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US Navy EOD Group TWO

(EODGRU TWO)

Advance EOD Training Course

(AETC)

(U) Background. Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal (NEOD) Group Commanders provide forces in support of Fleet Commanders and Navy Component Commander, Carrier Strike

DRAFT

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Groups (CSG), Expeditionary Strike Groups (ESG), Mine Countermeasures (MCM) Task Forces/Groups, Naval Special Warfare NSW) Squadrons, Army Special Operations Forces (SOF), Military Sealift Command (MSC), Unified Theatre Commanders, Navy Regional Commanders, and contingency operations (i.e. aircraft recovery, range/waterway clearance, U.S.

Secret Service support, CNO projects, etc.). NEOD Special Operations Force Companies provide EOD Command and Control and tactical capabilities to support Naval Special Warfare Squadrons (NSWRONS) and U.S. Army Special Forces Groups (ARSOF). NEOD support requirements and missions are functionally organized to locate, identify, and mitigate or render-safe ordnance or associated hazards and threats to provide Ground Force Commanders freedom to maneuver on the battle field.

(U) Purpose. This contract provides NEOD with advanced specialized EOD courses of instruction specifically designed to train EOD Technicians assigned to Naval Special Warfare Forces (NAVSOF) and Army Special Operations Forces (ARSOF) Troops and Companies supporting Counter Terrorism and Near Peer operations deployed throughout all regions of the world.

1. (U) AETC Scope.

1.1. (U) The Contractor shall provide all instructors, labor, role players, training aids, materials (including explosives), facilities, ranges, classrooms, and equipment necessary to instruct and train USN EOD personnel as delineated in this.

1.2. (U) The training curriculum shall be designed to a three week block of instruction that includes both classroom and practical instruction regarding improvised and homemade explosives and devices followed by instruction regarding advanced access techniques.

1.3. (U) The Contractor shall provide classroom instruction and a series of technical, practical, and full mission profile type exercises to prepare EOD Operators to achieve the listed course objectives in Section 9. The Contractor shall provide classroom and practical instruction for a maximum of 14 students. Upon conclusion of the block of training, EOD operators must be able to satisfactorily accomplish the objectives as listed section

10.

2. (U) Place of Performance.

2.1. (U) The course will provide between six and twelve hours of instruction per training day, with an average of eight hours of training per day over the entire course of instruction

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may be required up to ten (10) times during the period of performance, and taught within a fifty-mile radius of (Joint Expeditionary Base (JEB) Little Creek, VA). The

Government will allow an exception for up to one week (five consecutive business days) of training to take place within 200 miles of JEB Little Creek for any portion that involves improvised or homemade explosives due to limited explosive ranges in the vicinity of JEB Little Creek. Courses, when feasible, should be during the workweek and begin on Mondays and end on Fridays.

3. (U) Security.

3.1. (U) Security will be in accordance with the attached DD254. Contractor team individual(s) supporting this task will be cleared at the SECRET level at the start of the task. Contractors will require access to Foreign Government Information (FGI) and

North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) in performance of this effort. Contractor will require access to NIPRNET and SIPRNET computer systems at Government facilities. The Contractor will be authorized to courier classified information up to

SECRET level in performance of official duties upon approval of and designation by the

COR.

3.2. (U) The Contractor shall ensure requirements for safeguarding classified information and classified materials, for obtaining and verifying personnel security clearances, for verifying security clearances and indoctrination of visitors, for controlling access to restricted areas, for protecting Government property, and for the security of automated and non-automated management information systems and data are fulfilled. The

Contractor's management system shall prevent unauthorized disclosure of classified and sensitive unclassified information. The Government shall be immediately notified if any security incident or any indication of a potential unauthorized disclosure or compromise of classified or sensitive unclassified information.

3.3. (U) The Contractor shall provide security management support. Typical efforts include, but are not limited to, performing classified document control functions, classified materials inventories, program access requests, preparing and monitoring personnel indoctrination and debriefing agreements, and maintaining and using security-related databases.

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4. (U) Government Furnished Equipment /Government Furnished Information. The

Government will provide, without cost, the equipment, material, and/or services listed below.

4.1. (U) U.S. Navy EOD personnel will provide the it’s personnel with personnel protective equipment needed to perform EOD procedures in practical drills.

4.2. (U) The Government will not provide any facilities to support this contract, but will allow the Contractor to coordinate and use Government classroom and technical training facilities for.

4.3. (U) The Government will allow the use of Government explosive ranges, if needed, for any of the explosive portion of the training, but will not assist with coordination or prioritization for the Contractor. The Contractor is responsible for all aspects of use regarding a Government explosive range, including any costs associated with the usage.

The Contractor shall list any Government ranges they anticipate using for this course on the initial proposal.

5. (U) Deliverables. The Contractor shall deliver data in accordance with the Contract Data

Requirements List (CDRL), DD Form 1423s on the subject contract. Each deliverable will be in industry accepted and standard formats, where applicable.

6. (U) Travel.

6.1. (U) No travel is expected for this contract. No mileage costs will be incurred when travel is within a 50-mile radius of the primary work locations.

