F1S0AX7114B101-Draft_PWS_Entry_and_Visitor_Control_Services.pdf

Attachment 1-Performance-Based Work Statement

FA9302-18-C-0001

PERFORMANCE-BASED WORK STATEMENT

FOR

VISITOR CONTROL AND BADGING OPERATIONS

Edwards Air Force Base California

1 March 2017

Visitor Control and Badging Operations

Table of Contents

1.0 SECTION I: DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

1.1 General Scope

1.2 Background

1.3 Objective

1.4 Inherently Governmental Function

1.5 Period of Performance

1.6 Place of Performance

1.7 Historical Data

1.8 Minimum Qualifications

1.9 Deliverables

1.10 Contractor Phase-In and Phase-Out Transition

1.11 Small Business Subcontracting Program

2.0 SECTION II: SERVICE SUMMARY

2.1 General

2.2 Performance Evaluation

3.0 SECTION III: GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY and SERVICES

3.1 Government Furnished Services

3.2 Government Furnished Facilities

3.3 Government Furnished Equipment

4.0 SECTION IV: GENERAL INFORMATION

4.1 Hours of Operation

4.2 Contractor Personnel

4.3 Safety

4.4 Base Security Requirement

4.5 Quality Control

4.6 Conservation of Utilities

4.7 Contractor Furnished Property and Services

4.8 Environmental Protection

4.9 Miscellaneous

5.0 SECTION V APPENDICES & EXHIBITS

APPENDIX 1 Definitions, Abbreviations, and Acronyms APPENDIX 2 Site Locations APPENDIX 3 Publications, Forms and Operating Instructions APPENDIX 4 Submittals and Approvals

SECTION I

1.0 DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

1.1 General Scope. This is a non-personnel services contract to provide Entry and Visitor Control Services. The Government shall not exercise any supervision or control over the contract service providers performing the services herein. Such contract service providers shall be accountable solely to the Contractor who, in turn is responsible to the Government.

1.1.1 Overview Description of Services/Introduction. Contractor shall provide a management structure that promotes the execution of all functional requirements of this Performance Work Statement (PWS). Contractor representatives shall be identified and be available during normal duty hours of operation (0730-1630) to meet with government personnel within 2 hours. After normal duty hours, the contractor representative or designated alternate shall be available by phone for on-call requirements.

1.1.2 Contractor Personnel Requirements. Contractor shall ensure that the following are adhered to:

1.1.2.1 Security Clearance. All employees must be US citizens and possess a final Secret security clearance. A copy of each current employee’s Security Clearance must be furnished to both the Government Program Manager and Contracting Officer (CO) prior to contract performance.

1.1.2.2 Training. The contractor shall ensure employees receive Government directed and provided training to include, but not limited to, information assurance, security, anti-terrorism, fire prevention, voluntary protection program and safety. All employees must be current on all required training for performance of entry and visitor control services.

1.1.2.3 Physical Effort. The requirements outlined in this PWS involve light physical effort, such as carrying items weighing up to approximately 20 pounds and other requirements typically found in a normal office working environment. The majority of work is completed indoors, in areas which normally have adequate heat, light and ventilation. All contractor employees must maintain mental alertness and vigilance at all times. All employees must be able to read, write, and speak English.

1.1.2.5 Hours of Operation. The contractor shall perform services under this contract five (5) days a week (Monday-Friday) 0600 to 1800, sixteen (16) hours per day, excluding Federal Holidays, or as required by the government.

1.1.2.6 Schedules. Contractor shall provide a work schedule for Regular Scheduled Services to the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) on the 5th working day of each month.

1.1.2.7 Military Exercises. Contractor shall participate in and provide service during military exercises. The number of exercises varies, but can be reasonably predicted from history. The contractor shall respond to an estimated five (5) Operational Readiness Exercises or Inspections (ORE/ORI), military exercises, Random Anti- Terrorism/Force Protection Measures (RAMs). Increased mission requirements beyond the capability of the contractor may be augmented by the Government, at its option, when it is perceived that mission accomplishment is endangered.

1.1.2.8 Strike Plan. The contractor shall establish a proactive strike plan that mitigates the risk of interrupted services should a labor dispute occur. The plan should include procedures for taking reasonable actions to avoid delays that are within the contractors’ control and using all available methods for resolving the dispute (reference FAR 22.101-2(b)). The strike plan should consider AFI 64-106, Air Force Industrial Labor Relations Activities, which describes the duties and responsibilities of AF personnel when a labor dispute occurs, and include the notification procedures. The contractor shall provide notice to the government of labor disputes. If the contractor has knowledge that any actual or potential labor dispute is delaying or threatens to delay the timely performance of this contract, the contractor shall immediately give notice, including all relevant information, to the CO (FAR Clause 52.222-1 Notice to the Government of Labor Disputes). The contractor shall provide copies of the strike plan to the CO and COR within fifteen (15) days of the contract performance start date and subsequent revisions as they are published.

1.1.2.10 Reporting of Security Infractions/Incidents and First Responders. Contractor personnel shall report all deviations of security standards and the arrival of first responders to the unit Security Manager at (661) 277-7333, alternate Security Manager at (661) 277-1811 or members of the security staff.

