PWS dated 13 April 2022.pdf

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

402nd AMXG AIRCRAFT PAINTERS

13 April 2021

1.0 DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES. The Contractor shall provide all labor and technical services for depot on-site paint and de-paint operations at Warner Robins Air Logistics

Complex, 402d Aircraft Maintenance Group (AMXG) Robins Air Force Base, Georgia in support of daily operations in relation to current and incoming workload for the C-5, C-17, C-130, F-15, Global Hawk, and JSTARS weapon systems to include future paint and de-paint workload as necessary.

1.1 Basic Services/Requirements.

1.1.1 The Contractor shall be responsible for the selection, recruitment, hiring, management, control, transfer and/or termination of Contractor employees in performance of this PWS. The Contractor shall provide assignment of duties and monitor status as required by the Government in a timely manner to accomplish paint and de-paint operations. Accordingly, the contractor shall provide a point of contact capable of responding within four hours of being alerted by the government to any issues related to personnel or performance.

1.1.2 The Contractor shall ensure all employees possess required training (para 1.9), qualifications, proficiency, and security clearances and satisfy all other access requirements. The Contractor understands that any Contractor employee may be summarily removed from or denied access to any government property/facility/ installation if the Government determines such action is necessary to protect or preserve government property, safety and security, or to maintain good order and discipline.

1.1.3 The Government and the contractor understand and agree that the services to be delivered under this contract by the Contractor to the Government are non-personal services and the parties recognize and agree that no employer-employee relationship exists or will exist under the contract between the Government and the

Contractor’s employees.

1.1.4 Contractor personnel under this contract shall not be used in administration or supervision of Government operational activities.

1.1.5 Contractor personnel under this contractor shall not be required to travel for temporary duty during the course of the contract.

1.1.6 Contractor personnel are required to complete an initial and annual recurring

Occupational Physical as well as an Annual Respirator Fit Test (para 1.1.13 and

1.9.3). The Contractor is responsible for scheduling and costs associated with these tests. Respirator fit tests shall be performed at an authorized Occupational Health testing facility. Robins AFB Occupational Health does not provide respirator fit tests for contractor employees.

1.1.7 The contractor shall provide a skilled labor force for aircraft painters with experience in performing paint and de-paint preparation, scuff-sand, mask and tape, operations to ensure quality depot maintenance operational support. The work will be performed in Hangars 50, 54, 59D, 59P, 89, 131, 137, 2390, buildings140,169,180,670, and on the flight line ramp/industrial area and other buildings as required during the period of performance of this contract.

1.1.8 The contract employees will be assigned as team members to perform paint/de-paint operations performed by Department of Defense (DoD) civilian employees.

The contractor shall provide the fully skilled labor to perform paint and de-paint operations In Accordance With (IAW) the regulated and established practices and procedures employed by WR-ALC depot as outlined in this PWS. The contractor shall provide the skilled personnel to perform aircraft paint/de-paint operations with approximately a 20 to 1 on-site maintenance supervisor ratio.

1.1.9 The contractor’s skilled labor employees shall support defined segments of work, such as, a single shift or a specific paint/de-paint process. The contractor shall perform paint/de-paint tasks in accordance with the Work Control Documents

(WCDs) provided by the Government to the contractor supervisors. The WCDs provided by the Government identify the appropriate technical data, maintenance manuals and supplemental references the contractors are required to adhere to in the performance of each task.

1.1.10 Contractor supervisors will receive daily work assignments from the Government supervisor or delegated government authority at each daily roll call. Contractor supervisors shall assign work assignments to contractor employees within 15 minutes of the end of daily roll call and throughout each shift as required. All

Work Control Documents (WCD)/tasking’s will be completed in accordance with the stated job standard, technical order and all referenced directives. (Reference paragraph 5.1) Contract employees will follow all specified directives and standards for closing out work cards and completing work control documents.

Contractor employees will follow all technical, quality and safety guidelines in performance of their duties as specified herein.

1.1.11 Contractor supervisors shall attend daily production meetings. All contractor employees (supervisors and aircraft painters) will attend all specified meetings to include daily roll call, tail team and other meetings as required.

1.1.12 The contractor shall provide the following personal protective equipment (PPE) for team members.

a. Safety Shoes

b. Rain Gear/All weather gear

c. Knee Pads

d. Ear muffs (when dual-hearing protection is required IAW applicable Bio

Survey)

e. Hard Hats

1.1.13 Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) provided by the government, as applicable to the work location, task, etc., is listed below.

a. Gloves

b. Hearing Protection

c. Reflective Belts

d. Tyvex Coveralls

e. Eye Protection (Non-prescription)

f. Full Face Respirators/Filters (IAW applicable Bio Survey)

- Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPRs) (as required)

1.1.14 Housekeeping – contractor shall:

a. Perform clean-up duties, such as cleaning equipment, sweeping, straightening and lining up tools and other property in the assigned area.

b. Comply with all general housekeeping requirements for the aircraft production areas, including the flight line, in accordance with AFMAN 91-203, AFI 21-

101, AFMC Supplement to AFI 21-101, and WR-ALCI 21-101.

1.2 Specific Services

1.2.1 The contractor shall provide on-site management, supervision and skilled aircraft painters to perform paint/de-paint operations as defined.

