Attachment_1_Specialty_Skills_PWS_18_July_17.pdf

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

For

Special Tactics Training Squadron (STTS) Specialty Skills

Development Coursework

At Hurlburt Field, Florida

18 July 2017

Table of Contents

1. Description of Services

1.2. Introduction

1.3. Scope of Work

1.4. Specific Tasks

1.5. Contractor Personnel Qualifications

2. Service Summary

3. Government Furnished / Provided Equipment

4. General Information

4.1. Task Order Procedures………………………………………………………………………….. 15

4.2. Metrics

4.3. Manpower Reporting

4.4. Quality Assurance

APPENDIX A: Definitions

General and Technical Definitions Acronyms

APPENDIX B: GPE/GPF

APPENDIX C: Reference Publications

APPENDIX D: Maps

APPENDIX E: Programs of Instruction (POI) / Task, Condition, Standards (TCS)

APPENDIX F: Training Forecast (30 Sep 2017 – 29 Sep 2018)

APPENDIX G: Training Philosophy (Reference FM 7-1, 2003)

1. Description of Services

1.1. Supported Organization

1.1.1. The Special Tactics Training Squadron (STTS) Specialty Skills Development Coursework supports Special Tactics (ST) units and Air Force Specialty Codes (AFSC) assigned under the 24th Special Operations Wing (SOW).

1.1.1.1. Specific units supported are:

24 Special Operations Wing Hurlburt Field 720th Special Tactics Group Hurlburt Field 720th Operational Support Squadron Hurlburt Field Special Tactics Training Squadron Hurlburt Field 17th Special Tactics Squadron Ft. Benning 21st Special Tactics Squadron Pope AFB 22nd Special Tactics Squadron McChord AFB 23rd Special Tactics Squadron Hurlburt Field 26th Special Tactics Squadron Cannon AFB 320th Special Tactics Squadron Kadena AB 321st Special Tactics Squadron RAF Mildenhall 123st Special Tactics Squadron Louisville IAP 125th Special Tactics Squadron Portland IAP

1.1.1.2. Specific AFSCs supported are:

1T2X1 Pararescue, Enlisted 13DX1 Combat Rescue, Officer 1C2X1 Combat Control, Enlisted 013DXB Combat Control, Officer 1W0X2 Special Operations Weather, Enlisted 1T0X1 Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape (SERE) Specialist, Enlisted J1C4X1 Tactical Air Control Party, Enlisted

1.2. Introduction

1.2.1. The contractor shall provide performance-oriented training using a defined Program of

Instruction (POI) in compliance with Government defined instructor-to-student ratios.

Training provided by the contractor shall include classroom training, hands-on performance oriented training, simulation/virtual training, field exercise training, and/or combat scenario driven live-fire training in a realistic, but safe environment.

1.3. Scope of Work

1.3.1. The contractor shall provide STTS with all management and labor necessary to perform the following courses of instruction and quantity of courses identified throughout the contract period of performance:

Special Operations Mission Planning (SOMP) Advanced Marksmanship Training (AMT) Close Quarters Battle (CQB)

Full Mission Profile (FMP) Leadership Development Course – Troop Leading (LDC/TLP) Leadership Development Course – Joint Operations (LDC/JO)

The period of performance for each course of instruction is provided in Appendix I. All changes will be coordinated with the contractor through the Authorized Government Representative (AGR) and will conform to change restrictions detailed in subparagraph

1.5.14. The required training objectives for each course of instruction are described in Appendix E.

1.3.1.1. All course training requirements and proficiency levels listed below are detailed in applicable Task, Condition, Standard (TCS) references for Battlefield Airman career-field training. Unless stated otherwise, the 5-level Combat Control Technician (CCT) Career Field Education and Training Plan (CFETP) will determine training standards for all courses:

(http://static.e-ublishing.af.mil/production/1/af_a3_5/publication/cfetp1c2x1/cfetp1c2x1.pdf).

Additional references are cited after each course description in Appendix H.

All instruction shall conform to the principles and concepts contained in the Government-approved program of instruction and shall assure performance to standards for all stated tasks. Instructors must be proficient with Microsoft Office computer programs (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.) to ensure ability to access all required training tools.

1.3.2. The contractor shall develop and update lesson material as required within the specified lesson curriculum. Lesson material shall be approved by the Authorized Government Representative (AGR) prior to implementation.

1.3.2.1. The contractor shall develop a Government-approved POI which satisfies the training objectives herein.

1.3.2.2. Deliverables

Deliverable Date of Submission

Date of Subsequent Submission Format Submit To

Executable POI for

SOMP, AMT, FMP,

and CQB Contract Award As Required

Recent Edition of Microsoft

Word

Submit email to CO and

AGR

Ready State Draft POI for LDC-TL, and

LDC-JO

Fourteen (14) calendar days and contract award

As Required

Recent Edition of Microsoft

Word

Submit email to CO and

AGR

1.3.2.3. Fourteen (14) calendar days before a revised course of instruction is conducted for the first time, the contractor shall submit an executable POI for Government approval. A copy of all course deliverables shall be provided as well. The Government will respond to the contractor with any required changes.

