Attachment 1 - STTS Instructors PWS 11 Aug 20 Final.pdf

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

For

Special Tactics Training Squadron Instructor Contract

At

Hurlburt Field

Florida

11 August 2020

CONTENTS

Page #

1.0 DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES 3

2.0 SERVICES SUMMARY 6

3.0 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED RESOURCES 7

4.0 GENERAL INFORMATION 8

APPENDIX A – WORKLOAD 14

1.0 DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

1.1 Organizations. Special Tactics Training Squadron (STTS), Hurlburt Field, FL. The STTS is part of the 24th Special Operations Wing, Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC).

1.2 Mission. The Advanced Skills Training course (AST) is an AFSOC-unique formal training course providing world class upgrade and mission qualification training for Special Tactics operators prior to their assignment to Special Tactics operational units worldwide. The work accomplished by instructors is pivotal to the successful completion of the AST mission, ultimately producing combat-ready Special Tactics operators.

1.3 Task Description

1.3.1 Scope of Work:

Pararescue Instructor Subject Matter Expert. The contractor shall provide 5-level upgrade training to 3-level Combat Controller (CCT), Special Reconnaissance (SR), Tactical Air Control Party (TACP), and Pararescue (PJ) personnel. Member provides expertise and skill sets, as required to the PJ 7-level upgrade training. Additionally, instructor administers mission qualification training to all 5-level Special Tactics operators.

Surveillance and Reconnaissance Instructor Subject Matter Expert. The contractor shall provide 5-level upgrade training to 3-level Combat Controller (CCT), Special Reconnaissance (SR), Tactical Air Control Party (TACP), and Pararescue (PJ) personnel.

Member provides expertise and skill sets, as required to the SR 7-level upgrade training.

Additionally, instructor administers mission qualification training to all 5-level Special Tactics operators.

1.4 Statement of Work. Contractor shall provide the following services in support of STTS requirements:

1.4.1 Contractors shall provide instruction for Radio Communications, Small Unit Tactics, Surveillance and Reconnaissance, Close Quarters Battle (CQB), Land Navigation, Tactical Vehicle Training, Convoy Operations Training, and Full Mission Profile Events.

1.4.2 PJ instructor shall provide dive supervisor duties for student proficiency, safety, and upgrade training. Instructors shall not dive in conjunction with student training.

1.4.3 Contractor shall handle munitions and small arms when instructing students.

Instructors will demonstrate weapons fire on light and heavy weapons systems, and shall ensure safe training operations.

1.4.4 Contractor shall perform rope-master duties during mock tower and actual aircraft training for safe student training. Instructors shall not exit aircraft or tower via fast-rope or rappel except in an emergency. Instructors may rappel down high-angles in conjunction with practical high-angle training in a non-standard instruction setting.

1.4.5 The instructor shall present a neat, clean, and professional appearance when conducting instructor duties in garrison. As an example, the 5.11 Tactical Pants (the 5.11 Tactical Shorts in hot weather), a collared Polo Shirt, and hiking boots are an example of the appropriate wear while in garrison. The Multi-cam Field Uniform will be worn for all field events with hiking boots.

1.4.6 The PJ contractor shall perform jumpmaster pre-flight and in-flight duties for safe student training operations. The contractor may be required to exit the aircraft at the commander’s discretion. PJ contractor shall maintain altitude chamber currency and FAA Class III Flight Physical for SL/MFF training operations.

1.4.7 The contractor shall performs inspections and ensures timely correction of discrepancies surrounding all rescue equipment and SR associated gear. Maintains familiarity with all gear used and actively looks to solve potential issues.

1.4.8 The contractor shall perform small boat duties and open-water swimming in support of amphibious operations.

1.5 Deliverables. All deliverables must meet professional standards and meet the requirements set forth in contract documentation. The contractor will be responsible for delivering all end items specified. The following items are deliverables that fall within the scope of the aforementioned tasks and all other stated deliverables (see section 1.3.1 – Scope of Work; section 1.4 – Statement of Work).

