Attachment 7 - SEATS Task Order - Statement of Work v1.doc

Statement of Work I. Project Title: Task Order #1 Directorate for Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CISE) Science and Engineering Analytical and Technical Support (SEATS) II. COR: Vivica Brooks, Directorate of Computer and Information Science and Engineering; 2415 Eisenhower Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22314. Telephone: 703-292-7105 and e-mail: VBROOKS@nsf.gov III. Period of Performance: The period of performance shall be one base year (twelve months) from the date of award and four additional option years.

IV. Background or Overview: Please review CISE SEATS Statement of Work for general overview of CISE SEATS requirements. This statement of work is for the first CISE task order of the SEATS contract, CISE is requesting 1 contractor for OAC, 1 contractor for CCF, 2 contractors for CNS, and 1 contractor for IIS.

III. Scope of Work:

a. OAC Contractor (1)- Will perform duties mostly in Work Area #1, #2 and #3 from CISE SEATS general Statement of Work. Some duties this contractor will be responsible to complete are as follows:

· Manage Advisory Committee for Advanced Cyberinfrastructure to include scheduling meetings, preparing meeting minutes, maintaining committee member information, maintaining and updating committee external SharePoint site.

· Manage OAC Monthly Newsletter.

· Manage OAC participants for the CISE Distinguished lecturer series.

· Assist OAC with preparing briefing packages, including visual presentations and newsletters, and assembling background materials to include any highlights from OAC projects. Send out presentations to appropriate audiences after meetings.

Many of the tasks are routine. However, often, there could be unique assignments. The expectation is that the individual will be able to perform the assigned duties above with little guidance and close coordination from OAC Office Director, OAC Office Deputy Director, OAC Business Operations Manager. Currently, the onsite requirement for this position is three times per year for a total of six days. This position would need to be onsite to support two Advisory Committee meetings two days per meeting and one OAC retreat for two days.

This position requires project management experience with proven business acumen in managing complex projects and experience in communications. Equivalent experience and/or certifications in project management or communications are acceptable in leu of a master’s degree in science, engineering or mathematics.

b. CNS Contractor (2): Will perform duties in Work Areas #1, # 2, #3, #4 from CISE SEATS general Statement of Work. Some duties this contractor will be responsible to complete are:

· Supporting program directors with data retrieval and analysis

· Scientific writing, and presentation preparation for panels, site visits, and principal investigator meetings.

Many of the tasks are routine. However, often, there could be unique assignments. The expectation is that the individual will be able to perform the assigned duties above with little guidance and close coordination from CNS Program Directors. The work performed under this Contract shall be accomplished at the contractor site, telework, and/or the National Science Foundation, Directorate for Computer and Information Science and Engineering.

This position requires a Science background: a Master’s degree in CISE‐ supported fields (Computer or Information Science, Engineering or Mathematics)– background to understand the funded research. Experience in managing research projects and teams. Familiarity with research, project and program management. Project management with proven business acumen in managing complex projects and budgets. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal and be highly proficient with Microsoft Office specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint and OneNote. The contractor should also be proficient with calendar and schedule management using Outlook; Zoom, OneDrive and Microsoft Teams, Box and Slack; and should be familiar with Microsoft SharePoint and/or other online collaboration tools; must be able to automate and innovate.

c. CCF Contractor (1): Will perform duties in Work Areas #1, and #2 from CISE SEATS general Statement of Work. Some duties this contractor will be responsible to complete are:

· Assist program staff in the aspects of the management of the program that include but are not limited to:

1. Assist in preparation, staffing, and clearing of program solicitations and management plans.

2. Assist in developing communication materials/slides for public presentations by Program Officers.

3. Coordination and logistics planning for workshops and other community and interagency coordination and planning activities.

4. Provide support to Program Officers through the maintenance and distribution of process documents, templates, timelines, etc., to maintain accountability for award and decline processing.

5. Aid in binning proposals into panels utilizing available tools.

6. Provide support in panelist recruiting; aid Program Officers in finding new reviewers through the use of multiple methods, including the administration of reviewer surveys, curating resulting data, and coordinating the use of those resources.

Many of the tasks are routine. However, often, there could be unique assignments. The expectation is that the individual will be able to perform the assigned duties above with little guidance and close coordination from CCF Program Directors. The work performed under this Contract shall be accomplished at the National Science Foundation, Directorate for Computer and Information Science and Engineering.