Within three (3) business days. All subsequent courses will utilize the approved POI unless coordinated between the contractor and the Government. Subsequent iterations will not require Government approval of http://static.e-ublishing.af.mil/production/1/af_a3_5/publication/cfetp1c2x1/cfetp1c2x1.pdf

POI and/or deliverables, unless changes have been incorporated.

1.3.3. When available, the contractor shall use course material, technical manuals, and student workbooks that are provided by the Government. The Government shall provide the materials in sufficient quantities to conduct the course IAW STTS standards delineated in Appendix B. All materials required but not identified in Appendix B shall be the responsibility of the contractor to provide in sufficient quantities to conduct the course.

1.3.4. Each course shall be conducted in one (1)-week training blocks with the exception of LDC-TL block which is 3 weeks long. Training day length/hours will be dictated by satisfaction of the course objectives. Instruction will be scheduled by STTS and the contractor IAW Appendix F (LDC-TL is a developmental course and the actual course length is subject to change).

1.3.5. Courses will usually seat 12 - 24 students per session. Course size is subject to change due to the dynamic STTS training schedule. The Government reserves the right to conduct courses outside of the anticipated class size range. The contractor shall provide two (2) qualified instructors to maintain an Instructor/Student ratio stipulated by STTS at time of course finalization. If actual class size varies from projection, the contractor shall adjust instructor allocation to maintain desired ratio.

1.3.5.1. Minimum Contractor Instructor / Student Ratio per Course of Instruction.

The contractor shall provide two (2) qualified instructors per class.

1.3.5.2. STTS will provide at least one (1) STTS Cadre during each block of instruction. STTS Cadre responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

range safety; emergency medical care; administrative support; tactical standardization; military professional development; and course continuity.

STTS Cadre will be qualified Special Operations instructors with competency in the course subject matter.

1.3.6. The Government will finalize training dates and location no later than 30 days before commencement. The AGR will coordinate with the contractor any changes inside of that window IAW Section 1.5.12 of PWS.

1.3.7. A government training objective common to all courses is preparation of rising 5-level ST Airmen to deploy as singletons in support of Joint SOF partners, to include Special Mission Units (SMU). Instructional background, tactical methodology, and mission perspective within each course shall satisfy both specified CFETP (or equivalent) requirements, as well as, the singleton employment readiness objective.

1.4. Specific Tasks

1.4.1. The contractor shall provide STTS with all management, personnel, transportation, and all items necessary to perform the following courses of instruction.

1.4.1.1. Special Operations Mission Planning (SOMP): The first objective is to provide 3-level Special Tactics airman with an introduction to Leadership, Troop Leading Procedures (TLP), and the Military Decision-Making Process (MDMP). Real-world scenarios involving Special Operations personnel shall be utilized to advance the instruction. Incorporated case studies should draw from two recent conflicts that incorporated Special

Operations employment – e.g. Somalia, Bosnia, Iraq, and Afghanistan.

Course vignettes shall examine Special Operations employment in these conflicts and incorporate firsthand observations. Course instructors shall reference firsthand accounts of these principles in combat. Training vignettes shall cover pre- 9/11 “legacy” combat skills, as well as, post-9/11 competencies. The second objective is to provide an in-depth course of instruction covering deliberate MDMP. The minimum course of instruction shall include the following topics: Operational Planning of Joint SOF Missions; Mission Analysis and Course of Action (COA) Development;

Understanding Commander’s Intent; Risk Management; Risk Mitigation;

Fratricide Prevention; Tactical Operations Center (TOC) Operations; Role of CCT, Pararescuemen (PJ), Tactical Air Control Party (TACP), and Special Operations Weather Team (SOWT) in the Maneuver Force. Subject matter shall be implemented and evaluated utilizing realistic training scenarios and practical exercises. Course instructors shall reinforce course material utilizing firsthand accounts of Special Tactics employment in the Joint environment. The third training objective is hasty decision-making.

This instruction shall include all relevant topics covered during deliberate MDMP instruction. Additionally, this instruction shall enable students to apply decision-making principles in a time- critical environment. The fourth objective is for the contractor to provide students with a course handbook for further development and reference. Unless otherwise stipulated by STTS, all training shall take place on Hurlburt Field and/or Eglin Range Complex. The contractor shall ensure the training meets all objectives. All training shall be focused on combat and incorporate the latest battlefield Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs). Upon course completion, STTS students should be able to apply principles of Leadership, Planning, and Decision-Making in accordance with 5-level Battlefield Airman CFETP. Refer to Appendix E for governing doctrine and applicable TCSs.

