W911SA-21-Q-3035 Solicitation.docx

W911SA21Q3035

Section SF 1449 - CONTINUATION SHEET

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

1. An Award for this requirement will be made pursuant to FAR 13, Simplified Acquisition Procedures.

2. Quotes shall be emailed to jana.l.knapp.civ@mail.mil. Quotes are due to the Government on or before the time listed above in central time. It is the offerors responsibility to ensure their quote is received by the offer due date and time. Offeror shall submit a signed SF 1449, completed information from the supplemental section and a completed Price Schedule.

3. If an offer is based on a teaming/partnering relationship or a joint venture, the offeror shall provide, with the quote, all required solicitation information for all parties including a copy of the teaming/partnering or joint venture agreement. The agreement shall include information, which identifies the responsibilities for each entity under this contract. The agreement shall demonstrate the relationship between firms and identify contractual relationships and authorities to bind each entity of the teaming/partnering or joint venture relationship.

4. This procurement is Set Aside as 100% Small Business NAICS Code 561730 with a size standard of $8.0 Million.

5. This will be a single award Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) type contract.

6. Period for acceptance of offers. The offeror agrees to hold the prices in its offer firm for 90 calendar days from the date specified for receipt of offers.

7. Site visit: ***A site visit will be held Tuesday, March 9, 2021 at the 10AM (CENTRAL) at the Commemorative location at Fort McCoy, WI.

The POC for the solicitation is Jana Knapp, phone: (608) 388-1253, email: jana.l.knapp.civ@mail.mil

For Site Visit information, see Site Visit clause 52.237-1. Unless you already have a permanent vehicle pass, you will be required to obtain a one-day vehicle pass. You will be required to present the following information: (1) vehicle registration, (2) valid driver’s license, (3) or car rental agreement (if applicable). Attendees at the pre-proposal conference/site visit are cautioned that the Government will not wait for anyone who is late or lost and will not hold another pre-proposal conference/site visit. Remarks, explanations and answers provided by Government representatives before, during and after the site visit shall not change or qualify any of the terms or conditions of the solicitation. The solicitation can only be changed by a formal written amendment issued by the Fort McCoy Contracting Office.

8. Written questions must be furnished to the Government no later 12 March 2021 @ 10:00am local time; in order to ensure a timely response is provided by the solicitation closing date. All questions are to be submitted in writing at the time indicated in the solicitation or they may not be addressed before solicitation closing date; therefore, offerors are advised to submit questions as soon as possible. Please provide your company name, telephone, point of contact, e-mail address, and solicitation number on all questions. The Government will respond to questions via the issuance of an amendment which incorporates the question and the Government’s response.

9. DUNS NUMBER ______________________________.

10. TAXPAYER ID #______________________________.

11. CAGE CODE __________________________________.

12. This requirement is eligible for payment through the GFEBS Supplier Self-Services (SUS) Program. Information on this program can be found in the SUS Attachment. Please indicate if you will participate in this program, if your company receives award.

Yes___________ No ___________

13. The guaranteed minimum is as follows:

CLIN 0001 Pre/Post Evaluation Reports, Quantity of 1

There is no guaranteed minimum beyond the base period.

In accordance with FAR 52.216-22, “Indefinite Quantity”, the quantities specified in the CLINs are estimates only and are not purchased by this contract.

The Government pays only for the actual quantities ordered and received by contract order. The Government reserves the right to order the maximum quantities and is obligated to order only the minimum guarantee.

14. In accordance with 52.216-18:

(a) Any supplies and services to be furnished under this contract shall be ordered by issuance of delivery orders or task orders by the individuals or activities designated in the Schedule. Such orders may be issued prior to the expiration of the contract.

(b) All delivery orders or task orders are subject to the terms and conditions of this contract. In the event of conflict between a delivery order or task order and this contract, the contract shall control.

(c) A delivery order or task order is considered "issued" when—

(1) If sent by mail (includes transmittal by U.S. mail or private delivery service), the Government deposits the order in the mail;

(2) If sent by fax, the Government transmits the order to the Contractor's fax number; or

(3) If sent electronically, the Government either—

(i) Posts a copy of the delivery order or task order to a Government document access system, and notice is sent to the Contractor; or

(ii) Distributes the delivery order or task order via email to the Contractor's email address.

(d) Orders may be issued by methods other than those enumerated in this clause only if authorized in the contract.

