W9124723R00040001_FINAL SOL AMD0001_011323.pdf

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

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

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

30-105-04EXCEPTION TO SF 30

APPROVED BY OIRM 11-84

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

FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

The purpose of this amendment is as follow s:

To update the Wage Determination (WD). The revised WD is 2015-4377 Rev. 20, dated 12/27/2022 To answ er Industry’s questions.

To extend the Solicitation closing date to January 18, 2023 at 4:00PM EST.

See summary of changes.

1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

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

16C. DATE SIGNED

BY 13-Jan-2023

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

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

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., Street, County, State and Zip Code) X W9124723R0004

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

16-Dec-2022

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

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

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

(a) By completing Items 8 and 15, and returning 1 copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;

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

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

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required)

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

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

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

CONTRACT ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

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

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

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

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

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

10A. MOD. OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

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

6. ISSUED BY

3. EFFECTIVE DATE

13-Jan-2023

CODE

MICC CENTER - FORT BRAGG

MICC - FORT BRAGG

2-1731 C ARMISTEAD STREET

FORT BRAGG NC 28310-5000

W91247 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

CODE

See Item 6

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W9124723R0004

SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION A - SOLICITATION/CONTRACT FORM

The required response date/time has changed from 16-Jan-2023 04:00 PM to 18-Jan-2023 04:00 PM.

SECTION C - DESCRIPTIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS

The following have been added by full text:

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

SOLICITATION W9124723R0004 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS:

Note: The PWS, PRS, the Awarded Contract and other governing regulations are the primary sources to consult or reference for answers.

CONTRACTOR QUESTION GOVERNMENT RESPONSE

1 Can we get a list of the attendees of that job walk meeting?

Yes, by email the list of attendees will be provided.

2 At the job walk, it was stressed that the current contract holder has 8 employees. In the RFP it lists 6 employees. Are we supposed to staff 8 or 6?

It is up to the Contractor to determine how many personnel you will need to perform the tasks in the PWS. However, the Government knows how many FTEs it has taken historically to perform the tasks outlined in the PWS. Our experience with this requirement indicates that 8 personnel have worked well.

The Contractor is required to propose 8 FTEs.

3 At the job walk, it was stated that the CDL holder or truck driver needed to be certified and able to certify all employees on forklift operation.

Does this only have to be the Truck driver, or can this be somebody else?

It can be somebody else as long as the forklift drivers are certified as required and maintain certification during the duration of the contract.

4 Why are the positions changed from the previous RFP?

Fort Bragg is an ever changing and evolving installation, and we must be prepared to change and provide the best service possible.

5 What are the required positions for this project and please provide full job descriptions for each position?

1 FTE Project Manager 1 FTE: Supply Tech / Alternate PM 1 FTE: Minor Furniture Repairer 1FTE: Heavy Truck Driver 1 FTE: Warehouse specialist 1 FTE: Warehouse specialist 1 FTE: Data entry clerk I 1 FTE Data entry clerk I

*All employees shall have their Forklift Certification

6 Can one position perform two functions?

Yes, all 8 personnel can be trained to do two functions as long as all task on the PWS meet or exceed the standard. We will not provide full job descriptions but we anticipate that the effort will generally be comparable with the SCA’s description of those personnel in the SCA Directory of Occupations at https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/SCADirectVers5.pdf

7 When the PM is not there (vacation), who is responsible for dealing with the government? In the original RFP there was an APM.

The Supply Tech / Alternate PM. The Offeror must propose their Supply Tech as the APM.

8 Is there an incumbent? If so, what is their name and what was the original publicly available awarded contract price?

The current contract is a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract and was awarded to Premier Professional Systems in the amount of $1,699,268.34 on 28 June 2018 with a seven-month base period that include a one-month phase in period, and four 12-month option periods. The current contract ends on 27 January 2023.

9 Does the Service Contract Act apply?

If yes, please provide the most recent DOL Wage Determination for this project/performance location.

Yes, the SCA applies. The solicitation contains the clause FAR 52.222-41, Service Contract Labor Standards (AUG 2018). The current WD is 2015-4377 Rev. 20, dated 12/27/2022

10 What are the current incumbent employees SCA hire dates? Bidders need to know SCA hire dates (not incumbent names or contact numbers) but, SCA hire dates in order to properly price accrual rates for SCA required PTO.

Project Manager September 2008 Supply Tech / Alternate PM March 2013 Minor Furniture Repairer March 2015 Heavy truck driver April 2015 Warehouse specialist March 2013 Warehouse specialist June 2008 Data entry clerk I April 2021 Data entry clerk I February 2017

11 Does the contractor have to provide an off-base office or facility? Section

7.5.3 mentions that.

No, the PM and Alt PM will be on site. The parent contractor will be at his or her current location. Be able to communicate with the PM.

12 Does the contractor have to provide vehicles (see Section 7.5.2)? If so, what kind (Truck P/U? Box Van?

Stake Bed Truck? etc.) and how many?

No, the Government will provide all vehicles required.

