DRAFT PWS for General Cargo.pdf

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PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

General Cargo, Explosives, Tractor Trailer, Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) and Material Handling Equipment (MHE) Delivery Services for United States Forces Korea (USFK)

PART 1

General

1. GENERAL:

This is a Non-personal services Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) to provide Transportation Services for movement of general cargo (including military equipment), explosives, small parcel delivery and less than truck load (LTL) utilizing both general support and a standardized distribution route system originating within Byokche, Songchu, Yongnam-ri, Naegak-ri, Mubong-ri, Gwangsa-ri, Sikgeum-ri, Uijeongbu, Dongducheon, Seonghwan, Jaecheon, Judok, Jeonui, Chungju, Sejong, Yongdong, Yongchun, Gwonchon, Chinhae, Osan, and Busan operating areas to any point within the peninsula of South Korea, in accordance with (IAW) the technical specifications stipulated in this contract. The Government will not exercise any supervision or control over the contract service providers performing the servicesherein.

1.1 Description of Services/Introduction: The Contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tools, transportation modes and supervision needed to perform the required services included in the BPA. This shall include, but is not limited to trucks, lubricants, fuels, tires, tubes, spare parts, canvas covers, blocking and bracing materials, tie-down material, and such other material, equipment, or supplies necessary for the performance of services. Each MCT will use the Transportation Priority designator to determine the method of transport – general delivery or using the standardized distribution routes.

General Cargo deliveries shall be completed within 24 hours after loading. LTL shall be delivered IAW Para 4.4 of PWS. Trucks tasked to support this contract will only transport cargo as detailed on their transportation documentation. There shall be no consolidated loads between US Government shipments and commercial shipments.

1.2. Background: This contract shall be designed to transport the US Government property in accordance with all terms and condition of this contract.

1.3. Period of Performance: The effective period of this contract is from on or about 10 Mar 2023 to 01 July 2023.

to the COR 10 days prior to implementation (CDRL#1).

the response to the solicitation to this requirement. Any changes or updates to revisions shall be provided

The Initial QC Plan is due with

Base Period: 10 Mar 2023 – 01 July 2023

1.4. Quality Control:

The contractor shall develop and maintain an effective Quality Control Program (QCP) to ensure services are performed in accordance with this PWS. The Contractor shall develop a Quality Control (QC) Plan to outline their Quality Control Program. The Quality Control plan at minimum shall clearly describe the offeror’s quality control methods and practices such as standardized procedures to monitor performance, identify discrepancies, and perform root cause analysis with make corrective action to prevent re-occurrences. As part of the QC Plan, the contractor shall identify what items the contractor will inspect under its comprehensive QC Program for each task listed in the PRS table. The Government will make review and accept or request revision of the QC Plan and any subsequent changes within 5 days after receipt of the initial, and any revised QC Plan. After acceptance of the Initial or revised QC Plan the contractor will receive the Contracting Officer's acceptance in writing.

1.5. Quality Assurance:

The government will evaluate the contractor’s performance under this contract in accordance with the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP). This plan is primarily focused on what the Government must do to ensure that the contractor has performed in accordance with the performance standards. It defines how the performance standards will be applied, the frequency of surveillance, and the minimum acceptable defect rate(s).

1.6. General Information:

1.6.1. Types of Equipment Required: All vehicles that the Contractor provides shall meet the operational and safety standards for both ROK and US Government as specified in this contract, be in good working condition, be suitable for transporting US Government cargo/equipment, and have insurance coverage of any damage and loss of cargo (minimum insurance of $500,000). Vehicles transporting Class 1 Explosives (HAZMAT) shall meet or exceed all ROK, US, and international requirements for the transport of Hazardous Material. In the case of conflict between ROK and US Government standards and regulations, the more stringent rules will be applied. Trucks that do not meet the minimum of capability to load cargo will be rejected by the responsible MCT and the Contractor shall provide replacement trucks within 3 hours.

1.6.2. Vehicle Markings: Vehicles will be marked, secured and posted IAW the CFR, Title 49, Hazardous Materials Transportation (CFR 49), and international requirements.

1.6.3. Escorts.

1.6.3.1. The Government will escort ammunition and sensitive items cargo.

1.6.3.2. The origin MCT will coordinate with the requesting unit for escorts. The escort will be provided by the requesting unit or Military Police (MP). The request of escort to MP will be processed by the requesting unit.

1.6.3.3. Prior to departure, the requesting unit escort or MP will provide all necessary instruction needed to the driver the route, rest stops and speed limits for movement.

1.6.3.4. If cargo/equipment requires an escort, the contracted drivers shall not transport cargo/equipment without an escort by the US Government.

1.6.4. Personnel.

1.6.4.1. Driver.

1.6.4.1.1. All dispatched drivers shall possess a driver’s license and a 1st Class Truck Driver’s License that were issued/approved by ROK Government and complete/comply with safety training that was mandated by the ROK Government. The MCT will inform the driver of any specific safety requirements to include planned route, and speed of travel. Drivers shall comply with all safety related directions provided by US Government Escorts, and MCT.