15. Ordering Officer: TBD at time of award.

Work required under this contract shall be ordered by issuance of orders by designated Government activities. The activity shown in block 9 of the SF 1449 is authorized to issue orders.

ORDERING OFFICIAL/OFFICER

There will be a designated Ordering Official under this contract, authorized to make purchases up to their designated authority of $25,000, per single known requirement, against this IDIQ contract.

Orders under this threshold will not be issued on an individual Task Order FORM 1449, however, all requirements of the contract award, and all policies and procedures will be applicable to orders by the designated official.

The ordering officials will administer and be the main POC for all orders placed under their authority.

The names and contact information for these individuals will be included in the resultant contract.

The following describes the procedures to be used for ordering items under this contract by using the Federal Government-wide purchase card. This option to order by use of the Government-wide purchase card is strictly an alternative method of ordering by the Government and may be used in place of ordering by other order forms that comply with FAR 12.204. The Government reserves the right to unilaterally terminate the use of the credit card at any time.

All ordering officers may use the Government-wide purchase card, commonly referred to as the Government "credit card," as an alternative method of ordering and paying for purchases made under this contract. Purchase card orders are subject to all terms and conditions of this contract, unless otherwise stated in this provision or another provision or clause in this contract.

The purchase card is specifically designed for use by the Federal Government. The purchase card is like a typical commercial credit card. However, the authorization limitations of the purchase card are more specific, i.e., only for a particular contract, monthly limitations, certain categories of products or services, etc. The purchase card will be exclusively used for official Government purchases in accordance with the prices, terms, and conditions of this contract. The purchase card order limitation shall be $25,000. With respect to ordering authority, only designated Ordering Officers may use the purchase card as a means of purchasing items on this contract.

Credit limits for the purchase card for ordering officers is $25,000. These credit limits for the purchase card are the responsibility of the credit card holder and the approving office.

The contractor shall accept payment via credit card for projects authorized by the ordering officers and that have followed the required policies and procedures within this solicitation and resultant contract.

Invoices for orders placed by the ordering officer will be submitted directly to the ordering officer. However, use of WAWF to create and accept receiving reports is mandatory when the GPC is used as a method of payment against a contract. In order to ensure proper routing of contract transactions paid with the GPC, use the code "CRCARD" in the Pay Official/DoDAAC field. The contractor is required to generate a receiving report in WAWF, and the Government acceptor is required to accept the receiving report in WAWF. The Cardholder is required to verify that acceptance has occurred in WAWF prior to submitting the invoice to the Certifying Official for certification.

16. SYSTEM for AWARD MANAGEMENT (SAM) REGISTRATION: An Active SAM Registration is required of all Department of Defense contractors. SAM registration enables electronic funds transfer of contract payments. If your company is not already actively registered, please register in the SAM database at www.sam.gov. If your company is currently registered and close to expiring, begin/complete the process for SAM registration renewal.

1. A DUNS number is required for SAM registration. If your company does not have a DUNS #, obtain one by calling 800-333-0505.

1. Whether your company is a current or new registrant in the SAM database, your registration must indicate that you are a provider of NAICS 561730, or a NAICS of similar business size, under the Goods – Services section of the registration to be eligible to receive a contract for this solicitation.

1. If the prospective awardee for this request for quotes is not actively registered in the SAM database by close of solicitation, including NAICS 561730, or a NAICS of similar business size, under the Goods – Services section, depending on mission requirements, the government reserves the right to proceed to award to the next otherwise successful actively registered offeror.

1. Within the SAM Representations and Certifications, please ensure you company has selected that you wish to bid on, or currently hold Department of Defense (DoD) issued or DoD funded Contracts.

1. Prospective contractors who have not completed electronic annual representations and certifications at http://www.sam.gov/ in conjunction with required registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) database, shall complete and submit FAR 52.212-3 Alternative 1 Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items and DFARS Representations and Certifications in SAM to be eligible to receive an award for this solicitation.

17. Contract Administrator: TBD at time of award.

If you have questions pertaining to this contract after contract award (i.e. questions regarding delivery, invoice procedures, etc.), please request assistance from the Contract Administrator. Be sure to include the contract number in your request for assistance. Requesting contract administration assistance from any other individual could result in a delayed response.

18. Contracting Officer: TBD at time of award.

19. Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR): To Be Determined at the time of Award.