6.2. (U) If travel is required and approved by the COR outside of the 200-mile radius for explosive range use; travel costs will be considered reasonable and allowable only to the extent that they do not exceed on a daily basis, the maximum per diem rates in effect at the time of the travel. The Joint Travel Regulations (JTR), while not wholly applicable to contractors shall provide the basis for the determination as to reasonable and allowable. Maximum use is to be made of the lowest available customary standard coach or equivalent airfare accommodations available during normal business hours. All necessary travel shall be approved in advance by the COR.

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7. (U) Contractor Furnished Facilities, Equipment, and Services. The Government desires a course of instruction that allows the EOD team receiving the training to arrive at the training location and begin training without the burden of scheduling ranges, moving explosives, or reserving training areas. The outcome of this effort is to provide a low to no impact all-inclusive advanced training solution for the operational EOD team attending. Therefore, the

Contractor shall provide the following facilities, equipment, and services:

7.1. (U) The Contractor shall provide all non-Government facilities to include classrooms and practical areas except as specified in this PWS.

7.2. (U) The Government desires the Contractor to provide non-Government explosive ranges for this training but understands the limitations regarding availability of these types of ranges. If a Contractor will use explosive ranges on a Government facility in performing under this contract, the ranges must be authorized, coordinated, prioritized, and reserved through the Contractor and the unit or facility providing the range. The

COR, or unit receiving the training, has no responsibility to provide assistance. Any

Government facility or range the Contractor anticipates using for this effort must be listed in the Contractor's proposal.

7.3. (U) The Contractor shall provide all necessary equipment, explosives, and materials to support this course of instruction.

8. (U) Access to Government Facilities. Commercial support for this training will require the

Contractor to access and use USG facilities, access USG information systems/networks, and access classified information. Contractor employees may be required to access military installations in the performance of this contract. The ability to apply for, and hold, a

Government issued Common Access Card (CAC) card for all personnel associated with this contract is required.

9. (U) AETC Requirements. AETC will include classroom instruction, practical labs, technical exercises, and scenario-based drills that are in line with the training objectives listed below. Training will provide EOD operators with feedback and discussion to further develop their knowledge of the subject matter as well as refine tactics, techniques, and procedures

(TTPs). Training shall be as practically oriented as possible, and lecture-based teaching should be kept to a minimum. Upon successful completion, students must be able to satisfactorily

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demonstrate a comprehension of all training objectives. The Contractor shall provide student certificates upon successful completion of the course that states, at a minimum, the name, and rank of each student, hours of instruction, and course title. The projected course schedule is as follows:

(U) Projected Course Dates for AETC Training

Projected Dates Unit

17 Jul – 04 Aug 2023 MU 12

24 Jul – 18 Aug 2023 EODMU-8

25 Sep – 20 Oct 2023 EODMU-6

9.1.1. (U) The training objectives AETC include:

9.1.1.1. (U) EOD / HME Threat Assessment

9.1.1.1.1. (U) Recognize and describe threat assessment factors when conducting actions and differentiate between conventional and Cat A situations while simultaneously conducting a threat assessment.

9.1.1.1.2. (U) Recognize and describe threat assessment factors to consider during an EOD event that involves HME.

9.1.1.2. (U) Home Made Explosives (HME)

9.1.1.2.1. (U) Recognize and describe the indicators of HME production.

9.1.1.2.2. (U) Identify the various precursor components used to manufacture

HME.

9.1.1.2.3. (U) Identify and recognize the source of supply for precursor materials and legitimate use areas.

9.1.1.2.4. (U) Describe and demonstrate the process for manufacturing HME.

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9.1.1.2.5. (U) Recognize the characteristics of improvised detonator production and use.

9.1.1.2.6. (U) Identify the various components used to manufacture improvised detonators.

9.1.1.2.7. (U) Discuss and execute procedures to identify and verify HME using spectroscopic and wet chemistry equipment.

9.1.1.2.8. (U) Discuss and execute field tests to identify primary and secondary HME.

9.1.1.2.9. (U) Discuss and execute techniques to desensitize HME.

9.1.1.2.10. (U) Describe safety and stability characteristics associated with HME compounds of interest.

9.1.1.2.11. (U) Discuss and describe detonation velocities, density requirements, and critical diameters of various HME compounds of interest.

9.1.1.2.12. (U) Conduct x-ray procedures against both primary and secondary HME and recognize the difference in compounds.

9.1.1.2.13. (U) Describe the key characteristics associated with the visible detonation of various HME compounds and key factors to consider from a post blast analysis.

9.1.1.3. (CUI) General and Precision Disruption and X-Ray Techniques

9.1.1.3.1. (U) Describe and employ procedures to generally disrupt IEDs that present an impediment to the assault.

9.1.1.3.2. (U) Use dynamic EOD tools against HME and predict the outcome when used to disrupt IEDs containing sensitive explosives.

9.1.1.3.3. (CUI) Describe and prepare / build-up EOD dynamic tools to

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include: Bottler, Demi- mod, Stingray, PAN, T-3, and the TiTAN Disrupter, Vulcan and Pluton Shape Charge systems.

9.1.1.3.4. (U) Employ dynamic tools, to include shape charges, against IED circuits and containers.

9.1.1.3.5. (U) Describe general disruption philosophy to target key components and prevent functioning of the device.

9.1.1.3.6.(CUI) Describe and employ procedures and techniques used to precisely target critical components contained in an IED or sophisticated device.

