FA5641-15-R-0007_Amd_0001 _Attachment_1_PWS.pdf

FA5641-15-R-0007 Amendment 0001 Attachment 1, PWS

Performance Work Statement (PWS) for

Aircrew Training; Live, Virtual and Constructive (LVC); Academic; and Simulator II (ATLAS II)

HQ USAFE/A3T

Date: 1 June 2015

Table of Contents

SECTION 1 - DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

1.1. OBJECTIVES

1.2. SCOPE

1.3. REQUIREMENTS

1.4. STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE FOR CONTRACTORS

1.5. ACADEMIC INSTRUCTION

1.6. SIMULATOR INSTRUCTION

1.7. SIMULATOR SUPPORT

1.8. REQUIRED REPORTS

1.9. EMPLOYEE TRAINING

1.10. CONTRACTOR REIMBURSEMENT FOR TEMPORARY DUTY TRAVEL (TDY)

1.11. CONTRACTOR INSTRUCTOR CT SIMULATOR SORTIES

SECTION 2 - SERVICE SUMMARY

2.1. SERVICE SUMMARY TABLE

SECTION 3 - PROPERTY AND SERVICES

3.1. GENERAL INFORMATION

3.2. GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED PROPERTY

3.3. GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED SERVICES

3.4. CONTRACTOR FURNISHED PROPERTY AND SERVICES

3.5. PHYSICAL SECURITY

SECTION 4 - GENERAL INFORMATION

4.1. CONTRACTOR EMPLOYEES

4.2. EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONS

4.3. CONTRACTOR SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

4.4. SIMULATOR TRAINING CENTERS

4.5. HOURS OF OPERATION

4.6. FEDERAL LEGAL HOLIDAYS

4.7. GOVERNMENT/CONTRACTOR LINES OF COMMUNICATION

4.8. LOGISTICS SUPPORT

4.9. CONTRACTOR MANPOWER REPORTING

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4.10. DEFINITIONS

4.11. LIST OF ACRONYMS

APPENDIX 1 – WORK LOAD ESTIMATE

APPENDIX 2 – PUBLICATIONS AND FORMS

APPENDIX 3 – CONTRACT INSTRUCTOR DIRECT SUPPORT SORTIES

APPENDIX 4 – ACADEMIC EVENTS

APPENDIX 5 – TRAINING INITIAL CONDITION (TIC) FILE LIBRARY

APPENDIX 6 – DELIVERABLES

APPENDIX 7 – CONTRACT INSTRUCTOR FAMILIARIZATION FLIGHTS

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SECTION 1 - DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

1.1. OBJECTIVES

1.1.1. The objective of the “Aircrew Training; Live, Virtual and Constructive (LVC); Academic; and Simulator” (ATLAS) contract is to maximize the United States Air Forces Europe’s (USAFE) operational effectiveness and combat capability while preserving our limited personnel, aircraft and resources.

1.2. SCOPE

1.2.1. The Contractor shall provide ATLAS services at the current locations of (1) Aviano Air Base (AB), Italy; (2) Royal Air Force (RAF) Lakenheath, UK; and (3) Spangdahelm AB, Germany. However, the Government reserves the right to negotiate changes in Mission Design Series (MDS), locations, and training devices based on mission requirements.

1.3. REQUIREMENTS

1.3.1. The Contractor shall conduct academic training including, but not limited to, Cockpit / Crew Resource Management (CRM), Instrument Refresher Course (IRC), Theater Indoctrination (TI), Local Area Orientation (LAO), and simulator training. Simulator support includes, but not limited to, Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) and Distributed Mission Operations (DMO) in support of USAFE aircrew training. The subparagraphs below outline the current MDSs, locations, and training devices.

1.3.1.1. Aviano AB, Italy – two F-16 (Block 40) fighter squadrons. The 31st Operations Group (31 OG) has a two-ship F-16 Unit Training Device (UTD). In addition, the 31 OG uses the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) F-16 experimental Deployable Tactical Trainer (DTT) which is a two-ship. A four-ship Mission Training Center (MTC) is anticipated to be added during the period of performance.

1.3.1.2. RAF Lakenheath, United Kingdom (UK) – one F-15C fighter squadron, two F-15E fighter squadrons, and one HH-60 helicopter squadron. The 48th Operations Group (48 OG) has a four-ship F-15C MTC and a two-ship F-15E MTC. Two F-15E Manned Combat Stations (MCS) provide a four-ship training capability.

1.3.1.3. Spangdahlem AB, Germany – one F-16 (Block 50) fighter squadron. The 52nd Operations Group (52 OG) has a four-ship F-16 MTC and a two-ship F-16 UTD.

1.3.2. The Contractor shall furnish all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision and other items and services required to perform aircrew training except for the property and services specifically stated as Government-furnished in Section 3 of this PWS.

1.4. STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE FOR CONTRACTORS

1.4.1. The standards of performance for Contractor personnel shall be equivalent to completion standards of the applicable Instructor Upgrade Training Course and the Classroom Instructor Course (CIC).

1.4.2. The Contractor shall provide academic and simulator instruction to allow aircrew to meet the performance standards of the 31 OG / 48 OG / 52 OG training syllabi and applicable publications.

1.4.3. The Contractor shall be knowledgeable on all applicable publications listed in Appendix 2 to the extent the Contractor can demonstrate an understanding by properly referencing and including publication in the training instruction.

1.4.4. The Contractor shall be knowledgeable on the Air Traffic Control service and radio procedures to the extent the instruction ensures students are able to demonstrate proficiency.