TITLE

DATE of

1st Submission

As of Date Date of

Subsequent Submission

DIST Copies

Monthly Status Report

30 days after award

15th of the month

Monthly

STTS –

COR/1

SOCONS

1EA

Student Performance

Documentation

Once every block of instruction

Within 10 days of course completion

After every course completion

STTS –

COR

1EA

Trip Summary Report

As Required

Within 10 workdays of trip completion

As Required

STTS

COR/1

SOCONS

1EA

1.6 Reports. The contractor shall provide, at a minimum, two types of reports: Monthly status reports and trip summary reports as necessary to the COR or Alt COR. The following reports are required:

1.6.1 Individual Monthly Status Report (MSR). The MSR must be submitted to the COR or Alt COR no later than the 15th of every month. Status reports must be accompanied by a copy of that month’s invoice. An MSR will be completed by each person assigned to the contract as a full time, regular employee. The MSR’s shall be compiled, reviewed and submitted by the Program Manager with a cover letter which synopsizes the activities and significant events occurring during the preceding month.

1.6.2 Trip Reports. Trip reports shall be completed following each official trip within five (5) business days upon return.

Trip reports shall include, but shall not be limited to:

- Date and place of conference/visit

- Purpose of trip

- List of attendees

- List of key personnel contacted

- Facts and discussion of trip

- Recommendations resulting from trip

1.6.3 Delivery Instructions. Deliverables will be submitted soft copy and will be compatible with AF-standard desktop applications.

2.0 SERVICES SUMMARY

2.1 Service Summary (SS). The service requirements are summarized into performance outcomes that relate directly to mission essential items. The performance thresholds describe the minimum acceptable levels of service required for each requirement. The thresholds are critical to mission success and acceptable (satisfactory) performance.

SS Performance Objective

PWS

Para

Performance Threshold To receive Satisfactory Rating

Contract LEVEL

The contractor shall provide 5-level upgrade training to 3-level Combat Controller (CCT), Special Reconnaissance (SR), and Pararescue (PJ) personnel.

Para.

1.3.1, 1.5

Contractor trained and successfully upgraded students on 50-70% of the Task, Conditions and Standards (TCS) upgrade requirements IAW the CCT, SR, and PJ Career Field Education and Training Plans (CFETP).

Contractor received no more than two (2) written valid complaints for a period of performance.

Contractor provides expertise and skill sets, as required to the PJ and SR 7-level upgrade training program.

Para.

1.3.1, 1.5

Contractor trained 5 level PJ and SR students in 50-70% of the skills identified in the CFETP 7-level upgrade program.

Contractor received no more than two (2) written valid complaints for a period of performance.

PJ contractor shall maintain altitude chamber currency and FAA Class III Flight Physical for SL/MFF training operations.

Para. 1.4.6 Contractor is required to maintain altitude chamber and FAA Class III flight physical 100% of the time.

Submission of deliverables Para 1.5 No more than one late deliverable semi- annually and no more than one set of corrections/edits for accuracy per quarter. All corrections are accomplished within two business days

Complied with all Security requirements.

Para 4.5 Appropriate employee clearance is submitted to COR and CO prior to performance start date. Zero security violations identified during Contract performance.

3.0 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED RESOURCES

3.1 The government will provide the limited facilities, equipment, materials, and services listed here. Specific responsibilities are detailed in this section.

3.2 Facilities. The Government will furnish or make available workspace at STTS, Hurlburt Field, Florida. The Government retains the authority to modify or realign facilities and space provided to the contractor based on current or future Air Force guidelines for space utilization, mission requirements, and personnel requirements of the contractor as necessary. Government facilities have been inspected for compliance with OSHA. No hazards have been identified for which work-arounds have been established.

Should a hazard be subsequently identified, the government will correct the hazard according to base-wide government developed and approved plans of abatement taking into account safety and health priorities. A higher priority for correction will not be assigned to the facilities provided to the contractor merely because of this contracting initiative. The fact that no such conditions have been identified does not warrant or guarantee that no possible hazard exists, or that work-around procedures will not be necessary or that the facilities as furnished will be adequate to meet the responsibilities of the contractor. Compliance with OSHA and other applicable laws and regulations for the protection of employees shall be exclusively the obligation of the contractor.

3.3 Automatic Data Processing Equipment (ADPE). The government host unit will grant access to ADPE and training to the minimum extent necessary for mission accomplishment. The contractor shall use ADPE for controlling and tracking data and information as well as any other duties related to contract performance. (The contractor shall not use government furnished ADPE or services for non-contractual related purposes.) The contractor shall comply with all computer system security procedures required by the Government.

