W56PF19Q00130002_Amendment_0002.pdf

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print)

30-105-04EXCEPTION TO SF 30

APPROVED BY OIRM 11-84

STANDARD FORM 30 (Rev. 10-83) Prescribed by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

The purpose of this amendment is:

1. To make correction to Question & Answ er #32:

Change from: Bunk beds do not meet the guidance stated in the SOO for, 40sf /3.72sm per person;

Change To: Bunk beds are authorized as per SOO table 1.

2. SOO updated to reflect bunk bed acceptance. The follow ing w as added to the SOO, Table 1: 15 max per structure; 40sf /3.72sm per person OR 30 max per structure if providing bunk beds. See attached updated SOO.

See attached pages.

1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

J 1 16

16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

16C. DATE SIGNED

BY 31-Jan-2019

16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA15C. DATE SIGNED15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

(Signature of Contracting Officer)(Signature of person authorized to sign)

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., Street , County, State and Zip Code) X W56PFY19Q0013

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

24-Jan-2019

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

X The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offer is extended, X is not extended.

Offer must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended by one of the following methods:

(a) By completing Items 8 and 15, and returning copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;

or (c) By separate letter or telegram which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN

REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by telegram or letter, provided each telegram or letter makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required)

13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS.

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE

CONTRACT ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(B).

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not, is required to sign this document and return copies to the issuing office.

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

10A. MOD. OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO. 5. PROJECT NO.(If applicable)

6. ISSUED BY

3. EFFECTIVE DATE

31-Jan-2019

CODE

414TH CSB - PARC AFRICA

VIA DELLA PACE #197

VICENZA (VI) 36100

W912PF 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

CODE

See Item 6

FACILITY CODECODE

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W56PFY19Q0013

SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION SF 30 - BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

The following have been modified:

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

African Lion Questions W56PFY-19-Q-0013

1. When is the forecasted award date?

ANSWER: on or about 15 February 2019

2. Can the Government please consider adding a mobilization and demobilization clin?

ANSWER: Vendors are to include all costs per CLIN schedule as per solicitation.

3. In 3.3.2, the contractor provides the table/desk and 2 chairs for the instructor.

Who provides the 30 classroom chairs?

ANSWER: The contractor will be responsible for providing tables and chairs as part of the classroom facility in order to accommodate 30 personnel. IAW 3.3.2, The contractor will be responsible for providing desks/tables and chairs for each structure. Each classroom facility shall accommodate 30 personnel in rows with adequate spacing between each row of tables/desks and chairs.

4. In 3.6, it states, “The Contractor shall provide water tanks that hold at least 2000 gallons of potable water. The Contractor shall ensure the tanks are filled one (1) time per day” For the duration of the contract is the total quantity of water to be delivered 60,000 gallons?

ANSWER: Tanks are to hold a minimum of 2,000 gallons of water. 2,000 gallons of water may not be used in one day. Determining the amount of use per day will depend on how much water will be used.

a. With an additional 5,000-gallon limit upon approval from the Government?

ANSWER: The contract shall not exceed 5000 additional gallons of water.

5. Can the Government please clarify that the potable water tank and quantity is separate from that of the water tank and quantity for laundry?

ANSWER: There is a request for water tanks to hold a minimum of 2,000 gallons, one for showers and the other for laundry. The facilities may be close to each other using the same tanks, however, they must meet the guidance listed in the SOO. 2,000 gallons per facility may equal 4,000 gallon tank for both facilities.

6. Can interested vendors submit pricing via a pricing Estimate utilizing their company’s format, i.e. QuickBooks?

ANSWER: Vendors need to submit pricing as per instruction/ guidance provided in addendum 52.212-1.

7. Due to the very limited time for the posting of the solicitation the recent Government shut down, can the Government please consider extending the response date for proposals to 5FEB19 at 1700hrs EST, in order to provide ample time for sourcing of supplies and quoting for required insurance?

ANSWER: Solicitation will not be extended at this time.

8. Will the Government be providing documentation to exclude VAT charges if not VAT charges be incorporated into the costs?

ANSWER: U.S. Government is exempt from VAT as per FAR Clause 52.229-6 Taxes--Foreign Fixed-Price Contracts” and DFAR Clause “Invoices Exclusive of Taxes or Duties”, included in the solicitation.

9. Appendix A 4. states, “The contractor shall contact the Government point of contact upon arriving to the base. The Government point of contact shall escort the contractor onto the base and to the destination for delivery, cleaning, and or servicing of the all services.” Can the Government please clarify, is the “Government point of Contact,” US Government individual or Tunisian military individual at the base?

ANSWER: Government POC will be a US military individual.

10.Will an award be made on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable or on Best Value?

ANSWER: Evaluation criteria addressed in 52.212-2 and addendum 52.212-2.

