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TEST2 – NNJ14522358R SECTION C

Test, Evaluation, and Support Team 2 (TEST2)

Performance Work Statement (PWS)

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1.0 Test, Evaluation, and Support Team 2 (TEST2) Overview

Background

The NASA White Sands Test Facility (WSTF) is a Government-owned, Government-operated facility. As such the products and services provided to external customers are not the product of the Contractor, but rather the product of the NASA WSTF. The exception to this would be products and services provided by the Contractor under the provisions of the use of Government Property for Commercial Work clauses (H-20 and/or H-29). Because of this, and more importantly because of uncertainty about when a customer might want WSTF’s products and services, the aspects of the Performance Work Statement (PWS) related to their production, as well as several of the underlying support activities, will be performed on the contract as both cost-reimbursable IDIQ and fixed-price IDIQ task orders. Those aspects of WSTF’s work which have been historically repetitive and predictable will be performed on the contract as firm fixed-price baseline work.

What NASA is buying

The Contractor is expected to provide three types of services. These include: (1) facility maintenance and operations services, (2) test and evaluation activities, and (3) management services that include the business and contract management activities that support the first two types of services.

The firm fixed-price baseline services are described in performance work statement terms. These define the expected outputs, the performance standards and the surveillance and quality assurance methods used to assess their accomplishment.

Management services will be provided as firm fixed-price baseline activities. They include the business system and contract management aspects of the contractor operation as well as the financial reporting required by the Government.

The sections defined as cost-reimbursable IDIQ activities are described in terms of the type of products and/or services WSTF provides with no attempt at quantifying when the work may be required nor how much will be required. The information provided to the offerors is historic data indicating the dollar magnitude of this work but with no guarantee that this will be characteristic of what the future may hold.

Description

This PWS describes of the products and services provided by the WSTF and includes a description of the supporting institutional activities and enabling capabilities. It also presents the performance standards and a description of each, needed to provide WSTF customers with the high quality products and services that they require. Certain aspects of needed support are provided under

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other contracts. These include such things as IT (desktop, networking, phones, radios) support, environmental compliance and restoration, security, and occupational safety and health.

The majority of the services will be performed at WSTF. Some facilities support (logistic operations, emergency services, safety, and facility maintenance), pressure systems and/or component services support (cleaning and calibration) will also be provided to the White Sands Complex (WSC) and the Aerospace Data Facility – Southwest (ADF-SW) located adjacent to WSTF and at other remote locations such as the El Paso International Airport (EPIA) in support of NASA’s Forward Operating Location (FOL) at the El Paso International Airport, and White Sands Missile Range Launch Complex 36 (WSMR/LC36) in support of NASA’s Sounding Rocket Program. In some instances, the Contractor shall be required to provide these services at other NASA centers, private industry, and government agency locations throughout the United States.

The structure of the Performance Work Statement and associated work breakdown structure should not be construed as defining a required organizational configuration. The types of work and services described herein may more aptly be distributed over multiple organizations whose purpose is to provide the products and services required by customers external to WSTF or to internal customers.

Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Task Orders will be established for subsets of the work defined in this PWS. Multiple Task Orders will be in effect at any time during the performance period of this Contract. Notations are included in the narrative text of this PWS to identify the Fixed-Price baseline requirements that will be implemented at Contract start. The remainder of the requirements in this PWS are Cost-Plus-Award-Fee IDIQ. However, the Government may request additional subsets of the IDIQ work be performed as Fixed-Price IDIQ Task Orders at any time during the Contract period of performance.

The TEST2 period of performance is 5 years, beginning May 1, 2016 and ending April 30, 2021. This 5 year period of performance is comprised of a 2 year base period followed by three 1-year option periods.

2.0 Management and Administration

The management and administrative functions that are described in the following sections are those necessary to successfully execute operations at the WSTF as described in this PWS.

2.1 Contractor Management

The work described in Section 2.1 will be Firm Fixed Price Baseline.

A. Provide a flexible, competent, and qualified Management Staff, including all Management Team Members above the first line supervisors. This Management Staff shall be integrated across all test and facility areas, to fully support and accomplish the Contract requirements as described in

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the PWS and in accordance with DRD-TEST2-CM-02, “Contract Management Plan.”

B. Provide integrated management and administrative services required for the execution of all Contract activities, fully meeting the administrative performance, technical performance, and statutory and regulatory requirements of the Contract.

C. Subcontractors and/or teaming arrangements shall be clearly identified in the Contractor’s management structure.

D. Prepare and present a Contractor self-evaluation of the overall performance of the Contract in accordance with DRD-TEST2-CM-05, “Management Review Report.” This report shall describe the Contractor’s self-evaluation of its performance in meeting all Contract requirements during the designated evaluation period.

E. Develop, provide, and maintain a Contract Work Breakdown Structure (CWBS) Dictionary, in accordance with DRD-TEST2-CM-01, “Contract Work Breakdown Structure and Dictionary.” The CWBS shall serve as the framework for Contract planning, budgeting, cost reporting, schedule resource loading, and schedule status reporting to WSTF Management.

F. Coordinate with other resident Contractors at WSTF and JSC and provide support in areas of TEST2 contract capabilities and expertise (such as support to the WSTF Security and the WSTF Groundwater Remediation Programs). Ensure support agreements (including but not limited to Associate Contractor Agreements (ACA’s), Memorandum of Understanding (MOUs), Contracts, and purchase orders) are in place to meet WSTF Mission and objectives at TEST2 contract start, or start of a new associated WSTF contract.

G. The following sections describe processes and functions that contract management personnel are expected to perform. In some cases these processes are distributed throughout the various aspects of the performance work statement, while in others, they may be specifically associated with a particular aspect of the work breakdown structure. Some processes may necessitate the assignment of personnel to an organizational entity while others may not.

2.1.1 Management Systems

A. Comply with all requirements in the Management System Manual (MSM). Maintain the MSM by regularly reviewing, revising, and posting all approved revisions and new releases (regardless of content owner), including maintaining records of the approvals. Other Contractors may be responsible for portions of the MSM content (e.g. the environmental services contractor is responsible for the environmental infrastructure processes).

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B. Maintain WSTF registration to ISO 9001, Quality Management Systems Requirements, and ISO14001, Environmental Management Systems – Requirements with Guidance for Use. Support internal and external audits for compliance to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, JSC, and agency requirements.

2.1.2 Work Authorization

Ensure that the processes for authorizing work on the Contract is adhered to in accordance with baseline requirements or Task Orders and is performed using guidance found in the MSM and WSI 09-SW-0002 Process Control Utilizing Work Instructions and Work Authorizing Documents which describes the use of Test Preparation Sheets (TPS), Discrepancy Records (DR) and Work Orders (WO). Different WOs exist for different laboratory, technical, administrative and facility services.

2.1.3 Configuration Management

Manage and document the configuration of WSTF facility infrastructure, test facility systems, test articles, support systems and ground support equipment. The scope of work includes: the mechanical, electrical, civil, and structural systems; Geographic Information System (GIS); software; procedures; and associated baseline documentation. Control all data to prevent any incorrect updates to the master files, ensuring that the most current data is available as needed. Configuration management is described in WSI 05-SW-0011. Refer to section 4.7, “Drafting and Geographic Information System.”

2.1.4 Project Management

Provide the tools, and training needed for effective project management, including developing cost estimates, scheduling, task order processing, cost tracking, and resource management required to support each NASA project (i.e. Microsoft Project or equivalent). Project management is implemented by the contractor project leaders using the tools and resources provided by the contractor management and administrative team.

The following subsections describe the project initiation and execution phases in more detail.

2.1.4.1 Support Project Initiation Activities

A. Support project initiation activities including project concept development, technical requirements definition, cost estimation and analysis, detailed schedules, and development of decision packages for project authorization. Formal cost estimates shall include labor, materials, schedule, and assumptions. All work performed by the Contractor on

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project activities shall be done in a manner that protects proprietary information.

B. Approval of both Cost Reimbursable and Fixed Price Task Orders shall follow the Task Order Process of the MSM. The Contractor’s response to Task Orders shall be in accordance with DRD-TEST2-PM-03, “Task Order Plan,” which consists of a basis of estimate and a fully functional resource loaded Microsoft Project task plan or equivalent. If an equivalent is used, it must be able to export its content in an MS Project compatible format.

2.1.4.2 Support Project Execution and Control

A. Execute projects and tasks in accordance with the baseline work and/or approved task order with supporting documentation. All project activities shall be integrated with respect to planning and scheduling of personnel, facility resources, test support systems and Ground Support Equipment (GSE) at the site enterprise level across all PWS elements.

B. Provide an updated Microsoft Project task plan (or equivalent) that integrates with the contractor provided cost tracking data that communicates timely project status to the Government with respect to cost, schedule, and technical performance. The Contractor shall demonstrate accurate tracking and management of labor and non-labor resources and provide evidence that the Contractor’s project management and accounting system discretely tracks resources by unique project source (task order) and project Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), and includes elements of cost including labor, materials, NM gross receipts tax, overhead, and other direct and indirect costs per FAR 16.301-3(a) (1). The project reporting frequency will be defined in each Task Order and will follow the format defined in DRD-TEST2-PM-02, “Project Status Report.” Task order cost reporting, as detailed in DRD-TEST2-PM-02, is required for all task orders and may be required at a sub-task order level, depending on the size, scope and funding of a project (sub-task order level reporting requirements will be detailed in individual task order requirements).

C. A mechanism shall be provided that accommodates earned value management on a project by project basis as required in task order.

2.1.5 Records Management

A. Maintain a records management program. Ensure accurate and complete records (including vital records) of Government business are maintained in accordance with WSP 05-0011 “Retention and Disposition”, WSP 16-0001 “Management System Record Control”, NASA Procedural Requirements (NPR) 1441.1 “NASA Records Retention Schedules”, and are segregated from company-owned records and from non-record materials.

B. Manage legacy Federal records (data created for Government use and delivered to, or falling under the legal control of, the Government) inherited from previous contracts and from the current contract.

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C. Provide NASA or authorized representatives with access to all Government records. The Government reserves the right to inspect, audit and copy record holdings. The Contractor shall deliver Government-owned data to the appropriate Records Manager. At the completion or termination of this Contract, the Contractor shall provide all Government-owned records and data to the Government.

2.1.6 Security Clearances

Maintain the capability to handle classified material and/or to access areas where classified work is performed or classified material is stored as required at the secret level, this includes but is not limited to project engineers, technicians and support personnel. Maintain secret level security clearances for logistics and mail handling personnel as required, all Protective Services personnel (including central dispatch operators), engineers and technicians supporting Emergency Response at WSC and ADF-SW, facility maintenance and repair at WSC, and classified projects (reference Defense Security Service Industrial Personnel Security Clearance Process located at: http://www.dss.mi / and the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual). Historically, the number of personnel maintaining security clearances has ranged from 50 to 75.

2.1.7 Personnel Supervision

Perform supervisory tasks related to Human Resource functions such as time and attendance accounting, performance appraisals, work assignment and task monitoring in each organizational entity as appropriate to support the number of people in the organization and the complexity of the work that is performed in that organization. It is expected that this will only comprise a fraction of each supervisor’s time and that the fraction will not be the same for each supervisor. The balance of the supervisor’s time is expected to be covered by direct project support or other IDIQ Task Orders.

2.1.8 Environmental Coordination

A. Perform the full scope of this performance work statement (PWS) in accordance with existing permits, laws, and regulations including but not limited to the Clean Air Act, the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), the Clean Water Act, Executive Order 13639 Planning for Federal Sustainability in the Next Decade, and the WSTF MSM. This section describes activities that are required for ensuring that WSTF is compliant with applicable environmental regulations. Close coordination with the WSTF environmental services contractor is necessary to comply with these requirements.

B. The Environmental Compliance and Operations (ECO) and its successor contract will manage the environmental compliance and restoration

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program at WSTF and will be the interface with outside regulatory agencies associated with environmental compliance. The TEST2 Contractor is responsible for the management of hazardous wastes generated as a result of the performance of its various work requirements, supporting ISO 14001 certification, supporting audits by offsite entities such as NASA Headquarters or regulatory agencies including New Mexico Environment Department (NMED), and providing compliance data and records to the environmental services contractor on a routine basis. The TEST2 Contractor shall provide comprehensive, accurate, and timely assistance to the environmental services contractor regarding environmental requests and inquiries for the purpose of maintaining compliance. TEST2 is responsible for developing an “Environmental Compliance Plan,” in accordance with DRD-TEST2-EN-01.

C. TEST2 Contractors shall work with the environmental services contractor regarding environmental requirements, including historic preservation, and demolition and disposal of facilities. The TEST2 contractor shall provide timely coordination with the NASA/WSTF Historic Preservation Officer (HPO) for all major facility/property modifications, demolitions, or other activities that may impact, either directly or indirectly, a historic property. Additionally, the TEST2 contractor shall provide timely completion of Records of Environmental Consideration (ROECs) for new or modified project requirements.

2.1.8.1 Manage Hazardous Waste

A. Manage hazardous waste generated while performing tasks for which the TEST2 Contractor is responsible, in accordance with the Waste Management Process of the MSM. This process includes the proper placement of waste in satellite accumulation areas and 90-day storage areas, characterizing and identifying the waste, completing the proper documentation (including, but not limited to logbooks and waste profiles), and routine surveillance and management of the waste accumulation areas. The TEST2 Contractor may also be required to assist as needed with transfer of the waste from the satellite accumulation areas to the 90 day storage areas, and to assist as needed with transportation for final disposal of the waste.

B. Manage the chemical product inventory and coordinate with the WSTF environmental services contractor for disposal of no longer needed chemicals. Provide chemical inventory information to the environmental services contractor for regulatory reporting requirements (e.g., Toxics Release Inventory and SARA Title III Tier II reporting).

C. The TEST2 Contractor is responsible for complying with WSI 22-SW-0005 “Waste Management” and shall coordinate hazardous waste transfers to Fuel Treatment Unit (FTU) with the environmental services contractor..

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D. Coordinate the response to spills or uncontrolled releases with the WSTF environmental services contractor for proper reporting and/or cleanup. Spill/Release notification (verbal or written) to NASA and the environmental services contractor shall be immediately upon discovery of a spill/release. Completion of a WSTF Form 410 shall be completed within 24 hours after the discovery of a spill/release.

2.1.8.2 Support ISO 14001 Certification

A. Participate in on-site internal and external environmental audits, inspections, and other functional reviews in support of ISO 14001 Certification. This includes supporting interviews, tours, research, and preparation of corrective action documents for any identified non-conformances or observations associated with environmental audits.

B. Contractor management shall monitor and track Environmental Management Plans (EMPs) that are related to TEST2 contract scope. EMPs are used to identify, track and improve significant environmental aspects within WSTF operations. The number of EMPs and their respective areas of responsibility are subject to change. TEST is currently responsible for five EMPs: Drinking Water Storage Tank 2 & 3 Water Quality/Loss of Water Storage Capacity; Water Quality/Cross-Connection Control; Air Emissions-Refrigerant Management; Water Conservation; and EPA Risk Management Plan & OSHA Process Safety Management Integration and Implementation. During the performance of this contract, these EMPs may change depending on routine evaluations, but typically the contractor will be responsible for 3-5 EMPs each year. Participate in site wide aspect/impact team that evaluates all site aspects and determines and recommends significant impacts for which EMP’s are prepared.

2.1.8.3 Provide Data, Records and Reports

A. Provide data to the WSTF environmental services contractor to fulfill compliance and regulatory requirements for air quality, discharge permits, drinking water, risk management plan, and registered petroleum storage tanks which enable TEST2 operations. Comply with all multi-media requirements in accordance with the Waste Management Process of the MSM.

B. Comply with site wide National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requirements including initiating Records of Environmental Consideration and Permits to Excavate.

C. Comply with National Historic Preservation Act requirements for WSTF infrastructure and properties and coordinate all activities related to property modifications and possible demolitions with the Historic Preservation Officer (HPO). Additionally, coordinate with the HPO for new

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projects in undisturbed areas that have the potential to impact archeological resources.

D. Contractor management shall ensure a Risk Management Plan (RMP) is prepared in accordance with the requirements of the Clean Air Act. These requirements are described in Section 112(r) of the Clean Air Act, and in 40 CFR Part 68. TEST2 will submit the final RMP to the WSTF Environmental Office 30 calendar days prior to the regulatory due date. Note that the TEST2 Contractor, with support from Safety and Mission Assurance personnel, will prepare the RMP.

2.1.8.4 Support Recycling, Waste Minimization and Sustainability

A. Reduce the environmental compliance risk at WSTF through conserving resources and minimizing the generation of wastes, water pollutants and air emissions during TEST2 operations.

B. Contractor management shall ensure that personnel support the WSTF Sustainability Program.

C. Provide data and submit reports to the environmental services contractor on sustainable acquisitions, waste reduction activities, energy efficient product procurements and ozone depleting substances.

2.1.9 Safety Program

Safety is the responsibility of every employee. The WSTF Safety Program is designed to produce a work environment that ensures that employees can do their work in a safe manner. Certain aspects of the program are the responsibility of the independent safety organization and are described in section 6.1 of this PWS. The following paragraphs describe certain distributed responsibilities that contractor management shall ensure are performed so that the safety program is maintained and implemented. These paragraphs are not inclusive of the entire program but are listed because of their pervasiveness throughout the PWS.

A. Perform all activities at WSTF in a safe and healthful manner in accordance with OSHA regulations (29 CFR 1910 “Occupational Safety and Health Standards”, 1926 “Safety and Health Regulations for Construction”) and NASA WSTF Safety and Health Policies. In cooperation with NASA, adherence to 29 CFR 1960 “Basic Program Elements for Federal Employee Occupational Safety and Health Programs and Related Matters” is also required to ensure safety practices are consistent for all WSTF employees. Safety and health are the responsibility of each employee at WSTF and facilitated by effective management of compliance to regulations, WSTF leadership commitment, and the active involvement of the WSTF workforce. Requirements for physical examinations and periodic re-examination of WSTF employees are detailed in WSI 25-SW-019, “WSTF Job-Related Health Maintenance Program.”

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B. Integrate all Institutional Safety aspects of WSTF activities to assure a consistent and positive Safety & Health Culture is maintained throughout WSTF. This is accomplished through visible management commitment, employee involvement, safety reviews.

C. The OSHA VPP is a company based compliance and safety program. A number of the WSTF support Contractors and the NASA Team are rated at the VPP Star level. While certification to the VPP Star level is encouraged it is not required; however, the TEST2 Contractor’s safety program shall be consistent with VPP Star certification requirements.

D. Ensure availability of trained personnel (approximately 73 evacuation coordinators) for all occupied WSTF facilities. Evacuation Coordinators are responsible for the prompt and orderly evacuation of all personnel to a safe location and ensuring procedures are established for safe shutdown of operations or isolation of equipment under emergency conditions as described in WSP 25-0003 “Fire Safety Program”. Additionally, evacuation coordinators are responsible for ensuring shelter in place is implemented in case of a chemical release and as directed by the incident commander. When an emergency condition arises, the time spent addressing it will be charged to a task order that has this within its scope.

E. Identify hazards, assess all WSTF activities, recommend the means for mitigating identified hazards, monitor hazard controls, and provided support for mishap investigations and close calls as necessary.

F. Maintain all assigned work areas, including vehicles, storage areas, test areas, and field job sites, in a clean, neat, and orderly condition at all times, free from accumulations of waste materials. Remove all rubbish and waste materials to appropriate containers for recycling and/or pick-up by custodial staff. Store and maintain materials, tools, and equipment in the work area in a safe and orderly fashion.

G. Provide Safety and Health Awareness Training to WSTF employees, visitors, and subcontractors. The safety and health training information shall be accurate with respect to latest regulations, NASA standards, and WSTF practices. Different functional areas and physical locations have requirement for training that are associated with the activities that are performed in those areas.

H. Maintain the appropriate written Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) for all applicable activities. Ensure that these are reviewed with employees and updated as necessary on an annual basis.

2.1.10 Quality Program

Producing a quality product is the responsibility of every employee. The WSTF Quality Program is designed to ensure that quality is built into every product

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whether it’s for an internal customer or an external one. Certain aspects of the program are the responsibility of the independent quality organization and are described in section 6.2 of this PWS. The following paragraphs describe certain distributed responsibilities that contractor management shall ensure are perform so that quality products are produced. These paragraphs are not inclusive of the entire program but are listed because of their relative importance in a product production process.

A. Prepare WSTF Data Packages (WDP) for each project when required by the customer. The WDP for each project will be predefined and documented in program requirements and customer agreements. Assemble work documents and associated test procedures for the particular item for inclusion in the WDP, verify work documents are properly authorized and closed out, compile deliverable data, and verify shipping documentation reflects Data Package contents.

B. Develop and implement a Software Quality Assurance Plan (SQAP) for software associated with test and repair procedures on Class I and II flight hardware or software designated as safety-critical in accordance with WSI 02-SW-0003, “Computer Software Quality Assurance Plan.”

2.2 Business Processes

The work described in Section 2.2 will be Firm-Fixed-Price Baseline.

Perform all functions necessary to support a business, including but not limited to purchasing, accounts receivable, and accounts payable. The following describes in greater detail key elements of this requirement.

2.2.1 Financial System

A. Track, manage, and report all work performed with a financial accounting system (Contractor provided) that discretely tracks costs/resources by fund source, Contract Work Breakdown Structure (CWBS), Task Order, sub-Task Order as negotiated with NASA Project Manager, and elements of cost including labor, overhead, other direct costs (i.e. travel and subcontracts), and indirect costs.

B. Actual Contractor costs will be reported on a weekly basis as detailed in DRD-TEST2-PM-02. Monthly costs will be provided in accordance with DRD TEST2-BP-04, “NF533 Monthly Cost Reporting”.

2.2.2 Purchasing

A. Establish and administer a system for procuring the supplies, services, and materials required in the performance of this PWS in accordance with the Purchase Request – Purchase Order Infrastructure Process in the Management System Manual (MSM).

B. Support the WSTF Sustainable Acquisition Program, including data collection and reporting, to ensure compliance with the Resource

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Conservation and Recovery Act and associated Executive Orders, by purchasing products made with recovered materials. Specifically, purchases shall meet Executive Order 13423, Strengthening Federal Environmental, Energy and Transportation Management and Executive Order 13514 Federal Leadership in Environmental, Energy and Economic Performance requirements, where applicable. Provide procurement data to the WSTF environmental services contractor for input into NASA Environmental Tracking System (NETS). The environmental services contractor shall provide sustainable acquisition training to site personnel.

C. Support the NASA Buy Quiet Program, including data collection and reporting, by purchasing products rated for quiet operation. Specifically, purchases shall meet NASA FAR Supplement 1852.223-70, Safety and Health, and NPR 1800.1C, “NASA Occupational Health Program Procedures w/Change 2” section 4.8 Hearing Protection, where applicable.

D. The procurement system shall be in conformance with all Federal procurement rules, regulations, and requirements. The Contractor-provided purchasing system shall allow site-wide users on this Contract to electronically submit purchase requests. The system shall provide electronic reviews and approvals for project personnel as well as other required approvals as required by the type of purchase requested. Purchase requests may require various approvals based on the type of material that is being purchased. Guidance on the required approvals can be found in the Purchase Request-Purchase Order Process of the MSM. The system shall integrate cost data with finance/accounting to validate billings and coordinate with logistics to prepare for and verify receiving and warehousing and to document acceptance or rejection for billing purposes. Corporate purchasing cards shall be utilized to quickly and efficiently obtain low-cost products or services in accordance with the Procurement Infrastructure Process of the MSM.

E. Provide an efficient method of filling anticipated repetitive needs for supplies or services.

F. Ensure the purchasing system and the Contractor’s internal processes can effectively support the special requirements from the various NASA programs to perform flight hardware and associated ground support equipment procurements. This includes but is not limited to levying program quality requirements, requiring source inspections at vendor facilities and requiring the use of an approved vendor list that is audited periodically. The current process for flight and designated critical procurement requires the use of vendors that have been pre-approved for specific procurements following extensive review of the vendor’s internal quality processes as well as the product or service required. Sole source justifications are often required for flight hardware procurements from vendors that are on the pre-approved list, since there is often only one approved vendor for a specific product. The Contractor shall develop,

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implement, and maintain formal policies, practices, and procedures used in the award of subcontracts consistent with the Contract, and the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). The contractor shall make provisions to accept/receive purchase orders for items or goods procured during the TEST contract wherein the delivery date of the items or goods crosses into the TEST2 period of performance. This provision is necessary to allow procurements to be made under the TEST contract in order to minimize schedule impacts to NASA programs and projects where items or materials will not be received until after the TEST2 contract begins.

G. Provide a “Procurement Report” in accordance with DRD-TEST2-BP-05 that summarizes all monthly procurement activities, carry-over work accepted, as well as metrics to evaluate performance.

H. Where specific requirements do not otherwise apply, the Contractor purchasing system or process shall provide for appropriate measures to:

(1) Procure quality products and services at fair and reasonable prices using effective competitive techniques,

(2) Minimize acquisition lead-time and administrative cost of purchasing,

(3) Reduce performance risks associated with subcontractors,

(4) Use self-assessment and benchmarking techniques to support continuous improvement in purchasing,

(5) Ensure that all applicable contracting mechanisms and subcontracts contain all flow down clauses, including terms and conditions and any other clauses necessary to carry out the requirements of the prime contract,

(6) Maintain an organization plan or process that establishes clear lines of authority and responsibility,

(7) Purchase orders or contracts and all other contracting mechanisms are based on authorized requisitions and include complete history files and are closed-out in a timely manner,

(8) Establish and maintain adequate documentation to provide a complete and accurate history of purchase transactions to support vendors selected and prices paid,

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(9) Use competitive sourcing to the maximum extent practicable and ensure debarred or suspended contractors are properly excluded from contract award,

(10) Evaluate price, quality, delivery, technical capabilities and financial capabilities of competing vendors,

(11) Require appropriate justification for any sole or single source award,

(12) Perform appropriate cost or price analysis and technical evaluation for each subcontractor and supplier proposal or quote,

(13) For purchases over $100,000, utilize as guidance, FAR 15.406-3 "Documenting the Negotiation,

(14) Seek, take and document appropriate purchase discounts,

(15) Ensure proper type of contract selection and prohibit issuance of cost-plus-percentage-of-cost subcontracts,

(16) Maintain subcontract surveillance to ensure timely delivery of an acceptable product and procedures to notify the Government of potential subcontract problems that may impact delivery, quantity, or price,

(17) Document and justify reasons for subcontract changes that affect cost or price,

(18) Notify the Government of the award of an auditable subcontract and perform adequate audits of those subcontracts, and

(19) Enforce adequate policies on conflict of interest, gifts, and gratuities, including the requirements of the Anti-Kickback Act of 1986 (41 U.S.C. 51-58).

I. The Government reserves the right at any time to require that the Contractor submit for review and/or approval any or all purchases made in the performance of this contract. The Government may conduct periodic reviews and assessments of the contractor’s management and performance of all facets of the purchasing function, including the

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contractor’s compliance with NASA’s requirements and contractual obligations, its approved system, policies and methods. The Government may periodically request a copy of the Contractor’s self-assessment and benchmarking techniques used to support continuous improvements in purchasing.

2.2.3 Subcontracts

Perform subcontract administration in accordance with DRD-TEST2-CM-02 and DRD-TEST2-BP-02, “Small Business Subcontracting Plan.”

2.2.4 Work Coordination

Centralize coordination of work across the site to be performed by service providers (e.g. precision clean and component refurbishment, machine shop, calibration, facilities maintenance).

2.2.5 Service Centers and Usage Fees

A. Provide a method for tracking and applying Service Centers and Usage Fees collected and used in accordance with the Direct Charge Guidelines. Direct Charge Guidelines may be adjusted (with government approval) based on fluctuations in operating budgets.

B. Provide planning at the beginning of the fiscal year for Service Centers and Usage Fees. The collected funds will be accrued and allocated to specific cost reimbursable Task Orders, where Contractors are expected to manage staffing and expenditures in accordance with the requirements of the task order.