9.1.1.3.7.(U) Describe and employ procedures to mitigate any effect of x-ray sensitive IED components.

9.1.1.3.8.(U) Describe and demonstrate operational use of man portable x-ray generators.

9.1.1.3.9.(U) Describe and demonstrate a basic knowledge of x-ray interpretation during all aspects of Category A incident response.

9.1.1.3.10.(U) Identify key components in a device using x-ray to formulate a dynamic or manual technique course of action to render safe or access the device.

9.1.1.4. (U) Sensitive Site Exploitation (SSE)

9.1.1.4.1. (U) Describe and practice EOD's role in performing SSE in a SOF environment.

9.1.1.4.2. (U) Identify key items to recover during SSE operations.

9.1.1.4.3. (U) Describe the steps for collecting information and components found during the SSE process.

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9.1.1.4.4. (U) Describe and recognize the differences between an HME lab, a chemical lab, a biological lab, and a drug lab.

9.1.1.4.5. (U) Describe and conduct hasty post-blast procedures during a SOF mission.

9.1.1.5. (U) SOF EOD Mission Planning, Philosophy and Tactics

9.1.1.5.1. (U) Plan operations and develop briefs to provide EOD support during SOF missions.

9.1.1.5.2. (U) Describe EOD equipment planning considerations when in support of SOF.

9.1.1.5.3. (CUI) Describe EOD philosophy and techniques to render safe IEDs in support of SOF.

9.1.1.5.4. (U) Demonstrate the ability to prioritize actions and conduct crisis management response during Cat A events in support of a SOF mission.

9.1.1.6. (U) EOD Threat Assessment in a Special Operations Environment

9.1.1.6.1. (U) Recognize and describe threat assessment factors when conducting SOF missions.

9.1.1.6.2. (U) Describe how to apply threat assessments in a SOF environment and how it differs from conventional EOD Threat Assessments.

9.1.1.6.3. (U) Recognize and describe threat assessment factors to consider during each phase of a SOF mission from Planning to Exfiltration.

9.1.1.7. (U) IED Electronics and Components

9.1.1.7.1. (CUI) Describe the functions of electronic components used to create more sophisticated circuitry in IEDs such as Dual Tone Multi-Frequency (DTMF), Peripheral Interface Controllers, microcontrollers, solenoids, and telemetry devices and explain their use in a circuit.

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9.1.1.7.2. (CUI) Describe how high voltage applications may be used in IEDs and the hazards associated with this technique.

9.1.1.7.3. (U) Discuss electronic theory associated with electronic components used to create more sophisticated circuitry and describe the characteristics associated with these types of circuits and components.

9.1.1.7.4. (U) Explain the term "telemetry" with respect to IEDs.

9.1.1.7.5. (U) Demonstrate the ability to determine current, resistance and voltage requirements in an IED circuit.

9.1.1.7.6. (U) Explain advanced principles for calculating variables associated with Ohm’s Law and how they relate to IED circuits.

9.1.1.7.7. (CUI) Construct IED electronic circuits using a combination of strip boards and printed wiring boards (PWB) that cover more sophisticated control features such as Peripheral Interface Controllers and Telemetry devices.

9.1.1.8. (U) Impedance to Assault Recognition and Defeat Techniques

9.1.1.8.1. (U) Describe procedures and techniques for Cat A events with respect to open circuit IEDs.

9.1.1.8.2. (U) Describe procedures and techniques to defeat "normally open" / "normally closed" switches.

9.1.1.8.3. (U) Perform initiation system defeat on an open IED where a remote procedure is not feasible.

9.1.1.8.4. (U) Describe and employ procedures to render safe or circumvent an IED that is impeding tactical movement.

9.1.1.8.5. (U) Describe and employ booby trap and landmine marking methods that will allow safe circumvention of danger areas during low and no light situations prior to the assault phase of

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an operation.

9.1.1.9. (U) Category A (Cat A) Task Logic and Site Stabilization

9.1.1.9.1. (U) Describe and employ techniques to recognize, contain, and stabilize a sophisticated device when contained in or incorporated into a vehicle.

9.1.1.9.2. (U) Describe how to stabilize and prioritize multiple EOD actions during a SOF mission.

9.1.1.9.3. (U) Demonstrate the ability to successfully apply Cat A philosophy and logic in a SOF environment.

9.1.1.9.4. (U) Explain the logical order of execution for successfully conducting EOD actions on a SOF objective.

9.1.1.9.5. (U) Describe and employ techniques to communicate and handle hostages involved in Cat A situations.

9.1.1.10. (U) Advanced Manual Techniques

9.1.1.10.1. (U) Describe and apply tools and techniques used to manually access various types of containers and materials to include, but not limited to, metal, soft cloth, wood, plastic, and cardboard/fibrous materials.

9.1.1.10.2. (CUI) Describe and apply tools and techniques to successfully diagnose and defeat switches, power sources, or detonators in a training device with fully functional components (excluding explosives/payload).

9.1.1.10.3. (CUI) Demonstrate techniques to gain access to large enclosed or secure areas (e.g. warehouses, holding yards, buildings, etc.).

Confirm or deny the use of sophisticated switches for security and describe the logic for defeat or stabilization of that switch.

