PWS_304th_Freefall__Trainings_v3.pdf

304th Rescue Squadron

Advanced Tactical Military Freefall (MFF)/High Altitude ‐ High Opening (HAHO) Training

Performance Work Statement

23 November 2016

1.1. Background

1.2. Advanced High‐Altitude High‐Opening (HAHO) parachute insertion capability is a requirement for 304th Rescue Squadron. The course provided needs to be the equivalent of the Advanced Tactical Infiltration Course (ATIC). ATIC is the acknowledged military freefall standard and the tactical standard of United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM). Training to this standard increases the ability of the 304th Rescue Squadron to conduct interoperability with other units, particularly within SOCOM. Due to the inability to obtain seats to the USSOCOM‐run ATIC, units are required to outsource to ATIC‐equivalent contractor companies. The 304th Rescue Squadron does not have qualified ATIC instructors organic to their unit or the ability to create them. Therefore, 304th Rescue Squadrons’ only recourse is to contract private companies to develop this high demand capability.

1.3. HAHO capabilities have become more relevant in the past ten years with the proliferation of advanced anti‐access technologies, the increase of near‐peer adversaries, and the development of terrorist and hybrid networks operating in a wide range of tactical environments and geographical locations. Additionally, the requirement to conduct ground reconnaissance during Joint Operations presents a force protection issue that can be mitigated by offset HAHO/ Special Insertion/Extraction (SPIE) methods. HAHO is the tactical standard across all services. The ability to insert teams without detection reduces risk to mission and to the force. This training enhances survivability, lethality, and increases mission value. By building on the foundations of basic Military Freefall (MFF) skills through the conduct of an advanced tactical HAHO training package, [unit] is able to achieve the standards required by the METLs and be considered operationally ready for MFF.

1.4. Risk of jumper injury will be reduced through detailed class instruction, ground practical application, and execution in a realistic training environment performed by qualified instructors with a minimum 5 years of actual military free fall experience and a minimum of three years as a certified Military Freefall Instructor (MFFI).

1.5. Problem: MFF Training Availability. 304th Rescue Squadron, by virtue of their mission, are subject to arduous deployment schedules which inhibit their ability to get 16 personnel into scarce slots at military school houses. This is especially true when it comes to in‐demand resources, such as MFF training.

1.6. Problem: MFF Training Relevance. While standard civilian run canopy control courses enable rudimentary freefall skills and sport skydiving techniques. These are skills that fall short of the extensive tactical MFF capabilities. 304th Rescue Squadron must be able to deploy from high altitude with up to 16 jumpers in response to a mission requirements or a crisis, where national‐level priorities rely upon first‐ time success. While civilian canopy control programs establish basic canopy familiarization, tactical MFF courses establish a baseline of operational tactics through which students develop above average canopy control skills, far beyond basic skills acquired in civilian courses.

1.7. Course Purpose. The course needs to provide training that will give 304th Rescue Squadron the ability to understand the mechanics; methodology and TTPs of conducting tactical HAHO operations on multiple unknown/unmarked drop zones of varying terrain as a team. The training will encompass planning, mission prep and execution of such operations and give a solid understanding of what is needed to conduct HAHOs in a combat environment.

1.8. Training Requirements

1.9. Training Summary. Contractor shall provide 1 tactical HAHO course of instruction for a maximum of 16 personnel in each course. The overall intent of the training is to give the 304th Rescue Squadron the ability to understand the mechanics; methodology and TTPs of conducting tactical High Altitude High Opening (HAHO) operations on multiple unknown/unmarked drop zones as a team. The training will encompass planning, mission prep and execution of such operations and give a solid understanding of what is needed to conduct HAHOs in a combat environment. Furthermore, the contractor shall provide:

One (1) aircraft and aircrew for Day and Night Military Free Fall (MFF) / Double Bag Static Line (DBSL) High Altitude HighOpening (HAHO) and High Altitude Low Opening HALO proficiency training.

Training facility must be located within 200 miles of Nellis AFB and have a minimum of 12 individually surveyed military drop zones listed in the ZAR, including one JPADS DZ.

Thirty (30) flight hours will be required for the flight portion of this training course any repositioning hour costs must be included in the price of of the thirty hours.

