Attachment 2 - PWS - Chartered Vessel.pdf

Performance Work Statement for Contract Boat

1. Description of Services.

The contractor shall provide One vessel. Vessel will have appropriately licensed crews for 11 days of operation, loitering for 9-days approximately 270NM-315NM off the coast of San Diego.

The Vessel crew will control vessel operations and oversee logistics for Wing-Boat hoisting.

Crew members will not require any special security clearances. The vessel must have berthing for 25-34 members acting in a training capacity. Will be equipped with a stern mounted, A- Frame hoisting system capable of Loading/offloading 4x wing-boats with personnel. Must have commercial internet available. The vessel shall arrive at the designated point prior to scenario 1 and maintain the station throughout scenario executions. Vessel shall, safety permitting, respond to requests from the Special Warfare white cell leads on board to alter course or speed within the vessel's capabilities during the operating window to aid in scenario development, and any real-world events stemming from possible exercise mishaps within reasonable travel distance.

a. Location: Vessel will depart from San Diego CA. Operating areas will be at approximately 315NM off the San Diego coastline MGRS grids 10R GS 17667 43547 (Lat, Long 28°24’00.8245” N, 120°46’41.6530” W). Possibly moving on the 4th day to a position approximately 270NM offshore. At their maximum distance, the vessel will not be more than 350NM from shore. The White Cell leads provide vessel with the desired point and time to reach during the operating windows. The desired point and associated time shall be achievable at a normal cruising speed.

b. Type of Acceptable Vessel: A vessel is defined as a seaworthy ocean vessel that meets the following specifications:

i. 200' or longer

ii. It has enclosed cabin space with a seating area and tables that can be used for equipment storage/staging, meals, and briefings.

iii. Has onboard power and with multiple outlets that are US standard

120V/60Hz AC (powered by inverter or engine(s)) or 12V DC located in an enclosed cabin.

iv. Has at least one (1) head and shower.

v. Equipped with a functional marine VHF radio, AIS transponder, and

EPIRB/PLB.

vi. Man overboard (MOB) recovery equipment.

vii. Capable of operating in moderate sea states and weather outside of 200NM from San Diego, CA. Must be capable of operating in at least Beaufort Level 6 conditions.

viii. Capable of operating in day and night conditions and being underway for up to 11 days with adequate fuel supply, food, and crew available for watch standing.

ix. Must be equipped with a stern mounted A Frame Hoist for loading/offloading of Wing boats for live scenarios.

x. Vessel should be equipped with broadband commercial internet with WIFI Connectivity.

xi. Starlink internet system with a free RJ-45 Port

xii. Access to the Starlink network to push data over commercial

xiii. Mount positions for directional antennas with access to power, 120v standard plug

c. Government Use of Vessel: The captain of the vessel must be willing to follow input from the Spec-War/White-Cell Lead on board in the terminal area regarding time calls and placement/recovery of wing-boats for scenarios each day. White-Cell may come with Star-Shield system. However, the vessel should be equipped with broad band commercial internet with WIFI connectivity.

d. Notification of Operating Times/Location: 24 hours before the scenario starts, White Cell Lead will provide the captain with briefing on the following day's event timing. The crew shall immediately notify the Leads if predicted weather or sea states will prevent the vessel from performing desired tasks.

e. Failure to Deliver: If the event was due to circumstances beyond the control of contracted entity (un-forecasted weather etc.), then the funds shall not be refunded.

f. Unexpected Delays: The vessel will notify RF-R Leads at the earliest possible time if delays can be expected for any reason.

g. Provisioning: Vessel will provide 3x meals a day with off-hour options to account for meals missed during training times, the entire duration of the contract. Members will board the vessel with all personal gear needed to operate during their time on board.

h. Restrictions: The contractor and crew shall not record or take any photos or videos of government activities or equipment throughout this period of performance without the expressed consent of the Spec-War/White-Cell lead on board the vessel. The vessel shall be reserved exclusively for government use and not subcontracted for other activities.