9.1.1.10.4. (CUI) Recognize and describe the types of components that are associated with early warning or Intrusion Detection Systems

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(IDS) capable of being used in an IED or sophisticated device.

9.1.1.10.5. (CUI) Describe and employ techniques to electronically and physically defeat an early warning or protective switch/sensor when incorporated in an IED or sophisticated device.

9.1.1.10.6. (U) Describe and employ techniques to safely and accurately conduct circuit diagnostics and analysis when manual techniques are required.

9.1.1.10.7. (U) Employ techniques to defeat switches, batteries, or detonators in an IED circuit when manual techniques are required.

9.1.1.10.8.(U) Effectively employ EOD diagnostic tools against an IED circuit.

9.1.1.10.9. (CUI) Describe and employ techniques to recognize, identify, and defeat light sensitive switches.

9.1.2. (CUI) Training Devices, Materials, and Training Aids. All of the circuits, circuit components, and tool kit items listed below shall be provided to each student for use during the course with students retaining items upon completion of the course.

The Contractor shall ensure that a minimum of five (5) complete IED circuits are constructed by each student. All circuits shall be based on current, real-world terrorist threats and include the following classes of devices (named for operation / detonation method): Victim operated, Come-ons (i.e. anti-EOD booby traps), Radio-controlled (RC), and time. Devices shall include solder boards and printed wire boards (PWB). The focus shall be on soldering circuits; not using solderless designs such as bread boards. By the end of the electronics instruction, each student will have successfully soldered several working IED circuits using components typical to current terrorist IEDs (listed below). Each component shall be used at least once in the total of constructed circuits. The circuits constructed shall incorporate the following components:

9.1.2.1. (CUI) Alarm clock, Passive infrared (PIR) sensor, Mechanical (kitchen) countdown timer, Long Range Cordless Telephone (LRCT), Personal

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Mobile Radio (PMR), Wireless doorbell, Mechanical relay, Silicon-controlled rectifier (SCR), Metal–Oxide–Semiconductor Field-Effect Transistor, Optoelectronic Coupler (OPTOCOUPLER), Voltage regulator, Operational amplifier, DTMF decoder, 555 Integrated Circuit / Chip (IC), Bipolar junction transistor (BJT) or Darlington (pair) transistor, Programmable Integrated Circuits

9.1.2.2. (U) An Electronic Tool Kit shall be provided to each student, for use during the course and sustainment training in the future, which provides the ability to construct circuits and modify components. This kit shall contain the following items:

9.1.2.2.1. (U) 1060 Pelican Case, Scientific Calculator, Solder, Wire Jumper Kit, 8 in 1 Micro Screwdriver, Utility Knife, Wire Snips, Needle Nose Pliers, Wire Stripers

9.1.2.3. (U) The Contractor shall provide each student, for use during the course and sustainment training in the future, with an HME /Sensitive Site Exploitation (SSE) Field Kit that will support material and techniques taught in class as well as the collection of samples and materials for safe transport. This kit should be compact and suitable for carry in a combat environment and include the following items:

9.1.2.3.1. (U) 1060 Pelican Case, Handheld torch, Custom textile, Assorted HME sampling containers, Assorted HME SD tools, Pipettes, Sample spoon, Blue ESD cups small and medium, Wooden stir sticks

9.1.2.4. (U) The Contractor shall provide detailed, unclassified student handouts and student guides to complement academic lessons for each course. Each student guide shall provide a hard copy of the slides used to teach each lesson (two slides per page maximum). A CD or DVD will also be included that contains the student guide, lesson presentations, and all applicable reference material used to build the course of instruction upon completion of the training.

9.1.2.5. (CUI) The Contractor shall provide realistic IED and sophisticated device training aids with functional inert fusing and firing systems, and inert penalty monitors. High Fidelity training aids with IDS shall consist of everything needed for the device to function minus a live payload. The practical drill

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portions of the training shall include, at a minimum, the following categories of drills and devices:

9.1.2.5.1. (CUI) Minimum of three (3) hostage device scenarios that incorporate anti-removal switches, time, remote control or a combination of the three training aids and require x-ray procedures to be completed.

9.1.2.5.2. (CUI) Minimum of three (3) scenarios that incorporate multiple initiators and components such as anti-tamper firing switches such as anti-lift, anti-probe, and anti-light. Fusing and functioning may be scenario depended but, shall incorporate components such as DTMF or Alarm Systems

9.1.2.5.3. (CUI) Minimum of two mission planning scenarios.

9.1.2.5.4.(CUI) Minimum of two devices and technical drills that incorporates a circuit designed to test EOD operators in the area of precision x-ray and disruption.

9.1.2.5.5. (CUI) Minimum of one device/scenario that includes a light sensitive switch firing circuit.

9.1.2.5.6. (CUI) Minimum of four impediments to assault devices or area denial devices.

9.1.2.5.7. (CUI) At least one of the scenarios will have a device contained in or incorporated into a vehicle platform.

