Wagon PWS AO 11MAR25.docx

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS) TEMPLATE

Caisson Detachment Wagon

PART 1

GENERAL INFORMATION

1. General: This is a non-personal services contract to provide Caisson Detachment Wagons. The government shall not exercise any supervision or control over the contract service providers performing the services herein. Such contract service providers shall be accountable solely to the contractor who, in turn, is responsible to the government.

1.1 Description of Services/Introduction: The contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, and other items and non-personal services necessary to perform Caisson Detachment Wagon production as defined in this performance work statement except for those items specified as government furnished property and services. The contractor shall perform to the standards in this contract.

1.2 Background: The U.S. Army Caisson Detachment 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. On order, the Caisson Detachment provides assets in support of State Funeral missions and key strategic engagement ceremonies in and beyond the National Capitol Region. Caisson wagons are required for the Detachment Soldiers to complete military funerals, fulfilling their daily mission.

1.3 Objectives:

· Provide five copies of the “Caisson Detachment Wagon”

· Wagon is durable, with an expected lifespan of at least 30 years

· Wagon improves upon previous models (previous specifications are provided)

1.4 Scope: The contractor shall provide five copies of the Caisson Detachment Wagon with one option years for two more wagons. Scope includes the production and delivery of the wagon to 230 Caisson Circle, Joint Base Myer – Henderson Hall (JBM-HH), VA 22211. First two wagons are due to JBM-HH no later than 31 May 2025. Final three wagons are due to JBM-HH no later than 15 October 2025. The attached Previous Wagon Model Specifications (Attachment 1) specifies the Minimum Essential Characteristics (MECs) of the Caisson Wagon. Outward appearance substitutions are not authorized without government consult and approval. MECs for each uniform article shall be met.

1.5 Period of Performance: The period of performance shall be for one (1) base year and one (1) option year. The period of performance reads as follows:

Base Year: Contract Award – 15 October 2025 Option Year I: 15 October 2025 – 14 October 2026

1.6 General Information

1.6.1 Quality Control: Quality control is the responsibility of the contractor. The contractor is responsible for the delivery of quality supplies to the government (see FAR 52.246-1, Contractor Inspection Requirements). If the Caisson wagon is found to be defective or not meeting specifications, the contractor shall retrieve the wagon within 7 days from when contractor is notified. Any Caisson wagon defect that does not meet the minimum specifications will not be accepted and all shipping and defect correction costs are incurred at the cost of the contractor. The Wagon must be returned to the Detachment within 45 days from which the contractor is notified that a defect has been found.

The contractor shall develop, implement and maintain an effective quality control system that includes a written quality control plan (QCP). The QCP shall implement standardized procedure/methodology for monitoring and documenting contract performance to ensure all contract requirements are met. The contractors’ QCP must contain a systematic approach to monitor operations to ensure acceptable products are provided to the government. The QCP, as a minimum, shall address continuous process improvement; procedures for scheduling, conducting and documentation of inspection; discrepancy identification and correction; corrective action procedures to include procedures for addressing government discovered non-conformances; procedures for root cause analysis to identify the root cause and root cause corrective action to prevent re-occurrence of discrepancies; procedures for trend analysis; and procedures for collecting and addressing feedback/complaints. The contractor shall upon request provide to the government its quality control documentation. The Quality Control Plan (QCP) shall be delivered in accordance with the timeline in Technical Exhibit 2 – Deliverables. After acceptance of the quality control plan the contractor shall receive the contracting officer’s acceptance in writing of any proposed change to its QC system.

1.6.2 Quality Assurance: The government shall evaluate the contractor’s performance under this contract in accordance with the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan. This plan is a government-only document primarily focused on what the government must do to assure that the contractor has performed in accordance with the requirements of the contract.

1.6.3 Federal Government Holidays:

1.6.4 Hours of Operation: The contractor is responsible for conducting business, between the hours of 9:00am – 5:00pm, Monday through 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. For other than firm fixed price contracts, the contractor will not be reimbursed when the government facility is closed for the above reasons. The contractor must at all times maintain an adequate workforce for the uninterrupted performance of all tasks defined within this PWS when the government facility is not closed for the above reasons. When hiring personnel, the contractor shall keep in mind that the stability and continuity of the workforce are essential.

1.6.5 Place of Performance: Products and supplies delivered under this contract will be to Joint Base Myer – Henderson Hall, VA 22211.

1.6.6 Type of Contract: The government will award a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable Contract.

1.6.7 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.

