B2_Draft SOW.docx

1.0 SCOPE

This SOW covers systems engineering, technical and management support services to the Program Office This support encompasses engineering analysis and recommendations for technical logistical and life cycle support for DDG 51 Arleigh Burke Class Guided Missile Destroyer system.

1.1 BACKGROUND

The mission of PMS 400D is to design, build, outfit, and test DDG 51 Arleigh Burke Class Guided Missile Destroyer Ships. The focus of PMS 400D continues to be ship design and production, including a full range of engineering and program management. This work is performed in conjunction with serial production of ships, is enduring, not inherently government, does not affect policy, and increases the design performance capability of the DDG 51 Class ships before Government final acceptance.

1.2 PURPOSE

PMS 400D requires a well-integrated and experienced contractor to assist the program office in executing its responsibility to satisfy current and future Navy needs for the DDG 51 Class. The Contractor shall provide expertise in the areas of Ship Production Planning and Engineering; Systems Engineering; Combat Systems Test Engineering; Post Delivery Planning, Engineering and Management; Engineering Services, Configuration and Data Management and Logistics Support to assist PMS 400D in accomplishing its mission and objectives.

APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

The following documents (of the revision or issue in effect at the date of contract award) form a part of this statement of work (SOW) for reference. In the event of conflict between the documents referenced herein and the contents of this SOW, the contents of this SOW shall prevail. Nothing in this document supersedes applicable Federal, State, or local laws and regulations, unless a specific exemption has been obtained.

NAVSEA Technical Specification 9090-310(D)

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

The Contractor shall provide the following professional support services for engineering and program management to PMS 400D as detailed in Section 4.0:

Task 1 – Ship Production Planning and Engineering Task 2 – Systems Engineering Task 3 – Combat Systems Test Engineering Task 4 – Post Delivery Planning, Engineering and Management Task 5 – Engineering Services, Configuration and Data Management Task 6 – DDG 51 Class Program Information System Support (PMS-ES) Task 7 – Surge and Special Studies References to PMS 400D branches are applicable as follows:

DP/DI – Acquisition and Program Integration D1 – Logistics & Sustainment D2 – Financial Management D3 – Lead/Follow Yard Production D4 – Total Ship Systems Engineering D5 – Combat Systems Integration D6 – Post Delivery D7 – Engineering & Material Services D8 – Flight Upgrade D9 – Industrial Operations

2.1 PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

2.1.1 These tasks shall be executed in Bath, ME; Pascagoula, MS; Washington, DC; Norfolk, VA; and San Diego, CA; and may require travel to Norfolk, VA; Mayport, FL; San Diego, CA; Everett, WA; Moorestown, NJ; Philadelphia, PA and Pearl Harbor, HI, and other locations, as required.

2.1.2 Travel locations within the United States will vary. Occasional international travel will be required. All travel requests for Contractor's travel shall be authorized by the COR prior to making arrangements, unless specified otherwise. All approved Contractor travel shall be reimbursed IAW FAR 31.205-46. The Contractor shall provide an update of all planned travel in the Monthly Status Report to the COR. Contractor travel shall be projected for the entire fiscal year and refined as required.

2.2 FACILITY REQUIREMENTS

2.2.1 Contractor Office Space. The contractor shall identify, establish, and maintain office space and office equipment required to support the efforts defined herein. The Contractor's offices must be in a location that will permit and facilitate the ability for contractor personnel to be physically on-site at: (1) the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) located at the Washington Navy Yard, Washington DC; (2) Supervisor of Shipbuilding (SUPSHIP) Bath (SSBA) located in Bath, Maine; and (3) SUPSHIP Gulf Coast (SSGC) located in Pascagoula, Mississippi. The office space proposed to support the efforts defined herein shall be located with the area identified on the map in Section J, Attachment #.

2.2.2 Government Office Space. Personnel are required to be physically located in the locations as designated throughout the SOW (or Attached Matrix), but office space for these personnel will not be provided by the government in any government facilities unless deemed necessary by the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).

2.2.3 Facility Security Requirements. The work under this contract shall be primarily up to the SECRET level. Security Requirements pertaining to Facility are as follows:

· Capability to store up to SECRET in secure container.

· Capability to access, read, and review Classified Documents (up to SECRET) in a workspace (table, seating, etc.) able to support no less than five (5) individuals. This space shall also provide the capability for classified data processing on no less than three (3) standard (not connected to SIPRnet) classified computer assets.

· Does not require classified open storage.

· Covered by controlled access via building security or receptionist.

· Certified courier ability and/or be authorized to use the Defense Courier Service (DCS) to transport classified material (up to Secret Level).