1.2.2 Aircraft Painter: Perform all duties associated with the treatment, preparation, priming, painting and marking aircraft with a minimum of two (2) hands on experience performing this duties associated with commercial or military aircraft painting. Contractor shall insure that all employees are proficient and current in training. All employees will be at a minimum of journeyman level for their area of responsibility. A training period of a minimum of 90 days under the tutelage of a contractor journeyman technician for newly hired personnel is acceptable. Note:

Contractor journeyman in these cases indicates a contractor employee that has current PAC qualification on a specific task.

1.2.2.1 Skill and Knowledge.

1.2.2.1.1 Skill in applying various aircraft surface preparation methods and techniques; matching, tinting, toning, and blending coating materials; applying accepted coating methods and techniques including special finishing techniques for aircraft surfaces, parts, and components.

1.2.2.1.2 Skill in operating plastic media/sand blast chemical, and high pressure cleaning systems for washing, stripping/blasting, and cleaning aircraft parts and components.

1.2.2.1.3 Knowledge of accepted surface preparation, application and repair of coating methods techniques including corrosion identification and repair, special finishing techniques; paints and thinning additives required for various aircraft.

1.2.2.1.4 Knowledge of the operations and functions of a number of aircraft parts/components and the methods of removal and installation so that the parts and components are not damaged or misaligned.

Knowledge of a number of aircraft systems, subsystems, and assemblies such as electrical circuit breakers and hydraulic systems. Skill in Preparing aircraft and aircraft parts for servicing, towing, repairing, blasting, painting/coating.

1.2.2.1.5 Skill in reading and interpreting instructions, specifications, blueprints, and technical orders.

1.2.2.1.6 Knowledge of environmental, safety, tool control and security requirements, directives, and procedures pertaining to aircraft depot maintenance.

1.2.2.1.7 Knowledge of record keeping, documentation, and other administrative tasks associated with aircraft maintenance and repair.

1.2.3 Perform all preparatory work (obtains supplies and equipment, sets up ladders and scaffolds, and covers items with drop cloths and tape).

1.2.4 Set up, adjust, and operate spray painting equipment or other power painting equipment in accordance with original equipment manufacturers specifications.

1.2.5 Prepare surfaces by mechanical means, i.e. scraping, wire brushing, masking, spackling, and sanding surfaces. Cleans, degreases, and removes oil or wax buildup so that coating materials will adhere properly in accordance with (AF-WCD-197)

Work control Document (WCD). Wash and/or sand surfaces in accordance with

Government issued work orders. The final product shall be inspected by the SME to ensure surfaces comply with Government issued work orders and with manufacturer’s product specifications.

1.2.6 Remove scale, dirt and old paint from surfaces so the coating materials will adhere properly in accordance with (AF-WCD-197) Work control Document (WCD).

1.2.7 Mix, thin, blend, match, tint, and tone coating materials following specific written directives and specifications in accordance with (AF-WCD-197) Work control

Document (WCD).

1.2.8 Apply coating materials such as primer, paint, varnish, and shellac, using standard application techniques and ensures that the coating finish meets surface protection requirements in accordance with (AF-WCD-197). The Contractor shall pass periodic SME inspection of prep work and final paint.

1.2.9 Bake finish on enameled and painted articles if required by taskings.

1.2.10 Perform fluid flushing and air vacuum cleaning of aircraft fuel tanks in accordance with (AF-WCD-197).

1.2.11 Remove fuel tank braces for access to hard to reach areas.

1.2.12 Remove anti-leak sealant and polyurethane paint material from fuel tank inner surfaces.

1.2.13 Assist higher grade mechanics with cleaning of aircraft parts using solvents and other cleaning solutions.

1.2.14 General housekeeping will be performed in accordance with paragraph 1.1.14.

1.3 Contractor Staffing. For the initial task order after contract award, the Contractor shall attain operating capability (matching current staffing at the time of transition) no later than 14 calendar days after task order award, and shall attain 100% of required task order staffing no later than 90 calendar days after task order award.

1.3.1 For subsequent task orders, the Contractor shall attain 100% staffing no later than

45 calendar days after task order award.

1.3.2 The Contractor shall ensure each position is staffed no less than 95% of the time each month. If an employee is out for any period where this percentage is not achieved, the Contractor shall provide a backfill to ensure the minimum percentage is achieved. The Contractor shall ensure that any break in service is back-filled by qualified/equivalent personnel.

1.3.3 Vacancies. Vacancies are defined as: When a position is filled but becomes vacant resulting in the 95% requirement in paragraph 1.3.2 not being met. The

Contractor shall fill vacancies within 14 calendar days of an employee vacating the position. Prior to beginning work, the Contractor shall ensure that employees have met security clearance requirements. No additional days shall be given to obtain the clearances.