1.10. Course Points of Instruction:

1) HAHO Grouping and Canopy Control

2) Advanced Aerial Navigation

3) Rig an Electronic Navigation Board System for MFF/DBSL Operations

4) Provide hands‐on training for mission and MFF planning with DoD‐accredited software, such as ATAK

5) Program and Electronic Navigation Board System for MFF/DBSL Operations

6) Compute the High‐Altitude Release Point (HARP) for a HAHO Operation Utilizing

Electronic Navigation Equipment

7) Specialized Weapons and Equipment Rigging

8) Perform Jumpmaster Personnel Inspection (JMPI) on an MFF/DBSL Parachutist

9) Night Vision Goggle (NVG) Rigging and Employment

10) JM/Pilot Coordination and VWT Training

11) Perform MFF HAHO jump with up to a 25 nm stand‐off

12) MFF/DBSL HAHO operations using rear ramp exits at 18,000 feet MSL

13) Record and Review video of Jumps, and Debrief Jumpers based on Points of Instruction

14) Perform MFF/DBSL HAHO Parachute Jumps Utilizing Electronic Navigation & Combat

Equipment

15) Operate the Electronic Navigation System while Under Canopy

16) Maneuver Ram Air Canopy to Designated Point on the Drop Zone Utilizing Electronic

Navigation Equipment

17) Perform MFF/DBSL Operations with NVGs, Special Weapons & Equipment and Portable

O2 System

18) Train the trainer qualifications for 304RQS MFF/DBSL Jumpmasters to administer MFF/DBSL/NVG training.

19) Perform a Blind Drop for an MFF/DBSL Operation

20) Rough Terrain Landing

1.11. Trainer Qualifications

1.12. Instructors. The lead instructor must have experience as an U.S. Army ATIC instructor or equivalent, and all instructors shall be ATIC qualified with extensive knowledge in MFF HAHO & NVG operations. The instructors shall be familiar with AFMAN 11‐411/11‐420, AFI 13‐217, AFI 11‐231 and AFI 11‐410 ACC Sup. Course Director shall have over 10 years of experience in special operations MFF applications and have prior experience instructing special operations forces on MFF insertions. All course instructors should hold, as a minimum, SL and MFF/DBSL JM rating. Instructors must have minimum 5 years of actual military free fall experience and a minimum of three years as a certified Military Freefall Instructor (MFFI) and demonstrable experience / expertise conducting MFF jumps with military parachutes such as the CPS Special Operations Vector III Parachute System.

1.13. IAW AFI 11‐410 Paragraph 8.7.2, “US citizens not covered by the Federal Employees’ Compensation Act (FECA) must sign the hold harmless agreement contained in Attachment 4. US citizens who are not employed by the DoD must be members of the United States Parachute Association, possess a D‐license, and be certified for the skill being accomplished. At no time will the scope of operations exceed the parachutist’s certifications or guidelines, as they apply to the jumper.”

1.14. Contracting company will provide signed copies of hold harmless agreements, USPA license and qualification certificates with proposal submission for unit approval.

1.15. Authorized Trainers ‐ Ref. [USAF AFMAN 11‐411]: “The initial train the trainer qualifications will be done by Soldiers who have completed the Tactical Infiltration course at Yuma Proving Ground (completion dates inclusive from January 2010) or through members of the MFF/DBSL School Tactical Application Detachment. Once initial training throughout the force has commenced, any current MFF/DBSL Jumpmaster who has completed the approved NVG training support package may administer MFF/DBSL/NVG training.”

Government Furnished Property and Services:

1.17. The 304th Rescue Squadron will provide CPS SOV III Parachutes (minimum of two per student and instructor)

1.18. Contractors will be allowed to utilize government parachute systems for all training

1.19. Contractors are authorized to perform jump operations and flight duties out of aircraft provided in contract

1.20. Sufficient quantities and types of MFF/DBSL equipment to supply a combat load for all students attending

1.21. Individual radios for jumpers, instructors, and DZ Crew

1.22. Radios for communication with the aircraft

1.23. Night vision devices capable of mounting on jump helmets during HAHO operations

1.24. Parachutist High Altitude Oxygen System (PHAOS) bailout bottles for students and instructors

1.25. PHAOS masks for students and instructors

1.26. Altimeters for students

1.27. Parachutist Individual Kits (PIEK) for students

1.28. O2 consoles

1.30. The unit personnel will conduct all required in‐process inspections during packing operations.

1.31. IAW AFI 11‐410 Paragraph 8.7.2, the [unit] will coordinate “approval authority for US citizens not employed by the DoD to perform official parachute jumps from aircraft owned, leased or operated by the USAF” with the MMC/A3.