9.1.2.6.(CUI) Upon completion of each class the Contractor shall provide a Sustainment Training Package to each four-man team (anticipate two teams per course) to include the following:

9.1.2.6.1. (CUI) Tactical Inert Demo Kit: 5-minute time train- 2 each, 2-minute time train- 2 each, 1/4 lb C-4 (6 each) on double strand 15 ft det cord, (slider charge)- 4 each, C-2 data Sheet- 5 ft long (strip charge)- 4 each, 30 ft extra det cord- 4 each each, Inert C-4 Blocks- 4 each, Inert M-81 x 4 each, Inert dets - 4 each, Pelican Case with Machine Cut Foam- 1 each, Lid Kit with Mesh, Pouches

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for storage- 1 each, Inert Stickers.

9.1.3. (U) Performance Requirements Specific to HME. The hazards associated with conducting live HME practical training could be catastrophic and therefore cannot be taken lightly. To ensure the safest possible course is developed and that all risks are mitigated to an acceptable level, the following are requirements and shall be verified by the Government: A company SOP, Lab process, shot sheets, Operational Risk Management (ORM) practices, insurance certificates, and appropriate certifications. The Contractor shall maintain and keep these current throughout the duration of this contract. The Contractor must have had, or be capable of, meeting the requirements of a Defense Contract Management Authority (DCMA) Safety Survey in order to be considered for this contract as per the provisions outlined in the Department of Defense (DOD) Contractor Safety Manual (DOD 4145.26-M). During performance of this contract, the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) may review said records to verify acceptable records management.

9.1.3.1. (CUI) The Contractor shall, at a minimum, ensure the following HME compounds are produced, examined, and detonated during the HME portion of the course: Urea Nitrate (from both fertilizer grade and alternate sources of Urea), R-Salt, RDX, Nitrocellulose (NC), ETN, NG, TATP, HMTD, Concentrated Hydrogen Peroxide Organic Material (HPOM), Hypergolic mixtures (K.MNo4 + 2 fuels), Fuel Oxidizer Mixes (FOX) to include AN-based, KClo3-based, KClo4-based, and Nitro Methane-based (Both physical and chemical sensitization shall be demonstrated using a minimum of 2 of each technique), and the precursors Nitric Acid, Potassium Chlorate, Hexamine, and concentrated peroxide.

9.1.3.2. (U) The Contractor shall ensure all primary explosives produced do not exceed 2.5 gram batches to reduce the risk to EOD students and instructors.

9.1.3.3. (U) The Contractor shall ensure the quantity of secondary explosives, minimum 4 ounces, is produced to facilitate training and EOD procedures, including x-ray and disruption, but should not exceed one pound per batch.

9.1.3.4. (U) The Contractor must meet all requirements listed in the DOD Contractor Safety Manual (DOD 4145.26-M) and must have completed a safety survey, pre-award or immediately following award of the contract.

All safety measures, ranges, and storage facilities must meet DOD requirements.

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9.1.3.5. (U) The Contractor shall maintain and keep current, during performance of this contract, a company SOP that follows the requirements listed in the Department of the Navy, Naval Ordnance Safety and Security Activity, Instruction 8023.11A (NOSSAINST 8023.11 series). This SOP should outline all applicable details regarding the production of HME and appropriate information for the Contractor's operation, whether on a military or private installation. During performance of this contract, the COR may review said records to verify acceptable records management.

9.1.3.6. (U) The Contractor shall maintain and keep current, during performance of this contract, hazardous materials and chemical safety briefs that are outlined or referenced as an enclosure to the company SOP. During performance of this contract, the COR may review said records to verify acceptable records management.

9.1.3.7. (U) The Contractor shall use recognized military explosive handling and demolition procedures found in NAVSEA OP-5. The procedures and steps that the Contractor follows shall be outlined in the company SOP.

9.1.3.8. (U) The Contractor shall use recognized safe chemical laboratory procedures and practices found to be suitable by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and listed in 29 CFR 1910 subpart Z, section 1910.1450, appendix A. These guidelines shall be listed as an enclosure in the company SOP.

9.1.3.9. (U) The Contractor shall maintain and keep current, during performance of this contract, a list of all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) that is adequate to protect against the materials used in the course and follows the guidelines listed in 29 CFR 1910 subpart I, section 1910.132. This equipment shall be listed and outlined in the SOP. During performance of this contract, the COR may review said records to verify acceptable records management.

9.1.3.10. (U) The Contractor shall maintain and keep current, during performance of this contract, an ORM worksheet that follows the guidance outlined in OPNAVINST 3500.39C. This worksheet shall be part of the company SOP for the courses being taught. During performance of this contract, the COR may review said records to verify acceptable records management.

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9.1.3.11. (U) All instructors of the HME portion of the course shall be included on the company's general liability insurance. An explosive rider must be part of this policy with the liability valued at a minimum of $2,000,000 aggregate.

9.1.4. (U) Additional Performance Requirements.

9.1.4.1. (U) The Contractor shall provide course evaluation forms that allow students to comment on the primary blocks of instruction and make recommendations for improvement. The Contractor shall provide a summary of this information and a course After Action Report (AAR), to be delivered to the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) within two weeks following completion of each course of instruction.

9.1.4.2. (U) A detailed Schedule of Events (SOE), shall be developed, and maintained for this course of instruction. The SOE shall include a breakdown of each block of instruction, estimated time duration, location, training dates, instructor names, etc. Any changes to the SOE shall be provided to the COR within five workdays.