These procedures will be used during academic and simulator instruction and shall be In- Accordance-With (IAW) the most current edition of the Federal Aviation Regulation Handbook, General Planning (GP), Area Planning (AP), and applicable Host Nation (HN) document(s).

1.4.5. The Contractor shall be knowledgeable of tactical radio procedures to the same extent as specified in paragraph 1.4.4. These procedures will be used during academic and simulator instruction and shall be IAW, local directives and current applicable Air Force Tactics, Techniques and Procedures (AFTTP) tactics manuals (the Government will provide controlled access to all classified manuals).

1.4.6. Annual proficiency checks of Contractor personnel will be administered and documented by the Operations Group (OG) Standardization / Evaluation (OGV) aircrew or designated official. Each respective OGV will develop local procedures to document (e.g. AF IMT 803) and track annual proficiency checks.

1.4.6.1. Proficiency checks shall be conducted as console instructors on a syllabus directed device event (e.g., Situational Emergency Procedure Training (SEPT), Mission Emergency Procedures Evaluation (MEPE), Night Vision Goggles (NVG), etc.) where the instructor’s ability, knowledge and proficiency can be assessed.

1.4.6.2. The OGV or designated official will provide courseware audits annually for currency and accuracy. Each contractor instructor designated as an academic instructor will receive an annual proficiency check in at least one course for which they are qualified to instruct.

1.4.7. The Contractor shall attend scheduled flight safety meetings.

1.4.8. The Contractor shall attend scheduled Squadron Weapons and Tactics (SWATT) and intelligence meetings.

1.4.9. The Contractor shall perform as flight evaluation board or mishap (safety or accident) investigation board aircrew member (as required).

1.4.10. The Contractor shall support simultaneous academic and simulator instruction (i.e., concurrent briefings/debriefings and simulator missions) on multiple aircrew training devices.

1.4.11. On a non-interference basis to the unit’s mission, the contractor shall provide the COR with a demonstration of the general capabilities of the Instructor Operating Station (IOS) or cockpit functionality.

1.4.12. During the two month Phase-In period, the Contractor shall support the orderly transfer of support responsibilities from the incumbent contractor. During this time, the Contractor shall prepare and become fully operational to assume complete contract responsibility. The Contractor shall accomplish tasks such as hiring and training personnel, gaining Department of Defense Contractor Personnel (DOCPER) Office approvals, if applicable, and transition with the outgoing contractor.

1.4.13. The Contractor shall support a Phase-Out period. The Phase-Out shall ensure continuity of services in the event the incumbent contractor does not receive the follow-on award, including discussions of workload estimates, priority allocations of personnel and resources, scheduled completion dates of key events. The Contractor shall also provide all continuity books and software user guides. The Contractor shall coordinate with any offices/agencies, as required, to establish transfer of site licenses for Contractor provided software that will be retained by the Government. The approach shall ensure a smooth and uninterrupted transition of the incumbent personnel, as applicable.

1.5. ACADEMIC INSTRUCTION. The Contractor shall:

1.5.1. Perform academic instruction using the applicable Air Force Instruction (AFI) 11-2X-XX-V1 (X-XX is the particular MDS – i.e., F-16 or F-15. V1 references Volume 1); Major Command (MAJCOM), and OG supplements (flight training syllabus); and unit developed blocks of instruction.

1.5.1.1. Provide training feedback forms to be completed by the students on a minimum of one academic training course per quarter. Each quarter, the Contractor shall request feedback on a different academic course. The feedback forms shall be submitted to the site Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).

1.5.2. Provide Cockpit / Crew Resource Management (CRM) instruction as required in AFI 11-290, Cockpit / Crew Resource Management Program. The Contractor shall assist the Government in developing, reviewing and revising the CRM courseware.

1.5.3. Provide IRC instruction as required in Air Force Manual (AFMAN) 11-210, Instrument Refresher Course Program. The Contractor shall assist the Government in developing, reviewing and revising the IRC courseware.

1.5.4. Provide requested Theater Indoctrination (TI)/Local Area Operations (LAO) instruction to assigned aircrews IAW AFI 11-202V1, Aircrew Training, and AFI 11-2X-XX-V1(s) and associated supplements. The Contractor shall assist the Government in developing, reviewing and revising the TI/LAO courseware.

1.5.5. Maintain an on-site continuity book for the academic portion of instruction. The continuity book shall include, at minimum, points of contact, duties and responsibilities, and miscellaneous information such as average academic time, courseware, and recommendations to improve the course. The book is to be continuously revised to reflect changes to the academic course and, upon contract completion, shall be turned over to the Government.

1.5.6. Create and manage an on-site hardcopy library of reference material for each academic course to include, but not limited to, Technical Order (T.O.) reference notes, publications, CRM material, IRC material, publications, etc.

1.6. SIMULATOR INSTRUCTION. The Contractor shall:

1.6.1. Perform simulator training using the applicable AFI 11-2X-XX-V1 and OG supplement (flight training syllabus).

1.6.2. Review aircrew grade book and ensure mission prerequisites have been accomplished.

1.6.3. Brief aircrew on mission objectives, mission tasks, performance standards, notes and special instruction.

1.6.4. Instruct aircrew in such a manner that performance standards will be met.

1.6.5. Critique aircrew verbally on all errors committed during the course of the training.

1.6.6. Instruct aircrew in techniques and corrective procedures to help aircrew avoid repetition of errors from the IOS console and/or as flight members.