Does the contractor have to provide employee PPE such as: safety gloves, safety boots, safety googles, safety vests, back braces, eye wash station, safety kit, etc.)?

PPE and administrative supplies such as pens, and paper are provided by the contractor. The contractor will provide the tools for the furniture repairs.

14 Does the contractor have to provide equipment and consumables such as:

MHE (Forklifts), pallet jacks, weight scale, banding machine, furniture blankets, shrink wrap, computers, printers, office supplies, tools (for furniture repairs), cleaning supplies (for furniture cleaning)?

No, the Government will provide all vehicles pallets MHE (Forklifts), pallet jacks, shrink wrap, banding machine, cleaning supplies, computers, printers, facilities and workspace for the contractors. The Government will not provide banding machine, office supplies, and furniture cleaning supplies

15 Does the contractor have to provide contracted local vendor services for internet? For

No, the Government will provide all automation and internet for CAC card holders.

16 How many warehouses does the contractor maintain or oversee stored property in?

Two 40,000 SQF warehouse and three 4,000 SQF Quonset huts.

17 The introduction states that roughly 30,000 pieces of furniture are supported annually. Can the Government provide work-load data for the past 3 years (by year) that covers: items received, items issued, items maintained/serviced, items disposed of?

2022:

pieces of furniture are supported annually items received – 6, 431 items issued – 5,618 items maintained/serviced - forklifts, pallet jacket, truckers, trailers, car and fire extinguishers – Yes, all was serviced items disposed of. 6, 431 cleaned / repaired furniture and appliance- 2,197 received renovated mattresses – 1,320

2021:

pieces of furniture are supported annually items received – 19,312 this included dumpers items issued – 9,423 items maintained/serviced - forklifts, pallet jacket, truckers, trailers, car and fire extinguishers – Yes, all were serviced items disposed of. - 19,312 cleaned / repaired furniture and appliances- 1,980 received renovated mattresses – 1,320

2020:

pieces of furniture are supported annually items received – 4,475 to include 1,580 pieces of scrap metal and dumpers items issued – 4, 150 to include 1,580 pounds of scrap metal items maintained/serviced - forklifts, pallet jacket, truckers, trailers, car and fire extinguishers – Yes, all were serviced items disposed of. – 4,475 to include 1,580 pieces of scrap metal and dumpers cleaned / repaired furniture and appliances- 915 received renovated mattresses – 1,320

18 Is the 4,000 lb. shelving system referred to in the solicitation Government Provided?

Yes, the shelving system is provided by the Government. The 4,000 racks are installed in the warehouse.

19 Are the bar coders and bar code labels Government Provided?

Yes, the coders and bar code labels are Government provided.

20 Please clarify the contractor's responsibilities regarding the Barracks Coolant Reclamation requirements.

The Contractor isn’t responsible for performing Coolant Reclamation Services. The contractor will coordinate with DPW HVAC section who in return come to the warehouse and remove the coolant from the refrigerators.

21 Please advise if the eMH database for this account will be current and up to date at contract phase in.

Yes, it will be current and up to date. The system updates daily.

22 Is the Contractor to pay for “small repairs in 1.2.1? What is the yearly number of repairs and actual cost?

The contractor will perform small furniture repairs. That is part of the work to be performed under the contract.

23 Can, in 1.2.1, furniture that is damaged to an unserviceable condition or that cannot be assembled in accordance with the furniture manufacturer’s specifications and written instructions be returned to seller per warranty?

If the contractor drops a refrigerator while he is moving a refrigerator with the forklift and damages the refrigerator beyond repair, the contractor is responsible for the replacement of that refrigerator. Furniture that is damaged by the Contractor during transportation to an unserviceable condition or that cannot be assembled in accordance with the furniture manufacturer’s specifications and written instructions shall be replaced by the contractor at no cost to the government.

24 What number of items in the past 4 years that were replaced by the contractor at no cost to the government?

We have never had an incident with the contractor damaging Barracks furniture.

25 What is the average number of work orders per week and what type are they, i.e... furniture replacement, furniture receiving and installation?

See item #17

26 Are presently employed contractors acceptable for working the new contract?

The Government cannot publicly provide past performance information for a particular contractor. The Government does not anticipate any concerns with utilization of personnel under the existing contract.

27 How many staff members are presently on the contract and their labor classifications?

8 personnel:

1 FTE: Project Manager 1 FTE: Supply Tech / Alternate PM

1 FTE: Minor furniture repair 1 FTE: Heavy truck driver 1 FTE: Warehouse specialist 1 FTE: Warehouse specialist 1 FTE: Data entry clerk I 1 FTE: Data entry clerk I

*All employees shall have their Forklift Certification

28 CAC cards are in the prevue of Base Security. What is the turnaround time for getting a CAC Badge?

It is a quick turnaround; the CAC Cards are for the PM and the EMH entry clerks. Everyone else gets a pass to enter the installation.