20. The Government intends to evaluate offers and award a contract without discussions. Therefore, the offeror’s initial offer should contain the offeror’s best terms from a price and technical standpoint. However, the Government reserves the right to conduct discussions if later determined by the Contracting Officer to be necessary. The Government may reject any or all offers if such action is in the public interest and waive informalities and minor irregularities in offers received.

21. Service Contract Reporting (SCR): Contractors will report manpower data relating to the performance of service contracts into the system for Award Management (SAM) (https://sam.gov) consistent with existing service contract reporting requirement under the federal acquisition regulation subpart 4.17- Service Contracts Inventory. SAM will only enable reporting for entities with contract that meet the SCR threshold at FAR 4.1703. As part of its offer, the offeror must include the estimated total cost (if any) incurred to comply with the Service Contract Reporting requirement.

22. Postaward Conference: In the event the Contracting Officer decides to conduct a Postaward Conference in accordance with DFARS 242.5, the successful offeror will be notified and will be required to attend. The Contracting Officer’s notification will include specific details regarding the date, time, and location of the conference, any need for attendance by subcontractors, and information regarding the items to be discussed.

23. ABILITYONE DESIGNATED ITEMS: In accordance with 52.208-9, contractors are referred to the web site of the Committee for Purchase from People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled, the independent federal agency that administers the AbilityOne (formerly Javits-Wagner-O'Day or JWOD) Program for the lists of designated products and services http://abilityone.gov/procurement_list/product_buy.html.

24. In accordance with FAR 52.223-2, Affirmative Procurement of Bio-based Products under Services and Construction Contracts, contractors are required to submit annual bio-based reports to the reporting module in the System for Award Management (SAM) at https://www.sam.gov.

25. The “Equal Employment Opportunity Is The Law” notice (poster) referenced in FAR Clause 52.222-26(b)(3), is located at http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf .

26. In accordance with FAR Clause 52.222-41(g), the contractor must notify each service employee working on this contract of the minimum wage and fringe benefits required to be paid pursuant to this contract, or shall post a copy of the wage determination and Department of Labor Form WH-1313 in a prominent place at the worksite. The applicable wage determination is incorporated into the contract. The WH-1313 poster is located at http://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/sca.htm.

27. In accordance with FAR 52.222-42, In compliance with the Service Contract Labor Standards statute and the regulations of the Secretary of Labor (29 CFR part 4), this clause identifies the classes of service employees expected to be employed under the contract states the wages and fringe benefits payable to each if they were employed by the contracting agency subject to the provisions of 5 U.S.C. 5341 or 5 332.

This Statement is for Information Only. It is not a Wage Determination.

28. Required insurance:

In accordance with FAR clause 52.228-5 entitled, “Insurance--Work on a Government Installation” the following minimum amounts of insurance are required.

Within ten (10) calendar days after contract award, the Contractor shall certify to the Contracting Officer, in writing, that the required insurance has been obtained.

29. Legal compliance: The Contractor shall comply with all Federal, State, and Local Laws, codes and regulations applicable to his performance under this contract, and shall be solely responsible for all costs associated with said compliance.

30. Contract performance:

Purpose. IAW with FAR Subpart 42.1500 contractor past performance information (PPI) is relevant information for future source selection purposes regarding a contractor’s actions under previously awarded contracts. It includes, for example, the contractor's record of conforming to contract requirements and to standards of good workmanship; the contractor's record of forecasting and controlling costs; the contractor's adherence to contract schedules, including the administrative aspects of performance; the contractor's history of reasonable and cooperative behavior and commitment to customer satisfaction; and generally, the contractor's business-like concern for the interest of the customer. Contractor past performance information is one of the tools that support Army efforts to acquire best value and is used to evaluate performance risk in source selection. The feedback provided by the government to the contractor in collecting PPI, and the knowledge that PPI will be used in future source selection decisions, should result in improved performance and a greater contractor focus on customer satisfaction.

Contractor Performance Assessment Reports System (CPARS): CPARS shall be prepared IAW AFARS Subpart 42 upon physical completion of the contract. If the period of performance will exceed 18 months, an “interim” assessment report shall be prepared at the completion of 12 months performance and annually thereafter until the contract is physically complete. An out-of-cycle or “addendum” report may be prepared if there is a need to record an extraordinary event prior to the next regularly scheduled evaluation or if it is necessary to report a meaningful occurrence during the period between physical completion of the contract and contract closeout. Additionally, addendum reports may be prepared to record contractor’s performance relative to contract closeout and other administrative requirements (e.g. final indirect cost proposals, technical data, etc.).

