A01_PWS.doc

Performance Work Statement (PWS)

Instron Calibrations and Maintenance

26 March 2018

C.1 Background

The Army Research Laboratory owns (17) INSTRON Material Test Systems that require calibration and maintenance. The INSTRON testing systems are located at the Aberdeen Proving Ground, in Aberdeen, Maryland. The testing systems consist of seven (8) 55R series electro mechanical frame, six (6) 88R series servo hydraulic frame, one (1) 8803 series servo hydraulic frame, one (1) 5985 series electro mechanical frame, and two (1) 8871 series servo hydraulic frame. Within the 18 test frames, there are fifty (53) force transducers, seventeen (17) displacement transducers, and one (1) extensometer

C.2 Objective

C.2.1 Calibrations

C.2.1.1 The Contractor shall calibrate the fifty (53) affixed force transducers located on the seventeen (17) test frames. The Contractor shall ensure the force transducers are remounted and realigned to the recommended test frame based on the actuator capacity. The Contractor shall ensure that the calibrations comply with National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) calibration standards.

C.2.1.2 The Contractor shall calibrate the seventeen (17) affixed displacement transducers located on the sixteen (16) test frames according to NIST calibration standards.

C.2.1.3 The Contractor shall provide a signed and dated calibration certificates to the Technical Point of Contact (TPOC) indicating verification of calibration for all (53) force transducers, (18) displacement transducer and (1) extensometer. Contractor shall indicate a 18 month calibration due date from date of completion per NIST calibration standards

C.2.2 Maintenance

C.2.2.1 The Contractor shall conduct maintenance for the seventeen (17) load test frames, which encompasses the eight (8) Electrical-Mechanical load test frame and the eight (9) Servo Hydraulic load test frames, in accordance with current INSTRON test standards

C.2.2.1.1 The Contractor shall check visual and mechanical checks the plumbing lines/junctions on all eight (8) load test frames for oil and water leaks at operating pressure. The Contractor shall conduct these checks at a minimum of 3000 pound per square inch (psi) system pressure. The Contractor shall correct any leaks to ensure full functionality of the test frame. (Routine Maintenance services do not include material repairs, only exposure and guidance towards repairs if required. Any material repairs would be handled separately from this contract.)

C.2.2.1.2 The Contractor shall ensure the full functionality of INSTRON emergency stop buttons. The Contractor shall rectify any malfunctions of the buttons and ensure the buttons are fully functional. (Routine Maintenance services do not include material repairs, only exposure and guidance towards repairs if required. Any material repairs would be handled separately from this contract.)

C.3 Government Furnished Property

C.3.1 The Government will provide hydraulic oil, re-circulating cooling and electric power as Government Furnished Property.

C.4 Distribution Statement A: Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited.

C.5 Antiterrorism and OPSEC Review – Required Paragraphs for Contract Document Submissions:

C.5.1 Access and general protection/security policy and procedures. This standard language is for contractor employees with an area of performance within Army controlled installation, facility, or area. 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 Identify Verification of Contractor Personnel) as directed by DoD, HODA 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.

C.5.2 For contractors that DO NOT require CAC, but require access to a DoD facility or installation. Contractor and all associated sub-contractors employees shall comply with adjudication standards and [Procedures using the National Crime Information Center Interstate Identification Index (NCIC-I11) 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.

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