Solicitation - W911SG25RA007_Issued.pdf

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SOLICITATION, OFFER,

AND AWARD

(Construction, Alteration, or Repair) IMPORTANT - The "offer" section on the reverse must be fully completed by offeror.

9. FOR

INFORMATION CALL:

NOTE: In sealed bid solicitations "offer" and "offeror" mean "bid and "bidder".

SOLICITATION

1. SOLICITATION NUMBER

5. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUEST NUMBER

CODE

6. PROJECT NUMBER

8. ADDRESS OFFER TO

4. CONTRACT NUMBER

7. ISSUED BY

10. THE GOVERNMENT REQUIRES PERFORMANCE OF THE WORK DESCRIBED IN THESE DOCUMENTS (Title, identifying number, date)

11. The contractor shall begin performance within

12a. THE CONTRACTOR MUST FURNISH ANY REQUIRED PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BONDS?

(If "YES", indicate within how many calendar days after award in Item 12b.)

13. ADDITIONAL SOLICITATION REQUIREMENTS:

a. Sealed offers in original and

b. An offer guarantee

c. All offers are subject to the (1) work requirements, and (2) other provisions and clauses incorporated in the solicitation in full text or by reference.

d. Offers providing less than

STANDARD FORM 1442 (REV. 12/2022)

Prescribed by GSA - FAR (48 CFR) 53.236-1(d) calendar days for Government acceptance after the date offers are due will not be considered and will be rejected.

is, is not required.

local time containing offers shall be marked to show the offeror's name and address, the solicitation number, and the date and time offers are due.

(date). If this is a sealed bid solicitation, offers will be publicly opened at that time. Sealed envelopes copies to perform the work required are due at the place specified in Item 8 by (hour) award, YES NO notice to proceed. This performance period is mandatory negotiable.

calendar days and complete it within calendar days after receiving

a. NAME b. TELEPHONE NUMBER (Include area code) (NO COLLECT CALLS)

12b. CALENDAR DAYS

2. TYPE OF SOLICITATION

SEALED BID (IFB)

INVITATION FOR BID

NEGOTIATED (RFP)

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

3. DATE ISSUED PAGE OF PAGES

AWARD (To be completed by Government)

17. The offeror agrees to perform the work required at the prices specified below in strict accordance with the terms of this solicitation, if this offer is accepted calendar days after the date offers are due. (Insert any number equal to or greater than the minimum requirement by the Government in writing within stated in Item 13d. Failure to insert any number means the offeror accepts the minimum in Item 13d.)

OFFER (Must be fully completed by offeror)

AMOUNTS

18. The offeror agrees to furnish any required performance and payment bonds.

19. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF AMENDMENTS

(The offeror acknowledges receipt of amendments to the solicitation -- give number and date of each)

AMENDMENT

NUMBER

DATE

CONTRACTING OFFICER WILL COMPLETE ITEM 28 OR 29 AS APPLICABLE

14. NAME AND ADDRESS OF OFFEROR (Include ZIP Code)

CODE FACILITY CODE

15. TELEPHONE NUMBER (Include area code)

16. REMITTANCE ADDRESS (Include only if different than Item 14.)

20a. NAME AND TITLE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN OFFER (Type or print)

21. ITEMS ACCEPTED:

22. AMOUNT

26. ADMINISTERED BY

30a. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTOR OR PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN (Type or print)

31c. DATE

STANDARD FORM 1442 (REV. 12/2022) BACK

31b. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

BY

31a. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

29. AWARD (Contractor is not required to sign this document.) Your offer on this solicitation is hereby accepted as to the items listed. This award consummates the contract, which consists of (a) the Government solicitation and your offer, and (b) this contract award. No further contractual document is necessary.

30b. SIGNATURE 30c. DATE

28. NEGOTIATED AGREEMENT (Contractor is required to sign this document and return and deliver all items or perform all work requirements identified on this form and any continuation sheets for the consideration stated in this contract. The rights and obligations of the parties to this contract shall be governed by (a) this contract award, (b) the solicitation, and (c) the clauses, representations, certifications, and specifications incorporated by reference in or attached to this contract.

copies to issuing office.) Contractor agrees to furnish

24. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN

(4 copies unless otherwise specified)

23. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

ITEM

25. OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION PURSUANT TO THE UNITED STATES

CODE AT

27. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY

10 U.S.C. 3204(a) ( ) 41 U.S.C. 3304(a) ( )

20b. SIGNATURE 20c. OFFER DATE

Section 00 00 00 - Procurement and Contracting Requirements

Communication Infrastructure for Bldg. 5800

W911SG25RA007

Section 00 01 15 - List of Drawing Sheets

STATEMENT OF WORK BLDG 5800 Communications Infrastructure PART 1 GENERAL INFORMATION

1. General. The Contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, and other items and non-personal services necessary to install the data and voice communications infrastructure in building (BLDG) 5800 as defined in this Statement of Work (SOW).

1.1. Background. BLDG 5800 needs additional network drops to support the mission in the building.

1.2. Objectives. Contractor shall install inside plant (ISP) communications infrastructure. This install may require 1-inch conduits to install data/phone cables with user end surface mount boxes ISP.

