Atch_1_UAE_PWS_Final_Rev.1_21Feb18.pdf

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HTC711-18-R-R006

Attachment 1

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

STEVEDORING AND RELATED TERMINAL SERVICES (S&RTS) & THIRD PARTY LOGISTICS

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United Arab Emirates Seaport & Airfield Operations and various other /United States US Base locations within

United Arab Emirates.

Stevedoring & Related Terminal Services

Performance Work Statement

For

Military Operations Terminal – 831st Transportation Battalion

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

08 January 2018

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section Page

1.0 BACKGROUND & SCOPE

2.0 SECURITY

3.0 SAFETY

4.0 CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION

5.0 CONTRACTOR GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

6.0 SEAPORT/TERMINAL SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS SUMMARY

Appendix A

Appendix B

Appendix C

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1.0 BACKGROUND & SCOPE

1.1 Background

Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command (SDDC), headquartered at Scott AFB, IL, is a major U.S. Army Command and a vital component of the U.S. Transportation Command

(USTRANSCOM). Since its establishment in 1965, SDDC has played a vital role in our nation’s defense by providing support to every war, major contingency, training exercise and humanitarian relief operation where our military forces have been deployed.

1.2 Scope:

1.2.1 Stevedoring and Related Terminal Services (S&RTS) in Jebel Ali, Khalifa (Dubai and Abu

Dhabi), and Fujairah Seaports and Al Maktoum, Al Dhafra, Al Minhad, Fujairah, and Dubai

Airports, in addition to all other locations within the UAE where military operations are taking place.

The Contractor shall provide S&RTS and management services in connection with movement of import/export cargo via all conveyances as designated by the Contracting Officer or Contracting

Officer’s Representative (COR) and as delineated in the Schedule of Rates. The Contractor shall provide sufficient qualified labor, gear and equipment and materials to satisfy the scope of this contract, and make every effort to rectify any shortfall, for which the Contractor will be paid at the applicable commodity or man-hour rates.

Third Party Logistics Services (3PL):

The Contractor shall perform import and export logistics and tracking services at selected locations within United Arab Emirates (UAE) with the level of operations varying from location to location.

This contract will require interfacing with the Universal Services Contract commercial carriers for reporting information, provided that the Third Party Logistics (3PL) contractor does not unduly impede the carrier’s operations. The US Government (USG) will provide any training required to update information on the Surface Deployment & Distribution Command (SDDC) Electronic

Transportation Acquisition (ETA) website. Cargo movement reporting at all locations is required

7 days a week; additional services outlined below must be able to be performed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

1.2.2 Ground Rules

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The Government reserves the right to conduct training and contingency operations for U.S. Army personnel during a scheduled or contingency load or discharge for any vessel operation. The

Contracting Officer or COR will advise the Contractor when such training or contingency operation is scheduled; such notification will be provided to the Contractor as soon as known, but should be provided at least seven (7) calendar days prior to the scheduled start of a normal

Government operation, or as soon as possible for contingencies. During these training/special operation events, the Contractor shall provide sufficient qualified labor as required to support vessel loading or discharge operations and related terminal operations.

1.2.3 The services provided within the scope of this contract are considered "operationally critical support" as defined in DFARS 252.204-7012, "Safeguarding Covered Defense Information and

Cyber Incident Reporting”.

2.0 SECURITY

2.1 The overall performance classification of this PWS is Unclassified.

2.2 Personnel working IAW this PWS who do not require Information Assurance (IA) administrative privileges/system monitoring capability but do require access to Non-Secure

Internet Protocol Router Network (NIPRNET) applications, must successfully complete a National

Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI). Favorable NACI investigation results must be posted in the Joint Personnel Adjudication System (JPAS) before a contractor is allowed access to the

NIPRNET. Common Access Cards (CACs) will not be issued to Non US Citizens.

2.2.1 Personnel not requiring a NACI investigation but do require access to the port/military installations are required to obtain a Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC), or

Port/Military installation access.

2.3 Once the contract is awarded, all names of the contractor employees needing a NIPR TOKEN

(Non-Secure Internet Protocol Router Network) will be submitted to the 831st Dubai detachment for vetting through the 595th Trans brigade S-2 to ensure investigative and clearance requirements have been obtained before the start date of the contract. A SF85P will be required for a NIPR

TOKEN. The SF85P must be filled out with two copies; 1 digital and 1 printed with a wet ink signature below is the link to the SF85P.

(http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/sf85p.pdf) http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/sf85p.pdf

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All personnel wishing access to US/UAE Base must provide a full color copy of passport, front and back copy of UAE Residency card, front and back copies of driver’s license, provide vehicle registration front and back, vehicle insurance, and fill out a security questionnaire. Only US citizens are allowed to bring cell phones with cameras onto US/UAE Base. The following information is required to bring a cell phone onto the base; phone model/type, cell phone number, SIM Card number, passport information, nationality, technical data about the cell phone with pictures of the phone. The following web address has the required technical data

(http://www.gsmarena.com).