1.4 Monthly Activity Report. The Contractor shall submit a Monthly Activity Report via email in Adobe Portable Document (pdf) format. The report shall include the position description, employee name, and weekly sum of hours worked for the corresponding position. The report shall also include the status/percentage of labor category staffing on task orders, and list any vacancies that have occurred along with the status. The report shall list any other issues, concerns, or programmatic changes that may affect contract performance. The report shall be submitted no later than the 5th workday of the current month recording the previous month’s activities. (CDRL A001, DI- MGMT-80368A/T, Status Report)

1.5 Post-Award Kick-Off Meeting. The Contractor shall support a post-award kick-off meeting with the 402d AMXG Government Representatives and the Government

Contracting Officer Representatives (COR). The meeting will be held at the 402d AMXG at Robins AFB, and shall be scheduled on a date, time, and location mutually agreed on between the Contractor and the AMXG Government Representatives, but not later than

10 business days after beginning of the performance period. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss operations relevant to performing contract tasks. The Contractor shall introduce key staff and team members and shall provide a general overview of their approach to contract execution. There should be a mutual understanding between the

Government and the Contractor of the work to be performed, work schedules, and deliverables. It is a time to share questions, answers, and concerns to ensure a successful start to the contract.

1.6 Contractor Phase-In Period. The Contractor phase-in period shall begin on contract award date and end 14 calendar days after award date. The Government Contracting

Officer Representative (COR) and the Government Representatives (402 AMXG/MXDS) will be the primary points of contact to provide information and assistance to the

Contractor during the phase-in period. The Contractor shall coordinate with the COR and the Government Representative(s) to ensure a smooth transition.

NOTE: The Contractor Phase-in period shall not be billed separately. The Contractor shall not begin invoicing until after the contract period of performance start date.

Task Reference / Point of Contact

Obtain credentials for Contractor vehicle entry to the base PWS para 4.7 / RAFB Visitor’s Center

Obtain Common Access Cards (CAC) PWS para 4.5.4 / COR

Obtain Flight line Access Badges 402 AMXG/MXDS and AMXG Security

Office

Complete requirements for obtaining

Defense Biometric Identification System

(DBIDS) ID card

PWS para 4.5.5 / COR

Complete requirements for network access PWS para 4.5.4.1 / 402 AMXG/MXDS

Update Production Acceptance

Certification (PAC) folders Contractor Supervisors

Initiate specialized tools and consolidated tool kits builds/issue as required for new employees

PWS para 1.8.1 / 402 AMXG/Production

Support Center (PSC)

Initiate New Employee Orientation

(NEO) Training

402 AMXG/MXDS sends request to WR-

ALC/OBH

1.7 APPICABLE DOCUMENTS/DIRECTIVES

1.7.1 All work performed by the contractor shall be accomplished in accordance with applicable publications, technical directives, instructions, standards and procedures as provided by 402 AMXG. All applicable technical manuals, forms, publications, bulletins, directives, specifications, standards and procedures guides shall be utilized by the contractor and will be provided by the government through WCD and through Point of Use Kiosk. When a publication provided by the government is subsequently revised, supplemented, replaced or rescinded, the contractor, upon notification or receipt of it, shall comply. The contractor shall be required to correct any contractor rework discrepancies.

1.7.2 The Contractor’s employees shall comply with all established policies, operating instructions and regulations relating to the tasks of assigned duties. These include environmental, health, fire, safety and security compliance measures. The government shall periodically review contractor’s performance to ensure services are in compliance with requirement.

1.8 BASE SUPPORT. The Government shall provide property incidental to the place of performance (Ex: cubicle space, desk, chair, desktop computer, access to copier, fax and a networked printer) to the Aircraft Supervisors. In addition, the Government shall provide telephone service consisting of Class 3 and Class 1, to include the Defense

Switched Network (DSN). The contractor shall ensure use of all government provided equipment/facilities is limited to performance of contract related official Government business. The Contractor shall not remove any computers, peripherals, or software/hardware form the base. Upon completion or termination of the contract or expiration of employee identification passes, the prime contractor shall ensure that all

GFE to include base ID passes, desktop computer, laptop computers, peripherals, and other software/hardware is returned to the COR and each individual is processed through the directed Out-processing checklist.

1.8.1 Government-owned Specialized Tools and Consolidated Tool Kits. The

Government will provide all specialized tools and consolidated tool kits for

Contractor use. Contractor employees shall sign out Government-owned specialized tools and equipment at the Production Support Center (PSC). Contractor employees shall return the tools and equipment to the PSC each day in same condition as was issued. Contractor employees shall be responsible for the use and care of all

Government provided tools and equipment under their control. These tools shall be secured when the work area is unattended. Tool and equipment management shall be performed in accordance with WRALCI 21-201, Tools and Equipment

Management Program, and all other Air Force (AF) directives.

1.8.2 All work performed by the contractor shall be accomplished in accordance with applicable publications, technical directives, instructions, standards and procedures as provided by 402 AMXG. All applicable technical manuals, forms, publications, bulletins, directives, specifications, standards and procedures guides shall be utilized by the contractor and will be provided by the government through WCD and through Point of Use Kiosk. When a publication provided by the government is subsequently revised, supplemented, replaced or rescinded, the contractor, upon notification or receipt of it, shall comply. The contractor shall be required to correct any contractor rework discrepancies.

1.8.3 The Contractor’s employees shall comply with all established policies, operating instructions and regulations relating to the tasks of assigned duties. These include environmental, health, fire, safety and security compliance measures. The government shall periodically review contractor’s performance to ensure services are in compliance with requirement.

1.8.4 The Contractor shall ensure all keys issued by the government for the contractor’s office space are not lost or misplaced and not used by unauthorized persons.

