PWS_(Dtd_7.27.2018).pdf

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) Exhibit for the

Association of the United States Army (AUSA) Annual Meeting & Exposition

Walter E. Washington Convention Center Washington, DC

October 8-10, 2018

1. The following describes the work to be performed for the design/build of the Defense Security Cooperation Agency exhibit at the Association of the United States Army (AUSA) Annual meeting, October 8-10, 2018 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington, DC.

2. The objective of the Department of Defense (DoD) Security Cooperation (SC) exhibit is to promote awareness of the Department’s SC programs, in particular, Foreign Military Sales (FMS) as well as to host senior civilian and military official bilateral meetings with invited Distinguished Visitors (DVs). These engagements support the DoD SC mission and Enterprise-wide improvement efforts. Offerors are invited to visit the DSCA website at www.dsca.mil.

3. Exhibit Size, Configuration and Location.

a. Size: 600 square feet (20’ x 30’)

b. Configuration: Island

c. DSCA Location: Booth #1943

4. SERVICES. The Contractor shall be responsible for providing the following services as outlined below.

NOTE: OFFERORS SHALL COMPLY WITH ALL CRITICAL DATES FOR SUBMISSION OF

REQUIREMENTS AS SPECIFIED IN THE 2018 AUSA ANNUAL MEETING EXHIBITOR

SERVICES MANUAL: https://ordering.ges.com/083600459/regs

DESIGN PHASE CONSTRUCTION

PHASE

ON-SITE SUPPORT

Contract Award through August 16, 2018

August 17, 2018 - October 7, 2018

October 8, 2018 – October 10, 2018

a. DESIGN PHASE

i. During the design phase for the exhibit, the Government will review award of the

Contractor’s initial proposal and work with the contractor to refine the design. This process may include, but is not limited to, resizing structural elements, replacing graphics, or manipulating graphics to change the look and/or feel of the exhibit.

ii. The exhibit shall be of a customized modular design. ALL STRUCTURES shall be finished with LAMINATE MATERIAL ONLY.

iii. The color palette of the exhibit shall reflect the colors of the United States flag (red, white and blue)

iv. The design phase shall conclude upon the Government’s approval of the final render.

http://www.dsca.mil/ https://ordering.ges.com/083600459/regs

v. The Contractor shall comply with submission of Floor Plans/Diagram of Booth Layout Showing Placement of Electrical in accordance with dates specified in the 2018 AUSA Annual Meeting Exhibitor Services Manual.

vi. Initial Render. The Contractor shall provide the Government with an initial render in the proposal submission showcasing the Contractor’s design of the DoD SC exhibit that reflects maximum use of the 600 square feet (20’ x 30’) of space.

vii. The initial renders shall reflect eye level-views of all four (4) sides of the exhibit, to include reception/outreach area, distinguished visitor (DV) lounge, storage closet, meeting rooms, exhibit walls and graphics, exhibit fascia and graphics and carpet. as well as a top-down view of the entire exhibit that depicts size and layout of all structures, to include all furniture, cabinet for placement of the coffee/tea service, refrigerator and trash receptacles and any other elements as identified in this PWS.

Note: The Government will provide actual graphics upon contract award. Graphics proposed in the offeror’s initial render are intended to represent placement of graphics only.

viii. The Contractor is responsible for ensuring that the initial render and design complies with the rules and regulations specified in the 2018 AUSA Annual Meeting Exhibitor Services Manual.

ix. Final Render. Upon completion of final design revisions, the Contractor shall provide the Government with a final render by 8/14/18. The final render shall be approved by DSCA no later than 8/16/18.

x. The approved final render shall represent the design schematic that shall be produced during the construction phase. The Contractor may not deviate from the final render without approval of the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).

xi. Upon approval of final render, the Contractor shall submit to the Contracting Officer and

DSCA Contracting Officer’s Representative a timeline of critical milestones and required documentation submission dates in accordance with the 2018 AUSA Annual Meeting Exhibitor Services Manual.

