SV 26.2_Ambulance Rental_PWS.docx

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

Exercise Southern Vanguard 26.2 (ExSV-26.2) Peru (PER) Performance Work Statement (PWS) Ambulance Services

As of 20 July 2026

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

ARSOUTH ExTW-26 Peru Non-Tactical Leased Vehicles As of 20 July 2026

Part 1

General Information

1. GENERAL: This is a non-personal services contract under which the personnel rendering the services are not subject, either by the contract’s terms or by the manner of its administration, to the supervision and control usually prevailing in relationships between the Government and its employees. The United States (U.S.) Government shall not exercise any supervision or control over the Contractor’s employees performing the tasks herein. Such contract employees shall be accountable solely to the Contractor who, in turn shall be responsible to the U.S. Government.

1.1 Description of Services/Introduction: The contractor shall provide two (2) commercial, Type-1 Basic Life Support (BLS) patient transport ambulances with qualified professional drivers for medical evacuation (MEDEVAC) services supporting Government training operations in Peru. The contractor must ensure all vehicles and personnel operate safely under high-tempo training schedules.

1.2 Background: ExSV-26.2 Peru is a SOUTHCOM sponsored foreign military interaction exercise designed to develop participants interoperability, domain awareness, information sharing and counter threat capabilities.

1.3 Objectives: The primary objective is to secure continuous, high-readiness ground MEDEVAC capabilities. The service must provide BLS type-1 ambulances and licensed drivers to ensure rapid emergency stabilization, patient transport, and emergency transit to higher roles of medical care.

1.4 Scope: The contractor shall provide all vehicles and personnel licensed to operate the vehicle. The scope includes round-the-clock emergency response readiness and medical transport.

1.5 Period of Performance: The period of performance is from 02 September 2026 through 19 September 2026. Personnel are conducting field operations in a remote environment requiring dedicated medical support. The distance to emergency facilities requires on-site BLS staging to mitigate life, limb, or sight risks before definitive care.

1.6 General Information:

1.6.1 Quality Control Plan (QCP): Reserved.

1.6.2 Quality Assurance (QA): The government shall evaluate the contractor’s performance under this contract in accordance with (IAW) the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan. This plan is primarily focused on what the Government must do to ensure that the contractor has performed IAW the performance standards and contract quality requirements are met. Contract quality requirements means the technical requirements in the contract relating to the quality of the product or service and those contract clauses prescribing inspection, and other quality controls incumbent on the contractor, to ensure the product or service conforms to the contractual requirements. It defines how the performance standards will be applied, the frequency of surveillance, the performance threshold, and deductions, if applicable. Vehicles must arrive with a full tank of fuel. The contractor is responsible for refueling throughout the entire performance period.

1.6.3 Recognized Holidays: The Contractor shall perform services on all holidays unless the Government facility is closed due to local or national emergencies, administrative closings, or similar Government directed facility closings.

September 7, 2026 Monday Labor Day

1.6.4 Hours of Operation: For vehicles with drivers, the contractor shall be able to support twelve (12) to twenty four (24) hours on the days identified in attachment 3 of this PWS, to include all local holidays and federal holidays unless the Government facility is closed due to local or national emergencies, administrative closings, or similar Government directed facility closings. In a critical injury event requiring Role 2 medical care, drivers must immediately execute a 2 to 3-hour drive to Tarapoto at any time of day or night. Patients will be transported to the Clinica Virgen de las Mercedes Emergency Room. The start time of daily operations will be notified to the contractor upon completion of previous day operations. For other than firm fixed price contracts, the contractor will 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 PWS when the Government facility is not closed for the above reasons.

1.6.5 Place of Performance: The primary location of performance and the emergency evacuation routes are within Tarapoto, Peru, and training areas within Sauce, Peru, as part of the Southern Vanguard 2026 exercise.

1.6.6 Type of Contract: The Government anticipates awarding a Firm-Fixed-Price contract. The contractor must submit a cost estimate structured as a price per day, per week, and per month.

1.6.7 Access and General Protection Policy and Procedures:

1.6.7.1 FPCON: In addition to the changes otherwise authorized by the changes of clause of contract, should the US Government Force Protection Condition (FPCON) at any individual installation change, the Government may require changes in contractor security matters or process in accordance with DoDI 2000.16. During FPCONs Charlie and Delta, only contract services that have been deemed “mission essential” by the Government will continue. Contract services will resume when the FPCON is reduced to Bravo or lower. All contractor personnel must comply with Government security, access, and protection policies. Drivers must carry a valid Class A-IIa or higher professional driver's license (A-IIb, A-III) at all times.

