9001-0019.DOC

HQ AFSPC

CONTRACT INFORMATION

Technical analysis, consulting, and engineering support services in support of Headquarters Air Force Space Command (HQ AFSPC) Satellite Communications (SATCOM) Systems Branch (A6MZ) functions.

745 Space Center Dr

Colorado Springs, CO 80915

(Base + 2 Opt Yrs )

STATEMENT OF WORK

AFSPC MILSATCOM SSE SUPPORT

FOR

SATCOM SYSTEMS BRANCH, HQ AFSPC/A6MZ

8 Aug 06 9001-0019

1.0 DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES: Contractor services are required to provide essential technical analysis, consulting, and engineering support services in support of Headquarters Air Force Space Command (HQ AFSPC) Satellite Communications (SATCOM) Systems Branch (A6MZ) functions. This effort will support management responsibilities assigned to AFSPC as SATCOM System Expert (SSE) for legacy and future protected Military SATCOM (MILSATCOM) systems.

1.1 ORGANIZATION BEING SUPPORTED:

HQ AFSPC/A6MZ

150 Vandenberg St, Ste 1105

Peterson AFB CO 80914

1.1.1 Mission: HQ AFSPC/A6MZ, the SATCOM Systems Branch, functions as the SSE for systems assigned by US Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) in its role as the SATCOM Operational Manager (SOM) in accordance with the Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Instruction (CJCSI) 6250.01, Satellite Communications. HQ AFSPC/A6MZ mission responsibilities include the following:

1.1.1.1 SSE for assigned MILSATCOM systems

1.1.1.2 Support to the SOM in accordance with CJCSI 6250.01 and USSTRATCOM Strategic Command Directive 714-2, SATCOM System Experts Responsibilities; and execution of SOM delegated tasks.

1.1.1.3 Establish management structures that will enable seamless integration between system segments and resolve operational issues.

1.1.1.4 Provision operational, policy and technical support to refine SATCOM system requirements; design systems; and plan communications operations for existing and emerging commercial and advanced military satellite communication systems.

1.1.1.5 Participate in mission area planning to address SATCOM system issues.

1.1.1.6 Primary office tasked with focusing SATCOM systems to ensure integration into the Global Information Grid (GIG).

1.1.1.7 The SOM and SSE’s are directed by Joint Staff to develop concepts and implement policies to optimize satellite resource availability to the Unified Combatant Commands (UCCs) and other users.

1.2 OVERVIEW OF SERVICES REQUIRED:

1.2.1 The contractor shall provide non-personal services to support the A6MZ mission area with technical expertise, policy development, and management support. The functions include interfacing with the MILSATCOM program development and user community to adequately understand requirements, providing system analysis to evaluate the interoperability of the US MILSATCOM systems with each user, and evaluating the interoperability between systems.

1.2.2 The contractor shall provide MILSATCOM network operation and configuration expertise to support the execution and establishment of MILSATCOM systems integration, and policy and control procedures supporting customers in Department of Defense (DoD) and non-DoD agencies, Joint Staff, UCCs, and Services along with future International Partners. A broad range of system knowledge and terminal specific information will be required to advise and recommend actions to support coalition interoperability development.

1.2.3 The Contractor must have a knowledge of strategic and tactical missions employing Extremely High Frequency (EHF) communications and knowledge of Milstar and Advanced Exteremely High Frequency (AEHF) system capabilities. Additionally, experience in current Global Information Grid (GIG) capabilities and Command and Control (C2), and Transformational Internet Protocol (IP) systems is needed

1.3 SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:

1.3.1 Requirement 1. AFSPC MILSATCOM Responsibilities Plan

1.3.1.1 The contractor shall assist in developing the AFSPC MILSATCOM Responsibilities Plan that defines policy as well as tactics, techniques and procedures the command uses to provide Space Effects to the Warfighter. The purpose of this plan is to describe the operational concept for use, define operational capabilities, identify issues concerning the use of future wideband IP based communications, and to convey a clear understanding of how UCCs will use and control the systems. The plan details a year by year approximation of personnel, facilities, and equipment necessary for AFSPC to fulfill its MILSATCOM missions in the future. The Responsibilities Plan is also used to shape A6 inputs for programmatic and budget decisions necessary to successfully integrate existing and follow-on MILSATCOM systems. The contractor shall provide annual updates to the AFSPC MILSATCOM Responsibilities Plan.

