Attachment 1 ECS PWS.pdf

ECS PWS

Center for Security Forces

ECS Instructor

Expeditionary Combat Skills Instructor Contract ii

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TABLE OF CONTENTS ........................................................................................................... iii

LIST OF ATTACHMENTS ............................................................................................ vii

SECTION 1 BACKGROUND AND GENERAL INFORMATION

Section 1-1 Scope Section 1-2 Purpose Section 1-3 Period of Performance Section 1-4 Breadth of Personnel Requirements Section 1-5 Contract Management Section 1-5.1 Contract Program Manager Section 1-5.2 Contract Site Lead Section 1-6 Travel Requirements Section 1-7 Government Points of Contact Section 1-8 Government Roles and Responsibilities

SECTION 2 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTATION AND SUPPORT MATERIALS

Section 2-1 Support Materials–Government Furnished Information (GFI) Section 2-2 Training Course Control Document (TCCD)

SECTION 3 TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

Section 3-1 General Requirements Section 3-1.1 Training Environment Section 3-1.2 Training Schedules Section 3-1.3 Changes to Curriculum Section 3-1.4 Academic Standards Section 3-1.5 Navy Academic Review Board (ARB) Procedures Section 3-1.6 Classroom Decorum and Order Section 3-1.6.1 Complaints against Students Section 3-1.6.2 Complaints by Contract Instructors against Military Staff Section 3-1.6.3 Complaints against Contractor Personnel Section 3-1.7 Instructor Management Section 3-1.7.1 Instructor Replacement Section 3-2 Student Supervision Section 3-3 Classroom Preparations and Responsibility Section 3-4 Course Description Section 3-4.1 Expeditionary Combat Skills (ECS)

SECTION 4 INSTRUCTOR REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Section 4-1 Basic Instructor Requirements Section 4-2 General Section 4-3 Basic Instructor Qualifications Section 4-4 Dress Code and Grooming Standards Section 4-4.1 Dress Code Section 4-4.2 Grooming Standards Section 4-5 Instructor Categories Section 4-5.1 ECS Medical Support Instructors Section 4-5.1.1 Medical Support – Phase Lead Section 4-5.1.2 Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) iv

Section 4-5.2 Weapons Based Course Instructors Section 4-5.2.1 Weapons Based – Phase Leads Section 4-5.2.2 Small Arms Requirements and Standards Section 4-5.2.2.1 Small Arms Weapons Instructor Section 4-5.2.2.2 Small Arms Proficiency Section 4-5.2.2.3 Line Coach (Small Arms) Section 4-5.2.2.4 Range Safety Officer (RSO) Section 4-5.2.3 CBRNE Topic Instructor Section 4-5.2.4 C-IED Topic Instructor Section 4-5.2.5 Communication and Convoy Topics Instructor Section 4-5.2.6 JET Topic Instructor Section 4-5.3 Compliance Section 4-5.4 Armed Sentry Representative Section 4-6 Operation Of Government Owned Or Leased Vehicles Section 4-7 Vehicle and Other Insurance Requirements Section 4-8 Transportation Section 4-9 Other Training Requirements Section 4-10 Contract Instructor Conduct Section 4-11 Waivers

SECTION 5 INSTRUCTOR EVALUATION AND CERTIFICATION

Section 5-1 Instructor Evaluation and Certification Process Section 5-1.1 Instructor Evaluation Section 5-2 Instructor Training Jackets (ITJ) Section 5-2.1 Core Unique Instructor Training (CUIT) Section 5-2.2 Physical Fitness Standards Section 5-2.3 Drug Free Training Environment Section 5-2.3.1 Drug Testing Section 5-2.3.2 Maintenance of Drug Free Environment Section 5-2.3.2.1 Prescribed Medications Section 5-2.3.2.2 Over-the-Counter Medications Section 5-2.3.3 Alcohol Policy Section 5-2.4 Use of Tobacco Products Section 5-2.5 Medical Screening Section 5-2.6 Psychological Screening Section 5-2.7 Arms, Ammunition and Explosives Screening Section 5-2.8 Basic First Aid Section 5-2.9 Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Section 5-2.10 Lautenberg Amendment Section 5-2.11 Blood-borne Pathogen Training Section 5-2.12 Hearing Conservation Section 5-2.13 Universal Training Precautions (UTP)

SECTION 6 FACILITIES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Section 6-1 Instructor Only Training Equipment and Facilities Section 6-2 Contractor Furnished Equipment

SECTION 7 MOBILIZATION

Section 7.1 Mobilization Phase v

Section 7.1.1 Mobilization Weekly Status Report

SECTION 8 TRANSITION OUT PHASE

Section 8-1 Transition out Phase

SECTION 9 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Section 9-1 Safety Section 9-2 Emergency Action Plan Section 9-3 Mishap Section 9-4 Contractor Responsibility for Safety

SECTION 10 PERSONNEL AND INFORMATION SECURITY REQUIREMENTS .. 38

Section 10-1 General Policy Section 10-2 Background Investigations Section 10-2.1 U. S. Citizenship Section 10-2.2 Access to Classified Information Section 10-2.3 Positions Not Requiring Access to Classified Material Section 10-2.4 Common Access Card (CAC) Section 10-2.4.1 Return of CAC Cards