Contractor’s employees shall obtain appropriate investigative or security clearance requirements in order to work in support of this PWS and obtain NIPR Tokens. The Contracting Officer’s

Representative (COR) / Trusted Agent (TA) shall submit the names of the contractor's employees for NIPR Tokens in the DoD Trusted Associate Sponsorship System (TASS) with an expiration date matching the initial contract period. The Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) /

Trusted Agent (TA) shall submit the names of the contractor's employees for new NIPR Tokens for each subsequent option period upon approval of each option period with an expiration date that matches the end of the period.

2.3.1 If the Government notifies the contractor that the employment or the continued employment of any contractor employee is prejudicial to the interests or endangers the security of the United

States of America, that person shall be removed and barred from the worksite. This includes security deviations/incidents and credible derogatory information on contract members during the course of the contract period. The company receiving award of this task order shall make any changes necessary in the appointment(s).

2.3.2 Persons Excluded from the Premises-The Contractor shall not allow a person that has been banned by any authority from the premises to have access to terminal facilities, equipment, or other material related to terminal operations.

2.3.3 Persons with Restricted Duties-The Contractor shall not allow a person restricted by any authority from certain equipment or areas to operate that equipment or enter those areas.

2.4 The government will provide U.S. Military force protection and security of contractor personnel on site, commensurate with the threat, and IAW Chapter 6, FM 3-100.21, applicable

Theater Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection guidelines, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation

Supplement (DFARS) 252.225-7040 (c)(1)(i).

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If the Government notifies the Contractor that the employment or the continued employment of any Contractor employee is prejudicial to the interests or endangers the security of the United

States of America, the Contractor shall make any changes necessary in the appointment(s). The contractor employee will be immediately escorted off the premises.

2.5 Personnel Screening

The COR will be responsible for coordinating the Foreign National Screening program IAW current policy USARCENT/US NAVY, CTU 56.7.1 CAT IV M3 background/Host Nation screening Policy and Central Command/ Army Central Command (CENTCOM/ARCENT) direction. The COR upon receipt of contract award from the Contracting Officer will utilize the

US NAVY CTU 56.7.1 landside security access manager/Host Nation screening office to screen all employees to ensure they do not have any criminal offenses with their home country. Refusal to be screened will result in the applicant’s access to all duty locations covered in the PWS and supplemental locations in the UAE not covered to be denied or terminated effective immediately and, any badges already issued will be revoked, denied and, confiscated by the COR. Prior US military personnel shall be screened for military service criminal offenses and, local law enforcement agencies at their home of record.

2.5.1 Contractor will submit the following personnel information to the COR:

a. Full Name b.Social Security Number (if applicable)

c. Position Title d.Citizenship

e. Date of Birth

f. Place of Birth g.Passport Number h.Passport Date Issued

i. Passport Date of Expiration

j. Place Passport Issued k.Security Clearance

l. Organization and Station

m. Work Telephone Number n.Departure Date o.Period of Duty p.Complete Itinerary within Country q.Emergency Point of Contact and Phone

Number

2.5.2 Once the screening process is complete for an applicant, the US NAVY CTU 56.7.1 /Host

Nation screening cell will forward the packet to 831ST UAE Detachment for review. Any derogatory information may result in the applicant’s access being denied. Screening will be completed prior to any badge issuance. Screening maintains compliance with enhanced Force

Protection measures through document examination; verification; and biographical and security interviews. Applicants who have been denied access due to derogatory information may file an appeal to the Contracting Officer for review.

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2.5.3 Contractor Access to Ports of UAE and all duty locations within UAE as deemed necessary by the COR. Contractor shall be required to provide personnel information, required documentation, passports, photos etc. in order to secure access for Contractor employees to Port of Jebel Ali, Al Maktoum Air Base and supplemental locations within UAE not under USG control. Required documentation will be submitted to appropriate host nation security badging office to process the paperwork and receive the badge. In addition Contractor employees will be required to undergo background investigations and security checks as determined necessary by

Host Nation officials for locations not under USG control. Any cost incurred toward acquiring badging will be at the Contractor’s expense. The Contractor shall ensure that employees display the badge at all times and otherwise adhere to all security requirements during operations.

2.6 Cargo

The Contractor shall, at no additional cost to the U.S. Government, ensure that all Government property in possession or custody of the Contractor is at all times properly secured and safeguarded. At a minimum, the Contractor shall padlock, seal or otherwise provide security for partially loaded or unloaded vessels, partially loaded or unloaded Aircrafts, trucks/trailers, and containers remaining overnight, or not released to the carrier, until commencement of work on the following day.

2.7 Vehicle Identification

The COR/831st Detachment personnel will be responsible for facilitating Base / Port access for all duty locations covered in the PWS and supplemental locations within UAE. The COR/831st

Detachment personnel will be responsible for clearance of any vehicle used in performance of this contract. Contractor will provide all documents required to facilitate the request for access.