Contractor supervision shall secure the occupied facility at the end of each work day and when facility is unoccupied. The contractor shall not duplicate any keys issued by the government. The Contractor shall immediately report to the government POC any occurrences of lost or duplicated keys.

1.8.5 Over and Above Work. Over and above work is work discovered during the course of performance that is within the general scope of the contract, not covered by the line item(s) for the basic work under the contract, and necessary to complete the contract.

1.8.5.1 Upon discovery of the need for over and above work, the Contractor shall prepare and furnish to the Government Representative a work request. Upon request, the Contractor shall promptly submit to the CO, a proposal for the over and above work. The Government and Contractor will then negotiate a settlement for the over and above work. Contract modifications will be executed to definitize all over and above work.

1.9 TRAINING.

1.9.1 Employee Training. The Contractor shall maintain training records for all personnel attending Contractor and Government furnished training, keep records current at all times, and electronically provide to the government upon request.

Training completion reports are to be given to the Government Weapon System specific training scheduler for documenting completed training in Production

Acceptance Certification (PAC) system. (CDRL A002, DI-MISC-80678/T NOT 1, Certification/Data Report)

1.9.2 Special Purpose Vehicles. Contractor shall insure personnel comply with

Government training requirements to operate special purpose vehicles. These vehicles include, but are not limited to, tugs, forklifts, towing equipment, equipment positioners, man/aerial lifts, and aircraft positioners. All of the contractors will be provided government training on a bi-annual basis for all vehicles used.

1.9.2.1 Flight Line/Industrial Area Driving Privileges. Prior to driving on the Flight line, the Contractor shall ensure that all personnel required to operate vehicles on the Flight line are licensed, trained, and certified. The

Contractor must possess a valid state driver’s license and vehicle insurance if driving privileges on the Flight Line/Industrial Area are required. The

Contractor shall contact the 402d AMXG Vehicle Control Officer to have employees trained and issued an AF Form 483, Certificate of Competency, to obtain Industrial Area driving privileges.

1.9.3 New Employee Orientation Training (NEO). Contractor employees will receive

New Employee Orientation (NEO) which consists of the following courses: Note:

Physicals and Respirator Fit tests shall be completed before Contractor employees are scheduled for NEO training. The Government provides and schedules all NEO training.

1.9.3.1 Production Acceptance Certification (PAC) Training:

a) All training required for PAC task certification shall be documented in

PAC Standard System (PACSS). (PAC Folder Requirements). This PAC training will be completed before NEO.

b) PAC prerequisites are requirements that must be completed and maintained current for specific task certification. These include any AF, AFOSH STD, technical order or local instruction that directs requirements for specific tasks. Assignment of mandatory prerequisites shall be documented in PACSS Section II.

c) All Special Skills Qualification (SSQ) identified tasks shall be linked to the related SSQ. All tasks related Recurring Training Requirements

(RTRs) listed in AFI 36-2650, AFMC Supplement, Attachment 4 and any task related RTRs that are identified by the government shall also be linked to the tasks they support (Process repairs).

d) Automatic decertification shall occur if task related recurring training or SSQ re-qualification is not accomplished in the required timeframe.

e) The Government production supervisor in charge of the respective teams is responsible for PAC task certification oversight. (Who is really doing what and should be doing what?) The contractor supervisor will observe the mechanic performing the task and upon completion of the task will certify in PAC. The contractor supervisor and employee will validate the certification in the system. If task has not been certified in

PAC, the employee cannot perform the task.

f) All training completed and classified as general recurring, will be maintained in the employees Production Acceptance Certification

(PAC) folder. Recurring training is scheduled by the government 402

AMXG/MXDSAD training office.

1.9.3.2 Other NEO courses provided:

a) Fire Safety

b) Foreign Object Debris/Damage (FOD) Prevention

c) Hazardous Materials Training

d) Hazardous Communication Training

e) Aircraft Technical Data

f) Lockout/Tag out

g) Tool Control

h) Aircraft Corrosion Control

i) AFTO Form 244 Training

j) Work Control Documentation

k) Personal Restraint Harness

l) Aerospace Ground Equipment Training

m) Industrial Area/Flight-line Drivers Training

n) Boom and Scissor Lift General Safety and Operating Safety Procedures

o) Aircraft Confined Space Training

p) Confined Space Authority (For Contractor Supervisors Only)

q) Aircraft Specific Technical Orders

r) Aircraft Specific Egress/Ground Escape

2.0 SERVICES SUMMARY (SS).

Performance Objectives PWS Para. Performance Threshold

Timely response to issues related to personnel or contract performance

1.1.1

Contractor’s PM shall respond within four (4) hours of being alerted by the Government to any issues related to personnel or contract performance.

Follow all Specified

Directives and Standards

1.1.9, 1.1.10, 1.2.5, 1.2.6, 1.2.7

Contractor shall perform specified tasks in accordance with the Work Control Documents

(WCDs) provided by the Government.

Tool and Equipment

Management 1.8.1

Contractor shall ensure tool and equipment management guidelines are followed in accordance with WRALCI 21-201 and other AF directives.

Contractor Staffing 1.3

The Contractor shall attain 95% staffing per labor category on task orders within 45 days of task order award, and shall maintain 95% staffing thereafter. The Contractor shall ensure that any break in service is back-filled by qualified/equivalent personnel.

