2015_PWS_Draft_v5-Genetics_FINAL_Revised_16_Jul_15.docx

Attachment 1

PR# F2J4PC5139AW01

16 Jul 2015

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

For Molecular genetics staffing Non-Personal Services

1. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES AND GENERAL INFORMATION. The Government requires one full time equivalent (FTE) Molecular Genetics Laboratory Technologist w/ASCP Certification as a Technologist in Molecular Biology, six FTE Molecular Genetics Laboratory Technologists, one FTE Medical Laboratory Technician and three FTE Reference Laboratory Administration Clerks for this Performance Work Statement (PWS). Contractor personnel shall work in one or more of the laboratories, servicing government beneficiaries in all age groups, located at the Keesler Medical Center, Keesler Air Force Base (KAFB), Mississippi (MS), also referred to as the "medical treatment facility" (MTF) herein. Performance shall be in accordance with (IAW) the requirements contained in this PWS and the professional standards of the Joint Commission (JC).

1.1. CONTRACTOR MANAGMEMENT STAFF RESPONSIBILITIES.

1.1.1. Verification and Validation of Candidate Qualifications. The Contractor shall verify and validate candidate qualifications against Government minimum requirements prior to submission of qualifying documents.

1.1.2. Placement of Contractor Personnel. The Contractor shall recruit and place contractor personnel in a timely manner: Contractor personnel shall physically start work no later than 30 calendar days from the initial date on the period of performance.

1.1. 3. Replacement of Contractor Personnel. The Contractor shall replace permanent contractor personnel such that vacancies will not exceed 30 consecutive calendar days. When replacing a contractor personnel, the consecutive calendar days begin when the contractor personnel terminates employment. The replacement contractor personnel must begin work within 30 consecutive calendar days after the previous contractor personnel departed the position.

1.1.4. Substitute or Temporary Coverage. The Contractor shall substitute permanent contractor personnel whenever a temporary absence is expected to exceed 30 consecutive calendar days. The Contractor shall promptly notify the COR and Government supervisor of any projected absences exceeding 30 consecutive calendar days and ensure no temporary absence exceeds 30 consecutive calendar days through the use of a qualified substitute.

1.1.5. Resolve Performance Issues. The Contractor shall adequately resolve MTF and patient complaints regarding contractor personnel which satisfy Government concerns.

1.2. SPECIFIC PROCEDURES FOR WHICH THE CONTRACTOR SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE.

1.2.1. TYPE OF WORK. (Senior) Molecular Genetics Laboratory Technologist w/ASCP Certification as Technologist in Molecular Biology. The duties include but are not limited to the following;

1.2.1.1. Must be capable of performing clinical laboratory testing for nucleic acid-based diseases for Department of Defense (DoD) beneficiaries and on survey samples submitted to the laboratory for quality assurance and proficiency testing.

1.2.1.2. Routinely performs testing on blood, cells, cell cultures, and various tissue samples from patients, deceased individuals, and fetuses (prenatal testing).

1.2.1.3. Must maintain sample tracking and integrity meticulously to prevent cross-contamination of samples. Nucleic acid testing is subject to a multitude of constantly changing variables, which can affect the results.

1.2.1.4. Demonstrates high-level laboratory problem solving skills and analytical abilities to successfully perform assigned laboratory testing.

1.2.1.5. Receives packages containing samples, and verifies the presence of the correct contents and paperwork, the adequacy of the sample, and the documentation.

1.2.1.6. Creates labels and folders for the test to be performed. Records the samples on the correct worksheets in the laboratory, in computer information management systems, and on Excel spreadsheets.

1.2.1.7. Extracts nucleic acid from samples utilizing multiple established protocols. Assesses the adequacy of the nucleic acid obtained, quantifies final nucleic acid samples, and documents results of nucleic acid extraction processes. Performs calculations to determine appropriate dilutions of nucleic acid and/or quantities to be used for various testing procedures.

1.2.1.8. Performs a variety of nucleic acid-based analytical procedures including (but not limited to) polymerase chain reactions (PCR), Southern analysis, allele-specific oligonucleotide hybridization, short-tandem repeat length analysis, DNA or RNA sequencing, restriction enzyme digestion, capillary or gel-based electrophoresis, microarrays, and allele-specific PCR. Utilizes computerized robotics, column and array-based sequencers, various electrophoresis and hybridization equipment, and photographic and digital imaging equipment to perform and document testing. Analyzes and interprets the results obtained.

1.2.1.9. Performs PCR to amplify regions of nucleic acid of interest using protocols established in the laboratory. Pours and runs (via electrophoresis) agarose gels to assess the adequacy of the PCR products obtained. Documents the results utilizing digital and/or photographic imaging systems.

1.2.1.10. If PCR reactions are not successful, performs problem-solving steps to determine the cause of the failure and corrects the problem. Must repeat PCR reactions on individual samples as required to obtain adequate results.