2.2.6 Organizational Conflict of Interest

Institute a process to avoid, neutralize, and mitigate organizational conflicts of interest (OCI) in accordance with DRD-TEST2-BP-01, “Organizational Conflicts of Interest (OCI) Plan.”

2.3 Training Coordination and Skill Management

The work described in Section 2.3 will be Firm-Fixed-Price Baseline. A. Provide an integrated training plan which establishes plans and processes

for obtaining and maintaining a skilled workforce to meet the performance challenges of testing and evaluation at WSTF per DRD-TEST2-TR-01, “Training Plan and Report.” TEST2 is responsible for managing training as described in WSI 18-SW-0002, “Training Management,” necessary for the conduct of WSTF operations, including training for NASA personnel and other resident contractors. The training plan shall eliminate current redundancies in training courses and maximize efficiencies in developing, scheduling, and delivering training.

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B. Coordinate with all WSTF- resident contractors and NASA personnel to identify training responsibilities, including trainers, record keeping, and notifications.

C. The training may require on-site courses, Internet-based requirements, off-site training courses, and NASA-specific (SATERN) requirements.

D. Personnel attendance at training courses, and trainer requirements for the various categories, shall be provided for separately on individual task orders for the specific project activities.

2.3.1 Define Training

A. Identify and define training requirements to meet operational needs.

B. Ensure only competent, qualified personnel are assigned to perform tasks or functions to accomplish operations in compliance with regulatory requirements and in conformance with site-specific standards and procedures. Qualify and determine competence of personnel based on education, training, experience and their demonstrated ability to apply knowledge and skills in the performance of the job.

2.3.2 Document Training

A. Oversee training documentation to include the preparation and maintenance of training materials and the collection and maintenance of training records.

B. Maintain and process training records in the Agency-wide System for Administration, Training, and Educational Resources for NASA (SATERN). Maintain electronic and hardcopy historical records as appropriate.

C. Provide and continuously maintain an annual (12 months into the future) training calendar with notifications to supervisors and employees prior to recurring training coming due.

2.3.3 Perform Training

A. Oversee training performance to include planning for, presenting, and receiving training.

B. Provide technical expertise to develop and deliver training.

C. Plan, update, execute, and develop (new) safety training for WSTF employees as needed. Training is to be completed for all WSTF categories as applicable to the job responsibilities of employees and to satisfy OSHA training requirements. In addition, work with the site wide training coordinator to identify and execute opportunities to revise and improve the training provided to streamline, reduce waste, and increase effectiveness of the overall safety training program. Develop and

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implement a method(s) to assess the effectiveness and retention of the safety training.

D. Provide Safety and Health Awareness Training to WSTF employees, to visitors, and subcontractors within 2 hours of request or to meet negotiated project requirements. The safety and health training information shall be accurate with respect to latest regulations, NASA standards, and WSTF practices.

E. Ensure that personnel are adequately trained and qualified or certified to perform special processes. Special processes examples include, soldering, crimping, harness/cabling, fiber optic splicing, welding, nondestructive evaluation, particle counting, and plastics application (potting). Special processes will be identified and be subject to special process certification upon development of unique test capabilities or requirements.

F. Assure and maintain competencies and single fault tolerance for all areas in Section 3.0 WSTF Test Capabilities.

2.3.4 Evaluate and Improve Training

A. Define and develop a training metrics plan per DRD-TEST2-TR-01 to document and demonstrate how training effectiveness and efficiency shall be evaluated and improved.

B. Improve site training by looking for and executing opportunities to combine and standardize training courses throughout site organizations into site-wide training courses and materials.

C. Perform periodic audits of training presentations and inspections of workmanship of the trainees to ensure effectiveness of training.

D. Recommend and implement transition of suitable/relevant training categories from hardcopy and/or instructor-led training to computer-based training within SATERN.

2.4 Energy Conservation, Water Conservation and Renewable Energy

The work described in Section 2.4 will be Firm Fixed Price Baseline.

A. Provide support to the WSTF Energy Manager in the planning, review and coordination of the WSTF Energy and Water Conservation Programs to ensure the energy intensity and water use reductions are met. The contractor shall, at a minimum, abide by requirements set forth in Executive Orders 13423 (Strengthening federal Environmental, Energy, and Transportation Management) and 13514 (Federal Leadership in environmental, Energy, and Economic Performance), Energy Policy Act of 2005 (EPAct 2005), the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (EISA 2007), NPR 8570.1 NASA Energy Management Program, the

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NASA Energy Program Handbook, and WSP 22-0024 WSTF Energy and Water Conservation Program.

B. The contractor shall identify the Contractor’s methods, processes and management responsibilities for developing on-going energy and water conservation procedures. Provide active participation on the WSTF Energy Efficiency Team. Establish metrics based on 2010-2014 data which baselines the site’s utility systems such as natural gas, electricity, water and fuel consumption; and plan and execute actions that reduce or eliminate operational waste and improve efficiency in those systems. The contractor shall support the WSTF Energy and Water Conservation and Renewable Energy Programs, working in conjunction with the WSTF environmental services contractor.

C. Promote products and projects that will reduce energy and water consumption, and review project designs to ensure the design meets energy conservation criteria and that energy efficient equipment has been specified.

D. Promote and provide input to the WSTF Energy Manager for additional Renewable Energy projects at the site to ensure that all future renewable energy requirements are met. Monitor and analyze existing renewable energy systems at WSTF ensuring optimum output is being achieved.

E. The contractor shall maintain the WSTF Energy (Electrical, Natural Gas, Fossil Fuels, etc.) and Water metering system data. Record data from installed meters on a monthly basis in the WSTF Energy and Water Database. Provide energy and water metrics to the WSTF environmental services contractor for input into the NASA Environmental Tracking System (NETS).

3.0 WSTF Test and Evaluation Services

WSTF’s core capabilities consist of rocket propulsion system testing, oxygen systems testing and analysis, composite pressure systems testing and analysis, hypervelocity impact testing, and propellants and aerospace fluids testing and analysis. The following subsections describe in kind the testing capabilities that are the primary WSTF product lines as well as other tangentially related testing products. These include, but are not limited to, such things as space environmental exposure testing; spacecraft fire safety testing and evaluation, and pyrotechnic and explosive device testing. This section does not anticipate the quantity of work that will be performed in any given period of time during the performance of this contract.

The product to be provided by the contractor under this section is a skilled workforce that is capable of performing the types of testing described using the existing test infrastructure and systems found at the WSTF. Further, the workforce shall be capable of developing, modifying or adding to the existing capabilities in order to meet future customer needs. In general, the skilled workforce shall be capable of:

1. Assessing whether existing data can be applied to a customer’s needs.

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2. Assessing the ability of existing test capabilities to generate the data desired by a customer if the existing body of data is not applicable.

3. Modifying existing test methods and systems as necessary to meet customer needs.

4. Modeling and analyzing test results and applying the data to the customer’s needs, circumstances and application.

5. Performing the analyses and assessments, in accordance with existing methods, standards and guidelines, of customer components, subsystems and systems as it regards the hazards associated with their use.

6. Developing new methods and designing, building, modeling, and validating new test and evaluation systems where existing capabilities are inadequate.

7. Manufacturing test and process systems that will be used by customers elsewhere.

Operation and maintenance of facilities and equipment that is associated with the test capabilities are addressed in Section 5.0 of this PWS.

3.1 Rocket Propulsion Testing and Evaluation

A. Provide innovation and continual improvement of process, operations, resources and the facilities needed to excel in Propulsion testing.

B. Conduct ambient pressure and simulated altitude tests of components, liquid rocket engines, solid rocket engines and integrated propulsion systems, as well as test and analysis of flight and ground support equipment components for functionality and fluid compatibility. The following propellants may be employed: hypergolic propellants, cryogenic propellants, hydrocarbon propellants, mixed gas propellants, cold gas propellants and solid propellants. The types of tests range from concept demonstration through qualification and acceptance tests, and may include anomaly investigation and support. Propulsion tests range from static hot fire tests of up to 25,000 lbf thrust engines at simulated altitude and up to 60,000 lbf thrust engines at ambient pressure, capable of testing entire integrated propulsion systems. Future expansion may include an 180,000 lbf thrust ambient pressure test stand designed for testing launch vehicle upper stage.

C. Operate several altitude simulation systems located in the WSTF 300 and 400 propulsion test areas. These systems are maintained in a ready-to-operate state and operated in support of the various test projects as required.

D. Maintain expertise on data acquisition systems, control systems and various forms of instrumentation used for test operations. Typical instrumentation includes high speed and high definition video,

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accelerometers, thrust measurement, pressure measurement, temperature measurement, including thermal imaging.

E. Maintain propellant handling expertise to support a range of activities, including operation of hypergolic systems, responding to issues/anomalies, and decontamination of hardware and systems that have been exposed to hypergolic propellants. Altitude test chambers and pressurant systems may be used in support of decontamination efforts. Work could include propellant operations or troubleshooting at remote locations because of experience and working knowledge of hazardous operations. For all operations using hypergolic propellants (or other regulated chemicals such as flammables) that are above certain regulated quantities, ensure compliance with the EPA Risk Management Program and OSHA Process Safety Requirements, as applicable.

F. Investigate, develop and implement test capabilities that will support propulsion related technological developments. Actively participate in the technical community and support standards committees; e.g. American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA), and Joint Army, Navy, NASA, and Air Force (JANNAF).

3.2 Oxygen Systems Testing and Analysis

A. Conduct materials and component tests with oxygen in both gaseous and liquid states. Gaseous oxygen tests may be conducted at pressures up to 10,000 psi and at flow rates up to 8 pounds per second. Tests may be to determine compatibility with oxygen to enhance safe use, or may be to determine life cycle issues including acceptance test and qualification of flight hardware. Tests may also be done as part of the design and development stages of flight components.

B. Materials tests shall be performed to NASA, ISO, military, or ASTM standards in ignition, flammability and reaction effects. Materials test capabilities include pneumatic impact, mechanical impact, particle impact, frictional ignition, autogenous ignition, oxygen index, promoted combustion and heat of combustion tests. Component tests includes forced ignition, pneumatic impact, particle impact, and tests per NASA-STD-6001.

C. Perform configuration and use oriented tests that allow for assessment of the susceptibility of hardware to ignition in elevated oxygen concentration or elevated pressure environments.

D. Perform assessments of potential hazards of pressurized gaseous and liquid oxygen and oxygen-enriched systems or designs and recommend material and/or design changes to remediate the hazards. Requirements for conducting oxygen hazards analyses are detailed in NASA TM-104823 and ASTM MNL 36. Analyses range from single components (e.g. regulator) to full systems with multiple components, pressures, and/or fluid states (e.g. ISS Fluid Combustion Facility).

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E. Perform analyses and testing in support of in-flight anomalies in propulsion and environmental control and life support systems.

F. Develop test methods and systems that will provide data pertinent to the understanding of oxygen related hazards at the material, component and system levels.

G. Improve existing and develop new courses and training materials that are applicable to the various audiences and degrees of interaction with the design, manufacture and use of oxygen components and systems.

H. Actively participate in the technical community and support standards committees (e.g. ASTM, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA), Joint Army, Navy, NASA, and Air Force (JANNAF)).

I. Support and teach courses, including but are not limited to, the ASTM technical and professional training courses entitled “Fire Hazards in Oxygen Systems,” and “Oxygen Systems: Operation & Maintenance. This will often involve travel, both foreign and domestic.

3.3 Composite Pressure Systems Testing and Analysis

A. Evaluate composite structures and materials through hazardous destructive tests, various Non-Destructive Evaluation (NDE) techniques and computational analysis. Tests may include stress rupture, burst test, life cycle test, impact damage characterization, material compatibility testing and flammability characterization. NDE techniques include laser shearography, IR thermography, acoustic emissions, eddy current, full field strain measurement, x-ray Computed Tomography (CT), Raman spectroscopic strain measurement and bore scope laser interferometry. Computational analyses may include finite element, blast and fragmentation analysis and data analysis from NDE and test results.

B. Design and perform tests aimed at assessing the near- and far-field effects of catastrophic failures of composite vessels, as well as the collateral damage to adjacent vessels and other equipment.

C. Conduct research and development in the areas of composite pressure systems and composite materials. Provide support to WSTF and WSTF customers in the area of composites typically in a flight environment.

D. Develop NDE techniques other than those described. Develop courses useful to the composite pressure vessel and composite structures community.

E. Use expertise to support continual improvement of test and evaluation processes.

F. Support and teach the certification course to train aerospace visual inspectors of flight composite pressure vessels. This will often involve travel, both foreign and domestic. Training courses developed may be taught at WSTF, at other NASA facilities, or at non-NASA facilities.

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G. Develop and maintain expertise in composites. Actively participate in the technical community and support standards committees (ASTM, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics [AIAA], Joint Army, Navy, NASA, and Air Force [JANNAF], et al.)

3.4 Hypervelocity Impact Testing

A. Conduct hypervelocity impact tests to simulate micrometeoroid and orbital debris impacts on spacecraft materials and components for external analysis per TP-WSTF-922, unless otherwise negotiated. Tests are performed using two-stage light gas guns (2SLGG) that propel single projectiles whose cross-sections vary from 0.05mm-25.4mm at velocities up to 8.5 km/s repeatedly. Test articles typically include shields, stored energy systems, aerospace fluid systems, materials, and components, and may require heating (>125 °C) or cooling (cryogenic temperatures). The primary data gathered in these tests includes high speed photographic and videographic imaging that allows customers to analyze impact dynamics and target response.

B. Develop and maintain expertise to optimize existing 2SLGGs, including improvements to increase impact velocities to those that are more typical in higher orbits while at the same time impacting the test article with only the desired projectile.

C. Investigate, develop and implement alternative means for achieving higher projectile velocities in the effort to simulate the impact conditions that are found beyond low earth orbit.

D. Actively participate in the technical community involved in the investigation and study of micrometeoroid and orbital debris impact phenomena and the development of new or improved means of simulating the space impact environment.

3.5 Propellants and Aerospace Fluids Testing and Analysis

A. Perform testing that enables aerospace fluid and propulsion system designers to evaluate the risks and hazards associated with potential and existing materials, component and system configurations. This includes performing tests to evaluate the effect of a fluid on materials that comprise or may comprise a component or system as well as to determine the effect of the material on the fluid in terms of its performance specifications.

B. Perform testing that provides data related to the long-term functional performance of components in their end-use fluid. The types of fluids used include, but are not limited to hypergols such as hydrazine, monomethyl hydrazine, unsymmetrical dimethyl hydrazine, and nitrogen tetroxide; and ammonia, fluorine, methane, hydrogen peroxide and hydrogen. Additionally, perform testing that enables facility designers and range safety personnel to assess the hazards and risks involved in the use of both liquid and solid propellants.

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3.5.1 Hypergolic Fluids, Materials, and Components

A. Perform laboratory scale experiments and tests to determine and verify the properties of the various aerospace fluids. Tests include but are not limited to: microcalorimetry and accelerated rate calorimetry, flash point, fire point, differential scanning calorimetry, inductively coupled plasma-mass spectroscopy, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, adiabatic compression, and thermal runaway. Perform tests on both exposed and non-exposed materials per applicable NASA, military and ASTM standards to determine how fluid exposure affects the material’s properties. This testing can consist of exposure to any of the fluids listed above. Additionally, the properties of interest can vary depending on the type of material being evaluated whether it is a soft good, metal, ceramic, lubricant or some other type of material. These include but are not limited to tensile strength, flexure, compression set, and hardness. Composition and glass transition temperature are also tested for when polymers are the subject material. Perform post-test analysis of fluids after exposure to determine how material exposure may affect fluid specifications and performance.

B. Perform component level analyses to identify materials of construction (including, but not limited to, metals, soft goods used for seals and seats, ceramics, sensing media, electrical components) to determine fluids compatibility.

C. Perform system level analyses that consider the material change/degradation effects and how these changes affect component function. Provide recommendations for increasing component/system reliability.

D. Design and fabricate test systems that replicate or duplicate the component and system configurations (considering their intended use conditions –temperatures and pressures) and perform tests to evaluate component/system functionality, usability, and safety.

E. Analyze and evaluate system operational parameters that may cause the aerospace fluids and/or the materials they are in contact with to have undesirable effects. Examples include, but are not limited to: high surge pressures causing adiabatic compression decomposition (fuel systems); high cycle systems in which water hammer phenomena may cause fatigue of components leading to exposure of incompatible media to the fluids; high temperature environments causing thermal runaway; liquid lock up situations coupled with thermal excursions causing over pressurization of system lines or components.

F. Perform analyses and testing in support of in-flight and ground-system anomalies in propellant systems.

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G. Develop new methodologies for understanding fluid behavior, identifying material interaction with aerospace fluids, and predicting the life of materials exposed to aerospace fluids.

H. Develop, support and teach courses, including but is not limited to, “Hypergol Systems: Design, Buildup, and Operations”. This will often involve travel, both foreign and domestic.

I. For all operations using hypergolic propellants (or other regulated chemicals such as flammables) that are above certain regulated quantities, ensure compliance with the EPA Risk Management Program and OSHA Process Safety Requirements, as applicable.

3.5.2 High-Energy Systems

A. Design free-field blast experiments up to 230 kg TNT equivalency and small-scale experiments to assess the hazards associated with a variety of high energy release mechanisms. These energy releases can be the result of thermochemical reaction, such as with explosives and propellants; the rupture of gas or fluid storage vessels at high pressures; or both.

B. Perform modeling and assessments of hazards associated with a variety of high-energy release mechanisms such as solid-, cryogenic-, and hypergolic-propellant explosions or detonations; pressure vessel failures; and high-explosive detonations.

C. Conduct pretest evaluations of the potential damage from the high energy release to determine the level of risk of damaging the facility and to design the appropriate facility protection.

D. Analyze and evaluate data, including side-on and dynamic pressure measurements in the near- and far-fields; explosion or detonation temperatures, acceleration, blast wave velocities, Chapman-Jouquet (CJ) pressure, CJ velocity measurements, cell size measurements, and fragment velocities and size distribution measurements.

3.5.3 Hydrogen Systems

A. Conduct materials and component tests with hydrogen in both the gaseous and liquid state. Facilities that currently exist at WSTF would allow gaseous hydrogen tests to be conducted at pressures up to 6,000 psi, and at flow rates up to 5 pounds per second. Tests may be to determine compatibility with hydrogen to enhance safe use, or may be to determine life cycle issues including acceptance test and qualification of flight hardware. Tests may also be done as part of the design and development stages of flight components. The contractor shall provide the expertise to develop new test systems capable of testing at higher pressures (beyond 15,000 psig GH2) and be able to design and test

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newer hydrogen storage and production technologies (e.g. metal hydrides, electrolyzers, chemical hydrogen generators).

B. Perform component and system hazard analyses per NASA TM-2003-212059 “Guide for Hydrogen Hazards Analysis on Components and Systems.”

C. Conduct research and development in the areas of hydrogen system design and hazards associated with hydrogen. Provide unique support to WSTF and WSTF customers in the area of hydrogen system analysis and hydrogen hazards analysis typically in a flight environment.

D. Perform analyses and testing in support of in-flight and ground-based anomalies in hydrogen systems, including but not limited to propulsion and fuel cell systems.

E. Develop and maintain expertise in hydrogen safety, hydrogen hazards analysis, and hydrogen system design. Actively participate in the technical community and on consensus standard committees (e.g. ASTM, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA), Joint Army, Navy, NASA, and Air Force (JANNAF)) as well as cooperation with the Department of Energy Hydrogen Technologies and Vehicle Technologies programs.

F. Develop new and improve existing hydrogen safety guides and standards, and training and educational material as the relevant body of knowledge expands. Support and teach this material as requested to WSTF, other NASA, other government and industry personnel in domestic and foreign locations.

3.6 Flight and Special Test Equipment Development and Processing

A. Provide oversight of projects involving flight and other critical hardware, such as special test equipment or customer supplied hardware to ensure the proper processing and handling of the hardware the entire time it is at WSTF.

B. Perform any or all facets of flight hardware and special test equipment development, qualification, acceptance and delivery phase activities. Research the applicable program specifications, complete mechanical and electrical designs, and perform appropriate hazards and interface analyses. Prepare and present complete documentation packages including drawings in a customer-specified format, detailed manufacturing, assembly, and test instructions, material certifications and procurement information, and design calculations and analyses. Prepare detailed test plans and procedures, ensuring that the applicable test system meets program-specific requirements. Procure or manufacture hardware. Conduct tests, analyze data, and report data. Finally, deliver hardware and acceptance data packages per program standards and customer requirements.

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C. For flight and/or critical hardware processing projects, perform preventative maintenance, refurbishment, repair, and/or acceptance test of flight and/or critical hardware. Receive hardware, identify and plan required work per customer requirements, verify work authorization/approval if the hardware is Class I, perform receiving inspections, and decontaminate hardware if necessary. Personnel performing this work shall be properly trained to address the safety and environmental issues associated with the hazardous materials as well as address the specific handling requirements of the hardware.

D. Maintain Bonded Storage facilities and processes required for receipt and delivery of Class I Flight Hardware. Maintain facilities and processes required to provide controlled storage of non-Class I hardware.

3.7 Other Types of Testing

The intention of this section is to note that there are certain types of testing that are not within the boundaries of the core testing capabilities described in sections 3.1 through 3.6.

3.7.1 Space Environment Exposure and Response

A. Perform testing related to the evaluation of materials, components and systems in response to vacuum (< 10-6 torr) conditions at ambient, elevated or reduced temperatures. This consists of developmental, qualification and acceptance testing under conditions reminiscent of spacecraft and environments. Dependent on the size and scope of the test, the use of either the propulsion vacuum chambers or the vacuum chambers located in the space environmental simulation laboratory may be utilized.

B. Perform materials processing to remove volatile compounds per customer specified levels using thermal-vacuum chambers located in the space environmental simulation laboratory.

3.7.2 Spacecraft Habitable Crew Compartment and Payloads Testing

A. Provide material and component tests in accordance with the following standards; NASA-STD-6001, “Flammability, Odor, Off-gassing and Compatibility Requirements and Test Procedures for Materials in Environments that Support Combustion”, NASA-STD-6016, “Standard Materials and Processes Requirements for Spacecraft”, ASTM E595, “Standard Test Method for Total Mass Loss and collected Volatile Condensable materials from Outgassing in a Vacuum Environment”, as well as related consensus methodologies such as thermal-vacuum stability tests (SP-R-0022A) and thermal conditioning of materials and components. This work may include full configuration test of payloads and flight items along with the necessary preparation, coordination, storage, and reporting.

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B. Perform all work within the Molecular Desorption and Adsorption Laboratory (MDAL) in accordance with the applicable requirements set forth by the WSTF Chemical Hygiene Plan. Perform gas analysis using the following techniques in accordance with ASTM, NASA, or other appropriate consensus organization specifications: Gas Chromatograph Mass Spec (GCMS), Gas Chromatograph Flame Ionization Detector (GCFID), Gas Chromatograph Methanizer, Gas Chromatograph Thermal Conductivity Detector, Gas Chromatograph Infrared (GCIR). Perform analysis using other available techniques (Fourier Transform Infrared, Ion chromatography) as special requests are made, evaluate materials and components for Percent Volatile Condensable Material and Configurational Thermal Vacuum Stability (CTVS) Testing.

C. Provide Odor Analysis of materials and components.

D. Provide expertise as required to support research and development initiatives, engineering investigations, and the implementation and development of advanced analysis techniques.

E. Coordinate and perform round robin gas analysis tests with other NASA supporting labs.

3.7.3 Pyrotechnic and Explosives Testing and Evaluation

Design and perform tests that are used to evaluate pyrotechnic and explosive devices in their end-use environments. Testing can include the acquisition of data that is used to evaluate and model device performance as well as to assess the effects of off-nominal conditions which include, but is not limited to being out of tolerance with regard to physical dimensions due to manufacturing variation, incorrect formulation of explosive materials or being beyond the design shelf-life.

3.7.4 Spacecraft and Ground Support Equipment Fire Safety Testing

Design test methods and systems, and perform material and component testing to produce data that is used to evaluate the effectiveness of various spacecraft and ground support equipment fire safety systems and components. This consists of developmental, qualification and acceptance testing under conditions reminiscent of spacecraft and ground environments.

3.7.5 Component and Subsystem Functional Verification Testing

Perform testing related to the functional performance of fluid system components and subsystems. This includes ground system and flight component qualification and acceptance testing. The parameters that are evaluated include but are not limited to flow rate, pressure drop, life-cycle and pressure integrity, as well as function in environments that are outside of design limits.

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4.0 WSTF Enabling Services

The following subsections describe the capabilities that enable the production of the products described in section 3.0, WSTF Test Capabilities. The use or implementation of these capabilities will be done as subtasks that are managed under projects and which are authorized on the contract using IDIQ task orders that can either be fixed price or cost reimbursable dependent upon the nature of the work. The exception are those items described in section 4.10, “Logistics” and 4.11, “Building and Ground Maintenance and Janitorial” which are fixed price baseline.

4.1 Component Refurbishment and Precision Cleaning

A. Perform precision cleaning and component refurbishment per infrastructure processes and internal procedures to stringent specifications designed to ensure system safety and reliability for fluid components and systems used in a wide variety of aerospace and special application systems, including flight hardware. The Contractor shall provide precision cleaning and fluid component refurbishment services to the test and evaluation functions at WSTF, to the WSTF environmental services contractor, to other NASA facilities, and other government agencies.

B. Perform disassembly, decontamination, precision cleaning, reassembly and functional testing of components, tubing, vessels, and other equipment that have been used in and will be used in high-pressure and/or high-temperature gaseous oxygen, liquid oxygen, gaseous and liquid hydrogen, hydrazine and its derivatives, nitrogen tetroxide, liquid nitrogen, and inert fluid systems. Functional test includes operational checkout of valves, intensifiers, regulators, compressors, filters, vacuum pumps, and other fluid handling equipment; nondestructive testing of filter assemblies to establish integrity and define filtration characteristics; and hydrostatic and pneumatic pressure tests of pressurized components. The Contractor shall also perform in-place repair and cleaning of large or otherwise immobile equipment in remote test areas and at other installations.

C. Maintain an inventory, in a database, of available replacement parts for components processed through the laboratory. The database includes part number, count, inventory of softgoods, and list of softgood kits. It also contains number of available repair kits. Maintain a minimum of 95% of parts identified in the component repair and refurbishment program.

D. Provide contamination control services in accordance with JPR 5322.1 “Contamination Control Requirements Manual” to establish and maintain an effective contamination control system. Internal processes and procedures provide additional contamination control procedures along with

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hardware cleanliness levels for WSTF hardware. As part of this process, the Contractor shall wash and maintain contamination control garments, including those used in Class 100 clean rooms, to comply with industry standards.

E. Provide technical assistance and training to other WSTF organizations in the selection of fluid components, contamination control, and the upgrading of safety, reliability, and operability of fluid components. Perform functional testing of components and equipment in support of mishap investigations and procurement selection evaluations. Develop state-of-the-art cleaning and inspection techniques to improve existing operations. Advance the knowledge of component cleanliness with emphasis on reducing the use of environmentally hazardous chemicals. Provide technical and operational assistance to other NASA facilities and industry, where applicable, to share WSTF’s expertise in precision cleaning and contamination control.

F. Perform repair and refurbishment of ASME code stamped relief valves (pressure safety valves) in compliance with ANSI NBIC/NB-23. Maintain the VR certification in accordance with the requirements delineated in the National Board Inspection Code.

4.2 Special PPE Maintenance

A. Decontaminate, maintain, and repair specialized Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as chemical protective Totally Encapsulating Suits (TES) and self-contained breathing apparatuses (SCBA), train users on proper use of the PPE, and provide engineering investigation and hazard analysis testing for PPE failures. Provide the evaluation of new, improved or replacement equipment for PPE that is no longer available.

