Draft PWS.pdf

DISTRIBUTION: DoW COMMUNITY ONLY

Performance of Work Statement

Mission Rehearsal Exercise

1. General. This Performance of Work Statement (PWS) is a non-personal services contract which defines the Contractor requirements in support of the Supporting Battalion and the Supporting Company's Mission Rehearsal Exercise (MRX). The Government shall not exercise any supervision or control over the contract service providers performing the services herein.

Such contract service providers shall be accountable solely to the Contractor who, in turn is responsible to the Government.

1.1. Description of Services. The Contractor shall provide all personnel, labor, equipment, supplies, tools, materials, supervision, transportation, facilities, and other non-personal services necessary to perform the specialized training support requirements defined in this PWS. The Contractor shall perform to the standards of this contract. The Contractor must ensure their work efforts fully support the mission, objectives, and end states of the MRX.

1.2. Background. the Supporting Company deploys multiple Specialized Intelligence Detachments (SIDs) within the Indo-Pacific Command (INDOPACOM) area of responsibility (AOR) to conduct intelligence operations in support of the Supported Force requirements. To accomplish their mission, the Supporting Battalion must train these SIDs to the standards laid out in the applicable Service Training and Readiness Manuals. Due to the nature of Specialized Intelligence operations, these standards are best trained and evaluated in a Realistic Military Training (RMT) MRX that replicates aspects of the INDOPACOM AOR.

1.2.1. MRX Overview. The MRX produces SIDs capable of conducting the full spectrum of Specialized Intelligence operations within permissive and semi-permissive CI threat environments during competition and crisis. The training audience for the MRX will be approximately sixteen

(16) participants. The exercise emphasizes sensitive HUMINT collection operations in support of overarching operational goals by a simulated higher echelon and integrates with a co-operating Reconnaissance unit's exercise to provide mutual support towards desired training outcomes. The exercise begins with an academic’s block of instruction on Government-designated facilities (OCONUS) from 15 – 28 July 2026 in which participants are trained on foundational Specialized Intelligence skills as well as advanced operational tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).

Participants also integrate into portions of the Reconnaissance Battalion's exercise academic’s phase to generate multi-discipline TTPs and awareness. MRX culminates in a seventeen (17) day scenario driven RMT from 28 July to 15 August 2026 that simulates a permissive to semi-permissive AOR for SIDs to conduct simulated intelligence collection operations. the Supporting Battalion conducts the RMT for MRX at the same time as the Reconnaissance Battalion's exercise in San Diego to simulate interoperability in a shared scenario context. While complimentary, both MRXs are currently run independently of one another and do not require integration for execution.

1.2.2. Realistic Mission Training Description. The RMT portion of the MRX is conducted in San Diego County, California. Units of action from the Supporting Company are tested and validated in their ability to: conduct clandestine human intelligence collection operations in a semi-permissive environment, conduct advanced counterintelligence tasks, conduct advanced digital and biometric forensic exploitation and analysis, and conduct digital and physical force protection activities to match the simulated threat environment. This is accomplished through RMT, highly detailed and developed exercise scenario(s), and specialized red cell and role player integration that, collectively, immerses the students into an exercise setting which replicates an ambiguous, dynamic, and politically sensitive operational environment.

2. Scope of Work. During the period of 28 July to 14 August 2026, the Contractor shall provide a highly specialized red cell surveillance team, subject matter expert (SME) support, and realistic military training (RMT) exercise support services for the MRX.

2.1. Uniqueness of Requirement. The services required are unique and specialized. The Government requires the Contractor to possess an expert-level understanding of the specific Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) taught in the cooperating Reconnaissance Battalion's Advanced Reconnaissance & Surveillance (R&S) "Buzzard" Program of Instruction (POI). This intimate knowledge is critical to provide a realistic and relevant opposing force and an accurate evaluation of the training audience, ensuring interoperability and shared TTPs between the Supporting Battalion and the cooperating Reconnaissance Battalion in both the training and deployed environments.

2.2. Services. The Contractor's services shall include, but are not limited to:

2.2.1. A red cell team capable of conducting continuous physical and technical surveillance. This includes exploiting contractor-provided devices issued to training participants to simulate a modern technical threat. Devices provided shall be or simulate a traditional government issued cellular phone and will be authorized for remote access, physical access, and simulated network interception.