xii. FINAL SUBMISSION OF FLOOR PLANS/ELECTRICAL LAYOUT SHALL BE

SUBMITTED BY THE CONTRACTOR TO WASHINGTON CONVENTION

CENTER EXHIBITOR ORGANIZER IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SCHEDULED

TIMELINES SPECIFIED THE 2018 AUSA ANNUAL MEETING EXHIBITOR

SERVICES MANUAL.

b. CONSTRUCTION PHASE

xiii. Production/Construction Timelines. The Contractor shall ensure that all elements of production, construction and assembly of the DoD SC exhibit are completed in accordance with the 2018 AUSA Annual Meeting Exhibitor Services Manual. This will facilitate DSCA Contracting Officer Representative’s completion of inspection and set-up preparation not later than the close of business the day prior to the opening of the show.

xiv. Shipping Services. The Contractor shall provide the packaging, crating, handling and domestic transportation of all exhibit elements (i.e., exhibit structure, office furniture, consumables, and audio visual support). The Contractor shall ensure that all shipping, drayage and material handling activities are executed consistent with all rules, regulations and timelines established by the show organizer.

xv. Technical and Safety Requirements. The Contractor shall ensure that the exhibit meets all technical and safety requirements as identified in the 2018 AUSA Annual Meeting Exhibitor Services Manual.

xvi. Credentials, Passes, Badges. The Contractor shall independently acquire all necessary credentials, passes and badges for exhibit support personnel to gain access to the event site for the required duration to complete full performance requirements. This includes all activities, before, during and after the event.

xvii. Post-Show Requirements. The Contractor shall ensure that upon conclusion of the show and breakdown of the exhibit, the exhibit space is left in its clean, original condition and complies with rules and regulations provided by the show organizers. The Contractor shall ensure that subsequent dismantle, removal and disposal of all rental exhibit infrastructures, accessories and other exhibit support equipment complies with the show organizer 2018 AUSA Annual Meeting Exhibitor Services Manual and as mandated by the show organizer. The Contractor shall be responsible for any penalties or fees associated with space not returned to an acceptable position.

c. ON-SITE SUPPORT

The Contractor shall provide continuous on-site support for the exhibit for the duration of the trade show as follows:

i. Project Manager. The Contractor shall provide a Project Manager on-site to provide timely communication and coordination directly with the DSCA Contracting Officer’s Representative for all pre-event, event and post-event requirements. The DSCA Project Manager or other designated Responsible Contractor Representative shall be on-site at the event to manage Contractor personnel performance for the pre-event, event and post-event requirements. The Contractor’s Project Manager shall provide on-site, immediate resolution to any elements of the exhibit that are not operating as required. Immediate resolution is defined as response within 15 minutes of notification during show hours, or prior to next-day opening if notified after show hours.

ii. Technical and Safety Requirements. The Contractor shall ensure that its on-site support logistics meet all technical and safety requirements as required in the 2018 AUSA Annual Meeting Exhibitor Services Manual.

iii. Cleaning. The Contractor shall provide daily vacuuming of the meeting rooms and outreach area.

iv. Trash Removal. The Contractor shall provide daily trash removal at the end of each day and as needed for the event.

v. Beverages. The Contractor shall place orders for beverages in accordance with the timeline specified in the exhibitor manual and ensure delivery of water/soda to the exhibit one day prior to the start of the show. (See paragraph 4(j) for list of specific beverage items.)

d. EXHIBIT SPECIFICATIONS

The DoD SC exhibit shall consist of eight (8) major construction elements:

1. Reception/Outreach Area

2. Distinguished Visitor (DV) Lounge

3. Storage Closet

4. Meeting Rooms (2)

5. Exhibit Walls

6. Exhibit Fascia

7. Flooring

8. Electrical

The exhibit shall be of a customized modular design.