1.6.7.2 Physical Security: The contractor shall be responsible for safeguarding all government equipment, information, and property provided for contractor use.

1.6.7.3 Escorts: The Contractor and all associated sub-contractor employees performing services under this contract shall be escorted at all times by host nation security personnel or by an individual designated by the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) while accessing U.S. facilities or activities.

1.6.7.4 Personnel Security Clearance Requirements: Reserved.

1.6.7.4.1 Operations Security (OPSEC) Requirements: Contractor personnel shall adhere to facility security policies and restrictions. U.S. and Peruvian government issued access badges shall not be worn outside designated facilities where visible to the general public. The Contractor shall immediately report suspicious activities to security personnel. Requirements include awareness and adherence to OPSEC measures meant to safeguard information highlighted in the unit’s Critical Information List to include, but not limited to, details of current/future operations, unit command and control, capabilities and limitations, threats to U.S./Partner Nations, details of physical security, force protection plans, results of damage or incidents, personal sensitive information, or itineraries of VIP or distinguished visitor. A prepublication review and authorization will be conducted and obtained prior to release of any sensitive or government information meant for public release. The Contractor shall immediately report suspicious activities to security personnel.

1.6.7.5 Background Checks: The Contractor shall ensure contractor employees and subcontractor employees performing services under this contract have passed a security check conducted by the Host Nation Police Department of their residence or the State Police Department of their U.S. residence. Security checks that have been completed as part of a personnel security clearance background investigation, or a previous background check that was a condition of employment, meet this requirement. The successful completion of a background check by itself does not authorize the contractor access to classified information. Documentation of these checks will be made available to the KO or COR within 10 days of request. The Government retains the right to exclude any employee from performance of duties under this contract if a background security check reveals an employee is a security risk. The exclusion of an employee for security reasons will not relieve the Contractor from performance of services required under this contract. If the Government determines additional background checks are required, at a minimum, and upon request from the Government, the Contractor shall provide to the KO or COR, the following information on any contractor or subcontractor employee performing services under this contract:

· Full birth name

· Married name (if applicable)

· SSN or local equivalent (ID card number)

· Date of birth

· Place of birth (city, country)

· Home telephone number

· Cellular telephone number

· Email address

1.6.7.5.1 Background Check Notification Requirements: If a background check on any employee or subcontractor employee performing services under this contract, whether the check was conducted as a condition of employment or as part of the contract with the Government, reveals any information from any source (including host country law enforcement) of criminal activity by Contractor employees, subcontractors, or subcontractor employees, the Contractor shall notify the KO and COR within 24 hours of that information. The Contractor shall make notification of:

(1) Traffic violations, other than parking, will be reported to the KO or COR only if the contract is for drivers for the Government;

(2) Any suspicious activity by Contractor employees, subcontractors, or subcontractor employees the Contractor believes may pose a risk to U.S. or host nation national security or imminent risk of deadly bodily harm to any person; and

(3) Any actions taken against Contractor employees, subcontractors, or subcontractor employees pursuant to this requirement.

1.6.7.5.2 Remedies. In addition to other remedies available to the Government, the Contractor’s failure to comply with the requirements of this paragraph my result in requiring the Contractor to remove a Contractor employee or employees from the performance of the contract.

1.6.7.5.3 Subcontracts. The Contractor shall include the substance of this paragraph and the preceding paragraph in all subcontracts.

1.6.7.6 Uncleared Contractor Common Access Card (CAC) Credentialing and Access Procedures. Reserved.

1.6.7.6.1 Contractor Common Access Card (CAC) Eligible Requirements: Reserved.

1.6.7.6.1.1 Federal Installation/Facility Access: Contractor and all associated sub-contractor employees shall comply with applicable installation, facility and area commander installation/facility access and local security policies and procedures (provided by government representative). The employee performing services under this contract 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, Security Office or the host nation equivalent.

1.6.7.6.2. Contractor Non CAC Eligible Requirements for DOW Facility and Installation Access: Reserved.

1.6.7.7 Employment Eligibility: The Contractor shall ensure that all Contractor employees and sub-contractor employees performing services under this contract are local nationals. Entry to Military bases by contractor with an out of country Visa will be denied and service will not be performed.