1.3. Scope. The project will require ISP and PA (Proprietary Approval) to drill into building walls for the data cables. The building requires fifty-nine

(59) Category 6 (CAT6) Local Area Network (LAN) drop consisting of thirty (30) cables for data and utilizing the Fort Bliss color code; red CAT 6 plenum rated cable for Data in 1-inch EMT at the user end; twenty-nine cables for data and utilizing Fort Bliss color code; blue CAT6 plenum rated cable for Data in 1-inch EMT at the user end. The building will also require fifty-nine (59) RJ45 jack with the faceplate.

1.3.1 Contractor shall install grounding with correct hardware material and attaching the proper size American Wire Gauge (AWG) cable lead from the Bus bar. Cable tray, racks and conduits will need to be grounded and bonded in accordance with IAW I3A standards.

1.3.2 The Contractor shall install the LAN drop, and install the associated material IAW the Installation, Information, Infrastructure Architecture (I3A) and UFC-3-580-01 technical criteria. The contractor will need to run one (1) 1-inch EMT conduit to the specified location (see diagram for location). Install the LAN drop in 1-inch EMT conduit at the specified location indicated using CAT6 plenum rated cable. Red CAT6 for SIPR data / Blue CAT6 for Seagull network with the use of the color specified CAT 6 jacks to meet I3A and BISCI installation guidelines. The Contractor shall install and terminate all cables on the patch panels in the communication room (see diagram for location). Fire-stop all wall penetrations, openings, and EMT wherever needed. All equipment shall be labeled; this includes any existing and new equipment installed. Label everything IAW per I3A.

1.3.3 NETWORK EQUIPMENT: N/A.

1.4. Estimated Completion Time. The Allotted time to complete the project shall be 30 business days from the Notice to Proceed (NTP) being awarded to the finalization of installation.

1.5. Quality Control. Quality Control is the responsibility of the Contractor. The Contractor is responsible for the delivery of quality services to the Government [see Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) 52.246-1, Contractor Inspection Requirements].

1.6. The Contractor shall develop, implement, and maintain an effective Quality Control System which includes a written Quality Control Plan (QCP). The QCP shall implement standardized procedure/methodology for monitoring and documenting contract performance to ensure all contract requirements are met. The Contractors' QCP must contain a systematic approach to monitor operations to ensure acceptable services are provided to the Government. The QCP, as a minimum, shall address continuous process improvement; procedures for scheduling, conducting and documentation of inspection; discrepancy identification and correction; corrective action procedures to include procedures for addressing Government discovered non-conformances; procedures for root cause analysis to identify the root cause and root cause corrective action to prevent re-occurrence of discrepancies; procedures for trend analysis; procedures for collecting and addressing customer feedback/complaints. The Contractor shall provide to the Government their quality control documentation with the proposal; changes to the QCP after award shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer (KO) and COR within five (5) working days prior to the proposed changes thereafter. After acceptance of the quality control plan the contractor shall receive the KOs acceptance in writing of any proposed change to their QC system in regard to this contract.

1.6.1 Corrective Actions. At any time, it is determined by the KO that the quality control system, personnel, instructions, controls, tests, or records are not providing results which conform to contract requirements; action shall be taken by the Contractor to correct the deficiency.

1.7. Quality Assurance.

1.7.1 The Government shall evaluate the Contractor's performance under this contract in accordance with the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP). This plan is a Government only document primarily focused on what the Government must do to assure that the Contractor has performed in accordance with the requirements of the Statement of Work of this contract. It defines how the performance standards will be applied, the frequency of surveillance, and the minimum acceptable deficiency rate.

1.7.2 Post Award Conference/Periodic Progress Meetings. The Contractor agrees to attend any post award conference convened by the contracting activity or contract administration office in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation Subpart 42.5, Post Award Orientation. The KO, COR, and other Government personnel, as appropriate, may meet periodically with the Contractor to review the Contractor's performance. At these meetings the KO shall apprise the Contractor of how the Government views the Contractor's performance and the Contractor shall apprise the Government of problems, if any, being experienced. Appropriate action shall be taken to resolve outstanding issues. These meetings shall be considered into the overall contract price.

1.8. Hours of Operation.

1.8.1 Normal Duty Hours. The Contractor is responsible for conducting business, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. thru 4:30 p.m., Monday thru Friday except on Federal holidays or when the Government facility is closed due to local or national emergencies, administrative closings, or similar Government directed facility closings. The Contractor shall not be reimbursed when the Government facility is closed for the above reasons. The Contractor must at all times maintain an adequate workforce for the uninterrupted performance of all tasks defined within this SOW when the Government facility is not closed for the above reasons. When hiring personnel, the Contractor shall keep in mind that the stability and continuity of the workforce are essential.

1.8.2 Federal Government Holidays.

New Years Day - 1st day of January Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday - 3rd Monday of January Presidents Day - 3rd Monday of February Memorial Day - Last Monday of May Juneteenth - 19th day of June Independence Day - 4th day of July Labor Day - 1st Monday of September Columbus Day - 2nd Monday of October Veterans Day - 11th day of November Thanksgiving Day - 4th Thursday of November Christmas Day - 25th day of December

1.9. Place of Performance. The work to be performed under this contract shall be performed at BLDG 5800, Ft Bliss TX 79918.