ALL structures shall be finished with LAMINATE MATERIAL ONLY.

The Contractor shall ensure that the DoD SC Exhibit design balances the eight (8) major elements above in a design that complies with exhibit guidelines for Island booths.

NOTE: IN ACCORDANCE WITH FIRE SAFETY GUIDELINES SPECIFIED IN THE

EXHIBITOR MANUAL, WHEN INSTALLING A DISPLAY WITH A CEILING, CHECK

WITH THE LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT TO ENSURE THAT THE DISPLAY MEETS

WITH THE NECESSARY FIRE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS INVOLVING SMOKE

ALARMS, FIRE EXTINGUISHERS, SPRINKLER SYSTEMS, ETC.

1. RECEPTION/OUTREACH AREA

The reception/outreach area consists of space, facades and/or structure that present outward into the pavilion.

a. Presentation. The reception/outreach area shall present high-level, professional quality design, layout and production using the most up-to-date industry best practices. The design features in the outreach area shall reflect the brand of the DoD SC Enterprise and portray the SC mission.

b. Flow. The outreach area shall provide adequate space for outreach personnel to engage passers-by from a centrally located area. The basic design shall minimize the ability of the number of passers-by to enter the exhibit and shall direct the flow away from the meeting rooms.

c. Reception Desk. Provide a reception desk of counter height large enough to accommodate two (2) individuals, but not so large as to overtake the outward façade of the exhibit. The structural finish of the reception desk shall be of LAMINATE MATERIAL ONLY. The desk shall include two (2) stools of bar height. The area under the desk shall include one (1) locking cabinet that is two (2) feet wide and the length of the reception desk. The outreach reception desk shall be placed in such a manner that it shields entrances to the meeting rooms and forces individuals to “check-in” with the receptionist before entering the meeting rooms. An L-shape configuration is ideal.

d. Title Panel Wall. A title panel wall shall be designed for the front of the exhibit. It shall be no wider than three (3) feet so as not to decrease space inside of the meeting rooms.

The panel shall include back-lit signage incorporating five (5), three-dimensional military service seals placed horizontally.

The lettering on the title panel shall be centered and placed in the following order:

DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE (1st line) SECURITY COOPERATION (2nd line)

SECURITY THROUGH GLOBAL PARTNERSHIPS (3rd line)

Underneath the above text, place the five (5) back-lit, 3-dimensional Service Seals horizontally in the following order:

Department of the Navy Department of the Army Department of Defense Department of the Navy U.S. Marine Corps.

Department of the Air Force

Beneath the 5 horizontal back-lit, 3-dimensional seals, place the following centered lettering:

DEFENSE TRADE & ARMS TRANSFERS (1st line) DEFENSE INSTITUTION BUILDING (2ND line)

INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION & TRAINING (3rd line) HUMANITARIAN ASSISTANCE & DISASTER RELIEF (4th line)

There shall be no more than three feet (3 ft.) of floor space in front of the title panel wall.

The panel wall shall accommodate individuals for photo opportunities.

e. Monitor. One of the SIDE walls shall include one (1) wall-mounted, flat screen monitor of no less than thirty-six (36) inches with appropriate USB/HDMI ports, cabling and speakers to play multimedia material provided by the Government. Placement of the wall-mounted monitor shall enhance the overall design of the exhibit.

f. Interactive Kiosk. The outreach area shall include one (1) STAND-ALONE interactive kiosk equipped with a touch-screen monitor of no less than thirty-six inches with appropriate USB/HDMI ports, cabling and associated audiovisual equipment to display interactive multimedia material provided by the Government. This interactive kiosk shall be placed along the outer-edge of the outreach area so that passers-by can use the kiosk without stepping into the exhibit and to preclude the kiosk music from hindering the outreach mission.

g. Literature Stands. The outreach area shall include one (1) STAND-ALONE literature stand for display of U.S. Government-provided literature. The stand shall be located in an area that allows passers-by to collect materials without having to enter the exhibit space.