1.6.7.8 Access to Government Information Systems: Reserved.

1.6.7.9 Key Control: Reserved.

1.6.7.10 Lock Combinations: Reserved.

1.6.8 Post Award Conference/Contract Periodic Progress Meetings: The Contractor shall attend the post award conference convened by the contracting activity or contract administration office IAW Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 42.5. The KO, COR, with other Government personnel, as appropriate, may meet periodically with the Contractor to review the Contractor's performance. At these meetings the KO 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. Items that impact the unit’s ability to conduct its mission or support operations, as well as measures taken to resolve these shortcomings, will be kept close hold, and not be disseminated outside of need-to-know or publicly posted outside of official channels or without a review and/or authorization. These meetings shall be at no additional cost to the government.

1.6.9 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: ensure 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, specifications; monitor Contractor's performance and notifies 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.

1.6.10 Key Personnel: The following contractor personnel are considered key personnel by the government: The Contractor shall designate in writing a Contract Manager who has the authority to resolve issues affecting delivery, servicing, and maintenance of contracted vehicles throughout the contract period. The Contract Manager shall have full authority to act for the Contractor on all contract matters relating to daily operation of this contract and shall be available throughout duration of the contract between the hours of 24 hours 7 days a week while services are required by the Government. The contractor shall provide the COR a letter of instruction in writing with the name and telephone number of the Contract Manager that has the authority to resolve any issues with the services. An electronic copy of the letter of instruction will be provided to the COR ten (10) days before contract start date.

Qualifications for all key personnel are listed below:

1.6.11 Special Qualifications or Certifications: Contract manager and Alternate Contract Manager must demonstrate a minimum of 5 year’s experience managing and overseeing contracting activities, analyzing purchase requests, performing cost or price analysis, evaluating contract proposals and assessing contract performance.

1.6.11.1 IA/IT Training Certification: Reserved.

1.6.11 Special Qualifications: Reserved.

1.6.12 Identification of Contractor Employees: Contractor employees shall identify themselves as Contractor personnel and shall avoid representing themselves as Government employees. This identification includes meeting attendance, answering Government telephones, email communications, and working in other situations where Contractor status is not obvious. Contractor personnel identification shall be easily identifiable through the display of badges, name tags, lanyards, etc.

1.6.12.1 Badging of Contractor Employees: If required by the Government, contract personnel and all associated subContractors employees accessing U.S. facilities or activities, shall present a valid picture ID provided by the Government while accessing Government owned or contracted facilities and shall adhere to facility security policies and restrictions. If applicable, Government issued access badges will not be worn outside designated facility where visible to the general public. Contractor personnel shall return all U.S. Government issued identification to appropriate U.S. Government authorities not later than 5:00PM on the last day of their contractual duties. While on U.S. Government/Host controlled facilities, Contractors will wear and display access badges so as to be clearly visible. Contractor employees will protect and account for these credentials and immediately notify COR/KO if badges are lost, compromised or unaccounted for. The copying and/or reproduction of access badges by unauthorized personnel is not allowed including the posting of images on publicly viewable/accessible forums, online or social media. The use of access badges/credentials by any other individual not directly supporting the contract is not permitted.

1.6.12.2 Uniform: Due to the specific operating environment in Peru, the uniform must comply with the following climate and safety rules:

· Climate Readiness: Uniform fabrics must be lightweight, breathable, and moisture-wicking to prevent heat exhaustion in tropical and high-humidity Peruvian regions.

· Sun Protection: Shirts must be long-sleeved or provide rated UV protection due to high solar radiation levels.

· High-Visibility Safety: Personnel must wear a high-visibility reflective vest over their uniform during low-light conditions, night operations, or when staging on active roadways.

· Footwear Requirements: Drivers must wear closed-toe, slip-resistant, tactical or safety boots suitable for rugged terrain and muddy conditions. Sandals, sneakers, or open shoes are strictly prohibited.

· Identification: Personnel must clearly display a company ID badge or card at all times to satisfy local security checkpoint requirements.

1.6.13 Contractor Travel: Reserved.

1.6.14 Other Direct Costs (ODC): Reserved.

1.6.15 Data Rights: Reserved.

1.6.16. Non-Disclosure Requirements: Performance under this contract may require the Contractor to access data and information proprietary to a Government agency, another Government Contractor, or of such nature that its dissemination or use other than as specified in this work statement would be adverse to the interests of the Government or others. Neither the Contractor, nor Contractor personnel, shall divulge, nor release data or information developed, or obtained under performance of this work statement, except to authorize Government personnel or upon written approval of the KO. The Contractor shall not use, disclose, or reproduce proprietary data, which bears a restrictive legend, other than as specified in this PWS. All documentation showing individual names or other personal information shall apply, and shall be controlled and protected under the provisions of the Privacy Act of 1974, Public Law 93-579, 5 United States Code (U.S.C.) Section 552a.