1.2.1.11. PCR must be performed without contamination. It is expected that contamination-free controls will be run with all reactions.

1.2.1.12. Correctly tracks nucleic acid/PCR samples to maintain chain of identity and prevent sample mix-up.

1.2.1.13. Achieves the laboratory standards for turn-around time.

1.2.1.14. Documents the results of testing in patient folders and laboratory information management systems (LIMS). Presents testing results to the laboratory director for verification and final reporting. Types draft versions of laboratory reports. Verifies and certifies results in LIMS using established protocols.

1.2.1.15. Maintains data on testing and PCR failure rates, problems encountered, and solutions to those problems. Tabulates data and performs statistical evaluation of data for Quality Assurance monitoring.

1.2.1.16. Participates in the development and evaluation of new testing equipment and/or techniques.

1.2.1.17. Collates data and documents validation studies on new testing procedures developed in the lab, as assigned by the laboratory director.

1.2.1.18. Generates operating instructions (OI’s) in accordance with established Air Force and College of American Pathologists (CAP) guidelines for new procedures, as assigned by the laboratory director.

1.2.1.19. Maintains assigned equipment by performing and documenting required daily checks, scheduling and/or performing preventive maintenance, and obtaining repairs as required. Makes assigned solutions for general lab use according to established laboratory procedures. Monitors levels of assigned supply items and orders additional supplies as necessary to maintain adequate stock on hand in the laboratory.

1.2.1.20. Answers laboratory telephone calls, which may include calls from other laboratories or providers seeking information. Correctly provides information about test availability, sample and consent requirements, availability of forms, and other general lab information to callers. Correctly refers callers to the genetic counselor, supervisor, or lab director as indicated.

1.2.1.21. Actively participates in preparations for CAP, Joint Commission and other inspections.

1.2.1.22. Adheres to infection control procedures including use of personal protective equipment and disposal of bio-hazardous waste.

1.2.1.23. Participates in required lab training, in-services and continuing medical education programs. Participates in required hospital training.

1.2.1.24. Ensures a safe work environment and employee safe work habits.

1.2.1.25. Provides additional technical/subject matter expertise for the lab as follows:

1.2.1.25.1. Develops protocols for new assays or to improve current assays in the laboratory. Researches published protocols, reagents, and equipment, and adapts for use in the laboratory. Performs validation studies on new protocols. Writes or edits operating instructions for new or updated protocols. Instructs other technologist in the performace of new or updated protocols.

1.2.1.25.2. Assists other technologists in problems-solving when assays fail, equipment malfunctions, or contamination occurs. Teaches problem- solving steps to other technologists in the laboratory.

1.2.1.25.3. Reviews data produced by technologists in the laboratory for quality and accuracy. Provides feedback to the technologist who produced the data. Reviews and approves data for submission to laboratory director prior to patient reporting.

1.2.1.25.4. Performs and documents competency assessments of personnel performing high complexity testing, as delegated by the laboratory or section director.

1.2.2. TYPE OF WORK. Molecular Genetics Laboratory Technologist. The duties include but are not limited to the following:

1.2.2.1. Must be capable of performing clinical laboratory testing for nucleic acid-based diseases for DoD beneficiaries and on survey samples submitted to the laboratory for quality assurance and proficiency testing.

1.2.2.2. Routinely performs testing on blood, cells, cell cultures, and various tissue samples from patients, deceased individuals, and fetuses (prenatal testing).

1.2.2.3. Must maintain sample tracking and integrity meticulously to prevent cross-contamination of samples. Nucleic acid testing is subject to a multitude of constantly changing variables, which can affect the results.

1.2.2.4. Demonstrates high-level laboratory problem solving skills and analytical abilities to successfully perform assigned laboratory testing.

1.2.2.5. Receives packages containing samples, and verifies the presence of the correct contents and paperwork, the adequacy of the sample, and the documentation.

1.2.2.6. Creates labels and folders for the test to be performed. Records the samples on the correct worksheets in the laboratory, in computer information management systems, and on Excel spreadsheets.

1.2.2.7. Extracts nucleic acid from samples utilizing multiple established protocols. Assesses the adequacy of the nucleic acid obtained, quantifies final nucleic acid samples, and documents results of nucleic acid extraction processes. Performs calculations to determine appropriate dilutions of nucleic acid and/or quantities to be used for various testing procedures.

1.2.2.8. Performs a variety of nucleic acid-based analytical procedures including (but not limited to) polymerase chain reactions (PCR), Southern analysis, allele-specific oligonucleotide hybridization, short-tandem repeat length analysis, DNA or RNA sequencing, restriction enzyme digestion, capillary or gel-based electrophoresis, microarrays, and allele-specific PCR. Utilizes computerized robotics, column and array-based sequencers, various electrophoresis and hybridization equipment, and photographic and digital imaging equipment to perform and document testing. Analyzes and interprets the results obtained.