This position requires a science background: a Master’s degree in CISE‐ supported fields (Computer or Information Science, Engineering or Mathematics)– background to understand the funded research. Experience in managing research projects and teams. Familiarity with research, project and program management. Project management with proven business acumen in managing complex projects and budgets. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal and be highly proficient with Microsoft Office specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint and OneNote. The contractor should also be proficient with calendar and schedule management using Outlook; Zoom, OneDrive and Microsoft Teams, Box and Slack; and should be familiar with Microsoft SharePoint and/or other online collaboration tools; must be able to automate and innovate.

d. IIS Contractor (1): Will perform duties in Work Areas #1, and #2 from CISE SEATS general Statement of Work. Some duties this contractor will be responsible to complete are:

· Assist program staff in the aspects of the management of the program that include but are not limited to:

1. Assist in preparation, staffing, and clearing of program solicitations and management plans.

2. Assist in developing communication materials/slides for public presentations by Program Officers.

3. Coordination and logistics planning for workshops and other community and interagency coordination and planning activities.

4. Provide support to Program Officers through the maintenance and distribution of process documents, templates, timelines, etc., to maintain accountability for award and decline processing.

5. Aid in binning proposals into panels utilizing available tools.

6. Provide support in panelist recruiting; aid Program Officers in finding new reviewers through the use of multiple methods, including the administration of reviewer surveys, curating resulting data, and coordinating the use of those resources.

Many of the tasks are routine. However, often, there could be unique assignments. The expectation is that the individual will be able to perform the assigned duties above with little guidance and close coordination from IIS Program Directors. The work performed under this Contract shall be accomplished at the National Science Foundation, Directorate for Computer and Information Science and Engineering.

This position requires a Science background: a Master’s degree in CISE‐ supported fields (Computer or Information Science, Engineering or Mathematics)– background to understand the funded research. Experience in managing research projects and teams. Familiarity with research, project and program management. Project management with proven business acumen in managing complex projects and budgets. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal and be highly proficient with Microsoft Office specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint and OneNote. The contractor should also be proficient with calendar and schedule management using Outlook; Zoom, OneDrive and Microsoft Teams, Box and Slack; and should be familiar with Microsoft SharePoint and/or other online collaboration tools; must be able to automate and innovate.

IV. Place of Performance: The work will be performed at the National Science Foundation (NSF) headquarters unless specifically stated in section III within the requested contractor duties. Opportunities for conducting the work virtually are available but members will need to report on site as directed for events and/or other activities. Virtual work could change to fully onsite work depending on guidance from the Office of Personnel Management and/or the NSF Office of the Director.

V. Agency Staff, Roles, and Responsibilities: CISE staff will continue to be responsible for the scientific assessment of program directions, the creation of new programs, award recommendations, and financial/scientific oversight of awards.

VI. Reporting Requirements: The Contractor shall meet with the CISE technical lead and contracting officer representative staff regularly to understand CISE requirements, processes, and systems. The Contractor shall participate in weekly review meetings and be prepared to present and discuss the following:

a. Activities planned for the week;

b. Work and deliverables completed during the period;

c. Status of ongoing activities;

d. Activities planned for the following period;

e. Problems or issues projected or identified;

f. Alternatives and/or recommended solution(s) for identified or projected problems or issues;

In addition, the Contractor shall provide a monthly report that captures deliverables completed within the month and upcoming tasks for the next month.

Furthermore, contractors assigned within this task order shall be accessible Monday through Friday during NSF business hours. Depending on program need and availability of funds, contractors will be available to travel to no more than three major workshops per year.

VII. Government Furnished Property (GFP): A space will be assigned in a manner consistent with NSF space management guidelines. Standard staff computing equipment will also be provided and inventoried once assigned.

VIII. Schedule and Milestones:

· NSF Onboarding – week one.

· Structured training on NSF systems and general processes – week one/two.

· Structured training on processes and practices – week one/two.

IX. Deliverables: Describe in detail what deliverables the Contractor will produce under the project and the due date(s). Please see the example below:

Kick‐off meeting

Within ten (10) business days of task order award

Deliverables as requested

Within the time frames specified