FA8630-14-R-5008_0005.pdf

FMS Case QA-D-OAB

QATAR

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

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2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO.

3. EFFECTIVE DATE

20 JAN 2015

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ.NO.

5. PROJECT NO. (If applicable)

6. ISSUED BY AFLCMC/WFGG CODE FA8630 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than Item 6) CODE

AFLCMC/WFG

AREA A BLDG 209

5454 BUCKNER ROAD

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB OH 45433-5337

JACQUELINE V. COMBS 937-656-2585

Jacqueline.Combs@us.af.mil

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., street, county, State and ZIP Code) (X) 9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.

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11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

X The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers X is extended, is not extended.

Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended, by one of the following methods:

(a) By completing Items 8 and 15, and returning 0 copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted; or (c) By separate letter or telegram which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER.

If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by telegram or letter, provided each telegram or letter makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

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IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

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B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation data, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(b).

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not, is required to sign this document and return copies to the issuing office.

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

COMSEC QATAR RFP

A signed copy of this form (SF30), must be returned with the proposal in order to acknowledge changes made in the amendment.

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print).

16A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print)

JEFFERY S. SMITH

15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

15C. DATE SIGNED 16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

16C. DATE SIGNED

(Signature of person authorized to sign)

BY________________________________________

(Signature of Contracting Officer)

NSN 7540-01-152-8070 30-105 STANDARD FORM 30 (REV.10-83)

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SCHEDULE OF CHANGES

FA8630-14-R-5008 0005

As a result of the revised Performance Work Statement, Rev 4, dated 20 Jan 15, please provide an updated proposal. The due date for the submission of the revised proposal is 28 January 2015.

AMENDMENT 0005 CHANGES

SECTION B

The following CLINS are revised to change to all reference to COMSEC Project Manager to COMSEC Home Office Support Manager;

Qty Unit Price ITEM SUPPLIES OR SERVICES Purch Unit Total Item Amount

Home Office Support Manager

0012 CLIN Change __________ Noun: HOME OFFICE SUPPORT MANAGER Total Item Amount: $0.00 Contract type: J - FIRM FIXED PRICE Start Date: ASREQ Completion Date: ASREQ Descriptive Data:

The contractor shall provide Communications Security (COMSEC) Home Office Support Manager for Qatar in accordance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS) Rev 4, dated 20 Jan 2015, paragraphs 1.2 and 1.3, Section J, Attachment 1, for the Communications Security (COMSEC) Program for the Government of Qatar.

The period of performance of this CLIN is for 12 months from the date of award.

Per DFARS clause 252.232-7003, use of electronic payment requests is mandatory.

Contractor Invoices shall be prepared in accordance with the Wide Area Work Flow Instructions in DFARS 252.232.7006.

Acceptance of services (per month) will be accomplished after receipt of contractor's monthly report and the certification of the contractor's invoice by AFLCMC/WFIM through Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF). The Command CountryManager, located in AFLCMC/WFIM is authorized to approve invoices in WAWF for payment

Qty Unit Price ITEM SUPPLIES OR SERVICES Purch Unit Total Item Amount

Home Office Support Manager

0013 CLIN Change __________ Noun: HOME OFFICE SUPPORT MANAGER (OPTION 1) Total Item Amount: $0.00 Contract type: J - FIRM FIXED PRICE Start Date: ASREQ Completion Date: ASREQ Descriptive Data:

The contractor shall provide Communications Security (COMSEC) Home Office Support Manager for Qatar in accordance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS), Rev 4, dated 20 Jan 2015, paragraphs 1.2 and 1.3, Section J, Attachment 1, for the Communications Security (COMSEC) Program for the Government of Qatar.

The period of performance of this CLIN is 24 months once exercised.

Per DFARS clause 252.232-7003, use of electronic payment requests is mandatory.

Contractor Invoices shall be prepared in accordance with the Wide Area Work Flow Instructions in DFARS 252.232.7006.