2.8 Information

All information furnished to the Contractor is to be used FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY (FOUO).

The Government shall brief the Contractor of any Operational Security (OPSEC) requirements as they become available. Contractor shall confirm with any OPSEC requirements identified.

Information determined as FOUO or included as part of the OPSEC Critical Information List (CIL) shall not be released to the public.

2.9 Security Requirements – Personnel directly hired by the contractor shall comply with any background investigations required by respective duty location and/or host nation security office for all duty locations in UAE deemed necessary by the COR. Personnel must also have a valid permit to work on all locations covered under this PWS.

3.0 SAFETY

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The Contractor must comply with applicable international, federal, state, local, installation and

SDDC Transportation Battalion safety and fire regulations. The Contactor must establish and submit a written safety program. The Contractor will support the standards set forth during each respective duty location’s pre-mission safety briefing. The Contractor must acquire, maintain, and make mandatory the use of safety equipment, personnel protective equipment and any other devices necessary to protect employees on the installation, port, airfield, aircraft, vessel, and all duty locations.

3.1 General Safety Requirements

The Contractor shall be responsible for the safety of employees during all contractor operations conducted in accordance with this PWS and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration

(OSHA), or Host Nation equivalent safety regulations and guidance as it applies to the Theater of

Operations. The Contractor shall perform the services as follows:

3.1.1 Conform to the safety requirements contained in the contract for all activities related to the accomplishment of the work.

3.1.2 Require all personnel working on the dock and in the ship to wear appropriate personal protective equipment to include but not limited to: safety shoes/boots, safety glasses, reflective vest and hard hat.

3.1.3 Comply with all safety, fire and security regulations as prescribed in the host nation general accident prevention regulations, and security regulations applicable to the port of operation.

3.2 Safety-Driver Training

3.2.1 The COR will coordinate and facilitate, as necessary, vehicle familiarization training for operating Government vehicles and related processes and procedures. The Contractor shall coordinate with local labor to attend the Government provided training so that sufficient pools of operators are available to operate Government vehicles within the port. Government vehicles may include, but are not limited to, all classes of Trucks, Stryker vehicles, Heavy Equipment

Transporters (HETS), Mine Resistant Ambush Protective (MRAP) vehicles and Armored Tracked vehicles. Labor shall participate and Contractor shall be compensated at man-hour rates. When the Contractor holds training there will be no additional cost to the Government.

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3.2.2 The Contractor shall ensure that personnel operating Government Vehicles possess a valid

State Driver’s License or Host Nation equivalent. In addition, Contractor personnel who operate

Government Vehicles must be trained and qualified to operate varieties of military cargo vehicles to include those items listed in 3.2.1. The Contractor shall furnish a list of qualified drivers that will need access to the base to the COR at least four (4) business days prior to the start of an operation.

3.2.3 All Contractor personnel who operate U.S Government or Contractor furnished munitions-laden vehicles shall possess an approved HAZMAT material handling permit or Host Nation equivalent qualified to directly supervise the vehicle. The Contractor shall provide the COR with a list of drivers that have access to the base and will be used for hazardous or munitions moves.

The list will include a statement from the Contractor verifying that the individuals performing driver supervisory functions comply with paragraphs above.

3.2.4 The Government reserves the right to stop Contractor personnel at any time to verify their qualifications against the approved list of personnel scheduled to perform hazardous handling movement operations functions. Personnel found to be in non-compliance will be removed from the handling of ammunition and the incident will be reported to the COR at least within 7 working days as well as in the monthly performance report.

3.3 Operation of Equipment

Equipment operated by the Contractor for use during operations on any installation must be maintained and operated IAW applicable Federal / State laws and regulations, OSHA, DOD regulations, or Host Nation equivalent laws. Any injury or damage to cargo that occurs because of non-compliant equipment or the improper use of equipment will result in immediate non-use of the Contractor’s equipment. The Contractor must take corrective action within two (2) days. The

Contractor will notify the COR when equipment is compliant. The COR will provide all

Department of Army (DA) Pamphlets and US regulations for any specific requirements for operations on military installations during the vehicle equipment familiarization training.

Contractor will be required to provide compensation for damages to cargo or USG assets that occurred due to the improper use of equipment or utilizing non-compliant equipment. USG will provide a damage cost due to mishandling of cargo which will be reimbursed by the contractor.

3.4 Safety Briefings

The Contractor shall conduct and document safety briefings for all workers at each shift change and must brief new workers as any new labor is added at no additional cost to the Government.

The Government will conduct safety briefings when necessary, during which time the labor will be on standby/detention time.

3.5 Accident Reporting

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The Contractor shall immediately notify the COR of any accident or incident, which results in death or injury to personnel during performance under this contract. Additionally, in all instances where an accident or incident occurs resulting in death or injury, the Contractor shall submit a detailed report, along with pictures, to the COR within 12 hours of the incident. The Contractor shall assist the Government during any investigation of an accident or serious incident.