2.2.4 Conference Capability. The Contractor shall provide the capability for on-site classified (up to SECRET) and unclassified conference rooms and associated facilities for holding Government sponsored meetings, teleconferencing, video teleconferencing, and briefings for PMS 400D program and other government and contractor personnel. The Contractor facility shall have one (1) conference room with the capacity to handle 100 people and be able to conduct at least two (2) meetings simultaneously in separate conference rooms. The contractor facilities may be co-located with the DDG 51 Design Site (Paragraph 5.0) and is highly desired to be located within the radius outlined in Attachment # in Section J.

2.2.5 Archive Capability. The Contractor shall provide capability to maintain current archives, store hard copy and electronic historical documentation, and provide capability to maintain archives for current/future documentation. Hardcopy storage capacity shall be approximately 150 square feet.

2.3 PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS

Work Schedule. Contractor personnel working on-site shall conform to the typical working hours of the office they support. At a minimum, Contractor personnel shall be available during the core business hours of 0900-1500. Certain task areas such as Executive Support may require extended hours of support between 0700-1800, and contract personnel will work with the COR to identify an appropriate schedule using shifts if necessary. Exceptions may be granted upon request at the discretion of the COR.

Customer Engagement. Face-to-face customer engagement requirements at a Government facility will be noted in the specific SOW tasking.

2.3.1 Personnel Security Requirements. The work under this contract shall be primarily up to the SECRET level. Security Requirements pertaining to Personnel are as follows:

· All personnel shall be U.S. Citizens and shall be able to obtain National Agency Check with Local Agency Check and Credit Check (NACLC).

· Personnel require a SECRET Clearance.

· Minimum Requirements to Access to Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). Prior to access to Department of the Navy (DoN) controlled unclassified information (CUI) or "user level access to DoN or DoD networks and information systems, system security and network defense systems, or to system resources providing visual access and/or ability to input, delete or otherwise manipulate sensitive information without controls to identify and deny sensitive information" contractors must have clearance eligibility, or submit an Electronic Questionnaire for Investigation Processing (SF-86) to Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane Security for processing and subsequent adjudication by the DoD Consolidated Adjudication Facility."

· The contractor shall perform Personnel Security IAW DOD 5200.2-R Personnel Security Program and SECNAVINST 5510.30B DoN Personnel Security Program Instruction. The contractor shall facilitate contractor personnel security clearances, visit requests, courier cards, security training, and access control at each site. The contractor shall immediately notify by e-mail the COR of any information which may affect the contractor personnel’s ability to hold a non-critical sensitive position.

· The Contractor requires SIPRNET access to exchange classified documents and/or emails through secure channels as notated by task requirement.

2.4 CYBER SECURITY WORKFORCE

2.4.1 Cyber Security Workforce Qualifications In accordance with DFARS 252.239-7001, Information Assurance Contracting Training and Certification herein and SECNAV M-5239.2* dated June 2016, all personnel performing Cyber IT/Cybersecurity functions must be trained and qualified. In addition, personnel shall maintain the appropriate security clearance per SECNAV M-5510.30 to perform the tasks associated with their assigned positions.

All positions with Cyber IT/Cybersecurity functions whether primary or additional/embedded duties have a Specialty Area and Proficiency Level identified within the Special Skills section of each TI.

The contractor is required to:

1. Earn and maintain appropriate credentials from the Cyber IT/CSWF Qualification Matrix (described in SECNAV M-5239.2*) associated with the specialty area and proficiency level commensurate with the scope of major assigned duties for the position and tasking being performed.

2. Participate in continuous learning program as described in SECNAV M-5239.2. All contractor support personnel supporting CSWF tasking shall at a minimum complete 20 hours of Cyber IT/CSWF related continuous learning (CL) annually.

The baseline qualifications for each specialty area/proficiency level are identified in Appendix 4 of SECNAV M-5239.2*. If privileged access to Operating Systems is required, the contractor shall complete a privileged access agreement, SECNAV 5239/1, and submit it to the COR. Contractor personnel shall obtain the appropriate DON approved baseline job qualification standard prior to being engaged. Contractors have up to 6 months to obtain any additional qualifications required for their position to include but not be limited to applicable operating system/computing environment training if required. A copy of the certificate of completion shall be provided to the COR.

Per SECNAV M-5239.2, unless expressly provided for in the Task Order, all responsibility for training that is required for the contractor to maintain a specific expertise, commercial certification, or continuous learning is the sole responsibility of the contractor employee and or the contractor’s employer. Only Government specific CSWF training may be directly charged to the Task Order and only if authorized by the TI.

* Contractor shall use SECNAV M-5239.2 until DFARS 252.239-7001 is updated, specifically with regards to vendor certifications. At that time education and military training may be used in regards to contractor qualifications.

2.4.2 Cyber Security Workforce Reporting. The contractor shall provide a list of all personnel assigned to TIs with personnel performing Cyber IT/Cybersecurity functions as a part of the monthly Contractor’s Progress, Status, and Management Report (A002). The report shall include employee name, list of applicable Cyber IT/Cybersecurity function category/level, required certifications and fulfillment status and CL status.