1.32. Contractors are provided and authorized to utilize unit (government) parachute systems and associated accessories to accomplish the specified training

1.33. Individual and team equipment and uniforms will be provided as needed.

1.34. Streamers, wind drift indicators, and deployable drop bundles as needed

1.35. Any oxygen equipment required by parachutists or safeties to perform HALO/HAHO operations.

1.36. All equipment necessary for MTTB, Tandem, and / or JPADS operations.

1.37. The unit will provide all necessary transportation to and from the training area as appropriate for attending members.

Contractor Provided Facility and Training Support Services:

1.39. Airfield/Drop Zones. The Contractor shall supply a 15,000 sq ft access controlled facility

1.40. Direct access to an airfield.

1.41. The airfield must have a sufficient runway and facilities to accommodate a C‐130 or equivalent.

1.42. The Contractor shall provide DZ landing jumper and parachute recovery capability

1.43. The Contractor shall provide at least 12 Zone Availability Report (ZAR) listed drop zones.

1.44. Classroom. The Contractor shall provide climate controlled classroom complete with multimedia spaces available for formal and informal instruction.

1.45. Secured Facility. Due to the high‐risk nature of parachute operations, a secured climate controlled area with double lock capability shall be provided.

1.46. The Contractor shall provide and coordinate medical support in the form of air medevac capabilities

1.47. The Contractor shall provide liaison to medical facilities in the area

1.48. The Contractor shall provide initial coordination of air evacuation of casualty

Aircraft and Aircraft Support Services:

1.50. Aircraft. In the event a contractor provide aircraft is required, the Contractor shall provide (1) aircraft, capable of conducting MFF parachute operations at an altitude of 18,000ft mean sea‐level utilizing a rear ramp exit. This aircraft must be an approved Air Mobility Command aircraft (DOD approved Intrastate Commercial Carriers per DoDI 4500.53), which is authorized to conduct parachute operations with DoD personnel. The aircraft must be have a rear ramp that is static line capable and the aircraft must also be capable of handling 3500 lbs and be able to support 10 combat loaded jumpers and 1 MFF Jumpmaster simultaneously.

1.51. The contractor is responsible for all aircraft maintenance, mechanical support, and airfield storage.

1.52. Pilots. Pilots shall adhere to the following special qualifications:

1.53. 100 hours experience performing airdrop operations

1.54. Multi‐Rating Pilot License & Docs Required

1.55. U.S. Commercial Pilots License (CPL)

1.56. Aircrew. The aircrew shall be knowledgeable in current military static line and freefall tactics and procedures relating to aircrew and jumpmaster interface/coordination IAW [AFI 11‐410 Personnel Parachute Operations].

1.57. Certifications. The vendor should/will be DoD approved commercial operators to include aircraft certifications and licenses in accordance with US Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) Directive 350‐8.

1.58. Blade Hours. The Contractor shall provide, during the training period of performance, 30 operational blade hours.

1.59. Period of Performance

1.60. Period of Performance. JAN 30, 2017 to FEB 11, 2017

1.61. Schedule. The following is a detailed course itinerary: Note that some deviations from the itinerary may occur due to time, personnel, or environmental limitations.

1.62. Day 1‐6: Introduction to HAHO canopy control, stacking, grouping, communication and NVG Emergency Procedures, rigging of weapons, equipment, oxygen and NVGs. Followed by instruction to computer and GPS advanced navigational aids. Provide overview of JM duties (including JMPI demonstration), pilot briefs and coordination, and plan and execution successful jump operations utilizing NVG MFF/DBSL HAHO operations. Perform Day MFF/DBSL NVG upgrade training consisting of slick, equipment, oxygen and NVG jumps. Estimated two jumps daily, unless weather or any other unforeseen safety factors are present. Must include at least one fully combat equipped, O2 jump from

18,000 MSL.