1.1.2.11 Reporting Emergency Situations. Contractor personnel shall report all situations to Security Forces by contacting the Law Enforcement Desk, Comm. 661-277-3340/3341, DSN 527-3340/3341. Refer to unit specific Post Operating Instructions (POI) for requirements concerning reporting policy.

1.1.2.12 Order of Precedence. Should there be conflict between this PWS and Program Security Guides set forth herein, the Program Security Guides shall have precedence.

1.1.2.13 Contractor Manpower Reporting. The contractor shall report ALL contractor labor hours (including subcontractor labor hours) required for performance of services provided under this contract for the 412th Electronic Warfare Group on 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 the labor executed during the period of performance for each Government fiscal year (FY), which runs 1 October through 30 September. While inputs may be reported 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 CMRA help desk. Information from the secure web site is considered to be proprietary in nature when the contract number and contractor identity are associated with the direct labor hours and direct labor dollars. At no time will any data be released to the public with the contractor name and contract number associated with the data. User Manuals: Data for Air Force service requirements must be input at the Air Force CMRA link. However, user manuals for government personnel and contractors are available at the Army CMRA link, http://www.ecmra.mil.

1.2 Background. This PWS defines the work and materials necessary to provide Entry and Visitor Control Services to support the protection of assets listed in Appendix B, at Edwards AFB CA. Entry and Visitor Control Services shall be provided at the locations shown in Appendix B.

1.3 Objective. The contractor shall provide entry and visitor control services personnel to perform at designated locations while maintaining consistency with mandatory federal, state, local, Department of Defense (DoD), and Air Force regulations, as applicable. Entry and Visitor Control Services requirements include:

1.3.1 Acting as a general receptionist for visitors; control entry/exit of personnel and vehicles within the controlled area.

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1.3.2 Issuance of visitor badges, conduct badge inventories and account for facility keys.

1.3.3 Inspection of hand-carried items leaving or entering the controlled area as required; enforce government asset protection and control.

1.3.4 Have a thorough understanding of computer systems; monitor and operate Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) systems, and use government communication devices IAW local guidance.

1.3.5 Assist the Anti-Terrorism Officer in the performance of Random Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection Measures (RAMs) IAW EAFB Plan 10-245, Sup 1.

1.3.6 Enforce Force Protection Conditions as required in IAW AFI 10-245, AFMC 10-245, Sup 1 and EAFB Plan 10-245, Sup 1.

1.3.7 Perform visual control and badging operation to limit access to only authorized persons.

1.3.8 Contact sponsors and security staff when assistance is required using a landline or portable radio supplied by the government.

1.3.9 Contractors will obtain Joint Personnel Adjudication System (JPAS) account and use to update Entry Authority Lists on a daily basis. Contractor will use JPAS to check visitors as required. Contractors will contact Security Staff if visitors arrive without a visit request.

1.4 Inherently Governmental Function. The Contractor shall not perform Inherently Governmental functions as defined in FAR Subpart 7.5 in relationship to this PWS.

1.5 Period of Performance.

Transition Period 1 Sept 17 - 30 Sept 17 Base Period 1 Oct 17 - 30 Sept 18

Option 1: 1 Oct 18 - 30 Sep 19 Option 2: 1 Oct 19 - 30 Sep 20 Option 3: 1 Oct 20 - 30 Sep 21 Option 4: 1 Oct 21 - 30 Sep 22

1.6 Place of Performance. The contractor shall perform the services in the PWS at Edwards Air Force Base, CA Buildings 1019 and 1020.

1.6.1 Basic Services. The primary duty of the Visitor Control personnel is entry/exit control of all personnel and vehicles entering the 412th Electronic Warfare (EWG) Controlled Area. The Visitor Control personnel will insure that only personnel assigned to the 412 EWG, and authorized visitors, are admitted to the Controlled Area and provide assistance and information in a courteous manner. This PWS is applicable to all Visitor Control personnel assigned to the 412 EWG Controlled Area. All Visitor Control personnel are required to have a thorough working knowledge of the PWS.

1.6.2 The Visitor Control post will be staffed from 0600 hours to 1800 hours, Monday thru Friday. This post WILL NOT be manned on weekends and holidays.

1.6.3 Duty location is building 1019 or any other designated point of Entry Control area.

1.6.4 Visitor Control Personnel will dress in business casual attire.

1.6.5 Government furnished telephones and computers are for official use only and will not be utilized for personal purposes.

1.6.6 The primary duty is to control personnel and vehicle entry into the 412 EWG controlled area.

1.6.7 Government will provide Standard Operating Procedures for more detailed instructions for Entry Control Operations and for training new employees.

1.6.8 The Visitor Control personnel shall follow all instructions from the 412 EWG Security Office personnel. In the event of emergency situations, the Visitor Control personnel shall follow all directions received from Emergency Responders (i.e. Security Forces, Fire Department, Medical, Civil Engineers, Disaster Preparedness personnel), and the “On-Scene” Incident Commander.