11.The SOW does not refer to how many days in advance access to Camp Rimmel will be provided. Will the Government be able to provide at least at a minimum 10 business days for camp set up?

ANSWER: See answer for question 12.

12.How many business days will be given for mobilization from award?

a. A minimum of 7 business days is needed for mobilization due to the size of the camp and scope of services required.

ANSWER: 15 days total prior to Start date. Exercise will end on 4 April for tear down.

13.When is funding for this project forecasted, as there appears to be a very limited time period from submission to a potential award to commencement of services?

ANSWER: As per page 1 of Combined/Synopsis solicitation, ********IN ACCORDANCE WITH AFARS 5101.602-2(a)(ii)(B), the following statement applies,********

“FUNDS ARE NOT PRESENTLY AVAILABLE FOR THIS ACQUISTION.

NO CONTRACT AWARD WILL BE MADE UNTIL APPROPRIATED

FUNDS ARE MADE AVAILABLE.”

a. How will the Government ensure that viable and realistic time lines exist for mobilization and commencement of services?

ANSWER: Contractor will be notified at least 25 days prior to execution date.

14.Does the Government require any MHE equipment to be used for arrival and departure of Government equipment or supplies?

ANSWER: MHE will not be provided to the contractor. The contractor is responsible for loading and offloading.

15.Many of the food products in Tunisia meet EU or FDA standards. Catering services can be provided that meet US VETCOM requirements. Is there an interest in catering services?

ANSWER: This requirement does not require catering services.

16.There is not a CLIN for DBA insurance. Is it required for the contract? If so can, the Government please consider adding a CLIN for DBA insurance?

ANSWER: This requirement is being considered as a supply buy. If this is already included in your quote, please state so, you do not need to price separately.

17.Can the Government please confirm that each sleeping tent is to accommodate 15 personnel?

ANSWER: At a minimum, tents are to house 15 personnel with 3.72Sm per person IAW section 3.1 and guidance specified in 3.2 of the SOO.

18.Could the Government please consider increasing the page count limit on the Technical Proposal from 10 pages to 20 pages?

ANSWER: The page limit , IAW Addendum to 52.212-1 is 10 pages.

19. 7.1 states, “The U.S. government shall not be responsible for providing security forces to the Contractor and employed personnel before, during, or after the establishment of or tear down of the requested services outlined in the SOO.” We understand that the security and terrorism threat has increased significantly in the country. On 2JAN19, the Department of State issued Travel Advisory for Tunisia.

Can the Government please advise or provide a mechanism for securely transporting equipment and personnel in Tunisia?

a. Will the Tunisian military be able to provide security escort?

ANSWER: Tunisian military are not required to provide escort for this requirement. Any security escort will be the responsibility of the contractor.

b. How does the Government suggest transport between Tunis and the camp at Rimmel?

ANSWER: transport will be the responsibility of the contractor.

20.During the mobilization phase of the camp, how much time daily will be granted to the Contractor for base access in order to set up the camp?

ANSWER: Time for base access will be from: 0900-1700 21.Will a Government representative be on site to ensure that the Contractor can work as long as possible during the mobilization phase?

ANSWER: A government point of contact will be assigned to this requirement in order to fulfill the requirements of the SOO. The Government point of contact will be in communication with the contractor for concerns prior to execution.

Government POC will be available during the hours of 0900-1700.

22.Can the Government please provide photos of the ground where the camp is to be established?

ANSWER: Photos and exact location cannot be provided due to security reasons. The closest location for reference is the Rimmel Forrest.

a. What is the composition of the ground, is it grass, dirt or cement?

ANSWER: The composition is a combination of grass, dirt and cement.

b. Does water pool in the area where the Government wishes the camp to be set up?

ANSWER: There are areas were water accumulates more than others.

23. In what city is the camp located or near?

ANSWER: Near the Rimmel Forest (Google pin drop: 37.243909,9.938671)

24. Are there any embassy travel restrictions near the camp?

ANSWER: There are no known restrictions. Vendors may contact out to the embasy at sa@emb-safrica.intl.tn. Website: www.southafrica.intl.tn.

25. Will the contractor be responsible for VAT taxes?

ANSWER: Refer to question 8.

26. Due to the RFQ being released 24 Dec and the quotes due 4 Feb, will a business registration in progress for Tunisia be accepted for the quote submission?

ANSWER: RFQ was release on 24 Jan 2019. All vendors will be required to either be registered through SAM and/or be vetted through USARF MI team Prior to award.

27. Will the contractor turn over all equipment as GFE once the exercise is complete? If so, to whom?

ANSWER: As per SOO paragraph 2. SCOPE OF WORK: Base life support shall consist of toilets, hand wash/sinks, showers, sleeping accommodations, power generation, fuel, lighting, air conditioners, laundry wash/dry stations, and services related to providing and maintaining these services during the contract period. The Contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, and other items and non-personal services necessary to perform services as defined in this Statement of Objectives (SOO). Unless otherwise specifically stated, the US Government will not provide government furnished equipment to support this requirement.

