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 CTIMR Considerations
(01/29/2009)The following information is provided as an addendum to the specific work areas contained in this website and addresses additional considerations that offerors should consider before responding to the "Sources Sought" announcement.Work Category Workload InformationThe work outlined in the Comprehensive Tactical Infrastructure Maintenance and Repair (CTIMR) requirement is unique in that two factors beyond the control of the government drive the workload:- Individuals damage the fence, gates, grates, and lighting so they can enter the U.S. illegally. The amount of damage is dependent on the number of people seeking entry, which is subject to a number of interrelated factors such as the economic condition and season.
- Weather conditions and events not only affect road and drainage system repairs, vegetation control, and debris removal, but also damage the fence through flash flooding and wind scouring. Also, because much of the tactical infrastructure has been deployed in the last two years, there is scant existing workload information for many areas and no data for others.
Emergency Work ResponseEmergency service is required when damage occurs to any tactical infrastructure asset because the damage immediately compromises the Border Patrol’s ability to protect the border. Whether the damage is identified by the government or the contractor, the government will determine if the situation is classified as an emergency. While specific emergency response times are determined on a state-by-state basis, damage usually must be fixed within 24 hours. Additional time may be granted based on the severity and location of the emergency.Work EnvironmentWork may occur seven days a week during normal business/daylight hours (or after hours for certain lighting work) and on a more frequent basis for emergency services.Seasonal EffectsAn analysis of attempted illegal immigration patterns over the previous five-year period has shown that attempted illegal immigration typically peaks around March then begins to drop off slowly through December, at which time it typically reaches its lowest point. Illegal immigration rates begin to climb through the early winter months, peaking again in March.Safety ConsiderationsThe government will not provide security services for the contractor. However, the government will notify the contractor of any specific security concerns likely to impact performance. Proper safety equipment – including hard hats, protective eyewear, fire-retardant clothing, etc. – should be used at all times by contractor personnel.Clean UpThe work area will be kept clean on a daily basis for the proper completion of all work. All debris and trash will be removed and lawfully disposed of in a proper facility. Any hazardous or toxic materials created by the repair will be removed and disposed of in a legal manner for reasons of environmental safety.The work required to support the tactical infrastructure varies based on the inventory quantities for each job, the number and type of intrusions, time of year (see "Seasonal Effects" above for additional information), economic conditions, weather events, and location. Typically, the Border Patrol reports a higher frequency of damage in and around the more populated areas.Place of PerformanceAll work will be performed in the states where the tactical infrastructure assets are located. The contractor may propose to locate resources (i.e., labor, equipment, tools, materials, and supplies) at Border Patrol Stations to improve efficiency and effectiveness.Operating ConstraintsThe contractor will be responsible for identifying all Federal, State, and local laws, policies, directives, regulations, and statutes under which the work must be performed and comply with them throughout the life of the contract. The contractor must also identify and apply all technical standards, specifications, and generally accepted work practices that it believes are necessary to ensure the highest quality service. |
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