3IS_Sect_C_PWS3Apr09v1.docx

FA2550-08-R-8009

Air Force Space Command (AFSPC) Space Innovation and Development Center (SIDC) Schriever AFB, Colorado

Innovation, Integration, and Information Support (3IS)

Performance Work Statement (PWS) Solicitation No. FA2550-08-R-8009

Date: 3 April 2009

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 SECTION A - DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES/GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1 ORGANIZATION(S) BEING SUPPORTED

1.1.1 Space Innovation and Development Center (SIDC) - The SIDC located at Schriever AFB, Colorado, is the centerpiece of Air Force Space Command's (AFSPCs) efforts to fully integrate space into the daily operational Air Force. The center develops new techniques and procedures to apply space-based capabilities to military training, exercises, plans and operations in support of Department of Defense (DoD) front-line warfighters. Key organizations under the SIDC include: Air Force Tactical Exploitation of National Capabilities Division (AF TENCAP); the SIDC Integration Division (SIDC/ID); the SIDC Detachment (Det) 1, Nellis AFB, NV; the 595th Space Group (595 SG), which includes the 17th Test Squadron (17 TS); and the SIDC Plans, Programs, and Requirements Division (SIDC/XR).

1.2 PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

1.2.1 The primary work place for the effort will be the Government designated facilities (bldg 24, 442, 440, T609, 720, and 730) at Schriever AFB CO and GSUs at the following locations:

1.2.1.1 17TS/Det 3, Patrick AFB, FL

1.2.1.2 17TS/Det 3, 576 FLTS, Vandenberg AFB, CA

1.2.1.3 17TS/Det 2, Cheyenne Mountain AFS, CO

1.2.1.4 SIDC/Det 1, Nellis AFB, NV

1.2.1.5 SIDC Advanced Space Operations School, Colorado Springs CO

1.2.2 Travel may be required inside the Continental United States (CONUS) and outside the Continental United States (OCONUS) on a temporary basis to accomplish the mission. All travel will be at the direction of the Government and reimbursed/accounted for as part of the ODC CLIN. Approximately 400 days of OCONUS travel is required.

1.3 MISSION

1.3.1 Air Force Tactical Exploitation of National Capabilities (AF TENCAP) Schriever AFB, Colorado

1.3.1.1 The AF TENCAP improves the planning, development, execution, and transition of projects related to the application of innovative systems, and exploitation of national technical means. AF TENCAP is an Air Force-level sponsored program supporting a broad-based set of AF initiatives. AF TENCAP is an Air Force level acquisition program tasked to increase warfighter awareness of space and National capabilities and to promote cross-domain integration of these systems into military operations and training as well as intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) activities. AF TENCAP exploits existing space, National and global ISR, and non-traditional ISR systems for operational and tactical applications by rapidly prototyping projects and demonstrating resulting capabilities. Capabilities are then transitioned to warfighters and/or National Intelligence Agencies for operational use or to appropriate acquisition organizations for further development. AF TENCAP supports the following mission areas:

1.3.1.2 Special Application/Special Access Support includes programs that interact with one or more Special Access Required and Special Access Program (SAR/SAP) set of classified DoD and Director of National Intelligence (DNI) programs that enhance combat and intelligence capabilities.

1.3.1.3 Command, Control, Computer, Communications, and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) Support includes developments of concepts relating to enhancements to warfighter C4ISR.

1.3.1.4 Kinetic Effects includes weapons system enhancement to the Combat Air Forces (CAF) and Special Operations Forces (SOF).

1.3.1.5 Commercial Integration includes identifying commercial operational and logistics concepts and rapidly measuring potential to advance AF distinctive capabilities, modeling, wargaming, exercises and operational demonstrations.

1.3.1.6 Integrated Space Situational Awareness (ISSA) includes software development for the ISSA Common Operational Picture.

1.3.1.7 AF representative for the NRO MERIT program, sponsoring new projects that enhance tactical warfighting capabilities by leveraging national capabilities.

1.3.2 SIDC Integration Division (SIDC/ID) Schriever AFB, Colorado

1.3.2.1 The SIDC/ID enables spiral development and integration of space capabilities and emerging space applications into national and theater architectures to transform space support to the warfighters. SIDC/ID facilitates the transition of space capabilities, emerging concepts, technologies, and processes into operational environments. SIDC/ID leverages information technology and innovative concepts to enhance an interoperable joint C4ISR architecture and SSA. The SIDC/ID is also responsible for development, operations/planning, and sustainment efforts of demonstrations, tests, special event assessments, and real world contingency operations of innovative space capabilities and space modeling/simulation (M&S) tools and Space Crew Mission Simulators, to enable military personnel to participate in DMO events.