3.6 Damage and Loss Reporting

3.6.1 Transportation Discrepancy Report (TDR) procedures for pilferage and damage claims.

(Form provided by Government).

Inspect all cargo upon arrival, before unlashing/unloading. All cargo will be inspected by the contractor prior to loading on mode of shipment to final destination. If cargo is damaged, pilfered, vandalized, and/or tampered with, annotate the damage on the discharge report. Once the pilferage/damage is detected, the contractor will initiate a TDR (DD Form 361) or a commercial report if unable to utilize a DD Form 361 to submit to the COR within 24 hours of the inspection.

3.6.2 Attachments to the DD Form 361:

While the cargo is in under contractor possession, contractor shall be responsible to compensate the USG for any damage caused to cargo or USG assets. USG will provide a damage cost due to mishandling of cargo which will be reimbursed by the contractor. Initial submission shall include photographs, statements from those on site at time of pilferage and/or damage, packing list (ensure that item is missing and/or damaged are highlighted) and a copy of the delivery receipt (if available).

3.7 Environmental Control

3.7.1 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS The Contractor shall adhere to all applicable U.S. Army and Host Nation environmental regulatory guidelines in the performance of this PWS. The Contractor shall adhere to sound environmental practices and all applicable

Environmental regulatory guidelines (Overseas Environmental Baseline Guidance Document

(OEBGD), 15 Mar 02) in the performance of this PWS. Environmental protection matters shall be coordinated with the COR, ACOR, and seaport/airport Environmental Representative.

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3.7.2 The Contractor shall be responsible for developing a spill contingency and response plan. A written Spill Contingency and Response Plan shall be submitted to the COR within ten (10) days of contract award. At a minimum, this plan shall comply with all applicable directives of the host nation environmental guidance and instructions. The Contractor spill contingency and response plan shall specifically describe how the Contractor will prevent and respond to spill incidents. An acceptable secondary containment plan must be submitted in writing as part of the Spill

Contingency and Response Plan. The Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring all employees follow the plan and comply with all Host Nation and U.S. Army environmental regulations, policies and procedures during the performance of all operations required in this contract.

Operations that present potential environmental impact include, but are not limited to, construction projects and sites, light sets, power generators/sites, dumpsters, refueling operations, defueling operations, refrigeration units, maintenance areas, drip pans, waste water products, black and gray water removal, and waste debris hauling. The following paragraphs identify specific areas and operations that have environmental implications. The Contractor shall ensure and maintain Host

Nation and U.S. Governmental environmental compliance during all operations at the site throughout the period of this contract. The Contractor shall report immediately to the COR and

Port Emergency Response Officer for any leakage or spillage of hazardous substances.

3.7.2.1 Secondary Containment For Hazardous Materials, Wastes and Petroleum, Oils and

Lubricants (POL’s): (new and used oils, fuels, lubricants, solvents, additives, batteries, acids, paints, antifreeze, etc. waiting disposition for use, disposal, or removal from the site). When requested by the COR/ACOR, the Contractor shall provide secondary containment devices for temporary and permanent storage facilities for POL products. Secondary containment devices shall be used during refueling operations and fluid exchanges to prevent potential environmental contamination. Secondary containment devices, such as drip pans, shall be used during refueling operations and during any fluid exchanges to prevent potential releases into the environment.

Secondary containment structures shall be provided for all bulk POL storage tanks, fuel cans, 55 gallon drums, oil cans, bladders, and other containers. When applicable, and as directed, drain-off devices (with valve, cap or plugs) shall be installed in the secondary containment structure to permit discharge of storm water accumulation. Containment applies to both Above Ground Storage

Tanks (AST) and Underground Storage (UST-dual walled w/interstitial monitoring) tanks which supply fuel to generators, equipment, vehicles, light sets, pressure washers, etc. Secondary containment requirements shall apply to all tanks and or containers from 5-500 gallons, including tanker trucks, tank trailers, tank and pump units, and vehicle refuelers. All secondary containment structures shall be free from soil and sand accumulations. In the event hazardous materials are required to be stored at the port where services are being provided, the Contractor shall be responsible for coordinating the use of storage cabinets with current inventory sheet and Material

Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) provided to the Port Safety Officer.Reimbursement of expenses related to this requirement shall be compensated as an Out of Pocket expense.

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3.7.2.2 Clean-up Responsibilities. The Contractor shall be responsible for immediate clean-up of all contaminated medias and waste materials associated with or resulting from any incidents involving any leaks or spills (POL’s, solvents, waste water, battery acids, paints, lubricants, refrigerant oils, hydraulic fluids, anti-freeze etc.). The clean-up efforts shall be coordinated with and approved by the COR. At a minimum, the level of clean-up shall include verification and documentation that the source of contamination has been abated, all contaminated materials have been removed and all waste materials have been properly disposed of in an approved disposal site.

