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M0068123Q0012

Section SF 1449 - CONTINUATION SHEET

ITEM NO SUPPLIES/SERVICES MAX

QUANTITY

UNIT UNIT PRICE MAX AMOUNT

0001 350 Days Site Support

FFP

In accordance with the Performance Work Statement 4.3 FOB: Destination

PSC CD: G003

MAX

NET AMT

UNIT UNIT PRICE MAX AMOUNT

0002 25,000 Each Lift Tickets

FFP

In accordance with the Performance Work Statement Section 4

UNIT UNIT PRICE MAX AMOUNT

0003 350 Days Drop Zone Liaison

FFP

In accordance with the Performance Work Statement Section 4.4

UNIT UNIT PRICE MAX AMOUNT

0004 500 Each Parachute Rigger Packing Per Pack

FFP

In accordance with the Performance Work Statement Section 4.6

UNIT UNIT PRICE MAX AMOUNT

0005 500 Days Parachute Rigger Packing Per Days

FFP

In accordance with the Performance Work Statement Section 4.6

CONTRACT MINIMUM/MAXIMUM QUANTITY AND CONTRACT VALUE

The minimum quantity and contract value for all orders issued against this contract shall not be less than the minimum quantity and contract value stated in the following table. The maximum quantity and contract value for all orders issued against this contract shall not exceed the maximum quantity and contract value stated in the following table.

MINIMUM

QUANTITY

MINIMUM

AMOUNT

MAXIMUM

QUANTITY

MAXIMUM

AMOUNT

1.00 25,000.00

CLIN DELIVERY/TASK ORDER MINIMUM/MAXIMUM QUANTITY AND CLIN ORDER VALUE

The minimum quantity and order value for the given Delivery/Task Order issued for this CLIN shall not be less than the minimum quantity and order value stated in the following table. The maximum quantity and order value for the given Delivery/Task Order issued for this CLIN shall not exceed the maximum quantity and order value stated in the following table.

CLIN

MINIMUM

QUANTITY

MINIMUM

AMOUNT

MAXIMUM

QUANTITY

MAXIMUM

AMOUNT

0001 1.00

350.00

0002 1.00

25,000.00

0003 1.00

350.00

0004 1.00

500.00

0005 1.00

500.00

INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE TERMS

Supplies/services will be inspected/accepted at:

CLIN INSPECT AT INSPECT BY ACCEPT AT ACCEPT BY

0001 Destination Government Destination Government 0002 Destination Government Destination Government 0003 Destination Government Destination Government 0004 Destination Government Destination Government 0005 Destination Government Destination Government

DELIVERY INFORMATION

CLIN DELIVERY DATE QUANTITY SHIP TO ADDRESS DODAAC /

CAGE

0001 POP 30-JUN-2023 TO

29-JUN-2028

N/A N/A

0002 POP 30-JUN-2023 TO

29-JUN-2028

0003 POP 30-JUN-2023 TO

0004 POP 30-JUN-2023 TO

0005 POP 30-JUN-2023 TO

CONTRACT SUMMARY TABLE

Military Free Fall (MFF)

CLIN Description Maximum Quantity Unit of Issue Unit Price

0001 Site Support 350 Days

0002 Recreational Services 25,000 Each

0003 Drop Zone Liaison 350 Days

0004 Parachute Rigger Packing Per Pack 500 Each

0005 Parachute Rigger Packing Per Day 500 Each

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

1st Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine Division & Reconnaissance Training Company, Advanced Infantry Training Battalion, School of Infantry (West)

Military Freefall (MFF) Progression and Sustainment Training Support

1. Background. United States Marine Corps (USMC) Reconnaissance units maintain a High-Altitude High- Opening (HAHO) and High-Altitude Low-Opening (HALO) capability to enable elements of the organization to clandestinely insert into areas of operation with enemy employing advanced anti-access technologies. These elements frequently require augmentation from other units to bring additional skill sets and collections capabilities or to bring additional equipment to increase the sustainment of long-duration missions. These insert methods enhance the unit’s force protection as it conducts ground reconnaissance during Phase-0 to Phase-4 Joint Operations decreasing risk to force and risk to mission. The currently reduced availability of military aircraft to support military freefall (MFF) training has caused a subsequent reduction in capability for Reconnaissance units. Contracted air support is required to supplement military aircraft to attain the volume of jumps needed in the battalion for sustainment. Additionally, the primary method for personnel and equipment to insert with the Reconnaissance elements is the use of the Tandem Offset Resupply Delivery System (TORDS). The USMC has established courses to train Reconnaissance Marines in this area, however, they have a prerequisite that is often met only after many years of MFF training. Historically, Marines and Sailors have not had the opportunity to maintain military freefall jumper and jumpmaster currency while serving with Reconnaissance Training Company. That requirement is for a parachutist to have attained 100 MFF jumps with the Multi-Mission Parachute System (MMPS) to attend the Tandem Offset Resupply Delivery System-Equipment (TORDS-E) course and 200 MFF jumps to attend the Tandem Offset Resupply Delivery System-Personnel (TORDS-P) course. The TORDS-P course also requires the Marine to be a MFF Jumpmaster (MFFJM).

