Contract District Security Officer (DSO)

The U.S. Marshals Service, Southern District of Texas, has a need for the following service: - Contract District Security Officer (DSO) Objectives for DSOs 1. The DSO agrees to provide services in accordance with this Statement of Work upon direction of the Chief Deputy U.S. Marshal or his / her designee. Request for these services may be made at any time of the day or night, and the DSO must be capable of providing the services. As much advance notice as possible shall be given. 2. DSOs shall be unarmed unless otherwise directed. Armed DSOs must meet the training and qualification requirements stated in current USMS policies prior to providing services while armed. The authority to carry a concealed weapon is extended to the DSO to the extent necessary to meet the objectives of this written statement of work. No authority is extended to carry a concealed weapon beyond duty assignments. 3. DSOs shall be responsible for the secure custody of any federal, state, or local detainee from the time the detainee is accepted into the custody of the USMS or its designee, and until he/she is properly removed from custody by an authorized official. 4. The DSO must maintain continuous observation of the detainee. In the event of an escape or attempted escape, the DSO must notify the Chief Deputy U.S. Marshal or his/her designee. 5. The DSO may be required to travel. Such travel may require overnight stays. The DSO shall be reimbursed for actual hours worked (from the time the DSO is required to report for duty until the DSO is released from work that duty day). The duty location is subject to change depending on mission requirements. Meals and hotel expenses will be reimbursed in accordance with the Joint Federal Travel Regulations. Incidental expenses will be reimbursed based on actual expenses with proper documentation (i.e., rental car, parking, and tolls). DSOs will submit a written estimate (Travel Authorization/Advance) of costs prior to travel and file travel expense vouchers within five days of their return. 6. The DSO shall be notified by the Chief Deputy U.S. Marshal or his/her designee of any special instructions concerning any individual detainee being secured or transported. 7. The DSO shall not leave the assignment without notifying the Chief Deputy U.S. Marshal or his/her designee, including for meals or rest breaks. 8. Any information or records provided to the DSO regarding individuals being secured shall be treated as confidential, and shall not be divulged to anyone except as otherwise provided by Department of Justice and USMS policies and procedures. 9. The DSO will be responsible for adhering to the USMS policies and procedures pertaining to the handling and transporting of prisoners, the use of firearms, the use of deadly force, and other applicable policy and procedures that pertain to the assignment or to federal law enforcement officers. 10. The DSO shall report to work physically fit, mentally alert, and appropriately groomed. 11. The DSO shall have no history of alcohol and/or drug abuse. Specific Requirements The DSO will be required to perform services of the type set forth below at the request of the Chief Deputy U.S. Marshal or his/her designee: 1. Assist with application of restraints and maintaining daily inventory of restraints, 2. Assist in detainee meal distribution, 3. Assist in the securing of detainees while boarding, being transported, and disembarking from vehicles and aircraft, 4. Assist in the securing and processing of detainees in the cellblock, courtroom, and during judicial proceedings, 5. Assist in the securing and transportation of detainees to and from medical appointments or while hospitalized for medical treatment, 6. Assist with the pre-check of emergency and evacuation equipment, 7. Assist with the monitoring of detainee needs, 8. Assist with the handling of detainee property, 9. Assist with detainee searches, 10. Provide security within the USMS district office cellblock, including monitoring security equipment and patrolling the areas adjacent to the cellblock, 11. Search and secure cellblock, and 12. Secure seized assets as specified by the USMS. Standards All DSOs are required to comply with the following standards: 1. Be courteous and demonstrate good manners. 2. Maintain a respectful and helpful attitude in all endeavors. 3. Maintain a neat, clean, and professional appearance, and comply with the security dress standards while on duty. 4. Report to work physically fit and mentally alert and shall immediately notify the Chief Deputy U.S. Marshal or his/her designee if unable to perform per the SOW 5. Prior to the assignment, report any circumstances which may adversely affect the mission to the Chief Deputy U.S. Marshal or his/her designee. 6. If DSOs should be detained or become aware that they are under investigation by any federal, state, or local agency, for any legal or ethical violation, they must report this to the Chief Deputy U.S. Marshal and the Contracting Officer, no later than the next working day. 7. DSOs shall ensure that weapons are properly secured in a safe place to prevent theft, tampering, or misuse when not being carried. 8. DSOs will not engage in any discussions concerning Department of Justice or USMS internal matters, policies, grievances, or personalities with family members or others not having an official need to know. In addition, DSOs will not discuss the above or financial, personal, or family matters, with prisoners/detainees, witnesses, protectees, any known associate of the above, or the public. DSOs will not entertain, socialize, enter into business arrangements with, give legal advice or grant special favors to, or accept gifts or payments from detainees, friends or family members of the above. 9. DSOs will not accept or solicit gifts, favors, or bribes in connection with the performance of the Statement of Work. 10. DSOs will not allow detainees, or the friends and family members of detainees, into their home or living quarters (temporary or permanent.) 11. DSOs will not visit the duty site during non-duty hours unless authorized to do so by the Chief Deputy U.S. Marshal or his/her designee. 12. DSOs will not disclose any official information, except to the Chief Deputy U.S. Marshal, his/her designee, or other officials having a need to know, or make any news or press releases without the express permission of the Contracting Officer. This does not prohibit protected whistle-blowing activities. 13. DSOs will refrain from any discussions concerning duty assignments, manpower, weapons, security precautions, or procedures in the presence of detainees. 