1.2.2.9. Performs PCR to amplify regions of nucleic acid of interest using protocols established in the laboratory. Pours and runs (via electrophoresis) agarose gels to assess the adequacy of the PCR products obtained. Documents the results utilizing digital and/or photographic imaging systems.

1.2.2.10. If PCR reactions are not successful, performs problem-solving steps to determine the cause of the failure and corrects the problem. Must repeat PCR reactions on individual samples as required to obtain adequate results.

1.2.2.11. PCR must be performed without contamination. It is expected that contamination-free controls will be run with all reactions.

1.2.2.12. Correctly tracks nucleic acid/PCR samples to maintain chain of identity and prevent sample mix-up.

1.2.2.13. Achieves the laboratory standards for turn-around time.

1.2.2.14. Documents the results of testing in patient folders and laboratory information management systems (LIMS). Presents testing results to the laboratory director for verification and final reporting. Types draft versions of laboratory reports. Verifies and certifies results in LIMS using established protocols.

1.2.2.15. Maintains data on testing and PCR failure rates, problems encountered, and solutions to those problems. Tabulates data and performs statistical evaluation of data for Quality Assurance monitoring.

1.2.2.16. Participates in the development and evaluation of new testing equipment and/or techniques.

1.2.2.17. Collates data and documents validation studies on new testing procedures developed in the lab, as assigned by the laboratory director.

1.2.2.18. Generates operating instructions (OI’s) in accordance with established Air Force and CAP guidelines for new procedures, as assigned by the laboratory director.

1.2.2.19. Maintains assigned equipment by performing and documenting required daily checks, scheduling and/or performing preventive maintenance, and obtaining repairs as required. Makes assigned solutions for general lab use according to established laboratory procedures. Monitors levels of assigned supply items and order additional supplies as necessary to maintain adequate stock on hand in the laboratory.

1.2.2.20. Answers laboratory telephone calls, which may include calls from other laboratories or providers seeking information. Correctly provides information about test availability, sample and consent requirements, availability of forms, and other general lab information to callers. Correctly refers callers to the genetic counselor, supervisor, or lab director as indicated.

1.2.2.21. Actively participates in preparations for CAP, Joint Commission and other inspections.

1.2.2.22. Adheres to infection control procedures including use of personal protective equipment and disposal of bio-hazardous waste.

1.2.2.23. Participates in required lab training, in-services and continuing medical education programs. Completes required hospital training.

1.2.2.24. Ensures a safe work environment and employee safe work habits.

1.2.3. TYPE OF WORK. Medical Laboratory Technician. The duties include but are not limited to the following:

1.2.3.1. Performs clinical laboratory tests in any one or a combination of areas as described in following sections of the laboratory: Cytogenetics, Molecular Genetics, Molecular Cytogenetics.

1.2.3.2. Performs a wide variety of laboratory tests either manually or using automated instrumentation.

1.2.3.3. Evaluates quality control information against measurable criteria in the performance of laboratory tests.

1.2.3.4. Performs precise and accurate laboratory testing according to established laboratory procedures.

1.2.3.5. Receives written or electronic requisitions from health care providers for routine and special laboratory tests.

1.2.3.6. Sets up and adjusts laboratory equipment and apparatus.

1.2.3.7. Adds reagents or indicator solutions, and subjects specimens to various laboratory operations according to established procedures.

1.2.3.8. Prepares slides for microscopic analysis as necessary.

1.2.3.9. Observes test reactions, changes of color, or formation of precipitates; studies or subjects treated specimens to automatic analyzing equipment to make qualitative and quantitative analysis.

1.2.3.10. Records test results to flat logs and request slips and file reports in the electronic health record.

1.2.3.11. Brings to the attention of the section supervisor, pathologist or general laboratory supervisor any unusual or grossly abnormal test result.

1.2.3.12. Performs light general cleaning of work areas such as collection of trash, autoclaving of specimens, cleaning of bench tops and light dusting.

1.2.3.13. Prepares specimens for transport to MTF laboratory or for other civilian/DOD reference laboratories.

1.2.3.14. Prepares biological waste for proper disposal.

1.2.3.15. Participates/performs the prescribed QC and CAP proficiency testing (PT) programs.

1.2.3.16. Performs and documents required equipment maintenance as required.

1.2.3.17. Adheres to infection control procedures including the use of personal protective equipment and proper disposal of waste

1.2.3.18. Participates in required equipment, in-service training and continuing medical education. Complete required hospital training.

1.2.3.19. Ensures safe work environment and employ safe work habits.

1.2.4. Reference Laboratory Administrative Clerk. The duties include but are not limited to the following:

1.2.4.1. Receives and opens packages for the reference laboratory and registers laboratory specimens in the computer system in preparation for testing by clinical personnel. Prepares laboratory batch/worksheets. Prepares laboratory results from already-established, standard reports for laboratory officer review and approval. Communicates with referring laboratories or providers to solve problems.

