A21-Attachment_0001-PWS.pdf

ATTACHMENT 0001

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

CONTRACT WORKING DOG PROGRAM

31 January 2017

1. General: This is a non-personal services requirement to provide a contract working dog (CWD) team capable of performing the functions listed in this document at the Rock Island Arsenal in support of U.S. Army Garrison – Rock Island Arsenal (USAG-RIA) Physical Security and USAG-RIA Law Enforcement. The Government shall not exercise any supervision or control over the contract service providers performing the services herein. Such contract service providers shall be accountable solely to the Contractor who, in turn, is responsible to the Government.

1.1 Description of Service: The contractor shall provide the use of two separate detection dogs, one for Explosive, and one for narcotics detection, with their perspective identifiable uniformed handlers for the purpose of conducting inspections at designated areas such as buildings, parking lots, vehicles and access control point (ACP) inspection areas. The CWD team shall be required to provide services for a total of ten (10) hours per week in accordance with the schedule given by the Contracting Officer Representative (COR), to include holidays and special events when required. In addition to the required 10 hours per week, the contractor shall provide Ad-Hoc emergency response services during Force Protection changes when the Department of Army receives threats to installations requiring the change of Force Protection levels from Alpha to Delta conditions at the Rock Island Arsenal.

2. Objectives: To acquire working dog services in order to provide physical and psychological deterrents to threats, enhance detection capabilities, and respond to security operations during emergencies.

3. Scope: The Contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, and non-personal services necessary to perform tasks as defined in this PWS to include all veterinary care and services of the working dog.

4. Periods of Performance: The periods of performance shall be for a base period of one (1) year with four (4) option years included. The period of performance shall be as follows:

Base Period 03 Apr 2017 – 02 Apr 2018 Option year 1 03 Apr 2018 – 02 Apr 2019 Option year 2 03 Apr 2019 – 02 Apr 2020 Option year 3 03 Apr 2020 – 02 Apr 2021

Option year 4 03 Apr 2021 – 02 Apr 2022

5. Federal Observed Holidays: Contractor shall be required to provide services for the following Federal holidays when requested by the COR:

New Year’s Day Labor Day Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday Columbus Day President’s Day Veteran’s Day Memorial Day Thanksgiving Day Independence Day Christmas Day

6. Hours of Operation: The Contractor is responsible for conducting business 24 hours per day including Federal Holidays when the Government facility is closed due to local or national emergencies, administrative closings, or similar Government directed facility closings. 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.

Contractor shall maintain a twenty-four (24) hour answering service for calls outside the normal hours of business.

7. Place of Performance: The work to be performed under this contract shall be performed for USAG-RIA at the Rock Island Arsenal, located in Rock Island, IL.

8. Quality Assurance: The contractor shall comply with the government’s quality assurance program as defined in the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan. It defines how the performance standards shall be applied, the frequency of surveillance, and the minimum acceptable quality level(s) (AQL). Government surveillance of contractor performance is not limited to the Performance Objectives as outlined in this PWS. The Government reserves the right to conduct compliance surveillance of any contractual requirement of this acquisition.

9. Type of Contract: The Government will award a firm-fixed price contract.

10. Security Requirements: All personnel entering the USAG-RIA perform work under this contract must have a background investigation completed before the contract start date and must maintain the level of security required for the life of the contract.

11. Physical Security: COR will provide a monthly schedule to the contractor for the performance of work. If changes occur, the Government shall provide the contractor with at least a 10 days notification (except on emergencies response services).

12. Contracting Officer’s 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; issue written interpretations of technical requirements, including Government drawings, designs, and 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.

13. 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 third parties are required to identify themselves as such to avoid creating an impression in the minds of members of the public that they are Government officials. They must also ensure that all documents or reports produced by Contractors are suitably marked as Contractor products or that Contractor participation is appropriately disclosed. Contractor shall be required to wear a government furnished badge while conducting business on USAG-RIA.

14. Contractor Personnel Conduct: Contractor personnel’s conduct shall not reflect discredit upon the Government. The Contractor shall ensure that personnel present a professional appearance.