1.6.4.1.2. All drivers shall have communication assets (e.g. mobile phone or radio) and points of contact information with them at all times in order to be able to immediately conduct and follow the proper reporting procedures in case of a traffic accident or other unexpected circumstances which disrupt normal operations.

1.6.4.2 Identification of Contractor Employees: All contract personnel attending meetings, answering Government telephones, and working in other situations where their contractor status is not obvious to to the COR 10 days prior to implementation (CDRL#3).

response to the solicitation to this requirement. Any changes or updates to revisions shall be provided

The Initial Safety Plan is due with the response to the solicitation (CDRL #2) .

Signed copies of all Valid Auto Insurance and other Insurance Policies shall be submitted in third parties shall identify themselves as such to avoid creating an impression in the minds of members of the public that they are Government officials. They shall also ensure that all documents or reports produced by contractors are suitably marked as contractor products or that contractor participation is appropriately disclosed.

1.6.4.2.1 Company Identification Badges: The Contractor shall provide each employee with an identification (ID) badge on contract start date or employment start date. The ID badge shall be made of nonmetallic material, easily readable and include employee’s name, Contractor’s name, functional area of assignment, and color photograph. The Contracting Officer Representative (COR) will approve the ID badge before contract start date.

1.6.5. Contractor Insurance and Replacement Coverage.

1.6.5.1. The Contractor shall have adequate commercial insurance as prescribed by ROK Government law to cover any accidents or cover any damage and loss of cargo, and property damage through operations of Contractor-owned/operated trucks (Minimum insurance of $500,000). This insurance shall remain current or be renewed so as to ensure a valid insurance policy is in effect at all times covered by the contract.

Any changes or updates to insurance coverage shall be provided to the COR within two (2) days of policy update. All valid auto insurance and other insurance policies shall specify the amounts and types of coverage and all limitations of the insurance policies.

1.6.5.2. The Contractor shall have a responsibility to protect US Government equipment from any damage and, if damage occurs, the US Government shall be reimbursed for repair costs or the replacement cost of the damaged equipment if the equipment cannot be repaired. The determination of whether or not the equipment can be repaired or needs to be replaced shall be at the sole discretion of the Government.

1.6.5.3. The Contractor shall assume the cost for any associated testing, calibration, maintenance or technical inspection necessary to verify the serviceability of any damaged cargo.

1.6.6. Safety:

1.6.6.1. The Contractor shall take all necessary measures to ensure safe operation of equipment’s while transporting US Government property under the terms of this BPA.

1.6.6.2. All safety measures shall be in conformance with the applicable safety regulations of both ROK and US Governments.

1.6.6.3. The Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that all work performed under this contract is accomplished in a safe and proper manner. All the Contractor’s employees shall be instructed on accident prevention and safety. Special emphasis shall be placed on the safe operation or equipment and proper working conditions.

1.6.6.4. Safety Plan: The contractor shall have a Safety Plan. At a minimum the Safety Plan shall demonstrates the contractor’s approach to conducting comprehensive safety control. The plan shall clearly describe the contractor’s safety training and safety methods and practices such as standardized procedures to monitor performance, identify discrepancies, and perform root cause analysis, make corrective action to prevent re-occurrences of any safety issues.

1.6.7. Technical:

1.6.7.1. Mission Capability: The contractor shall demonstrate a clear understanding and their ability to

(화물자동차운송주선

(d) Construction and Machinery Business Registration prior to implementation (CDRL # 5).

provided in response to the solicitation Any changes or updates shall be provided to the COR 10 days

The Initial General Cargo Transportation Plan shall be shall be provided to the COR 10 days prior to implementation (CDRL # 4).

Explosives Transportation Plan shall be provided in response to the solicitation Any changes or updates

The Initial Ammunition and

Plan shall identify the available individuals with thirty (30) The contractor shall have an Ammunition

The experience of a subcontractor cannot be substituted for the prime contractor’s experience.

Handling Equipment (MHE) services and Ammunition and Explosives Transportation Handling Services.

experience within the last five (5) years performing in General Cargo Trucking services, Material

Prior Experience as Prime Contractor: The contractor shall have at least two (2) years address all tasks in the PWS including but not limited to Section 5 of the PWS.

The contractor’s technical approach and concept of operations shall

1.6.7.3. The Prime Contractor shall possess the following valid certification, registrations and licenses:

(a) Business License (사업자등록증)

Licenses of Hazardous Materials Management Technicians (위험물운송자격증) and Trucks to meet the execute all PWS requirements.

1.6.7.2.

1.6.7.4. Ammunition and Explosives Transportation Plan:

The

A copy of the license shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer as a part of technical evaluation factor with their response to the solicitation. The Plan shall identify the required Work / Rest cycle for safe vehicle operation.