New hire information for tasking requiring Cyber IT/Cybersecurity functions shall be submitted to the COR at least 7 days prior to employee beginning performance of any Cyber IT/Cybersecurity functions. New hire information shall include name, TI#, list of applicable Cyber IT/Cybersecurity functions category/level, required certifications and fulfillment status to include a copy of the certification documentation. Contractors are encouraged to provide new hire information to ensure Government concurrence with qualification to perform Cyber IT/Cybersecurity functions. Per DFARS 252.239-7001(c), "Contractor personnel who do not have proper and current certifications shall be denied access to DoD information systems for the purpose of performing information assurance functions." and therefore may not be allowed to charge to the Task Order.

2.5 PROGRAM INTEGRATION

2.5.1 Integration Team. The Contractor shall provide an integrated team and ramp up immediately having its team in place and fully functioning within 60 days of contract award. The Contactor shall align its team to the Program with an efficient mix of personnel to assist in the execution of Ship Production Planning and Engineering; Systems Engineering; Combat Systems Test Engineering; Post Delivery Planning, Engineering and Management; Engineering Services, Configuration and Data Management and DDG 51 Program Information Support under the cognizance of PMS 400D. The Team must be adaptable with a flexible structure that is best suited to accomplishing both planned and emergent tasks. Emphasis shall be placed on a team structure that also maximizes productivity, efficiency and accountability within the funds provided by the Government. The Contractor shall execute the scope of work in a manner that provides for high quality, timely and well-integrated services which incorporates the proper mix of and demonstrates the most effective use of personnel. This includes the planning, coordination and surveillance of the activities necessary to ensure disciplined work performance and timely resources application to accomplish all tasking under this contract as well as integration with and other PMS 400D Professional Support Services Contractors. The Contractor and Government management team shall meet as necessary to discuss optimum manning and task distribution.

2.5.2 Integration Plan. The Contractor shall develop, implement, and maintain an Integration Plan (IP) demonstrating knowledge, experience, understanding, and technical approach to address coordination and integration within their team (prime and subcontractors) and other PMS 400D Professional Support Services Contractors to enhance and improve the PMS 400D Program Office’s planning, effectiveness, and execution efficiency. The Contractor is responsible for efficiently implementing procedures in accordance with the IP to support full integration of resources and deliverables amongst all tasks.

2.5.3 Task Control Measures. The contractor shall have a designated Program Manager and Deputy Program Manager for the overall contract, and a project manager for each Task (1-6). It is envisioned that a task manager will serve as the focal point for any of the various tasks. The Contractor shall maintain and provide: a monthly list of personnel supporting the program, along with the individual's title, labor category, task area, location, man-hours expended and fully burdened labor cost.

2.6 COLLABORATION AND ACCESS

2.6.1 Email Access. The Contractor shall have electronic mail capability, provide e-mail addresses for all employees proposed, and have the necessary connectivity to communicate with the Government and other Contractors. Microsoft (MS) Outlook is preferred in order to communicate and coordinate meetings and schedules with PMS 400D. The Contractor is responsible for obtaining Navy Enterprise accounts for employees requiring access to Department of Defense (DoD) databases.

2.6.2 Virtual Collaboration. The Contractor shall have the capability to interface with(?) and access virtual collaboration tools and any additional data sharing platforms that comply with Navy Marine Corps Intranet (NMCI) requirements. Access to other systems, similar in function, may be deemed necessary as they evolve/become available.

2.6.3 Flankspeed (FS) Accounts. All contractor personnel who work on this contract shall have ctr@us.navy.mil accounts which will provide access to the Navy/Marine Corps Intranet (NMCI) network or Nautilus Virtual Desktop (NVD). This email will be utilized for all CUI and official communication for those PMS 400D contractor support roles that interface with shipbuilders, yard services, etc. The Contractor shall initiate the process of obtaining a FS account within 10 working days of onboarding with the program.

2.6.4 Navy Enterprise Access. Access to the Navy Enterprise through non-government/leased computers is the responsibility of the Contractor. The Contractor shall have the capacity to access various Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), Program Manager, Ships (PMS) 400D, Navy, and Department of Defense (DoD) databases to enter and retrieve information. All employees performing efforts under this contract are required to access project workspaces and document archives that are germane to the performance of this contract.

2.6.5 PKI Certificates. The Contractor shall be responsible for obtaining all necessary Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) Certificates for their employees who must access DoD websites in the performance of this contract but do not need access to DoD Facilities. For those employees who must access DoD Facilities, the Contractor shall take the necessary steps to attain Common Access Cards (CACs) and PKI enabled email. Responsibility for administration of PMS 400D Navy Enterprise seats remains with the Government.

Account Maintenance. The Contractor shall maintain access to all Flankspeed/SIPR/NMCI/ DOD account(s) in order to properly complete their tasking.

2.7 PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AND ASSESSMENT PLAN

The following performance standards and assessment plan serve as a basis for determining whether performance outcomes have been satisfactorily achieved and the delivery of service is considered acceptable performance.

