Attachment 1 - PWS Swiftwater_29Jan21.docx

Performance Work Statement (PWS) Naval Special Warfare Command Swiftwater Rescue

1. BACKGROUND

1.1 Naval Special Warfare Detachment Kodiak (NSWD-K) personnel require specialized training on industry safety and rescue standards including best practices with regards to conducting training in the area of swift moving water.

2. OBJECTIVES

2.1 Provide NSWD-K designated personnel with the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA) to safely and successfully train Naval Special Warfare personnel in the conduct of swift water training exercises and crossings.

2.2 Course shall incorporate blocks of instruction (classroom and practical application) on, but not limited to the topics outlined in 2.2.1-2.2.5

2.2.1 Understanding and negotiating hydrological hazards

2.2.2 Swiftwater crossing techniques

2.2.3 Swiftwater crossing rescue methodologies

2.2.4 Techniques associated with hydrological behavior and water rescues

2.2.5 Familiarization with water rescue terminology and equipment

3. SCOPE

3.1 The Contractor shall furnish personnel, management, materials, equipment, permits, and facilities (not otherwise provided by the Government) necessary to provide a five (5) day custom course of instruction to include three (3) day and two (2) night iterations of training as defined in this PWS. The format and location is subject to change. Such changes will be negotiated at the task order level, as necessary.

4. REQUIREMENTS

4.1 The Contractor shall maintain an instructor to student ratio of no less than 2:5. Anticipated class size will be no more than 5 students, unless otherwise specified and negotiated at the task order level.

4.2 Contractor Qualifications:

4.2.1 The Contractor’s instructors shall have experience with advanced instruction and the curriculum shall meet National Fire Protection Agency 1670 standards and practices.

4.2.1.1 Certified Swiftwater Rescue Instructor Trainer.

4.2.1.2 Certified Advanced Level Kayak / Pack raft Instructor.

4.2.1.3 Certified Technical Ropes Instructor.

4.3 The Contractor is responsible for providing all course material (to include) and be in compliance with (the following):

4.3.1 Course presentations.

4.3.2 Course workbook and other applicable course material.

4.3.3 All rescue gear, to include:

4.3.3.1 Ropes and associated gear.

4.3.3.2 Pack rafts and associated gear.

4.3.4 The Contractor shall ensure that training is conducted in accordance with all Local, State, and Federal rules and regulations to include provision of any required permits or land use agreements.

4.3.5 The Contractor shall provide a course materials and gear list to the Government prior to the start of any given course; list shall include any contractor-recommended equipment that students should bring as well as any required student read ahead material.

4.4 The COI shall include the following topics:

4.4.1 Equipment Familiarization and Usage, to include:

4.4.1.1 Throw ropes

4.4.1.2 Pack raft

4.4.1.3 Safety associated gear

4.4.1.4 Rescue associated gear

4.4.2 River Crossing Considerations and Factors, to include:

4.4.2.1 River dynamics/ hydrology

4.4.2.2 Bottom composition

4.4.2.3 Speed

4.4.2.4 Depth

4.4.3 River Crossing Dangers, to include:

4.4.3.1 Foot entrapments

4.4.3.2 Strainers

4.4.3.3 Holes/Hydraulics

4.4.4 Multiple River Crossing Techniques, to include:

4.4.4.1 Preparation

4.4.4.2 Crossing procedures and techniques

4.4.4.3 Self rescue procedures and techniques

4.4.5 Pack Raft Fundamentals, to include:

4.4.5.1 Operation and travel (3day/2nights)

4.4.5.2 Safety

4.4.5.3 Rescue

4.4.6 River Rescue Procedures and Techniques, to include:

4.4.6.1 Throw Ropes

4.4.6.2 Rope Systems

4.4.6.3 Industry standard rescue techniques

4.4.6.4 Pack raft rescue techniques

4.4.7 Winter Crossing Specifics (season/location dependent)

4.4.7.1 Crossing ice

4.4.7.2 Ice rescue techniques

5. DELIVERABLES

6. CONTRACTOR MANPOWER REPORTING

6.1 The contractor shall report ALL contractor labor hours (including subcontractor labor hours) required for performance of services provided under this contract for Naval Special Warfare Center via a secure data collection site. The contractor is required to completely fill in all required data fields using the following web address: http://www.sam.gov/. Reporting inputs will be for the labor executed during the period of performance during each Government fiscal year (FY), which runs October 1 through September 30. While inputs may be reported any time during the FY, all data shall be reported no later than October 31 of each calendar year, beginning with 2013. Contractors may direct questions to the help desk at help desk at: http://www.sam.gov/.

