Attachment 3 - SEED Project PWS.pdf

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

FOR

STRATEGY, PLANS AND POLICY SUPPORT

(SPPS) 20 March 2024

1. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES: U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) requires services (non-personal) to support a unique joint staff planning need focused on integrating and synchronizing Department of Defense (DoD) military activities with United States Government (USG) strategy. Services include developing inputs to strategies, campaign plans, and concepts of operation that ultimately translate strategic and operational objectives into a series of related activities and operations to achieve desired end states in coordination with other DoD components, USG agencies, allies, coalition members and regional partners.

2. BACKGROUND:

2.1. USCENTCOM is furthering its efforts to better integrate theater level campaign constructs with other DoD organizations and the interagency (IA). This initiative promotes and depends upon a holistic approach to the planning, coordination, and synchronization of U.S.

Government activities.

2.2. Concept. This task order shall be staffed by specialized personnel with the ability to perform specific planning requirements and collaborate with military and government employees to accomplish tasks that support the long-range planning requirements of USCENTCOM.

3. CURRENT REQUIREMENTS: The Contractor shall provide an extensive array of services to assist USCENTCOM in theater planning and synchronization. The contractor shall provide effective and responsive assistance in the form of preparing plans in the areas of operations (both Conventional and SOF), logistics, Communications Synchronization, and Counter Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD) as defined below to facilitate the USCENTCOM Staff meeting all joint requirements associated with a broad and diverse area of responsibility.

3.1. CONTRACT LINE-ITEM NUMBERS (CLIN)

3.2.1. MASTER STRATEGY, PLANS, EXERCISES, AND POLICY SERVICES, (CLIN 1)

3.2.1.1. These positions shall be staffed by individuals with (1) a comprehensive experience in joint strategic planning, (2) a graduate of Joint Advanced Warfighting School (JAWS), School of Advanced Military Studies (SAMS), School of Advanced Air and Space Studies (SAASS),School of Advanced Warfighting (SAW), Maritime Advanced Warfighting School (MAWS), or Senior Service College equivalent program, (3) a master’s degree, (4) at least 10 years of planning experience, and (5) a minimum of 5 years planning experience at a Geographic or Functional Combatant Command Headquarters.

3.2.1.2. These services are required to support unique Joint Planning Team/Operational Planning Team (OPT), Bi-Lateral, Multi-Lateral and other efforts which may require:

3.2.1.2.1. Organize, direct, and coordinate planning and production of all task order activities.

3.2.1.2.2. Provide analyses, recommendations, and draft products for joint planning team and working group review and approval and support developing orders, analysis, estimates, and briefings for USCENTCOM leadership and primary staff and DoD, IA, Allies, Coalition members, and partner nation leaders.

3.2.1.2.3. Assist with evaluations and recommendations to the respective Divisions and Branches as they direct, coordinate, and conduct a joint combatant command level planning process.

3.2.1.2.4. Provide subject matter expertise on all aspects of the Joint Operational Planning Process to include: Mission Analysis, Course of Action (COA) Development, COA Analysis (Wargaming), COA Comparison and Decision.

3.2.1.2.5. Provide subject matter expertise on Plans and Order Development: Analyze COA decision, mission statement, commander’s intent, and guidance to develop plans and/or orders that direct subordinate actions.

3.2.1.2.6. Conduct orderly handover of plans for order development to those tasked with execution of the operation or campaign. Provide situational awareness and rationale to CENTCOM leadership and staff regarding key decisions for a coherent transition from planning to execution.

3.2.1.2.7. Facilitate coordination across working groups, JPT/OPT, administrative support staff, Components, IA and Allies, Coalition members and partners in support of plans, meetings, conferences, and activities in support of plan development.

3.2.1.2.8. Assist with the management of working groups with a comprehensive view of operations by contributing to the preparation of reports, conducting analytical and statistical research and by providing alternative solutions and assessments of the long-range impact of work processes and other implications of studies and projects.

3.2.2. SENIOR STRATEGY, PLANS, EXERCISES AND POLICY SUPPORT SERVICES

(CLIN 2)

3.2.2.1. The position shall be staffed by an individual who (1) is a graduate of JAWS, SAMS, SAASS, SAW, MAWS, or Senior Service College, (2) holds a bachelor’s degree, (3) has at least 5 years of planning experience, and (4) has a minimum of 3 years planning experience at the Geographic or Functional Combatant Command Headquarters.

3.2.2.2. These services are required to support unique Joint Planning Team/Operational Planning Team (OPT) efforts which may require:

3.2.2.2.1. Conducting all aspects of the Joint Operational Planning Process to include: Mission Analysis, Course of Action (COA) Development, COA Analysis (Wargaming), COA Comparison and Decision.

3.2.2.2.2. Conducting orderly handover of plans for order development to those tasked with execution of the operation. Provide staffs with the situational awareness and rationale for key decisions necessary to ensure that there is a coherent transition from planning to execution.

3.2.2.2.3. Supporting the implementation and planning efforts of counterparts in USCENTCOM Component Commands, other key Combatant Commands, the Joint Staff, the Office of

Secretary of Defense, counterparts in other Federal departments and agencies, Allies, Coalition members, and partner nations.

3.2.2.2.4. Providing technical recommendations to joint planning teams and working groups regarding Joint Planning, the Joint Operational Planning Process, Execution System, Exercise/Training Planning, and Joint Doctrine. Develop and deliver briefs to senior leaders, on topics within the scope of the task order.