9.1.4.3. (U) The Contractor shall provide all hostage role players for training scenarios as required. A minimum of one role player per two man team must be used during scenarios that support hostages. Role players shall not be instructing or facilitating when engaged in a hostage role during hostage scenarios.

9.1.4.4. (U) The Contractor shall administer a pre- and post-knowledge survey for this training to accurately measure the comprehension and retention of the training provided. The details of the pre and post survey must be provided in the course AAR.

9.1.4.5. (CUI) The Contractor shall provide advanced x-ray training to include interpretation and recognition of critical components. The training shall include techniques to target and if required attack critical components with dynamic or energetic EOD tools.

9.1.4.6. (U) The Contractor shall provide at least one day that incorporates Full

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Mission Profile (FMP) drill sets for the EOD portion of an operation.

FMPs run the spectrum from mission planning through EOD actions and completion of mission. These drills should exercise as many parts of the EOD portion of a SOF mission as possible and may be counted towards the required number of drills listed in Section 10.1.3.

9.1.4.7. (CUI) The Contractor shall provide technical training aids that will provide a means to practice operational techniques for the following areas:

9.1.4.7.1. (CUI) Alarm sensor/switch trainer- must incorporate most likely types of sensors that would be used in an IED or sophisticated device to include, open, closed, monitored, and a common ground type of wiring condition as normally associated with this type of switch

9.1.4.7.2. (CUI) IED Circuit Trainer- must incorporate the various aspects of an IED or sophisticated device to include arming switch, firing switch, detonators and arming light

9.1.4.7.3. (CUI) Detonator Diagnostics trainer- must incorporate all possible types of hot wire detonator conditions that could be seen in an IED or sophisticated device. This trainer shall promote a voltage check technique but enable the ability to practice current check procedures.

9.1.4.8. (CUI) The Contractor shall ensure at a minimum the following EOD dynamic disruption technologies are incorporated into the course:

9.1.4.8.1.(CUI) Focused disruptors (PAN, T-3, TiTAN), Volumetric disruptors to include linear and omni-directional (Bottler, Demi-Mod, and Stingray), and directed disruption (Pluton and Vulcan shape charges).

9.1.4.8.2. (CUI) These technologies shall be employed in a comprehensive way against sensitive HME targets to include but not limited to;

UN, ANAL, TATP, and KCLo3 + Al. The training shall demonstrate the proper tool and technology to use against these compounds to help EOD operators develop a better understanding regarding which tool to use in a real-world

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situation.

9.1.4.8.3. (U) The tools and technologies shall be used against representative training IEDs that have working electronic circuits and initiation telltales/penalties so students can judge the factors that affect commit time and target collateral damage aspects. At a minimum four (4) of each wood, plastic, and metal containers, (totaling twelve) training devices shall be used to accomplish this objective.

10. (U) Personnel.

10.1. (U) Qualifications. Safety is of the utmost concern to the Government, as well as all taking part in the course, especially during the Home Made Explosives practical portion.

It is imperative that the instructors facilitating this course have the highest level of experience and the formal training qualifications necessary to ensure the risk is mitigated to an acceptable level. Furthermore, the special operations field is very unique. This course require experienced instructors who have previous experience and qualifications to support SOF units in combat situations. Verification of contractor credentials and skills are required with proposal submission. Diplomas, graduation certificates, DD FORM 214, State or Federal Licenses, and past work history documentation certified by the Contractor are acceptable proof of the required certifications/qualifications.

10.1.1. (U) The Contractor shall employ a chemist that will oversee and manage the chemistry portion of the HME training section to ensure the Government and the end user receive the safest and most comprehensive training possible. A chemist or explosive engineer with a minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in their field, and at least five years of verifiable experience synthesizing and handling HME, must be present on-site for the HME practical portion of the training.

10.1.2. (U) There shall be a minimum of two on-site instructors who are graduates of the

U.S Naval School Explosive Ordnance Disposal. One must hold the Master EOD Technician designation (NEC 5337 or service equivalent) and one must hold at a minimum the Senior EOD Technician designation (NEC 5335 or service equivalent).

10.1.3. (U) The Contractor shall provide, at a minimum, one HME qualified instructor to every three students. An instructor will be considered qualified to teach HME if previously certified as a Senior EOD Technician for the U.S. Military; or has, at a minimum, a Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry or explosive engineering with at least three years of verifiable experience in synthesizing and mixing the homemade explosives that are taught in the course of instruction.

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10.1.4. (U) Additional instructor support must include subject matter experts in counter

IEDs, Impedance to Assault, advanced electronics, x-ray procedures utilizing XTK and hostage rescue/recovery tactics and procedures. The Contractor must ensure enough instructors are available at all times to set up, conduct, monitor, and provide feedback during drills and exercises as well as ensure safety.

10.1.5. (U) Course students will utilize their organic (Navy EOD) Table of Allowance

(TOA) equipment. Any equipment brought to class by the students is the responsibility of the student and is not Government Furnished Equipment. The Contractor shall be familiar with the contents of the TOA, especially the EOD specific items, in order to better inform the development of Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures.

10.1.6. (U) All members of the contractor team, at the prime contractor or subcontractor level, must have a minimum of three years of past performance either training USN EOD SOF forces or as a U.S. Navy SOF EOD operator with some of that time at the E6/LPO level or more senior position.