1.6.7.5. General Cargo Transportation Plan: The contractor shall have general cargo transportation plan with General Cargo Transportation Certification(s) (화물운송자격증) for each driver(s) for thesize and type of trucks and equipment necessary to meet this requirement. The Plan shall identify the required Work / Rest cycle for safe vehicle operation.

1.6.8.

1.6.8.1. Definition: “Key Personnel” means employees of the Prime Contractor, who are considered to be essential to the work being performed under this BPA. Key Personnel required for the performance under this BPA is the Project Manager, Quality Control Manager, and Safety Manager.

1.6.8.2. Before removing, replacing, or diverting any of the listed or specified key personnel from this contract, the Contractor shall:

(1) Provide written notification to the Contracting Officer, 10 calendar days in advance of removing, replacing or diverting the key personnel except in circumstances beyond the control of the contractor where this is not possible.

(2) Submit a justification (including proposed substitutions with resumes of equal qualifications stated in this section 1.6.8) in sufficient detail to permit evaluation of the impact on this contract; and

(3) Obtain the Contracting Officer's written approval. Notwithstanding the foregoing, if the Contractor registration.

Construction & Machinery Rental Business Registration (건설기계대여업증) may be substituted for the prime's

등록증): The sub-contractor's (건설 기계업 사업허가증)

(c) Certification of Freight Transportation Forwarder Business Permission

(b) General Cargo Trucking Transportation Business License (화물자동차운송사업허가증) required minimum qualifications in the PWS.

and Explosives Transportation Plan.

Personal/Key Personnel.

deems immediate removal or suspension of any member of its management team is necessary to fulfill its obligation to maintain satisfactory standards of employee competency, conduct, and integrity under the clause at 48 CFR 970.5203–3, Contractor's Organization, the Contractor may remove or suspend such each position supporting the operation of transportation services.

shall discuss the proposed other personnel, both full time and part-time staff, detailing responsibilities of

Other Personnel and their roles in the operations of the transportation services. The contractor transportation services.

responsibilities of each position and how each of the Key Persons will support the operation of transportation services. The contractor shall discuss each of the Key Personnel including detailing

Key Personnel and each of their responsibilities in the management of the operations of the

10 calendar days prior to implementation. (CDRL # 7) in response to the solicitation. Any changes or revisions shall be provided to the COR for approval

The Initial Staffing Plan shall be submitted

(CDRL # 6)

qualifications outlined in paragraph 1.6.8.3.1, 1.6.8.3.2, and 1.6.8.3.3 in response to the solicitation.

1.6.8.3. Contractor shall identify Key Personnel with alternates to include resumes identifying

(5) years as a CM performing in transportation service.

1.6.8.3.1. Contract Manager (CM): The CM shall have at least two (2) years’ experience within five plans for services.

investigating complaints regarding quality of transportation service and establishing corrective action inspections and other testing activities to ensure continuous control over contractor personnel, transportation services and administering quality control data for transportation services, conducting experience within the last five (5) years as a QCM or in equivalent positions with duties relevant to

1.6.8.3.2. Quality Control Manager (QCM): The QCM shall have a minimum of two (2) years of the last 5 years as a SM or in equivalent positions with duties relevant to transportation service and

1.6.8.3.3. Safety Manager (SM): The SM shall have a minimum of two (2) years of experience within

(2) An Industrial Safety Engineer License (산업안전기사자격증).

person at once, although the Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer prior to or concurrently with such action.

The list of key personnel may be revised or updated as outlined in Paragraph 1.6.8.2, with the consent of the contracting parties, be amended from time to time during the course of the contract to add or delete personnel so long as the aforementioned items are addressed.

1.6.9. Management Approach.

1.6.9.1. Staffing Plan: The Contractor shall have a staffing plan that clearly demonstrates how they will perform the operation of the transportation services and clearly identifies the labor mix and quantities by major task, identifies the replacement strategy, backup policy, retention policy and any other information pertinent to the execution of this requirement. The feasibility of the proposed Staffing Plan will be assessed against the contractor’s overall Technical Capability and Management Approach to ensurethe contractor has an adequate number of qualified personnel in appropriate labor categories to satisfy all PWS requirements. The Staffing Plan shall identify the mix of drivers who are company employees and any who are contract employees, or subcontractors.

At a minimum, the staffing plan, shall address the following:

(a)

Explain the time frames, labor mix and quantities by major task, identify the retention policy, replacement strategy, backup strategy (for unexpected absences or exit) and any other information pertinent to the smooth and efficient operation of the transportation services.

(b)

Provide explanation of each labor category utilized to include the education, certifications, and experience of the personnel proposed.

Explain the time frames, labor mix and quantities by major task and identified exercises, identify the retention policy, replacement strategy, backup strategy (for unexpected absences or exit) and any other information pertinent to the smooth and efficient operation of the transportation services.