1.6.16.1 Non-Disclosure Statements: The Contractor shall provide signed non-disclosure agreements to the KO and COR prior to commencement of work under the contract. Disclosure of information by Contractor personnel may result in Contractor personnel removal from performance of duties under this contract.

1.6.16.2 Advertisement and Social Media: The Contractor shall NOT post information to public websites or social media locations, personal or professional, that in any way disclose names, locations, hotel data, participants, discussions, pictures, etc. before, during or after the contract period of performance without the express consent of the Government. The use of propaganda violates DOD Commercial Use of Imagery Guidelines stated at (www.dimoc.mil/resourcess/limitations/). The Contractor shall not cite any information (e.g., contract information, pictures, locations, etc.) obtained through this contract on any marketing tools to include its company website, tv/radio broadcasts, online forums and social media including content posted to accounts of family, friends or associates.

1.6.16.3 Information Assurance: At no time will the Contractor or associated sub-contractor employees transmit government documents or information over using methods that do not meet the security requirements specified in the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication (SP) 800-171, "Protecting Controlled Unclassified Information in Nonfederal Information Systems and Organizations" such as personal electronic mail accounts, public digital data storage sites (cloud storage), social media platforms or instant messaging. Approved government sites such as U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Research Development and Engineering Center (ARMDEC) Safe Exchange at https://safe.amrdec.army.mil/SAFE/About.aspx, or other transmission means determined by the government must be used. As per Office of Management and Budget guidance M-23-13 (27 Feb 2023) the “No TikTok on Government Devices Act” requires ceasing the use and installation removal of the application, and any subsequent product released by ByteDance that has substantially the same functionality and purpose of TikTok, on devices and systems used to process and store DoD related information due to the risks presented by the app to sensitive government data.

1.6.17 Organizational Conflict of Interest (OCI): Contractor and subcontractor personnel performing work under this contract may receive, have access to, or participate in the development of proprietary or source selection information (e.g., cost or pricing information, budget information or analyses, specifications or work statements, etc.) or perform evaluation services which may create a current or subsequent Organizational Conflict of Interests (OCI) as defined in FAR Subpart 9.5. The Contractor shall notify the KO immediately whenever it becomes aware that such access or participation may result in any actual or potential OCI and shall promptly submit a plan to the KO to avoid or mitigate any such OCI. The Contractor’s mitigation plan will be determined to be acceptable solely at the discretion of the KO and in the event the KO unilaterally determines that any such OCI cannot be satisfactorily avoided or mitigated, the KO may affect other remedies as he or she deems necessary, including prohibiting the Contractor from participation in subsequent contracted requirements which may be affected by the OCI.

1.6.18 Phase-in/Phase-Out (PIPO) Period: Reserved.

1.6.19 General Training Requirements:

1.6.19.1 Anti-Terrorism (AT) Level I Training: Reserved.

1.6.19.2 OPSEC Awareness: If the Contractor, or a subcontractor, or employees of either disclose any information identified on the unit’s Critical Information List that disrupts or harms the Government's operations or activities, then the Government retains the right to exclude any employee from performance of duties under this contract. The exclusion of an employee for security reasons will not relieve the Contractor from performance of services required under this contract. By way of example, personnel shall not sketch or take photos of government facilities or activities, unless related to service to be provided. All government paper products and removable digital storage material that is received, generated, or stored during the contract will be destroyed completely when no longer needed to preclude recognition of information. Approved methods of destruction may include, when feasible and allowed, cross-cut shredding, burning, pulping pulverizing and degaussing. The contractor shall immediately report any incidents of anyone attempting to obtain sensitive or proprietary information by unauthorized individual(s) and remain alert to such attempts via social engineering, phishing, or online communication. A prepublication review is required by the COR/KO prior to releasing any information related to the activities, plans and operations associated with this support. Specific details and knowledge of the location, time and place of support activities associated with this US/Partner Nation(s) effort will be kept close hold and will only be shared with personnel who have a need-to-know.

1.6.19.3 Information Assurance (IA) Training: Reserved.

1.6.19.4 Information Assurance (IA)/Information Technology (IT) Training: Reserved.

1.6.19.5 Threat Awareness Reporting Program (TARP Training): Reserved.

1.6.19.6 iWATCH Training: Reserved.