Previously, the few Marines that have met the requirements and attended the courses are in a rank that often precludes their employment at the base unit level or are in a Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) that is not employed at the base level. The training continuum of the unit and the available support of Marine Corps aviation can only be adjusted so far and currently cannot fulfill the volume of required MFF jumps needed. The most effective method for attaining this number of jumps safely as well as for supporting the required MFF progression and sustainment is through the use of contracted support at an established drop zone familiar with MFF operations.

The most effective method for coordinating the support to safely execute the required instruction and training is through the use of contracted aircraft and facilities support at an established vendor familiar with Military Freefall (MFF) operations. To maximize the efficiency of the training, contracted parachute rigger packing support may also be used to augment existing capabilities. The combination of these methods and the training and supervision of experienced MFFJMs within the battalion will reduce the risk of jumper injury, rapidly advance capabilities, and facilitate the achievement of prerequisites and course training to increase the reconnaissance capabilities of the Marine Expeditionary Force (MEF). This methodology was tested and proved throughout calendar years 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022.

2. Scope. 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine Division, I MEF, Reconnaissance Training Company, and Advanced Infantry Training Battalion, School of Infantry (West) is in need of a contract to support MFF Progression and Sustainment Training per Marine Corps Order (MCO) 3120.11A. The period of instruction will build upon current resident MFF capabilities to support future deploying Marine Expeditionary Units (MEU), I MEF contingency operations, major combat operations, and the battalion’s requirements within the prioritized Combatant

Command Operational and Conceptual Plans. This is to be accomplished through a combination of contracted facilities, parachute rigger packing support, aircraft support, aircraft support via lift tickets, battalion-provided training, and contracted drop zone use in a geographic location that can support all parachute requirements listed in the performance work statement. The training will be completed over the course of approximately five years from June 2023 to June 2028 and will be divided into five periods.

3. References. Contractor shall be familiar with the following references and that all work under the contract will be performed in accordance with the following references:

3.1 Marine Corps Reference Publication (MCRP) 2-10A.6: Ground Reconnaissance Operations (http://www.marines.mil/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=kwKusMAbpjY%3d&portalid=59)

3.2 NAVMC 3500.55C: Reconnaissance Training and Readiness (T&R) Manual

(http://www.marines.mil/Portals/59/Publications/NAVMC%203500.55C.pdf)

3.3 Marine Corps Order (MCO) 3120.11A: Marine Corps Parachuting Policy and Program Administration (http://www.marines.mil/Portals/59/Publications/MCO%203120.11A.pdf)

3.4 Army Tactical Techniques & Procedures (ATTP) 3-18.11: Special Forces Military Free Fall Operations (A copy of this publication will be furnished to the Contractor within 3 days of award)

3.5 Training Manual (TM) 70244A-OI-A USMC Military Freefall Operations 6 Sept 2016 (A copy of this publication will be furnished to the Contractor within 3 days of award)

3.6 Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 4500.53: Intrastate Commercial Carriers (http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/corres/pdf/450053p.pdf)

4. Support Services. The contractor shall provide the following support:

4.1 Aircraft. The contractor shall provide an aircraft capable of MFF configured parachute operations at an altitude of at least 14,000ft mean sea-level (MSL) utilizing a rear ramp or side door exit. This aircraft must be an approved Air Mobility Command aircraft (DoD approved Intrastate Commercial Carriers per DoDI 4500.53 -http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/corres/pdf/450053p.pdf ), which is authorized to conduct operations with DoD personnel. The aircraft must be capable of supporting nine (9) combat loaded Marines, (2) Jumpmasters, and (2) Oxygen Containers simultaneously.

4.1.1 The contractor must meet the required criteria for either the DOD Approved Air Carrier listing (Interstate) or the Paratroop Commercial Listing (Intrastate) from the Commercial Airlift Review Board

(CARB).

4.1.2 The contractor shall provide proof of the CARB approval and any agreements with other entities’ being utilized (i.e., subcontractors) in regard to these services

4.1.3 The contractor shall provide all maintenance, oil, special equipment, airfield storage, and any other support services associated with operation of the contractor’s aircraft.

4.1.4 The contractor shall provide commercial grade aviation fuels for their aircraft via pressurized fuel truck or other approved means.

4.1.5 The contractor shall comply with DoD requirements for operation of civil aircraft in support of military operations.

4.1.6 The contractor shall comply with federal regulations for all hazardous material found in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Title 40, Parts 260-265, 270, 300, and state regulations for hazardous materials.

4.1.7 All aircraft shall be operated in accordance with applicable government aeronautical regulations, including United States Navy (USN), United States Air Force (USAF), and local military flying directives, and foreign government requirements when applicable.