Completion Due Date. The government will complete the CPARS within 60 days after the end of the assessment rating period (if applicable).

Evaluators. The Contracting Officer and the Contracting Officer’s Representative will jointly complete the performance assessment.

Contracts Performance Elements. The contractor’s performance shall be assessed in accordance with elements and rating system set forth in AFARS Subpart 42.

Contractor Review. The Contracting Officer will furnish a copy of the CPARS to the contractor requesting that the contractor submit comments, rebutting statements, and/or additional information to the Contracting Officer within 30 calendar days of receipt. Failure to respond within the designated timeframe will be taken as agreement with the assessment.

Contract Concurrence. Where a contractor concurs with, or takes no exception to a CPARS, such report shall be considered final and releasable for use in source selection and other deliberative purposes.

Contractor Rebuttal. Where a contractor takes exception to a performance report, the Contracting Officer will review the contractor’s rebuttal or comments and make appropriate changes. If the Contracting Officer makes changes, the changed rating will be reflected in the narrative. The Contracting Officer will make all reasonable efforts to reconcile the report and the contractor’s comments. However, it is not necessary that they reach agreement on the report where such is clearly impracticable. The contractor’s rebuttal or comments shall be made part of the CPARS.

Resolving Disagreements between the Government and the Contractor. In the event disagreements between the parties regarding the CPARS occur, the Contracting Officer will review the rebuttal and make appropriate changes. If no agreement is reached, the CPARS is forwarded to the Reviewing Official (Director of Contracting) along with the Contracting Officer’s Findings and Recommendation and supporting documentation. The decision of the Reviewing Official is final. Copies of the CPARS and the contractor’s response and review comments, if any, shall be retained as part of the evaluation.

Release of Contractor Performance Evaluation Information. The evaluation will not be released to other than government personnel and the contractor whose performance is evaluated. The performance evaluation information will be input into the applicable module within Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) database (or Government system in use at time of the evaluation).

Source Selection Information. Departments and agencies will electronically access the CPARS information to support future award decisions.

31. Alternate disputes resolution: In furtherance of Federal policy and the Administrative Dispute Resolution Act of 1990 (ADR Act), Public Law 101-552 and FAR Clause 52.233-1, Subparagraph (d) (2) (1) (B) (2), the Contracting Officer will try to resolve all post award acquisition issues in controversy by mutual agreement of both parties. Interested parties are encouraged to use alternative dispute resolution procedures to the maximum extent practicable, in accordance with the authority and requirements of the ADR Act.

PWS

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

COMMEMORATIVE AREA GROUNDS TREATMENT MAINTENANCE

PART 1

GENERAL INFORMATION

1. General: This is a non-personal services contract to provide grounds treatment maintenance for the Commemorative Area located at Fort McCoy, WI 54656. The Government will 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 Services/Introduction: The Contractor shall provide all personnel, labor, equipment, supplies, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, and other items and non-personal services necessary to perform grounds maintenance services as defined in the Performance Work Statement (PWS), except for those items specified as Government furnished property and services. The contractor shall perform to the standards in this contract.

1.2 Background: The Fort McCoy Commemorative Area currently consists of approximately 12 acres which includes all buildings, drives, walks, and other structures. There are currently 72 artifact display pads – with the average pad surface area dimensions being 21 feet by 26 feet. There are 38 rock flower beds approximately covering 3700 square feet. The remaining areas are of buildings, fences, and improved grounds areas. Refer to map (Attachment 1).

1.3 Objectives: The objective of this contract is for the contractor to perform necessary grounds treatment maintenance services in a manner that will maintain the Artifact Display Pads, Rock Beds, landscape, and improved grounds areas, free of weeds and unwanted vegetation in a condition that presents a clean, neat, and professional appearance as defined in the PWS.

1.4 Scope: The Contractor shall be responsible for performing grounds maintenance treatments for invasive grass control, aeration, fertilization, seeding, grub control, and weed control at the Commemorative Area, encompassing roughly 12 acres in size. The contractor shall perform to the standards and specifications outlined in the PWS. Note that any drawings or maps provided to the Contractor, either before or after the contract is awarded, are for reference purposes only and may not be to scale. Any square footage, or other measurement provided, may be an approximation. It is the sole responsibility of the Contractor to determine or verify the actual site conditions and measurements.