29 Is there a Current Contract? The current contract is a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract and was awarded to Premier Professional Systems in the amount of $1,699,268.34 on 28 June 2018 with a seven-month base period that include a one-month phase in period, and four 12-month option periods. The current contract’s period of performance ends on 27 January 2023.

30 May we have a complete copy of the current contract and all modifications?

The Government will not provide a complete copy of the current contract and modifications.

31 Will we need to submit a FOIA Request? How do we do the FOIA request?

No, the Contractor isn’t required to submit a FOIA request.

32 Was the incumbent a women owned small business? What is the name of the incumbent?

Yes, it was. Premier Professional Systems.

33 Can the font size for any tables, graphs, figures, graphics, etc. be placed in 10 pt. font?

Yes

34 Can the government confirm if there is a requirement for font size throughout the proposal volumes?

No, there is no required font size. It’s recommended to use font size 10-12.

35 Can the government please provide historical workload data for all positions?

See item #17

36 Will the government be providing all equipment necessary, to include computers, workstations, etc. for contractor personnel to accomplish these tasks?

No, the Government will provide all vehicles pallets MHE (Forklifts), pallet jacks, shrink wrap, computers, printers, facilities and workspace for the contractors.

37 Can the government please provide all updates in red or a highlighted font within the amended solicitation to clearly demonstrate the exact changes made?

Yes, we provide all updates shaded in yellow.

38 Can the government please ensure that all questions submitted are responded to? We understand that some may appear to be duplicates between vendors, however this help ensures all questions are accounted for.

All questions are accounted for, and the Government will not answer duplicate question, but will refer to the item number in which the question answered.

39 Can the proposal volumes be submitted in PDF format?

All proposal volumes can be submitted in PDF, except for Volume III.

Volume III shall be submitted on MS Excel 2016 or earlier.

40 In order to affectively respond to the solicitation, can the government please provide a one-week extension once the Q/As are posted?

The Government will extend the solicitation to January 18, 2023

41 In order to best reference in our proposal response, can the government please confirm the official contract name/title for this procurement?

Unaccompanied Personnel Housing (UPH) Furniture Management Services

42 Does Executive Order 13706 apply to this solicitation and contract?

Yes, Executive Order 13706 applies to this solicitation and contract. The solicitation includes clause FAR 52.222-62, Paid Sick Leave Under Executive Order 13706 (JAN 2022).

43 Is the government going to evaluate the vendors’ labor categories selection?

Yes, we will evaluate the labor categories IAW the solicitation and the current WD is 2015-4377 Rev. 20, dated 12/27/2022. Offerors should provide the labor categories and number of personnel referenced in Q&A #5

44 As a result of Executive Order (EO) 14026 which goes into effect January 1, 2023, should Offerors include the $16.20 an hour minimum floor wage for labor categories that are currently under that threshold? Would the Government please provide guidance, so all Offeror's proposals are uniform on this matter?

Yes, Executive Order 14026 applies to this solicitation and contract. The solicitation includes clause FAR 52.222-55, Minimum Wages for Contractor Workers Under Executive Order 14026 (JAN 2022). On September 30, 2022, the Department of Labor published a notice in the Federal Register announcing that, beginning January 1, 2023, the Executive Order 14026 minimum wage rate will increase to $16.20 per hour.

45 Is Executive Order 14055 of November 18, 2021, applicable to this solicitation and contract?

Executive Order 14055, Nondisplacement of Qualified Workers Under Service Contracts, was signed by the President on November 18, 21.

However, it is still in rulemaking and the applicable clause has not yet been implemented, so is not applicable to this solicitation. The EO states that it will apply to solicitations issued on or after the effective date of the final regulations issued by the FAR Council.

46 The solicitation does not contain the Government’s expectation for the amount of work that the contract staff must accomplish. For each PWS task, how much workload does the Government expect the contract staff to accomplish?

See item #17 That is a snapshot of the workload.

47 Furniture that is damaged to an unserviceable condition or that cannot be assembled in accordance with the furniture manufacturer’s specifications and written instructions shall be replaced by the contractor at no cost to the government.

Please clarify if this relates to damage done by contractor or by a client (i.e. a service member broke the nightstand) and/or an act of nature (hurricane damages building causing water damage to stored items)

Damage done by the contractor.

See item #23 If the contractor drops a refrigerator while he is moving a refrigerator with the forklift and damages the refrigerator beyond repair, the contractor is responsible for the replacement of that refrigerator. Furniture that is damaged to an unserviceable condition or that cannot be assembled in accordance with the furniture manufacturer’s specifications and written instructions shall be replaced by the contractor at no cost to the government. The contractor is not liable for damage unrelated to the contractor’s actions.

48 Will the Government provide a historical workload or estimated labor categories data?

See item # 17 and Item #27

49 During the execution of services, has there been a requirement to augment GFE Vehicles to accommodate surges in deliveries to support unit redeployments?

No, the Government has adequate equipment.

50 What is the definition of CLS pertaining to the QCP?

Contractor Logistics Support regarding the QCP

51 Can our Reps and Certs be provided by referencing our corporate data provided in SAM.gov?

No, the Contractor shall self-represent the Rep & Certs within the solicitation.

52 "Responses must be submitted electronically only to the Mailed or hardcopy submissions will not be accepted and shall deem the Offeror's response unacceptable." Please clarify statement.

Responses must be submitted electronically only to Contracting Officer, Mr.

Quentin Williams at quentin.williams.civ@army.mil or Contract Specialist, at Vandetta McGoogan at vandetta.mcgoogan.civ@army.mil. Mailed or hard copies will not be accepted and shall deem the Offeror’s response unacceptable.

53 Will the Government issue a fuel card and incur all cost to operate the government provided vehicles?

Yes, the Government provides a GSA card per each GSA vehicle.

54 Paragraph 1.2.2 states that "All furniture, mattress and appliances will be warehoused at Bay # 3 and #4 building J-2535 Cook Street, Fort Bragg." Is the contractor responsible to provide any other facilities?

The Government provides all facilities required.

55 Will the government provide on installation office space, Information Technology equipment, and network access required for the contract?

See item #14

56 Will the government furnish vehicles come with a state license? Will the contractor incur cost for vehicle registration?

All GFE (vehicles) are registered with GSA plates. GSA pays for the cost and maintenance of the GSA vehicles.

57 Does the government anticipate that the listed Government equipment in Technical Exhibit 5 is adequate to satisfy all PWS requirements?

Yes, adequate to satisfy all PWS requirements.

58 Has the incumbent contractor had to supplement the Government Furnished Equipment in Technical Exhibit 5 to meet contract requirements?

No.

59 Can the government explain why the contractor is required to secure off-site office space to support this contract?

There is no need for off-site office space requirement. All contractors for this contract are provided office and cubicles space.

60 Will the Government be responsible for the actual removal cost of debris from the contractor's warehouse operations?

The Government provide a dumpster at government expense.

The following have been modified:

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

Introduction. This is a non-personal services contract to provide Unaccompanied Personnel Housing (UPH) Furniture, Day-Rooms Furnishings, Mattress and Appliances Program. The Government will not exercise any supervision or control over the contract service providers. The Contractor shall perform to the standards specified in this Performance Work Statement (PWS). Contract service providers shall be accountable solely to the Contractor who, in turn is responsible to the Government. The Contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, other items and non-personal services necessary as defined in this PWS. Background. Existing building The UPH and Dayroom Furniture, Mattress, and Appliances Program is a recurring requirement that has been in place on Fort Bragg since 2007. Roughly 30,000 pieces of furniture are removed, inspected, and installed into the warehouse and or UPH buildings on an annual basis. This service is critical to the redeploying Soldiers’ health, welfare, and morale. If furniture is not inspected and replaced, redeploying soldiers will return to barracks rooms and dayrooms without adequate, clean, and appropriate furniture. Fort Bragg is located in North Carolina, Cumberland County, at Fayetteville and consists of approximately 161,000 acres and 6,016 buildings with 20 million square feet of office buildings. The population base consists of approximately 579,509 military, Government civilian, and Contactor personnel, as well as 69,808 resident family members. Fort Bragg is one of the largest military installations in the world with more than 60,000 service members spread across 161,000 acres.

Fort Bragg is the home of the Airborne. For more than half a century, Fort Bragg has had a proud heritage as the Home of the Nation's finest fighting forces. Originally activated in June 1942 at Camp Polk, LA, the XVIII Airborne Corps was known as the II Armored Corps. It was redesignated XVIII Corps in October 1943, at the Presidio of Monterey, California. The Corp's birthday is August 25, 1944, the same day the XVIII Airborne Corps assumed command of the 82d and 101st Airborne Divisions.

Objectives. The Contractor shall ensure all work accomplished in the performance of this PWS meets all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and directives to include, but not limited to, the publications in Section 7, Related Documents. 1.2.1 Additional basic service objectives include Furniture Management Operation that provides the following services: receive, store, issue, direct exchange and turn-in furniture. Small repairs, coordinate refrigeration coolant reclamation, manage accountability of furniture and assignment of furnishings to unit commanders using EMH. The Contractor will work with the warehoused UPH furniture, appliances and the mattress exchange programs.

1.2.2 Provide Direct Exchange (DX) Services for FMO. The contractor; on request by the unit provide onsite direct exchange of unserviceable furniture, mattress and appliances. Conduct on site serviceability assessment of UH furnishings, mattresses and appliances. Install clean DX furniture, mattresses and appliances, scan all barcodes and update DA Form 2062 on file and EMH. FMO will coordinate with units to conduct 100% scanning of barcode through the installation to validate hand receipts. All furniture, mattress and appliances will be warehoused at Bay # 3 and #4 building J-2535 Cook Street, Fort Bragg. Furniture that is damaged to an unserviceable condition or that cannot be assembled in accordance with the furniture manufacturer’s specifications and written instructions shall be replaced by the contractor at no cost to the government. All furniture shall be properly assembled, leveled and wiped clean prior to acceptance from the COR, all packaging materials shall be removed and the facility shall be left clean. Manage Installation Mattress Refurbishment Program. Manage Refrigerator Coolant Reclamation Program by coordinating with DPW HVAC section who will send a certified HVAC person to extract the coolant from the refrigerators.

Conduct on site quality and receiving inspections for deliveries of new Unaccompanied Personnel Housing furniture and provide receiving reports to the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). The Contractor shall prepare required reports and submit all information as specified by the Deliverables presented in the contract. The Contractor shall ensure all work in support of mission requirements tendered to the Government for acceptance conform to the measurable performance standards of quality, timeliness, and quantity specified in the PWS of this contract.

The intent is to establish work requirements that are performance-based and results-oriented. The Contractor shall determine the best and most cost-effective ways to fulfill UPH Furniture, Day-Rooms Furnishings, Mattress and Appliance Program and their component needs, emphasizing innovation and commercial best practices.

1.2.3 The contractor is responsible for repairing damage to real property caused by the execution of the job at no cost to the Government.

1.2.4 The Contractor shall compile historical data, prepare required reports, and submit all information as specified by the Deliverables presented in the contract. The Contractor shall ensure all work in support of mission requirements tendered to the Government for acceptance conform to the measurable performance standards of quality, timeliness, and quantity specified in the PWS of this contract.

1.2.5 The intent is to establish work requirements that are performance-based and results-oriented. The Contractor shall determine the best and most cost-effective ways to fulfill the critical tasks and their component needs, emphasizing innovation and commercial best practices.

Climatic Conditions. The average annual rainfall is 42.0 inches; with the wettest months being July - September. The average annual snowfall is 3 inches, with snowfall expected during the period of January - March. The average frost-free period (growing season) during the year is about 330 days. The first killing frost may be expected about October, and the last killing frost generally occurs in November. The average annual maximum and minimum temperatures are approximately 102- and 34-degrees Fahrenheit, respectively. Monthly normal temperatures ranged from a low of 34 degrees in the month of January to a high of 102 degrees in the month of July. Summer temperatures often reach 90 degrees Fahrenheit, while sub-freezing weather is common during the winter months.

1.4 Facility Access. N/A

1.5 Traffic Flow. N/A

1.6 Drainage. N/A

1.7 Restoration of Landscape Damage. Trees or other landscape features damaged by the Contractor’s operations shall be restored at no additional cost to the Government. The COR/ACOR will decide the method of restoration for trees or whether damaged trees will be removed.

1.8 Dust Suppression. N/A

2.0 Requirements.

2.1 Description of Services.

2.1.1 Non-Personal Services. 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. Non-personal service contracts are authorized by the Government in accordance with (IAW) Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 37.104, under general contracting authority, and do not require specific statutory authorization.

2.1.2 General Information.2.1.2.1 Period of Performance (PoP). The PoP consists of 5 years. The PoP is as follows:

Base Period 28 January 2023 to 27 January 2024 Option Period I 28 January 2024 to 27 January 2025 Option Period II 28 January 2025 to 27 January 2026 Option Period III 28 January 2026 to 27 January 2027 Option Period IV 28 January 2027 to 27 January 2028

2.1.3 Place of Performance and Hours of Operation.

2.1.3.1 Place of Performance. The work to be performed under this contract will be performed at the locations listed in Technical Exhibit #4.

2.1.3.2 Hours of Operation. The Government's regular (normal) hours are from 0730 – 1550 hours, except Federal holidays or when the Government facility is closed due to local or national emergencies, administrative closings, or similar Government directed facility closings. The Contractor shall conduct business during regular hours.

2.1.4 Federal Holidays. The Contractor’s performance shall not be required on the Federal public holidays listed below. Holidays occurring on weekends will be observed as directed by the Federal calendar (5 U.S.C. 6103).

New Year’s Day Labor Day Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday Columbus Day President’s Day Veteran’s Day Memorial Day Thanksgiving Day Independence Day Christmas Day Juneteenth

2.1.4.1 N/A

2.1.4.2 Installation Closures. When an unforeseen installation closure occurs on a regularly scheduled day of work, the Contractor shall:

a. Reschedule the work to be performed the following day unless the following day is a Saturday, Sunday, a legal public holiday, and when routine work is not scheduled for that day; or

b. Reschedule the work on any day mutually satisfactory.

2.1.4.3 Inclement Weather Delay. If the Contractor determines unsafe weather conditions for continued operations, then the Contractor shall notify the KO if inclement weather suspends operations within (1) hours. The Contractor shall resume operations with KO approval.

2.1.5 Travel/Temporary Duty. N/A

2.1.6 Emergency Services. N/A

2.1.6.1 The Contractor or their employees shall immediately notify their supervisor of any accident requiring emergency medical treatment. The Contractor shall notify the KO or COR/ACOR immediately, not later than (NLT) two (2) hours of the incident.

2.1.6.2 The Contractor shall be responsible for the emergency medical treatment services for Contractor personnel.

2.1.7 Contract Administration and management.

2.1.7.1 Post Award Conference/Performance Evaluation Meetings. The Contractor shall attend the post award conference convened by the contracting activity or contract administration office IAW FAR Subpart 42.5. The KO and COR/ACOR will meet quarterly with the Contractor to review the Contractor's performance. Written minutes of meetings will be recorded by the Government and signed by both the Project Manager and the KO. The written minutes will be distributed within five (5) workdays after the meeting. If the Contractor does not concur with any portion of the minutes, recorded by the Government, the non-concurrence shall be provided in writing to the KO within two (2) calendar days following receipt of the minutes.

2.1.7.2 Notwithstanding the Contractor’s responsibility for total management during the performance of this contract, the administration of the contract requires maximum coordination and cooperation between the Government and the Contractor.

2.1.7.3 The following provides the roles and their respective authority during the performance of the contract:

2.1.7.3.1 Contracting Officer (KO). The KO is the only person authorized to direct changes in any of the requirements under this contract, and, notwithstanding any provisions contained elsewhere in this contract, said authority remains solely with the KO. In the event the Contractor makes any change at the direction of any person other than the KO, the change shall be considered to have been made without authority and solely at the risk of the Contractor. All contract administration will be effected by the KO. Communications pertaining to contractual administrative matters shall be addressed to the KO. No changes in or deviation from the terms and conditions shall be affected, without a written modification to the contract, executed by the KO authorizing such changes. The KO will approve all submittals and plans required in this PWS.

2.1.7.3.2 Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). The KO will appoint a COR during the performance of this contract. Additional Government personnel may be assigned to assist in contract oversight IAW AR 70-13, Management and Oversight of Service Acquisitions. Other surveillance personnel may be designated as COR or ACOR, and shall be trained and appointed IAW DoDI 5000.72, DoD Standard for Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) Certification and DFARS 201.602-2. The ACOR will serve as on-site representatives of the COR in performance of actual contract surveillance, if they meet all COR training, experience requirements, and are appointed by the KO as an ACOR. The COR/ACOR will provide assistance in identification and resolution of problems, conflicts in priority, subtask requirement definitions, and other operations type problems. The COR/ACOR will perform IAW the responsibilities and duties identified in the appointment letter.

2.1.7.3.2.1 COR Authority. A letter of designation will be issued to the COR/ACOR by the KO. A copy of the letter will be sent to the Contractor. The letter of designation states the responsibilities and limitations of the COR/ACOR, especially with regard to changes in cost, price estimates, or changes in delivery dates. The COR/ACOR is not authorized to change any of the terms and conditions with regard to cost, quantity, or schedule of the resulting order.

2.1.7.3.3. The Contractor shall not in any way represent the United States (U.S.) Government, or that it has the authority to contract or procure supplies for the account of the United States of America (USA).

2.1.8 COR/ACOR Functions. The COR/ACOR monitors all technical aspects of the contract and assists in contract administration. The COR/ACOR is authorized to perform the following functions: assure 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; monitor, document, and report Contractor's performance and notify both the KO and Contractor of any deficiencies; coordinate availability of Government- Furnished Property, and coordinate site entry of Contractor personnel.

2.1.9 Quality Control (QC). Quality Control is the responsibility of the Contractor. The Contractor shall provide a Quality Control Plan (QCP) five (5) business days before contract start. The Contractor shall provide and maintain a QCP that is acceptable to the KO. Changes to the Contractor’s QCP shall be submitted to the KO for review and approval within five (5) business days prior to implementation.

2.19.1 The Surveillance and Performance Monitoring shall be used for nomination, tracking, documentation, and management of CORs IAW DoDI 5000.72, DFARS 201.602-2 and PGI 201.602-2.

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2.1.10 Subcontract Management. The Subcontractor plan shall be submitted upon contract award to the KO/COR. The Plan shall outline the relationship between the Prime Vendor for the Unaccompanied Personnel Housing (UPH) Contract and the methods by which the subcontractor will assure production of long-term business relationship between the Companies.

2.1.11 Contractor Employees.

2.1.11.1 Key Personnel.

2.1.11.1.1 The Contractor shall provide a Project Manager (PM) an Alternate Project Manager (APM) who is responsible for the performance of the work. The PM and APM shall have full authority to act for the Contractor on all contract matters relating to daily operation of the contract. The name of the PM and APMshall be provided by the Contractor to the KO. The PM and APM shall be available between 0700 - 1600 hours, Monday through Friday except Federal holidays or when the Government facility is closed for administrative reasons. Contractor personnel performing work under this contract shall have and maintain a Local background check to gain access at the gate at time of the contract start date and for the life of the contract. The PM and APM and any individuals designated as key personnel shall be able to understand, speak, read, and write the English language.

2.1.11.1.2 Certain administrative personnel will require a Common Access Card (CAC) to access Government systems. CAC permits installation access to all contract employees. These persons shall have at a minimum, a favorable National Agency Check (NAC).