1.6.7. Debrief aircrew on mission objectives, mission tasks, performance standards, notes and special instructions.

1.6.8. Complete grade sheets IAW the OG supplement (flight training syllabus).

1.6.9. Develop necessary scenario files to support simulator missions (e.g., Training Initial Conditions (TIC) files for the F-15C, F-15E, and F-16). The Contractor shall manage a hardcopy and/or electronic library of reference material for each mission scenario to include, but not limited to, briefing guides, line up cards, target maps, syllabus requirements, etc., as required.

1.7. SIMULATOR SUPPORT. The Contractor shall:

1.7.1. Direct Support: The Contractor shall perform simulator cockpit duties as instructor pilots, flight members, participating in any flight position, and while in a simulator mission to support aircrew training objectives.

1.7.2. Simulator Test and Evaluation Support: The Contractor shall verify and validate all simulator, DMO, or LVC upgrades that could affect aircrew training. This is to ensure that host base simulators, DMO or LVC upgrades meet expected training and concurrency requirements and do not have local nuisances. The Contractor shall conduct all necessary pre-mission planning for test and evaluation missions. The Contractor shall set up and attend Video Teleconference (VTC) briefs / debriefs (if required) in addition to manning the IOS during mission training.

1.7.3. Virtual Flag Support: The Contractor shall conduct all necessary pre-mission planning for Virtual Flag missions. The Contractor shall set up and attend VTC briefs / debriefs (if required) in addition to manning the IOS.

1.7.4. Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) Support: The Contractor shall perform simulator cockpit duties as a flight member in a simulator mission to support JTAC training objectives. JTAC support shall not interfere with host-wing training and shall be used when host-wing units deploy or host-wing is not conducting simulator training.

1.7.5. Red Carpet Tour Support: The contract shall provide support for Red Carpet and similar tours of the simulator facility.

1.7.6. Engine Run Training Support: The Contractor shall provide support and instruction for Engine Run Training.

1.8. REQUIRED REPORTS. The Contractor shall prepare and submit reports through the site COR to the COR Supervisor per Appendix 6.

1.8.1 Monthly Status Report: The Contractor shall provide monthly status on accomplishing requirements to include academic and simulator instruction. In addition, the Contractor shall report successes, issues, recommendations, and any other pertinent information.

1.9. EMPLOYEE TRAINING. In the event the Government requests the Contractor to travel in performance of this contract, the Contractor will be reimbursed under a separate “Cost Reimbursable Travel” contract line item. Further, if required in the performance of this PWS, and agreed to by the Contractor, the Contracting Officer (CO) and the COR Supervisor, contract personnel shall attend Air Force special schools to enhance the Contractor’s expertise (e.g., USAF Weapons Center academics, Electronic Warfare School, etc.) and any other appropriate meeting or conferences as requested by the COR Supervisor. The Contract Site Manager (CSM) shall coordinate on all travel requests, the COR Supervisor will approve the request and the contracting office will confirm funds availability. The travel funds will cover personal travel costs to include airfare, lodging and per diem in accordance with the Department of Defense (DoD) Joint Travel Regulations (JTR) on a cost reimbursable basis.

1.10. CONTRACTOR REIMBURSEMENT FOR TEMPORARY DUTY TRAVEL (TDY)

1.10.1. All Contractor travel shall be directed and approved by the supported agency and the designated COR. A Government Letter of Identification (LOI) shall initiate all Temporary Duty Travel (TDY); the LOI will be used for identification purposes only. The Contractor is responsible for ensuring employees understand the specific privileges (ex. billeting, exchange, commissary, postal services, etc.) authorized at each location. The privileges mentioned above are only authorized for Outside the Continental United States (OCONUS) travel and do not apply to Continental United States (CONUS) locations. Approved TDY will be reimbursed to the Contractor in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 31 and the DoD JTR. Travel expenses (i.e., air fare, auto rental, per diem, billeting, and movement of assets) will be reimbursed under the contract.

Miscellaneous travel in conjunction with daily work performed in and around the work site will not be reimbursed.

1.10.2. The Contractor shall prepare travel documentation packages for each TDY. The Contractor shall prepare a LOI for each Contractor employee who will participate in each TDY tasking. For travel authorization, these LOIs shall be processed no later than 14 work days prior to contract personnel beginning travel through the COR Supervisor to a CO, or their designee for signature.

1.10.3. Air Transportation: Air transportation may be made by the Contractor’s own travel agency. Travel arrangements can be made prior to approval and publication of travel orders;

however, the contractor does so at its own risk. All travel shall be at coach / tourist (i.e.

Government category) accommodations unless otherwise approved by the CO. The Government reserves the right to provide Government / military transportation or commercially owned air transportation when it is advantageous to the Government.

1.10.4. Per Diem: While a Contractor employee is in a Government authorized travel status, the Contractor will be reimbursed a per diem allowance for subsistence and lodging in accordance with the FAR 31.205-46 Travel Costs. Per Diem payments shall be made after receipt of proper travel voucher and supporting documentation and shall not exceed allowable amounts.

1.10.5. Billeting: For travel to military installations, the traveler will make billeting arrangements through the destination base’s billeting office. In the event on-base billeting is not available, Contractor personnel shall obtain a certificate of non-availability from the destination base’s billeting office. This certificate shall be filed with the travel voucher for per diem payment. If a non-availability statement is not submitted, the per diem rate for on base billeting will be used for payment. For travel to non-military destinations, the traveler will be responsible for arranging and reserving suitable quarters. Under these travel conditions the travel orders normally will detail the non-military destination and accommodations. Lodging will be reimbursed based on actual cost Not-To-Exceed (NTE) allowable amounts set forth for civilians and military employees in the JTR.

