Statement_of_Work-Music.pdf

STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)

FOR

MUSIC INSTRUCTOR SERVICES

LOS ANGELES AIR FORCE BASE

EL SEGUNDO CA

20 JUL 15

Statement of Work Music Contract

1. Description of Service: The Contractor shall furnish all personnel, equipment, labor, tools, materials, supervision, transportation and other item and services necessary to perform instructor services for the LAAFB Youth Center at Fort MacArthur, San Pedro, California.

1.1 Basic Services: The Contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, vehicles, supervision, (except as specified in Appendix C as Government –Furnished property and services), and other items and services necessary to perform all planning, teaching, and conducting of music activity tasks and functions for the LAAFB as defined in this SOW.

LAAFB includes Fort MacArthur located 20 miles south in San Pedro, California.

1.2 Programs

1.2.1 Fort MacArthur Youth Center Guitar Lessons and Band: The Contractor shall provide musical instruction to assist musicians (focus on teens, all ages welcome) in developing skills for performing and improvising on the guitar or other instruments. At minimum, the instruction shall include the following:

- Techniques for using the guitar

- Proper holding and use of strings for each sound as well as blending the sounds.

- After introducing the guitar, blending in the sounds of additional instruments.

1.2.2 Summer Youth Center Day Camp Music Hour: The Contractor shall lead musical songs, sessions for identifying musical instruments and sounds, sessions for making music with various instruments (e.g. drums and guitar), sessions for movement (i.e. dancing or dance with hula hoops in rhythm with music), and musical games for elementary aged children classes at the Youth Center Day Camp Program.

1.2.3 Fort MacArthur Youth Center Holiday Winter/Spring Performing Ensembles: The Contractor shall plan a performance and prepare children at the LAAFB Youth Center for the Tree Lighting Ceremony at Fort MacArthur, San Pedro, California. The Contractor shall prepare children for Winter and Spring ensembles of voices and/or instruments for spring and winter each year featuring school-aged youth.

1.2.4 Youth Center Performing Groups: The contractor shall lead the group in a recital after participants have received the appropriate amount of training and instruction (i.e. within a seven week time period). The performing group will practice and prepare for the performance at the Fort MacArthur Youth Center in a room to be determined to be acceptable by both the Contractor and the activity manager. If music, costuming, and props are needed, the Contractor shall submit a request for purchase to the Youth Director at least two weeks in advance, (if funding is available).

2. Performance Evaluation: Performance of a service shall be evaluated to determine whether or not (i.e. “Satisfactory” or “Unsatisfactory”) it meets the performance requirements of this contract. Re-performance of unacceptable services at no additional cost is the preferred course of action when appropriate. In the case of issued Corrective Action Reports (CARs), the Contracting Officer shall take appropriate measures according to the “inspection of Services” clause.

3. Government Furnished Property and Services: The Government will provide, without cost to the Contractor, the equipment or materials listed below:

- Youth Center Guitar Lessons: Workshop will be held at Youth Center facility.

Individuals will provide their own instruments. The Youth Center will provide an amplifier, electric guitar, and acoustic guitar which will remain at the facility at all times and is the property of the Youth Center.

- Ensemble Performing Groups: Workshops will be held at the Youth Center.

The Contractor shall complete a Government furnished property inventory with a 61 FSS representative within 20 working days of the contract start date.

3.1 Facilities: No smoking as allowed in Government facilities. The Contractor shall leave the facility in the same condition (or better) as received. The Contractor and its employees are prohibited from making alterations to the any facility. When storing equipment, storage areas shall be kept in an orderly and professional manner to facilitate use and minimize loss or damage of equipment.

3.1.1 Hazardous Material: The Contractor shall comply with base Hazardous Material (HAZMAT) regulations for all issues of hazardous materials, and ensure storage procedures meet all federal, state, and local requirements.

3.1.2 Utilities: The Government shall furnish utility services such as water and electric for Contractor use in the performance of this SOW. The Contractor shall ensure employees conserve utilities.

3.1.3 Communication

3.1.3.1 Telephone: The Contractor shall be allowed the use of the telephone for contacting Government Officials (e.g. Contracting Officer (CO), Civil Engineers, Fire Department, Security Forces) facilitating this contract, responding to customer complaints, and any other directly contract related communications.

3.1.3.2 Communication Security (COMSEC): All DoD communications are subject to COMSEC review. Use of DoD telephones and telephone systems constitutes consent to COMSEC monitoring. The Contractor shall comply with LAAFB COMSEC procedures and rules.

3.1.4 Refuse Collection: Waster generated by the Contractor in performance of the services specified with this SOW shall be deposited in Government dumpsters, excluding hazardous materials in which proper disposal instructions shall be complied with. The Contractor shall comply with base recycling regulations.

3.1.5 Hazardous Materials: Prior to use on Los Angeles AFB, the Contractor shall provide the Base Hazardous Material Pharmacy, through the CO, a list of all hazardous materials the Contractor intends to bring onto Government property and shall provide a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for each Hazardous Chemical listed in OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 DFR 1910.1200 in accordance with LAAFB Hazardous Material Management.

3.1.6 Emergency Medical Service: Emergency medical treatment and emergency patient transportation service is only available through the local community.

3.1.7 Security Forces: The Government will provide general security service. Security Forces phone extensions are 911 for emergencies, and 653-5787 for routine calls.

4. General Information

4.1 Contractor Personnel

4.1.1 Contract Manager: The Contractor shall appoint a Program Manager (PM) or Contract Manager (CM) to provide quality control, and who shall represent the Contractor and be responsible for the performance of the work throughout the term of the contract. The name of this person and alternate(s) who shall act for the Contractor when the manager is absent shall be designated in writing to the CO and the QAP. The PM shall be able to speak, read, write, and understand English. The PM shall be able to effectively communicate with Contractor employees.