1. The delivery requirements shall be consistent with needs of the mission as identified by the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).

2. Deliverables including studies, analysis, presentations, and technical and status reports shall be factually accurate and complete, reflect high quality, properly formatted and adhere to due dates and deadlines.

3. Services shall reflect innovative, technological, and management techniques employed to increase efficiencies and control cost.

4. Performance will be formally assessed during the conduct of Option Year Reviews and annual Contractor Performance Assessment Reports (CPARS).

TASK REQUIREMENTS

The Contractor shall provide an integrated team to assist in the execution of the DDG 51 Class Acquisition Program under the cognizance of the Program Manager (PMS 400D) of Program Executive Officer (PEO) Ships. This task order shall be funded primarily with Ship Conversion, Navy (SCN) appropriations, along with Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E), Operation and Maintenance, Navy (OM&N), Other Procurement (OPN) and Foreign Military Sales (FMS), as required.

2.8 Task 1 – Ship Production Planning and Engineering

2.8.1 In support of Washington Navy Yard headquarters, provide Ship Production Engineering and Technical services to include, but not be)? limited to:

Provide production management analysis, based on historical information and data from Government databases and ship construction deliverables (including, but not limited to, Contract Performance Reports, Integrated Master Schedules, and Integrated Program Management Reports), which identifies ship production trends, forecasts and status of ship production progress, including predictions of likely dates and readiness for milestones such as AEGIS Light Off (ALO), Trials and Delivery.

Conduct trial card recording, tracking, coding, trend analysis, and engineering analysis using Technical Support Management (TSM) or another similar automated information system provided by the Government.

Coordinate and prepare Ship Program Review (SPR) briefs, Trials and Delivery briefs, Quarterly Execution Reviews (QERs), and other presentations. Review production-related deliverables under the Ship Construction contracts for accuracy and contractual compliance and provide results to the responsible DDG 51 Class Data Monitor.

Provide engineering services in the areas of quality assurance program planning, implementation and assessment. Collect data from Government databases and Ship Construction Contract Data Requirement List (CDRL) deliverables, and use it to provide analyses of quality issues, including preparation of presentations to present the analysis results. Provide reliability-engineering metrics that report performance in the areas of mission readiness and equipment failures for mission-essential equipment for ships in construction. Review quality-related ship construction CDRL deliverables for accuracy and contractual compliance and provide results to the responsible DDG 51 Class Data Monitor.

Prepare production-related correspondence, including letters, Naval Messages, and Email to Shipbuilders, support contractors, ship sponsors, and other Government organizations in support of the efforts detailed above in paragraphs 4.1.1.1 and 4.1.1.2.

Maintain custody of the Government-owned laptop computers and ancillary equipment (Attachment # in Section J). Ship laptops and equipment to locations of ALPHA, BRAVO, CHARLIE, and Final Contract trials and return to storage at one of the locations of performance of this contract when the laptops and equipment are not in use. The Contractor shall maintain and refresh/modernize this capability in accordance with Clause 52.245-2 Government Property (Jan 2017). All laptops must be capable of running the Navy’s Electronic Trial Card (ETC) system. The Contractor shall coordinate with Government Property Administrator or other designated Government representative on provision and disposal of end-of-life Government-owned equipment.

Production analysts in support of the Washington Navy Yard subtask shall meet with the customer face to face in the DDG 51 spaces located at the Washington Navy Yard no less than three (3) time per week, to support execution and review of current production department taskings. Meeting schedules will be determined at the discretion of the Production Principal Assistant Program Manager’s (PAPM) and Production Managers. These customer engagements are in addition to the regularly occurring face-to-face Production staff meeting which occurs at the contractor’s site.

2.8.2 In support of the SUPSHIP Gulf Coast (SSGC), reporting to the Program Manager’s Representative (PMR)/ Deputy PMR (DPMR), provide Production Management Services including:

Perform analysis to identify ship production trends and provide forecasts and ship production progress status.

Participate in ship tests, compartment completion inspections, certifications, at-sea ship trials, and trial card pre-screening.

Conduct trial card recording, tracking, coding, trend analysis, and engineering analysis using TSM or another similar automated information system provided by the Government.

Provide Ship’s Force with periodic trial card reports.

Prepare materials for trial card entry into TSM or another similar automated information system provided by the Government.

Provide change management and administrative support to the DDG 51 Class PMR, Production Officer, and Ship Superintendents/Production Controllers.

Provide technical and engineering analysis of production related issues.

Develop and maintain construction performance and schedule adherence metrics for the DDG 51 Class Program.

Provide waterfront production support, which shall include: monitoring HM&E equipment installation; inspections of shipboard installations to determine completeness including change incorporation; coordination with ship’s force and shipbuilder in preparation for Light-Off Assessment; and investigation and reporting of production or quality problems related to HM&E Systems.