B. Maintain an inventory, in a database, of all maintained PPE (TES and SCBA) information, including replacement parts and configuration control data. Perform maintenance and repair of associated facility infrastructure and monitors to ensure availability.

C. In conjunction with S&MA, provide expertise on the selection and use of special PPE.

D. Respond to work requests and maintenance schedules in a timely manner such that test schedules are not adversely impacted.

4.3 Calibration

A. Calibrate and maintain Inspection, Measuring, and Test Equipment (IMTE) in accordance with NASA Policy Directive 8730.1, “Metrology and Calibration,” per WSTF Calibration infrastructure process and internal procedures. Services are provided for both WSTF internal customers as well as off-site customers. Turn-around times for the services provided

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are categorized as one of the following: Routine (2-3 weeks), Special (less than 2 weeks), or Expedite (3 days or less).

B. The types of measurement devices that are calibrated include, but are not limited to, force, pressure, vacuum, torque, gas and liquid flow rate, temperature, humidity, length, mass, DC and AC voltage, resistance, DC and AC current, frequency, phase modulation, power, automatic network analysis, microwave attenuation, and vibration.

C. Calibrate equipment to manufacturer’s or user-defined specifications. Calibrations shall be traceable to national, intrinsic, or internationally recognized standards. Perform incidental maintenance and repair of equipment submitted for calibration. Maintain transfer, working, and reference standards and calibration equipment and systems. Ensure stability of reference standards. Maintain measurement assurance programs, statistical process control, and/or comparison to properly maintained intrinsic standards.

D. Administer a calibration recall program, upgrade and maintain the Met/Track® database system and provide calibration status reporting. Ensure a minimum of 99% accuracy for Met/Track™ status data. Ensure that recall notifcations are performed in such a way that no items cause delay or adverse impact to a project or the WSTF mission due to the calibration system. The status data shall be updated the same day that the equipment is calibrated.

E. The Contractor shall ensure that all required training and certifications necessary to support the calibration function are maintained.

F. If components have been precision cleaned prior to calibration, calibration processes shall maintain component cleanliness. Several test media on site require stringent component cleanliness to ensure compatibility or to maintain downstream component cleanliness.

G. Support and participate in the NASA Metrology and Calibration Working Group (MCWG), including two annual meetings; participate in the NASA Measurement Assurance Program (MAP); identify future metrology needs and suggest improvements to current applications; participate in the resolution of calibration/measurement problems and questions; and serve as technical resource by remaining current in the newest calibration and measurement theories, equipment, methodologies, research, and specifications.

H. Provide expertise in the use and limitations of IMTE in the field. Assist and train test personnel to perform measurement uncertainty analyses of IMTE implemented in non-laboratory environments.

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I. Ensure that vendors providing calibration services outside the capability of the calibration laboratory meet NASA requirements in accordance with NASA Policy Directive 8730.1, “Metrology and Calibration.” Maintain records associated with vendor supplied calibrations in accordance with the requirements of this section.

J. Perform analyses of historical data of IMTE by manufacturer and model in order to optimize calibration recall cycles.

4.4 Materials Technology

A. Provide materials technology services in accordance with the WSTF Chemical Hygiene Plan to characterize materials from the standpoint of the inherent relationship between their structure, properties, processing history and performance in the service environment. The materials systems of interest include metals and metallic alloy systems, polymers, composites, and ceramics; all of which may have either aerospace or terrestrial applications and be subjected to diverse service environments, including exposures to hypergolic propellants or other hazardous and potentially toxic process media.

B. Perform materials characterization using the following techniques in accordance with ASTM, NASA, or other appropriate consensus organization specifications: metallography, optical microscopy and micro-structural analysis of metallic and polymeric materials; Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) and Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy (EDS); mechanical testing utilizing uniaxial load frames, impact, macro hardness and micro hardness; Radiography; Auger Electron Spectroscopy/X-Ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS) for surface micro chemical analysis; Raman Spectroscopy; and X-ray Fluorescent Spectroscopy (XRF) of metallic alloys in both laboratory and field settings.

C. Determine mechanical properties of metallic and non-metallic materials such as tensile, compression, impact, hardness (including micro hardness), 3 point bend, and low-cycle fatigue on pre- and post-exposed materials to aerospace fluids.

D. Perform NDE, in accordance with appropriate NASA, military or other consensus organization specifications, of flight and flight-like test articles, ground support equipment, and pressure vessels and piping systems in both laboratory and field settings.

E. Provide personnel certified in accordance with both ASNT SNT-TC-1A and NAS-410 requirements, and to the specified minimum certification levels, for the following techniques:

1. Liquid penetrant inspection - (Level III)

2. Ultrasonic inspection, in both A-scan and C-scan modes - (Level III)

3. Magnetic particle inspection - (Level III)

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4. Radiography - (Level III)

5. Acoustic Emission – (Level I, with progression toward Level III)

6. Eddy Current – (Level I, with progression toward Level III)

F. Provide Materials Technology expertise as required to support research and development initiatives, engineering investigations, and the implementation and development of advanced NDE instrumentation and techniques. Provide support to the NASA Technical Standards Program Office, NASA Engineering Standards Panel (NESP), ASTM EO7 or other NDE standards applicable to NASA programs and missions.

G. Perform Failure Analysis as required to determine the mechanisms contributing to the failure of a given system or component, and make appropriate engineering recommendations to mitigate similar instances of failure in other systems or components.

H. Perform metallurgical analysis of welding process qualification and operator certification test coupons. Perform ambient and inert atmosphere heat treatment of metal alloys.

I. Ensure and document strict compliance with all applicable radiological health requirements associated with the storage, transportation and operation of ionizing radiation equipment in accordance with JPR 1860, 29 CFR 1910.1096, and JPR 1700.1 Ch. 7.3.

4.5 General Chemical Analysis

A. Conduct chemistry experimentation, test, and analysis primarily to support WSTF testing. In addition, conduct experimentation, test, and analysis to support research and development for new energetic fluids and technologies, flight hardware development, and development of new test methods.

B. Perform all work within the chemistry laboratory in accordance with the requirements set forth by the “WSTF Chemical Hygiene Plan”, WSTF-RD-0004. Update and maintain the plan as changes to regulatory requirements and as the types of activities performed in the chemistry laboratory change and the implementation of existing regulatory requirements related to these activities make it necessary. Provide the necessary expertise and skills to support the position of Chemical Hygiene Officer.

C. Perform analysis of fuels (hydrazine, monomethylhydrazine (MMH), unsymmetrical-dimethylhydrazine (UDMH)), oxidizers (nitrogen tetroxide (N2O4)) and other propellants in accordance with current NASA-approved procedures (including NASA-STD 6001), ASTM and military specifications, EPA, NIOSH, and other methodologies as appropriate. Analyze hypergolic propellants or fuels, cations, anions, metals, non-volatile residue (NVR), and particulate. Perform specification analyses of

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other aerospace fluids, including isopropyl alcohol (IPA), water, and cleaning fluids. Fluid analysis also includes verification of purity and particulate of gases throughout the facility, (such as but not limited to breathing air, gaseous nitrogen, gaseous helium, oxygen, hydrogen). Prepare or procure gas standards to specified accuracy and maintain site monitors for vapor detection. Perform analysis for trace propellants in water and air.

D. Perform calibration and maintenance of the sensors used for propellant monitors. Maintain the sitewide tracking and recall of propellant monitors when calibration is necessary.

E. Perform analysis of vehicle fuels (including unleaded gasoline and E85) and analysis of the potable drinking water (chlorine and hardness). Perform various analyses upon request by the WSTF environmental services contractor in support of requirements to identify potential contaminants in water, soil and in other materials as it relates to compliance with state and federal regulations.

F. Maintain and improve standard and specially designed tests that address the interaction between material and media. Tests consist of real-time and accelerated immersion, calorimetric, and electrochemical methodologies with post-test material analyses to characterize interaction effects such as compatibility and material property changes or degradation. Techniques typically involved with this type of test include (but are not limited to) real-time immersion tests, microcalorimetry, accelerated rate calorimetry (ARC), differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), and electrochemical techniques.

G. Perform particulate counts on filters supplied from precision cleaning operations and perform NVR analysis of component rinse solvents. Perform other approved procedures for verifying the suitability of contamination control efforts as required.

H. Investigate and verify material properties of a variety of organic, inorganic, polymeric, and composite type samples under various gaseous environments by thermogravimetric analysis/Fourier transform infrared spectrometry (TGA/FTIR), differential scanning calorimetry, Ultraviolet Visible Spectroscopy (UV-VIS), thermomechanical analysis (TMA), inductively coupled plasma emission spectrometry (ICP), and optical emission spectroscopy (OES). Perform identification and characterization of unknown compounds.

4.6 Manufacturing- Machining and Welding

A. The services described in this section generally are provided using equipment that is located in a shop environment. There are also frequent needs to make use of portable equipment in the field as well.

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B. Provide manufacturing (machining and welding) services in support of WSTF, WSC, other NASA centers and programs, and other reimbursable customers. These services include the following:

1. fabrication of pressure containing and/or structural items, components, and parts;

2. manufacture of consumables and specialized items in support of hypervelocity testing to include but not limited to: sabots, pistons, petal valves, target and camera mounts, and barrels;

3. fabrication process and producibility determinations; 4. construction of specialized and customized sheet metal housings

and ducts; 5. provide expertise and maintain equipment to make flexible element

assemblies (i.e., flexible hoses, expansion joints); 6. provide oversight and technical surveillance of outsourced

fabrication services used in manufacturing test articles, components, and coatings;

7. maintain the machining and welding equipment as needed.

C. Coordinate with the WSTF environmental services contractor personnel for disposal of waste items such as material turnings, used cutting fluid, and other shop items used during the manufacturing process.

D. Provide mechanical manufacturing associated with production of flight hardware and non-flight ground test articles; fabrication and assembly of articles and components; and produce Special Test Equipment (STE) and ground support equipment.

E. Personnel shall be knowledgeable with all the traditionally subtractive machining technologies and equipment such as mills, lathes, drill presses, grinding, shears, Computer Numerical Control (CNC) systems, and Electron Discharge Machining (EDM). Welders shall be knowledgeable with Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), and oxy-fuel welding and cutting. Commonly used materials are carbon and stainless steels, aluminum and aluminum alloys, titanium, copper and nickel alloys, and non-metals such as Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) commonly known by the DuPont brand name Teflon®.

F. The contractor shall inspect all manufactured items to ensure that they meet the required specifications in accordance with the applicable quality requirements. In some cases this could be a designated verifier and in other cases a Quality Assurance specialist. Knowledgeable machinists shall make a determination for when in-process inspection points should be made to reduce any re-work on critical component manufacturing.

G. The machinists shall be able to interpret detailed engineering drawings and sketches as well as verbal requirements and then be able to manufacture the items in accordance with WSTF and industry standards.

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4.7 Drafting and Geographic Information System

4.7.1 Drafting Support

A. The Contractor shall provide drafting services for WSTF to document the configuration of the facility infrastructure, test systems and hardware. Typical drawings include, but are not limited to civil, fire protection/detection systems, electrical (e.g., power, lighting, fire alarm, grounding, controls, instrumentation and communications), mechanical (e.g., heating, ventilation, fluid system distribution, and air conditioning), plumbing, underground utilities (e.g., water distribution, sanitary, storm drainage), demolition drawings and emergency evacuation plans. The Contractor shall provide new drawings and revisions to existing drawings from engineering sketches, historical drawings (blue line format) and redline markups utilizing computer-aided design and drafting system (CADD) drafting techniques, including, but not limited to the use of AutoCAD®, and Pro/Engineer software.

B. Sequentially number and provide a control system for all drawings and sketches, drawing change notices (DCNs) and component numbers in accordance with WSTF Drawing Manual (WJI-ENGR-DFT-0001).

4.7.2 Geographic Information System (GIS) Support

A. The GIS is an electronic system, utilizing ArcGIS software that manages facility-wide geo-referenced data and the associated attribute information. The Contractor shall develop, configure, operate, program, document, integrate, provide user support, and collect and input the geographic and facility asset data with existing datasets, as well as maintain the attribute databases and configuration files.

B. Contractor shall develop user specific custom mapping products to fulfill requirements of requesters. The Contractor shall have the ability to develop custom interfaces and have the ability to provide for the integration of compliant databases (such as MS SQL, MS Access, Arc/Info & dBase), and shall support users by developing reports, statistical analysis, programming unique user applications, 3-D infrastructure models, and providing custom analysis.

C. The Contractor shall maintain and integrate existing and future databases which could include space utilization records, real property assets, current condition assessment for all building systems, land use and characteristics, cartographic data, infrastructure including underground utilities and cabling, surveying data, topographical data, environmental data, hazardous material location, and confined space inventory.

D. Ensure that records are compliant with the Spatial Data Standards for Facilities, Infrastructure and Environmental. Ensure proper software and hardware updates to maintain system viability.

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4.8 Pressure Systems Compliance and Expertise

A. Management is responsible for adhering to and implementing the pressure system policies and procedures at WSTF. The WSTF Pressure Vessels and Pressurized Systems (PVS) certification program is designed to comply with NASA Policy Directive (NPD) 8710.5, NASA-STD-8719.17, and JPR 1710.13. These requirements are included in WSP 09-0011, “Managing the WSTF Pressure Vessel and Pressurized System (PVS) Program”, WSP 09-0015, “WSTF Pressure Vessel and Pressurized Systems Program Management”, WSI 09-SW-0005, “Recertification, and Deactivation of WSTF Pressure Vessels and Pressurized Systems (PVS)”; and WSI 09-0024, “Pressure Systems.”

B. Specifically, management shall:

1. Ensure pressure systems are operated and maintained in accordance with WSTF procedures and standard instructions by skilled, adequately trained, qualified and certified personnel.

2. Ensure all PVS designs or procurement specifications are submitted for review and evaluation by the Pressure Systems Manager (PSM), or designee, prior to initiating the procurement action.

3. Ensure PVS items are acquired, tested, installed, repaired, and altered in accordance with WSTF policies and the design specifications.

4. Ensure all PVS are certified prior to operational use and decertified systems are not operated.

5. Appoint, train, and maintain an engineering team to support the PSM in the management of the PVS Program.

6. Select and nominate qualified System Engineer and Designer candidates as well as assigning personnel to represent the organization for any pressure systems group meetings.

C. Design, acquire, fabricate, inspect, test, install, repair, alter, operate, document, certify, and maintain all ground-based pressure systems and pressure vessels in accordance with the NASA pressure systems certification program (WSI 09-SW-0024, WSI 09-SW-0005, and NASA-STD-8719.17). Maintain certification for WSTF pressure systems (See the list of pressure systems in Attachment J.20).

D. Significant experience and knowledge is required using both construction codes and post-construction codes (examples: ASME Section VIII Div.1, ASME B31.1, ASME B31.3, API 570, API 579, NBIC, etc.) needed for pressure system certification and management. Certification of WSTF’s pressure systems will require reviewing configuration control documents for accuracy, assessing the system for pressure integrity using analysis and inspection techniques, and preparing an engineering evaluation report

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based on the analysis and inspection findings. Personnel with appropriate competence will be appointed to positions supporting the management of the WTSF Pressure Vessel Program per WSP 09-0011, “Managing the WSTF Pressure Vessel and Pressurized System (PVS) Program”, and WSP 09-0015, “WSTF Pressure Vessel and Pressurized Systems Program Management”.

E. Ensure that certification and maintenance of all active pressure systems are performed as scheduled (no overdue systems, components, or required maintenance items).

4.9 Media Services

4.9.1 Technical PublicationsA. Provide technical composition and editing services primarily for publishing

reports, conference papers, presentations, bulletins, brochures, and electronic media. Perform literature searches. Archive and catalog WSTF produced documents (e.g., reports, test plans, facility requirements documents).

B. Provide graphic art for technical publications, conferences, booth displays and storyboards.

C. Provide duplication services, electronic scanning of documentation and archival of records as described by NASA requirements.

4.9.2 Photography and VideoA. Maintain full-service photography and video facilities for still picture,

motion picture, video production, and video instrumentation.

B. Produce still photographic prints, motion picture, and video productions. The ability to provide these services shall be available anywhere on the WSTF or anywhere requested per task order, including hazardous areas requiring use of personal protective equipment. Photographs taken of test systems, components, flight hardware, and test results are generally referred to as ‘industrial’ photography. These types of photographs may involve special lighting considerations, complex angles or setups, models, personnel demonstrating activities or work, movement, reflections, stop motion and otherwise more involved shot setups. Photographs and videos for personnel organizational charts, awards ceremonies, personnel and facility photographs for brochures and webpages, special events galleries, etc. may be considered ‘marketing’ photography. The contractor shall provide qualified personnel with the expertise and capability to setup, direct, and produce high quality industrial and marketing photographs.

C. Maintain existing databases which contain information on all photographs, videos and other photo-related work performed at WSTF.

D. Perform Borescopic photography and video imaging; nonvisible spectrum photography, and infrared video imaging; pulse (time-lapse), real-time,

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and high-speed cinematic imaging; and high-speed and fast-shutter video imaging.

E. Operate the NASA/WSTF Video Teleconference System (ViTS) and other remote conferencing systems.

F. Because photos and videos are typically primary data for many of WSTF’s test programs, it is essential that the contractor ensure photography is delivered to the photo requestor within five business days of taking the photo as a standard. The photo requestor may relax this requirement or request same day turnaround.

4.10 Logistics and Property Management

The work described in Section 4.10 will be Firm Fixed Price Baseline, unless otherwise noted.

4.10.1 General Requirements

Provide all resources to perform Logistics Operation services in support of NASA’s Mission. Logistics operations services consist of: supply management, receiving operations, equipment management, transportation (packing and shipping services, inbound freight service), fleet management operations (Government owned and leased vehicles), disposal operations, mail services and Real Property management and accounting. Specific guidelines, regulations, and minimum performance standards have been established, the services to be performed will rely heavily on knowledgeable and experienced individuals who are innovative and resourceful in their approach. The Contractor shall utilize existing and future Agency Logistics support systems, some of which include but may not be limited to: NASA Supply Management System (SAP® Material Management Inventory (MMI) System), NASA Equipment Management System (uses SAP® software, NASA Property System (N-Prop), NASA Disposal System, NASA Real Property Management System, and the NASA Fleet Management System (Maximo). Submit Monthly Logistics metrics and activity report in accordance with DRD TEST2-LS-04, “Logistics Report.”

4.10.2 Mail Services

A. Provide mail distribution and pickup services and serve as the central point for the management of the WSTF Mail Center (MC). Process incoming, outgoing, NASA/Contractor internal, certified, classified and un-classified mail materials in accordance with NASA and WSTF instructions and customer requirements. Support data calls, reporting and reviews as required. Distribute mail between various locations at WSTF as well as mail coming and leaving the installation. Mail Services shall be conducted in accordance with NPR 1460.1, Agency Mail Management Program and WSTF Instructions.

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B. Requirements:

1. Manage a secure Mail Center (MC) that can account for all mail management activities and postage expenditures. Implement the use of web based USPS resources to account for postage and all mail expenditures consumed relevant to contractor and NASA mail. The contractor shall use the system with the best value and accounting resources for the tracking of mail activities and postage expenditures.

2. The MC shall be responsible for the procurement of postage, tracking postage usage, maintaining accountability for independent metered mail accounts for NASA and WSTF contractors, provide reporting capabilities, and account for all mail expenditures.

3. The MC shall perform an annual electronic mail survey between WSTF mail customers and document the results of the surveys. The annual surveys shall be used to assess WSTF mail services and used for potential improvement opportunities.

4. Pickup and deliver mail to and from the Las Cruces Post Office daily, with the exception of holidays, off Fridays and weekends.

5. All incoming mail shall be x-rayed and screened for potential hazards.

6. Hazardous mail shall be handled in accordance with WSI 24-SW-0022, Mail Security

7. Certified mail shall be recorded, controlled and expedited for delivery and acceptance.

8. Receipts of Classified mail shall be controlled, logged and secured in the MC safe. The MC attendant shall contact WSTF Protective Services for recording and removal from the MC.

9. Process and track all outgoing Registered, Certified, Express and Priority mail and have the capability to provide real time reporting as required.

10. Interoffice mail delivery shall be performed and delivered daily to the mail drop locations in accordance with WSI-24-SW-0007, Mail Service.

11. Maintain postal logs and applicable postal forms required for each specific type of mailing. This includes assigning control numbers, maintaining an accurate control log, preparing appropriate forms, producing reports regarding meter usage, tracking the amount of outgoing metered mail, and preparing classified documents for mailing.

12. Advise and assist customers and provide packaging services as required for official outgoing mail.

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13. Maintain a secure area for the handling and processing of all incoming and outgoing mail and ensure controls are in place for the safe handling of suspect mail and classified mail.

14. Support internal and external reviews/audits as required and have the capability to provide real time data to satisfy scheduled and unscheduled reporting and data call requirements.

15. Submit monthly, quarterly and annual mail management reports in accordance with DRD-TEST2-LS-03, “Mail Reports.”

16. 100% of outbound mail delivered to the Las Cruces Post Office within the same day.

17. Mail Handler Certification Training: Every two years or as required to maintain certifications.

4.10.3 Supply Management

A. Supply Management services shall be performed in accordance with NPD 4100, NPR 4100.1, Federal Acquisition Regulations, NASA policies, procedures, WSI 15-SW-0026, Supply and Material Management and WSTF Logistics instructions relevant to supply management.

B. Provide supply management services to maintain, issue, reorder, catalog, reconcile and inventory stores stock and program stock (system spare stock) which includes gas cylinders to support WSTF mission requirements. The contractor shall apply economic ordering principles for stock replenishments, implement and manage a just-in-time program for office supplies to reduce costs for maintaining stores stock. Manage a sustainable acquisition program relevant to supply and use federal sources of supply in accordance with the FAR and NFS for stock acquisitions. Support data calls and reviews as required.

C. The WSTF Supply System is part of the Integrated Enterprise Management (IEM) SAP® supply system and shall be used by the Contractor to manage stores stock and program stock. The IEM SAP® supply system does not interface with the contractor procurement or financial system, so the contractor shall implement processes for ordering, receipt and accounting of stock supplies with final input into IEM SAP® supply module. Items held as stores/program stock are considered Installation Accountable Property (IAP) and NASA will establish a mechanism for funding the replenishment of stock supply, and program stock.

D. Transport materials, equipment, and documents between customers and service providers.

E. Requirements

1. Manage and maintain a Supply and Materials Management System using the agency provided MMI supply system and web based On-

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line Supply Catalog Acquisition and Requisition (OSCAR) System to manage, requisitions, issues from stock, reorders and receipts of stores stock. Backorders shall be initiated when orders cannot be filled upon request. This functional area shall promote efficiencies in the acquisition, retention, and use of material, which includes achieving maximum use of existing materials resources and ensure the integrity of Agency records, accounts and reports. Promote the use of federal sources of supply to satisfy replenishments or new acquisitions to the stock supply system.

2. Process all items returned for stock, repair, or disposition in accordance with NPR 4100.1 (Supply Support and Material Management Policy), FAR Part 45 (Government Property), NFSD 1845 (Government Property), and Logistics internal instructions.

3. Maintain a minimum 92% supply effectiveness.

4. Implement and manage a Just-In-Time program for office supplies for the purpose of reducing institutional costs for maintaining, managing, inventory and stocking of office supplies. This initiative shall be coordinated between the contractor procurement team, Logistics and subsequently approved by the Contracting Officer.

5. Perform physical inventories to maintain accuracy of stock records in accordance with NPR 4100, NASA Inventory Management Manual, Chapter 5, applicable WSI’s and WJI’s relevant to this functional area. Perform annual and random inventories in accordance to the schedule submitted and approved by the WSTF Supply Equipment Management Officer (SEMO). Submit annual inventory reports in accordance with DRD-TEST2-LS-01 and support announced and unannounced internal and external audits and satisfy agency reporting requirements.

6. Maintain a shelf life program in accordance with WSI 15-SW-0001, for items identified in the stores stock system that require shelf life control, tracking, and submit reports in accordance with DRD-TEST2-LS-01, “Supply Reports.”

7. Maintain a Federal Cataloging System (FCS) in accordance with NPR 4100.1 and participate in the maintenance and maximum use of the FCS and comply with the policies, rules, principles and procedures of the FCS. The objective of a FCS is to provide for the exclusive use and maintenance of a uniform system whereby all items in supply at each Federal agency, and their contractor activities are uniformly named, described, identified, classified, numbered assigned National Stock Numbers, and published to aid in managing all logistical functions and operations from determination of requirements through disposal. The most important element of the FCS is the establishment of a unique identification for an item of supply with minimum data that is

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adequate to clearly establish the essential characteristics of all items maintained in the supply inventory. Logistics may use pseudo National Stock Numbers only when a federal supply number cannot be clearly identified.

8. Investigate and document all inventory errors and subsequent adjustments to the inventory. All supply adjustments shall be properly documented on JSC Form 1256, Inventory Adjustment Report with detailed explanations and corrective actions for the resulting adjustments. The Inventory Adjustment Report shall be submitted to the SEMO monthly for final approval in accordance with DRD-TEST2-LS-01 reporting requirements.

9. Manage a returnable container program (K-Bottles) and maintain detailed records of returnable containers acquired direct from vendors. Establish an accounting system to periodically review all returnable containers to minimize demurrage or rental fees to the Government and coordinate the inventory and return of returnable containers held within the stock supply system. Demurrage charges for K-Bottles shall be tracked and charged back to the using organizations.

10. Submit an annual K-Bottle Inventory report in accordance with DRD-TEST2-LS-04 reporting requirements.

11. Perform an annual 3 year no usage review of all supply assets held in stock to determine continued stocking. This assessment shall be accomplished to eliminate stock that has no firm future mission requirement and to reduce life cycle material management costs. The dispositions of assets that have not been withdrawn within the last 3 years shall be approved by the responsible using organization and the SEMO. Submit annual report in accordance with DRD TEST2-LS-01 reporting requirements.

12. Support internal and external audits as required.

13. Submit required Supply Reports in accordance with DRD TEST2-LS-01 reporting schedules.

14. All delivery/pickup services for supplies, materials, equipment, and documents between customers and service providers shall be direct charged to IDIQ Task Orders.

15. Support Logistics and Agency Legacy System Requirements and training. (2 Training Opportunities per year)

4.10.4 Equipment Management

A. Provide equipment management services through the use of the NASA Equipment Management System, IEM SAP® which is used to manage, catalog, account, inventory, reconcile, report and maintain a redistribution

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and utilization program for Installation Accountable Property (IAP) held at WSTF that includes acquired or purchased equipment by the Contractor or NASA to support WSTF mission requirements Provide customer service and custodian training to ensure an effective property management program.

B. Requirements

1. The IEM SAP Equipment Management system shall be used for the purpose of accounting, tracking and reporting of property management from receipt to disposal, in accordance with NPR 4200, NASA Equipment Management Manual; FAR Part 45; NFSD 1845; and WSTF procedures and instructions.

2. Maintain a Federal Cataloging System (FCS) in accordance with NPR 4100.1, and participate in the maintenance and maximum use of the FCS and comply with the policies, rules, principles and procedures of the FCS.

3. Provide customer service and training to property custodians annually to ensure an effective property management program and support announced and unannounced audits to satisfy internal and external agency reviews of equipment.

4. Perform a physical inventory of all WSTF personal or tagged property annually and report the results to the WSTF SEMO in accordance with DRD-TEST2-LS-01. There are approximately 3,500 items in record on the NASA IEM SAP Equipment database.

5. Administer, maintain and use a provided RFID system for tracking and inventory of all tagged assets. This system is integrated with the NASA Equipment Management system and shall be used to maximize inventory efficiencies within the equipment management infrastructure.

6. File records of all inventories shall be current and maintained. All adjustments shall be researched, reconciled, documented and updated in the SAP Equipment Management System as required and subsequently approved by the SEMO. Contractor losses shall not exceed NASA Agency Standards of 0.5%

7. Completed annual inventory cycles shall be reconciled and closed before a new inventory cycle can be created. Completed inventory cycles shall be reported and approved by the SEMO.