SECTION 11 DELIVERABLES

Section 11-1 Contractor’s Quality Assurance Plan Section 11-2 Monthly Status Report Section 11-3 Trip Report Section 11-4 Service Contract Reporting (SCR)

SECTION 12 ADDITIONAL ISSUES AND CONCERNS

Section 12-1 Privacy Act Compliance Section 12-2 Proprietary Information Section 12-3 Non-Personal Service Statement vi vii

List of Attachments

Attachment A Training Course Control Document for

Expeditionary Combat Skills (ECS) Rev. E (A-830-0030) (Currently Effective Revision)

Attachment B* NAVEDTRA 142 (Navy Training Process)

Attachment C CENSECFORINST 1540.1 (Training Policy and

Guidance)

Attachment D* OPNAVINST 1500.75 (Policy and Guidance for Conducting High-Risk Training)

Attachment E* NETCINST 1500.13 (Naval Education and Training

Command High-Risk Training Safety Program)

Attachment F* Section 2, Chapter 2, U.S. Navy Uniform Regulations

Attachment G* OPNAVINST 3591.1 (Small Arms Training and

Qualification)

Attachment H* DoDM 4500.36(Acquisition, Management, and Use of DoD Non-Tactical Vehicles)

Attachment I* NAVFAC Publication P-300 (Management and

Support of Civil Engineering Equipment)

Attachment J* NAVEDTRA 43466 (Security Force Weapons PQS)

Attachment K CENSECFORNOTE 1500 (Center for Security Forces FY-Current Year Mandatory Training)

Attachment L* DOD Instruction 1010.09 (DoD Civilian Employee

Drug-Free Workplace Program)

Attachment M* BUMEDINST 6120.20 (Competence for Duty Examinations, Evaluations of Sobriety, and other Bodily Views and Intrusions by Medical Personnel)

Attachment N CENSECFORINST 5100.1 (High Risk Training

Safety) viii

Attachment O* OPNAVINST 5100.23 (Navy Safety and Health (SOH) Program Manual)

Attachment P* DoDM 5200.02 (PROCEDURES FOR THE DOD

PERSONNEL SECURITY PROGRAM (PSP))

Attachment Q* SECNAV M-5510.30 (Department of the Navy Personnel Security Program)

Attachment R* DoDM 5220.22 (National Industrial Security

Program Operating Manual)

Attachment S* OPNAV 5530/1 (Rev. Aug 2020) Report of

Screening for Personnel Assigned Arms, Ammunition, and Explosives Related Duties

Attachment T* High Risk Student Medical Screening Form NETC

Form 1500/5 (contained in NETCINST 1500.13 Series – Naval Education and Training Command High and Moderate Risk Training Safety Program)

Attachment U* High Risk Instructor Screening Guide

Enclosure to OPNAVINST 1500.75 Series (Safety Policy and Procedures for Conducting High Risk Training)

Attachment V* Medical Officer’s Interview Guide

Enclosure to OPNAVINST 1500.75 Series (Safety

Attachment W* High-Risk Instructor Medical Questionnaire

Enclosure to OPNAVINST 1500.75 Series- (Safety

Attachment X* NAVSAFECOM INST 5200.3 Series Access to Navy

Safety Command Information

Note:

1) All attachments denoted with an asterisk (*) can be searched and viewed online. The most current policy version is applicable.

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SECTION 1 BACKGROUND AND GENERAL

INFORMATION

Section 1-1 Scope

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) describes the performance requirements for Expeditionary Combat Skills (ECS) instructor services as required by the Center for Security Forces (CENSECFOR). This training shall be conducted for Naval personnel, Government civilian personnel, and others as directed by CENSECFOR and shall be performed at CENSECFOR Detachment Gulfport, MS. The contractor shall support CENSECFOR in the performance of instructional/training duties at this learning activity by providing instructor personnel who possess the requisite qualifications, expertise, and skills to deliver the respective Course of Instruction (COI).

Section 1-2 Purpose

The purpose of this PWS is to define the instructional, operational, and administrative tasks required to deliver formalized training support in the areas of basic expeditionary combat skills to Navy personnel. All training shall be in support of the formal course curriculum as developed and provided by CENSECFOR, and shall be delivered under the coordination of the CENSECFOR Officer in Charge (OIC), Training Officer, and ECS Course Manager.

Section 1-3 Period of Performance

The period of performance associated with this PWS shall be for a twelve (12) month base period, and four (4), twelve (12) month option years to be exercised at the option of the Government. The twelve-month base period is derived of a 45-day mobilization period and the remaining days of the base period for instructor support only.

Section 1-4 Breadth of Personnel Requirements

Based on current requirements, the contractor shall provide instructors at CENSECFOR DET Gulfport, MS as shown in Table 1-2 below. All instructor personnel shall possess the necessary qualifications, skills, background, and expertise as specified in Sections 4 and 5.

Periods of Performance

Period From To Mobilization 18 July 2026 31 August 2026

Base Year 01 September 2026 17 July 2027

Option Year One 18 July 2027 17 July 2028

Option Year Two 18 July 2028 17 July 2029

Option Year Three 18 July 2029 17 July 2030

Option Year Four 18 July 2030 17 July 2031

ECS Instructor Requirements

Location

ECS Medical Support TCCC

Instructors

ECS Weapons Based

Instructors Total

Instructors

CENSECFOR DET Gulfport, MS

12 45 57

Table 1-2 ECS Instructor Requirements

Section 1-5 Contract Management

The OIC, CENSECFOR Detachment Gulfport, under the cognizance of the CENSECFOR Director of Training (DOT), is responsible for technical management of this training program.