1.6.19.7 OPSEC Training: Reserved.

1.6.20 Overseas Training Requirements:

1.6.20.1 Antiterrorism (AT) Awareness Training for Contractor Personnel Traveling: Reserved.

1.6.20.2 SERE Training: Reserved.

1.6.21 Foreign (OCONUS) Requirements: Reserved.

1.6.21.1 Theater and Country Clearance Requirements: Reserved.

1.6.21.2 Vetting: The Contractor company and all associated sub-Contractor companies, must have been vetted by the US Embassy in the country which the contract will be performed. For the purposes of this contract, the company is considered vetted if the company is located in the country which the contract will be performed unless the company has been previously barred from performing services for the Government. If during a previous vetting process the company was barred from performing service for the Government, then that is grounds for termination of the contract. If the company is located outside of the country which the contract will be performed, the company must be vetted by the US Embassy in the country of performance. Vetting will be coordinated through the US Embassy's DOW Security Cooperation Office (SCO) in the country of performance. If during any previous vetting process in other countries, the company is found to be barred from performing services for the Government; this finding is grounds for termination of the contract.

1.6.21.2.1 The Contractor shall provide a fully qualified workforce who possesses the training, skills, licenses, clearances, certifications and experience to successfully perform the services required in this PWS. Contractor employees remain under the direct supervision of the contractor and will not be considered employees of the Government. All contractor personnel shall be cleared by the Regional Security Office (RSO) prior to employment and at the contractor’s expense (see Para 1.6.7.1 for more information). The contractor shall not employ any person whose employment results in a conflict of interest under DoD 5500.7-R, Joint Ethics Regulation. The contractor must demonstrate registry or other certification which authorizes the company to perform and do business in the country of Peru. Contracted drivers will meet the following requirements:

1.6.21.2.1.1 Contracted drivers must comply with Peru Motor Vehicles and Road Traffic Regulations.

1.6.21.2.1.2 Not having received a letter of intended disqualification.

1.6.21.2.1.3 No demerit points on their license.

1.6.21.3 Installation Access to DOW Facility or Host Nation Installation: Contractor and all subcontractor employees performing services under this contract shall comply with adjudication standards and procedures using the National Crime Information Center Interstate Identification Index (NCIC-III) (U.S. citizen and residents only), and Terrorist Screening Database (TSDB) (Army Directive 2014-05/AR 190-13), applicable installation, facility and areas commander installation/facility access and local security policies and procedures (provided by the COR or KO), and status of forces agreements or other diplomatic agreements. The employee performing services under this contract shall provide all information required for background checks to meet installation access requirements to the installation Provost Marshal Office, Director of Emergency Services, Security Office, or host nation equivalent.

1.6.21.4 Host Nation Installation Access with No DOW Facility: Contractor and all associated subcontractor employees shall comply with applicable installation, facility and area commander installation/facility access and local security policies and procedures. The employee performing services under this contract 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, Security Office or the host nation equivalent.

1.6.21.5 Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) Samples: Reserved.

1.6.21.6 Medical Travel Requirement: Reserved.

1.6.22 Synchronized Pre-deployment and Operational Tracker (SPOT): Reserved.

1.6.23 Safety: Reserved.

1.6.24 Environmental Compliance: Reserved.

PART 2

DEFINITIONS & ACRONYMS

2. DEFINITIONS AND ACRONYMS:

2.1. Definitions:

2.1.1 Area of Responsibility. The U.S. Southern Command (USSOUTHCOM) area of responsibility (AOR) includes the geographic areas of Peru, Argentina, Aruba, Barbados, Belize, Bolivia, Brazil, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Curacao, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Falkland Islands, French Guiana, Grenada, Guadeloupe, Guatemala, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Martinique, Mayotte, Montserrat, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Saint Barthélemy, Saint Martin, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Saint Maarten, Suriname, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos Islands, Uruguay, and Venezuela.

2.1.2. Contractor. The total contractor organization or a separate entity of it; such as an affiliate, division, or plant that performs its own purchasing.

2.1.3. Contracting officer (KO). A person with the authority to enter into, administer, and/or terminate contracts and make related determinations and findings.

2.1.4. Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). An individual designated and authorized in writing by the contracting officer to perform specific technical or administrative functions.

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

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

2.1.7. Foreign National. A foreign national is not a U.S. citizen. Green card holders are also identified as foreign nationals. A foreign national is further categorized as either a third country national or a local national based on the person’s citizenship and location of performance of duty.

2.1.8. 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.

2.1.9. Local National. Local nationals are foreign nationals who are citizens of the country where the performance of duty will occur.

2.1.10. Operations Security (OPSEC). A security program involving primarily the protection of unclassified sensitive information and the implementation of measures to preclude unauthorized disclosures.

2.1.11. Performance Work Statement (PWS). A statement of work for performance-based acquisitions that describes the required results in clear, specific, and objective terms with measurable outcomes.

