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‍Table of Contents

CONTINUATION BLOCK [4](#continuation-block)

2.1 SCHEDULE [7](#schedule)

2.2 PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT [12](#performance-work-statement)

CONTRACT CLAUSES [19](#contract-clauses)

CONTRACT DOCUMENTS, EXHIBITS, OR ATTACHMENTS
[34](#contract-documents-exhibits-or-attachments)

SOLICITATION PROVISIONS [62](#solicitation-provisions)

REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
[69](#representations-and-certifications)

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# ‍ CONTINUATION BLOCK

‍(continuation from Standard Form 1449, block 18A.)

1\. **Contract Administration:** All contract administration matters
will be handled by the following individuals:

a\. CONTRACTOR:

b\. GOVERNMENT: Contracting Officer 00786

Department of Veterans Affairs

National Cemetery Administration

Centralized Contracting Division (41D3A)

5105 Russell Road

Quantico VA 22134-3903

2\. **CONTRACTOR REMITTANCE ADDRESS:** All payments by the Government to
the contractor will be made in accordance with:

\[X\] 52.232-34, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer -

Other than Central Contractor Registration, or

\[\] 52.232-36, Payment by Third Party

3\. **INVOICES**: Invoices shall be submitted in arrears:

a\. Quarterly \[ \]

b\. Semi-Annually \[ \]

c\. Other \[X\] -- Monthly for completed items or sub items

4\. **GOVERNMENT INVOICE ADDRESS:** All invoices from the contractor
shall be mailed to the following address:

Department of Veterans Affairs

FMS-786

Financial Services Center

P.O. Box 149971

Austin TX 78714-8971

OFFERORS MUST COMPLETE AND RETURN ALL INFORMATION DESIGNATED IN
52.212-1, INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS - COMMERCIAL ITEMS, PARAGRAPH b,
PRIOR TO THE TIME SPECIFIED IN BLOCK 8 OF SF 1449 IN ORDER TO BE
CONSIDERED FOR AWARD.

**ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF AMENDMENTS:** The offeror acknowledges receipt of
amendments to the Solicitation numbered and dated as follows:

AMENDMENT NO DATE

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Sealed offers for furnishing the supplies or services in the Schedule
will be received at the address specified in Block 9 of SF 1449 until
the date and time specified in Block 8. CAUTION - LATE Submissions,
Modifications, and Withdrawals: See provision 52.212-1. All offers are
subject to all terms and conditions of this solicitation.

**Additional Information For Offerors**

### Requirements Contract

This solicitation is for a firm fixed-price requirements contract.
Offeror's attention is directed to FAR Clause 52.216-21 "Requirements
Alternate I", which is part of this contract.

### Non-Personal Services Contract

The services provided in the contract will involve non-personal
services. The personnel rendering the services of the contract are not
subject, either by contract terms or by the manner of its
administration, to the supervision and control usually prevailing in
relationships between the Government and its employees.

### Proposal Package

The Offeror's proposal package should contain the following:

-   2 copies of SF1449 with completed blocks 17a & 30, and DUNS number
    entered in block 17a

-   2 copies of Price Proposal for all items in the schedule

-   2 copies of Acknowledgement of any amendments

-   2 copies of Completed FAR Clause 52.223-3 "Hazardous Material
    Identification and Material Safety Data"

-   2 copies of Completed FAR Provision 52.212-3 "Certifications and
    Representations" or indicate whether contractor has completed the
    annual representations and certifications electronically at
    [http://orca.bpn.gov](http://orca.bpn.gov/).

-   4 copies of Technical proposal (see FAR Provision 52.212-2
    "Evaluation -- Commercial Items).

-   4 copies of 3 Past Performance References

Submit proposal packages to the issuing Contracting Office indicated in
block 9 of the 1449. Proposal packages that do not contain all the above
materials will be rejected as non-responsive.

**Basis of Award**

Award will be made to the responsible, lowest price, technically
acceptable proposal in accordance with FAR 15.101-2. Past performance
will be evaluated in accordance with FAR 15.305. Technical Capability
and Past Performance will be evaluated on a Pass/Fail basis in
accordance with FAR 15.101-2, 15.304, and 15.305. No tradeoffs will be
performed.

**Site Visits**

Offerors are encouraged and expected to visit and inspect the site where
services are to be performed, prior to submitting their proposal. FAR
Provision 52.237-1 "Site Visit" is part of this solicitation. In no
event shall failure to inspect the site constitute grounds for a claim
after contract award. Site visits may be scheduled by contacting the
Cemetery Directory at (866) 236-8159.

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## ‍ 2.1 SCHEDULE

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Contractor shall provide all labor, supervision, materials, equipment,
tools and supplies necessary to provide complete Cemetery Grounds
Maintenance Services to the Georgia National Cemetery, following VA
National Cemetery Administration Operational Standards & Measures and
Standard Operating Procedures. Contract period will consist of a base
period from date of contract award through September 30, 2006, with four
one-year options to extend the term of the contract through September
30, 2010. Units and services to be in accordance with Performance Work
Statement, Performance Incentives / Disincentives, terms and conditions
contained in this solicitation.

**BASE YEAR (April 1, 2006 (or date of contract award) through September
30, 2006)**

+-----+------------------------------+-----+----+--------+-----------+
| **[ | **[[Description              | *   | ** | **     | **[[Total |
| [CL | ]{.underline}]{.smallcaps}** | *[[ | [[ | [[Unit | Price]    |
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|     |                              |     | ** |        |           |
+-----+------------------------------+-----+----+--------+-----------+
| 001 | Grounds Maintenance Services | 60  | A  |        |           |
|     | to include Turf Maintenance, |     | cr |        |           |
|     | plant and tree maintenance,  |     | es |        |           |
|     | mowing, trimming and edging; |     |    |        |           |
|     | sweeping or blowing off of   |     |    |        |           |
|     | roads and walkways; trash    |     |    |        |           |
|     | removal; debris removal,     |     |    |        |           |
|     | irrigation management;       |     |    |        |           |
|     | (approximately 10 acres per  |     |    |        |           |
|     | month)                       |     |    |        |           |
+-----+------------------------------+-----+----+--------+-----------+
| 002 | Headstone Cleaning and       | 1   | ea |        |           |
|     | Maintenance                  |     |    |        |           |
|     |                              |     |    |        |           |
|     | headstones                   |     |    |        |           |
+-----+------------------------------+-----+----+--------+-----------+
| 003 | Snow and Ice Removal         | 1   | J  |        |           |
|     |                              |     | ob |        |           |
+-----+------------------------------+-----+----+--------+-----------+
| 004 | Sunken Grave Repair          | 1   | ea |        |           |
+-----+------------------------------+-----+----+--------+-----------+
| 005 | Janitorial service including | 6   | Mo |        |           |
|     | maintenance supplies - Admin |     |    |        |           |
|     | & maintenance complex        |     |    |        |           |
|     | (including all restrooms)    |     |    |        |           |
|     | (approx, 4,000 sq st)        |     |    |        |           |
+-----+------------------------------+-----+----+--------+-----------+
| 006 | Janitorial service including | 1   | Mo |        |           |
|     | maintenance supplies -       |     |    |        |           |
|     | Public Information Building  |     |    |        |           |
|     | (including all restrooms)    |     |    |        |           |
|     | 1300 net sq footage.         |     |    |        |           |
+-----+------------------------------+-----+----+--------+-----------+
| 007 | Transportation of casketed   | 750 | ea |        |           |
|     | remains and floral           |     |    |        |           |
|     | arrangements from committal  |     |    |        |           |
|     | shelter to gravesite         |     |    |        |           |
+-----+------------------------------+-----+----+--------+-----------+
| 008 | Headstone Raise, Lower,      | 1   | ea |        |           |
|     | Realign, Reset, Backfill     |     |    |        |           |
+-----+------------------------------+-----+----+--------+-----------+
| 009 | Headstone receiving and      | 1   | ea |        |           |
|     | setting                      | 500 |    |        |           |
+-----+------------------------------+-----+----+--------+-----------+
| 010 | Replacement receiving &      | 50  | ea |        |           |
|     | setting                      |     |    |        |           |
+-----+------------------------------+-----+----+--------+-----------+
| 011 | Sod placement & Seeding of   | 750 | ea |        |           |
|     | casketed sites               |     |    |        |           |
+-----+------------------------------+-----+----+--------+-----------+
| 012 | Daily Interment Shelter      | 125 | ea |        |           |
|     | Set-up/cleaning (3 shelters) |     |    |        |           |
+-----+------------------------------+-----+----+--------+-----------+
| 013 | Mowing of Type 2 Buffer area | 11  | A  |        |           |
|     | (Once annually)              |     | cr |        |           |
|     |                              |     | es |        |           |
+-----+------------------------------+-----+----+--------+-----------+
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+-----+------------------------------+-----+----+--------+-----------+

**OPTION YEAR I (October 1, 2006-- September 30, 2007)**

+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
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+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
| 1  | Grounds Maintenance Services  | 492 | A  |         |           |
| 01 | to include Turf Maintenance,  |     | cr |         |           |
|    | plant and tree maintenance,   |     | es |         |           |
|    | mowing, trimming and edging;  |     |    |         |           |
|    | sweeping or blowing off of    |     |    |         |           |
|    | roads and walkways; trash     |     |    |         |           |
|    | removal; debris removal;      |     |    |         |           |
|    | irrigation management         |     |    |         |           |
|    | (approximately 41 acres per   |     |    |         |           |
|    | month)                        |     |    |         |           |
+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
| 1  | Headstone Cleaning and        | 2   | ea |         |           |
| 02 | Maintenance                   | 500 |    |         |           |
|    |                               |     |    |         |           |
|    | headstones (twice yearly)     |     |    |         |           |
+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
| 1  | Snow and Ice Removal          | 2   | J  |         |           |
| 03 |                               |     | ob |         |           |
+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
| 1  | Sunken Grave Repair           | 50  | ea |         |           |
| 04 |                               |     |    |         |           |
+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
| 1  | Janitorial service including  | 12  | Mo |         |           |
| 05 | maintenance supplies - Admin  |     |    |         |           |
|    | & maintenance complex         |     |    |         |           |
|    | (including all restrooms)     |     |    |         |           |
|    | 4000 net sq footage.          |     |    |         |           |
+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
| 1  | Janitorial service including  | 6   | Mo |         |           |
| 06 | maintenance supplies - Public |     |    |         |           |
|    | Information Building          |     |    |         |           |
|    | (including all restrooms)     |     |    |         |           |
|    | 1300 net sq footage.          |     |    |         |           |
+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
| 1  | Transportation of casketed    | 1   | ea |         |           |
| 07 | remains and floral            | 500 |    |         |           |
|    | arrangements from committal   |     |    |         |           |
|    | shelter to gravesite          |     |    |         |           |
+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
| 1  | Headstone Raise, Lower,       | 100 | ea |         |           |
| 08 | Realign, Reset, Backfill      |     |    |         |           |
+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
| 1  | Headstone receiving and       | 2   | ea |         |           |
| 09 | setting                       | 000 |    |         |           |
+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
| 1  | Replacement receiving &       | 150 | ea |         |           |
| 10 | setting                       |     |    |         |           |
+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
| 1  | Sod placement & Seeding of    | 1   | ea |         |           |
| 11 | casketed sites                | 500 |    |         |           |
+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
| 1  | Daily Interment Shelter       | 250 | ea |         |           |
| 12 | Set-up/cleaning (3 shelters)  |     |    |         |           |
+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
| 1  | Mowing of Type 2 Buffer area  | 22  | A  |         |           |
| 13 | (twice annually)              |     | cr |         |           |
|    |                               |     | es |         |           |
+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
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+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+

**OPTION YEAR 2 (October 1, 2007-- September 30, 2008)**

+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
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+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
| 2  | Grounds Maintenance Services  | 492 | A  |         |           |
| 01 | to include Turf Maintenance,  |     | cr |         |           |
|    | plant and tree maintenance,   |     | es |         |           |
|    | mowing, trimming and edging;  |     |    |         |           |
|    | sweeping or blowing off of    |     |    |         |           |
|    | roads and walkways; trash     |     |    |         |           |
|    | removal; debris removal;      |     |    |         |           |
|    | irrigation management         |     |    |         |           |
|    | (approximately 41 acres per   |     |    |         |           |
|    | month)                        |     |    |         |           |
+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
| 2  | Headstone Cleaning and        | 4   | ea |         |           |
| 02 | Maintenance                   | 500 |    |         |           |
|    |                               |     |    |         |           |
|    | headstones (twice yearly)     |     |    |         |           |
+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
| 2  | Snow and Ice Removal          | 2   | J  |         |           |
| 03 |                               |     | ob |         |           |
+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
| 2  | Sunken Grave Repair           | 150 | ea |         |           |
| 04 |                               |     |    |         |           |
+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
| 2  | Janitorial service including  | 12  | Mo |         |           |
| 05 | maintenance supplies - Admin  |     |    |         |           |
|    | & maintenance complex         |     |    |         |           |
|    | (including all restrooms)     |     |    |         |           |
|    | 4000 net sq footage.          |     |    |         |           |
+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
| 2  | Janitorial service including  | 12  | Mo |         |           |
| 06 | maintenance supplies - Public |     |    |         |           |
|    | Information Building          |     |    |         |           |
|    | (including all restrooms)     |     |    |         |           |
|    | 1300 net sq footage.          |     |    |         |           |
+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
| 2  | Transportation of casketed    | 1   | ea |         |           |
| 07 | remains and floral            | 500 |    |         |           |
|    | arrangements from committal   |     |    |         |           |
|    | shelter to gravesite          |     |    |         |           |
+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
| 2  | Headstone Raise, Lower,       | 150 | ea |         |           |
| 08 | Realign, Reset, Backfill      |     |    |         |           |
+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
| 2  | Headstone receiving and       | 2   | ea |         |           |
| 09 | setting                       | 000 |    |         |           |
+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
| 2  | Replacement receiving &       | 150 | ea |         |           |
| 10 | setting                       |     |    |         |           |
+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
| 2  | Sod placement & Seeding of    | 1   | ea |         |           |
| 11 | casketed sites                | 500 |    |         |           |
+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
| 2  | Daily Interment Shelter       | 250 | ea |         |           |
| 12 | Set-up/cleaning (3 shelters)  |     |    |         |           |
+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
| 2  | Mowing of Type 2 Buffer area  | 22  | A  |         |           |
| 13 | (twice annually)              |     | cr |         |           |
|    |                               |     | es |         |           |
+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
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+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+

**OPTION YEAR 3 (October 1, 2008-- September 30, 2009)**

+----+------------------------------+-----+-----+--------+-----------+
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+----+------------------------------+-----+-----+--------+-----------+
| 3  | Grounds Maintenance Services | 492 | Ac  |        |           |
| 01 | to include Turf Maintenance, |     | res |        |           |
|    | plant and tree maintenance,  |     |     |        |           |
|    | mowing, trimming and edging; |     |     |        |           |
|    | sweeping or blowing off of   |     |     |        |           |
|    | roads and walkways; trash    |     |     |        |           |
|    | removal; debris removal;     |     |     |        |           |
|    | irrigation management        |     |     |        |           |
|    | (approximately 41 acres per  |     |     |        |           |
|    | month)                       |     |     |        |           |
+----+------------------------------+-----+-----+--------+-----------+
| 3  | Headstone Cleaning and       | 6   | ea  |        |           |
| 02 | Maintenance                  | 500 |     |        |           |
|    |                              |     |     |        |           |
|    | headstones (twice yearly)    |     |     |        |           |
+----+------------------------------+-----+-----+--------+-----------+
| 3  | Snow and Ice Removal         | 2   | Job |        |           |
| 03 |                              |     |     |        |           |
+----+------------------------------+-----+-----+--------+-----------+
| 3  | Sunken Grave Repair          | 250 | ea  |        |           |
| 04 |                              |     |     |        |           |
+----+------------------------------+-----+-----+--------+-----------+
| 3  | Janitorial service including | 12  | Mo  |        |           |
| 05 | maintenance supplies - Admin |     |     |        |           |
|    | & maintenance complex        |     |     |        |           |
|    | (including all restrooms)    |     |     |        |           |
|    | 4000 net sq footage.         |     |     |        |           |
+----+------------------------------+-----+-----+--------+-----------+
| 3  | Janitorial service including | 12  | Mo  |        |           |
| 06 | maintenance supplies -       |     |     |        |           |
|    | Public Information Building  |     |     |        |           |
|    | (including all restrooms)    |     |     |        |           |
|    | 1300 net sq footage.         |     |     |        |           |
+----+------------------------------+-----+-----+--------+-----------+
| 3  | Transportation of casketed   | 1   | ea  |        |           |
| 07 | remains and floral           | 500 |     |        |           |
|    | arrangements from committal  |     |     |        |           |
|    | shelter to gravesite         |     |     |        |           |
+----+------------------------------+-----+-----+--------+-----------+
| 3  | Headstone Raise, Lower,      | 200 | ea  |        |           |
| 08 | Realign, Reset, Backfill     |     |     |        |           |
+----+------------------------------+-----+-----+--------+-----------+
| 3  | Headstone receiving and      | 2   | ea  |        |           |
| 09 | setting                      | 000 |     |        |           |
+----+------------------------------+-----+-----+--------+-----------+
| 3  | Replacement receiving &      | 150 | ea  |        |           |
| 10 | setting                      |     |     |        |           |
+----+------------------------------+-----+-----+--------+-----------+
| 3  | Sod placement & Seeding of   | 1   | ea  |        |           |
| 11 | casketed sites               | 500 |     |        |           |
+----+------------------------------+-----+-----+--------+-----------+
| 3  | Daily Interment Shelter      | 250 | Da  |        |           |
| 12 | Set-up/cleaning (3 shelters) |     | ily |        |           |
+----+------------------------------+-----+-----+--------+-----------+
| 3  | Mowing of Type 2 Buffer area | 22  | Ac  |        |           |
| 13 | (twice annually)             |     | res |        |           |
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|    | plant and tree maintenance,   |     | es |         |           |
|    | mowing, trimming and edging;  |     |    |         |           |
|    | sweeping or blowing off of    |     |    |         |           |
|    | roads and walkways; trash     |     |    |         |           |
|    | removal; debris removal;      |     |    |         |           |
|    | irrigation management         |     |    |         |           |
|    | (approximately 41 acres per   |     |    |         |           |
|    | month)                        |     |    |         |           |
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| 4  | Headstone Cleaning and        | 8   | ea |         |           |
| 02 | Maintenance                   | 500 |    |         |           |
|    |                               |     |    |         |           |
|    | headstones (twice yearly)     |     |    |         |           |
+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
| 4  | Snow and Ice Removal          | 2   | J  |         |           |
| 03 |                               |     | ob |         |           |
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| 4  | Sunken Grave Repair (not      | 250 | ea |         |           |
| 04 | applicable in Base Year)      |     |    |         |           |
+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
| 4  | Janitorial service including  | 12  | Mo |         |           |
| 05 | maintenance supplies - Admin  |     |    |         |           |
|    | & maintenance complex         |     |    |         |           |
|    | (including all restrooms)     |     |    |         |           |
|    | 4000 net sq footage.          |     |    |         |           |
+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
| 4  | Janitorial service including  | 12  | Mo |         |           |
| 06 | maintenance supplies - Public |     |    |         |           |
|    | Information Building          |     |    |         |           |
|    | (including all restrooms)     |     |    |         |           |
|    | 1300 net sq footage.          |     |    |         |           |
+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
| 4  | Transportation of casketed    | 1   | ea |         |           |
| 07 | remains and floral            | 500 |    |         |           |
|    | arrangements from committal   |     |    |         |           |
|    | shelter to gravesite          |     |    |         |           |
+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
| 4  | Headstone Raise, Lower,       | 200 | ea |         |           |
| 08 | Realign, Reset, Backfill      |     |    |         |           |
+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
| 4  | Headstone receiving and       | 2   | ea |         |           |
| 09 | setting                       | 000 |    |         |           |
+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
| 4  | Replacement receiving &       | 150 | ea |         |           |
| 10 | setting                       |     |    |         |           |
+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
| 4  | Sod placement & Seeding of    | 1   | ea |         |           |
| 11 | casketed sites                | 500 |    |         |           |
+----+-------------------------------+-----+----+---------+-----------+
| 4  | Daily Interment Shelter       | 250 | D  |         |           |
| 12 | Set-up/cleaning (3 shelters)  |     | ai |         |           |
|    |                               |     | ly |         |           |
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| 4  | Mowing of Type 2 Buffer area  | 22  | A  |         |           |
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## ‍ 2.2 PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

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1.  **GENERAL INFORMATION:**

    a.  This is a performance-based contract for cemetery facilities
        maintenance services at Georgia National Cemetery, Canton, GA,
        hereafter referred to as "Cemetery." The overall responsibility
        of the Contractor is to plan, coordinate, organize, manage, and
        perform the activities described herein, which are required to
        maintain an acceptable appearance of the cemetery grounds.

    b.  National cemeteries are a resting place for our nation\'s heroes
        and as such, the standards for management, maintenance and
        appearance of these cemeteries have been established by the
        National Cemetery Administration to reflect this nation\'s
        concern and respect for those interred there. The National
        Cemetery Administration (NCA) mission: the NCA honors veterans
        with a final resting place and lasting memorials that
        commemorate their service to our nation.

# INTRODUCTION:

This Performance Work Statement describes the basic objectives of the
Georgia National Cemetery. The Performance Based Service Contract
provides potential offerors the flexibility to develop cost effective
solutions and the opportunity to propose innovative alternatives to meet
the stated objectives. It also presents the Government with an
opportunity to assess the offeror\'s understanding of all aspects of the
effort to be performed by eliminating the \"how to\" instructions to
accomplish the required effort normally contained on the Statement of
Work that the Government traditionally provides to prospective offerors.
Minimum levels of performance and disincentive for failure to meet the
minimum levels are outlined in the "Performance Of Work Requirements
Summary" contained in Attachment C.

# BACKGROUND:

The Georgia National Cemetery is located at 2025 Mount Carmel Church
Lane, Canton, GA 30114. The cemetery is under construction, the base
year will include 10 acres for mowing and that will increase up to 41
acres during this contract (option year 1) as construction is completed.
The cemetery's anticipated burial rate will be 2000-2500 per year.
National Cemeteries are National Shrines. The standards of maintenance
and appearance at these cemeteries must reflect this nation\'s concern
for those interred there. For this reason, strict adherence to the
specifications is required as well as National Cemetery Administration
standards.

# DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES:

The contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tools,
supervision, and other items and services necessary to ensure that
grounds maintenance is performed at Georgia National Cemetery in a
manner that will maintain healthy grass, trees, shrubs, and plants and
present a clean, neat, and professional appearance throughout. Services
include, but are not limited to maintenance of grounds, regular mowing,
weed eating, removal of leaves and debris, as well as, sweeping or
blowing off roads and sidewalks, maintenance of gravesites and
headstones, and the alignment and washing of headstones, headstone
installation and maintenance, turf maintenance, plant and tree
maintenance, sunken grave repair, trash removal, snow and ice removal,
placement and removal of flags, and janitorial services. All work will
be done during normal Federal workdays in daylight hours. The exception
is Memorial Day, which shall be considered a work day at the Cemetery.

###### PROGRAM OBJECTIVES:

c.  The Contractor shall be responsible for full management of the
    facility's maintenance services described herein. The Government's
    objectives are described in the NCA's "Operational Standards and
    Measures" contained in Attachment B. The Contractor shall develop a
    "Performance Work Plan" that contains solutions to accomplish the
    same objectives as stated in the NCA "Operational Standards and
    Measures", as they are applicable to the services required in the
    Schedule. The Contractor may use whatever method he/she chooses to
    meet the objectives, as long as the end result satisfies the minimum
    acceptable levels of performance as defined in the Performance Work
    Requirements Summary contained in Attachment C.

d.  The Contractor shall be responsible for:

    i.  Providing all grounds maintenance services including, but not
        limited to: Maintenance of grounds, regular mowing, edging,
        trimming, removal of leaves and debris, as well as, sweeping or
        blowing off roads and sidewalks, and trash removal.

    ii. Turf Maintenance: Proper fertilizing, weeding, sodding and
        seeding of turf.

    iii. Turf surrounding a headstone or marker is trimmed to its
         recommended height.

    iv. Plant and Tree Maintenance.

    v.  Maintenance of gravesites and headstones.

    vi. Headstone cleaning and maintenance.

    vii. Headstone Setting and Alignment

    viii. Sunken grave repair.

    ix. Transportation of caskets from committal shelter to gravesite.

    x.  Snow and ice removal.

    xi. Placement and removal of flags.

    xii. Provide a safe working environment for Contractor, cemetery
         staff and general public.

    xiii. Clean and sanitize public restrooms.

    xiv. Clean administration and maintenance building to include
         offices, lunch room, honor team room and all restrooms.

    xv. Ensuring all work conforms to the NCA's established National
        Standards.

###### 

###### CONTRACT OBJECTIVES:

e.  To use an innovative and creative technical approach to manage the
    cemetery facilities maintenance operations at the Georgia National
    Cemetery in order to maintain the high standards of appearance as a
    National Shrine, in accordance with standard commercial practices
    and the NCA's "Operational Standards and Measures" (Version 2.0,
    October 2004).

f.  To have the Contractor propose a business solution using performance
    based contracting techniques with incentives and disincentives
    designed to reward superior performance.

g.  Specifically, the Contractor shall establish a performance plan
    focusing on criteria such as healthy grass, trees, shrubs, and
    plants and a clean, neat and professional appearance overall. The
    plan will include a performance work schedule, list of materials the
    contractor plans to use, labor and a quality control plan to monitor
    the contractor's performance in meeting the cemetery goals.

h.  The minimum life of the contract should be one base period with
    options to extend the term of the contract up to four (4) additional
    years. The maximum life of the contract, including any options,
    shall not exceed five (5) years.

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2.  **STANDARDS OF EMPLOYEE CONDUCT:**

    a.  Contractor and Contractor personnel shall be required to adhere
        to the following standards of dress and conduct while performing
        work in the National Cemetery. These standards and regulations
        are enforceable under Title 38, U.S.C., Part I, Chapter 9,
        Section 901.

        i.  Be fully clothed at all times, to include long slacks or
            pants and shirt, buttoned up from neck to waist. Clothing
            shall be clean each day. Any soiled clothing should be
            cemetery work-related that day. T-shirts and/or tank tops as
            outer garments are prohibited. Shoes/boots will have no
            holes or loose soles. Steel-toed shoes will be required in
            accordance with OSHA requirements. Contractor employees will
            maintain personal hygiene.

        ii. Shall not engage in loud or boisterous behavior or use
            profane or abusive language. Shall show proper reverence
            during committal services.

        iii. Shall neither eat nor drink beverages (except water or
             non-alcoholic drinks) in the work areas, nor in site of
             committal shelter during a service. Use of intoxicating
             beverages and/or drugs is strictly prohibited.

        iv. Contractor personnel shall not lean, sit or stand on or
            against headstones or monuments. No tools, equipment or
            other items will be placed or leaned on headstones or
            monuments.

        v.  The only designated smoking area for the Georgia National
            Cemetery is located by the maintenance building. All other
            areas are designated as NO SMOKING.

3.  **PARKING AND VA REGULATIONS:**

> Contractor employees may park privately owned vehicles in the area
> designated for parking by the COTR. It is the responsibility of the
> Contractor to ensure his employees park in the appropriate designated
> parking areas. The Cemetery will not invalidate or make reimbursement
> for parking violations of the Contractor's employees under any
> conditions. Smoking is prohibited inside any buildings at the
> Cemetery. Possession of weapons is prohibited. Enclosed containers,
> including tool kits, shall be subject to search. Violations of VA
> regulations may result in citation answerable in the United States
> (Federal) District Court, not a local district, state, or municipal
> court.

4.  **USE OF CEMETERY FACILITIES:**

    a.  The Government shall not be responsible for any loss, damage, or
        theft of Contractor items. Contractor shall be responsible for
        acceptable standards of housekeeping and custodial maintenance
        of Cemetery facilities used by Contractor\'s employees.

    b.  The Government will not furnish a storage building at the
        cemetery site for use by the Contractor to store supplies and
        equipment. However, the government will provide an area
        designated for the contractor use. The contractor can establish
        facilities to include but not limited to office site, covered
        storage, etc on or in the designated area after such facilities
        are approved by the COTR and CO. The Government will provide
        water to the contractor's designated area, all other utilities
        to this area are the responsibility of the contractor. The
        Government will not be responsible for any damage to or loss of
        the Contractor\'s equipment and supplies stored on the
        Government\'s premises. The Contractor shall be responsible for
        maintaining fire extinguishers and other safety equipment.

    c.  The Contractor will be responsible for safely storing any
        chemicals, pesticides, herbicides, cleaning solutions, etc. in
        accordance with manufacturers recommendations. An MSDS (Material
        Safety Data Sheet) is required for all chemicals, pesticides,
        herbicides and cleaning solutions.

    d.  Electricity and phone service will NOT be furnished by the
        Government for the contractor's work area. However, government
        will provide all electricity and water used on and for the
        cemetery facility.

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5.  **INSPECTION AND CLEANING OF CEMETERY FACILITIES:**

    a.  The Contractor will perform a weekly inspection. During this
        inspection the appearance of the cemetery will be observed, and
        any deficiencies noted within the scope of the contract will be
        corrected as soon as practicable. Items that need correcting
        outside the scope of the contract will be reported to the
        Contracting Officer or his representative.

    b.  The Contractor will be required to submit inspection reports and
        work accomplished to the COTR weekly. The COTR is located at
        Georgia National Cemetery, Canton, Georgia. The inspection forms
        will be provided to the Contractor.

6.  **SUPERVISION AND TRAINING:**

    a.  The Contractor shall provide a supervisor who speaks fluent
        English on site at all times.

    b.  The Contractor shall be responsible for maintaining satisfactory
        standards of personnel conduct and work performance and shall
        administer disciplinary action as required. The Contractor shall
        remove employees for cause, to include, but not limited to,
        misconduct in performance of duty under these specifications
        and/or conduct contrary to the best interests of the Government.

    c.  The Contractor shall also be responsible for training and safety
        precautions for Contractor employees performing work under these
        specifications. OSHA standards shall be observed by the
        Contractor in all work performed. Appropriate safety equipment
        shall be furnished by the Contractor to Contractor personnel and
        shall be used as prescribed by OSHA standards, including hard
        hats, safety shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection
        devices. The following OSHA and NFPA standards and codes are to
        be adhered to:

        i.  National Fire Protection Association (NFPA): 10-1998
            Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers

        ii. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 29 CFR
            1910 Safety and Health Regulations for Personal Protection,
            Safety Color Codes, Portable Power Tools, Electrical Safety
            and Portable Electric Equipment.

        iii. Site and Building Access: Maintain free and unobstructed
             access to facility emergency services and for fire, police
             and other emergency response forces in accordance with NFPA
             241.

7.  **PLACEMENT OF ORDERS:**

    a.  Delivery Orders for services at Georgia National Cemetery will
        be placed by the COTR through the Contracting Officer and may be
        placed initially via facsimile (fax) or electronic mail
        (e-mail). Orders may be followed up with a copy forwarded by
        either U. S. Mail or a commercial courier service, to ensure
        legibility.

    b.  Agents/Branches; If the Contractor maintains agents/branches,
        the Department of Veterans Affairs is to be provided with a list
        containing any information necessary indicating how and with
        whom orders are to be placed.

8.  **MAINTENANCE DURING CEMETERY FUNCTIONS:**

Contractor personnel shall not operate motorized equipment or conduct
other commercial activities within the designated area during interment
services. The COTR will set the designated area. The COTR or his/her
representative shall furnish the Contractor with a schedule of all
interments and/or ceremonies no later than the close of business of the
day prior to the scheduled internment, and a minimum of three (3) days
before any ceremonial events.

9.  **PERFORMANCE EVALUATION MEETING:**

    a.  The issuance of a Contract Discrepancy Report (CDR) may be cause
        for the scheduling of a meeting among the Contractor,
        Contracting Officer, and the COTR. A mutual effort will be made
        to resolve all problems identified. The Government will prepare
        written minutes of the meeting. The Contractor, Contracting
        Officer, and the COTR will sign minutes of the meeting(s).

    b.  Should the Contractor not concur with the minutes, he will state
        in writing to the Contracting Officer within ten calendar days
        any areas he does not concur and explain the reasons for
        non-concurrence. The Contracting Officer will review and
        consider the reasons submitted for the Contractor\'s
        non-concurrence and make a decision. The Contracting Officer
        will notify the Contractor of the decision in writing within ten
        calendar days.

10. **ACTIONS:**

    a.  Normally, the COTR will verbally advise or give a written
        inspection report to the Contractor of discrepancies the first
        time they occur and ask the Contractor to correct the problem. A
        notation will be made on the COTR checklist of the date and the
        time the deficiency was discovered and the date and time the
        Contractor was notified.

    b.  If the Government created any of the discrepancies, these will
        not be counted against the Contractor\'s performance. When the
        Government has caused the Contractor to perform in an
        unsatisfactory manner, the COTR will forward a written notice to
        the responsible organizational element requesting corrective
        action be taken.

    c.  When the Contractor is not meeting the limits of satisfactory
        performance, a CDR will be issued to the Contractor. The
        seriousness of the failures should govern whether to issue CDR
        at the end of the period, or as soon as the limits of
        satisfactory performance are exceeded.

    d.  When a CDR is issued for a service, the Contracting Officer must
        deduct from the periodic payment, a percentage of that payment
        as indicated in the Performance of Work Requirements Summary as
        attached hereto.

    e.  If the Contractor does not achieve satisfactory performance by
        the end of the next period or agreed suspense date, another CDR
        will be issued and the appropriate amount deducted from the
        periodic payment in accordance with the disincentive rate listed
        in the attached Performance Requirements Summary.

    f.  A third CDR will be the cause for a Cure Notice. However, the
        Contracting Officer may issue a Cure Notice at any time he/she
        deems appropriate. Depending on the overall performance of the
        Contractor, an unsatisfactory reply to the Cure Notice should
        require a Show Cause letter to be issued, followed by
        consideration of termination of the contract.

11. **CONTRACTOR'S QUALITY CONTROL PLAN (QCP):**

    a.  The Contractor shall establish and maintain a complete QCP to
        assure the requirements of this contract are provided as
        specified. This QCP will be forwarded to the CO along with the
        requested initial quotation. The CO will review the QCP and list
        any needed clarifications, and return to Contractor for
        response, if necessary. The Contractor's QCP shall include the
        following or have incorporated into during performance of
        contract, at a minimum:

        1.  An inspection plan covering all services required by this
            contract. The inspection plan must specify the areas to be
            inspected on either a scheduled or unscheduled basis, how
            often inspections will be accomplished and documented, and
            the title of the individual(s) who will perform the
            inspections.

        2.  On-site records of all inspections conducted by the
            Contractor noting necessary corrective action taken. The
            Government reserves the right to request copies of any
            and/or each inspection.

        3.  Incorporation of either active or established internal
            policy and procedures for updating equipment and procedures,
            that may affect performance of contract.

        4.  The methods for identifying and preventing deficiencies in
            the quality of service performed, before the level of
            performance becomes unacceptable, and organizational
            functions noting intermediate supervisory responsibilities
            and overall management responsibilities for ensuring total
            acceptable performance.

        5.  On-site records identifying the character, physical
            capabilities, certifications and ongoing training of each
            employee performing services under this contract.

        6.  A log to account for all requests for immediate service. The
            log shall indicate the date and time of services, and
            description of results and completion of these services.

        7.  On-site records of any complaints or problems, with
            procedures taken to allow for corrections and/or elimination
            before effects caused interruption of performance of
            contract.

12. HISTORIC PRESERVATION:

Where the Contractor or any of the Contractor\'s employees, prior to, or
during the service work, are advised of or discover any possible
archeological, historical and/or cultural resources, the Contractor
shall immediately notify the COTR verbally, and then with a written
follow up.

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‍‍

# ‍ CONTRACT CLAUSES

‍

## ‍ 3.1 52.212-4 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS\--COMMERCIAL ITEMS (SEP 2005)

\(a\) Inspection/Acceptance. The Contractor shall only tender for
acceptance those items that conform to the requirements of this
contract. The Government reserves the right to inspect or test any
supplies or services that have been tendered for acceptance. The
Government may require repair or replacement of nonconforming supplies
or reperformance of nonconforming services at no increase in contract
price. The Government must exercise its postacceptance rights (1) within
a reasonable time after the defect was discovered or should have been
discovered; and (2) before any substantial change occurs in the
condition of the item, unless the change is due to the defect in the
item.

\(b\) Assignment. The Contractor or its assignee may assign its rights
to receive payment due as a result of performance of this contract to a
bank, trust company, or other financing institution, including any
Federal lending agency in accordance with the Assignment of Claims Act
(31 U.S.C. 3727). However, when a third party makes payment (e.g., use
of the Governmentwide commercial purchase card), the Contractor may not
assign its rights to receive payment under this contract.

\(c\) Changes. Changes in the terms and conditions of this contract may
be made only by written agreement of the parties.

\(d\) Disputes. This contract is subject to the Contract Disputes Act of
1978, as amended (41 U.S.C. 601-613). Failure of the parties to this
contract to reach agreement on any request for equitable adjustment,
claim, appeal or action arising under or relating to this contract shall
be a dispute to be resolved in accordance with the clause at FAR
52.233-1, Disputes, which is incorporated herein by reference. The
Contractor shall proceed diligently with performance of this contract,
pending final resolution of any dispute arising under the contract.

\(e\) Definitions. The clause at FAR 52.202-1, Definitions, is
incorporated herein by reference.

\(f\) Excusable delays. The Contractor shall be liable for default
unless nonperformance is caused by an occurrence beyond the reasonable
control of the Contractor and without its fault or negligence such as,
acts of God or the public enemy, acts of the Government in either its
sovereign or contractual capacity, fires, floods, epidemics, quarantine
restrictions, strikes, unusually severe weather, and delays of common
carriers. The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer in writing
as soon as it is reasonably possible after the commencement of any
excusable delay, setting forth the full particulars in connection
therewith, shall remedy such occurrence with all reasonable dispatch,
and shall promptly give written notice to the Contracting Officer of the
cessation of such occurrence.

\(g\) Invoice.

\(1\) The Contractor shall submit an original invoice and three
copies(or electronic invoice, if authorized) to the address designated
in the contract to receive invoices. An invoice must include\--

\(i\) Name and address of the Contractor;

\(ii\) Invoice date and number;

\(iii\) Contract number, contract line item number and, if applicable,
the order number;

\(iv\) Description, quantity, unit of measure, unit price and extended
price of the items delivered;

\(v\) Shipping number and date of shipment, including the bill of lading
number and weight of shipment if shipped on Government bill of lading;

\(vi\) Terms of any discount for prompt payment offered;

\(vii\) Name and address of official to whom payment is to be sent;

\(viii\) Name, title, and phone number of person to notify in event of
defective invoice; and

\(ix\) Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN). The Contractor shall
include its TIN on the invoice only if required elsewhere in this
contract.

\(x\) Electronic funds transfer (EFT) banking information.

\(A\) The Contractor shall include EFT banking information on the
invoice only if required elsewhere in this contract.

\(B\) If EFT banking information is not required to be on the invoice,
in order for the invoice to be a proper invoice, the Contractor shall
have submitted correct EFT banking information in accordance with the
applicable solicitation provision, contract clause (e.g., 52.232-33,
Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer\-- Central Contractor Registration,
or 52.232-34, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer\--Other Than Central
Contractor Registration), or applicable agency procedures.

\(C\) EFT banking information is not required if the Government waived
the requirement to pay by EFT.

\(2\) Invoices will be handled in accordance with the Prompt Payment Act
(31 U.S.C. 3903) and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) prompt
payment regulations at 5 CFR part 1315.

\(h\) Patent indemnity. The Contractor shall indemnify the Government
and its officers, employees and agents against liability, including
costs, for actual or alleged direct or contributory infringement of, or
inducement to infringe, any United States or foreign patent, trademark
or copyright, arising out of the performance of this contract, provided
the Contractor is reasonably notified of such claims and proceedings.

\(i\) Payment.

\(1\) Items accepted. Payment shall be made for items accepted by the
Government that have been delivered to the delivery destinations set
forth in this contract.

\(2\) Prompt payment. The Government will make payment in accordance
with the Prompt Payment Act (31 U.S.C. 3903) and prompt payment
regulations at 5 CFR part 1315.

\(3\) Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). If the Government makes payment
by EFT, see 52.212-5(b) for the appropriate EFT clause.

\(4\) Discount. In connection with any discount offered for early
payment, time shall be computed from the date of the invoice. For the
purpose of computing the discount earned, payment shall be considered to
have been made on the date which appears on the payment check or the
specified payment date if an electronic funds transfer payment is made.

\(5\) Overpayments. If the Contractor becomes aware of a duplicate
contract financing or invoice payment or that the Government has
otherwise overpaid on a contract financing or invoice payment, the
Contractor shall immediately notify the Contracting Officer and request
instructions for disposition of the overpayment.

\(j\) Risk of loss. Unless the contract specifically provides otherwise,
risk of loss or damage to the supplies provided under this contract
shall remain with the Contractor until, and shall pass to the Government
upon:

\(1\) Delivery of the supplies to a carrier, if transportation is f.o.b.
origin; or

\(2\) Delivery of the supplies to the Government at the destination
specified in the contract, if transportation is f.o.b. destination.

\(k\) Taxes. The contract price includes all applicable Federal, State,
and local taxes and duties.

\(l\) Termination for the Government\'s convenience. The Government
reserves the right to terminate this contract, or any part hereof, for
its sole convenience. In the event of such termination, the Contractor
shall immediately stop all work hereunder and shall immediately cause
any and all of its suppliers and subcontractors to cease work. Subject
to the terms of this contract, the Contractor shall be paid a percentage
of the contract price reflecting the percentage of the work performed
prior to the notice of termination, plus reasonable charges the
Contractor can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the Government using
its standard record keeping system, have resulted from the termination.
The Contractor shall not be required to comply with the cost accounting
standards or contract cost principles for this purpose. This paragraph
does not give the Government any right to audit the Contractor\'s
records. The Contractor shall not be paid for any work performed or
costs incurred which reasonably could have been avoided.

\(m\) Termination for cause. The Government may terminate this contract,
or any part hereof, for cause in the event of any default by the
Contractor, or if the Contractor fails to comply with any contract terms
and conditions, or fails to provide the Government, upon request, with
adequate assurances of future performance. In the event of termination
for cause, the Government shall not be liable to the Contractor for any
amount for supplies or services not accepted, and the Contractor shall
be liable to the Government for any and all rights and remedies provided
by law. If it is determined that the Government improperly terminated
this contract for default, such termination shall be deemed a
termination for convenience.

\(n\) Title. Unless specified elsewhere in this contract, title to items
furnished under this contract shall pass to the Government upon
acceptance, regardless of when or where the Government takes physical
possession.

\(o\) Warranty. The Contractor warrants and implies that the items
delivered hereunder are merchantable and fit for use for the particular
purpose described in this contract.

\(p\) Limitation of liability. Except as otherwise provided by an
express warranty, the Contractor will not be liable to the Government
for consequential damages resulting from any defect or deficiencies in
accepted items.

\(q\) Other compliances. The Contractor shall comply with all applicable
Federal, State and local laws, executive orders, rules and regulations
applicable to its performance under this contract.

\(r\) Compliance with laws unique to Government contracts. The
Contractor agrees to comply with 31 U.S.C. 1352 relating to limitations
on the use of appropriated funds to influence certain Federal contracts;
18 U.S.C. 431 relating to officials not to benefit; 40 U.S.C 3701, et
seq., Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act; 41 U.S.C. 51-58,
Anti-Kickback Act of 1986; 41 U.S.C. 265 and 10 U.S.C. 2409 relating to
whistle blower protections; 49 U.S.C 40118, Fly American; and 41 U.S.C.
423 relating to procurement integrity.

\(s\) Order of precedence. Any inconsistencies in this solicitation or
contract shall be resolved by giving precedence in the following order:
(1) the schedule of supplies/services; (2) the Assignments, Disputes,
Payments, Invoice, Other Compliances, and Compliance with Laws Unique to
Government Contracts paragraphs of this clause; (3) the clause at
52.212-5; (4) addenda to this solicitation or contract, including any
license agreements for computer software; (5) solicitation provisions if
this is a solicitation; (6) other paragraphs of this clause; (7) the
Standard Form 1449; (8) other documents, exhibits, and attachments; and
(9) the specification.

