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Statement of Work Occupational Vocational Training Program-Building Trades, Horticulture, and

Welding

Subject

The Federal Bureau of Prisons, Field Acquisition Office, Grand Prairie, Texas intends to make a single award of an indefinite delivery/requirements type contract with firm-fixed unit prices to a post-secondary institution, vocational training, or industry-based school for the provision of Vocational Training instruction courses for the Federal Correctional Complex (FCC) 1507 E. Whatlely Rd., Oakdale, Louisiana. Successful completion of the training program must qualify inmates for at least entry-level employment in a specified field upon release. General information about FCC Oakdale can be found at www.bop.gov

Place of Performance

Horticulture and Building Trades - Services will be performed at the Federal Correctional Complex (FCC), 1507 East Whatley Road, Oakdale, Louisiana 71463. The FCC includes the Federal Correctional Institution I (FCI I). Federal Correctional Institution II (FCI II), and Federal Prison Camp (FPC).

Welding Trade – Services will be held on the contractor’s site.

Description of Duties

The Bureau of Prisons has a requirement to offer inmates opportunities for improvement to their educational levels and workplace skills while incarcerated.

The courses in this contract are to train students for careers in the work force, to provide needed skills for existing work details within the institution, and to allow for the continuing education following release. The courses for this requirement will include Horticulture, Building Trades, and Welding.

Schedule

The Supervisor of Education or Contracting Officer's Representative will be responsible for defining each schedule. These schedules are subject to change based on the variable needs of the institution(s) and the unpredictable nature of the correctional environment. Any changes to the schedules identified in this

Statement of Work/Contract must be coordinated with the Supervisor of Education or the Contracting Officer's Representative. The Horticulture and Building Trades vocational training classes will normally be scheduled during the regular work week (i.e., Monday through Friday, excluding federal holidays) during the hours of 7:30 a.m. through 11 :30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. through 3:30 p.m. Specific class schedules will be determined by FCC Oakdale. The Welding vocational training classes will be scheduled during the regular work week (i.e., Monday through Friday, excluding federal holidays) during the hours of 12:00 p.m. through 3:30 p.m. Specific class schedules will be determined by FCC Oakdale. Due to the nature of the correctional setting, delays in performance of work may be expected.

Such delays may include but are not limited to inclement weather, electrical or mechanical problems, or other security matters. Classes may be delayed or canceled as necessary in the case of an emergency. The contractor will be paid for one (1) session when the contract employees report to FCC Oakdale but are unable to perform services due to such delays. Normally, any remaining sessions for that day will be suspended. The contractor will not be paid for remaining unperformed sessions. The contractor shall be paid for each session if the institution requests that the contractor remain at FCC Oakdale for eventual performance. The contractor shall provide replacement coverage in the event of any absence. The Government may seek contractual remedy if the contractor fails to provide coverage.

Supplies/Equipment

*The contractor will provide the following supplies, equipment and curriculum materials:

Horticulture and Building Trades

The contractor and/or their instructor(s) will not bring in any equipment, tools, or class supplies without the prior approval of the Supervisor of Education and/or Contracting Officer's Representative. The contractor will make recommendations to the Supervisor of Education pertaining to the selection and purchase of additional supplies and equipment.

Welding

Classroom equipment, books, and other related supplies.

The contractor will make recommendations to the Supervisor of Education pertaining to the selection and purchase of additional supplies and equipment.

*The institution will provide the following supplies, equipment, and curriculum materials:

Horticulture and Building Trades

Classroom equipment, books, and other related supplies.

Welding

Materials for specialized projects will be provided by FCC Oakdale.

Uniform Requirements

The contractor must wear appropriate and professional attire at all times. The contractor is prohibited from wearing Khaki or any color similar to Khaki due to Khaki being the primary color worn by inmates.

Qualifications and Certifications

The contractor shall not be self-employed individual or an individual employed by a post-secondary institution. The contract must between a post-secondary educational institution, junior college, college, vocational training school, or industry-based school. The occupational education program must fall under the provider's umbrella of accreditation and lead to transferable credits resulting in a college certificate, A.A., A.A.S., or A.S, Degree, or marketable level occupational training certification.

The contractor will be accredited by the Council of Occupational Education https://council.org/membership/ and/or Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs https://ope.ed.gov/dapip/#/home and must provide instructors certified by the Louisiana Board of Elementary and Secondary Education and/or Board of Regents.

The occupational education program must lead to a college certificate, A.A., A.A.S., or A.S Degree, or a marketable level occupational training certification.

https://council.org/membership/ https://ope.ed.gov/dapip/#/home

If required for employment, certification tests from outside organizations may be administered to individual inmates upon completion of a specific occupational education program.

Method of Performance

Contractor will make available, on a non-discriminatory basis, vocational training courses consistent with the requirements of this solicitation. The contractor will adhere to all rules and procedures of FCC Oakdale and applicable Federal and State laws regulation in effect during the term of this contract.

The manner and method in performing the tasks outlined in the Statement of Work are the sole responsibility and within the sole discretion of the contractor. The contractor shall perform in accordance with accepted professional standards and the methods and guidelines referenced above.

