will place the chain and pad lock to block the entrance for Bldg. 356 parking lot, will remove the chain when normal office hours. .

3. Protects all vehicles and equipment, maintain order and protects staff and visitors. Permits no loitering, lounging, or congregating in the area. Reports any discrepancies or unusual activities to the Facility Supervisor immediately.

4. Will conduct patrol of the buildings and areas, inspects the condition of the entire site looking for building damage, broken glass, windows, loose doors, damaged locks, attempted forced entry, normal working condition of aquaria and security.

5. Be familiar with the fire and alarm system, know where they are located in the area and how they function.

In the event of a fire notifies the Fire Department at once and proceed to call the Facility Supervisor.