28. Assume the Government requires both heating and AC for the structures?

ANSWER: IAW 3.2.6, 3.3.4, 3.6.8, environmental control units shall be heat and air conditioning capable of maintaining temperatures.

29. The historical averages temperatures during March – April is a high of 22 degree Celsius and a low of 13 degree Celsius. Given the historical average temperatures would the AC be required for cooling ? further in Tunisia AC’s don’t come with heating option, in such a scenario would we have to provide separate heaters in each tent structure ?

ANSWER: Provide AC Units in accordance with the SOO. SOO indicates to provide both heat and AC.

30. Would all the tent structures, shower trailers, laundry stations be located in the same vicinity. The reason for asking this question is to determine the cable length to be provided for the generator.

ANSWER: Facilities are generally located in the same area. Distance between the structures is undermined.

31. The SoW states that the sleeping quarters should have beds/cots. Do we also have to provide mattress, pillows, bedsheets, pillow covers, blankets etc ? If yes then how many sets per bed is required?

ANSWER: Mattress, pillows and bedsheets, pillow covers, blankets are not required as per SOO.

32. Can we also propose bunk beds inside of individual beds ?

ANSWER: Bunk beds do not meet the guidance stated in the SOO for, 40sf /3.72sm per person; UPDATE:Bunk beds are authorized as per SOO table 1.

33. The quantities for the Sleeping Structures, toilets, hand wash facilities , Power generation/fuel, & shower trailers have been specified as “TBD”. As the quantity is not known how do we price the proposal ?. For e.g. the cost of hiring a tent or a generator is based on quantity and if that is unknown then how can we price it ?

ANSWER: Quantities state TBD due to the type of facility provided by the contractor. For instance, a vendor may provide standalone port-a-pottie with hand wash stations directly outside of the port-a-potties. Or, a facility that contains a toilet and hand wash inside may be considered. Bottom line, the contractor has the option to provide a facility, structure, etc, so long as it meets the guidance listed in the SOO.

34. Can we provide 1 or 2 large commercial laundry washer and dryer which will be equivalent capacity to 8 normal washer & Dryer ?

ANSWER: The request is for multiple washer and dryers to allow participants to wash their clothes. That cannot be accomplished by commercial washer & dryers.

35. How many days will be provided for mobilization of all resources ?

ANSWER: Refer to question 12.

SECTION SF 1449 - CONTINUATION SHEET

The following have been modified:

PWS

TABLE OF CONSTRUCTURES

1. Introduction

2. Scope of Work

3. Specific Requirements

4. Deliverables

1. INTRODUCTION: The United States Government requires the following service/supply(s):

1.1. SERVICE/SUPPLY: Base Life Support

1.2. LOCATION: Camp Rimmel, Tunisia (Area of Rimmel Forrest, east of Manzil Jamil; west of Metline)

1.3. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE (POP): 11 March 2019 - 9 April 2019.

1.3.1. All requested objectives shall be ready to be occupied by U.S. Forces on 11 March 2019. The tear down of all requested objectives shall not start prior to 9 April 2019.

2. SCOPE OF WORK: Base life support shall consist of toilets, hand wash/sinks, showers, sleeping accommodations, power generation, fuel, lighting, air conditioners, laundry wash/dry stations, and services related to providing and maintaining these services during the contract period. The Contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, and other items and non-personal services necessary to perform services as defined in this Statement of Objectives (SOO). Unless otherwise specifically stated, the US Government will not provide government furnished equipment to support this requirement.

3. SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:

3.1. Summary of Requirements (Table 1):

***TBD will be determined at time of award.

Requirement SOO Location QTY Notes

Section Sleeping Structures

3.2 Camp

Rimmel, Tunisia

TBD Accommodate 130 male personnel and 8 female personnel: 15 max per structure; 40sf /3.72sm per person UPDATE ‘OR 30 max per structure if providing bunk beds’.; separate sleeping structures for male and female (structure or tent)

Work Structure 3.2 Camp Rimmel, Tunisia

1 Structure to accommodate 6 tables plus 2 chairs for each table

Class Room Structures

3.3 Camp

Rimmel, Tunisia

3 Each structure shall be able to accommodate 30 personnel; tables and chairs for 30 personnel plus additional table and 2 chairs for instructor(s)

Toilets 3.4 Camp Rimmel, Tunisia

TBD Separate toilets for male & females; minimum 8 toilets for males and 2 for females (portable toilets or toilet trailers)

Hand Wash Facilities

3.4 Camp

Rimmel, Tunisia

TBD Minimum of 10 hand wash stations (portable hand wash stations or can be part of latrine/shower combos)

Power Generation and Fuel

3.5 Camp

Rimmel, Tunisia

TBD Supply a sufficient quantity of generators to meet the power needs for sleeping, work, classroom, toilets, and hand washing facilities and fuel/refill generators

Showers 3.6 Camp Rimmel, Tunisia

TBD Separate shower facilities for males and females;

accommodate 130 males and 8 females; max 15 per shower (portable or trailers)

Self-Service Laundry Stations

3.7 Camp

Rimmel, Tunisia

8 8 washers & 8 dryers; personnel will be responsible for washing their own laundry (structure or tent)

3.2. Sleeping / Work Facilities

3.2.1. The Contractor shall furnish all management supervision of personnel, training, equipment, material, supplies, maintenance, and any other equipment necessary to accomplish the requirement of providing sleeping accommodations in this Statement of Objectives (SOO).