1.2.4.2. Performs administrative procedures related to follow-up and tracking of active reference laboratory orders, results and reports in the Government computer systems and records.

1.2.4.3. Receives packages mailed by referring laboratories that contain specimens and paperwork for processing.

1.2.4.4. Delivers specimens to laboratory sections, placing in proper location.

1.2.4.5. Processes paperwork and maintains working folders for each order.

1.2.4.6. Retrieves Composite Health Care systems (CHCS) and Armed Forces Health Longitudinal Technology Application (AHLTA) orders, documents receipt of package (specimens) as accessions.

1.2.4.7. Identifies discrepancies in orders and works with the referring laboratory to resolve documentation issues.

1.2.4.8. Based upon patient demographic, type of specimen and test, and results, selects appropriate report for use for results documentation from existing, standard reports already available. Copies and pastes report into computer systems for laboratory officer review and approval. If no report exists, does not complete the documentation in the computer system and passes to the laboratory officer for completion.

1.2.4.9. Obtains other reports and patient information for delivery to referring laboratory and Reference Laboratory records.

1.2.4.10. Accessions patients into the laboratory rosters (issues accession numbers and updates files daily). Thus, preparing a tracking log and suspense file.

1.2.4.11. Serves as recorder for the periodic meetings and committees for the Reference Laboratory.

1.2.4.12. Prepares and distributes meeting agenda and minutes as required.

1.2.4.13. Tracks open items of the meeting through to completion.

1.2.4.14. Participates in quality assurance activities by collating data and typing and formatting operating instructions.

1.3. PROCEDURE GUIDANCE. Contractor personnel shall perform procedures compatible with the MTF’s operating capacity and equipment. New medical procedures/services shall not be introduced without prior recommendation to, and approval of, the MTF Commander or authorized representative.

1.4. PATIENT SENSITIVITY. Contractor personnel shall provide patients with the utmost care and attention. All patients shall be assured of their privacy and personal dignity.

1.5. COMMUNICATION. Contractor personnel shall maintain open and professional communication with members of the MTF staff. Complaints validated by the Flight Commander/Medical Director shall be reported in writing to the Contract Administrator and the Contractor for action. Failure of the Contractor to correct validated complaints raised by the MTF staff and the Contracting Officer (CO) will be considered a failure to perform.

1.6. DOCUMENTATION. Contractor personnel shall prepare all documentation (to include patient records) to meet or exceed established standards of the MTF, to include but not limited to, timeliness, accuracy, content, and signature. Only MTF and Air Force-approved abbreviations shall be used for documentation of the patient health record.

1.7. CONTINUING HEALTH EDUCATION (CHE)/ CERTIFIED EDUCATION UNITS (CEU) REQUIREMENTS. Contractor personnel registered or certified by national/medical associations shall continue to meet the minimum standards for CHE to remain current as prescribed in Chapter 4, AFI 41-117, Medical Service Officer Education, 25 Mar 15. CHE hours will be reported to the Medical Director, annually on the first normal duty day in January for the previous calendar year. Periodic CHE may be conducted at the MTF and will be available, at no cost, should the Contractor personnel desire to attend. Attendance will be at the discretion of the Flight Commander/Medical Director and will not be billable.

1.8. PERSONNEL.

1.8.1. POINT OF CONTACT (POC). The Contractor shall provide a POC who shall be responsible for the performance of the work. The POC shall have full authority to act for the Contractor on all matters relating to the daily operation of this contract. The POC may be Contractor personnel providing care IAW this PWS. The Contractor shall designate this individual, in writing, to the CO before the contract start date. An alternate may be designated, but the Contractor shall identify those times when the alternate shall be the primary POC.

1.8.2. AVAILABILITY. The Contractor’s designated project manager shall notify the Flight Commander/Medical Director, as early as possible of programmed absences of the Contractor personnel to allow for planning of service coverage and workload distribution.

1.8.2.1. Hours of Operation. KAFB and the MTF operates on a 24/7 basis.

1.8.2.2. Work Schedule/Duty Hours. All positions work a compress work schedule (CWS). Week one consists of four 9 hour days (Mon.-Thurs.) and an 8 hour Friday (44 total hrs). Week two consists of four 9 hour days (Mon. – Thurs.) with Friday off (36 total hrs). Typical duty hours will be 0700-1700 Monday through Thursday and alternate Fridays 0700-1600, and includes a 60 minute lunch break. Specific work hours will be scheduled by the lab officer/laboratory supervisor, not to exceed 80 hours per two-week period. Per the Department of Labor (DOL), different workweeks may be established for different employees or groups of employees. The contractor is expected to calculate the overtime required by DOL and include this in their burdened rate. If there is a CLIN for overage in the task order, these hours will only reflect hours worked outside the normal duty schedule.

