Atttachment 1_Statement of Work_PR20157679.pdf

Statement of Work (SOW)

TITLE: Financial Investigations Basics and Lead Development Training – Yuma Border Patrol Station

1. BACKGROUND

The Yuma Border Patrol Station is responsible for highway interdiction and border enforcement operations in the Yuma Sector. Agents frequently encounter bulk currency and contraband that may be linked to smuggling organizations and broader criminal networks.

Currently, baseline training emphasizes general patrol and enforcement duties and does not provide sufficient depth in financial investigations, seizure documentation for forfeiture, or lead development to support downstream investigative actions. As a result, some roadside currency and contraband seizures are not fully leveraged to generate actionable financial leads and subsequent asset forfeiture.

To address this gap and to support the objectives of the Treasury Forfeiture Fund (TFF), the Yuma Border Patrol Station requires specialized training in financial investigations fundamentals and lead development. This training will enable agents and intelligence personnel to better identify financial crime indicators, document seizures in a manner that supports forfeiture, develop and package leads, and coordinate effectively with investigative partners.

2. SCOPE:

The contractor shall provide professional training services to design, tailor (if necessary), and deliver a “Financial Investigations Basics and Lead Development” course to Yuma Border Patrol Station personnel.

The scope includes:

• Delivery of two (2) iterations of a foundational course focused on financial investigations, asset forfeiture fundamentals, and lead development, for up to 25 students per iteration.

• Instruction and practical exercises aligned with CBP/USBP operational contexts, focusing on roadside currency seizures, contraband interdiction, and related financial crime indicators.

• Provision of training materials and job aids that participants can use in ongoing operations.

• Collection and reporting of training evaluation data and recommendations for sustaining and measuring training impact.

The anticipated outcome is improved quality and effectiveness of seizure documentation, financial lead development, and referrals to investigative partners, leading to increased identification and forfeiture of criminal assets.

3. APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS:

The following documents, as applicable and as provided by the Government, shall guide performance under this SOW:

• Treasury Forfeiture Fund (TFF) Guidance and relevant policy documents.

• CBP and USBP policies related to seizures, evidence handling, chain of custody, and asset forfeiture.

• CBP policies governing law enforcement sensitive (LES) and For Official Use

Only (FOUO) information.

• Any applicable DHS/CBP training standards and templates.

4. SPECIFIC TASKS:

Task 1 – Project Planning and Curriculum Confirmation

1.1 Conduct a kickoff meeting (virtual or in-person) with the Government to confirm objectives, target audience (e.g., Highway Interdiction Team, Intelligence Collections Unit), and logistics.

1.2 Review Government-provided policies, forms, and procedures related to seizures and forfeiture.

1.3 Confirm course length, daily schedule, instructional methods, and any required tailoring of existing curricula to Yuma Station operations and TFF objectives.

1.4 Develop or finalize a Course Plan and agenda that aligns learning objectives with specific modules and exercises.

1.5 Submit the Course Plan to the Government for review and concurrence.

Deliverable for Task 1: Draft and Final Course Plan/Agenda.

Task 2 – Develop/Provide Course Materials and Job Aids

2.1 Prepare or provide existing course materials (slides, instructor notes, case studies, exercises, handouts) covering, at a minimum:

• Overview of financial crime and money laundering typologies relevant to border and highway interdictions.

• Fundamentals of currency seizure and asset forfeiture, with emphasis on documentation requirements.

• Recognizing financial crime indicators at the roadside (behavioral and documentary indicators).

• Basic link analysis and currency-flow mapping; connecting couriers, vehicles, and locations.

• Lead development, packaging, and referral to investigative partners.

• Tracking outcomes and documenting impact on forfeiture and investigations.

2.2 Develop or tailor practical exercises using realistic, law enforcement-appropriate scenarios.

2.3 Provide standardized templates and job aids (e.g., seizure worksheets, lead sheets, narrative exemplars, checklists) for use during and after the training.

2.4 Ensure all materials are suitable for LES/FOUO environments and meet applicable accessibility (Section 508) requirements for electronic materials.

Deliverables for Task 2:

• Instructor and student materials (electronic format; [specify preferred format – e.g., PDF, PowerPoint]).

• Job aids and templates (electronic format).

Task 3 – Deliver Financial Investigations Basics and Lead Development Course (Two Iterations)

3.1 Deliver two (2) iterations of the course to Yuma Border Patrol Station personnel.

Each iteration shall accommodate up to 25 students.

3.2 Provide qualified instructors with demonstrated expertise in financial investigations, asset forfeiture, and law enforcement training.