3.2.2. Instructure of structure(s). These structure(s) will be utilized as sleeping quarters and one structure will be utilized as a work area (Mayor Cell).

3.2.3. Size/Type of structures. The Contractor is responsible for designing and emplacing sleeping accommodations as prescribed in the SOO. The Contractor shall provide structures with two (2) entrances/exits and shall be able to withstand winds up to 30mph or 45kph and maintained in good repair.

3.2.4. General. The Contractor shall be responsible for placing into service, erecting, and dismantling all components of this requirement as listed in the SOO.

3.2.5. Flooring. The contractor shall provide flooring for the sleeping and working accommodation structures to prevent dirt, dust, and other material from penetrating through the floor. Flooring shall be able to be swept by brooms such as plastic mat or equivalent. Floor height shall be no less than three (3) inches off of the ground to prevent flooding in the event of inclement weather.

3.2.6. Environmental Control Units (Heat and Air conditioning). The Contractor shall provide adequate environmental control units capable of maintaining 25 degrees Celsius at the hottest part of the day and 18 degrees Celsius during the coldest part of the day for sleeping and work structures.

3.2.7. Electrical Outlets. The Contractor shall provide a minimum three receptacles per structure (sleeping and work).

3.2.8. Lighting. The Contractor shall provide adequate overhead lighting for each structure (sleeping and work) to be well lit in the hours of darkness without the need of personal lights such as headlamps/flashlights.

3.2.9. Beds/Cots. The contractor shall provide adequate beds/cots for personnel in each sleeping facility, in accordance with the amount of personnel each structure accommodates.

3.2.10. Work Facility: The contractor shall provide 6 tables and two chairs per table.

3.2.11. Maintenance. The Contractor shall correct any deficiency within 12 hours of notification by the KO or the Government POC. The Contractor shall be responsible for all maintenance for this requirement. The contractor is not responsible for maintaining the cleanliness inside of the sleeping or work structures.

3.2.12. Fire Mitigation. The Contractor shall ensure all structures conform to the (United States National Fire Protection Association) NFPA 1 and NFPA 101 (2012) version which also includes fire extinguishers for each structure.

3.3. Classroom Facilities The contractor shall provide lighting, and hard flooring to sit 30 people to create a classroom environment.

3.3.1. Size/Type of structures. The Contractor is responsible for designing and emplacing classroom facilities as prescribed in the SOO. The Contractor shall provide temporary structures with two (2) entrances/exits and shall be able to withstand winds up to 30mph or 45kph and maintained in good repair.

3.3.2. The contractor will be responsible for providing desks/tables and chairs for each structure. Each classroom facility shall accommodate 30 personnel in rows with adequate spacing between each row of tables/desks and chairs.

The contractor shall also provide a table/desk and 2 chairs for the instructor(s) at the head of each structure.

3.3.3. Flooring. The contractor shall provide flooring for the classroom structures to prevent dirt, dust, and other material from penetrating through the floor. Flooring shall be able to be swept by brooms such as plastic mat or equivalent. Floor height shall be no less than three (3) inches off of the ground to prevent flooding in the event of inclement weather.

3.3.4. Environmental Control Units (Heat and Air conditioning). The Contractor shall provide adequate environmental control units capable of maintaining 25 degrees Celsius at the hottest part of the day and 18 degrees Celsius during the coldest part of the day.

3.3.5. Electrical Outlets: The Contractor shall provide at least 2 receptacles per classroom facility.

3.3.6. Lighting. The Contractor shall provide adequate overhead lighting for each structure to be well lit in the hours of darkness without the need of personal lights such as headlamps/flashlights.

3.3.7. Maintenance. The Contractor shall correct any deficiency within 12 hours of notification by the KO or the Government POC. The Contractor shall be responsible for all maintenance for this requirement. The contractor is not responsible for maintaining the cleanliness inside of the classroom facilities.

3.3.8. Fire Mitigation. The Contractor shall ensure all structures conform to the (United States National Fire Protection Association) NFPA 1 and NFPA 101 (2012) version which also includes fire extinguishers for each structure.