4.1.2 Contractor Employees: The Government reserves the right to restrict the employment, under this contract, of any Contractor employee, or prospective contractor employee who is identified as a potential threat to health, safety, security, general well-being, or the operational mission of the installation and its population. Employees shall not be allowed to work if it is apparent he/she has been consuming alcoholic beverages, or controlled substances. At no time shall an employee consume alcoholic beverages or use tobacco products in or around, the playing area. Employees shall not engage in arguments or behave in an unprofessional manner during, prior, or after scheduled classes.

4.1.3 Employee Certifications/Security Requirements: The Contractor shall make sure employees have current and valid professional certification before staring work under this contract. The instructor must be First Aid and CPR certified with valid cards at the time instructions. In addition, Favorable background investigations must be obtained for all contractors that work with minors IAW AFI 34-249 and DoDI 1402.5. The NAFI is responsible for the cost of all background investigations. If any of the required investigations return unfavorable, the contract is terminated on the spot.

Touch Policy

1. Appropriate Touching Involves:

a. Recognition of the importance of physical contact in child nurturance and guidance.

b. Adult respect for personal space of children. Children always have the right to refuse these touches.

c. Responses affecting the safety and wll being of the child for example, holding the hand of a child when crossing the street; holding a child gently, but firmly during a temper tantrum.

d. Other examples of appropriate touching include hugs, holding hands, reassuring touches on the shoulder, assisting with toileting where needed for preschoolers, cleaning the genital area when diapering infants and toddlers, naptime back rubs, shaking hands, and pats on the back.

e. Children are taught through modeling and verbal guidance to use words rather than physical interaction to settle their difference with others. Touches of restraint shall be done as a last resort to prevent a child from injuring him/herself or others. In addition, touches of restraint should not be done in a humiliating or harmful way.

2. Inappropriate Touching Involves the following:

a. Coercion or other form of exploitation of the child’s lack of knowledge.

b. Satisfaction of the adult’s needs at the expense of the child.

c. Violation of laws against sex and contact between adults and children.

d. An attempt to change child behavior with adult physical force often applied in anger.

e. Example of inappropriate touching include: corporal punishment, slapping, striking, or punching, tickling for prolonged periods, kissing, pinching, picking a child up by his/her arm, shaking, fondling, or molestation.

4.1.3.1 Employment of Government Employees: The Contractor shall not employ any person who is an employee of the United States Government if the employment of that person would create a conflict of interest, or the appearance of a conflict of interest, nor shall the Contractor employ any person who is an employee of the Department of the Air Force, either military or civilian, unless such person seeks and receives proper approval. The Contractor is cautioned that off-duty active military personnel hired under this contract may be subject to permanent change of station (PCS), change in duty hours, or deployment. Military reservists and National Guard members may be subject to recall and active duty. Their absence at any time shall not constitute an excuse for nonperformance under this contract. The Contractor is prohibited from employing off-duty QAP who are managing any contract or subcontracts awarded to Contractors.

4.2 Hours of Operation

4.2.1 Normal Hours of Operation: The Contractor shall perform the services required under this contract in accordance with Appendix A of this SOW.

4.2.2 Federal Holidays: The Contractor is not required to provide services on the following federal holidays:

New Year’s Day Labor Day Martin Luther King’s Birthday Columbus Day President’s Day Veterans Day Memorial Day Thanksgiving Day Independence Day Christmas Day If the federal holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, it may be observed on Friday or Monday as directed.

4.2.3 Performance Evaluation Meetings: The Contracting Officer (CO) may require the contract manager to meet at least weekly with the Quality Assurance Personnel (QAP) and the Contracting Officer during the first month of the contract. Meetings will be as often as necessary thereafter as determined by the CO. However, if the Contractor requests, a meeting will be held.

4.2.4 Government Quality Assurance: The Government may evaluate the Contractor’s performance under this contract by inspecting each task as completed. Government personnel will record all surveillance observations.

4.2.4.1 Scope Changes: Any matter concerning a change to the scope, prices, terms or conditions of this contract shall be referred to the Contracting Officer.

4.3 Safety: The applicable Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) standards will be mandatory for this contract. The Contractor shall comply with all Federal, State, and local laws concerning safety. The Contractor shall manage all work areas to ensure the safety of building occupants, base personnel, or visitors in or near the area. Contractor must ensure that personnel are properly trained on the equipment they are tasked to operate.

4.4 Phase Out: If the contracted operation reverts to in-house operations, the Contractor shall cooperate with the 61 FSF/FSFY personnel to ensure an orderly change over. In the event a follow-on contract is awarded to other than the incumbent, the incumbent Contractor shall cooperate to the extent required to permit an orderly transition to the successful Contractor.

Recruitment notices may be placed in each facility to allow successor Contractor’s access to incumbent employees.

5. APPENDICES

A. Estimated Workload B. Applicable Publications and Forms C. Government Furnished Property/Services/Equipment

Appendix A – Estimated Workload

Location of Event

Duration Frequency Required Times of Service

Number of Weeks

Youth Center Performing

Ensembles (5 years and older)

1 hours each Monday

Weekly 1600-1700 52

Fort MacArthur Youth Center

Guitar Lessons

1.5 hours each Thursday

Weekly 1600-1730 52

Fort MacArthur Youth Center Band (9 years and older)

1.5 hours each Fridays

Weekly 1730-1900 52

Summer Youth Center Day

Camp Music Hour

1 hour each Thursday

Weekly 1500-1600 12 (June, July, August when school is out of session)