1.10. Type of Contract. The Government will award a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Contract.

1.11. Security.

1.11.1 Physical Security. The Contractor shall be responsible for safeguarding all Government equipment, information and property provided for Contractor use IAW AR 190-13, The Army Physical Security Program. At the close of each work period, Government facilities, equipment and materials shall be secured.

1.11.2 AT Level I Training. All Contractor employees, including sub-contractor employees, requiring access to Army installations, facilities, or controlled access areas shall complete Antiterrorism (AT) Level I awareness training within five (5) working days after contract start date or effective date of incorporation of the requirement into the contract, whichever applies. The Contractor shall submit Certificates of completion for each affected contract employee and sub-contractor employee to the COR (or to the contracting officer, if a COR is not assigned) within five (5) working days after completion of training by all employees and sub- contractor personnel on a recurring annual basis. AT Level I awareness training is available at the following site: https://jkodirect.jten.mil/Atlas2/page/login/Login.jsf. If access to a computer is not available, the unit's Level II ATO shall conduct AT Level I training for the Contractor and employees within five (5) working days after contract start and maintain a copy of the attendance roster for one year. Any Contractor hired after contract start shall be required to receive AT Level I training within five (5) working days by the ATO. It shall also be acceptable for the new hire to take the training online and present the training certificate to the ATO within three (3) calendar days. AT Level I training is an annual requirement with the 12-month period starting on the date of initial training and re-certification NLT the last day of the 12-month period. If the requiring activity does not have an ATO, the first ATO in the chain of command shall conduct this training.

1.11.3 Access and General Protection/Security: Policy and Procedures. Contractor and all associated sub-contractor's employees shall comply with applicable installation, facility and area commander installation/facility access and local security policies and procedures (provided by Government representative). The Contractor shall also 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 as directed by DOD, HQDA 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.

1.11.4 iWATCH Training. The Contractor and all associates sub-contractors shall brief all employees on the local iWATCH program (training standards provided by the requiring activity ATO. This locally developed training shall be used to inform employees of the types of behavior to watch for and instruct employees to report suspicious activity to the COR. This training shall be completed within five (5) working days of contract award and within five (5) working days of new employees' commencing performance with the results reported to the COR no later than five (5) working days from employment start. The attached document Can be used by the COR to satisfy this requirement.

1.11.5 Security of Classified Items, Systems and Information. The Contractor, as a general rule, shall not have access to classified information;

however, should classified documents fall into the possession of the Contractor, the Contractor shall immediately contact the COR for disposition instructions.

1.12. Safety. The Contractor shall establish and maintain a safety plan which shall be submitted to the KO no later than (NLT) five (5) days after contract award.

1.12.1 In order to provide safety control for protection to the life and health of employees and other persons; for prevention of damage to property, materials, supplies, and equipment; and for avoidance of work interruptions in the performance of this contract, the Contractor shall comply with the following Safety Accident Prevention Standards: 29 CFR 1910, Occupational Safety and Health Standards; 29 CFR 1926, Safety and Health regulations for Construction; Army Corps of Engineers Manual 385-1-1, Safety and Health Requirements Manual. The Contractor shall comply with the above and all other applicable DoD, Army, Federal, State and Local safety and health requirements.

1.12.2 Reporting of Fire and Safety Hazards. The Contractor shall train personnel to recognize fire and safety hazards and encourage personnel in the performance of their duties to report fire and safety hazards and unsafe conditions to their supervisor. The Contactor shall take corrective action to remedy reported deficiencies IAW the terms of this contract. The COR shall be notified of deficiencies beyond the terms of this contract.

1.12.3 Environment and OSHA. The Contractor shall comply with all local, State, and Federal environmental and occupational safety laws, rules, and regulations. Any apparent conflict between compliance with such local, State, and Federal environmental and occupational safety laws, rules, regulations, and compliance with the requirements of the contract shall be immediately brought to the attention of the KO or authorized representative for final resolution. The Contractor shall notify the KO or authorized representative in writing in addition to any verbal notification of such conflict.

The Contractor shall be liable for all fines, penalties, and costs which result from violations of, or failure to comply with, all such local State, or Federal laws, rules, and regulations. All unsafe acts or conditions fostered by the Contractor or Contractor personnel may be grounds for the KO or authorized representative to halt any and all Contractor performance with a commensurate deduction of monies due to the Contractor until such unsafe conditions are corrected. The Contractor shall take due caution not to endanger personnel during performance of this contract. Upon discovery of a serious hazard such as, but not limited to, fire, or large fuel spill, the Contractor shall notify the KO or designated representative and COR.

1.12.4 Reporting Mishaps. The Contractor shall adhere to reporting of mishaps IAW AR 385-10, The Army Safety Program and DA Pam 385-40, Army Accident Investigations and Reporting. In addition, the Contractor shall report: (1) Injury or occupational illness to on-duty Contractors; (2) Damage to GFM, GFP, or GFE provided to a Contractor; (3) Contractor accidents involving Army property and personnel.