3.4. Toilets / Hand Washing Stations The Contractor shall provide toilets/latrines, hand washing stations, and daily sanitation services as prescribed in Table 1 above. The Contractor shall emplace the toilets, hand washing station, and shower facilities as noted on the attached map. The Contractor shall furnish all management supervision of personnel, training, equipment, material, supplies, and any other equipment necessary to accomplish the requirement of providing toilets/hand washing stations in this Statement of Objectives (SOO). Services shall be provided daily between the hours of 0800 and 1700 conducted a minimum of two (2) times per day.

3.4.1. The toilets shall be large enough for a single standing occupant. If portable toilets are utilized, then they shall contain a waste holding tank, a seated toilet, lockable doors, and ventilation. The holding tank shall be capable of reducing odors through the use of self- sealing or chemical technologies. The contractor shall place latrines at locations designated by the Government Point of Contact (POC).

3.4.2. This objectives shall include the delivery of the toilets and removal upon the completion of the training exercise. The Contractor shall be responsible for emplacement of the latrines/toilets and ensure that they are ready to be utilized no later than 0900 hours on the start of the period of performance. The Contractor shall ensure that the latrines are maintained, cleaned, and fully stocked with toilet paper twice a day (minimum of 10 rolls per latrine), and if portable toilets are utilized, that they are serviced (refuge pumped), sanitized, and dried a minimum of two (2) times daily.

3.4.3. If portable toilets are utilized: Contractor shall provide daily cleaning of portable toilets to include, but not limited to: pumping out all waste, cleaning and disinfecting all portable toilet surfaces, removal of all urine/feces from the waste holding tank, and disinfecting the waste holding tank daily. If portable toilets are not utilized, then the toilets shall be cleaned and stocked with toilet paper (minimum 10 rolls) twice a day to include trash removal.

The Contractor shall correct deficiencies within 6 hours of notification from the Contracting Officer or Government Point of Contact.

3.4.4. Size/Type of structures. The Contractor is responsible for designing and emplacing toilet structures as prescribed in the SOO. The Contractor shall provide structures able to withstand winds up to 30mph or 45kph (may be anchored) and maintained in good repair.

3.4.5. Hand Washing Stations. The Contractor shall ensure that there are adequate hand-washing stations (refer to Table 1) that are fully stocked daily with paper towels, a trash can, soap, and hand-sanitizer. If a portable hand washing stations are utilized, the hand washing stations shall consist of a receptacle for used, “dirty” water and a separate receptacle for holding clean water. The Contractor shall clean and disinfect the hand washing stations and shall remove all dirty water and trash from the hand washing stations a minimum of two (2) times per day. The Contractor shall correct deficiencies within 6 hours of notification from the Contracting Officer or Government point of contact.

3.4.6. The Contractor shall remove and dispose of waste in accordance with host nation laws and regulations. All waste shall be disposed of in an area at a sufficient distance from the base camp as to not be detected by base camp occupants.

3.4.7. The Contractor will be able to tie into the septic system on Camp Rimmel.

3.5. Power Generation and Distribution

3.5.1. The Contractor shall furnish all management supervision of personnel, training, equipment, material, supplies, and any other equipment necessary to accomplish the requirement of providing power generation and distribution in this Statement of Objectives (SOO) and in Table 1 above. The Contractor is responsible for designing and emplacing the system in order to provide adequate power.

3.5.2. Power generation/distribution shall be compatible with 240v – 50 Hz usage. All wiring and electrical systems shall comply with international safety codes and regulations. All receptacles shall be European standard configuration. Power generation system shall operate on diesel fuel. The contractor shall provide the fuel necessary to maintain no interruption in power generation services.

3.5.3. The electrical drops shall be placed at each structure in order to allow power to be turned off at the breaker box. The Contractor is responsible for proper sizing of primary power and alternate power. An alternate generator shall be provided by the contractor and rated at only 50% of the primary power. If primary generator becomes inoperable, the USG will physically switch from primary to alternate power. The Contractor will be notified of the failure and shall make provisions to provide 100% of required power with 36 hours of failure.

3.5.4. The Contractor shall provide adequate size wire to carry the electrical load without failure or significant voltage drop below the required amperage at the identified structure locations. The Contractor shall provide training of the selected base personnel on the operations and routine maintenance (fuel filling operations, manual transfer switch operation, and emergency actions upon generator failure). The Contractor is responsible for service maintenance as required and must adhere to all safety protocols IAW current OSHA standards. The Contractor is responsible for the design and grounding of the system. The Contractor shall demonstrate through design drawings that the system is adequately grounded. Power distribution shall have manual transfer switch (from primary to alternate power). The Contractor shall maintain a 10% spare of total breakers installed per site. International Electric Code is the standard for this project. The Contractor shall provide initial certification, calibration, testing, and programming of the power plant system by a certified technician. Power from the power source shall be available 24 hrs, 7 days per week. All conductors located inside the facilities shall have adequate physical protection from incidental contact in accordance with NESC and NFPA 70. All conductors and connections shall test free of grounds, shorts, and opens. The Contractor shall provide a floor barrier placed beneath the generators in the event there is a spillage.