8. The inventory schedule shall be adhered to in accordance with the annual plan that is submitted to and approved by the SEMO.

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9. Missing or lost items shall be reported in accordance with WSI 15-SW-0024.A and submitted to the WSTF Property Survey Board. Submit quarterly Lost, Damaged Destruction Reports (LDDR) to the WSTF, Contracting Officer and the SEMO.

10.Conduct investigations of all property not located during an inventory or reported as missing prior to placing on survey in accordance with NPR 4200, for the purpose of locating the property and minimize WSTF losses. Contractor shall document the results of this investigation within 3 working days of the identified property loss. Complete and process NASA Form 598, Report of survey for all property not located during the initial investigation. All survey reports shall be submitted to the Property Survey Board Chair Person and to the SEMO.

11.Physically scan the NASA tag on all located property that was identified as missing during an inventory or previously reported on a survey and update SAP and include found items on the Quarterly LDDR.

12.Generate and distribute all requested and system generated reports used for inventories, reconciliation and informational purposes from the SAP system. Submit and process all reports as outlined below:

a. Quarterly Loss, Damage Destruction Incident Report DRD TEST2-LS-02, “Equipment Reports.”

b. Annual IAP Report DRD TEST2-LS-02.

c. NASA Integrated Asset Management (IAM) Inventory Schedule and Plan, Annual Lost Metrics, Equipment over $500k Report to JSC FMD (DRD TEST2-LS-02). The results of computation executed on September 30, at the end of each fiscal year derived from the total of the equipment items lost or stolen divided by the total accountable equipment density expressed as a percentage.

d. Receipts for capital assets valued over $500,000. Initial receipts shall be reported to JSC FMD and the SEMO within 3 days of receipt and tagging.

e. Annual Temporary Storage account inventory and quarterly Report of Contractor Acquired Equipment (DRD TEST2-LS-02) transferred to the Government.

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13.Perform tagging of equipment. Government will provide RFID and ECN bar code tags, scanners and contract stickers. Items meeting the tagging criteria that are declared as found on station shall be processed using NASA form 1618, Found on Station. Submit to the WSTF SEMO for signature approval and complete SAP control transmittal and input in to the SAP equipment system.

14.Perform de-tagging of equipment as required for excess, down grade due to value or expired equipment. Remove the NASA and RFID tag and replace with the NASA Form 1517 property US Government decal. Note: Ensure contractor acquired assets are transferred to the Government on a quarterly reporting schedule. Items not meeting the tagging criteria for equipment or sensitive items will be affixed with a NASA property Decal 1517. Prepare Form DD-1149 Requisition and Invoice/Shipping Document, acquire NASA Contracting Officer and SEMO signature, and obtain Credit Voucher.

15. Implement and maintain a Cannibalization Modification program. Receive and prepare NASA Form 1617, Cannibalization/Modification requests. Complete recommendation actions and forward to the WSTF SEMO and Contracting Officer for approval. Input changes into the NASA Equipment Management System.

16.Maintain NASA IAM documentation, SAP equipment database, RFID System and provide SAP equipment reports as required for equipment receipts. Process same day if request received before 2PM.; process next working day if received after 2PM.

17.Generate and distribute annually or as requested by the WSTF SEMO the NASA IAM Custodian lists. Receive source documents, complete SAP control submittal, and update the SAP equipment database. Verify all NASA IAM entry reference numbers are accounted for and in numerical sequence. Ensure copies of all source documents are maintained for capitalized equipment ($500,000 and above) and forwarded to the JSC Financial Management Technical Management Representative.

18.Perform equipment acquisition screening for contractor and NASA equipment purchases and document results of the screening. Screen contractor and NASA purchase requests to validate if equipment is available through NASA or Federal sources for potential reutilization and to reduce the acquisition cost to the

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Government. Purchase requests shall be screened within 1 working day of receipt of the purchase request.

19.Equipment valued at $500,000 or greater is subject to the financial control, accounting, and reporting requirements of the NASA Financial Management Requirement (FMR) Volume 6, Chapter 4. Equipment, valued from $5,000 to $99,999, shall be controlled but not subject to all the requirements of FMR Volume 6, Chapter 4. NASA Procedural Requirements, (NPR) 4200.1, NASA Equipment Management Procedural Requirements, Appendix C, lists sensitive equipment items that require Center control. Weapon's and hazardous equipment or devices, including environmentally hazardous equipment or devices, shall be controlled regardless of their value. Equipment determined to be pilferable by the installation shall be controlled as sensitive equipment. At a minimum, equipment listed in NPR 4200.1, Appendix C, with a value of $500 or more shall be controlled. Non-controlled equipment, including those acquired and used under outsourcing initiatives, will be managed under procedures established by WSTF. Source documents shall be forwarded to the JSC Financial Management Office TMR the same day the equipment is capitalized and within 1 day of the month end to ensure proper recording by the JSC Financial Management Office.

20.Manage and maintain a temporary storage program in accordance with NPR 4200 and WSTF instructions for the purpose of safely and securely storing material and equipment on a temporary basis. Organize, mark, identify and track items held for storage and maintain case files and a program for tracking stored assets. Perform an annual inventory and review of items held in storage between the holding organization and the responsible NASA Office Chief to justify continued storage of all assets held within the storage inventory. Results of the annual inventory and re-justifications for the stored assets shall be submitted to the SEMO annually in accordance with DRD TEST2-LS-02 report requirements.

21.Support Agency Required Equipment Management Training (1 Training Opportunity per year).

C. Project specific storage setup requirements shall be direct charged to IDIQ Task Orders.

4.10.5 Disposal

A. Provide and maintain a disposal, excess and sales services program to support the disposition of excess government property that is

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unserviceable, exceeded its service life or no longer required to support WSTF Mission requirements. Maintain a process for the sales of excess Government equipment and scrap metal recycling through GSA. Maintain metrics for the disposal and sales operation; provide recycling storage and staging space requirements in support of the WSTF environmental services contractor recycling program and support scrap property disposal for WSC. Sales shall be coordinated and performed through the GSA Xcess System.

B. Requirements:

1. Manage and maintain and an effective reutilization and disposal program of excess and surplus personal property. Excess property shall be controlled, identified, screened, marked and reported through NASA Disposal System (NDS) with uploaded photos for each asset valued through (NDS) for GSAXcess sales. Disposal and sales operations shall be managed in accordance with NASA and Federal Management Regulations and processed for sale through the GSAXcess system provided by GSA. The NDS shall be used to manage record and report excess property in accordance with NPR 4300, FAR Part 45, NSFD 1845 and applicable WSTF Logistics instructions that apply to the disposal function. All items turned in for disposal shall be inspected by the WSTF environmental services contractor prior to acceptance. Archive daily documents within 3 working days after the NASA Disposal System is updated and ensure all transactions are recorded within fiscal year end. Submit Disposal Reports in accordance with DRD TEST2-LS-05, “Disposal Report/Cost of GSA Sales.”

2. Receive excess property, perform physical inspection, and ensure tagged property is processed in accordance with equipment management procedures. All assets in the disposal process shall be marked to clearly identify the status of the equipment. Resolve discrepancies and record in the NASA Disposal System within 5 working days after receipt.

3. Manage a process for the excess and disposal of Government property, which includes the use of GSA for its sales program relevant to all excess property and scrap. Ensure Plant Clearance Screening, and the screening of all assets in accordance with NASA screening guidelines. Manage an excess scrap metal recycling program and process sales of scrap recyclables through the GSA contractor. The contractor shall work closely with the Property Disposal Officer in the coordination of sales, exchange sales and trade-ins and donations that are relevant to the Stevenson Wydler Act and the GSA Computers for learning program.

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4. Perform an annual physical inventory of all disposal assets that are in process at WSTF. Results of the inventory shall be forwarded to the Property Disposal Officer and documented within the disposal operations for future reference. The contractor sales programs shall include an exchange sales program. Supporting documentation and recording processes shall be maintained if items are processed as an exchange sale. Maintain disposal and archival documentation, warehouse receipts, artifacts, and validate the wiping of computers prior to acceptance to ensure ITAR/EAR requirements are met. Reference DRD TEST2-LS-05.

5. Artifacts or potential artifacts shall be screened and processed in accordance with NPR 4300, Identification and Disposition of NASA Artifacts. Artifacts shall be screened and processed in a secure manner, and shall be vouchered and annotated with a freeze in NDS for artifacts on the same day of receipt to ensure items are not automatically released for disposition.

6. Implement and maintain a process for acceptance, segregation, and collection of scrap metals for sales through the GSA contractor and ensure close interaction with GSA to set up scrap contracts for the disposition and sales of scrap metals and materials.

7. Maintain a process for collection, disposal and reporting of precious metal recovery. Precious metal recovery is infrequent and determined by excess generated by projects or programs. Reference DRD-TEST2-LS-05.

8. Ensure de-tagging of property is performed, including removal of all identifying markings from Government property prior to final disposition. Respond to requests to pick up excess property for the purpose of disposing and reutilization.

9. Provide an electronic archival documentation system to capture daily and end of the year supporting documentation and maintain metric for the disposal operations.

10.Maintain the area within the Logistics disposal area to support handling and staging of WSTF recycling products in direct support of the WSTF environmental services contractor.

11. Implement and manage a process for the shredding of electronic media. Shredded materials shall be processed and disposed of through UNICOR in accordance with the agreement between NASA and UNICOR.

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12.Support internal and external reviews and audits as required.

13.Annual Agency Disposal training and development. (1 Training Opportunity per year)

4.10.6 Transportation and Fleet Management

A. Provide transportation and fleet management support services using the NASA agency Fleet Management system to account and manage fleet resources held at WSTF. Transportation services include handling, preservation, packaging, coordination and delivery of routine, critical, hazardous and international shipments to and from WSTF. Fleet management services include management, accounting, reporting of GSA lease and Government owned vehicles, and coordination with GSA for replacement, repairs, and maintenance support services for GSA vehicles. Submit agency required reports relevant to GSA and Government owned vehicles and maintain a process for monitoring GSA vehicle credit card usage, repair and maintenance expenditures charge to NASA. Fleet services include maintaining an inventory and accountability of Government license plates within the Agency supported system. Support data call requirements and reviews as required.

B. Requirements:

1. Establish, implement, and maintain a process for handling, packaging and shipment of critical, priority, hazardous, international and routine products. Process shipments to satisfy customer, project, and mission requirements; International shipments shall be coordinated through the WSTF Export Control Officer. Transportation and fleet management services shall be accomplished in accordance with applicable CFR’s, NPR’s and WSI 15-SW-0028, WSTF Domestic Shipping. Project specific critical, hazardous and international shipments which exceed normal routine transportation support requirements shall be direct charged to IDIQ Task Orders.

2. Prepare and perform routine, priority, critical, international and hazardous shipments; i.e., pickup shipments from customer locations and properly package and prepare all shipments as required. Routine shipments are shipments that do not have “Date Required Destination” stated on the shipping document. Priority shipments shall meet the date required destination, critical shipments shall be processed in accordance to the customer and project requirements, and hazardous shipments shall be packed, labeled and properly documented and processed in accordance with Hazardous Transportation Requirements.

3. Prepare a Hazardous Material Packaging Checklist, JSC Form 582 (For Air Transportation) or JSC Form 582A for Ground

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Transportation for each hazardous item/material shipped, dependent on customer requirements, hazardous conditions and criticality.

4. Establish, implement, and maintain a daily Outbound and Shipment and Detention Log. The log shall be accurately maintained in a current status and available to the NASA Transportation Officer for review upon request.

5. Develop, implement, and maintain a process for performance of post payment audits of freight bills for transportation services over $50.00 charged to the contract. Validate that the cost for the transportation services agree with the original proposed freight charges. Anomalies or discrepancies identified on the monthly Post Payment Audit review shall be reported to the Transportation Officer and corrected. Submit Monthly Post Payment Audit Reports to GSA, JSC and the WSTF Transportation Officer in accordance with DRD TEST2-LS-06, “Transportation Reports.”

6. Prepare Government bills of lading for shipments and arrange with carriers for movement. Hazardous materials shall be handled in accordance with 49 CFR Subchapter C.

7. Maintain Department of Transportation (DOT) Hazardous Material Transportation and International Air Transportation Association (IATA) Dangerous Goods certifications for key transportation personnel.

8. Provide Department of Transportation (DOT) hazardous material transportation training and certification. Maintain annual required training and certifications as required for air and hazardous material transportation. Approximately five 3-day training classes/year.

9. Manage the process for requesting new and replacement vehicles through GSA. Submit requests to the NASA Transportation Officer with subsequent submittal to GSA. Maintain a record of new vehicle requests, replacements, exchanges, monthly/annual costs, fuel consumption, repairs and modifications.

10.Coordinate and manage GSA vehicle fleet maintenance and repair with GSA contracted services.

11.Develop, implement and maintain a process for creating, validating and monitoring work orders and invoices for all maintenance and repair of GSA vehicles. Maintain a record of work orders for repairs and maintenance.

12.Verify invoices weekly and work with GSA to process the invoices for payment on the GSA fuel card. Maintain accountability, track and secure GSA fuel cards assigned to all vehicles and provide the NASA Transportation Officer, vehicle fleet data as required to

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support NASA Agency data calls, reporting requirements, external reviews and surveys.

13.Use of the NASA Agency Transportation/Fleet System (MAXIMO) shall be used for the tracking of GSA and Government owned fleet assets. This system shall be used for all fleet management recording and reporting. Guidance for the use of this system shall be provided by the NASA HQ Transportation Officer.

14.Maintain an inventory and accountability of Government license plates within the Agency supported system. Order License plates from NASA HQ, coordinate orders of NASA Government license plates through the WSTF Transportation Officer prior to placing order requirements. Record license plate inventory, new assignments and deletions in the NASA Logistics Information Management System (LIMS) and coordinate the disposal or destruction of license plates through the NASA HQ Transportation Officer.

15.Perform Annual License Plate Inventory in accordance with DRD TEST2-LS-06. Maintain accountability of the extra set of vehicle entry and ignition keys for GSA vehicles.

16.Provide Freight traffic management and fleet management in accordance with NASA, Federal regulations, WSTF Logistics instructions and critical infrastructure processes.

17.Maintain and provide current GSA and Government owned vehicle data, expenditures, and relevant data (e.g., mileage, lease cost, fuel consumption, maintenance costs which includes the tracking of unleaded, E-85, and Diesel fuels.) Support provided shall include maintaining a vehicle fleet database, maintaining and updating electronic and hard copy files, generating reports, tracking maintenance, replacement and data as required to substantiate reviews by the WSTF Transportation Officer. Reference DRD TEST2-LS-06.

18.Support internal and external audits as required.

19.Ship packages and log outgoing shipments. Acceptable shipping forms that may be used include; WSTF Form 411, DD-1149, WSTF 643 and WSTF 196.

20.Maintain up-to-date HAZMAT certifications in accordance with CFR Title 49 Section 172.704.49, CFR Part 105-180 (Ground Transportation), 49 CFR Part 175 (Air Transportation), annual Federal Automotive Statistical Tool (FAST).

21.Submit monthly, quarterly and annual transportation and fleet management reports in accordance with DRD TEST2-LS-06.

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22.Transportation Certification and NASA Agency/GSA fleet training. (3 Training Opportunities per year)

4.10.7 Receiving

A. Provide receiving and inspection services to account for receipt of NASA and Contractor procured or acquired materials or equipment to support WSTF mission requirements in accordance with NPR 4100, “NASA Materials Inventory Management Manual”, and NPR 4200, “NASA Equipment Management Manual.”

B. Requirements:

1. Manage a receiving process for the receipt of NASA and contractor procured, acquired products, or customer supplied products, such as critical materials, stores stock and materials/equipment that are shipped to WSTF to support external or internal projects or programs. All assets received at WSTF shall be recorded on the TIFL Logging System and received on the NASA Agency IAM SAP, contractor system or any agency system that is implemented for use. The contractor is responsible for developing and maintaining a process for receipt and inspection of all hardware. Receipts shall be accounted for in an independent, electronic system separate from the NASA agency system if the assets that are delivered are not relevant to a NASA Purchase. The receiving function shall be performed in accordance with FAR, NFS, NPR requirements, WSI 15-SW-0025 Receiving and applicable WSTF Receiving procedures.

2. Emergency orders: 95% of receipts and inspections completed within 24 hours of delivery to WSTF. Routine non-emergency orders or deliveries; 92% of receipts and inspections completed within 72 hours of delivery to WSTF.

3. Develop and maintain a process to log delivery of all incoming goods or products and document/record discrepancies for all receipts. Discrepancies for critical and non-critical materials shall be documented and reported to the NASA/contractor procurement offices. Customer supplied product discrepancies shall be reported to the technical point of contact within 72 72 hours of delivery and documented in accordance with WSI 15-SW-0025.

4. Perform inspection of incoming packages, including radiographic inspection. An x-ray machine is provided for use to screen packages for delivery to ensure no hazards exist with delivered products; x-ray machine shall be maintained by the contractor. Ensure x-ray certifications and training for employees is current. The X-ray machine shall be provided by the Government as Installation Accountable Property.

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5. Support internal and external reviews and audits as required.

6. Maintain receiving metrics and report as part of the Logistics Monthly Report. Reference DRD-TEST2-LS-04.

4.10.8 Real Property

A. Maintain, account, inventory and record Real Property transactions utilizing the NASA Agency Real Property System in accordance with NPR 8800.15 Real Estate Management Program and WSI WSI-15-SW-0009, Real Property Accountability. This includes working closely with the NASA Real Property Officer, Facility Utilization Officer and responsible Project Managers to capitalize all new construction, improvements or changes to the WSTF Real Property infrastructure. Support data calls and reviews as required.

B. Thorough knowledge of the NASA legacy systems which include, but are not limited to, NASA Real Property System and IEM SAP® Real Property System is required. The Real Property Inventory System is integrated in the IEM SAP® NASA Real Property System and shall be used for all accounting, recording and reporting requirements.

C. The NASA Real Property infrastructure consists of buildings, other structures and facilities, land, lease hold improvements, and ingrants/outgrants. Current NASA/WSTF Real Property accounts consist of 114 Building records, 86 Other Structures and Facilities records, 11 Land accounts, and 2 Leasehold improvement accounts. Real Property is subject to changes relevant to new construction, renovations, improvements, disposals.

D. Requirements:

1. Maintain Real Property accountability records and ensure changes to site's asset accounts are recorded in the NASA Real Property System (RPS) and maintained in a current status. 100% accuracy.

2. Update and maintain the NASA RPS or equivalent database and all hard copy historical files necessary to document all asset value changes. Provide system support for the NASA RPS such as addressing questions, trouble-shooting, assistance in printing, etc.

3. Process Real Property Vouchers to record additions, deletions or modifications to the NASA Real Property Management (RPM) System to ensure accountability of WSTF’s Real Property asset records.

4. Prepare all documentation to accurately capitalize expense costs associated with real estate including new construction, maintenance, repairs, additions, extensions, relocations, disposals, leases, permits, agreements, out-grants, in-grants, etc. Evaluate construction redline drawings, transfer documents, and periodic

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reports from the Government-furnished Financial Management Report and the Information Management Accounting Systems (IMAS), and other related documentation to assist in ascertaining the actual cost data and identification numbers required for real property accountability.

5. Real Property new construction, modifications and improvements that increase the useful life of the facility that are considered capital improvements shall be reported to the JSC Financial Management Office prior to recording to the RPM. Track ongoing work that will be capitalized on the “Work In Progress” Report.

6. Provide support to responsible project managers for the tracking of ongoing projects that require reporting to the JSC Financial Management Office, (Work in Progress Report)

7. Provide final documentation for accounting transactions to the WSTF Real Property Officer for Certification.

8. Provide field inspection to verify all work related to facility improvement or disposal and equipment installation or removal shown on supporting documentation agrees with actual state of existence. Complete field inspections and recording to include any adjustments resulting from inspection and recordings within 30 calendar days of completion of construction.

9. Maintain and update the RPAS and any existing NASA Headquarters databases for real property including Annual Reports of Real Property Owned by the United States, Quarterly Inventory Detail Listing, Annual Inventory Reports, Annual Replacement Values using the NASA Real Property Data Base (RPDB) Systems, Annual Unneeded, Underutilized-Properties, Annual Facilities Summary, Annual Real Property Growth Quarterly Voucher Register, Quarterly General Ledger, Quarterly Card Control Register, Annual In-grant and Out-grant validation, Monthly Construction Work-In-Progress (Ref – Annual Report of Real Property owned by NASA; 1166 Report)

10.Ensure an accurate account of the quarterly and semi-annual in-house reconciliation. Maintain account accuracy with quarterly in-house and semi-annual reconciliation with Financial Management for all real property under the jurisdiction of WSTF secondary locations. There are 200 subsidiary accounts.

11.Perform a 3-year Facility Equipment Inventory cycle per the latest Government schedule to accurately indicate all existing equipment and prepare a report to indicate the current Collateral Equipment Inventory. At the end of 3 years, the Contractor shall prepare and maintain a new 3-year, Facility Equipment Inventory cycle.

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12.Label and tag all installed (collateral) equipment valued over $5,000 and maintain independent collateral equipment inventories for each

13.Real property record. Amend records as required to record improvements, deletions, or relocations. Label and tag all installed (collateral) equipment valued over $5,000. Remove, as part of the 3-year inventory cycle, any existing inventory tags on items valued at less than $5,000.

14.Perform technical researches in the RPM and hardcopy historical files and prepare required Government forms for the disposal of real property, declarations of non-utilization of real property, land asset changes, NASA and General Accounting Office Inspections, Executive Order (EO) Surveys, and other Agency, Center, and Directorate reviews. Reviews required to satisfy Real Property assessments and audits are identified by NASA Headquarters.

15.Conduct and support Agency required external and internal reviews.

16.NASA Agency Real Estate Training: 1 per year.

4.11 Buildings and Grounds Maintenance and Janitorial Services

The work described in Section 4.11 will be Firm Fixed Price Baseline, unless otherwise noted.

A. Provide all resources to perform maintenance and operations services for grounds and landscaping systems, pest control and extermination services, collection of refuse and recyclable materials, debris removal, cleanup of potentially infectious material and janitorial services to include all supplies, cleaning tools, equipment, materials, and chemicals.

B. Unless otherwise specifically stated, the areas to be maintained and serviced within this section are the general use areas such as asphalt roadways, parking areas, building entrances, hallways, restrooms, office and administrative areas at the White Sands Test Facility (WSTF). Work performed within the testing areas, hazardous materials storage areas, and special access controlled areas will be direct charged to IDIQ task orders.

C. The safety, well-being, and convenience of WSTF’s employees shall be a prime consideration in scheduling and accomplishing all work. The Contractor shall implement all safety requirements, precautions, and placement and display of warning signs and placards as appropriate during all activities. The ultimate responsibility of the Contractor is to provide facilities which are uniformly safe, clean, orderly, attractive, and reflect favorably upon NASA and the Contractor.

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D. Variances in schedules, weather conditions and other uncontrollable or unpredictable factors shall be considered by the Contractor when scheduling work. The Contractor shall schedule and arrange work to avoid interfering with the normal occurrence of Government business and mission at WSTF. In those cases where some interference is unavoidable, the Contractor shall make every effort to minimize the impact of the interference by coordinating with the appropriate affected organization(s).

E. The Contractor shall comply with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, NASA requirements, and all State and Federal regulations including the Federal Occupational Safety and Health regulations.

4.11.1 Grounds Maintenance

A. The Contractor shall provide grounds maintenance at WSTF, its surrounding areas and along the NASA road leading from U.S. Highway 70 to the facility.

B. Vegetation control services shall include mowing; brush cutting; and string trimming along primary roads, road shoulders and boundary fence lines. The Contractor shall remove vegetation and debris that pose a fire hazard in the WSTF industrial areas near all exterior landscaped areas, asphalt roadways, buildings, walkways, entrances and near all buildings and structures within the scope of this section. In addition to the general guidance provided in Section 4.11-B, grounds maintenance shall be provide to the following locations: area around the Apollo Substation, WSTF electrical switchyard, all potable water structures (including, but not limited to well sites, booster buildings, storage tanks, and valve pits), all electrical and communications structures (including poles, guy wires, ground-set devices and entrances to underground boxes and cableways), explosives storage magazines, all wastewater facilities and within 25 feet of all pipeways, storage tanks, ditches, arroyos and culverts. These activities may also include applying approved weed herbicide to areas as needed.

C. Contractor shall also provide weed and brush control along NASA Road and the facility alternate egress road such that it does not obscure or limit a driver’s view of traffic control devices, wildlife or livestock; does not present a hazard to vehicles or occupants when pulling off of the roadway for safety or emergency purposes; reduces possible fire risk; and does not inhibit effective drainage nor result in increased potential for erosion.

D. Repair ground erosion near walkways and roadway shoulders, except where it is the result of project modifications or excessive storm water (which will be direct charge to IDIQ task orders). The Contractor shall maintain all culverts and erosion control berms by removing excessive dirt, rocks or vegetation to allow for efficient control of storm water.

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E. Requirements:

1. Perform work in accordance with the general requirements listed above. No violation of Federal, State, and local laws, requirements, and regulations in the application of herbicides. No herbicides are to be applied to areas without the prior approval of the Technical Management Representative (TMR) and NASA/WSTF Environmental Office.

2. The Contractor shall exercise caution when performing operations adjacent to parked vehicles to ensure debris and discharges do not come in contact with the vehicles.

3. The Contactor shall be solely responsible for any damage to private property, including private automobiles, resulting from grounds maintenance operations. If damage occurs, the Contractor shall notify the CO immediately and contact WSTF Security. The Contractor shall correct any damages caused by the Contractor’s work or negligence, at its own expense (reference FAR 52.247-21, “Contractor Liability for Personal Injury and /or Property Damage”). Such damage includes, but is not limited to, glass breakage caused by discharge of stones or debris from the Contractor’s equipment operations.

4.11.2 Care of Landscaping

A. Contractor shall provide maintenance as needed for existing landscaping. This service shall include the watering, raking, and disposal of debris. The Contractor shall determine the watering frequency required depending on weather conditions.

B. Pruning of ornamental trees and shrubs shall be provided once a year for the 100 Area. Pruning shall promote healthy vegetation and prevent interference with pedestrian and vehicular traffic or any structure encroachment. The removal of dead, broken, damaged or diseased wood, removing or pruning branches adjacent to structures, hanging limbs which encroach onto walkways, roadways, and parking lots shall be performed. Pruning debris shall be removed from the areas the same day pruning is done.

C. Requirements:

1. Perform work in accordance with the general requirements listed above. Emergency service calls shall be responded to in a timely manner that is commensurate with any hazard that may be involved. This shall not exceed 4 hours. After raking, cleanup or pruning, all landscaped areas shall be neat and uniform in appearance and there shall be no interference with pedestrian and vehicular traffic or any structure encroachment.

2. Disposal of all debris shall be done immediately at an approved on site location. Yard waste shall be deposited in the collection area

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and periodically transported for recycling at an approved collection center in Las Cruces.

4.11.3 Pest Control

A. The Contractor shall provide pest control and extermination services in the administrative areas. Control of pests includes but is not limited to control of insects and rodents in or around the interior and exterior of all buildings where personnel may be present. No pesticides (insecticides) are to be applied to areas without the prior approval of the NASA/WSTF Environmental Office. All pesticide usage shall be in strict conformance with label directions and any applicable laws and regulations. Special precautions shall be taken when spraying in personnel work areas and around building entrances and air intakes.

B. Ensure that the workplace is free of pests and rodents. A pest and rodent free workplace is one which is sanitary and free of nuisance pests.

C. Requirements:

1. Perform work in accordance with the general requirements listed above. No violation of Federal, State, and local laws, requirements, and regulations in the application of pesticides. No pesticides are to be applied to areas without the prior approval of the TMR and NASA/WSTF Environmental Office.