Monthly Activity Report 1.4 Submitted no later than the 15th day of the month recording the previous month’s activities.

2.1 Government Surveillance/Inspection. In accordance with FAR clause 52.246-4, the

Government has the right to inspect and test all services called for by the contract, to the extent practicable at all times and places during the term of the contract. The Government will perform inspections and tests in a manner that will not unduly delay the work. This will not relieve the Contractor of responsibility for providing adequate quality control measures or from any contract requirement. The Government will ensure Contractor performance is effectively monitored and documented.

2.1.1 The Government Contract Surveillance Management Office (CSMO) shall periodically evaluate the Contractor’s performance by appointing a Primary and Alternate

Contracting Officer Representative (COR) for the contract. The Government has the option to request a meeting with the Contractor at any time to discuss Contractor performance. The Contractor shall comply with all Government inspection efforts.

3.0 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY AND SERVICES. None.

4.0 GENERAL INFORMATION.

4.1 Government Representatives. The following individuals will serve as Government

Representatives for (Group).

4.2 Contractor Program Manager. The Contractor shall provide a Program Manager who shall be the single point of contact between the Contractor and the Government. The name and phone number of the Contractor’s Program Manager shall be provided in writing to the Contracting Officer, Government Representatives, and COR no later than five (5) calendar days after contract award date.

4.3 Place of Performance and Hours of Work. On-site contract services shall be performed at the Warner Robins Air Logistic Complex. The work will take place in

Hangars 50, 54, 59D, 59P, 89, 131, 137, 2390 and on the flight line ramp/industrial area and other buildings as required during the period of performance of this contract at

Robins Air Force Base, GA. Normal dayshift operating hours, excluding federal holidays, are 0700-1545 hours, Monday through Friday. Contractor employees may be required to work other than normal dayshift operating hours, which may include evenings (swing shift), night (owl shift), weekends and/or holidays. Swing shift hours

Primary Government Representative Alternate Government Representative

Name: Wendell Dabbs Name: Kelly Holland

Unit: 402 AMXG/MXDS Unit: 402 AMXG/MXDSM

Phone: 478-222-9735 Phone: 478-327-5382

Email: wendell.dabbs@us.af.mil Email: kelly.holland@us.af.mil mailto:wendell.dabbs@us.af.mil mailto:kelly.holland@us.af.mil are Monday through Friday 1515-2345. Owl Shift hours are Sunday through Friday

2200-0630 hours. The Government will provide the Contractor the required work hours

(schedule) for contractor personnel, and will provide a 48-hour notice prior to changing any work hours.

4.3.1 Contractor personnel shall not work on a site unless Government personnel are on site working in the same location as the Contractor.

4.3.2 Additional Hours Outside of Normal Shift. The Government may require additional support for any labor category outside the regularly scheduled shift.

These hours shall be included in the monthly rate for each labor category and shall not be billed separately. For planning purposes only, the Government estimates an additional 10 hours outside of the normal shift may be required per employee per month.

4.4 Recognized Holidays. Unless otherwise required by the Government, the Contractor shall not have access to Government facilities to work or telework on all federal holidays or during facility closings as authorized by the Government. If the holiday falls on Saturday, it is observed on Friday. If the holiday falls on a Sunday, it is observed on

Monday.

4.5 Security Requirements.

4.5.1 Government Security Regulations. The Contractor shall ensure personnel, information, system, facility, and international security requirements are met in accordance with DoD 5220.22-M, National Industrial Security Program

Operating Manual (NISPOM), Air Force Instruction (AFI) 31-101, Integrated

Defense.

4.5.2 Contractor Security Clearance. The Contractor shall comply with all security policies and regulatory requirements. A security clearance level of SECRET is required in order to perform assigned operations/tasks as outlined in the PWS.

Contractor personnel shall not be authorized access to classified and/or sensitive, but unclassified, information and/or materials or be permitted to work on classified and/or sensitive, but unclassified, projects and/or programs without a proper security clearance and a need-to-know. Contractor personnel whose clearances have been suspended or revoked shall immediately be denied access to classified and/or sensitive, but unclassified, information.

4.5.3 Communications Security (COMSEC). The Contractor shall use only secure communications methods and/or equipment to transmit or otherwise transfer classified and/or sensitive, but unclassified, information in accordance with DoD

5220.22-M.

4.5.4 Access to Government System. The Contractor shall ensure a CAC is obtained by all contractor/subcontractor personnel who require access to DoD computer networks/systems, for DoD facility entry control and/or for physical access to facilities and buildings to perform tasks under the contract/order. The Contractor shall provide a list of contractor/subcontractor personnel who require a CAC to the

PCO. The Government will provide the Contractor instruction on how to complete a Contractor Verification System (CVS) application and notify the Contractor of approval/disapproval of contractor/subcontractor personnel application.

Contractor/subcontractor personnel shall obtain the CAC from the local Real Time

Automated Personnel Identification Documentation System (RAPIDS) issuing facility [usually the Military Personnel Flight (MPF)].

4.5.4.1 Network Access. Contractor employees requiring network access shall maintain completed and current network user training as required for compliance with all applicable initial and annual network-related access and security training. Contractor employees requiring a Government provided email account shall be subject to the same restrictions and conditions imposed upon Government employees. The Contractor shall ensure Contractor personnel who require access to an unclassified or classified Government Automated Information System (AIS) have the appropriate background check or security investigation. Upon completion or termination of the contract, order, or termination of Contractor personnel, the system account(s) will be closed.