1.10.6. Travel Protocol: When traveling on Government business, Contractor employees shall travel at a maximum equivalent grade of General Schedule (GS) 12. This General Schedule Equivalent (GSE) grade will be placed on all LOIs to establish travel, billeting and per diem rates.

1.10.7. Clearances: The necessary clearances and approvals shall be obtained prior to travel.

When required, the Government will request the local Special Security Officer (SSO) to forward Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearances to the SSO of the destination.

1.10.8. Travel Reimbursement: When the Government authorizes travel, all travel receipts, including the printed air fare receipt, shall be supplied with the invoice and payment will be made on a cost reimbursable basis with the invoice payment.

1.11. CONTRACTOR INSTRUCTOR CT SIMULATOR SORTIES

1.11.1. Contractor instructors will use Continuation Training (CT) simulator sorties, on a non-interference basis, to maintain proficiency in current tactics and employment standards.

1.11.2. CT sorties are at no-cost to the Government. CT sorties shall not preclude performance of academic or training device events.

SECTION 2 - SERVICE SUMMARY

2.1. SERVICE SUMMARY TABLE. The following table summarizes the performance objectives and thresholds that will be used to assess contractor performance and compliance of the associated

PWS.

PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVE PERFORMANCE

REFERENCE

PERFORMANCE

THRESHOLD

Contractor maintains qualified personnel.

PWS para. 1.4.6.

and 4.2.

Contractor personnel must provide a qualified workforce 100% of the time.

Contractor passes all annual proficiency checks.

Contractor meets security requirements.

PWS para. 3.5.

and 4.3.

Contractor ensures no major security violations occur and no more than one minor violation during a one year period.

PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVE PERFORMANCE

REFERENCE

PERFORMANCE

THRESHOLD

Contractor performs academic/simulator instruction events.

PWS para 1.4.2.

and APPENDIX 1

Contractor provides 100% of scheduled academic and simulator events. The Contractor shall correct all areas of the customer feedback that are less than satisfactory within the timeframe specified by the COR.

Contractor submits required reports. APPENDIX 6

Contractor submits 90% of the required deliverables by timelines identified in Appendix 6. The other 10% shall be submitted within 5 days after suspense identified in Appendix 6.

SECTION 3 - PROPERTY AND SERVICES

3.1. GENERAL INFORMATION. This section specifies the property (facilities, equipment, and materials) that will be provided by the Government to the Contractor in order to perform the requirements of this contract. The Contractor shall provide any other facilities, equipment, or services that the Contractor determines necessary to accomplish this contract effort.

3.2. GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED PROPERTY. The Government will provide the facilities, equipment, and materials to the Contractor for performance of the required services. The United States Government (USG) maintains accountability for all property and equipment provided to the Contractor for performance under this contract. In accordance with FAR 45.000(b)(5), all Government provided property and equipment is incidental to the place of performance and is not subject to FAR Part 45, Government Property.

3.2.1. Facilities, Government-Maintained.

3.2.1.1. The Contractor shall notify the Government when hazards are discovered for corrective action. Deficiencies will be addressed IAW with local procedures and applicable HN Health and Safety standards.

3.2.1.2. Compliance with local laws and regulations for the protection of employees is exclusively the obligation of the Contractor. Further, the Government will assume no liability or responsibility for the Contractor’s compliance or noncompliance with such requirements, with the exception of the aforementioned requirement to make corrections according to approved plans of abatement subject to base-wide priorities.

3.2.1.3. Before any modification of the facilities performed by the Contractor at his or her expense, the Contractor shall furnish the CO documentation describing, in detail, the modification requested. No alterations to the facilities shall be made without specific written permission from the CO.

3.2.1.4. These facilities shall be used by the contractor only in the performance of this contract.

3.2.2. Equipment, Government-Maintained.

3.2.2.1. The Government will provide simulator equipment (i.e., MTC; UTD; Full Mission Trainer (FMT); or other similar aircrew training devices) at the place of performance for Contractor use.

3.2.2.2. The Contractor shall be responsible for the proper use of Government provided simulator equipment and shall document any discrepancies and enhancements in the AFTO Form 781A or appropriate electronic equivalent.

3.2.3. Obtaining Replacement Equipment.

3.2.3.1. The Contractor shall submit written requests for replacement of equipment to the site COR for processing. Such requests shall specify the reason for the replacement.

3.3. GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED SERVICES. The following will be provided to the Contractor:

3.3.1. Custodial Service. As provided by the Government and/or additional service provider but will not exceed those services normally provided at that Government facility. The Contractor is ultimately responsible for interior cleanliness.

3.3.2. Equipment Maintenance. The Government and/or additional service provider will provide all maintenance of the simulators, audio, video and instructional equipment. The Contractor shall notify the site COR immediately of any equipment requiring maintenance, with the exception of the simulator equipment. Simulator equipment discrepancies will be documented in the appropriate maintenance forms.

3.3.3. Security Forces and Fire Protection. As provided by the Government but will not exceed those services currently provided at that Government facility.

3.3.4. Telephone Services. The Government will provide non-secure and secure telephone service within the assigned facility or facilities, if required.