2. Spray all buildings where personnel may be present with approved pesticide on a bi-weekly basis from May 1 – August 31.

3. Spray all buildings where personnel may be present with approved pesticide on a monthly basis from September 1 – April 30.

4.11.4 Debris Removal

A. The Contractor shall collect and dispose of all litter, trash and natural debris (including leaves, pine needles, tree limbs) as well as any deceased wildlife that accumulates in entranceways, along building foundations, obstructs sidewalks or roadways, obstructs access to areas such as utilities or structures, accumulates in landscaped areas or creates an unsightly appearance (including along roadway shoulders).

B. Requirements:

1. During normal working hours the contractor shall respond within 4 hours of the notification of the need for debris removal.

2. Disposal of all debris shall be done immediately at an approved on site location. Recyclable debris is to be deposited in appropriate collection receptacles. Yard waste shall be deposited in the collection area and periodically transported for recycling at an approved collection center in Las Cruces (transportation off site for recycling will be performed with a separate IDIQ task order).

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4.11.5 Janitorial Services

A. Janitorial services required in areas other than those described above as administrative areas will be paid for under IDIQ task order as an order service associated with a work ticket.

B. The Contractor shall provide all labor, material, and equipment necessary to accomplish the services detailed in this section. Materials include cleaning products used as well as all consumable supplies such as paper hand towels, toilet tissue, soap products and hand sanitizer used in hallways, convenience areas and restrooms.

C. Janitorial services for WSTF will generally be provided during, but not be limited to, normal work days between the hours of 0600 and 1630. Services shall include all dusting, washing, mopping, scrubbing, polishing, wiping, vacuuming, shampooing, stripping, waxing, buffing, and cleaning. WSTF total staffing is approximately 600 personnel.

D. The Contractor shall provide floor cleaning for all floors including carpeting and rug floors (approximately 62,000 sf), ceramic tile (approximately 12,500 sf), vinyl floor tile surfaces (approximately 151,000 sf), concrete floors (approximately 125,000 sf), and computer floors (approximately 6,500 sf). The cleaning of the floors shall include vacuuming, shampooing, sweeping, damp mopping, monitoring and spot cleaning, machine scrubbing, stripping, and waxing. If work spaces are occupied, the custodian shall ask the occupant for access. If the occupants decline, the custodian should reschedule services in those spaces for another day. Intrusive floor care operations (stripping, waxing, buffing, carpet shampooing) shall be coordinated with area representatives and performed outside of normal working hours, (0600 -1630 hours, on normal workdays), except in event of emergencies. All planned floor services shall be completed within the month they are scheduled.

E. The Contractor shall inspect, clean, and disinfect all restrooms (approximately 69, but not limited to) and all restroom components, which include but are not limited to toilets, urinals, lavatories, sinks, showers, shelves, dispensers, mirrors, wainscoting, partitions, stalls, stall doors, walls, exposed plumbing, and floor drains. Inspect or test all restroom appliances and fixtures, making sure all urinals, commodes, hot and cold water faucets are actuated to ensure proper flow and drainage and all floor drains have the proper water level. Ensure that all problems are reported to appropriate contractor personnel for resolution.

F. The Contractor shall supply, install, and maintain wall mounted soap, hand sanitizer, paper towel, and tissue dispensers. At the beginning of the contract, WSTF will be equipped with dispensers, but the Contractor is responsible for replacing dispensers that are not properly functioning. The Contractor shall service and replenish supplies and ensure all dispensers are stocked sufficiently to last until the next scheduled service. The Contractor may also replace functioning

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dispensers with more efficient or cost effective products with the approval of the CO/COR/TMR. The Contractor shall clean and refill paper towel, toilet paper, disposable toilet seat covers, hand sanitizer and soap dispensers. The Contractor shall clean and check sanitizer and soap dispenser nozzles to make sure they operate properly. The Contractor shall not overfill paper towel or soap dispensers so that proper operation is maintained.

G. Requirements:

1. The contractor shall maintain up-to-date safety data sheets (SDS) for all cleaning supplies utilized in the performance of this PWS. These shall be readily available to all personnel. The use of each product shall be approved by the TMR or designee prior to utilization.

2. The Contractor shall implement all safety requirements, precautions, and placement and display of signs and placards during all janitorial activities.

3. Trouble calls shall be responded to in a timely manner that is commensurate with the urgency of the need, not to exceed 2 hours during normal work hours. For the purposes of this requirement a trouble call is not an emergency.

4. Emergencies shall be responded to in a timely manner that is commensurate with the hazard involved and may necessitate that work be performed outside of normal work hours. Emergency response will generally be paid for under an IDIQ task order.

5. All janitor storage/use areas shall be cleaned and maintained on a weekly basis.

6. Clean and disinfect all restrooms and all restroom components at least once per day (excluding off-Fridays, weekends and holidays). A clean restroom is a restroom that has been disinfected and is free of deposits, stains, dust, dirt, streaks, hair, grease, film, and odor in all areas and components.

7. Allow no cross contamination of tools, products, or PPE between the cleaning of waste handling appliances and the cleaning of any other restroom component.

8. All dispensers should be clean and free of dirt, dust, streaks, deposits, build-ups, and odor (including, but not limited to soap, hand sanitizer, paper towel, personal sanitary products and tissue).

9. The Contractor shall clean, disinfect, and polish all drinking fountains (approximately, but not limited to 30 each), once per day excluding non-working days, weekends and holidays. Fountains shall be devoid of all soil, stains, liquids, trash, scale, rust, and foreign matter and have a uniform appearance with no streaks or marks.

10.Clean all types of carpeted and rug floor surfaces (approximately 62,000-square feet) and associated baseboards and all entrance mats. Vacuum clean using a High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA)

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vacuum cleaner, once per week. Carpets and mats shall be shampooed at least once per year or as necessary to maintain a workplace that reflects favorably upon NASA and the Contractor. Carpets and mats shall be spot cleaned prior to shampooing to remove all spots and stains. Carpet shampooing shall be performed outside of normal working hours, (0600 -1630 hours, except for emergencies). Moveable furniture, equipment, and items on the floor shall be moved when an area is shampooed. All work shall be accomplished in accordance with carpet and cleaning material manufacturer recommendations. The Contractor shall repair/replace damaged carpet areas resulting from improper cleaning techniques. If adjacent areas; walls, baseboards, doors, or furniture; become marred or splashed with carpet cleaning solution, those areas shall also be cleaned. All items shall be returned to their original positions. At the end of a cleaning cycle, floors and mats shall present a clean and uniform appearance.

11.The Contractor shall thoroughly sweep all common uncarpeted floor areas (i.e. areas used by the WSTF public), stairways, and landings; including areas under desks, workstations, tables, chairs, furniture and equipment which cannot be moved; to remove loose dirt, dust, debris, and foreign matter through either manual or mechanized methods once per day. Other administrative areas such as offices shall be done at least once per week. The contractor shall damp mop all resilient floor coverings, terrazzo, smooth sealed concrete or smooth finished floor surfaces to remove all laden airborne dirt, soil, or lint, or foreign matter once per week. The Contractor shall remove and empty water from mop buckets daily. At the end of the cleaning cycle, all uncarpeted and hard floors, including corners, shall be clean and free of any soil, dirt, stains, water, cleaning solutions, and foreign matter and have a uniform appearance with no streaks or swirl marks. No splash evidence on baseboards, furniture, or fixtures shall exist.

12.The Contractor shall spray, buff and restore hard floors, terrazzo, and vinyl tile floor surfaces including composite asbestos, pedestal mounted tile to a uniform luster once per month. Spray buffing work shall be coordinated with area representatives and may occasionally need to be performed outside of normal working hours to minimize disruption of ongoing area activities. Moveable fixtures, furniture, and equipment shall be moved, and the areas shall be buffed then all items will be returned to their original position. Buffing operations shall meet OSHA and EPA requirements for buffing of asbestos containing floor tiles where applicable. Prior to buffing, the contractor shall sweep and damp mop floor to remove loose dirt, dust, or debris. The Contractor shall not splash or mar baseboards, walls, and furniture.

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13.The Contractor shall strip the finish from all vinyl, terrazzo, and tile floors, including stairs and landings then apply new finish to the floor once per year. Stripping and waxing shall be performed outside of normal working hours, 0600 -1630 hours, except for emergencies. The Contractor shall remove all old finish or built-up wax from floors and corners using concentrated solution of a liquid cleaner or other manufacturer recommended techniques. Stripping of a floor includes corners and areas that a scrubbing machine cannot reach. Baseboards, walls, furniture, and doors shall be free of splash marks, mop streaks, stripper, or wax. If walls, baseboard, doors, and furniture; become marred or splashed with stripping or waxing solutions, those areas shall also be cleaned and free of wax.

14.Glass surfaces in building entrance areas shall be cleaned at least once every two months. All other glass surfaces providing day lighting shall be cleaned once per year including stairwells.

15.Remove dust and clean all surfaces in conference rooms, auditoriums, convenience areas and management offices and suites (20 conference rooms and auditoriums) once per week. Surfaces include tables, chairs, desks, bookcases, shelves, lamps, coffee brewers, glass surfaces, etc.

16.The Contractor shall clean all exterior ash receptacles once per month. When cleaning, the Contractor shall remove all cigarette butts, ashes, deposits, and trash. Exterior surfaces of all receptacles shall be wiped clean and be free from oil, stains, liquids, ashes, and foreign matter.

17.Provide janitorial services for Fitness Center including cleaning and disinfecting the men’s and women’s restrooms and locker rooms, showers, floors (including gym floor), mats, and exercise machines, once per day excluding holidays, non-working days and weekends.

18.Janitorial services for the cafeteria cooking and serving area are the responsibility of the food vendor.

19.The Contractor shall provide janitorial services for the WSTF Dispensary, located in Building 104 on normal working days, between the hours of 0630 and 1630 in accordance with the requirements listed above.

4.11.6 Hantavirus, Blood and Potentially Infectious Material Cleanup

A. The Contractor shall remove all blood and bodily fluids after a mishap or injury occurs. The custodial staff will not begin clean up until directed to do so by the controlling Government authority. Custodial staff performing blood and bodily fluid clean up shall be properly trained in bloodborne pathogens hazards and their clean up. The Contractor shall also perform cleaning of areas potentially containing Hantavirus. Clean-ups in all general use and administrative areas (including but not limited to offices, conference rooms, restrooms, and

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associated storage facilities) will be performed as baseline work, whereas similar activities performed in the test and evaluation areas would be funded by IDIQ task orders.

B. Requirements:

1. The Contractor shall meet the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.1030, “Bloodborne Pathogens” and WSI 25-SW-0010, “Bloodborne Pathogen Control.”

2. Contractor personnel performing cleaning of areas potentially contaminated with Hantavirus shall be trained in the WSTF Training SAF-33, “Hantavirus.”

3. The Contractor shall provide and its employees shall utilize all necessary personal protective equipment, cleaning agents and materials, and proper waste disposal containers.

4.11.7 Solid Waste

A. The Contractor shall empty all waste containers located in the common and administrative areas including, but not limited to, rest rooms, conference rooms, auditoriums, loading docks, and offices (approximately 300 locations containing 1-5 waste containers) and transport and dispose of trash in the exterior depositories for pickup by the WSTF solid waste disposal services contractor. Waste containers (including lids) shall be emptied, washed, disinfected, and plastic liners replaced as necessary. All waste collected shall be secured in such a way as to prevent the adjacent areas from becoming littered. All spills resulting from leaking liners or receptacles shall be the responsibility of the Contractor.

B. Requirements:

1. Solid waste shall be removed twice per week. After collection, the containers shall be free of all waste. Areas surrounding collection containers shall be free from stains, odors, debris, and foreign matter.

2. Container liners shall be replaced if there is any evidence of soiling, tearing, wetness, contamination, or damage. The liner shall be replaced in containers used for the collection of liquid, wet wastes or food (including used beverage containers). If a liner leaks, or otherwise allows wastes to contact the container, the container shall be cleaned and disinfected (including lids).

4.11.8 Recycling

A. The contractor shall utilize and support the single stream recycling program for WSTF. Recyclables designated for collection shall include, but not be limited to, mixed paper, newspapers, magazines, catalogs, paper bags, plastic jugs, unwanted mail, corrugated

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cardboard, and plastic bottles. The recycling program allows mixed recycling material in collection bins. The contractor shall collect recyclable materials from designated collection bins (approximately 107, mostly 32-gallon rolling bins) strategically located in designated areas (approximately 60 WSTF locations) and transport to the exterior Single Stream Recycling Repositories (approximately every other week or as the recycle containers become full) for pickup by the WSTF recycle/disposal services contractor.

B. The contractor may not remove the internal collection bins from the buildings without prior approval by the TMR. The TMR shall be notified immediately if the containers become damaged or missing.

C. Requirements:

1. Recyclables shall be removed to ensure containers do not overflow. After collection, the containers shall be free of all recyclables. Areas surrounding collection containers shall be free from litter, stains, odors, debris, and foreign matter.

2. When a liner is used in a container, it shall be replaced if there is any evidence of soiling, tearing, wetness, contamination, or damage. The liner shall be replaced in containers used for the collection of liquid or wet wastes (including used beverage containers). If a liner leaks, or otherwise allows wastes to contact the container, it shall be cleaned and disinfected.

4.11.9 Inspection

A. Contractor’s approved monthly work schedule may be used by the Government to determine inspection frequency. The Government will inspect and evaluate contractor performance of the work described above on a random and rotating basis. The TMR or designee will request re-performance if the Contractor has failed to meet performance requirements. All areas re-worked will be re-inspected by the Government.

B. Requirement:

Rework of unacceptable performance shall be accomplished in accordance with the requirements of the appropriate PWS element for the type of work being performed and within 24 hours of Government notification.

4.11.10 Monthly Reporting Requirements

The contractor shall provide reports in accordance with DRD-TEST2-MO-09, “Buildings Ground and Janitorial Reporting.”

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4.12 Lifting Devices and Equipment

A. The contractor shall provide Lifting Devices and Equipment (LDE) testing, inspection, certification, and recertification services in accordance with requirements below and in accordance with NASA-STD-8719.9, “Standard for Lifting Devices and Equipment;” WSP 25-0006, “WSTF Lifting Devices and Equipment (LDE) Program;” WSI 25-SW-0018, “Critical Lifting, Hoisting, and Moving, and Load Testing of Lifting Devices and Equipment.”

B. LDE includes a variety of cranes, gantry cranes, hoists, mobile cranes, load cells, slings, structural slings, sling assemblies, and miscellaneous lifting rigging hardware and components. The LDE Program also covers powered industrial trucks such as forklifts, tractors, trailers, and mobile aerial platforms (MAP) used for lifting and handling activities in support of space flight projects and critical industrial type operations.

C. Provide moving and lifting services of test articles, facility structures and equipment, and critical lifts in support of both mission critical and heavy lift requirements. Personnel shall be certified in accordance with requirements found in 25-SW-0018, “Critical Lifting, Hoisting, and Moving, and Load Testing of Lifting Devices and Equipment.”

D. Maintain the equipment, records and processes to perform these lifting services safely and to meet Federal, Agency, and WSTF requirements.

E. Train and license all heavy equipment and crane operators to use the specific equipment. Ensure all operators have required licensing and certification when performing Lifting Devices and Equipment (LDE) tasks.

F. Loading and hauling operations may be performed within the NASA White Sands Industrial Complex as well as intra and interstate operations. Operations may include the movement of oversized and/or overweight loads. Coordinate with the NASA Transportation Officer when hauling or moving oversized or overweight loads to ensure proper permits are secured prior to movement.

G. Provide moving services necessary to satisfy WSTF’s internal relocations of office furniture and equipment. Scope includes routine, priority and quick dispatch moving and hauling services to ensure items are delivered safely, to the correct location and on schedule. Specific requirements will be defined in Task Orders.

H. Ensure items being moved and surrounding areas are protected from damage. Items moved via trucks should be properly secured and personnel performing the moves should be trained on securing loads and trailer towing.

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I. Perform periodic LDE program requirement reviews to support continuous improvement. Update and/or develop inspection and maintenance procedures. Assist in projects and provide consulting services to user organizations for special tasks on rigging, handling, and lifting; and on LDE compliance requirements, design, installation, and testing.

4.13 Information Technology Services

A. The use or implementation of these capabilities will be done as subtasks that are managed under projects and which are authorized on the contract using IDIQ task orders that can either be fixed price or cost reimbursable dependent upon the nature of the work.

B. There are two types of Information Technology (IT) resources at WSTF. Type 1 resources are provided and managed through separate NASA contracts, but are utilized by the TEST2 contract. Type 2 resources are provided and managed by the TEST2 contract. There are many interfaces between Type 1 and Type 2 IT resources.

C. Type 1 - IT includes the following:

1. End User Services – Office automation computers, mobile phones, tablets, networked printers, multi-functional devices (copiers/scanners/fax), pagers, agency email services, agency standard software defined in NASA-STD-2804x. End User Services also provides a Training Classroom Facility (Capacity 12) also used as a Development test lab.

2. Communication Services - Wide Area (WAN)/Local Area Networks(LAN) services, voice communications (desktop phones, radios, site-wide public address, emergency red phones), collaborative video services (Video Telecom System (ViTS), Vidyo), Television Services (IPTV and Dish Services), Voice Telecom System (VoTS), IT Security Infrastructure (Center Firewalls, Intrusion Detection, Vulnerability Scanners, Web Proxy, DNS, DHCP).

3. Data Center Services - The WSTF data center is located in room 214 on the second floor of B101. It provides over 2,500 sq. ft. of floor space. Both housing and hosting services are available in the data center.

a. Housing - The WSTF data center is available to house servers associated with all contracts at WSTF. The housing services provided by NASA IRD include cabinet space, local and wide area network connectivity. There is no cost to use the

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WSTF data center for servers directly supporting WSTF contracts.

b. Hosting - WSTF provides hosting capabilities using Virtual servers to support WSTF contracts. Currently the JSC Information Technology and Multimedia Services (ITAMS) contract manages all hosted servers in the WSTF data center. Existing Hosted services include data storage (popularly known as the W drive), and Type 1 Applications. Additional Hosted services requested through NASA organizations may come with a cost to that organization.

4. Application Services - Web, Enterprise Applications and WSTF Databases development and management. See Attachment L-10, “Application List.”

D. Type 2 IT shall be supported and managed by the TEST2 contract. Type 2 IT includes but is not limited to:

1. TEST2 Procurement System

2. Facility Management System

a. Energy Management and Control System (EMCS)

b. HVAC Industrial Control System

c. Radio Frequency IDentification (RFID) Application

d. Fire Alarm System

3. Propulsion Data Acquisition Systems

4. Materials and Components Laboratory Data Acquisition Systems

5. Non-IRD Office Automation Hardware (Computers, Tablets, Printers, Scanners, Projectors, etc.) and Software (AutoCad, Visio, Project, Pro-E, Adobe Acrobat, etc.)

6. Materials and Components Test (MCT) server

7. The full definition of the systems for the TEST2 contract is found in Attachment L-11, “WSTF TEST2 System Definitions.”

4.13.1 Information Technology Administration, Planning and SupportA. Type1 IT - The Contractor has no requirement to manage or administer

Type 1 hardware and software; however, the contractor shall be responsible for data and content management. (See section 4.13.3). The contractor personnel shall utilize Type 1 equipment provided by the Government and its IT Contractors for the performance of office automation and administrative requirements.

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B. Type 2 IT - The Contractor shall procure, install, secure, administer, maintain and upgrade all approved Type 2 IT hardware and software in accordance with the NASA standards (NASA-STD-2804x and NASA-STD-2805x). The contractor shall manage and administer Type 2 IT systems that are in support of the Contract requirements in accordance with NASA IT Security Handbooks found in the Technical Library. The Contractor shall manage (inventory, patch, update, perform vulnerability tracking and management, etc.) all Type 2 hardware and software in accordance with NASA IT Security standards and requirements. The Contractor shall manage (inventory, patch, update, perform vulnerability tracking and management, etc.) all Type 2 software on Type 1 systems in accordance with NASA IT Security standards and requirements.

C. The Contractor shall complete all requests for data/information, analyses, assessments, and support for audits from NASA and external Federal Government entities. The Contractor shall log and track all data call products and provide final dispositions to IRD for reporting requirements.

D. The Contractor shall develop, update and implement an IT Management Plan. The IT Management plan shall define the appropriate roles and responsibilities associated in compliance with NASA regulations per IT Security Handbook ITS-HBK-0002, ”Roles and Responsibilities Crosswalk”, and the referenced handbooks. This plan shall include a list of key contractor IT personnel responsible for Type 2 hardware and software and integration with Type 1 services.

E. A draft IT Management Plan shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer and WSTF IT Manager 30 days after start of contract phase-in. The final plan shall be submitted at contract start. The plan shall be re-submitted upon changes to key personnel. Reference DRD-TEST2-IT-01, “Information Technology (IT) Management Plan and Reports.”

F. The Contractor shall follow IT Capital Planning Investment Control (CPIC) requirements. These requirements contain NASA’s implementation of the Office of Management and Budget’s (OMB’s) IT CPIC process for defining how to select IT capital investments; how to control the capital investments to achieve intended cost, schedule, and performance outcomes; and how investment performance will be evaluated once a system or project becomes operational. CPIC includes IT obsolescence planning for Type 2 hardware and software, including compliance tracking and compliance reporting. The Contractor shall follow NASA governance processes when exercising system lifecycle steps. The Contractor shall utilize the NASA IT justification form for all IT purchases. IRD governance processes are handled by JSC/Agency Boards. The Contractor shall provide Summary Investment Business Case (SIBC) data in a NASA provided format annually. The Contractor Type 2 hardware and software shall

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comply with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act and Section 515 of Public Law 113-76.

G. IT Capital Planning Investment Control (CPIC) Documents

1. OMB Circulars A-130 and A-11

2. Executive Order 12845, “Energy-efficient Microcomputers”

3. IT Management Reform Act of 1996 (the "Clinger-Cohen Bill")

4.13.2 Enterprise ArchitectureA. Type1 - NASA follows Enterprise Architecture (EA) activities in

accordance with NPR 2830.001 B, “NASA Enterprise Architecture Procedures”, and provides EA guidance.

B. Type 2 - The Contractor shall identify opportunities for streamlining, collaboration, and consolidation of all Type 2 hardware and software site-wide.

C. For acquisition of new Type 2 hardware and software, the Contractor shall document requirements with alternative options, thus allowing for NASA analysis of relationships between the business process and the technology assets.

D. The Contractor shall coordinate and support Enterprise Architecture reviews for IT projects and activities of Type 2 hardware and software.

4.13.3 Data Management A. Type 1 - NASA IRD Contractors manage and administer platforms

(Database Architecture, Operating Systems, User Accounts and other Active Directory components, Collaborative Tools e.g. SharePoint) that will host TEST2 administrative data.

B. Type 2 - The Contractor shall maintain NASA filing scheme standards, manage file share permissions, manage and reduce duplication and identify any misuse to NASA IT Security.

C. The Contractor shall maintain documents, drawings and work instructions to ensure controlled identification, versioning, retention, archiving, and access in accordance with Enterprise Architecture requirements.

D. The Contractor shall manage content for web sites and databases that support TEST2 contract in accordance with WSP01-0006.A, “WSTF Portal Web Site Governance Plan”.

E. When a collaborative management tool is determined necessary by the Government, the Contractor shall be responsible for developing and managing the content on the government-provided collaborative management tool (SharePoint or equivalent tool). The Contractor shall provide extended services and expertise to support TEST2 SharePoint

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users, including user training, assistance in building SharePoint sites, and troubleshooting.

4.13.4 Data Center ServicesA. Type 1 - NASA IRD Contractors provide housing and hosting services

utilized by the TEST2 contract. NASA and IRD Contractors plan, organize, and coordinate Data Center activities.

B. Type 2 - The Contractor shall perform facility (Power and Environmental Conditioning Systems) maintenance, planning and monitoring, conduct configuration management, and facilitate modifications of the TEST2 Data Center facility managed systems. The Contractor shall recommend data center facility upgrades and improvements (Power and Environmental Conditioning Systems). The Contractor shall maintain effective communications with the NASA Data Center Manager, customers, vendors, and other contractors associated with the facility.

C. The Contractor shall maintain configuration management of assigned TEST2 cabinets, associated aisle containment, cabling, Power Distribution Units (PDUs) and busway power circuits per the data center standards.

D. The Contractor shall administer and operate IT systems managed under the TEST2 contract to achieve the availability and performance necessary to meet the overall system metrics specified in the task orders. (e.g. HVAC, Energy Management, Data Acquisition Systems)

E. The Contractor shall provide, install, maintain, and upgrade middleware used by the TEST2 applications necessary to meet the overall system metrics specified in the task orders.

F. The Contractor shall perform TEST2 server administration duties in accordance with NASA and JSC policies.

4.13.5 Application ServicesA. Type 1 - NASA IRD Contractors provide development and

maintenance of the institutional and some programmatic applications in Attachment L-10.

B. Type 2 - The Contractor shall provide applications services and systems management including end–to-end system lifecycle support for existing TEST2 application capabilities, database and database product administration, and middleware. The Contractor shall request NASA IRD approval for new TEST2 Applications by providing IT Justification form.

C. The Contractor shall develop, maintain and upgrade TEST2 Databases needed to execute the Contract. The Contractor shall ensure all TEST2 Databases conform to the NASA Software standards as

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defined in NASA-STD-2804x within a year of the latest release. (NASA-STD-2804x can be updated twice yearly)

D. The Contractor shall provide TEST2 applications and end-user support. Type 2 applications include, but are not limited to:

1. MS Project2. MS Visio3. MS Access Databases (The Database, not Access)4. SQL Databases(The Database, not SQL)5. LabView6. MathCAD7. AutoCAD8. Pro-E9. Adobe Acrobat10.Zeus11.PVHazard12.Caesar13.CEA (chemical equilibrium application)14.Various analytical instrument applications15.Various locally developed test and evaluation applications

Application Documents that apply:1. NPR 7150.2 “NASA Software Engineering Requirements”2. NPR 7120.7 “NASA Information Technology and Institutional

Infrastructure Program and Project Management Requirements”3. NPR 7123.1 “NASA Systems Engineering Processes and

Requirements”

4.13.6 End User ServicesA. Type 1 - NASA IRD Contractors provide Customer Relationship

Management, Outreach and support for Type 1 hardware and software. IRD Contractors will provide assistance and support for Type 1 applications (e.g. MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint). NASA IRD Contractors provide electronic equipment support and maintenance in the ViTS and VoTS rooms throughout site.

B. Type 2 - The Contractor shall provide IT Points of Contact (ITPOC’s) to coordinate with TEST2 end users to determine their IT needs and requirements and submit IT service requests to obtain Type 1 IT services. ITPOCs are also interfaces to the NASA Information Resources Directorate to allow for the timely request of Type 1 provided resources utilizing the NASA provided service request system. The Contractor ITPOC shall provide initial IT troubleshooting and determine appropriate initial course of action, such as creating SR’s, or calling in trouble tickets.

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C. The Contractor shall provide TEST2 end users assistance and support for Type 2 applications.

D. The Contractor shall operate the electronic equipment in conference rooms and other common locations for TEST2 meetings. The Contractor shall coordinate repairs of Type1 conference room electronics with IRD contractors. The Contractor shall manage and coordinate repairs for Type 2 conference room equipment. Additionally the Contractor shall support and manage equipment listed in Attachment L-12, “WSTF Type 2 Hardware Inventory.”

4.13.7 IT SecurityA. Type 1 - The IRD Contractor will coordinate and oversee IT Security

Plan activities (Inventory, Plans of Actions and Milestones (POAMS)), coordinate continuous monitoring and track compliance. The IRD contractor will conduct vulnerability scanning of all Type 1 and 2 IT Systems that are on the WSTF network. The IRD contractor shall track patch compliance of all Type 1 and 2 systems. NASA provides the WSTF IT Security Plan Authorizing Official (AO), Information System Owner (ISO), the Organizational Computer Security Officer (OCSO), Alternate (OCSO-A) and Representative (OSCO-R). The NASA IRD Contractor will provide Anti-malware, NASA Inventory Tracking and Data at Rest (DAR) software clients for use on Type 2 Windows, Macintosh and Linux (DAR Only) non-server systems.