The Contractor’s employees shall observe and comply with all local policies and procedures concerning fire, safety, environmental protection, sanitation, security, and possession of firearms or other lethal or illegal weapons or substance. The Contractor is responsible for ensuring that any contractor employees providing services under this contract conduct themselves and perform services in a professional, safe, and responsible manner. The Contractor shall remove from the job site any employee for reasons of misconduct or security. In accordance with DOD Directive 5500.7- R, “Joint Ethics Regulation”, Contractor employees must avoid improperly influenced in the execution of their duties under the contract. Particular attention should be paid to acceptance of gifts/ gratuities, and on non-disclosure of sensitive or classified information. The Contractor shall ensure employee conduct complies with 41 U.S. C 423 relative to release of acquisition related information or actions or discussions which may prejudice future competitions. The Contractor shall ensure no contractor employees conduct political related activities or events on the RIA.

15. Antiterrorism (AT) and Operations Security (OPSEC)

15.1 AT Level I Training: All contractor employees, to include subcontractor employees, requiring access to Army installations, facilities, and controlled access areas shall complete AT Level I awareness training within (30) thirty calendar days after contract start date or effective date of incorporation of this requirement into the contract, whichever is applicable. The contractor shall submit certificates of completion for each affected contractor employee and subcontractor employee to the COR or to the KO, if a COR is not assigned within thirty (30) calendar days after completion of training by all employees and subcontractor personnel. AT level 1 awareness training is available at the following website: http://jko.jten.mil

15.2 Access and General Protection/Security Policy and Procedures: 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 (FPCON) at any individual facility or installation change, the Government may require changes in contractor security matters or processes.

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

All personnel requesting access to RIA will only enter through a manned and operational Access Control Point and present a United States National or State issued identification that is capable of being scanned for valid entry. All contractor and contractor employees' vehicles, equipment, and packages are subject to inspection or examination (search) at entry/exit of the RIA. Only authorized individuals that pass a screening and vetting process will be permitted access. All contractor and subcontractor personnel will be required to submit the required identification credentials and must receive a favorable background check as conducted through the NCIC-III to gain access and work on the installation.

15.4 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. This training shall be completed within (30) thirty calendar days of contract award and within (30) thirty calendar days of new employees Commencing performance with the results reported to the COR NLT (30) thirty calendar days after contract award.

15.5 For contracts that require OPSEC Training: Per AR 530-1 Operations Security, the contractor employees must complete Level 1 OPSEC Awareness Training. New employees must be trained within (30) thirty calendar days of their reporting for duty and annually thereafter.

15.6 RIA Non-Disclosure: A non-disclosure agreement will be signed by all contractor/sub-contractor employees before report/start date of contract.

15.7 Specific provision/clause language:

All Training shall be face to face (except for training offered online if applicable), will be conducted on RIA. Any conflicts or issues with training locations/performance shall be directed by the project COR.

Building Stand-Off: All occupied buildings on RIA require a 40 feet stand-off by all vehicles and equipment. At no time will unoccupied vehicles, equipment or tools/tool boxes be left unattended within 40 feet of installation buildings. (Any exceptions will be approved by the Installation ATO (IATO) and /or DES - Physical Security Chief).

15.8 Appropriate Security Clearances: Contractors and sub-contractors will be escorted by the COR in areas where they may be exposed to classified and/or sensitive materials. All contractor employees, including subcontractor employees, who are not in possession of the appropriate security clearances, will be escorted in areas where they may exposed to classified and/or sensitive materials.

The contractor will coordinate with the COR and/or the facility security office for access when required.

16. Emergency Services: The Contractor shall have competent personnel trained and capable of dealing with minor personnel injuries. The Contractor’s employees shall immediately notify their supervisor of any accident requiring emergency medical treatment. The Contractor will, in turn, notify the KO or COR within 30 minutes of the incident. Medical treatment and services for Contractor personnel is the responsibility of the contractor during non-tour of duty. During contractor’s tour of duty, all medical emergencies will be provided by Government’s first responders (Rock Island Arsenal Fire Department).