2.2.2. Providing direct feedback and detailed analysis to the Exercise Control (EXCON) group on the training unit’s digital and physical signatures. This analysis must be evaluated specifically against the benchmarks and standards of the "Buzzard" POI.

2.2.3. The recruitment, management, and supervision of all surveillance role players.

2.2.4. The acquisition and management of non-standard lodging (e.g. “Airbnb,” temporary housing) that meets the exercise's operational and security requirements for all training participants. Due to the sensitive nature of the training being conducted, traditional lodging under the Joint Travel Regulation is not suitable. During the conduct of the MRX all lodging will be considered training areas. Exercise participants will conduct specific events within these areas and be subjected to specific training evolutions not appropriate for conduct in uncontrolled, traditional lodging options.

2.2.5. Providing personnel to support EXCON functions, including individual and team evaluations based on the aforementioned "Buzzard" POI criteria.

2.2.6. Participation in all planning conferences and EXCON coordination meetings to facilitate RMT service requirements.

2.3. Government Property. All items and/or deliverables generated by the Contractor under this PWS, and all associated intellectual property, in whatever form, created, generated, or produced under this PWS shall become the property of the U.S. Government in accordance with DFARS 252.227-7989.

3. Specific Services and Support. The Contractor shall provide the following services and support.

3.1. Personnel Requirements. The Contractor shall provide all personnel necessary to meet the requirements of this PWS. These personnel are essential for the successful execution of the exercise.

3.1.1. Red Cell Surveillance Team. The Contractor shall provide a dedicated Red Cell Surveillance Team. This team must be comprised of SMEs with documented experience in physical and advanced technical surveillance. The team's primary responsibility is to act as a thinking and adaptive adversary for the training audience. They will be responsible for executing surveillance operations and providing feedback on the training unit's signature management, evaluated against the "Buzzard" POI standards.

3.1.2. Project Manager. The Contractor shall designate a Project Manager and an alternate who will serve as the primary points of contact for all contract matters. The Project Manager shall be responsible for the overall performance of the services required by this PWS and will have full authority to act on behalf of the Contractor.

3.1.3. Lodging Manager. The Contractor shall provide a designated Lodging Manager responsible for the acquisition and management of all participant lodging. This individual will handle all logistics related to sourcing, securing, and maintaining appropriate non-standard housing for the duration of the exercise. The project manager and lodging manager may be the same individual for enhanced continuity.

3.2. Red Cell and Evaluation Support.

3.2.1. Surveillance Operations. The Contractor's Red Cell shall conduct simulated surveillance operations against the training audience. This includes physical surveillance (e.g., static, mobile, foot) and technical surveillance, utilizing devices provided to the training participants to replicate a modern threat environment. EXCON will provide contractor with signed copies of all participant Consent to Monitor forms to ensure compliance with applicable laws and directives.

3.2.2. Signature Feedback. The Red Cell will provide continuous, near real-time feedback to the EXCON. This feedback will consist of detailed reports, photographic evidence, and analysis of the training participants' digital and physical signatures, with a specific assessment of their adherence to the "Buzzard" POI TTPs.

3.2.3. Exercise Control (EXCON) Support. Contractor personnel shall integrate into the EXCON to assist with exercise command and control, facilitate scenario events, and provide SME input for dynamic red cell scripting and adjudication. They will also lead the evaluation of the training audience's performance.

3.3. Lodging Acquisition and Management.

3.3.1. Acquisition. The Contractor shall identify, vet, and secure non-standard lodging facilities (e.g., Airbnb, VRBO, corporate housing, commercial apartments) that meet the specific operational and security requirements of the training audience.

3.3.1.1. Capacity and Location: Lodging must be sourced to support two distinct teams of approximately seven to eight (7-8) individuals each. One team's lodging shall be located in the northern portion of San Diego County, and the other in the southern portion.

3.3.1.2. Team Integrity: Each location must be suitable for mission planning and support operational security (OPSEC). If a single property cannot accommodate a full team, that team may be split into two sub-detachments. However, the lodging for these sub-detachments must not be more than ten (10) driving miles apart to maintain team integrity and facilitate command and control.

3.3.1.3. Security and Privacy: All secured lodging shall be for the exclusive use of the training participants, with no other occupants, tenants, or live-in property managers present for the duration of the contract. The properties must be located in areas deemed reasonably secure, characterized by factors such as lower relative crime rates and discreet locations.