B. Type 2 - The Contractor shall comply with NASA IT Security Requirements and shall be responsible for the integrity, availability and confidentiality of all data on all TEST2 managed systems. The Contractor shall integrate with NASA Type1 infrastructure and meet Federal and NASA IT security requirements

C. The Contractor shall develop, maintain, and continuously monitor IT Security Controls documented in each IT security plan for each Type 2 system. The Contractor shall ensure all of the IT Security Plan documentation is uploaded and maintained in the NASA documentation repository tool.

D. Security plans include baseline configuration, system boundaries, categorization of data (Low, Medium, High), information type mapping, security control definition, risk assessment, self-assessments, contingency planning, disaster recover planning and testing, Continuity of Operations Planning, and Business Impact Analysis. The IT Security plan shall be kept up to date as changes to the baseline configuration of the system occur and shall be documented in the IT Security Plan. IT System Security Plans shall be written in accordance with NASA FAR Supplement 1852.204-76 (as modified by NASA Procurement Information Circular 08-09, dated May 1, 2008) and NIST SP 800-18, and following the process defined in NIST SP 800-37. It shall address all the required security controls defined in the latest

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revision of the NIST SP 800-53 based upon the security categorization (per FIPS 199) and ITS-HBK-2810.03-02, Planning: Information System Security Plan Template, Requirements, Guidance and Examples.

1. Risk Assessment: The Contractor shall provide updated risk assessments for IT systems as per ITS-HBK-2810.04-01A, “Security Categorization, Risk Assessment, Vulnerability Scanning, Expedited Patching, & Organizationally Defined Values”, and NIST 800-30. The IT Risk Assessment report shall be written in accordance with NASA FAR Supplement 1852.204-76 (as modified by NASA Procurement Information Circular 08-09, dated May 1, 2008) and following the guidelines of NIST SP 800-30

2. Self-Assessment: The Contractor shall provide a self-assessment as defined by NIST SP 800-53A

3. Contingency Plan: The Contractor shall provide an IT Contingency Plan in accordance with ITS-HBK 2810.08-01, “Contingency Planning”, ITS-HBK 2810.08-02, “Contingency Planning: Guidance and Templates for Plan Development, Maintenance, and Test”, NASA FAR Supplement 1852.204-76 and following the guidelines of NIST SP 800-34.

4. The Contractor shall map types of information and IT systems to security categories as per ITS-HBK 2810.02-02, “Security Assessment and Authorization: FIPS 199 Moderate and High Systems”, ITS-HBK 2810.02-03, “Security Assessment and Authorization: FIPS 199 Low Systems”, ITS-SOP-0019B, FIPS-PUB-199 and NIST 800-60 (Volumes 1 and 2).

5. The Contractor shall provide updated and maintained Security Plans and a Plan of Actions and Milestones (POA&M) for IT systems as ITS-HBK 2810.02-08, “Security Assessment and Authorization: Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M)”, ITS-SOP-0032 and NIST 800-18 Rev 1, assessing security controls as per NIST 800-53A.

6. The Contractor shall provide a summary report on periodic performance of technical assessment, security testing and continuous monitoring of IT systems as per ITS‐HBK 2810.02‐04, “Security Assessment and Authorization: Continuous Monitoring, Annual Security Control Assessments”, and NITR 2810-12.

7. The Contractor shall provide a summary report on disaster recovery, business impact analysis, contingency, and continuity of operations planning and testing performance for IT systems as per NITR 2810-15.

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8. The Contractor shall follow the instructions in ITS-HBK 2810.02-05, “Security Assessment and Authorization: External Information Systems”, and ITS-SOP-0033 for any external systems that are managed under this contract.

E. The Contractor shall gather inventory data, patch data and vulnerability data for all systems not on the Type1 Network and coordinate uploading into the IT Security Enterprise Data Warehouse (ITSEC-EDW), monthly.

F. The Contractor shall perform Vulnerability Remediation, Patch Management and reporting per NASA IT Security Handbook ITS-HBK_2810_04-01_A, “Risk Assessment: Security Categorization, Risk Assessment, Vulnerability Scanning, Expedited Patching, & Organizationally Defined Values”. The contractor shall apply patches or obtain waivers for all Type 2 systems. The Contractor shall document all patching processes in the IT Security Plan..

G. Contractor System Administrators, Information System Security Owner ISSOs, and users with elevated privilege requirements shall have proper certifications and training per NASA IT Security Handbook ITS-HBK-0002 “Roles and Responsibilities Crosswalk”, including the additional referenced IT Security handbooks.

H. The Contractor shall obtain and install Anti-malware, NASA Inventory Tracking and DAR software on all Type 2 hardware that can support this software per NASA policies.

I. The Contractor shall track use of Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and eliminate the use of social security numbers. The Contractor shall support breach response activities in the event of a suspected or actual security breach affecting PII.

J. The Contractor shall follow IRD governance processes when exercising system network integration, firewall rule sets, decommissioning, excessing, etc. IRD governance processes are handled by JSC/Agency Boards.

K. The Contractor shall ensure 100% TEST2 employee compliance for annual NASA IT Security Training 30 days prior to agency deadline. The WSTF IT Security Manager will inform the contractor the annual due date 90 days prior to the agency deadline.

L. IT Security reference documents:

1. OMB circular A-130, App. III, “Security of Federal Automated Information Resources”

2. FAR 52.204-2

3. Export Administration Regulations (EAR)

4. Arms Export Control Act (AECA)

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5. Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA)

6. Health Insurance Portability Act (HIPA)

7. NIST Special Publication 800-18 “Guide for Developing Security Plans”

8. FIPS 200, “Minimum Security Requirements for Federal Information and Information Systems”

9. FIPS 199, “Standards for Security Categorization of Federal Information and Information Systems”

10.NFS 1852.204-76, “Security Requirements for Unclassified Information Technology Resources” (May 2007) (as modified by NASA Procurement Information Circular 08-09, dated May 1, 2008)

11.NIST SP 800-18, “Guide for Developing Security Plans for Federal Information Systems”

12.NIST SP 800-30, “Risk Management Guide for Information Technology Systems”

13.NIST SP 800-34, “Contingency Planning Guide for Information Technology Systems”

14.NIST SP 800-61, “Computer Security Incident Handling Guide”

15.NIST SP 800-37, “Guide for the Security Certification and Accreditation of Federal Information Systems”

16.NIST SP 800-53, “Recommended Security Controls for Federal Information Systems”

17.NIST SP 800-53A, “Draft Guide for accessing the Security Controls in Federal Information Systems”

18.NASA IT Security Handbooks

5.0 Facility and Test Systems Maintenance and Operations

The activities that are described in this section are applicable to a number of different aspects of this PWS. These activities include the design, fabrication, construction, operation, upgrade and maintenance of facility infrastructure, test facility infrastructure and test systems, as well as equipment used to support WSTF’s test and enabling capabilities. The design, fabrication and construction activities apply to both new and existing systems. Operation, modification and maintenance activities apply to existing systems. Each of these require the application of various engineering, science and trade disciplines that the contractor is required to provide (as on-site or subcontracted labor) to WSTF under the scope of this PWS.

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These disciplines include but are not limited to the following:

Mechanical engineering Sheet metal fabrication Civil engineering Concrete structure fabrication Electrical engineering Masonry Chemical engineering HVAC technologist Chemistry Electronic engineering Physics Heavy equipment operation Materials science Electronics technologist Plumbing Aerospace engineering Electrician Drafting Welding Programming Machining

Additionally, other skills are necessary for the successful performance of these activities, including but not limited to project management, procurement, contracting and database administration and development.

The following paragraphs provide examples of infrastructure, systems and equipment in place at WSTF and also clarify the terms used in the first paragraph of this section.

Facility infrastructure includes but is not limited to items such as roads, building , the potable water distribution system (including, but not limited to well sites, boosters, storage tanks, piping and valve pits), the natural gas distribution system, gravity drain and forced main sewage piping, sewage lift stations and septic systems, roofing systems, Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems, and the power distribution system.

Test facility infrastructure includes but is not limited to items such as the site wide nitrogen and breathing air distribution systems; high pressure oxygen distribution systems in the 250 and 800 areas; helium distribution systems in the 200, 250, 300, 400 and 800 areas; hypergolic propellant distribution systems; chemistry laboratory, metallurgical laboratory, and MDA fumehoods/instruments/equipment; pressure and vacuum calibration systems in the 200 area; Class 100 and 10,000 cleanrooms in the 200 area; hydrostat and pneumostat pressurization systems in the 200 area; machine shop equipment in the 100 area; and hypergolic propellant storage systems in the 500 area.

Test systems include but are not limited to items such as the various propulsion test stands in the 300 and 400 areas; oxygen and hydrogen high flow test capabilities in the 250 area; space environmental simulation chambers in the 200 area; blast and fragmentation test system in the 700 area; COPV stress rupture, hypergolic test, and oxygen pneumatic impact test systems in the 800 area.

Where applicable, systems shall be compliant with Process Safety Management as described in WSI 25-SW-0005 “Process Safety Management of Highly

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Hazardous Chemicals,” and 29 CFR 1910.119 “Process Safety Management of Highly Hazardous Chemicals.”

Emergency power generators, excavation equipment, cranes, forklifts, and trucks are examples of equipment that shall be maintained in order to support WSTF’s operation.

The contractor is obligated to abide by the processes that are in place for configuration management and control as well as for work authorization for all aspects of the work described in the following subsections. Projects shall be performed as a project in accordance with the MSM and the guidelines provided in Attachment L-9, “Project Work Guidelines.”

The implementation of the activities described in this section will be done using IDIQ task order that can either be fixed price or cost reimbursable dependent upon the nature of the work to be done. New construction or modification activities will typically be managed as projects.

5.1 New Fabrication and Construction

The contractor responsibilities for new facility or system construction vary slightly depending upon the Government’s contracting methodology that is used. All construction tasks will comply with Davis-Bacon Act for wage determination, where applicable. Sections 5.1.1 and 5.1.2 describe these responsibilities.

5.1.1 Construction Management

A. Perform Construction Management services for construction performed under separate NASA construction contracts. Contractor support of this activity will be funded under either a cost reimbursable or fixed price task order.

B. The contractor shall provide for the supervision, inspection, and engineering services (SIES) for the construction work being performed by an off-site contractor(s) to repair upgrade and construct facility and test infrastructure. Monitor construction progress and ensure the construction is meeting the specifications, and report all problems related to schedule or quality to identified Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). Ensure that the Contractor complies with the defined statement of work, specifications, and drawings included in the construction contract. Assist the COR in interpreting technical requirements of the Contract scope of work and specifications. Recommend to the COR if submitted invoices should be approved for payment based upon the percentage of completeness of the job. Assist the COR with the pre-proposal conference and perform/oversee the conveyance of project requirements and worksite location. During construction, coordinate with NASA organizations involved in the project implementation or affected by the construction efforts to

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minimize impact to site personnel and coordinate and schedule system outages required for construction activities. After completion of the work, notify the COR when the Contractor has met all terms of the contract including the completion of final punch lists.

5.1.2 General Contractor

A. Perform General Contractor services for construction Task Orders submitted by NASA to the TEST2 Contractor. Portions of the work can be subcontracted as appropriate with respect to the capabilities and experience of the existing workforce or workload of onsite resources as well as concurrent WSTF infrastructure and programmatic support requirements.

B. Establish methods and processes to quickly respond to fluctuating levels of construction work using subcontractors once a Task Order is approved.

5.1.3 Architectural/Engineering (A-E) and Design Engineering Services

A. The Contractor may be requested in IDIQ task orders to provide Architectural/Engineering and test system design services to perform engineering studies, conceptual designs, preliminary cost estimates, final designs, construction scheduling, engineering calculations and analyses, cost estimates, construction specifications, and to participate in design reviews and construction follow-on services, including submittal reviews, during and after construction. These services shall include but not be limited to civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, Utility Control Systems (UCS), environmental engineering, specification writing, and site surveys. The design of unique test and evaluation equipment will be required under this contract.

B. The general scope of services may include the turn-key preparation of conceptual designs, studies, development of projects scope, basis of need and cost estimate documentation, architectural/engineering services and other energy conservation and sustainability initiatives required by the Government for the design of new facilities and for the alteration, modification, and rehabilitation of existing facilities. Design projects shall be performed as a project in accordance with the MSM and the guidelines provided in Attachment L-9, “Project Work Guidelines.”

C. All designs shall be coordinated with the site Safety, Environmental, Fire Safety and other cognizant offices to ensure each design meets all applicable codes, regulations and Government requirements. Facility infrastructure related services shall be provided in accordance with the most recent version of the NASA Procedural Requirement NPR 8820.2, Facility Project Requirements.

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5.1.4 Excavation Permits and Underground Utility Locating

A. The Contractor shall obtain a digging permit for all excavations or anything that penetrates the existing surface in accordance with WSP 24-0005, “Excavation.” Prior to excavation at any location on the WSTF, the Contractor shall complete the WSTF Form 289, “Permit to Excavate.” If any excavation is performed by offsite contractor(s), the WSTF entity responsible for contracting/coordinating the effort is responsible for ensuring compliance with WSP 24-0005. All excavation activities shall immediately halt if undocumented utilities are discovered and shall notify the cognizant NASA Project Manager and NASA Facility Engineering Office Chief. Likewise, if previously unidentified archaeological resources or unanticipated effects to archaeological resources are discovered, notify both the NASA and WSTF environmental services managers of the discovery, and ensure that no unauthorized personnel have access to the site and no further work is done in the area of discovery until NASA/WSTF has complied with all legal requirements.

B. The Contractor shall fully support the excavation permit process by reviewing all area drawings, drawing change notices (DCNs), sketches, Geographic Information System (GIS) data and using underground utility locating equipment in the field to identify underground utilities. These shall be visually marked with paint or flagging. The permit process requires the coordination and concurrence of all potentially affected stakeholders (including representatives for communications, contractor environmental, NASA and contractor facilities and occasionally representatives from ADF and/or WSC). Utilize GPS to capture the installation of all underground utilities during while trenches are open and utilities are exposed. The Contractor shall copy GPS data to electronic master utility drawings maintained in the GIS.

5.2 Modification

A. Support a wide range of system and process development and upgrade activities to facility infrastructure, test facility infrastructure and test systems. The complexity of these types of projects can be as simple as modifying an existing system to accommodate a new test requirement or as complex as designing and modifying an existing system to accommodate a new capability. All facility modifications and construction will rely on the close coordination with various groups for definition of requirements and services.

B. Support facility modernization and improvements from planning through implementation. Planning may include research, design, documentation, cost estimating and prioritizing facility upgrade

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concepts. Upgrades shall be handled as projects and detailed on Task Orders once approved and funded.

5.3 Maintenance and Repair

5.3.1 General requirements

A. Maintain, and manage facilities, systems, and critical processes defined in subsequent paragraphs and listed in DRD-TEST2-MO-02 (Maintenance and Operations (M&O)-Status Reporting and Work Plans) and Attachment J.21 (List of Installation Accountable Property). The Project Work Guidelines in Attachment L-9 are incorporated for all maintenance activities.

B. The TEST2 Contractor shall take full responsibility for any systems or functions they are assigned which includes all necessary planning, engineering, configuration control, operations, maintenance, and management. The Contractor is an integral member of a Test Team with the Government and is expected to be a champion on issues related to test capabilities discussed in Section 3 of this PWS. The Contractor shall make the most efficient use of workforce resources, including cross-utilization of resources between the different facility and test areas, ensuring that personnel possess the necessary certifications and training for performing the work.

C. Maintenance and repair work shall be coordinated with area representatives and may occasionally need to be performed outside of normal working hours to minimize disruption of ongoing area activities.

5.3.2 Maintenance ProgramA. Maintain systems and facilities at readiness levels agreed upon with

the Government. The readiness level may be at a “ready to operate” state where the system or facility is fully ready for use, or may be at a “standby” state where there may be some amount of work to get the facility ready, or may be at a “mothballed” state where the facility will require a significant amount of work to be ready.

B. Implement a comprehensive and integrated maintenance program that encompasses and utilizes the appropriate maintenance models (preventive, predictive, reliability centered, corrective) to efficiently provide system availability. Provide this comprehensive maintenance program in accordance with applicable codes, OEM instructions, NASA requirements, and good engineering practice. Maintenance activities shall be closely coordinated with test operations in order to ensure minimal impacts to test operations.

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C. Maintain and continue existing service contracts. Provide service contracts for equipment as needed. Typically, “blanket” purchase agreements have been used for this type of service contract.

D. Utilize and maintain data within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for WSTF for non-pressure vessel system items (which includes supporting other site contractors) in the Government provided NASA standard CMMS, IBM’s Maximo software (reference PWS Section 4.13, Type 1 Applications). Utilize and maintain the in-house developed pressure vessel system database for tracking PV/S system maintenance requirements and activities. This requirement is the subject of section 6.3 as well. Historically, WSTF has tracked maintenance in several separate databases. It is the NASA’s goal to reduce the number of separate tracking systems to a single tracking system utilizing Maximo. During the performance of TEST2, the Government will continue this effort utilizing IDIQ task orders.

E. Prepare and maintain appropriate maintenance procedures based on the type of maintenance model employed.

F. Generate and maintain work instructions for routine or repetitive maintenance and operations tasks in order to ensure that tasks are repeatable and to improve cost effectiveness.

G. Implement and maintain preventive, test, and inspection technology for site maintenance programs. Perform system inspections, identify deficiencies, and implement corrective actions for deficiencies.

H. Develop a long range Programmed Maintenance Plan. Present plan to NASA on a semi-annual basis for consideration into the Modification, Construction, Rehabilitation, and Repair (MCRR) and Construction of Facilities (CoF) programs.

I. Negotiate and schedule critical system maintenance down periods with all stakeholders and respective NASA TMR to minimized disruption of activities. Perform scheduled refurbishment, overhaul of systems and equipment, planned obsolescence, and replacement of assemblies to minimize the impact on WSTF test projects.

J. Identify discrepancies in drawings, geographic information system (GIS) and other configuration control and baseline documentation. Implement approved changes and corrections.

K. Identify and document in CMMS or an electronic form or database, approved by the TMR, all necessary system inspections, repairs and modifications. Information in the database shall include but not be limited to system description, key equipment descriptions, area, building, system, cost, status, priority, and need date. Report maintenance data per DRD-TEST2-MO-01, “Maintenance, Operations and Repair Plan.”

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5.3.3 Outages

A. Schedule and coordinate all requested service outages with WSTF users and WSTF customers, including WSC, ADF-SW, and commercial power suppliers, as applicable to the service(s) being taken out. Minimize customer impacts due to planned outages through active scheduling with all affected, verification of switching and isolation procedures, issuing and tracking outage requests for planned work, and implementing the use of alternates (e.g., generators, electrical heaters, portable pressurant supplies, etc.).

B. The Contractor shall respond to unscheduled utility outages 24 hours per day, 7 days a week. The Contractor shall notify the WSTF Maintenance and Operations Manager within 30-minutes of an unscheduled utility outage during normal business hours and within 2-hours of an outage occurring after normal hours of operation.

C. Restore service following maintenance or repair activities. Report all service outage information to the TMR within 1 hour, and all affected WSTF users and WSTF customers no later than the beginning of the next working day. Include cause, status of the maintenance or repair activity, estimated time to restore the service, system or utility to operations, and any other pertinent facts.

5.3.4 Critical Spares

A. Generate and maintain a critical spares list for NASA approval and maintain a critical spares inventory per DRD-TEST2-MO-03, “Critical Spares Inventory Report,” or per an IDIQ task order requirements.

B. Maintain an electronic data base for tracking critical spares that can be queried on the WSTF local area network (LAN) and sorted by quantities, location, minimum levels, cost, and persons authorized to remove stock.

5.3.5 Repairs

A. Perform scheduled repairs to all test, facility and utility infrastructure systems. Generate repair procedures, procure parts, perform the repair, and document the work performed. Coordinate all repairs with all WSTF users and WSTF customers, including WSC, ADF-SW, and commercial power supplier. Ensure repaired system continues to perform intended function by performing baseline tests.

B. Track all individual repairs and total repair costs by incident, equipment number, labor hours, and material costs. Update CMMS within 2 working days after task completed.

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C. Immediately mitigate unsafe conditions that have or could have resulted in an injury, accident, or present a threat to human health, then schedule and complete required repairs.

D. Repairs requiring excavation will comply with requirements detailed in Section 5.1.4, Excavation Permits and Underground Utility Locating.

E. Implement a 5-year Work Plan in accordance with NPR 8831.2, ”Facilities Maintenance and Operations Management,” for all facilities, structures, and equipment (utilizing the real property database and CMMS/Maximo).

5.4 Operations

5.4.1 General requirements

A. Operate, and manage facilities, systems, and critical processes defined in subsequent paragraphs and listed in DRD-TEST2-MO-02 (Maintenance and Operations (M&O)-Status Reporting and Work Plans), Attachment J-23, “Pressure Systems Information”, and Attachment J-21, “List of Installation Accountable Property.” The Project Work Guidelines in Attachment L-9 are incorporated for all maintenance activities.

B. The TEST2 Contractor shall take full responsibility for any systems or functions they are assigned which includes all necessary planning, engineering, configuration control, operations, maintenance, and management. The Contractor is an integral member of a Test Team with the Government and is expected to be a champion on issues related to test capabilities discussed in section 3 of this PWS. Contractor shall make the most efficient use of workforce resources, including cross-utilization of resources between the different facility and test areas, ensuring that personnel possess the necessary certifications and training for performing the work.

C. Operations may be performed outside normal shifts.

5.4.2 Meter Readings

A. Maintain a data base or an electronic file of all service meters and monthly meter readings. Meter readings shall be collected, recorded, filed, and posted on the WSTF LAN in a format that can be accessed by NASA (and does not require re-entry/re-keying of the data in order to do analysis) and provides historical and trending data. 100% of all meter readings are recorded on or around the 23rd of each month and posted by the 5th of the following month.

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B. Include in the database or electronic file all HVAC electrical power meters, water meters, natural gas and monthly meter readings. Also include cooling towers and boiler blowdown and supply meters.

5.4.3 Commodity Management (including propellants)

A. Manage and coordinate propellant and pressurant requirements and logistics. Provide integrated, long-range forecasting, ordering, coordination of delivery, transport scheduling, certification, acceptance, storage, and distribution of commodities, including vehicle fuel, propellants, and pressurants. The frequency of forecasting and tracking may vary depending on the commodity. Ensure the required quantity and quality of commodities is available at each facility.

B. This effort requires close coordination with NASA, other NASA centers, and other NASA support Contractors. Submit reports of forecasted propellants requirements and propellants and pressurants usage.

C. The commodities involved are: hydrazine, monomethylhydrazine (MMH), dinitrogen tetroxide, liquid and gaseous oxygen, liquid and gaseous hydrogen, liquid and gaseous nitrogen, air, gaseous helium, gasoline, diesel, propane, and E85.

5.5 Specific Systems

The systems described in this section are not inclusive of all the systems used at the WSTF. The following sections provide examples of the types, sizes and criticality of the systems that operate at the WSTF.

5.5.1 Site Infrastructure Systems

A. Operate and maintain electrical distribution and utilization systems, including 24.9/14.4-kilovolt (kV), 480/277 and 120/208-volt distribution, including associated controls - 28-120 VDC and 50 VAC.

B. Operate and maintain potable water systems and all related operations and sustaining services to the WSTF. Maintain a continuous supply of water to all WSTF, WSC, and ADF-SW users with a minimum of 16-feet of level in the WSTF Storage tank, or higher, as dictated by test, firefighting activities, or customer requirements. Ensure that the WSTF water system meets New Mexico Environmental Department (NMED) requirements (through the WSTF environmental services contractor) and is approved for operation. Operate in accordance with good engineering practices and all applicable Federal and State drinking water requirements.

C. Operate and Maintain all sewer system and sewage treatment operations and sustaining services. Maintain NMED approval (through the WSTF environmental services contractor)) for operation of the WSTF waste water system. Maintain applicable approvals (in coordination with the WSTF environmental services contractor)) for the new sewer system.

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D. Operate and maintain all natural gas systems and all related operations and sustaining services. Notify the TMR of any leaks and initiate immediate corrective action.

E. Operate and maintain building systems. Building systems include electrical, HVAC, potable water, sewer and drains, mechanical, structural, roofing and roofing drains, wall surfaces (interior/exterior), natural gas, stairways (interior/exterior), lighting (interior and exterior), lightning protection and grounding, and personnel restraining and other Life Safety Systems. Other structures may include but are not limited to fences, elevators, special use doors, loading docks, storage yards, pathways, and canopies. Maintain required environmental conditions (including but not limited to humidity, temperature) in all facilities.

F. The contractor shall utilize, upgrade, maintain and operate the Energy Management Control System (EMCS) to provide energy conservation and management consistent with guidelines in NPR 8570.1 NASA Energy Management Program to ensure energy conservation requirements are met. Review and recommend operational guidelines of the EMCS to ensure energy conservation measures are implemented in order to meet the Federal Energy Reduction goals. Operate the site EMCS to ensure efficient and effective control of building utility functions.

G. The contractor shall operate, upgrade and maintain all WSTF energy metering and monitoring systems (electrical, water, natural gas, fuels, etc.) including components, firm and software, servers and interconnections.

H. Operate, maintain, and sustain life safety, safety shutdown, and annunciation systems, for WSTF and WSTF users and customers (WSC and ADF-SW), and the B104 Dispatch Center to ensure no negative impact to life safety, WSTF or customer missions. Life Safety Systems include Fire Alarm and Detection, Fire Suppression, Emergency Egress Lighting, Eyewashes and Showers, and Water Level Monitors. Contingencies shall be planned and in place in event of loss of one or more life safety systems. Contingency plans shall be activated within 1-hour of loss of one or more emergency notification or communication systems

I. Provide all operations and sustaining services to all roads, road shoulders, parking areas, and boundary fences for WSTF users and customers, WSC, and ADF-SW. All roads and parking lots are restored within 1-hour during normal working hours and within 4-hours at all other times following problems.

J. Maintain the primary roads (including but not limited to NASA Road, access to the White Sands Complex (WSC) Facilities including the White Sands Ground Terminal (WSGT) and the Second Tracking Data Relay Satellite System (TDRSS) Ground Terminal [STGT] ADF-SW Gate Turn-in, Apollo Blvd., 200 Loop, Road L, 272 Road, well road) such that they are always passable by common privately owned vehicle (POV). Primary

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roads shall be made passable within 4-hours of the identification of the need for or request for clearing (includes holidays, weekends and after normal working hours).

K. Keep all shoulders free of erosion to allow safe emergency shoulder access.

L. Maintain Emergency egress roads such that they are always passable by common POV. Emergency egress roads are made passable within 3 calendar days of identification or request to clear or made passable by POV within 2-hours in the event of emergency need to egress WSTF, ADF-SW, or WSC.

M. Maintain perimeter roads such that they are made passable for security and firefighting use. Perimeter Roads are made passable within 3-days of identification for need or request for clearing.

N. Maintain Primary Parking areas (STGT, WSGT, ADF-SW, 100 Area, 200 Areas, 300 Areas, and 400 Areas) and Secondary Parking areas such that they are made passable for common POV use. Primary Parking areas are made passable within 4-hours of the identification for need or request for clearing. Secondary Parking areas are made passable within 5-working days following the identification of the need or request for clearing.

O. Maintain cafeteria equipment. Perform special cleaning of cafeteria outdoor patio (including but not limited to removal of sand and debris, washing). Pump and clean grease traps in food preparation areas. Maintain cafeteria food service fixtures and equipment (including but not limited to tables, chairs, ovens, coolers, freezers). Maintain the kitchen exhaust vents and fire suppression system.