1.4.1.2. Advanced Marksmanship Training (AMT): The first objective is to provide 3-level Special Tactics Airman with an evaluation of their marksmanship skills. Evaluation shall include both the primary Special Tactics rifle and pistol utilizing static ranges. The second objective is to provide advanced techniques to improve individual marksmanship. The course of instruction shall be based on Special Operations TTPs, and historical precedent. Instruction shall include, but is not limited to: zero and grouping procedures; offset zeroes and holds; center of mass aggregates from traditional and obscure positions; barricade shooting; basic and advanced malfunction procedures; multiple target engagement techniques;

moving and shooting; quick fire techniques; and equipment and ballistic discussions. The third objective is to provide all prerequisite training and qualifications to participate in CQB instruction. The fourth objective is to provide students with a course handbook for further development and reference. Unless otherwise stipulated by STTS, all training shall be conducted on Hurlburt Field and/or Eglin Range Complex. The contractor shall ensure the training meets all training objectives. All training must be focused on combat and incorporate the latest battlefield TTPs. Upon completion of the course, STTS students should be able to apply principles of Advanced Marksmanship in accordance with 5-level Battlefield Airman CFETP. Additionally, successful course graduates shall be qualified to attend follow-on CQB instruction. Refer to Appendix E for governing doctrine and applicable TCSs.

1.4.1.3. Close Quarter Battle (CQB): The first objective is to provide 3-level Special Tactics airman with an advanced understanding of CQB techniques.

The course of instruction shall be based on military doctrine, Special Operations TTPs, and historical precedent. The course of instruction shall incorporate academic instruction, dry fire, and simunitions-fire with role players. Multiple venues and training areas shall be utilized to increase training value. The second objective is to develop movement skills for both team and large maneuver elements. Instruction shall cover “individual”, “buddy-team”, and “team” movement techniques. Instruction shall include movement inside and outside of urban terrain. Instruction shall include movement in rooms, hallways, stairwells, tube rooms, open areas, and intersections. The third objective is to provide students with a course handbook for further development and reference. Unless otherwise stipulated by STTS, all training shall be conducted on Hurlburt Field and/or Eglin Range Complex. The contractor shall ensure the training meets all training objectives. All training must be focused on combat and incorporate the latest battlefield TTPs. Upon completion of the course, STTS students are able to apply principles of CQB in accordance with 5-level Battlefield Airman CFETP. Refer to Appendix E for governing doctrine and applicable TCSs.

1.4.1.4. Full Mission Profile (FMP: The first objective is to mentor / assist 3-level

Special Tactics Airman during the deliberate planning process for a FMP exercise. The second objective is to provide guidance on personnel management during the planning process. The third objective is to generate planning products that are presented to leadership for decision. The fourth objective is to disseminate the results of the planning process in team and cross-platform rehearsal of concept (ROC) drills. The fifth objective is for the student team to execute a FMP exercise IAW planning objectives and Commander’s Guidance. The contractor shall ensure the training meets all training objectives. Unless otherwise stipulated by STTS, all training shall be conducted on Hurlburt Field and/or Eglin Range Complex. Refer to Appendix E for governing doctrine and applicable TCSs.

1.4.1.5. Leadership Development Course – Troop Leading (LDC-TL): The purpose of LDC-TL is to facilitate combat arms leadership professional development for new and seasoned leaders. This three (3) week (15 training days) course of instruction shall provide academic and practical instruction covering small unit infantry (squad/troop) roles and responsibilities, troop leading procedures, basic patrol functions and battle drills, and combat orders. This objective shall be accomplished by classroom lecture and field training exercises (FTX) (small unit patrols) informed by historical and current intel/scenarios. Students will execute different leadership duties during each of the patrol iterations. The desired course end-state(s) are:

a) All students participate in each patrol iteration.

b) All students receive individualized verbal and written counsel on performance and are able to articulate their leadership strengths and weaknesses.

c) All students practice Critical Thinking and Tactical Decision Making.

d) All students learn and practice Tactical Mission Planning from Warning

Order (WARNO) to Execution and post mission debrief.

e) LDC-TL should provide students baseline proficiency in small unit tactics, troop leading procedures, and leadership.

1.4.1.6. Leadership Development Course – Joint Operations (LDC-JO): The purpose of LDC-JO is to apply previous instruction covering small unit leadership (troop leading), mission planning, and national strategy in order to lead employment of Joint, Combined, and Coalition elements as a Ground Force Commander (GFC). This one (1) week course of instruction should provide an academic overview of GFC roles and responsibilities, tactics, integration and synchronization of tactical assets, management and “art” of integrating ISR sensors, contingency planning, airspace considerations, Command and Control (C2) of disjointed elements, air-ground weaponeering, GAF/HAF planning factors, Combined Fires (e.g.

integration of artillery, mortars, and CAS), CAS / Kinetic Strike Authorities.

A cursory “survey” of these topics should be provided and interwoven across five (5) days of instruction. This course is intended to be an overview, not an in-depth or all-inclusive study of GFC tactics and authorities.

Tabletop “tactical decision games” shall be integrated into each day of academic instruction, in order to provide students opportunities to apply material in realistic scenarios and utilize critical thinking skills.

1.4.2. The contractor shall address the following topics in each specified training block.

Specific Tasks, Conditions, Standards related to these instruction points can be found in Appendix E.

1.4.2.1. SOMP: Operational Planning of Joint SOF Missions; Mission Analysis and COA Development; Understanding Commander’s Intent; Risk Management; Risk Mitigation; Fratricide Prevention; Tactical Operations Center (TOC) Operations; Role CCT, PJ, TACP, and SOWT in the Maneuver Force.