0. Period of Performance: The period of performance shall be for one (1) Base Period and four (4) 12-month option periods. No work will be performed during the week to include the weekend of July 4th, and the week to include the weekend of the Fort McCoy Open House activities (usually the second week/third weekend in May).

1.6 General Information:

1.6.1 Special Qualifications: A Certified and Licensed by the State of Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (WDATCP) pest management Contractor with knowledge of integrated pest management practices shall apply all materials in this contract.

1.6.2 Quality Control: Quality Control is the responsibility of the contractor. The contractor is responsible for the delivery of quality services/supplies to the Government (see FAR 52.212-4, Contractor Inspection Requirements). A formal Quality Control Plan (QCP) is not required for this commercial service. However, the contractor shall maintain an inspection system commensurate with commercial practices to ensure the Contractor only tenders for acceptance those items or services that conform to the requirements of this contract.

1.6.3 Quality Assurance: The Contracting Officer Representative (COR) will evaluate the contractor’s performance under this contract in accordance with the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP). This plan is a Government only document focused on what the COR must do to assure that the contractor has performed in accordance with the performance requirements within this PWS.

1.6.3.1 Non-conforming Services: When a contractor’s performance is identified as unsatisfactory (e.g. does not meet contract PWS requirements and/or work schedules and/or timeframes) it is considered a non-conformance. The contractor shall reply within the specified timeframe upon receipt of a non-conformance report (NCR) from the COR or Contracting Officer (KO). Non-conformance shall be classified in one of three categories:

1.6.3.1.1 Level I (Minor) non-conformance: is defined as a non-conformance that is a departure from established standards having little bearing on the effective use or operation of the services. Minor non-conformance usually can be corrected by the contractor within a short timeframe, where no further corrective action (CA) response is necessary, and can be issued by the COR to the contractor either through a verbal or written NCR. Minor non-conforming services shall be re-performed within a specified time frame at no increase in contract price. If minor non-conformances are recurring or re-performance is not completed in full and within the specified time a Level II non-conformance may be issued to the contractor by the KO.

1.6.3.1.2 Level II (Major) non-conformance: is defined as a non-conformance, other than critical, that is likely to result in failure of services, or to materially reduce the usability of the services for their intended purpose, or it is a recurring Minor non-conformances, or a non-responsive contractor indicating a trend or failure of the contractor’s quality control. Major non-conformance’s shall result in the issuance of a written NCR from the KO to the contractor requiring a response by the contractor by a specified timeframe identifying the reasons for the unsatisfactory performance, corrective action(s) taken and date resolution has/will occur, and procedures to preclude recurrence of unsatisfactory performance. The KO may also reduce the payment to the contractor in accordance with (IAW) the performance requirements summary (PRS), or reduce payment to reflect the value of the services performed if re-performance is not possible, or may have the identified non-conforming service performed and charge the contractor for any related cost incurred.

1.6.3.1.3 Level III (Critical) non-conformance: is defined as a non-conformance that is likely to result in hazardous or unsafe conditions for individuals using, maintaining, or depending upon the services; is likely to prevent performance of a vital agency mission; is for a repeated or uncorrected level II NCR’s; or is for a non-responsive contractor to a level II NCR. Critical non-conformance’s shall result in the issuance of a written NCR from the KO to the contractor requiring a response by the contractor by a specified timeframe identifying the reasons for the unsatisfactory performance, corrective action(s) taken and date resolution has/will occur, and procedures to preclude recurrence of unsatisfactory performance. The KO may also reduce the payment to the contractor IAW the PRS, or reduce payment to reflect the value of the services performed if re-performance is not possible, or may have the identified non-conforming service performed and charge the contractor for any related cost incurred.

1.6.3.2 The contractor will be notified of Government inspection results within 5 business days. The contractor shall acknowledge receipt of the inspection results via email or letter within 2 business days. The contractor may be notified of inspection results verbally or via email. Verbal notifications of defective work will be confirmed in writing. When Government inspectors are unable to contact the contractor to notify the contractor of inspection results, acceptance or rejection of work will be made on the basis of the initial inspection.