4.1.8 The contractor shall ensure the aircraft or combination of multiple aircraft meeting the same standards listed above is able to conduct a minimum of seven flights per day of each task order, that each flight does not exceed 14,000 feet Mean Sea Level (MSL), and that each flight reaches a minimum of 1,200 feet Above Ground Level (AGL).

4.1.9Aircraft will have static line capability, with an anchor line retrieval system.

4.1.10 The contractor shall require no more than eight (8) lift tickets to be used for the conduct of each flight and that any and all lift tickets used by either the government or other personnel qualify for this minimum. If the contractor chooses to use an aircraft that is larger and typically requires more lift tickets to be spent in order to be fiscally sustainable, this will not affect the minimum requirements for the government. However, if the government chooses to use or requests to use the larger aircraft, the contractor may charge the standard amount of lift tickets for that aircraft.

4.2 Lift Tickets. The contractor shall provide lift tickets as identified in each task order.

4.2.1 The use of contracted lift tickets shall be coordinated through the military unit’s point of contact designated in each task order to ensure accountability.

4.2.2 One contracted lift ticket shall be used per MFF parachutist, MFFJM, and combat equipment load that exceeds 20 pounds or 4 cubic feet.

4.2.3 The government typically uses a parachute system that is much larger than those used by civilian parachutists. This large parachute system will take up more space in small aircraft and preclude the safe loading of what is considered the normal or standard number of passengers. The contractor shall not charge additional lift tickets for the lost space as a result of the larger government parachute systems.

4.2.4 The use of contracted lift tickets shall be able to be used for all available aircraft to include the SC-7 Skyvan.

4.3 Drop Zone and Airfield.

4.3.1 The contractor shall provide for the use of their own airfield immediately adjacent to a Zone Availability Reports (ZAR) approved drop zone. The airfield shall also be immediately adjacent to the loading zone and parachute packing area.

4.3.2 The contractor shall have a ZAR approved drop zone capable of meeting the requirements of NAVMC 3500.55C: Reconnaissance T&R Manual.

4.3.4 The contractor shall provide drop zone jumper and parachute recovery capability with motorized vehicles for recovery.

4.3.5 The contractor shall coordinate necessary airspace to provide the ability to conduct MFF operations with an offset of up to 35 kilometers from the drop zone. Alternate contractor locations are suitable for this requirement.

4.3.6 The Contractor shall identify and provide a copy of the approved Zone Availability Reports (ZAR) for drop zone(s) to be utilized in accordance with this PWS.

4.2.7 The contractor shall have a ZAR approved drop zone that is either plowed, tilled, or grass located within 10 minutes of the airfield to facilitate low level static-line drops and tandem parachute operations to limit injury to jumpers.

4.2.8 The airfield shall be in an area capable of supporting use of paramotors as outlined under Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) part 103.

4.4 Liaison. The contractor shall provide a designated drop zone liaison for the duration of each task order.

4.4.1 The liaison shall coordinate all designated rigger support.

4.4.2 The liaison must be familiar with MFF operations, and the requirements set forth in the references.

4.4.3 The liaison shall facilitate the timing and adjusting of aircraft to meet MFF training objectives as designated by the military unit’s point of contact.

4.5 Facilities. The contractor shall provide on-site facilities for the duration of each task order. All facilities must be adjacent to the airfield.

4.5.1 The contractor shall provide a secure building or room within a building with external, exclusive access. The room or building shall be a minimum of 1,000 square feet to meet requirements for storage and classroom instruction. The building or room shall have climate control and serviceable electrical outlets.

The building will have some form of internet access capability (broadband, hotspot, WIFI). The building or room shall be capable of double locking with complete access control limited to the military unit. This requirement is in accordance with MCO 3120.11A: Marine Corps Parachuting Policy and Program Administration section 8.0. The room or building shall also serve as billeting for military personnel. The government shall be responsible for all internal furnishings to support the billeting requirement. Alternate contractor locations are suitable for this requirement.

4.5.2 The contractor shall provide a shaded area sufficient in size for the simultaneous packing of twelve

(12) Multi Mission Parachute System (MMPS). The floor of the packing area shall have rubber matting or other material as is common in parachute packing areas. The contractor shall provide the ability to hang twelve (12) Parachute System Two by a hook and line seven (7) feet off the ground.

4.5.3 The contractor shall provide for the use of a common restroom.

4.5.4 The contractor shall provide adequate climate-controlled space on-site for the billeting of thirty-five

(35) personnel with access to restrooms and showers.

4.5.5 The contractor shall provide all cleaning and maintenance of facilities.

4.6 Rigger/Parachute Packing Support. The contractor shall provide parachute rigger and parachute packing support as per each task order at a “per pack” cost.

4.6.1 Designated parachute riggers must hold a minimum Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) rating of Senior Rigger.