1.6.8 Visit Notification. Site visits to inspect previous models of the Caisson Detachment Wagon are authorized. Contractor shall notify the government no later than 7 days prior to requested visit.

1.6.9 Special Qualifications

1.6.9.1 Contractor shall have documented experience working with and building horse drawn wagons and be familiar with specific horse health and wellness requirements when hitched in a wagon.

1.6.9.2 The Contractor shall secure base access for any driver making delivery through the Visitor Gates at JBMHH, prior to the date of delivery.

1.6.10 Post Award Conference/Periodic Progress Meetings: The contractor agrees to attend any post award conference convened by the contracting activity or contract administration office in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation Subpart 42.5, Post Award Orientation. The contracting officer, COR, and other government personnel, as appropriate, will meet periodically, quarterly as a minimum, with the contractor to review the contractor's performance. At these meetings the contracting officer will apprise the contractor of how the government views the contractor's performance and the contractor will apprise the government of problems, if any, being experienced. Appropriate action shall be taken to resolve outstanding issues. These meetings shall be at no additional cost to the government. Contractor shall submit the design of the caisson prior to build for government approval.

1.6.11 Contracting Officer Representative (COR): The 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 government drawings, designs, and specifications; monitor contractor's performance and notify both the contracting officer and contractor of any deficiencies; coordinate availability of government furnished property; and provide site entry of contractor personnel. A letter of designation issued to the COR, a copy of which is sent to the contractor, states the responsibilities and limitations of the COR, especially with regard to changes in cost or price, estimates or changes in delivery dates. The COR is not authorized to change any of the terms and conditions of the resulting order.

1.6.12 Key Personnel: The follow personnel are considered key personnel by the government: Contract Manager. The contractor shall provide a contract manager who shall be responsible for the performance of the work. The name of this person and an alternate who shall act for the contractor when the manager is absent shall be designated in writing to the contracting officer. The contract manager or alternate shall have full authority to act for the contractor on all contract matters relating to daily operation of this contract. The contract manager or alternate shall be available between 9:00am to 5:00pm, Monday through Friday except federal holidays or when the government facility is closed for administrative reasons.

1.6.13 Identification of Contractor Employees: The contractor (to include subcontractors) shall provide each employee an identification (ID) badge, which includes at a minimum, the company name, employee name and a color photo of the employee. ID badges for key personnel shall also indicate their job title. ID badges shall be worn at all times during which the employee is performing work under this contract. Each contractor (to include subcontractors) employees shall wear the ID badge in a conspicuous place on the front of exterior clothing and above the waist except when safety or health reasons prohibit. The contractor (to include subcontractors) shall be responsible for collection of ID badges upon completion of the contract or termination of employee. A listing of issued identification cards shall be furnished to the contracting officer prior to the contract performance date and updated as needed to reflect contractor and subcontractor personnel changes. All contract personnel attending meetings, answering government telephones, and working in other situations where their contractor status is not obvious to third parties are required to identify themselves as such to avoid creating an impression in the minds of members of the public that they are government officials. They must also ensure that all documents or reports produced by contractors are suitably marked as contractor products or that contractor participation is appropriately disclosed.

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

1.6.15 Contractor Travel: Transportation/Delivery to JBMHH shall be included in the firm fixed price of the Caisson wagon. There is no anticipated travel beyond JBMHH.

1.6.16 Other Direct Costs: All costs associated with the production, delivery, and defect correction shall be included in the awarded price of the contract.

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

1.6.18 Organizational Conflict of Interest:

a. Purpose. The primary purpose of this clause is to aid in ensuring that:

(1) The Contractor does not obtain an unfair competitive advantage by establishing the ground rules for a future competition;

(2) The Contractor's objectivity and judgment are not biased because of its present or future interests (financial, contractual, organizational, or otherwise) which relate to work performed under this contract; and

(3) The Contractor does not obtain an unfair competitive advantage by virtue of its access to non-public or proprietary information belonging to others.

b. Definitions.

(1) The term “Contractor” herein used means: (a) the organization (hereinafter referred to as "it" or "its") entering into this agreement with the Government; (b) all business organizations with which it may merge, join or affiliate now or in the future and in any manner whatsoever, or which hold or may obtain, by purchase or otherwise, direct or indirect control of it; (c) its parent organization if any and any of its present or future subsidiaries, associates, affiliates, or holding companies, and; (d) any organization or enterprise over which it has direct or indirect control now or in the future.