In the event an accidental or deliberate spillage event occurs, and the Contractor fails or refuses to clean the spill, the Contractor shall be liable for all costs associated with clean-up, removal, and disposal, and any subsequent Host Nation fines.

3.7.2.3 Emergency and Routine Maintenance Clean-up Supplies. Contractor shall provide adequate operational supplies of both emergency response materials and routine maintenance material to properly respond to emergency spillage events and normal routine maintenance activity. All absorbent material shall be acquired and maintained on site by the Contractor. This includes all supplies necessary for proper abatement, containment, removal and disposal of any wastes, discharges, spills or releases. Coordination with the COR is mandatory to ensure adequate supply is available at all times.

3.7.2.4 Environmental Training. The Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that all employees receive annual training for all environmental issues that is documented. Certificates shall be maintained by the contractor and be available for inspection by the COR/ACOR.

3.7.2.5 The Contractor shall follow the directives provided by the Port Emergency Response Officer who will be responsible for assuming command and control of the situation by securing the scene, providing incident command and control, evacuating personnel, stopping the release, containing spills, and decontaminating personnel. Any clean-up efforts will be tracked by the Contractor and reported to the COR.

3.7.2.6 In the event of an accidental or deliberate discharge and the Contractor fails to mitigate and report the environmental hazard or spill, the Contractor shall be held liable for all costs associated with the incident.

3.7.2.7 At no additional cost to the Government, the Contractor shall maintain supplies for emergency response while in transit on public roadways and thorough fares until the Host Nation chemical response team arrives. At no additional cost to the government, the Contractor shall maintain supplies for routine maintenance releases. These supplies shall be available, or accessible, in a quantity determined by the Contractor and size to resolve a ten (10) gallon spill or five (5) cubic feet of materials, wastes, or contaminants that may potentially affect or impact the environment.

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4.0 CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION

4.1 Detention, Minimum Time, Differentials

4.1.1 Detention and minimum time, computed to the nearest five (5) minute multiple, are payable to the Contractor, in lieu of commodity rates specified elsewhere in this contract, at the applicable

Labor rates.

4.1.2. When detention occurs during a commodity operation, the Contractor shall absorb each detention of fifteen (15) minutes or less. The government shall pay the Contractor at detention rates for persons or gangs, including clerks and equipment operators (drivers) for each detention in excess of fifteen minutes including the first fifteen minutes thereof.

4.1.2.1 Detention shall not be authorized for any part of a gang that is not required on commodity operations or when certain classes of labor on commodity operations are required to stand by because of another class of labor performing a commodity operation. For example, commodity vessel load is inclusive of loading and lashing cargo. Gangs conducting the load & lash are inclusive of each other under one commodity rate; therefore, drivers or lashers during the process of load and lash may be waiting for the other to perform or complete their job. Neither party will be placed on detention while the other is performing commodity work.

4.1.3 Whenever detention occurs prior to or during extra labor operations, the Government shall pay the Contractor on a detention rate basis for the time of each detention.

4.2 Minimum time (4 hours) is payable to the Contractor if USG is at fault for not informing of a time change, or missions fail to materialize or when work is completed prior to the 4-hour minimum time and shall be payable (i) for checkers working in conjunction with longshoremen until completion of the longshoreman commodity activity; and (ii) for any part of a gang not required on a commodity activity.

4.3 Transition of Contract

Within 7 business days after contract award, the incumbent contractor shall begin a joint inventory with the incoming contractor. This joint inventory shall be complete and all issues resolved within

7 business days of commencement, unless a longer period is approved by the Contract Officer.

Transfer of all property shall be completed within 7 business days after completion of the joint inventory.

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4.3.1 Property: A 100% physical inventory will be conducted by the incumbent contractor and verified by the incoming contractor. The Government Property Administrator (PA) and/or a designated Property Representative will observe the physical inventory to assure concurrence by all parties. Upon completion, the incumbent contractor will post the transfer document as a closing adjustment to the Contractor’s property records. The incumbent contractor will maintain the basic property records reflecting authorizations, identification and management data for all GFP transferred to the incoming contractor. The Government will provide the incoming contractor with a Final Government Property Inventory report within 30 days from award.

4.3.2 Schedules: It is of utmost importance that work schedules be maintained during transition.

The Contractor will be responsible for work schedules until an area is officially transferred to the incoming contractor. Work will only be transitioned from the outgoing contractor to the incoming contractor when it is determined by the assigned COR that the Contractor can conduct the operation without detriment to the mission. This determination will be made in writing and provided to the Contracting Officer. Any disagreement with the COR decision shall be brought to the attention of the Contracting Officer for resolution.

5.0 CONTRACTOR GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

5.1 Personnel-Related

5.1.1 Personnel Compliance

5.1.1.1 The Contractor shall ensure compliance with DFARS 252.225-7040(e) and any applicable regulations, security and force protection requirements.