1.6.9 Upon reporting for duty, the Visitor Control personnel shall insure complete accountability of all Temporary Badges, Escort required badges, Entry Control Card, Tour Badges, Construction Badges, Facility keys and Janitor keys. The Visitor Control personnel shall also insure that all equipment (i.e. telephones, computer systems, electronic pedestrian and vehicle gates, etc.) are functioning. The Visitor Control personnel shall review the “Pass-On” book and the Visitor/ Entry Authorization list (EAL). These duties shall be accomplished upon reporting for duty. Any discrepancies will be reported to the 412 EWG Security Office personnel immediately.

1.6.10 All badges signed out in excess of 6 hours will be confirmed as still in use within the 412 EWG Controlled Area by contacting the visited office/Point of Contact (POC). Discrepancies will be resolved through the 412 EWG Security Offices. Badges issued by Visitor Control personnel will not be taken out of the 412 EWG Controlled Area except to be utilized to allow vehicles to enter/exit the "Controlled Area". The 412 EWG Security Office personnel shall be notified of all missing badges as soon as possible.

1.6.11 Visitor Control personnel control entry/exit to the 412 EWG Controlled Area via the automated vehicle gates and the individual turnstiles located on the perimeter of the 412 EWG compound. The Visitor Control personnel maintain control over the release buttons that deactivate the electronic locks to the vehicle gates, they also possess the ability to "Lock-Down" the pedestrian turnstiles upon request.

1.6.12 Visitor Control personnel will verify the identification, badging and authorization of all personnel requesting entry into the 412 EWG Controlled Area. Only personnel in possession of a valid Air Force Entry Control card with area “T” displayed or listed on a current EAL will be permitted unescorted entry in to the 412 EWG Controlled Area; all other personnel will be denied entry. The following procedures shall be followed to establish authority to enter the compound:

1.6.13 Personnel in possession of a valid AF Entry Control Card (AF Form 1199) with area “T” will be permitted unescorted access into the 412 EWG Controlled Area.

1.6.14 Individuals listed on a current EAL, provided by the 412 EWG Security Office personnel, will be issued a Temporary badge. This badge will permit unescorted access throughout the 412 EWG Controlled Area. No

Temporary badges will be allowed outside of the 412 EWG Controlled Area without authorization from the 412 EWG Security Office. Personnel who have forgotten, or not in possession, of their AF Entry Control Card, but are listed on a valid EAL, may be issued a Temporary badge. Personnel in this category will be signed-in and out on the AF Form 1109 for Temporary Visitors. This badge will only be issued for one day use. These badges will be returned to the Visitor Control post when the personnel exit the area. If the person will be returning the same day, the badge will be held for them at this post.

1.6.15 The 412 EWG Security Office will indicate on the EAL those individuals who are required to be escorted into the controlled area. The Visitor Control personnel shall verify the identity of the visitor and contact the POC.

An individual who has been identified as having Escort Authority, and is in possession of a permanent AF Entry Card with area "T" must sign the visitor into the area on the AF Form 1109 for escort required visitors. All escorts must be 412 EWG personnel. The Escort required badge must be on the person and visible while in the controlled area. The badge must be returned to the Visitor Control when the visitor exits the compound.

1.6.16 All foreign national personnel shall be escorted within the 412 EWG compound. The 412 EWG Security Office will indicate the Foreign Nationals who have extended Visit Requests on file. All Foreign National visitors will be logged into/out of the 412 EWG compound on a separate AF Form 1109 (maintained for Foreign National visitors) and be signed in by their escort. All escorts must be 412 EWG personnel.

1.6.17 Foreign Nationals visiting intermittently shall be issued with the standard Foreign National badge. (Non-picture Foreign National badge).

1.6.18 Foreign Nationals assigned to Test Pilots School (TPS), Joint Strike Fighter (JSF), etc. who have extended Visit Requests (6 months or longer) will have Foreign National badges with their picture assigned to them. The picture Foreign National badges will be kept at the Visitor Control post and issued for each visit. The Foreign National will surrender the Foreign National picture badge at the end of each visit.

1.6.19 Entry of Very Important People (VIPs) and tour groups shall be recorded on an AF Form 1109, and the individuals will be issued a Temporary Escort Required badge. However, exceptions to this procedure may be enacted by 412 EWG Security Office personnel for protocol and expediency purposes providing an authorized escort official remains with the tour group, or VIP, while these individuals are within the 412 EWG compound.

1.6.20 An individual EAL and AF 1109 form will be maintained for all Construction personnel. The contractors working within the 412 EWG Controlled Area will be issued a Construction Badge. Contractor construction personnel NOT listed on the EAL will be issued an Escort required badge and will require an authorized escort to sign for them who will remain with them during their stay within the compound.

1.6.21 The only personnel who may verbally change an EAL are the 412 EWG Security Office personnel.

1.6.22 All personnel possessing a 412 EWG Card Key and a permanent AF Entry Control Card with area “T” may utilize any of the personnel turnstiles to enter/exit the Controlled Area. (NOTE: Card Keys are issued by name, therefore, only one person per card should enter/exit through the turnstiles.). Visitor Control personnel shall report any suspected violation to the 412 EWG Security Office personnel.