(2) The term "proprietary information" for purposes of this clause means any information considered so valuable by its owners that it is held secret by them and their licensees. Information furnished voluntarily by the owner without limitations on its use, or which is available without restrictions from other sources, is not considered proprietary.

c. Organizational Conflicts of Interest Examples. The following examples illustrate situations in which organizational conflicts of interest may arise. These examples are not all inclusive.

(1) Biased Ground Rules. This type of conflict may arise in situations where a company sets the ground rules for a future competition. For example, when a Contractor develops requirements then competes to provide products or services to satisfy those requirements, thus obtaining a competitive advantage.

(2) Impaired Objectivity. This type of conflict may exist where a Contractor’s obligations under a contract require objectivity, but another role of the Contractor casts doubt on its ability to be truly objective. An example of this type of conflict is where a Contractor’s work under one contract entails evaluating itself, its affiliates, or its competitors under a separate contract.

(3) Unequal Access to Information. This type of conflict may arise when a Contractor has access to nonpublic or proprietary information as part of its performance under a contract that gives it an unfair advantage in a competition for a later contract.

d. General Constraints. The provisions of FAR Subpart 9.5, Organizational and Consultant Conflicts of Interest, concerning organizational conflicts of interest govern this contract. Potential conflicts may exist in accordance with FAR 9.505-1, Providing Systems Engineering and Technical Direction, through 9.505-

4, Obtaining Access to Proprietary Information. In this regard, the Contractor is responsible for identifying any actual or potential organizational conflicts of interest to the Contracting Officer that arise as the result of performance under this contract. To avoid or mitigate a potential conflict related to performance under this contract, the Contracting Officer will impose appropriate constraints such as the constraints discussed below. Since it is impossible to foresee all of the circumstances that might give rise to organizational conflicts of interest, the constraints discussed below are not all inclusive and the Contracting Officer may impose constraints other than, or in addition to, the constraints listed below.

(1) The Contractor agrees that if it provides, under a contract or task order or delivery order, systems engineering and technical guidance for systems and programs, but does not have overall contractual responsibility, it will not be allowed to be awarded a contract or task or delivery order to supply the system or any of its major components or be a Subcontractor or consultant to a supplier of the system or any of its major components

(2) The Contractor agrees that if it prepares complete specifications for non-developmental items or assists in the preparation of work statements for a system or services under a contract or task order or delivery order, it shall not be allowed to furnish these items, either as a prime Contractor, a Subcontractor or as a consultant.

(3) The Contractor agrees that it shall neither evaluate nor advise the Government with regard to its own products or activities. The Contractor shall objectively evaluate or advise the Government concerning products or activities of any prospective competitors.

(4) The Contractor agrees that if it gains access to proprietary information of other companies, it shall exercise diligent effort to protect such proprietary information from unauthorized use or disclosure. In addition, the Contractor agrees to protect the proprietary information of other organizations disclosed to the Contractor during performance of this contract with the same caution that a reasonably prudent Contractor would use to safeguard highly valuable property. The Contractor also agrees that if it gains access to the proprietary information of other companies it shall enter into written agreements with the other companies to protect their information from unauthorized use or disclosure for as long as it remains proprietary and to refrain from using the information for any purpose other than that for which it was furnished. The Contractor shall provide copies of such agreements to the Contracting Officer.

(5) If the Contractor, in the performance of this contract, obtains access to plans, policies, reports, studies, financial plans, data or other information of any nature which has not been released or otherwise made available to the public, the Contractor agrees that without prior written approval of the Contracting Officer, it shall not: (a) use such information for any private purpose unless the information has been released or otherwise made available to the public, or (b) release such information unless release is otherwise authorized under the contract or such information has previously been released or otherwise made available to the public by the Government.

e. Non-Disclosure Agreements. The Contractor shall obtain from each employee who has access to proprietary information under this contract, a written agreement which shall in substance provide that such employee shall not, during his/her employment by the Contractor or thereafter, disclose to others or use for their benefit, proprietary information received in connection with the work under this contract. The Contractor shall educate its employees regarding the restrictions so that they shall not use or disclose proprietary information or data generated or acquired in the performance of this contract except as provided herein.

f. Training. The Contractor shall effectively educate its employees, through formal training, company policy, information directives and procedures, in an awareness of the legal issues so that each employee shall know and understand the bsolute necessity of safeguarding information from anyone other than the Contractor's employees who have a need to know, and the U.S. Government.