10.1.7. (U) The Contractor or its subcontractor leading this effort shall have a current ATF Type 20 Manufacturing license.

10.1.8. (U) At least two instructors who are facilitating the explosive range operations shall hold a valid State-issued Blasters license.

10.2. (U) Personnel.

10.2.1. (U) Master Electronic Engineer

10.2.1.1. (U) Minimum Required Education/Certification/Experience

10.2.1.1.1. (U) Bachelor of Science degree (BS) in Electrical Engineering

10.2.1.1.2. (U) 10 years of work experience in the electrical engineering field

10.2.1.2. (U) Chemist Support Subject Matter Expert (SME)

10.2.1.2.1. (U) Minimum Required Education/Certification/Experience

10.2.1.2.1.1. (U) PhD in Organic Chemistry

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10.2.1.2.1.2. (U) Five years of verifiable experience in synthesizing and mixing homemade explosives

10.2.1.3. (U) EOD Master Instructor SME

10.2.1.3.1. (U) Minimum Required Education / Certification / Experience

10.2.1.3.1.1. (U) Master EOC Technician (NEC 5337) designation or service equivalent

10.2.1.3.1.2. (U) Master Training Specialist (MTS) designation or equivalent

10.2.1.3.1.3. (U) Two ISO Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF), ISO Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) and/or ISO Operation Inherent Resolve (OIR)

10.2.1.3.1.4. (CUI) Three years of experience supporting Special Operations Force missions (May be concurrent with JSOC experience)

10.2.1.3.1.5. (CUI) Five years’ experience supporting the Joint

Special Operations Command (JSOC)

10.2.1.3.1.6. (U) Demonstrated expertise in Special Operations

TTP

10.2.1.3.1.7. (U) Demonstrated expertise in Specialized EOD tools/equipment and in-extremis EOD procedural protocol

10.2.1.3.1.8. (U) Demonstrated expertise in Category “A” EOD situations and Advanced Access and Disablement techniques

10.2.1.3.1.9. (U) Demonstrated expertise in CT operations, IED electronics, HME, SSE, Hostage rescue/recovery tactics and procedures

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10.2.1.4. (U) EOD Senior Instructor SME

10.2.1.4.1. (U) Minimum Required Education / Certification /

Experience

10.2.1.4.1.1. (U) Senior EOD Technical (NEC 5335) designation or service equivalent

10.2.1.4.1.2. (U) (U) Two ISO Operation Enduring Freedom

(OEF), ISO Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) and/or

ISO Operation Inherent Resolve (OIR)

10.2.1.4.1.3.

10.2.1.4.1.4. (U) Demonstrated expertise in Special Operations

TTP

10.2.1.4.1.5. (U) Demonstrated expertise in Specialized EOD tools/equipment, and in-extremis EOD procedural protocol

10.2.1.4.1.6. (U) Demonstrated expertise in Category “A” EOD situations and Advanced Access and Disablement techniques

10.2.1.4.1.7. (U) Demonstrated expertise in CT operations, IED electronics, HME, SSE, Hostage rescue/recovery tactics and procedures

11. The technical assistant for this contract is as follows:

11.1.EODGRU TWO SOF Program Manager: EODCS James B. Metzger (757) 917-6834

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12.(U) ACRONYMS:

AETP – Advanced EOD Training Program CAC - Common Access Card

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CE – Combat Exploitation CONUS - Continental United States COR - Contracting Officer Representative CNO – Chief of Naval Operations CSG/ESG – Carrier Strike Groups/Expeditionary Strike Groups DOD - Department of Defense DON - Department of Navy EOD – Explosive Ordnance Disposal FRP - Fleet Response Plan GFE - Government Furnished Equipment GFF - Government Furnished Facilities GFI - Government Furnished Information HME – Home Made Explosives IDS – Intrusion Detection System IED – Improvised Explosive Device KO - Contracting Officer MCM – Mine Countermeasure MSC – Military Sealift Command NECC - Navy Expeditionary Combat Command NSWRONS – Naval Special Warfare Squadrons PCO - Procuring Contracting Officer POP - Period of Performance PWS - Performance Work Statement QASP - Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan SOF – Special Operations Force SME - Subject Matter Expert SSE – Sensitive Site Exploitation TA - Technical Assistant TPOC - Technical Point of Contact VBIED – Vehicle Borne Improvised Explosive Device

13.(U) ENTERPRISE-WISE CONTRACTOR MANPOWER REPORTING

APPLICATION (ECMRA)

The contractor shall report contractor labor hours (including subcontractor labor hours) required for performance of services provided under this contract for the [NAMED COMPONENT] via a secure data collection site. Contracted services excluded from reporting are based on Product Service Codes (PSCs). The excluded PSCs are:

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(1) W, Lease/Rental of Equipment;

(2) X, Lease/Rental of Facilities;

(3) Y, Construction of Structures and Facilities;

(4) D, Automatic Data Processing and Telecommunications, IT and Telecom- Telecommunications Transmission (D304) and Internet (D322) ONLY;

(5) S, Utilities ONLY;

(6) V, Freight and Shipping ONLY.

The contractor is required to completely fill in all required data fields using the following web address https://doncmra.nmci.navy.mil.