3.3.5. Local Area Network (LAN) Services. The Government will provide LAN services. The Contractor, with a valid National Agency Check (NAC) verified through the Automated Security Clearance Approval Systems (ASCAS) roster or validation from the Contractor’s security manager, will be provided access to the hosting base’s unclassified computer network and its inherent capabilities including, but not limited to: Internet access, electronic mail, file and print services.

The Contractor will be held accountable for all actions that he or she initiates while on the network and will conduct his or her business in accordance with all Air Force, MAJCOM, and local base instructions, manuals, and policies. Any conduct that does not adhere to sound or just network usage as stipulated in official guidance will cause revocation of all network privileges.

3.4. CONTRACTOR FURNISHED PROPERTY AND SERVICES. Except for the property and services specifically stated as Government-furnished in this PWS, the Contractor shall furnish everything necessary to perform all of the requirements in this contract. Contractor equipment shall be compatible with Government systems. All equipment provided by the Contractor shall be fully owned and maintained by the Contractor and removed from the site upon expiration of this contract.

3.5. PHYSICAL SECURITY. The Contractor shall comply with appropriate directives and locally developed security procedures with respect to physical security. The Contractor shall be responsible for safeguarding all Government property provided for Contractor use. At the request of the Government, the Contractor may be required to open training facilities, turn on equipment/simulators (with the exception of RAF Lakenheath), make service calls for repairs on simulators, and/or close facilities at the end of the duty day. At the end of each work period, all Government facilities, equipment, and materials shall be secured.

3.5.1. Cipher Control. The Contractor shall establish and implement cipher issue and changing procedures to ensure that all Government facilities are safeguarded. The Contractor shall prohibit the use of cipher combination by any person other than the Contractor’s employees and authorized Government personnel. The Contractor shall prohibit the opening of locked areas to permit entrance of unauthorized Contractor and Government personnel.

3.5.2. Controlled/Restricted Areas. The Contractor shall implement local base procedures for entry to Air Force controlled/restricted areas where Contractor personnel will work. An Air Force Form 2586, Unescorted Entry Authorization Certificate, must be completed and signed by the sponsoring agencies Security Manager before a Restricted Area Badge will be issued. Contractor employees must have a favorably completed NAC investigation before receiving a Restricted Area Badge. Interim access can be granted IAW AFI 31-501, Personnel Security Program Management.

3.5.3. Key Control. The Contractor shall establish and implement methods of making sure all Government keys issued to the Contractor by the Government are not lost or misplaced and are not used by unauthorized persons.

3.5.3.1. The Contractor shall not duplicate any keys issued by the Government.

3.5.3.2. The Contractor shall immediately report to the building / facility manager any occurrences of lost or duplicated keys.

3.5.3.3. The Contractor shall prohibit the use of Government-issued keys by any unauthorized personnel.

3.5.3.4. In the event keys, other than master keys, are lost or duplicated, the Contractor may be required, upon written direction of the CO, to re-key or replace the affected lock or locks without cost to the Government. The Government may, however, at its option, replace the affected lock or locks or perform re-keying and deduct the cost of such from the monthly payment due the Contractor. In the event a master key is lost or duplicated, the Government shall replace all locks and keys for that system and the total cost deducted from the monthly payment due the Contractor.

3.5.4. Lock Combinations. (If Applicable) The Contractor shall control access to all Government provided lock combinations to preclude unauthorized entry. The Contractor is not authorized to record lock combinations without written approval by the COR Supervisor. Records with written combinations to authorized secure storage containers, secure storage rooms, or certified vaults, shall be marked and safeguarded at the highest classification level as the classified material maintained inside the approved containers.

3.5.5. Safe Combinations. The Contractor shall establish and implement methods of ensuring that all safe combinations are not revealed to unauthorized persons.

3.5.6. Facility Clearance. The Contractor shall possess and maintain a facility clearance at the classification level required to perform the services outlined in this PWS.

3.5.7. The scope of each security violation will be defined as either a major or minor offense. A major security violation results in significant damage to the USAF mission and/or USG. Minor violations include procedurally incorrect deficiencies that have a minor impact to mission and/or USG. After review of the incident, the site COR will make the determination.

SECTION 4 - GENERAL INFORMATION

4.1. CONTRACTOR EMPLOYEES.

4.1.1. General Information:

4.1.1.1. Contract employees shall be United States (US) citizens only.

4.1.1.2. The employee shall be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.

4.1.1.3. The Contractor shall not employ any person for work on this contract if such employee is identified to the Contractor by the CO as a potential threat to the health, safety, security, general well-being, or operation of the installation and its population.

4.1.1.4. The Contractor shall not employ any person who is an employee of the USG if employing that person would create a conflict of interest.

4.1.1.5. The Contractor shall not employ any person who is an employee of the Department of the Air Force, either military or civilian, unless such person seeks and receives approval according to DoD 5500.7-R, Joint Ethics Regulation (JER).

4.1.2. Contractor Appearance Standards:

4.1.2.1. Contractor personnel shall present a neat and professional appearance and be easily recognized as Contractor employees.

4.1.2.2. Contractor personnel shall clearly distinguish themselves as such at ALL times, including in conversations, mail, email, and faxes whether with Government personnel, other Contractor personnel, or with the public.

4.1.2.2.1. Contractor personnel shall clearly identify themselves as Contractors by wearing badges which clearly and legibly identify the employee as a Contractor.

4.1.2.2.2. Contractor personnel shall use the label "Contractor" in email addresses.

4.1.2.2.3. Contractor personnel shall open ALL phone conversations with a statement materially the same as, "[office name], I am [employee name], a [Contractor name] Contractor employee."

