SOW_for_LEO_films_for_the_IACP_TV_-_OLE_and_DRLE_2_12_26_WJS.pdf

United States Department of Interior

FWS OFFICE OF LAW ENFORCEMENT

MAIN INTERIOR

1849 C STREET NW, ROOM 3331

WASHINGTON DC 20240-0001

STATEMENT OF WORK

Filming Services

USFWS LE Filming for IACP TV

1. General:

1.1 Describes the project in general terms.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) seeks to leverage International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) TV’s conference programming to enhance public understanding of wildlife law enforcement and conservation, highlight case studies, enhance recruitment efforts, and improve interagency awareness through professionally produced video content and strategic distribution during IACP Annual Conference and for twelve months thereafter. The IACP Annual Conference is the world’s top police conference that brings together policing thought leaders from across the globe.

1.2 Purpose/End Application: The Thought Leadership Film Series is an exclusive number of pre-recorded films, profiling partners who are shaping the future of the police profession and playing a fundamental role in enhancing community safety. The venture serves to raise the international visibility of those that are addressing the most pressing issues, threats, and challenges of the day through timely research, cutting-edge programs, and innovative solutions.

1.3 Contractor Qualifications: Contractor needs to have access, authorization, and ability to film for the IACP TV which will be showcased at the International Association of Chiefs of

Police (IACP) conference in 2026 in Orlando, Florida, from October 24-27.

2. Place of Performance and Period of Performance: Filming to take place in geographically disparate locations to capture the broad work/environments our Special

Agents, Wildlife Inspectors and Refuge Officers. The project is slated to start as soon as possible to have time for filming, editing, production and showcasing at the 2026 IACP conference in Orlando, FL.

2.1 Period of Performance is February 27 – August 30, 2026

2.2 Filming will be during Normal weekdays Monday thru Friday.

3. Scope

3.1 USFWS will utilize the contractor to film, edit and produce three (3) films featuring interviews with USFWS LEOs and leadership and case study material. A fourth (4th) film will be created which is a compilation of all three films. IACP TV, now running into its 17th year, is an official component of the conference and the highlight of the broadcast is the Thought

Leadership Film Series. IACP TV has a prominent presence onsite at the conference and the

IACP TV studio is where the IACP TV host will conduct interviews and screen the Thought

Leadership films.

4. Deliverables and/or Delivery Schedule: (for extended list a bid schedule and/or use of line item detail on the PR is recommended)

4.1 Contractor will produce three (3) finished edited films, each up to five (5) minutes in length, featuring interviews with Client spokespeople and case study material. In addition, a fourth (4th) compilation film will be created, edited from the footage captured for the three individual films.

The finished edited 5-minute films will be supplied to USFWS in multiple formats. Contractor will supply master copies of the final edited films as above, in addition to 1-minute social media friendly versions, and all the raw material from the shoot on an electronic hard drive.

4.2 Oversight: USFWS will have editorial oversight over the content of the films. Final approval of all four films is required prior to delivery or broadcast.

4.3 Rights: Contractor will grant an indefinite royalty free license to use all content and material shot on USFWS behalf for any purpose we wish.

4.4 Production and Filming: USFWS will work with an producer who will ensure the films reflect the intended story and message. Contractor will manage the entire production process, from pre-production to post-production, and take care of distributing the content effectively.

1. Pre-production consultation with a Contractor producer to discuss the details and messages of the films, potential interviewees, visuals, case study material, filming locations and dates for the filming to take place.

2. The producer will provide a filming schedule for USFWS to approve.

3. The project will include two (2) full filming days per film, totaling six (6) filming days across the project.

4. The filming will take place on the selected dates provided at time of award.

5. Contractor will produce a first edit of the films.

6. USFWS will view the films on a secure location online and dictate any changes required for the films.

7. Contractor will implement any changes and continue the process until USFWS signs off the final proof of the films.

8. The final edit of the film will be shown at the IACP Conference in Orlando, FL

October 24-27, 2026.

4.5 Distribution: The films will be distributed at several key distribution points to extend the reach and impact of the film. The film will be distributed as follows. Contractor must ensure that films will be authorized by IACP TV for distribution and screening at the IACP conference in October.

▪ One (1) selected film will be included within a series of IACP TV news programs produced for the Event.

▪ Broadcast on large screens at the IACP TV studio.

▪ Broadcast throughout the conference on large, branded screens continuously.

▪ Broadcast on dedicated cable channels in official delegates hotel rooms.

▪ The film will be integrated into the daily IACP TV news program; this is distributed online, on our YouTube Society Channel and USFWS platforms.

▪ The film will be distributed on various other social media platforms, the IACP conference website, and other IACP TV social media accounts.

▪ Available on the IACP TV YouTube channel for at least 12 months after the conference.

5. Government-Furnished Equipment (GFE) / Government-Furnished Information

(GFI)

5.1 N/A

6. Evaluation and Acceptance

6.1 USFWS will have editorial oversight over the content of the films. Final approval of all four films will be required prior to delivery and or broadcast. Contractor will not distribute any content until they have signed off the final proof of the film.

7. Quality Control/Quality Assurance:

8.1 USFWS will work with an assigned producer who will ensure the films reflect the Service’s intended story and message.