1.8.2.3. Contractor staff shall be required to log in time worked in both the Defense Medical Human Resource System – internet (DMHRSi), as well as any locally established duty tracking system as established by the duty section.

1.8.2.4. Holidays. The Contractor shall not be required to provide services on the following Federal holidays (or the actual day set aside for observation): New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans’ Day, Thanksgiving Day, and/or Christmas Day.

1.8.2.5. Air Education and Training Command (AETC) Family Days. Services will not be required on the following AETC Family Days:

2015: 27 Nov 15, 24 Dec 15, 31 Dec 15 2016: 27 May 16, 5 Jul 16, 2 Sep 16, 25 Nov 16, 27 Dec 16 2017: 26 May 17, 3 July 17, 1 Sep 17, 24 Nov 17, 26 Dec 17 2018: 25 May 18, 5 July 18, 31 Aug 18, 23 Nov 18, 24 Dec 18, 31 Dec 18

The Contractor shall be given prior notice for Family Days of subsequent years.

1.8.2.6. Vacation/Absences. Contractor personnel are authorized excused absences for vacations, sick leave, CHE, or other miscellaneous reasons. Absences are to be coordinated at a minimum two weeks in advance with, and at the discretion of, the Flight Commander or Laboratory Director.

1.8.2.7. Overage. An overage hour is an hour scheduled for the contractor personnel to perform services beyond the normal duty hours outlined in the contract. Overage may be required for the (Senior) Molecular Genetics Laboratory Technologist w/ASCP Certification as Technologist in Molecular Biology. Overage will be at the direction of the Genetics Lab Leadership on an “As Required” basis. The total number of overage hours worked cannot exceed the number identified in the contract.

1.8.2.8. Unplanned Closures. In the event of an unplanned closure of the facility due to natural disasters, military emergency, or severe weather, Contractor personnel shall be allowed to account for those hours as billable to the Government if the following two conditions exist: (1) local base policy and base access procedures prevented the Contractor personnel from performing duties at the place of performance; and, (2) the Contractor personnel was scheduled to work, but unable to work because of the unplanned closure. If any of these conditions do not exist (e.g., the Contractor personnel was on leave), the Contractor cannot bill the Government for hours during the unplanned closure.

1.8.2.9. Emergency Situations. In the instance where the Government Supervisor directs the Contractor personnel to remain on duty in excess of the scheduled shift due to an unforeseen emergency or to complete patient treatment where lack of continuity of care would otherwise jeopardize patient health, the Contractor personnel shall remain on duty. This provision is not intended to apply to the time required to complete routine tasks (e.g., completion of paperwork or routine administrative tasks at the end of a shift) which are to be completed as part of the shift. If the contract includes overage hours, the Government Supervisor may use those overage hours. If the contract does not include overage hours, the Government Supervisor shall adjust the Contractor personnel’s work schedule for the additional hours such that the number of duty hours on the contract is not exceeded.

1.8.3. CONTRACTOR MANPOWER REPORTING. The Contractor shall report ALL Contractor labor hours (including subcontractor labor hours) for performance of services under this contract via a secure data collection site. The Contractor is required to completely fill in all required data fields at http://www.ecmra.mil. Reporting inputs will be for all labor executed during the performance for each Government fiscal year (FY), which runs 1 October through 30 September. While inputs may be reported at any time during the FY, all data shall be reported no later than 31 October of each calendar year. Contractors may direct questions to the Contractor Manpower Reporting Application (CMRA) help desk.

1.9. PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS.

1.9.1. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT. Contractor personnel shall read, understand, speak, and write English fluently – at a level sufficient to understand and effectively communicate technical and theoretical knowledge related to the field of genetics and genetic testing.

1.9.2. APPEARANCE AND CONDUCT. Contractor personnel shall present a professional, conservative, and neat appearance. Contractor personnel shall report for duty in appropriate attire befitting a health care setting and having complied with socially acceptable standards of personal hygiene expected of health care workers. The Contractor personnel shall display a professional, positive, and cooperative attitude while in the workplace.

1.9.2.1. While on duty, the Contractor personnel shall be neat and clean, free from visible dirt and stains, well groomed, and appropriately dressed. The Contractor personnel’s clothing shall fit correctly to provide a professional, modest appearance, in keeping with normally accepted community standards of dress for the work being performed.

1.9.2.2. Facial hair (including beards, mustaches, and sideburns) shall be controlled (restrained) or trimmed. It shall not interfere with safe work practices, look unkempt, or be unclean. Facial hair shall not interfere with the face seal if a tight-fitting respirator (e.g., N95) is required to be worn for normal duties.