4.1.2.2.4. Contractor personnel shall include the Contractor's name in the letter head and/or signature block of any written correspondence.

4.1.3. Contract Program Manager (CPM):

4.1.3.1. The Contractor shall provide a CPM to ensure all contract requirements and expectations are met.

4.1.3.2. The CPM is responsible for the performance and quality of work performed in support of this contract.

4.1.3.3. Within 60 days after contract award, the Contractor shall designate in writing to the CO the name of the CPM and an alternate or alternates who shall act for the Contractor when the primary PM is absent.

4.1.3.4. The CPM shall have full authority to act for the Contractor on all contract matters relating to the work performed at all performance locations.

4.1.4. Contract Site Manager (CSM):

4.1.4.1. The Contractor shall provide a CSM at each place of performance who shall be responsible for the performance of the work at their specified location.

4.1.4.2. The name of this person and an alternate or alternates who shall act for the Contractor when the CSM is absent shall be designated in writing to the CO within 60 days after contract award.

4.1.4.3. The CSM shall have full authority to act for the Contractor on all contract matters relating to the daily execution of this contract.

4.1.4.4. The CSM (primary or alternate) shall be available during normal duty hours within 90 minutes to meet on the installation with Government personnel to discuss problem areas.

After normal duty hours, the CSM (primary or alternate) shall be available within 3 hours.

4.1.5. Scheduling:

4.1.5.1. The Contractor shall schedule Contractor personnel as required to support academic and simulator training.

4.1.5.2. Host unit training shall be scheduled IAW host unit procedures.

4.1.5.3. DMO events shall be scheduled using the AF provided DMO Event Control Scheduling System or its successor. The Government will provide initial training to the Contractor within one week after contract award. Follow-on training for other Contractor personnel shall be the responsibility of the Contractor.

4.1.6. The Contractor shall follow local procedures during base exercises and drills (e.g., active shooter). Contractor personnel will not be asked to perform exercise and drill related tasks other than to follow the local procedures.

4.2. EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONS. The following are requirements for Contractor personnel assigned to this effort.

4.2.1. Minimum of 5-years experience in A-10, F-4, F-15, F-16, F-22, F-117, or HH-60 aircraft.

4.2.2. Minimum of 500 hours in A-10, F-4, F-15, F-16, F-22, F-117, or HH-60 aircraft.

4.2.3. Instructor (i.e. “K” prefix in Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC)) experience in A-10, F-4, F-15, F- 16, F-22, F-117, or HH-60 aircraft.

4.2.4. Contractor personnel must be able to fly the simulator in the capacity of a 2 or 4-ship flight lead using current tactics and employment standards. These instructors shall maintain ground training currency (IRC, CRM, etc.) and be physically qualified to perform these duties.

4.2.5. Basic Word, Excel, and Power Point Skills.

4.2.6. Completion of the Air Combat Command (ACC) Classroom Instructor Course equivalent at any time prior to employment or within six months of employment at Contractor expense.

4.2.7. IAW AFMAN 11-210, Instrument Refresher Program, all IRC instructors must be graduates of Air Force Advanced Instrument School (AFAIS); Strategic Air Command Instrument Flight Course (SIFC); Advanced Instrument Flight Course (AIFC); or Instrument Pilot Instructor School (IPIS).

4.2.8. CRM academics will be IAW AFI 11-290, Cockpit / Crew Resource Management Program, paragraph 4.5.

4.2.9. The Contractor shall maintain an on-site training continuity binder for each contractor instructor. The binder shall contain documentation of previous aircrew experience, all certification and qualification information, and results of annual proficiency checks.

4.3. CONTRACTOR SECURITY REQUIREMENTS.

4.3.1. Contractor Security Officer. At each site, the Contractor shall designate a Contractor Security Officer with overall contract security responsibility that will ensure compliance with security requirements at the simulator facility. The Contractor shall designate a primary and alternate Security Officer with overall responsibility for these duties. The Security Officer may also perform Contractor Instructor duties and other PWS requirements. The name of the Security Officer shall be designated in writing to the site COR prior to start of performance.

4.3.1.1. The Contractor Security Officer shall be knowledgeable on:

4.3.1.1.1. Director of Central Intelligence Directive (DCID) 6/9, Physical Security Standards for Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities

4.3.1.1.2. DCID 6/4, Personnel Security Standards and Procedures Governing Eligibility for Access to Sensitive Compartmented Information.

4.3.1.1.2.1. Shall be trained on the 1st Tier Eligibility Requirements and familiar with 2nd Tier Requirements.

4.3.1.1.2.2. May conduct 1st Tier Eligibility determination.

4.3.1.1.3. System Security Plan (SSP) and guidance as outlined in DCID 6/3, Protecting Sensitive Compartmented Information within Information Systems; DoD Overprint Chapter 8; Assistant Secretary of the Air Force (Acquisition) (SAF/AQ) guidance; and MAJCOM Supplements. Shall apply SSP security principles and ensure necessary safeguards are in place.

4.3.1.1.4. AFI 31-401, Information Security Program Management

4.3.1.1.5. AFI 31-501, Personnel Security Program Management

4.3.1.1.6. DD Form 254, Department of Defense Contract Security Classification Specification

4.3.2. Information Security: The Contractor shall comply with all security requirements as identified in the DD Form 254. The Contractor shall provide for the protection of classified information from UNCLASSIFIED to SECRET level as identified in the current F-15 or F-16 Security Classification Guide for classified information and materials received or generated as a part of the execution of this contract.