5.1.1.2 The Contractor shall ensure compliance with the Host Nation labor laws.

5.1.1.3 Contractor shall ensure that all Ex-Pat and Third Country National (TCN) employees have appropriate licenses, installation access badges, and VISA.

5.1.2 Medical Screening

Personnel shall receive appropriate medical screening prior to employment IAW Enclosure 3 of

Department of Defense Instruction (DODI) 3020.41. This screening shall include infectious diseases, at a minimum, but not limited to, tuberculosis, typhoid fever and hepatitis A.

5.1.3 Training and Certification

The Contractor's employees shall have all training and certificates required by host nation law and applicable industry regulations for operating and handling Contractor furnished equipment, and

Government vehicles.

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5.1.4 The Contractor shall not employ any person under this contract who is simultaneously an employee of the United States Government.

5.2 Reports and Documentation

5.2.1 Preparation

All documents submitted, as required by the contract and/or requested by the COR, shall be typed in English. The information recorded must be accurate and verified by the Contractor prior to submission to the COR.

5.2.2 Distribution

As specified in the table below, distribution shall be made with the correct number of copies being prepared and furnished to the COR. Other reports and documentation not listed in the table may be required by the COR.

Report/Document Frequency Time Standards Quantity

Operational Reports Daily Before close of business One per day

Labor Order Form Each cargo operation

NLT 8 hours after completion of shift One when required

Tally & Checking Report Each cargo operation

NLT 8 hours after completion of shift Two per TCN

Timekeeper Report

SDDC Form 288

Each cargo operation

NLT 24 hours after completion of shift One per operation

Warehouse Reports When applicable

Before close of business One when required

Cargo Damage Report When applicable

NLT 8 hours after completion of shift One per TCN

Cargo Accountability

Documents

When applicable

NLT 24 hours after completion of shift One when required

Monthly Status Report of drivers and trucks

Prior to expiration

Before base access expires

1 Host Nation

Transportation

Coordinator

5.2.3 Timekeeping

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The Contractor shall maintain timesheets with 100% accuracy for all contractual services furnished by his own operation and subcontractor’s operation within the time frame specified in paragraph

5.2.2. The timesheet shall include: date of operation; if work was performed on daily shift or continuous shift; the number of laborers, type of men used, and hours worked; type, number and hours equipment is utilized and the times and reasons for any work stoppages. Timesheets will be verified by the COR/ACOR. Compensation for timekeeping is included in the commodity rates.

5.2.4 Cargo Accountability

Within ten (10) days after contract award, the Contractor shall submit to the COR a sample of all documentation that will be used for cargo accountability purposes.

5.2.5 Miscellaneous Documentation

The Contractor shall be responsible for the daily pickup of documentation, i.e. cargo manifests, TCMD's, customs documents, etc., required for the performance of cargo operations from the U.S.

Government office.

5.2.6 Failure to Perform

Failure to perform reporting and documentation services which results in a loss to the Government, for excess handling of additional transportation costs, shall be at the Contractor’s expense. The amount shall be determined by the Contracting Officer and deducted from payments due the

Contractor.

5.3 Invoices

The Contractor shall submit invoices IAW the requirements outlined in the Invoicing Instructions attachment to the contract.

5.4 Out-of-pocket Expenses

Out-of-Pocket Expenses involve reimbursement of actual payment made by the Contractor to a third party as substantiated by submission of the paid invoice. Out-of-pocket expenses shall be reimbursed only for mission related services and/or material identified on order forms by the

Ordering Officer (OO). When the Ordering Officer requires services or supplies not outlined in the contract or for the line items designated as direct reimbursable such as internet usage, the

Ordering Officer can use the Out-of-Pocket expenses process. Any purchase (per invoice) over

$3500 shall not be payable without prior approval by the Contracting Officer.

5.5 Other Contracts

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The Government may award other contracts for additional work and/or work requiring special technical expertise (i.e. handling of aircraft or other sensitive cargo). The Contractor shall fully cooperate with other Contractors and Government employees. The Contractor shall adjust his work schedule as requested by the COR. The Contractor shall not interfere with the performance of any other Contractor or Government employees, nor shall the Government be charged for work not performed.

5.6 Pricing Rates

5.6.1 Commodity Rates – All commodity rates applicable to this contract are inclusive of all labor, equipment and port handling/tariff costs related to the handling and movement of cargo, to include planning activities.

Commodity Definition of Movement

Loading From place of rest to final stow location on vessel/aircraft

Discharge From place of rest on vessel/aircraft to temporary place of rest or land transport

Receipt From land transport to place of rest

Disposition From place of rest to land transport

Stuffing From place of rest into container/flat rack

Unstuffing From within container/flat rack to place of rest

Transfer From place of rest to other place of rest within port

Inland Transportation From outside port to inside port, or vice versa, via land transport

NOTE: This table does not include all activities related to a specific commodity movement, e.g. lashing and securing. See

Section 6 for activities other than the specified movement to be included within the commodity rate.