1.9.2.3. The Contractor personnel shall display legible MTF-provided identification media on his/her outer clothing.

1.9.2.4. Protective Clothing. Protective Clothing. When required and supplied by theGovernment, Contractor personnel shall wear special protective clothing andshoe covers. When duties will be performed in specified areas, a disposable protective suit with other appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) (for example, gloves, boots, etc.) shall be worn to ensure universal precautions are observed.The Government will provide ALL PPE. These items shall remain the propertyof the Government and shall not be removed from the MTF. After use, protective clothing shall be turned in or destroyed as directed by the Chief of Service.

1.9.3. FORMAL EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION.

1.9.3.1. (Senior) Molecular Genetics Laboratory Technologist w/ASCP Certification as Technologist in Molecular Biology

1.9.3.1.1. Must possess Bachelor’s degree in a biological science (e.g. biology, microbiology, genetics, cell biology, marine biology, etc) with biology laboratory experience.

1.9.3.1.2. Must have/maintain current certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) as a Technologist in Molecular Biology.

1.9.3.1.3. Must possess sufficient skills to perform the following procedures independently and without additional training or direction: PCR, real-time PCR, Sanger sequencing, DNA extraction and quantitation, gel electrophoresis, and fragment length determination using capillary electrophoresis. Skill in performing molecular analysis using microarrays and Nextgen sequencing is also desired.

1.9.3.2. Molecular Genetics Laboratory Technologist.

1.9.3.2.1. Must possess Bachelor’s degree in a biological science (e.g. biology, microbiology, genetics, cell biology, marine biology, etc) with biology laboratory experience.

1.9.3.2.2. Must have/maintain current certification as a Laboratory Technologist by the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP).

1.9.3.3. Medical Laboratory Technician

1.9.3.3.1. Graduation from a medical laboratory technician training program accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).

1.9.3.3.2. Must possess/maintain certification as a Laboratory Technician through the Board of Registry of the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or the American Medical Technologists (AMT).

1.9.3.4. Reference Laboratory Administrative Clerk.

1.9.3.4.1. Education. High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) equivalency. Medical terminology and Medical Administrative Specialist Certification desired.

1.9.4. Licensure/Registration. IAW paragraph 3.1, AFI 44-119, Medical Quality Operations, 16 Aug 11, military, civil service, and personal services Contractor personnel who require a license, certification, or registration to perform their duties must maintain a license or other authorizing document such as certification or registration from any U.S. jurisdiction. (NOTE: Dietitians, physician assistants, and substance abuse counselors are exempt from the requirement for an authorizing document from a U.S. jurisdiction. For these professional groups, national registration/certification meets the requirement). Managed care support contract (MCSC) resource-sharing providers, and other non-personal services contract personnel providing care in the MTF must be licensed in the jurisdiction in which the MTF is located. Assignment to a position not involving direct patient care within or outside an MTF does not eliminate the requirement for license or authorizing document. The licensure requirement for contract personnel is determined by the type of contract--personal services vs. non-personal services.

1.9.4.1. Personal services Contractor personnel must maintain an active license or authorizing document from any U.S. jurisdiction while non-personal services Contractor personnel must maintain an active license or authorizing document from the state in which they are practicing.

1.9.4.2. In a personal services contract, the Government is more directly involved in the hiring process and, importantly, indemnifies the Contractor personnel for malpractice (i.e., they are covered by the Federal Tort Claims Act). In a non-personal service contract, personnel are hired by an outside Contractor who manages the individual and handles problems with performance, etc. Specifically, this individual is not covered by the Federal Tort Claims Act; rather, the Contractor is responsible to ensure that the individual has malpractice coverage and, in fact, often indemnifies its employee.

1.9.4.3. Certification. Copies of required certification for each Contractor personnel shall be furnished to the CO prior to performance on this contract.

1.9.5. EXPERIENCE.

1.9.5.1. (Senior) Molecular Genetics Laboratory Technologist w/ASCP Certification as Technologist in Molecular Biology and Molecular Genetics Laboratory Technologist.

1.9.5.1.1. Must possess a minimum of 24 months of consecutive employment in a molecular genetics clinical diagnostic or molecular biology research laboratory within the past 36 months.

1.9.5.2. Molecular Genetics Laboratory Technologist.

1.9.5.2.1. Must possess 24 months experience working as a laboratory technologist in a medical clinical laboratory within the past 36 months. Experience within the molecular section of a clinical laboratory is highly desirable.

1.9.5.3. Medical Laboratory Technician

1.9.5.3.1. Must possess 24 months experience working as a laboratory technician in a medical clinical laboratory within the past 36 months.

1.9.5.4. Reference Laboratory Administrative Clerk

1.9.5.4.1. Must possess at least 12 months of experience in the past 24 months in a data entry position or other administrative support role requiring attention to detail skills using PowerPoint, Excel, Word and database software regularly.

1.9.5.4.2. Must be a fully qualified typist (computer keyboard) with a minimum of 50 words per minute (WPM).

1.9.5.4.3. English language, correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and format to prepare and edit written correspondence, reports, and transcribed material.