The contractor shall provide Care and Protection (C&P) team support services to the SUPSHIP Gulf Coast DDG 51 Project Office. Assist in proactively identifying C&P issues on all DDGs under construction in order to help prevent potential damage to ship systems and equipment while the ship remains in a production environment. C&P inspections will be conducted in both HM&E and Combat Systems spaces with emphasis on areas with greatest potential impact to Navy cost and schedule. The team will be flexible enough to reach out to and coordinate with Aegis Test Team (ATT) representatives when subject matter expertise is required to accurately assess an existing or potential care and protection related issue. This effort shall consist of a qualified team of inspectors with requisite shipbuilding experience to effectively and accurately identify and report on a broad range of ship systems and equipment to include: Machinery, Electrical/Electronics/Control Panels, Piping, Ventilation, and Hull Mechanical & Electrical/Combat Systems (HM&E/CS) Government Furnished Equipment (GFE). Prioritized inspections shall be conducted on GFE equipment and their respective spaces for care and protection violations prior to and after load-out. Observation inputs will be provided into TSM for inspections done on a routine basis utilizing the current Code 150 care and protection checklist. Personnel shall attend the shipyard weekly load-out meetings and coordinate with ATT point of contacts and C150P on scheduled load-outs to ensure Combat spaces are ready to receive and are meeting the requirements for equipment protection. Personnel shall coordinate weekly with C150P and the Aegis Test Officer on aged/high risk care and protection items and discuss candidates that qualify for escalation to the Shipyard via the Corrective Action Request (CAR) process. The traditional Blue Card process shall be provided and maintained for all hulls in construction. Inspections shall be identified and prioritized on areas that have a history of care and protection violations and/or greatest impact to cost and schedule. Weekly reports of care and protection findings shall be provided to C150P, the Aegis Test Office, and Shipyard Management. Personnel shall coordinate with each Shipyard Hull care and protection management team for those equipment impacted and make recommendations for corrective/preventative action with urgency for timely correction. Execute additional tasking in support of the SSGC DDG 51 Project Office as designated by the PMR/DPMR.

Determine (daily, weekly, long term) plan for maximum, most efficient coverage of C&P inspections of Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) and Contractor Furnished Equipment (CFE) for both HM&E and Combat Systems to include during initial receipt inspection, storage in warehouse or other facility, movement from storage to pier side, movement from pier side to ship, installation onboard ship, and monitoring the construction prior to Delivery/Crew Move Aboard. Document and provide results of the inspections as directed. Liaison with other Government and contractor experts to determine care and protection requirements.

The contractor shall provide Preventative Maintenance (PM) team support services to the SUPSHIP Gulf Coast DDG 51 Project Office. This effort shall consist of an inspector with requisite shipbuilding experience to effectively and accurately identify and report on a broad range of ship systems and equipment to include: Machinery, Electrical/Electronics/Control Panels, Piping, Ventilation, and Hull Mechanical & Electrical/Combat Systems (HM&E/CS) Government Furnished Equipment (GFE). Prioritized inspections shall be conducted on GFE equipment and their respective spaces for PM violations prior to and after load-out.

The contractor shall provide Digital As-Built Photogrammetry support services to the SUPSHIP Gulf Coast DDG 51 Project Office. Assist in proactively documenting Navy Final compartments, providing Digital As-built Photogrammetry to capture As-built conditions, to also include PDA (Post Delivery Availability), Engineering Change Proposal (ECP), WF changes, and final Craft work performed when possible. Manage and Conduct inspections on a daily basis when best suited to capture Navy Final As-built conditions. Full 360-degree individual panoramic views, and/or combined with multiple panoramas, shall also be prioritized to digitally capture Main Space Equipment Arrangements, Topside Machinery, and major HM&E/CS GFE equipment. Embedded still digital camera pictures shall be used within the individual panoramic views, and/or virtual tours, when beneficial for additional details. Final processing of each ship’s panoramic views and/or combined multiple panoramic tours shall be provided in a User Interface format with a built-in compartment listing, ability to display individual production units in Profile View, and utilize methods for streamlining access to individual compartments. Separate isolated compartment(s) or Weather Deck panoramic views, combined panoramas, and/or virtual tours shall be provided.

Provide a monthly service report documenting services rendered.

2.8.3 In support of the SUPSHIP Bath (SSBA), provide Production Management Services to SSBA DDG51 Project Office, Quality Department and System Engineering Branch (contractor personnel supporting this task may be seated in Government facilities) including:

In support of the SSBA discrepancy manager, administer the new construction trial card process in accordance with approved instructions. Liaison with SSBA internal and external customers regarding current discrepancy management processes questions. Collaborate on discrepancy management process or tool changes. Coordinate with PMS400D6 for transfer of the trial card database post sailaway.

Liaison with SSBA certification and inspection POCs to coordinate documentation and screening of discrepancies. Liaison with SSBA Quality and Engineering technical points of contract to provide support on: trial card process related questions, research into historical defects, and initiation of follow on change products. Liaison with the contractor regarding trial card process questions or requests for additional information.