Acceptance of services (per month) will be accomplished after receipt of contractor's monthly report and the certification of the contractor's invoice by AFLCMC/WFIM

Qty Unit Price ITEM SUPPLIES OR SERVICES Purch Unit Total Item Amount

Home Office Support Manager

0014 CLIN Change __________ Noun: HOME OFFICE SUPPORT MANAGER (OPTION 2) Total Item Amount: $0.00 Contract type: J - FIRM FIXED PRICE Start Date: ASREQ Completion Date: ASREQ Descriptive Data:

The contractor shall provide Communications Security (COMSEC) Home Office Support Manager for Qatar in accordance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS),Rev 4, dated 20 Jan 2015, paragraphs 1.2 and 1.3, Section J, Attachment 1, for the Communications Security (COMSEC) Program for the Government of Qatar.

The period of performance of this CLIN is 24 months once exercised.

This CLIN is fully funded.

Per DFARS clause 252.232-7003, use of electronic payment requests is mandatory.

Contractor Invoices shall be prepared in accordance with the Wide Area Work Flow Instructions in DFARS 252.232.7006.

Acceptance of services (per month) will be accomplished after receipt of contractor's monthly report and the certification of the contractor's invoice by AFLCMC/WFIM

SECTION J Attachment 1 Performance Work Statement Dated 10 Dec 14 Rev 3 is replaced by Rev 4 Performance Work Statement Dated 20 Jan 15.

The following paragraphs have been revised;

Para 1.2 updated to include COMSEC Home Office Support Manager.

Para 1.3 updated to include COMSEC Home Office Support Management duties.

LIST OF ATTACHMENTS

DOCUMENT PGS DATE TITLE

ATTACHMENT 1 17 20 JAN 2015 PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT REV 4

Attachment 1

Performance Work Statement

COMSEC Managers for QATAR

Rev 4, dated 20 Jan 2015

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

FOR

COMMUNICATIONS SECURITY (COMSEC) MANAGERS

Qatar QA-D-OAB

AFLCMC/WFMM

21 May 2014

REV 2

Dated 11 Sep 2014

REV 3

Dated 10 Dec 2014

REV 4

Dated 20 Jan 2015

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.0 DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

1.1 Introduction

1.2 Support

1.3 Overview of Services

1.4 Functional Requirements

1.5 Work Situation

1.6 Duration of Task/Period of Performance

1.7 Travel Requirements

1.8 Operations Security (OPSEC)

1.9 Mobilization/Demobilization

2.0 SERVICES SUMMARY (SS)

3.0 GENERAL INFORMATION

3.1 Management and Administration

3.2 Policy

3.3 Contractor Identification

3.4 Access

3.5 Personnel Management and Training

3.6 Contractor Quality Control

4.0 DECLARATION OF EMERGENCY

4.1 Evacuation

4.2 Declaration of Emergency

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1.0 DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

1.1 Introduction. Pursuant to the Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA, Case

QA-D-OAB), between the United States Department of Defense and Qatar, the contractor will provide assistance and support for Communications Security (COMSEC) material and equipment. This effort is done via Foreign Military Sales (FMS) to support various secure coalition interoperability programs between the United States and Qatar.

1.2 Support. Provide a primary and alternate COMSEC Manager, and a Home

Office Support Manager in support of various Qatar interoperability programs between the US and Qatar. The COMSEC Managers will maintain COMSEC equipment (C4I systems) facilities in the following primary locations: Al-Udeid Air Base, Qatar.

1.3 Overview of Services. This contract provides COMSEC managerial support for Qatar through FMS case QA-D-OAB. COMSEC managerial service will be in support of DOD provided COMSEC equipment and material released to the Qatar

Ministry of Defense (MOD) in support of the United States Central Command validated interoperability programs that interface with the US Embassy – Doha Qatar, Office of

Military Co-operation (OMC) – Doha, Qatar, the National Security Agency (NSA), the

Department of the Air Force Security Assistance and Cooperation Directorate (AFSAC), as well as other agencies/offices as deemed necessary. Contractor personnel shall perform accountability, training, central receiving, temporary storage, transfer services, and training for DOD-provided COMSEC equipment, COMSEC documents, keying and other COMSEC related materials from U.S. COMSEC National Distribution Authorities

(i.e. National Security Agency (NSA), or where the material/equipment will be received from) to/from the Qatar MOD to the appropriate U.S. National Distribution Authorities

(NDA). Contractor personnel shall report to USCENTCOM J3-C AND/OR J6-OC for coordination and instructions on all issues concerning COMSEC equipment, keys/keymat, and associated programs released to Qatar MOD. Additionally, contractor personnel will coordinate any cryptographic key material and equipment issues with

USCENTCOM J3-C AND/OR J6-OC. COMSEC Home Office Support management will consist of program oversight, such as employee liaison and supervision, administration, monthly status reporting, OPSEC budget and expense monitoring, and quality control.