1.9.5.4.4. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office software. Must be able to use various programs, such as Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint to generate various products (i.e., tables of contents, import graphs or databases, create glossaries, align multiple columns, print document, identify files or make other notations at the top or bottom of each page, and create form letters and automatically merging these with mailing lists).

1.9.5.4.5. Must have experience with standard office equipment, such as computers, typewriters, copiers, fax machines, telephone systems, and office automation systems, to perform a substantial range of office support.

1.9.5.4.6. General medical ethics, telephone etiquette, excellent communications and customer service skills required.

1.9.5.4.7. Medical terminology, medical background, and experience using the systems identified in section 1.9.5.4.8. is desirable, but not required.

1.9.5.4.8. UNIQUE MILITARY HEALTH CARE COMPUTER SYSTEMS/PROCEDURES:

1..9.5.4.8.1. Armed Forces Health Longitudinal Technology Application (AHLTA).

1.9.5.4.8.2. Composite Health Care systems (CHCS)

1.9.5.4.8.3. Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS)

1.9.6. CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECKS. Contractors shall perform criminal history background checks IAW Chapter 4, Addendum B, DoDI 1402.5, Criminal History Background Checks on Individuals in Child Care Services, 19 Jan 93, for resource sharing and clinical support agreement personnel working in an MTF involved on a frequent and regular basis in the provision of care and services to children under the age 18. The background checks are required by Criminal Control Act, P.L. 101-647, Section 231 (CC Act 1990, 42 U.S.C. Section 13041). The Contractor shall assemble all necessary documentation required by Chapter 4, Addendum B for the background checks and forward the documentation to the office designated by the Administrative CO (ACO) or to the office designated in the Memorandum of Understanding (see Chapter 16, Addendum A).

1.9.6.1. Background checks will be based on fingerprints of individuals obtained by a Government law enforcement officer and inquiries conducted through the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and state criminal history repositories.

1.9.6.2. With the consent of the CO, the Contractor personnel may provide contract services prior to completion of background checks. However, at all times while children are in the care of that individual, the Contractor personnel shall be within sight and continuous supervision of a staff person whose background check has been completed.

1.9.6.3. Individuals shall have the right to obtain a copy of any background check pertaining to themselves and to challenge the accuracy and completeness of the information contained in the report.

1.9.6.4. Individuals who have previously received a background check shall provide proof of the check to the Chief of Service or obtain a new one.

1.9.7. CONFLICT OF INTEREST. 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. The Contractor shall not employ any person who is an employee of the Department of the Air Force, either military or civilian, unless such person seeks and receives approval IAW DoD Directive (DoDD) 5500.7, Standards of Conduct, 29 Nov 07, and AF policy.

1.10. HEALTH REQUIREMENTS.

1.10.1. Contractor personnel shall receive a pre-employment physical examination prior to commencement of work and annually thereafter. The Contractor personnel shall report to a civilian physician to receive a pre-employment examination and immunizations prescribed by the MTF, IAW CDC guidelines.

1.10.2. Not later than five working days prior to commencement of work, certification shall be provided to the Functional Commander/Director (FC/D) that the Contractor personnel has completed the medical evaluation required above. This certification shall state the date on which the examination was completed, the name of the doctor who performed the examination, and a statement concerning the physical health of the individual. The certification shall also contain the following statement: “(Name of Contractor personnel) is suffering from no contagious diseases to include, but not limited to, Tuberculosis, Hepatitis, and Venereal Disease.”

1.10.3. The Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) requires that all Contractor personnel who will have occupational exposure to blood or body fluids, or other potentially infectious materials, shall receive Hepatitis B vaccine, sign a voluntary declination, or have documented proof of immunity to Hepatitis B infection. Contractor personnel who sign declinations may change their minds at any time and receive the Hepatitis B vaccine without penalty.

1.10.4. The Contractor is responsible for reporting to the Flight Commander/Medical Director, all information necessary to assure hospital records can be maintained correctly, and therefore comply with the JC, OSHA, and Centers for Disease Control (CDC) health record requirements.

1.11. EMERGENCY HEALTH CARE. The MTF will provide emergency health care for the Contractor personnel for injuries incurred while on duty in the MTF. These services will be billed to the Contractor at the current full reimbursement rate.

1.12. MEDICAL TESTS. No medical tests or procedures required by the contract will be performed by the Government, with the exception of Tuberculosis testing; post blood borne exposure protocols after start of work or exposure; and occupational exposure programs, such as the Thermoluminescent Dosimetry (TLD) monitoring program. Expenses for all required tests and/or procedures identified in the contract (e.g., N95 particulate respirator duckbill mask fitting) shall be borne by the Contractor or Contractor personnel at no additional expense to the Government.

1.13. MEDICAL QUALITY IMPROVEMENT/RISK MANAGEMENT (QI/RM).

1.13.1. Contractor personnel shall participate in QI/RM activities to the extent required by Section 2C, AFI 44-119, and the individual MTF QI/RM plan or regulation.