1.6.10. Hours of Operation:

the following website: http://jko.jten.mil.

by all employees and subcontractor personnel (CDRL # 8). AT Level I awareness training is available at contracting officer, if a COR is not assigned, within five (5) calendar days after completion of training completion for each affected contractor employee and subcontractor employee, to the COR or to the

The contractor shall submit certificates of vehicle permits required for entry onto this installation prior to performing any work under this contract.

1.6.14. Base Passes: The contractor shall be responsible to arrange for base passes and necessary

1.6.10.1. The hours of this mission will be executed until mission complete. The hours of execution will be variable to flight scheduling and changes. The contractor is responsible for managing the hours of operation for their employees to cover and support all hours of the day (0000-2400). Hours of operation for vehicle operators shall be scheduled as in the Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs). Transportation requests will be submitted and requested outside the normal duty day due to required mission support or unit mission requirements.

1.6.11. Post Award Conference/Periodic Progress Meetings: The Contractor shall attend any post award conference convened by the contracting activity or contract administration office in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation Subpart 42.5. The contracting officer, Contracting Officers Representative (COR), and other Government personnel, as appropriate, may meet periodically with the contractor to review the contractor's performance. At these meetings the contracting officer will apprise the contractor of how the government views the contractor's performance and the contractor will apprise the Government of problems, if any, being experienced. Appropriate action shall be taken to resolve outstanding issues. These meetings shall be at no additional cost to the government.

1.6.12. Contracting Officer Representative (COR): The (COR) will 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: monitor Contractor's performance and notifies both the Contracting Officer and Contractor of any deficiencies; coordinate availability of government furnished property, and provide site entry of Contractor personnel. A letter of appointment will be issued to the COR, a copy of which is sent to the Contractor, reflects the responsibilities and limitations of the COR, especially with regard to changes in cost or price, Performance requirements, or changes in delivery dates. The COR is not authorized to change any of the terms and conditions of this BPA.

1.6.13. 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 Contracting Officer. 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.

1.7. Security / AT OPSEC:

1.7.1. AT Level I Training. All contractor employees, including subcontractor employees, requiring access to Army installations, facilities, and controlled-access areas shall complete AT Level I awareness training within 30 calendar days after the contract start date or effective date of incorporation of this requirement into the contract, whichever is applicable.

1.7.2. Contractor and all associated sub-contractors employees shall 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 (FAR clause 52.204-9, Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel) 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 with the results reported to the COR NLT 30 calendar days after contract award (CDRL # 9).

days of contract award and within five (5) calendar days of new employees commencing performance

This training shall be completed within 30 calendar

(FPCON) at any individual facility or installation change, the Government may require changes in contractor security matters or processes.

1.7.2.1. For contractors requiring Common Access Card (CAC). Before CAC issuance, the contractor employee requires, at a minimum, a favorably adjudicated National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) or an equivalent or higher investigation in accordance with Army Directive 2014-05. The contractor employee will be issued a CAC only if duties involve one of the following: (1) Both physical access to a DoD facility and access, via logon, to DoD networks on-site or remotely; (2) Remote access, via logon, to a DoD network using DoD-approved remote access procedures; or (3) Physical access to multiple DoD facilities or multiple non-DoD federally controlled facilities on behalf of the DoD on a recurring basis for a period of 6 months or more. At the discretion of the sponsoring activity, an initial CAC may be issued based on a favorable review of the FBI fingerprint check and a successfully scheduled NACI at the Office of Personnel Management.

1.7.2.2. For contractors that do not require CAC, but require access to a DoD facility or installation.

Contractor and all associated sub-contractors employees shall comply with adjudication standards and procedures using the National Crime Information Center Interstate Identification Index (NCIC-III) and Terrorist Screening Database (TSDB) (Army Directive 2014-05/AR 190-13), applicable installation, facility and area commander installation/facility access and local security policies and procedures (provided by government representative), or, at OCONUS locations, in accordance with status of forces agreements and other theater regulations.

1.7.3. AT Awareness Training for Contractor Personnel Traveling Overseas. This standard language required US based contractor employees and associated sub-contractor employees to make available and to receive government provided area of responsibility (AOR) specific AT awareness training as directed by AR 525-13. Specific AOR training content is directed by the combatant commander with the unit ATO being the local point of contact.

1.7.4. iWATCH Training. The contractor and all associated sub-contractors shall brief all employees on the local iWATCH program (training standards provided by the requiring activity ATO). This local developed training will be used to inform employees of the types of behavior to watch for and instruct employees to report suspicious activity to the COR.

PART 2

DEFINITIONS & ACRONYMS

2. DEFINITIONS AND ACRONYMS:

2.1. Definitions:

2.1.1. Contractor: A supplier or vendor having a contract or BPA to provide specific supplies or service to the government. The term used in this contract refers to the prime Contractor.