4.3.3. Visitor Group Security Agreement (VGSA): The Contractor shall enter into a long-term visitor group security agreement for all locations. This agreement shall outline how the Contractor integrates security requirements for contract operations with the Air Force to ensure effective and economical operation on the installation. The agreement shall address:

4.3.3.1. Security support provided by the Air Force to the Contractor to include storage containers for classified information/material, use of base destruction facilities, classified reproduction facilities, use of base classified mail services, security badges, base visitor control, investigation of security incidents, base traffic regulations, the use of security forms, and conducting inspections required by DoD 5220.22-R, Industrial Security Regulation, Air Force Policy Directive 31-6, Industrial Security, and AFI 31-601, Industrial Security Program Management.

4.3.3.2. Security support requiring joint Air Force and Contractor coordination includes packaging classified information, mailing and receiving classified materials, transportation of classified materials up to SECRET information, implementing emergency procedures for protection of classified information, security checks, and internal security controls for protection of classified material and high value pilferage property.

4.3.4. On base, the long-term VGSA may take the place of a Standard Practice Procedure (SPP).

4.3.5. Foreign Disclosure. The provisions of DoD Directive 5230.20, Visits and Assignments of Foreign Nationals, apply to this contract. Releases of technical and programmatic information will be governed by this document.

4.3.6. Operations Security (OPSEC). When required by the customer, the Contractor shall ensure OPSEC is incorporated into the appropriate areas of this contract in accordance with DoD Directive 5205.2, DoD OPSEC Program.

4.3.7. Automated Information Systems. The Contractor shall ensure all required Automated Information Systems are implemented in accordance with DoD Directive 5200.28, Security

Requirements for Automated Information Systems. In addition, the Contractor shall ensure the Automated Information Systems included in the delivered system, whether internal, external or completely separate from the system/subsystem itself, adhere to the requirements in Air Force Policy Directive 33-2, Information Assurance Program and AFI 33-200, Information Assurance Management, The Contractor shall support the Air Force Designated Approval Authority (DAA) with the Certification and Accreditation (C&A) process for the simulator and DMO programs.

4.3.8. Personnel Security Clearances:

4.3.8.1. Training within the simulator cannot occur without proper security clearance access, and no break in service will be authorized to allow time to obtain proper clearance.

4.3.8.2. The Contractor shall process security clearance paperwork for their contract employees, to include filing and following-up on clearance requests.

4.3.8.3. All Contractor employees shall have SECRET personnel clearance. In addition, Contractor employees shall have a five-year security clearance on file and meet the requirements outlined in the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) DoD Overprint, 14 Jan 1998, Chapter 2. Personnel assigned to this contract may require access to information up to and including SCI/Special Access Program (SAP).

Members requiring SAP access must have a NAC with Local Agency and Credit Check (NACLC) or Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) completed within the last five years.

4.3.8.4. The Contractor shall request applicable security clearances (e.g., Submit Clearance Paperwork to the Office of Personnel Management) for personnel requiring access to classified information within 15 days after receiving a facility clearance or, if the Contractor is already cleared, within 15 days after contract award.

4.3.8.5. Due to costs involved with security investigations, requests for Contractor security clearances shall be kept to an absolute minimum necessary to perform contract requirements.

4.3.9. Handling of Classified Data. The Contractor shall ensure that classified data are handled in accordance with appropriate Air Force and DoD security regulations. Compliance with the current DD Form 254 is required. As required for the completion of duties, the Contractor will be granted access to classified computer networks (e.g., Secure Internet Protocol Network (SIPRNET)).

4.3.10. Listing of Employees. The Contractor shall maintain a current listing of employees. The list shall include the employee's name, social security number and level of security clearance. The list shall be validated and signed by the company Facility Security Officer (FSO) and provided to the Sponsoring Agencies’ Security Manager. An updated listing shall be provided when an employee's status or information changes. In addition, a list of the number of personnel, by specialty, will be provided in the Contractor monthly status report.

4.3.11. Security Point-of-Contact (POC) Appointment. The Contractor shall appoint a Security POC for the on base Visitor Group. The Security POC may be a full time position or an additional duty position depending upon requirements. The Security POC shall provide employees with training required by DoD 5200.1-R, Information Security Program, and AFI 31-401, Information Security Program Management. The Contractor shall also provide initial and follow-on training to Contractor personnel who work in Air Force controlled/restricted areas. Air Force restricted areas and controlled areas are explained in AFI 31-101, Integrated Defense (FOUO).

4.3.12. Simulator Security. The Contractor shall process security clearance paperwork for Contractor personnel to include filing and following-up on clearance requests.

4.3.13. Weapons, Firearms, and Ammunition. Contractor personnel are prohibited from possessing weapons, firearms, or ammunition, on themselves or within their Contractor-owned vehicle or privately owned vehicle while on Government installations.

4.3.14. Reporting Requirements. Contractor personnel shall report to an appropriate authority any information or circumstances of which they are aware may pose a threat to the security of DoD personnel, Contractor personnel, resources, and classified or unclassified defense information. Contractor employees shall be briefed by their immediate supervisor upon initial on-base assignment. After a security breach, the Contractor shall review procedures to prevent future incidents.

4.3.15. Retrieving Identification Media. The Contractor shall retrieve all identification media, including vehicle passes from employees who depart for any reason before the contract expires;

e.g. terminated for cause, retirement, etc.