1.6.4 Reserved

1.6.5 Federal Government Holidays: Except as noted in the Schedule of Work, work shall not be performed on the following holidays or on holidays observed in lieu thereof. When required services occur on holidays, work will be performed on either the previous or following work day, unless specified otherwise.

1.6.6 Unforeseen Installation Closures: When the Government facility is closed due to local or national emergencies, administrative closings, or similar Government directed facility closing; the Contractor will be notified by the COR of an installation closure. 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. When hiring personnel, the Contractor shall keep in mind that the stability and continuity of the workforce are essential. When an unforeseen installation closure occurs on a regularly scheduled day of work, the Government shall have the following options:

1.6.6.1 To require the Contractor to perform the work on the following day unless the following day is a Saturday or Sunday and routine work is not scheduled for Saturday or Sunday.

1.6.6.2 To reschedule the work on any day satisfactory to both parties.

1.6.6.3 Hours of Operation: The Contractor shall perform this work between the hours of 6:30 AM and 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday except Federal holidays or when the Government facility is closed due unforeseen Installation closures. The Contractor shall coordinate all visits two working days in advance of arriving on site. Rescheduling due to changing weather conditions within the two working days is acceptable. Arrangements for work performed during other than normal duty hours shall be made with the COR.

1.6.7 Conservation of Utilities: The Contractor shall be directly responsible for instructing employees in utilities conservation practices. The Contractor shall be responsible for operating under conditions, which preclude the waste of utilities, which shall include but shall not necessarily be limited to:

1.6.7.1 Water Utility is available for contractor use. Water faucets or valves shall be turned off after the required usage has been accomplished. When water is used for irrigation of grounds for site restoration repairs performed by the Contractor, the Contractor shall be responsible to ensure overwatering does not occur.

1.6.7.2 Lights shall be used only in areas where and at the time when work is actually being performed.

1.6.7.3 Government telephones shall be used by Contractor employees only for emergencies.

1.6.8 Damages Caused by the Contractor: The Contractor shall be held accountable and liable to the Government for any damages to Government facilities, furnishings, equipment or grounds caused by the Contractor or his employees. Special care must be given to the asphalt surface areas when unloading or re-loading tools, equipment and materials, and situations where existing grass could be damaged or destroyed by over spray etc. The COR will designate an authorized staging area when performing all scheduled services. The Contractor shall instruct his employees to immediately inform the COR of damages to property resulting from the performance of their duties.

1.6.8.1 The contractor shall be responsible for situations where existing property and grounds would be damaged or destroyed due to application methods of treatment chemicals. For example, grass damaged/destroyed would constitute removal of damaged / contaminated sod and sub-surface top soil; replace the damaged area with new (high quality) top soil and sod; watering areas until new sod has rooted and is established. The contractor would need to remove the damaged or contaminated soil/sod and transport said material off the installation for disposal.

1.6.9 Parking for Contractor Vehicles: Contractor employees shall park the Contractor’s vehicles during the times and in the area designated by the COR.

1.6.10 Circumstances to Be Reported: The Contractor or the Contractor’s employees shall report any circumstances which may affect the performance of the work, present unhealthy or hazardous conditions, or create any delays or interference with the work caused by the employees of the Government. Such report shall be made immediately upon discovery by the Contractor to the COR.

1.6.11 Security and Fire Protection: In case of emergency, dial 911 from any base phone. The Contractor may call the Fort McCoy Police at 388-2000 or Fire Department at 388-2508 for assistance while performing services and or requirements under this contract.

1.6.12 Emergency Medical Treatment: In the event of a severe emergency during hours of operation, call 911 for response and transport, if necessary, to an emergency medical facility. The Contractor or their employees shall immediately notify their supervisor of any accident requiring emergency medical treatment.

1.6.13 The Contractor shall have competent personnel trained and capable of dealing with minor personnel injuries. The Contractor or their employees shall immediately notify their supervisor of any accident requiring emergency medical treatment. The Contractor shall notify the KO or COR, by phone call, within 30 minutes of the incident.

1.6.14 Traffic Accidents: If the contractor is involved in a traffic accident, the contractor shall notify the Directorate of Emergency Services (DES) immediately at 608-388-2000, and provide the Installation Safety Office at 608-388-6451, a verbal report within four (4) hours and a complete written report of each occurrence within three (3) working days of each occurrence. The contractor is responsible for all tickets, fees, and other costs associated with traffic violations or accidents that are incurred by the contractor, while performing work under this contract. DES contact numbers: Ambulance/Fire/Police Emergencies. 9-1-1; Law Enforcement Non-Emergency.608-388-2000.