The CENSECFOR Contracting Officer Representative (COR) shall serve as the Fleet Logistics Center, Norfolk (FLCN) Procuring Contracting Officer’s (PCO) primary point of contact (POC).

The CENSECFOR COR shall provide overall technical oversight and management of this contract with the support of a designated Technical Assistant (TA) at the training location.

Section 1-5.1 Contract Program Manager

No later than ten (10) days after contract award, the contractor shall designate an individual who will serve as the primary point of contact for the PCO and CENSECFOR COR regarding issues relating to this contract. The contract Program Manager (PM) shall be empowered to make management level decisions in support of this contract effort, and shall oversee the Contract Det. Lead.

Section 1-5.2 Contract Site Lead

The contractor shall designate a Contract Site Lead, which, in addition to performing instructor duties, shall provide basic administrative management and supervision of the contract instructors providing services under this PWS and shall act as the local POC for the Government. The contract site lead reports to the course supervisor for the delivery of the daily administrative delivery of the course. The Contract Site Lead (or alternate acting in the absence of the Site Lead) shall have full authority to act for the contractor on all contract matters relating to the daily operations of the contract at the training location. The contractor shall furnish, in writing, to the OIC, CENSECFOR COR, and ECS Training Officer/Technical Assistant, the names and phone numbers of the Contract Site Lead (and alternate) within 15 days of contract award. The contractor shall notify the CENSECFOR OIC, CENSECFOR COR, and designated TA within one (1) working day, whenever changes are made.

Section 1-6 Travel Requirements

All travel will be executed per the applicable policies of the Federal Travel Regulation (FTR) accessible at: https://www.gsa.gov/policy-regulations/regulations/federal-travel-regulation-ftr.

All travel shall be preapproved by the CENSECFOR COR. Travel not directly related to the requirements of this this PWS, as validated by the CENSECFOR COR, will not be reimbursed by the Government. Travel related to the temporary or permanent replacement of contractor employee will be accomplished at no additional cost to the Government.

Prior to executing travel, the traveler shall submit a travel request in the format prescribed by the contractor. A copy of this travel request shall be routed, via the PM, to the CENSECFOR COR. The CENSECFOR COR will return validated travel requests to the PM with Government approval.

When travel is performed, the contractor will prepare a Trip Report as detailed in this PWS and will note the travel in the Monthly Status Report.

REIMBURSEMENT OF TRAVEL COST

Performance under this contract requires travel by contractor employees. When travel is required, the contractor is responsible for making all needed arrangements for contractor employees.

The Government will reimburse the contractor for allowable travel costs incurred by the contractor in performance of the contract and determined to be per FAR Subpart 31.2, subject to the following provisions:

• Travel required for tasks assigned under this contract shall be governed per rules set forth for temporary duty travel (TDY) in FAR 31.205-46.

• Travel, subsistence and associated labor charges for travel time are authorized whenever a task assignment requires work to be accomplished at a temporary alternate worksite.

• Travel performed for personal convenience and daily travel to and from work at the contractor’s facility will not be reimbursed.

• Per diem for travel on work assigned under this contract will be reimbursed to employees consistent with company policy, but not to exceed the amount authorized in the

FTR.

• In rendering the services, the contractor shall be reimbursed for the actual costs of transportation incurred by its employees not to exceed the cost of tourist class rail, or plane fare to the extent that such transportation is necessary for the performance of the services hereunder and is authorized by the COR. Such authorization by the COR shall be indicated in the order or in some other suitable written form. To the maximum extent practicable without the impairment of the effectiveness of the mission, transportation shall be tourist class. In the event that only first class travel is available, it will be allowed, provided justification therefore is fully documented and warranted.

• The use of privately owned conveyance within the continental United States by the traveler will be reimbursed to the contractor at the mileage rate allowed by the FTR.

Authorization for the use of privately owned conveyance shall be indicated on the order.

Distances traveled between points shall be shown in standard highway mileage guides.

Any deviations from distance shown in such standard mileage guides shall be explained by the traveler on their expense sheet. The contractor shall be entitled to reimbursement for car rental, exclusive of mileage charges, as authorized by each order, when the services are required to be performed outside the normal commuting distance from the contractor’s facilities. Car rental for TDY teams will be limited to a rate of one car for every four (4) persons on TDY at one site.

Section 1-7 Government Points of Contact

Provided at contract award.

Section 1-8 Government Roles and Responsibilities

The following descriptions are provided to clarify the roles and responsibilities of the government personnel associated with this contract effort. Further description of the PCO, COR, ACOR, and TA responsibilities can be found in the Contract Administration Plan (CAP) that is included as an attachment to this contract.

• Commanding Officer (CO) – The Commanding Officer is responsible for all aspects regarding the operation of the command. The CO makes the final decision in all cases involving the CENSECFOR organization.

• Executive Director (ED) – The Executive Director supports the CO by providing guidance to the CENSECFOR organization as to the priority and operation of the command mission.

• Procuring Contracting Officer (PCO) – The contracting officer ensures performance of all necessary actions for effective contracting ensures compliance with the terms of the contract and safeguards the interests of the United States in the contractual relationship.