3.2.2.2.5. Providing technical support in evaluating and coordinating USCENTCOM strategies, plans, and policies related to the USCENTCOM Area of Responsibility (AOR).

3.2.2.2.6. Providing analyses and recommendations for USCENTCOM implementation and planning efforts involving joint, interagency, and multinational partners and allies.

3.2.2.2.7. Providing support and assistance to directed joint planning teams and working group for coordination between staff and coalition or regional partner representatives for operations in the USCENTCOM AOR.

3.2.2.2.8. Advising the USCENTCOM Commander’s staff (Joint Directorate and below) on strategic and regional concerns.

3.2.2.2.9. Providing analyses, recommendations, and draft products for joint planning teams and working group approval in developing of orders, analyses, estimates, and briefings for USCENTCOM leadership and primary staff.

3.2.3. STRATEGY, PLANS, EXERCISES, AND POLICY SUPPORT SERVICES (CLIN 3)

3.2.3.1. The position shall be staffed by individuals with (1) at least 3 years of planning experience with comprehensive knowledge of Joint Publication 5-0; (2) experience in a military or civilian capacity at a Geographic or Functional Combatant Command Headquarters; (3) proficiency in developing joint, interagency, and multinational activities within identified ways, means, and ends; and (4) experience in planning, researching, and providing qualitative analysis of kinetic, non-kinetic, lethal, and non-lethal options against state and non-state adversaries. Graduates of JAWS, SAMS, SAASS, SAW, MAWS, or equivalent Senior Service College and/or experience with command and control information systems, is preferred.

3.2.3.2. These services are required to support unique Joint Planning Team/Operational Planning Team (OPT) efforts which may require:

3.2.3.2.1. Conducting all aspects of the Joint Operational Planning Process to include Mission Analysis, Course of Action (COA) Development, COA Analysis (Wargaming), COA Comparison and Decision.

3.2.3.2.2. Conducting Plans and Order Development: Analyze COA decision, mission statement, commander’s intent, and guidance to develop plans and/or orders that direct subordinate actions.

3.2.3.2.3. Conducting orderly handover of plans for order development to those tasked with execution of the operation. Provide staffs with the situational awareness and rationale for key decisions necessary to ensure that there is a coherent transition from planning to execution.

3.2.3.2.4. Providing analyses and recommendations, in support of high-priority USCENTCOM planning efforts involving joint, interagency, and multinational partners and allies.

3.2.3.2.5. Providing support in the implementation and planning efforts to counterparts in USCENTCOM Component Commands, other Combatant Commands, the Joint Staff, the Office of Secretary of Defense, counterparts in other Federal departments and agencies, Allies, Coalition Members and partners.

3.2.3.2.6. Providing support and assistance to directed joint planning teams and working groups by coordinating between Directorates/staffs, and coalition and regional partner representatives for operations in the USCENTCOM AOR. This includes the ability or willingness to learn program of record systems such as, but not restricted to, C2IE, MAVEN, or other systems to capture, display, and manipulate data.

3.2.3.2.7. Providing analyses, estimates, recommendations, briefings, and draft products for joint planning team and working group approval to support the development of plans and orders as directed by USCENTCOM leadership and primary staff.

3.2.3.2.8. Providing technical recommendations to joint planning teams and working groups regarding the Joint Operational Planning Process, Joint Operational Planning, Execution System, Exercise/Training Planning, and Joint Doctrine.

3.2.3.2.9. Providing coordination of Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests and Mandatory Declassification Reviews (MDR) according to legal standards set by the various laws governing the processing, declassification, and release of information from designated CENTCOM files. This includes thorough searching of files controlled by CCJ5 for information relevant for government personnel to determine declassification and ability to disseminate of information based on a detailed knowledge of existing legal statutes and advising the CCJ5 on the FOIA and MDR Program in accordance with CENTCOM directives to ensure plans and orders are properly safeguarded.

3.2.4. STRATEGY, PLANS, EXERCISES, AND POLICY SUPPORT SERVICES / WEAPONS

OF MASS DESTRUCTION (WMD) (CLIN 4)

3.2.4.1. The position shall be staffed by an individual who is (1) a graduate of the Joint Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Planning Course (JCPC), CWMD Senior Staff Planners course, or equivalent program; (2) has at least 5 years of WMD related planning experience; and (3) has a minimum of 3 year of experience at the Geographic or Functional Combatant Command Headquarters.

3.2.4.2. These services are required to support unique Joint Planning Team/Operational Planning Team (OPT) efforts which may require:

3.2.4.2.1. Supporting all aspects of the Joint Operational Planning Process to include: Mission Analysis, Course of Action (COA) Development, COA Analysis (Wargaming), COA Comparison and Decision.

3.2.4.2.2. Supporting Plans and Order Development: Analyze COA decision, mission statement, commander’s intent, and guidance to develop plans and/or orders that direct subordinate actions.

3.2.4.2.3. Acting as subject matter expert support to USCENTCOM for USSOCOM-led planning efforts, to include Counter weapons of mass destruction (WMD) and WMD-Terrorism (WMD-T) plans, deterrence planning, and Global Counter Terrorism (CT) with WMD-T planning efforts. Support the development, coordination, and analysis of CWMD and CWMD-T plans assessments with the Joint Staff, Office of the Secretary of Defense, other Combatant Commands, and relevant interagency and other government agencies as required. Participates in the CWMD and CWMD-T community of interest, making recommendations to improve CWMD and CWMD-T plans, policies, and strategies. Experience in Special Operations activities and CT is preferred.