2.1.12. Physical Security. Protection of the perimeter area, government property, and assets that prevent the loss or damage of Government property.

2.1.13. Quality Assurance. The various functions, including inspection, performed by the government to determine whether a Contractor has fulfilled the contract obligations pertaining to quality and quantity.

2.1.14. Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP). A plan describing how the agency will survey, observe, test, sample, evaluate and document the Contractor’s performance in meeting critical performance standards identified in the contract.

2.1.15. Quality Control (QC). Tasks performed by the Contractor to improve the quality of the organization’s output.

2.1.16. Shall. An imperative command; has a duty to or is required to. Denotes that a regulation must be followed unless the contracting officer has obtained a deviation.

2.1.17. SubContractor. Any supplier, distributor, vendor, or firm that furnishes supplies or services to or for a prime Contractor or another subContractor.

2.1.18. Third Country National. Third country nationals are foreign nationals who are not citizens of the country where the performance of duty will occur.

2.1.19. Work Day. The number of hours per day the Contractor provides services in accordance with the contract.

2.1.20. Work Week. Monday through Friday, unless specified otherwise.

2.2 Acronyms:

PART 3

Government Furnished Equipment (GFE), Government Furnished Property (GFP), and Government Furnished Services (GFS)

3. GOVERNMENT FURNISHED ITEMS AND SERVICES:

3.1. Services: The government will provide personnel to conduct all medical and clinical services associated with the ambulances. The contractor personnel that are designated as drivers, will not conduct any medical or clinical services.

3.2 Facilities: Reserved.

3.3 Utilities: Reserved.

3.4 Equipment:

3.4.1 Airway, Oxygen, and Ventilation: The government will provide all equipment regarding airway, oxygen, and ventilation treatment. This is to include, but not limited to: oxygen tank, portable oxygen system, manual resuscitator, suction unit, cannulas, and oxygen masks. The contractor will not be required to provide any equipment.

3.4.2 Diagnostics and Monitoring: The government will provide all equipment regarding diagnostics and monitoring. This is to include, but not limited to: sphygmomanometer, stethoscope, pulse oximeter, glucometer, thermometer, and flashlight. The contractor will not be required to provide any equipment.

3.4.3 Immobilization and Handling: The government will provide all equipment regarding immobilization and handling. This is to include, but not limited to: a main stretcher, spine board, cervical collars, and splints. The contractor is not required to provide any equipment.

3.4.4 Trauma, First Aid, and Infection Control: The government will provide all equipment regarding trauma, first aid, and infection control. This is to include, but not limited to: automated external defibrillator (AED), first aid kit, trauma dressings, bandages, tourniquet, burn kit, infection control kit, and sharps container. The contractor is not required to provide any equipment.

3.5 Materials: The government will provide all Class VIII medical supplies and durables. The contractor will not be required to provider any Class VIII medical supplies or durables.

3.6 Common Access Cards (CAC): Reserved.

PART 4

CONTRACTOR FURNISHED ITEMS AND SERVICES

4. CONTRACTOR FURNISHED ITEMS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

4.1 General: The Contractor shall furnish all personnel, supervision, vehicles, fuel, and non-personal services necessary to perform the ground MEDEVAC requirements as defined in this Performance Work Statement (PWS).

4.2 Facility Security Clearance: Reserved.

4.3. Materials: The Contractor shall provide everything required to operate two (2) Type-1 Basic Life Support (BLS) ambulances. The contractor shall ensure that the ambulances are kept clean according to healthcare standards at all times. The Contractor shall also furnish standard uniforms made of breathable, UV-rated fabric, high-visibility reflective vests, and closed-toe tactical boots adapted to Peru's tropical climate.

4.4. Equipment: The Contractor shall provide two (2) commercial, fully operational Type-1 BLS patient transport ambulances. Each vehicle must arrive with a full tank of fuel and include all required refueling throughout the contract period. Both vehicles must be permanently stocked with the mandatory equipment listed below:

4.4.1. Storage & Safety: IV hanging hooks, fire extinguisher, and a functional two-way radio communication system.

4.5. Insurance: Defense Base Act (DBA) Workers' Compensation Insurance. The Contractor shall acquire, by means of an insurance policy or a self-insurance program, workers’ compensation coverage required by the DBA. This applies to any contractor, either from local country or from any other country. Contractor shall submit a copy of the insurance policy to the KO or COR within 5 days after contract award. For more information to: http//www.dol.gov/owcp/dlhwc/isdba/htm.