\(t\) Central Contractor Registration (CCR).

\(1\) Unless exempted by an addendum to this contract, the Contractor is
responsible during performance and through final payment of any contract
for the accuracy and completeness of the data within the CCR database,
and for any liability resulting from the Government\'s reliance on
inaccurate or incomplete data. To remain registered in the CCR database
after the initial registration, the Contractor is required to review and
update on an annual basis from the date of initial registration or
subsequent updates its information in the CCR database to ensure it is
current, accurate and complete. Updating information in the CCR does not
alter the terms and conditions of this contract and is not a substitute
for a properly executed contractual document.

(2)(i) If a Contractor has legally changed its business name, \`\`doing
business as\'\' name, or division name (whichever is shown on the
contract), or has transferred the assets used in performing the
contract, but has not completed the necessary requirements regarding
novation and change-of-name agreements in FAR subpart 42.12, the
Contractor shall provide the responsible Contracting Officer a minimum
of one business day\'s written notification of its intention to (A)
change the name in the CCR database; (B) comply with the requirements of
subpart 42.12; and (C) agree in writing to the timeline and procedures
specified by the responsible Contracting Officer. The Contractor must
provide with the notification sufficient documentation to support the
legally changed name.

\(ii\) If the Contractor fails to comply with the requirements of
paragraph (t)(2)(i) of this clause, or fails to perform the agreement at
paragraph (t)(2)(i)(C) of this clause, and, in the absence of a properly
executed novation or change-of-name agreement, the CCR information that
shows the Contractor to be other than the Contractor indicated in the
contract will be considered to be incorrect information within the
meaning of the \`\`Suspension of Payment\'\' paragraph of the electronic
funds transfer (EFT) clause of this contract.

\(3\) The Contractor shall not change the name or address for EFT
payments or manual payments, as appropriate, in the CCR record to
reflect an assignee for the purpose of assignment of claims (see Subpart
32.8, Assignment of Claims). Assignees shall be separately registered in
the CCR database. Information provided to the Contractor\'s CCR record
that indicates payments, including those made by EFT, to an ultimate
recipient other than that Contractor will be considered to be incorrect
information within the meaning of the \`\`Suspension of payment\'\'
paragraph of the EFT clause of this contract.

\(4\) Offerors and Contractors may obtain information on registration
and annual confirmation requirements via the internet at
http://www.ccr.gov or by calling 1-888-227-2423 or 269-961-5757.

(End of Clause)

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## ‍ 3.2 ADDENDUM to FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions\-- Commercial Items

The following clauses are incorporated into 52.212-4 as an addendum to
this contract:

‍‍

## ‍ 3.3 52.228-5 INSURANCE - WORK ON A GOVERNMENT INSTALLATION (JAN 1997)

\(a\) The Contractor shall, at its own expense, provide and maintain
during the entire performance of this contract, at least the kinds and
minimum amounts of insurance required in the schedule or elsewhere in
the contract.

\(b\) Before commencing work under this contract, the Contractor shall
notify the Contracting Officer in writing that the required insurance
has been obtained. The policies evidencing required insurance shall
contain an endorsement to the effect that any cancellation or any
material change adversely affecting the Government\'s interest shall not
be effective (1) for such period as the laws of the State in which this
contract is to be performed prescribe or (2) until 30 days after the
insurer or the Contractor gives written notice to the Contracting
Officer, whichever period is longer.

\(c\) The Contractor shall insert the substance of this clause,
including this paragraph (c), in subcontracts under this contract that
require work on a Government installation and shall require
subcontractors to provide and maintain the insurance required in the
Schedule or elsewhere in the contract. The Contractor shall maintain a
copy of all subcontractors\' proofs of required insurance, and shall
make copies available to the Contracting Officer upon request.

(End of Clause)

‍

## ‍ 3.4 SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS

In accordance with FAR 28.307-2 and the previous clause, the following
minimum coverage shall apply to this contract:

\(a\) Workers\' compensation and employers liability: Contractors are
required to comply with applicable Federal and State workers\'
compensation and occupational disease statutes. If occupational diseases
are not compensable under those statutes, they shall be covered under
the employer\'s liability section of the insurance policy, except when
contract operations are so commingled with a Contractor\'s commercial
operations that it would not be practical to require this coverage.
Employer\'s liability coverage of at least \$100,000 is required, except
in States with exclusive or monopolistic funds that do not permit
workers\' compensation to be written by private carriers.

\(b\) General Liability: \$500,000 per occurrences.

\(c\) Automobile liability: \$250,000 per person; \$500,000 per
occurrence and \$100,000 property damage.

\(d\) The successful bidder must present to the Contracting Officer,
prior to award, evidence of general liability insurance without any
exclusionary clauses for asbestos that would void the general liability
coverage.

(End of Clause)

‍

## ‍ 3.5 52.216-18 ORDERING (OCT 1995)

\(a\) Any supplies and services to be furnished under this contract
shall be ordered by issuance of delivery orders or task orders by the
individuals or activities designated in the Schedule. Such orders may be
issued from Date of Award through September 30, 2010.

\(b\) All delivery orders or task orders are subject to the terms and
conditions of this contract. In the event of conflict between a delivery
order or task order and this contract, the contract shall control.

\(c\) If mailed, a delivery order or task order is considered \"issued\"
when the Government deposits the order in the mail. Orders may be issued
orally, by facsimile, or by electronic commerce methods only if
authorized in the Schedule.

(End of Clause)

‍

## ‍ 3.6 52.216-19 ORDER LIMITATIONS (OCT 1995)

\(a\) Minimum order. When the Government requires supplies or services
covered by this contract in an amount of less than \$100, the Government
is not obligated to purchase, nor is the Contractor obligated to
furnish, those supplies or services under the contract.

\(b\) Maximum order. The Contractor is not obligated to honor\--

\(1\) Any order for a single item in excess of 300,000;

\(2\) Any order for a combination of items in excess of \$500,000;

\(3\) A series of orders from the same ordering office within 30 days
that together call for quantities exceeding the limitation in
subparagraph (b)(1) or (2) above.

\(c\) If this is a requirements contract (i.e., includes the
Requirements clause at subsection 52.216-21 of the Federal Acquisition
Regulation (FAR)), the Government is not required to order a part of any
one requirement from the Contractor if that requirement exceeds the
maximum-order limitations in paragraph (b) above.

\(d\) Notwithstanding paragraphs (b) and (c) above, the Contractor shall
honor any order exceeding the maximum order limitations in paragraph
(b), unless that order (or orders) is returned to the ordering office
within 5 days after issuance, with written notice stating the
Contractor\'s intent not to ship the item (or items) called for and the
reasons. Upon receiving this notice, the Government may acquire the
supplies or services from another source.

(End of Clause)

‍‍

## ‍ 3.7 52.216-21 REQUIREMENTS (OCT 1995) ALTERNATE I (APR 1984)

\(a\) This is a requirements contract for the supplies or services
specified, and effective for the period stated, in the Schedule. The
quantities of supplies or services specified in the Schedule are
estimates only and are not purchased by this contract. Except as this
contract may otherwise provide, if the Government\'s requirements do not
result in orders in the quantities described as \"estimated\" or
\"maximum\" in the Schedule, that fact shall not constitute the basis
for an equitable price adjustment.

\(b\) Delivery or performance shall be made only as authorized by orders
issued in accordance with the Ordering clause. Subject to any
limitations in the Order Limitations clause or elsewhere in this
contract, the Contractor shall furnish to the Government all supplies or
services specified in the Schedule and called for by orders issued in
accordance with the Ordering clause. The Government may issue orders
requiring delivery to multiple destinations or performance at multiple
locations.

\(c\) The estimated quantities are not the total requirements of the
Government activity specified in the Schedule, but are estimates of
requirements in excess of the quantities that the activity may itself
furnish within its own capabilities. Except as this contract otherwise
provides, the Government shall order from the Contractor all of that
activity\'s requirements for supplies and services specified in the
Schedule that exceed the quantities that the activity may itself furnish
within its own capabilities.

\(d\) The Government is not required to purchase from the Contractor
requirements in excess of any limit on total orders under this contract.

\(e\) If the Government urgently requires delivery of any quantity of an
item before the earliest date that delivery may be specified under this
contract, and if the Contractor will not accept an order providing for
the accelerated delivery, the Government may acquire the urgently
required goods or services from another source.

\(f\) Any order issued during the effective period of this contract and
not completed within that period shall be completed by the Contractor
within the time specified in the order. The contract shall govern the
Contractor\'s and Government\'s rights and obligations with respect to
that order to the same extent as if the order were completed during the
contract\'s effective period; provided, that the Contractor shall not be
required to make any deliveries under this contract after September 30,
2010.

(End of Clause)

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## ‍ 3.8 52.217-9 OPTION TO EXTEND THE TERM OF THE CONTRACT (MAR 2000)

\(a\) The Government may extend the term of this contract by written
notice to the Contractor within 60 days; provided that the Government
gives the Contractor a preliminary written notice of its intent to
extend at least 30 days before the contract expires. The preliminary
notice does not commit the Government to an extension.

\(b\) If the Government exercises this option, the extended contract
shall be considered to include this option clause.

\(c\) The total duration of this contract, including the exercise of any
options under this clause, shall not exceed 5 years.

(End of Clause)

## ‍‍ 3.9 52.222-42 STATEMENT OF EQUIVALENT RATES FOR FEDERAL HIRES (MAY 1989)

‍

In compliance with the Service Contract Act of 1965, as amended, and the
regulations of the Secretary of Labor (29 CFR Part 4), this clause
identifies the classes of service employees expected to be employed
under the contract and states the wages and fringe benefits payable to
each if they were employed by the contracting agency subject to the
provisions of 5 U.S.C. 5341 or 5332.

THIS STATEMENT IS FOR INFORMATION ONLY: IT IS NOT A WAGE DETERMINATION

  -------------------------------------------------- --------------------
  **Employee Class**                                 **Monetary Wage &
                                                     Fringe Benefits**

  Grounds Maintenance Worker (Junior) WG-3           \$12.92 \*

  Ground Maintenance Worker (Senior) WG-5            \$15.27 \*

  Ground Maintenance Supervisor or Foreman WS-7      \$28.03 \*

  Above wages from Atlanta, Georgia (ATL) Wage Area  
  -------------------------------------------------- --------------------

The monetary wages (hourly rates) are computed in accordance with FAR
22.1016(b).

\* Fringes are as follows:

1\. Holidays: New Year\'s Day, Martin Luther King\'s Birthday,
Washington\'s Birthday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day,
Columbus Day, Veteran\'s Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and
Inauguration Day (when applicable).

2\. Annual Leave: Two hours of annual leave each week for an employee
with less than three years service; three hours of annual leave each
week for an employee with three but less than fifteen years of service;
and four hours of annual leave each week for an employee with fifteen or
more years of service.

3\. Sick Leave: Two hours of sick leave each week for all employees.

4\. Life insurance, health insurance, workers\' compensation, and
Federal

Insurance Compensation Act (for temporary employees) at 7 percent of
basic hourly rate.

5\. Retirement at 0.8 percent for employees hired on January 1, 1986, or
after.

6\. Medicare: 1.45 percent of basic hourly rates for all employees.

7\. Social Security: 6.2 percent of basic hourly rates for employees
hired on or after January 1, 1986, up to a maximum gross annual salary
of \$80,400.

(End of clause)

## ‍‍ 3.10 52.212-5 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS REQUIRED TO IMPLEMENT STATUTES OR EXECUTIVE ORDERS\--COMMERCIAL ITEMS (FEB 2006)

\(a\) The Contractor shall comply with the following Federal Acquisition
Regulation (FAR) clauses, which are incorporated in this contract by
reference, to implement provisions of law or Executive orders applicable
to acquisitions of commercial items:

(1)52.233-3, Protest after Award (AUG 1996) (31 U.S.C. 3553).

(2)52.233-4, Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim (OCT 2004)
(Pub. L. 108-77, 108-78)

\(b\) The Contractor shall comply with the FAR clauses in this paragraph
(b) that the Contracting Officer has indicated as being incorporated in
this contract by reference to implement provisions of law or Executive
orders applicable to acquisitions of commercial items: \[Contracting
Officer check as appropriate.\]

\[X\] (1) 52.203-6, Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the
Government (JUL 1995), with Alternate I (OCT 1995)(41 U.S.C. 253g and 10
U.S.C. 2402).

\[\] (2) 52.219-3, Notice of Total HUBZone Set-Aside (JAN 1999) (15
U.S.C. 657a).

\[\] (3) 52.219-4, Notice of Price Evaluation Preference for HUBZone
Small Business Concerns (JUL 2005) (if the offeror elects to waive the
preference, it shall so indicate in its offer) (15 U.S.C. 657a).

\[ \] (4) \[Reserved\]

\[\] (5)(i) 52.219-6, Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside (JUNE
2003) (15 U.S.C. 644).

\[\] (ii) Alternate I (OCT 1995) of 52.219-6.

\[\] (iii) Alternate II (MAR 2004) of 52.219-6.

\[\] (6)(i) 52.219-7, Notice of Partial Small Business Set-Aside (JUNE
2003) (15 U.S.C. 644).

\[\] (ii) Alternate I (OCT 1995) of 52.219-7.

\[\] (iii) Alternate II (MAR 2004) of 52.219-7.

\[X\] (7) 52.219-8, Utilization of Small Business Concerns (MAY 2004)
(15 U.S.C. 637 (d)(2) and (3)).

\[\] (8)(i) 52.219-9, Small Business Subcontracting Plan (JUL 2005) (15
U.S.C. 637(d)(4)).

\[\] (ii) Alternate I (OCT 2001) of 52.219-9.

\[\] (iii) Alternate II (OCT 2001) of 52.219-9.

\[\] (9) 52.219-14, Limitations on Subcontracting (DEC 1996) (15 U.S.C.
637(a)(14)).

\[\] (10)(i) 52.219-23, Notice of Price Evaluation Adjustment for Small
Disadvantaged Business Concerns (SEP 2005) (10 U.S.C. 2323) (if the
offeror elects to waive the adjustment, it shall so indicate in its
offer).

\[\] (ii) Alternate I (JUNE 2003) of 52.219-23.

\[\] (iii) Alternate II (OCT 1998) of 52.219-23.

\[\] (11) 52.219-25, Small Disadvantaged Business Participation
Program\--Disadvantaged Status and Reporting (OCT 1999) (Pub. L.
103-355, section 7102, and 10 U.S.C. 2323).

\[\] (12) 52.219-26, Small Disadvantaged Business Participation
Program\--Incentive Subcontracting (OCT 2000) (Pub. L. 103-355, section
7102, and 10 U.S.C. 2323).

\[X\] (13) 52.219-27, Notice of Total Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned
Small Business Set-Aside (May 2004)

\[X\] (14) 52.222-3, Convict Labor (JUNE 2003) (E.O. 11755).

\[X\] (15) 52.222-19, Child Labor\--Cooperation with Authorities and
Remedies (JAN 2006) (E.O. 13126).

\[X\] (16) 52.222-21, Prohibition of Segregated Facilities (FEB 1999).

\[X\] (17) 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity (APR 2002) (E.O. 11246).

\[X\] (18) 52.222-35, Equal Opportunity for Special Disabled Veterans,
Veterans of the Vietnam Era, and Other Eligible Veterans (DEC 2001) (38
U.S.C. 4212).

\[X\] (19) 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities
(JUN 1998) (29 U.S.C. 793).

\[X\] (20) 52.222-37, Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans,
Veterans of the Vietnam Era, and Other Eligible Veterans (DEC 2001) (38
U.S.C. 4212).

\[X\] (21)52.222-39, Notification of Employee Rights Concerning Payment
of Union Dues or Fees (DEC 2004) (E.O. 13201).

\[\] (22)(i) 52.223-9, Estimate of Percentage of Recovered Material
Content for EPA-Designated Products (AUG 2000) (42 U.S.C.
6962(c)(3)(A)(ii)).

\[\] (ii) Alternate I (AUG 2000) of 52.223-9 (42 U.S.C. 6962(i)(2)(C)).

\[X\] (23) 52.225-1, Buy American Act\--Supplies (JUNE 2003) (41 U.S.C.
10a-10d).

\[\] (24)(i) 52.225-3, Buy American Act\--Free Trade Agreements\--
Israeli Trade Act (JAN 2006) (41 U.S.C. 10a-10d, 19 U.S.C. 3301 note, 19
U.S.C. 2112 note, Pub. L. 108-77, 108-78, 108-286).

\[\] (ii) Alternate I (JAN 2006) of 52.225-3.

\[\] (iii) Alternate II (JAN 2006) of 52.225-3.

\[\] (25) 52.225-5, Trade Agreements (JAN 2006) (19 U.S.C. 2501, et
seq., 19 U.S.C. 3301 note).

\[X\] (26) 52.225-13, Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases (FEB
2006) (E.O.s, proclamations, and statutes administered by the Office of
Foreign Assets Control of the Department of the Treasury).

\[\] (27) 52.225-15, Sanctioned European Union Country End Products (FEB
2000) (E.O. 12849).

\[\] (28) 52.225-16, Sanctioned European Union Country Services (FEB
2000) (E.O. 12849).

\[\] (29) 52.232-29, Terms for Financing of Purchases of Commercial
Items (FEB 2002) (41 U.S.C. 255(f), 10 U.S.C. 2307(f)).

\[\] (30) 52.232-30, Installment Payments for Commercial Items (OCT
1995) (41 U.S.C. 255(f), 10 U.S.C. 2307(f)).

\[\] (31) 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer\--Central
Contractor Registration (OCT 2003) (31 U.S.C. 3332).

\[X\] (32) 52.232-34, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer\--Other than
Central Contractor Registration (MAY 1999) (31 U.S.C. 3332).

\[\] (33) 52.232-36, Payment by Third Party (MAY 1999) (31 U.S.C. 3332).

\[\] (34) 52.239-1, Privacy or Security Safeguards (AUG 1996) (5 U.S.C.
552a).

\[\] (35)(i) 52.247-64, Preference for Privately Owned U.S.-Flag
Commercial Vessels (FEB 2006) (46 U.S.C. Appx 1241(b) and 10 U.S.C.
2631).

\[\] (ii) Alternate I (APR 2003) of 52.247-64.

\(c\) The Contractor shall comply with the FAR clauses in this paragraph
(c), applicable to commercial services, that the Contracting Officer has
indicated as being incorporated in this contract by reference to
implement provisions of law or Executive orders applicable to
acquisitions of commercial items: \[Contracting Officer check as
appropriate.\]

\[X\] (1) 52.222-41, Service Contract Act of 1965, as Amended (JUL 2005)
(41 U.S.C. 351, et seq.).

\[X\] (2) 52.222-42, Statement of Equivalent Rates for Federal Hires
(MAY 1989) (29 U.S.C. 206 and 41 U.S.C. 351, et seq.).

\[X\] (3) 52.222-43, Fair Labor Standards Act and Service Contract
Act\--Price Adjustment (Multiple Year and Option Contracts) (MAY 1989)
(29 U.S.C. 206 and 41 U.S.C. 351, et seq.).

\[\] (4) 52.222-44, Fair Labor Standards Act and Service Contract
Act\--Price Adjustment (February 2002) (29 U.S.C. 206 and 41 U.S.C. 351,
et seq.).

\[\] (5) 52.222-47, SCA Minimum Wages and Fringe Benefits Applicable to
Successor Contract Pursuant to Predecessor Contractor Collective
Bargaining Agreements (CBA) (May 1989) (41 U.S.C. 351, et seq.).

\(d\) Comptroller General Examination of Record. The Contractor shall
comply with the provisions of this paragraph (d) if this contract was
awarded using other than sealed bid, is in excess of the simplified
acquisition threshold, and does not contain the clause at 52.215-2,
Audit and Records\--Negotiation.

\(1\) The Comptroller General of the United States, or an authorized
representative of the Comptroller General, shall have access to and
right to examine any of the Contractor\'s directly pertinent records
involving transactions related to this contract.

\(2\) The Contractor shall make available at its offices at all
reasonable times the records, materials, and other evidence for
examination, audit, or reproduction, until 3 years after final payment
under this contract or for any shorter period specified in FAR Subpart
4.7, Contractor Records Retention, of the other clauses of this
contract. If this contract is completely or partially terminated, the
records relating to the work terminated shall be made available for 3
years after any resulting final termination settlement. Records relating
to appeals under the disputes clause or to litigation or the settlement
of claims arising under or relating to this contract shall be made
available until such appeals, litigation, or claims are finally
resolved.

\(3\) As used in this clause, records include books, documents,
accounting procedures and practices, and other data, regardless of type
and regardless of form. This does not require the Contractor to create
or maintain any record that the Contractor does not maintain in the
ordinary course of business or pursuant to a provision of law.

(e)(1) Notwithstanding the requirements of the clauses in paragraphs
(a), (b), (c), and (d) of this clause, the Contractor is not required to
flow down any FAR clause, other than those in paragraphs (i) through
(vi) of this paragraph in a subcontract for commercial items. Unless
otherwise indicated below, the extent of the flow down shall be as
required by the clause\--

\(i\) 52.219-8, Utilization of Small Business Concerns (May 2004) (15
U.S.C. 637(d)(2) and (3)), in all subcontracts that offer further
subcontracting opportunities. If the subcontract (except subcontracts to
small business concerns) exceeds \$500,000 (\$1,000,000 for construction
of any public facility), the subcontractor must include 52.219-8 in
lower tier subcontracts that offer subcontracting opportunities.

\(ii\) 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity (April 2002) (E.O. 11246).

\(iii\) 52.222-35, Equal Opportunity for Special Disabled Veterans,
Veterans of the Vietnam Era, and Other Eligible Veterans (December 2001)
(38 U.S.C. 4212).

\(iv\) 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities (June
1998) (29 U.S.C. 793).

\(v\) 52.222-39, Notification of Employee Rights Concerning Payment of
Union Dues or Fees (DEC 2004) (E.O. 13201).

(vi)52.222-41, Service Contract Act of 1965, as Amended (JUL 2005), flow
down required for all subcontracts subject to the Service Contract Act
of 1965 (41 U.S.C. 351, et seq.).