1.4.2.2. Advanced Marksmanship Training: zero and grouping procedures; offset zeros and holds; center of mass aggregates from traditional and obscure positions; barricade shooting; basic and advanced malfunction procedures;

multiple target engagement techniques; moving and shooting; quick fire techniques; and equipment and ballistic discussions.

1.4.2.3. CQB: “individual”, “buddy-team”, and “team” movement techniques;

movement inside and outside of urban terrain; movement in rooms, hallways, stairwells, tube rooms, open areas, and intersections.

1.4.2.4. FMP: Operational Planning of Joint SOF Missions; Mission Analysis and

COA Development; Understanding Commander’s Intent; Risk Management; Risk Mitigation; Fratricide Prevention; TOC Operations;

Role of CCT, PJ, TACP, and SOWT in the Maneuver Force.

1.4.2.5. LDC-TL: Leadership, Troop-Leading Procedures, Soldiering Basics, and Combat Orders.

1.4.2.6. LDC-JO: GFC Roles and Responsibilities, Joint Force Employment, and

Tactical Considerations.

1.4.3. Instruction in each course shall incorporate fundamentals and principles using the “crawl-walk-run” approach, and shall provide for the training and testing of all participating personnel. Refer to appendix G for guidance related to this approach as it applies to military training. All instruction provided shall be performed using task, condition, and standard format, which offers other participants the opportunity to monitor training, and gain proficiency and standardization. The attendees of this training shall gain the knowledge and experience necessary to satisfy CFETP requirements and function in an operational capacity.

1.4.4. Whenever feasible STTS conducts scenario-based training, incorporating "real-world" intelligence provided by unit personnel. The contractor shall maintain a facility & security clearance sufficient to participate and instruct within the scenario provided with subparagraph 1.5.19. Air-to-ground coordination, a persistent aspect of instruction, is conducted utilizing Communications Security (COMSEC) material. The contractor shall maintain authorization and training required for COMSEC use in accordance with subparagraph 1.5.20. When contracted material is focused on skill development (e.g.

AMT, CQB), the contractor shall incorporate the latest battlefield tactics. This information is frequently disseminated through classified sources. The contractor shall maintain the access required to ensure a sufficiently current knowledge base (See paragraph 1.5.20).

1.4.4.1. The readiness objective stipulated in paragraph 1.3.7 shall be satisfied by incorporating the following components into each block of instruction:

SMU and SOF TTPs; SMU and SOF mission planning factors; SMU and SOF Commander’s Intent for tactical roles, responsibilities, and employment of 720th Special Tactics Group Airmen; SMU and SOF lessons learned.

1.5. Contractor Personnel Qualifications

1.5.1. Qualified instructors, which shall be referred to as “instructors” throughout this document. All Instructors shall possess at a minimum three (3) years of Special Mission Unit experience after September 11, 2001 and have conducted urban operational profiles in this capacity during Overseas Contingency Operations (OCO) within the Central Command (CENTCOM) area of operations is preferred. Instructors must have combat service with experience conducting direct action missions. Instructors must possess leadership experience working with multi-service/agency special operations forces (i.e.

Joint Environment). The contractor shall provide a diverse range of instructors whose experience spans the full spectrum of leadership (enlisted/officer).

1.5.2. All instructors shall possess the following professional credentials: Tier 1 Combat Arms Special Operations Operator Training Course (OTC) Graduate. Active duty military service within a combat arms (ground) unit.

1.5.2.1. SOMP and FMP instructors shall possess one or more of the following professional credentials: Joint Special Operations Task Force (JSOTF)

Commander, JSOTF Command Senior Enlisted Advisor (SEA), JSOTF Operations Officer (J3), Naval Special Warfare (NSW) Squadron Commander (or higher level unit), US Army Special Forces (SF) Company Commander (or higher level unit), USAF Special Tactics (ST) Squadron Commander (or higher level unit), USMC Special Operations or Force Reconnaissance Company Commander (or higher level unit), Naval Special Warfare Squadron SEA (or higher level unit), US Army Special Forces Company SEA (or higher level unit), USAF Special Tactics Squadron SEA (or higher level unit), USMC Special Operations or Force Reconnaissance SEA (or higher level unit), Joint Interagency Task Force (JIATF) Leader.

1.5.2.2.The contractor shall provide each scheduled SOMP and FMP iteration with at least one dedicated instructor who possesses the following credential:

Intermediate Staff College (Army Command and Staff College, Marine Corps Command and Staff Course, Air Command and Staff College, Naval War College) graduate and must have been awarded Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) I credit. Other service, joint, or allied course equivalents will be accepted.

1.5.3. AMT and CQB instructors shall possess one or more of the following professional credentials: Naval Special Warfare Troop Commander, US Army Special Forces Troop Commander, USAF Special Tactics Flight/Troop Commander, Naval Special Warfare Troop SEA, US Army Special Forces Troop SEA, USAF Special Tactics Flight/Troop SEA, Tier 1 Troop Assault Command Team (Team Leader, Team Sergeant), Tier 1 Assault Team Leader, Tier 1 Sniper Team Leader, NSW Team Leader, US Army SF Team Leader, USAF STS Team Leader, USMC Special Operations or Force Reconnaissance Platoon Commander (or higher level unit).