PART 5

SPECIFIC TASKS

5. Specific Tasks: The Contractor shall provide non-personal services to the Government with commercial ambulance vehicle services with drivers and fuel at the locations and dates specified in attachment 3 of this PWS. The contractor shall accomplish services in coordination with the Contracting Officer (KO) and the Contracting Officer Representative (COR).

5.1. Basic Services. The Contractor shall provide all fuel and commercial Type-1 BLS ambulances with professional drivers to support daily operations, medical readiness, and emergency patient transport within Tarapoto, Peru, and training areas within Sauce, Peru, as part of the Southern Vanguard 2026 exercise.

5.1.1. Vehicle standards.

5.1.1.1 Type-1 Basic Life Support (BLS) Ambulances. The Contractor shall provide all fuel and commercial Type-1 BLS ambulances with professional drivers to support daily operations, medical readiness, and emergency patient transport within Tarapoto, Peru, and training areas within Sauce, Peru, as part of the Southern Vanguard 2026 exercise.

a. STD: Contractor shall provide two (2) Type-1 Basic Life Support (BLS) patient transport ambulances with drivers from 02 September – 19 September 2026 per attachment 3.

AQL – 100% compliant.

b. STD: Contractor shall ensure ambulances are properly fueled to cover the duration of the mission and will cover all refueling charges, tolls, and ferry charges.

AQL – 100% compliant.

c. STD: In the event of a critical injury requiring Role 2 medical care, the vehicle and driver must have the capability to transport a patient to Clinica Virgen de las Mercedes Emergency Room in Tarapoto (a 2–3 hour drive) at any given time, day or night.

AQL – 100% compliant.

5.1.1.2 Compliance with Local Traffic Regulations. The Contractor shall ensure complete compliance with local Peru Vehicle and Road Traffic regulations.

a. STD: Vehicles shall be fully operational, mechanically sound, and fitted with standard safety and emergency transport equipment as required by local Peru Vehicles and Road Traffic regulations.

AQL – 100% compliant.

5.1.1.3 Vehicle back-up.

a. STD: The Contractor shall have the availability to provide back-up Type-1 ambulances within two (2) hours to maintain medical coverage in the event of a mechanical breakdown or accident.

AQL – 100% compliant.

5.1.1.4 Vehicle Refuel.

a. STD: The contractor shall ensure all vehicles are refueled at the beginning of each shift throughout the period of performance.

AQL – 100% compliant.

a. STD: Contractor is responsible for refueling for all vehicles with drivers part of this contract.

AQL – 100% compliant.

5.1.1.5 Vehicles and driver coverage.

a. STD: Contracted ambulances with drivers shall be available to cover and support twenty-four (24) hour services (typically expecting 12–18 hours daily based on the training calendar) on days identified in attachment 3 of this PWS, to include weekends and holidays. Extended coverage past scheduled hours may be required due to training delays or unforeseen emergency medical requirements.

AQL – 100% compliant.

5.1.1.6 Driver capacity

a. STD: The Contractor shall ensure that drivers possess a valid Class A-IIa or higher professional driver's license (A-IIb, A-III). Drivers must be physically capable of safely operating emergency vehicles and must not be under the effects of alcohol or drugs at least 8 hours prior to and during the performance of their duties. Any driver suspected of reporting for duty under the influence shall be immediately reported to the COR, removed from the site, and replaced by the contractor within 24 hours of notification.

AQL – 100% compliant.

b. STD: Contracted drivers shall comply with Peru’s Motor Vehicles and Road Traffic Act (Law No. 27181), including strict adherence to zero-tolerance blood alcohol limits and the prohibition of hand-held mobile devices while driving.

AQL – 100% compliant.

5.1.1.7 Contractor uniform and appearance

a. STD: Drivers provided by the Contractor under this contract shall present a neat appearance and maintain a professional decorum suitable for emergency medical environments at all times. Clothing shall be kept clean and neat as practicable considering work conditions. The Contractor shall provide drivers with a standard daily uniform consisting of the same type and color shirt and slacks for all workers (company logo optional). Uniforms must use lightweight, moisture-wicking fabric for Peru's climate, offer UV sun protection, and include high-visibility reflective vests and closed-toe tactical safety boots.

AQL – 100% compliant.

5.2. Inspection:

a. STD: The Contractor shall conduct a joint vehicle and medical equipment inspection with the COR and a trained US Government vehicle mechanic to ensure physical, mechanical, and medical readiness satisfies the US Government’s safety needs to include cleanliness and local transportation laws. Inspections will take place during initial delivery, during any mechanical vehicle exchange, and upon return at contract end.