\(vii\) 52.247-64, Preference for Privately Owned U.S.-Flag Commercial
Vessels (FEB 2006) (46 U.S.C. Appx 1241(b) and 10 U.S.C. 2631). Flow
down required in accordance with paragraph (d) of FAR clause 52.247-64.

\(2\) While not required, the contractor May include in its subcontracts
for commercial items a minimal number of additional clauses necessary to
satisfy its contractual obligations.

(End of Clause)

‍

## ‍ 3.11 52.232-19 AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS FOR THE NEXT FISCAL YEAR (APR 1984)

Funds are not presently available for performance under this contract
beyond September 30, 2006. The Government\'s obligation for performance
of this contract beyond that date is contingent upon the availability of
appropriated funds from which payment for contract purposes can be made.
No legal liability on the part of the Government for any payment may
arise for performance under this contract beyond , until funds are made
available to the Contracting Officer for performance and until the
Contractor receives notice of availability, to be confirmed in writing
by the Contracting Officer.

(End of Clause)

‍

## ‍ 3.12 52.223-3 HAZARDOUS MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION AND MATERIAL SAFETY DATA (NOV 1991) ALTERNATE I (JUL 1995)

\(a\) Hazardous material, as used in this clause, includes any material
defined as hazardous under the latest version of Federal Standard No.
313 (including revisions adopted during the term of the contract).

\(b\) The offeror must list any hazardous material, as defined in
paragraph (a) of this clause, to be delivered under this contract. The
hazardous material shall be properly identified and include any
applicable identification number, such as National Stock Number or
Special Item Number. This information shall also be included on the
Material Safety Data Sheet submitted under this contract.

Material (If none, insert None)

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Identification No.

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

\(c\) The apparently successful offeror, by acceptance of the contract,
certifies that the list in paragraph (b) of this clause is complete.
This list must be updated during performance of the contract whenever
the Contractor determines that any other material to be delivered under
this contract is hazardous.

\(d\) The apparently successful offeror agrees to submit, for each item
as required prior to award, a Material Safety Data Sheet, meeting the
requirements of 29 CFR 1910.1200(g) and the latest version of Federal
Standard No. 313, for all hazardous material identified in paragraph (b)
of this clause. Data shall be submitted in accordance with Federal
Standard No. 313, whether or not the apparently successful offeror is
the actual manufacturer of these items. Failure to submit the Material
Safety Data Sheet prior to award may result in the apparently successful
offeror being considered nonresponsible and ineligible for award.

\(e\) If, after award, there is a change in the composition of the
item(s) or a revision to Federal Standard No. 313, which renders
incomplete or inaccurate the data submitted under paragraph (d) of this
clause or the certification submitted under paragraph (c) of this
clause, the Contractor shall promptly notify the Contracting Officer and
resubmit the data.

\(f\) Neither the requirements of this clause nor any act or failure to
act by the Government shall relieve the Contractor of any responsibility
or liability for the safety of Government, Contractor, or subcontractor
personnel or property.

\(g\) Nothing contained in this clause shall relieve the Contractor from
complying with applicable Federal, State, and local laws, codes,
ordinances, and regulations (including the obtaining of licenses and
permits) in connection with hazardous material.

\(h\) The Government\'s rights in data furnished under this contract
with respect to hazardous material are as follows:

\(1\) To use, duplicate and disclose any data to which this clause is
applicable. The purposes of this right are to\--

\(i\) Apprise personnel of the hazards to which they may be exposed in
using, handling, packaging, transporting, or disposing of hazardous
materials;

\(ii\) Obtain medical treatment for those affected by the material; and

\(iii\) Have others use, duplicate, and disclose the data for the
Government for these purposes.

\(2\) To use, duplicate, and disclose data furnished under this clause,
in accordance with subparagraph (h)(1) of this clause, in precedence
over any other clause of this contract providing for rights in data.

\(3\) The Government is not precluded from using similar or identical
data acquired from other sources.

\(i\) Except as provided in paragraph (i)(2) the Contractor shall
prepare and submit a sufficient number of Material Safety Data Sheets
(MSDS\'s), meeting the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.1200(g) and the
latest version of Federal Standard No. 313, for all hazardous materials
identified in paragraph (b) of this clause.

\(1\) For items shipped to consignees, the Contractor shall include a
copy of the MSDS with the packing list or other suitable shipping
document which accompanies each shipment. Alternatively, the Contractor
is permitted to transmit MSDS\'s to consignees in advance of receipt of
shipments by consignees, if authorized in writing by the Contracting
Officer.

\(2\) For items shipped to consignees identified by mailing address as
agency depots, distribution centers or customer supply centers, the
Contractor shall provide one copy of the MSDS\'s in or on each shipping
container. If affixed to the outside of each container, the MSDS must be
placed in a weather resistant envelope.

(End of Clause)

‍

## ‍ 3.13 52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the
same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request,
the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the
full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these
address(es):

http://www.arnet.gov/far

http://www1.va.gov/oamm/acquisitions/ars/policyreg/vaar/

‍52.203-3 GRATUITIES APR 1984

‍52.204-4 PRINTED OR COPIED DOUBLE-SIDED AUG 2000

ON RECYCLED PAPER

‍52.217-8 OPTION TO EXTEND SERVICES NOV 1999

‍52.237-3 CONTINUITY OF SERVICES JAN 1991

‍52.232-17 INTEREST JUN 1996

‍52.242-13 BANKRUPTCY JUL 1995

‍52.242-15 STOP-WORK ORDER AUG 1989

‍52.245-4 GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED PROPERTY JUN 2003

(SHORT FORM)

‍‍52.249-8 DEFAULT (FIXED-PRICE SUPPLY AND SERVICE) APR 1984

‍52.232-18 AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS APR 1984

‍852.237-70 CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES APR 1984

‍852.203-71 DISPLAY OF VA HOTLINE POSTER

‍52.223-5 POLLUTION PREVENTION AND RIGHT-TO-KNOW AUG 2003

‍52.237-2 PROTECTION OF GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS, APR 1984

EQUIPMENT, AND VEGETATION

‍52.202-1 DEFINITIONS JUL 2004

‍852.270-4 COMMERCIAL ADVERTISING NOV 1984

‍

(End of Clause)

‍‍

# ‍ CONTRACT DOCUMENTS, EXHIBITS, OR ATTACHMENTS

‍**ATTACHMENT A** WAGE DETERMINATION

**ATTACHMENT B** NCA OPERATIONAL STANDARDS AND MEASURES

See attached document OPERSTANDMEAS_V2.PDF

**ATTACHMENT C** PERFORMANCE OF WORK REQUIREMENTS SUMMARY

**ATTACHMENT D** QUALITY ASSURANCE PLAN

**ATTACHMENT E** SITE PLAN

**ATTACHMENT F** EVALUATION PLAN

‍**ATTACHMENT A**

REGISTER OF WAGE DETERMINATIONS UNDER THE SERVICE CONTRACT ACT

By direction of the Secretary of Labor

William W.Gross Director Division of Wage Determinations

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS ADMINISTRATION

WAGE AND HOUR DIVISION

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20210

Wage Determination No.: 1994-2133

Revision No.: 28

Date of Last Revision: 05/23/2005

State: Georgia

Area: Georgia Counties of Banks, Barrow, Bartow, Butts, Carroll,
Chattooga, Cherokee, Clarke, Clayton, Cobb, Coweta, Dawson, De Kalb,
Douglas, Fannin, Fayette, Floyd, Forsyth, Franklin, Fulton, Gilmer,
Gordon, Greene, Gwinnett, Habersham, Hall, Haralson, Henry, Jackson,
Lumpkin, Madison, Morgan, Murray, Newton, Oconee, Oglethorpe, Paulding,
Pickens, Polk, Rabun, Rockdale, Spalding, Stephens, Towns, Union,
Walton, White, Whitfield

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\*\*Fringe Benefits Required Follow the Occupational Listing\*\*

OCCUPATION CODE - TITLE MINIMUM WAGE RATE

01000 - Administrative Support and Clerical Occupations

01011 - Accounting Clerk I 11 .38

01012 - Accounting Clerk II 13 .15

01013 - Accounting Clerk III 14 .38

01014 - Accounting Clerk IV 16 .09

01030 - Court Reporter 17 .37

01050 - Dispatcher, Motor Vehicle 18 .36

01060 - Document Preparation Clerk 12 .54

01070 - Messenger (Courier) 9 .86

01090 - Duplicating Machine Operator 12 .54

01110 - Film/Tape Librarian 12 .77

01115 - General Clerk I 9 .81

01116 - General Clerk II 11 .37

01117 - General Clerk III 13 .93

01118 - General Clerk IV 14 .85

01120 - Housing Referral Assistant 19 .86

01131 - Key Entry Operator I 12 .32

01132 - Key Entry Operator II 13 .98

01191 - Order Clerk I 11 .11

01192 - Order Clerk II 12 .64

01261 - Personnel Assistant (Employment) I 12 .35

01262 - Personnel Assistant (Employment) II 14 .25

01263 - Personnel Assistant (Employment) III 16 .74

01264 - Personnel Assistant (Employment) IV 18 .79

01270 - Production Control Clerk 15 .58

01290 - Rental Clerk 11 .85

01300 - Scheduler, Maintenance 14 .57

01311 - Secretary I 14 .57

01312 - Secretary II 17 .37

01313 - Secretary III 19 .86

01314 - Secretary IV 22 .89

01315 - Secretary V 28 .15

01320 - Service Order Dispatcher 15 .22

01341 - Stenographer I 13 .60

01342 - Stenographer II 15 .85

01400 - Supply Technician 21 .82

01420 - Survey Worker (Interviewer) 15 .21

01460 - Switchboard Operator-Receptionist 11 .53

01510 - Test Examiner 17 .37

01520 - Test Proctor 17 .37

01531 - Travel Clerk I 12 .03

01532 - Travel Clerk II 13 .14

01533 - Travel Clerk III 14 .15

01611 - Word Processor I 12 .55

01612 - Word Processor II 14 .41

01613 - Word Processor III 16 .54

03000 - Automatic Data Processing Occupations

03010 - Computer Data Librarian 13 .48

03041 - Computer Operator I 15 .18

03042 - Computer Operator II 17 .43

03043 - Computer Operator III 19 .44

03044 - Computer Operator IV 21 .60

03045 - Computer Operator V 24 .77

03071 - Computer Programmer I (1) 21 .41

03072 - Computer Programmer II (1) 23 .01

03073 - Computer Programmer III (1) 27 .58

03074 - Computer Programmer IV (1) 27 .62

03101 - Computer Systems Analyst I (1) 27 .62

03102 - Computer Systems Analyst II (1) 27 .62

03103 - Computer Systems Analyst III (1) 27 .62

03160 - Peripheral Equipment Operator 15 .18

05000 - Automotive Service Occupations

05005 - Automotive Body Repairer, Fiberglass 20 .01

05010 - Automotive Glass Installer 17 .71

05040 - Automotive Worker 17 .71

05070 - Electrician, Automotive 18 .90

05100 - Mobile Equipment Servicer 15 .33

05130 - Motor Equipment Metal Mechanic 19 .90

05160 - Motor Equipment Metal Worker 17 .71

05190 - Motor Vehicle Mechanic 19 .90

05220 - Motor Vehicle Mechanic Helper 15 .40

05250 - Motor Vehicle Upholstery Worker 16 .71

05280 - Motor Vehicle Wrecker 17 .71

05310 - Painter, Automotive 18 .90

05340 - Radiator Repair Specialist 17 .71

05370 - Tire Repairer 13 .80

05400 - Transmission Repair Specialist 19 .90

07000 - Food Preparation and Service Occupations

(not set) - Food Service Worker 8 .53

07010 - Baker 11 .09

07041 - Cook I 10 .63

07042 - Cook II 12 .08

07070 - Dishwasher 8 .50

07130 - Meat Cutter 11 .46

07250 - Waiter/Waitress 7 .59

09000 - Furniture Maintenance and Repair Occupations

09010 - Electrostatic Spray Painter 16 .64

09040 - Furniture Handler 12 .05

09070 - Furniture Refinisher 15 .46

09100 - Furniture Refinisher Helper 11 .95

09110 - Furniture Repairer, Minor 14 .06

09130 - Upholsterer 15 .46

11030 - General Services and Support Occupations

11030 - Cleaner, Vehicles 9 .16

11060 - Elevator Operator 9 .00

11090 - Gardener 12 .82

11121 - House Keeping Aid I 8 .25

11122 - House Keeping Aid II 9 .00

11150 - Janitor 9 .83

11210 - Laborer, Grounds Maintenance 10 .41

11240 - Maid or Houseman 8 .30

11270 - Pest Controller 13 .26

11300 - Refuse Collector 9 .83

11330 - Tractor Operator 12 .36

11360 - Window Cleaner 11 .25

12000 - Health Occupations

12020 - Dental Assistant 14 .83

12040 - Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)/Paramedic/Ambulance Driver 14
.66

12071 - Licensed Practical Nurse I 13 .15

12072 - Licensed Practical Nurse II 14 .76

12073 - Licensed Practical Nurse III 16 .56

12100 - Medical Assistant 12 .47

12130 - Medical Laboratory Technician 13 .99

12160 - Medical Record Clerk 13 .71

12190 - Medical Record Technician 15 .03

12221 - Nursing Assistant I 8 .77

12222 - Nursing Assistant II 9 .86

12223 - Nursing Assistant III 10 .77

12224 - Nursing Assistant IV 12 .08

12250 - Pharmacy Technician 13 .52

12280 - Phlebotomist 12 .08

12311 - Registered Nurse I 20 .91

12312 - Registered Nurse II 25 .29

12313 - Registered Nurse II, Specialist 25 .29

12314 - Registered Nurse III 30 .56

12315 - Registered Nurse III, Anesthetist 30 .56

12316 - Registered Nurse IV 36 .63

13000 - Information and Arts Occupations

13002 - Audiovisual Librarian 20 .15

13011 - Exhibits Specialist I 16 .24

13012 - Exhibits Specialist II 20 .11

13013 - Exhibits Specialist III 24 .23

13041 - Illustrator I 18 .99

13042 - Illustrator II 23 .52

13043 - Illustrator III 28 .34

13047 - Librarian 25 .87

13050 - Library Technician 14 .50

13071 - Photographer I 14 .44

13072 - Photographer II 15 .01

13073 - Photographer III 18 .59

13074 - Photographer IV 22 .40

13075 - Photographer V 23 .86

15000 - Laundry, Dry Cleaning, Pressing and Related Occupations

15010 - Assembler 8 .55

15030 - Counter Attendant 8 .55

15040 - Dry Cleaner 10 .97

15070 - Finisher, Flatwork, Machine 8 .55

15090 - Presser, Hand 8 .55

15100 - Presser, Machine, Drycleaning 8 .55

15130 - Presser, Machine, Shirts 8 .55

15160 - Presser, Machine, Wearing Apparel, Laundry 8 .55

15190 - Sewing Machine Operator 11 .85

15220 - Tailor 13 .06

15250 - Washer, Machine 9 .68

19000 - Machine Tool Operation and Repair Occupations

19010 - Machine-Tool Operator (Toolroom) 15 .46

19040 - Tool and Die Maker 22 .45

21000 - Material Handling and Packing Occupations

21010 - Fuel Distribution System Operator 16 .03

21020 - Material Coordinator 17 .64

21030 - Material Expediter 17 .64

21040 - Material Handling Laborer 12 .00

21050 - Order Filler 11 .87

21071 - Forklift Operator 14 .08

21080 - Production Line Worker (Food Processing) 14 .08

21100 - Shipping/Receiving Clerk 13 .35

21130 - Shipping Packer 13 .35

21140 - Store Worker I 10 .71

21150 - Stock Clerk (Shelf Stocker; Store Worker II) 14 .08

21210 - Tools and Parts Attendant 14 .08

21400 - Warehouse Specialist 14 .38

23000 - Mechanics and Maintenance and Repair Occupations

23010 - Aircraft Mechanic 20 .66

23040 - Aircraft Mechanic Helper 15 .11

23050 - Aircraft Quality Control Inspector 21 .75

23060 - Aircraft Servicer 17 .34

23070 - Aircraft Worker 18 .45

23100 - Appliance Mechanic 18 .74

23120 - Bicycle Repairer 12 .83

23125 - Cable Splicer 20 .60

23130 - Carpenter, Maintenance 15 .53

23140 - Carpet Layer 16 .22

23160 - Electrician, Maintenance 21 .69

23181 - Electronics Technician, Maintenance I 17 .35

23182 - Electronics Technician, Maintenance II 23 .51

23183 - Electronics Technician, Maintenance III 25 .98

23260 - Fabric Worker 13 .70

23290 - Fire Alarm System Mechanic 17 .12

23310 - Fire Extinguisher Repairer 13 .66

23340 - Fuel Distribution System Mechanic 18 .92

23370 - General Maintenance Worker 14 .78

23400 - Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic 20 .81

23430 - Heavy Equipment Mechanic 18 .03

23440 - Heavy Equipment Operator 18 .23

23460 - Instrument Mechanic 18 .33

23470 - Laborer 9 .92

23500 - Locksmith 15 .46

23530 - Machinery Maintenance Mechanic 19 .00

23550 - Machinist, Maintenance 18 .32

23580 - Maintenance Trades Helper 12 .53

23640 - Millwright 20 .19

23700 - Office Appliance Repairer 17 .36

23740 - Painter, Aircraft 18 .56

23760 - Painter, Maintenance 15 .66

23790 - Pipefitter, Maintenance 20 .24

23800 - Plumber, Maintenance 19 .27

23820 - Pneudraulic Systems Mechanic 18 .33

23850 - Rigger 17 .96

23870 - Scale Mechanic 16 .22

23890 - Sheet-Metal Worker, Maintenance 19 .19

23910 - Small Engine Mechanic 14 .58

23930 - Telecommunication Mechanic I 19 .76

23931 - Telecommunication Mechanic II 21 .81

23950 - Telephone Lineman 19 .76

23960 - Welder, Combination, Maintenance 16 .33

23965 - Well Driller 16 .33

23970 - Woodcraft Worker 17 .11

23980 - Woodworker 13 .76

24000 - Personal Needs Occupations

24570 - Child Care Attendant 8 .55

24580 - Child Care Center Clerk 10 .22

24600 - Chore Aid 9 .94

24630 - Homemaker 13 .83

25000 - Plant and System Operation Occupations

25010 - Boiler Tender 21 .71

25040 - Sewage Plant Operator 17 .01

25070 - Stationary Engineer 21 .71

25190 - Ventilation Equipment Tender 13 .15

25210 - Water Treatment Plant Operator 15 .46

27000 - Protective Service Occupations

(not set) - Police Officer 17 .27

27004 - Alarm Monitor 14 .36

27006 - Corrections Officer 14 .13

27010 - Court Security Officer 15 .66

27040 - Detention Officer 15 .32

27070 - Firefighter 16 .29

27101 - Guard I 9 .22

27102 - Guard II 14 .54

28000 - Stevedoring/Longshoremen Occupations

28010 - Blocker and Bracer 17 .14

28020 - Hatch Tender 17 .14

28030 - Line Handler 17 .14

28040 - Stevedore I 16 .09

28050 - Stevedore II 18 .38

29000 - Technical Occupations

21150 - Graphic Artist 22 .27

29010 - Air Traffic Control Specialist, Center (2) 32 .10

29011 - Air Traffic Control Specialist, Station (2) 22 .13

29012 - Air Traffic Control Specialist, Terminal (2) 24 .37

29023 - Archeological Technician I 16 .97

29024 - Archeological Technician II 18 .99

29025 - Archeological Technician III 23 .52

29030 - Cartographic Technician 23 .52

29035 - Computer Based Training (CBT) Specialist/ Instructor 27 .62

29040 - Civil Engineering Technician 18 .59

29061 - Drafter I 14 .41

29062 - Drafter II 18 .27

29063 - Drafter III 18 .99

29064 - Drafter IV 23 .52

29081 - Engineering Technician I 15 .28

29082 - Engineering Technician II 19 .31

29083 - Engineering Technician III 20 .68

29084 - Engineering Technician IV 24 .19

29085 - Engineering Technician V 28 .22

29086 - Engineering Technician VI 30 .59

29090 - Environmental Technician 20 .68

29100 - Flight Simulator/Instructor (Pilot) 30 .01

29160 - Instructor 25 .27

29210 - Laboratory Technician 16 .42

29240 - Mathematical Technician 18 .80

29361 - Paralegal/Legal Assistant I 17 .52

29362 - Paralegal/Legal Assistant II 21 .25

29363 - Paralegal/Legal Assistant III 25 .93

29364 - Paralegal/Legal Assistant IV 29 .03

29390 - Photooptics Technician 22 .75

29480 - Technical Writer 27 .18

29491 - Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) Technician I 20 .40

29492 - Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) Technician II 24 .68

29493 - Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) Technician III 29 .58

29494 - Unexploded (UXO) Safety Escort 20 .40

29495 - Unexploded (UXO) Sweep Personnel 20 .40

29620 - Weather Observer, Senior (3) 26 .41

29621 - Weather Observer, Combined Upper Air and Surface Programs (3) 20
.09

29622 - Weather Observer, Upper Air (3) 20 .09

31000 - Transportation/ Mobile Equipment Operation Occupations

31030 - Bus Driver 14 .76

31260 - Parking and Lot Attendant 8 .15

31290 - Shuttle Bus Driver 12 .75

31300 - Taxi Driver 9 .73

31361 - Truckdriver, Light Truck 13 .00

31362 - Truckdriver, Medium Truck 14 .55

31363 - Truckdriver, Heavy Truck 17 .24

31364 - Truckdriver, Tractor-Trailer 17 .24

99000 - Miscellaneous Occupations

99020 - Animal Caretaker 9 .12

99030 - Cashier 8 .96

99041 - Carnival Equipment Operator 10 .16

99042 - Carnival Equipment Repairer 11 .81

99043 - Carnival Worker 7 .62

99050 - Desk Clerk 9 .20

99095 - Embalmer 18 .37

99300 - Lifeguard 10 .21

99310 - Mortician 20 .21

99350 - Park Attendant (Aide) 11 .53

99400 - Photofinishing Worker (Photo Lab Tech., Darkroom Tech) 10 .21

99500 - Recreation Specialist 10 .25

99510 - Recycling Worker 13 .07

99610 - Sales Clerk 9 .69

99620 - School Crossing Guard (Crosswalk Attendant) 9 .83

99630 - Sport Official 8 .88

99658 - Survey Party Chief (Chief of Party) 15 .71

99659 - Surveying Technician (Instr. Person/Surveyor Asst./Instr.) 12
.98

99660 - Surveying Aide 9 .35

99690 - Swimming Pool Operator 14 .27

99720 - Vending Machine Attendant 11 .69

99730 - Vending Machine Repairer 14 .27

99740 - Vending Machine Repairer Helper 11 .69

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ALL OCCUPATIONS LISTED ABOVE RECEIVE THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS:

HEALTH & WELFARE: \$2.87 an hour or \$114.80 a week or \$497.47 a month

VACATION: 2 weeks paid vacation after 1 year of service with a
contractor or successor; and 3 weeks after 8 years. Length of service
includes the whole span of continuous service with the present
contractor or successor, wherever employed, and with the predecessor
contractors in the performance of similar work at the same Federal
facility. (Reg. 29 CFR 4.173)

HOLIDAYS: A minimum of ten paid holidays per year: New Year\'s Day,
Martin Luther King Jr.\'s Birthday, Washington\'s Birthday, Memorial
Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans\' Day,
Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. (A contractor may substitute for
any of the named holidays another day off with pay in accordance with a
plan communicated to the employees involved.) (See 29 CFR 4.174)

THE OCCUPATIONS WHICH HAVE PARENTHESES AFTER THEM RECEIVE THE FOLLOWING
BENEFITS (as numbered):

1\) Does not apply to employees employed in a bona fide executive,
administrative, or professional capacity as defined and delineated in 29
CFR 541. (See CFR 4.156)

2\) APPLICABLE TO AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLERS ONLY - NIGHT DIFFERENTIAL: An
employee is entitled to pay for all work performed between the hours of
6:00 P.M. and 6:00 A.M. at the rate of basic pay plus a night pay
differential amounting to 10 percent of the rate of basic pay.