1.3.2.2 The SIDC/ID accomplishes air and space integration by developing innovative space capabilities and merging them into national and theater architectures; planning/executing exercises, demonstrations and experiments; providing Space Situational Awareness (SSA) developing/utilizing advanced space modeling and simulation tools, and handling configuration and administration management support for Distributed Mission Operations to Space (DMO-S). The SIDC/ID supports both Joint and CAF exercises and experiments (approximately 50 events per year).

1.3.2.3 DMO is a Chief of Staff of the Air Force (CSAF) directed readiness initiative to train warfighters as they expect to fight; maintain combat readiness at home or deployed; conduct mission rehearsal in an environment as operationally realistic as necessary; and provide support to operations. DMO integrates live, virtual, and constructive systems to immerse the warfighter in realistic operational environments. The DMO-S Domain is an evolving concept that will link training for space forces by providing inputs for end-user training and exercises. DMO-S will exercise the space operations training continuum beginning with the console operator at an AFSPC field unit and ending with the warfighter in theater. The Distributed Missions Operations Center-Space (DMOC-S) is being developed as the focal point for the integration of space capabilities into Air Force and Joint level exercises, as well as scheduling and execution of DMO-S training exercise and mission rehearsal activity for AFSPC weapon systems. The DMO-S training architecture will provide space systems operators with the capability to train and exercise in a simulated environment. It will resolve the long-term space training deficiencies and integrate performance-based training systems, advanced modeling and simulation capabilities, and most importantly, allow the space operations crews to safely practice for real-world events. Through the DMOC-S the AF will be able to accomplish fully integrated training and mission rehearsal of global awareness and command and control by linking space assets to the warfighter.

1.3.2.4 The SIDC/ID also provides support to USC Title 10, OSD, and other identified wargames (approximately 16 events per year). These integration efforts require support in the following areas: systems integration, mission development and operations support, communication, security, support to Schriever Wargames. The SIDC hosts a series of wargames played periodically (typically every other year, with the first year being the planning year and the second year being the execution year). The purpose of the series is to provide an opportunity to investigate in greater depth the issues and implications of the political-military role and space systems stemming from participation in the larger DoD-wide, Allied, and NRO wargaming activities. In coordination with the Government Wargame Director, the contractor shall design and develop wargame materials including items such as objectives, scenarios, road-to-war, organizational structure and campaign plans. During the planning phases of the Schriever Wargame, several workshops and seminars shall be planned and executed with the goal of developing a baseline structure to support the actual execution of the wargame.

1.3.2.5 The SIDC/ID also provides operational training in support of advanced space operations and integration of space forces within the greater order of battle.

1.3.3 SIDC Detachment 1 (SIDC Det 1), Nellis AFB, Nevada

1.3.3.1 The SIDC Det 1 facilitates coordination, collaboration and communication between the SIDC and the United States Air Force Warfare Center (USAFWC) and provides the USAFWC insight in to advanced training, operational testing and evaluation, and tactics development. In addition, the SIDC Det 1 assists the SIDC in cross-domain integration efforts related to the USAFWC and supports the USAFWC by providing subject matter experts to assist in the development of Air Force Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (AF TTP) efforts related to the USAFWC, planning and execution of USAFWC associated exercises and experiments using Nellis AFB facilities.

1.3.4 595th Space Group (595 SG) Schriever AFB, Colorado

1.3.4.1 The 595 SG develops and tests concepts, equipment, applications and procedures that enable warfighters to fully utilize space-based assets across all domains. The 595 SG explores space techniques and concepts of operation to ensure space superiority for our forces and conducts operations testing for AFSPC weapons systems. The 595 SG evaluates threats to space operations in order to produce tailored intelligence products to SIDC senior leadership. Considerations of these threats transcend the traditional battle ideology of tactical through strategic levels. Serves as the primary conduit between the SIDC, MAJCOM, AF, service and national-level intelligence entities. Has the primary responsibility for integrating national intelligence assets into SIDC missions. Any SIDC requirement for interaction with national or subordinate intelligence agencies shall be coordinated through the 595 SG. Is the clearinghouse for all intelligence related activity being conducted at the SIDC. Provides intelligence support to unit intelligence personnel assigned to the SIDC vis-à-vis intelligence augmentation support, centralized requirements management, systems support, staff assistance visits, recurring training, and mentorship/guidance through the Senior Intelligence Officer function. This support is provided through the 17th Test Squadron (17TS), 595 Operational Support Squadron (595 OSS), Space Test Integration Office (STIO), 576th Flight Test Squadron (576 FLTS), and the 25th Space Range Squadron (25 SRS).

1.3.5 17th Test Squadron (17 TS) Schriever AFB, Colorado

1.3.5.1 The 17 TS, Schriever AFB; Det 2, Cheyenne Mountain AFS CO; Det 3, Patrick AFB FL/Vandenberg AFB; and the 14th Test Squadron (14 TS), perform all aspects of test screening, test planning, test execution, and test reporting. The 17 TS conducts Force Development Evaluations (FDE), operational utility evaluations, operational assessments, command-directed testing, and tactics and concepts validation of space forces in support of HQ AFSPC.