4.5.4.2 The Contractor shall immediately report a lost or stolen CAC as directed by local Government policy. The Contractor shall notify the PCO of any change to the list of contractor/subcontractor personnel who require a CAC and provide an updated list within five business days. The Contractor shall return a CAC within five business days once contractor/subcontractor personnel no longer require computer network/system access and/or facility access. The Contractor shall return an expired CAC within five business days after the expiration date. The Contractor shall return any and all

CACs within five business days after completion/termination of the contract as directed by local Government policy.

4.5.4.3 Foreign Nationals must meet the requirement of AFMAN 16-1405, Air

Force Personnel Security Program, prior to access.

4.5.5 Access to Government Facilities/Contractor ID (Badging). The Contractor shall ensure Contractor/subcontractor personnel who require access to Robins AFB or other Government facilities comply with the security requirements of the installation.

4.5.5.1 The Contractor shall ensure a Defense Biometric Identification System

(DBIDS) ID card is obtained by all contractor/subcontractor personnel who require access to a Government facility, but not local area network (LAN) access. The Contractor shall submit a letter to the PCO or COR listing all contractor/subcontractor personnel requiring access to the facility. The

PCO or COR will approve the request and forward it to the designated badging agent to accomplish Robins AFB access affidavit. The badging agent then submits to “Pass and Registration” for issuance of the contractor’s DBIDS ID card. Contractor/subcontractor personnel shall report to the issuing/registration office to obtain the DBIDS ID card(s) with required documentation.

4.5.5.2 All personnel requesting installation Contractor DBIDS ID (credentials) must present a valid state issued identification card or driver’s license and a social security card or certified birth certificate or passport before they will be issued a credential. For those operating a motor vehicle on base, they will need to provide valid proof of registration and insurance. If Contractor employees are not a U.S. citizen, they must possess proof showing they are allowed to work in the United States/Georgia. Persons must present a previously issued Contractor identification card if applicable. Any foreign visitor/contractors must coordinate with the Foreign Disclosure Office.

DBIDS ID cards are normally valid up to one year.

4.5.5.3 The Air Force has mandated contractors requesting a badging ID, consent to a check of their criminal history prior to being allowed access to installations. The check will be conducted at the Visitor Control Center

(VCC) off Watson Boulevard, Robins AFB, GA. Contractors requiring unescorted access will need their driver’s license or state-issued ID, and a social security card, which will be checked by name, dates of birth and social security number. The COR will work with the badging agent and the

Contractor to submit required documentation to the Visitor Control Center

(VCC. The contractor ID card/badge authorizes unescorted entry to Robins

AFB for the bearer only. A contractor with a DBIDS ID card does NOT have sponsorship capability.

4.5.5.4 The Contractor shall submit a letter to the PCO immediately if contractor/subcontractor personnel no longer require access, upon transfer/termination of contractor/subcontractor personnel or upon completion/termination of the contract/order. The letter shall identify the name(s) and social security number(s) of the Contractor/subcontractor personnel. The Contractor shall return the ID card(s) to the issuing/registration office upon expiration, upon transfer/termination of

Contractor/subcontractor personnel, or once contractor/subcontractor personnel no longer require access to the facility. If Contractors do not turn in their ID, the Contractor shall contact the designated badging agent to terminate installation access.

4.5.5.5 During the orientation period, the Contractor awarded this contract will be allowed access to the facilities to familiarize supervisors, key personnel and staff with equipment, reporting, work scheduling, etc. Such access will not interfere with the daily production operations. Arrangements for access to Government facilities will be made with the Government POC.

4.5.5.6 Contractor personnel will be permitted access to observe operations

(workflow, priorities, scheduling, equipment handling, storage, parts, safety, security, etc.)

4.5.6 Operations Security (OPSEC). The purpose of OPSEC is to reduce the vulnerability of USAF missions to adversary collection and exploitation of critical information. The Contractor shall comply with DoDD 5205.02E “DoD

Operations Security”, DoD Manual 5205.02-M and AFI 10-701 “Operations

Security” to protect United States (U.S. Government interest. The Contractor shall ensure compliance with OPSEC requirements including procedures to protect classified and/or sensitive, but unclassified, Government projects and/or programs. The Contractor shall ensure Contractor personnel who perform work at Robins AFB or another Government facility comply with the OPSEC procedures of the facility.

4.5.7 Security Incident or Violation. The Contractor shall immediately notify the

Government Security Office of any potential or actual security incidents or violations including potential or actual unauthorized disclosure or compromise of classified and/or sensitive, but unclassified, information.

4.5.8. Supply Chain Risk Management. The Contractor shall implement risk management procedures to ensure that system, equipment, components, software, maintenance equipment, and supplies do not incorporate counterfeit parts, malicious code, or other elements that would allow adversaries to gain access to data and critical program information and disrupt operations. Contractor risk management procedures shall comply with:

Air Force Pamphlet (AFPAM) 63-113, Program Protection Planning for Life

Cycle Management, SAE Aerospace Standard AS5553C, Counterfeit Electrical, Electronic, and

Electromechanical (EEE) Parts; Avoidance, Detection, Mitigation and

Disposition, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication

800-53 Rev 5, Security and Privacy Controls for Information Systems and

Organizations.