2.1.11.1.3 All Contractor employees shall be legal U.S. residents. The Contractor shall immediately remove any employee that is not a legal U.S. resident. The Contractor personnel shall be able to communicate clearly in the English language.

2.1.11.1.4 Qualification Standards. The Contractor shall inspect, repair, and maintain systems and components associated with facilities listed in real property records as required throughout this contract utilizing properly trained, skilled, and qualified employees or subcontractor personnel. The Contractor shall provide objective evidence of key personnel qualifications and years of experience to the KO for review and acceptance.

2.1.11.1.5 Contractor Identification. The Contractor shall ensure all personnel be identified as a Contractor to distinguish themselves (e.g., badge, company logo, or uniform) from Government employees. The Contractor shall ensure all correspondence and reports produced are marked as Contractor products or that Contractor participation is disclosed.

2.1.11.1.6 Standards of Conduct. Contractor personnel’s conduct shall not reflect discredit upon the Government.

The Contractor shall ensure all personnel present a professional appearance while working on the Government installation. 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 shall ensure all 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. The Contractor shall ensure employee conduct complies with 41 USC 423, Procurement Integrity. The Contractor shall also ensure that no Contractor employees conduct political related activities or events on the installation.

2.1.11.1.7 Contractor Hiring Restrictions. The Contractor shall not hire or sub-contract with off duty or former Government employees whose employment would result in a conflict with AR 600-50, Standards of Conduct.

2.1.11.1.8 Organizational Conflict of Interest (OCI). Reference PWS 2.1.11.1.7

2.1.12 Business Relations. The Contractor shall successfully integrate and coordinate all activity needed to execute the requirement of this PWS. The Contractor shall manage the timeliness, completeness, and quality of problem identification to a degree acceptable to the Government. The Contractor shall provide to the COR/ACOR corrective action plans, timely identification of issues, and effective management of subcontractors within (1) days or at a mutually agreed upon date. The Contractor shall ensure customer satisfaction and professional and ethical behavior of all Contractor personnel.

2.2 Work Management. N/A.

2.2.1 Coordination. The Contractor shall schedule and coordinate with the COR/ACOR to minimize disruptions to the facility mission.

2.2.2 General Fund Enterprise Business System (GFEBS). N/A

2.2.2.1 GFEBS Certification. N/A

2.2.2.2 Preventive Maintenance Orders (PMO). N/A

2.2.2.3 Operations Work Orders (OWO). N/A

2.2.2.4 GFEBS Support. N/A

2.2.2.4.1 Database Tasks/Requirements. N/A

2.3 As-Builts and Geospatial Information System (GIS). N/A

2.3.1 Maintain As-Builts. N/A

2.3.1.1 Support. N/A

2.3.1.2 Training. N/A

2.3.2 Real Property Records Updates. N / A

2.3.3 GIS. N/A

2.3.4 GIS Support Services. N/A

2.3.5 GIS Files. N/A

2.3.6 Other Documents. N/A

2.4 Historic Property or Archaeological Site. N/A

2.4.1 Repair and Replacement. N/A

2.5 Special Requirements.

2.5.1 Security.

2.5.1.1 Access and General Protection/Security Policy and Procedures. The Contractor and all associated subcontractors’ employees shall comply with applicable installation, facility, and local security policies and procedures. The Contractor workforce shall comply with all personal identity verification (PIV) requirements as directed by Department of Defense (DOD), Headquarters Department of the Army (HQDA), and local policy. The COR/ACOR will request changes in Contractor security matters or processes if the Force Protection Condition (FPCON) at any individual facility or installation changes.

2.5.1.2 Motor Vehicle Operators. Contractor’s personnel, whose tasks involve operation of any vehicles, shall possess a valid driver’s license, certificates, and permits applicable for the type and class of vehicle being operated.

2.5.1.3 Contractor Vehicle Registration. The Contractor shall register all Contractor-owned or operated vehicles and trailers operating on the installation within (1) working days of contract start date. The Contractor shall complete all applications with the Provost Marshal Vehicle Registration section located in Building (H-1575) All American Gate.

Evidence of vehicle ownership and vehicle liability insurance must be presented upon application of vehicle registration.

2.5.1.4 The Contractor shall provide all information required for background checks to meet installation access requirements, to be accomplished by the installation Provost Marshall Office, Director of Emergency Services, or Security Office.

2.5.1.5 Physical Security. N/A

2.5.2 Security Training.

2.5.2.1 iWATCH Training. The Contractor shall brief the local iWATCH program (training standards provided by the RA’s Anti-Terrorism Officer (ATO)) to all of the Contractor’s employees and associated subcontractors. This training is used to inform employees of the types of behavior to watch for and instruct employees to report suspicious activity to the COR/ACOR. The Contractor shall complete the training within thirty (30) calendar days of contract award and within five (5) calendar days of new employees commencing performance with the results reported to the COR/ACOR NLT thirty (30) calendar days after contract award.