g. Subcontracts. The Contractor agrees that it shall include the provisions in paragraphs d., e., and f. above and this paragraph in consulting agreements, teaming agreements, and subcontracts of all tiers which involve access to information or the performance of services described in paragraph d. above. The use of this clause in such agreements shall be read by substituting the word "consultant" or "Subcontractor" for the word "Contractor" whenever the latter appears.

h. Additional Constraints. If this contract provides for the issuance of task or delivery orders, such orders may impose additional requirements and restrictions relating to this clause to include the requirement for the Contractor and its Subcontractors and employees to furnish the Government with written non-disclosure agreements or statements of no conflict of interest. With regard to any proposal submitted by the Contractor in response to a Request for Task or Delivery Order Proposal, by submitting its proposal the Contractor represents that it has disclosed to the Contracting Officer, prior to the issuance of the task or delivery order, all facts relevant to the existence or potential existence of organizational conflict of interest.

i. Conflicts Involving Future Procurements. The award of this contract, task or delivery orders issued under this contract, Government taskings, or acquiescence in the Contractor’s performance of services hereunder shall not constitute or be interpreted as a determination that the Contractor is eligible to participate in future procurements, developmental efforts, implementation efforts, or related activities. Only the Contracting Officers for such efforts, applying the rules, principles, and procedures have the authority to determine whether a conflict exists in connection with such procurements.

j. Representations and Disclosures.

(1) The Contractor represents that it has disclosed to the Contracting Officer, prior to award of this contract, all facts relevant to the existence or potential existence of organizational conflict of interest.

(2) The Contractor represents that if it discovers an organizational conflict of interest or potential conflict of interest after award of this contract, a prompt and full disclosure shall be made in writing to the Contracting Officer. This disclosure shall include a description of the action the Contractor has taken or proposes to take in order to avoid or mitigate such conflict.

k. Remedies and Waiver.

(1) For breach of any of the above restrictions or for non-disclosure or misrepresentation of any relevant facts required to be disclosed concerning this contract, the Government may terminate this contract for default, disqualify the Contractor for subsequent related contractual efforts, and pursue such other remedies as may be permitted by law or this contract. If, however, in compliance with this clause, the Contractor discovers and promptly reports an organizational conflict of interest (or the potential thereof) subsequent to contract award, the Contracting Officer may terminate this Contract or any task or delivery order issued under this Contract for convenience if such termination is deemed to be in the best interest of the Government.

(2) The parties recognize that this clause has potential effects which will survive the performance of this contract and that it is impossible to foresee each circumstance to which it might be applied in the future. Accordingly, the Contractor may at any time seek a waiver from the cognizant Contracting Officer by submitting a full written description of the requested waiver and the reasons.

1.6.19 COMBAT TRAFFICKING IN PERSON.

IAW FAR 52-222-50. Contractor Requirements.

The Contractor shall –

(1) Notify its employees of

(i) The U.S. Government's zero tolerance policy.

(ii) Actions that will be taken against employees for violations of this policy.

(2) Take appropriate action.

Part II, Trafficking in Persons (TIP)

1. The Contractor has a procedure for notifying employees of TIP and proof of such notification on file via:

i. Training records or

ii. Employee signature

2. Has documented actions on file citing appropriate action to TIP violations.

3. Record of documented violations to date (if any).

4. The Contractor has a procedure for notifying the Contracting Officer if information is received or actions related to TIP are observed.

PART 2

DEFINITIONS & ACRONYMS

2. DEFINITIONS AND ACRONYMS:

2.1. DEFINITIONS:

2.1.1. CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR. The official government representative delegated authority by the contracting officer to administer a contract. This individual is normally a member of the appropriate contracting/procurement career field and advises on all technical contractual matters.

2.1.2. CONTRACTOR. A supplier or vendor awarded a contract to provide specific supplies or services to the government. The term used in this contract refers to the prime.

2.1.3. CONTRACTING OFFICER. A person with authority to enter into, administer, and/or terminate contracts, and make related determinations and findings on behalf of the government. Note: The only individual who can legally bind the government.

2.1.4. CONTRACTING OFFICER'S REPRESENTATIVE (COR). An employee of the U.S. government appointed by the contracting officer to administer the contract. Such appointment shall be in writing and shall state the scope of authority and limitations. This individual has authority to provide technical direction to the contractor as long as that direction is within the scope of the contract, does not constitute a change, and has no funding implications. This individual does not have authority to change the terms and conditions of the contract.

2.1.5. DEFECTIVE SERVICE. A service output that does not meet the standard of performance associated with the performance work statement.

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

2.1.7. GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED PROPERTY (GFP) OR GOVERNMENT PROPERTY (GP). Property in the possession of, or directly acquired by, the government and subsequently made available to the contractor.