The contractor shall establish and coordinate registration, class requirements, and affairs between the provider and FCC Oakdale. The contractor will provide inmates with all documents and information necessary for enrolling in the vocational training courses. Contractor shall provide pre-approved and qualified personnel to act as substitute teachers in the event of an extended scheduled instructor's absence. Due to the sensitive nature of the correctional environment, instructors are expected to be prompt in reporting to work in order to support the inmate accountability policy. The contractor will prepare lesson plans, teach, and instruct adult inmate students in vocational classes. Curriculum for vocational training courses must include both classroom instruction and laboratory activities as well as allowing for the inclusion of live-work projects in the institution. The contractor, and its employees, will be skilled in interpersonal communications and relations, group dynamics, counseling, and in one-on-one assistance for adults.

Additionally, the contract must review skills, assess student development and make recommendations for improvement. The contractor will check and monitor attendance of inmate students daily. The contractor will report absences and infractions of institution policies to the program coordinator. Inmates participating in the programs shall be required to possess a verifiable high school diploma, GED, or will be required to maintain concurrent enrollment in a high school equivalency program regardless of the course's prerequisites. Contractor will ensure that instruction in each program area includes those components that will lead to successful completion of that course. Certificates of Completion for each course will be awarded to each student upon successful completion. There will be approximately 20 students per class.

Specific Requirements

Horticulture program

Provide instruction on basic horticulture. This includes, but is not limited to, greenhouse and nursery safety, foliage and bedding plant production, hydroponics, fertilization, seed germination, and pesticide safety. The contractor will instruct students through hands-on training and will utilize materials such as workbooks and videos.

Building Trades program

Provide instruction on building maintenance. This includes instruction in the disciplines of, without limitation, masonry, carpentry, roofing, wiring, and plumbing. The contractor will instruct students through hands-on-training and will utilize material such as workbooks and videos.

Welding

Provide instruction on basic and advanced welding techniques. Instruction shall include, without limitation, welding safety, metal cutting, practical application, and live work projects. The contractor will instruct students through hands-on-training and will utilize material such as workbooks and videos.

Inmate Management

Provision of services will require frequent and unsupervised contact with inmates.

The contract employee shall not be responsible for the management of any inmates, other than to ensure inmates involved within the contract’s scope of work abide by all rules to ensure their safety and well-being. The contractor may, at any time, be removed from the institution at the discretion of the CEO. The contractor is to be constantly aware of security and maintain a professional relationship with inmates at all times. Any violation of the institution rules and regulations are to be brought immediately to the attention of any Government staff employed at the Federal Correctional Complex. The contractor will be required to provide documentation to COR, or designee, of any infractions of institutional rules and regulations by inmates for proper action.

Institutional Security

The Contractor agrees to adhere to all regulations prescribed by the institution for the safety, custody and conduct of inmates. The contractor shall attend an orientation program prior to assuming institutional involvement. Reimbursement to the contractor for time spent in institutional security orientation or other periodic security training, will be at the contract rate, prorated hourly. The contractor shall be required to complete the special security requirements listed in the Contract Security (3000.02 Personnel Manual), of this Contract/Solicitation document.

The successful contractor shall attend the Institution Familiarization Orientation program prior to assuming institution involvement. Reimbursement to the contractor for the time spent in the institution orientation or other specific security related training will be at the contract rate, prorated hourly. The contractor is to constantly be aware of security and maintain a professional relationship with inmates at all times. Any violation of the institution rules and regulations are to be brought immediately to the attention of any Government employee employed at the institution. The contractor will be required to provide documentation to the COR, or designee, of any infractions of institutional rules and regulations by inmates for proper action. All contractors shall give required for the detection of illegal drug usage prior to award of the contract. Any contractor that does not receive a satisfactory report shall not be allowed to provide services.

Restrictions on Contract Workers

The Contractor shall not supervise inmates, supervise Bureau of Prisons staff, participate in inmate accountability, requisitions, sign for or pickup supplies, formulate policy or procedures, or attend meetings, recalls, or staff functions.

Payment of Services

The contractor must provide a means for electronic payment to include bank routing and account number. Payment terms as specified in FAR 52.212-4(g), the due date for making an invoice payment by the designated payment office shall be the 30th day after the designated billing office has received a proper invoice, or the government accepts the services performed by the contractor. The contractor can however offer discount payment terms for prompt payments as specified in block 12 on the SF-1449 form of this solicitation. Half sessions will not be authorized for payment. Documentation will be provided on a "Log of Consultants Visit" form with each entry being signed by the Contractor.

Miscellaneous Information

In accordance with the Federal Bureau of Prisons Acquisition Policy, Part 37.103(e), the following provisions are applicable to the work being performed in the contract: The service is a contractual arrangement and not a personnel appointment; payment is based on the provision of an end product or the accomplishment of a specific result; the services provided do not constitute an employee/employer relationship; and the contractor will not be subject to Government supervision, except for security related matters. However, contractor performance shall be closely monitored. This position is a contract position only and does not provide fringe benefits such as Health Care, Retirement, Vacation or Sick Time.

Award of this contract shall not be construed as a personnel appointment, but the result of a contractual arrangement only. The services shall not constitute an employer/employee relationship. Payments to the Contractor shall be based on the provision of an end product or the accomplishment of a specific task. Results to be obtained are within the Contractor's own unsupervised determination. The Contractor will not be subject to Government supervision except for security related matters. However, the contractor performance will be monitored for quality assurance.