4.6.2 The contractor shall provide all written proof of completion of requirements of designated parachute riggers.

4.6.3 Designated parachute riggers shall pack under the supervision of a qualified Marine Corps Pack In- Progress Inspector (PIPI) provided by the government.

4.7 Emergency Services. Contractor shall provide and coordinate emergency services with municipal or county Paramedics in the event of an emergency for the period of performance,

4.7.1 The Contractor shall provide and coordinate medical support in the form of air medevac capabilities.

4.7.2 The Contractor shall provide and liaison with medical facilities in the area

4.7.3 The Contractor shall provide initial coordination of air evacuation of casualty.

4.7.4 The Contractor shall provide an enclosed safety vehicle for transportation of a casualty to the nearest medical facility.

5. Place of Performance. Contractor performance location shall meet the following requirements.

5.1 Military Freefall (MFF) Training must be located within 75 miles driving distance of MCB Camp Pendleton, CA. Alternate contractor locations are suitable for this requirement.

5.2 Dry climate with fairly predictable weather.

5.4 No major air traffic routes through training area with the ability to attain Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) airspace clearance for required jump altitudes.

5.5 No significantly large bodies of water (4 feet deep and 40 feet wide) within 1,000 meters of the center of the drop zone. If a significantly large body of water is within 1,000 meters of the center of the drop zone, the contractor shall provide a safety boat and operator on standby with the ability to recover a parachutist in the water within 30 seconds of landing.

6. Unit Training Equipment. This is government furnished information for the situational awareness of the contractor. The government will use this equipment during the performance of this effort.

6.1 Sufficient quantities and types of weapons to load out Marines participating with a combat load (the government may elect to use rubber or simulation weapons).

6.2 Individual radios for parachutists.

6.3 Radios for communication with the aircraft.

6.4 Night vision devices capable of mounting on jump helmets during HAHO/HALO operations.

6.5 Multi-Mission Parachute Systems (MMPS).

6.6 Coaches Ram Air Parachute System (CRAPS).

6.7 Parachute System 2 (PS2).

6.8 MA-12 Altimeters.

6.9 MA-230/A Altimeters.

6.10 Parachutist Drop Bags (PDB).

6.11 Parachutist Individual Equipment Kits (PIEK).

6.12 Parachutist High Altitude Oxygen System (PHAOS) bailout bottles.

6.13 PHAOS masks.

6.14 SG-7/100 Personal Freefall Cargo Harness

6.15 Tents and cots for billeting.

7. Period of Performance. The period of performance shall be identified in each task order. The contractor shall provide support on weekdays, weekends, and holidays.

8. Ordering. Task orders shall be issued in accordance with this performance work statement and issued with only CLINs pertaining to the work requested.

9. Additional Requirements.

9.1 The contractor shall be responsible for complying with all applicable Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS), and all other federal, state, and local regulations.

9.2 The contractor shall provide all transportation, meals, and lodging for all contractor personnel.

10. Deliverables These deliverables shall be provided in Contractor preferred format to the Contracting Officer as identified in the below table. Deliverables Apr be electronic or hard copy.

Deliverable Recipient Due Date

12.1 CARB Approved Listing

(Ref PWS Section 4.1.2)

Contracting Officer Contract Specialist Contracting Officer’s Representative

Closing date & time of this Solicitation enclosed as part of Volume III, Technical Acceptability

12.2 ZAR for Drop zones (Ref

PWS Section 4.2.5)

Contracting Officer Contract Specialist Contracting Officer’s Representative

Closing date & time of this Solicitation enclosed as part of Volume III, Technical Acceptability

11. Government Technical Point of Contact. The Contracting Officer shall designate Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) during the term of this contract. The COR will provide assistance in identification and resolution of problems, conflicts in priority, subtask requirement definitions, and other operations type problems within the scope of this Performance Work Statement. The COR will provide technical clarification and assistance in support of the contract requirements. The COR DOES NOT have the authority to make changes and/or give direction under this contract. The only authority under this contract authorized to make changes, give direction, and/or provide monetary adjustments is the Contracting Officer from the Regional Contracting Office MCI-WEST, Camp Pendleton CA.

COR Contact Information: Provided at time of award.

12. Contracting Officer Authority. The Contracting Officer is the only person authorized to direct changes in any of the requirements under this contract, and, notwithstanding any provisions contained elsewhere in this contract, said authority remains solely in the Contracting Officer (Reference Block 31 on the SF1449). In the event the Contractor effects any such change at the direction of any person other than the Contracting Officer, the change will be considered to have been made without authority and solely at the risk of the contractor.

CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE

52.202-1 Definitions JUN 2020 52.203-3 Gratuities APR 1984 52.203-12 Limitation On Payments To Influence Certain Federal

Transactions

JUN 2020

52.204-7 System for Award Management OCT 2018 52.204-9 Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel JAN 2011 52.204-13 System for Award Management Maintenance OCT 2018 52.204-16 Commercial and Government Entity Code Reporting AUG 2020 52.204-18 Commercial and Government Entity Code Maintenance AUG 2020 52.204-21 Basic Safeguarding of Covered Contractor Information

Systems

NOV 2021

52.204-25 Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment

NOV 2021

52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions--Commercial Products and Commercial Services

DEC 2022

52.232-37 Multiple Payment Arrangements MAY 1999 52.232-40 Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business

Subcontractors

NOV 2021

52.233-4 Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim OCT 2004 52.237-2 Protection Of Government Buildings, Equipment, And

Vegetation

APR 1984

52.245-1 Government Property SEP 2021 52.247-29 F.O.B. Origin FEB 2006 252.201-7000 Contracting Officer's Representative DEC 1991 252.203-7000 Requirements Relating to Compensation of Former DoD

Officials

SEP 2011

252.203-7002 Requirement to Inform Employees of Whistleblower Rights DEC 2022 252.203-7005 Representation Relating to Compensation of Former DoD

Officials

SEP 2022

252.204-7003 Control Of Government Personnel Work Product APR 1992 252.204-7008 Compliance With Safeguarding Covered Defense Information

Controls

OCT 2016

252.204-7012 Safeguarding Covered Defense Information and Cyber Incident Reporting

DEC 2019

252.204-7015 Notice of Authorized Disclosure of Information for Litigation Support

MAY 2016

252.204-7018 Prohibition on the Acquisition of Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services

JAN 2021

252.204-7019 Notice of NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment Requirements MAR 2022 252.204-7020 NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment Requirements MAR 2022 252.223-7006 Prohibition On Storage, Treatment, and Disposal of Toxic or

Hazardous Materials

SEP 2014

252.223-7008 Prohibition of Hexavalent Chromium JUN 2013 252.225-7001 Buy American And Balance Of Payments Program-- Basic JUN 2022 252.225-7002 Qualifying Country Sources As Subcontractors MAR 2022 252.232-7003 Electronic Submission of Payment Requests and Receiving

Reports

DEC 2018

252.232-7010 Levies on Contract Payments DEC 2006 252.237-7010 Prohibition on Interrogation of Detainees by Contractor

Personnel

JUN 2013

252.243-7001 Pricing Of Contract Modifications DEC 1991 252.244-7000 Subcontracts for Commercial Items DEC 2022

CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY FULL TEXT

QUOTER TO FILL OUT AND RETURN WITH QUOTATION

52.204-24 REPRESENTATION REGARDING CERTAIN TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND VIDEO

SURVEILLANCE SERVICES OR EQUIPMENT (NOV 2021)

The Offeror shall not complete the representation at paragraph (d)(1) of this provision if the Offeror has represented that it "does not provide covered telecommunications equipment or services as a part of its offered products or services to the Government in the performance of any contract, subcontract, or other contractual instrument" in paragraph (c)(1) in the provision at 52.204-26, Covered Telecommunications Equipment or Services-- Representation, or in paragraph (v)(2)(i) of the provision at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications- Commercial Products and Commercial Services. The Offeror shall not complete the representation in paragraph (d)(2) of this provision if the Offeror has represented that it "does not use covered telecommunications equipment or services, or any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services" in paragraph (c)(2) of the provision at 52.204-26, or in paragraph (v)(2)(ii) of the provision at 52.212-3.

(a) Definitions. As used in this provision-

Backhaul, covered telecommunications equipment or services, critical technology, interconnection arrangements, reasonable inquiry, roaming, and substantial or essential component have the meanings provided in the clause 52.204-25, Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment.

(b) Prohibition.

(1) Section 889(a)(1)(A) of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Pub. L.

115-232) prohibits the head of an executive agency on or after August 13, 2019, from procuring or obtaining, or extending or renewing a contract to procure or obtain, any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services as a substantial or essential component of any system, or as critical technology as part of any system. Nothing in the prohibition shall be construed to--

(i) Prohibit the head of an executive agency from procuring with an entity to provide a service that connects to the facilities of a third-party, such as backhaul, roaming, or interconnection arrangements; or

(ii) Cover telecommunications equipment that cannot route or redirect user data traffic or cannot permit visibility into any user data or packets that such equipment transmits or otherwise handles.

(2) Section 889(a)(1)(B) of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Pub. L.

115-232) prohibits the head of an executive agency on or after August 13, 2020, from entering into a contract or extending or renewing a contract with an entity that uses any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services as a substantial or essential component of any system, or as critical technology as part of any system. This prohibition applies to the use of covered telecommunications equipment or services, regardless of whether that use is in performance of work under a Federal contract. Nothing in the prohibition shall be construed to--

(i) Prohibit the head of an executive agency from procuring with an entity to provide a service that connects to the facilities of a third-party, such as backhaul, roaming, or interconnection arrangements; or

(ii) Cover telecommunications equipment that cannot route or redirect user data traffic or cannot permit visibility into any user data or packets that such equipment transmits or otherwise handles.