3.3.2. Management. The Contractor shall manage all logistical aspects of the lodging for the period of performance, including but not limited to, all booking and payment responsibilities, check-in/check-out procedures, managing maintenance or utility issues, and serving as the sole liaison between the property owners/management and the U.S. Government.

4. Contractor Qualifications and Experience. The Contractor shall provide personnel meeting the required qualifications listed below.

4.1. Organizational Experience. The Contractor, as an organization, must have documented experience providing red cell surveillance teams and exercise support for advanced military intelligence and reconnaissance training. Crucially, the Contractor must demonstrate comprehensive, in-depth knowledge of the cooperating Reconnaissance Battalion's "Buzzard" POI, as this forms the evaluative basis for the exercise and operational integration.

4.2. Project Manager. The individual designated as the Project Manager shall possess the following minimum qualifications:

4.2.1. Must be a former Special Operations Forces (SOF) operator, Specialized Intelligence SOF Enabler or Reconnaissance Operator, with a minimum of ten (10) years of honorable service.

4.2.2. Must have experience planning and executing RMT exercises for company-level or higher military units.

4.2.3. Must possess an active DOD SECRET Security Clearance.

4.3. Red Cell Surveillance Team Members. The individuals on the Red Cell team shall possess the following minimum qualifications:

4.3.1. Must have a minimum of five (5) years of documented, operational experience in physical and technical surveillance, specifically within a military, intelligence, or federal law enforcement context.

4.3.2. Must possess demonstrated knowledge of the TTPs, methodologies, and operational concepts of the "Buzzard" POI.

4.3.3. Must have experience acting as a red cell or opposing force for military training exercises.

4.3.4. Must possess an active DOD SECRET Security Clearance.

4.4. Lodging Manager. The individual designated as the Lodging Manager must have documented experience in logistics, planning, and management, including the sourcing and management of resources or facilities in a civilian environment.

5. Period of Performance. The period of performance shall commence upon award of the contract. All contractor planning activities shall take place after the date of award.

5.1. Post-Award / Final Planning Conference. A single, comprehensive planning conference will be held within five (5) business days of contract award via virtual teleconference or in person aboard Government-designated facilities (OCONUS). This conference will serve to finalize all logistics, lodging, and coordination efforts. The projected timeframe for this conference is the week of 20- 24 July 2026.

5.2. Exercise Execution. The contractor shall provide all services outlined in this PWS from 28 July – 14 August 2026.

5.3. Post-Exercise After-Action Report Conference. One day during the week of 25-29 August 2026 via virtual teleconference or in person aboard Government-designated facilities (OCONUS).

6. Place of Performance. The Contractor shall conduct services in San Diego County, California.

Specific locations for lodging and training activities will be determined during the planning process and coordinated between the Contractor and the Government. The Contractor shall be required to operate throughout the county, from the northern to the southern regions, as required by the exercise.

7. Deliverables. The Contractor shall provide the following deliverables:

7.1. Proposed Lodging Plan. A plan containing proposed lodging options that meet the criteria in Section 3.3.1 shall be delivered at the Post-Award / Final Planning Conference.

7.2. After-Action Report (AAR). A comprehensive AAR detailing the performance of the training audience against the specified "Buzzard" POI TTPs, including all feedback, photographic evidence, and analysis gathered by the Red Cell, shall be submitted in electronic format no later than seven (7) days after the conclusion of the exercise.

8. Applicable Documents / Governing References. In addition, requirements of regulations and policies applicable to this contract / order by virtue of clauses contained herein, the contractor shall, in the performance of this contract / order, also comply with all references applicable to the specific tasks of this Performance Work Statement, as listed below, including any amendments or subsequent issuance. The Contractor shall use the below references as a guide to the extent necessary to accomplish the tasks as stated in this PWS. The most recent revision of the references shall be used unless otherwise specified. If during the execution of the contract the government uncovers the need for additional references or changes to cited references, the government will provide these to the contractor.