1.3.6 Space Test Integration Office (STIO) Schriever AFB, Colorado

1.3.6.1 The STIO manages the integration of operational and developmental testing into the acquisition life-cycle of space and missile forces and serves as the primary interface between HQ AFSPC, the Space and Missile Center (SMC), Electronic Systems Command (ESC), Air Force Operational Test and Evaluation Center (AFOTEC), and USAFWC for operational test maters. The STIO also coordinates with all agencies to determine proper operational testing involvement and responsibilities based on such factors as the programs’ acquisition category and the extent of the mission capabilities delivered.

1.3.7 SIDC Plans, Programs, and Requirements Division (SIDC/XR) Schriever AFB, Colorado

1.3.7.1 The mission of the SIDC/XR is to provide support to the SIDC and advanced training throughout the National Security Space community. The SIDC/XR is comprised of the Advanced Space Operations School (ASOPS), Communications Division (XRS), Mission Support Branch (XRM), Finance and Contract Branch (XRC), and Plan Programs and Requirements Branch (XRP) and manages all SIDC infrastructure and resource management functions to include C4I architecture, ADPE certification and accreditation, budget, manpower, personnel, deployments, training, facility management, contracting and logistics. The key focus within SIDC/XR on this contract will be in the Communication Division (SIDC/XRS) and the Advanced Space Operation School (ASOPS). The SIDC/XRS, in support of the numerous and diverse classified and unclassified systems, networks, exercises and developmental missions within the SIDC, provides systems and network administration, engineering, and maintenance; support software administration, engineering, and maintenance; support Hardware-Operating Systems-Peripheral (HOSP) administration, and maintenance; and support to include operation and maintenance of video telecommunication suites and Audio/Visual (A/V) Services to all divisions and personnel within the SIDC.

1.3.7.2 Within these major functional areas, support includes requirements analysis and/or technical solutions development, database and web support, Automatic Data Processing Equipment (ADPE) configuration management, hardware and software maintenance support, certification and accreditation support, system security, Information Assurance Officer (IAO), Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) oversight, Notice To Airmen (NOTAM), Information Assurance Vulnerability Assessment (IAVA) monitoring, implementation and reporting as well as developing and documenting repeatable processes and procedures to accomplish the mission of the Systems Management Branch.

1.3.7.3 This activity also includes integrating existing and developing communications technology for both administrative and special test facilities. Proper planning and programming initiatives are essential to developing integrated support concepts.

1.3.7.4 The key focus within SIDC/ASOPS on this contract will be to present operationally focused advanced training courses in response to HQ AFSPC requirements.

1.4 DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES/SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

1.4.1 Security Requirements

1.4.1.1 The contractor shall require access to Secret collateral, Top Secret-Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS-SCI) and other special category data during the performance of various tasks in support of the SIDC’s mission. At a minimum, ninety percent (90%) of contractor employees are required to obtain and maintain TS-SCI clearances.

1.4.1.2 The contractor shall obtain and maintain the security requirements necessary to propose for this contract. Duties include all integrated security disciplines; personnel, physical, industrial and information system security disciplines. The contractor shall coordinate daily visitor lists and requests for meetings and conferences to be held within the facility; process Program Access Requests (PARs); provide on-site support to meetings and conferences; process SCI fax materials; support courier related duties such as wrapping, receipting, destroying, and distributing classified materials; and provide support in maintaining classified databases and SCIF operations. In addition, the contractor shall perform escort duties for non-cleared individuals requiring access to secure areas. General administrative duties shall be performed to include taking inventories of equipment and other administrative tasks. The contractor shall provide support in conducting inspections for program compliance with customer requirements; present administrative briefings to conferences and meetings when required; properly secure SCIFs; and comply with all security related processes, to include Communications Security (COMSEC), Operations Security (OPSEC), Information Security (INFOSEC) duties.

1.4.1.3 The contractor shall be compliant with the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR) with respect to release of information.

1.4.4.4 The contractor shall implement an Industrial Security Program in support of the entire 3IS Contract that shall include their subcontractors in accordance with established DoD Policy and Procedures.

1.4.1.5 The contractor shall complete and comply with the long term Visitor Group Security Agreement (VGSA) upon contract award.

1.4.1.6 The Government will provide initial and follow-up security procedures training to contractor personnel who work in controlled and restricted areas.

1.4.2 Program Management and General Information

1.4.2.1 The contractor shall perform program management by providing and orchestrating resources, financial management, administering contract actions, monitoring performance, making recommendations for improvement, supporting meetings, and preparing deliverables (CDRL A001 – Contractor’s Progress, Status, and Management Report, CDRL A003 - Cost Performance Report, CDRL A004 – Contract Funds Status Report, CDRL A005 – Management Plan).