(c) Procedures. The Offeror shall review the list of excluded parties in the System for Award Management (SAM) (https://www.sam.gov) for entities excluded from receiving federal awards for "covered telecommunications equipment or services."

(d) Representations. The Offeror represents that--

(1) It [ ___ ] will, [ ___ ] will not provide covered telecommunications equipment or services to the Government in the performance of any contract, subcontract or other contractual instrument resulting from this solicitation. The Offeror shall provide the additional disclosure information required at paragraph (e)(1) of this section if the Offeror responds "will" in paragraph (d)(1) of this section; and

(2) After conducting a reasonable inquiry, for purposes of this representation, the Offeror represents that--

It [ ___ ] does, [ ___ ] does not use covered telecommunications equipment or services, or use any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services. The Offeror shall provide the additional disclosure information required at paragraph (e)(2) of this section if the Offeror responds "does" in paragraph (d)(2) of this section.

(e) Disclosures.

(1) Disclosure for the representation in paragraph (d)(1) of this provision. If the Offeror has responded "will" in the representation in paragraph (d)(1) of this provision, the Offeror shall provide the following information as part of the offer:

(i) For covered equipment--

(A) The entity that produced the covered telecommunications equipment (include entity name, unique entity identifier, CAGE code, and whether the entity was the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) or a distributor, if known);

(B) A description of all covered telecommunications equipment offered (include brand; model number, such as OEM number, manufacturer part number, or wholesaler number; and item description, as applicable); and

(C) Explanation of the proposed use of covered telecommunications equipment and any factors relevant to determining if such use would be permissible under the prohibition in paragraph (b)(1) of this provision.

(ii) For covered services--

(A) If the service is related to item maintenance: A description of all covered telecommunications services offered (include on the item being maintained: Brand; model number, such as OEM number, manufacturer part number, or wholesaler number; and item description, as applicable); or

(B) If not associated with maintenance, the Product Service Code (PSC) of the service being provided; and explanation of the proposed use of covered telecommunications services and any factors relevant to determining if such use would be permissible under the prohibition in paragraph (b)(1) of this provision.

(2) Disclosure for the representation in paragraph (d)(2) of this provision. If the Offeror has responded "does" in the representation in paragraph (d)(2) of this provision, the Offeror shall provide the following information as part of the offer:

(i) For covered equipment--

(A) The entity that produced the covered telecommunications equipment (include entity name, unique entity identifier, CAGE code, and whether the entity was the OEM or a distributor, if known);

(B) A description of all covered telecommunications equipment offered (include brand; model number, such as OEM number, manufacturer part number, or wholesaler number; and item description, as applicable); and

(C) Explanation of the proposed use of covered telecommunications equipment and any factors relevant to determining if such use would be permissible under the prohibition in paragraph (b)(2) of this provision.

(ii) For covered services--

(A) If the service is related to item maintenance: A description of all covered telecommunications services offered (include on the item being maintained: Brand; model number, such as OEM number, manufacturer part number, or wholesaler number; and item description, as applicable); or

(B) If not associated with maintenance, the PSC of the service being provided; and explanation of the proposed use of covered telecommunications services and any factors relevant to determining if such use would be permissible under the prohibition in paragraph (b)(2) of this provision.

(End of provision)

52.212-1 ADDENDUM

INSTRUCTION TO OFFERORS

1. SUBMISSION OF QUOTATIONS: Quotations must be received no later than the date and time stated in box 8, page #1 of this solicitation. Quotation shall be submitted via email. Please respond to Sgt Hanna Tilley, hanna.bolduc@usmc.mil directly with quotation.

2. QUESTIONS: Questions shall be submitted by email no later than 2 days after issuance of the solicitation to the email address listed below. No phone questions will be accepted. The deadline is necessary to ensure timely award and the Government may, in its sole discretion, choose not to respond to questions received after the deadline.

All questions will be reviewed and responded to by an amendment to the solicitation. Email questions to Sgt Hanna Tilley, hanna.bolduc@usmc.mil.

3. PERIOD OF ACCEPTANCE OF OFFERORS: The pricing terms and conditions of the proposal shall be valid for 90 days unless a longer time is stated otherwise in the quote.

4. SAM. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database. Information in SAM should be current, if not – completion of the attached FAR Provision 52.212-3, Certifications and Representations is required with quotation. Information on registering in SAM may be obtained from www.sam.gov or calling 866- 606-8220. Registration in SAM is free.

5. WIDE-AREA WORKFLOW – RECEIPT AND ACCEPTANCE. As a condition of receipt of any resulting order, the Contractor agrees to implement the Department of Defense (DOD) web-based application. Information on registering in WAWF/iRAPT may be obtained from https://wawf.eb.mil/xhtml/unauth/registration/notice.xhtml or calling 866-618-5988. Registration in WAWF/iRAPT is free.