Exceptions to Commodity Rates – Whenever a peculiar type of cargo activity is handled for which no commodity rate has been established, performance shall not begin prior to written agreement between the Contracting Officer and Contractor. Such cargo activity shall be compensated at the applicable Labor and Equipment rates or until a commodity rate has been established. Cargo handling may be performed on extra labor and equipment rental basis to exceed the experience production standards upon request of the COR. Compensation for these extra services is set forth in Schedule 2 for labor and Schedule 4 for equipment.

5.6.2 Equipment Rates - All equipment rates applicable to this contract are inclusive of driver/operator, fuel, lubricants, slings and accessories, riggers and mobilization/demobilization costs unless otherwise indicated. Mobilization/demobilization cost for services requested outside of the identified operating locations in para 1.2.1 will be charged based on rates identified in

Schedule 15. Daily rates imply eight (8) hours of usage time and minimum time for equipment is four (4) hours unless otherwise annotated on the Schedule of Rates. Rental of equipment not listed on the Schedule will be made on an out-of-pocket basis, subject to 5.4.

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5.6.3 Inland Transportation Rates – All inland transportation rates applicable to this contract are inclusive of driver, fuel, lubricants and lashing and tarping materials.

5.6.4 Contract line items are subject to applicable value-added-taxes (VAT). Only services and/or equipment identified by current host nation laws and regulations will be subjected to VAT. This tax will be included as a separate line item on all applicable invoices, with no additional administrative fees applicable for the VAT contract line item. Reimbursement will be based on actual costs, and must include a supporting receipt specifically identifying the VAT paid against services rendered.

6.0 SEAPORT/TERMINAL SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

6.1 Scope

This contract covers the handling of Department of Defense (DOD) sponsored export and import air cargo handling, seaport handling, and cargo distribution areas of operations as outlined in section 6.0 in a manner consistent with the best commercial practices. The Contractor must be capable of working multiple vessels/aircrafts simultaneously at multiple locations using 24 hour continuous operations. The Contractor will be conducting ammunition operations, container operations, and full spectrum of cargo handling as detailed in the Schedule of Rates. Any work ordered and started before, and not completed by, the expiration of this contract shall be governed by the terms and conditions of this contract, unless otherwise requested by the Contracting Officer.

Locations of Performance - Contractor shall be capable of providing services in all locations within the UAE. In addition, port services shall be provided for the following locations including, but not limited to: Jebel Ali, Khalifa (Dubai and Abu Dhabi), and Fujairah Seaports and Al Maktoum, Al

Dhafra, Al Minhad, Fujairah, and Dubai Airports.

6.2 Stevedoring and Related Terminal Services

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6.2.1 Planning. Planning is the evaluation of stevedoring and related terminal services to ensure safe, efficient and economical operation by providing qualified labor, equipment and materials to accomplish those services. This shall include all aspects of the operation to ensure the Contractor provides the required manpower, equipment and resources to perform the operation. USG shall provide for planning purposes an ICODES pre-stow plan for loading operations. Planning shall include, but is not limited to: allocation of laborers and estimated time of completion, staging plans, vessel discharge plan and other distribution and transportation planning as required to move assets sponsored by the United States Department of Defense. Operational planning meetings shall be held on an as needed basis for the purpose of finalizing planning information. The Contractor shall work with the COR and the 831ST UAE Detachment to provide a staging and operations plan that has been approved and validated before briefing to the port/Harbor Master and Safety Crew in order to gain final approval to conduct vessel operations. Commodity rates include all planning operations and are not charged as a separate line item.

Where possible, the Government will:

a. Provide a load/stow plan to the Contractor

b. Resolve cargo discrepancies (including Hazardous Material (HAZMAT))

c. Identify sensitive/classified/HAZMAT cargo and provide handling instructions

d. Identify reefers and provide handling instructions.

6.2.2 Vessel Loading and Discharging Operations

6.2.2.1 As per paragraph 5.5, the Government may use third party contractors or government personnel to execute cargo handling in support of vessel operations. When other personnel are utilized, any work performed by the Contractor shall be compensated as ordered. For example, the Contractor maybe required to (un)lash cargo in which case the contractor will be compensated at the extra labor rate in the Schedule of Rates.

6.2.2.2 (Un)Lashing and (Un)Securing of Cargo on Vessel. The Contractor shall (un)lash and

(un)secure cargo on vessel in coordination with the chief mate and/or the COR. When loading, lashing and securing cargo on the vessel, no time shall lapse between these tasks. Cargo at all time will be lashed/secured as per DTR 4500.9R, Chapter II. The Contractor shall also record/report all

Commercial furnished or Government provided dunnage, lashing and securing material used aboard the vessel. Compensation is included in the Loading and Discharging rates in Schedule 1.