It is the Contracting Officer that assures the Contractor receives impartial, fair, and equitable treatment under the contract. The Contracting Officer is ultimately responsible for the final determination of the adequacy of the Contractor’s performance. The PCO is the only official authorized to obligate the Government or make changes in contract terms and/or conditions.

• Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) – An individual nominated by CENSECFOR, and designated in writing by the Contracting Officer to act as his/her authorized representative to assist in administering the contract. The source and authority of the COR is the Contracting Officer. COR limitations are contained in the written letter of appointment and the attached CAP.

• Technical Assistant (TA) – An individual nominated and designated in writing by CENSECFOR to act as the COR’s authorized representative. TA limitations are contained in the written letter of appointment. Normally, a TA is appointed at locations that are geographically separated from the COR and will report directly to the COR. The TA provides detailed oversight of the Contractor’s performance and reports on a regular basis (normally monthly), his/her findings to the COR. These findings should be timely, complete, and impartial. The TA will interact closely with the Contract Site Lead. Per the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), the TA shall not provide technical direction (in this sense, the TA may not add, increase or redefine the contractual requirements contained in the contract and/or task order), nor provide clarification as to contractual requirements established in the contract and/or task order, but instead must refer all such inquiries to the COR.

• Director of Training (DOT) – The DOT oversees the Training Directorate, and has oversight over the development and maintenance of the various course curricula, sustainment of training standards, maintenance of training metrics, functional oversight of learning activities, and a myriad of related responsibilities.

• Course Curriculum Model Manager (CCMM) – An individual attached to the CENSECFOR Training Directorate, and has oversight over the delivery and format of a specific course (or group of courses). The CCMM functions as a technical expert on the course material, and ensures that the course delivery is standardized throughout the domain.

• Command Security Manager (CSM) – The CSM serves as the commanding officer's advisor in matters regarding the eligibility of personnel to access classified information held at the command, ensures that all personnel who will handle classified information or will be assigned to sensitive duties are appropriately cleared; that requests for personnel security investigations are properly prepared, submitted and monitored; and that access to classified information is limited to those who are eligible and have the need to know.

• Officer in Charge – The OIC is responsible for the delivery of training as well as the overall management of all resources assigned to that location, including personnel and facilities. The OIC oversees the daily production accomplished at the Detachment, and frequently interacts with the Contract Site Lead.

• ECS Training Officer – The ECS Training Officer is responsible for supervision and management of all Training and Operations conducted at the Detachment and ensuring all required resources are available and in place at the appropriate time. The Training Officer frequently interacts with the respective CENSECFOR Training Specialist and is designated as the TA to the COR.

• Course Supervisor – Appointed by the OIC to function as the manager of a specific COI. The Course Supervisor provides daily training schedules and is responsible for student management.

SECTION 2 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTATION AND

SUPPORT MATERIALS

Section 2-1 Support Materials–Government Furnished

Information (GFI)

GFI will be provided to contract instructors at the training location to support the instruction of the ECS course. The GFI shall consist of Navy Instructions (latest version), lesson outlines, instructor guides, student guides, special student handouts, and course tests for each COI. The Training Officer shall be the focal point for coordination of receipt of GFI and resolution of issues surrounding the GFI. Return of GFI shall be coordinated with the Training Officer upon completion of contractor performance or as directed by the CENSECFOR COR or the FLCN

PCO.

Section 2-2 Training Course Control Document (TCCD)

The Training Course Control Document (TCCD) and references contained within, identify enabling and terminal objectives. This document is hereby incorporated by reference and become a part of this PWS to the extent specified herein. In the event of a conflict between documents referenced herein and the contents of this PWS, the contents of this PWS take precedence. Nothing in this PWS, however, supersedes applicable laws and regulations, unless a specific exemption has been obtained. Contractors shall use the most recent and up to date versions of these training documents, which will be provided by the Government.

SECTION 3 TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

Section 3-1 General Requirements

The normal training cycle for Naval personnel is focused on the development of individual skills to support the accomplishment of generalized missions. Most of these missions are related to traditional Navy functions. The ECS COI provides basic combat skills to individuals attached to units within the Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC) and Naval Special Warfare (NSW) organizations. In accordance with Section 4 and 5 of the PWS, the contractor shall provide fully qualified and certified instructors who have demonstrated experience in an expeditionary warfare operational environment, weapons training and/or medical support experience.

Section 3-1.1 Training Environment

The services required hereunder shall be performed in one of the following specific instructional environments (these training environments are provided and maintained by the Government):

• Legacy Environment (Group-Paced, Instructor-Led). This is traditional classroom didactic instruction in a Navy resident schoolhouse environment. The contractor shall provide on-site instructors to teach the course.

• Legacy Lab Environment (Group-Paced, Instructor-Led). This includes Group-paced dynamic instruction in a Navy schoolhouse environment. The contractor shall provide on-site instruction/facilitation.

• Blended Learning. Structured opportunities to learn which use more than one teaching or training method, inside or outside the classroom, through which at least part of the content is delivered by computer-based instruction, This definition includes different learning or instructional methods (lecture, discussion, guided practice, reading, games case study, simulation) different delivery methods (face-to-face or computer mediated), different scheduling (synchronous or asynchronous) and different levels of guidance (individual, instructor or expert led, or group/social learning). More commonly, blended learning refers to a combination of face-to-face teaching and technologies; (Adapted from Seel2012). It involves changing traditional schooling methods and organization by taking advantage of new technologies.