1.6.23 Vehicle entry to the controlled area is limited to the three automated gates controlled by the Visitor Control personnel. These gates are located off of Hoglan Avenue. Entry through the gates will be permitted ONLY after a valid AF Entry Control Card with area "T" for each individual in the vehicle has been verified by the Visitor Control personnel. These gates shall remain closed at all times except when processing vehicles entering/exiting the compound. All emergency vehicles will be granted immediate entrance to the compound at all times.

1.6.24 Government and contractor vehicles may be permitted entry to make pickups and deliveries provided all occupants of the vehicles are authorized entry to the 412 EWG compound. Trash trucks may enter the compound to pick up trash as long as they can be kept under continuous observation from Visitor Control personnel.

1.6.25 Trash truck personnel do not have to sign-in on the AF 1109 form. Trash trucks will only be allowed in the compound during the hours between 0730 hours and 1630 hours, Monday thru Friday.

1.6.26 Privately Owned Vehicles (POVs) will not be allowed within the 412 EWG Controlled Area unless the driver possesses an “Authorized Vehicle Pass”. The exception to this policy is for temporary access to drop off/load heavy or large objects. Once the items have been loaded, the vehicle must be moved out of the Controlled Area. Exceptions to this policy must be approved by the 412 EWG Security Office.

1.6.27 The Janitor Keys for buildings 1020 and 1030, Dock Access Keys and Master Keys are located within Visitor Control and will be under control of the personnel assigned to this post. These keys may be signed out by janitorial personnel, facility personnel and security personnel. If keys are required for "Users" or emergency personnel, then keys will be signed-out. “Users” will surrender their CAC Card to Visitor Control personnel until the keys are returned. This action shall be documented in the "Pass-On" book.

1.6.28 Emergency personnel responding to emergencies will be allowed unhindered entrance into the 412 EWG Controlled Area. The Visitor Control personnel shall maintain a count of all emergency vehicles and personnel, entering the compound. This information shall be entered into the "Pass-On" book. Visitor Control personnel will notify the following offices of all emergencies: 412 EWG Security Offices and Facilities. Emergency evacuation of EWG facilities will be in accordance with the direction of the Emergency Response Personnel or on-site Commander.

1.6.29 Random Anti-Terrorism (RAMs) and Force Protection Responses (FPCONs) will be at the direction of the 412 EWG Security Office personnel.

1.6.30 Opening and Closing Facilities. At 0600 hours, the “On-Coming” Visitor Control person will take the Master Keys and unlock building 1019 and Entry Control Points (ECP) entry gates.

1.6.31 At 1800 hours, the Visitor Control person will lock building 1019 and secure ECP entry gates and return master keys to room 121 in building 1020.

1.6.32 The On-Duty Visitor Control person will not “lock-down” the turnstiles and vehicle gates when they complete their duty shift at 1800 hours.

1.7 Historical Data. The tasks described above have been performed in the past with the exception of paragraph 1.3.9, by full-time equivalent employees.

1.8 Minimum Qualifications. Employees will have to obtain and retain a secret clearance, and complete all required training as required for their position.

1.9 Deliverables. Obtain a JPAS account and be able to use the account to update the Entry Authority List on a daily basis. Employee schedule must be submitted to COR by the 5th working day of each month. Completed Visitor Control Logs will be turned in at the end of each month.

Title Delivery Date/Description Obtain JPAS account As Required Entry Authority List Daily Duty Roster 5th working day of each month Meeting Minutes As required Safety and Health Plan 10 days after award CME Reporting NLT 31 October of each calendar year

1.9.1 Data. The Government has unlimited rights to all deliverables of this contract.

1.9.2 Inspection. Deliverables will be inspected by the Government within five (5) workdays of receipt. Progress meetings may be held as required.

1.10 Contractor Phase-In and Phase-Out Transition. Contractor must have a secret clearance prior to start of contract. Contractor must complete JPAS training and obtain a JPAS account prior to start of the contract.

1.10.1 Contractor Phase-In. To minimize any decreases in productivity and to prevent possible negative impacts on additional services, the Contractor shall have personnel on board, during the phase in/ phase out periods. The incoming Contractor’s personnel shall receive ten (10) calendar days of on-the-job training (OJT) by Government Personnel Incoming Contractor personnel to be trained by the Government Contractor shall possess, prior to training, all special skills, licenses, and certifications needed to perform the specific tasks in this PWS. The training will cover unique features of all systems and equipment. The OJT may be augmented by any applicable instruction from manuals and videotapes. Contractor phase-in will not be necessary for an incumbent Contractor.

1.10.2 Contractor Phase-Out. The outgoing Contractor shall allow their employees to interview for employment with the incoming Contractor, provided that work interruption time is reasonable.

1.10.2.1 The outgoing Contractor shall provide ten (10) calendar days of OJT to the incoming Contractor. The outgoing Contractor shall integrate the incoming Contractor personnel into the regular work schedule in order to maximize OJT benefits. Contractor personnel to be trained shall possess, prior to training, all required special skills needed to perform the specific tasks in this PWS. The training objective is to enhance technical skills so that the transfer of responsibilities will be efficient.