3.3.1 Local Area Network Access (LAN). In accordance with AFI 33-119, Electronic Mail Management and Use, paragraph 9.2.5, contractor personnel using unclassified automated information systems that have access to sensitive information must possess, at a minimum, a National Agency Check or Entrance National Agency Check in accordance with DoD 5200.2-R, Personnel Security Program or screening in accordance with AFI 31-501, paragraph 3.27, Personnel Security Program Management.

3.3.2 Computer Security. The contractor shall maintain computer systems security integrity in accordance with the Air Force Computer Security (COMPUSEC) program (AFSSI 5102). The contractor personnel will be required to complete testing IAW AFI 33-204, Information Assurance Awareness Program and satisfy any other local requirements set forth by the 1st Special Operations Communications Squadron or other government agency prior to being allowed access to government computers.

3.3.3 Administrative Supplies. The Government will provide reasonable amounts of administrative supplies (e.g., office supplies).

3.4 Government-Furnished Services

3.4.1 Security Forces. The Government will provide general security service. Security Forces phone extensions are 911 for emergencies at both locations. For routine calls to the LAW ENFORCEMENT DESK - CONTROL CENTER, at Hurlburt Field, Florida call 850-884-7114.

3.4.2 Postal or Installation Distribution. Official government or contractor mail that is generated as a result of performance of this contract will be handled, at government expense, via the Base Information Transfer System (BITS) at Hurlburt Field, Florida. The contractor shall not use BITS to handle non-government or non-contract-related mail.

4.0 General Information

4.1 Quality Assurance. According to Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) sections 52.246-4 Inspection of Services - Fixed-Price and 52.246-5 Inspection of Services - Cost- Reimbursement, the government will evaluate the contractor’s performance under this contract. For all requirements of the contract, including those tasks listed in the Service Summary (SS), Section 2, the COR will follow standard surveillance and inspection procedures. Any action taken by the contracting officer as a result of surveillance will be according to the terms of this contract.

4.2 Quality Control. The contractor shall provide a Quality Control Plan; in compliance with FAR sections 52.246-4 Inspection of Services - Fixed-Price and 52.246- 5 Inspection of Services - Cost-Reimbursement and subparagraphs 4.2.1 – 4.2.5.

4.2.1 Contents. The plan shall include a detailed description of the processes to be used during performance to ensure the services meet or exceed the requirements of the SS, the PWS and contract. The plan shall systematically provide for early identification of nonconforming services; develop metrics to track performance trends; detail corrective actions required to insure timely and acceptable performance in accordance with the PWS; identify organizational placement of the inspectors; and describe the contractor’s partnering approach with the Government to ensure mission objectives are met.

Additionally, plans that require employees to comply with the government control procedures for materials, equipment, facilities, and keys or lock combinations shall be included. To include all required security and accountability forms documentation.

4.2.3 Revisions. Revisions to the Quality Control plan may be required at any time during performance of the contract to assure contractor compliance with requirements of the PWS and contract. The contractor shall make appropriate revisions and obtain acceptance of the revised plan from the contracting officer. Revised copies of the Quality Control Plan shall be provided to the contracting officer and QAP upon approval from the contracting officer.

4.2.4 Performance Evaluation Meetings. The Contracting Officer may require the site leader or alternate to meet with the Contracting Officer, contract administrator, QAP, other government personnel as deemed necessary. The contractor may request a meeting with the contracting officer when he/she believes such a meeting is necessary. Written minutes of any such meetings will be recorded in the contract and signed by the site leader and the contracting officer or contract administrator. If the contractor does not concur with any portion of the minutes, such non-concurrence shall be provided in writing to the Contracting Officer by the contractor within ten (10) calendar days following receipt of the minutes.

4.3 Contractor Personnel

4.3.1 Site Lead. The contractor shall provide a site leader who shall be responsible for the performance of work. The name of this person and of an alternate(s), who shall act for the site leader when the site leader is absent, shall be designated in writing to the Contracting Officer (CO) for approval prior to contract start date. Changes to designations should be supplied in writing (or email) to the Contracting Officer promptly within 24 hours of the change.

