W911SA23Q3087 Solicitation.pdf

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10:00 AM 16 Jun 2023

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INFORMATION CALL:

a. NAME

KRISTINE SCHOLZ

2. CONTRACT NO. 3. AWARD/EFFECTIVE DATE 4. ORDER NUMBER

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30b. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER 30c. DATE SIGNED 31b. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER

30a. SIGNATURE OF OFFEROR/CONTRACTOR 31a.UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

1 27a. SOLICITATION INCORPORATES BY REFERENCE FAR 52.212-1. 52.212-4. FAR 52.212-3. 52.212-5 ARE ATTACHED.X

25. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

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ADDITIONAL SHEETS SUBJECT TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS SPECIFIED.

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. YOUR OFFER ON SOLICITATION

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W6QM MICC FT MCCOY (RC)

KO DIRECTORATE OF CONTRACTIN

BLDG 1108 SOUTH R STREET

FORT MCCOY WI 54656-5142

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RATED ORDER UNDER

DPAS (15 CFR 700)

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81ST READINESS DIVISION (USAR)

81 WILDCAT WAY

COLUMBIA SC 29207-6070

TEL: 910-570-9420 FAX:

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VETERAN-OWNED

SMALL BUSINESS

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BUSINESS

SIZE STANDARD:

1,500

NAICS:

517111

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DELIVER ALL ITEMS SET FORTH OR OTHERWISE IDENTIFIED ABOVE AND ON ANY

COPIES TO ISSUING OFFICE. CONTRACTOR AGREES TO FURNISH AND

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SMALL BUSINESS PROGRAM

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ACCEPTED, AND CONFORMS TO THE CONTRACT, EXCEPT AS NOTED: ______________________________________________________

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W911SA23Q3087

Section SF 1449 - CONTINUATION SHEET

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

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

2. The period of performance is anticipated to be 01 July 2023 to 30 June 2024 (or subsequent date), with four (4) one (1) year options periods, and a six (6) month option to extend services.

3. Quotes shall be emailed to kristine.k.scholz.civ@army.mil. Quotes are due to the Government on or before the date/time listed on the solicitation in central time. It is the contractor’s responsibility to ensure their quote is received by the due date and time. As an Addendum to FAR 52.212-1, contractor shall submit all items in accordance with the Supplemental Information by the solicitation closing date and time. The contractor SHALL provide all required documents with submission of quotes.

Signed SF 1449 Completed information from the Supplemental Information section of the solicitation Completed Price Schedule Attachment Signed Amendments (if applicable)

If all required documents are not provided with the quote submission, your quote MAY NOT be considered for award.

4. If a quote is based on a teaming/partnering relationship or a joint venture, the contractor 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.

5. This procurement is Set Aside as Unrestricted to include large businesses, NAICS Code 517111 with a size standard of 1,500 employees.

6. Prior Contract Information: There is no prior contract for this action.

7. Period for acceptance of quotes. The contractor agrees to hold the prices in its quote firm for 90 calendar days from the date specified for receipt of quotes.

8. Site visit: ***No site visit.

9. Written questions must be furnished to the Government no later 10:00 a.m. central time on 14 June 2023 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, contractors 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.

10. SAM Unique Entity ID: ______________________________.

11. TAXPAYER ID #: ______________________________.

12. CAGE CODE: ______________________________.

13. 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.

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

b. Whether your company is a current or new registrant in the SAM database, your registration must indicate that you are a provider of NAICS 517111, 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.

c. If the prospective awardee for this request for quotes is not actively registered in the SAM database by close of solicitation, including NAICS 517111, 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 contractor.

d. 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. The DFARS provisions in SAM must also be completed by solicitation closing date and time.

e. 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.

14. 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.

15. Contracting Officer: TBD at time of award.

16. Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR): TBD at the time of Award.

17. The Government intends to evaluate quotes and award a contract without discussions. Therefore, the contractor’s initial offer should contain the contractor’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 quotes if such action is in the public interest and waive informalities and minor irregularities in quotes received.

18. 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 quote, the vendor must include the estimated total cost (if any) incurred to comply with the Service Contract Reporting requirement.

19. Post Award Conference: In the event the Contracting Officer decides to conduct a Post Award Conference in accordance with DFARS 242.5, the awardee 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.

20. 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

21. 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.

22. 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 .

23. 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.

24. 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.

Employee Class Monetary Wage -- Fringe Benefits Laborer—Telecommunications

Worker WG-2500; Step 10

25. Required insurance:

The contractor shall provide, within ten (10) calendar days after contract award. The Contractor shall provide the Certificate of Insurance (COI) via email to the Post Award Contracting Officer and Post Award Contract Specialist. The COI shall be updated and sent to the Post Award Team on an annual basis.

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

Workmen’s Compensation As required by state laws

Employer’s Liability Insurance $100,000 per accident General Liability Insurance - Bodily Injury Liability $500,000 per occurrence

Auto Liability Insurance $200,000 per person

Bodily Injury $500,000 per occurrence

Property Damage $20,000 per occurrence Contractor shall require the insurance company to specify contract number in the Description of Operation block of the Certificate of Insurance (COI) and the below statement.

"The policies evidencing required insurance shall contain an endorsement to the effect that any cancellation or any material change adversely affecting the Government's interest shall not be effective- (1) For such period as the laws of the State in which this contract is to be performed prescribe; or (2) Until 30 days after the Insurer or the Contractor gives written notice to the Contracting Officer, whichever period is longer."

26. 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.

27. 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.

28. 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

81st READINESS DIVISION HEADQUARTERS

IT AND TELECOM – NETWORK TELECOM ACCESS SERVICES

PART 1

GENERAL INFORMATION

1. GENERAL: This is a non-personal service contract to provide IT and Telcom – Network Telecom Access Services at the 81st RD HQ, Ft. Jackson, SC. Under the resultant contract, the personnel rendering the services are not subject, either by the contract’s terms or by the manner of its administration, to the supervision and control usually prevailing in relationships between the Government and its employees. The United States (U.S.) Government shall not exercise supervision or control over the Contractor’s employees performing the tasks herein. Such contract employees shall be accountable solely to the Contractor who, in turn shall be responsible to the U.S. Government.

1.1. Description of Services/Introduction: The contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, and other items and non-personal services necessary to perform/deliver Cable TV Transmission (CATV), Wi-Fi, and Internet capabilities as defined in this Performance Work Statement (PWS) except for those items specified as government furnished property (GFP) and government furnished services (GFS). The contractor shall perform to the standards in this contract.

1.2. Background: The 81st RD was established in 2018 at Fort Jackson, SC. It is the supporting headquarters for all Army Reserve units throughout the southeast region, spanning 9-states and 2 US Territories. The 81st RD strives to provide the best-in-class facility services and support for the tenant

Army Reserve commands, units, soldiers, families, and civilians within the region. CATV, Wi-Fi, and Internet connectivity services provide the means to keep Soldiers, and Civilians informed of programs, events, and activities, as well as Force Protection, Readiness Division and crisis communication information during severe weather, mass casualty events or other events in which other forms of communications may be disrupted.

1.3. Scope: The contractor shall be responsible for all personnel labor, parts, travel, installation of infrastructure, distribution system, equipment, devices, hardware and software systems, supplies, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, maintenance, the relocation of equipment and other items necessary to provide Government with TV signals, Internet connectivity, static IPs, digital converter boxes, Wi- Fi signals, wireless devices, service repairs, or any other supplies as necessary to provide services as defined in this Performance Work Statement (PWS) and all applicable laws, rules, and regulations. The Government reserves the right to add and/or remove services as needed. The contractor shall provide non-personal services at the location directed by the Contract Officer Representative (COR), upon receipt of award to include:

• CATV Digital receiver box

• Business basic CATV service

• Business Wi-Fi speeds no less than 2GBps

• Static IP

1.4. Objectives: The objective of this contract is for the contractor to perform IT and Telcom – Network Telecom Access Services in a manner that will accomplish and maintain uninterrupted services connections of CATV, Internet, Wi-Fi, Static IP, as well as connection compatible to existing equipment at locations internal and external of the 81st RD HQ, as defined in the PWS and all applicable laws, rules, and regulations.

1.5. Place of Performance: The work to be performed under this contract will be performed at 81st RD HQ. 81 Wildcat Way, BLDG 1525, Ft. Jackson SC. 29207 (Utilities service address: 1525 Marion AVE, Ft. Jackson, SC, 29207).

1.6. Period of Performance: The period of performance shall be for (1) twelve-month Base Period and four (4) 12-month option periods with an option to extend services for six (6) months. Full performance of this contract shall be no later than (NLT) 30 calendar days of contract performance start date, unless approved by government.

1.7. General Information:

1.7.1. Quality Control Plan (QCP): 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 Terms and Conditions – Commercial Items). 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.

1.7.2. Quality Assurance (QA)The Government shall evaluate the contractor’s performance under this contract in accordance with the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP). This plan is a government only document primarily focused on what the Government must do to assure that the contractor has performed in accordance with the requirements of the contract. The Government reserves the right to inspect or test any supplies or services that have been tendered for acceptance. Non-conforming services shall be re-performed at no increase in contract price. If non-conforming services are recurring, cannot be re-performed, or the services fail to achieve the Performance Requirements Summary (PRS), the Government may reject the nonconforming service(s) and document the contractor’s performance record accordingly. The Government may also issue a Nonconformance Report (NCR) in which the contractor will be required to respond with the development of a corrective action plan (CAP) which identifies the root cause, corrective action (CA) for the root cause, CA for the specific nonconformance, and the date the CAs will be complete. The Government may also reduce the payment to the contractor IAW the PRS or reduce payment to reflect the value of the services performed or may perform the services and charge the Contractor for any related cost incurred and/or may terminate this contract for cause.

1.7.2.1. Non-conforming Supplies or Services: When a contractor’s performance does not meet contract requirements and/or approved work schedules and/or timeframes it is considered non-conformance. Non-conformance shall be classified in one of three categories: level I (Minor), level II (Major) or level III (Critical). The Government may re-inspect work designated for re-performance or late performance.

1.7.2.2. Level I (Minor) non-conformance is defined as a non-conformance that is not likely to materially reduce the usability of the supplies or services for their intended purpose or is a departure from established standards having little bearing on the effective use or operation of the supplies or services.

Minor non-conformance usually can be corrected on the spot, 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 non-conformance report. 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 Contracting Officer (KO).

1.7.2.3. Level II (Major) non-conformance is defined as a non-conformance, other than critical, that is likely to result in failure of the supplies or services, or to materially reduce the usability of the supplies or services for their intended purpose. Recurring Minor non-conformances, or a non-responsive contractor, indicating a trend or failure of the contractor’s quality control, can also be classified as a Major non-conformance. Major non-conformances shall result in the issuance of a written NCR from the KO to the contractor requiring the development of a CAP by the contractor which identifies the root cause, CA for the root cause, CA for the specific non-conformance and the date CAs will be completed.

1.7.2.4. 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 supplies or services; is likely to prevent performance of a vital agency mission; is for a repeated or uncorrected level II NCRs; or is for a non-responsive contractor to a level II NCR. Critical non-conformances shall result in the issuance of a written NCR to the contractor requiring the development of a CAP by the contractor which identifies the root cause, CA for the root cause, CA for the specific non-conformance and the date CAs will be completed.

1.7.3. Recognized Federal Holidays: The following provides information on recognized holidays for the purpose of the PWS. If submittal of any documentation (e.g., deliverables, submittals, etc.) deadlines fall on a holiday, the closest workday prior to the holiday will apply as the deadline for submittal. Work shall not be performed on U.S. federally recognized holidays occurring during the normal workweek unless otherwise directed by the Contracting Officer. When a U.S. holiday occurs on a Saturday or a Sunday, the holiday is observed on the preceding Friday or following Monday, respectively

New Year’s Day 1st day of January Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday 3rd Monday of January Presidents Day 3rd Monday of February Memorial Day Last Monday of May Juneteenth 19th day of June Independence Day 4th day of July Labor Day 1st Monday of September Columbus Day 2nd Monday of October Veterans Day 11th day of November Thanksgiving Day 4th Thursday of November Christmas Day 25th day of December

1.7.4. Hours of Operation: The Contractor shall normally perform work during normal duty hours, Monday thru Friday 7:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. local time except U.S. Holidays identified in paragraph 1.7.3 or when the Government facility is closed due to local or national emergencies, administrative closings, or similar Government directed facility closings. With prior approval, periodic work may be performed other than normal duty hours. Arrangements for work performed during other than normal duty hours shall be made with the COR or Designated Representative (DR).

1.8. Installation Access: The contractor and all associated sub-contractor employees shall provide all information required for background checks necessary to meet installation access requirements. These checks will be accomplished by the installation Provost Marshal Office, Director of Emergency Services or Security Office. The contractor and all associated sub-contractors shall obtain background checks when unescorted access is required for employees without a CAC and associated background investigation.

Contractor workforce must comply with all personal identity verification requirements (FAR clause 52.204- 9, Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel) as directed by DOD, HQDA and/or local policy.

In addition to the changes otherwise authorized by the changes clause of this contract, should the Force Protection Condition (FPCON) at any individual facility or installation change, the Government may require changes in contractor security matters or processes. Contractor employees who will be entering Army-controlled installations or facilities and who do not possess a valid CAC, including subcontractor employees, must present a Federal personal identity verification card or authorized identification issued by state, or local governments.

1.8.1. Access and General Protection Policy and Procedures: FPCON: Contractor workforce must comply with all personal identity verification requirements as directed by DOD, HQDA and/or local policy. In addition to the changes otherwise authorized by the changes of clause of contract, should the US Government Force Protection Condition (FPCON) at any individual installation change, the Government may require changes in contractor security matters or process in accordance with DoDI 2000.16. During FPCONs Charlie and Delta, only contract services that have been deemed “mission essential” by the Government will continue. Contract services will resume when the FPCON is reduced to Bravo or lower.

1.9. Physical Security: The contractor shall be responsible for safeguarding all government equipment, information, and property provided for contractor use. At the close of each work period, government facilities, equipment, and materials shall be secured IAW Army Regulation (AR) 190-13, “The Army Physical Security Program.”

1.9.1.1. Escorts: All contractor employees, and sub-contractor employee shall be escorted in all restricted areas.

1.9.1.2. 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.

1.9.2. Personnel Security Clearance Requirements: Security clearance is not required by as they will be escorted. Their employer must ensure those entering installation has a favorable background investigation.

1.9.3. Drug Free Work Force: The contractor shall follow DOD Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clause 252.223-7004, Drug-free Work Force. Records of drug testing shall be made available to the COR.

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

1.10.1. The Contractor shall attend, participate in, and furnish input to scheduled and unscheduled meetings, conferences, and briefings that relate to the functions and services herein as required by the Government to provide effective communication and impart necessary information. The Contract Manager or designated representative shall attend meetings as requested by the Government. Meeting attendees shall at times include Contractor managerial, supervisory, and other personnel knowledgeable of the subject matter. Meetings may start or end outside of regular duty hours.

1.11. Contracting Officer Representative (COR): The COR will be identified by separate letter or appointment orders. The COR monitors all technical aspects of the contract and assists in contract administration. The COR is authorized to perform the following functions: ensure the Contractor performs the technical requirements of the contract; perform inspections necessary in connection with contract performance; maintain written and oral communications with the Contractor concerning technical aspects of the contract; issue written interpretations of technical requirements, including Government drawings, designs, specifications; monitor Contractor's performance and notifies both the KO and Contractor of any deficiencies; coordinate availability of government furnished property; and provide site entry of Contractor personnel. A letter of designation issued to the COR, a copy of which is sent to the Contractor, states the responsibilities and limitations of the COR, especially with regard to changes in cost or price, estimates, or changes in delivery dates. The COR is not authorized to change any of the terms and conditions of the resulting order.

1.12. Key Personnel: The following contractor personnel are considered key personnel by the government: Program Manager, Accountant/Billing POC, Service Representative single point of contact, Contract Manager and Alternate Contract Manager. The Contractor shall provide a contract manager, who shall be responsible for the performance of the work and an alternate contract manager, who shall act for the Contractor when the manager is absent. The Contract Manager and alternate shall have full authority to act for the contractor on all contract matters relating to daily operation of this contract. The Contract Manager or alternate shall be available Monday through Friday, 7:30 A.M.- 4:00 P.M. EST.

Service technicians shall be available 24/7, 365 days a year. The contractor shall provide the key personnel roster with the names and contact information of all key personnel in writing to the Contracting Officer NLT five (5) calendar days after award notification and as changes occur.

1.13. Identification of Contractor Employees: Contractor employees shall identify themselves as Contractor personnel and shall avoid representing themselves as Government employees. This identification includes meeting attendance, answering Government telephones, email communications, and working in other situations where Contractor status is not obvious. Contractor personnel identification shall be easily identifiable through the display of badges, name tags, lanyards, etc. during performance at all MTF locations. Contractor personnel shall be easily identifiable through the display of badges IAW Contractor Identification (AE Reg. 27-715).

1.13.1. Identification of Contract Employees ID Badge List: The Contractor (to include subcontractors) shall provide each employee an Identification (ID) Badge, which includes at a minimum, the Company Name, Employee Name, job title and a recent color photo of the employee, prior to them entering Government facilities and as changes occur.

1.13.2. Uniform: The Contractor shall ensure that CSP present a clean and professional appearance. The Contractor shall provide a standard uniform for all Contractor and subcontractor employees performing services under this contract, and ensure they wear the uniform during appointed duty hours. The uniform may consist of the same type and color shirt and slacks for all workers. Company logo is required.

1.14. Contractor Personnel Conduct: Contractor personnel’s conduct shall not reflect discredit upon the Government. The Contractor shall ensure that personnel present a professional appearance. The Contractor’s employees shall observe and comply with all local policies and procedures concerning fire, safety, environmental protection, sanitation, security, and possession of firearms or other lethal or illegal weapons or substance. The Contractor is responsible for ensuring that any Contractor employees providing services under this contract conduct themselves and perform services in a professional, safe, and responsible manner. The Contractor shall remove from the job site any employee for reasons of misconduct or security. In accordance with DOD Directive 5500.7-R, “Joint Ethics Regulation”, Contractor employees must avoid improper influence in the execution of their duties under the contract. Particular attention should be paid to acceptance of gifts/ gratuities, and on non-disclosure of sensitive or classified information. The Contractor shall ensure employee conduct complies with 41 U.S. C 423 relative to release of acquisition related information or actions or discussions which may prejudice future competitions. The Contractor shall ensure no Contractor employees conduct political related activities or events on the Installation Facilities. The Contractor shall comply with all DOD and local requirements that establish uniform policies governing smoking in and around Government-owned buildings and vehicles.

The Contractor shall comply with Federal drug-free workplace and requirements IAW FAR 52.223-6 and 252.223-7004. Government rules, regulations, laws, directives, and requirements which are issued during the contract term relating to law and order, Installation administration, and security on the Installation shall be applicable to all Contractor employees or representatives who enter the Installation.

Violation of such rules, regulations, laws, directives, or requirements shall be grounds for removal (permanently or temporarily as the Government determines) from the work site. Removal of employees does not relieve the Contractor from the responsibility for the work defined in this PWS.

1.14.1. Removal by Garrison Commander. The Garrison Commander may, at his/her discretion, bar an individual from the Installation under the authority of 18 USC 1382 (1972), AR 210-10 (Administration), and the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) for conduct determined contrary to good order, discipline, or Installation security.

1.14.2. Removal by Contracting Officer (KO). The Contracting Officer may require the Contractor to remove any employee, working under this contract, for reason of misconduct or security. Contractor employees shall be subject to dismissal from the premises upon determination by the Contracting Officer that such action is necessary in the interest of the Government.

1.14.3. Removal by Installation Police. Contractor employees may be denied entry to the Installation by Military Police if it is determined that such entry may be contrary to good order, discipline, or the security of the Installation. Military Police may remove any Contractor employee from the Installation for reason of misconduct or security.1.6.18 Government and Personal Property. The Contractor shall be responsible for safeguarding US Government (USG) and personal property. The Contractor shall conduct work so that Government property, personnel and work areas shall be protected at all times from inconvenience, damage or injury. In the event of loss or damage of any nature, caused by Contractor operations or employees, due to improper protection, precaution or safety measures, such damages shall be repaired or such property shall be replaced by the Contractor at his expense. In the event the Contractor does not satisfactorily repair or replace such damages, the Government reserves the right to make necessary correction and the Contractor shall reimburse the Government for all labor and materials costs associated with repairs or replacement.

1.15. 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:

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

1.15.2. Mechanical equipment controls for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems shall not be adjusted by contracted workers.

1.15.3. Water faucets or valves shall be turned off after the required usage has been accomplished.

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

1.16. Alteration of Government Facilities: The contractor shall not make alterations to GFF without the prior written approval of DPW, MTF, and Contracting Officer.

1.16.1. The contractor is directly responsible to coordinate for all facility repairs with the COR for coordination and processing.

1.16.2. The contractor shall submit all other facility maintenance, repair, new construction, and major equipment installation requests using DA Form 4283 to the COR for coordination and processing prior to work staring.

1.17. 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. The Contractor shall instruct his employees to immediately inform the building manager of any damages to property resulting from the performance of their duties. The Contractor shall notify the Contracting officer of and the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) of damages caused by Contractor employees. The Contractor shall, at no cost to the Government, repair and return the damaged area to its previous condition. All physical damage will be accessed by 81st RD Facilities Management team prior to the contractor attempting to make repairs. The contractor will be responsible for all cost associated with damage caused by Contractor.

1.17.1. Circumstances to Be Reported: The Contractor or the Contractor’s employees shall report any circumstances of needed repair of the facility or unusual soiling of an area 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 repair reports shall be made immediately upon discovery by the Contractor to the COR or DR via phone or email.

1.18. Data Rights: The Government has unlimited rights to all documents/material produced under this contract. All documents and materials, to include the source codes of any software, produced under this contract shall be Government owned and are the property of the Government with all rights and privileges of ownership/copyright belonging exclusively to the Government. These documents and materials may not be used or sold by the Contractor without written permission from the Contracting Officer. All materials supplied to the Government shall be the sole property of the Government and may not be used for any other purpose. This right does not abrogate any other Government rights.

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

1.20. Advertisement and Social Media: The Contractor shall NOT post information to public website or social media locations, personal or professional, that in any way disclose names, locations, hotel data, participants, discussions, pictures, etc. before, during or after the contract period of performance without the express consent of the Government. The use of propaganda violates DOD Commercial Use of Imagery Guidelines stated at (http://www.defenseimagery.mil/products/DODimagery/commercialuse.html). The Contractor shall not cite any information (e.g., contract information, pictures, locations, etc.) obtained through this contract on any marketing tools to include its company website.

1.21. Information Assurance: At no time will the Contractor or associated sub-contractor employees transmit government documents or information over using methods that do not meet the security requirements specified in the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication (SP) 800-171, "Protecting Controlled Unclassified Information in Nonfederal Information Systems and Organizations" such as personal electronic mail accounts, public digital data storage sites (cloud storage), social media platforms or instant messaging. Approved government sites such as U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Research Development and Engineering Center (ARMDEC) Safe Exchange at https://safe.amrdec.army.mil/SAFE/About.aspx, or All Partners Access Network (APAN) at https://community.apan.org/, or other transmission means determined by the government must be used.

1.22. General Training Requirements: General Anti-terrorism, OPSEC Information, and i Watch: 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 Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel) as directed by DOD, HQDA and/or local policy. In addition to the changes otherwise authorized by the changes clause of this contract, should the Force Protection Condition (FPCON) at any individual facility or installation change, the Government may require changes in contractor security matters or processes.

1.22.1. Anti-Terrorism (AT) Level I Training: This standard language is for contractor employees with an area of performance within an Army controlled installation, facility or area. All contractor employees, to include subcontractor employees, requiring access Army installations, facilities and controlled access areas shall complete AT Level I awareness training within 30 calendar days after contract start date or effective date of incorporation of this requirement into the contract, whichever is applicable. The contractor shall submit certificates of completion for each affected contractor employee and subcontractor employee, to the COR or to the contracting officer, if a COR is not assigned, within 30 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.

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

1.22.3. iWATCH Training: The contractor and all associated subcontractors shall brief all employees on the local iWATCH Army program (training standards provided by the requiring activity ATO).