Conduct trial card recording, tracking, coding, trend analysis, and engineering analysis using TSM or another similar automated information system provided by the Government. Generate and distribute periodic trial card reports as requested. Prepare materials for trial card entry into TSM or another similar automated information system provided by the Government. Support shipboard inspections, certifications and tests with trial card generation, screening and report development.

Participate in at-sea trials to administer the trial card process. Prepare hardware and peripherals in approved configuration for trial card entry into ETC during sea trials events.

Develop and maintain Quality Assurance metrics related to construction performance and process compliance adherence for the DDG 51 Class Program. Provide waterfront production support, which shall include: inspections of shipboard installations to determine completeness of change incorporation including: Quickie Field Modification Requests (QFMR), Field Modification Requests (FMR), Post Delivery Work Items. Track status of change incorporation using Government provided tools, such as SharePoint. Provide weekly reports of change verified and issues identified. Collaborate with SSBA hull manager and change manager to address issues.

Provide production planning support, which shall include: review and analysis of production planning CDRL deliverables for accuracy, consistency, and contractual compliance; development of weekly unit location reports showing the location within the yard and buildings of production units prior to integration on land level; review and analysis of production data to identify trends and schedule forecasts; assess planned production sequences against building, facility, staffing and throughput constraints to identify likely sources of delays in production. Develop and maintain periodic reports which identify key problem areas impacting production schedule.

Provide administrative and technical support to the Project Office for the creation, formatting and uploading of production data into analysis and visualization tools such as COMPASS.

Provide waterfront production support, which shall include: monitoring HM&E equipment installation; inspections of shipboard installations to determine completeness including change incorporation; coordination with ship’s force and shipbuilder in preparation for Light-Off Assessment; and investigation and reporting of production or quality problems related to HM&E Systems.

2.9 Task 2 – Systems Engineering

2.9.1 In support of Washington Navy Yard headquarters, provide System Engineering services to include, but not limited to:

Identify and provide technical, schedule assistance, and support necessary to integrate and implement future baseline and flight upgrades into selected DDG 51 Class ships. Provide system engineering and technical analyses for development and production of planned systems and equipment upgrades. Provide engineering and administrative assistance for system reviews, status, and technical meetings. Advise the Government on how to best implement upgrades and modifications within the options available within all DDG 51 Class Change Control Board procedures. Analyze design progress of Bath Iron Works (BIW) Lead Yard Services (LYS)/Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) Follow Yard Services (FYS) and subsystem vendors and provide input to the Navy with emphasis on ensuring on-time release of design documentation to the shipbuilders. Provide oversight and analysis of new equipment development. Provide oversight and analysis of Design Budget Engineering Team (DBET) system progress.

Assist PMS 400D in the identification and resolution of technical issues that arise during ship construction and trials. Prepare technical assessments of Government responsible deficiencies that are documented from Builder’s, Acceptance and Final Contract Trials (FCTs). Prepare trial briefs on key technical issues, as requested, to be presented to the Board of Inspection and Survey (INSURV) prior to trials. Provide technical analysis and responses to DDG 51 Prospective Commanding Officer & Commanding Officer Concerns Letters. Participate in trial card screening conferences, perform ship checks and analyses as required for DDG 51 trial card review and resolution.

Provide engineering, quality assurance, administrative and programmatic support for the acquisition, design, test, installation, and activation of Main Reduction Gears (MRGs), Integrated Bridge and Navigation System (IBNS), Repair Station Console (RSC), Digital Video Surveillance System (DVSS), Power Conversion Module (PCM), Machinery Control System (MCS), and Engine Controller (EC) as Government Furnished Equipment (GFE).

In support of PMS 400D and the Ship Design Manager (SDM), provide technical analysis and expertise on engineering issues including evaluation of all systems and sub-systems to be integrated into DDG 51 Class ships. This includes but is not limited to expertise in naval architecture, structure/strength analysis, fluid (cooling and non-cooling) systems, mechanical systems (propulsion etc.), electrical generation/distribution systems, and combat system architecture. Review general arrangement drawings and confirm compliance of arrangement design with requirements. Continue to maintain independent weight estimates in support of ship system weight and stability assessments. Provide structural assessments in support of continued design development and special studies as required. Maintain the Ship Design Weight Estimate and assess naval architecture limits, weight inputs, and risks, as required. Perform stability and reserve buoyancy calculations. Assess and maintain SWaP-C Service Life Allowance estimates. Ensure that machinery elements are designed and integrated to meet DDG 51 requirements. Support HVAC and other auxiliary system design development in support of ECP packages and special studies. Identify and resolve operational issues and technical deficiencies that may result from design changes.