3.5.5. The Contractor shall provide electrical infrastructure within all Contractor provided structures to ensure adequate electrical supply to include, but not limited to, lights, receptacles, lighting switches, etc. Lighting levels must meet specified requirements.

3.5.6. Personnel. The Contractor shall provide a Program Manager and an alternate who is responsible for the daily work performance. The Contractor shall provide written notice to the Contracting Officer and Government point of contact of any change of the Program Manager or his alternate within twenty four (24) hours of the change. The Program Manager or alternate shall be physically available during the hours between 0800 and 1800 within one hour of notification by the Contracting Officer or the Government point of contact. The Program Manager or alternate shall be available telephonically at all times for the duration of the period of performance. The Contractor shall provide a dedicated Program Manager who has the necessary technical skills and authority to ensure delivery of the services as specified in this statement of objectives for the entire duration of this effort. The Program Manager shall be able to read, write and speak English to the level that they can effectively communicate with U.S. Personnel. The contractor shall provide the name, e-mail address and cell phone number of the identified Program Manager to the Government POC.

3.5.7. Maintenance. The Contractor shall correct any deficiency within 4 hours of notification by the KO or the Government POC. The Contractor shall be responsible for all maintenance for this requirement.

3.5.8. The Contractor shall provide all fuel or diesel fuel to sustain this requirement throughout duration of the exercise.

3.6. Shower Facilities The contractor shall provide shower facilities (refer to Table 1). The contractor shall also provide fresh water tanks and, if required, a storage container capable of capturing the grey water is produced with the use of the requested shower units. The Contractor shall provide water tanks that hold at least 2000 gallons of potable water. The Contractor shall ensure the tanks are filled one (1) time per day (reference 3.6.4). The contractor shall provide all equipment necessary to ensure the shower facility(s) are fully functional.

3.6.1. Specifications.

• Each shower structure shall include light fixtures (rated for wet locations, exhaust fans, electric wall heaters)

• Water tanks shall be large enough or in sufficient provide at least 2000 gallons of potable water per day for each shower structure. Contractor shall supply the necessary items to tie into the base’s septic system.

• The contractor will provide generators to support the power function of the field shower trailers.

• Each shower area shall include sinks with running water, mirror, liquid soap dispenser (contractor required to refill) over each sinks, clothing hooks, paper towels or forced air hand dryer and trash receptacles (contractor required to empty).

• Each shower stall shall include shower head, non-slip floor, floor drains, and curtains.

• The showering facility must have the capability of maintaining hot water up to 110 Fahrenheit (43.3 degrees Celsius). Water temperatures must be able to be adjustable at each showerhead providing hot water and cold water through a mixing faucet. Shower heads shall provide a comfortable shower with no pressure or temperature fluctuations. A minimum of 1.5 gallons-per-minute (gpm) flow at the showerhead is required.

3.6.2. Size/Type of structures. The Contractor is responsible for designing and emplacing shower facilities as prescribed in the SOO. The Contractor shall provide structures able to withstand winds up to 30mph or 45kph and maintained in good repair.

3.6.3. Cleaning. The showers shall be cleaned no less than once every 24 hours. All cleaning operation shall result in free of mold, odors, and general area cleanliness. Preferred cleaning times are 0900-1100 daily.

3.6.4. Additional potable water. The Government point of contact shall approve, in writing, any request for additional potable water fills. Additional potable water filling service shall not be performed until the contractor receives written notice from the Government point of contact. This contract SHALL NOT EXCEED 5000 additional gallons of potable water.

3.6.5. Schedule. The contractor shall be required to provide potable water filling service on a daily basis. The Government point of contact shall be present to be inspect every delivery.

3.6.6. The contractor shall install the shower structures at a location designated by the Government point of contact or KO.

3.6.7. Maintenance. The Contractor shall correct any deficiency within 6 hours of notification by the KO or the Government POC. The Contractor shall be responsible for all maintenance for this requirement.

3.6.8. The contractor shall provide, not limited to, all fuel and electricity required for heat/air conditioning, lights, hot water, and all equipment necessary to operate the shower facility.

3.7. Self-Service Laundry Facility The contractor shall provide a structure(s) with a total of at least 8 washers and 8 dryers. The contractor will install the self-service laundry facility(s) in the location designated by the Government point of contact or KO. The contractor shall provide fresh water tanks for washing machine use. Water tanks shall provide at least 2000 gallons of fresh water per day. The contractor must provide all equipment necessary to bring the laundry facility to full functionality.

3.7.1. Specifications.

• Each field laundry unit shall include appropriate attachments, water source, electrical wiring, and ventilation for exhaust required.