1.10.2.2 During the ten (10) calendar day training period, the outgoing Contractor shall perform all requirements in the PWS.

1.11 Small Business Subcontracting Program (Small Business Utilization). When subcontracting opportunities exist, any Contractor receiving a contract award valued for more than the simplified acquisition threshold, shall submit a subcontracting plan for small business, small disadvantaged businesses, HUBZones, women-owned small businesses, service disabled veteran owned small businesses, veteran-owned small businesses, Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Minority Institutions, and Alaska Native Corporations and Indian Tribes.

The plan shall contain goals for each of the categories, as well as 10 other elements identified (11 total) in FAR

19.704 and FAR Clause 52.219-9. This rating element assesses the contractor's performance in meeting the requirements of the plan and achievements against his negotiated goals. The contractor may use one of three types of plans: Subcontracting plan, commercial plan (for commercial items), and the DoD comprehensive (test) plan.

(See FAR 19.704, 52.219-9 for additional guidance.) An Individual Subcontracting Report (ISR) shall be submitted semi-annually during contract performance for the periods ending March 31 and September 30. Reports are due 30 days after the close of each reporting period, unless otherwise directed by the Contracting Officer. A report is also required for each contract within 30 days of contract completion. Summary Subcontract Reports (SSR), including those submitted for comprehensive subcontracting plans under the DoD Small Business Subcontracting Plan (Test Program), shall be submitted semi-annually for the six months ending March 31 and the twelve months ending September 30. Reports are due 30 days after the close of each reporting period. For commercial plans, a Summary Subcontract Report (SSR) is due 30 days after the end of the Government's fiscal year. For the Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) rating, the Government will use the most recent ISR and/or SSR that the Contractor submitted and will not delay the evaluation if the rating period is different than the subcontracting reporting period.

SECTION II

2.0 SERVICE SUMMARY (SS)

2.1 General.

The Contractor service requirements are summarized into performance objectives that relate directly to mission essential items. The performance threshold briefly describes the minimum acceptable levels of service required for each requirement. These thresholds are critical to mission success.

2.2 Performance Evaluation. Performance of a service shall be evaluated to determine whether or not 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 contractor will provide a response to the CO ten (10) calendar days of receipt of the CAR, the CO shall take appropriate measures according to the “Inspection of Services” clause.

SS-4 Uniforms are optional. Business casual clothing is acceptable.

1.6.4 No more than 1 deficiency per month

SS-5 Physical Requirements. Employees must be alert and vigilant at all times.

1.1.2.3 100% Compliant.

SS-6 Schedules. Work schedule submitted to QAP by the 5th day of each month.

1.1.2.6 No more than 1 missed submittal per year.

SS

Performance Objective

PWS Paragraph Performance Threshold

Quality

SS-1 The Contractor shall comply with the Standard Operating Procedures.

1.6.7

No more than two validated complaints from a site-specific customer per month.

Schedule

SS-2

Regular Scheduled Services. Visitor control personnel are at their Posts and ready to begin their shifts.

4.1.2

No more than one deficiency per month.

Management

SS-3

Management Responsibilities. Management is available within 2 hours during normal duty hours.

1.1.1. No more than 1 deficiency per month.

Other Areas

SECTION III

3. GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY, EQUIPMENT, AND SERVICES

3.1 Government Furnished Services. The government will provide the following services:

3.1.1 Emergency Medical Services. Edwards AFB will provide emergency medical services for Contractor personnel in performance of services under this contract base IAW Air Force Instruction (AFI) 41-115 Chapter 1.

The Contractor shall reimburse the Government for treatment provided at the current reimbursement rate for non-authorized user IAW AFH 41-114, paragraph 42. The Contractor shall provide to the 412 EWG Medical Group, the name of a physician and/or hospital to which injured personnel can be transferred for further treatment and care after receiving initial emergency treatment on base. All mishaps will be promptly reported to the base safety office through the COR.

3.1.2 Employee Training. The contractor shall ensure employees receive Government directed and provided training to include, but not limited to, information assurance, security, anti-terrorism, fire prevention, voluntary protection program and safety. All employees must be current on all required training for performance of services to include all security training as noted in AFI 16-1404.

3.1.3 Insect and Rodent Control. The Government will provide insect and rodent control services. Services will be furnished upon request to the facility manager.

3.1.4 Refuse Collection. The Government will provide refuse collection services. The Contractor shall take refuse to the nearest dumpster on a regular basis. The Contractor shall comply with all installation recycling programs, refuse volume reduction programs, and hazardous waste collection policies IAW base policies.

3.1.5 Security Police and Fire Protection. Phone number for Security Forces Squadron, 661-277-3340/3341; Fire Protection, 911.

3.1.6 Telephone Service. The Government will provide local and DSN telephone services FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY use at no cost to the Contractor. Commercial long distance calls shall be at the Contractor’s expense.

3.1.7 Utilities. The Government will provide all electricity, UPS water and sewage at no additional cost to the Contractor. The Contractor shall instruct employees in utilities conservation practices. The Contractor shall be responsible for operating under conditions that preclude the waste of utilities, which include turning off the water faucets or valves after using the required amount to accomplish requirements under this PWS.