1.4.2.2 Task Coordination

1.4.2.2.1 The contractor shall provide technical integration and resource management for tasks to include cross-task and reach-back integration for additional technical services, system engineering, and analysis and evaluation of initiatives. Management of the contractor’s support resources, including travel and Other Direct Costs (ODC); interface with the CPM to verify availability of funding prior to travel and support the primary task support personnel with equipment procurement issues; and keep the Quality Assurance Personnel (QAP) informed of resource issues that may affect the performance of the task and recommend courses of action to mitigate problems.

1.4.2.2.2 Interface between the Government and management staff to expedite changes and modifications, to include realignment of funds, level of effort adjustments, and addition of in-scope effort.

1.4.2.2.3 Program, develop, maintain, and deliver a database of all lessons learned. The database shall include all lessons gathered from project officers during the course of project execution and close-out.

Contract Transition - The contractor shall transition into and out of this contract without degradation of service to the SIDC. (CDRL A008 – Transition).

1.4.2.3.1 Phase-In - The contractor shall meet with the 3IS PM and the Government Phase-In Team not later than three (3) days after contract award. The contractor shall develop and implement a Phase-In Plan IAW CDRL A008.

The Phase-In Plan shall address at a minimum all issues identified in the incumbent contractor’s Phase-Out Plan.

1.4.2.3.2 Phase-Out - The contractor shall develop and implement a Phase-Out Plan. The Phase-Out Plan shall address at a minimum all area, issues, concerns required for a smooth transition. A Phase-Out Plan shall be prepared and submitted 90 days after requested by the CO.

1.4.2.3.3 Status Briefings and Readiness - The contractor shall provide weekly briefings on Phase-In status to the Government PM and the Phase-In team, discussing problems encountered in accomplishing the Phase-In, categorized as minor, major, or showstoppers; progress-to-date with schedule updates to reflect the actual progress; any variances from efforts contained in the Phase-In Plan; any work-around plans being implemented to resolve problems, and any support needed from the Government for the phase-in.

1.4.3 Air Force Tactical Exploitation of National Capabilities (AF TENCAP)

1.4.3.1 Technical Knowledge - The contractor shall possess current knowledge, understanding, and experience in the following areas: Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), Communications Intelligence (COMINT), Electronic Intelligence (ELINT), Imagery Intelligence (IMINT), Measures and Signatures Intelligence (MASINT), Special Operations capabilities, national system communities and assets, AF kinetic weapons deployed on fighter aircraft, Tactical Data Processors (TDPs), and operational displays specifically as they relate to Combined Air Operations Centers (CAOC). Contractor personnel shall possess current knowledge and understanding of platforms operated and maintained by the National Intelligence Community (NSA, NRO, NGA, DIA) including other DNI partners. Personnel should possess in-depth knowledge and experience in mission ground station operations and working knowledge of NSAs Support to Military Operations (SMO) activities. In support of this effort the contractor shall:

1.4.3.1.1 Enable development and integration of national capabilities into operational and/or tactical environments to support the warfighter. Specifically, the contractor shall leverage new technologies and innovative concepts to enhance national capabilities and US, joint fighter, bomber, attack aircraft and munitions capabilities, and facilitate the transition of these capabilities, innovative concepts, technologies, and processes to the warfighter.

1.4.3.1.2 Provide support in developing systems to exploit commercial off the shelf (COTS), Government off the shelf (GOTS), and emerging technologies to improve AF capabilities.

1.4.3.2 Project Management Support - The contractor shall support AF TENCAP programs in planning, developing and executing approximately 50 projects annually identified as SCI and SAR at any given time, administered under the enhanced security guidelines/procedures authorized by DoD 5200.1-R, Information Security Program and AFI 31-501 Personnel Security Program Management. The projects can be in any life cycle stage (initiation, planning, executing, monitor & controlling or closeout). Support for additional projects (approximately 5 annually) may be required as requirements and funds are identified. As part of these duties the contractor shall:

1.4.3.2.1 Project Initiation - Provide analysis of shortfalls, requirements and concepts and propose solutions to enhance effects to national and tactical systems. The contractor shall support these efforts by their technical understanding of systems associated with paragraph 1.4.4 and associated subparagraphs. The contractor shall provide support by performing research on potential shortfalls of multiple systems associated with paragraph 1.4.4, associated subparagraphs and support AF TENCAP in identifying and evaluating current technologies for potential application against validated shortfalls/requirements. The contractor shall also provide support in maintaining a Government provided database of all Broad Agency Announcements (BAA) and other solicited and unsolicited concepts submitted for consideration. The BAA database shall include requirements submitted by AF TENCAP customers and any other agreed upon requirements within the visibility of AF TENCAP. The contractor shall also provide support in identifying potential organizations to leverage efforts and enhance development of technologies or projects to solve validated shortfalls/requirements.

