SOW_ColonialWigs 20250626.pdf

Statement of Work (SOW)

Colonial Wigs Contract for the 3rd US Infantry Regiment

Part 1

1.0 General Information

1.1 Background: The 3rd U.S. Infantry, traditionally known as "The Old Guard," is the oldest active-duty infantry unit in the Army, serving our nation since 1784. It conducts memorial affairs operations in support of all Joint Services in Arlington National Cemetery to honor our Nation’s fallen service members and their families. As such, The Old Guard is the Army's official ceremonial unit and escort to the president. It also provides security for Washington, D.C., in time of national emergency or civil disturbance.

1.1.2 Objective: To establish an IDIQ contract to order up to 150 colonial-style wigs per year and provide a product that meets the requirements for specialty units of The Old Guard to include: The Old

Guard Fife and Drum Corps, Commander in Chief’s Guard, and Continental Color Guard. Requirements outlined in this Performance Work Statement will be used in future purchases.

1.1.3 Scope: The vendor shall perform to the standards and acceptable quality levels identified in this

PWS and associated contract documents.

1.2 Period of Performance (POP): One base year of 12 months and four option years of 12 months each for an IDIQ contract. Delivery Orders will be issued against this IDIQ contract each year and each delivery order will have a specified delivery date.

1.2.1 Quantity (IDIQ): Ability to purchase up to 150 colonial wigs each year for The Old Guard, military personnel performing ceremonial duties.

Minimum Quantity per Order: 50 Each

Maximum Quantity per Order: 150 Each

Minimum Quantity – Contract Quantity Per Year: 150

Maximum Quantity – Contract Quantity: 750

Requested Sizes: See details in “Description” for specifications and examples

1.2.2 Unsatisfactory Performance of the contract: If wigs do not meet the specifications, it shall not be accepted, and the government shall not be responsible for the payment. The contractor shall make all required corrections at no cost to the government.

1.2.3 Place of Performance: Services performed under this contract will be at vendors place of business.

1.3 Physical Security: The Contractor shall safeguard all Government equipment, information, and property provided for Contractor use.

1.3.1 Government Furnished Items and Services: The Government shall not provide any items or services.

1.3.2 Contractor Furnished Items and Responsibilities: The contractor shall deliver the items IAW each issued Delivery Order schedule.

1.4 Hours of Operation: The contractor is responsible for conducting business, between the hours of

9:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday thru Friday except Federal holidays or when the Government facility is closed due to local or national emergencies, administrative closings, or similar Government directed facility closings.

1.4.1 Recognized Holidays: The Contractor will not be expected to deliver on US, National, and

Religious Holidays (listed below). Exceptions will be limited to State funerals or unforeseen circumstances:

New Year’s Day Labor Day

Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday

Columbus Day

President’s Day

Veteran’s Day

Memorial Day

Thanksgiving Day

Juneteenth

Christmas Day

Independence Day

1.4.2 Delivery Schedule: The vendor shall deliver the requested quantity of wigs within 60 days from the receipt of each Delivery Order. One to four Delivery Orders will be issued each year, and the Quantity of each delivery order shall not exceed 150 units.

1.4.3 Deliver sample to: Mission & Installation Contracting Command (MICC) 9410 Jackson Loop Building 1425, Fort Belvoir, VA 22060. Attn: Carolina Banks

The contractor is required to provide 24-hour notice prior to the deliveries.

1.4.4 Type of Contract: Delivery order type, IDIQ Contract.

Part 2

2.0 Supplemental Information:

2.1 Special Instructions: The contractor shall provide professional and qualified personnel to maintain a quality control program for the performance requirements of this contract. Due to the high volume of mailto:luis.a.rodriguezocasio2.mil@army.mil mailto:marisol.c.lacour.mil@army.mil wear and tear that will be placed on these wigs, it is critical that the vendor provides a finished product that meets all requirements outlined in Part 3 of this statement of work.

2.2 Product Sample: Upon award of this contract, the vendor shall provide a product sample within 30 days, at no cost to the government, to ensure that all requirements within this SOW are maintained. The government shall evaluate the product to ensure it meets all requirements and provide any feedback that is within scope of this SOW.

3.2. Description: Wigs shall include the following specifications and features:

Acceptable:

• Style

• ¾ wig with skull cap made of mesh or lace

• Wig cap must fit head sizes between 6 ½ inches to 7 7/8 inches

• Wig cap will be of sufficient strength and stiffness to maintain its shape

• Hair Characteristics

• Straight, medium-bodied synthetic fiber

• Tight hair rows must conceal the wig lining

• Density

• Hair shall be medium density (120–130%) to allow ease of styling

• Hair Length

• Uniform 21-inch length across the skull cap

• . Subsequent hair rows shall be evenly spaced at ¼-inch intervals

• Construction

• Hair must be double knotted to the lining to prevent shedding

• Lining will be made of durable fishnet, mesh, or lace materials, strong enough to hold shape

• Durability

• Wigs must withstand regular washing, drying, and styling without the hair shedding or breaking

• Appearance

• Wigs will have minimal layering

• Consistent and historically accurate

• Color

• Powder White – color 60 white with a light sheen

Unacceptable:

• Style

• Lace front wigs are unacceptable

• Hair Characteristics

• No specified hair part

• Density

• Excessive thickness

• Hair Length

• Wig will have little to no layering

• Construction

• Absolutely no lace front wigs will be accepted

• Adjustable straps will be removed to avoid snagging

• Durability

• Use of lacquers or adhesives is avoided to keep the hair shape

• Appearance

• No visible lining or patchiness

• Color

• NO Snow white

• NO silver

• NO icy blonde/white

• NO reflective colors are acceptable

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Wig Photo Examples with Explanation

Wig on left is unacceptable because it is short and uneven in length, wavy in an appearance, and has a high sheen. Wig on the right is acceptable because it is longer and more evenly cut, straight in appearance, and has a lower sheen

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Wig on the left is unacceptable because it is extremely dense with less lace coverage, has thick curls, a tapered end, and tangles easily. Wig on the right is acceptable because it is less dense, has more lace coverage, has a straight/smooth cut, is evenly cut, and is less likely to tangle.

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Wig on the left contains an adjustable sizing clip that often gets tangled, making it unacceptable. The wig on the right is acceptable as it does not have an adjustable sizing clip.

The wig on the left is unacceptable because it has extremely short layering in the front, thus providing an unkempt appearance. The wig on the right is acceptable because it does not have short layering in the front, providing a more streamlined appearance.

The wig on the left is unacceptable for every reason previously stated. The wig on the right is easier to style, maintains the style longer, and meets every outlined specification.

Construction of wigs must comply with Berry Amendment requirement IAW DFARS 252.225-

7012, item made in the US and /or one of the listed 25 qualifying countries.