3.2 Government Furnished Facilities. The Government will provide work stations and chairs as required in the ECP facility. Computers with NIPRNet and printer for official use in the performance of this PWS will be provided. Computer will be provided to entry control purposes. No additional computers or other office equipment will be provided. The government will provide and maintain the ECP and ensure restroom facilities are accessible. Work location in building 1019 and restroom located in building 1020.

3.3 Government Furnished Equipment. The Government will provide computer, hand held radio, telephones, lighting, gate and turnstile controls, CCTV monitor, heater and A/C unit, filing cabinet, storage cabinet, printer, and key box. The Government will provide computers for use on the local area network (LAN), email, and the Internet for work related to this contract.

SECTION IV

4.0 GENERAL INFORMATION

4.1 Hours of Operation. The Contractor shall perform the services required under this contract during the following hours: 0600 to 1800 Monday thru Friday except Federal holidays or when the Government facility is closed due to local or national emergencies, administrative closings, or similar Government directed facility closings. For other than firm fixed price contracts, the Contractor will not be reimbursed when the Government facility is closed for the above reasons. The Contractor must at all times maintain an adequate workforce for the uninterrupted performance of all tasks defined within this PWS when the Government facility is not closed for the above reasons. When hiring personnel, the Contractor shall keep in mind that the stability and continuity of the workforce are essential.

4.1.1 Recognized Holidays. Contractor is not required/permitted to perform services on the following holidays.

New Year’s Day Labor Day Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday Columbus Day President’s Day Veteran’s Day Memorial Day Thanksgiving Day Independence Day Christmas Day

*If the holiday falls on a Saturday, it will be observed on the preceding Friday. If the holiday falls on Sunday, it will be observed on the following Monday.

4.1.2 Work Schedules, Leave, and Absences. Monthly schedules will be provided for the upcoming work month to the COR by the 5th working day of each month. Any changes in the schedule shall be coordinated between the Contract Manager and the COR.

4.2 Contract Personnel.

4.2.1 Contract Manager. The Contractor shall provide a contract manager and alternate(s) who are knowledgeable of the requirements of this PWS. The Contractor shall submit the name, address, telephone number and a resume of the Project Manager to the CO within two (2) days of contract start date. The list shall be kept current throughout the life of the contract. The contract manager or alternate(s) shall have full authority to act for the Contractor on all contract matters relating to daily operation of this contract. The contract manager or alternate(s) shall be available within two hours of notification to meet on the installation with Government personnel designated by the CO to discuss problem areas. The contract manager and alternate(s) shall be able to read, write, and speak English. The contract manager shall be able to effectively communicate with Contractor employees.

Qualifications for the Contract Manager are listed below.

4.2.2 Personnel Roster. The Contractor may be required to provide a personnel roster consisting of names and other pertinent personnel data to the requiring activity for the purposes of 100% accountability real-world and exercise situations. The personnel roster shall be updated as individuals are removed and added.

4.2.3 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 wellbeing, or the operational mission of the installation and its population. Contractor shall perform background checks, at Contractor's expense, to ensure that said employee has not been convicted of any sexual crime or any crime against children.

4.2.3.1 Alcohol/Drug Use. The consumption of alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs by Contractor personnel, while on duty, is strictly forbidden. The Contractor shall immediately remove any employee who is under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

4.2.3.2 Appearance. Contractor personnel shall present a neat appearance.

4.2.3.3 Employee Training. The Contractor shall give all training required to meet requirements of the PWS unless otherwise specified within the PWS or as otherwise approved by the CO. The Contractor shall maintain training and experience records for each employee during the period of this contract that reflect sufficient personnel are qualified to accomplish all tasks required by this contract. Provide status of employee training upon Government request.

4.2.3.4 English Language. Employees who deal directly with customers will be required to effectively communicate with the customers in English. This requirement is strictly for the purpose of efficiently performing the contract tasks.

4.2.4 Use of Government Employees. The Contractor shall not employ any person who is an employee of the U.S. Government if employing that person would create a conflict of interest. In addition, the Contractor shall not employ any person who is an employee of the Department of the Defense if such employment would be contrary to the policies contained in AFI 64-106, Chapter 1, Industrial Labor Relations Activities.

4.2.4.1 Employment of Spouses/Dependents. The Contractor shall not employ any person who is a spouse or dependent child of a Department of Defense employee (either military or civilian) when such employee would be placed in a conflict of interest or appearance of a conflict of interest by virtue of such employment.

4.2.4.2 Off-duty Military Personnel. The Contractor is cautioned that off-duty active military personnel hired under this contract may be subject to permanent change of station, change in duty hours, or deployment. Military Reservists and National Guard members may be subject to reorder to active duty. The abrupt absence of these personnel could adversely affect the Contractor's ability to perform. However, their absence at any time shall not constitute an excuse for nonperformance under this contract.

4.2.4.3 Identification of Contractor Employees. All contract personnel attending meetings, answering Government telephones, and working in other situations where their Contractor status is not obvious to third parties are required to identify themselves as such to avoid creating an impression in the minds of members of the public that they are Government officials. They must also ensure that all documents or reports produced by Contractors are suitably marked as Contractor products or that Contractor participation is appropriately disclosed.