4.6 Contractor Identification. Contractor personnel shall wear visible identification designating them as contractors at all times while on Robins Air Force Base.

4.7 Contractor Vehicle Entry. The Contractor shall contact the Robins Air Force Base

Visitor's Center to and comply with local procedures for obtaining credentials and vehicle entry. Information may be obtained by calling the following phone number:

Commercial 478-222-1972.

4.8 Quality Management System (QMS): The Contractor shall ensure the quality of services through a quality and/or inspection system. Within 30 days of contract award, the Contractor shall electronically submit a Quality Control Plan (QCP) to the

Government Representatives addressing detection of quality program problems and defects, identification of root causes for quality related problems/defects, correction of root causes related to detected problems/defects, and follow-up to ensure quality related problems/defects do not recur. The plan shall include the schedule of quality assurance/control inspections planned by the Contractor. (CDRL A003, DI-QCIC-

81722/T, Quality Program Plan)

4.8.1 Quality Assurance personnel (Government) are authorized to perform Quality

Verification Inspections (QVI) on all work accomplished by contractor personnel.

The government retains the right to stop work on any equipment or aircraft when safety violations, technical data violations occur or there is an imminent threat of damage to equipment/aircraft or loss of life/injury to personnel. Work will resume at the direction of the government after conditions warranting the work stoppage are corrected.

4.8.2 All contractor personnel are subject to no less than one Proficiency Evaluation

(PE) every two years IAW AFSCMAN21-102 and all local supplements. As part of the PE process the COR with assistance from WR- ALC Quality may inspect

PAC folders for task certifications. To facilitate communication regarding discrepancies identified by the Government QA, the contractor is authorized access to the LEAP System. The contractor shall be responsible for answering all valid government generated discrepancies (Form 343’s) in LEAP. The answer will include corrective action, root cause analysis and preventive actions to ensure recurrence does not happen. In cases where there is a dispute between the contractor and the government the contracting officer will make the final determination on the validity of a government generated 343. QIMSS form 343’s are a means of communication for corrective action purposes and not punitive.

4.9 Agency Affirmative Procurement Programs (formerly GPP). In accordance with

FAR 23.404(b)(1), 100% of purchases of Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-designated products included in the Comprehensive Procurement Guidelines (CPG) list

[https://www.epa.gov/smm/comprehensive-procurement-guideline-cpg-program] and/or

United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)-designated products included in the bio based product listings [http://www.biopreferred.gov] shall, at a minimum, meet the EPA or USDA standards for recovered materials or bio based content, respectively, unless an item cannot be acquired competitively within a realistic timeframe, meet appropriate performance standards, and/or be acquired at a reasonable price.

4.9.1 In accordance with FAR 23.404(a)(3)(iii), the Contractor shall provide estimates and verification of recovered material for EPA-designated CPG products and certification for both EPA-designated CPG products and USDA-designated bio based products. In accordance with the Robins Air Force Base, Georgia / http://www.biopreferred.gov/

Affirmative Procurement Program (formerly Green Procurement Program (GPP))

Plan, the Contractor shall provide estimates and certifications to the Government for completion of the applicable attachment(s) to be included in the Purchase

Request (PR) package.

4.10 Environmental Management System (EMS). Environmental Management Systems

(EMS) Awareness Training: All contractor personnel working on Robins AFB who perform activities on the installation are required to complete Air Force-provided initial

EMS Awareness Training. It is the responsibility of the Prime Contractor to ensure that all sub-contractors, vendors, and employees complete this training prior to beginning work on Robins AFB. Notification of training completion shall be sent to the Robins

AFB Contracting Officer (CO) to be maintained in the contract file for tracking purposes. Failure to provide documentation of EMS Training may result in termination of the contract.

4.10.1 EMS training is provided by Environmental Management. Request for Robins

EMS Awareness training through email at 78ceg.cev.FrontOfc@us.af.mil.

Contractors have two options to satisfy the mandatory EMS Awareness Training requirement. Contractors that do not have a Common Access Card must exercise

Option 2.

4.10.2 Option 1 (Preferred Option): The Air Force version of EMS Awareness

Training is available through the myLearning website: https://lms-jets.cce.af.mil/. EMS Awareness Training is located under the Air Force Civil

Engineer Center (AFCEC) /Air Force Environmental Courses tab. This option is only available to contractors who have a CAC and requires self-enrollment.

4.10.3 Option 2: Contractor requests a copy of the Robins EMS Awareness Training

Power Point Presentation from Environmental Management. The request should be sent to the Environment Management Workflow Box at the following email address, 78ceg.cev.FrontOfc@us.af.mil. Once the presentation is received, the contractor is responsible for ensuring that all his/her employees view the training.

4.10.4 Environmental: All contractor augmentees shall comply with hazardous waste/chemicals handling and disposal, as described in New Employee

Orientation (NEO) training and the Bio Survey for each building, operation and weapon system as developed per AFI 48-145, Occupational and Environmental

Health Program.