• The contractor will provide generators to support the power function of the field laundry units.

• Each laundry unit shall include at a minimum 1 full box of laundry detergent per day.

• Adequate lighting for use during times of limited visibility.

3.7.2. Cleaning. The laundry units shall be cleaned no less than one (1) time per day. All cleaning operation shall result in free of mold and general area cleanliness. Preferred cleaning times are 0900-1500.

3.7.3. Size/Type of structures. The Contractor shall provide structures able to withstand winds up to 30mph or 45kph and maintained in good repair.

3.7.4. Schedule. The contractor shall be required to provide fresh water filling service on a daily basis. The Government point of contact shall be present to be inspect/verify every delivery.

3.7.5. The contractor shall set up the self-service laundry facility(s) with at least eight (8) washers and eight (8) dryers at the location designated by the Government point of contact or KO.

3.7.6. Maintenance. The Contractor shall correct any deficiency within 6 hours of notification by the KO or the Government POC. The Contractor shall be responsible for all maintenance for this requirement. The contractor is not responsible for maintaining the cleanliness inside of the classroom facilities.

3.7.7. The contractor shall provide, not limited to, electricity, water, and laundry detergent required for hot water and all equipment necessary to operate the laundry facility.

4. DELIVERABLES

4.1. GENERAL REQUIREMENT DELIVERABLES (see Appendix A):

Cite What When Format

Appendix A 4 Written list of contractor and sub-contractor personnel and a copy of their national ID / passport who will be working on this contract (required to access Tunisian military base).

Within 5 days of award of contract

Email to the Contracting Officer

Appendix A 8.1

Program Manager / Alternate or POC

2 days after award

Email to the Contracting Officer

Appendix A 18.2

Safety and Health Plan 14 days after award

Email to the Contracting Officer

APPENDIX A

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1. LANGUAGE: All written and oral correspondence shall be in English.

2. LEGAL COMPLIANCE AND CERTIFICATIONS: The Contractor shall hold or obtain upon award current certifications required by Tunisian law, if any, to perform the service and be registered with the Chamber of Commerce and Ministry of Defense as applicable in accordance with local law. Copies of sub-contractor certifications, if subcontractors are used, shall be retained by the Contractor. Non-local national contractor personnel must comply with theater clearance requirements per Foreign Clearance Guide located at https://www.fcg.pentagon.mil/fcg.cfm.

3. PERMITS. Without additional cost to the US Government, the Contractor shall obtain all permits, licenses, and appointments required for the prosecution of work under this contract. The Contractor shall obtain these permits, licenses, and appointments in compliance with applicable host country laws. Application, justification, fees, and certifications for any licenses required by the host government are entirely the responsibility of the Contractor.

4. BASE ACCESS: Within 5 days of award of contract, the Contractor shall provide the Contracting Officer and Government point of contact a list of names and copy of their national ID/passport of all personnel that will be working on this contract. The contractor shall contact the Government point of contact upon arriving to the base.

The Government point of contact shall escort the contractor onto the base and to the destination for delivery, cleaning, and or servicing of the all services outlined in the SOO. Once the work is complete for that period, the Government point of contact shall escort the contractor off of the base.

5. PERSONNEL SECURITY: Upon Contract award, the Contractor shall provide Contracting Officer, Government point of contact and the US Embassy in Tunisia written list of personnel, including sub- contractor personnel, who will be conducting work under this contract. The list shall include full names, birth date, address and job title for all contracted and sub-contracted employees. The Contractor shall ensure all employees are eligible for employment under laws of Tunisia, have no negative police reports and have no significant criminal charges that can affect the safety of equipment and personnel participating in the training.

6. INFORMATION SECURITY: The Contractor and all associated employees will not disclose sensitive information obtained as a result of working this contract, to include the personal identity of personnel working in support of this training event.

7. FORCE PROTECTION: The contractor and all associated subcontractor employees shall comply with applicable local area policies and guidance for access security procedures provided by the US Government and the Tunisia Defense Force. The contractor workforce must comply with all personal identity verification requirements as directed by the US Government and the host nation(s). In addition to the changes otherwise authorized by the changes clause of this contract, should the force protection condition (FPCON) at any individual facility, installation or location change, the US Government may require changes in contractor security matters or processes.

7.1. The U.S. government shall not be responsible for providing security forces to the Contractor and employed personnel before, during, or after the establishment of or tear down of the requested services outlined in the SOO.

8. MANAGEMENT:

8.1. The Contractor shall provide a Program Manager (PM) or Point of Contact (POC) and an alternate (if the PM is not available) who shall be responsible for the daily performance of the work and for daily transportation synchronization. Their contact information shall be provided to the Contracting Officer two (2) days after contract award. The Contractor shall provide notice to the Contracting Officer or Government point of contact of any change of the PM or his alternate within 24 hours following the change. The PM or alternate shall be physically available during normal duty hours and able to respond in person within two hours of notification by the Contracting Officer or the Government point of contact if required. The PM or alternate shall be available telephonically at all times for the duration of the performance period.