14. DSOs will comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws while in performance of this Statement of Work. 15. DSOs will not knowingly give false or misleading statements or conceal material facts in connection with performance of the Statement of Work, travel vouchers, time sheets, or any record, investigation, or other proper proceeding. 16. DSOs will not discriminate against or sexually harass any person. 17. DSOs will ensure that all of their financial obligations are met. 18. DSOs will abide by all ethical standards of the Department of Justice regarding conflict of interest, outside activities, gifts, and use of federal property. 19. DSOs will not bid on or purchase in any manner, directly or through an agent, any property being offered for sale by the USMS or by others serving on behalf of the USMS. 20. DSOs will refrain from any activity which would adversely affect the reputation of the Department of Justice and the United States Marshals Service. 21. DSOs will avoid personal contact with persons known to be convicted felons or persons known to be connected with criminal activities. 22. DSOs will not engage in any criminal or dishonest conduct. Contract DSOs will abstain from the consumption of alcoholic beverages while on duty. DSOs will not report for work under any condition which impairs their ability to perform as expected. 23. DSOs will always demonstrate the highest standards of personal and moral conduct. 24. DSOs will not operate a government vehicle, or any other vehicle while on government business, in an improper manner or under the influence of intoxicants or drugs. 25. DSOs will not misuse official authority, credentials, communications equipment, or weapons. 26. DSOs will not make false statements about fellow DSOs or officials with knowledge of the falseness of the statement or with reckless disregard of the truth. 27. DSOs will report violations of prescribed rules, regulations, and any violations of statute or law to the Chief Deputy U.S. Marshal or his/her designee. 28. DSOs will comply with all USMS security procedures or regulations. 29. DSOs will not close or desert any post/area prior to release by the Chief Deputy U.S. Marshal or his/her designee. DSOs will remain at their assigned post/area until properly relieved or until the time that post/area is secured. 30. The DSO will not fail, unnecessarily delay, or refuse to carry out a proper assignment that is directed by a supervisor. 31. DSOs will maintain proper care and custody of issued government property and the property of others 32. DSOs will refrain from surreptitiously recording conversations between any USMS employees or contractors. 33. DSOs will conduct only official business on government property and telephones. 34. DSOs will refrain from neglecting duties. This includes sleeping on duty, unreasonable delays or failures to carry out assigned tasks, conducting personal affairs during duty hours, and refusing to render assistance or cooperate in upholding the integrity of the work site security. 35. DSOs will refrain from use of abusive or offensive language, quarreling, intimidation by words, actions, fighting, and participation in disruptive activities which interfere with normal and efficient government operations. 36. Before the completion of the DSO's contract with the USMS, the contractor will be required to return all USMS-issued equipment/property to the Chief Deputy U.S. Marshal or his/her designee. Payment for Services 1. The DSO shall submit to the USMS or its designee, a written request for reimbursement on a bi-weekly basis or upon the completion of each assignment. The appropriate USMS form (USM-7 or the USMS Time and Attendance form) must list the trip number, the number of hours of DSO services worked, and the days on which the services were performed. The DSO is responsible for submitting in a timely manner the appropriate USM-7 or Time and Attendance form to a Supervisory Deputy U.S. Marshal for approval and payment. Special Conditions 1. All DSOs will serve at the discretion of the Chief Deputy U.S. Marshal or his/her designee. There are no guaranteed minimum hours. 2. The DSO shall perform the services stated herein with the full knowledge that the authority vested in him or her can be exercised only in furtherance of the objectives of this written statement of work and extend so far as may be necessary to faithfully fulfill the terms of this statement of work. 3. Individuals engaged as contract DSOs are not appointed to the federal civil service and are not eligible to be enrolled in the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program, and are not entitled to pension benefits, annual or sick leave, health insurance benefits, or other federal employee pay benefits or services. 4. Individuals engaged under personal service contracts are considered employees for the purposes of the Federal Tort Claims Act and personal liability suits, and for the purposes of workers' compensation under the Federal Employees Compensation Act, 5 U.S.C. - 8101, et seq. 5. The DSO shall be reimbursed at the hourly rate set forth in the OF-347 ($35.00 for Houston & Galveston/$25.00 for Corpus Christi, Brownsville, McAllen, & Laredo), subject only to withholding of federal and state taxes as required by 26 U.S.C. - 3402(a). 6. The DSO understands that an annual contract evaluation will be completed at the end of the rating period. 7. The DSO contracts are with individual persons, not companies. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation and this announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The following FAR provisions apply to this solicitation: Time-and-Materials/Labor-Hour Proposal Requirements-Commercial Item Acquisition (May 2014) (a) The Government contemplates award of a Time-and-Materials or Labor-Hour type of contract resulting from this solicitation. (b) The offeror must specify fixed hourly rates in its offer that include wages, overhead, general and administrative expenses, and profit. The offeror must specify whether the fixed hourly rate for each labor category applies to labor performed by- (1) The offeror; (2) Subcontractors; and/or (3) Divisions, subsidiaries, or affiliates of the offeror under a common control. (End of provision) All responsible sources will be evaluated by price and other factors: 1. Ability to meet the requirements specified above in this solicitation. 2. Ability to successfully pass a background investigation. 3. Submit offers as an all-inclusive fixed-hourly rate using the sample SF-18, and updating it with your information. See attached sample on how the quote shall be submitted. All responsible sources may submit their nomination, which if timely received, shall be considered by the Agency. Interested parties shall contact Noel Bautista at contact@example.gov. The closing date and time for receipt of nomination is September 12, 2014 at 5:00 p.m. Central Standard Time.