4.2.4.4 Privately Owned Vehicles. Each Contractor employee driving a privately owned vehicle on the installation must carry minimum liability insurance as required by the State. Contractor employees shall adhere to all posted speed limits and shall not use hand-held cellular telephones while driving on the installation for phone calls or texting. Use of seatbelts is mandatory. Any Contractor employee cited for driving under the influence will have their driving privileges immediately revoked for a period to be determined.

4.3 SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARDS

It is the contractor's responsibility to ensure its employees and managers have a comprehensive understanding of and full compliance with OSHA requirements. Detailed information is available on the OSHA website at http://www.osha.gov. It is the contractor's sole responsibility for compliance with OSHA, Public Law 91-596. The contractor shall comply with all federal, state and local laws, and Air Force Instructions for the protection of their employees while working on an Air Force Installation or property. The protection of contractor employees is exclusively the obligation of the contractor. Contractor shall manage all work areas to ensure the safety of building occupants, base personnel, or visitors in or near the areas. Contractor must ensure that personnel are properly trained on the equipment they are tasked to operate. The contractor shall develop site specific mishap reporting procedures which result in damage to government property or injury to Air Force personnel. These procedures are to be included in the safety and health plan for review. In accordance with AFI 91-202, AFMC Supplement, Safety Program, the contractor shall submit a Safety and Health Plan to Contracting for review and acceptance by the safety office prior to contract award.

The Contractor shall record and report to the CO and GPM within one hour of occurrence all available facts relating to each instance of injury to Contractor or Government personnel or damage to Government property. In the event of an accident or mishap, the Contractor shall take prudent and reasonable action to establish control of the accident or mishap scene until relieved by the CO and GPM. If the Government elects to conduct an investigation of the accident or mishap, the Contractor shall cooperate fully and assist Government personnel in the investigation until such is complete.

The contractor shall submit a Safety and Health Plan that describes the capabilities and processes to ensure compliance with safety and health requirements during the performance of the work described in the solicitation. The Contractor must submit a Safety and Health Plan and corresponding site safety checklist to the Contracting Officer (CO) 10 days after contract award.

The Contractor’s plan shall include appropriate measures to ensure the Contractor reacts promptly to investigate, correct and track alleged safety & health violations and/or uncontrolled hazards in contractor work areas.

The plan shall:

a. Demonstrate a management commitment to employee safety and health;

b. Identify the application of the safety and health plan to subcontractors;

c. Identify the roles and responsibilities of the following individuals:

Management;

Supervisors;

Employees;

Safety Coordinator;

d. Identify applicable safety rules and regulations;

e. Include a worksite hazard analysis to include base-line hazard identification and required control measures;

f. Include a job site analysis to include hazards of tasks required to control measures;

g. Identify employee safety and health training requirements and the documentation process;

h. Include a workplace inspection frequency, to include identifying the individual conducting the inspections;

i. Include employee hazard reporting procedures;

j. Identify individual(s) responsible for corrective action hazards;

k. Identify first aid/injury procedures;

l. Identify procedures for accident investigation and reporting;

m. Identify emergency response procedures; and

n. Identify the process for tracking controlled hazards in contractor work areas

Contractor is responsible for establishing these requirements for all subcontractors who qualify as subcontractors under the resulting contract.

4.3.1 Safety Equipment. The Contractor shall furnish personal safety equipment for its employees in performance of this contract. Safety equipment includes shoes or boots, eyewear, respirators, and gloves, etc. No personal safety equipment is necessary for the PWS.

4.3.2 Safety Threats. The Contractor shall not employ persons for work on this contract if such employees are identified to the Contractor by the CO as a potential threat to the health, safety, security, general well-being or operational mission of the installation and its population.

4.3.3 Substance Abuse Testing. Contractor employees shall be subject to substance abuse testing as a result of a mishap investigation when an individual’s actions or inactions are suspected as factors in a mishap sequence. The CO/FC may identify the employees to be tested and the drugs and substances for which those employees must be tested. The service provider shall accomplish the specified testing using a certified (i.e., a certified lab that meets Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)/ Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) certification) medical substance abuse testing facility. Results of the test(s) shall be provided to the Government solely for the purpose of completing an investigation.

4.4 BASE SECURITY REQUIREMENTS:

4.4.1 All Contractor employees will be subject to a criminal history background check IAW Air Force Manual (AFMAN) 31-113, Installation Perimeter Access Control, as stipulated in the Installation Commander’s memorandum to the 412th Security Forces Office dated 23 Apr 2015 (copies of both the AFMAN and memorandum can be obtained upon request from the Contracting Office). Vehicle registration, proof of insurance, and a valid driver's license must be presented for vehicles. Installation Commanders may deny access and credentials based on information obtained during identity vetting that indicates the individual may present a threat to the good order, discipline, and morale of the installation.

Please refer to the Edwards AFB Fitness Determination for further information concerning base access.