2.1.8. KEY PERSONNEL. Contractor personnel that are evaluated in a source selection process and that may be required to be used in the performance of a contract by the key personnel listed in the PWS. When key personnel are used as an evaluation factor in best value procurement, an offer can be rejected if it does not have a firm commitment from the persons that are listed in the proposal.

2.1.9. PHYSICAL SECURITY. Actions that prevent the loss or damage of government property.

2.1.10. QUALITY ASSURANCE. The government procedures to verify that services being performed by the contractor are acceptable in accordance with established standards and requirements of this contract.

2.1.11. QUALITY ASSURANCE SPECIALIST. An official government representative concerned with matters pertaining to the contract administration process and quality assurance/quality control. Acts as technical advisor to the contracting officer in these areas.

2.1.12. QUALITY ASSURANCE SURVEILLANCE PLAN (QASP). An organized written document specifying the surveillance methodology to be used for surveillance of contractor performance.

2.1.13. QUALITY CONTROL. All necessary measures taken by the contractor to assure that the quality of an end product or service shall meet contract requirements.

2.1.14. SUBCONTRACTOR. One that enters into a contract with a prime contractor. The government does not have privity of contract with the subcontractor.

2.1.15. WORK DAY. The number of hours per day the contractor provides services in accordance with the contract.

2.1.16. WORK WEEK. Monday through Friday, except for federal holidays unless specified otherwise.

2.2. ACRONYMS:

PART 3

GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY, EQUIPMENT, AND SERVICES

3. GOVERNMENT FURNISHED ITEMS AND SERVICES:

3.1. Services: N/A

3.2 Facilities: N/A

3.3 Utilities: N/A

3.4 Equipment: The government will provide all previous model specifications and full access to existing models of the Caisson Detachment Wagon. All aesthetic specifications shall match the previous models. Structural and functional specifications provided by the government are only guidelines and products for reference.

3.5 Materials: N/A

PART 4

CONTRACTOR FURNISHED ITEMS AND SERVICES

4. CONTRACTOR FURNISHED ITEMS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

4.1 General: The contractor shall furnish all supplies, equipment, facilities and services required to perform work under this contract that are not listed under Section 3 of this PWS.

4.2 Materials. The contractor shall provide all materials required for the production, delivery, and defect maintenance of the Caisson Detachment Wagon to meet the requirements of this PWS.

4.3 Equipment. The contractor shall provide all equipment required for the production, delivery, and defect maintenance of the Caisson Detachment Wagon to meet the requirements of this PWS.

PART 5

SPECIFIC TASKS

5. Specific Tasks:

5.1. Basic Services. The contractor shall provide five (5) Caisson Detachment Wagons with one (1) option year for two (2) additional wagon per option year. All outward aesthetic customizations for the wagon shall match the details in the Previous Model Example. Engineering shall support the following requirements:

5.1.1 Limber Design and Functionality:

· Adjustability: The limber features adjustable height settings with the ability to lock in 1.5" increments from 33" to 47" from the ground. Additionally, when in motion, the limber shall have the ability to move 10" up and down to help crest up and downhill slopes. When wagon stops, the vertical limber movement shall be no greater than 3.5”.

· Materials: Frame and other structural components shall be constructed of powder-coated stainless steel for durability. Outward aesthetic must match those as outlined in the previous models document and shall be constructed with high-grade aluminum.

· Detachment: The limber easily detaches from the caisson wagon at the support hitch. The limber pole can be detached separately at the support hinges. Shall act as a 5th wheel attachment and shall the ability to flex left and right with the movement of the horses’ steps as they pull the caisson.

· Brake System: A specialized brake system engages automatically when a predetermined weight threshold is exceeded in the downhill direction. Surge break shall act similar as a common boat trailer. Must be able to be disengaged in case of a malfunction.

· Weight Limit: Overall weight shall not exceed 2400 lbs.

· Suspension System: The limber utilizes an air suspension system to withstand the Daily Mileage (listed below) and is balanced while riding, supporting weight distribution needs. Air pressure shall be easily adjustable without crawling under the wagon.

· Seat: The Limber Seat must be sturdy while attached, and detachable for repairs.

· Limber Pole: Limber pole must be easily connected to the spreader bar with the use of carabiners.

· Limber Box: Limber box shall be weather resistant and sound dampening.

· Spreader Bar: Two spreader bars shall be provided with each caisson.