1.5.4. LDC-TL and LDC-JO instructors shall meet the standards listed in 1.5.3 and possess one or more of the following professional credentials: Joint Special Operations Task Force (JSOTF) Commander; JSOTF Command Senior Enlisted Advisor (SEA); Naval Special Warfare (NSW) Squadron Commander (or higher level unit); US Army Special Forces (SF) Company Commander (or higher level unit); USAF Special Tactics (ST) Squadron Commander (or higher level unit); Naval Special Warfare Squadron SEA (or higher level unit); US Army Special Forces Company SEA (or higher level unit); USAF Special Tactics Squadron SEA (or higher level unit); Joint Interagency Task Force (JIATF) Leader.

1.5.4.1. The contractor shall provide each scheduled LDC-JO iteration with at least one dedicated instructor who possesses the following credential:

Intermediate Staff College (Army Command and Staff College, Marine Corps Command and Staff Course, Air Command and Staff College, Naval War College) graduate and must have been awarded Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) I credit. Other service, joint, or allied course equivalents will be accepted.

1.5.5. The Government reserves the right to reject credentials based on inaccuracy or inability to verify. Personnel changes during the contract period of performance will be permissible, provided the Government verifies the qualifications for the new employees prior to the start of instruction.

1.5.6. The stringent instructor qualifications established in 1.5 are driven by the ST requirement to deploy as singletons in support of Joint SOF partners, to include Special Mission Units.

For this reason, 1.5 qualifications are deemed essential and no variations will be accepted.

1.5.7. Individual courses of instruction within this contract requirement will not be awarded to separate vendors as continuity in training across all blocks of instruction is critical.

1.5.8. Instructors shall be proficient with Microsoft Office computer programs (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), and ensure ability to access all required training tools. Instructors must possess outstanding communicative skills (verbal & nonverbal). The contractor shall submit resumes to the AGR and Contracting Officer (CO) prior to starting work under this contract. Course Instructors must be approved in writing by the CO or Contract Specialist (CS) based on the AGR’s recommendation. No instructor shall be permitted to conduct any instruction unless approved in writing by the CO or CS in advance.

1.5.9. To ensure continuity for the courses, the contractor shall provide consistent personnel composition that will be present for each iteration of the course. The contractor shall utilize Subject Matter Experts (SME) and other decision support tools to provide administrative, testing, training, technical, strategic concepts, and program management services. The contractor shall provide a single point of contact responsible for performance of the contract with the authority to commit resources and make decisions for the contractor. The contractor representative shall coordinate all aspects of the contract through the AGR. The AGR shall monitor and coordinate any special actions required from the contractor. Contractor will be notified if monitoring is required more frequently.

1.5.10. The contractor shall be responsible for managing a sufficient workforce with appropriate credentials to accomplish the mission as stipulated in paragraph 1.3. The contractor shall notify the AGR and the CO of any real or potential deficiencies in the personnel area as they occur. This notification does not relieve the contractor of any performance shortfall.

1.5.11. Performance locations may include classrooms, various offices/buildings, and designated ranges/training areas on Hurlburt Field, Florida; Eglin Air Force Base, Florida; Eglin Range Complex, Florida. Government transportation will be made available to the contractor personnel to and from Hurlburt Field to the performance locations/designated training areas during the performance of training. The contractor may use personal transportation at no additional expense to the Government.

1.5.12. The Government will provide a “Training Forecast” to the contractor every three (3) months. This report will be submitted to the contractor one month before the start of the forecast period (e.g. 1 May - 31 July forecast will be submitted NLT 1 April). The Training Forecast shall cover a period of no less than three (3) months and no longer than the remaining period of performance.

1.5.12.1. If the contractor cannot meet scheduling requirements listed on the Training

Forecast the contractor shall notify the AGR as soon as possible, but NLT 14 calendar days after receipt.

1.5.12.2. The contractor shall commit to all finalized Government obligations that are listed on the Training Forecast referenced in paragraph 1.5.12.

1.5.12.3. The Government reserves the right to make line-item changes to the Training Forecast up to thirty (30) days before an individual course is scheduled to begin. Any Government scheduling changes requested greater than thirty (30) days before course commencement will be coordinated through the AGR and the contractor to determine an acceptable date for both parties. The Government shall not incur any financial penalties as a result of these occurrences.

1.5.12.4. Thirty (30) calendar days before an individual course commences the beginning and end dates for that course will be considered “finalized”.

1.5.12.5. The Government reserves the right to change and/or cancel finalized events up forty five (45) calendar days before execution due to changing mission needs at no cost to the Government. The Government will make no more than four (4) finalized schedule changes (inside 7 - 44 calendar day window) during the one (1) year period of performance. In such circumstances, the Government will reimburse the vendor for all documented and justifiable travel expenses incurred, as well as, 50% of the finalized course fee.

1.5.12.6. Appendix F is the initial Government Training Forecast.

1.5.13. The contractor shall adhere to standards of conduct pursuant to STTS Operating

Instruction (OI) 36-1: STTS Training and the STTS Instructor Guidebook. The contractor shall treat all students in a professional manner and shall not accept personal remuneration for services rendered in the performance of duty.