P. Maintain and operate fuel dispensing system. System consists of two fuel dispensers, two submersible pumps, two fuel tanks, one fuel leak detector and level indicator, one electronic card swipe authorization system, and associated piping and control cables. Notify NASA for replenishment of fuels to ensure sufficient fuel(s) for the WSTF and WSC vehicle fleet. Perform leak detection tests. Maintain NMED approval (in coordination with ECO or its successor contract) for underground storage tanks. (Note: it is the intent of the Government to replace below ground storage tanks with above ground fuel dispensing stations, upon which time the contractor will become responsible for all associated operations and maintenance.)

Q. Maintain the site vehicle weigh scale equipment and ensure that it is certified and functional at all times.

R. Maintain the facility paint booth and ensure that it is certified and periodically tested.

S. Operate and maintain the compressed air system in the NHB and throughout the 200 Complex of buildings.

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T. Other NASA IT Contractors operate and maintain the WSTF NASA IPTV and satellite television receiving and signal distribution systems. However installation of related hardware can be a TEST2 IDIQ task order requirement.

U. Maintain all solar parking structures in 100 Area Main Parking Lot, near Building 108 and the Forward Gate and related electrical controls in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations. It is the intention of NASA to install a larger solar farm in the 650 area. Upon completion of construction and termination of any warranty and service agreements on the new system, the contractor will be tasked with maintaining those structures and control systems.

5.5.2 IT Systems, Applications and Databases

There are two types of Information Technology (IT) resources at WSTF. Type 1 resources are provided and managed through separate NASA contracts, but are utilized by the TEST2 contract. Type 2 resources are provided and managed by the TEST2 contract. There are many interfaces between the TEST2 Contractor and both Type 1 and Type 2 IT resources (reference PWS Section 4.13).

The following systems, applications and databases will require support from the TEST2 contractor:

A. IT Systems - Development and maintenance of IT Security Plans is required for the following contractor-managed systems, as defined in Section 4.13.7 IT Security.

Propulsion Data Acquisition and Control Systems Materials and Components Laboratory Data Acquisition and

Control Systems Emergency Communication System Facility Management System General Office Automation

B. Databases - Numerous Access and SQL databases are used to support operations and activities across the TEST2 contract. These databases support tracking of work tickets, local documents, components, testing results, metrics, maintenance, and other various functions. In general, these databases are developed by the NASA IT contractor, but some are locally developed and maintained by TEST2 contractors, based on need. Examples of these databases are listed below:

Facility Baseline Documentation System

Pressure Systems Database

Emergency Accountability

System *

Visitor Database * Management System Manual * Internal and External Web Pages * SIMS Database * Close Call Database *

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Fuel Tracking System

(* indicates that TEST2 is responsible for collecting and entering the data and the NASA IT contractor will develop the applications)

C. Commercial Applications - TEST2 contractor shall maintain a working knowledge of existing commercial applications to ensure the ability to maintain, use and enter data. In addition, any renewal requirement, transitions or upgrades shall be performed through cost reimbursable IDIQ task orders. Examples of these applications are listed below:

Computerized Maintenance Management System (Maximo) * Geographic Information System (ArcGIS) * SharePoint * AutoCad / ProE FireWorks (site wide fire alarm system)

(* indicates that TEST2 is responsible for collecting and entering the data and the NASA IT contractor will develop the applications)

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5.5.3 Propellant Storage and Distribution Systems

Operate and maintain the hypergolic, cryogenic, and all other propellant receiving, storage, and delivery systems. This shall include offloading commodities from delivery trucks into storage at all test facilities. This does not include operation of transport trailer valves.

5.5.4 High Pressure Gas Systems

Operate and maintain the high-pressure gas systems used to generate and distribute high-pressure gases throughout the facilities. This includes the pump units, distribution lines with associated components, tube bank trailers and remote gas storage bottles and equipment. Breathing and compressed air are two gases that are produced on site. Helium is shipped to the site in bulk and transferred to storage tanks that are found in various locations. Hydrogen, oxygen and nitrogen are shipped to the site in cryogenic form (see below) and converted to high pressure gaseous form.

5.5.5 Cryogenic Fluid Systems

Operate and maintain the cryogenic fluid distribution systems throughout the facilities. This includes the bulk storage tanks (both stationary and portable), recharger pump and vaporizers. The cryogenic fluids used at the WSTF consist primarily of liquid oxygen, nitrogen and hydrogen.

5.5.6 Backup Electrical Systems

Operate and maintain the emergency power generators, battery/inverter systems, and uninterruptible power systems (including 28VDC, 480/277 and 120/240 VAC systems), including the electrical distribution system within the facility to insure backup power as necessary. The emergency generation systems consist of diesel-driven generators and associated switchgear, controls, and instrumentation. Detailed coordination with test operations is required in performance of these functions. In cooperation with the WSTF environmental services contractor, maintain applicable NMED approvals for emergency power generators.

5.5.7 Environmental Systems

Operate and maintain the various systems used for transport, storage and disposal of environmentally regulated wastes or systems that are otherwise governed by environmental regulations in accordance with site policies, federal regulations and state environmental permits. These include but are not limited to drain lines, hazardous waste storage tanks, satellite storage areas, less than 90-day storage areas, the fuel treatment unit, and oxidizer flares, sewage lagoons, regulated underground and above ground petroleum storage tanks, oil/water separators and drinking water systems. The operation and maintenance of these systems is done in cooperation with the site environmental services contractor.

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6.0 Safety and Mission Assurance

Safety and Mission Assurance (S&MA) occupies a unique position at WSTF, in that the NASA S&MA Office provides third party, independent review of WSTF operations in the areas of quality, safety, reliability, and maintainability. Quality at WSTF means ensuring the products conform to the requirements. Safety includes protecting personnel, the environment, hardware, and facilities. The aerospace testing hazards are unique and must be considered in addition to general industrial hazards. High reliability and maintainability is required in a broad spectrum of activities including pressure system management, maintenance management, and component-level through system-level design. The range of systems includes facility infrastructure, test infrastructure and systems, ground support equipment, test hardware, and flight hardware.

Conduct and maintain a comprehensive program of S&MA in order to provide world-class test capability and a safe working environment. Provide safety and quality support for the entire WSTF operation, including other contracts operating at WSTF.

6.1 Safety

The work described in Section 6.1 will be Firm Fixed Price Baseline unless otherwise noted.The Safety Program at the WSTF contains numerous aspects that have distributed responsibility and which by their nature have to be implemented by activity or by functional area. The aspects described below, which because of the need for independent accountability, are associated with an organizational entity that has specific responsibility for certain aspects of the safety program. The contractor is required to adhere to the requirements of the WSTF Safety Program throughout all aspects of the performance work statement (PWS) and is specifically responsible for the implementation of the aspects of the program described in the following subsections. These aspects are part of the fixed price baseline scope of this contract and are evident in this PWS by means of a description that contains quantifiable work. The aspects that are not quantifiable are implemented as requirements that are potentially applicable to work that is authorized by fixed price or cost reimbursable task orders or by other fixed price baseline requirements.

6.1.1 OSHA Voluntary Protection Program (VPP)

A. Support yearly VPP audits and address findings from the audits. Audits and findings typically take 40 hours of support each year. The OSHA VPP is a company based compliance and safety program. A number of the WSTF support Contractors and the NASA Team are rated at the VPP Star level. While certification to the VPP Star level is encouraged it is not required; however, the TEST2 Contractor’s safety program shall be consistent with VPP Star certification requirements.

B. Ensure availability of employees to serve on the employee safety committee (Keystone Committee) for weekly meetings and support activities of the Keystone Committee such as Total Safety and Health Day and awareness

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campaigns per the VPP requirements for employee participation. The activities of the Keystone Committee are described in WSI 25-SW-0047.

C. Ensure availability of employees to serve as members of the departmental safety working teams per the VPP requirements for employee participation. This activity is funded by each of the department/offices using IDIQ task orders.

6.1.2 Evacuation Coordinators

Provide Evacuation Coordinator Program training. Approximately 5 one-hour training sessions are provided each year in accordance with the fire safety program described in WSP 25-0003.

6.1.3 Occupational/Industrial Safety

A. Provide Institutional Safety services to include hazard identification and assessment of all WSTF activities, recommending the means for mitigating identified hazards, monitoring of hazard controls, and recording and analyzing accidents/close calls and associated trends for all WSTF resident contractors. The Industrial Hygienist (IH) supports test and industrial safety across WSTF on a daily basis. These include performing sound surveys, air samples, ergonomic assessments, field and workplace surveys, analyzing data, coordinating close call activities, PPE reviews and exposure evaluations.

B. Provide safety oversight of construction projects, including construction performed by other contractors. Support the NASA S&MAO review of safety plans submitted by other contractors for adequacy and compliance to requirements.

C. Integrate all Institutional Safety aspects of WSTF activities to assure a consistent and positive Safety & Health Culture is maintained throughout WSTF. This is accomplished through visible management commitment, employee involvement, safety reviews. Consultations and inspections are performed by safety professionals to reduce evident hazards and improve workplace safety practices.

D. Provide Occupational/Industrial Safety services to record and analyze WSTF accident frequency and severity in accordance with 29 CFR Part 1904 “Occupational Injury and Illness Recording and Reporting Requirements”, 1910 “Occupational Safety and Health Standards”, and NASA requirements, for this contract and all other WSTF based contracts. WSTF workplaces shall be reviewed for compliance to 29 CFR 1910, 29 CFR 1926, 29 CFR 1960, and NASA JSC/WSTF safety and health policy as defined in JPR 1700.1 “JSC Safety and Health Handbook”, MSM Section 4.2.1.7 “Safety”, and WSTF 25 series documents. Typical support required is 5 hours per month.

E. Conduct annual safety and health professional (29 CFR 1960.2(s)) inspections of each area of operation at WSTF. Inspection findings will be submitted to the NASA Safety Officer and reviewed for entry in the

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appropriate WSTF tracking database. Approximately 30 hours per month is spent supporting this requirement.

F. Perform additional safety surveillance and employee awareness training for any areas experiencing excessive accident frequency rates above the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) product classification 541712 averages to reduce evident hazards and improve workplace safety practices. New safety initiatives and approaches may be required to address problem areas. Coordinate all new initiatives with the NASA Safety Office. Approximately 2 to 4 hours per month is spent supporting the surveillance activities.

G. Maintain all assigned work areas, including vehicles, storage areas, test areas, and field job sites, in a clean, neat, and orderly condition at all times, free from accumulations of waste materials. Remove all rubbish and waste materials to appropriate containers for recycling and/or pick-up by custodial staff. Store and maintain materials, tools, and equipment in the work area in a safe and orderly fashion.

H. Maintain accurate records of all accidents, injuries, occupational illness through OSHA Form 300 and damage to property, supplies, materials, or equipment due to mishap through NASA Form 1627, NASA Mishap Report. Supervisors are responsible for filling out certain sections of this form. Injury rates and supporting data shall be 100% accurate with respect to number of injuries and calculated rate.

I. Maintain a schedule for and perform a review of each OSHA required safety program (lockout/tagout, confined space, etc.) and workplace at WSTF in accordance with WSI 25-SW-0015 “Workplace Hazard Inspection, Control, and Reporting” and WSP 25-0002 “Safety Planning and Compliance.

J. Provide and implement a Safety and Health plan as required in 29 CFR “Labor”, NASA Procedural Requirements, (NPR) 8715.3 “NASA General Safety Program Requirements”, JSC Procedural Requirements (JPR) 1700.1 “JSC Safety and Health Handbook”, and WSP 25-0002 “Safety Planning and Compliance.” Reference DRD-TEST2-SQ-01, “Safety and Health Plan.”

K. Review new, proposed, or revised OSHA regulations for potential impact to WSTF operations and provide NASA and Contractor management, supervision, and personnel with OSHA and NASA safety requirements interpretations and implementation options in compliance with 29 CFR, NPR 8715.3, JPR 1700.1, and WSP 25-0002. A written advisory to NASA S&MA shall be provided at least 60 calendar days prior to regulatory implementation. On a monthly basis this effort requires approximately 20 hours.

L. Ensure mishap and close call data are collected, investigated, reported, compiled, analyzed, and distributed, and that resulting corrective actions are completed in accordance with WSI 25-SW-0009 “Mishap Notification, Investigation, and Recordkeeping”, the MSM Close Call Infrastructure Process, and NPR 8621.1 “NASA Procedural Requirements for Mishap and

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Close Call Reporting, investigating, and Recordkeeping”. Type A & B mishap notifications shall occur within 1 hour of the incident. Type C or less mishap notifications shall occur within 8 hours of the incident. Mishap corrective actions shall be implemented within 15 calendar days of the NASA accepted schedule.

M. Maintain and coordinate the WSTF Chemical Inventory and Hazard Communication Program. The existing Safety Data Sheet (SDS) database will be provided to the Contractor. The database contains a list of chemicals and their quantities, and provides access to the associated SDSs. Chemical inventory updated within 24 hours of arrival of hazardous material. 100% of SDSs shall be available to employees at the time of material use.

N. Provide Safety and Health Awareness Training to WSTF employees, visitors, and subcontractors. The safety and health training information shall be accurate with respect to latest regulations, NASA standards, and WSTF practices. Provide training to visitors and subcontractors within 2 hours of request or to meet negotiated project requirements.

O. Ensure availability of employees to perform the duties and fulfill the responsibilities of Health, Safety, and Environmental Facility Managers as described in WSP 25-0010 “Facility Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Managers.” Additionally, provide a HSE representative for each government facility where the Contractor is the predominant occupant or operator. Perform HSE duties, in coordination with a Civil Servant counterpart, including quarterly HSE safety inspections at all Contractor-occupied facilities.

P. When notified of safety alerts (including but not limited to GIDEP, Chemical Safety, JSC Safety), review for applicability, and provide appropriate response.

Q. Advise WSTF management, supervision, and personnel of recommendations to eliminate or control unsafe conditions and unsafe acts.

R. Review procurement requests, orders, specifications and related documents in accordance with MSM Section 3.4, WSI 06-SW-0002 “Critical Materials Procurement Initiation,” and safety and quality assurance provisions applicable to the specific procurement. The safety and quality assurance review shall ensure flight and critical materials are ordered to appropriate specifications with appropriate safety documentation.

S. Develop and maintain appropriate written and updated Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) for all TEST2 Contract activities. Review JHAs to ensure that hazards are appropriately addressed. Ensure an annual call for updates is issued and follow up to ensure JHAs are updated as requested.

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6.1.4 Test Operations Safety

Over-time Activities under this subsection will be paid for using IDIQ task orders.A. Identify and assess hazards and control methods associated with the design,

buildup, activation, and operation of systems supporting hazardous test, manufacture, or repair processes in accordance with WSP 03-0001 “Customer Agreement Review” and WSP 04-0001 “Design Control”. Safety elements to be considered during project planning and operations are stipulated in WSP 25-0002 “Safety Planning and Compliance” and JPR 1700.1 “JSC Safety and Health Handbook”.

B. Participate in System Safety (SSRs) and Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs) in accordance with the MSM Safety and Readiness Review Infrastructure Process, System Safety Analysis Review Infrastructure Process, WSI 04-SW-0003 “System Safety Analysis”, WSP 25-0002 “Safety Planning and Compliance”, WSI 25-SW-0032 “Job Hazard Analysis Instructions”, and WSTF customer agreements. Review hazard analysis, system safety analysis, and readiness information for appropriate identification of hazards and acceptability of associated controls.

C. Assess and document potential hazards, associated risks, and development of recommended remedial action in accordance with WSI 04-SW-0002 “Hazard Analysis.”

D. Assess and maintain systems compliant with Process Safety Management as described in WSI 25-SW-0005 “Process Safety Management of Highly Hazardous Chemicals,” and 29 CFR 1910.119 “Process Safety Management of Highly Hazardous Chemicals.”

6.1.5 Industrial Hygiene

The industrial hygienist shall be available to support test operations on a daily basis.

A. Assess potential health hazards in WSTF workplaces in accordance with OSHA monitoring and sampling requirements, perform industrial hygiene sample analysis, and provide reports detailing the results. Results shall be used to evaluate and recommend methods of controlling exposure to potentially harmful biological, radiological, chemical, and physical agent hazards in the workplace environment. Exposures shall be monitored and limitations shall be developed based on NPR 1800.1, NPD 8710.2, and American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH) guidelines adopted by the NASA Designated Agency Safety and Health Official. WSTF exposure limitations are contained in WSI 25-SW-0002. Coordinate with other WSTF IH personnel to ensure approach and results are valid and consistent with standard practices.

B. Perform surveillance activities and provide compliance recommendations for work tasks, advising personnel and supervisors on engineering controls, safe work practices, and personal protective equipment for the task. Workplace

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surveys shall include laser and radiation safety, Lifting Devices and Equipment (LDE), performing air sampling of hazardous chemicals handled or used; reviewing ergonomics, heat stress, lighting, noise, and engineering controls; reviewing chemical usage and handling procedures; and performing hazard analysis to ensure that appropriate personnel protective equipment is utilized. Coordinate workplace survey results with the WSTF occupational physician to assist in the occupational medical program. Provide written recommendations and options for compliance within 24 hours of observation.

Provide monitoring results to NASA Occupational Health and medical representatives within 5 working days of completion. All compliance-related observations and recommendations shall be accurate with respect to hazard observed and requirements cited.

C. When an immediate danger to life or health situation is identified, the contractor has the authority to stop unsafe acts, immediately render the situation as safe as possible, and ensure personnel are removed from the hazard. Provide immediate notification to project representatives and NASA S&MA of these hazards.

D. The contractor shall provide internal personnel with asbestos training or provide suitably trained subcontractors to abate and remediate any asbestos containing material (ACM) that causes a hazard to personnel or facilities. The contractor shall supply at least one suitably trained asbestos person to manage and oversee all internally performed asbestos remediation functions, and review/inspect asbestos tasks performed by offsite contractors. All activities shall be performed in accordance with WSP 25-0004, “Asbestos Program Management” and applicable requirements of JPR 1700.1 JSC Safety and Health Handbook, Part 12, “Asbestos.” Asbestos NESHAP notification to the NMED Air Quality Bureau will be completed by the NASA Environmental Office. Asbestos waste manifest documents will be signed by a representative of the NASA Environmental Office.

6.1.6 Ordnance

A. Provide an individual with experience and knowledge commensurate with the responsibilities of the WSTF Pyrotechnics Officer in accordance with WSP 25-0007, “WSTF Explosives, Propellants and Pyrotechnics (EP&P) Safety Program.” The Pyrotechnics Officer shall support all on-site projects and contracts requiring the use, storage, installation, initiation, or disposal of ordnance. This includes ensuring proper purchase, receipt and storage of all WSTF ordnance; performing inspection, maintenance and repair of the WSTF ordnance magazines and ordnance facility infrastructure; developing, reviewing, and maintaining ordnance procedures; providing required ordnance training to selected WSTF personnel and documenting completion, and performing all on-site disposal of waste explosives in accordance with WSI 25-SW-0014 “Ordnance Operations.” In addition, the disposal shall be in accordance with the RCRA operating permit number NM8800019434-1.

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B. Receive and issue ordnance, both internal to WSTF and material being shipped into or from WSTF. Manage the ordnance inventory for ongoing normal site needs and provide an ordnance inventory report per DRD-TEST2-SQ-03, “Ordnance Inventory Management Report.”

6.1.7 Radiation Safety

Approximately 100 hours per year is expended in this effort.

A. Provide and maintain a comprehensive Radiation Safety Program that covers all aspects of safety related to ionizing radiation, lasers, and radiofrequency.

B. Coordinate with the JSC Deputy Radiation Safety Officer and other members of the JSC Radiation Safety Committee as necessary. Perform self-audits to assess the program’s compliance with applicable standards and agency requirements.

C. Manage and oversee the Safety Program for ionizing radiation in accordance with JPR 1860, 29 CFR 1910.1096, and JPR 1700.1 Ch. 7.3. Safety Program shall cover processes, instructions, surveys, dosimetry, and training.

D. Manage and oversee the Safety Program for laser radiation in accordance with ANSI Z136.1, NPR 1800.1 Ch. 3.2, JPR 1700.1 Ch. 6.2, JPR 8080.5 G-26, and WSP 25-0008. Safety Program shall cover processes, instructions, inventory, medical records, and training.

E. Manage and oversee the Safety Program for radio frequency radiation in accordance with IEEE C95.1 and C95.3, and JPR 1700.1 Ch. 7.3. Safety Program shall cover processes, instructions, inventory, surveys, and training.

6.2 Quality

The work described in Section 6.2 will be Firm Fixed Price Baseline unless otherwise noted. Maintain compliance to the WSTF Management System which meets or exceed the requirements of ISO Standard 9001 and ISO Standard 14001. Both WSTF ISO Registrations include the Contractor. The Contractor shall develop and maintain appropriate work procedures and work instructions necessary to implement the WSTF Management System. The Contractor quality function provides a means for independently verifying that organizational quality requirements are achieved. Organizational requirements are generated by the organization itself or mandated by agency or programmatic, institutional or regulatory entities outside the organization or by the customer.

6.2.1 Quality Planning

Perform quality planning for WSTF projects and programs in accordance with WSP 02-0001, “Quality System Procedures and Planning”, WSP 02-0002, “Management System

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Verification”, and NPD 8730.5,”NASA Quality Assurance Program Policy”. Quality Planning provides integration of quality considerations and techniques within the project planning and implementation process. Prepare a Quality Plan detailing how the elements of WSP 02-0001 and WSP 02-0002 will be met during planning stages of WSTF projects and programs. Reference: DRD-TEST2-SQ-02, “Quality Plan and Report.” This plan shall also address non-intrusive methods to assess critical processes affecting the quality of WSTF products and identify potential improvements based on surveillance metrics or other indicators that indicate non-compliance or adverse trends.

Submit quality plans to NASA PMs for projects as requested. Each plan shall address operational fulfillment of quality control, inspection or verification, supplier assessment, special processes application or development, unique measurement capabilities, work document development and control, applied standards clarification, and quality record and deliverable data requirements. Quality plans are typically required for larger or more complex projects, or projects with specific quality requirements, approximately 5 quality plans per year.

6.2.2 Work Document Coordination

A. Quality review, coordination, and in-process control shall be performed by individuals trained and competent in the area of testing and the program for which the work authorizing document is being issued. Work authorizing documents included in this activity are Test Preparation Sheets (TPSs) (WSI 09-SW-0001) and Discrepancy Records (DRs) (WSI 13-SW-0001). This activity is performed electronically using WebPAPER, a web-based database application. Approximately 1140 work authorizing documents (~840 TPS and ~300 DR) require this administration per year, with an average of 40 work steps to review per document. On average there are approximately 30 in-process verifications done on work performed using a DRs and 500 on work using TPSs. 99% of closed documentation will meet WSI 09-SW-0001 (for TPSs) or WSI 13-SW-0001 (for DRs) requirements.

B. Ensure a standardized review is performed for proper authorization, consistency, accuracy, completeness, constraint identification, configuration control, and other work document closeout and archival requirements in accordance with Management System processes and instructions.

C. Control WSTF Job Instructions in accordance with WSI 05-SW-0004, “WSTF Job Instruction (WJI) Control”. Ensure each work document is updated with all current deviations, revisions, and modifications released at the time of work performance. Approximately 135 WJIs per year require coordination and control. This support activity shall be performed within approximately 2 hours of the time that the request is submitted.

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6.2.3 Process Verification

A. Provide objective evidence of conformance with process requirements, completion of critical milestones, and resolution of product non-conformances.

B. Provide project and process, quality controls verification, and requirements consultation to project representatives in accordance with NPR 8735.2, “Management of Government Safety and Mission Assurance Surveillance Functions for NASA Contracts, WSP 02-0002, and WSI 02-SW-0001. Response is required within 30 minutes of the time that a request is submitted.

C. Assure evaluation and inspection of critical product characteristics as stipulated in project plans, customer agreements, or work authorizing documents. Provide dimensional and volumetric acceptance of fabricated parts intended for flight or critical applications or customer requirements. During the project planning phases, identify new measuring techniques, methodologies, or machine programming required to support customer defined acceptance criteria. Also identify feasibility, repeatability of design characteristics and maintainability of measuring equipment in accordance with WSPs 11-0001 and 09-0001.

D. Provide process verification in a timely fashion with on-location or on-call resources to provide support upon mutual arrangement with project representatives and in compliance with NPR 8735.2. Coordinate a designated verification program consistent with WSP 02-0002 and WSI 02-SW-0002.

Examples of typical process verification activities include but are not limited to:

Operational verification of a combined systems validation for a Propulsion Test data acquisition and control system.

Detailed visual inspection of a flight-related oxygen component for evidence of contamination and damage.

Verification of leakage, flow, valve response, and electrical continuity acceptance test parameters associated with a flight thruster.

Approximately 20 Process Verifications are required per year.

6.2.4 Pressure Systems review and inspection

Perform Pressure Vessels and Pressurized Systems (PVS) review and inspection for each active pressure system on site, for Launch Complex 36 at White Sands Missile Range, and for the NASA El Paso Hangar Facility, in accordance with WSP 09-0011 “Managing the WSTF Pressure Vessel and Pressurized System (PV/S) Program”, WSP 09-0015 “WSTF Pressure Vessel and Pressurized Systems (PVS)”, WSI 09-SW-0005 “Certification, Recertification, and Deactivation of WSTF Pressure Vessels and Pressurized Systems (PV/S)”, and WSI 09-SW-0024 “Pressure Systems” (See Attachment J-23). Approximately 220 systems require inspection annually. This work is

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the quality assurance yearly inspection for each of the pressure systems certification processes. All surveillance and configuration verification shall be performed within one week of submission.

6.2.5 Test Data Collection and Reporting

A. Compile and deliver records substantiating successful operations and compliance with customer requirements.

B. Included in these WDPs are quality records as defined by the MSM, contracts and official agreements between the customer and WSTF, receiving and shipping records, customer-supplied and WSTF-generated inspection and testing data, and nonconformance reports. WDP will be completed within 3 working days of data compilation. 100% of completed records will meet MSM and customer specified requirements.

C. Verify work data pack documents are properly authorized and closed out, compile deliverable data, and verify shipping documentation reflects Data Package contents.

6.2.6 Acquisition Quality Assurance

A. Review procurement requests, orders, specifications and related documents in accordance with MSM Section 3.4, WSI 06-SW-0002, and safety and quality assurance provisions applicable to the specific procurement. The assurance review shall ensure flight and critical materials are ordered to appropriate specifications, suppliers are confirmed as capable of meeting requirements, appropriate quality clauses are included in the PR/PO, and provisions for acceptance are defined.

Examples of typical procurement inspection tasks include but are not limited to:

Review of the procurement to determine if it is a flight intended use Review of the selected vendor to ensure they are on the appropriate

approved vendor list Determination of appropriate authenticity documentation, e.g., certificate-

of-compliance Ensuring the appropriate quality clauses are included in the purchase

order Approval of the procurement using electronic procurement system

protocol

B. Perform 8 to 12 supplier audits per year in accordance with MSM infrastructure process WSTF Authorized Supplier Assessment Process to establish the ability of those suppliers to meet requirements. Supplier assessments shall be subject to the WSTF S&MA Office Chief approval. Supplier assessments shall meet timeline negotiated with project representatives, typically a 10 to 20 day required response.

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Examples of typical supplier assessment tasks include but are not limited to:

Formulation of survey plan Travel to supplier and performing survey Follow-up communication with supplier to rectify non-conformances

identified Generating survey report

C. Ensure shipping, receiving, and storage activities for the WSTF Facility, and the NASA Forward Operating Location (located at the El Paso International Airport), are performed in accordance with WSP 07-0001, WSP 10-0001, and WSP 15-0001, and customer specific requirements as defined by the Customer Agreement. Included in these activities are Government furnished, Contractor furnished, and WSTF procured products.