2.1.2. Contracting Officer (KO): A person with authority to enter into, administer, and or terminate contracts and agreements, and make related determinations and findings on behalf of the government.

Note: The only individual who can legally bind the government.

2.1.3. 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.

2.1.4. Defective Service: A service output that does not meet the standard of performance associated with the Performance Work Statement.

2.1.5. Deliverable: Anything that can be physically delivered but may include non-physical things such as meeting minutes, to include items identified on the Contract Data Requirement List (CDRL).

2.1.6. 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 procurement, an offer can be rejected if it does not have a firm commitment from the persons that are listed in the proposal.

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

2.1.8. Quality Assurance (QA): The government procedures to verify that services being performed by the Contractor are performed according to acceptable standards.

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

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

2.1.11. Subcontractor: One that enters into a contract with a prime contractor. The Government does not have private of contract with the subcontractor.

2.1.12. Line Haul: Shipment on a single Bill of Lading where reimbursement is made based on a short ton mile. Service ordered by the US Government under line haul basis shall normally invoice mileage distance from the shipping point to discharge location in excess of twenty (20) miles.

2.1.13. Local Drayage: Shipment on a Bill for Accessorial Service where reimbursement is based on short ton hours. This service shall be ordered in all cases where the distance from the loading point to the freight unloading point is 20 miles or less. Payable hours for computation of payment for local drayage deliveries shall be in accordance with the “Payable Hour Table” provided in Schedule of Item.

2.1.14. Commitment: Tasking of the Contractor’s service shall be made when MCT requests to arrange and prepare transportation service for the US Government. Commitment will be made orally or in written by the Ordering Officer to the Contractor’s designated representative.

2.1.15. Freight: Property ordered by the US Government to be transported, in accordance with (IAW) this contract.

2.1.16. Freight Loading Point: A platform, warehouse, or location designated by the consignor as a loading point where the designated freight will be loaded into the Contractor’s vehicle(s).

2.1.17. General Cargo: Freight of all types other than bulk POL, water, perishable items, and non-perishable commissary items.

2.1.18. Installation Transportation Officer (ITO): An individual who is a military officer, warrant officer, or American civil service employee and is authorized to execute transportation documents such as

GBLs for services rendered by the Contractor. The ITO has no authority to issue commitment documents and to place orders with the Contractor directly.

2.1.19. Loading: Physical movement of freight from a general location into or onto a mode of transportation.

2.1.20. Less-than-Truckload (LTL): Quantity of cargo weighing less than 6,000 pounds or 375 cubic at one consignor occupying less than one truck, and billed based on CWT.

2.1.21. Movement Priority: Transportation priorities are assigned based on the priority designator s of the requirements being shipped. Category 1: (1-3); Category 2: (4-8); Category 3: (9-15).

2.1.22. Movement Control Team (MCT): A sub-element of the 25th Transportation Battalion (25th Trans Bn) which acts as a field movement control team and is responsible for commitment, coordination, monitoring and supervision of all transportation services committed within the responsible area.

2.1.23. Shipment: The lot of freight offered for transportation from a consignor to consignee(s) under a single order pursuant to the rates stipulated in this contract. Computation of cost for movement on a single order is based on a shipment, disregarding the number of trucks utilized to complete the shipment, and is calculated in short-ton/miles. A transportation movement request (TMR) number issued by 25th Trans identifies a shipment.

2.1.24. Short-Ton Mile: One short ton (2,000 pounds) of freight transported over one mile. To compute short ton-miles for a shipment, the total short tons of freight ordered on a single order shall be multiplied by distance in miles from the shipping point to the receiving location. The distance shall be than miles as listed in the 25th TB Mileage Distance Table in effect at the time of commitment. In the event two or more routes are available between the shipping and receiving points, the shortest distance shall be taken for computation of ST miles, unless the specific route is designated by the COR.

2.1.25. Short Ton-Hours: A figure derived by multiplying the number of short tons of freight ordered on a single order on local drayage basis by the number of hours necessary to complete one round trip between the specified locations.

2.1.26. Spotting of Vehicles: The spotting area for a vehicle at a freight deck, platform or warehouse for loading of cargo after inspection of the vehicle by the Government has been satisfactorily completed.

2.1.27. Transportation Movement Release Number (TMR): TMR issued by 25th Trans is the authorization of the contract can deliver cargo and is consisted of numbers and letters. TMR number is issued on each shipment and is written on all transportation documents (GBL and TCMD) to prove that the shipment is properly authorized.

2.1.28. Transportation Control and Movement Document (TCMD): DD Form 1384 is used as documentation for shipments and is the basis for issuance of a GBL or BAS (Bill for Accessorial Service) when contractual transportation is used. Issuance of this document is required by Defense Transportation Regulation (DTR).