1.5.14. Effective tactical training requires certain levels of acceptable risk. The contractor shall ensure a risk management process is in place such that personnel safety continues to be of utmost concern during all training sessions. A high rate of injuries during training shall initiate an internal review of the training plan intended to resolve potential causes.

1.5.15. The Government will retain responsibility for the overall range operations to include range training and live fire exercises. The Government will provide a Range Operations Officer-in-Charge (OIC). The Range officer is an official title and qualification that our government instructors have, which is a requirement for these training iterations. The Government will retain full responsibility for any liability that may occur in support of and during the training events if all safety regulations have been followed. In the event that safety regulations are violated by contractor personnel, the Government will investigate and determine the cause. If the Government determines that safety guidelines or regulations have been violated, the contractor shall submit a revised plan for Government approval incorporating procedures to mitigate or eliminate the violations.

1.5.16. The Government will be responsible for obtaining the daily required amount of ammunition from the ammunition holding area. The contractor shall assist Government personnel in the accountability, disposition, signing and movement of ordnance. The contractor shall assist Government personnel in the loading, transportation and unloading of ammunition at the range site in support of range qualification training and live fire exercises. The contractor shall assist Airmen in breaking down, issuing, receipting, and safeguarding of small caliber ammunition.

1.5.17. The contractor shall assist in pre & post range duties for turn-in from range clean-up detail and shall follow the Government's guidance on storing ammunition.

1.5.18. When service performed does not conform to contract requirements, or when service was not performed in a specific area, the contractor shall perform or re-perform the service in conformity with contract specifications at no additional cost to the Government.

Performance or re-performance of these services shall commence as soon as practical upon notification by the Contracting Officer or Contract Specialist. The contractor shall have a sufficient workforce dedicated to ensure re-performance is accomplished as not to interfere with future scheduled training classes and does not have an effect on individual training sessions built upon previously learned disciplines.

1.5.19. The contractor shall be responsible for ensuring employees complete a National Agency Check (NAC) in accordance with (IAW) Air Force Instruction (AFI) 63-138 prior to starting employment under the terms of this contract. Due to the sensitive nature of the mission requirements and potential discussion of such with employees, the contractor shall ensure that their company and all instructors for this requirement possess a valid and active US Government Clearance at the “Secret” level.

1.5.20. All contractor employees shall comply with Air Force, Hurlburt Field, and STTS Communications Security (COMSEC) use procedures. All employees shall participate in “STTS Initial COMSEC Training” prior to utilizing COMSEC-enabled property.

During STTS Initial COMSEC Training, all required authorization-to-use paperwork will be completed in conjunction with the STTS COMSEC Program Manager. The Government reserves the right to impose additional COMSEC use requirements as dictated by policy.

1.5.21. The contractor shall assign a primary point of contact (SME), who possesses direct occupational experience in each of the required training capabilities listed in this PWS (specifically paragraph 1.3 and Appendix E). The contractor shall provide the SME’s resume, curriculum vitae, and references should be provided in order to validate these evaluation criteria.

2. Service Summary

2.1. Service Summary (SS)

2.1.1. The service requirements are summarized into performance outcomes that relate directly to mission essential items. The performance thresholds describe the minimum acceptable levels of service required for each requirement. The thresholds are critical to mission success and acceptable (satisfactory) performance.

SS Performance Objective PWS Para Performance Threshold to Receive Satisfactory Rating

Contractor performance met projected schedule.

1.5.12

Contractor supported projected course scheduling requirements 94% of the time (30 of 32 courses conducted annually within STTS date preferences or rescheduled within 14 days of Training Forecast receipt).

Contractor met

Performance Standards required IAW

PWS

1.3 – 1.5

Government received no more than one (1) written customer complaint per class concerning contractor deficiencies relating to the contract requirements, to include course material, employee competency, security procedures, and/or good order and discipline. Contractor identified deficiencies were successfully corrected within ten (10) workdays of notification.

Contractor met required service/delivery schedule. This element applies to contract performance including timely submission of all deliverables identified in the contract.

4.1 Contractor met 95% on time delivery of all required reports.

Contractor complied with all prescribed

Security Requirements.

1.5.15 1.5.19

1.5.20 4.5 4.6 4.7

Appropriate employee clearance is submitted to AGR and CO prior to performance start date. Zero security violations identified during Contract performance.

3. Government Furnished / Provided Equipment

3.1. Overview

3.1.1. The Government will provide the limited facilities, equipment, materials, and services such as internet access.

3.2. Government Provided Equipment and Facilities (GPE/GPF). See Appendix B for an itemized listing.

3.2.1. The Government furnished buildings and facilities, equipment and material, and services provided for herein will only be used for the performance of this contract for those personnel identified on the pricing worksheets. The Government will provide the items listed in Appendix B and C and the following items: classroom (as needed); computer;

monitor, projector; maps/markers; protractors; fully furnished and mission ready field training site; all Government or tactical vehicles; all student personal equipment necessary for training (as listed in the Appendix); use of the Eglin range complex (availability permitting). The Government will fully outfit students attending each course as required. The Government will provide, upon request/approval, “military-specific” equipment.