2.9.1.1.1 (1.1.WW) In support of the Ship Design Manager (SDM), perform technical studies, design, design reviews, problem resolution as needed. Support design meetings, zone reviews, program reviews. Maintain a computer-based action item tracking system to track technical work. Develop and maintain Engineering Management Documentation and Design Decision Memorandums as needed. Provide total ship systems engineering management support and engineering project planning. Maintain and track the SDM Planning Schedule, identifying dependencies and concerns. Support set up and execution of Design Working Groups, to include development of agendas, presentations, notes and actions. Review ship specification changes and prepare is/was documentation as required. Review requirements and determine whether those requirements are met. Assess CDRLs, Major Equipment Review and Zone Design Review presentations, and Final Functional Design products. Assess proposed upgrades, modifications to design baseline. Maintain and update engineering plans. Develop recurring status reports. Prepare presentation packages and reports in support of periodic Design Reviews, Special Studies, and Engineering Technical Reviews with senior acquisition and design leadership. Maintain access to Navy eShock database; review and enter qualification data as needed.

2.9.1.1.2 (1.1.YY) Human Factors Engineering: Identify manpower requirements under given conditions of readiness, considering incorporation of the shipboard systems and their associated support equipment and systems. Provide draft documentation associated with manpower and training needs. Provide inputs to Engineering Change Proposal (ECP) implementation and detail design reviews. Ensure that human factors are integrated into the total ship design.

2.9.1.1.3 (1.1.ZZ) Risk Management Support: Coordinate Flight III Risk Review Boards. Maintain PMS 400D Risk inputs and consolidate inputs from Navy stakeholders.

Perform technical reviews, recommend and coordinate responses, and maintain databases (as applicable) for Liaison Inquiries (LIs), Requests for Clarification, Information and Assistance (RCIAs), and requests for waivers/deviations, CDRLs and other technical documentation, as required.

Provide engineering and administrative assistance for system reviews and technical meetings including but not limited to Aviation IPTs, SPR Technical Issues and Baseline Upgrade Meetings, Failure Review Boards, RCIA meetings, Shipyard Engineering Team (SET) meetings, Risk Review Board, and DDG Top Technical Issues (DDG TTI).

Review design documentation including drawings, Revision Notices (RNs), DBETS, functional transition design packages, kickoff/50%/90% design review material, and ship specifications to ensure that they are in accordance with contract requirements.

Participate in all DDG 51 Class Change Control Boards (CCBs). Develop Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) and risk analysis, as requested. Review and provide technical evaluations and recommendations on ECPs as they proceed through the DDG 51 Class Pre-Initial Change Proposal (PICP), Initial Change Proposal (ICP), Technical Scope Review (TSR) and CCBs. Assist with identification of documentation requiring revisions or updates as a result of new or modified designs.

Provide research and analysis on studies related to improved performance, Total Ownership Costs (TOC), or improved performance for equipment associated with individual ECPs and flight upgrades.

Assist in the Government’s evaluation and validation requirements traceability for operational requirements and performance requirements. Perform risk analyses and assessments of proposed alternatives. Develop and evaluate plans, procedures and processes for Navy Certifications, Verification and Validation, as related to the elements of the DDG 51 system design.

Assist the Government in coordination of all DDG 51 Science and Technology (S&T) efforts (e.g. Small Business Innovative Research (SBIR), DoD Manufacturing Technology (MANTECH), and other S&T efforts). Support includes identification of potential SBIR topics in support of PEO Ships semi-annual data calls, review/comment on S&T program planning documents, transition plans and other vendor deliverables; participation in technical progress meetings/teleconferences and tracking of action items through resolution and preparation of quarterly status/briefing of all DDG 51 HM&E S&T topics/actions.

Support the Navy in the development of new/re-competed HM&E equipment/systems. Support includes: review/comment on performance specifications, design, analyses; participation in Preliminary Design Reviews (PDRs), Critical Design Reviews (CDRs), and review/comment of test plans and reports, and participate at testing events, as requested. Support Navy in Class Standard Equipment (CSE) review effort.

Review/comment on Task Planning Sheets (TPSs) submitted by Navy field activities providing technical and engineering support to PMS 400D. Monitor/track the resolution of all comments Research, assist, develop and revise technical documentation (e.g. Systems Engineering Plan (SEP), Program Environment, Safety and Occupational Health Evaluation (PESHE), Detail Design Management Plan (DDMP) required in support of the DDG 51 acquisition process/milestones.

DDG 51 Design Site: Provide facility and service to support all aspects of DDG 51 systems engineering and design to include flight upgrade and class design management efforts. This site will be used for production engineering and flight upgrade design work. This site will allow collaboration between Navy personnel, shipbuilding personnel, and staff supporting engineering task elements. The contractor shall adhere to the provisions outlined in Paragraph 5.0 DDG 51 Design Site.

Obtain Reliability and Maintainability (R&M) failure data for HM&E equipment/systems as requested. Perform analysis of the data including trends. Prepare briefs to clearly present data and trends in support of change control boards, failure reviews and various technical reviews.