1.4.3.2.2 Project Planning – Plan project evaluations, project proof of concept demonstrations, and project quick reaction capabilities and facilitate the integration of operational systems into those projects to enhance project demonstration fidelity. Develop project demonstration/exercise plans and test plans. This may involve coordination with and providing test documentation and integrating these initiatives into exercises, field events, special projects, contingencies and similar activities. This shall include supporting Major Command (MAJCOM), Unified Combatant Command (UCC) and Theater Special Operations Command (SOCOM) exercises by developing a detailed deployment schedule of events to serve as a checklist or a “count-down” for preparing for deployment to CONUS exercises. The contractor shall also coordinate with the Government to engineer, purchase, install, integrate, and support specific communication hardware/software and/or leased communication links to meet demonstration requirements which may be integrated into broader demonstrations or exercises. The costs to acquire the communication hardware/software and/or leased communication links that ate required to prepare and demonstrate prototypes, test beds, feasibility models, and similar one-off demonstration systems, shall be accounted for and reimbursed as part of the ODC CLIN. In addition, the contractor shall support the Government in identifying risks and establishing, assessing and managing risk control measures for each project. Risk identification and mitigation measures include cost, performance, schedule and technical portions of the project. To obtain a better understanding, the contractor shall attend other like project demonstrations/exercise planning meetings and informational meetings as agreed by the Government to gain an understanding of like project current/future systems, architectures, and plans, and complete action items and coordination assigned at the meetings. Lastly, the contractor shall provide support to the management of special security initiatives for each project to include Program Level projects.

1.4.3.2.3 Project Execution - Facilitate demonstrations or exercises and support and oversee prototyping, testing, demonstrations, exercises and integration efforts. Support the Government with technical investigation of alternative approaches and technical research to solve specific problems identified during and after project execution. Provide dedicated systems operations and basic applications support for AF TENCAP projects and the systems on which they operate. The contractor may be required to travel worldwide on short notice and provide technical support for unique technology applications developed by AF TENCAP as opportunities arise. Travel support includes providing pre-exercise conferences/planning, testing, installation, field training and operation; developing onsite contingency plans; shipping, installing, configuring, operating, and maintaining equipment and obtaining feedback from operators and users (CDRL A002 – Developmental Design Drawings and Associated Lists, CDRL A006 – Software Product Specification, CDRL A007 – Computer Software Products).

1.4.3.2.4 Project Monitor & Control – Support managing technical and special security activities, oversee technical cost, performance, and project schedule metrics of other contractor activities in the performance of AF TENCAP projects. Identify potential risks that may be imminent along with proposed mitigation strategies. The contractor shall participate and provide input into the quarterly Program Management Reviews (PMR) of AF TENCAP projects reporting on the technical cost, performance, and project schedule metrics. When required and shortly after project execution, research, develop and implement Concept of Operations (CONOPS), recommend physical location, communications architectures, and document TTPs developed through user feedback of the project.

1.4.3.2.5 Project Close Out - Support transition and program integration activities; support transitioning projects to other SIDC divisions and other Government agencies and advise the Government of the need, implications and technical actions required to achieve transition. Maintain currency of AF TENCAP historical records/documents, AF TENCAP PMRs, and other related program data, to include a current distribution list and AF TENCAP documentation on file with outside agencies when required. Provide support to produce products and documentation related to AF TENCAP efforts that could be loaded on a World Wide Web (www)-type servers at the Unclassified, Secret and/or TS-SCI levels. This shall support potential for including AF TENCAP information on a SIDC internet page, SIDC Intranet, a SECRET level page accessible via Intelink-S and on the TS-SCI level Intelink.

1.4.3.3 Military Exploitation of Reconnaissance and Intelligence Technology (MERIT) - The MERIT process takes place annually and spans approximately six (6) months of full time coordination and planning. In support of the MERIT program the contractor shall:

1.4.3.3.1 Support the planning and execution of the AFs participation in the MERIT Working Group. This shall include travel to technical interchange meetings, design reviews, and transition meetings in and out of the local area. In addition to the general tasks, this effort shall include advising the MERIT AF Lead on the viability of proposals, contemporary efforts elsewhere in the MERIT community, coordination with sister-service TENCAPs, and collection of relevant technical inputs from various interested AF entities.

1.4.3.3.2 Provide support to the MERIT program by collecting, maintaining, disseminating, and reviewing AF sponsored or co-sponsored MERIT effort monthly reports; ensure all concepts meet current format requirements; ensure all reviewers complete concept grading; and that all concepts papers are entered into databases.

1.4.4 SIDC Integration Division (SIDC/ID)

1.4.4.1 Distributed Mission Operations Center-Space (DMOC-S) Domain Maintenance, Operations, and Sustainment - In support of the DMOC-S mission the contractor shall support the Fiscal Year exercise/experiment operational tempo, as defined in the AFSPC Consolidated Tasking Order (CTO) and by other SIDC/ID tasked events consisting of approximately 15 small, 21 medium, and 14 large events/exercises per year. (CDRL A002 – Developmental Design Drawings and Associated Lists, CDRL – Software Product Specification, CDRL A007 – Computer Software Products).

