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STATEMENT OF WORK

BARBER

ROOM 148 - “Barber shop”

FSH COMMUNITY CENTER

BLDG 1395 CHAFFEE RD

FORT SAM HOUSTON TX, 78234

1. General:

a. With exception of recruit haircuts at basic training installations, contractor shall cut hair in accordance with the customer's instructions. Current contract price list and a description of services provided will be made available to customers. Prices shall not be lower than those offered by AAFES barber shops. Military Cut $14.50/Style Cut $16.95 (Prices as of May 2022 according to AAFES Barbershop located on FSH).

b. A variety of magazines not more than 60 days old, in a minimum quantity of one magazine for every customer waiting chair, should be available. Reading material will be in good taste, commensurate with type of customers being served. A balanced selection of ethnic magazines should be available.

c. Hours of operation must be approved by Facility Manager and will be based on the facilities normal business hours of operation. Current hours for facility are Mon-Sat 0900-1700.

d. Contractor, and contractor’s employees must follow all CDC & DoD regulations.

2. Qualifications and Training:

a. The contractor, and contractor’s employee’s, in the performance of this contract, shall be fully qualified to provide barbering services to all authorized customers without regard to ethnic origin.

b. During the term of this contract, the contractor shall notify the contracting officer in writing of any proposed changes price list and description of services provided, and the proposed date and method of effecting the proposed changes. Notification shall be made a minimum of 30 days prior to the proposed effective date of the change. The contracting officer shall be notified immediately if conditions beyond the contractor’s control preclude notification within the prescribed period.

c. Must have at least one year barbershop experience (time can include training).

3. Licensing:

a. Contractor, and contractor’s employees, must be a Texas State Licensed Barber to perform services under this contract and will retain a current license throughout the period of contract performance. All State Health and Sanitary regulations shall be complied with in the performance of this contract.

b. The license must be kept current and all Texas State License fees will be the responsibility of the contractor. The license shall be displayed at all times.

4. Sanitation, Hygiene and Safety:

a. Sanitation and hygienic practices at barber shop shall, at all times, meet the requirements established in DA PAM 40-11, Appendix E, Barber and Beauty Shop Sanitation, a copy of which shall be signed by contractor attesting that they have read and understand its contents. The signed regulation shall be maintained in a plastic magazine binder or similar container for information and guidance. In addition, contractor shall observe and adhere to sanitation and hygienic requirements of AFI 48-117, paying close attention to paragraphs 7, 8, and 9, and safety requirements of AFI 91-203.

b. Contractor is subject to no notice inspections by installation Public Health Offices using Department of the Army Form 5402.

c. Contractor shall ensure that the barber shop facility is kept clean and orderly at all times, and that sanitary procedures include a thorough daily cleaning of wall units, chairs, and floors. Contractor shall practice personal hygiene at all times.

d. A vacuum cleaner may be used to assist in removing hair from the floors, back bars, and drawers.

e. Electric clippers and or single-use disposable razors can be used on skin areas around the ears and the back of the neck. Razors that come in contact with the skin must be disposed of after each use. REUSABLE RAZORS ARE NOT AUTHORIZED FOR USE ON SKIN. Razors with properly fitted guards may be used for shaping, line-outs, and razor cuts, provided they do not contact the skin. Sanitation for these razors should be the same as for other hair cutting, hand instruments.

f. Scalp massagers and other equipment that come in direct contact with the hair or scalp shall be wiped with a piece of cotton saturated with sterilizing solution. Rubber pads on scalp massagers may be covered with nylon for protection; however, they must be removed and cleaned periodically, to include the base where the rubber pads rest.

g. As an alternative to daily disassembly, washing and sanitizing, clipper blades may be cleaned with an approved blade wash and sanitized with an approved sanitizing spray. An approved blade wash or sanitizing spray may be any commercial product labeled for the stated purpose and labeled with EPA or USDA approval. Periodic disassemble electric clipper blades for a thorough cleaning, followed by sanitizing and lubrication.

h. Disposable safety razors shall be discarded after each use. Used razors/cartridges shall be placed in a rigid plastic container with an opening large enough for blades to be inserted without being bent or broken. Container shall have a tight fitting screw cap. Accumulated blades shall be discarded when the container is full, but not less than weekly. Prior to disposal, a small amount of commercial bleach solution (e.g. 10 to 15 ml per gallon) should be poured into the container to sanitize/disinfect blades. Container should be inverted several times to ensure chlorine comes in contact with all surfaces. Container shall then be placed in a regular trash receptacle.

5. Services, Tools, and Products:

a. Normally, barber services are offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Facilities shall not be reserved for any single individual or class of individuals; however, an appointment system may be established when it is determined to be in the best interest of the military mission.

(1) Contractor shall be responsible for purchasing the tickets designed for the customer numbering system.

b. Tipping shall be neither encouraged nor discouraged.

c. The use of compressed air to remove hair and debris from customers or instruments is not authorized.

d. After completion of barbering service, the barber shall offer the customer a handheld mirror in order that the customer may view the total result of the service provided.

e. The following services shall not be provided: Therapeutic or minor surgical procedures, including ear piercing; treating blackheads, infected hairs, sores or lesions; pulling or plucking nasal, ear, eyebrow or mustache hair; removal of warts or moles; weight reducing treatment; ultraviolet light treatment; eyelash dyeing; removal of hair by electrolysis, affixing of false eyelashes; or any procedure using eye drops, eye solution or eye cups.

f. Styptic pencils, lump alum, common brushes, shaving brushes and mugs, neck dusters, sponges, and powder puffs shall not be used. Plastic hairbrushes, of the types that have plastic projections in lieu of bristles, may be used provided they are disinfected in accordance with current departmental regulations.

g. Contractor barber station shall have the necessary "Tools of the Trade," i.e., electric trimmers/edgers, thermal hair straightening combs, variety of combs including pick type, scissors hand held dryers, rollers, shampoos, tints, creams, conditioners, hair spray, oils, etc…, and other accessories required to provide service on any customer, regardless of ethnic origin.

All equipment & supplies (including WIFI) must be provided by contractor. Facility will provide electricity and water to area. 2 sinks located in room. Each sink has only a handheld shower head.

h. the burning of incense, candles, or any open flame source is strictly prohibited.