1.12.5 Personnel Safety. The Contractor shall immediately correct all safety deficiencies upon notification of the deficiencies by the Contracting Officer, designated representative or COR, and shall notify the Contracting Officer of the corrective action to be taken.

1.13. Contracting Officer's Representative (COR): The COR shall be identified by separate letter. The COR monitors all technical aspects of the contract and assists in contract administration. The COR is authorized to perform the following functions: assure that the Contractor performs the technical requirements of the contract; perform inspections necessary in connection with contract performance; maintain written and oral communications with the Contractor concerning technical aspects of the contract; issue written interpretations of technical requirements, including Government drawings, designs, and specifications; monitor Contractor's performance and notify both the KO and Contractor of any deficiencies;

coordinate availability of Government furnished property; and provide site entry of Contractor personnel. A letter of designation issued to the COR, a copy of which is sent to the Contractor, states the responsibilities and limitations of the COR, especially with regard to changes in cost or price, estimates or changes in delivery dates. The COR is not authorized to change any of the terms and conditions of the resulting order.

1.14. Personnel. For purposes of this paragraph, the term "personnel" or "employee(s)" refers to any person performing work related to this contract, including but not limited to, the Contractor's employees, agents, representatives, or sub-contractors. The Contractor shall staff this effort with trained, competent and capable employee(s) for the discipline they are assigned to. Contractor personnel shall present a clean, neat, and professional appearance. The Contractor shall ensure that employees meet all applicable federal, state, local, and installation certification, licensing, medical requirements, and qualifications to perform all assigned tasks and functions as defined in this contract prior to commencement of work. The Contractor shall not permit any personnel to work under this contract if such person is identified by a Government authorized representative to the Contractor as a potential threat to the health, safety, security, general well-being, or operational mission of the Army and Ft Bliss, Texas. All Contractors' personnel shall comply with installation security and access procedures and the Contractor's safety plan to be submitted no later than (NLT) five (5) days after contract award.

1.14.1 Contractor's personnel, whose tasks involve operation of any vehicles, shall possess a valid U.S. state driver's license, applicable for the type and class of vehicle being operated.

1.14.2 Contractor's personnel shall either be a United States Citizen or authorized to work in the United States.

1.14.3 Speaking, Reading, and Understanding English. Where reading, understanding, and discussing environmental, health, and safety warnings are an integral part of an employee's duties, Contractor's employee shall be able to understand, read, write, and speak the English language fluently.

English shall be the only language used with regard to this contract for written correspondence, discussions and other business transactions.

1.14.4 Identification of Contractor Employees. The Contractor (to include sub- contractors) shall provide each employee an Identification (ID) Badge, which includes at a minimum, the Company Name, Employee Name and a color photo of the employee. ID Badges for Key Personnel shall also indicate their job title. ID Badges shall be worn at all times during which the employee is performing work under this contract. Each Contractor (to include sub-contractors) employees shall wear the ID Badge in a conspicuous place on the front of exterior clothing and above the waist except when safety or health reasons prohibit. The Contractor (to include sub-contractors) shall be responsible for collection of ID Badges upon completion of the contract or termination of employee. A listing of issued identification cards shall be furnished to the Contracting Officer prior to the contract performance date and updated as needed to reflect Contractor and sub- contractor personnel changes. All contract personnel attending meetings, answering Government telephones, and working in other situations where their Contractor status is not obvious to third parties are required to identify themselves as such to avoid creating an impression in the minds of members of the public that they are Government officials. They must also ensure that all documents or reports produced by Contractors are suitably marked as Contractor products or that Contractor participation is appropriately disclosed.

1.14.5 Conflict of Interest & Employment of Government Personnel. The Contractor shall not knowingly employ any person who is a U.S.

Government employee if employing that person would create a conflict of interest. Additionally, the SP shall not knowingly employ any person who is an employee of the Government, either military or civilian, unless such person seeks and receives written approval according to DOD 5500.7-R, Joint Ethics Regulations (JER) by the individual's commander or director. A copy of the authorization shall be provided to the COR. In addition, the Contractor is prohibited from employing Government Quality Assurance Representatives (QAR) whom the Contractor knows or should have known are responsible for monitoring any contracts/subcontracts awarded to the service provider.

1.14.6 Key Personnel: The following personnel are considered key personnel by the Government:

1.14.6.1. Project Manager (PM)/alternate PM. The Contractor shall provide a PM who shall be responsible for the performance of the work. The name of this person and an alternate who shall act for the Contractor when the manager is absent shall be designated in writing to the KO within five (5) days of contract award, thereafter any changes shall be provided five (5) business days prior to expected change and no less than 24-hours after unplanned changes. The PM or alternate shall have full authority to act for the Contractor on all contract matters relating to daily operation of this contract. The PM or alternate shall be available between 8:00 a.m. thru 4:30 p.m., Monday thru Friday except Federal holidays or when the Government facility is closed for administrative reasons.