Note: Small exercises are one day events that may be repeated several times over a set time period (i.e. JSpOC Continuation Training exercises). Medium exercises are events that run several days 4 – 6 hours daily (i.e. Red Flag exercises). Large exercises are events that run several days and take 10+ hours daily. Can be 24/7 in duration. (i.e. Blue Flag, Key Resolve). In support of this effort the contractor shall:

1.4.4.1.1 Systems Integration - Systems Integration is required, however work done in this area will be added as requirements are identified and funding becomes available (approximately 6 projects annually).

1.4.4.1.1.1 Enable spiral development of new or enhanced space related software, hardware, and processes; support the development and implementation of Command and Control (C2) and operations requirements towards an integrated aerospace C2 approach; and gather information, coordinate with key players within and outside of the SIDC, and integrate inputs in support of producing C2 processes and products.

1.4.4.1.1.2 Integrate data fusion architectures and leverage existing and other all-source data, including evaluating dissemination capabilities and support integration testing and evaluation of potential warfighter applications and systems.

1.4.4.1.1.3 Provide necessary program management, engineering, and software expertise for M&S and/or crew simulator systems contracted to the contractor for development, such as the Space System Generator.

1.4.4.1.2 DMOC Development Support

1.4.4.1.2.1 Obtain and maintain Government identified operational application databases and provide scientific software coding with minimal technical oversight. Coding support requires programmers with expertise in orbital mechanics, physics or related fields.

1.4.4.1.2.2 Provide analysis to translate operational level training requirements, given the characteristics of AFSPC weapon systems, into recommended technical approaches to satisfy DMO-S requirements. Document all analysis and results in trade-off/feasibility studies. Use analysis to identify system shortfalls and assist in defining requirements for new M&S tools and Space Crew Mission Simulators. Technical expertise shall be required in M&S protocols to include Distributed Interactive Simulation (DIS) and High Level Architecture (HLA). In addition, technical expertise shall be required in knowledge of CAOC (Falconer AOCs), 14 AF/JFCC-Space Joint Space Operations Center (JSpOC) operation and equipment, and Space Squadron training requirements and equipment.

1.4.4.1.2.3 Support development of the DMOC-S to enable it to provide an operational training architecture that shall ensure a realistic and effective training environment for space forces in each mission area and exercise sensor to decision-maker to shooter interfaces. This shall include development of new M&S and crew simulation systems.

1.4.4.1.2.4 Provide technical expertise to the Government for evaluating new M&S tools and crew simulators being developed by outside contractors.

1.4.4.1.2.5 Support within existing capability any demonstrations, tests, and/or special event assessments involving new Space M&S and Simulator systems by assisting in defining requirements, test plans and assessing the results.

1.4.4.1.3 DMOC Operations Support

1.4.4.1.3.1 Operate existing and develop future systems capabilities and architectures in support of demonstrations, special event assessments, exercises, and real world contingency operations. Flexible work schedules, including occasional 24-hour/7-day operation, will be required periodically to support exercises, wargames, demonstrations, experiments and contingencies according to a mutually agreed upon schedule. Maintain detailed system expertise on all aspects of operating DMOC-S M&S and C4I equipment.

1.4.4.1.3.2 Plan exercises, experiments and training events involving multiple service and/or joint organizations by gathering information, coordinating with key players internal/external to DMOC-S and integrating their inputs, developing databases for DMOC-S, M&S, and C4I systems, identifying exercise network and DMOC-S system requirements, and developing Space related scenario requirements and events to meet player training objectives.

1.4.4.1.3.3 Provide support in planning and developing training scenarios to support all mission rehearsals and training internal to space forces and, if necessary, the interface to other DMO domains. This shall include generation of virtual and constructive space effects that are synchronized with the scenario events and acting as a control force. The DMOC-S will coordinate all intra- and inter-domain requirements with other distributed training nodes, when required.

1.4.4.1.3.4 Execute exercises, experiments and training events involving multiple service and/or joint organizations by installing exercise specific databases in DMOC-S M&S and C4I systems, configuring the systems as required to operate on the exercise network, monitoring the systems performance and making adjustments as required by changes in the scenario, and acting as exercise controllers/system experts at the main exercise sites.

1.4.4.1.4 DMOC Sustainment Support

1.4.4.1.4.1 Perform maintenance and sustainment in support of DMO-S capabilities, DMO requirements, training scenarios and required databases. Provide maintenance, upgrades, and sustainment of the DMO architecture and system backbone in coordination with SIDC/XR.