The contractor shall not disclose or discuss the nature or scope of military activities or involvement outside of direct coordination with the government.

General Information:

2. Contract Manager. The contractor shall have available an on-site contract manager, and mode of contact, who shall be responsible for the contract’s performance and can act for the contractor on all matters relating to the contract. The name of the contract manager(s) and an alternate(s), who shall act for the contractor when the manager is absent, shall be designated in writing to the Contracting Officer. The Contract Manager and alternate must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.

3. Contract Employees. The Contracting Officer reserves the right of the Government to restrict employment under the contract of any contractor employee or prospective contractor employee identified as a potential threat to the health, safety, security, general well-being, or operational mission of the installation and its population.

4. Employee Restrictions. The contractor shall not employ any person who is an employee of the United States Government if the employment of that person would create a conflict of interest. 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 in accordance with DoD Directive 5500.7, Standards of Conduct.

5. Military Members. The contractor is cautioned that off-duty active military personnel hired under this contract may be subject to permanent change of station, change in duty hours, or deployment. Military reservists and National Guard members may be subject to recall to active duty. The abrupt absence of these personnel could adversely affect the contractor's ability to perform services. The absence of these personnel at any time shall not constitute an excuse for nonperformance under this contract.

6. Contractor Employee Appearance. Contractor personnel shall present a professional, conservative, and neat appearance. Contractor personnel shall dress in a professional manner, in appropriate attire befitting a professional environment, and in keeping with normally accepted commercial standards of dress for the work being performed.

7. Safety. The contractor shall comply with all applicable laws and safety regulations.

Compliance with OSHA and other applicable laws and regulations for the protection of contractor employees is exclusively the obligation of the contractor, and the Government will assume no liability or responsibility for the contractor's compliance or noncompliance with such responsibilities. The contractor is responsible for providing contractor employees with all necessary and required personal protective clothing and equipment.

8. Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). CUI is unclassified information requiring safeguarding and dissemination controls, consistent with applicable law, regulation, or government-wide policy. In accordance with Department of the Air Force Instruction (DAFI) 16- 1403, Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI}, the contractor shall protect CUI, regardless of its form, at all times in a manner that minimizes the risk of unauthorized disclosure while allowing for access by authorized holders. Contractor personnel working with CUI shall be careful not to expose CUI to unauthorized users or others who do not have a lawful government purpose to see it. When not under continuous monitoring or physical control, the contractor shall store hardcopy CUI documents in a locked desk, file cabinet, or similar means, where only authorized personnel have access. The following are examples of CUI:

- Personally Identifiable Information (PII)

- Sensitive Personally Identifiable Information (SPII)

- Proprietary Business Information (PBI)

- Unclassified Controlled Technical Information (UCTI)

- Operational Information

- Protected Health Information (PHI)

- Sensitive but Unclassified (SBU) Information

- Financial Information

9. Protection of Personally Identifiable Information. Personally Identifiable Information (PII) refers to information that can be used to distinguish or trace an individual's identity either alone or when combined with other information that is linked or linkable to a specific individual. PII may range from common data elements such as names, addresses, dates of birth, and places of employment, to identity documents, Social Security numbers (SSN) or other government-issued identity, precise location information, medical history, and biometrics. The contractor shall protect all PII encountered in the performance of services in accordance with Department of Defense Directive 5400.11, Department of Defense Privacy Program, and DoD 5400.11-R, Department of Defense Privacy Program. If a PII breach results from the contractor's violation of the aforementioned policies, the contractor shall bear all notification costs, call-center support costs, and credit monitoring service costs for all individuals whose PII has been compromised.

10. Reporting Requirements. Contractor personnel shall immediately report to an appropriate Government authority any information or circumstances of which they are aware may pose a threat to the security of Department of Defense personnel, contractor personnel, resources, and classified or unclassified defense information.