2.1.29. Weight of Shipment: The weight of shipment shall be provided in TCMD and GBL. For computation of payment of services rendered by the Contractor, the weight of shipment shall be written in short-tons (1ST = 2,000 lbs). When converting the weight from pounds to short-tons, any fractions of less than 5/100 of one shot short tone shall be deducted and 5/100 or greater shall be added as 1/10 of a short-ton(200 lbs). When converting the weight from cubic feet to short tone, the total cubic feet will divide by 125. The higher of the two weights (short ton and cubic feet) shall be used to determine the payment.

2.1.30. US Government Bill of Lading (GBL): USFK Form 79-3EK, a serially-numbered, bilingual, and accountable document. This document is required for procurement of transportation services from the Contractor pursuant to this contract.

2.1.31. Flat Bed Tractor-Trailers: The Contractor shall provide tractors and flat trailers to deliver cargo and/or equipment that weighted 20 tons up to 30 tons.

2.1.32. Low Bed (Low Boy) Tractor-Trailers: The Contractor shall provide tractors and low bed (low boy) trailers to deliver cargo and/or equipment that weighted 20 tons up to 70 tons.

2.1.33. Air-Ride Trailers: The Contractor shall provide air-ride trailers to deliver sensitive cargo and/or equipment that weighted 1 ton up to 20 tons.

2.1.34. Outsized Cargo: Any cargo and/or equipment exceeding the following dimensions: Length 18.0m / 708in; Width 2.6m / 102in; Height 3.9m / 154in

2.1.35. Over-weighted Cargo: Any cargo and/or equipment exceeding its weight of 44 short-tons.

2.1.36. Consignee: The recipient (unit, depot, or person) to whom cargo is addressed or consigned for final delivery and the activity that receives the shipment.

2.1.37. Consignor: The individual, unit, or activity that request shipment of the freight.

2.2. Acronyms:

ACOR Alternate Contracting Officer's Representative AFARS Army Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement AR Army Regulation CCE Contracting Center of Excellence CFR Code of Federal Regulations CONUS Continental United States (excludes Alaska and Hawaii) COR Contracting Officer Representative COTR Contracting Officer's Technical Representative COTS Commercial Off the Shelf DA Department of the Army DD250 Department of Defense Form 250 (Receiving Report) DD254 Department of Defense Contract Security Requirement List DFARS Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement DMDC Defense Manpower Data Center DOD Department of Defense FAR Federal Acquisition Regulation HIPAA Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 KO Contracting Officer OCI Organizational Conflict of Interest OCONUS Outside Continental United States (includes Alaska and Hawaii) ODC Other Direct Costs PIPO Phase In/Phase Out POC Point of Contact PRS Performance Requirements Summary SOW Performance Work Statement QA Quality Assurance QAP Quality Assurance Program

QASP Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan QC Quality Control QCP Quality Control Plan TE Technical Exhibit

PART 3

GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY, EQUIPMENT, AND SERVICES

3. GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY, EQUIPMENT AND SERVICES: None.

PART 4

CONTRACTOR FURNISHED ITEMS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

4. CONTRACTOR FURNISHED ITEMS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

4.1. General: The Contractor shall furnish all supplies, equipment, facilities and services required to perform work as specified in the PWS.

4.2. Materials: The Contractor shall provide materials to include but not limited to lubricants, fuels, tires, tubes, spare parts, canvas covers, blocking and bracing materials, tie-down material, and such other material, equipment, or supplies necessary for the performance of services to meet the requirements under this PWS.

4.3. Equipment: The Contractor shall provide all transportation modes including trucks and other vehicles/methods of transportation and material handling equipment (MHE) necessary for the performance of services to meet the requirements under this PWS.

PART 5

SPECIFIC TASKS

5. SPECIFIC TASKS:

5.1. Performance Requirements:

5.1.1. The Contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tools, transportation modes and supervision needed to perform the services identified in the PWS. This shall include, but is not limited to trucks, lubricants, fuels, tires, tubes, spare parts, canvas covers, blocking and bracing materials, tie-down material, and such other material, equipment, or supplies necessary for the performance of services. Each MCT will use the Transportation Priority designator to determine the method of transport – general delivery or using the standardized distribution routes. General Cargo deliveries shall be completed within 24 hours after loading, LTL shall be delivered IAW Para 5.4. Trucks or other transportation modes used to support this contract shall only transport cargo as detailed on their transportation documentation.

There shall be no consolidated loads between US Government shipments and commercial shipments.

5.1.1.1. Equipment Requirements. The contractor trucks or other transportation modes shall meet the capability to load cargo or equipment to perform scheduled work and un-scheduled work. Ordering Officers may request a larger size transportation mode when the truck spotted at loading point cannot meet the capability to load the requested shipment. If the changes to the transportation mode(s) are determined to be the Contractor’s fault, the Contractor shall not request any cancellation or extra charges to the US Government.