3\) WEATHER OBSERVERS - NIGHT PAY & SUNDAY PAY: If you work at night as
part of a regular tour of duty, you will earn a night differential and
receive an additional 10% of basic pay for any hours worked between 6pm
and 6am. If you are a full-time employed (40 hours a week) and Sunday is
part of your regularly scheduled workweek, you are paid at your rate of
basic pay plus a Sunday premium of 25% of your basic rate for each hour
of Sunday work which is not overtime (i.e. occasional work on Sunday
outside the normal tour of duty is considered overtime work).

HAZARDOUS PAY DIFFERENTIAL: An 8 percent differential is applicable to
employees employed in a position that represents a high degree of hazard
when working with or in close proximity to ordinance, explosives, and
incendiary materials. This includes work such as screening, blending,
dying, mixing, and pressing of sensitive ordance, explosives, and
pyrotechnic compositions such as lead azide, black powder and photoflash
powder. All dry-house activities involving propellants or explosives.
Demilitarization, modification, renovation, demolition, and maintenance
operations on sensitive ordnance, explosives and incendiary materials.
All operations involving regrading and cleaning of artillery ranges.

A 4 percent differential is applicable to employees employed in a
position that represents a low degree of hazard when working with, or in
close proximity to ordance, (or employees possibly adjacent to)
explosives and incendiary materials which involves potential injury such
as laceration of hands, face, or arms of the employee engaged in the
operation, irritation of the skin, minor burns and the like; minimal
damage to immediate or adjacent work area or equipment being used. All
operations involving, unloading, storage, and hauling of ordance,
explosive, and incendiary ordnance material other than small arms
ammunition. These differentials are only applicable to work that has
been specifically designated by the agency for ordnance, explosives, and
incendiary material differential pay.

\*\* UNIFORM ALLOWANCE \*\*

If employees are required to wear uniforms in the performance of this
contract (either by the terms of the Government contract, by the
employer, by the state or local law, etc.), the cost of furnishing such
uniforms and maintaining (by laundering or dry cleaning) such uniforms
is an expense that may not be borne by an employee where such cost
reduces the hourly rate below that required by the wage determination.
The Department of Labor will accept payment in accordance with the
following standards as compliance:

The contractor or subcontractor is required to furnish all employees
with an adequate number of uniforms without cost or to reimburse
employees for the actual cost of the uniforms. In addition, where
uniform cleaning and maintenance is made the responsibility of the
employee, all contractors and subcontractors subject to this wage
determination shall (in the absence of a bona fide collective bargaining
agreement providing for a different amount, or the furnishing of
contrary affirmative proof as to the actual cost), reimburse all
employees for such cleaning and maintenance at a rate of \$3.35 per week
(or \$.67 cents per day). However, in those instances where the uniforms
furnished are made of \"wash and wear\" materials, may be routinely
washed and dried with other personal garments, and do not require any
special treatment such as dry cleaning, daily washing, or commercial
laundering in order to meet the cleanliness or appearance standards set
by the terms of the Government contract, by the contractor, by law, or
by the nature of the work, there is no requirement that employees be
reimbursed for uniform maintenance costs.

\*\* NOTES APPLYING TO THIS WAGE DETERMINATION \*\*

Under the policy and guidance contained in All Agency Memorandum No.
159, the Wage and Hour Division does not recognize, for section 4(c)
purposes, prospective wage rates and fringe benefit provisions that are
effective only upon such contingencies as \"approval of Wage and Hour,
issuance of a wage determination, incorporation of the wage
determination in the contract, adjusting the contract price, etc.\" (The
relevant CBA section) in the collective bargaining agreement between
(the parties) contains contingency language that Wage and Hour does not
recognize as reflecting \"arm\'s length negotiation\" under section 4(c)
of the Act and 29 C.F.R. 5.11(a) of the regulations. This wage
determination therefore reflects the actual CBA wage rates and fringe
benefits paid under the predecessor contract.

Source of Occupational Title and Descriptions:

The duties of employees under job titles listed are those described in
the \"Service Contract Act Directory of Occupations,\" Fourth Edition,
January 1993, as amended by the Third Supplement, dated March 1997,
unless otherwise indicated. This publication may be obtained from the
Superintendent of Documents, at 202-783-3238, or by writing to the
Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office,
Washington, D.C. 20402. Copies of specific job descriptions may also be
obtained from the appropriate contracting officer.

REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION OF ADDITIONAL CLASSIFICATION AND WAGE RATE
{Standard Form 1444 (SF 1444)}

Conformance Process:

The contracting officer shall require that any class of service employee
which is not listed herein and which is to be employed under the
contract (i.e., the work to be performed is not performed by any
classification listed in the wage determination), be classified by the
contractor so as to provide a reasonable relationship (i.e., appropriate
level of skill comparison) between such unlisted classifications and the
classifications listed in the wage determination. Such conformed classes
of employees shall be paid the monetary wages and furnished the fringe
benefits as are determined. Such conforming process shall be initiated
by the contractor prior to the performance of contract work by such
unlisted class(es) of employees. The conformed classification, wage
rate, and/or fringe benefits shall be retroactive to the commencement
date of the contract. {See Section 4.6 (C)(vi)} When multiple wage
determinations are included in a contract, a separate SF 1444 should be
prepared for each wage determination to which a class(es) is to be
conformed.

The process for preparing a conformance request is as follows:

1\) When preparing the bid, the contractor identifies the need for a
conformed occupation(s) and computes a proposed rate(s).

2\) After contract award, the contractor prepares a written report
listing in order proposed classification title(s), a Federal grade
equivalency (FGE) for each proposed classification(s), job
description(s), and rationale for proposed wage rate(s), including
information regarding the agreement or disagreement of the authorized
representative of the employees involved, or where there is no
authorized representative, the employees themselves. This report should
be submitted to the contracting officer no later than 30 days after such
unlisted class(es) of employees performs any contract work.

3\) The contracting officer reviews the proposed action and promptly
submits a report of the action, together with the agency\'s
recommendations and pertinent information including the position of the
contractor and the employees, to the Wage and Hour Division, Employment
Standards Administration, U.S. Department of Labor, for review. (See
section 4.6(b)(2) of Regulations 29 CFR Part 4).

4\) Within 30 days of receipt, the Wage and Hour Division approves,
modifies, or disapproves the action via transmittal to the agency
contracting officer, or notifies the contracting officer that additional
time will be required to process the request.

5\) The contracting officer transmits the Wage and Hour decision to the
contractor.

6\) The contractor informs the affected employees.

Information required by the Regulations must be submitted on SF 1444 or
bond paper.

When preparing a conformance request, the \"Service Contract Act
Directory of Occupations\" (the Directory) should be used to compare job
definitions to insure that duties requested are not performed by a
classification already listed in the wage determination. Remember, it is
not the job title, but the required tasks that determine whether a class
is included in an established wage determination. Conformances may not
be used to artificially split, combine, or subdivide classifications
listed in the wage determination.

‍‍**ATTACHMENT C**

**PERFORMANCE OF WORK REQUIREMENTS SUMMARY**

1\. The purpose of this exhibit is to:

A.  List the contract requirements considered most critical to
    acceptable contract performance.

B.  Show, where applicable, the maximum allowable degree of deviation
    from perfect performance for each requirement that shall be allowed
    by the Government before contract performance is considered
    unsatisfactory.

C.  Define the procedure the Government shall use in reducing the
    Contractor\'s monthly payment if satisfactory performance is not
    rendered.

2\. The Government\'s quality assurance procedures are based on actual
performance of the contract and all areas will be reviewed periodically,
(e.g. weekly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annually).

3\. The criteria for acceptable and unacceptable performance are as
follows:

A. Contract requirements. The criteria for requirements are the level of
performance deemed acceptable to the Government.

B. If the quality of work does not comply with the contract requirements
the COTR will initiate and the Contractor shall be required to complete
a Contract Discrepancy Report (CDR).

C. The CDR will require the Contractor to explain in writing why
performance was unacceptable, how performance will be returned to an
acceptable level, and how recurrence of the problem will be prevented in
the future. The Contractor will not be paid for services not rendered in
accordance with the standards set forth in this contract.

D. If the level of performance is deemed unacceptable to the Government
concurrent with two unsatisfactory ratings, monthly payment will be
reduced for unsatisfactory performance by the percentage as shown in the
chart below:

\(1\) **HEADSTONE SETTING AND ALIGNMENT**

+-------------+----------------+---------------+------------+--------+
| **          | **Minimum      | **Desired     | **Disi     | *      |
| Performance | Acceptable     | Level (DL)**  | ncentive** | *Incen |
| Standard**  | Level (MAL)**  |               |            | tive** |
+-------------+----------------+---------------+------------+--------+
| Headstones  | **90% of       | **100% of     | **20% of   | **Full |
| and Markers | Headstones and | Headstones    | invoice    | pay    |
| are         | Markers        | and Markers   | deducted   | ment** |
| properly    | inspected meet | inspected     | for        |        |
| aligned.    | proper height  | meet proper   | failure to | **of   |
|             | and alignment  | height and    | meet       | inv    |
|             | r              | alignment     | MAL.**     | oice** |
|             | equirements.** | re            |            |        |
|             |                | quirements.** |            |        |
+-------------+----------------+---------------+------------+--------+
| **Safety    | **No accidents | **No          | **5 % of   | **Full |
| Maintained  | or incidents   | accidents or  | invoice    | pay    |
| during      | due to         | incidents due | deducted   | ment** |
| o           | contractor's   | to            | for safety |        |
| perations** | failure to     | contractor's  | vi         | **of   |
|             | take safety    | failure to    | olation.** | inv    |
|             | precautions.** | take safety   |            | oice** |
|             |                | p             |            |        |
|             |                | recautions.** |            |        |
+-------------+----------------+---------------+------------+--------+

\(2\) **HEADSTONE CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE**

+-------------+-----------------+----------------+-----------+-------+
| **          | **Minimum       | **Desired      | **Disin   | **I   |
| Performance | Acceptable      | Level (DL)**   | centive** | ncent |
| Standard**  | Level (MAL)**   |                |           | ive** |
+-------------+-----------------+----------------+-----------+-------+
| *           | **90% of        | **100% of      | **20%     | *     |
| *Headstones | Headstones and  | Headstones and | deduction | *Full |
| and Markers | Markers         | Markers        | from      | paym  |
| are clean   | inspected are   | inspected are  | invoice   | ent** |
| and free of | acceptably      | acceptably     | for       |       |
| debris and  | clean and free  | clean and free | failure   | **of  |
| ob          | of debris**     | of debris**    | to meet   | invo  |
| jectionable |                 |                | MAL.**    | ice** |
| accu        |                 |                |           |       |
| mulations** |                 |                |           |       |
+-------------+-----------------+----------------+-----------+-------+
| **Safety    | **No accidents  | **No accidents | **5% of   | *     |
| Maintained  | or incidents    | or incidents   | invoice   | *Full |
| during      | due to          | due to         | deducted  | paym  |
| o           | contractor's    | contractor's   | for       | ent** |
| perations** | failure to take | failure to     | safety    |       |
|             | safety          | take safety    | vio       | **of  |
|             | precautions.**  | precautions.** | lation.** | invo  |
|             |                 |                |           | ice** |
+-------------+-----------------+----------------+-----------+-------+

**(3)** GROUNDS MAINTENANCE

+-----------+-----------------+----------------+------------+--------+
| Pe        | **Minimum       | **Desired      | **Disi     | *      |
| rformance | Acceptable      | Level (DL)**   | ncentive** | *Incen |
| Standard  | Level (MAL)**   |                |            | tive** |
+-----------+-----------------+----------------+------------+--------+
| **Turf    | :::             | ::: D          | ::: Defin  | :      |
| Main      | Definition-Term | efinition-Term | ition-Term | :: Def |
| tenance** | **90 % of Turf  | **95 % of Turf | **20% of   | initio |
|           | area is pest    | area is pest   | invoice    | n-Term |
|           | and weed free.  | and weed free. | deduction  | **Full |
|           | Healthy and     | Healthy and    | for        | pay    |
|           | green           | green          | failing to | ment** |
|           | appearance.     | appearance.    | meet MAL** | :::    |
|           | Sod/seed        | Sod/seed       | :::        |        |
|           | replaced where  | replaced where |            | :      |
|           | appropriate.**  | appropriate.** |            | :: Def |
|           | :::             | :::            |            | initio |
|           |                 |                |            | n-Term |
|           |                 |                |            | **of   |
|           |                 |                |            | inv    |
|           |                 |                |            | oice** |
|           |                 |                |            | :::    |
+-----------+-----------------+----------------+------------+--------+
| *         | :::             | ::: D          | ::: Defin  | :      |
| *Mowing** | Definition-Term | efinition-Term | ition-Term | :: Def |
|           | **95 % of Turf  | **100 % of     | **20% of   | initio |
|           | area is         | Turf area is   | invoice    | n-Term |
|           | maintained      | maintained     | deduction  | **Full |
|           | within one inch | within one     | for        | pay    |
|           | above the range | inch above the | failing to | ment** |
|           | of that which   | range of that  | meet MAL** | :::    |
|           | is              | which is       | :::        |        |
|           | professionally  | professional   |            | :      |
|           | recommended for | ly recommended |            | :: Def |
|           | that type and   | for that type  |            | initio |
|           | region**        | and region**   |            | n-Term |
|           | :::             | :::            |            | **of   |
|           |                 |                |            | inv    |
|           |                 |                |            | oice** |
|           |                 |                |            | :::    |
+-----------+-----------------+----------------+------------+--------+
| :         | :::             | ::: D          | ::: Defin  | **Full |
| :: Defini | Definition-Term | efinition-Term | ition-Term | pay    |
| tion-Term | **95 % of       | **100 % Plants | **5% of    | ment** |
| **Plant & | Plants and      | and Trees are  | invoice    |        |
| Tree      | Trees are free  | free of pests  | deduction  | **of   |
| Main      | of pests and    | and are        | for        | inv    |
| tenance** | are maintained  | maintained at  | failing to | oice** |
| :::       | at a healthy,   | a healthy,     | meet MAL** |        |
|           | shaped and      | shaped and     | :::        |        |
|           | trimmed to      | trimmed to     |            |        |
|           | proper height   | proper height  |            |        |
|           | and shape for   | and shape for  |            |        |
|           | size and type   | size and type  |            |        |
|           | of tree.**      | of tree.**     |            |        |
|           | :::             | :::            |            |        |
+-----------+-----------------+----------------+------------+--------+
| :         | :::             | ::: D          | ::: Defin  | **Full |
| :: Defini | Definition-Term | efinition-Term | ition-Term | pay    |
| tion-Term | **98% of all    | **100% of all  | **5% of    | ment** |
| *         | unmowed grass   | unmowed grass  | invoice    |        |
| *Trimming | around          | around         | deduction  | **of   |
| and       | headstones,     | headstones,    | for        | inv    |
| Edging**  | monuments,      | monuments,     | failing to | oice** |
| :::       | markers and     | markers and    | meet MAL** |        |
|           | other vertical  | other vertical | :::        |        |
|           | surfaces are    | surfaces are   |            |        |
|           | trimmed to its  | trimmed to its |            |        |
|           | recommended     | recommended    |            |        |
|           | height.**       | height.**      |            |        |
|           | :::             | :::            |            |        |
+-----------+-----------------+----------------+------------+--------+
| :         | :::             | ::: D          | ::: Defin  | **Full |
| :: Defini | Definition-Term | efinition-Term | ition-Term | pay    |
| tion-Term | **95 % of Turf  | **100 % of     | **5%       | ment** |
| **Removal | area is free of | Turf area is   | deduction  |        |
| of        | leaves, fallen  | free of        | from       | **of   |
| Debris**  | branches and    | leaves, fallen | invoice    | inv    |
| :::       | trash after one | branches, and  | for        | oice** |
|           | attempt to      | trash**        | failing to |        |
|           | correct any     | :::            | meet MAL** |        |
|           | deficiencies**  |                | :::        |        |
|           | :::             |                |            |        |
+-----------+-----------------+----------------+------------+--------+
| :         | :::             | ::: D          | ::: Defin  | **Full |
| :: Defini | Definition-Term | efinition-Term | ition-Term | pay    |
| tion-Term | **95% of Roads, | **100% of      | **5%       | ment** |
| *         | Walkways and    | Roads,         | deduction  |        |
| *Sweeping | cemetery        | Walkways and   | from       | :      |
| and       | grounds are     | cemetery       | invoice    | :: Def |
| Blowing   | free of         | grounds are    | for        | initio |
| off of    | debris.**       | free of        | failing to | n-Term |
| roads and | :::             | debris.**      | meet MAL** | **of   |
| w         |                 | :::            | :::        | inv    |
| alkways** |                 |                |            | oice** |
| :::       |                 |                |            | :::    |
+-----------+-----------------+----------------+------------+--------+
| :         | :::             | ::: D          | ::: Defin  | :      |
| :: Defini | Definition-Term | efinition-Term | ition-Term | :: Def |
| tion-Term | **90% of all    | **100% of all  | **\$100    | initio |
| **Snow    | areas           | areas          | deduction  | n-Term |
| and Ice   | designated in   | designated in  | from       | **Full |
| Removal** | technical       | technical      | invoice    | pay    |
| :::       | specifications  | specifications | for        | ment** |
|           | are free of     | are free of    | failure to | :::    |
|           | snow and ice.** | snow and       | meet       |        |
|           | :::             | ice.**         | MAL.**     | **of   |
|           |                 | :::            | :::        | inv    |
|           |                 |                |            | oice** |
+-----------+-----------------+----------------+------------+--------+
| :         | :::             | ::: D          | ::: Defin  | Full   |
| :: Defini | Definition-Term | efinition-Term | ition-Term | p      |
| tion-Term | **Turns in all  | **Turns in all | **5%       | ayment |
| **Report  | required        | required       | deduction  |        |
| Sub       | submittals 95%  | submittals     | from       | **of   |
| mittals** | of the time.**  | 100% of the    | invoice    | inv    |
| :::       | :::             | time.**        | for        | oice** |
|           |                 | :::            | failure to |        |
|           |                 |                | meet       |        |
|           |                 |                | MAL.**     |        |
|           |                 |                | :::        |        |
+-----------+-----------------+----------------+------------+--------+
| :         | :::             | No accidents   | 5%         | **Full |
| :: Defini | Definition-Term | or incidents   | deduction  | pay    |
| tion-Term | **No accidents  | due to         | from       | ment** |
| **Safety  | or incidents    | contractor's   | invoice    |        |
| M         | due to          | failure to     | for safety | **of   |
| aintained | contractor's    | take safety    | violation. | inv    |
| during    | failure to take | precautions.   |            | oice** |
| ope       | safety          |                |            |        |
| rations** | precautions.**  |                |            |        |
| :::       | :::             |                |            |        |
+-----------+-----------------+----------------+------------+--------+

\(4\) **INTERMENT SHELTER SET UP /CLEANING**

+-----------+-----------------+------------------+----------+---------+
| **Pe      | **Minimum       | **Desired Level  | **Disinc | **Ince  |
| rformance | Acceptable      | (DL)**           | entive** | ntive** |
| S         | Level (MAL)**   |                  |          |         |
| tandard** |                 |                  |          |         |
+-----------+-----------------+------------------+----------+---------+
| *         | **Shelters have | **Shelters have  | **5% of  | Full    |
| *Cleaning | been cleaned of | been cleaned of  | invoice  | payment |
| and       | all debris and  | all debris and   | deducted |         |
| Set-up of | necessary       | necessary set-up | for      | **of    |
| S         | set-up          | completed at     | failure  | in      |
| helters** | completed at    | least 30 minutes | to meet  | voice** |
|           | least 45        | prior to first   | MAL.**   |         |
|           | minutes prior   | service.**       |          |         |
|           | to first        |                  |          |         |
|           | service.**      |                  |          |         |
+-----------+-----------------+------------------+----------+---------+

**(5)** JANITORIAL SERVICES

+-------------+---------------+----------------+------------+-------+
| Performance | **Minimum     | **Desired      | **Disi     | **I   |
| Standard    | Acceptable    | Level (DL)**   | ncentive** | ncent |
|             | Level (MAL)** |                |            | ive** |
+-------------+---------------+----------------+------------+-------+
| **Toilets   | **Toilets are | **Toilets are  | **10%      | Full  |
| Cleaned and | cleaned and   | cleaned and    | deduction  | pa    |
| Sanitized** | sanitized 95% | sanitized 100% | from       | yment |
|             | of the        | of the time.** | invoice    |       |
|             | time.**       |                | for        | **of  |
|             |               |                | failure to | invo  |
|             |               |                | meet       | ice** |
|             |               |                | MAL.**     |       |
+-------------+---------------+----------------+------------+-------+
| **Floors    | **Floors are  | **Floors are   | **5%       | Full  |
| are clean,  | clean,        | clean,         | deducted   | pa    |
| sanitized   | sanitized and | sanitized and  | from       | yment |
| and free of | free of dirt, | free of dirt,  | invoice**  |       |
| dirt and    | debris and    | debris and     |            | **of  |
| water.**    | water 95% of  | water 100% of  |            | invo  |
|             | the time.**   | the time.**    |            | ice** |
+-------------+---------------+----------------+------------+-------+
| Trash cans  | **Trash cans  | **Trash cans   | **10%      | Full  |
| emptied and | are emptied   | are emptied    | deducted   | pa    |
| cleaned.    | and cleaned   | and cleaned    | from       | yment |
|             | 95% of the    | 100% of the    | invoice**  |       |
|             | time.**       | time.**        |            | **of  |
|             |               |                |            | invo  |
|             |               |                |            | ice** |
+-------------+---------------+----------------+------------+-------+
| **Glass     | **Glass       | **Glass        | **1%       | Full  |
| Surfaces    | Surfaces are  | Surfaces are   | deducted   | pa    |
| Cleaned and | cleaned and   | cleaned and    | from       | yment |
| free of     | free of dirt, | free of dirt,  | invoice**  |       |
| dirt,       | streaks and   | streaks and    |            | **of  |
| streaks and | smudges 95%   | smudges 100%   |            | invo  |
| smudges.**  | of the        | of the time.** |            | ice** |
|             | time.**       |                |            |       |
+-------------+---------------+----------------+------------+-------+
| *           | **Supplies    | **Supplies are | **5%       | Full  |
| *Dispensers | are           | replenished    | deducted   | pa    |
| are         | replenished   | 100% of the    | from       | yment |
| replenished | 95% of the    | time.**        | invoice**  |       |
| with toilet | time.**       |                |            | **of  |
| paper,      |               |                |            | invo  |
| paper       |               |                |            | ice** |
| towels and  |               |                |            |       |
| soap.**     |               |                |            |       |
+-------------+---------------+----------------+------------+-------+

‍

**ATTACHMENT D**

**1. Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan:** The QASP will consist of
periodic inspections conducted by the COTR or his/her designee, and by
visitor input (in the form of complaints of poor service or responses on
good service). A completed evaluation covering the items listed in the
"Management Support Rating Criteria" (enclosed below) will be forwarded
to the Contracting Officer every six (6) months, by the COTR. A
surveillance report will be prepared by the CO and forwarded to the
Contractor. The Contractor shall respond to any complaints and/or
ratings of poor performance within five (5) calendar days, after receipt
of the report. All visitor complaints deemed by the COTR to require a
written response to the Contractor, or administrative action, will be
forwarded to the CO, as soon as possible, for action.