2.5.3 Safety. The Contractor shall safeguard and maintain all Government and Contractor property, as well as provide for the safety and well-being of personnel employed under this contract. The Contractor shall comply with AR 385- 10, The Army Safety Program.

2.5.3.1 Safety Plan. The Contractor shall develop and implement a safety program for its employees. The Contractor shall submit the Safety Plan to the KO for review and acceptance within ten (10) days of commencement of work. Revisions shall be submitted five (5) calendar days prior to the effective date of change.

2.5.3.2 Occupational Safety and Health. The Contractor shall comply with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards. The Contractor shall comply with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and directives.

2.5.4 Training, Physical Requirements, or other Expertise Required.

2.5.4.1 N/A

2.5.5 Environmental Requirements.

2.5.5.1 Green Procurement. Section 6002 of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act of 1976 (RCRA) requires the use of recycled and recovered products identified in the EPA’s Comprehensive Procurement Guidelines.

2.5.5.2 N/A

2.5.5.3 Environmental Compliance. The Contractor shall comply with all Federal, State, local, and installation environmental laws, rules, plans, and policies. The Contractor shall use and store all materials, chemicals, and equipment used in the performance of services on the installation IAW with industry standards, local, State and Federal laws, and according to manufactures' recommendations. The Contractor shall be financially responsible for all fines and associated costs for hazardous waste management, transportation, and disposal of waste due to the Contractor's non-compliance. The Contractor shall submit Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for approval on all materials, five (5) days before delivery of the material, to the COR/ACOR. The Contractor shall provide upon request from the COR/ACOR all required data to meet environmental-mandated reporting requirements (e.g., air emission data, hazardous material storage/usage, herbicide/pesticide usage, solid/hazardous waste generation). The Contractor shall provide data to meet reporting deadlines and during compliance inspections upon request from the COR/ACOR.

2.5.5.4 Spill Plan. The Contractor shall notify the COR/ACOR within one (1) hour, if the Contractor spills or releases any hazardous substances, i.e., substances listed in 40 CFR 302, Designation, Reportable Quantities, and Notification.

The Contractor shall submit a Spill Plan to the KO for approval within thirty (30) days of contract award IAW Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure Plan.

2.5.6 Contingency Plans.

2.5.6.1 General. N/A

2.5.6.2 Mobilization Contingency Plan. N/A

2.5.6.3 Disaster Contingency Plan. N/A

2.5.6.4 Dispute Contingency Plan. N/A

2.5.6.5 Plan Updates. N/A

2.6 Job Order Contract (JOC) Quality Assurance (QA)/Inspection Support. N/A

2.6.1 Project Support. N/A

3.0 Performance Requirements and Standards.

3.1 High Level Objectives (HLO).

3.1.1 Performance Task Requirements, Standards and Acceptable Quality Levels (AQLs).

3.1.1.1 Damage Caused by Contractor. Damages caused by Contractor employees shall be repaired at no cost to the Government. The Contractor shall notify the COR/ACOR and return the damaged area to its previous condition.

3.1.1.1.2 Damage Report. The Contractor shall submit a damage report to the COR/ACOR that annotates the damage, corrective action, and date corrected.

3.2 Transition (Phase In/Phase Out). The Contractor shall prepare and submit a Phase In/Phase Out Plan to be implemented by the Contractor. The Contractor shall have key personnel on board, throughout the transition period.

The plan shall specify a training program and a date for transferring responsibilities for the work and shall be subject to the KO's approval. The Contractor shall provide sufficient experienced personnel during the phase-in and phase-out period to ensure that the services are maintained at the required level of proficiency.

3.2.1 Phase-In. To minimize any decreases in productivity and to prevent possible negative impact on additional services, the contractor shall have all key personnel on board, during the month phase-in period. During the phase-in period, the contractor shall become familiar with performance requirements, in order to commence full performance of services on the start of the base period of performance. The contractor shall i.e., obtain their CAC or other form of Government identifications, any specific Government training, conducting inventory and transfer of GFP/GFE/GFM during the phase-in period.

3.2.2 Phase-Out: Prior to the completion of this contract, an observation period shall occur, at which time team management personnel of the incoming contractor may observe operations. This will allow for orderly turnover of facilities, equipment, and records and will help to ensure continuity of services. The outgoing contractor is ultimately responsible for performing full services IAW the contract, during the phase-out period, and shall not defer any requirements for the purpose of avoiding responsibility or of transferring, such responsibility to the succeeding contractor. The outgoing contractor shall fully cooperate with the succeeding contractor and the Government, so as not to interfere with their work or duties.

3.3 Service Contract Reporting (SCR).

3.3.1 The SCR in the System for Award Management (SAM). https://www.sam.gov. Reporting Labor Hours. The Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD)memorandum, “Revised Department of Defense Contractor Manpower Reporting Initiative, dated October 16, 2019, provides new implementing direction for contractor reporting of manpower data with regard to the performance of DoD services contracts consistent with the requirements of title 10, U.S.C, section 235 and 2330a, as amended. The system allows industry to report all manpower data into a single Federal-wide portal.