Reporting inputs will be for the labor executed during the period of performance during each Government fiscal year (FY), which runs October 1 through September 30. While inputs may be reported any time during the FY, all data shall be reported no later than October 31 of each calendar year. Contractors may direct questions to the help desk, linked at https://doncmra.nmci.navy.mil.

14. (U) Contractor Unclassified Access to Federally Controlled Facilities, Sensitive Information, Information Technology (IT) Systems or Protected Health Information (Jan 2017)

Homeland Security Presidential Directive (HSPD)-12, requires government agencies to develop and implement Federal security standards for Federal employees and contractors. The Deputy Secretary of Defense Directive-Type Memorandum (DTM) 08-006 – “DoD Implementation of Homeland Security Presidential Directive – 12 (HSPD-12)” dated November 26, 2008 (or its subsequent DoD instruction) directs implementation of HSPD-12. This clause is in accordance with HSPD-12 and its implementing directives.

15. (U) APPLICABILITY

This clause applies to contractor employees requiring physical access to any area of a federally controlled base, facility or activity and/or requiring access to a DoN or DoD computer/network/system to perform certain unclassified sensitive duties. This clause also applies

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to contractor employees who access Privacy Act and Protected Health Information, provide support associated with fiduciary duties, or perform duties that have been identified by DON as National Security Position, as advised by the command security manager. It is the responsibility of the responsible security officer of the command/facility where the work is performed to ensure compliance.

Each contractor employee providing services at a Navy Command under this contract is required to obtain a Department of Defense Common Access Card (DoD CAC). Additionally, depending on the level of computer/network access, the contract employee will require a successful investigation as detailed below.

16. (U) ACCESS TO FEDERAL FACILITIES

Per HSPD-12 and implementing guidance, all contractor employees working at a federally controlled base, facility or activity under this clause will require a DoD CAC. When access to a base, facility or activity is required contractor employees shall in-process with the Navy Command’s Security Manager upon arrival to the Command and shall out-process prior to their departure at the completion of the individual’s performance under the contract.

17. (U) ACCESS TO DOD IT SYSTEMS

In accordance with SECNAV M-5510.30, contractor employees who require access to DoN or DoD networks are categorized as IT-I, IT-II, or IT-III. The IT-II level, defined in detail in SECNAV M-5510.30, includes positions which require access to information protected under the Privacy Act, to include Protected Health Information (PHI). All contractor employees under this contract who require access to Privacy Act protected information are therefore categorized no lower than IT-II. IT Levels are determined by the requiring activity’s Command Information Assurance Manager.

Contractor employees requiring privileged or IT-I level access, (when specified by the terms of the contract) require a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) or T5 or T5R equivalent investigation, which is a higher level investigation than the National Agency Check with Law and Credit (NACLC) described below. Due to the privileged system access, an investigation suitable for High Risk national security positions is required. Individuals who have access to system control, monitoring, or administration functions (e.g. system administrator, database administrator) require training and certification to Information Assurance Technical Level 1, and must be trained and certified on the Operating System or Computing Environment they are required to maintain.

Access to sensitive IT systems is contingent upon a favorably adjudicated background investigation. When access to IT systems is required for performance of the contractor employee’s

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duties, such employees shall in-process with the Navy Command’s Security Manager and Information Assurance Manager upon arrival to the Navy command and shall out-process prior to their departure at the completion of the individual’s performance under the contract. Completion and approval of a System Authorization Access Request Navy (SAAR-N) form is required for all individuals accessing Navy Information Technology resources. The decision to authorize access to a government IT system/network is inherently governmental. The contractor supervisor is not authorized to sign the SAAR-N; therefore, the government employee with knowledge of the system/network access required or the COR shall sign the SAAR-N as the “supervisor.”

The SAAR-N shall be forwarded to the Command’s Security Manager at least 30 days prior to the individual’s start date. Failure to provide the required documentation at least 30 days prior to the individual’s start date may result in delaying the individual’s start date.

When required to maintain access to required IT systems or networks, the contractor shall ensure that all employees requiring access complete annual Information Assurance (IA) training, and maintain a current requisite background investigation. The Contractor’s Security Representative shall contact the Command Security Manager for guidance when reinvestigations are required.

19. (U) INTERIM ACCESS

The Command's Security Manager may authorize issuance of a DoD CAC and interim access to a DoN or DoD unclassified computer/network upon a favorable review of the investigative questionnaire and advance favorable fingerprint results. When the results of the investigation are received and a favorable determination is not made, the contractor employee working on the contract under interim access will be denied access to the computer network and this denial will not relieve the contractor of his/her responsibility to perform.

20. (U) DENIAL OR TERMINATION OF ACCESS

The potential consequences of any requirement under this clause including denial or termination of physical or system access in no way relieves the contractor from the requirement to execute performance under the contract within the timeframes specified in the contract. Contractors shall plan ahead in processing their employees and subcontractor employees. The contractor shall insert this clause in all subcontracts when the subcontractor is permitted to have unclassified access to a federally controlled facility, federally-controlled information system/network and/or to government information, meaning information not authorized for public release.

21. (U) CONTRACTOR’S SECURITY REPRESENTATIVE

The contractor shall designate an employee to serve as…