D. Coordinate and conduct receiving inspection activities for WSTF to ensure appropriate inspection and material, batch lot, or acceptance testing is performed to establish or confirm compliance with specifications. Receiving inspection shall be initiated within 1 hour of notification or as necessary to meet milestone negotiated with project representatives.

Examples of typical receiving/shipping tasks include but are not limited to:

Review documentation to verify appropriate pedigree of product Verification of count and condition of product shipped/received Verification of required approvals Initiation of appropriate nonconformance documentation upon detection of

damaged product or incorrect shipping/receiving information

Examples of typical storage tasks include but are not limited to:

Review the document authorizing movement (placement in or removal) of critical flight-item

Verify that item has been appropriately logged in to storage, including bonded storage

6.2.7 Software Quality Assurance

A. The activities under this section are distributed across all organizations that are involved in the development of software. The quality assurance organization’s involvement in the process includes performing audits to verify that the plans are developed in accordance with the requirements delineated in the documents listed below. It also includes ensuring that the quality verifications described in the particular plans are performed. The NPR 7150.2 NASA Software Engineering Requirements and NASA standards NASA-STD-8739.9 Software formal inspections Standard, NASA-STD-8739.8 Standard for Software Assurance, and NASA-STD-8719.13 Software Safety permit some variation in requirements depending upon the classification of the software.

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B. Conduct surveillance of SQAPs to ensure compliance with the requirements of NPR 7150.2, “NASA Software Engineering Requirements”, NASA-STD-8719.13, “Software Safety Standard”, and NASA-STD-8739.8, “Software Assurance Standard.”

6.2.8 Corrective Action

A. Plan and implement nonconformance control and corrective or preventive action in accordance with, MSM infrastructure process “Corrective and Preventive Action”, and WSP 13-0001,”Nonconformance Control”. The Corrective/Preventive Action Request (C/PAR) process provides a system for the segregation of findings by nonconformance, noncompliance and observation for corrective action, preventative action or improvement opportunity.

B. Ensure the Discrepancy Record (DR) and Corrective/Preventive Action Request (C/PAR) systems are employed to document product non-conformances and corrective or preventive actions. Verify status and timely closure of identified product non-conformances.

C. Issue a corrective action request where systemic hardware or procedural discrepancies are identified, or where negative trends are evident. Monitor and document use, failure history, and other reliability data associated with test systems and hardware processed at WSTF. This data shall be collected to the functional component level and maintained within existing automated systems reporting use, failure, and reliability data for review and analysis at either the component or integrated system level.

D. Participate in problem reporting systems concerning flight hardware, process certification hardware, and Ground-Support Equipment (GSE). The Contractor shall ensure failures are reported to NASA within 1 hour of identification or detection of flight hardware or customer-supplied hardware discrepancy. Ensure WSTF failure analysis activities are tracked and documented in accordance with WSP 13-0001.

6.2.9 Records and Database Management

A. Provide operation and support of the government provided webPAPER system for storage of and ready access to active Test Preparation Sheets (TPSs) and Discrepancy Records (DRs). This includes managing original paperwork and maintaining copies for effective data retrieval within 1 hour of request during normal business hours. Provide site-wide access to the database with appropriate permissions.

B. Provide database management and maintenance to ensure records, record status, and associated data is readily available to WSTF personnel.

C. Provide document status reports (i.e. open paper reviews) on request for activities such as formal pretest reviews, project planning, or audit/surveys. Document status reports shall be provided within 2 hours of request.

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D. Duplicates of archived documents shall be retained, retrieved, and provided for purposes of general research, project planning, or data package preparation in accordance with WSP 16-0001, “Management System Record Control”.

6.2.10 Internal Auditing

Perform internal audits and surveillance, in accordance with the MSM infrastructure process Internal Audit, on product and infrastructure processes, as well as subordinate processes with other WSTF-resident contractor and NASA representatives. These audits will as a minimum determine compliance to the ISO standards (WSTF is registered to), NASA requirements, and conformance to the OSHA and EPA regulations.

6.3 Pressure Systems Program Support

The work described in Section 6.3 will be Firm Fixed Price Baseline. Provide support to the pressure system program management with a technically competent engineering and technician staff.

6.3.1 Code Engineer Support

A. Provide support of the Pressure Vessels and Pressurized Systems (PVS) certification program in accordance with the policies and responsibilities described in WSP 09-0015 (Pressure Vessels and Pressurized Systems (PVS)). This support consists of performing the Code Engineer review of approximately 20 systems per year, each consisting on average of 50 components, and approximately 30 system modifications per year, each consisting on average of 10 components to ensure compliance with the requirements of the PVS program and overall pressure integrity.

B. Provide assistance to the Pressure Systems Manager (PSM) in developing and maintaining the WSTF PVS program policies and processes in accordance with NASA-STD-8719.17 including ensuring that the WSTF program is kept current with any changes in the NASA standard. Further, this requires that the code engineer provide assistance to the PSM regarding the implementation of changes to WSTF program as a result of changes to the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, and ASME B31 series Code. This support also includes assistance in developing and providing PVS process training of approximately four 4-hour class sessions per year.

C. Perform investigations of PVS anomalies and failures as necessary. This effort consists of providing technical expertise for understanding the causes of the anomalies and failures and providing guidance for their systematic resolution, as well as ensuring that any prescribed method for resolution is fully implemented. Implementation is not the responsibility of the code engineer, but rather the system engineer who is responsible for a particular system. Typically there are 4 failures each year that require the involvement of the code engineer. An example of an anomaly might be the consistent

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failure of a certain model of code stamped pressure safety valve to prevent accumulation of pressure to less than 110% of the set pressure.

D. As necessary, procure the materials and services to adequately investigate and resolve the anomalies and failures as described above or to develop data and validate information to be used in the pressure systems program. These procurements and investigative tasks will be funded using an IDIQ task order.

E. Provide infrequent consultation to other NASA centers and government agencies regarding interpretation of code, NASA policy implementation, and technical implementation of code to particular system designs or configurations.

6.3.2 PVS Database Support

A. Maintain and update the pressure system databases. The PVS databases consist of two Microsoft Access databases connected to SQL server back ends. Ensure that the database is capable of providing the desired functionality to users of the system. Define requirements for implementation of new functionality when the need arises, especially as it relates to the need to accommodate new data requirements as precipitated by new requirements of the PVS program. Major enhancements to the functionality of the database will be implemented under an IDIQ task order. The database consists of approximately 700 system entries and 15,000 component entries and includes a large number of fields containing information pertinent to the pressure integrity of the systems. Return the database to operational status within 24 hours after any unforeseen outage. Requested updates shall be implemented within 5 working days

B. Generate the monthly report (due no later than the 10th of each month) that summarizes the status of the PVS program regarding overdue systems certifications, and overdue components and maintenance items. Reference: DRD-TEST2-SQ-02.

7.0 Protective Services

The work described in Section 7.0 will be Fixed Price Baseline, it includes all elements of Fire/Emergency Medical Service, Protective Services Dispatch and Emergency Management. Facility Security is covered under a separate contract.

7.1 Fire Protection

A. Provide fire prevention, protection, and emergency response services to protect NASA White Sands, which includes WSTF, WSC, and the ADF-SW employees and site facilities. The most significant potential emergencies include fire, explosion, chemical release, and associated medical emergencies (requiring patient transport in an ambulance).

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B. Provide a fully trained firefighting and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) staff, as required by state of New Mexico and federal regulations. Staffing shall be in accordance with NFPA 1710, “Standard for the Organization and Deployment of Fire Suppression Operations, Emergency Medical Operations, and Special Operations to the Public by Career Fire Departments”, to concurrently accomplish any two of the six operations described, excluding marine rescue/fire fighting. Provide a firefighting staff fully trained at or above the Fire Fighter I level and an officer corps fully trained at the Incident Command Level as prescribed by the New Mexico Fire Fighter Training Academy. The firefighting team shall maintain a Secret level security clearance. At least 80% of the fire fighters shall also be trained to the level of Hazardous Material Technician with the rest trained to at least the Operations Level, with the officer corps trained to the Hazardous Materials Incident Command Level as prescribed by the New Mexico Fire Fighter Training Academy. Provide EMS at an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Paramedic level including medical transport of injured or ill personnel. At least one EMS technician shall be qualified at the paramedic level for all shifts. All other personnel providing EMS shall be qualified at the EMT Intermediate level as prescribed by New Mexico Administrative Code Title 7, Health. Government furnished ambulances and Advanced Cardiac Life Support equipment shall be stocked and maintained with the appropriate medications and other consumables.

C. Maintain capability to simultaneously fight an exterior building fire, staff the Protective Services Dispatch Center, and provide emergency medical assistance and transportation. Provide consumable emergency services supplies such as firefighting agents and EMS supplies and Fire Fighter and Hazardous Materials PPE. All firefighting and EMS systems and equipment shall be maintained in a continual ready to support status except as specifically negotiated with the Fire Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).

D. Prepare and maintain records of all medical and fire runs as legally required and in a format compatible and consistent with the historical data. Forward a report of all fire runs to the State of New Mexico Fire Marshall’s Office as appropriate. Provide a run report to a controlled distribution list detailing each incident or emergency. Report will be delivered within 30 minutes of return to station and will reflect 98% accurate status of emergency disposition. See DRD-TEST2-PS-01, “Protective Services EMS and Protective Services Dispatch Center Report,” for requirements.

E. Respond to all alarm and emergency call incidents (fire, HAZMAT spill, hazardous wildlife, or medical) at the WSTF, WSC, or ADF-SW sites on an around-the-clock basis. Emergency response shall be on scene within the WSTF industrial area within 5 minutes of receiving the alarm or call, with capabilities on hand to respond to the immediate emergency. Support requirements as stipulated in current memorandums of agreement, mutual aid agreements and federal statutes. Provide animal control services for wildlife within the workplace environment.

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F. Investigate all fires for cause, recommend remedial actions, and provide an investigation report to the NASA AHJ, Chief of Protective Services and NASA Management.

G. Maintain readiness and operability of the WSTF Emergency Services Center (Building 104) on an around-the-clock basis. Ensure emergency services equipment including but not limited to vehicles, hoses, bunker gear, communications systems, and personal protective equipment/systems are maintained on a continuous basis in accordance with NFPA requirements to support emergencies. Perform routine maintenance on assigned emergency services vehicles to preserve proper working order and in accordance with NFPA Fire apparatus and Department of Transportation (DOT) Standards. Contractor shall provide consumable emergency services supplies including but not limited to firefighting agents, EMS supplies, and Fire Fighter and Hazardous Materials PPE.

H. Provide fire prevention services by identifying code non-compliances, and consulting on remedial and corrective actions for buildings at the WSTF, WSC, and ADF-SW. 100% of inspection services shall meet NFPA qualifications and identified non-compliances will reference specific citations. Perform daily inspections (between 1730 and 0530 hours) of all normally occupied WSTF buildings. See DRD-TEST2-PS-01 for reporting requirements.

I. Verify and record WSTF and WSC fire extinguisher readiness on a monthly basis and ensure that all extinguishers are properly hydrostatically tested. The contractor shall provide and maintain an appropriate replacement stock of fire extinguishers such that no area goes unprotected in the event an extinguisher is used or must be pulled for service. The extinguishers distributed in the field will be accounted for and in compliant condition at all times. Perform periodic fire hydrant testing and recording per the NFPA guidelines.

J. Conduct a detailed fire safety inspection of WSTF and maintain documentation of related deficiencies. A presentation of these deficiencies will be presented to the site manager on an annual basis. Conduct routine fire prevention inspections to ensure area around tanks and structures are maintained clear of potential combustible materials (papers, weeds, grass, etc.).

K. Maintain and update fire/ems and dispatch related work instructions including pertinent attachments to the Emergency Preparedness Plan. Manage and provide AED/CPR training and fire extinguisher training to NASA White Sands personnel.

L. Provide a monthly listing of runs including response time (time to arrive on scene) broken down by categories such as mutual aids, fire runs, medical runs per DRD-TEST2-PS-01. An explanation shall be provided, to the AHJ, for those responses not meeting the time requirements.

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7.2 Hazardous Materials Response

Provide a Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) response team trained and qualified in accordance with OSHA regulation 1910.120(q), Hazardous Waste and Emergency Response, and WSP 25-0009, WSTF Emergency Preparedness Plan. Provide Incident Command for incidents that exceed localized test area containment capabilities, per Homeland Security Policy Directives (HSPD). This effort will require coordination with the WSTF environmental services contractor. The HAZMAT team shall monitor and maintain a HAZMAT response trailer for quick response to a chemical release or spill. The contractor shall provide, maintain and replace HAZMAT response trailer consumables as required. Trailer contents shall reflect the quantity and type of potential chemical releases at NASA White Sands.

7.3 Confined Space Rescue

Ensure the availability of a Confined Space Rescue (CSR) Team trained and qualified in accordance with OSHA Regulation 1910.146, Permit Required Confined Spaces. Team shall be qualified, available, and sufficiently equipped to respond to NASA White Sands CSR emergencies at all times. The CSR team shall monitor, maintain, and replace CSR equipment as required for use by the CSR Team.

7.4 Protective Services Dispatch Center (PSDC)

A. The Contractor shall provide trained and certified personnel to operate the Protective Services Dispatch Center located in WSTF Emergency Services Center, Building 104. The PSDC shall be staffed 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and a minimum of two dispatchers shall be on duty during the normal day shift, excluding holidays, off-Fridays and weekends.

B. The PSDC is the central control, communication and dispatch center for all NASA White Sands emergencies, alarms and non-emergency (fire, medical, hazards, rescue and security) activities. Responsibilities include operation of the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) system and prompt relay of information to security, emergency call list notifications, and updating the site status. Dispatchers will also communicate with outside law enforcement and emergency resources (as necessary for notification and coordination of mutual aide assistance and protective services operational support).

C. The Contractor shall provide PSDC Dispatchers to perform the duties as described below:

1. The Dispatchers shall receive, and respond to all incoming telephone and radio communications and to all security alarms, local hazard alarms, duress alarms, and fire alarms.

2. The Dispatchers shall monitor security access control, local hazard, and fire alarm panels.

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3. The Dispatchers shall dispatch fire, security (roving patrols), medical personnel, and other emergency response personnel in the performance of routine duties and for emergencies.

4. Upon request from Security, dispatchers shall immediately initiate inquiries through the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and provide prompt relay of information.

5. Dispatchers shall be capable of following special instructions, develop reports, forward reporting and emergency response information, prioritize and respond to routine and emergency situations.

6. Dispatchers shall be fully knowledgeable of the CCTV and voice recording systems and able to locate events of interest and record the data.

7. Non-Emergency telephones shall be answered within 4 rings and radio calls within 4 seconds of call-in.

8. All activities shall be reported in accordance with the DRD-TEST2-PS-01.

9. The Contractor shall track and record all NCIC inquiries in accordance with NCIC and NASA requirements.

D. The Dispatchers shall operate the 911 emergency telephones and maintain the ability to document a continuous chronological listing of events during response activities. The Contractor shall answer all Emergency calls within 3 rings. All emergency calls shall be reported in accordance with the DRD-TEST2-PS-01.

E. The Contractor shall maintain and update existing written procedures for equipment operation as well as response to routine and emergency events. Each dispatcher shall be thoroughly knowledgeable of and trained to comply with the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

F. The Dispatchers shall ensure complete documentation of all dispatch center notifications, alarms and actions. Logs, reports and forms shall be concise, accurate, legible, and the data shall be submitted in accordance with the DRD-TEST2-PS-01.

G. At the beginning of each PSDC shift a review shall be performed of all reported security alarm issues and determine if any outstanding alarms, door intrusions or entry points require an action. At the end of each PSDC shift the on-coming dispatchers are briefed of any anomalies or discrepancy reports, out-standing security alarms, entry requests or any other important situation being followed. Shift hand-off shall be complete and thorough including but not limited to updates on any on-going activities, any planned after hour activities or maintenance/ construction work to be performed.

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7.4.1 PSDC Support Systems

A. The dispatchers shall operate/monitor the PSDC systems which include but are not limited to the following:

WSTF site-wide emergency warning system, Fire Alarm System; Enterprise Physical Access Control System (EPACS), National Crime Information Center (NCIC) system, security management systems including access control/monitoring/intrusion/duress alarm systems; radio communication (with multi-net/bridging capabilities) and telephone interface system; voice recording systems; emergency point-to-point telephones; CCTV video (cameras, recorders, software) system; weather station; and the employee notification and accountability systems.

B. Each dispatcher shall maintain operational capability of all PSDC systems and fully understand the complete function of the hardware and software. At the change of shifts, dispatchers will perform daily functional checks on the console systems and report any operational discrepancy.

7.4.2 PSDC Systems Operations Testing and Reporting

A. The Contractor shall establish SOPs that outline the testing of PSDC console and emergency support hardware and software system equipment.

B. The Contractor shall document any PSDC system anomaly or discrepancy identified.

C. The Contractor shall submit any anomaly or discrepancy identified into the proper reporting system. The documentation shall state the date and time of the system failure, test, which system was tested, and provide a complete synopsis in accordance with the Protective Services Reports DRD-TEST2-PS-02.

D. WSTF Site-wide emergency warning system and Red Emergency Telephones PSDC personnel shall activate and test the systems monthly. The contractor shall document the results and if necessary submit any requests to correct system problems.

7.4.3 Enterprise Physical Access Control System (EPACS)

Dispatchers shall coordinate with the Physical Security Force and verify, on a regular schedule, the correct function and operation of active EPACS security alarms, intrusion detection system alarms, and duress alarms.

7.4.4 PSDC Training, Qualification and Certification

A. Training shall be in accordance with Federal, NASA and WSTF requirements. In addition, the Contractor shall ensure compliance with Dispatch Center Operational Procedures in accordance with SOPs. The Contractor shall implement and maintain comprehensive training and relevant

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qualification programs for each dispatcher.

B. The Dispatchers shall meet the requirements of NFPA Standard 1061, Professional Qualifications for Public Safety Tele-communicator. Additionally, NFPA Standard 1221, Standard for the Installation, Maintenance, and Use of Emergency Services Communications shall be the guide for receiving, dispatching, and recording emergency communication.

C. Each dispatcher shall maintain a Secret level security clearance, certification on the NCIC system and be certified or licensed by the New Mexico department of health pursuant to the EMS Act, Section 24-10B-4.F., NMSA 1978.

7.4.5 Monthly Status Meetings

A monthly meeting shall be held with the RA/Chief of Protective Services to discuss events, responses, planning and relevant reporting and metrics described above.

7.5 Emergency Preparedness

A. Provide emergency preparedness planning for NASA White Sands. This includes the guidance and requirements of NPD 8710.1 Emergency Preparedness Program, NPR 8715.2 NASA Emergency Preparedness Plan Procedural Requirements, JPD 1040.2 JSC Emergency Preparedness Program, and WSP 25-0009 WSTF Emergency Preparedness Plan in support of the NASA Emergency Preparedness Planning Manager and the NASA Chief of Protective Services.

B. Review and update the WSTF Emergency Preparedness Plan, integrating inputs from all NASA White Sands organizations in keeping with changes in the risk posture. The Plan shall define the organizational and personal roles and responsibilities, as well as the procedures needed to minimize hazards to personnel, the environment, and property. Revisions to the Emergency Preparedness Plan, which has been incorporated into the WSTF Hazardous Waste Permit, shall be coordinated with the NASA Environmental Office prior to revising the Plan.

C. Support the WSTF Emergency Preparedness Plan (EPP) Board. Coordinate with the WSTF environmental services contractor on EPP updates to ensure WSTF’s compliance to permits, laws and regulations is maintained. Maintain area Local Emergency Preparedness Committee (LEPC) and other emergency collaboration MOUs.

D. Chair monthly emergency preparedness planning board meetings to discuss and evaluate the changing NASA White Sands risk level and required mitigations. All other contractor representation will be funded by an IDIQ TO. The Chair will keep the NASA Chief of Protective Services and the NASA Emergency Preparedness Planning Manager informed of board status, actions, and WSTF risk status. Provide a written annual report of NASA

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White Sands risk summarizing the risks considered by the board in the past year, the mitigations recommended, and the current risk posture. Lead the planning, execution, and de-briefing of annual WSTF-wide emergency response exercises when required. Lead the review and provision of updated Space Act Agreements (MOU's) for Fire/HAZMAT with the Las Cruces Fire Department, DOD White Sands Missile Range, and the Dona Ana Fire Marshall's Office when required. Lead the review and provision of updated Space Act Agreements (MOU's) for additional emergency services.

E. Review and maintain WSI 25-SW-0046, WSTF Emergency Call List (ECL) up to date as required and ensure coordination and availability to central dispatch.

F. Provide support to the NASA Emergency Preparedness Planning Manager and the NASA Chief of Protective Services to provide for a functional Emergency Operations Center.

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List of Acronyms

Acronym Meaning

°C Degrees Celsius

°F Degrees Fahrenheit

2SLGG Two Stage Light Gas Gun

AC Alternating Current

ACA Associate Contractor Agreement

ACGIH American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists

ADF-SW Aerospace Data Facility - Southwest

AIAA American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics

ANSI American National Standards Institute

ARC Accelerated rate Calorimetry

AS Aerospace Standard

ASNT American Society for Nondestructive Testing

ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials

C/PAR Corrective/Preventive Action Request

CFR Code of Federal Regulations

CIO Chief Information Officer

CJ Chapman-Jouquet

CMMS Computerized Maintenance Management System

CO Contracting Officer

CoF Construction of Facility

COPV Composite Overwrapped Pressure Vessel

COR Contracting Officer's Representative

CPIC Capital Planning Investment Control

CSV Combined System Validation

CT Computed Tomography

CTVS Configurational Thermal Vacuum Stability

CWBS Contractor Work Breakdown Structure

DACS Data Acquisition and Control System

DC Direct Current

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DCN Drawing Change Notices

DoJ Department of Justice

DRD Data Requirements Document

DSC Differential Scanning Calorimetry

DSPL NASA Property Disposal System

E&IT Electronic and Information Technology

ECO Environmental Compliance and Operations

EDS Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy

EMCS Energy Management Control System

EMP Environmental Management Plan

EPA Environmental Protection Agency

ETU Evaporation Tank Unit

FAA Federal Aviation Administration

FAR Federal Acquisition Regulations

FCC Federal Communications Commission

FMEA Failure Mode and Effects Analysis

FOL Forward Operating Location

FTIR Fourier Transform Infrared Spectrometry

FTU Fuel Treatment Unit

FY Fiscal Year

GCFID Gas Chromatograph Flame Ionization Detector

GCIR Gas Chromatograph Infrared

GCMS Gas Chromatograph Mass Spectroscopy

GIDEP Government Industry Data Exchange Program

GIS Geographical Information System

GN Gaseous Nitrogen

GOX Gaseous Oxygen

GSA General Services Administration

GSE Ground Support Equipment

GSFC Goddard Space Flight Center

HA Hazard Analysis

HAFB Holloman Air Force Base

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HAZMAT Hazardous Material

He Helium

HQ Headquarters

HSE Health, Safety, and Environmental

HVAC Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning

IAP

IAM

Installation Accountable Property

Integrated Asset Management

ICP Inductively Coupled Plasma Emission Spectrometry

IDIQ Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity

IDMRD Intermediate Depot Maintenance Requirements Documents

IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers

IEM Integrated Enterprise Management

IMTE Inspection, Measuring, and Test Equipment

IPA Isopropyl Alcohol

IR Infrared

IRD Information Resources Directorate

ISO International Organization for Standardization

ISS International Space Station

IT Information Technology

JANNAF Joint Army, Navy, NASA, and Air Force

JHA Job Hazard Analysis

JPD

JPL

JSC Procedural Directive

Jet Propulsion Laboratory

JPR JSC Procedural Requirement

JSC Johnson Space Center

kg Kilograms

km/s Kilometers per second

KN Kilo-Newton

KSC Kennedy Space Center

kV Kilovolt

kVa Kilovolt-ampere

LAN Local Area Network

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LDE Lifting Devices and Equipment

LH Liquid Hydrogen

LHRP

LIMS

Liquid Hydrogen Recirculation Pump

Logistics Inventory Management System

LM Liquid Methane

LN Liquid Nitrogen

LOX Liquid Oxygen

M&O Maintenance & Operations

M&R Maintenance & Repair

MAP Measurement Assurance Program

MCRR Modification-Construction-Repair-Rehabilitation

MCWG Metrology and Calibration Working Group

MDAL

MG

MGD

Molecular Desorption and Analysis Laboratory

Million Gallons

Million Gallons/Day

MMH Monomethylhydrazine

MMI Material Management Inventory System

MOU Memorandum of Understanding

MPS Main Propulsion System

MS Microsoft

MSBLS Microwave Scanning Beam Landing System

MSDS Material Safety Data Sheet

MSM

MSPP

Management System Manual

Microsoft PowerPoint

NAICS North American Industry Classification System

NASA National Aeronautics and Space Administration

NDE Non-Destructive Evaluation

NEMS NASA Equipment Management System

NEPA National Environmental Policy Act

NETS NASA Environmental Tracking System

NIOSH

NMCID

National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health

New Mexico Construction Industries Division

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NMED New Mexico Environment Department

NPR NASA Procedural Requirements

Nprop NASA Property System

NTIA National Telecommunications and Information

NTO Nitrogen Tetroxide

NVR Non Volatile Residue

OCI Organizational Conflict of Interest

OEM Original Equipment Manufacturer

OES Optical Emission Spectroscopy

OMS Orbital Maneuvering System

ORCA Oxygen Recharge Compressor Assembly

OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration

PLC Programmable Logic Controller

PM Project Manager

PO Purchase Order

POV Privately Owned Vehicle

PPE Personal Protective Equipment

PR Purchase Request

PRCS Primary Reaction Control System

PTFE Polytetrafluoroethylene

PV/S Pressure Vessels and Pressurized Systems

RCRA Resource Conservation and Recovery Act

RCS Reaction Control System

RF Radio Frequency

RMP Risk Management Plan

RSP Respiratory Support Pack

S&MA Safety and Mission Assurance

SATERN System for Administration, Training, and Educational Resources for NASA

SCADA Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition

SCBA Self Contained Breathing Apparatus

SEM Scanning Electron Microscopy

SEMO Supply and Equipment Management Officer

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SIBC Summary Investment Business Case

SIMS Safety Information Management System

SOW Statement of Work

SQAP Software Quality Assurance Plan

SSA System Safety Analysis

SSME Space Shuttle Main Engine

SSP Space Shuttle Program

STA Shuttle Training Aircraft

STE Special Test Equipment

STGT Second TDRSS Ground Terminal

STI Scientific and Technical Information

TC

TCC

Test Cell

Transient Current Characteristics

TDRSS Tracking Data Relay Satellite System

TES Totally Encapsulating Suit

TEST

TEST2

Test, Evaluation, and Support Team

Test, Evaluation, and Support Team 2

TGA Thermogravimetric Analysis

TMA Thermomechanical Analysis

TMR Technical Management Representative

TNT Trinitrotoluene

TO Task Order

TPS Test Preparation Sheet

TRL Technical Reference Library

TRR Test Readiness Review

TS Test Stand

UDMH Unsymmetrical-dimethylhydrazine

UHF Ultra High Frequency

UHP Ultra High Pressure

UMOAT Utility Management and Operation Action Team

US United States

UV-VIS Ultraviolet Visible Spectroscopy

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VAC Volts Alternating Current

VDC Volts Direct Current

ViTS Video Teleconference System

VPP Voluntary Protection Program

VRCS Vernier Reaction Control System

WBS Work Breakdown Structure

WDP WSTF Data Pack

WO Work Order

WSC

WSGT

White Sands Complex

White Sands Ground Terminal

WSI WSTF Standard Instruction

WSMR White Sands Missile Range

WSP WSTF Standard Procedure

WSSH White Sands Space Harbor

WSTF White Sands Test Facility

XPS X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy

XRF X-ray Fluorescent Spectroscopy

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