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6.2.2.3 Vessel Loading. The Contractor shall move cargo from place of rest and place cargo in final stow location on vessel in accordance with the stowage plan. The Contractor shall perform loading operations in such a manner that no damage is caused by the Contractor. The Contractor shall comply with the transportation priorities in DOD Regulation 4500.9R (DTR) and shall comply with the approved pre-stow plan. Upon COR/ACOR request, the Contractor shall perform vessel loading operations on any category of vessel which may have a gear or could be gearless.

Compensation for vessel loading shall be at the commodity rates in Schedule 1A.

6.2.2.4 Vessel Discharging. The Contractor shall unlash, unsecure, breakout and move cargo from place of rest on vessel to the temporary resting area or mode of land transport.

The Contractor shall perform discharge operations in such a manner that no cargo is damaged. All cargo shall be landed at the designated place of rest. Compensation for vessel discharge shall be at the commodity rates in Schedule 1B.

6.2.2.5 Removal of Materials. The Contractor shall remove all unused dunnage, lashing and securing material. The Contractor shall also remove from vessel all debris (including broom sweeping) generated by the operation. Compensation is included in the commodity rate in

Schedule 1A for loading and Schedule 1B for discharging.

6.2.2.6 Stowage of Unused Materials on Vessel. Unused dunnage, lashing and securing material belonging to the vessel, shall be stowed by the Contractor aboard the vessel according to the instructions of vessel master or chief mate. The Contractor will be responsible for clearing all contractor furnished dunnage materials from vessels per instructions from vessels first officer.

Compensation is included in the commodity rate in Schedule 1A for loading and Schedule 1B for discharging.

6.2.2.7 Broken/Missing Seal and/or Damaged Cargo. Prior to vessel loading cargo or discharging with either broken or missing seal, or which contain damaged cargo, the Contractor shall notify the COR/ACOR. When requested by COR compensation for replacing seal will be under Schedule

8 (Out of pocket).

6.2.2.8 Opening and Closing Vessels:

When required due to weather or working conditions upon request from the vessel master of Chief mate, the Contractor shall remove and replace tarpaulins, battens, hatch covers, beams and tank tops with respect to all decks and deep tanks. The Contractor shall also be responsible for the removal, handling, replacing or setting of reefer plugs in any space aboard the vessel. The placing and removing of side ramps and steel plates on RORO vessels is included as routine opening and closing and compensation is included in the commodity rates in Schedule 1.

6.2.2.9 Handling Explosive/Hazardous Materials

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The Contractor shall handle explosives/hazardous cargo in accordance with International Maritime

Organization (IMO) regulations and local port restrictions. Compensation shall be in accordance with the commodity rates in Schedule 1. Prior to commencing any explosive/hazardous cargo operation, the Contractor shall insure that all necessary explosive permits and authorizations required by the state or municipal authorities to handle ammunition and explosives have been obtained.

6.2.3 Receipt/Disposition of Cargo

6.2.3.1 Military Personnel and Third Party Contractors may be used for receipt/unload or disposition/load of military cargo from trucks. When requested by the COR, the Contractor shall

(un)lash and (un)secure all cargo on trucks. Compensation for (un)lashing/(un)securing cargo during third party receipt/disposition operations shall be at the Extra Labor Rates for work actually performed .

6.2.3.2 Time Lapse. When unloading or loading cargo from land transport, no time shall lapse between unloading/unlashing or loading/lashing the cargo. Contractor will be responsible for compensation of truck detention caused due to the delay.

6.2.3.3 Un-Lashing and Un-Securing/ Lashing and Securing of Cargo. Un-lashing/un-securing and lashing/securing of cargo on mode(s) of land transport shall be IAW host nation laws and regulations and best commercial practices, with exception of military trucks. Lashing and securing of cargo on military trucks shall be IAW applicable Military regulations. Compensation for unlashing/un-securing is included in commodity rates in Schedule 1C and Schedule 1D.

6.2.3.4 Removal of Tarpaulins. When requested, the Contractor shall remove tarpaulin covers from trailers. Additionally, the Contractor shall retain control and maintain accountability of all

Government furnished tarpaulins. Compensation is included in commodity rates in Schedule 1C and Schedule 1D.

6.2.3.5 Receipt of Cargo for Inland Transportation

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The Contractor shall unlash, unsecure, and remove cargo from mode(s) of inland transportation to designated place of rest at all port locations prior to loading in such a manner that no damage is caused by the Contractor. Receipt of cargo is applicable for export shipments. Receipt also includes removing/reinstalling transporter components i.e. sideboards, rails, tarpaulins, etc. The

Contractor shall remove all labels and placards from all modes of land transport before release back to carrier. The work area where modes of inland transportation are loaded / unloaded shall be kept free of wood splinters, nails, lashing gear material and other residue generated during loading/unloading and…