17. Specific Qualification Standards:

17.1- The CWD team shall meet or exceed the following standards outlined in chapter 4, section 6, of Army Regulation 190-12 dated 11 March 2013, entitled “Military Working Dogs”:

17.1.1 – Contract Working Dogs/Contract Working Dog teams shall be certified and approved by the U.S. Army Office of the Provost Marshal General (OPMG) or other DA authority.

17.1.2 - Contractor shall provide their own veterinary services for all dogs associated with this requirement.

17.1.3 - Contract handlers must have attended and graduated from a formal training program course.

17.1.4 – Mine Detection Dog contract handlers shall be certified by an USAES MDD certification authority, as approved by OPMG.

17.2 - The CWD team shall be trained in the detection of the following (Explosives):

Commercial & Military dynamite Gelatin Ammonium nitrate (AN) Water gel (TOVEX) Trinitrotoluene (TNT) Smokeless powder Composition plastic explosive (C4) Detonating cord Potassium chloride Sodium chloride British plastic explosives number 4 (PE4) Semtex H AN mixed with fuel oil or with sugar Artillery/Mortar rounds

Small arms ammunition Weapons

17.3 - The CWD team shall be trained in the detection of the following (Narcotics):

Cannabinoids / Marijuana Hashish Opiates Heroin Cocaine Methamphetamine Methylenedioxy methamphetamine (Ecstasy)

18. Specific Tasks:

18.1 - CWD team shall provide services for a total of ten (10) hours per week in accordance with the monthly schedule given by the Contracting Officer Representative (COR), to include holidays and special events when required.

18.2 - Contractor shall respond to the request as soon as possible and be on site within 4 hours after notification from the COR during Force Protection Alpha and Bravo threat conditions (lease restrictive levels) and 2 hours after notification during Charlie and Delta conditions (more restrictive levels).

18.3 - Contractor shall also provide a daily report of any and all incidents during tour of duty to the COR. This reports shall be provided to the COR by the end the business day in which the incident occurred.

18.4 - The CWD handler must carry the necessary equipment such as dog food, leashes, collars, muzzles, grooming equipment, first aid kits, rewards, cooling vests, pads, dog booties, dog goggles, and kennels.

18.5 - The CWD handler must have vehicle support transportation for their canine to ensure safety and to prevent injuries. Vehicle support requirements include a stable platform with nonskid surface, lightweight shipping kennels and proper vehicle ventilation.

18.6 - The CWD team shall remain on duty until properly relieved by COR.

18.7 - Contractor shall be required to provide the following: replacements of contract dog, boarding, veterinarian care and all kennel associated expenses.

19. Contractor Manpower Reporting (CMR): The contractor shall report ALL contractor labor hours (including subcontractor labor hours) required for performance of services provided under this contract Installation Access Control System via a secure data collection site. The contractor is required to completely fill in all required data fields using the following web address: http://www.ecmra.mil/, and then click on “Department of the Army CMRA” or the icon of the DoD organization that is receiving or benefitting from the contracted services. Reporting inputs shall be for the labor executed during the period of performance during each Government fiscal year (FY), which runs October 1 through September 30. While inputs may be reported any time during the FY, all data shall be reported no later than October 31 of each calendar year, beginning with 2017. Contractors may direct questions to the help desk by clicking on “Send an email” which is located under the Help Resources ribbon on the right side of the login page of the applicable Service/Component’s CMR website.

20. Applicable Publications (current editions): Contractor must abide by all applicable regulations, publications, manuals, and local policies and procedures. Any Contractor provided publications are to be procured and maintained at Contractor’s expense. The Contractor must abide by all applicable regulations, publications, manuals, and local policies and procedures.

AR 190-12, Military Working Dogs, 11 March 2013.

Army Techniques Publication 3-39.34, Military Working Dogs, 30 January 2015.

Army Techniques Publication 3-39.32, Physical Security, 30 April 2014