8.2. The PM and alternate shall read, write, speak, and understand English to the degree that they understand oral and written communications and express themselves in matters pertaining to their duties.

9. CONTRACTOR PERSONNEL STANDARDS:

9.1. Contractor and sub-contractor personnel shall present a neat appearance and be easily recognizable as working for the Contractor. All work under this contract shall be performed in a professional manner. All Contractor personnel performing under the contract shall have training, prior work experience, or demonstrated technical skills required to fulfill the specific contract requirements.

9.2. The Contracting Officer may require the Contractor remove from the work site any employee the Contracting Officer deems incompetent, careless, unsafe or otherwise objectionable. The removal from the job site of a Contractor employee does not relieve the Contractor of the requirement to provide sufficient personnel to perform the work specified in the contract. Drivers shall be licensed in accordance with local laws for the equipment operated.

9.3. Contractor and sub-contractor personnel are subject to background checks conducted by US Embassy or US Army security personnel as part of force protection at the US Governments sole discretion. Failure to pass a background check is justification for revoking an award or terminating the contract.

9.4. The Contractor shall not allow its employees while on duty to possess, sell, consume, or be under the influence of intoxicants, drugs, or substances that produce similar effects, including but not limited to khat.

10. CHANGES TO THE CONTRACT: The only person authorized to make changes to the contract is the Contracting Officer. Failure to notify the Contracting Officer of changes IN ADVANCE of providing service may result in non-payment to the Contractor for work provided outside the scope of this contract. The Contracting Officer shall be notified prior to any additional services/performances necessitating contract modification (that is, those resulting in changes in cost to the Government). The contractor will only take change orders from the Contracting Officer. Purchases or changes from unauthorized persons will result in the contractor not receiving payment for costs incurred.

11. Government point of Contact

11.1. The Contracting Officer will designate in writing the authorized Government point of contact for this contract.

11.2. The Government point of contact will be responsible for monitoring all objectives and ensure the Contractor is adhering to the requirements of the contract. The Government point of contact will also be responsible for reviewing the bills and charges submitted by the Contractor and informing the Contracting Officer of areas where exceptions are to be taken. Multiple Government point of contacts may be necessary based on operations tempo, command guidance or Contracting Officer recommendations.

11.3. The Government point of contact shall provide technical and administrative guidance on a day-to-day basis.

In no way, however, shall any understanding or agreement, modification, change order, or other matter deviating from the term of the contract be authorized by the Government point of contact, or any other US Government personnel, unless formalized by the proper documents executed by the Contracting Officer.

12. iWATCH/iSALUTE Training: The contractor and all associated subcontractors shall brief all employees on the local iWATCH/iSALUTE program (training support will be provided by the requiring activity ATO). This training will be used to inform employees of the types of behavior to watch for and instruct employees to report suspicious activity to the Government point of contact. This training shall be completed prior to employees commencing performance/work, with the results reported to the Government point of contact.

13. US-BASED CONTRACTORS DEPLOYING TO THE USAFRICOM AOR: US based contractors must comply with the theater clearance requirements provided in the Foreign Clearance Guide located at https://www.fcg.pentagon.mil/fcg,cfm. Theater clearance/entry requirements for US based contractors traveling to Africa must be completed prior to travel to the area. The contractor shall submit confirmation of authorized travel to the Contracting Officer. Theater entry requirements can also be found online at http://www.africom.mil/staff-resources/travel-to-africa. U.S. based contractor employees and associated subcontractor employees must receive Government-provided AT awareness training for the area where service is performed, as directed by AR 525-13.

14. SAFETY AND ACCIDENT PREVENTION.

14.1. All accidents, personnel injuries, or equipment accidents or damage shall be reported immediately to the Government point of contact and the KO.

14.2. The Contractor shall formulate and submit, within 15 days after the contract award date, a written safety and health plan for acceptance by the USG. The written plan shall include an overview of the Contractor's safety organization, responsibilities, method of program implementation, and a detailed description of how hazards and deficiencies shall be identified and corrected. It shall detail employee's responsibilities for: protection of Government property and safety of others, employee's responsibilities for reporting all accidents and establish procedures for reporting or correcting unsafe conditions, hazards, or practices. The plan shall also contain accident notification and reporting procedures. The Contractor shall have a central English speaking point of contact (POC) for safety and health related issues. The POC shall be identified in writing to the Government point of contact.

15. REMOVAL OF CONTRACTED EMPLOYEE: The contractor shall remove any employee, as long as the mission is not hindered. The Contractor shall replace the removed employee with another employee with equal or better skills. The removal from the job site of a Contractor employee does not relieve the Contractor of the requirement to provide sufficient personnel to perform the work specified in the contract.

(End SOO)

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