4.3.16. Classification Specification. The Contractor shall comply with all security requirements as identified in the DD Form 254. The Government will provide the Contractor with applicable Security Classification Guide(s) for classified information as a part of the execution of this contract.

The Contractor shall not reproduce or distribute classified information without the written approval of the site COR or designated representative.

4.3.17. Computer Security. The Contractor shall establish and implement methods of restricting access to appropriate personnel on both classified and unclassified computer systems. Practices will be implemented to ensure that classified information is not transmitted over the unclassified server.

4.4. SIMULATOR TRAINING CENTERS. At simulator sites, Contractor personnel shall:

4.4.1. Use the site COR or designated representative as their primary POC for local requirements and issues.

4.4.2. Complete all tasks for DMO and LVC training to include all coordination with other sites.

Aircrew coordination briefings will be conducted by Air Force aircrew. Contractor personnel shall assist aircrew with DMO and LVC coordination.

4.4.3. Facilitate DMO and LVC training. The Contractor shall conduct all necessary pre-mission planning for DMO and LVC missions. The Contractor shall set up and attend VTC briefs / debriefs (if required) in addition to manning the IOS. The Contractor shall set up required DMO and LVC equipment such as Link-16; Situation Awareness Data Link (SADL); Battlefield Operations Support System (BOSS); P-5 Air Combat Training System (ACTS) pod; ASTi Radio, and other DMO/LVC equipment.

4.4.4. Fill out and complete all appropriate paperwork to include 781s and discrepancy forms to document simulator maintenance issues.

4.4.5. Training Priorities. The Contractor may use simulators to maintain flight skills and proficiency; however, training of Air force personnel will take priority over Contractor use of simulators unless coordinated and approved by the site COR or designated Government representative.

4.5. HOURS OF OPERATION.

4.5.1. The standard timeframe to provide academic instruction and/or training device operation/instruction is 0730-1630, Monday - Friday. This window may be shifted between 0400- 2400 based on mission requirements. Training device availability varies based on location and type of device.

4.5.1.1. The Government will provide a minimum of 24-hour notice for a shift in the training window.

4.5.1.2. The Contractor shall complete scheduled training device operation/instruction such as mission planning, mission briefing, and mission debriefing when the mission requirements fall outside the standard timeframe.

4.5.1.3. RAF Lakenheath differences include:

4.5.1.3.1. Winter simulator schedule – standard training timeframe is 0800 – 1800

4.5.1.3.2. Summer simulator schedule – standard training timeframe is 1000 – 2000

4.5.2. The Contractor shall support surge operations outside of the 0400-2400 window; time in excess of the standard training timeframes; on Saturday; on Sunday; or on Federal holidays for surge operations that occur due to unit training requirements. Surge operations are estimated at 120 hours annually.

4.6. FEDERAL LEGAL HOLIDAYS. HN holidays are not observed under this contract. The following US Federal legal holidays are observed under this contract:

• New Year’s Day

• Martin Luther King’s Birthday

• President’s Day

• Memorial Day

• Independence Day

• Labor Day

• Columbus Day

• Veterans Day

• Thanksgiving Day

• Christmas Day

4.7. GOVERNMENT/CONTRACTOR LINES OF COMMUNICATION. The following lines of communication shall be used for day-to-day business at each site location.

4.7.1. COR Supervisor. The COR Supervisor is located at Headquarters USAFE/A3T, Ramstein AB, Germany.

4.7.2. Site COR. At all places of performance, a designated site COR will be identified to coordinate all Contractor and Government business and act as the local point of contact.

4.8. LOGISTICS SUPPORT

4.8.1. Contractor Logistics Support (e.g., Base Exchange, Post Office, Commissary, etc.) will be provided to authorized Contractor employees and their dependents to the extent these services are available at the location where the contract is to be performed and as authorized by current applicable Air Force and European theater regulations, by current applicable international agreements and arrangements, by current policies, and the local installation commander. Lack of availability of any of these services shall not serve as a basis for claims by a Contractor against the Government for increased cost of contract performance. Any logistic support for other than NATO countries must comply with the International Agreement of the HN.

4.8.2. North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA). NATO SOFA provides the legal basis for a Contractor employee to live and work in the HN. The Contractor shall follow HN regulations and policies regarding eligibility.

4.8.2.1. For Italy, an authorized Contractor employee is defined as an employee who has been hired as a consequence of this contract and is employed at least 40 hours per week on this contract. Procedures must be in accordance with the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Ministry of Defense of the Republic of Italy and The Department of Defense of the United States of America Concerning Use of Installations/Infrastructure by US

Forces in Italy, signed 2 February 1995. To qualify for Civilian Personnel status in Italy, the employee must (i) not be a stateless person; (ii) not be a national of any State which is not a Party to the North Atlantic Treaty; (iii) not be a national of Italy; (iv) not be ordinarily resident in Italy; and (v) be certified as a technical representative and issued a NATO SOFA Identification by the United States Sending State Office (USSSO) for Italy or by a base legal office with delegated authority. The final authority to determine whether an employee qualifies for Civilian Personnel status is USSSO.

4.8.2.2. For Germany, a full time employee is defined in Army in Europe Regulation 600-700, Identification Cards and Individual Logistic Support. DOCPER Office will apply the same standard to contracted employees applying for NATO SOFA status. It should be noted, however, that under the requirements of the Exchange of Notes, a contracted employee accorded NATO SOFA status must exclusively serve the US Forces. No additional employment outside the US Forces or self-employment is permitted.

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