1.13.2. The Government will evaluate the Contractor personnel’s professional, as differentiated from administrative, performance under this contract using Quality Improvement standards specified in paragraphs 2.12 and 2.13, AFI 44-119. Nothing in this paragraph precludes the Government from also conducting inspections under the Inspection/Acceptance requirement of FAR clause 52.212-4.

1.14. PERFORMANCE EVALUATION MEETINGS. The CO will require the Contractor to meet with the CO, Contract Administrator, FC/D, and other Government personnel as often as deemed necessary to discuss performance discrepancies. The contractor may request a meeting with the CO when deemed necessary.

1.15. ORIENTATION. The Contractor shall ensure that all Contractor personnel participate in the MTF orientation procedures for newly assigned personnel to include regulations specific to their professional specialty and hospital and Air Force policy and procedures.

1.16. RECORDS. The Contractor shall create, maintain, and provide Government-owned/Contractor-held records, regardless of media, in performance of this contract IAW the following directives:

AFI 33-322, Records Management Program, 4 Jun 12 AFMAN 33-363, Management of Records, 1 Mar 08; Change 1, 28 Jan 15, and Keesler Supplement, 23 Apr 14 AFI 33-364, Records Disposition—Procedures and Responsibilities, 22 Dec 06 and AFGM2014-01, 28 May 14 Air Force Information Management System database (AFRIMS) (access through the Air Force Portal at https://www.my.af.mil/afrims/afrims/afrims/rims.cfm Air Force Electronic Records Management Solution

1.16.1. The Contractor shall segregate the Government-owned records from the Contractor-owned records and identify all records required to be created by the PWS on the AFRIMS file plans. The Contractor shall create and maintain paper and electronic records (\\52mahg-fs-106) as appropriate. The Contractor shall maintain the software and background data to retrieve official electronic Government records throughout the lifecycle of the records.

1.16.2. The Contractor maintains and disposes of records IAW the AF records disposition schedules.

1.16.3. Electronically Stored Information (ESI). The Contractor shall maintain Government owned electronic non-official records on the organizational shared network drive according the subjective categories (example: template, common, reference material, and working files). Grant the base records manager access to all files located on the organizational shared network drive. The Contractor shall maintain the official electronic records on the base designated shared network drive (\\52mahg-fs-106) IAW the Air Force Electronic Records Management System and AFMAN 33-363, Chapter 6.

1.16.4. Upon completion of this contract, all Government-owned/Contractor-held records (regardless of media) received, created, maintained, or provided in the performance of the PWS shall be turned over to the Government. Background electronic data and records specified for delivery to the contracting agency must be accompanied by sufficient technical documentation and software to permit the Air Force to use the data. In the event of default or non-performance, the Government will have access to all records in order to ensure mission support is not interrupted.

1.16.5. Contractor-Owned Records. Maintain records that relate exclusively to the Contractor’s internal business or are of a general nature not specifically related the performance of work under the contract separately from the Government-owned records.

1.16.6 Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Program. The Contractor shall comply with the requirements of DoD 5400.7-R/AFMAN 33-302, Freedom of Information Act Program, 21 Oct 10, incorporating through Change 2, 22 January 2015. If the Contractor receives a FOIA request, the Contractor shall ensure it is delivered immediately to the base FOIA manager (81 CS/SCOK) for processing. The FOIA manager will task a Government official who, as the authorized official, will make the decision on releasing Government records.

1.16.7. Privacy Act Program. The Contractor shall create, maintain, and destroy Privacy Act data IAW AFI 33-332, The Air Force Privacy and Civil Liberties Program, 12 Jan 15; and Privacy Act systems of records notice(s) (http://dpcld.defense.gov/Privacy/SORNs.aspxl). The Contractor shall not create or maintain a Privacy Act system of records prior to public notice. If the Contractor receives a Privacy Act request, the Contractor shall be responsible for searching for the records and providing those records to a Government official who, as the authorized official, will make the decision on releasing the Government records.

1.18.1. Entry Procedures to Controlled/Restricted Areas. The Contractor shall implement local base procedures for entry to AF controlled/restricted areas where Contractor will work.

1.19. Operational Security (OPSEC).

1.19.1. OPSEC Training.

1.19.1.1. Contractor personnel shall complete unit OPSEC in-processing training provided by the 81st Medical Group OPSEC Coordinator within 30 calendar days of reporting for duty.

1.19.1.2. All Contractor personnel shall complete annual refresher OPSEC awareness training provided by the Unit OPSEC Coordinator.

1.19.2. Disclosure of Information.

1.19.2.1. The Contractor shall not release to anyone outside the Contractor’s organization any unclassified information, regardless of medium (e.g., film, tape, document, etc.), pertaining to or execution of any part of this contract or any program related to this contract, unless:

1.19.2.1.1. The CO, the squadron…