AQL: 100% Compliant

b. A full inspection report, documenting compliance with each item on the 'Initial Acceptance Checklist,' will be delivered by the Contractor to the COR within two business days of the inspection.

AQL: 100% Compliant

5.3. Insurance.

a. STD: The Contractor shall acquire, by means of an insurance policy or a self-insurance program, workers’ compensation coverage required by the DBA. This applies to any contractor, either from Peru or from any other country. Contractor shall submit a copy of the insurance policy to the KO upon contract award. For further information go to website: http//www.dol.gov/owcp/dlhwc/isdba/htm AQL: 100% Compliant

5.4. Service Contract Reporting (SCR): Reserved.

PART 6

APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

6. APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS (CURRENT EDITIONS)

6.1. The Contractor must abide by all applicable regulations, publications, manuals, and local policies and procedures.

6.1.1 DOD Commercial Use of Imagery Guidelines

6.1.2 AR 190-13, The Army Physical Security Program

6.1.3 Army Directive 2014-05, Policy and Implementation Procedures for CAC Credentialing Access for Uncleared Contractors

6.1.4 DOD 5220.22-M, National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual

6.1.5 Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)

6.1.6 Joint Travel Regulation (JTR)

6.1.7 AR 735-5, Policies and Procedures for Property Accountability

6.1.8 DODD 8570.01, Information Assurance Training Certification and Workforce Management

6.1.9 DOD 8570.01-M, Information Assurance Workforce Improvement Program

6.1.10 AR 25-2, Information Assurance

6.1.11 DODI 3020.41, Contractor Personnel Authorized to Accompany the U.S. Armed Forces

6.1.12 USSOUTHCOM SC Regulation 40-501, Medical Suitability Screening Regulation

6.1.13 DODI 2000.16 DoD Antiterrorism (AT) Program

6.1.14 AR 530-1 Operations and Signal Security - Operations Security

6.1.15 The Peru Vehicles and Road Traffic (Amendment) Act, 2018

PART 7

ATTACHMENT/TECHNICAL EXHIBIT LISTING

7. Attachment/Technical Exhibit List:

7.1 Attachments:

7.1.1 Attachment 1 – Performance Requirements Summary

7.1.2 Attachment 2 – Deliverables Schedule

7.1.3 Attachment 3 – Vehicle Requirement Chart – Type 1 Ambulance - Dates

7.2. Technical Exhibit 1 – Leased vehicles type pictures

Attachment 1 Performance Requirements Summary

The contractor service requirements are summarized into performance objectives that relate directly to mission essential items. The standard should relate to timeliness, quality, or quantity (metrics) of service required by the Contractor is stated in the PWS verbiage. The performance threshold briefly describes the minimum acceptable levels of service required for each requirement. These thresholds are critical to mission success.

Performance Objective

PRS #1

Combating Trafficking in Persons FAR 52.222-50 c The United States Government has adopted a policy prohibiting trafficking in persons including the trafficking-related activities of this clause.

100% Compliance

PRS#2

Ambulance Vehicle & Fuel Provision

PWS Para 1.4

PRS#3

Embassy Vetting

PWS Para 1.6.21.2

PRS#4

Access and Security Policies

PWS Para 1.6.21.4

PRS #5

Type-1 BLS Ambulances

PWS Para 5.1.1.1

a. Provide two (2) Type-1 BLS ambulances with drivers from 02–19 SEP 2026.

c. Ensure capability to transport a patient to Tarapoto day or night.

d. Cover all refueling, tolls, and ferry charges.

100% Compliance

PRS #6

Comply with local traffic laws.

PWS Para 5.1.1.5

PRS #7

Emergency Back up vehicles

PWS Para 5.1.16

PRS #8

Shift Refueling Readiness

PWS para 5.1.1.7

Ensure all ambulances are refueled at the beginning of each shift throughout the period of performance. Contractor is responsible for all refueling operations and costs.

100% Compliance

PRS #9

Ambulance and Driver Coverage

PWS Para 5.1.1.8

PRS #10

Driver Capacity, & Licensing

PWS Para 5.1.1.9

a. Drivers must possess Class A-IIa+ professional licenses. Zero-tolerance for drugs/alcohol. Replace impaired drivers within 24 hours.

b. Comply with Peru's Law No. 27181 regarding mobile devices and breathalyzer limits.

100% Compliance

PRS #11

Contractor uniform and appearance

PWS Para 5.1.10

PRS #12

Equipment Inspection

PWS Para 5.2

PRS #13

DBA and Local Insurances

PWS Para 5.3