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Performance Work Statement (PWS)

Instron Calibrations and Maintenance

03 April 2023 C.1 Background

The Army Research Laboratory (ARL) owns thirteen (13) INSTRON Material Test Systems that require calibration and maintenance. The INSTRON testing systems are located at the Aberdeen Proving Ground, in Aberdeen, Maryland. The testing systems consist of a total of five (5) electromechanical type frames and eight (8) servo hydraulic type frames, two (2) 5984 series electromechanical frame, three (3) 5985 series electromechanical frame, five (5) 88R series servo hydraulic frame, one (1) 8803 series servo hydraulic frame, and two (2) 8871 series servo hydraulic frame). Within the thirteen (13) test frames, there are twenty-five (25) force transducers, thirteen (13) displacement transducers, and four (4) extensometers.

C.2 Objective

C.2.1 Calibrations

C.2.1.1 The Contractor shall calibrate the twenty-five (25) affixed force transducers located on the thirteen (13) test frames. The Contractor shall ensure the force transducers are remounted and realigned to the recommended test frame based on the actuator capacity. The Contractor shall ensure that the calibrations comply with National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) calibration standards.

C.2.1.2 The Contractor shall calibrate the thirteen (13) affixed displacement transducers located on the thirteen (13) test frames according to NIST calibration standards.

C.2.1.3 The Contractor shall provide a signed and dated calibration certificates to the Technical Point of Contact (TPOC) indicating verification of calibration for all twenty-five (25) force transducers, thirteen (13) displacement transducer and four (4) extensometer. Contractor shall indicate an 18-month calibration due date from the date of completion on all certificates per NIST calibration standards.

C.2.2 Maintenance

C.2.2.1 The Contractor shall conduct maintenance for the thirteen (13) load test frames, which encompasses the five (5) Electrical mechanical load test frame and the eight (8) Servo Hydraulic load test frames, in accordance with current INSTRON test standards

C.2.2.1.1 The Contractor shall check visual and mechanical checks the plumbing lines/junctions on all eight (8) load test frames for oil and water leaks at operating pressure. The Contractor shall conduct these checks at a minimum of 3000 pound per square inch (psi) system pressure. The Contractor shall correct any leaks to ensure full functionality of the test frame. (Routine Maintenance services do not include material repairs, only exposure and guidance towards repairs if required. Any material repairs would be handled separately from this contract.)

C.2.2.1.2 The Contractor shall ensure the full functionality of INSTRON emergency stop buttons. The Contractor shall rectify any malfunctions of the buttons and ensure the buttons are fully functional. (Routine Maintenance services do not include material repairs, only exposure and guidance towards repairs if required. Any material repairs would be handled separately from this contract.)

C.3 Period of Performance (PoP). The Government intends to award a contract with one (1) base year plus two (2) options year for a total PoP of three (3) years. The Contractor shall perform and comply with the full scope of this PWS for each of the option years if exercised.

C.4 Calibration/ Maintenance Frequency. The Contractor shall conduct the required calibration and maintenance in one (1) annual visit with two (2) Field Service Engineers (FSEs) and a duration of two (2) weeks for each visit.

C.5 Distribution Statement A: Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited.

C.6 Antiterrorism and OPSEC Review – Required Paragraphs for Contract Document Submissions:

C.6.1 Access and general protection/security policy and procedures. This standard language is for contractor employees with an area of performance within Army controlled installation, facility, or area. Contractor and all associated sub-contractors employees shall provide all information required for background checks to meet installation access requirements to be accomplished by installation Provost Marshal Office, Director of Emergency Services or Security Office. Contractor workforce must comply with all personal identity verification requirements (FAR clause 52.204.9, Personal Identify Verification of Contractor Personnel) as directed by DoD, HODA and/or local policy. In addition to the changes otherwise authorized by the changes clause of this contract, should the Force Protection Condition (FPCON) at any individual facility or installation change, the Government may require changes in contractor security matters or processes.

C.6.2 For contractors that DO NOT require CAC, but require access to a DoD facility or installation. Contractor and all associated sub-contractors employees shall comply with adjudication standards and [Procedures using the National Crime Information Center Interstate Identification Index (NCIC-I11) and Terrorist Screening Database (TSDB) (Army Directive 2014-05/AR 190-13), applicable installation, facility and area commander installation/facility access and local Security policies and procedures (provided by Government Representative), or, at OCONUS locations, in accordance with status of forces agreements and other theater regulations.

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