8.1. DoD Directive 5148.13 Intelligence Oversight

8.2. DoD Manual 5240.01 Procedures Governing the Conduct of DoD Intelligence Activities

8.3. DoDI 1322.28 Realistic Military Training (RMT) Off Federal Real Property

9. Performance Requirement Summary

| Task | Performance Objective | PWS Reference | Performance Standard | Acceptable Quality Level | Surveillance Method | | Red Cell Surveillance & Evaluation | The Contractor shall provide a thinking and adaptive red cell team to surveil and evaluate the training audience against the "Buzzard" POI standards. | 3.2, 4.3, 7.3 | Red Cell provides persistent, near real-time feedback to EXCON. The AAR deliverable is comprehensive, accurate, and submitted on time. | 95% of feedback is timely and relevant to EXCON. AAR submitted by the deadline. Zero safety violations. | Government observation (COR); review of After-Action Report; feedback from EXCON. | | Lodging Acquisition and Management | The Contractor shall acquire and manage all non-standard lodging in accordance with all requirements specified in this PWS. | 3.3, 7.2 | Lodging locations meet all specified capacity, location, and security requirements. All logistics (payments, maintenance) are handled by the contractor without government intervention. | 100% compliance with lodging specifications in PWS Section 3.3.1. No more than one valid participant complaint regarding lodging issues not being addressed promptly. | COR review of Lodging Plan; random inspection of lodging by EXCON; feedback from training participants. | | Project Management | The Contractor shall provide a qualified Project Manager to ensure all contract requirements are met and serve as the primary point of contact. | 4.2 | The Project Manager attends all required conferences and ensures all deliverables are submitted on time and meet PWS requirements. | 100% attendance at all required planning conferences. 100% of deliverables submitted by the stated deadline. | COR observation and communication; review of deliverables. |

### 10. Special Instructions and Administrative Information

10.1 Non-Personal Services. This is a non-personal services, performance-based contract. The contractor bears responsibility to manage its employees and guard against any actions that could be characterized as personal services as defined in FAR 37.201.2 or which convey the perception that personal services are being delivered. No provisions are implied nor provided in this contract for any benefits such as medical care, retirement, or worker’s compensation, other than those incorporated through enumerated clauses.

10.2 Identification of Contractor Personnel and Equipment. In accordance with DFARS 211.270, contractor personnel performing non-personal services on DoD installations or other government facilities shall ensure that they are readily identifiable as contractor employees (including subcontractors and consultants). All contractor employees shall comply with the following at all times:

10.2.1 Telephone Identification. Identify themselves as contractor personnel at the onset of every telephone call made from a Government telephone or any other phone if the call is made in support of Government-related requirements and activities.

10.2.2 Recorded Messages. Identify themselves as contractor personnel in all recorded messages including those, which are heard by callers attempting to contact contractor employees via answering machines or voicemail.

10.2.3 Meetings, Conferences and Events. Identify themselves as contractor personnel at the onset of every meeting, conference or any other gathering attended in support of any Government related requirements or activities.

10.2.4 Correspondence. Identify themselves as contractor personnel on any correspondence, documents, or reports accomplished or sent in support of any service provision to the Government, including, but not limited to, correspondence sent via the U.S. Mail, facsimile, or electronic mail (email) inclusive of out-of-office replies.

10.2.5 Personal and Corporate Identification. Wear or display contractor provided nametags, badges or attire which display, at a minimum, the name of the contractor and their respective company.

10.3 Subcontract Management. The contractor shall be responsible for any subcontract management necessary to integrate work performed on this requirement and shall be responsible and accountable for subcontractor performance on this requirement. The prime contractor will manage work distribution to ensure there are no Organizational Conflict of Interest (OCI) considerations. Contractors may add subcontractors to their team after notification to the Procuring Contracting Officer (PCO) or Contracting Officer Representative (COR). Cross teaming may or may not be permitted.

10.4 Mission Essential Personnel / Tasks. Unless specified otherwise in this Performance Work Statement, contractors supporting this contract / order are not considered “Mission Essential” personnel (as defined in DFARS 237.76) who would be required during crisis or emergency operations.

10.5 Privacy Act. Pursuant to FAR clause 52.224-3, as incorporated, DoD requires agency-specific Privacy Act training as prescribed in DODM 5400.11-R. DODM 5400.11-R also prescribes required actions regarding information and privacy, which are applicable to the contractor and its personnel performing under this contract/order. The regulation may subject the contractor and/or contractor's personnel to criminal liability under Title 18, Section 793 and 7908 of the United States Code.

10.6 Travel. Travel costs are NOT reimbursable unless specifically provided for in this order/contract through an enumerated firm-fixed price Contract Line-Item Number (CLIN) entitled travel.

End Performance Work Statement