3.3 Utilize adult-learning techniques, including interactive discussion, scenario-based exercises, and case studies.

3.4 Incorporate a pre- and/or post-training assessment tool (knowledge check) to measure learning.

3.5 Collect student feedback via course evaluations.

3.6 Coordinate with the Government on final training dates, daily schedule, and access requirements for instructors.

Deliverables for Task 3:

• Successful completion of two (2) training iterations as scheduled.

• Attendance rosters for each class.

• Pre/post test instruments and results (if used).

• Student evaluation summaries.

Task 4 – Reporting and Recommendations

4.1 Compile a brief After-Action Report (AAR) summarizing:

• Number and type of participants trained.

• Observed strengths and gaps in current practices (as observed during exercises/discussions).

• Summary of knowledge assessment results (if applicable).

• Student evaluation feedback.

• Recommendations for follow-on or advanced training, and suggestions for measuring operational impact (e.g., improvements in seizure narratives, lead quantity/quality).

4.2 Provide the AAR to the Government within 60 calendar days after completion of the final course iteration.

Deliverable for Task 4:

• Final After-Action Report.

5. DELIVERABLES AND DELIVERY SCHEDULE:

Deliverable Description

Due Date (Calendar Days After Award or Event)

Format / Qty Delivery To

Draft Course Plan/Agenda

Objectives, modules, schedule, methods

30 days after award

Electronic; 1 copy

COR /

Program POC

Final Course Plan/Agenda

Incorporates Government feedback

10 days after receipt of comments

Electronic; 1 copy

COR /

Program POC

Course Materials (Instructor & Student)

Slides, notes, handouts, exercises

15 days prior to first course delivery

Electronic; [#] copies

COR /

Program POC

Job Aids and Templates

Seizure worksheets, lead sheets, checklists

15 days prior to first course delivery

Electronic; [#] copies

COR /

Program POC

Training Delivery – Iteration 1

First class (up to 25 students)

On dates agreed with Government Performance

Yuma BP Station (or designated site)

Training Delivery – Iteration 2

Second class (up to 25 students)

On dates agreed with Government Performance

Yuma BP Station (or designated site)

Attendance Rosters

Signed rosters per class

Within 5 days after each class

Electronic; 1 copy per class

COR /

Program POC

Evaluation and Assessment Results (if used)

Summary of tests and student evaluations

Within 15 days after each class

Electronic; 1 copy

COR /

Program POC

Final After- Action Report

Consolidated report and recommendations

30 days after final course iteration

Electronic; 1 copy

COR /

Program POC

6. GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED EQUIPMENT AND INFORMATION:

The Government will provide the following, as applicable:

• Training classroom facility at or near the Yuma Border Patrol Station with seating for up to 25 students, tables, and standard classroom furnishings.

• Access to projection equipment, screen, and audio equipment.

• Internet connectivity if needed and consistent with CBP security policies.

• Relevant CBP/USBP/TFF policies, forms, and sample case documentation

(LES/FOUO as appropriate) for curriculum tailoring.

Use of GFE/GFI is limited to performance under this SOW. The contractor shall not disclose or disseminate LES/FOUO information and shall comply with all Government security and privacy requirements

7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE:

Primary place of performance:

• Yuma Border Patrol Station, Yuma, Arizona

• Address: [TO BE PROVIDED – please supply the full address you want in the

SOW]

Alternate locations (if required for scheduling or operational reasons) may be identified and agreed upon in writing by the Contracting Officer (CO).

Contractor personnel may be required to travel to Yuma, AZ (or other approved sites) to deliver the training. All travel must be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract and applicable travel regulations

8. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE:

The period of performance for this SOW is:

• After the contract is awarded and before September 30, 2026.

9. SECURITY:

• The work under this SOW is anticipated to be UNCLASSIFIED but may involve Law Enforcement Sensitive (LES) or For Official Use Only (FOUO) information.

• Contractor personnel may be required to undergo appropriate background checks or suitability determinations as specified by CBP.

• No classified information is expected to be provided or discussed. If the need for classified information is identified, requirements will be coordinated separately through appropriate channels and contract modifications as required.

10. SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:

• The contractor shall coordinate scheduling with the Government to minimize operational impact on Yuma Station.

• The contractor shall not audio/video record the training or disclose participant identities, except as necessary for rosters and required reporting to the Government.

• All materials developed for this requirement that are paid for by the Government shall be treated in accordance with contract data rights clauses.

11. POINTS OF CONTACT:

Contracting Specialist (CS):

• Name: Jesus Solis

• Email:jesus.solis@cbp.dhs.gov mailto:Esmeralda.Barnett@cbp.dhs.gov mailto:irasema.reyes@cbp.dhs.gov