3.2.4.2.4. Supporting the development of overall joint system concepts, designs, and technical approaches to meet broadly stated requirements and objectives. The contractor must conduct top-level systems analysis, perform trade studies, perform technical optimizations, and develop high- level designs. Planner must staff, prepare complex operations or technical documentation, conduct reviews, and deliver presentations all pertaining to WMD.

3.2.4.2.5. Providing coordination of FOIAs and MDRs according to legal standards set by the various laws governing the processing, declassification, and release of information from designated CENTCOM files. This includes thorough searching of files controlled by CCJ5 for information relevant for government personnel to determine declassification and ability to disseminate information based on a detailed knowledge of existing legal statutes, current CENTCOM information strategies and advising CCJ5 on the FOIA and MDR Program in accordance with CENTCOM directives to ensure plans and orders are properly safeguarded.

3.2.5. STRATEGY, PLANS, EXERCISES, AND POLICY SUPPORT SERVICES / SPECIAL

OPERATIONS (CLIN 5)

3.2.5.1. The position shall be staffed by an individual who is (1) a graduate of the Special Operations Planning Course (SOPC), (2) has a minimum of 10 years of experience working in the Special Operations Community, and (3) has a minimum of 3 years of experience at a Joint or Combined Command Headquarters.

3.2.5.2. Provide and apply Special Operations expertise for assisting in developing plans, orders and CONOPs and aligning Special Operations support to the USCENTCOM mission and Commander’s priorities.

3.2.5.3. Provide and apply expertise to planning, plans coordination, and synchronizing efforts supporting the full spectrum of special operations in joint, multinational, and interagency contexts.

3.2.5.4. Utilize technical expertise, experience, and knowledge of all Special Operations Forces core missions to advise the USCENTCOM Commander on the employment and utilization of special operations forces. Utilize cognitive problem-solving skills to overcome complex operational and strategic challenges. Analyze and ensure synchronization of special operations planning and execution efforts across DoD elements, IA, Allied, Coalition and multi-national special operations activities within the USCENTCOM AOR.

3.2.5.5. Provide Special Operations expertise to current operations and support to other special activities requirements.

3.2.5.6. Provide coordination of FOIAs and MDRs according to legal standards set by the various laws governing the processing, declassification, and release of information from designated CENTCOM files. This includes thorough searching of files controlled by CCJ5 for information relevant for government personnel to determine declassification and ability to disseminate information based on a detailed knowledge of existing legal statutes, current CENTCOM information strategies and advising CCJ5 on the FOIA and MDR Program in accordance with CENTCOM directives to ensure plans and orders are properly safeguarded.

3.2.6. STRATEGY, PLANS, EXERCISES, AND POLICY SUPPORT SERVICES / JOPES

(CLIN 6)

3.2.6.1. The position shall be staffed by individuals with (1) a minimum of 5 years of military experience, (2) a minimum of 5 years of experience utilizing the Joint Operations Planning and Execution System (JOPES), and (3) a minimum of 3 years of experience at a Joint or Combined Command Headquarters.

3.2.6.2.1. Provide expertise to conduct research and analysis of full spectrum operations in a joint, multinational, and interagency context.

3.2.6.2.2. Provide expertise to produce detailed graphics, written analysis, and other products for the USCENTCOM Commander that accurately reflect the evolving operational/strategic picture and issues within the USCENTCOM AOR.

3.2.6.2.3. Provide expert analysis of other DoD, interagency, and multinational operations to ensure synchronization with USCENTCOM objectives.

3.2.6.2.4. Provide expertise on the use of automation and computer modeling resources in analyses.

3.2.6.2.5. Incorporate JOPES Time Phased Force Deployment Data (TPFDD) analysis into the operational and strategic plans.

3.2.6.2.6. Coordinate with United States Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) and convey a feasibility analysis for planned missions.

3.2.6.2.7. Provide Functional Analysis of Operational Plans up to a "Level 4" detail (Level 1- Commander's Estimate; Level 2-Base Plan; Level 3-Concept Plan; Level 4-Operation Plan).

3.2.7. STRATEGY, PLANS, EXERCISES, AND POLICY SUPPORT SERVICES / LOGISTICS

(CLIN 7)

3.2.7.1. The position shall be staffed by an individual who (1) is a graduate of the Joint Logistics Course or equivalent program, (2) has at least 5 years of strategic logistics planning experience, and (3) has a minimum of 3 years of experience at the Geographic or Functional Combatant Command Headquarters. Having a Master’s degree is preferred.

3.2.7.2. These services are required to support unique Joint Planning Team/Operational Planning Team (OPT) efforts which may require:

3.2.7.2.1. Developing logistics plans, exercises, and training activities using the Joint Operational Planning Process (JOPP) and Joint Doctrine as outlined in Joint Publication 4-0 and 5-0.

3.2.7.2.2. Synchronizing and implementing logistics planning with counterparts in USCENTCOM Component Commands, other Combatant Commands, the Joint Staff, the Office of Secretary of Defense, Defense Logistics Agency, and counterparts in other Federal Departments and Agencies.

3.2.7.2.3. Providing logistics subject matter expertise on sustainment and logistics functions to operational planning teams and appropriate USCENTCOM staff.

3.2.7.2.4. Supporting implementation, training/exercises, and planning efforts with logistics counterparts in USCENTCOM Component Commands, other key Combatant Commands, the Joint Staff, the Office of Secretary of Defense, and counterparts in other Federal departments and agencies.

3.2.7.2.5. Collaborating with CCJ4 on strategic and regional logistics concerns.

3.2.7.2.6. Providing analyses, recommendations, and draft products for the logistics planners’ approval, in the development of analyses, estimates, exercise objectives, and briefings for primary staff.

3.2.7.2.7. Providing technical recommendations to logistics planners regarding the Joint Operational Planning Process, Joint Operational Planning and Execution System (JOPES), Adaptive Planning and Execution (APEX), and Joint Doctrine.

3.2.7.2.8. Supporting planning efforts which require knowledge of military planning, training and exercising techniques and procedures. Participate in a cross-Directorate team of joint, multinational and or interagency planners.

3.2.7.2.9. Providing logistics expertise and writing logistics equities and tasks into USCENTCOM plans and orders in accordance with Joint Publication 5-0.

3.2.7.2.10. Developing and maintaining a current logistics running estimate of the theater in support of the planning effort.

3.2.7.2.11. Developing and maintaining the status of the USCENTCOM Requirements Review Process projects. Developing products in support of the review board and coordinate between components, CF-KSA, host nation, the Joint Staff and DoD.

3.2.8. STRATEGY, PLANS, EXERCISES, AND POLICY SUPPORT SERVICES / SPECIAL

TECHNICAL OPERATIONS (STO) (CLIN 8)

3.2.8.1. The position shall be staffed by individuals with (1) experience planning, synchronizing and assessing STO requirements within full-spectrum IO operations; (2) experience with developing and integrating STO requirements within campaign strategy, plans, and orders; (3) have completed the Special Technical Operations (STO) Planner’s course and Planning and Decision Aid System (PDAS) Users course, (4) have a Bachelor’s Degree, and at least two (2) years’ experience directly involved in STO at a Joint or Geographical Combatant Command Headquarters.

3.2.8.2. These services are required to support Special Technical Operation (STO) planning for USCENTCOM and its components. The candidate will provide expertise in Sensitive Activities, Special Access Programs (SAP), Alternate Compensatory Control Measure (ACCM) programs, and Special Technical Operations (STO) by advising and assisting in development of interdepartmental relationships between the Operations Directorate, Sensitive Activities Division, and the STO branch in conjunction with on-going and future J5 planning. Assist in integrating joint SAPs, STO and ACCMs to all USCENTCOM planning efforts and will lead USCENTCOM sponsored, planning, integration, and implementation efforts involving USCENTCOM Component Commands, other key Combatant Commands, the Joint Staff, the Office of Secretary of Defense, as well as, Interagency, Coalition and Regional partners.

Manage the Review and Approval Process (RAP) to gain approval for STO, SAP, and Sensitive Activities Concepts of Operation (CONOPs) and plans. Additional duties may include:

3.2.8.2.1. Provide technical recommendations to the J3 regarding the Joint Operational Planning Process, Joint Operational Planning and Execution System, campaign appreciation, campaign design, mission analysis, and critical factors analysis.

3.2.8.2.2. Assistance in the development, evaluation, and coordination, and implementation of USCENTCOM Integrated Joint Special Technical Operations (IJSTO) plans with other sensitive activities plans and concepts.

3.2.8.2.3. Provide expertise regarding the Staff Action Officer duties involved in the planning, coordination and de-conflicting DoD plans, operations, actions and activities with the Joint Staff, Office of Secretary Defense, Geographical Combatant Commands, Functional Combatant Commands, Interagency, Intelligence Community, other DoD agencies, service staff, and supporting commands.

3.2.8.2.4. Adhere to IJSTO regulations, directives, instructions, and policy for safe handling, storage, and access to Special Technical Operations materials, equipment, and communication equipment.

3.2.8.2.5. Provide technical recommendations to planning teams and working groups regarding the inclusion of ACCM, SAP, and STO into Joint Operational Planning Process, Joint Operational Planning, Exercise Planning, and Joint Doctrine.

3.2.8.2.6. Support OPT efforts which require a working knowledge of military planning techniques and procedures. Participate in a cross-Directorate team of planners through; Mission Analysis, Course of Action (COA) Development, Course of Action Analysis (Wargaming), Course of Action Comparison and Decision, Plans and Order Development, and Transition.

3.2.9. STRATEGY, PLANS, EXERCISES, AND POLICY SUPPORT SERVICES /

COMMUNICATION SYCHRONIZATION (CLIN 9)

3.2.9.1. The position shall be staffed by individuals who (1) have a minimum of 5 years of planning experience in at least one information related area: Public Affairs (PA), Information Operations (IO), Key Leader Engagements (KLE), or Civil Affairs (CA); (2) have preferably completed Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) I, and (3) preferably have Corporate Marketing experience. Approximately 50% of the personnel within this CLIN will have a TS/SCI Clearance and the remaining 50% will have a SECRET Clearance. Those personnel with a SECRET Clearance will work outside the Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF).

3.2.9.2. These services are required to support unique Joint Planning Team/Operational Planning Team (OPT) efforts which may require:

3.2.9.2.1. Providing expertise on the development and synchronization of Communication strategies and plans.

3.2.9.2.2 Providing subject matter expertise input during the drafting of Key Leader Engagement (KLE) policies.

3.2.9.2.3. Providing recommendations in the design of KLE management tools and managing data within these tools, to include KLE data, KLE read-outs, and strategic messaging content as appropriate.

3.2.9.2.4. Providing senior onsite support to the development of Communication initiatives or strategies including themes, narratives, actions, activities, and key audience identification.

3.2.9.2.5. Tracking key themes and messages from USG leaders to keep Concept Plans and OPLANs communication efforts synchronized with USG strategic messaging.

3.2.9.2.6. Providing expertise on methodologies and processes for unifying communications efforts between USCENTCOM, subordinate commands, Joint Staff, and the Interagency.

3.2.9.2.7. Providing expertise on the integration of Communication plans, operations and assessments across the disciplines of Public Affairs, Information Operations, and Key Leader Engagement.

3.2.9.2.8. Coordinating with appropriate USCENTCOM directorates to align communication efforts in support of designated plans.

3.2.9.2.9. Developing and delivering, as required, effective oral and written presentations, to include briefs to senior leaders, on topics within the scope of the task order.

3.2.9.2.10. Developing and updating, as needed, Annex Y: Commander's Communication Strategy for CONPLAN s, OPLANs, and OPORDs.

3.2.9.2.11. Providing coordination of FOIAs and MDRs according to legal standards set by the various laws governing the processing, declassification, and release of information from designated CENTCOM files. This includes thorough searching of files controlled by CCJ5 for information relevant for government personnel to determine declassification and ability to disseminate information based on a detailed knowledge of existing legal statutes, current CENTCOM information strategies and advising CCJ5 on the FOIA and MDR Program in accordance with CENTCOM directives to ensure plans and orders are properly safeguarded.

3.2.10. SENIOR STAFF COORDINATION SERVICES/CONTRACTOR SITE LEAD (CLIN 10)

3.2.10.1. The position shall be staffed by an individual with (1) a minimum of 12 years of military service, (2) a minimum of 3 years of experience at a Joint or Combined Command Headquarters, (3) a minimum of 4 years of work experience on Share Point, (4) a minimum of 2 years working as a Share Point Administrator, and (5) a demonstrated working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

3.2.10.2. These services are required to serve as contractor site lead for all SPPS contracted staff personnel. Responsible to the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) for managing the task order staff in accordance with the PWS workload requirements and/or as assigned by the division leadership through the COR. Duties and responsibilities may include:

3.2.10.2.1. Support and coordination related to assisting the Directorate and contract staff with the conduct of day-to-day operations.

3.2.10.2.2. Maintaining calendars including daily calendars for key leaders and assist with short- and long-range calendars and other battle rhythm events.

3.2.10.2.3. Performing duties as the contract site lead for the prime contract and coordinating all activities with the Contracting Officer Representative (COR)

3.2.10.2.4. Providing oversight of all contract administrative functions and personnel. Tracking contractor effort expended for individual tasks completed. Coordinating with the COR and government leads to manage contractor effort as required.

3.2.10.2.5. Assisting with generation and submittal of contractor travel and Additional Work Effort (AWE) requests. Maintaining local records of travel and AWE requested and expended during current period of performance. Coordinating with the COR to ensure efficient utilization of resources.

3.2.10.2.6. Providing facility and administrative support at other various locations, as needed, when requested by the Government.

3.2.10.2.7. Administering the J5-Plans Tasker Management Tool (TMT). At the direction of the Chief of Plans, disseminate, track, update, and assist with assigning USCENTCOM, Joint Staff, and DoD taskings through the TMT.

3.2.10.2.8. Assisting with daily reporting requirements; monitoring and tracking evaluations;

maintaining personnel evaluations; in and out process division personnel; compiling and maintaining supply inventory for government purchase card holder; assisting with personnel and facility security management.

3.2.10.2.9. Assist maintaining SharePoint & Organizational File Servers/sites on SIPR and JWICS (authorities for two networks).

3.2.10.2.10. Creating staff clearance validation requests, coordinating with the Special Security Office (SSO) and updating access files for assigned facilities as needed/required.

3.2.10.2.11. Providing support on travel coordination and use of the Defense Travel System (DTS) and roster production.

3.2.10.2.12. Serving as the Lead Scheduler for TSVTC's for J5-Plans.

3.2.10.2.13. When required, acting as a liaison between users and respective help desks to assist with identification of the issues and articulate the problem to facilitate a quick resolution.

3.2.11. PLANS AND STAFF COORDINATION SERVICES (CLIN 11)

3.2.11.1. The position shall be staffed by an individual with (1) at least 10 years of military service; (2) at least 2 years of experience at a Joint or Combined Command Headquarters; (3) effective understanding and use of the English language, to include clear, effective, and grammatically correct oral and written communication; and (3) a demonstrated working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

3.2.11.2. These services are required to support coordination and administrative staff functions and may include:

3.2.11.2.1. Providing administrative support and coordination for J5-Plans divisions and all contract staff. Providing support on travel coordination and use of the Defense Travel System

(DTS).

3.2.11.2.2. Supporting contract staff administrative requirements. Assisting with ID card, security badge, and computer network requirements.

3.2.11.2.3. Coordinating logistical support for daily activities as well as conferences and working groups. Assisting with scheduling of meeting rooms, conference rooms and external venues as required.

3.2.11.2.4. Maintaining calendars, including daily calendars for key leaders, and assisting with short- and long-range calendars and other battle rhythm events.

3.2.11.2.5. Assisting with facility and administrative support at other various locations as needed when requested by the Government.

3.2.11.2.6. Serving as the alternate J5-PlansTask Management Tool Administrator.

Disseminate, track, update, and assist with identifying personnel to execute USCENTCOM, Joint Staff, and DoD taskings to J3, J5 and J4 as assigned.

3.2.11.2.7. Assisting with daily reporting requirements; monitoring and tracking evaluations;

maintaining personnel evaluations; in and out processing of division personnel; compile and maintain supply inventory for government purchase card holder; assist with personnel and facility security management.

3.2.11.2.8. Providing support to the Special Security Office and creating staff clearance validations/request and coordinate with other SSO POC’s and update access files.

3.3. OPTIONAL REQUIREMENTS. On-going regional conflicts, having a distinct possibility of escalating outside of the United States Government’s intention, and global geopolitical friction impacting throughout the USCENCOM areas of operation and interest present, with high likelihood, changing requirements throughout the awarded contract and, with almost certainty, within contract option years. These optional requirements are intended to address the uncertainty outlined above and the contractor, if requested by the customer, and approved by the Contracting Officer, will fill the requirements within two months of written notification.

3.3.1. STRATEGY, PLANS, EXERCISES, AND POLICY SUPPORT SERVICES / CYBER

OPERATIONS (O-CLIN 12)

3.3.1.1. (1) certification in accordance with The position shall be staffed by an individual with a DoD Directive 857.01M at Level 1 or higher, (2) a graduate of the Joint Information/Cyber Space Operations Planner Course, and (3) a minimum of 3 years of cyber planning experience in a Joint or Combined Command Headquarters, National Security Agency, or United States Cyber Command (USCYBERCOM).

3.3. 1.2. These services are required to support unique Joint Planning Team/Operational Planning Team (OPT) efforts which may require:

3.3.1.2.1. Providing expertise on Offensive Cyber Operations and Defensive Cyber Operations during strategic and operational level planning and coordination.

3.3.1.2.2. Participating as a member of USCENTCOM planning teams to integrate cyberspace operations into DoD full spectrum planning and operations, to include OPLAN development, surveillance and reconnaissance, Operational Preparation of the Environment, Defend/Deter/Deny, Targeting/Fires/Strike, and other plans and operations, as required.

3.3.1.2.3. Coordinating Cyber plans, policy and requirements with Office of Secretary of Defense, Joint Staff, USCYBERCOM, Services and other organizations as required to support USCENTCOM strategic and operational planning.

3.3.1.2.4. Collaborating with the J3-Joint Cyber Center to develop command Cyber plans, policy, and capabilities requirements, and integrate them into strategic and operational planning.

3.3.1.2.5. Conducting Integrated Joint Special Technical Operations planning to support Cyberspace Operations. Conduct Cyberspace Operations planning to enable Information Operations, to include Military Information Support Operations, Electronic Warfare, Deception and Special Technical Operations.

3.3.1.2.6. Supporting Joint, Interagency, Intergovernmental, and Multinational planning, to include crisis action, deliberate, contingency, and global campaign planning, for DoD plans and operations.

3.3.1.2.7. Providing expertise on the Staff Action Officer duties involved in the planning, coordination and de-conflicting of DoD plans, operations, actions and activities with the Joint Staff, Office of Secretary Defense, Geographical Combatant Commands, Functional Combatant Commands, Interagency, Intelligence Community, other DoD agencies, service staff, and supporting commands.

3.3.1.2.8. Coordinating with CENTCOM J6 planners to reduce overlap of effort and potential conceptual conflicts.

3.3.2. SENIOR STRATEGY, PLANS, AND POLICY / AIR TARGETEER (O-CLIN 13)

3.3.2.1. The position shall be staffed by an individual with (1) a graduate of Joint Advanced Warfighting School (JAWS), School of Advanced Military Studies (SAMS), School of Advanced Warfighting (SAW), Maritime Advanced Warfighting School (MAWS), or Senior Service College;

(2) hold a bachelor’s degree; (3) have at least 10 years of planning experience as a senior air combat tactician, air mobility employment; (4) be a graduate from a Service tactics/weapons school; (5) have a minimum of 3 years planning experience at the Geographic or Functional

Combatant Command Headquarters; and (6) have a minimum of 2 years of experience working in an Air Operations Control Center.

3.3.2.2. These services are required to support unique Operational Planning Teams (OPT), Targeting and Fires Working Groups, serve as the USCENTCOM lead planner for a specialized air mission, the CENTCOM Synchronization Exercises, and Executive Steering Group (ESG) efforts which may require:

3.3.2.2.1. Utilizing expertise in Joint planning and targeting to organize, direct and coordinate planning and production of briefings, point papers, plans, and guidance on the development and integration of lethal and non-lethal fires.

3.3.2.2.2. Assisting in producing drafts and recommendations for approval, to the development of overall joint system concepts, concept of operations/fires designs and technical approaches to meet broadly stated requirements, objectives, and end states.

3.3.2.2.3. Assisting in continuity efforts including evaluations/recommendations, to the CCJ5 as it directs, coordinates, and conducts a combatant command level planning process for air employment.

3.3.2.2.4. Providing the USCENTCOM Commander, USCENTCOM senior staff, adjacent directorates, and Component Commanders, with advice, recommendations, and specialized Plans briefings to include scheme of fires, targeting, special mission, and concept of operations assessment.

3.3.2.2.5. Assisting with organizing and coordinating air/fires/targeting planning and production of all task order activities.

3.3.2.2.6. Assisting in facilitating coordination across working groups and admin support staff supporting all air operations, scheme of fires, and targeting for all plans and activities.

3.3.2.2.7. Supporting the management of a working group with a comprehensive view of operations by contributing to report preparation, conducting analytical and statistical research, and by providing alternative solutions and assessments for air operations as part of a concept of operations, phasing construct, and a scheme of fires.

3.3.2.2.8. Providing specialized technical support in the development and evaluation of CCJ5 war games, Operational Plans (OPLANs), Contingency Plans, specialized options/missions, and SME support to ensure planning objectives are met. Participating in, or leading discussions as applicable side bars at the Operations/Logistics Conferences.

3.3.2.2.9. Assisting in planning and synchronizing Special Technical Operations (STO), Non- Kinetic Effects such as Cyber, Information Related Capabilities (IRC), Special Access Programs (SAP), and other non-lethal effects to support the planning efforts.

3.3.2.2.10. Providing specialized coordination as applicable with external agencies in support of critical planning efforts with counterparts in USCENTCOM Component and Combatant Commands, the Joint Staff, the Office of Secretary of Defense, as well as interagency counterparts.

3.3.2.2.11. Providing technical support and assistance to CCJ5 coordination between staff and coalition representatives and their respective senior leaders regarding air operations, scheme of fires, and targeting in the USCENTCOM AOR.

3.3.2.2.12. Providing technical recommendations to the CCJ5 regarding the Joint Operational Planning Process, Joint Operational Planning and Execution System, campaign appreciation, campaign design, mission analysis, targeting and fires effects, and critical factors analysis.

3.3.2.2.13. Conducting the orderly handover of plans for order development to those tasked with execution of the operation. Provide staffs with the situational awareness and rationale for key decisions necessary to ensure that there is a coherent transition from planning to execution. Continuously maintain running estimates that allow for plans and orders refinement.

3.3.3. STRATEGY, PLANS, EXERCISES, AND POLICY SUPPORT SERVICES / MILITARY

DECEPTION (MILDEC) (O-CLIN 14)

3.3.3.1. The position shall be staffed by an individual with (1) a graduate from the Defense MILDEC Training Course IAW the current CJCSI 3211.01; (2) a graduate of a Service or Joint level MILDEC training course IAW USCENCTOM R-525-3; (3) have at least 5 years of MILDEC planning experience; and (5) have a minimum of 3 years of experience at the Geographic or Functional Combatant Command Headquarters.

3.3.3.2. These services are required to support unique Joint Planning Team/ Operational Planning Team (OPT) efforts which may require:

3.3.3.2.1. Providing support in the drafting, approval, and execution of current MILDEC plans and orders to enhance operational success, reduce U.S. casualties, and prevent loss of equipment.

3.3.3.2.2. Providing subject matter expertise to USCENTCOM Component Commands for MILDEC planning with specific expertise in MILDEC plan coordination and plan de-confliction.

3.3.3.2.3. Providing expertise during the assessment of MILDEC operations based upon reviewing Measures of Performance (MOP) and Measures of Effectiveness (MOE) defined in MILDEC plans.

3.3.3.2.4. Providing support in coordinating with Counterintelligence assets.

3.3.3.2.5. Providing expertise in the synchronization of MILDEC planned and current operations, activities and investments with Computer Network Operations, Electronic Warfare, operations security (OPSEC), and military information support operations in support of political and military objectives.

3.3.4. FOCAL POINT PROGRAM SERVICES (O-CLIN 15)

3.3.4.1. The position shall be staffed by an individual with (1) a minimum of 2 years of experience at a Joint or Combined Command Headquarters, (2) a minimum of 5 years of working in a Focal Point Control Program, and (3) have a detailed knowledge of the Alternative or Compensatory Control Measure (ACCM) program and CENTCOM Regulation 335-2.

3.3.4.2. These services are required to manage knowledge management systems and functions may include:

3.3.4.2.1. Providing subject matter expertise input to the Alternative Compensatory Control Measure (ACCM) program in accordance with CENTCOM Regulation 335-2, maintain an accurate archive of personnel currently read on to controlled ACCMs, coordinate read-on and read-off of personnel with subordinate and adjacent ACCM points of contact, capture the required data in the appropriate databases.

3.3.4.2.2. Processing Information Access Authorizations in coordination with Lead Planner POCs, CENTCOM Focal Point Program Control Office (FPPCO) and Special Security Office.

3.3.4.2.3. Conducting Manual Cross Domain Transfers of digital products to support division activities in accordance with the CENTCOM Authorized Transfer Agent program.

3.3.4.2.4. Serving as a Division Primary (and Directorate Alternate) Knowledge and Information Management Representative (KIMR), as well as the Division Records Management Officer.

3.3.4.2.5. Developing and utilizing automated information systems to disseminate internal and external information and perform related resource management functions.

3.3.4.2.6. Managing SharePoint Portals across multiple networks responsible for SharePoint administration and security, SharePoint development, and SharePoint site management.

3.3.4.2.7. Providing coordination of FOIAs and MDRs according to legal standards set by the various laws governing the processing, declassification, and release of information from designated CENTCOM files. This includes thorough searching of files controlled by CCJ5 for information relevant for government personnel to determine declassification and ability to disseminate information based on a detailed knowledge of existing legal statutes, current CENTCOM information strategies and advising CCJ5 on the FOIA and MDR Program in accordance with CENTCOM directives to ensure plans and orders are properly safeguarded.

3.4. CONTINGENCY SUPPORT REQUIREMENTS. On-going regional conflicts, having a distinct possibility of escalating outside of the United States Government’s intention, and global geopolitical friction impacting throughout the USCENTCOM areas of operation and interest present, with high likelihood, changing requirements throughout the awarded contract and, with almost certainty, within contract option years. These contingency support requirements are intended to address the uncertainty outlined above and the contractor, if requested by the customer, will fill the requirements within two months of written notification.

3.4.1. CONTINGENCY SUPPORT FORWARD (CS-CLIN 16)

3.4.1.1. The Contingency Support CLIN is applicable to CLINs 1 (Master Planner), 2 (Senior Planner) and 3 (Planner) above. All requirements from these CLINs remain but the temporary duty locations are within the USCENTCOM AOR, specifically Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Iraq, Israel, and Jordan. Additional locations may include Stuttgart, Germany and London, England.

The expected duration of temporary forward duty will not exceed the originating contingency surge event requiring deployed surge support. Work hours surge from 40 to 60 per week, anticipating 10-hour days, 6 days per week.

3.4.2. HEADQUARTERS CONTINGENCY SUPPORT (CS-CLIN 17)

3.4.2.1. This Headquarters Contingency Support CLIN is applicable to CLINs 2 (Senior Planner), 3 (Planner), and 5 (Special Operations) above. All requirements from these CLINs remain and the primary duty location remains HQ USCENTCOM, Tampa, MacDill AFB, FL. The expected duration of contingency support will not exceed the originating contingency surge event. Work hours surge from 40 to 70 per week, anticipating 14-hour days, 5 days per week.

3.4.3. CONTINUITY OF OPERATIONS SUPPORT (CS-CLIN 18)

3.4.3.1. This Continuity of Operations Support (COOP) CLIN is applicable to all CLINs. All requirements from these CLINs remain but the primary duty location is undisclosed for security considerations. For lodging and MI&E estimates, utilize Tampa, Florida rates or the rate location used by USCENTCOM military and government civilian employees. The expected duration of COOP support will not exceed resolution of the COOP triggering event. Work hours may surge from 40 to 70 per week, anticipating 14-hour days, 5 days per week.

4. SERVICES SUMMARY / PERFORMANCE CRITERIA MATRIX

4.1. The Services Summary identifies the performance objectives and performance thresholds for all critical tasks associated with providing the services outlined in this PWS. This section contains those items considered most important for mission accomplishment. The performance objectives are those services/tasks required in the PWS. The performance threshold describes the minimum acceptable levels of service required for each requirement.

The thresholds are critical to mission success. The Government requires the Contractor to perform at the acceptable levels throughout the life of the task order. See Attachment A. Table of Services Summary.

5. DELIVERABLES

5.1. All deliverables shall be submitted to the appointed government task lead, COR, or alternate COR using USCENTCOM e-mail.

5.2. See Attachment B. Table of Deliverables for the list of data and report deliverables.

5.3. Upon receipt of each deliverable, the Government will review and approve. If a deliverable is unacceptable, the Government will notify the Contractor, who shall coordinate with the COR to determine resubmission time.

5.4. The acceptance of deliverables and satisfactory work performance required herein shall be based on the standards as specified in the requirements per Attachment A and Attachment B of this document and USCENTCOM policy and/or procedures. The COR will review the Contractor’s performance indicators in accordance with all the specifications stated in this document. Only the COR or alternate COR has the authority to inspect, accept, or reject work performed under this task order. The COR or alternate COR may coordinate with respective government task lead.

5.5. References for report deliverables and acronyms. Joint Doctrine Publications provide all references for reporting requirements. Copies should be obtained from the military service assigned administrative support responsibility by DoD Directive 5100.03, 07 September 2017, “Support of the Headquarters of Combatant and Subordinate Unified Commands”. For this task order use the U.S. Air Force Publications Distribution Center, 2800 Eastern Boulevard Bengies, Baltimore, MD 21220- 2896.

5.6. All non-electronic deliverables and products shall be delivered to the following mailing address:

USCENTCOM, CCJ5-Plans ATTN: Contracting Officer Representative 7115 South Boundary Blvd MacDill, FL 33621

6. GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED PROPERTY AND SERVICES

6.1. GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED EQUIPMENT (GFE): The Government will furnish the Contractor with workspace to accomplish the tasks in this performance work statement. The Government will provide utilities, heating and air-conditioning, and telephone service.

Additionally, the Government will provide the Contractor workstations for all Contractor personnel, consisting of a desk, chair, and personal computer with access to the USCENTCOM local area classified and unclassified networks, and telephone for use during the period of this task order. The Government will approve adjustments in the number of workstations if personnel increase. Additionally, the Government will provide access to copier, and fax equipment necessary to produce deliverables and other equipment determined by the Government to be necessary to accomplish the tasks of this PWS. The Contractor shall comply with the USCENTCOM property management/inventory policies for all Government provided equipment.

The Contractor shall be provided supplies, materials, and services to support performance under this task order.

6.2. GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED MATERIAL (GFM): The Government will provide all equipment, hardware, and software for technical systems upgrades. The Contractor will be required to provide incidental materials related to event support while Outside the Continental United States (OCONUS) when it is more cost-effective to do so and time is of the essence for mission accomplishment. Examples of incidental materials are connectors, LAN cable, power cords, power adapters, surge suppressors, projector lamps, duplication and binding services, as well as printer, copier, and office supplies.

7. GENERAL INFORMATION

7.1. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE. Most of the work will be performed on-site at USCENTCOM Headquarters in Tampa, Florida. A requirement will exist for contractor staff to attend meetings in the CONUS and OCONUS on a recurring basis. Most of the work will be performed on-site at USCENTCOM Headquarters in Tampa, Florida, unless a contractor is supporting a Contingency Support Requirement. Contractors may conduct unclassified and classified work from remote locations, in accordance with current USCENTCOM policies, after receiving Division Chief, Contracting Officer Representative, and Contract Site Lead approval.

GFE for remote work will be provided by USCENTCOM or provided by another government entity after appropriate…