5.1.2 Caisson Wagon Design and Functionality:

· Wheel Design: 8cm (or 3 inch) wide wheels are used. A detailed maintenance plan for the wheels shall be developed.

· Tire Design: Wheels shall have solid rubber tires with a minimum vertical thickness of 1” composed of hard rubber or similar material to dampen the sound of the wagon noise while being driven on pavement. Wheels shall 55” tall.

· Parking Brake System: Drum brakes are employed for both forward and reverse movement.

· Suspension System: The wagon utilizes an air suspension system to withstand the Daily Mileage (listed below), minimize road transfer to horses, and is balanced, supporting weight distribution needs. Air pressure shall be easily adjustable without crawling under the wagon.

· Materials: Frame and other structural components shall be constructed of powder-coated stainless steel for durability. Outward aesthetic must match those as outlined in the previous models document and shall be constructed with high-grade aluminum.

5.1.3 Additional Design Considerations:

· Parking Brake Cover: A cover shall be added for the parking brake and the front hand brake on the caisson wagon.

· Wheel Rider Limber Pole Dip: The limber pole features a curved dip to provide space for wheel rider’s leg while riding.

· Reverse Movement Assist: A locking mechanism and support system are incorporated to ensure straight-line movement when reversing.

· Limber Design: Limber shall be a smooth box design with no indentations.

· Spare Wheel Provision: Provide one spare wheel for each wagon. If the limber and caisson wheels differ, provide one spare of each type per wagon.

· Spare Limber Pole: One spare limber pole shall be provided.

· Mileage: Wagon shall be able to sustain daily use and mileage of a minimum 10 miles per day @ 10 mph on 10% grade hills. Must be able to carry an 800lb casket.

· Maintenance Program/Lifecycle: Provide RA with a maintenance program based on age and mileage. Expectation is that the wagon lasts a minimum of 30 years with assistance of the maintenance program. Unit has access to wheeled vehicle mechanics, welders, leather workers, etc.

· Hub Maintenance: Hubs shall be designed such that maintenance is roughly 1x per 6 months.

· Weight Distribution:

· When stationary: Weight should sit on horse’s saddle, avoiding neck and anything behind the saddle

· When moving: Weight should move into the traces, with line of draft engaging horse’s breast collar

· When stopping weight shall go to the horses’ breech with assistance from the surge break. Weight cannot go into the connection of the limber and caisson

· When going downhill: there should be no change to how the weight is distributed on the horses, with assistance from the surge break.

· Casket Rollers: Wagon shall have casket rollers to ease loading and unloading of the casket, protect the top of the wagon and bottom of the casket.

· Caisson Box: The Caisson Box shall have a rubber cover on top edge of the back of the Caisson to protect the box from being damaged in the process of loading a casket. Additionally, Caisson box shall have a holder for the casket lock for storage when not in use.

· Caisson Kickstand: Kickstand shall be installed so that when the Caisson is detached from the limber box, the Caisson will be supported off the ground by the kickstand. The kickstand shall be able to be locked into position (up when not in use and down when in use).

· Sign Hook: A hook to hang a sign off the back of the Caisson shall be emplaced underneath and towards the rear of the Caisson. The hook shall not be visible, but a sign hanging from the hook shall be visible to personnel behind the Caisson.

5.2 Invoicing: Contractor will ensure all invoices are posted to Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) not later than thirty (30) days after shipment of supplies. Monthly invoices will incorporate reagent use from the first day of the month to the last day of said month. The Contractor shall provide a copy of each invoice and shipping document to the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) within 48 hours of delivery

PART 6

APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

6. APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

6.1. The contractor (to include sub-contractors) must abide by all applicable regulations, publications, manuals, and local policies and procedures.

TECHNICAL EXHIBIT 1

Performance Requirements Summary

The Contractor service requirements are summarized into performance objectives that relate directly to mission failure if not accomplished. The performance threshold briefly describes the minimum acceptable levels of service required for each requirement. These thresholds are critical to mission success.

100% Compliance

Contractor compliance rate shall be utilized as objective evidence of contract compliance and documented into the CPAR system: contractor shall repair deficiencies.

Delayed delivery will result in a 10% decrease of the price.

100% Compliance

Contractor compliance rate shall be utilized as objective evidence of contract compliance and documented into the CPAR system: contractor shall repair deficiencies.

Delayed delivery will result in a 10% decrease of the price.

TECHNICAL EXHIBIT 2

DELIVERABLES SCHEDULE

QCP

[PWS Sec 1.6.1] Once, 10 days following contract award date