P09_SCADA PWS-Rev_2.docx

Performance Work Statement VA Connecticut Healthcare System Electric Shop Annual Services for Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)Emergency Repairs and Programming Updates

1. Scope:

The purpose of this requirement is to establish SCADA system emergency repairs and programming updates at the West Haven VA Medical Center. The SCADA system controls the transfer of loads and testing of the facility electrical distribution and emergency generators. A contract shall be awarded for a base year (12 months) with four (4) potential annual option years to be exercised at the discretion of the Contracting Officer.

Location of Services:

West Haven VAMC 950 Campbell Ave West Haven, CT 06516-2770

2. Description of services:

All work will be performed by a Qualified Field Service Engineer WITH 15 + years’ experience and has extensive Knowledge of the SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) Systems and the ability to develop Programing of Primary Logic Controllers, Sequencing, Safety Parameters and Automatic Reporting documentation on Facility Electrical Distribution systems for both Normal and Emergency Power. Contractor shall possess Extensive knowledge of Cimplicity Software and Licensing, all system Hardware (PLC’s, I/O Blocks and Meters) as well as expertise in setting up network and associated communications, utilizing Fiber optic, Mod Buss and Cat6E Cabling.

The vendor shall provide:

· Eight (8) straight-time (ST) days (per year) of as-needed, as-requested technical support and troubleshooting. Services to be conducted between normal business hours 7:00AM EST to 3:30PM EST. (Each day requested is based on an 8-hour workday)

· Provide four (4) ST Quarterly Visits on-site to proactively check system, occur in health, error messages, communications, etc.. (1 visit per quarter) Quarterly visits to be conducted between normal business hours 7:00AM EST to 3:30PM EST and shall be established at a time and date mutually agreeable by the VA and Vendor.

· Provide 40 Hours of Emergency Remote access to solve Emergent issues and be available to remote into the System Within 2 hours of notification. (Vendor shall allow for additional hours to be added at an additional fee if deemed necessary by the VA)

2.1 Work in conjunction with the VA when using remote access to allow for remote troubleshooting to potentially remove the need for round trip travel on some troubleshooting efforts technical support and troubleshooting.

3. Vendor Supplied:

· Provide all Necessary Hardware and Software for Remote Access Capabilities.

· Complete all VACT training and furnish any documentation requested for software updates.

· Provide 24/7 phone support (answering machines are now allowable)

VHA Supplemental Contract Requirements for Combatting COVID-19

1. Contractor employees who work in or travel to VHA locations must comply with the following:

1. Documentation requirements:

0. If fully vaccinated, contractors shall show proof of vaccination.

0. NOTE: Acceptable proof of vaccination includes a signed record of immunization from a health care provider or pharmacy, a copy of the COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card (CDC Form MLS-319813_r, published on September 3, 2020), or a copy of medical records documenting the vaccination.

0. If unvaccinated, contractors shall show negative COVID-19 test results dated within three calendar days prior to desired entry date. Test must be approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for emergency use or full approval. This includes tests available by a doctor’s order or an FDA approved over-the-counter test that includes an affiliated telehealth service.

0. Documentation cited in this section shall be digitally or physically maintained on each contractor employee while in a VA facility and is subject to inspection prior to entry to VA facilities and after entry for spot inspections by Contracting Officer Representatives (CORs) or other hospital personnel.

0. Documentation will not be collected by the VA; contractors shall, at all times, adhere to and ensure compliance with federal laws designed to protect contractor employee health information and personally identifiable information.

1. Contractor employees are subject to daily screening for COVID-19 and may be denied entry to VA facilities if they fail to pass screening protocols. As part of the screening process contractors may be asked screening questions found on the COVID-19 Screening Tool. Check regularly for updates.

1. Contractor employees who work away from VA locations, but who will have direct contact with VA patients shall self-screen utilizing the COVID-19 Screening Tool, in advance, each day that they will have direct patient contact and in accordance with their person or persons who coordinate COVID-19 workplace safety efforts at covered contractor workplaces. Contractors shall, at all times, adhere to and ensure compliance with federal laws designed to protect contractor employee health information and personally identifiable information.

1. Contractor must immediately notify their COR or Contracting Officer if contract performance is jeopardized due to contractor employees being denied entry into VA Facilities.

1. For indefinite delivery contracts: Contractor agrees to comply with VHA Supplemental Contract Requirements for any task or delivery orders issued prior to this modification when performance has already commenced.

Attachment “A” Records Management Language for Contracts The following standard items relate to records generated in executing the contract and should be included in a typical Electronic Information Systems (EIS) procurement contract: