W912CLL18Q029-0002_El_Salvador_Warehouse_Amendment.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 to respond to questions submitted by industry. See Instructions to Offerors for the new solicitation closing date.

1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

S 1 68

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

16C. DATE SIGNED

BY 14-Feb-2019

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 W912CL18Q0029

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

16-Jan-2019

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

14-Feb-2019

CODE

410TH CONTRACTING SUPPORT BRIGADE

REGIONAL CONTRACTING CENTER AMERICAS

CCEC-AMF

4130 STANLEY ROAD STE 320

JBSA FORT SAM HOUSTON TX 78234-2726

W912CL 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

CODE

See Item 6

FACILITY CODECODE

EMAIL:TEL:

W912CL18Q0029

SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION SF 30 - BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

The following have been added by full text:

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Responses to Questions Warehouse CEOPAZ

1. An existing overhead primary service runs parallel to the existing warehouse on the south side; it is anticipated that the overhead primary lines will run over the new warehouse roof structure, once finished. Minimum clearance between the new roof structure and existing lines will not be achieved. Indicate if it’s the contractor’s responsibility to relocate the existing electrical service, in order to meet minimum clearances required.

Response: Contractor shall relocate existing electrical service cable/feeder in order to meet minimum clearances. Contractor shall refer to Sections 5.2.3, 5.2. 4, 5.2.5, 5.15.1.3, 5.15.1.5, 5.15.1.6, and 5.15.2.4. In section 5.15.1.6 specifically refer to contractor to the UFGS 33 71 01 Overhead transmission and distribution lines.

Section 5.15.2.4 talks about the projection and indicated that modifications will be provided to existing system as required. Section 5.15.1.5 also indicated that drawings, specifications, and other design documents upon which construction is based should be coordinated with other disciplines to insure compatibility of all building systems, components, structures, clearances, equipment protection and control. Therefore it is contractor responsibility to relocate any electrical service to meet above specifications.

2. Scope of work calls for the construction of a new septic system and leach field on the west side of the new building. Currently an existing sewer line serving the Administrative Building runs parallel to the existing warehouse, on the south side. Indicate if new warehouse can connect to the existing sewer service, eliminating the need to construct a septic system and leach field.

Response: Section 5.17.1.5 Septic Tank of the statement of work, Technical Exhibit (TE 3_DRW) pages C101, C102, C201 are not applicable for this project.

Contractor shall connect to existing sewer line.

3. Drawing S001 requires building pad to be cut to a minimum depth of 1.50m and filled with approved compacted structural fill. Project specifications require a Geotechnical Investigation and that foundation and structure of the Warehouse be deigned based on the soil studies. Confirm that foundations shall be designed based on the soil studies results and that excavation and backfill depths will be determined based on the Geotechnical Engineer recommendations.

Response: Correct contractor shall design foundation, structural elements, and roof in accordance to the geotechnical engineer recommendations. Refer to Section 5.2.

This section has detail information not only for the foundation but all other elements that required professional engineer’s validation.

4. Paragraph 5.15.3.3.4 of the project specifications requires the construction of a grounding system capable of removing lightning discharges to the building. Clarify if project scope of work requires the supply and installation of a roof mounted lightning protection system, in accordance with NFPA 780.

Response: Yes contractor shall supply and install roof mounted lighting protection system in accordance with NFPA 780. Refer to Sections 5.2.3, 5.15.1.2, 5.15.1.3, and

5.15.3.3.4. These sections in addition to the Site Engineering Section (5.2.4) require that contractor shall consider existing condition and local codes to validate designs.

5. As part of the communication system, the scope of work requires a Work Station Outlet

(WSO) with two copper connectivity paths connected to RJ-45 jacks with box and cover plate. Project documents do not indicate how many WSOs are required and their locations; please clarify.

Response: Refer to TE 3_DRW. Contractor shall install four (4) WSOs in the Office.

6. Paragraph 17 of the Submittal Schedule indicates that proof of authorization/registration to do business in El Salvador needs to be submitted. Clarify the type of documentation being required.

Response: Contractor shall submit any and all documentation that provides proof of authorization/registration to do business in El Salvador when directed by the Contracting Officer. Refer to DFARs clause 252.225-7042.

7. Paragraph 5.8.4.1 Aluminum Windows requires the supply and installation of thermal break double-glazed type units conforming to AAMA 101. Project drawings depict the installation of jealousy type windows with insect screens and security bars. Clarify the type of windows that need to be considered in the proposal.

Response: Windows shall be installed IAW Section 5.8.4.1. TE 2_DRW design shall be corrected to reflect the correct window type.

8. Project documents do not specify if the new electric service shall be tapped to the existing pole mounted transformers located east from the warehouse or if a new pole mounted transformer shall be considered; please clarify.

Response: Contractor shall consider the electrical load before tapping into existing pole mounted transformer. Contractor shall determine if the existing transformer has the required capacity. Refer to Sections 5.15.1.2 Load Analysis, 5.15.2.1

Electrical Distribution, 5.15.2.2 Utility Installation, and 5.15.4 Equipment and Materials. Refer to response of question 1 as well.

SECTION 00100 - BIDDING SCHEDULE/INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

The following have been modified:

INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS

Quote Information.

1. Using Simplified Acquisition Procedures, disregard block 2 of the Standard Form 1442 – This is not a negotiated procurement, this is a Request for Quote.

2. North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code – The NAICS code for this acquisition is 236220.

3. Availability of Solicitation. All referenced documents for this solicitation are available on the Federal Business Opportunities (FedBizOpps) website at http://www.fedbizzopps.gov. Potential offerors are encouraged to subscribe for real-time e-mail notifications when information has been posted to the website for this solicitation. It is the responsibility of each potential offeror to monitor these websites for any changes or amendments to solicitations prior to award.

4. System for Award Management (SAM). All Offerors shall have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) in order to be considered for award of this contract. To register in SAM, go to https://www.sam.gov.

Contractors are required to be registered in the System for Awards Management (SAM) for awards resulting from solicitations. Lack of Registration in the SAM Database will make an Offer ineligible for award. The website may be accessed at https://www.sam.gov.

5. Site Visit. A pre-solicitation site visit was held on 5 September 2018 at CEOPAZ.

6. Quote Submission. The offeror shall submit copies of the SF 1442, front and back, the appropriate signatures, and acknowledgements of all amendments as required. The 1442 shall have a unit price, and total price annotated for each CLIN; and, Block 30A, B, and C shall be filled out by an authorized representative of the offeror's company. Price is not to include Value Added Tax.

6a. All quotes shall be submitted in US dollars.

7. Electronic Submission. The price quote shall be submitted as an electronic file. The quotation shall be submitted via (email) with the subject line (Quotation for W912CL-18-Q-0029, Warehouse in El Salvador) to the Contract Specialist, Shasheshe Goolsby, at shasheshe.l.goolsby.mil@mail.mil and the Contracting Officer, Mr. Hubert Cacho at hubert.m.cacho.civ@mail.mil before 4:00 PM USA Central Time (CST) on 26 February 2019.

The Offeror must ensure that its quote submission is readable.

8. Solicitation Questions. Questions concerning this solicitation shall be submitted via (email) to the Contract Specialist, Shasheshe Goolsby, at shasheshe.l.goolsby.mil@mail.mil and the Contracting Officer, Mr. Hubert Cacho, at hubert.m.cacho.civ@mail.mil before 4:00 PM USA Central Time (CST) NLT 1 February 2019.

The Government reserves the right not to respond to any questions received concerning this solicitation after the question receipt date and time above. Offerors are encouraged to carefully review all solicitation requirements and submit questions to the Government early in the solicitation cycle.

9. Solicitation. Each Offeror’s Quote shall be submitted as set forth below and all information shall be confined to the appropriate part to facilitate independent evaluation. Quotes which do not include the requested minimum information, may be eliminated from further consideration at the Government’s discretion.

The Offeror shall provide its response that contains the company’s name, CAGE code and Data Universal Number (DUNS).

Quote and Section 00010 – Complete in its entirety the “Offeror” portion of the SF 1442 contract line items on page 4 and 5.

SF1442 (Complete blocks 14 through 20C); Price Line Item 0001 through 0003 and provide a separate detailed Price Breakdown List with the description and quantity of materials and products to be used to assure the Contractor understand the required compliance and scope of work for this project. Include any other indirect costs associated with this work. The format for the Price Breakdown List is included in this solicitation as Attachment 1. The Price Breakdown List shall contain sufficient information for the Contracting Officer to evaluate the data so as to determine a fair and reasonable price. This data may reflect price breakouts of materials, and labor; and/or, the offeror's estimating processes to include the nature and amount of any contingencies included in the proposed price.

An official having the authority to contractually bind your company must sign the

ST in accordance with FAR 4.102 shall sign on block 20b.

The Quote acceptance period is specified in Block 13D for the SF 1442 of the solicitation. By signing the SF 1442, the contractor agrees that the quoted price is valid for at least the offer validation period of 90 days.

Amendment(s) - Acknowledge by signing any amendments issued out during this solicitation. Amendments may also be acknowledged in block 19 of the SF 1442.

Section 00600 - Representations and Certifications- Insert the required certifications and representations and return only those shown in section 00600.

Attachment 2 – Performance References - Complete Attachment 2.

The contractor shall provide a minimum of two (2) relevant contracts of same or similar type work completed within the past three years.

10. Responsibility of Offerors:

Offerors must be financially responsible to perform the work described in this solicitation. At a minimum, each Offerer must meet the following requirements:

a.) Have the necessary personnel, equipment and financial resources available to perform the work;

b.) Have all licences and permits required by local law. The Offeror shall determine whether performance requires registration with Salvadoran authorities or authorization to do business in El Salvador and, if so, shall comply with all requirements. Whether or not registration or authoriztion to do business is required, the Offeror also shall determine what documents or authorization its employeees and any subcontractor employees must possess to work in El Salvador;

c.) Meet all local insurance requirements;

d.) Have no adverse criminal record;

e.) Have no political or business affiliation which coud be considered contrary to the interests of the United States;

f.) Be able to read, speak, and understand English;

g.) The Offeror has been duly authorized to operate and to do business in El Salvador.

11. Quote Evaluation. This Quote will be evaluated using Simplified Acquisition Procedures, FAR 13.106-1(a) (2). Quotations will be evaluated using price and past performance as evaluation criteria. Offerors are encouraged to provide their best Quotes.

The Government will review the contractor's quote in response to the requirements set forth within the terms and conditions of this solicitation, the Statement of Work. The Government reserves the right to seek clarifications with the contractor regarding areas of their quote that either conflict with, or display a perceived misunderstanding of the scope of work.

12. The Government will review Attachment 1- Price Breakdown List to determine the reasonableness of the proposed price. Final price will be based on the sum of total cost (Column) for items 0001-0002. Analysis will be performed by one or more of the following techniques to ensure a fair and reasonable price in accordance with FAR 13.106-3(a):

• Comparison of proposed prices received in response to the RFQ

• Comparison of proposed prices with the IGCE.

• Comparison of proposed prices with available historical information.

Past performance will be evaluated as either acceptable or unacceptable. Acceptable past performance will be based on evidence that the offeror has satisfactorily completed recent and relevant work specified in the performance work statement.

13. AWARD. The Government, based on quotes received, will award a contract to the responsible offeror with acceptable past performance and whose offer is the lowest price for CLINS 0001 and 0002.

STATEMENT OF WORK

STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)

El Salvador Peace Keeping Operations Training Center Warehouse Project

Carretera 1, San Salvador, El Salvador

PART 1

1. GENERAL: This is a non-personal services contract under which 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 United States Government (USG) and its employees. Under this contract, the Contractor shall furnish all labor, transportation, equipment, materials, and any other items necessary for the demolition of an existing building and replace it by constructing a warehouse at the El Salvador Peace Keeping Operation Training Center (Centro de Entrenamiento y Operaciones de Paz (CEOPAZ)). The USG shall not exercise any supervision or control over the contractor performing the tasks herein. Such contract employees shall be accountable solely to the Contractor who, in turn shall be responsible to the U.S. Government.

1.1 Scope of Work: The Contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, and other items and non-personal services necessary to execute the terms of this SOW. The work shall comply with all applicable construction country and International Building codes. The Contractor shall obtain all required construction permits and shall conduct a site visit to verify details and the scope of work. The Contractor shall provide validated designs and specifications, and all required labor, equipment and materials to construct the warehouse at CEOPAZ. At the project location, power, sewer and water utilities are available and it is the contractor’s responsibility to identify the location of the utility to connect to, make all necessary connections, and request and pay for these utilities until project is completed. Contractor needs to coordinate with CEOPAZ and “Comando de Ingenieros de las Fuerzas Armadas” (CIFA) facility engineer to arrange for any connections, storage, and access. Work executed by the contractor shall include but is not limited to:

- Demolition, removal and disposal of existing building ~7m x 19m

- Soil study;

- Site preparation;

- Validate the designs for the existing soil condition;

- Construction of warehouse as specified on drawings and specifications;

- Provide and install doors and windows;

- Stucco of walls;

- Sidewalks;

- Paint areas; and

- Any other related works

Note: The Contractor shall verify all dimensions and/or quantities on site before providing proposal and commencing work. Provided quantities are approximated and it is the Contractor’s responsibility to verify these dimensions during the site visit. If discrepancies are found, the contractor shall immediately notify the KO. A Geotechnical engineer shall sign for the soil study and recommended foundation design. A licensed Structural engineers shall approve the final project design and the Contractor shall provide all final design drawings/specifications to the KO/COR for final review and approval prior to the start of construction.

1.2 Background: The project is part of Global Peace Operations Initiatives (GPOI) Program in support of the U.S Security Cooperation Office in El Salvador.

1.3 Objectives: The objective of this project is the construction of a warehouse. The completion of this project will improve peace time operation training and increase training capacity.

1.4 Required Delivery: The work shall begin within ten (10) days of receipt of the Notice to Proceed (NTP) by the Contractor. The project shall be completed NLT 180 days from receipt of the NTP. The period of performance includes clean-up of the site area and all applicable inspections.

1.5 General Information:

1.5.1 Quality Control (QC): The Contractor shall develop and maintain an effective Quality Control Plan (QCP) to ensure services are performed in accordance with this SOW and applicable regulations. The Contractor shall develop and implement procedures to identify, prevent, and ensure non-recurrence of defective services. The Contractor’s QCP is the means by which the contractor assures that the work complies with the requirement of the contract.

Contractor shall deliver the QCP to the COR and the KO for approval within 15 days of contract award. The Contractor shall have five (5) working days from approval to submit any changes for COR and KO acceptance.

1.5.1.1 The contractor shall develop and implement procedures to identify, prevent, and ensure non-recurrence of defective services. After acceptance of the QCP, the contractor shall receive the KO’s acceptance in writing or any proposed changes to the QC procedures. The contractor shall submit QCP changes within five (5) days to the KO and COR for review and approval prior to implementation.

1.5.2 Quality Assurance (QA): The Government shall evaluate the Contractor’s performance under this contract in accordance with the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP). This plan is primarily focused on what the USG must do to ensure that the Contractor has performed in accordance with the performance standards. Contract quality requirements” means the technical requirements in the contract relating to the quality of the product or service and those contract clauses prescribing inspection, and other quality controls incumbent on the contractor, to ensure the product or service conforms to the contractual requirements. It defines how the performance standards will be applied, the frequency of surveillance, and the minimum acceptable defect rate(s).

1.5.3 Hours of Operation: The Contractor shall execute work within CEOPAZ during their normal hours of operation--work hours are Monday thru Friday from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM local time, subject to coordination with the COR and local Government representative. The Contractor must at all times maintain an adequate workforce for the uninterrupted performance of all tasks defined within this SOW. When hiring personnel, the Contractor shall keep in mind that the stability and continuity of the workforce are essential.

1.5.3.1 Recognized Holidays.

The following Holidays are recognized Holidays and CEOPAZ will not be available to contractor unless coordinated with COR will in advance:

January 1, Tuesday (New Year’s Day) April 18, Thursday (Holy Thursday) April 19, Friday (Holy Friday) April 20, Saturday (Holy Saturday) April 21, Sunday (Easter Sunday) May 1, Wednesday (Labor Day) May 10, Friday (Mother’s Day) June 17, Monday (Father’s Day) Aug 3-6, Saturday-Tuesday (Feast of San Salvador) September 15, Sunday (Independence Day) November 2, Saturday (All Soul’s Day) December 25, Wednesday (Christmas Day)

1.5.4 Place of Performance: The work to be performed under this contract will be performed at the CEOPAZ/CIFA, CA1 Carretera Panamericana, Carretera hacia Santa Ana, San Km 28, El Salvador. Coordinates for this site are 13°46'21.6"N and 89°22'35.6"W. Prior to the commencement of work, access to the installation shall be coordinated with CEOPAZ officials.

1.5.5 Type of Contract: The Government anticipates award of a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) type contract.

1.5.6 Security Requirements: The Contractor and/or associated subcontractor employees shall comply with applicable site access and local security policies and procedures.

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

1.5.6.2 Background Checks: The Contractor shall ensure contractor employees and subcontractor employees performing services under this contract have passed a security check conducted by the Host Nation Police Department of their residence or the State Police Department of their U.S. residence. Security checks that have been completed as part of a personnel security clearance background investigation, or a previous background check that was a condition of employment, meet this requirement. Documentation of these checks will be made available to the KO or COR upon request. The USG retains the right to exclude any employee from performance of duties under this contract if a background security check reveals an employee is a security risk. The exclusion of an employee for security reasons will not relieve the Contractor from performance of services required under this contract. If the USG determines additional background checks are required, at a minimum, and upon request from the USG, the Contractor shall provide to the KO or COR, the following information on any contractor or subcontractor employee performing services under this contract:

Full birth name Married name (if applicable) SSN or local equivalent (ID card number) Date of birth Place of birth (city, country)

1.5.6.2.1 Background Check Notification Requirements: If a background check on any employee or subcontractor employee performing services under this contract, whether the check was conducted as a condition of employment or as part of the contract with the USG, reveals any information from any source (including host country law enforcement) of criminal activity by Contractor employees, subcontractors, or subcontractor employees, the Contractor shall immediately notify the KO and COR of that information. The Contractor shall make notification of:

(1) Traffic violations, other than parking, will be reported to the KO or COR only if the contract is for drivers for the Government;

(2) Any suspicious activity by Contractor employees, subcontractors, or subcontractor employees the Contractor believes may pose a risk to U.S. or host nation national security or imminent risk of deadly bodily harm to any person; and

(3) Any actions taken against Contractor employees, subcontractors, or subcontractor employees pursuant to this requirement.

1.5.6.2.2 Remedies: In addition to other remedies available to the Government, the Contractor’s failure to comply with the requirements of this paragraph may result in requiring the Contractor to remove a Contractor employee or employees from the performance of the contract.

1.5.6.2.3 Subcontracts: The Contractor shall include the substance of this paragraph in all subcontracts.

1.5.6.3 Host Nation Installation Access with No DOD Facility: Contractor and all associated sub-contractor employees shall comply with applicable installation, facility and area commander installation/facility access and local security policies and procedures. The employee performing services under this contract 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, Security Office or the host nation equivalent.

1.5.6.4 Vetting: The Contractor company and all associated sub-contractor companies, must have been vetted by the US Embassy in the country which the contract will be performed. For the purposes of this contract, the company is considered vetted if the company is located in the country which the contract will be performed unless the company has been previously barred from performing services for the USG. If during a previous vetting process the company was barred from performing service for the USG, then that is grounds for termination of the contract. If the company is located outside of the country which the contract will be performed, the company must be vetted by the US Embassy in the country of performance. Vetting will coordinated through the US Embassy's DOD Security Cooperation Office (SCO) in the country of performance. If during any previous vetting process in other countries, the company is found to be barred from performing services for the Government; this finding is grounds for termination of the contract.

1.5.6.5 Operations Security (OPSEC) Awareness: If the Contractor, or a subcontractor, or employees of either disclose any information that disrupts or harms the USG's operations or activities, then the Government retains the right to exclude any employee from performance of duties under this contract. The exclusion of an employee for security reasons will not relieve the Contractor from performance of services required under this contract. By way of example, personnel shall not sketch or take photos of government facilities or activities, unless related to service to be provided. All government paper products and removable digital storage material that is received, generated, or stored during the contract will be destroyed completely when no longer needed to preclude recognition of information.

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

1.5.6.7 If applicable- Medical Travel Requirements: Contractor shall ensure that all Contractor employees and subcontractor employees are medically, dentally, and psychologically fit for performance of their duties. All U.S.

citizen and Third Country Nationals (TCN) contractor and subcontractor personnel must meet the medical screening requirements established by the United States Southern Command (USSOUTHCOM) Commander in the Medical Suitability Screening Regulation (SC Reg 40-501), as well as the requirements identified in FORCE HEALTH PROTECTION (FHP) GUIDANCE FOR DEPLOYMENT in the USSOUTHCOM AOR or their successors and follow immunization and health protection guidelines outlined therein. All immunizations must be obtained prior to traveling to the USSOUTHCOM Area of Responsibility (AOR). U.S. citizen and TCN contractor and subcontractor personnel traveling from a country outside of the USSOUTHCOM AOR must travel into the USSOUTHCOM AOR with a current copy of the Public Health Service Form 791, “International Certificate of Vaccination”. In addition, U.S. citizen and TCN contractor and subcontractor personnel traveling to the USSOUTHCOM AOR are required to be beneficiaries of a medical evacuation plan and service through an insurance plan provided by their employer or paid for individually.

1.5.6.8 If applicable- Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) Samples: The Contractor shall collect a DNA record for all U.S. citizen contractor and sub-contractor personnel traveling to the USSOUTHCOM AOR and shall have arrangements for storage of the DNA referenced specimen through a private facility or arrange for the storage of the specimen by contacting the Armed Forces Repository of Specimens Samples for the Identification of Remains (AFRSSIR) at:

http://www.afmes.mil/index.cfm?pageid=afdil.afrssir.overview or phone: (302) 346-8800.

In addition, U.S. citizen contractor and sub-contractor personnel shall comply with the requirements of DoDI 3020.41, Enclosure 3, para 8.b., or its successor.

1.5.6.9 If applicable- Foreign (OCONUS) Requirements: All U.S. citizen or resident, and TCN contractor personnel not normally residing in the USSOUTHCOM AOR, must comply with the training requirements listed in the Foreign Clearance Guide (FCG). Verification of the training shall be made available to the COR or KO upon request.

Additionally, they must receive personal security training that includes at a minimum:

(a) Safety and security issues facing employees within the USSOUTHCOM AOR,

(b) Identifies safety and security contingency planning activities, and

(c) Identifies ways to utilize safety and security personnel and other resources appropriately.

1.5.6.10 If applicable- Theater and Country Clearance Requirements: Contractor shall ensure all U.S. citizen or U.S. resident contractor employees and sub-contractor employees performing services under this who are traveling in the USSOUTHCOM AOR follow the requirements identified in the electronic Foreign Clearance Guide (FCG) at https://www.fcg.pentagon.mil/fcg.cfm and must have all necessary passports, visas, and other documents required to enter, exit, or work in the USSOUTHCOM AOR; must have the appropriate DOD identity credential(s); must have the appropriate special area, country, and theater clearance as required in DOD Directive 4500.54E.

1.5.6.11 Anti-Terrorism (AT) Awareness Training for Contractor Personnel Traveling Overseas: Upon award of the contract, or within 30 days of employment of new personnel performing services under this contract, the Contractor will coordinate with the supporting DoD Agency AT Officer through the COR or KO, for AOR specific AT awareness training for U.S. based Contractor employees and associated subcontractor employees. This training will be updated as required by the supporting installation AT policies. Verification of the training will be made available to the COR or KO upon request.

1.5.7 Synchronized Pre-deployment and Operational Tracker (SPOT): Not applicable.

1.5.8 Post Award Conference/Periodic Progress Meetings. The Contractor shall attend the pre-construction conference and all post award conferences convened by the KOIAW Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart

42.5. The KO and COR, with other USG personnel, as appropriate, may meet periodically with the contractor to review the contractor's performance. At these meetings the KO will apprise the contractor of how the USG views the contractor's performance and the contractor shall apprise the USG of problems, if any, being experienced. Appropriate action shall be taken to resolve outstanding issues. USG will notify contractor of conference/meeting at least 72 hours in advance. These meetings shall be at no additional cost to the USG.

1.5.9 Meeting Minutes. The Project Engineer/Architect may be required to meet at least weekly with the KO and/or the COR during the first month of construction and then as required throughout the period of performance. The Contractor shall be responsible for keeping minutes of these meetings. The written minutes of these meetings shall be signed by the Project Engineer/Architect and any other individuals in attendance, and be submitted to the KO for approval within ten (10) days after meeting concluded.

1.5.10 Contracting Officer Representative (COR). The USG COR will 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 USG drawings, designs, specifications: monitor Contractor's performance and approves progress payments on a monthly basis and notifies both the KO and Contractor of any deficiencies; 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.

1.5.11 Key Personnel. The following contractor personnel are considered key personnel by the USG: The Project Engineer/Architect, field engineer/architect, project superintendent/foreman, quality control representative, and any other engineers leading design (plans or calculations) efforts related to the project.

Minimum qualifications for all key personnel are listed below:

(a) The Project Engineer/Architect shall have a bachelor’s degree in engineering/architecture and maintain a valid professional registration that is accepted by the Government of El Salvador, and at least ten (10) years of experience.

(b) Field and design engineers/architects shall have a bachelor’s degree in engineering/architecture and maintain a valid professional registration that is accepted by the Government of El Salvador, and at least five (5) years of experience with projects of a similar type and magnitude.

(c) The project superintendent/foreman shall have at least three (3) years or three (3) projects of experience with projects of a similar type and magnitude.

(d) The Contractor’s quality control representative shall have at least five (5) years as a quality control inspector in the construction field.

The Contractor shall provide sufficient number of personnel, properly trained and qualified (i.e. civil engineer, architect, geotechnical engineer, electrical engineer, certified electricians and foremen), to perform the requirements of this contract at the worksite location. All non-laborer Contractor employees on this project shall maintain a proficiency licenses from the El Salvador.

The Contractor shall provide to the KO and COR the phone numbers of the Project Engineer/Architect and alternate(s), Field Engineer/Architect and Superintendent/Foreman to be available during duty and non-duty hours (to include evenings, holidays, and weekends) within fifteen (15) days of contract award.