4.3.1.1 The site lead or alternate shall have full authority to act for the contractor on all matters relating to daily performance.

4.3.1.2 The Contractor shall provide a Program Manager who shall be overall responsible for contract performance. The Program Manager shall be available via telephone within 30 minutes to address government concerns. The Program Manager does not need to be assigned to the worksite and shall not be directly billable to the contract.

4.3.2 Employees. The contractor shall ensure personnel are commensurate with manning and experience levels for each designated position and job description. Ensure all employees possess the following professional qualifications before starting work under this contract. Ensure all employees are eligible for and will maintain their Secret

(S) clearances. Have the capability to read, write, speak, and understand English. Have previous experience in their designated job area or specialty. Be familiar with military command and control structures. Possess a valid civilian driver’s license and be able to hold a valid military driver’s license for the military vehicle(s) to be operated. Have the physical capabilities (be able to lift at least a 60 pound box). Submit to drug testing as required by the government. The government will accomplish drug testing and the government shall incur all costs of drug testing.

4.3.2.1 The contractor shall maintain a current listing of employees. The list shall include each employee’s full name, aliases and social security number and shall be marked For Official Use Only. The original and one copy of this list shall be furnished to the Contracting Officer at the pre-performance conference. Personnel changes at Hurlburt Field, Florida that are made during the performance of this contract shall be sent to the Contracting Officer and COR, within two (2) working days of the change.

4.3.2.2 The contractor shall not employ persons for work on this contract if such employee is identified to the contractor by the Contracting Officer as a potential threat to the health, safety, security, general well-being, or operational mission of the installation and its population. Where reading, understanding, and discussing safety, security, mission, and environmental issues are an integral part of a contract employee’s duties, that employee must be able to understand, read, write, and speak English.

4.3.2.3 The contractor shall not employ any person who is an employee of the US Government if employing that person would create a conflict of interest. Additionally, the contractor shall not employ any person who is an employee of the Department of the Air Force, either military or civilian, unless such person seeks and receives approval according to DoD Regulation 5500.7-R, Joint Ethics Regulations (JER). The contractor shall not employ any person who is an employee of the Department of the Air Force if such employment would be contrary to the policies in AFI 64-106, Air Force Industrial Labor Relations Activities.

4.3.3 Dress/Appearance. Contractor personnel shall present a clean and neat appearance. Contractor shall not permit cut off shorts and clothing with tears, or revealing clothing or clothing with obscene or inflammatory designs, slogans, or remarks.

The site lead shall ensure personnel wear appropriate clothes suited for their job.

4.3.4 Smoking, Eating and Drinking. The contractor shall permit smoking, eating and drinking only in designated areas.

4.3.5 Driving License/On-base Requirements. The contractor and employees shall comply with base traffic regulations at all sites. The contractor shall ensure employees have a current and valid state/country driver’s license and government license for the type of vehicle being driven before allowing the employee to operate a government vehicle or personal vehicle on Hurlburt Field, Florida. Government vehicle licenses may be obtained through the appropriate base Transportation Squadron and unit vehicle control officer.

4.3.6 Contractor Identification. Contractor personnel shall wear badges identifying them as contractors at all times. The Government will issue badges through the Base Contracting Office.

4.4 Place of Performance. The Contractor shall perform the required support at STTS located at Building 90531 and 90535, Hurlburt Field FL. (See 4.5.2 for building closures and 4.5.3 for alternate work sites.) Contractor personnel shall comply with all installation and facility safety and security regulations, as well as, the health, safety, and security provisions of the contract. Contractor personnel shall report security or safety problems to the Contracting Officer and/or Security Police as appropriate.

4.5 Hours of Work. Normal duty hours are Monday through Friday, 0700 to 1600 hours, based on the projected instruction schedule, except for federal holidays.

Contractors are not expected to work more than 80 hours per two-week pay period.

4.5.1 Holidays and Vacation. The contractor will not normally be required to work during the following holidays. If performance is required for these holidays, it will be approved and scheduled in advance with the QAP.

New Year's Day January 1 Martin Luther King Day Third Monday of January President's Day Third Monday of February Memorial Day Last Monday in May Independence Day July 4 Labor Day First Monday of September Columbus Day Second Monday in October Veterans Day November 11 Thanksgiving Fourth Thursday in November Christmas December 25

If the holiday falls on a Saturday, it is observed on the preceding Friday. If the holiday falls on a Sunday, it is observed on the following Monday.

4.5.2 Building Closures. If building 90531/35, Hurlburt Field, FL is closed due to a scheduled or unscheduled unit event, the contractor will be required to be on vacation, compensatory time-off, or coordinate with the COR to use an alternate work site.

4.5.3 Alternate Work Site. The COR shall approve any worksites not located in building 90531/35, Hurlburt Field FL for the benefit of the government before an alternate worksite is utilized. All work and task goals to be accomplished at an alternate work site will be coordinated and approved by the COR prior to utilizing any alternate work site.

4.5.4 Vacation and Compensatory Time. All earned compensatory time off must be used within 90 days of it being accrued. The contractor shall submit in the monthly status report a vacation and compensatory time off schedule.

4.6 Travel

4.6.1 Travel. Reimbursable Costs. Separate CLINs will be established as follows to reimburse the contractor for allowable direct costs related to the performance of the contract requirements:

4.6.1.1 Travel and relocation to various military installations in the CONUS is possible.

The Government will provide military transport when appropriate. Authorized commercial travel will be reimbursed in accordance with the Joint Travel Regulation.

Actual expenses limited by the Government Travel Regulations must be pre-approved by the client. Additionally, contractor on-site personnel may be required to travel to worldwide locations. These trips may be necessary to provide student training, conference attendance, exercise planning and participation, and other travel as required to support STTS student/instructor training requirements. Contractor personnel expenses for lodging and per-diem will not exceed the government rates listed in the Joint Travel Regulation. All contractor travel requests must be submitted and approved in advance of travel by the COR or Alternate COR.

4.6.1.2 Anticipated reimbursable costs for contacting site lead or alternate, and overtime hours for those positions covered by the Service Contract Act. All other allowable reimbursable expenses will be reimbursed at actual costs IAW the JTR, including G&A at the contractor’s approved DCAA rate.

4.7 Training. The contractor is responsible to schedule and coordinate specialized training that insures Contractor personnel maintain currency in military / defense specific systems to include hardware, software, and other systems applicable to the performance of the contract. As the need for additional training is discovered / identified, the Contractor will identify the location of the training and prepare a cost estimate for attendance and submit this estimate to the government for approval. If attendance is approved, the Contractor will be reimbursed for all allowable and allocable costs.

Employees of the Contractor are expected to maintain currency in their core professional competencies in a manner that is standard practice in the industry. This includes the maintenance of certifications, attendance at required refresher courses, and obtaining training in new product releases or updates. The Government will not reimburse the Contractor for professional training and the maintenance of certifications, except where the requirement is in addition to the requirements for the position.

4.7.1 Government Provided Training. If the contractor attends any government provided training, the contractor is responsible to provide the trained capability for the duration of the contract.

4.8 Privacy and Security

4.8.1 Security Classification. This project is classified up to Secret. All documentation that is required for security certification is the responsibility of the contractor and the client organization. DD Form 254 is required for performance of this contract.

4.8.2 Clearances. Contractors will require a Secret clearance with a Single Scope Background Investigation not older than 5 years. Contractor must comply with guidelines specified in the attached DD Form 254.

4.8.3 Privacy Act. Work on this project requires that personnel have access to Privacy Information. Personnel shall adhere to the Privacy Act, Title 5 of the U.S. Code, Section 552a and applicable agency rules and regulations.

4.9 Conservation of Utilities. The contractor and their employees shall operate under conditions that prevent the waste of utilities.

4.10 Employee Conflicts of Interest. The contractor shall not employ any person who is an employee of the US Government if employing that person would create a conflict of interest. Additionally, the contractor shall not employ any person who is an employee of the Department of the Air Force, either military or civilian, unless such person seeks and receives approval according to DoD Regulation 5500.7-R, Joint Ethics Regulation (JER).

The contractor shall not employ any person who is an employee of the Department of the Air Force if such employment would be contrary to the policies in AFI 64-106, Air Force Industrial Labor Relations Activities. All contractor employees shall sign a Non Disclosure and/or Conflict of Interest statements (SF 312).

APPENDIX A – WORKLOAD

PJ 1920 Hours Annually SR 1920 Hours Annually