2. DISTINGUISHED VISTOR (DV) LOUNGE. The DV lounge area shall present high-level, professional quality design, layout and production using the most up-to-date industry best practices.

a. The design features in the DV lounge area shall reflect the brand of the DoD SC

Enterprise and portray the SC mission.

b. The basic design shall minimize the ability of passers-by to engage with the DVs or enter the exhibit.

c. The DV lounge shall flow directly to the meeting rooms.

d. Furniture for the DV lounge shall include one (1) “Roma-type” white vinyl sofa and one

(1) “Roma-type” white vinyl chair. (See pages 124-125 of the exhibitor manual for pictures of the Roma-style furniture.) The DV lounge shall also include a glass coffee table that complements the furniture.

3. STORAGE CLOSET

The storage closet shall be no less than three (3) feet wide X five (5) feet long. The storage closet shall lock from the outside. Two (2) sets of keys shall be provided to the Government on the first day of the trade show.

The Storage Closet shall include:

a. Shelving. Interior shelving shall be sturdy and able to hold extra consumable supplies

(e.g., coffee cups, paper products as well as extra literature products required to support the exhibit.)

b. Coat Hooks. The storage closet shall include a minimum of four (4) coat hooks or a coat rack with four (4) individual hooks.

c. Flooring. The Contractor shall provide carpeting for the storage closet that includes double-thick padding that is one-inch (1”) thick. Carpet shall be of good quality, according to industry commercial build standards and durable enough to withstand constant foot traffic.

d. Electrical. The Contractor shall determine the electrical requirements to ensure the storage closet can be illuminated at all times. The Contractor shall provide at least one

(1) working electrical power strip in the storage closet to enable Government personnel to charge mobile devices and laptop computers.

4. MEETING ROOMS

The exhibit shall have two (2) meeting rooms.

a. Presentation. Each meeting room shall have a LAMINATE INTERIOR FINISH that demonstrates a corporate appearance appropriate for high-level official meetings and engagements.

b. Flow. Meeting rooms shall be easily accessible for representatives attending meetings but general flow/visibility of the meeting rooms shall be blocked by structural exhibit elements and contain a ceiling to maximize privacy of meeting attendees.

c. Conference Tables and Chairs.

Meeting Room #1: Meeting Room #1 shall have a rectangular conference table that is professional in quality of sturdy design and stature and free of any scuff marks, blemishes or scratches. The table shall be large enough to accommodate ten (10) executive office chairs. Chairs shall be comfortable, but not bulky.

Meeting Room #2: Meeting Room #2 shall have a rectangular conference table that is professional in quality of sturdy design and stature and free of any scuff marks, blemishes or scratches. The table shall be large enough to accommodate eight (8) executive office chairs. The chairs shall be comfortable, but not bulky.

d. Extra Chairs. Each meeting room shall have at least two (2) extra chairs to accommodate additional meeting participants. These chairs are not required to be the same type as the executive chairs, however they shall be of professional quality.

e. Ceiling. Meeting rooms shall have a fully enclosed ceiling to maximize privacy and reduce external noise. If show or pavilion organizer rules do not allow for a fully enclosed ceiling, the Contractor shall inform the Government upon submission of the initial render.

PLEASE NOTE: IN ACCORDANCE WITH FIRE SAFETY GUIDELINES

SPECIFIED IN THE EXHIBITOR MANUAL, WHEN INSTALLING A DISPLAY

WITH A CEILING, CHECK WITH THE LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT TO

ENSURE THAT THE DISPLAY MEETS WITH THE NECESSARY FIRE

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS INVOLVING SMOKE ALARMS, FIRE

EXTINGUISHERS, SPRINKLER SYSTEMS, ETC.

f. Doors and Windows. Meeting room doors and any windows shall be fully frosted or opaque so that external observers cannot see the interior. Meeting room doors shall lock and have two (2) sets of keys provided to the Government on the first day of the trade show.