1.14.7 Supervision of Contractor Employees. The Government will not exercise any supervision or control over Contractor or subcontractor employees while performing work under the contract. Such employees shall be accountable solely to the Contractor, not the Government. The Contractor, in turn, shall be accountable to the Government for Contractor or subcontractor employees.

1.15. Data Rights. The Government has unlimited rights to all documents/material produced under this contract. All documents and materials, to include the source codes of any software, produced under this contract shall be Government owned and are the property of the Government with all rights and privileges of ownership/copyright belonging exclusively to the Government. These documents and materials may not be used or sold by the Contractor without written permission from the KO. All materials supplied to the Government shall be the sole property of the Government and may not be used for any other purpose. This right does not abrogate any other Government rights.

1.15.1 All materials to be American made products. Installation to be in accordance with the following guides and regulations: (CD copies will be furnished at the kick-off Meeting in the form of digital PDFs)

1.15.2 Technical Criteria for Installation, Information, Infrastructure Architecture (I3A), Information Systems Engineering Command (ISEC), Fort Huachuca

1.15.3 Outside Plant Design and Performance Requirements, ISEC, Fort Huachuca

1.15.4 Technical Guide for I3A and Installation, Information, Infrastructure Modernization Program (I3MP) Grounding and Bonding, ISEC, Fort Huachuca

1.15.5 Technical Guide for the Integration of Secret Internet Protocol Router Network (SIPRNET), ISEC, Fort Huachuca

1.15.6 EM 385-1-1, US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Safety and Health Requirements Manual

1.15.7 Fort Bliss Installation Safety Regulations

PART 2 DEFINITIONS & ACRONYMS

2. Definitions and Acronyms.

2.1. Definitions. Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Dictionary of US Army Terms, AR 310-25 and Authorized Abbreviations and Brevity Code, AR 310-50, are the references for definitions and acronyms not listed below.

2.1.1. Contract Administrator. The official Government representative delegated authority by the Contracting Officer to administer a contract. This individual is normally a member of the appropriate Contracting/Procurement career field and advises on all technical contractual matters.

2.1.2. Contractor. A supplier or vendor awarded a contract to provide specific supplies or services to the Government. The term used in this contract refers to the prime.

2.1.3. Contracting Officer (KO). A person with authority to enter into, administer, and/or terminate contracts, and make related determinations and findings on behalf of the Government. Note: The only individual who can legally bind the Government.

2.1.4. Contracting Officer's Representative (COR). An employee of the U.S. Government appointed by the contracting officer to administer the contract. Such appointment shall be in writing and shall state the scope of authority and limitations. This individual has authority to provide technical direction to the Contractor as long as that direction is within the scope of the contract, does not constitute a change, and has no funding implications.

This individual does NOT have authority to change the terms and conditions of the contract.

2.1.5. Controlled Area. A controlled space extending upward and outward from a specified point. This area is typically designated by a commander or director, wherein sensitive information or operations occur and requires limitations of access.

2.1.6. Defective Service. A service output that does not meet the standard of performance associated with the PWS.

2.1.7. Deliverable. Anything that can be physically delivered but may include non- manufactured things such as meeting minutes or reports.

2.1.8. Government-Furnished Property (GFP) or Government Property (GP). Property in the possession of, or directly acquired by, the Government and subsequently made available to the Contractor.

2.1.9. Key Personnel. Contractor personnel that are evaluated in a source selection process and that may be required to be used in the performance of a contract by the Key Personnel listed in the PWS. When key personnel are used as an evaluation factor in best value procurement, an offer can be rejected if it does not have a firm commitment from the persons that are listed in the proposal.

2.1.10. Physical Security. Actions that prevent the loss or damage of Government property.

2.1.11. Property Administrator (PA) or Plant Clearance Officer (PLCO). An authorized representative of the Contracting Officer appointed in accordance with agency procedures, responsible for administering the contract requirements and obligations relating to Government property in the possession of the Contractor.

2.1.12. Quality Assurance. The Government procedures to verify that services being performed by the Contractor are acceptable IAW established standards and requirements of this contract.

2.1.13. Quality Assurance Specialist. An official Government representative concerned with matters pertaining to the contract administration process and quality assurance/quality control. Acts as technical advisor to the Contracting Officer in these areas.

2.1.14. Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP). An organized written document specifying the surveillance methodology to be used for surveillance of Contractor performance.

2.1.15. Quality Control. All necessary measures taken by the Contractor to assure that the quality of an end product or service shall meet contract requirements.

2.1.16. Subcontractor. One that enters into a contract with a prime Contractor. The Government does not have privet of contract with the subcontractor.