1.6.15 Hazardous Materials: The Contractor shall maintain onsite and have readily available an inventory listing of all hazardous materials used onsite. Safety Data Sheets (SDS) will be maintained and readily available for any chemicals or hazardous materials used onsite. It is the Contractor’s responsibility to properly train his personnel on the existence and safe use and storage of chemicals and hazardous materials.

1.6.16 Loss of Contractor Property: The Government will not be held liable for any loss of supplies or equipment owned by the Contractor; nor the loss of any personal property belonging to employees of the Contractor.

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

1.6.18 Contracting Officer Representative (COR): The COR will be identified by a separate letter and in the Supplemental Information of the contract. 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 notify both the Contracting Officer and Contractor of any deficiencies; coordinate availability of Government furnished property. 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.

1.6.19 Key Personnel: The following personnel are considered key personnel by the government: designated Point Of Contact (POC) and an alternate Point of Contact: The Contractor shall provide a designated POC who shall be responsible for the performance of the work required under the specifications of this contract NLT 5 business days after contract award and as changes occur. The name and contact information of the POC and an alternate, who shall act for the contractor when the POC is absent, shall be designated in writing to the COR. The POC or alternate shall have full authority to act for the contractor on all contract matters relating to daily operation of this contract. The POC or alternate shall be available between 6:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday thru Friday, except Federal holidays or when the government facility is closed for administrative reasons. The POC(s) and alternates shall be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.

1.6.20 The POC shall meet with COR to discuss immediate problems areas. The POC shall respond by phone or email to the COR within two (2) hours after notification of deficiencies and correct the deficiency(s) the next business day. The Contractor shall provide the telephone number and email of the POC to the COR.

1.6.21 Identification of Contractor Employees: The Contractor (to include subcontractors) shall provide each employee an Identification (ID) Badge, which includes at a minimum, the Company Name, Employee Name and a recent color photo of the employee. ID Badges for Key Personnel shall also indicate their job title. ID Badges shall be worn at all times during which the employee is performing work under this contract. Each Contractor (to include subcontractors) employee shall wear the ID Badge in a conspicuous place on the front of exterior clothing and above the waist except when safety or health reasons prohibit. The Contractor shall be responsible for collection of ID Badges upon completion of the contract or termination of an employee. An ID Badge list shall be submitted by email to the COR NLT 5 calendar days prior to the contract start date and updated NLT 5 calendar days prior to new employees commencing performance under this contract when personnel changes occur. 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.

1.6.22 The contractor shall provide all information required for background checks on Fort McCoy forms 451 and 452 (See Attachments Section 7). Contractors shall complete and submit FM forms 451 and 452 to the COR no later than seven (7) calendar days prior to the required entry date requirement for each employee. Contractor personnel performing work under this contract shall submit to a National Crime Information Center Interstate Identification Index (NCIC-III) Criminal History Check before access will be granted to Fort McCoy. Once the individual has cleared the criminal history they will be issued an Installation Access Card (IAC). An unfavorable NCIC-III Criminal History Check will result in the contractor being denied access to the installation and a waiver request must be approved prior to gaining access. For waiver approval process coordinate with the installation physical security office. For more information please contact the Installation Physical Security Section at 608-388-8445/2010/4694 or 3794.

Information required for Criminal History Check:

• Full Name, Including middle name(s)

• Sex

• Date of Birth

• Driver’s License information

• Issuing State

• Beginning and End date

• Access Hours

• Work location

• Company Name

• Position (i.e. Construction)

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

1.7.1. Access and General Protection/Security Policy and Procedures: The contractor and all associated subcontractors’ employees shall provide all information required for background checks to meet installation access requirements to be accomplished by 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. The contractor and all associated subcontractors’ employees shall also 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). 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. The Government may require monthly participation in the Installation Random Antiterrorism Program.

1.7.2 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 calendar days after contract start date, new employee hire, 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 contracting officer, if a COR is not assigned, within 60 calendar days after completion of training by all employees and subcontractor personnel. AT level I awareness training is available at the following website: http://jko.jten.mil

1.7.3 iWATCH Training. All Contractor employees, including subcontractor employees, to be briefed on the local iWATCH program (training standards provided by the requiring activity Anti-terrorism Officer (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 to be completed within 30 calendar days of Award and within 30 calendar days of new employees commencing performance with the results reported to the COR no later than 60 calendar days after Award.