1.4.4.1.4.2 Establish liaisons with key players from other DMO domains determined by the Government and collaborate with Government and other contractor teams that are supporting DMO-S development, primarily to accommodate data collection, obtain GOTS technologies and leverage best practices, procedures and techniques.

1.4.4.1.4.3 Provide necessary daily support to set up, tear down, integrate, test, operate, and troubleshoot DMOC-S equipment and infrastructure supporting exercises, experiments, demonstrations and training. Support may be required both in the DMOC-S and at deployed locations.

1.4.4.1.4.4 Support the DMO-S Program Manager in the identification and coordination of resource requirements for DMO-S. Support the DMO-S Program Manager with the implementation of actions for which AFSPC has lead responsibility; specifically, integration of space-based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance; counterspace; and operationally responsive space within DMO.

1.4.4.1.4.5 Identify design risks and support studies of hardware and software to provide AFSPC with solutions for DMO-S training and mission rehearsal.

1.4.4.2 Schriever Wargame Series - Support to the Schriever Wargames Series is required; however, work done in this area will be added as requirements are identified and funding becomes available. In support of this effort the contractor shall:

1.4.4.2.1 Coordinate, design and develop a wargame scenario, orders of battle, and toolkits, to include an analysis and an assessment approach and recommend potential participants, both individuals and organizations, to ensure participation from all needed communities. If the design dictates, develop supporting vignettes used to facilitate game play, training and conduct wargame planning activities on-site at the SIDC.

1.4.4.2.2 Define requirements for modeling and simulation M&S support. This support will enhance game reality, provide assessment of participant moves, and provide wargame participants with course of action assessment and visualization.

1.4.4.2.3 Participate in USC Title 10/50 events to coordinate Schriever Wargame design features. The intent of this support shall be the modular space input to Air Force USC Title 10 Wargames. Other USC Title 10/50 event support may be accomplished as resources dictate. This shall be at the direction of the Government.

1.4.4.2.4 Provide expertise at all levels of space planning and operations. Examples of this support include facilitators, recorders, assessors and mentors. These individuals are required to support active duty participants with in-depth understanding of military space planning and operations, and recommend courses of action during seminar preparation and execution. Analysis summaries may be required to support the conclusions reached and recommendations made.

1.4.4.2.5 Support up to four (4) planning conferences, up to eight (8) workshops, up to four (4) seminars, up to ten (10) senior leadership briefings (e.g. AFSPC/CC, CSAF, STRATCOM/CC), up to six (6) integrated Government team meetings (integrated product teams and strategy sessions), up to three (3) training sessions per year and up to four (4) Senior Mentor meetings as requested by the Government. These events shall support the coordination and development of the Schriever Wargame Series.

1.4.4.2.6 Design and facilitate workshops that directly contribute to establishing product that directly tie into the wargame design (e.g., a communication workshop that defines the communication infrastructure for the actual wargame) and provide facilitators, assessors, and recorders with experience participating in political-military game-seminars conducted for senior Government and/or corporate leaders. The preparation shall include an in depth understanding of seminars/workshops objectives and Government analysis plan.

1.4.4.2.7 Ensure that each seminar/workshop cell has the necessary materials to support their portion of the game play. This includes defining M&S support at the level necessary for each respective cell. Provide data collection and provide input to the Government analysis plan, which are used to collect the information necessary and to generate seminar/workshop insights and outcomes and coordinate the results from the seminars and workshops within the wargaming community so that other wargame developers are apprised of the outcomes of the seminars and workshops.

1.4.4.2.8 During the execution phase of the Schriever Wargame, conduct game play to include: provide facilitators and recorders; identify and provide mentors and subject matter experts for wargame events in cooperation with the Government Wargame Director; ensure that each wargame cell has the necessary materials to support their portion of the wargame play; support the resolution of equipment and procedural shortfalls as they occur during the wargame; provide a data collection and analysis plan to collect the information necessary to generate wargame insights and outcomes in addition to the personnel needed to conduct the collection; develop an assessment plan and arrange for assessor support to include recommendations for future gaming activity; and coordinate the results from the wargame within the wargaming community so that other wargame developers are apprised of the outcomes of the space-centric game.

1.4.5 595th Space Group (595 SG)

1.4.5.1 Standardization and Evaluation – In support of applying consistent methodologies and processes to manage the self-inspection program, operating instructions, execution of unit compliance inspections and staff assistance visits and management of the Group line evaluator program effort the contractor shall:

1.4.5.1.1 Ensure the consistent application of methodologies and processes, and process efficiencies throughout the 595 SG and subordinate units.

1.4.5.1.2 Advise the 595 SG/CC to aid in the standardization of operational test, space experimentation; tactics and space range related processes and procedures as well as provide support to any other 595 SG related meetings.

1.4.5.1.3 Support the Group self-inspection, unit compliance inspection and staff assistance visit programs for subordinate units.