3.2.2. The Government will supply all necessary instructor support materials and administrative supplies. The contractor shall sign for the material/equipment when required. Equipment will be returned in like condition, less fair wear and tear.

3.2.3. The contractor's access to automation and telecommunications resources will be bound by DoD, Air Force, and 1st Special Operations Communications Squadron policies.

3.2.4. STTS will provide all weapons, ammunition, targets, and tactical vehicles. STTS will secure and manage all associated flat range, shoot house ranges, and vehicle courses.

4. General Information

4.1. Task Order Procedures: Task Order Ordering Procedures: The Contracting Officer will identify the number of classes to fund in each task order in accordance with the Government’s training forecast as identified in paragraph 1.5.12 of this PWS. The Contracting Officer will issue a firm fixed price task order with the stated quantities and performance period at the prices established in the contract. The Contractor shall not start performance of classes until reciept of a funded task order from the Contracting Officer.

4.1.1.FAR Clause 52.217-8, “Option to Extend Services” applies to this contract. The Government may or may not exercise this option. If the Government exercises FAR Clause 52.217-8, the Government will add CLINs to the contract.

4.2. Metrics

4.2.1. The contractor shall provide a copy of the metrics data along with analysis in their monthly report to the Government AGR not later than 4:30 PM (C.S.T) on the last working day of each month. Metrics shall address each SS item and include number of courses executed, status of all observed deficiencies/complaints, course schedule forecast, student/instructor ratio for each completed course, student/instructor outlook for each upcoming course, status of deliverables, and any other contractor or AGR identified metric that will facilitate successful performance of contract requirements.

4.3. Manpower Reporting

4.3.1. Reporting Full-Time-Equivalent (FTE) Data: The contractor shall report ALL contractor labor hours (including subcontractor labor hours) required for performance of services provided under this contract via a secure data collection site. The contractor is required to completely fill in all required data fields at the Contractor Manpower Reporting Application (CMRA) site: http://www.ecmra.mil (select the US Air Force logo).

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

4.3.2. Uses and Safeguarding of Information: Information from the secure web site is considered to be proprietary in nature when the contract number and contractor identity are associated with the direct labor hours and direct labor dollars. At no time will any data be released to the public with the contractor name and contract number associated with the data.

4.3.3. User Manuals: User manuals are available on the front page of the CMRA link at http://www.ecmra.mil http://www.ecmra.mil/ http://www.ecmra.mil/

4.4. Quality Assurance

4.4.1. According to the Inspection of Services clause, the government will evaluate the contractor’s performance under this contract. The AGR will survey the performance under this contract including the performance objectives listed in the Service Summary in Section II of this PWS. Such surveillance will be done according to standard inspection procedures or other contract provisions. Any action taken by the CO as a result of surveillance will be according to the terms of this contract.

4.4.2. Quality Control: The contractor shall provide a Quality Control Plan (QCP) with their proposal as well as documented recognition for program expertise and performance.

Contract ownership will conduct a minimum of two (2) on-site evaluations per year and conduct program assessments with the AGR & Contracting Officer / Contract Specialist.

4.4.2.1. Contents: The plan shall include a detailed description of the processes to be used during performance to ensure the services meet or exceed the requirements of the PWS and contract. The plan shall address each mission essential objective of Section II, Services Summary, and any others considered necessary to meet the contract requirements. The plan shall systematically provide for early identification of nonconforming services, detailed corrective actions required to ensure timely and acceptable performance in accordance with the PWS, identify organizational placement of the inspectors and describe the contractor's partnering approach with the government to ensure mission objectives are met. Additionally, control procedures for government furnished materials, equipment, facilities, and keys or lock combinations shall be included.

4.4.3. Revisions: Revisions to the plan to assure contractor compliance to the requirements of the PWS and contract may be required at any time during performance of the contract.

The contractor shall make appropriate revisions and obtain acceptance of the revised plan from the CO. Revised copies of the QCP shall be provided to the CO and AGR upon acceptance by the CO.

4.4.4. Performance Evaluation Meetings: The CO may require the manager or responsible individual to meet with the CO, contract administrator, AGR, and other government personnel as deemed necessary. The contractor may request a meeting with the CO when he or she believes such a meeting is necessary. Written minutes of any such meetings shall be recorded and signed by the contract manager and the CO or contract administrator. If the contractor does not concur with any portion of the minutes, such non-concurrence shall be provided in writing to the CO by the contractor within ten (10) calendar days following receipt of the minutes.

4.5. Conservation of Utilities: The contractor shall be responsible for operating under conditions that prevent the waste of utilities. Lights shall be used only in areas where and when work is actually being performed.

4.6. Security Requirements: All personnel employed by the contractor in the performance of this contract, or any representative of the contractor entering the government installation, shall abide by all security regulations of the installation.

4.6.1. Base Access: The contractor shall obtain base identification and vehicle passes for all contractor personnel who make frequent visits to or perform work on the Air Force installation(s) cited in the contract. Vehicle registration, proof of insurance and a valid driver's license must be presented for all vehicles to be registered. Contractor personnel are required to wear or prominently display installation identification badges or contractor-furnished, contractor identification badges while visiting or performing work on the installation. See AFFARS clause 5352.242-9001 Common Access Cards (CACs) for Contractor Personnel for further information on contractor use of CACs.