1.63. Day 7‐13: Perform Night MFF/DBSL NVG upgrade training consisting of slick, equipment, oxygen and NVG jumps. Estimated two jumps daily, unless weather or any other unforeseen safety factors are present. Must include at least one fully combat equipped, O2 jump from 18,000 MSL.

1.64. The following are the projected periods of performance for the detailed course(s) of instruction:

Note that some deviations from the itinerary may occur due to time, personnel, or environmental limitations and every effort will be made to communicate all changes 30 days prior to implementation.

1.65. Course #1: 30 Jan – 11 Feb 2017

1.66. Place of Performance

1.67. Place of Performance. Contractor performance location shall meet the following criteria

1.68. Located within 200 miles of Nellis AFB

1.69. Dry climate with fairly predictable weather

1.70. No major air traffic routes through training area

1.71. No major mountainous regions to traverse during training

1.72. No significantly large bodies of water that would increase the risk to parachute operations

1.73. Contractor Provided Services

1.74. Contractor will provide reliable subject matter expert instructors that have been validated by the unit prior to the course starting. Instructors must be willing to move throughout the training area with unit members for the duration of the training period

1.76. Contractor will provide aircraft and aircrews as specified

1.77. Contractor must provide coordination with local rescue and EMS system if needed should an accident occur during training iterations

1.78. Contractor must provide suitable and appropriate instructional aides to be used by instructors for demonstration and training purposes

1.79. Contractor must provide at least two (2) instructors for 16 students

1.80. Contractor must provide Video equipment for De‐Briefs

1.81. Contractor must coordinate and provide lodging and per diem for Instructors & Pilots to meet training objectives

1.82. The aircrew operating the aircraft must be licensed to fly that type of aircraft in the surrounding four corners area to include Utah, Colorado, Arizona, and New Mexico area and Nevada. All aircrew personnel shall be United States citizens with citizenship verifiable by provision of birth record or passport. The Aircraft must have valid certification to fly in United States and will be used for free fall or static line use

1.83. The vendor shall have insurance coverage to include parachute and HALO/HAHO/SL operations per DoD certification

1.84. Necessary miscellaneous office supplies, as needed to fulfill contract

1.85. The cost of the contractor's lodging and per diem shall be included in the firm fixed price

1.86. The cost of transporting aircraft and aircrew to the performance site shall be included in the firm fixed price

1.87. Contractor shall provide/coordinate the use of the following:

1.88. Area suitable for classroom discussions/training with digital media capabilities

1.89. Special equipment and group gear as appropriate/necessary

1.90. Contractor must provide a minimum of a 15,000 square foot facility with direct access to aircraft and loading area.

1.91. Contractor must provide a minimum of twelve (12) Drop Zones that are current and listed on the

ZAR.

1.93. Six K bottles of Oxygen

1.94. The Contractor shall provide all transportation, meals, and lodging for all contractor personnel.

1.95. Aircraft. The type of aircraft shall possess the following features/specifications:

1.96. Certified/approved by the US Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) or US Air Mobility Command (AMC) to deliver US Military Freefall and Static Line Operations personnel.

1.97. At a minimum, standard VHF/AM radios are required with UHF radio preferred and, if available, Global Positioning System (GPS) Navigation.

1.98. Side mounted troop seats (military style canvas/nylon seats with extended length seats) for ten

(10) parachutists per lift.

1.99. Parachute jump lights (red/green) must be in cargo compartment for jumpmaster/aircrew coordination.

1.101. The aircraft must be configured for over the ramp static line operations

1.102. Aircraft must be configured for day and night HALO/HAHO operations

1.103. Static line cables and retrieval system

1.104. Static line cables must be permanently installed; temporary installations are not acceptable. The aircraft must be configured for over the ramp static line operations

1.105. Aircraft must be capable of air drop operations up to 18,000ft MSL via rear ramp. The aircraft ramp must have a non‐skid surface

1.106. A clean and serviceable aircraft with qualified aircrew

1.107. ATIC Certification.