**MANAGEMENT SUPPORT RATING CRITERIA**

+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
| #  | #                     | # INDICATORS OF SUCCESS                 |
| CL | PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVE |                                         |
| IN |                       |                                         |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
|    | #                     |                                         |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
|    | # GROUNDS             |                                         |
|    |  MAINTENANCE SERVICES |                                         |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
|    | ## TURF MAINTENANCE   |                                         |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
| 0  | FERTILIZING           | Report provided on appropriate form to  |
| 01 |                       | the COTR within 5 working days          |
|    | **Fertilizing -- four |                                         |
|    | times during growing  |                                         |
|    | season**              |                                         |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    | **Lime Application -- |                                         |
|    | early fall or winter  |                                         |
|    | as indicated by soil  |                                         |
|    | testing.**            |                                         |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
|    |                       |                                         |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
| 0  | WEEDING               | Turf in burial and other public areas   |
| 01 |                       | is 90% weed free.                       |
|    | **Weed treatment --   |                                         |
|    | twice per year        | Pest and disease-free turf covers at    |
|    | (spring and fall)**   | least 95% of the area.                  |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
|    |                       |                                         |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
| *  | #                     | Elimination of food source through use  |
| *0 | # GOPHERS/MOLES/PESTS | of pesticides; report provided to COTR  |
| 01 |                       | on appropriate form within 5 working    |
| ** |                       | days.                                   |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Soil tamped into holes and turf         |
|    |                       | replaced or reseeded to insure          |
|    |                       | acceptable appearance at all times.     |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
|    |                       |                                         |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
| 0  | ## PEST               | Record of pesticides/herbicides applied |
| 01 | ICIDES AND HERBICIDES | (type, amount, application area,        |
|    |                       | weather conditions) furnished to COTR   |
|    |                       | within 5 days of application.           |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Appropriate signs posted informing      |
|    |                       | public of the time and date the         |
|    |                       | chemical was applied.                   |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
|    | ##                    |                                         |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
| 0  | ## MOWING             | Weekly mowing inspections reveals       |
| 01 |                       | compliance with NCA standards for grass |
|    |                       | height. Mowing will be performed twice  |
|    |                       | per week during growing season (April   |
|    |                       | through October), unless otherwise      |
|    |                       | determined by COTR.                     |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Turf in burial and public areas is      |
|    |                       | maintained at a height of 1 to 2        |
|    |                       | inches.                                 |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Contractor has mowed, edged and trimmed |
|    |                       | all grass within the cemetery and       |
|    |                       | outside perimeter enclosure walls as    |
|    |                       | specified by the COTR.                  |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | All turf areas are mowed such that no   |
|    |                       | more than 1/3 of the height of the      |
|    |                       | grass is removed at any one mowing.     |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Evident grass clippings, leaves, fallen |
|    |                       | branches and trash have been removed.   |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
|    |                       |                                         |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
| *  | ## EDGING             | Weekly inspections reveals edging of    |
| *0 |                       | streets, curbs, walkways, tree wells    |
| 01 |                       | and shrub beds have been edged both     |
| ** |                       | inside and outside cemetery grounds.    |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Evident grass clippings/leaves have     |
|    |                       | been removed from walkways (inside and  |
|    |                       | out), flagpole bases, interment area    |
|    |                       | and roads.                              |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+

+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
| #  | #                     | # INDICATORS OF SUCCESS                 |
| CL | PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVE |                                         |
| IN |                       |                                         |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
| *  | ## TRIMMING           | Unmowed grass around headstones,        |
| *0 |                       | monuments, markers and vertical         |
| 01 |                       | surfaces has been trimmed to a height   |
| ** |                       | of 1 to 2 inches.                       |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | The readability of the headstone or     |
|    |                       | marker is not obstructed and turf does  |
|    |                       | not encroach on flat grave markers.     |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | There are no signs of turf being        |
|    |                       | "scalped" by string trimmers.           |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Shrubs have been trimmed monthly during |
|    |                       | summer months/growing season. Trimmings |
|    |                       | have been removed and kept free of      |
|    |                       | debris both in and around shrubs.       |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
|    |                       |                                         |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
| *  | ## LEAF COLLECTION    | All fallen leaves/twigs have been       |
| *0 |                       | collected and removed from the cemetery |
| 01 |                       | grounds and the immediate area outside  |
| ** |                       | the cemetery between Jan 1 and December |
|    |                       | 31 of the calendar year, except when    |
|    |                       | delayed by the onset of severe weather  |
|    |                       | conditions.                             |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
| #  | #                     | #                                       |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
|    | **[PLANT AND TREE     |                                         |
|    | MAINT                 |                                         |
|    | ENANCE]{.underline}** |                                         |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
| *  | ## PLANT              | Trees are kept free of suckers.         |
| *0 |  MATERIAL MAINTENANCE |                                         |
| 01 |                       | All cuts have been made to ANSI A300    |
| ** |                       | Standards.                              |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Watering basins around newly planted    |
|    |                       | trees are free of grass and weeds.      |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Shredded pine or fir bark mulch has     |
|    |                       | been added when required. (No bark      |
|    |                       | chips or nuggets allowed.)              |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Planting beds are compatible with the   |
|    |                       | geographic region.                      |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Planting beds are free of weeds, pests  |
|    |                       | and disease.                            |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Dead flowers and other plant materials  |
|    |                       | have been removed.                      |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Plants are spaced adequately to give an |
|    |                       | abundant mass effect.                   |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Where annual plants are used, they are  |
|    |                       | rotated when they have finished         |
|    |                       | blooming.                               |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
|    | ##                    |                                         |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
| *  | ## TREE MAINTENANCE   | New trees have been staked per          |
| *0 |                       | specifications.                         |
| 01 |                       |                                         |
| ** |                       | Trees showing adverse affect from high  |
|    |                       | winds have been staked.                 |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Damaged trees have been reported to the |
|    |                       | COTR.                                   |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
|    |                       |                                         |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
| *  | ## HEDGES             | Hedges have been rimmed to promote      |
| *0 |                       | healthy and attractive appearance, with |
| 01 |                       | bottom wider than the top.              |
| ** |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Hedges are free of dead branches,       |
|    |                       | leaves and weed growth.                 |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
|    |                       |                                         |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
| *  | ## SHRUBS             | Beds containing shrubs are attractive   |
| *0 |                       | and free of weeds.                      |
| 01 |                       |                                         |
| ** |                       | Dead or dying plant material has been   |
|    |                       | reported to the COTR.                   |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Shrubs have been watered during growing |
|    |                       | season to the degree needed to maintain |
|    |                       | an attractive appearance.               |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
| #  | #                     | #                                       |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
| 0  | **PRUNING STANDARDS   | Crown Cleaning:                         |
| 01 | FOR SHADE TREES:**    |                                         |
|    |                       | Dead, dying or diseased, weak branches  |
|    |                       | and water spouts have been removed from |
|    |                       | the tree's crown. Smaller limbs and     |
|    |                       | twigs have been removed as to leave the |
|    |                       | foliage pattern evenly distributed.     |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Crown Thinning:                         |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Selective branches have been removed to |
|    |                       | increase light penetration, air         |
|    |                       | movement and reduce weight. The top is  |
|    |                       | to be higher and sides reduced in order |
|    |                       | to maintain a tree-like form.           |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Crown Raising:                          |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Lower branches of trees have been       |
|    |                       | removed to provide clearance of         |
|    |                       | approximately 15 feet. Cuts should not  |
|    |                       | be made to prevent normal sap flow.     |
|    |                       | Tree is trimmed high enough to allow    |
|    |                       | sunlight to penetrate the trunk         |
|    |                       | sometime during the day.                |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Crown Shaping:                          |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Branches have been removed to reduce    |
|    |                       | height and/or spread of the tree. Trees |
|    |                       | should be shapely and typical of their  |
|    |                       | species. (Consideration has been given  |
|    |                       | to species to sustain this type of      |
|    |                       | pruning.) No more than 1/3 the total    |
|    |                       | area should be reduced in a single      |
|    |                       | operation.                              |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Crown Restoration:                      |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Should improve structure, form and      |
|    |                       | appearance of tree that has been        |
|    |                       | severely headed, vandalized or storm    |
|    |                       | damaged                                 |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+

+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
| #  | #                     | # INDICATORS OF SUCCESS                 |
| CL | PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVE |                                         |
| IN |                       |                                         |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
| #  | #                     | #                                       |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
| *  | # HEADSTONE CLE       | All objectionable material and          |
| *0 | ANING AND MAINTENANCE | discoloration, such as accumulations of |
| 02 |                       | bird droppings or mud, tire and hose    |
| ** |                       | markings, grass stains, residue from    |
|    |                       | trees, fungus, mold, etc. have been     |
|    |                       | removed from each headstone.            |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Headstones are cleaned:                 |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | 1.  Prior to Memorial Day               |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | 2.  Prior to Veteran's Day              |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | 3.  As determined by the COTR           |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Sidewalks, curbs and entrance gate to   |
|    |                       | cemetery have been pressure-washed.     |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Headstones have remained plumb and      |
|    |                       | aligned after cleaning.                 |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Turf surrounding headstones remains     |
|    |                       | undamaged by cleaning.                  |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Headstones having any accidental dirt   |
|    |                       | splash-up or grass debris have been     |
|    |                       | promptly cleaned.                       |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Contractor uses cleaning product,       |
|    |                       | "Daybreak" at 50/50 mix with water on   |
|    |                       | all white headstones on both cleanings  |
|    |                       | each year. (Inspections and tracking of |
|    |                       | results using "Daybreak" on all         |
|    |                       | headstones will be conducted by the     |
|    |                       | COTR.)                                  |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Percent of headstones inspected in a    |
|    |                       | defined time period and on a regular    |
|    |                       | bases are acceptably clean and          |
|    |                       | debris-free.                            |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
| #  | #                     | #                                       |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
| 0  | ##                    | Snow and ice was removed from:          |
| 03 |  SNOW AND ICE REMOVAL |                                         |
|    |                       | 1.  cemetery driveway                   |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | 2.  all walkways on cemetery grounds    |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | 3.  all steps to buildings and          |
|    |                       |     structures                          |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | 4.  city sidewalks surrounding the      |
|    |                       |     cemetery site                       |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | 5.  areas outside the cemetery walls as |
|    |                       |     designated by the COTR.             |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | All passages from the roadway to the    |
|    |                       | gravesite were cleaned for those        |
|    |                       | interments conducted during the snow    |
|    |                       | season.                                 |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
| #  | #                     | #                                       |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
| *  | # SUNKEN GRAVE REPAIR | Sunken graves have been refilled with   |
| *0 |                       | approved backfill and have been tamped  |
| 04 |                       | to within two (2) inches of established |
| ** |                       | grade.                                  |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Topsoil has been added to bring the     |
|    |                       | gravesite to the established grade.     |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Disturbed area has been raked free of   |
|    |                       | stones and debris in excess of one (1)  |
|    |                       | inch measured in any direction.         |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Graves have been sodded/seeded as       |
|    |                       | specified.                              |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Cemetery has been checked for holes and |
|    |                       | washouts and has been filled            |
|    |                       | immediately.                            |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Gravesites have no standing water.      |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
|    | #                     |                                         |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
| ** | **CLEANING AND        | ::: Definition-Term                     |
| 00 | MAINTENANCE OF PUBLIC | Restrooms are disinfected and free of   |
| 5, | RESTROOMS**           | dirt, deposits, streaks and odors.      |
| 0  |                       | :::                                     |
| 06 |                       |                                         |
| ** |                       | Toilets and urinals are disinfected and |
|    |                       | free of scale, stains, scum and other   |
|    |                       | deposits.                               |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Floors are swept, and wet mopped to     |
|    |                       | ensure they are free of litter, dirt,   |
|    |                       | dust and debris.                        |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Restrooms are properly stocked with     |
|    |                       | sufficient toilet paper, paper towels   |
|    |                       | and soap.                               |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
|    |                       |                                         |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
| ** | **CLEANING OF ALL     | ::: Definition-Term                     |
| 00 | FACILITY BUILDINGS**  | Floors are swept (and mopped, if        |
| 5, |                       | necessary), carpets, windows, and       |
| 0  |                       | blinds are cleaned periodically to      |
| 06 |                       | ensure they are free of litter, dirt,   |
| ** |                       | dust and debris.                        |
|    |                       | :::                                     |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+

+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
| #  | #                     | # INDICATORS OF SUCCESS                 |
| CL | PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVE |                                         |
| IN |                       |                                         |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
| ** | # HEADSTONE           | ::: Definition-Term                     |
| 00 | SETTING AND ALIGNMENT | Headstones are installed within ten     |
| 8, |                       | (10) days of delivery to Georgia        |
| 00 |                       | National Cemetery as weather and soil   |
| 9, |                       | conditions permit or as soon as         |
| 0  |                       | practicable after receipt.              |
| 10 |                       | :::                                     |
| ** |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Breakage or damage of a headstone due   |
|    |                       | to Contractor negligence has been       |
|    |                       | reported to the COTR immediately.       |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | ::: Definition-Term                     |
|    |                       | Damaged and replacement headstones,     |
|    |                       | upon receipt of the new headstones,     |
|    |                       | have been destroyed by the Contractor   |
|    |                       | by breaking the headstone with a maul   |
|    |                       | or sledgehammer. Resulting debris has   |
|    |                       | been removed from the cemetery grounds. |
|    |                       | :::                                     |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Headstones are protected from the       |
|    |                       | weather during transportation and       |
|    |                       | storage to avoid damage or staining     |
|    |                       | from crating materials. The COTR will   |
|    |                       | establish a suitable storage area at    |
|    |                       | Georgia National Cemetery.              |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | ::: Definition-Term                     |
|    |                       | Upright headstones for individual       |
|    |                       | graves have been erected on the center  |
|    |                       | line at the head of the grave with the  |
|    |                       | inscription facing the grave.           |
|    |                       | :::                                     |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Headstones are set plumb and aligned    |
|    |                       | laterally, transversely and diagonally  |
|    |                       | with the headstones on other graves.    |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Measurements were taken from the        |
|    |                       | selection layout control points and not |
|    |                       | from headstones previously set.         |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | New and replacement headstones in old   |
|    |                       | sections are set at the same distance   |
|    |                       | above ground as the adjacent            |
|    |                       | headstones, provided they are set with  |
|    |                       | the inscription above the ground level. |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | In new sections, all upright headstones |
|    |                       | are set at a height of 24 inches from   |
|    |                       | the finished grave to the top of the    |
|    |                       | arc. Minor deviations in less than      |
|    |                       | nominal height are permissible to       |
|    |                       | provide a uniform appearance in the top |
|    |                       | line to compensate for slight ground    |
|    |                       | rises or depression within a burial     |
|    |                       | section.                                |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | ::: Definition-Term                     |
|    |                       | Placement of flat markers have been     |
|    |                       | installed with the top edge flush with  |
|    |                       | the head of the gravesite, at grade     |
|    |                       | level and with the face of the marker   |
|    |                       | parallel to the ground.                 |
|    |                       | :::                                     |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Flat marker height permits passage of   |
|    |                       | lawn mowing equipment without damage to |
|    |                       | the markers.                            |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Contractor has submitted his weekly     |
|    |                       | inspection report to the COTR           |
|    |                       | indicating:                             |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | 1.  Number of headstones raised         |
|    |                       |     (upright and flat) and section      |
|    |                       |     number                              |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | 2.  Number of headstones realigned      |
|    |                       |     (upright and flat) and section      |
|    |                       |     number.                             |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | 3.  Contractor has submitted report to  |
|    |                       |     the COTR explaining any situations  |
|    |                       |     where there is a problem aligning a |
|    |                       |     headstone.                          |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
|    |                       | .                                       |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
| *  | ## SODDING & SEEDING  | All newly dug or refilled graves have   |
| *0 |                       | been properly re-sodded or seeded with  |
| 11 |                       | quality topsoil to insure quality turf. |
| ** |                       | Sod/seed is free of noxious weeds.      |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Contractor has removed and disposed of  |
|    |                       | all dead turf and has replaced any sod  |
|    |                       | which has died or has been damaged      |
|    |                       | during the establishment period.        |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Delivery tickets indicating weight,     |
|    |                       | analysis, purity and vendor's name,     |
|    |                       | etc. have been submitted to the COTR    |
|    |                       | within 2 days of analysis.              |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
|    |                       |                                         |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+
| *  | **INTERMENT SHELTER   | Shelters have been cleaned of all       |
| *0 | SET-UP / CLEANING**   | debris and necessary set-up completed   |
| 12 |                       | at least 30 minutes prior to first      |
| ** |                       | service.                                |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Temporary committal shelters haven been |
|    |                       | cleaned of all debris and twelve chairs |
|    |                       | have be set up 30 minutes prior to the  |
|    |                       | first scheduled service for that        |
|    |                       | shelter.                                |
|    |                       |                                         |
|    |                       | Flowers pedals and debris have been     |
|    |                       | cleaned up between services.            |
+----+-----------------------+-----------------------------------------+

‍**ATTACHMENT E**

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ATTACHMENT F

**EVALUATION PLAN**

**For**

**Solicitation No: VA-786-06-RP-0050**

**Cemetery Maintenance**

1.  INTRODUCTION

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a.  This plan describes the method used to evaluate offerors for the
    subject solicitation. The Government intends to evaluate offers and
    award to one offeror based on initial offers without discussions.
    However, the Government reserves the right to conduct discussions
    with offerors or ask for revised proposals.

b.  Options. The Government will evaluate offers for award purposes by
    adding the total price for all options to the total price for the
    basic requirement. The Government may determine that an offer is
    unacceptable if the option prices are significantly unbalanced.
    Evaluation of options shall not obligate the Government to exercise
    the option(s).

c.  A written notice of award or acceptance of an offer, mailed or
    otherwise furnished to the successful offeror within the time for
    acceptance specified in the offer, shall result in a binding
    contract without further action by either party. Unless a written
    notice of withdrawal is received before award, or offer's specified
    expiration time that may accept an offer (or part of an offer),
    whether or not there are negotiations.

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2.  BASIS OF AWARD

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a.  Award will be made to the responsible, lowest price, technically
    acceptable proposal in accordance with FAR 15.101-2. Past
    performance will be evaluated in accordance with FAR 15.305.
    Technical Capability and Past Performance will be evaluated on a
    Pass/Fail basis in accordance with FAR 15.101-2, 15.304, and 15.305.
    No tradeoffs will be performed.

b.  Subjective judgment on the part of the Government is implicit in the
    evaluation procedures. The Government may award a contract to other
    than the lowest price offeror, if the low priced offeror's proposal
    does not meet the technical requirements of the solicitation . Award
    will be made in the aggregate for the Contract Line Item Numbers
    (CLINs) listed on the SF 1449 continuation pages (schedule) of the
    solicitation.