6. COMPLETE RESPONSIVE QUOTE: The Government will award a Firm Fixed Price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity Contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible quoter whose quotation conforming to the solicitation. A complete responsive quote must be received for consideration. A complete quote is (a) - (d) as follows:

(a) Technical Acceptability— must meet the following:

i) Salient characteristics listed below in 52.212-2, Evaluation, Technical

(b) Price-- Completion of CLIN(s) on this SF 1449 Solicitation.

(c) Certify Submission: Signed SF1449 Solicitation and any solicitation amendments, if applicable.

(d) Solicitation Provisions – Completion of all solicitation provisions, as required. If information is “None” or “Not Applicable” state. Note: Not required to complete 52.212-3 if registered in http://www.sam.gov.

52.204-24 252.204-7017 252.239-7009

52.212-2 EVALUATION--COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (NOV 2021)

As prescribed in 12.301(c), the Contracting Officer may insert a provision substantially as follows:

Evaluation-Commercial Items (Oct 2014)

(a) The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers:

(i) technical capability of the item offered to meet the Government requirement; and

(ii) price.

(b) A written notice of award or acceptance of an offer, mailed or otherwise furnished to the successful offeror within the time for acceptance specified in the offer, shall result in a binding contract without further action by either party. Before the offer’s specified expiration time, the Government may accept an offer (or part of an offer), whether or not there are negotiations after its receipt, unless a written notice of withdrawal is received before award.

(End of provision)

52.212-2 ADDENDUM

Regional Contracting Office, Camp Pendleton, CA, is issuing Request for Quotation (RFQ) to procure Military Freefall (MFF) Progression and Sustainment Training support. This procurement is conducted in accordance with FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items) utilizing FAR Subpart 16.5 Indefinite-Delivery Contract.

Incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2023-01, effective 30 December 2022 and DFARS Change Notice (DCN) 20230131, effective 31 January 2023.

BASIS FOR AWARD. Award will be on the capability of the quoter to meet or exceed the specifications requested in the Performance Work Statement (PWS) and pricing determined to be fair and reasonable. The resulting award will be a Firm-Fixed Priced, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity Contract, to provide Military Freefall (MFF) Progression and Sustainment Training support.

EVALUATION. The Government intends to make a single award indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract at a Firm Fixed Price award to satisfy this requirement. Award will be made on the initial evaluation of quotes received in response to this RFQ. Therefore, quoters are cautioned to ensure that initial quotes contain your best terms from a technical and price standpoint. The following factors will be used to evaluate quotes:

1. TECHNICAL: Minimum specifications:

Certification: Per DoDI 4500.53, the quoter shall be on the AMC Paratroop Commercial Operator Listing on or by the day of quote submission. The certification shall be provided for the carrier and included with the quote.

Capability: Quoter shall have the capability to support the minimum and maximum values of the contract.

Aircraft: Quoter shall provide an aircraft support services to include properly licensed pilots and staff. Quoter shall be properly authorized by the Air Force for specific military personnel transportation. Quoter shall provide documentation of certification. In addition, quoter shall confirm capability to support the following:

The quoter shall provide an aircraft capable of MFF configured parachute operations at an altitude of at least 14,000ft mean sea-level (MSL) utilizing a rear ramp or side door exit. This aircraft must be an approved Air Mobility Command aircraft (DoD approved Intrastate Commercial Carriers per DoDI

4500.53 - http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/corres/pdf/450053p.pdf), which is authorized to conduct operations with DoD personnel. The aircraft must be capable of supporting nine (9) combat loaded Marines, (2) Jumpmasters, and (2) Oxygen Containers simultaneously.

The contractor must meet the required criteria for either the DOD Approved Air Carrier listing (Interstate) or the Paratroop Commercial Listing (Intrastate) from the Commercial Airlift Review Board (CARB).

The contractor shall provide proof of the CARB approval and any agreements with other entities’ being utilized (i.e., subcontractors) in regard to these services

The contractor shall provide all maintenance, oil, special equipment, airfield storage, and any other support services associated with operation of the contractor’s aircraft.

The contractor shall provide commercial grade aviation fuels for their aircraft via pressurized fuel truck or other approved means.

The contractor shall comply with DoD requirements for operation of civil aircraft in support of military operations.

The contractor shall comply with federal regulations for all hazardous material found in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Title 40, Parts 260-265, 270, 300, and state regulations for hazardous materials.

All aircraft shall be operated in accordance with applicable government aeronautical regulations, including United States Navy (USN), United States Air Force (USAF), and local military flying directives, and foreign government requirements when applicable.

The contractor shall ensure the aircraft or combination of multiple aircraft meeting the same standards listed above is able to conduct a minimum of seven flights per day of each task order, that each flight does not exceed 14,000 feet Mean Sea Level (MSL), and that each flight reaches a minimum of 1,200 feet Above Ground Level (AGL).

Aircraft will have static line capability, with an anchor line retrieval system.

