Attachment_7_-_Work_Restrictions_and_Contractor_Access_for_Vandenberg_Air_Force_Base.pdf

Work Restrictions and Contractor Access Vandenberg Air Force Base

1. General

1.1. The CONTRACTOR and its employees shall comply with all U.S. Government (USG) established security controls and procedures. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for compliance with the same by all sub-tier contractors of the CONTRACTOR. Failure of the CONTRACTOR to comply with USG security requirements may result in denial of access by CONTRACTOR’s personnel to USG installations, property or facilities and subsequent termination of this Contract for default by the

CONTRACTOR.

2. Badging Requirements

2.1. A badge is not required for access to the contract work site. A VAFB Access Badge is required for access to the controlled perimeter of the base. All personnel, however, will need to be vetted by security personnel prior to beginning extended work at the job site.

2.1.1. For all personnel requiring access, the CONTRACTOR is required to:

2.1.1.1. Submit to the contracting officer an access list providing names and drivers’ license numbers of all employees assigned to the work effort. This letter of access must be kept up-to-date at all times.

2.1.2. For all personnel requiring access to the controlled perimeter of the base, the CONTRACTOR is required to:

2.1.2.1. Submit to the contracting officer an access list providing names and drivers’ license numbers of all employees assigned to the work effort. This letter of access must be kept up-to-date at all times.

2.1.2.2. Assure turn-in of badges by their employees upon termination or leave of absence in excess of five days.

2.1.2.3. Report lost badges immediately by telephone to the contracting office Project Engineer.

2.1.2.4. At Contract closeout, assure all badges are accounted for.

2.1.2.5. The provided badges must be worn by CONTRACTOR personnel in assigned work areas at all times.

2.2. Every CONTRACTOR employee should carry identification with a picture affixed while on VAFB, e.g., driver’s license or state-issued identification credential (issued by the DMV). In the event of a random badge check conducted by base security personnel, all CONTRACTOR personnel must be cooperative and provide both the badge and appropriate government-issued photo identification as requested.

3. Personal or Company-Owned Vehicle Operation

3.1 Adhere to all traffic control signs and lights.

3.2 CONTRACTOR personnel are individually responsible for traffic citations and vehicle incidents while on

Base.

4. Property Protection

4.1. It is essential that CONTRACTORs secure their vehicles and equipment to prevent theft and pilferage.

4.4. Theft of personal, company, or government property could be a federal offense. Please inform personnel that in addition to any penalties and prosecution imposed by federal authorities, being barred from VAFB also could result.

5. Other Prohibitions

The following are prohibited on VAFB. These items will be impounded if detected during a vehicle or personal search, and may result in criminal prosecution:

5.1. Alcoholic beverages of any kind

5.2. Illegal drugs

5.3. Fireworks of any kind

5.4. Explosives of any kind without written authorization and prior coordination with security officials

5.5. Dangerous weapons of any kind, including large knives

5.6. Firearms of any make or caliber, ammunition and air gun

5.7. Gambling

6. Photography Policy

6.1. Photography is generally prohibited on VAFB.

6.1.1. Unofficial photography of the following is prohibited:

6.1.2.1. Personnel displaying an authorized CCAFS entry badge.

6.1.2.2. Security posts, on duty security personnel, security activities (i.e., response activity or shift change) and staffed entry control points.

6.2. Contractor should request photography permissions from the contracting officer, who will request permission from the Public Affairs office.

7. U.S. PERSONS

7.1. Government regulations prohibit non-U.S. Persons from conducting business/working in a Government facility or having base access without special permission from the government. A “U.S Person” is defined as: Persons who are U.S. Citizens or a lawful permanent resident as defined by 8 U.S.C. §1101. All other personnel will need to be vetted by VAFB security personnel. This can take up-to 2 months. Identification information must be channeled through the contracting officer as soon as possible, but no later than 2 months prior to the required base-access date.

8. SUBCONTRACT FLOWDOWN

8.1. The CONTRACTOR agrees to insert in all sub-tier contracts, where access to U.S. Government installations or facilities is necessary for Contract performance, provisions which shall conform substantially to the provisions set forth herein.