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3.  EVALUATION PROCESS

    a.  Upon closing of the solicitation, Evaluation Team members will
        review each proposal and subjectively rate each factor in
        accordance with this Evaluation Plan and attached Evaluation
        Checklists. This pass/fail analysis shall cover all non-price
        evaluation factors. If questions or clarifications are required,
        each evaluator will provide the question in writing to the
        Contracting Officer for review. Exchanges with offerors after
        receipt of proposals are conducted in accordance with FAR
        15.306. Requests for clarification may be issued to enhance
        government understanding of Offeror proposals. Offerors shall
        not be permitted to revise their proposal in response to the
        requests for clarification; however, corrections of a minor
        nature may be permitted, and Offerors may be given the
        opportunity to clarify certain aspects of their proposals
        because the government intends to award without discussions.

    b.  Each evaluator shall prepare a narrative assessment of the
        respective factors for the proposal evaluated. In preparing the
        written narrative, the evaluator must be aware that it is the
        principle means available to the SSA to reach a source selection
        decision.

    c.  The evaluator must indicate in the narrative, as a minimum: the
        comprehensive summary of strengths or weaknesses, the impact of
        any deficiencies, and rationale for the assigned rating of each
        factor. Clarity and sufficient detail are key to successfully
        prepared narratives.

    d.  Evaluation Factors:

> FACTOR (A), [Technical Capability]{.underline}: This Factor consists
> of three sub-factors. Each sub-factor will be evaluated IAW FAR
> 15101-2, 15.304 and 15.305 on a pass/fail basis. Failure in any
> sub-factor will cause the entire proposal to fail.
>
> SUB-FACTOR (1): [Experience and training of technical service
> personnel]{.underline}: In evaluating this sub-factor, the panel may
> use any combination of methods including examination of Offeror
> submitted documentation (such as résumés and diplomas), site
> inspection of previous projects, and person to person contact with
> references, the site superintendent, and key technical personnel.
>
> SUB-FACTOR(2): [Understanding of Work Requirement and Performance Work
> Plan:]{.underline} To evaluate this sub-factor, the panel will
> subjectively assess the Offeror's written plan for feasibility and for
> understanding of the work requirement.
>
> SUB-FACTOR(3): 3. [Quality Control Plan:]{.underline} To evaluate this
> sub-factor, the panel will subjectively assess the Offeror's written
> plan for feasibility, likeness to prevent discrepancies, and likely
> responsiveness to correct deficiencies as they are identified. The
> evaluation will also consider whether documentation and information
> feedback proved to the Government will be sufficient to assess the
> Contractor's performance with respect to inspections and evaluations
> conducted and remedial action(s) taken.
>
> FACTOR (B), [Past Performance]{.underline}: Performance risk will be
> evaluated in accordance with FAR 15 by the Evaluation Team. In
> assessing past performance risk, the evaluators will employ several
> approaches including (a) reviewing the experience listed in the
> proposal, (b) soliciting information from an offeror's customers and
> business associates; federal government agencies and local Government
> agencies; and from other persons and organizations. The performance
> attributes which the Government will assess will include, for example:
> the offeror's record of conforming to contract requirements, including
> the administrative aspects of performance; the offeror's reputation
> for good workmanship; the offeror's record of forecasting and
> controlling costs; the offeror's record for adhering to contract
> schedules; the offeror's reputation for reasonable and cooperative
> behavior and commitment to customer satisfaction; and generally, the
> offeror's reputation for demonstrating a business-like concern for the
> interests of its customers. The attached past performance
> questionnaire will be sent to the Offeror's past performance
> references. This process will result in an overall risk rating of
> "Acceptable Risk" or "Unacceptable Risk", as defined below. The risk
> assessment represents the Government evaluation team's judgment of the
> probability of an offeror successfully accomplishing the proposed
> effort based on the offeror's demonstrated present and past
> performance. Offerors evaluated as "Unacceptable Risk" will fail.
> Offerors without relevant past performance history will be evaluated
> "Neutral".
>
> [Acceptable]{.underline}. Based on the offeror's performance record,
> little doubt exists that the offeror will successfully perform the
> required effort.
>
> [Neutral]{.underline}. No performance record identifiable or not
> similar/relevant for the nature of the work being proposed.
>
> [Unacceptable]{.underline}. Based on the offeror's record, substantial
> doubt exists that the offeror will successfully perform the required
> effort.
>
> FACTOR (C), [Price]{.underline}: An Offeror's proposal shall represent
> the offeror's best efforts to the solicitation. The total evaluated
> price will be the sum of all CLINs listed on the SF 1449 continuation
> pages of the solicitation (cumulative prices for basic and option year
> CLINs). Price will be evaluated by the Contracting Officer for "price
> reasonableness" using price analysis techniques in FAR Subpart 15.

EVALUATION CHECKLISTS and/or QUESTIONNAIRE

SOLICIATION NO.: VA-786-06-RP-0050

Cemetery Maintenance at Georgia National Cemetery.

Contractor: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Evaluator Name:
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Date: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

FACTOR A. Technical Capability

Sub-Factor (1) - Experience & Training of Technical Service Personnel

Site Superintendent & Key Technical Personnel

  -------- -------------------------------------------------- ----- ------
  1        3 years of successful experience in planning and   YES   NO
           supervising large landscaping maintenance                
           operations, cemetery maintenance, or similar             
           projects. Demonstrated education or experience in        
           turf grass maintenance and horticulture.                 

  2        Ability to successfully communicate with the COTR  YES   NO
           verbally and in writing.                                 
  -------- -------------------------------------------------- ----- ------

Sub-Factor (2) Understanding of Work Requirement and Performance Work
Plan:

  -------- -------------------------------------------------- ----- ------
  1        Offeror's work plan is realistic and demonstrates  YES   NO
           an understanding of the work requirement                 

  3        Offeror's plan is complete and addresses all       YES   NO
           relevant requirements as described in Attachments        
           B-O.                                                     
  -------- -------------------------------------------------- ----- ------

Sub-Factor (3) Quality Control Plan

  -------- -------------------------------------------------- ----- ------
  1        Offeror's work plan is realistic and is likely     YES   NO
           prevent discrepancies and to be responsive to            
           correct identified deficiencies                          

  3        Offeror's outlined lines of supervision and levels YES   NO
           of authority are adequate to allow key personnel         
           at the operational level to take all corrective          
           actions.                                                 
  -------- -------------------------------------------------- ----- ------

FACTOR B. PAST PERFORMANCE

  ----- --------------------------------------- ------------- ----------------
  a\.   Based upon the past performance         YES           NO
        investigation, does the offeror\'s past               
        performance represent acceptable risk?                

  b\.   Please provide a narrative explanation                
        of your determination.                                
  ----- --------------------------------------- ------------- ----------------

Past Performance Questionnaire

COMPANY:
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

REFERENCE:
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

TYPE OF WORK:
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

CONTRACT PERIOD:
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

LENGTH OF SERVICES PERFORMED:
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

ESTIMATED CONTRACT AWARD AMOUNT:
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

For the following questions, please choose the number on the scale from
1 to 5, which most accurately describes the Contractor's performance on
the contract referenced above.

1 - unacceptable performance

2 - marginally acceptable

3 - fully acceptable or Good

4 - Very Good, with very few incidents

5 - Superior performance.

You may fax this questionnaire along with your comments to Mr. Paul
Daugherty at (703) 441-7025. Please call (703) 441-4005, if you have any
questions. Thank you for your time and input.

1 Evaluate the company's compliance with contractual 1 2 3 4 5 N/A

terms and conditions and the technical requirements of the

contract.

Comments:

2 Has the company demonstrated reasonable and cooperative 1 2 3 4 5 N/A

behavior in resolving customer requests and or complaints?

Comments:

3 Is the offeror flexible in satisfying the requirements of the 1 2 3 4
5 N/A

customer?

Comments:

4 To what extend did the company meet the response times 1 2 3 4 5 N/A

in the contract?

Comments:

5 Are invoices easily understood and do they accurately reflect 1 2 3 4
5 N/A

charges?

Comments:

6 Rate the company's overall performance: 1 2 3 4 5 N/A

Comments:

7\. Would you award to this company again? 1 2 3 4 5 N/A

Comments:

FACTOR C. PRICE

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  a\.           Does the offeror\'s price estimate      YES           NO
                appear\                                               
                to be complete?                                       

  b\.           Is the proposed price reasonable        YES           NO
                compared\                                             
                to the Government estimate and the                    
                Government's Acquisition history for                  
                similar items or services?                            

  c\.           Is the price reasonable in              YES           NO
                relationship\                                         
                to other offerors?                                    

  d\.           Is the price reasonable in              YES           NO
                relationship\                                         
                to the proposed level of effort?                      

  WHAT IS THE                                           REASONABLE    UNREASONABLE
  OVERALL                                                             
  ASSESSMENT\                                                         
  OF PRICE?                                                           

                                                                      

                                                                      

  Comments:                                                           

                                                                      

                                                                      

                                                                      

                                                                      

                                                                      

                                                                      

                                                                      

                                                                      

                                                                      

                                                                      

                                                                      

                                                                      

                                                                      

                                                                      

                                                                      

                                                                      

                                                                      

                                                                      

                                                                      
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# ‍ SOLICITATION PROVISIONS

‍

## ‍ 5.1 52.212-1 INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS\--COMMERCIAL ITEMS (JAN 2006)

\(a\) North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code and
small business size standard. The NAICS code and small business size
standard for this acquisition appear in Block 10 of the solicitation
cover sheet (SF 1449). However, the small business size standard for a
concern which submits an offer in its own name, but which proposes to
furnish an item which it did not itself manufacture, is 500 employees.

\(b\) Submission of offers. Submit signed and dated offers to the office
specified in this solicitation at or before the exact time specified in
this solicitation. Offers may be submitted on the SF 1449, letterhead
stationery, or as otherwise specified in the solicitation. As a minimum,
offers must show \--

\(1\) The solicitation number;

\(2\) The time specified in the solicitation for receipt of offers;

\(3\) The name, address, and telephone number of the offeror;

\(4\) A technical description of the items being offered in sufficient
detail to evaluate compliance with the requirements in the solicitation.
This may include product literature, or other documents, if necessary;

\(5\) Terms of any express warranty;

\(6\) Price and any discount terms;

\(7\) \"Remit to\" address, if different than mailing address;

\(8\) A completed copy of the representations and certifications at FAR
52.212-3 (see FAR 52.212-3(j) for those representations and
certifications that the offeror shall complete electronically);

\(9\) Acknowledgment of Solicitation Amendments;

\(10\) Past performance information, when included as an evaluation
factor, to include recent and relevant contracts for the same or similar
items and other references (including contract numbers, points of
contact with telephone numbers and other relevant information); and

\(11\) If the offer is not submitted on the SF 1449, include a statement
specifying the extent of agreement with all terms, conditions, and
provisions included in the solicitation. Offers that fail to furnish
required representations or information, or reject the terms and
conditions of the solicitation may be excluded from consideration.

\(c\) Period for acceptance of offers. The offeror agrees to hold the
prices in its offer firm for 30 calendar days from the date specified
for receipt of offers, unless another time period is specified in an
addendum to the solicitation.

\(d\) Product samples. When required by the solicitation, product
samples shall be submitted at or prior to the time specified for receipt
of offers. Unless otherwise specified in this solicitation, these
samples shall be submitted at no expense to the Government, and returned
at the sender\'s request and expense, unless they are destroyed during
preaward testing.

\(e\) Multiple offers. Offerors are encouraged to submit multiple offers
presenting alternative terms and conditions or commercial items for
satisfying the requirements of this solicitation. Each offer submitted
will be evaluated separately.

\(f\) Late submissions, modifications, revisions, and withdrawals of
offers.

\(1\) Offerors are responsible for submitting offers, and any
modifications, revisions, or withdrawals, so as to reach the Government
office designated in the solicitation by the time specified in the
solicitation. If no time is specified in the solicitation, the time for
receipt is 4:30 p.m., local time, for the designated Government office
on the date that offers or revisions are due.

(2)(i) Any offer, modification, revision, or withdrawal of an offer
received at the Government office designated in the solicitation after
the exact time specified for receipt of offers is \`\`late\'\' and will
not be considered unless it is received before award is made, the
Contracting Officer determines that accepting the late offer would not
unduly delay the acquisition; and\--

\(A\) If it was transmitted through an electronic commerce method
authorized by the solicitation, it was received at the initial point of
entry to the Government infrastructure not later than 5:00 p.m. one
working day prior to the date specified for receipt of offers; or

\(B\) There is acceptable evidence to establish that it was received at
the Government installation designated for receipt of offers and was
under the Government\'s control prior to the time set for receipt of
offers; or

\(C\) If this solicitation is a request for proposals, it was the only
proposal received.

\(ii\) However, a late modification of an otherwise successful offer,
that makes its terms more favorable to the Government, will be
considered at any time it is received and may be accepted.

\(3\) Acceptable evidence to establish the time of receipt at the
Government installation includes the time/date stamp of that
installation on the offer wrapper, other documentary evidence of receipt
maintained by the installation, or oral testimony or statements of
Government personnel.

\(4\) If an emergency or unanticipated event interrupts normal
Government processes so that offers cannot be received at the Government
office designated for receipt of offers by the exact time specified in
the solicitation, and urgent Government requirements preclude amendment
of the solicitation or other notice of an extension of the closing date,
the time specified for receipt of offers will be deemed to be extended
to the same time of day specified in the solicitation on the first work
day on which normal Government processes resume.

\(5\) Offers may be withdrawn by written notice received at any time
before the exact time set for receipt of offers. Oral offers in response
to oral solicitations may be withdrawn orally. If the solicitation
authorizes facsimile offers, offers may be withdrawn via facsimile
received at any time before the exact time set for receipt of offers,
subject to the conditions specified in the solicitation concerning
facsimile offers. An offer may be withdrawn in person by an offeror or
its authorized representative if, before the exact time set for receipt
of offers, the identity of the person requesting withdrawal is
established and the person signs a receipt for the offer.

\(g\) Contract award (not applicable to Invitation for Bids). The
Government intends to evaluate offers and award a contract without
discussions with offerors. Therefore, the offeror\'s initial offer
should contain the offeror\'s best terms from a price and technical
standpoint. However, the Government reserves the right to conduct
discussions if later determined by the Contracting Officer to be
necessary. The Government may reject any or all offers if such action is
in the public interest; accept other than the lowest offer; and waive
informalities and minor irregularities in offers received.

\(h\) Multiple awards. The Government may accept any item or group of
items of an offer, unless the offeror qualifies the offer by specific
limitations. Unless otherwise provided in the Schedule, offers may not
be submitted for quantities less than those specified. The Government
reserves the right to make an award on any item for a quantity less than
the quantity offered, at the unit prices offered, unless the offeror
specifies otherwise in the offer.

\(i\) Availability of requirements documents cited in the solicitation.

(1)(i) The GSA Index of Federal Specifications, Standards and Commercial
Item Descriptions, FPMR Part 101-29, and copies of specifications,
standards, and commercial item descriptions cited in this solicitation
may be obtained for a fee by submitting a request to\--

GSA Federal Supply Service Specifications Section Suite 8100 470 East
L\'Enfant Plaza, SW, Washington, DC 20407

Telephone (202) 619-8925 Facsimile (202) 619-8978.

\(ii\) If the General Services Administration, Department of
Agriculture, or Department of Veterans Affairs issued this solicitation,
a single copy of specifications, standards, and commercial item
descriptions cited in this solicitation may be obtained free of charge
by submitting a request to the addressee in paragraph (i)(1)(i) of this
provision. Additional copies will be issued for a fee.

\(2\) Most unclassified Defense specifications and standards may be
downloaded from the following ASSIST websites:

\(i\) ASSIST (http://assist.daps.dla.mil).

\(ii\) Quick Search (http://assist.daps.dla.mil/quicksearch).

\(iii\) ASSISTdocs.com (http://assistdocs.com).

\(3\) Documents not available from ASSIST may be ordered from the
Department of Defense Single Stock Point (DoDSSP) byâ€"

\(i\) Using the ASSIST Shopping Wizard
(http://assist.daps.dla.mil/wizard);

\(ii\) Phoning the DoDSSP Customer Service Desk (215) 697-2179, Mon-Fri,
0730 to 1600 EST; or

\(iii\) Ordering from DoDSSP, Building 4, Section D, 700 Robbins Avenue,
Philadelphia, PA 19111-5094, Telephone (215) 697-2667/2179, Facsimile
(215) 697-1462.

\(4\) Nongovernment (voluntary) standards must be obtained from the
organization responsible for their preparation, publication, or
maintenance.

\(j\) Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) Number. (Applies to all
offers exceeding \$25,000, and offers of \$25,000 or less if the
solicitation requires the Contractor to be registered in the Central
Contractor Registration (CCR) database. The offeror shall enter, in the
block with its name and address on the cover page of its offer, the
annotation \`\`DUNS\'\' or \`\`DUNS +4\'\' followed by the DUNS or DUNS
+4 number that identifies the offeror\'s name and address. The DUNS +4
is the DUNS number plus a 4-character suffix that may be assigned at the
discretion of the offeror to establish additional CCR records for
identifying alternative Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) accounts (see
FAR Subpart 32.11) for the same parent concern. If the offeror does not
have a DUNS number, it should contact Dun and Bradstreet directly to
obtain one. An offeror within the United States may contact Dun and
Bradstreet by calling 1-866-705-5711 or via the internet at
http://www.dnb.com. An offeror located outside the United States must
contact the local Dun and Bradstreet office for a DUNS number.

\(k\) Central Contractor Registration. Unless exempted by an addendum to
this solicitation, by submission of an offer, the offeror acknowledges
the requirement that a prospective awardee shall be registered in the
CCR database prior to award, during performance and through final
payment of any contract resulting from this solicitation. If the Offeror
does not become registered in the CCR database in the time prescribed by
the Contracting Officer, the Contracting Officer will proceed to award
to the next otherwise successful registered Offeror. Offerors may obtain
information on registration and annual confirmation requirements via the
Internet at http://www.ccr.gov or by calling 1-888-227-2423 or
269-961-5757.

\(l\) Debriefing. If a post-award debriefing is given to requesting
offerors, the Government shall disclose the following information, if
applicable:

\(1\) The agency\'s evaluation of the significant weak or deficient
factors in the debriefed offeror\'s offer.

\(2\) The overall evaluated cost or price and technical rating of the
successful and the debriefed offeror and past performance information on
the debriefed offeror.

\(3\) The overall ranking of all offerors, when any ranking was
developed by the agency during source selection.

\(4\) A summary of the rationale for award;

\(5\) For acquisitions of commercial items, the make and model of the
item to be delivered by the successful offeror.

\(6\) Reasonable responses to relevant questions posed by the debriefed
offeror as to whether source-selection procedures set forth in the
solicitation, applicable regulations, and other applicable authorities
were followed by the agency.

(End of Provision)

‍

## ‍ 5.2 ADDENDUM to FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors\-- Commercial Items

The following provisions are incorporated into 52.212-1 as an addendum
to this solicitation:

‍

## ‍ 5.3 52.216-1 TYPE OF CONTRACT (APR 1984)

The Government contemplates award of a (Firm Fixed Price) contract
resulting from this solicitation.

(End of Provision)

‍

## ‍ 5.4 52.237-1 SITE VISIT (APR 1984)

Offerors or quoters are urged and expected to inspect the site where
services are to be performed and to satisfy themselves regarding all
general and local conditions that may affect the cost of contract
performance, to the extent that the information is reasonably
obtainable. In no event shall failure to inspect the site constitute
grounds for a claim after contract award.

(End of Provision)

‍‍

## ‍ 5.5 52.212-2 Evaluation \-- Commercial Items (Jan 1999)

‍(a) The Government will award a contract resulting from this
solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the
solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and
other factors considered. The following factors shall be used to
evaluate offers:

All non-price factors listed below are of equal weight will be evaluated
on a pass/fail basis. Failure in any factor will cause the entire
proposal to fail.

**A. Technical Capability:**

> **1. Experience and training of technical service personnel:**
>
> Provide name(s) of the proposed site superintendent and key technical
> personnel who will be employed by the contractor to perform work under
> this contract. Include experience, training and their proposed
> responsibilities.

**2. Understanding of Work Requirement and Performance Work Plan:**

> Offeror shall provide a written "Performance Work Plan." The plan
> should detail the Offeror's approach to meet the goals and to complete
> the work as they are described in the Performance Work Statement and
> the NCA's "Operational Standards and Measures" contained in Attachment
> B. . Include the type of equipment and supplies which will be
> utilized, names of any subcontractors or consultants, the methods the
> contractor will be using complete the project, general flow and
> sequencing of tasks, environmental permitting requirements, and any
> other relevant information that will allow the Government to evaluate
> your proposal.

**3. Quality Control Plan:**

> Offeror shall provide a Quality Control Plan that will detail its
> Quality Control Inspection System. The plan should include measures to
> detect, remedy, document and deter recurrences of discrepant
> performance or materials. It will consider whether the lines of
> supervision and levels of authority are adequate to allow key
> personnel at the operational level to take all corrective actions
> necessary to ensure quality of work by both Contractor and
> subcontractor employees. .

**B. PAST PERFORMANCE:**

The Government will review and evaluate information about each offeror's
past performance and will rate offerors as pass or fail based on their
documented past performance. Based on the offeror's past performance
record, if the Government determines that significant doubt exists that
the offeror will successfully and satisfactorily perform the required
effort, the offeror will be deemed unacceptable for the past performance
criteria. By acceptable past performance, the Government means the
offeror's reputation for satisfying its customers by delivering quality
work in a timely manner at a reasonable cost . Past performance also
includes the offeror's reputation for integrity, reasonable and
cooperative conduct, and commitment to customer satisfaction. The
Government will evaluate this information and will rate offeror as pass
or fail. The offer should describe past experience of the company and/or
subcontractors in providing similar services as specified in this
solicitation within the past three (3) years. List three (3) references
that can validate level of performance. Provide company's name, address,
telephone number, and point of contact. Evidence that an offeror has
poor past performance in any area will result in failure of the entire
element.

**C. Price**

An Offeror's proposal shall represent the offeror's best efforts to the
solicitation. The total evaluated price will be the sum of all line
items listed in the schedule. (cumulative prices for basic and option
years). The Offeror's Price will be evaluated for "price reasonableness"
using price analysis techniques in FAR Subpart 15.

\(b\) Options. The Government will evaluate offers for award purposes by
adding the total price for all options to the total price for the basic
requirement. The Government may determine that an offer is unacceptable
if the option prices are significantly unbalanced. Evaluation of options
shall not obligate the Government to exercise the option(s).

\(c\) A written notice of award or acceptance of an offer, mailed or
otherwise furnished to the successful offeror within the time for
acceptance specified in the offer, shall result in a binding contract
without further action by either party. Before the offer\'s specified
expiration time, the Government may accept an offer (or part of an
offer), whether or not there are negotiations after its receipt, unless
a written notice of withdrawal is received before award.