The contractor shall require no more than eight (8) lift tickets to be used for the conduct of each flight and that any and all lift tickets used by either the government or other personnel qualify for this minimum. If the contractor chooses to use an aircraft that is larger and typically requires more lift tickets to be spent in order to be fiscally sustainable, this will not affect the minimum requirements for the government.

However, if the government chooses to use or requests to use the larger aircraft, the contractor may charge the standard amount of lift tickets for that aircraft.

Lift Tickets: The contractor shall provide lift tickets as identified in each task order.

The use of contracted lift tickets shall be coordinated through the military unit’s point of contact designated in each task order to ensure accountability.

One contracted lift ticket shall be used per MFF parachutist, MFFJM, and combat equipment load that exceeds 20 pounds or 4 cubic feet.

The government typically uses a parachute system that is much larger than those used by civilian parachutists. This large parachute system will take up more space in small aircraft and preclude the safe loading of what is considered the normal or standard number of passengers. The contractor shall not charge additional lift tickets for the lost space as a result of the larger government parachute systems.

The use of contracted lift tickets shall be able to be used for all available aircraft to include the SC-7 Skyvan.

Drop Zone and Airfield:

The contractor shall provide for the use of their own airfield immediately adjacent to a Zone Availability

Reports (ZAR) approved drop zone. The airfield shall also be immediately adjacent to the loading zone and parachute packing area.

The contractor shall have a ZAR approved drop zone capable of meeting the requirements of NAVMC 3500.55C: Reconnaissance T&R Manual.

The contractor shall provide drop zone jumper and parachute recovery capability with motorized vehicles for recovery.

The contractor shall coordinate necessary airspace to provide the ability to conduct MFF operations with an offset of up to 35 kilometers from the drop zone. Alternate contractor locations are suitable for this requirement.

The Contractor shall identify and provide a copy of the approved Zone Availability Reports (ZAR) for drop zone(s) to be utilized in accordance with this PWS.

For MFF the contractor shall have a ZAR approved drop zone that is either plowed, tilled, or grass located within 10 minutes of the airfield to facilitate low level static-line drops and tandem parachute operations to limit injury to jumpers.

The airfield shall be in an area capable of supporting use of paramotors as outlined under Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) part 103.

Liaison: The contractor shall provide a designated drop zone liaison for the duration of each task order.

The liaison shall coordinate all designated rigger support.

The liaison must be familiar with MFF operations, and the requirements set forth in the references.

The liaison shall facilitate the timing and adjusting of aircraft to meet MFF training objectives as designated by the military unit’s point of contact.

Facilities: The contractor shall provide on-site facilities for the duration of each task order. All facilities must be adjacent to the airfield.

The contractor shall provide a secure building or room within a building with external, exclusive access.

For MFF the room or building shall be a minimum of 1,000 square feet to meet requirements for storage and classroom instruction. The building or room shall have climate control and serviceable electrical outlets. The building will have some form of internet access capability (broadband, hotspot, WIFI). The building or room shall be capable of double locking with complete access control limited to the military unit. This requirement is in accordance with MCO 3120.11A: Marine Corps Parachuting Policy and Program Administration section 8.0. The room or building shall also serve as billeting for military personnel. The government shall be responsible for all internal furnishings to support the billeting requirement. Alternate contractor locations are suitable for this requirement.

The contractor shall provide a shaded area sufficient in size for the simultaneous packing of twelve (12) Multi Mission Parachute System (MMPS). The floor of the packing area shall have rubber matting or other material as is common in parachute packing areas. The contractor shall provide the ability to hang twelve

(12) Parachute System Two by a hook and line seven (7) feet off the ground.

The contractor shall provide for the use of a common restroom.

The contractor shall provide adequate climate-controlled space on-site for the billeting of thirty-five (35) personnel with access to restrooms and showers.

The contractor shall provide all cleaning and maintenance of facilities.

Rigger/Parachute Packing Support: The contractor shall provide parachute rigger and parachute packing support as per each task order at a “per pack” cost.

Designated parachute riggers must hold a minimum Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) rating of Senior Rigger.

The contractor shall provide all written proof of completion of requirements of designated parachute riggers.

Designated parachute riggers shall pack under the supervision of a qualified Marine Corps Pack In- Progress Inspector (PIPI) provided by the government.

Emergency Services. Contractor shall provide and coordinate emergency services with municipal or county Paramedics in the event of an emergency for the period of performance, The Contractor shall provide and coordinate medical support in the form of air medevac capabilities.

The Contractor shall provide and liaison with medical facilities in the area The Contractor shall provide initial coordination of air evacuation of casualty.

The Contractor shall provide an enclosed safety vehicle for transportation of a casualty to the nearest medical facility.

Place of Performance: Contractor performance location shall meet the following requirements.

Military Freefall (MFF) Training must be located within 75 miles driving distance of MCB Camp Pendleton, CA. Alternate contractor locations are suitable for this requirement.

Dry climate with fairly predictable weather.

No major air traffic routes through training area with the ability to…