4.7. Contractor Employee Listing

4.7.1. This form shall list every employee requiring access. Every time employees change, it shall be updated to reflect additions and/or deletions. Identify those individuals who require escort authority by including the word “escort” next to their names. Limit the number of individuals designated as escorts to a reasonable number (i.e. one or two). For work locations please use building numbers or areas (i.e. Bldg. 90618 or Red Horse, AMMO Area, etc.). Once completed, email the list to the Contracting Officer in EXCEL or WORD format. The Contracting Officer will then prepare and attach a cover letter, and forward the Employee List to the Visitor Control Center.

4.7.2. Upon notification that the Employee List has been forwarded to the Visitor Control Center, the other two forms (DHS I-9 & CAB) shall be completed and hand carried to the Visitor Control Center by the employee. If everything is in order, they will receive a contractor badge. If an employee will be driving on Hurlburt Field they are required to provide a valid driver’s license, vehicle registration, and proof of insurance. NOTE: The section of the Visitor Control Center administrating this function is closed after 1400 (2:00 p.m.), therefore, employees must arrive prior to this time in order for their documentation to be processed.

4.7.3. During performance of the contract, the contractor shall be responsible for obtaining required identification for newly assigned personnel and for prompt return of credentials and vehicle passes for any employee who no longer requires access to the work site.

4.7.4. When work under this contract requires unescorted entry to controlled or restricted areas, the contractor shall comply with AFI 31-101, Volume 1, The Air Force Installation Security Program, and AFI 31-501, Personnel Security Program Management, as applicable.

4.7.5. Upon completion or termination of the contract or expiration of the identification passes, the contractor shall ensure that all base identification passes issued to employees are returned to the issuing office. Failure to comply with these requirements may result in withholding of final payment.

4.7.6. Driving License/On-base Requirements. The contractor and employees shall comply with base traffic regulations at all sites. The contractor shall ensure employees have a current and valid state/country driver’s license and government license for the type of vehicle being driven before allowing the employee to operate a government vehicle or personal vehicle on Hurlburt Field, Florida. Government vehicle licenses may be obtained through the appropriate base Transportation Squadron and unit vehicle control officer.

4.7.7. Contractor personnel shall comply with all installation and facility safety and security regulations, as well as, the health, safety, and security provisions of the contract.

Contractor personnel shall report security or safety problems to the Contracting Officer and/or Security Police as appropriate.

4.7.7.1. Hurlburt Field Contractor Access Badge Affidavit (CAB)

4.7.7.2. Department of Homeland Security Form 1-9 (OHS 1-9)

4.8. Physical Security: The contractor shall be responsible for safeguarding all government property provided for contractor use. At the end of each work shift, all government facilities, equipment, and materials shall be secured.

4.9. Force Protection Condition (FPCON) Checks: FPCON checks may occur sporadically.

Increased military security measures will dictate the use of force protection conditions (FPCON Alpha, Bravo, Charlie or Delta) for the base. The AGR will notify the contractor if the base FPCON level changes and provide the appropriate FPCON instructions to follow.

4.10. Computer Security: The contractor shall maintain computer systems security integrity in accordance with the Air Force Computer Security (COMPUSEC) program (AFSSI 5102). The contractor personnel will be required to complete testing IAW AFI 33- 204, Information Assurance Awareness Program and satisfy any other local requirements set forth by the 1st Special Operations Communications Squadron or other government agency prior to being allowed access to government computers.

APPENDIX A: Definitions

General and Technical Definitions

Accountability: The obligation, imposed by law, lawful order, or regulation, of a person to keep an accurate record of property, documents, or funds. The person having this obligation may or may not have actual possession of the property, documents or funds.

Authorized Government Representative (AGR): Government personnel identified, by appointment letter by the CO, to carry out specific duties in administration of the contract. Limits of authority may be identified in appointment letter or within the contract itself.

Automation: Automation implies the use of automatic data processing equipment such as a computer or other laborsaving device.

Computer Operator Maintenance: Simple tasks that may be accomplished by a reasonably computer literate individual, such as, but not limited to: checking power source connections, peripheral cables connection, printers are on-line, paper is properly loaded, covers and paper bales correctly closed and positioned so micro-switches are engaged; change toner, ink cartridges, printer drum, paper; and clean printer.

Computer Systems: A grouping of hardware, software, and telecommunication components. The system may be a network computer, personal computer or multiple personal computers with peripheral devices connected via communication lines.

Contracting Officer (CO): A person who either by virtue of his/her position and appointment has authority to enter into, administer, or terminate contracts or otherwise obligate the Government to the extent of the authority delegated to them.

Established Training Service: A period of performance lasting no less than one (1) year between the vendor and a Special Operations (or equivalent) organization.

Equivalent: Suitable substitute, as determined by AGR on case-by-case basis.

Finalized: Any courses listed on the Training Forecast that are not identified as “unable-to- preform” within 14 days of receipt by the contractor are eligible for the Government to finalize. All such schedule requests that are not changed by the Government are automatically finalized 30 days before course commencement.