(End of Provision)

‍

## ‍ 5.6 52.233-2 SERVICE OF PROTEST (AUG 1996)

\(a\) Protests, as defined in section 33.101 of the Federal Acquisition
Regulation, that are filed directly with an agency, and copies of any
protests that are filed with the General Accounting Office (GAO), shall
be served on the Contracting Officer (addressed as follows) by obtaining
written and dated acknowledgment of receipt from:

Contracting Officer

Hand-Carried Address:

Department of Veterans Affairs

National Cemetery Administration

Centralized Contracting Division (41D3A)

5105 Russell Road

Quantico VA 22134

Mailing Address:

Department of Veterans Affairs

National Cemetery Administration

Centralized Contracting Division (41D3A)

5105 Russell Road

Quantico VA 22134

\(b\) The copy of any protest shall be received in the office designated
above within one day of filing a protest with the GAO.

(End of Provision)

‍

## ‍ 5.7 52.252-1 SOLICITATION PROVISIONS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

This solicitation incorporates one or more solicitation provisions by
reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full
text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text
available. The offeror is cautioned that the listed provisions may
include blocks that must be completed by the offeror and submitted with
its quotation or offer. In lieu of submitting the full text of those
provisions, the offeror may identify the provision by paragraph
identifier and provide the appropriate information with its quotation or
offer. Also, the full text of a solicitation provision may be accessed
electronically at this/these address(es):

http://www.arnet.gov/far

http://www1.va.gov/oamm/acquisitions/ars/policyreg/vaar/

‍852.270-1 REPRESENTATIVES OF CONTRACTING APR 1984

‍852.233-70 PROTEST CONTENT JAN 1998

‍852.233-71 ALTERNATE PROTEST PROCEDURE JAN 1998

‍

(End of Provision)

‍‍

# ‍ REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

‍

## ‍ 6.1 52.212-3 OFFEROR REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS\-- COMMERCIAL ITEMS (MAR 2005)

An offeror shall complete only paragraph (j) of this provision if the
offeror has completed the annual representations and certifications
electronically at http://orca.bpn.gov. If an offeror has not completed
the annual representations and certifications electronically at the ORCA
website, the offeror shall complete only paragraphs (b) through (i) of
this provision.

\(a\) Definitions. As used in this provision:

Emerging small business means a small business concern whose size is no
greater than 50 percent of the numerical size standard for the NAICS
code designated.

Forced or indentured child labor means all work or service\--

\(1\) Exacted from any person under the age of 18 under the menace of
any penalty for its nonperformance and for which the worker does not
offer himself voluntarily; or

\(2\) Performed by any person under the age of 18 pursuant to a contract
the enforcement of which can be accomplished by process or penalties.

Service-disabled veteran-owned small business concern\--

\(1\) Means a small business concern\--

\(i\) Not less than 51 percent of which is owned by one or more
service\--disabled veterans or, in the case of any publicly owned
business, not less than 51 percent of the stock of which is owned by one
or more service-disabled veterans; and

\(ii\) The management and daily business operations of which are
controlled by one or more service-disabled veterans or, in the case of a
service-disabled veteran with permanent and severe disability, the
spouse or permanent caregiver of such veteran.

\(2\) Service-disabled veteran means a veteran, as defined in 38 U.S.C.
101(2), with a disability that is service-connected, as defined in 38
U.S.C. 101(16).

Small business concern means a concern, including its affiliates, that
is independently owned and operated, not dominant in the field of
operation in which it is bidding on Government contracts, and qualified
as a small business under the criteria in 13 CFR part 121 and size
standards in this solicitation.

Veteran-owned small business concern means a small business concern\--

\(1\) Not less than 51 percent of which is owned by one or more veterans
(as defined at 38 U.S.C. 101(2)) or, in the case of any publicly owned
business, not less than 51 percent of the stock of which is owned by one
or more veterans; and

\(2\) The management and daily business operations of which are
controlled by one or more veterans.

Women-owned small business concern means a small business concern\--

\(1\) Which is at least 51 percent owned by one or more women or, in the
case of any publicly owned business, at least 51 percent of the stock of
which is owned by one or more women; and

\(2\) Whose management and daily business operations are controlled by
one or more women.

Women-owned business concern means a concern which is at least 51
percent owned by one or more women; or in the case of any publicly owned
business, at least 51 percent of its stock is owned by one or more
women;and whose management and daily business operations are controlled
by one or more women.

\(b\) Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) (26 U.S.C. 6109, 31 U.S.C.
7701). (Not applicable if the offeror is required to provide this
information to a central contractor registration database to be eligible
for award.)

\(1\) All offerors must submit the information required in paragraphs
(b)(3) through (b)(5) of this provision to comply with debt collection
requirements of 31 U.S.C. 7701(c) and 3325(d), reporting requirements of
26 U.S.C. 6041, 6041A, and 6050M, and implementing regulations issued by
the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).

\(2\) The TIN may be used by the Government to collect and report on any
delinquent amounts arising out of the offeror\'s relationship with the
Government (31 U.S.C. 7701(c)(3)). If the resulting contract is subject
to the payment reporting requirements described in FAR 4.904, the TIN
provided hereunder may be matched with IRS records to verify the
accuracy of the offeror\'s TIN.

\(3\) Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN).

\[ \] TIN: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.

\[ \] TIN has been applied for.

\[ \] TIN is not required because:

\[ \] Offeror is a nonresident alien, foreign corporation, or foreign
partnership that does not have income effectively connected with the
conduct of a trade or business in the United States and does not have an
office or place of business or a fiscal paying agent in the United
States;

\[ \] Offeror is an agency or instrumentality of a foreign government;

\[ \] Offeror is an agency or instrumentality of the Federal Government.

\(4\) Type of organization.

\[ \] Sole proprietorship;

\[ \] Partnership;

\[ \] Corporate entity (not tax-exempt);

\[ \] Corporate entity (tax-exempt);

\[ \] Government entity (Federal, State, or local);

\[ \] Foreign government;

\[ \] International organization per 26 CFR 1.6049-4;

\[ \] Other \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.

\(5\) Common parent.

\[ \] Offeror is not owned or controlled by a common parent;

\[ \] Name and TIN of common parent:

Name \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.

TIN \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.

\(c\) Offerors must complete the following representations when the
resulting contract will be performed in the United States or its
outlying areas. Check all that apply.

\(1\) Small business concern. The offeror represents as part of its
offer that it \[ \] is, \[ \] is not a small business concern.

\(2\) Veteran-owned small business concern. \[Complete only if the
offeror represented itself as a small business concern in paragraph
(c)(1) of this provision.\] The offeror represents as part of its offer
that it \[ \] is, \[ \] is not a veteran-owned small business concern.

\(3\) Service-disabled veteran-owned small business concern. \[Complete
only if the offeror represented itself as a veteran-owned small business
concern in paragraph (c)(2) of this provision.\] The offeror represents
as part of its offer that it \[ \] is, \[ \] is not a service-disabled
veteran-owned small business concern.

\(4\) Small disadvantaged business concern. \[Complete only if the
offeror represented itself as a small business concern in paragraph
(c)(1) of this provision.\] The offeror represents, for general
statistical purposes, that it \[ \] is, \[ \] is not a small
disadvantaged business concern as defined in 13 CFR 124.1002.

\(5\) Women-owned small business concern. \[Complete only if the offeror
represented itself as a small business concern in paragraph (c)(1) of
this provision.\] The offeror represents that it \[ \] is, \[ \] is not
a women-owned small business concern.

Note: Complete paragraphs (c)(6) and (c)(7) only if this solicitation is
expected to exceed the simplified acquisition threshold.

\(6\) Women-owned business concern (other than small business concern).
\[Complete only if the offeror is a women-owned business concern and did
not represent itself as a small business concern in paragraph (c)(1) of
this provision.\] The offeror represents that it \[ \] is a women-owned
business concern.

\(7\) Tie bid priority for labor surplus area concerns. If this is an
invitation for bid, small business offerors may identify the labor
surplus areas in which costs to be incurred on account of manufacturing
or production (by offeror or first-tier subcontractors) amount to more
than 50 percent of the contract price:

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

\(8\) Small Business Size for the Small Business Competitiveness
Demonstration Program and for the Targeted Industry Categories under the
Small Business Competitiveness Demonstration Program. \[Complete only if
the offeror has represented itself to be a small business concern under
the size standards for this solicitation.\]

\(i\) \[Complete only for solicitations indicated in an addendum as
being set-aside for emerging small businesses in one of the designated
industry groups (DIGs).\] The offeror represents as part of its offer
that it \[ \] is, \[ \] is not an emerging small business.

\(ii\) \[Complete only for solicitations indicated in an addendum as
being for one of the targeted industry categories (TICs) or designated
industry groups (DIGs).\] Offeror represents as follows:

\(A\) Offeror\'s number of employees for the past 12 months (check the
Employees column if size standard stated in the solicitation is
expressed in terms of number of employees); or

\(B\) Offeror\'s average annual gross revenue for the last 3 fiscal
years (check the Average Annual Gross Number of Revenues column if size
standard stated in the solicitation is expressed in terms of annual
receipts).

(Check one of the following):

Number of Employees Average Annual Gross Revenues

\_\_ 50 or fewer \_\_ \$1 million or less

\_\_ 51\--100 \_\_ \$1,000,001\--\$2 million

\_\_ 101\--250 \_\_ \$2,000,001\--\$3.5 million

\_\_ 251\--500 \_\_ \$3,500,001\--\$5 million

\_\_ 501\--750 \_\_ \$5,000,001\--\$10 million

\_\_ 751\--1,000 \_\_ \$10,000,001\--\$17 million

\_\_ Over 1,000 \_\_ Over \$17 million

\(9\) \[Complete only if the solicitation contains the clause at FAR
52.219-23, Notice of Price Evaluation Adjustment for Small Disadvantaged
Business Concerns, or FAR 52.219-25, Small Disadvantaged Business
Participation Program\--Disadvantaged Status and Reporting, and the
offeror desires a benefit based on its disadvantaged status.\]

\(i\) General. The offeror represents that either\--

\(A\) It \[ \] is, \[ \] is not certified by the Small Business
Administration as a small disadvantaged business concern and identified
,on the date of this representation, as a certified small disadvantaged
business concern in the database maintained by the Small Business
Administration (PRO-Net), and that no material change in disadvantaged
ownership and control has occurred since its certification, and, where
the concern is owned by one or more individuals claiming disadvantaged
status, the net worth of each individual upon whom the certification is
based does not exceed \$750,000 after taking into account the applicable
exclusions set forth at 13 CFR 124.104(c)(2); or

\(B\) It \[ \] has, \[ \] has not submitted a completed application to
the Small Business Administration or a Private Certifier to be certified
as a small disadvantaged business concern in accordance with 13 CFR 124,
Subpart B, and a decision on that application is pending, and that no
material change in disadvantaged ownership and control has occurred
since its application was submitted.

\(ii\) \[ \] Joint Ventures under the Price Evaluation Adjustment for
Small Disadvantaged Business Concerns. The offeror represents, as part
of its offer, that it is a joint venture that complies with the
requirements in 13 CFR 124.1002(f) and that the representation in
paragraph (c)(9)(i) of this provision is accurate for the small
disadvantaged business concern that is participating in the joint
venture. \[The offeror shall enter the name of the small disadvantaged
business concern that is participating in the joint venture:
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.\]

\(10\) HUBZone small business concern. \[Complete only if the offeror
represented itself as a small business concern in paragraph (c)(1) of
this provision.\] The offeror represents, as part of its offer, that\--

\(i\) It \[ \] is, \[ \] is not a HUBZone small business concern listed,
on the date of this representation, on the List of Qualified HUBZone
Small Business Concerns maintained by the Small Business Administration,
and no material change in ownership and control, principal office, or
HUBZone employee percentage has occurred since it was certified by the
Small Business Administration in accordance with 13 CFR part 126; and

\(ii\) It \[ \] is, \[ \] is not a joint venture that complies with the
requirements of 13 CFR part 126, and the representation in paragraph
(c)(10)(i) of this provision is accurate for the HUBZone small business
concern or concerns that are participating in the joint venture. \[The
offeror shall enter the name or names of the HUBZone small business
concern or concerns that are participating in the joint
venture:\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.\] Each HUBZone small business concern
participating in the joint venture shall submit a separate signed copy
of the HUBZone representation.

\(d\) Representations required to implement provisions of Executive
Order 11246\--

\(1\) Previous contracts and compliance. The offeror represents that\--

\(i\) It \[ \] has, \[ \] has not participated in a previous contract or
subcontract subject to the Equal Opportunity clause of this
solicitation; and

\(ii\) It \[ \] has, \[ \] has not filed all required compliance
reports.

\(2\) Affirmative Action Compliance. The offeror represents that\--

\(i\) It \[ \] has developed and has on file, \[ \] has not developed
and does not have on file, at each establishment, affirmative action
programs required by rules and regulations of the Secretary of Labor (41
CFR parts 60-1 and 60-2), or

\(ii\) It \[ \] has not previously had contracts subject to the written
affirmative action programs requirement of the rules and regulations of
the Secretary of Labor.

\(e\) Certification Regarding Payments to Influence Federal
Transactions(31 U.S.C. 1352). (Applies only if the contract is expected
to exceed \$100,000.) By submission of its offer, the offeror certifies
to the best of its knowledge and belief that no Federal appropriated
funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for influencing or
attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member
of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress or an employee of a
Member of Congress on his or her behalf in connection with the award of
any resultant contract.

\(f\) Buy American Act Certificate. (Applies only if the clause at
Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 52.225-1, Buy American
Act\--Supplies, is included in this solicitation.)

\(1\) The offeror certifies that each end product, except those listed
in paragraph (f)(2) of this provision, is a domestic end product and
that the offeror has considered components of unknown origin to have
been mined, produced, or manufactured outside the United States. The
offeror shall list as foreign end products those end products
manufactured in the United States that do not qualify as domestic end
products. The terms \"component,\" \"domestic end product,\" \"end
product,\" \"foreign end product,\" and \"United States\" are defined in
the clause of this solicitation entitled \"Buy American
Act\--Supplies.\"

\(2\) Foreign End Products:

Line Item No Country of Origin

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

\[List as necessary\]

\(3\) The Government will evaluate offers in accordance with the
policies and procedures of FAR Part 25.

(g)(1) Buy American Act\--Free Trade Agreements\--Israeli Trade Act
Certificate. (Applies only if the clause at FAR 52.225-3, Buy American
Act\--Free Trade Agreements\--Israeli Trade Act, is included in this
solicitation.)

\(i\) The offeror certifies that each end product, except those listed
in paragraph (g)(1)(ii) or (g)(1)(iii) of this provision, is a domestic
end product and that the offeror has considered components of unknown
origin to have been mined, produced, or manufactured outside the United
States. The terms \"component,\" \"domestic end product,\" \"end
product,\" \"foreign end product,\" and \"United States\" are defined in
the clause of this solicitation entitled \"Buy American Act\--Free Trade
Agreements\--Israeli Trade Act.\"

\(ii\) The offeror certifies that the following supplies are end
products of Australia, Canada, Chile, Mexico, or Singapore, or Israeli
end products as defined in the clause of this solicitation entitled
\"Buy American Act\--Free Trade Agreements\--Israeli Trade Act\":

END PRODUCTS OF AUSTRALIA, CANADA, CHILE, MEXICO, OR SINGAPORE OR
ISRAELI END PRODUCTS:

Line Item No Country of Origin

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

\[List as necessary\]

\(iii\) The offeror shall list those supplies that are foreign end
products (other than those listed in paragraph (g)(1)(ii) of this
provision) as defined in the clause of this solicitation entitled \"Buy
American Act\--Free Trade Agreements\--Israeli Trade Act.\" The offeror
shall list as other foreign end products those end products manufactured
in the United States that do not qualify as domestic end products.

Other Foreign End Products:

Line Item No Country of Origin

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

\[List as necessary\]

\(iv\) The Government will evaluate offers in accordance with the
policies and procedures of FAR Part 25.

\(2\) Buy American Act\--Free Trade Agreements\--Israeli Trade Act
Certificate, Alternate I (Jan 2004). If Alternate I to the clause at FAR
52.225-3 is included in this solicitation, substitute the following
paragraph (g)(1)(ii) for paragraph (g)(1)(ii) of the basic provision:

(g)(1)(ii) The offeror certifies that the following supplies are
Canadian end products as defined in the clause of this solicitation
entitled \"Buy American Act\--Free Trade Agreements\--Israeli Trade
Act\":

Canadian End Products:

Line Item No.

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

(List as necessary)

\(3\) Buy American Act\--Free Trade Agreements\--Israeli Trade Act
Certificate, Alternate II (Jan 2004). If Alternate II to the clause at
FAR 52.225-3 is included in this solicitation, substitute the following
paragraph (g)(1)(ii) for paragraph (g)(1)(ii) of the basic provision:

(g)(1)(ii) The offeror certifies that the following supplies are
Canadian end products or Israeli end products as defined in the clause
of this solicitation entitled \"Buy American Act\--Free Trade
Agreements\--Israeli Trade Act\":

Canadian or Israeli End Products:

Line Item No Country of Origin

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

\[List as necessary\]

\(4\) Trade Agreements Certificate. (Applies only if the clause at FAR
52.225-5, Trade Agreements, is included in this solicitation.)

\(i\) The offeror certifies that each end product, except those listed
in paragraph (g)(4)(ii) of this provision, is a U.S.-made, designated
country end product, as defined in the clause of this solicitation
entitled \"Trade Agreements.\"

\(ii\) The offeror shall list as other end products those end products
that are not U.S.-made or designated country, end products.

Other End Products:

Line Item No Country of Origin

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

\[List as necessary\]

\(iii\) The Government will evaluate offers in accordance with the
policies and procedures of FAR Part 25. For line items covered by the
WTO GPA, the Government will evaluate offers of U.S.-made or designated
country end products without regard to the restrictions of the Buy
American Act. The Government will consider for award only offers of
U.S.-made or designated country end products unless the Contracting
Officer determines that there are no offers for such products or that
the offers for such products are insufficient to fulfill the
requirements of the solicitation.

\(h\) Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension or Ineligibility for
Award (Executive Order 12549). (Applies only if the contract value is
expected to exceed the simplified acquisition threshold.) The offeror
certifies, to the best of its knowledge and belief, that the offeror
and/or any of its principals\--

\(1\) \[ \] Are, \[ \] are not presently debarred, suspended, proposed
for debarment, or declared ineligible for the award of contracts by any
Federal agency; and

\(2\) \[ \] Have, \[ \] have not, within a three-year period preceding
this offer, been convicted of or had a civil judgment rendered against
them for: Commission of fraud or a criminal offense in connection with
obtaining, attempting to obtain, or performing a Federal, state or local
government contract or subcontract; violation of Federal or state
antitrust statutes relating to the submission of offers; or Commission
of embezzlement, theft, forgery, bribery, falsification or destruction
of records, making false statements, tax evasion, or receiving stolen
property; and

\(3\) \[ \] Are, \[ \] are not presently indicted for, or otherwise
criminally or civilly charged by a Government entity with, commission of
any of these offenses.

\(i\) Certification Regarding Knowledge of Child Labor for Listed End
Products (Executive Order 13126). \[The Contracting Officer must list in
paragraph (i)(1) any end products being acquired under this solicitation
that are included in the List of Products Requiring Contractor
Certification as to Forced or Indentured Child Labor, unless excluded at
22.1503(b).\]

\(1\) Listed end products.

Listed End Product

None

Listed Countries of Origin

\(2\) Certification. \[If the Contracting Officer has identified end
products and countries of origin in paragraph (i)(1) of this provision,
then the offeror must certify to either (i)(2)(i) or (i)(2)(ii) by
checking the appropriate block.\]

\[ \] (i) The offeror will not supply any end product listed in
paragraph (i)(1) of this provision that was mined, produced, or
manufactured in the corresponding country as listed for that product.

\[ \] (ii) The offeror may supply an end product listed in paragraph
(i)(1) of this provision that was mined, produced, or manufactured in
the corresponding country as listed for that product. The offeror
certifies that it has made a good faith effort to determine whether
forced or indentured child labor was used to mine, produce, or
manufacture any such end product furnished under this contract. On the
basis of those efforts, the offeror certifies that it is not aware of
any such use of child labor.

(j)(1) Annual Representations and Certifications. Any changes provided
by the offeror in paragraph (j) of this provision do not automatically
change the representations and certifications posted on the Online
Representations and Certifications Application (ORCA) website. (2) The
offeror has completed the annual representations and certifications
electronically via the ORCA website at http://orca.bpn.gov. After
reviewing the ORCA database information, the offeror verifies by
submission of this offer that the representations and certifications
currently posted electronically at FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations
and Certifications\--Commercial Items, have been entered or updated in
the last 12 months, are current, accurate, complete, and applicable to
this solicitation (including the business size standard applicable to
the NAICS code referenced for this solicitation), as of the date of this
offer and are incorporated in this offer by reference (see FAR 4.1201),
except for paragraphs \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\--.

\[Offeror to identify the applicable paragraphs at (b) through (i) of
this provision that the offeror has completed for the purposes of this
solicitation only, if any. These amended representation(s) and/or
certifica-tion(s) are also incorporated in this offer and are current,
accurate, and complete as of the date of this offer. Any changes
provided by the offeror are applicable to this solicitation only, and do
not result in an update to the representations and certifications posted
on ORCA.\]

(End of Provision)

"**HELPFUL HINTS" provided by the Government-wide Seven Steps Team:**

**1. This PWS provides a lot of detail, perhaps more than necessary.
Consider removing some of the requirements statements that are likely to
be part of offerors' solutions.**

**2. Sec. 6 of PWS says offerors should be innovative, but the decision
will be lowest-price, technically acceptable offer (LPTA). If the
Government wants an innovative solution, a best value source selection
would be more effective.**

**3. One part says this is ID-IQ. We suggest identifying which elements
of the work or which line item numbers are ID-IQ.**

**4. Attachment C talks about compliance, not about results. During
market research, ask vendors how they define success.**

**5. There are too many performance standards, things to measure and
manage/report on. Consider focusing on 5-10 key performance indicators
(discuss during market research sessions).**

**6. QASP is good but again, there is a lot of detail. Once those key
performance indicators have been identified, build the QASP around
them.**