2.1.17. Work Day. The number of hours per day the Contractor provides services IAW the contract.

2.1.18. Work Week. Monday through Friday, except for Federal holidays unless specified otherwise.

2.2. Acronyms.

A/V - Audio/ Visual ACOR - Alternate Contracting Officer's Representative AFARS - Army Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement APWA - The American Public Works Association AR - Army Regulation AWG - American Wire Gauge BLDG - Building Cadweld - Exothermic Welding CAR - Corrective Action Report CAT6 - Category 6 CFR - Code of Federal Regulations CMR - Contract Manpower Reporting COCO - Contractor-Owned/Contractor Operated CONUS - Continental United States (excludes Alaska and Hawaii) COR - Contracting Officer Representative DA - Department of the Army DD250 - Department of Defense Form 250 (Receiving Report) DFARS - Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement DMDC - Defense Manpower Data Center DOD - Department of Defense DPW - Department of Public Works DPW-E - Department of Public Works - Environmental EMT - Electrical Metal Tubing FAR - Federal Acquisition Regulation FFP - Firm Fixed Price IAW - In accordance with IP - Internet Protocol ISEC - Information Systems Engineering Command ISP - Inside Plant KO - Contracting Officer LAN - Local Area Network LIU - Line Interface Unit NEC - Network Enterprise Center NEMA - National Electrical Manufacturers Association NIPRNET - Non-classified Internet Protocol Router Network OCI - Organizational Conflict of Interest OCIE - Organizational Clothing and Individual Equipment OCONUS - Outside Continental United States (includes Alaska and Hawaii) ODC - Other Direct Costs OSP - Outside Plant PET - Protective Entrance Terminal PDS - Protective distribution system PIPO - Phase In/Phase Out POC - Point of Contact PR - Pair PRS - Performance Requirements Summary PVC - Polyvinyl chloride PWS - Performance Work Statement QA - Quality Assurance SC - Subscriber Connector TGB - Telecommunications Grounding Bisbar

TR - Transmission Room UPS - Uninterruptible Power Supply.

PART 3 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY, EQUIPMENT, AND SERVICES

3. GOVERNMENT FURNISHED ITEMS AND SERVICES.

3.1. Utilities: The Government shall provide electricity and water for Contractor use in conjunction with this contract. The Contractor shall instruct employees in utilities conservation practices. The Contractor shall be responsible for operating under conditions that preclude the waste of utilities.

PART 4 CONTRACTOR FURNISHED ITEMS AND SERVICES

4.1. Contractor Furnished Items. Everything included in this paragraph and its subparagraphs is basic to the contract and should be included in the overhead of the Contractor.

4.1.1. The Contractor shall provide all labor, supervision, transportation, vehicles, supplies, equipment, and materials required to perform work under this contract that are not listed under Section 3 of this SOW. The Contractor shall, as necessary provide any and all equipment needed to perform the Scope of Work safely and to the expectations of the customer as described in the SOW. All financial responsibility for such equipment I.E. trenching, Asphalt, Backhoe, Special tools, etc., shall be from the Contractor.

4.1.2. End User/Customer must purchase the necessary number of GSA approved padlocks Sargent and Greenleaf 8077AD Combination Padlock.

Can Special order from Ft. Bliss Country Store if not in stock (National Stock Number (NSN) 5340-00-285-6523).

4.2. Responsibilities of the Contractor. The Contractor shall provide a safe working environment for key consultants and all persons in his/her employ as prescribed by Engineering Manual (EM) 385-1-1, "General Safety Requirements" and 29 CFR 1910 "Occupational Health and Safety". The Contractor shall be responsible for all damages to persons and property that occur in connection with the work and service under this contract, without recourse against the Government. The Contractor shall provide all equipment and tools necessary to complete the scope of work as described in this document. The Contractor shall provide maximum protection, take every reasonable means, and exercise care to prevent unnecessary damage to exiting historic structures, contemporary structures, landscape plantings, natural features, roads, utilities, and other public or private facilities. Special attention shall be given to historic structures, natural and landscape features of the areas to protect these elements and their surroundings.

4.3. Permits and Responsibilities. The Contractor shall, without additional expense to the Government, be responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses and permits, and for complying with any Federal, State, and municipal laws, codes, and regulations applicable to the performance of the work. The Contractor shall also be responsible for all damages to persons or property that occur as a result of the Contractor's fault or negligence. The Contractor shall also be responsible for all materials delivered and work performed until completion and acceptance of the entire work, except for any completed unit of work which may have been accepted under the contract.

PART 5 SPECIFIC TASKS

5.1. Specific Tasks.

5.1.1. The Contractor shall contact the COR to survey and coordinate project scope prior to Project start. Within one (1) week of the notice of award, the Contractor shall confer with the KO to schedule a kick-off-meeting. The purpose of this meeting shall be to clarify any remaining questions, finalize the project schedule based on the new start date, and begin project activity. The Contractor shall provide a detailed Cable Test Plan that shall be used to verify and validate the installed OSP cabling and associated equipment.

5.1.2. The Contractor shall be responsible for the physical security of all materials on the job site until final acceptance. The building will be unlocked and locked daily by the COR or a representative of the Customer. A Point of Contact and telephone number will be given to the Contractor at the Kick-Off Meeting. In addition, the Contractor shall be responsible for the removal and disposal of all administrative and construction trash or debris to an off-base facility of the Contractor's choice and associated disposal fees. Any materials damaged, lost, and/or stolen prior to final acceptance shall remain the Contractor's responsibility to repair and/or replace, as required.