1.3.1.1.1 In addition, the Responsibilities Plan will identify system policies and procedures for MILSATCOM communications resource management and user resource employment, as required by Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Instruction (CJCSI) 6250.01B, “Satellite Communications” and the USSTRATCOM directives.

1.3.1.1.2 Contractor support shall include evaluating current documents for revision and writing new documents when appropriate, attending scheduled meetings, and providing relevant and insightful expertise in developing transformational communications.

1.3.1.2 Deliverable(s).

1.3.1.2.1 Technical Reports. Government estimates 6 technical reports will be required, as described in para 1.3.1.1 and 1.3.1.1.2. (CDRL 0036)

1.3 1.2.2 Meeting Minutes. Government estimates 10 meetings required for this task to support work described in para 1.3.1.1 and 1.3.1.1.2, including: two trips to Los Angeles, CA and two trips to Washington, DC and two to Omaha, NE, each 2-3 days. (CDRL 0005)

1.3.1.2.3 Briefings. Government estimates 6 briefings will be required for technical support of work described in para 1.3.1.1 and 1.3.1.1.2. (CDRL 0008)

ADDITIONAL DELIVERABLES

1.3.2 Monthly Status Report. The contractor shall provide a monthly status report. (CDRL 0030)

2.0 SERVICE DELIVERY SUMMARY.

Deliverables are completed in an accurate and timely manner.

(2). No more than two (2) sets of corrections/edits are required on any one document;

(3). All corrections are accomplished within two (2) working days.

Contractor successfully meets requirements of Task Order.

3.0 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY AND SERVICES:

3.1 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY (GFP).

3.1.1 HARDWARE: None

3.1.2 SOFTWARE: None

3.2

GOVERNMENT FURNISHED RESOURCES.

3.2.1 FACILITIES, SUPPLIES, AND SERVICES: None.

3.2.2 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED INFORMATION:

3.2.3 Documentation. Copies of necessary reference materials will be provided to the contractor. All materials will remain the property of the Government and will be returned to the QAE upon request or at the end of the Task/Delivery Order period of performance.

3.3 MATERIALS AND OTHER DIRECT COSTS (ODCs).

3.3.1 The contractor may need to purchase open market materials (such as binders, Compact Disks, student handouts, etc…) in support of these efforts. All items shall be purchased in a manner that is “most advantageous to the government.”

3.3.2 The QAE shall approve all contractor purchases costing less than $500. Any item exceeding this dollar threshold will require approval of the Contracting Officer prior to purchase.

3.3.3 Any software purchased in support of this task order shall remain property of the government. The Contractor shall be required to provide an inventory of all materials purchased or provided by the Government, which shall be referred to as "Government Furnished Property." The contractor shall provide an itemized listing of the materials purchased. This listing shall be provided at the task order ending period of performance.

4.0 GENERAL INFORMATION.

4.1 SECURITY. Provisions outlined in the basic DD 254 apply to this task order.

4.1.1 Access to Government Property and Facilities: The contractor will be allowed non-escorted access to Government buildings on Peterson AFB and other sites consistent with Task requirements. Access to Government facilities, documents, and systems shall be in accordance with the basic award DD254. Contractor SIPRNET service shall be used at the contractor’s facility at contractor expense. Additional access to the SIPRNET from the A6MZ facility can be arranged through the QAE. The Government will allow access to SIPRNET e-mail and approved SIPRNET Web sites.

4.2 TRAVEL. The following trips are estimated to support this task:

trips # of days/trip

4.2.1 Any travel required to fulfill the tasks in this SOW shall be performed in accordance with FAR 31.205-46. For overseas travel, contractor personnel accompanying government travelers will be included in the Country Clearance Request IAW the Foreign Clearance Guide.

4.2.2 Task performance will require local travel (within 50 miles radius of Peterson AFB) between the contractor’s office, HQ AFSPC/A6MZ, Schreiver AFB, and Cheyenne Mountain AFB. The contractor shall fund all local travel.