(CDRL # 11) and tender the remaining copies of TCMD to the consignee along with the freight.

shall affix its signature and time/date on all copies of the TCMD and return one copy to the consignor

The Contractor

5.1.2. Un-scheduled Work.

5.1.2.1. Equipment. The Contractor shall provide transportation vehicles and MHE capable of hauling the loads tasked in accordance with the Exhibit Line Item Numbers (ELINs).

5.1.2.2. Ordering Procedures:

5.1.2.2.1. Ordering of the Contractor’s services by a duly appointed Ordering Officer will be made no later than (NLT) 1600 hours of the day prior to each individual operation. The order will be issued in writing by the Ordering Officer unless an emergency or urgent situation necessitates an oral order. In that case, the oral order will be confirmed by a written order from the Ordering Officer as soon as possible but not later than 24 hours after the initial oral order. The COR shall ensure that orders are only made by an appointed Ordering Officer. The Contractor shall only accept orders made by an appointed Ordering Officer. The Contracting Officer will provide the COR and Contractor the name(s) of the Ordering Officer(s) appointed by the 411th CSB, Director of the Contracting. NOTE: Delegation of authority by the ordering officer is not authorized. The Contracting Officer will officially notify the COR and Contractor in writing about any changes to the Ordering Officers.

5.1.2.2.2. Upon receipt of an order in writing or orally, the Contractor shall confirm the order with the Ordering Officer in writing with the number and type of vehicles and equipment to be utilized on each shipment not later than 1700 hours every working day.

5.1.2.2.3. MCTs will provide the following minimum information (as applicable) when ordering services:

Transportation Movement Release (TMR) numbers and consignee, locations where freight is to be picked up and unloaded; driver/transport reporting time at loading point, shipment completion time, short-tons and cubes to be transported; number and type of vehicle(s); payable mileage and the following cargo information: cargo items, dimensions and any special handling requirements for Hazardous Materials or Ammunition and if material handling equipment(MHE) is required.

5.1.2.2.4. Drivers for the ordered transportation services shall report to the consignor at the required location and time in the ordering sheet to receive detailed instruction as to location of freight (warehouse, loading dock, etc.) and to receive and additional precautionary measures for handling the freight. At this time, using EATC Form 114 (Inspection of Commercial Vehicle), the consignor or the responsible MCT will conduct an inspection of the Contractor’s transportation equipment to determine suitability and acceptability thereof for movement of the intended freight. Completed EATC Form 114 will be retained by the driver with the shipping documents. The Contractor shall provide completed original documents foe all services on a bi-weekly basis (Twice a month) to the COR. (CDRL # 10) Any of the transportation equipment failing to meet the inspection criteria shall be replaced within three (3) hours by the Contractor with a suitable one. In this case, the Contractor shall not request any additional cost from the Government.

5.1.2.2.5. In the event the cargo requested for shipment by the consignor at the cargo loading point differs from the information that was provided by the MCT in the Order in terms of commodity, weight, cube, or consignee (destination), the Contractor shall immediately contact the MCT to request instructions prior to loading or transporting the requested cargo.

5.1.3.3. Transportation Control and Movement Documents (TCMD).

5.1.3.3.1. When the driver and transportation equipment arrives at the loading point, the Contractor shall verify and tally the cargo to be picked up IAW the list on the TCMD DD Form 1384 presented by the consignor to ensure it is the same as provided in the Order from the Ordering Officer.

will be inspected by the Government using DD Form 626 (Motor Vehicle Inspection) (CDRL # 12).

All vehicles utilized to transport ammunition

5.1.3.3.2. When the delivery is completed, the Contractor shall present the TCMD to the consignee, and the consignee will sign over the typed or printed name in block 28 of all copies of the TCMD presented after verifying and tallying the cargo and receipt for them. Two copies of the TCMD shall be retained by the Contractor. The Contractor shall retain one of these copies for its records and the other copy shall be submitted to the origin MCT (CDRL # 11), who will issue a Government Bill of Lading (GBL).

5.1.3.3.3. The Contractor shall sign and date all copies of transportation documents verifying the amount of the commodity loaded and condition listed on the transportation documents. For the purpose of this verification, the Contractor shall tally the load during the loading process. The Contractor’s signature in the TCMD shall constitute an evidence of receipt for the commodity from the consignor as indicated on the documents

5.2. Vehicles for Ammunition and Explosives:

5.2.1. Ammunition and explosives cargo shall not be loaded in double stock in the transportation equipment and the transportation equipment shall be arranged at the loading and unloading place in an orderly manner in accordance with proper safety guidelines.

The vehicles proposed to be utilized will be approved or rejected by the ordnance inspector(s), the representatives of MCT and the requesting unit. An ammunition inspector, or his representative, will inspect all vehicles prior to loading and release, and the inspector will reject until any noted discrepancies are corrected.

Rejected vehicles shall be replaced by the Contractor within 2 hours at no additional cost to the Government. The consignor will supply explosive placards to be posted on the vehicle. The Contractor shall secure and obey loading guidance from the US Military personnel and/or follow the instructions of the ordnance inspector(s).