5.1.3. The prime Contractor is responsible to provide, to the COR, certifications of the technicians who shall be conducting copper and fiber installations, termination and testing. All electrical work shall be performed by personnel who hold those certifications or licenses. If sub-contractors are used, it is the responsibility of the prime Contractor to coordinate and provide these technicians' certifications to the COR. The certifications are due with the initial quote and list of materials to the MICC, who will forward to the COR for verification.

5.1.4. The prime Contractor is responsible to ensure all personnel operating heavy equipment within the Fort Bliss, Biggs Army Airfield (AAF) or on any of the ranges be trained and licensed for that equipment. The NEC, QA, DPW or COE Safety may at any time request verification of these credentials. If subcontractors are used, it is the responsibility of the prime Contractor to coordinate and ensure these technicians' certifications are valid and current.

5.1.5. The Contractor shall comply with OSHA Standards 29 CFR Parts 1910 and 1926, USACE Safety and Health Manual (EM 385-1-1), and applicable local requirements. As required, a Confined Space Entry Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) shall be submitted to the COR at the Kick- Off meeting.

5.1.6. The Contractor shall coordinate with the Post Directorate of Public Works (DPW) to schedule all excavation and obtain required digging permits for the site prior to the start of any excavation and/or construction. A copy of the approved digging permit shall be kept on site while all excavation is ongoing. Any walls/floors requiring core drill must be coordinated with Directorate of Environment (DOE)/DPW prior to drilling.

5.1.7. The Contractor shall provide all labor, tools, test equipment, and transportation necessary to accomplish the following objectives through the performance of the tasks required for this project. The Contractor is responsible for testing all equipment and workstation cable in accordance with (IAW) the manufacturer's installation instructions. A final cleanup of the work area shall be conducted as well as daily trash removal. All installation damages to the building i.e., drilled holes that were not used and conduit penetrations that do not neatly fit around the conduit, shall be filled and painted to match the surrounding building area.

5.1.8. The Contractor shall repair and/or replace all facilities and/or equipment damaged by the Contractor and/or their sub-contractors. All areas affected shall be restored to their original condition as required.

5.1.9. The Contractor shall perform QC on all Contractor-installed material, equipment, and cable systems in accordance with I3A and best commercial practices. The Contractor shall correct all deficiencies reported by QA personnel who shall inspect the Contractor's work. The Contractor shall issue a QC Certification Statement to the COR validating that the installed system is free from installation deficiencies and effects for the supported warranty period selected. This statement shall also certify that Government documented Contractor defects have been corrected and shall be submitted prior to project completion and acceptance.

5.1.10. The Contractor shall comply with all Local, State and Federal environmental regulations and permit processes as required. The Contractor is responsible for coordinating with the NEC and DOE to obtain any NEPA approval required during the planning process. The point of contact (POC) for NEPA is John Barrera, 915-568-3908, Building 624.

5.1.11. Procedures for staging of equipment and the identification of sensitive areas shall be coordinated with NEC and the DPW prior to the initiation of work. There may be areas with decorative landscaping, including decorative rocks, which shall require restoration to their original state. The Contractor shall provide complete restoration to all areas in the same condition as found prior to construction within 72 hours for all areas where no additional intrusion by heavy equipment is required. A photographic record in a digital format, where permitted, shall be recorded of any construction area (inside or outside) prior to start and upon completion of construction. The photo records shall be of sufficient detail so that a reasonable person shall be able to determine the state/condition of the project area prior to and after the construction. The photo record shall include a date stamp (date on which the photo was taken) and the file labeled for easy identification of the area in the photo. A digital file of the photo records shall be maintained on site by the Contractor and shall be made available to the NEC within 12 hours of request. A complete copy of the photo records shall be provided to the Government prior to completion of project.

5.1.12. Hazardous Waste Disposal and Avoidance. Fort Bliss has a hazardous waste disposal area. If the Contractor creates or encounters hazardous waste, the DPW-E (915-568-1107) must be notified. The Contractor shall coordinate with the DPW-E to take steps to avoid hazardous waste contamination. The Contractor shall be responsible obtaining the proper permits for cleaning up any hazardous waste created under this effort at the Contractor's expense. The COR will contact DPW- E to acquire current documentation (if any) on the building. This information will be given to the Contractor when received.

5.1.13. The Contractor shall utilize GFE maintenance holes (MHs) and conduit in the most efficient means available to conserve space for future use.

The Contractor shall contact the NEC for MH and conduit assignments prior to project start.

5.1.14. Work Safety/Hazards Evaluation. The Contractor is to coordinate with DPW and the appropriate department to identify and list potential safety or hazardous work conditions to include any and all core-drilling to identify possible Asbestos, Lead Paint hazards, Gas presence in manholes and hand holes, proper protective equipment for confined spaces and height of project work requirements. Contractor shall complete the included safety form and return it to MICC for processing before a Notice to Proceed will be issued.

5.2. Deliverables.

5.2.1. The Contractor shall provide test results for the Copper and Fiber on a CD or DVD to the COR two days before the final inspection.

5.2.2. The Contractor shall provide as-builds for all installed duct(s), copper and Fiber, racks and equipment in auto cad (preferred) or on PowerPoint via a CD or DVD to the COR after the work is completed and inspected by a Government QA.