1.5.11.1 Project Engineer/Architect Superintendent/Foreman.

1.5.11.1.1 The Contractor shall provide a Project Engineer/Architect who shall be a licensed engineer or architect and responsible for the performance of all work. The name of this person and an alternate(s), who shall act on behalf of the Contractor when the Project Engineer/Architect is absent, shall be designated in writing to the KO no later than ten (10) days after contract award. The Project Engineer/Architect shall have full authority to act for the Contractor on all contract matters relating to daily operation of this contract. The Project Engineer/Architect or alternate shall be available during the regular workday. The Project Engineer/Architect and alternate(s) Field Engineer/Architect and Superintendent/Forman phone numbers will be provided within 15 days of contract award.

The Project Engineer/Architect shall be responsible for overall management and coordination of this contract;

directing the onsite work; acquiring materials; resolving construction issues; and providing information about work progress to the KO and COR. The Project Engineer/Architect shall be highly knowledgeable of the project progress and have a good working knowledge of Spanish to be able to communicate effectively. By Good Working Knowledge the employee should be able to read/speak Spanish and understand agency regulations, operating instructions, memoranda, and related material concerning the field of work, to prepare correspondence and standardized reports, and to communicate effectively with Spanish speaking staff members and the general public, including both Spanish speaking and non-Spanish speaking persons, to include English.

1.5.11.1.2 The Field Engineer/Architect and Superintendent/Foreman shall be designated in writing to the KO no later than ten (10) days after contract award. These key personnel shall be physically present at the worksite when work is being performed at the site.

1.5.11.2 Personnel Listing.

1.5.11.2.1 After issuance of NTP, the Contractor shall have five (5) days to submit to the KO/COR a list of workers and Project Managers assigned to work at CEOPAZ (Biographic Data on Personnel). Required information for each individual on the personnel list for CEOPAZ shall include:

Full Name

Place and Date of Birth

Current Address

Identification number

1.5.11.2.2 Failure to provide any of the above information may be considered grounds for rejection and/or re-submittal of the personnel list.

1.5.12 Identification of Contractor Employees: Contractor’s personnel attending meetings, answering USG telephones, and working in other situations where their Contractor’s 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 USG 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.

1.5.13 Contractor Travel. Contractor Travel is not required nor authorized for the performance of this contract.

1.5.14 Other Direct Costs. Not applicable.

1.5.15 Data Rights. The USG has unlimited rights to all documents/materials produced under this contract. Any documents, designs, drawings, study and test outcomes, survey maps, belong to the USG and shall be turned over to the COR upon completion of the project. All documents and materials produced under this contract shall be USG owned and are the property of the USG with all rights and privileges of ownership/copyright belonging exclusively to the USG. These documents and materials may not be used or sold by the Contractor without written permission from the KO. All materials supplied to the USG shall be the sole property of the USG and may not be used for any other purpose. This right does not abrogate any other USG rights.

1.5.16 Laws and Regulations.

1.5.16.1 Compliance Required. The Contractor shall, as a minimum, and without additional expense to the USG, be responsible for complying with all El Salvadoran laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations applicable to the performance of the work, including those lawful orders of any governmental authority having jurisdiction. In the event that El Salvadoran law or regulation does not exist for a particular event, then the International version of at least equal coverage will apply. In the event of a conflict between the contract and such laws, regulations and orders, the Contractor shall promptly advise the KO of the conflict and of the Contractor's proposed course of resolution.

1.5.16.2 Labor, Health and Safety Laws. The Contractor shall comply with all local labor laws of El Salvador, regulations, customs and practices pertaining to labor, safety, and similar matters, to the extent that such compliance is not inconsistent with the requirements of this contract. The practices outlined in the El Salvador regulation “Normatividad Salud Ocupacional y Seguridad Industrial” are the minimum acceptable standards. The Contractor is responsible for training all personnel on fire and safety hazards. Contractor personnel in the performance of their duties shall immediately report fire hazards, safety hazards and unsafe conditions to their supervisor. In the event that a El Salvadoran law or regulation does not exist for a particular event, then the U.S. version that covers that particular event will be specified in the particular section of this SOW.

The Contractor and their subcontractors shall comply with El Salvadoran safety regulations and laws. Where project activities are not governed by El Salvadoran regulation, the contractor shall comply with international safety and health requirements.

1.5.17 Licenses and Permits.

1.5.17.1 Contractor Licenses and Permits. The Contractor shall, at no additional cost to the USG, obtain all licenses and permits required for performance of work. Contractor shall comply with all applicable national, regional, and local El Salvadoran laws, rules, and regulations. The Contractor shall submit proper documentation and evidence satisfactory to the KO demonstrating compliance with this requirement when directed by the KO.