7. CONTRACTOR TRAVEL

7.1 The contractor shall be expected to conduct courses in various locations to include:

7.1.1 Wyoming

7.1.2 Utah

7.1.3 Alaska

7.1.4 Other locations negotiated at task order level.

7.2 Contractor travel is authorized to conduct training that is executed under this contract. Any required travel shall be included within the firm fixed price of the course. A separate travel CLIN will not be included.

8. SAFETY

8.1 Nothing in the PWS, nor any Government action or failure to act in performance of the contract, shall relieve the Contractor of its responsibility for the safety of the Contractor’s personnel and property, the Government’s personnel and property, and the general public. Furthermore, nothing in the PWS shall relieve the Contractor of its responsibility for complying with applicable Federal, State, and Local Laws, ordinances, codes and regulations (including those requiring applicable licenses and permits) in connection with the performance of this contract.

8.2 Contractor shall provide risk assessments and Emergency Action Plan (EAPs) pertinent to training type and location prior to field evolutions to all students.

9. GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY/EQUIPMENT/INFORMATION (GFP/GFE/GFI)

9.1 Students will come equipped with Maritime Assault Suit (MAS) Dry suit, Helmet, PFD, and any other Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Contractor personnel are responsible for their own PPE.

9.2 Personal gear associated with spending the night in the field (sleeping gear, cooking gear, meals and water for 3 days). Contractor personnel are responsible for supplying their own camping gear and meals.

9.3 Location of classroom work shall be provided by the Contractor at the Contractor’s site.

10. OTHER UNIQUE REQUIREMENTS AND CONSIDERATIONS

10.1 Emergency Medical Treatment. Medical services for Contractor personnel are the responsibility of the Contractor. However, the Government may provide, on an emergency basis, medical services for job related injuries while an employee is performing under this contract. Emergency medical care is available to the Contractor employees depending on the location of the instructor’s training duties. Every training evolution has an Emergency Action Plan that clearly identifies the emergency medical treatment for the given training area. Contract instructors will have access to these services in case of an emergency. Such emergency medical care will be limited to those services necessary to prevent undue suffering or loss of life and will be provided only during the period of emergency. In such circumstances, action shall be taken to transfer employees of the Contractor to a civilian health care provider as soon as the emergency period ends. The Contractor shall reimburse the Government for emergency medical services provided. If the invoice is not paid, cost may be offset by the Contracting Officer against future payments to the Contractor.

10.2 Mishaps. If a mishap involving services under this contract occurs, the Contractor shall promptly report the incident to the designated Government POC. If the US Navy conducts an investigation of the mishap, the Contractor shall cooperate and assist the Government personnel until the investigation is complete.

11. QUALITY CONTROL

11.1 The Contractor shall implement and maintain a Quality Control Plan (QCP) to ensure work performed conforms to the scope of work and meets the requirements under this PWS. The QCP shall, at a minimum, provide a method for performing inspections; identifying, correcting and preventing problems/defective service; addressing customer complaints, and improving the quality of services over the life of the contract.

12. QUALITY ASSURANCE

12.1 The Government reserves the right to perform inspections and surveillance to evaluate the Contractor’s compliance to the contract terms and performance of the requirements in the PWS. The Government will make every effort to ensure that the surveillance methods used are conducted in an objective, fair, and consistent manner.

12.2 Contract Discrepancy Report (CDR). In the event of unsatisfactory Contractor performance, the Contracting Officer will issue a CDR that will explain the circumstances and findings concerning the incomplete or unsatisfactory service. The Contractor shall acknowledge receipt of the CDR and respond in writing as to how he/she shall correct the unacceptable performance and avoid a recurrence. The Government will review the Contractor's corrective action response to determine acceptability and will use any completed CDR as part of an overall evaluation of Contractor performance when determining present or future contractual actions.

13. APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

14. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

14.1 Training shall be able to be conducted at the following locations between March and October as identified at the Task Order level:

14.1.1 Jackson Hole, Wyoming

14.1.2 Moab, Utah

14.1.3 Talkeetna (Interior), Alaska

14.1.4 Various other locations to be negotiated at the task order level.

15. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

15.1 Order may be placed against this contract for 5 years from date of award.

29 Jan 2021

29 Jan 2021