5.2.3. The Contractor shall provide copies of certifications for copper installation and Fiber fusing to the COR before work has begun. (These items shall be submitted before the notice to proceed is issued).

5.2.4. Solid Waste Diversion Report. The Contractor shall provide a monthly Solid Waste Diversion Report to the Directorate of Public Works, Solid Waste program manager, 915-568-5724, lilia.a.lenhart.civ@mail.mil and COR. (Applicable to most contracts that have waste affiliated.)

5.2.5 Management Plan. The Contractor shall prepare a Management Plan as a deliverable for this project, which shall consist of a detailed allocation of contract resources (labor and material) and a time schedule for the accomplishment of the entire work for approval by the COR within ten (10) working days from the kickoff meeting. The Management Plan must list the specific tasks and subtasks in this SOW, including the start date, completion date, and major milestones for each task and subtask with a general narrative for each. This Management Plan shall continue throughout the duration of the project in the form of weekly narrative progress reports to the COR due by 4:00 PM every Thursday.

5.3. Inspection Requirements. The Contractor shall provide quality services and/or products IAW this contract.

5.3.1. When the Contractor's performance is unsatisfactory; a Corrective Action Request (CAR) shall be issued. If a CAR has to be issued, the Contractor shall reply in writing, giving the reason for the unsatisfactory condition, and what corrective action has been taken; and procedures to prevent recurrence.

5.4. Contractor Manpower Reporting (CMR): The Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army (Manpower & Reserve Affairs) operates and maintains a secure Army data collection site where the Contractor shall report ALL Contractor manpower (including subcontractor manpower) required for performance of this contract. The Contractor shall completely fill in all the information in the format using the following web address https://Contractormanpower.army.pentagon.mil. The required information includes: (1) Contracting Office, Contracting Officer, Contracting Officer's Representative (COR); (2) Contract number, including task and delivery order number; (3) Beginning and ending dates covered by reporting period;

(4) Contractor's name, address, phone number, e-mail address, identity of Contractor employee entering data; (5) Estimated direct labor hours (including sub-Contractors); (6) Estimated direct labor dollars paid this reporting period (including sub-Contractors); (7) Total payments (including sub-Contractors); (8) Predominant Federal Service Code (FSC) reflecting services provided by Contractor (and separate predominant FSC for each sub-Contractor if different); (9) Estimated data collection cost; (10) Organizational title associated with the Unit Identification Code (UIC) for the Army Requiring Activity (the Army Requiring Activity is responsible for providing the Contractor with its UIC for the purposes of reporting this information); (11) Locations where Contractor and sub-Contractors perform the work (specified by zip code in the United States and nearest city, country, when in an overseas location, using standardized nomenclature provided on website); (12) Presence of deployment or contingency contract language; and (13) Number of Contractor and sub-Contractor employees deployed in theater this reporting period (by country). As part of its submission, the Contractor shall provide the estimated total cost (if any) incurred to comply with this reporting requirement. Reporting period shall be the period of performance not to exceed 12 months ending September 30 of each Government fiscal year and must be reported by 31 October of each calendar year. Contractors may use a direct XML data transfer to the database server or fill in the fields on the website. The XML direct transfer is a format for transferring files from a Contractor's system to the secure website without the need for separate data entries for each required data element at the website. The specific formats for the XML direct transfer may be downloaded from the website.

PART 6 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS AND FORMS

6. APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS (CURRENT EDITIONS)

6.1. The Contractor (to include sub-contractors) must abide by all applicable regulations, publications, manuals, and local policies and procedures.

Technical Criteria for Installation, Information, Infrastructure Architecture (I3A), Information Systems Engineering Command Fort Huachuca.

Outside Plant Design and Performance Requirements, ISEC, Fort Huachuca Technical Guide for I3A and Installation, Information, Infrastructure Modernization Program (I3MP) Grounding and Bonding, ISEC, Fort Huachuca Technical Guide for the Integration of Secret Internet Protocol Router Network (SIPRNET), ISEC, Fort Huachuca EM 385-1-1, US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Safety and Health Requirements Manual Fort Bliss Installation Safety Regulations Installation Information Infrastructure Architecture (I3A) FEB 2010 EIA/TIA (current) Engineering Manual (EM) 385-1-1, General Safety Requirements 29 CFR 1910, Occupational Health and Safety DoD 5200.08-R, Physical Security Program 32 CFR 147.24, The National Agency

AR 190-13, The Army Physical Security AR 385-10, The Army Safety Program DA Pam 385-40, Army Accident Investigations and Reporting

PART 7 ABATEMENT

7. A Buildings constructed prior to the 1980s have a higher possibility of having Asbestos Contained Building Materials (ACBM).

According to 2022 Survey asbestos-containing materials were identified throughout building 5800. Asbestos-containing materials and lead-based paint will be handled in place in accordance with Federal, State and local regulations. A Licensed Abatement Company must be utilized to manage any disturbance/material removal in these areas. If additional materials must be disturbed or removed, they much first be tested for asbestos/lead.

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