5.2.2. The Contractor shall deliver the hazardous cargo to the destination without delay. The Contractor shall shut down engines, lock the brakes and chock the wheels on all transportation vehicles while loading and off loading hazardous cargo. The Contractor shall chock wheels with an appropriate chocking device, subject to approval of the MCT, and in proportion/compatibility with the vehicle type and size of wheel. The Contractor shall obey and follow all safety procedures and the instructions of ordnance inspector(s) and MCT.

5.2.3. Contractor shall instruct and orient all vehicle drivers on the transportation routes, the location of destinations, the return routes, speed limits (where not posted), how to handle loads of ammunition and any other pertinent information deemed necessary.

5.2.4. Contractor shall provide an assistant driver for each vehicle.

5.2.5. The allotted vehicles shall be furnished spark arrestors and exhaust muffler in serviceable conditions and the drivers shall know the proper use of fire extinguishers that are to be furnished inside their vehicles before arriving the loading point.

5.3. Oversized Cargo: Oversized cargo as defined in paragraph 2.1.34 and 2.1.35 will move in accordance with the ROK Traffic laws and approvals from the appropriate ROK Ministry of Land, Transport and Maritime Affairs (MLMTA).

5.3.1. Waivers: The Contractor shall be responsible for securing, coordinating and presenting any required waivers by ROK Government offices where the oversize equipment is delivering from origin to the destination for movement of any oversized and/or overweight equipment.

5.4. Less-Than Truckload (LTL): The Contractor shall deliver less-than-truckload (LTL) general cargo from origin to the destination points throughout Korea as specified by the US Government on an as-required basis. This service shall include line-haul and local drayage services for delivering cargo in basis of door-to door service.

5.4.1. The MCTs will determine the required delivery and movement priorities timeline in accordance with the definitions listed below. These categories will be implemented when available assets cannot support the 24 hour delivery requirements.

5.4.1.1. Category 1 – Cargo with priority designators 01 through 03 and with or without RDDs, except when the RDD starts with an "X" or an "S". The required delivery date (RDD) equal to "999" applies to requisitions with priority designators 01 through 03. This cargo shall be delivered to the designated consignee within 24 hours after departure from origin.

5.4.1.2. Category 2 – Cargo with priority designators 04 through 15 and the following RDDs: 444, 555, 777, an RDD equal to "N " (where "_" is any alphanumeric character or blank), and an RDD equal to

"N " (where "_" is any alphanumeric character or blank). This cargo shall be delivered to the designated consignee within 48 hours after departure from origin.

5.4.1.3. Category 3 - Category 3 applies to requisitions with priority designators 04 through 15 and RDDS indicating routine handling (Julian dates that are blank or greater than 8 – 21 days). This cargo shall be delivered to the designated consignee within 72 hours after departure from origin.

5.4.1.4. If cargo cannot be delivered within this timeframe, the Contractor shall call the origin MCT. The COR may grant a written extension (24 Hours) to the deadline in the event of extenuating circumstances.

The total duration of delivery to include the extension shall not exceed two working days for Category 1 and 2 and four working days for Category 3.

5.5. Various Charges:

5.5.1. Cancellation Charges. The Government may cancel a task for contractor’s transportation services in whole or in partial at the concerned MCT’s direction at no cost to the Government if a cancellation notice to the contractor is made prior 12 hours to the reporting time of the transportation equipment and/or material handling equipment to the loading/unloading place.

5.5.1.1. The Government will pay the contractor a cancellation charge for each cancelled transportation equipment and/or material handling equipment as specified in the List of ELINs, Unit Price Schedule of this contract, if a cancellation notice to the contractor is made after the reporting time specified in the task request for contractor’s transportation service (EATC FORM 36). However, if the contractor does not spot the transportation equipment/MHE on time at the loading/unloading place as specified in the TCMD, the contractor shall not be entitled to the concerned cancellation charges.

5.5.2. Stop-off Charges. The contractor will be paid stop-off charges as specified in the Unit Price Schedule, List of ELINs of this contract if stop-off(s) is required for partial loading and unloading the freight at any other place besides the initial loading and final unloading point. The stop-off charges will not be allowed on the same Installation/Compound.

5.6. Conditions of Loading and Unloading.

5.6.1. All cargo will be packed and unpacked by the US Government. The contractor shall be responsible to load and unload all cargo. However, tarpaulins or other covers and such blocking, bracing or tie-down material as required to ensure maximum protection of the freight from damage or pilferage, shall be provided by the Contractor at his expense.

5.6.2. The Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that the trucks have been properly marked and loaded IAW SDDCTEA PAM 55-20 (Tie-down Handbook for Truck Movements), July 2008, to prevent damage and loss cargo. Proper loading procedures are essential to safe operations. The Contractor shall be solely responsible for any damage or losses during the course of transportation.

5.6.3. For the purpose of this verification, Joint…