S02 Atch 1 Statement of Work - 2 pages.pdf

STATEMENT OF WORK

Project: Fire Inspector II Course

1. Background: The VA Black Hills Health Care System (VA BHHCS) Fire Department is in need of obtaining the course work, tests, and certifications for Fire Inspector II class. VHA Directive 7718: FIRE DEPARMENT SERVICES AT VA MEDICAL FACILITIES AND DOMICILIARIES requires all VA firefighters to obtain Fire Inspector II in accordance with NFPA 1031 within 24 months of employment. The VA BHHCS is seeking to contract with a qualified instructor to provide a Fire Inspector II class to be held at the Fort Meade VA Medical Center, Education Building 90, located at 113 Comanche Road, Fort Meade, SD 57741.

2. Scope of Work: The Contractor shall be responsible for providing an accredited Fire Inspector II class to approximately 20 students at the VA BHHCS Fire Department. The class shall be held between the hours of 8am-4pm Monday-Friday. The class shall be conducted in a manner that meets or exceeds industry standards and is consistent with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) guidelines. The contractor will also be responsible to provide any pre-requisite requirements, testing services and a certificate for the VA BHHCS Fire Department. Contractors are to be escorted by VA staff.

3. Contractor Requirements: Contractor shall provide qualified person in accordance with NFPA 1031 and NFPA 1041 or equivalent to perform instruction, testing, and certifying.

Resumes are not required. The Contractor shall be a certified instructor and have a minimum of 2 years of experience in providing Inspector II classes.

4. Class Content: The Contractor shall provide an accredited course, along with all necessary instructional materials, books, and supplies for the class. The class shall include, but is not limited to, the following topics:

• Fire inspection and code enforcement principles

• Fire protection systems and equipment

• Hazard identification and risk assessment

• Fire safety management and incident command

• Fire code and standards compliance

5. Testing: The Contractor shall be responsible for providing an accredited test and proctor to all the attendees of the class, including all necessary fees. Attendees shall be required to pass a written and practical examination in order to successfully complete the class. Test must be PRO Board or IFSAC and the test MUST be given on the last day of the class.

6. Certification: The contractor shall provide an accredited course certification and certificate.

7. Deliverables:

• Inspector II class to be held at the Fort Meade VA Medical Center. The class schedule to be determined by the contractor within 8AM to 4PM timeframe, Monday through Friday. Any modifications to the class schedule must be coordinated through the VA BHHCS Assistant Fire Chief. The course must be completed no later than September 1,2024.

o VA BHHCS Assistant Fire Chief Lance Brozik Lance.brozik@va.gov

605.745.2034 x 2-2277 Cell: 605.430.9355

• All necessary instructional materials, books, and supplies

• Testing services and fees

• Course certification and certificate

8. Travel: Charges for travel must be listed and itemized by contractor. Travel and travel-related expenses shall not exceed the maximum allowable under the Federal Travel Regulations for the Fort Meade area.

9. Payment: The Government shall pay the Contractor the sum of the cost for the completion of this Work. Payment will be made within 30 days after successful completion of the class and submission of a proper invoice.

10. Reporting: The Contractor shall provide the BHHCS Fire Department Fire Chief with a final report, including attendance records and the results of the written and practical examination. The report shall be submitted within 30 days after completion of the class.

11. Changes to Statement of Work: Any changes to this Statement of Work must be approved in writing by the Contracting Officer prior to the work being performed.

mailto:Lance.brozik@va.gov