4.10.4.1 Environmental Control: Contractor employees shall be in compliance will all applicable environmental regulations at all times to include handling, storage and disposal of hazardous material (HAZMAT), AFMC 32-7002 and RAFB Environmental Requirements for Robins

Air Force Base. Contract employees can consult with their associated

Government Group Unit Environmental Coordinator (UEC) in all mailto:78ceg.cev.FrontOfc@us.af.mil https://lms-jets.cce.af.mil/ https://lms-jets.cce.af.mil/ matters pertaining to Environmental Management. (Elgin Bryant,DSN-

472-2853,402 AMXG/QPE)

4.10.4.2 Notification of Environmental Spill: Contractor shall report the spill or release of any hazardous or petroleum substance in the environment to the Base Fire Department at extension 911 and the Maintenance

Operations Control at extension 468-3567. The Base Fire Department will notify other Base agencies. If it is determined that the contractor caused the spill, the contractor shall be liable to pay clean-up costs. In the event of a spill, if safe to do so, immediate measures shall be taken to contain the spill and prevent it from entering any Base drainage system, RAFB Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan (ISWMP).

Contractor shall comply with the Robins “Integrated Solid Waste

Management Plan” (ISWMP) requirements. The ISWMP can be located at:

https://cs1.eis.af.mil/sites/edashins1/robins/Pages%20%20Programs/Int egrated%20Solid%20Waste.aspx. (Reference Appendix C)

4.10.4.3 Recycling: The contractor generating waste recyclable materials shall comply with the Base Quality Recycling Program (QRP), Environmental Compliance and Pollution Prevention (AFMAN 32-

7002) and shall be responsible for the following:

a. Segregating all recyclable items and place them in the appropriate recycling containers located around the Base

b. Ensuring food waste is not discarded with recyclable materials as this contaminates the recyclable items.

4.11 Contractor Safety Program. (See Appendix C, Part II, Para 7) The Contractor shall establish and maintain an acceptable safety program in accordance with their accepted Safety and Health Plan. The Air Force is part of the OSHA Voluntary

Protection Program (VPP). All shall familiarize themselves with the requirements of VPP. Information on the VPP can be accessed at http://www.osha.gov/dcsp/vpp/index.html. Additionally, the Contractor is responsible for the safety and health of all subcontractor employees. No more than two Class C mishaps per contract year and Zero Class A or B mishaps will be tolerated. All changes to the plan must also be submitted in writing and approved by the Government.

4.11.1 Safety and Health Plan: Within 10 calendar days after contract award, the contractor shall email a copy of their company Safety Plan that is required to ensure compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)

(Public Law 91-596) to 402mxw.se.wf@us.af.mil. The Safety Plan will be provided to the Safety Office for review. The Safety Office will provide acceptance or non-acceptance within 5 working days of receipt to the https://cs1.eis.af.mil/sites/edashins1/robins/Pages%20%20Programs/Integrated%20Solid%20Waste.aspx https://cs1.eis.af.mil/sites/edashins1/robins/Pages%20%20Programs/Integrated%20Solid%20Waste.aspx http://www.osha.gov/dcsp/vpp/index.html mailto:402mxw.se.wf@us.af.mil government point-of-contact who will notify the CO. (CDRL A004, DI-

SAFT-82080/T NOT1, Contractor's Safety Plan).

4.11.2 The Contractor Safety Plan shall address in detail the items listed in the

Contract Appendix C, Part II through Part IV as applicable. For task specific procedures identified in the Contract Appendix C, the contractor’s internal procedures for those tasks must be identifiable within the submitted Safety Plan or shall be provided in an amendment or addendum to the company’s Safety Plan. If task specific procedures identified in the

Contract Appendix C, are not submitted with the contractor’s Safety Plan, the submitted Safety Plan will be returned as NOT ACCEPTED. The contractor will have 5 working days to resubmit the Safety Plan, amendment or addendum to address or correct issues identified for non-acceptance. The Safety Office will provide acceptance or non-acceptance of the resubmission within 5 workings days of receipt to the government

POC who will notify the CO.

4.11.3 The Contractor shall comply with all safety regulatory guidance including those as detailed in appropriate OSHA and Environmental protection

Agency (EPA) instructions and Appendix ‘C’ to this PWS. Strictly adheres to safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and is responsible for the safety and accountability of all its employees. Contractor provided personal protective equipment

(PPE) must meet Occupational and Safety and Health Administration

(OSHA) and American National Safety Institute (ANSI) standards.

a) Maintains a safe and clean work area

b) Uses and assures proper fit of required safety equipment and clothing

c) Promptly reports any observed or identified violations in accordance with established guidelines

d) Operates equipment in a safe manner to avoid violations due to employee error or negligence. Promptly reports accidents and damages to supplies or equipment and any observed unsafe practices or procedures in accordance with established policies and procedures

4.11.4 Waste Spills: In the event of a spill the contractor must notify the

Contracting Officer and the government’s POC for the affected area.

Spills shall be contained and cleaned in accordance with state and local environmental standards. (AFMAN 32-7002, AFI 91- 204 and

AFMC Supplement 1), and RAFB 01560 Environmental

Requirements.

4.11.5 Foreign Object Damage (FOD) Requirements: Contractor will adhere to

AFI 21- 101, AFMCSUP 1, Foreign Object Damage (FOD) Prevention

Program. The purpose is to eliminate the introduction of any foreign object that could cause damage to any aircraft.