A-2 PWS - JLTC Turkish Acquistion Course (1) (5 Apr 23).pdf

Performance Work Statement

For

Turkish Acquisition Course

I. Introduction. The Joint Language Training Center seeks a qualified institution to provide initial acquisition training in the Turkish Language and Culture. This training will be no less than 1,100 class hours (approximately 44 weeks) with a minimum end goal of achieving a 2/2 on the Turkish Defense Language Proficiency Test for a classroom of up to six (6) students.

II. General Information. Primary training will be conducted in person at a suitable location provided by the contractor as specified in this Performance Work Statement. The course may also require some remote instruction or tutoring based on changing needs of the students over the course of the training period. Regular schedule for instruction will be Monday – Friday. Course dates will be determined during final planning once the contract is awarded. Program of instruction (POI) may include classroom instruction, homework, practical exercises, and cultural field trips/guest speakers when available.

III. Background Information. The Joint Language Training Center (JLTC) provides language analysis and support to government agencies. Soldiers and Airman of the Utah National Guard assigned to the JLTC must possess advanced language capabilities, cultural understanding, and regional expertise to meet operational requirements. These requirements will include reading and listening comprehension, the ability to translate or provide summary translation in the English language as well as provide advice to senior decision makers based on cultural and other activity patterns or current events in a relevant region.

IV. Government Responsibilities. The Joint Language Training Center will provide the following:

• Up to 6 Students with a Defense Language Aptitude Battery (DLAB) Score of 105 or higher for a Category III language -or- proven proficiency in an existing Category III or Category IV language.

• A location and scheduling support for the administration of up to two (2) Turkish DLPTs at an interval as requested by the instructor(s).

• A class leader from among the student body that will be responsible for overall accountability and issue mitigation on behalf of the students.

• JLTC Leadership oversight of course progress with availability to meet with course designers and instructors as needed.

V. Contractor Responsibilities. The Contractor will provide the following:

• Instructor(s) with a certified background and experience in teaching the Turkish Language.

• A course manager responsible for the development of course materials, lesson plans and key learning objectives (may be the same person as the instructor).

• A dedicated facility, owned and operated by the selected contractor with the ability to provide a safe and secure space for students. Must be within local commuting distance of (50 miles) of Camp Williams, Utah.

• All audio visual and IT infrastructure to facilitate any AV based learning requirements.

• A full syllabus or program of instruction that outlines weekly learning objectives, and periodic milestones for assessing student progress and performance. Curriculum and lesson plans with associated course materials must be reviewed by JLTC Leadership.

• Individual student evaluations and certificate of completion for those that meet course standards.

• Remote tutoring or remediation training as needed for students that may be falling behind on course standards.

VI. Performance Objectives and Standards. The minimum objective of this course is to achieve of an Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) skill level score 2 or better in both Listening and Reading. Work performance standards indicate that an ILR skill level score of 3 or better is most appropriate for the operational requirements listed. Students must also possess a qualified understanding of cultural and regional nuance within Turkish speaking communities and countries. Measurement standards for these performance objectives will include the Defense Language Proficiency Test for ILR skill levels and any test or tools developed by the instructor for assessing cultural and regional expertise. JLTC Leadership will meet with the instructor and course manager at regular intervals to evaluate progress toward these performance objectives.

VII. Special Requirements. Instructors identified for this course must have a recent background check at the Contractors expense and be clear of any felony criminal history.

Due to some operational requirements or service-based entitlements, it may be necessary for some students to miss up to 20% of the course POI. Reasons for absences may include other mandatory training exercises, professional military education or the required utilization of annual or sick leave. To accommodate these shifting requirements, it is necessary for the POI to include opportunities for remedial training to assist any students with keeping up with their peers.

Instructors and the contractor may work with the JLTC to determine specific blackout dates when students will not be able to miss the course for any reason (without concurrent approval of both JLTC and the Instructor), examples of blackout periods may include periods leading up to important course performance milestones. Students will be expected to plan any required absences around these periods.

Based on changing operational needs, it may be necessary for certain skills to be integrated into course materials.

JLTC Leadership will provide sufficient notice to the course manager when a change in curriculum is necessary to meet these emerging needs.

Removal of a student from the course will be at full discretion of the JLTC with recommendation of the contractor or instructor.

VIII. Deliverables.

Name Description

Proposed course syllabus A daily lesson plan to include descriptions of activities and learning objectives for each activity.

This will include a list of any associated media or course materials

Instructor credentials/resume A curriculum vitae detailing the instructor(s) experience and skills. Should demonstrate expertise in providing language support in government contexts.

Individual student assessments (Certificate of Completion)

Documentation certifying the learner’s ability to apply course concepts in both theoretical and practical applications.

IX. Terms and Conditions.

Contractors attempting to bid for this contract must be able to demonstrate the ability to meet the base requirements outlined in this Performance Work Statement. During the review period of the proposal, JLTC personnel may conduct a survey of the facilities.

Upon awarding of the contract, the JLTC and Contractor will be able to meet to negotiate modifications to any aspect of the PWS so long as modifications do not result in an increase of cost to the federal government.