2.9.2 The contractor shall provide Reliability, Maintainability and Availability (RM&A) engineering, technical analysis, and support services related to DDG 51 Class Flight III HM&E support including, but not limited to, Ship Service Gas Turbine Generators, water mist system, Electric Power System, Power Conversion Modules, Solid State Transformers, and integration thereof with the Machinery Control System:

Provide liaison services between PMS 400D, SUPSHIPs, Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD), and onsite organizations to assure the flow of information regarding the priorities/schedules for and provide status of ship construction, operation, and maintenance.

Develop reports indicating status of equipment deficiencies, installation, operation and maintenance; participate in technical working groups, CDRL, and design reviews.

Review and provide comments on equipment-specific technical documentation including reliability program plans, reliability and maintainability allocations, assessments, and analyses (RMAAA), reliability development growth test (RDGT) plans and reports, environmental stress screening (ESS) reports, malfunction event reports, fleet failure data, maintainability program plans, ESS test plans, failure modes, effects and criticality analyses (FMECA), and maintainability demonstration plans and reports.

Provide on-site engineering and technical services support during system installation, light-off and activation, testing, and sea trials.

Provide technical feedback to NSWCPD related to Machinery Control System deficiencies and facilitate issue resolution.

2.9.3 MRG Subject Matter Expert (SME). A MRG SME shall have expert level knowledge of the design, manufacturing, assembly, test, and operation of ship MRGs. Additionally, the SME shall possess knowledge of ship power train design, propulsion shafting, prime movers and propellers. MRG SME services shall include; but are not limited to:

Assisting PMS 400D in the identification and resolution of MRG design and performance issues.

Technical analysis of non-conformances and testing anomalies to aid in Navy Technical Authority review and in informing PMS 400D awareness of risks.

Reviewing and providing comments on MRG vendor technical submittals to include drawings, test plans, and reports, requests for waiver and deviation, and non-conformance reports.

Travel to vendor facility to support PMS 400D production reviews.

2.9.4 Cyber Security Support. The Contractor shall provide services to:

Support PMS 400D4/8 efforts to design, integrate, and test the myriad of IT systems being installed aboard the vessel.

Review and analyze technical documentation to ensure network architecture solutions:

2.9.4.1.1 Support mission requirements and approved build specifications.

2.9.4.1.2 Adhere to system platform and shared boundary defense methodology.

2.9.4.1.3 Adhere to DOW, DON, and NAVSEA Cybersecurity policies (e.g., RMF, CYBERSAFE).

2.9.4.1.4 Recommend network architecture changes to bridge gaps or adjust to evolving Cybersecurity policy and standards.

Under supervision of senior personnel, support the organization and coordination of DDG Cybersecurity Accreditation under guidance of Systems Integration and Test PAPM. This includes coordinating with the commercial shipbuilder, PARMs, PEO USC Cybersecurity Director and other external stakeholders to accredit and maintain the accreditation of the CFE networks/systems for the platform.

Advise team on challenging technical issues, coordinate the use of technical resources across the organization on multi-disciplinary problems, and provide technical guidance and leadership to less-experienced engineers and other technical staff; work within peer group of senior technical staff to periodically review technical plans, results, and work products.

Perform engineering work in design, evaluation, planning, testing and accreditation in support of network architecture development and implementation.

Work within the team to prepare formal briefings to the U.S. Government staff and project sponsors. Participate technical discussions at program review sessions in accordance with direct taskings.

Build on experience and research on new technologies and processes; provide advice and recommendations to PAPM on meeting challenges of the DDG architecture.

2.9.5 Ship Test and Trials SME Services. The SME shall have expert level knowledge of U.S. Navy HM&E equipment and systems, their operation, test and activation. This shall include, but not limited to, having a working level knowledge of Main Propulsion, Electrical Plant, Deck Systems, Damage Control, Auxiliaries, and Aviation equipment and systems.

The SME shall have, at a minimum, either a B.S. in engineering, or equivalent waterfront test and trials experience. Prior, or current, USCG licensure is desirable. The SME services shall include, but are not limited to:

2.9.5.1.1 Supporting DDG 51 new construction trials (Builder’s, Acceptance, and Final Contract Trials) by assisting the respective Supervisor of Shipbuilding and/or Program Office representative and shipbuilder in the grooming and demonstration of the aforementioned equipment and systems both prior to and during ship trials.

2.9.5.1.2 Assisting PMS 400D in the identification and resolution of HM&E equipment and systems technical issues that arise during ship construction, trials, and post-delivery period.

2.9.6 Deck Systems SME services. The SMEs shall have expert level knowledge of the function, design and operation of U.S. Navy deck equipment and systems to include; but not limited to: anchor handling, ship mooring & towing, replenishment at sea (RAS), fueling at sea (FAS), boat handling, accommodation ladders, pilot ladders, ship safety equipment (liferails, lifelines,…