1.4.5.1.4 Provide guidance for the Group line evaluation programs. This program ensures the units’ mission areas are in compliance with AF, AFSPC and local standards; oversee the initial and recurring training of unit line evaluators; and coordinate and report on the status of line evaluators, ensuring unit mission proficiency.

1.4.5.1.5 Maintain Operating Instruction (OI) architecture to identify group operations requiring OIs; standardize OI format per AFI, AFSPC, SIDC, 595 SG and any other applicable guidance; and review Group OIs and operational processes on a semi-annual basis through the Operations Review Panel (ORP). All OI’s are property of the Government and will be maintained in the Government electronic file plan.

1.4.5.1.6 Notify units of the ORP requirement, request unit inputs, schedule ORPs, compile the Group consensus on OIs being reviewed, and ensure smooth operation of the OI creation/change process IAW AFI 33-360.

1.4.5.1.7 Attend and observe the quarterly Operations Review Board (ORB) as a technical subject matter expert or advisor at the request of the 595 SG, to support conducting investigations to determine the causes of any mission event impacting safe, effective or efficient operations.

1.4.5.1.8 Develop new compliance inspection program policy, directives, and processes to bring the Group compliance inspection program in accordance with (IAW) AFSPC Inspector General Programs. Specifically, the inspections shall include the review of unit common core compliance areas, and AF/AFSPC special interest items where applicable, IAW AFI 90-201, Inspector General Activities and investigate possible options for mission area reviews in line with AFI 90-201 and execute review of selected areas.

1.4.5.1.9 Apply methodologies and evaluation programs to ensure success in the mission areas of the 25 SRS and the 3 SES. This effort requires cooperation between 595 SG, 3 SES, and 25 SRS to ensure missions are handled with a high level of safety, security, and mission focus.

1.4.5.1.10 Coordinate with and assist the 595 SG Technical Director through the 595 OSS/CC to plan, schedule, and develop Technical, Safety and Combined Review Boards, which will be conducted by the 595 SG Technical Director or other designated Government official approximately 40 times per year. These boards are an independent review of subordinate unit test and exercise plans and procedures to ensure the technical adequacy and validity of a proposed approach and to identify addressed and mitigated personnel and mission safety risk.

1.4.5.1.11 Support the 595 SG Technical Directors in determining technical complexity and risk and facilitate the boards and develop documentation to include minutes and statement of final technical and operational risk.

1.4.5.2 Operational Test and Evaluation - In support of test screening, planning, execution, and reporting for Force Development Evaluations (FDE), operational utility evaluations, operational assessments, command-directed testing, and tactics and concepts validation of space systems requirement the contractor shall: (CDRL A009 – Scientific and Technical Reports)

1.4.5.2.1 Possess current knowledge, understanding, and experience in the following areas: DoD and Air Force Operational Test and Evaluation policy, procedures, and requirements for providing independent testing and evaluating of new and existing space systems in a realistic environment. Personnel should possess in-depth knowledge and experience with all aspects of space systems including both space and ground segments. The contractor should have experience with test scheduling, planning, tool development, execution and reporting activities of space systems. In support of the 17 TS the contractor shall:

1.4.5.2.1.1 Support approximately ten (10) range modernization tests for 17 TS Det 3 at Patrick AFB/Vandenberg AFB in the role of test analyst, assistant test manager, data collector, and/or test tool developer.

1.4.5.2.1.2 Support approximately four (4) annual tests in support of 17 TS Det 2, Cheyenne Mountain AFS, operations for the in the role of test analyst, assistant test manager, and/or data collector and/or test tool developer.

1.4.5.2.1.3 Support for additional 17 TS test execution and reporting (approximately 35 tests annually) will be added via contract modification as requirements are identified and funds become available.

1.4.5.2.2 Test Planning - In support of test planning the contractor shall:

1.4.5.2.2.1 Lead or provide support in all aspects of test planning; support the test planning review process and managing manpower, funding, and test assets within test scope; participate in test planning working groups to identify and resolve test issues; and be available to travel during test planning/execution.

1.4.5.2.2.2 Lead or provide support in the development of test measures in the form of Critical Operational Issues (COI), Operational Capabilities (OC), Measures of Effectiveness and Suitability (MOE/MOS, also known as Characteristics), and Measures of Performance (MOP).

1.4.5.2.2.3 Develop and deliver test methodologies for each measure with the purpose of performing statistical analysis to evaluate system performance and acquire validated truth data for each measure. Test methodologies may include sample sizes and expected data distributions. Statistical analysis shall include descriptive and inferential statistics such as determining central tendencies, calculating confidence values and point estimates and conducting hypothesis analyses.

1.4.5.2.2.4 Acquire, design, develop, and deliver both test approaches and tools to collect test data. Test approaches may include scenario injection, M&S, or real-world system operations.

1.4.5.2.2.5 Design, develop, and deliver analytical tools to evaluate test measures based on…