g. Lighting. Lighting fixtures of the appropriate type, number and style shall be installed in each room to provide sufficient light to conduct meetings.

h. Fans/Air Conditioning. In each meeting room, provide one (1) free-standing tower, variable-speed oscillating fan and one (1) air conditioner to maintain a temperature of sixty-five (65) to seventy (70) degrees Fahrenheit.

i. Meeting Room Graphics. Internal meeting room walls shall display approximately one

(1) graphic for every two (2) feet of horizontal space and shall be placed high enough on the wall as to not hinder movement of the meeting participants (at least five (5) feet off the floor). The Government shall provide the final graphics upon contract award.

j. Refrigerator (2 each). In each meeting room, provide one (1) small “dormitory-style sized” refrigerator of approximately twenty one (21) inches wide by twenty-one (21) inches diameter by thirty three (33) inches in height.

k. Beverages. The Contractor shall provide the following beverages for each meeting room:

1. To be delivered each morning (and refreshed, as needed):

Freshly Brewed Coffee Assorted Hot Tea

Beverage service should include the appropriate cups/condiments/disposable service-ware.

2. The Contractor shall deliver the following quantities of water/soda to the exhibit space one day prior to the start of the trade show:

Four (4) cases of 24 bottles of 12 oz. or smaller drinking water.

Two (2) cases of 24 bottles of 12 oz. or smaller Diet Pepsi.

Two (2) cases of 24 bottles of 12 oz. or smaller Pepsi

The Contractor is not required to stock the refrigerators.

The coffee/tea beverage service in each meeting room shall be set up on an attractive cabinet that incorporates the refrigerator and is designed for providing easy disposal of beverage service items in a hidden waste receptacle.

5. EXHIBIT WALLS.

a. External Walls. External exhibit walls shall include no less than six (6) different graphics on each wall, which may include a collage of various graphics or individual graphics as stand-alone.

b. Where graphics are not displayed, a background graphic shall be used to match the exhibit.

c. Side Walls. If applicable, given exhibit configuration, each side-wall shall prominently display centered text as follows:

U.S DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE (1ST line)

SECURITY COOPERATION (2ND line) SECURITY THROUGH GLOBAL PARTNERSHIPS (3RD line)

6. EXHIBIT FASCIA

a. The exhibit shall be composed of a four (4) -sided fascia facing outward to the pavilion.

b. On each of the 4 sides of fascia include the following 3-dimensional/backlit seals and text:

DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE SEAL

(centered on the left-hand side of each fascia panel)

DSCA SEAL

(centered on the right-hand side of each fascia panel)

Centered text on each fascia panel:

DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE (1ST line) SECURITY COOPERATION (2ND line)

SECURITY THROUGH GLOBAL PARTNERSHIPS (3rd line)

The fascia shall be attached to the overall structure and shall display on all sides facing outward to the pavilion.

c. The fascia shall be lit by recessed lighting using the most up-to date industry best practices.

7. FLOORING.

a. The Contractor shall provide carpet for the entire exhibit (including storage closet) to include double-thick carpet padding of one (1”) inch.

b. Carpet shall be of good quality, according to industry commercial build standards and durable enough to withstand constant foot traffic.

c. Carpet color shall complement the color palette of the exhibit.

8. ELECTRICAL.

a. The Contractor shall determine electrical requirements to support lighting and power needs for the reception/outreach area, DV lounge, storage closet, meeting rooms, backlit signage, recessed lighting and any other electrical needs.

b. The Contractor shall install the electrical layout for each individual electric line from the main ordered from the approved source vendor.

c. Sufficient power shall be provided to all areas to ensure safe operation throughout the duration of the show.

d. The Contractor shall incorporate design elements as appropriate to minimize the appearance of electrical outlets, power cords, and other electrical elements.

END OF PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT