Sol. Amendmesnt W911SG24R0005-0002.pdf

W911SG24R0005

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

Except as provi ded herei n, all t erms and condit ions of t he document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remai ns unchanged and in ful l force and effect .

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

30-105-04EXCEPTION TO SF 30

APPROVED BY OIRM 11-84

ST ANDARD FORM 30 (Rev. 10-83) Prescr ibed by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

1. To extend the proposal due date to 23 April 2024 NLT 12:00 p.m. M.S.T.

2. Added revised Statement of Work to Section 0800: Special Contract Requirements.

3. All other terms and conditions remain the same.

1. CONTRACT ID CODE P AGE OF P AGES

J 1 20

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

16C. DAT E SIGNED

BY 19-Apr-2024

16B. UNITED ST AT ES OF AMERICA15C. DATE SIGNED15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

(Signature of Contract ing Officer)(Signature of person author ized t o sign)

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., Street, Count y, Stat e and Zip Code) X W911SG24R0005

X 9B. DAT ED (SEE IT EM 11)

08-Mar-2024

10B. DAT ED (SEE IT EM 13)

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITAT ION NO.

11. THIS IT EM ONLY APPLIES T O AMENDMENT S OF SOLICITATIONS

X The above numbered soli cit ati on i s amended as set forth in It em 14. The hour and date specified for rece ipt of Offer X is ext ended, is not extended.

Offer must acknowl edge rece ipt of t his amendment pri or to the hour and date specified in the sol ici tat ion or as amended by one of t he fol lowing methods:

(a) By compl eti ng Items 8 and 15, and returning 1 copi es of the amendment ; (b) By acknowledgi ng recei pt of thi s amendment on each copy of t he offer submit ted;

or (c) By s epara te let ter or t elegram whi ch i ncludes a refe rence t o t he s olic ita tion and amendment numbers . FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE P LACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS P RIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SP ECIFIED MAY RESULT IN

REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of thi s amendment you desire t o change an offer already submit ted, s uch change may be made by t elegram or let ter, provided each t elegram or l ett er makes re ference to the sol ici tat ion and this amendment , and is received prior to the openi ng hour and dat e speci fi ed.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DAT A (If required)

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

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

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

CONT RACT ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

B. T HE ABOVE NUMBERED CONT RACT /ORDER IS MODIFIED T O REFLECT THE ADMINIST RATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.) SET FORT H IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO T HE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(B).

C. T HIS SUPPLEMENT AL AGREEMENT IS ENT ERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OT HER (Specify type of modification and authorit y)

E. IMPORTANT: Contract or is not, is required to sign this document and return copies t o the issuing office.

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

10A. MOD. OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

2. AMENDMENT/ MODIFICATION NO. 5. P ROJECT NO.(If appli cable )

6. ISSUED BY

3. EFFECTIVE DATE

19-Apr-2024

CODE

MICC - FORT BLISS (919TH CBN)

111 PERSHING RD

FT BLISS TX 79916

W911SG 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other t han item 6)

4. REQUISITION/P URCHASE REQ. NO.

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See I tem 6

FACILITY CODECODE

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SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION 00010 - SOLICITATION CONTRACT FORM

The following have been modified:

INSTRUCTIONS TO THE OFFERORS

1. POINT OF CONTACT (POC):

Dominic P. Tacla, Contract Specialist Tel: (915) 568 – 9007 Email: dominic.p.tacla.civ@army.mil

2. COMPETITION REQUIREMENTS: This procurement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside acquisition.

3. SITE VISIT: The Government has scheduled a one day site visit at Fort Bliss, TX at 10:00 a.m. MST on 25 March 2024.

a. We will meet at the (parking lot):

919TH Mission & Installation Contracting Command – Fort Bliss 111 Pershing Rd. Fort Bliss, TX 79916.

Please arrive early enough to facilitate going through either access control point (Cassidy Gate) to receive a vehicle pass. You will need to provide a driver’s license, vehicle registration and proof of insurance in order to receive a vehicle security pass. The purpose of the site visit is to provide the contractor insight into the job requirements.

b. Contractors who wish to attend the site visit shall provide the name(s), company name, position title, telephone number, email address and mailing address of all attendees via email to Dominic.p.tacla.civ@army.mil no later than 2:00 p.m. MST on 22 March 2024.

c. The site visit is limited to a maximum of two (2) attendees per company. Contractor representatives should be prepared to furnish identification if requested.

d. Individual or group questions will not be answered during the site visit. Potential offerors may submit written questions in accordance with number 4 (below) of these instructions to offerors section.

Note: Remarks and explanations made by the Government representatives during the course of the site visit, whether orally or in writing, shall not change or qualify any of the terms or conditions of this solicitation. The solicitation can only be changed by a formal, written amendment issued by the Contracting Officer (KO).

4. REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI): All offeror inquiries or questions shall be submitted in writing electronically at dominic.p.tacla.civ@army.mil no later than 27 March 2024 by 4:00 p.m. MST. An amendment will then be issued with all questions and answers.

**After the due date no additional RFI’s will be answered**

5. PROPOSAL DUE DATE: Proposals are due no later than 12:00 p.m. MST on 23 April 2024. Proposals shall be emailed to dominic.p.tacla.civ@army.mil. Proposals SHALL include the following in order to be considered (failure to include all line items shall be subject for rejection of the offer):

a. Cover sheet on company letterhead with your UIE number, CAGE code, Tax ID, and primary point of contact information;

b. Signed and completed Standard Form 1442 along with any amendments;

c. Project Schedule per Evaluation Factors.

Please note that all correspondence via e-mail shall contain a subject line that reads, “LAN Drops Installation for Bldg. 1660, W911SG-24-R-0005, Company Name”. If sending attachments via e-mail, ensure only .pdf, .doc or .xls documents are sent. In the body of the email please ensure to list the number of attachments submitted. It is the Contractor’s responsibility to verify all emails along with all attachments are received by the Contract Specialist listed above.

6. SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT (SAM): Offeror must be registered in the database IAW FAR 52.204-7 in order to be awarded a contract and have the applicable NAICS code listed in FAR 52.219-1(c), Small Business Program Representations, Representations.

EVALUATION FACTORS

EVALUATION FACTORS FOR AWARD

The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation using the evaluation method “Lowest Price Technically Acceptable.” This method is appropriate when best value is expected to result from selection of the technically acceptable offer with the lowest evaluated reasonable price. Offers will be evaluated for acceptability but not ranked using the non-price factors. Evaluation factors that establish the requirements of acceptability are set forth below. Award will be made on the basis of the lowest evaluated reasonable price of proposals meeting the acceptability standards for non-price factors (FAR 15.101-2). The Government intends to evaluate proposals and award a contract without discussions with offerors (except clarifications as described in FAR 15.306(a)). Therefore, the offeror's initial proposal should contain the offeror's best terms from price and technical. The Government reserves the right to conduct discussions if the Contracting Officer later determines them to be necessary. The Government reserves the right to waive informalities and minor irregularities in offers received. If a minor clerical error has occurred, then the offeror may be given an opportunity to correct the minor error within the constraints of the "clarifications" process.

This solicitation is for a firm, fixed price construction contract. Award shall be made to the technically acceptable offer that provides the lowest reasonable price. The Government intends to award a contract to one offeror deemed responsible in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR 9.1).

Offerors are required to submit technical proposals addressing the Evaluation Factors identified. The procurement is being conducted utilizing the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection process in accordance with FAR 15.101-2. Proposal will be evaluated for acceptability, but not ranked, using the non-price evaluation factors. Award will be made on the basis of the lowest evaluated reasonable price of proposals meeting the acceptability standards for non-price factors. There shall be no trade-offs. Offers evaluated as not Technically Acceptable will not be eligible for award, regardless of price.

The proposal must set forth full, accurate and complete information as required by the solicitation. The Government will rely on such information for the award of the contract. By submission of the offer, the Offeror agrees that all items proposed will be utilized for the duration of the contract and any substitutions will require prior Contracting Officer's approval. The offeror shall be held responsible for the validity of all information supplied in the proposal, including the information provided by potential subcontractors. Should subsequent investigation disclose that the facts and conditions were not as stated, the proposal may be rejected.

To assure timely and equitable evaluation of proposals, offerors must follow the instructions contained herein.

Offerors are required to meet all solicitation requirements, including terms and conditions, representations and certifications, and technical requirements, in addition to those identified as evaluation factors. Offerors must clearly identify any exception to the solicitation terms and conditions and provide complete accompanying rationale. The response shall consist of two (2) separate parts; Part I –Technical Proposal - Part II - Price Proposal.

The Government’s technical evaluation team will evaluate the technical proposals on an acceptable or unacceptable basis, assigning one of the ratings described below for each subfactor. Any subfactor evaluated as “Unacceptable” will render the entire proposal unacceptable and, therefore, unawardable.

Only those proposals determined to be technically acceptable, at time of award, will be considered for award.

However, the offeror is reminded that the Government reserves the right to award this effort based on the initial proposal, as received, without discussion.

Rating Description

Acceptable Proposal clearly meets the minimum requirements for the solicitation

Unacceptable Proposal does not clearly meets the minimum requirements for the solicitation

This solicitation requires the evaluation of price and the following non-price factors:

Factor 1: Technical – Evaluation of this factor will be based on the offeror's submission of a project schedule that demonstrates the offeror's understanding of the work requirement including estimated timeframes for ordering supplies and completing construction.

Factor 2: Price – Prices will be evaluated for reasonableness through a comprehensive comparison of each proposal received. Reasonableness will be determined based on prices submitted by the competition, current market conditions, and comparison to the Government estimate. Prices will also be evaluated to determine if they are either excessive or insufficient for the effort to be accomplished, and for any unbalanced areas within the offeror's pricing proposal. A price that is too low or too high may endanger the proposal's opportunity for award of a contract. Each proposal shall be evaluated to ensure that all information provided in the RFP has been addressed, is accurate and complete.

SECTION 00100 - BIDDING SCHEDULE/INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

The following have been added by reference:

52.214-34 Submission Of Offers In The English Language APR 1991 52.214-35 Submission Of Offers In U.S. Currency APR 1991 52.215-1 Instructions to Offerors--Competitive Acquisition NOV 2021 52.215-1 Alt II Instructions to Offerors--Competitive Acquisition (NOV

2021) - Alternate II

OCT 1997

SECTION 00700 - CONTRACT CLAUSES

The following have been added by reference:

52.223-19 Compliance with Environmental Management Systems MAY 2011 52.232-17 Interest MAY 2014 52.232-27 Prompt Payment for Construction Contracts JAN 2017 52.233-1 Alt I Disputes (May 2014) - Alternate I DEC 1991 52.236-7 Permits and Responsibilities NOV 1991

The following have been deleted:

52.232-27 Prompt Payment for Construction Contracts JAN 2017 52.232-39 Unenforceability of Unauthorized Obligations JUN 2013 52.232-40 Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business

Subcontractors

MAR 2023

52.236-7 Permits and Responsibilities NOV 1991 252.203-7000 Requirements Relating to Compensation of Former DoD

Officials

SEP 2011

252.203-7002 Requirement to Inform Employees of Whistleblower Rights DEC 2022 252.203-7005 Representation Relating to Compensation of Former DoD

Officials

SEP 2022

252.204-7003 Control Of Government Personnel Work Product APR 1992 252.204-7015 Notice of Authorized Disclosure of Information for Litigation

Support

JAN 2023

252.232-7003 Electronic Submission of Payment Requests and Receiving Reports

DEC 2018

SECTION 00800 - SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

The following have been added by full text:

STATEMENT OF WORK

STATEMENT OF WORK BLDG 1660 Communications Infrastructure

PART 1 GENERAL INFORMATION

1. General. The Contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, and other items and non-personal services necessary to install the data and voice communications infrastructure in building (BLDG) 1660 as defined in this Statement of Work (SOW).

1.1. Background. BLDG 1660 needs additional network drops to support the mission in the building.

1.2. Objectives. Contractor shall install inside plant communications infrastructure. This install may require 2-inch conduits to install data/phone cables with user end surface mount boxes. Inside Plant (ISP).

1.3. Scope. The project will require ISP and PA (Proprietary Approval) to drill into building walls for the data cables. The building is requiring fourteen (14) CAT6 LAN drop consisting of fourteen (14) cable for data and utilizing the Fort Bliss color code; green

CAT 6 plenum rated cable for Data in 1-inch EMT at the user end. The building will also require fourteen

(14) RJ45 jack with the faceplate.

1.3.1 Contractor shall install grounding with correct hardware material and attaching the proper size American Wire Gauge (AWG) cable lead from the Bus bar.

Cable tray, racks and conduits will need to be grounded and bonded in accordance with IAW I3A standards.

1.3.2 The Contractor shall install the LAN drop, and install the associated material

IAW the Installation, Information, Infrastructure Architecture (I3A) and UFC-3- 580-01 technical criteria. The contractor will need to run one (1) 2-inch EMT conduit to the specified location (see diagram for location). Install the LAN drop in 2-inch EMT conduit at the specified location indicated using CAT6 plenum rated cable. Green CAT6 for data / Gray CAT6 for voice with the use of the color specified CAT 6 jacks to meet I3A and BISCI installation guidelines. The Contractor shall install and terminate all cables on the patch panels in the communication room (see diagram for location). Fire-stop all wall penetrations, openings, and EMT wherever needed. All equipment shall be labeled; this includes any existing and new equipment installed. Label everything IAW per I3A.

1.3.3 NETWORK EQUIPMENT: N/A.

1.4. Estimated Completion Time. The Allotted time to complete the project shall be 30 business days from the Notice to Proceed (NTP) being awarded to the finalization of installation.

1.5. Quality Control. Quality Control is the responsibility of the Contractor. The Contractor is responsible for the delivery of quality services to the Government [see Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) 52.246-1, Contractor Inspection Requirements].

1.6. The Contractor shall develop, implement, and maintain an effective Quality Control

System which includes a written Quality Control Plan (QCP). The QCP shall implement standardized procedure/methodology for monitoring and documenting contract performance to ensure all contract requirements are met. The Contractors’ QCP must contain a systematic approach to monitor operations to ensure acceptable services are provided to the Government. The QCP, as a minimum, shall address continuous process improvement;

procedures for scheduling, conducting and documentation of inspection; discrepancy identification and correction; corrective action procedures to include procedures for addressing Government discovered non-conformances; procedures for root cause analysis to identify the root cause and root cause corrective action to prevent re-occurrence of discrepancies; procedures for trend analysis; procedures for collecting and addressing customer feedback/complaints. The Contractor shall provide to the Government their quality control documentation with the proposal; changes to the QCP after award shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer (KO) and COR within five (5) working days prior to the proposed changes thereafter. After acceptance of the quality control plan the contractor shall receive the KOs acceptance in writing of any proposed change to their QC system in regard to this contract.

1.6.1 Corrective Actions. At any time, it is determined by the KO that the quality control system, personnel, instructions, controls, tests, or records are not providing results which conform to contract requirements; action shall be taken by the Contractor to correct the deficiency.

1.7. Quality Assurance.

1.7.1 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 Statement of Work of this contract. It defines how the performance standards will be applied, the frequency of surveillance, and the minimum acceptable deficiency rate.

1.7.2 Post Award Conference/Periodic Progress 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 KO, COR, and other Government personnel, as appropriate, may meet periodically with the Contractor to review the Contractor's performance. At these meetings the KO shall apprise the Contractor of how the Government views the Contractor's performance and the Contractor shall apprise the Government of problems, if any, being experienced. Appropriate action shall be taken to resolve outstanding issues. These meetings shall be considered into the overall contract price.

1.8. Hours of Operation.

1.8.1 Normal Duty Hours. The Contractor is responsible for conducting business, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. thru 4:30 p.m., Monday thru Friday except on Federal holidays or when the Government facility is closed due to local or national emergencies, administrative closings, or similar Government directed facility closings. For other than firm fixed price contracts, the Contractor shall 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 SOW 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.

1.8.2 Federal Government Holidays.

New Years Day 1st day of January Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday 3rd Monday of January Presidents Day 3rd Monday of February Memorial Day Juneteenth

Last Monday of May 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

1.9. Place of Performance. The work to be performed under this contract shall be performed at

BLDG 1660, Ft Bliss TX 79918.

1.10. Type of Contract. The Government will award a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Contract.

1.11. Security.

1.11.1 Physical Security. The Contractor shall be responsible for safeguarding all Government equipment, information and property provided for Contractor use IAW AR 190-13, The Army Physical Security Program. At the close of each work period, Government facilities, equipment and materials shall be secured.

1.11.2 AT Level I Training. All Contractor employees, including sub-contractor employees, requiring access to Army installations, facilities, or controlled access areas shall complete Antiterrorism (AT) Level I awareness training within five (5) working days after contract start date or effective date of incorporation of the requirement into the contract, whichever applies. The Contractor shall submit Certificates of completion for each affected contract employee and sub-contractor employee to the COR (or to the contracting officer, if a COR is not assigned) within five (5) working days after completion of training by all employees and sub-contractor personnel on a recurring annual basis. AT Level I awareness training is available at the following site:

https://jkodirect.jten.mil/Atlas2/page/login/Login.jsf. If access to a computer is not available, the unit’s Level II ATO shall conduct AT Level I training for the Contractor and employees within five (5) working days after contract start and maintain a copy of the attendance roster for one year. Any Contractor hired after contract start shall be required to receive AT Level I training within five (5) working days by the ATO. It shall also be acceptable for the new hire to take the training online and present the training certificate to the ATO within three (3) calendar days. AT Level I training is an annual requirement with the 12-month period starting on the date of initial training and re-certification NLT the last day of the 12-month period. If the requiring activity does not have an ATO, the first ATO in the chain of command shall conduct this training.

1.11.3 Access and General Protection/Security: Policy and Procedures. Contractor and all associated sub-contractor’s employees shall comply with applicable installation, facility and area commander installation/facility access and local security policies and procedures (provided by Government representative). The Contractor shall also 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 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.

1.11.4 iWATCH Training. The Contractor and all associates sub-contractors shall brief all employees on the local iWATCH program (training standards provided by the requiring activity ATO. This locally developed training shall be used to inform employees of the types of behavior to watch for and instruct employees to report suspicious activity to the COR. This training shall be completed within five (5) working days of contract award and within five (5) working days of new employees’ commencing performance with the results reported to the COR no later than five (5) working days from employment start. The attached document Can be used by the COR to satisfy this requirement.

1.11.5 Security of Classified Items, Systems and Information. The Contractor, as a general rule, shall not have access to classified information; however, should classified documents fall into the possession of the Contractor, the Contractor shall immediately contact the COR for disposition instructions.

1.12. Safety. The Contractor shall establish and maintain a safety plan which shall be submitted to the KO at the time of proposal.

1.12.1 In order to provide safety control for protection to the life and health of employees and other persons; for prevention of damage to property, materials, supplies, and equipment; and for avoidance of work interruptions in the performance of this contract, the Contractor shall comply with the following Safety Accident Prevention Standards: 29 CFR 1910, Occupational Safety and Health Standards;

29 CFR 1926, Safety and Health regulations for Construction; Army Corps of Engineers Manual 385-1-1, Safety and Health Requirements Manual. The Contractor shall comply with the above and all other applicable DoD, Army, Federal, State and Local safety and health requirements.

1.12.2 Reporting of Fire and Safety Hazards. The Contractor shall train personnel to recognize fire and safety hazards and encourage personnel in the performance of their duties to report fire and safety hazards and unsafe conditions to their supervisor. The Contactor shall take corrective action to remedy reported deficiencies IAW the terms of this contract. The COR shall be notified of deficiencies beyond the terms of this contract.

1.12.3 Environment and OSHA. The Contractor shall comply with all local, State, and

Federal environmental and occupational safety laws, rules, and regulations. Any apparent conflict between compliance with such local, State, and Federal environmental and occupational safety laws, rules, regulations, and compliance with the requirements of the contract shall be immediately brought to the attention of the KO or authorized representative for final resolution. The Contractor shall notify the KO or authorized representative in writing in addition to any verbal notification of such conflict. The Contractor shall be liable for all fines, penalties, and costs which result from violations of, or failure to comply with, all such local State, or Federal laws, rules, and regulations. All unsafe acts or conditions fostered by the Contractor or Contractor personnel may be grounds for the KO or authorized representative to halt any and all Contractor performance with a commensurate deduction of monies due to the Contractor until such unsafe conditions are corrected. The Contractor shall take due caution not to endanger personnel during performance of this contract. Upon discovery of a serious hazard such as, but not limited to, fire, or large fuel spill, the Contractor shall notify the KO or designated representative and COR.

1.12.4 Reporting Mishaps. The Contractor shall adhere to reporting of mishaps IAW AR

385-10, The Army Safety Program and DA Pam 385-40, Army Accident Investigations and Reporting. In addition, the Contractor shall report: (1) Injury or occupational illness to on-duty Contractors; (2) Damage to GFM, GFP, or GFE provided to a Contractor; (3) Contractor accidents involving Army property and personnel.

1.12.5 Personnel Safety. The Contractor shall immediately correct all safety deficiencies upon notification of the deficiencies by the Contracting Officer, designated representative or COR, and shall notify the Contracting Officer of the corrective action to be taken.

1.13. Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR): The COR shall be identified by separate letter.

The COR monitors all technical aspects of the contract and assists in contract administration. The COR is authorized to perform the following functions: assure that the Contractor performs the technical requirements of the contract; perform inspections necessary in connection with contract performance; maintain written and oral communications with the Contractor concerning technical aspects of the contract; issue written interpretations of technical requirements, including Government drawings, designs, and specifications; monitor Contractor's performance and notify 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.

1.14. Personnel. For purposes of this paragraph, the term “personnel” or “employee(s)” refers to any person performing work related to this contract, including but not limited to, the Contractor’s employees, agents, representatives, or sub-contractors. The Contractor shall staff this effort with trained, competent and capable employee(s) for the discipline they are assigned to. Contractor personnel shall present a clean, neat, and professional appearance.

The Contractor shall ensure that employees meet all applicable federal, state, local, and installation certification, licensing, medical requirements, and qualifications to perform all assigned tasks and functions as defined in this contract prior to commencement of work.

The Contractor shall not permit any personnel to work under this contract if such person is identified by a Government authorized representative to the Contractor as a potential threat to the health, safety, security, general well-being, or operational mission of the Army and Ft Bliss, Texas. All Contractors’ personnel shall comply with installation security and access procedures and the Contractor’s safety plan to be submitted no later than (NLT) five (5) days after contract award.

1.14.1 Contractor’s personnel, whose tasks involve operation of any vehicles, shall possess a valid U.S.

state driver’s license, applicable for the type and class of vehicle being operated.

1.14.2 Contractor’s personnel shall either be a United States Citizen or authorized to work in the United States.

1.14.3 Speaking, Reading, and Understanding English. Where reading, understanding, and discussing environmental, health, and safety warnings are an integral part of an employee’s duties, Contractor’s employee shall be able to understand, read, write, and speak the English language fluently. English shall be the only language used with regard to this contract for written correspondence, discussions and other business transactions.

1.14.4 Identification of Contractor Employees. The Contractor (to include sub-contractors) shall provide each employee an Identification (ID) Badge, which includes at a minimum, the Company Name, Employee Name and a 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 sub-contractors) employees 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 (to include sub-contractors) shall be responsible for collection of ID Badges upon completion of the contract or termination of employee. A listing of issued identification cards shall be furnished to the Contracting Officer prior to the contract performance date and updated as needed to reflect Contractor and sub-contractor personnel changes. 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.

1.14.5 Conflict of Interest & Employment of Government Personnel. The Contractor shall not knowingly employ any person who is a U.S. Government employee if employing that person would create a conflict of interest. Additionally, the SP shall not knowingly employ any person who is an employee of the Government, either military or civilian, unless such person seeks and receives written approval according to DOD 5500.7-R, Joint Ethics Regulations (JER) by the individual’s commander or director. A copy of the authorization shall be provided to the COR.

In addition, the Contractor is prohibited from employing Government Quality Assurance Representatives (QAR) whom the Contractor knows or should have known are responsible for monitoring any contracts/subcontracts awarded to the service provider.

1.14.6 Key Personnel: The following personnel are considered key personnel by the

Government:

1.14.6.1. Project Manager (PM)/alternate PM. The Contractor shall provide a PM who shall be responsible for the performance of the work. The name of this person and an alternate who shall act for the Contractor when the manager is absent shall be designated in writing to the KO within five (5) days of contract award, thereafter any changes shall be provided five (5) business days prior to expected change and no less than 24-hours after unplanned changes. The PM or alternate shall have full authority to act for the Contractor on all contract matters relating to daily operation of this contract. The

PM or alternate shall be available between 8:00 a.m. thru 4:30 p.m., Monday thru Friday except Federal holidays or when the Government facility is closed for administrative reasons.

1.14.7 Supervision of Contractor Employees. The Government will not exercise any supervision or control over Contractor or subcontractor employees while performing work under the contract. Such employees shall be accountable solely to the Contractor, not the Government. The Contractor, in turn, shall be accountable to the Government for Contractor or subcontractor employees.

1.15. 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 KO. 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.

1.15.1 All materials to be American made products. Installation to be in accordance with the following guides and regulations: (CD copies will be furnished at the kick-off Meeting)

1.15.2 Technical Criteria for Installation, Information, Infrastructure Architecture (I3A), Information Systems Engineering Command (ISEC), Fort Huachuca

1.15.3 Outside Plant Design and Performance Requirements, ISEC, Fort Huachuca

1.15.4 Technical Guide for I3A and Installation, Information, Infrastructure Modernization Program (I3MP) Grounding and Bonding, ISEC, Fort Huachuca

1.15.5 Technical Guide for the Integration of Secret Internet Protocol Router Network

(SIPRNET), ISEC, Fort Huachuca

1.15.6 EM 385-1-1, US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Safety and Health Requirements Manual

1.15.7 Fort Bliss Installation Safety Regulations

PART 2 DEFINITIONS & ACRONYMS

2. Definitions and Acronyms.

2.1. Definitions. Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Dictionary of US Army Terms, AR 310-25 and Authorized Abbreviations and Brevity Code, AR 310-50, are the references for definitions and acronyms not listed below.

2.1.1. 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.

2.1.2. 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.

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

2.1.4. Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). An employee of the U.S.

Government appointed by the contracting officer 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. This individual does NOT have authority to change the terms and conditions of the contract.

2.1.5. Controlled Area. A controlled space extending upward and outward from a specified point. This area is typically designated by a commander or director, wherein sensitive information or operations occur and requires limitations of access.

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

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

2.1.8. Government-Furnished Property (GFP) or Government Property (GP). Property in the possession of, or directly acquired by, the Government and subsequently made available to the Contractor.

2.1.9. 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.

2.1.10. Physical Security. Actions that prevent the loss or damage of Government property.

2.1.11. Property Administrator (PA) or Plant Clearance Officer (PLCO). An authorized representative of the Contracting Officer appointed in accordance with agency procedures, responsible for administering the contract requirements and obligations relating to Government property in the possession of the Contractor.

2.1.12. Quality Assurance. The Government procedures to verify that services being performed by the Contractor are acceptable IAW established standards and requirements of this contract.

2.1.13. Quality Assurance Specialist. An official Government representative concerned with matters pertaining to the contract administration process and quality assurance/quality control. Acts as technical advisor to the Contracting Officer in these areas.

2.1.14. Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP). An organized written document specifying the surveillance methodology to be used for surveillance of Contractor performance.

2.1.15. Quality Control. All necessary measures taken by the Contractor to assure that the quality of an end product or service shall meet contract requirements.

2.1.16. Subcontractor. One that enters into a contract with a prime Contractor. The Government does not have privet of contract with the subcontractor.

2.1.17. Work Day. The number of hours per day the Contractor provides services IAW the contract.

2.1.18. Work Week. Monday through Friday, except for Federal holidays unless specified otherwise.

2.2. Acronyms.

A/V Audio/ Visual ACOR Alternate Contracting Officer's Representative

AFARS Army Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement

APWA the American Public Works Association

AR Army Regulation

AWG American Wire Gauge BLDG Building

Cadweld Exothermic Welding

CAR Corrective Action Report

CFR Code of Federal Regulations

CMR Contract Manpower Reporting

COCO Contractor-Owned/Contractor Operated

CONUS Continental United States (excludes Alaska and Hawaii)

COR Contracting Officer Representative

DA Department of the Army

DD250 Department of Defense Form 250 (Receiving Report)

DFARS Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement

DMDC Defense Manpower Data Center

DOD Department of Defense

DPW Department of Public Works

DPW-E Department of Public Works - Environmental

EMT Electrical Metal Tubing

FAR Federal Acquisition Regulation

FFP Firm Fixed Price

IAW In accordance with

IP Internet Protocol

ISEC Information Systems Engineering Command

ISP Inside Plant

KO Contracting Officer

LIU Line Interface Unit

NEC Network Enterprise Center

NEMA National Electrical Manufacturers Association

NIPRNET Non-classified Internet Protocol Router Network

OCI Organizational Conflict of Interest

OCIE Organizational Clothing and Individual Equipment

OCONUS

Outside Continental United States (includes Alaska and Hawaii)

ODC Other Direct Costs

OSP Outside Plant

PET Protective Entrance Terminal

PDS Protective distribution system

PIPO Phase In/Phase Out

POC Point of Contact

PR Pair

PRS Performance Requirements Summary

PVC Polyvinyl chloride

PWS Performance Work Statement

QA Quality Assurance

SC Subscriber Connector

TGB Telecommunications Grounding Bisbar

TR Transmission Room UPS Uninterruptible Power Supply.

PART 3 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY, EQUIPMENT, AND SERVICES

3. GOVERNMENT FURNISHED ITEMS AND SERVICES.

3.1. Utilities: The Government shall provide electricity and water for Contractor use in conjunction with this contract. The Contractor shall instruct employees in utilities conservation practices. The Contractor shall be responsible for operating under conditions that preclude the waste of utilities.

PART 4 CONTRACTOR FURNISHED ITEMS AND SERVICES

4.1. Contractor Furnished Items. Everything included in this paragraph and its subparagraphs is basic to the contract and should be included in the overhead of the Contractor.

4.1.1. The Contractor shall provide all labor, supervision, transportation, vehicles, supplies, equipment, and materials required to perform work under this contract that are not listed under Section 3 of this SOW.

The Contractor shall, as necessary provide any and all equipment needed to perform the Scope of Work safely and to the expectations of the customer as described in the SOW. All financial responsibility for such equipment I.E. trenching, Asphalt, Backhoe, Special tools, etc., shall be from the Contractor.

4.1.2. End User/Customer must purchase the necessary number of GSA approved padlocks Sargent and Greenleaf 8077AD Combination Padlock. Can Special order from Ft. Bliss Country Store if not in stock (National Stock Number (NSN) 5340-00-285-6523).

4.2. Responsibilities of the Contractor. The Contractor shall provide a safe working environment for key consultants and all persons in his/her employ as prescribed by Engineering Manual (EM) 385-1-1, “General Safety Requirements” and 29 CFR 1910 “Occupational Health and Safety”. The Contractor shall be responsible for all damages to persons and property that occur in connection with the work and service under this contract, without recourse against the Government. The Contractor shall provide all equipment and tools necessary to complete the scope of work as described in this document. The Contractor shall provide maximum protection, take every reasonable means, and exercise care to prevent unnecessary damage to exiting historic structures, contemporary structures, landscape plantings, natural features, roads, utilities, and other public or private facilities. Special attention shall be given to historic structures, natural and landscape features of the areas to protect these elements and their surroundings.

4.3. Permits and Responsibilities. The Contractor shall, without additional expense to the Government, be responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses and permits, and for complying with any Federal, State, and municipal laws, codes, and regulations applicable to the performance of the work. The Contractor shall also be responsible for all damages to persons or property that occur as a result of the Contractor’s fault or negligence. The Contractor shall also be responsible for all materials delivered and work performed until completion and acceptance of the entire work, except for any completed unit of work which may have been accepted under the contract.

PART 5 SPECIFIC TASKS

5.1. Specific Tasks.

5.1.1. The Contractor shall contact the COR to survey and coordinate project scope prior to Project start. Within one (1) week of the notice of award, the Contractor shall confer with the KO to schedule a kick-off-meeting. The purpose of this meeting shall be to clarify any remaining questions, finalize the project schedule based on the new start date, and begin project activity. The Contractor shall provide a detailed Cable Test Plan that shall be used to verify and validate the installed OSP cabling and associated equipment.

5.1.2. The Contractor shall be responsible for the physical security of all materials on the job site until final acceptance. The building will be unlocked and locked daily by the COR or a representative of the Customer. A Point of Contact and telephone number will be given to the Contractor at the Kick-Off Meeting. In addition, the Contractor shall be responsible for the removal and disposal of all administrative and construction trash or debris to an off-base facility of the Contractor’s choice and associated disposal fees. Any materials damaged, lost, and/or stolen prior to final acceptance shall remain the Contractor's responsibility to repair and/or replace, as required.

5.1.3. The prime Contractor is responsible to provide, to the COR, certifications of the technicians who shall be conducting copper and fiber installations, termination and testing. All electrical work shall be performed by personnel who hold those certifications or licenses. If sub-contractors are used, it is the responsibility of the prime Contractor to coordinate and provide these technicians’ certifications to the COR. The certifications are due with the initial quote and list of materials to the MICC, who will forward to the COR for verification.

5.1.4. The prime Contractor is responsible to ensure all personnel operating heavy equipment within the Fort Bliss, Biggs Army Airfield (AAF) or on any of the ranges be trained and licensed for that equipment.

The NEC, QA, DPW or COE Safety may at any time request verification of these credentials. If subcontractors are used, it is the responsibility of the prime Contractor to coordinate and ensure these technicians’ certifications are valid and current.

5.1.5. The Contractor shall comply with OSHA Standards 29 CFR Parts 1910 and 1926, USACE Safety and Health Manual (EM 385-1-1), and applicable local requirements. As required, a Confined Space Entry Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) shall be submitted to the COR at the Kick-Off meeting.

5.1.6. The Contractor shall coordinate with the Post Directorate of Public Works (DPW) to schedule all excavation and obtain required digging permits for the site prior to the start of any excavation and/or construction. A copy of the approved digging permit shall be kept on site while all excavation is ongoing.

Any walls/floors requiring core drill must be coordinated with Directorate of Environment (DOE)/DPW prior to drilling.

5.1.7. The Contractor shall provide all labor, tools, test equipment, and transportation necessary to accomplish the following objectives through the performance of the tasks required for this project. The Contractor is responsible for testing all equipment and workstation cable in accordance with (IAW) the manufacturer’s installation instructions. A final cleanup of the work area shall be conducted as well as daily trash removal. All installation damages to the building i.e., drilled holes that were not used and conduit penetrations that do not neatly fit around the conduit, shall be filled and painted to match the surrounding building area.

5.1.8. The Contractor shall repair and/or replace all facilities and/or equipment damaged by the Contractor and/or their sub-contractors. All areas affected shall be restored to their original condition as required.

5.1.9. The Contractor shall perform QC on all Contractor-installed material, equipment, and cable systems in accordance with I3A and best commercial practices. The Contractor shall correct all deficiencies reported by QA personnel who shall inspect the Contractor’s work. The Contractor shall issue a QC Certification Statement to the COR validating that the installed system is free from installation deficiencies and effects for the supported warranty period selected. This statement shall also certify that Government documented Contractor defects have been corrected and shall be submitted prior to project completion and acceptance.

5.1.10. The Contractor shall comply with all Local, State and Federal environmental regulations and permit processes as required. The Contractor is responsible for coordinating with the NEC and DOE to obtain any NEPA approval required during the planning process. The point of contact (POC) for NEPA is John Barrera, 915-568-3908, Building 624.

5.1.11. Procedures for staging of equipment and the identification of sensitive areas shall be coordinated with NEC and the DPW prior…