As CENSECFOR pursues high-velocity learning, the use of digital or film based video and photography recording and playback may be employed to increase student proficiency and aid in rapid feedback. Possible uses of these videos/photos include the following:

- In laboratory environment, these video/photos and associated systems may be used by the Instructor to conduct timely and detailed feedback on student performance.

- Videos/photos may be archived and used as instructional tools to show both positive and negative scenarios and behaviors while in laboratories.

- Scripted and unscripted videos could be used as model maneuvers and actions to be used for future laboratory evolutions as well as possible Computer-Based Training (CBT) or other educational material.

- Promote CENSECFOR training and recruiting for Instructors within the Navy.

- Videos/photos may be used for other promotional activities such as:

* Promotional purposes for Fleet use

* Sharing with external entities in the public domain

* Course overview

* Navy social media content

- As CENSECFOR moves toward blended VR/AR approach, these videos/photos may be used to assist in the generation and production of advanced training aides.

- Administrative uses, such as historic reporting and record keeping, may be performed with these videos/photos.

Only CENSECFOR authorized video/photo equipment shall be used and only when authorized by Learning Activity Leadership. Instructors and students are not authorized to take video/photos on their personal devices, even in support of training delivery.

All digital or film based videos and photographs are subject to reuse in U.S. Navy products for public release.

Note: Contractor will not be required to supply any recording equipment, but merely allow their Instructors to participate in the recording of video or filming of CENSECFOR students in training. Contractor will not be compensated if involved in video since any filming conducted during training evolutions will be considered within scope of this PWS. If utilized, all recording equipment used will be considered Government Furnished Equipment (GFE), and local Government authorities shall be responsible for check in / out procedures.

Release of videos and/or photographs shall not be made without CENSECFOR Curriculum Control Authority (CCA) approval.

Section 3-1.2 Training Schedules

Training shall normally be conducted eight hours a day (early morning, evening, or night shift), five (5) days a week for the length of the course. However, the daily activity may extend up to twelve (12) hours if required to meet all training objectives outlined in the curriculum. Student remediation may be required and shall, when necessary, be considered beyond the normal eight (8) hour training time for each class. During the execution of the class schedule where holidays or other events impact the expeditious movement of students through the training pipeline, the CENSECFOR OIC may extend the number of daily training hours to compensate for the loss of training time

Section 3-1.3 Changes to Curriculum

Only training materials and lesson plans developed and promulgated by CENSECFOR N7 will be used in training delivery. It is recognized that certain portions of the course may become outdated based on a number of external factors. The contractor’s instructors are encouraged to identify and submit recommended changes to the course curriculum to the ECS Training Officer.

However, the content of the instructional material shall not be modified until formally changed by CENSECFOR N7. Additionally, during periodic course reviews, instructors may be tasked to provide assistance in the development of new course material. Instructor change recommendations shall be at no additional cost to the Government and shall become the property of the Government.

Section 3-1.4 Academic Standards

All instructors shall adhere to and maintain academic standards (e.g., course grading criteria) in accordance with assessment standards for the course. Academic standards for each course can be found in the testing Section of the course curriculum. If the student(s) have academic problems, the instructor shall inform the Course Supervisor and provide remediation to improve their course performance. Whenever possible without adversely impacting the course schedule, remediation shall be accomplished during normal training hours.

Section 3-1.5 Navy Academic Review Board (ARB) Procedures

In cases where a student's performance does not improve with remediation, a Navy Academic Review Board (ARB) may be convened by the appropriate Government authority. The board evaluates a student’s progress and recommends a course of action when the student has failed to achieve learning objectives. In the event a student undergoes the ARB procedures, contract instructors may be required to provide student performance information. Academic Review Boards are discussed in NAVEDTRA 142 (Navy Training Process) and CENSECFORINST

1540.1 (Training Policy and Guidance).

Section 3-1.6 Training Decorum and Order

Contract instructors shall have the authority and are empowered to maintain their classrooms, ranges, and laboratory training areas in an orderly and professional atmosphere. They are responsible for ensuring students follow all policies, instructions and procedures governing training. Contract instructors are not empowered to physically discipline student or take physical action of a punitive nature.

Section 3-1.6.1 Complaints against Students

Students are expected to conduct themselves in a professional and military manner. Students who fail to conduct themselves with the proper decorum shall be cautioned by the contract instructor, and then referred to the ECS Course Supervisor. If the inappropriate conduct continues, the student shall be referred by the ECS Course Supervisor to the CENSECFOR OIC. This does not preclude immediate referral if, in the opinion of the instructor, the misconduct is of such severity as to warrant such action. In the event of any formal military action against students under their tutelage is required, contract instructors shall be requested to provide written statements to, or appear in person, at Non-Judicial Punishment (NJP) or Courts-Martial proceedings. Providing written statements and appearing in person at Non- Judicial Punishment or Courts-Martial proceedings for student classroom misconduct arising under this contract shall be deemed part of the instructor's contractual duties and shall not be a basis for a claim for additional payment under this contract.

Section 3-1.6.2 Complaints by Contract Instructors against Military Staff

Contract instructors shall report any threats to the training environment, order and discipline (e.g., fraternization, sexual harassment, discrimination, etc.) between contract employees and military staff to their Contract Site Lead, and/or the ECS Training Officer and OIC or AOIC who shall notify the CENSECFOR COR immediately of the problem. Upon notification to the CENSECFOR COR that a complaint has been received, the OIC shall investigate the validity of the complaint with the cooperation of the Contract Site Lead. The CENSECFOR DET OIC will provide the results of the investigation to the PCO, CENSECFOR COR, Contract Program Manager and the Contract Site Lead, and any other personnel as deemed appropriate not later than 10 days after the complaint was submitted.

If the complaint is determined valid, the CENSECFOR OIC shall be responsible for initiation of the proper course of action. Contract personnel may be requested to provide written statements to, or appear in person, at NJP or Courts-Martial proceedings. Such statements or appearances may be directly related to charges or may provide information for use in determining appropriate punishment. Providing written statements and appearing in person at NJP or Courts-Martial proceedings shall be deemed part of the instructor's contractual duties and shall not be a basis for a claim for additional payment under this contract.

Section 3-1.6.3 Complaints against Contractor Personnel

In the event that a complaint is made regarding the conduct of contractor personnel, the CENSECFOR OIC shall immediately notify the CENSECFOR COR and Contract Det. Lead.

The COR will notify the Contract Vendor Program Manager. Depending upon the severity of the offense, the CENSECFOR OIC may request the removal of the contract instructor(s) named in the complaint from instructor duty while the complaint is investigated. Should the Contractor elect not to remove the contract instructor, he shall notify the CENSECFOR OIC and COR in writing of the rationale for not removing the instructor. In situations in which student or staff safety is threatened, the government is empowered to immediately take appropriate steps to mitigate the situation, to include relieving contract instructors of instructor duty.

Upon completion of the investigation, the CENSECFOR OIC shall provide results to the PCO, CENSECFOR COR, and Contract Program Manager (and/or Contract Det. Lead). If the results of the investigation prove the complaint to be valid, the Contract Program Manager shall have a maximum of three (3) working days to propose a corrective plan for resolving the matter. This plan shall be submitted to the PCO, with copies to the CENSECFOR COR and CENSECFOR OIC. In the event that the Government deems the corrective plan insufficient for resolution of the problem, a written response to the Contractor Program Manager shall be provided within three (3) working days.

Section 3-1.7 Instructor Management

The contractor shall provide a list of contractor personnel to the ECS COR, CCMM and ECS Training Officer at the start date of contract performance, thereafter as any changes occur, and in accordance with the Monthly Status Report requirements in this PWS. Contracted instructors shall not be dismissed or removed when they have a class in session, except for cause under Sections 3-1.6.3 or instructor requirements under Section 4.

Section 3-1.7.1 Instructor Replacement

In the event that contractor instructor personnel are temporarily or permanently unavailable for more than four (4) days for any reason other than Paid Time Off or short duration Leave without Pay, the contractor shall be required to identify a replacement instructor that meets the instructor qualification requirements contained in Sections 4 and 5 of this PWS. The contractor shall provide a detailed replacement plan to the CENSECFOR COR and CENSECFOR OIC within 72 hours of instructor departure and the identified replacement instructor shall start performance within ten (10) working days. Any such replacement shall occur without interrupting the class schedule, without additional expense to the Government, and within ten

(10) working days of the unavailability of the instructor. The contractor shall be responsible for obtaining any Government issued identification cards from the former employee and to turn over those items to the designated TA immediately upon termination of employment.

If the amount or duration of the loss of contractor Instructor(s) is deemed to be detrimental to the delivery of the ECS COI, the Government may take such action as to: document substandard performance in a Contractor’s Deficiency Report (CDR), reject contractor invoices for services due to the contractor’s failure to deliver services as stated and quantified in the PWS, and/or cancel the contract.

Section 3-2 Student Supervision

Contract Instructors shall be present during all activities or evolutions in which students are participating that are related to the Enabling or Terminal Objectives of the curriculum to provide appropriate instructional supervision, oversight, and subject matter expert (SME) support.

Section 3-3 Classroom Preparations and Responsibilities

Contract instructors shall assist in classroom and laboratory preparation, including ranges and remote training sites, student administration, test proctoring, and safety procedures to avoid interruptions in the training day. Instructors shall promote a safe and secure environment conducive to learning for courses supported under this contract.

Section 3-4 Course Description

Section 3-4.1 Expeditionary Combat Skills (ECS)

The Expeditionary Combat Skills (ECS) course is designed to provide eligible personnel with basic expeditionary combat skills training necessary to professionally and safely perform high risk security operations when assigned to Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC) or Naval Special Warfare (NSW) organizations. This course will provide NECC and NSW personnel with the necessary individual knowledge, skills and abilities to perform Basic Tactical Communications, Convoy Operations – Basic, Small Arms, Tactical Shooting, Counter Improvised Explosive Devices (C-IED), Mission Planning, Basic Tactical Movement, Basic Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosive (CBRNE) Procedures, and Judgement-based Engagement Training (JET) / Tactical Decision Making (Shoot/Don’t Shoot).

The ECS course will allow personnel to demonstrate, qualify and become comfortable with both primary and secondary weapons. Students will perform basic movement while engaging targets, transition from primary to secondary weapon, execute vehicle emergency egress procedures, and conduct live-fire exercises in a controlled environment. Additionally, students will become familiar with the psycho/physiological effects induced during deadly force or life threatening confrontations and measures to effectively minimize their impact on engagement decision making during JET Training. This course is classified as High Risk as defined in OPNAVINST

1500.75 (Policy and Guidance for Conducting High-Risk Training).

SECTION 4 INSTRUCTOR REQUIREMENTS AND

QUALIFICATIONS

Section 4-1 Basic Instructor Requirements

The contractor shall provide instructors who meet the qualifications and requirements stated within sections 4 and 5, and possess the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities to complete CUIT certification and deliver each phase and topic assigned. Any contractor personnel proposed to serve as substitutes and/or replacements shall be as qualified as the individuals they are replacing. The qualifications include the requirements established in sections 4 and 5 of this PWS, as well as the ability to rapidly complete the CUIT process described in section 5-

2.1. All qualifications and certifications shall be supported by a complete Instructor Training Jacket (ITJ) as established in section 5-2.

Several training courses are designated as High-Risk per NETCINST 1500.13, Naval Education and Training Command High-Risk Training Safety Program. Given this designation and CENSECFOR’s commitment to providing a safe and effective learning environment, the government invokes its right to assess any proposed contract instructor’s background using the process as described in Section 5. The government retains the right to refuse to accept any proposed contract instructors considered unqualified or unsafe based on the results of the assessment and as dictated in NETCINST 1500.13.

In extenuating circumstances, waivers of instructor qualifications may be entertained by the CENSECFOR DOT. All instructor qualification waiver requests shall be submitted in writing to the CENSECFOR DOT via the CENSECFOR COR.

Section 4-2 General

All contractor instructors, contractor instructor supervisors, and other contractor personnel shall conform to and comply with the rules, regulations, and other requirements of the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy, and as otherwise specified in this PWS for integrity, grooming, conduct, speech, student fraternization, physical fitness, safety, and security. In order to perform the ECS training services as provided for in this PWS, the contractor instructor cadre(s) shall possess a minimum of two (2) years documented tactical military operational experience involving:

• Basic Tactical Communications

• Convoy Operations - Basic

• Small Arms

• Tactical Shooting

• Counter Improvised Explosive Devices (C-IED)

• Mission Planning

• Basic Tactical Movement

• Basic CBRNE Procedures

• Tactical Decision Making (Shoot/Don’t Shoot)

In addition, each contractor instructor shall:

• Be a qualified instructor in accordance with the specific requirements identified in the following sections. Have 2 years of experience as an instructor delivering training.

• Have knowledge of basic and advanced training techniques to include classroom management, Classroom Assessment Techniques (CATs), and student motivation.

• Have knowledge of computer technology application as it applies to instructional presentation and the use of classroom training aids.

• Possess high personal standards of technical knowledge and professional competence in delivering training material.

• Possess the ability to perform in a military environment.

• Possess a familiarity with the organization and hierarchy of the U. S. Navy, military rank/grade structure.

• Possess a knowledge of Navy and military terminology.

• Possess above average communication skills and the ability to comprehend both verbal and written instructions.

• Obtain access to Risk Management Information (RMI) system in accordance with COMNAVSAFECOM 5200.3 – Access to Navy Safety Command Information (High- Risk Instructors only).

Additionally, contractor instructors are expected to maintain the personal standards of technical and professional levels of competence that are at least equal to that of the Department of the Navy military personnel undergoing training. The morale and motivation of student and instructional personnel shall be maintained at a maximum level to ensure a favorable environment for learning.

Section 4-3 Basic Instructor Qualifications

All instructor personnel shall possess the instructional qualifications contained within this Section. All instructors shall possess one of the following qualifications:

1. Have attended the Navy Instructor Training Course (NITC) (A-012-0077) (or military service equivalent),or

2. Academic credentialing (teacher/professor), or

3. Instructor training via an academic institution. Academic ITC requirements should contain at a minimum, these Learning Objectives:

(a) Effective communication and questioning techniques

(b) Adult learning theory and principles

(c) Instructional Delivery methods

(d) Lesson delivery performance laboratory

(e) Training environment management

(f) Inter-personal skills

(g) Evaluation and Feedback

The CENSECFOR Director of Training, with recommendation from the Learning Standards Officer, will make the final determination of whether Academic ITC requirements detailed in paragraph 3 above have been met.

Currently, only Tidewater Community College course MILT 5400 meets the requirements listed above, as it has been the only course submitted for evaluation. The contractor may submit other courses via the appropriate learning institution for consideration.

Section 4-4 Dress Code and Grooming Standards

Expeditionary Combat Skills (ECS) training attracts a significant amount of public attention, and frequently, the training locations are visited by senior DoD leadership, VIPs and foreign dignitaries. Additionally, ECS contract instructors provide technical skill role models to young military men and women attending the training. Therefore, it is essential that all instructors present themselves in a highly professional manner in appearance and dress that is commensurate with the type of training.

Contractor furnished Protective Personal Equipment (PPE) and clothing is discussed in Section 6-2 of this PWS.

Section 4-4.1 Dress Code

The contractor shall establish and maintain specific guidelines regarding the dress code for their employees. At a minimum, these guidelines shall include prohibitions of eccentricities or extremes in dress and hairstyles, apparel in a ragged and frayed condition; tank tops; halter tops; crop tops; sleeveless shirts; mesh and see-thru garments; exposed clothing with obscene or advertising logos or undergarment type shirts worn as exterior clothing. Additionally, these guidelines shall provide for standardization in appearance by their contract personnel.