3.4.2 Base Access. For Contractor personnel who wish to obtain long-term Base access via an Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) Form 496, Application for AFMC Identification Card, IAW Air Force Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (AFFARS) Clause 5352.242-9000, Contractor Access to Air Force Installations, the Prime Contractor shall submit a written request on company letterhead to the CO with the following information (prior to submitting a request for Base access via an AFMC Form 496): 1) contract number, 2) location of work, 3) expiration date (must be on or before contract’s expiration date), and 4) names of employees/ subcontractor employees needing access to the base, to include each employee’s company name.

4.4.2 It is recommended that the Prime Contractor provide a copy of the request letter to each employee for verification purposes when the employee comes to the Contracting Office at Building 2800 to get their AFMC Form 496 signed. Employees for which no request letter can be found or provided will result in the employee being asked to return on another date/time so verification can be made.

3.4.4 Base passes will be limited to a period of one year from the date the AFMC Form 496 is submitted to the Contracting Office for signature.

4.4.3 The AFMC Form 496 will be reviewed/approved by the CO, then taken by the Contractor employee to the Edwards AFB Pass & Registration Office in Building 3000 for the security portion and issuance of the Base pass.

4.4.4 The contractor shall comply with all base security regulations. Additionally, the contractor shall comply with actions dictated by force protection condition changes/measures. For real-world situations/exercises, changes to force protection conditions could impact contractor performance of work and can include denial of access to the installation to perform work

4.4.5 Only employees who will be working on the contract consistently/frequently should be submitted for a long-term Base pass.

4.4.6 The Contractor shall comply with all security requirements imposed by the Installation. Specific security considerations will be handled on an individual TO basis as required.

4.4.7 The contractor shall report suspicious activity (refer to Edwards AFB Contractor Antiterrorism Awareness pamphlet) to Security Forces at 661-277-3340 in a timely manner.

4.4.8 The Contractor and its employees shall comply with all base traffic regulations.

4.4.9 Visitors/contractors with driver’s licenses from ME, MN, MO, MT, and WA (exceptions are EDL-Enhanced driver’s licenses from MN & WA) will not be able to obtain Base access without another form of identification as an identity proofing document. The list of authorized IDs can be found in the REAL ID Act of 2005. Please visit the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) website to get the latest information, https://www.dhs.gov/current-status-states-territories.

4.4.10 Contractor will be offered Level I - Antiterrorism Awareness Training by the government. This training provides contractor employees with the requisite knowledge necessary to remain vigilant for possible terrorist threats. Coordination for training should be done by the requiring unit Antiterrorism Representative (ATR) after contract award. AT Level I training can be taken at https://jkodirect.jten.mil/Atlas2/faces/page/login/Login.seam for non-CAC holders. Tracking for each contractor or subcontractor employee is the responsibility of the COR or unit ATR.

4.4.11 The Contractor shall be responsible for safeguarding all government property, equipment and materials provided for Contractor use. At the end of each work period, all government facilities, equipment, and materials shall be secured.

4.4.12 During performance of the contract, the Contractor shall be responsible for obtaining required identification for newly assigned personnel.

https://www.dhs.gov/current-status-states-territories

4.4.13 The Contractor shall be responsible for prompt return of credentials and vehicle passes for: 1) any employee who no longer requires access to the work site; 2) upon request by a CO; and 3) upon completion or termination of the contract. The Prime Contractor shall ensure that all Base identification passes issued to employees and subcontractor employees are returned to the issuing office. Failure to comply with these requirements may result in withholding of payment.

4.4.14 Contractor employees are prohibited from possessing weapons, firearms or ammunition, on themselves or within Contractor-owned or privately owned vehicle while on Edwards AFB.

4.4.15 Physical Security. The Contractor shall be responsible for safeguarding all Government equipment, information and property provided for Contractor use. At the close of each work period, Government facilities, equipment, keys and materials shall be secured.

4.4.16 Security Clearance Levels. Contractor personnel performing work under this contract must have a secret clearance at time of the proposal submission, and must maintain the level of security required for the life of the contract. The security requirements are in accordance with the attached DD254.

4.4.17 Restricted Area Badges. The Contractor shall obtain a Restricted Area Badge for all personnel from the Pass and Registration entrance to restricted areas prior to commencing work under this contract.

4.4.18 Common Access Card (CAC). The Contractor’s PM or alternate shall complete all necessary documents for all Contractor personnel requiring access to Edwards AFB. Common Access Cards (CAC) shall be required for all on-site Contractor personnel. The Contractor’s Program Manager (PM) shall ensure the Government representative in the local organization designated to authorize issuance of Contractor’s CACs (i.e. Trusted Agent (TA) receives a Visitor Request for each employee through the Trusted Agent Security System (TASS). Contractor personnel shall electronically submit application to the TA, once approved set up appointment at https://rapids-appointments.dmdc.osd.mil/ or go to the Military Personnel Section.

4.4.19 The Contractor shall obtain base identification and vehicle passes, if required, for all Contractor personnel who make frequent visits to or perform work on the Air Force installation(s) cited in the contract. Contractor personnel are required to wear or prominently display installation identification badges or Contractor-furnished, Contractor identification badges while visiting or performing work on the installation.

4.4.20 The Contractor shall submit a written request on company letterhead to the CO listing the following:

contract number, location of work site, start and stop dates, and names of…