1.5.17.2 Subcontractor Licenses and Permits. The Contractor shall inform the KO in writing that all subcontractors and others performing work at the CEOPAZ worksite have obtained all requisite licenses and permits. The Contractor shall submit a copy of the licenses and permits to the KO/COR demonstrating compliance with this requirement when directed by the KO.

1.5.18 Environmental Protection.

1.5.18.1 In order to present and provide for abatement and control of any environmental pollution arising from the activities in the performance of this contract, the Contractor shall comply with all applicable pollution control and abatement policies, and all applicable provisions of the El Salvadoran Codes and Military Base regulations/laws.

1.5.18.2 Environmental protection action required by this section shall consist of furnishing all labor, materials, and equipment and performing all work required for the abatement and prevention of pollution during and as the result of construction operations under this contract. For the purpose of this specification, environmental pollution is defined as the presence of chemical, physical, or biological elements or agents which adversely affect human health or welfare;

unfavorably alter ecological balances; detrimentally impact on biological species and/or their habitat; or degrade the aesthetic and recreational value of the area.

1.5.18.3 Spills and Disposals. The Contractor shall not pollute storm or sewer lines; or swales with fuels, oils, bitumen, calcium chloride, acid, construction wastes; or other harmful materials. It is the responsibility of the Contractor to investigate and comply with all applicable El Salvadoran laws concerning pollution of river and streams.

All work under this contract shall be performed in such a manner that objectionable conditions shall not be created in streams through or adjacent to the project areas.

1.5.18.4 Waste Material. Waste material is defined as any material for which no use or reuse is intended and which is to be discarded. Disposal of hazardous waste, containers or components thereof, shall be in a hazardous waste disposal site only and no other location shall be utilized for such disposal. Only hazardous waste sites which are permitted by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and/or the Government of El Salvador shall be utilized for such disposal actions. Contractor shall coordinate with El Salvadoran environmental agencies for disposal/storage activities. The Contractor shall maintain all required documentation related to hazardous material use and waste disposal in accordance with the Government of El Salvador regulations and requirements.

1.5.19 Personnel Workplace Safety. The Contractor shall ensure the safety of their personnel in accordance with El Salvadoran law section Normatividad Salud Ocupacional y Seguridad Industrial. The Contractor shall immediately correct all safety deficiencies upon notification of such deficiencies by the KO/COR and shall notify the KO/COR of the corrective action taken. The Contractor shall be responsible for the safety of their workers and all visitors at each work site; and ensure that all personnel are wearing appropriate safety gear at all times (i.e. safety glasses, helmet, harness, gloves, and safety shoes).

1.5.19.1 Accident Protection (AP) and Emergency Medical Treatment (EMT). The Contractor shall have personnel licensed by the El Salvador government to be trained and capable of dealing with minor personnel injuries.

The personnel shall be qualified to provide first aid in case of emergency. The number of AP and EMT personnel shall be sufficient to care for the number of employees at the site in the case of an emergency.

1.5.19.2 All work crews, Contractor management personnel, the KO and COR shall be provided with information pertaining to the Contractor's arrangements for emergency medical treatment no later than five (5) days after issuance of the NTP. This information shall be also posted at the job site. This information shall include the following:

Local Hospital: Name Phone No.

Local Ambulance: Name Phone No.

Local Doctor: Name Phone No

1.5.20 Marking of Work Zones. The Contractor shall mark all work zones using two lines of plastic yellow security ribbon. Yellow security ribbons shall be 8cm wide and supported on stable wood stakes. Likewise, the project excavation or high accident risk zones shall be signaled with warning signs or fences as protective measurements by the Contractor.

1.5.21 Construction Operations and Storage Areas.

1.5.20.1 Confinement to Authorized Areas. The Contractor should confine all operations (including storage of materials) to the CEOPAZ’s premises. USG agencies shall have access to the premises for official fire, safety, and security inspections and/or to conduct site visits as authorized by the KO.

1.5.20.2 Access to Contractor’s Storage Yard. The Contractor shall only store materials and equipment at a designated location in CEOPAZ. The specific worksite location will be coordinated with the CEOPAZ officials during the pre-construction conference or at a later date.

1.5.21 Contractor Vehicles.

1.5.21.1 Vehicular Access. The Contractor shall, and in accordance with any regulations specified by the municipal and CEOPAZ authorities, use only established site entrances and roadways at the worksite locations.

1.5.21.2 Vehicle List. The Contractor shall provide a list of all vehicles used in the performance of this contract to include vehicle description, valid vehicle registration…