1.7.4 Activity Regulations for Contractor Access and Use of Premises

1.7.4.1 Follow all current Army Security Regulations concerning strict visitor control and preservation of all Government assets. Immediately report all security concerns to the COR, who will notify the Security Office.

1.7.4.2 The Contractor shall adhere to requirements as directed in Federal Acquisition Regulation – 52.222-54; Employment Eligibility Verification. Contractors shall be enrolled in the Department of Homeland Security E-Verify Program. Information on registration for and use of the E-Verify program can be obtained via the Internet at the Department of Homeland Security Web site: http://www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.

1.7.4.3 The Contractor shall ensure that its employees entering Army-controlled installations or facilities have obtained access badges and passes in accordance with facility regulations and that these badges and passes are obtained in advance so as not to delay the accomplishment of contracted services.

1.7.4.4 The Contractor shall comply with all personnel identity verification procedures. Employees must be accompanied by an authorized Government employee at all times while providing services in secure areas.

1.7.4.5 During Force Protection Conditions (FPCON) Charlie and Delta, services are discontinued and services shall resume when the FPCON level is reduced to level Bravo or lower.

1.7.5 Lost and Found Property: It is the responsibility of the Contractor to ensure that all items of possible personal or monetary value found by the Contractor’s employees are turned in to the Contracting Officer Representative (COR).

PART 2

DEFINITIONS & ACRONYMS

2. Definitions and Acronyms:

2.1 Definitions: As used throughout this performance work statement, the following terms shall have the meaning set forth below:

2.1.1 Business Day: Shall mean any day banking transactions can be conducted in New York City, NY, USA and does not include any day which is a federal or state holiday in such location.

2.1.2 Contract Administrator. The official Government representative delegated authority by the Contracting Officer to administer a contract. This individual is normally a member of the appropriate Contracting/Procurement career field and advises on all technical contractual matters.

2.1.3 Contractor. A supplier or vendor awarded a contract to provide specific supplies or services to the government. The term used in this contract refers to the prime.

2.1.4 Contracting Officer (KO). A person with the authority to enter into, administer, and/or terminate contracts, and make related determinations and findings on behalf of the government. Note: The KO is the only individual who can legally bind the Government.

2.1.5 Contracting Officer's Representative (COR). An employee of the U.S. Government appointed by the KO to administer the contract. Such appointment shall be in writing and shall state the scope of authority and limitations. This individual has authority to provide technical direction to the Contractor as long as that direction is within the scope of the contract, does not constitute a change, and has no funding implications. Note: This individual does NOT have authority to change the terms and conditions of the contract.

2.1.6 Cultivated Areas. Any area of earth within the boundaries of the facility that has been improved or intentionally planted such as: mulched areas, flower beds, hedge rows, or parking lot green spaces.

2.1.7 Defective Service. A service output that does not meet the standard of performance associated with the PWS.

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

2.1.9 Designated Representative. A Government employee or Contractor employee performing duties in the position of Facility Coordinator (FC) or Acting Facility Coordinator or otherwise approved by the COR to assist the COR with duties such as coordinating schedules with Contractors to perform work at a facility, provide facility access to Contractors, and perform inspection of Contractor’s work and provide results of their inspections back to the COR, both orally and in writing. A Designated Representative does not have the authority to assign work to Contractors or discuss Contractor performance issues; but may discuss these issues with the COR for potential further action. The only individuals with the authority to discuss Contractor performance issues are warranted Contracting Officers and Contracting Officer Representatives specifically delegated this authority by a warranted KO via an appointment letter.

2.1.10 Government-Furnished Property (GFP), Government-Furnished Equipment (GFE), or Government-Furnished Facility (GFF). Property or area in the possession of, or directly acquired by, the Government and subsequently made available to the Contractor.

2.1.11 His/Her. Wherever used in the Performance Work Statement, the term “his” is meant to be synonymous with “her” unless otherwise stated. The same shall be true for him and her.

2.1.12 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.

2.1.13 Mechanically remove (vegetation). Means utilizing physical activity to remove or inhibit the growth of unwanted vegetation. Mechanical, or manual, vegetation control techniques manage vegetation populations through physical methods that remove, injure, kill, or make the growing conditions…