Section 4-4.2 Grooming Standards

The contractor shall establish and maintain specific guidelines regarding grooming standards for their employees. These standards shall be similar to those contained in Section 2, Chapter 2 of the Navy Uniform Regulations provided grooming practices do not create a safety hazard.

Section 4-5 Instructor Categories

In support of this contract, instructors will encompass two categories, ECS Medical Support Instructors and ECS Weapons Based Instructors. In addition to meeting the aforementioned instructor requirements, each of these categories entail specialized skills, experience, and/or background as outlined in the respective sections below.

Section 4-5.1 ECS Medical Support Instructors

The contractor will provide a minimum of twelve (12) ECS Medical Support Instructors. ECS Medical Support Instructors will perform classroom and laboratory instruction. This instruction involves delivery of formal course curriculum in the areas of Basic First Aid, and Defense Health Agency (DHA) Combat Lifesaver/Tier 2 Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC). ECS Medical support Instructors shall provide for daily set-up and maintenance of all medical training aides utilized in ECS training. The training aides will be provided by the Government.

Each Medical Support Instructor shall:

• Meet the basic instructor requirements set forth above,

• New hire MSI’s must possess at least two (2) years of experience, within the most recent five years, in providing military first aid or emergency room / trauma center care.

In accordance with NETCINST 1500.13, Medical Support Instructors are exempted from medical or psychological screenings since they will only be teaching non-HRT topics/segments of ECS course (i.e., DHA Combat Lifesaver/Tier 2 TCCC).

Medical Support Instructors must still comply with all requirements for a Drug Free Environment as outlined in Sections 5-2.3 through 5-2.3.3.

Medical Support Instructors must still obtain CUIT certification outlined in enclosure (2) of CENSECFORINST 1540.1 in order to teach students independently, even though they will only be teaching non-HRT topics/segments of ECS course.

Section 4-5.1.1 Medical Support – Phase Lead

The contractor will assign a phase lead for the medical support category as identified below.

The phase lead is responsible for all phase leadership to include, but not limited to, instructor assignments and scheduling.

ECS Medical Support TCCC Instructor Phase Lead Labor Category Full Time Equivalent

ECS Medical TCCC Instructor 1

Section 4-5.1.2 Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC)

Pursuant to ECS Training Requirements Review (TRR) conducted 25-26 October 2021, NECC and NAVSPECWARCOM re-validated a new requirement; implementing Defense Health Agency (DHA) Combat Lifesaver/Tier 2 TCCC as the medical standard at ECS. In accordance with OPNAVINST 1500.86 (Tactical Combat Casualty Care) and CENSECFOR Curriculum Control Authority (CCA) TCCC instruction qualification policy, the contractor shall ensure that all ECS Medical Support Instructors have and maintain current Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) certification in accordance with the latest Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) standards. The contractor is responsible for any costs or travel required in the maintenance of this certification.

Section 4-5.2 Weapons Based Course Instructors

The contractor will provide a minimum of 45 ECS Weapons Based Instructors. These instructors will deliver a wide variety of training topics, as well as providing instructional and safety support for live-fire weapons training. All weapons-based Instructors shall have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in delivering weapons-based courses-of-instruction which include live-fire training, and possess/be capable of demonstrating modern dynamic combat shooting skills. In addition to the aforementioned requirements, all ECS Weapons Based Instructors must be familiar with the service pistol and carbine identified in the most recent version of the attached TCCD and capable of achieving and maintaining a “Sharpshooter” qualification score with assigned weapon(s) during their initial and all qualifications throughout the duration of the contract.

Section 4-5.2.1 Weapons Based – Phase Leads

The contractor will assign a phase lead for each weapons-based level (I, II, and IV) as identified below. The phase lead is responsible for all phase leadership to include, but not limited to, instructor assignments and scheduling.

ECS Weapons-Based Instructor Phase Leads

Labor Category Full Time

Equivalent

ECS Weapons-based Instructor Phase I - (Pistol) 1

ECS Weapons-based Instructor Phase II - (Carbine) 1

ECS Weapons-based Instructor Phase IV - (Expeditionary Warfare) 1

Section 4-5.2.2 Small Arms Requirements and Standards

Section 4-5.2.2.1 Small Arms Weapons Instructor

All Weapons Based Instructor personnel shall have completed one of the small arms instructor courses listed in paragraph 11 of OPNAVINST 3591.1 (Small Arms Training and Qualification).

The contractor shall ensure that contract instructors have completed the required courses, and that appropriate documentation is filed in the Instructor Training Jacket (ITJ). The contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that the prospective instructor is capable of meeting this requirement upon reporting for duty. Instructors shall be required to qualify as sharpshooter while attending ECS in a student status. Documentation of this qualification shall be maintained in the Instructor’s ITJ. Failure to qualify as sharpshooter on assigned weapon(s) may result in termination.

Section 4-5.2.2.2 Small Arms Proficiency

All assigned weapons-based Instructors shall re-qualify at least every 180 days on the courses of fire and with the type of weapons they instruct. Instructor personnel shall be provided the opportunity to sustain weapons qualification at the same time as military and Government civilian instructors. For these weapon qualifications, the Government shall provide weapons, ammunition, and range facilities. Documentation of this qualification shall be included in the contractors ITJ.

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