1.3.1 Primary COMSEC Manager shall provide the following COMSEC managerial duties:

1.3.1.1 Manage the U.S./Qatar FMS COMSEC account in

accordance with U.S. Government (USG) policy as outlined in NAG-14C, NAG-18A and

NSA CSS Policy Manual No. 3-16 (contractor shall check for updates to these guidelines to ensure compliance with most recent information) and other applicable policy documents. Perform duties related to the receipt, custody, issue/distribution, safeguarding, accounting, training and destruction of classified and non-classified USG provided COMSEC material and equipment. Responsible for the maintenance of up-to-

COMSEC Managers for QATAR date records and the submission of all required accounting reports. Be thoroughly familiar with the procedures for handling COMSEC material. In fulfilling these responsibilities, the COMSEC Manager shall perform the following duties:

1.3.1.1.1 Protect COMSEC material and deny access to

individuals without a valid security clearance and a valid need-to-know.

1.3.1.1.2 Keep informed of any new requirements or

modifications to existing COMSEC material requirements to be serviced by the

COMSEC account and take prompt action to make any adjustments to the COMSEC account.

1.3.1.1.3 Receive, receipt for, and ensure the safeguarding

and accounting of all COMSEC material shipped via U.S. Diplomatic courier Service and issued to the COMSEC account, and when applicable, shipped within the element.

1.3.1.1.4 Maintain COMSEC accounting and related

records as outlined in NAG-14C, NAG-18A, and NSA CSS Policy Manual 3-16.

1.3.1.1.5 Conduct an inventory semiannually and upon

appointment of a new Primary COMSEC Manager, by physically sighting all COMSEC material issued to the COMSEC account, and reconcile this inventory with the Central

Office of Record (COR) as mandated in NSA CSS Policy Manual 3-16.

1.3.1.1.6 Perform routine destruction of COMSEC material

when required, or effect other disposition of material as directed by the COR or

Controlling Authority. The COMSEC Manager shall establish Emergency &

Precautionary Destruction Plans as part of the account’s Emergency Action Plan (EAP).

Contractor shall conduct excercises of the COMSEC account EAP (s) per NSA CSS

Policy Manual 3-16 on a semi-annual basis.

1.3.1.1.7 Submit transfer, inventory, destruction, and

possession reports to the COR, at least monthly or as directed.

1.3.1.1.8 To ensure the integrity of COMSEC material (e.g.

key or equipment); inspect the implemented protective technologies upon initial receipt, during each inventory and prior to issuing/return of material to authorized QATAR MOD personnel.

1.3.1.1.9 Ensure the prompt and accurate entry of all

amendments to COMSEC publications held by the account.

1.3.1.1.10 Ensure that required page checks are

accomplished on all keying material as specified in NAG-14C, NAG-18A, and NSA CSS

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Policy Manual 3-16 and on all publications when they are received, returned from hand receipt, transferred, destroyed, when a change of Primary Manager occurs, and when posting amendments which include replacement pages to ensure completeness of each publication.

1.3.1.1.11 Ensure that all accountable COMSEC material

shipped outside of the account’s organization is packaged and shipped as specified in

NAG-14C, NAG-18A, and NSA CSS Policy Manual No. 3-16. Ensure that all material received is inspected for evidence of tampering and, if at an element where the size of the

COMSEC account is so large as to prevent the COMSEC Manager from personally checking security packaging and markings, performing page checks and posting amendments, such actions may be performed by other individuals appropriately cleared and authorized, provided these individuals are properly instructed by the COMSEC

Manager. If suspected physical incident is found, submit a report immediately, in accordance with NAG-14C, NAG-18A, and NSA CSS Policy Manual 3-16.

1.3.1.1.12 The accountability of COMSEC material will be

maintained in a manner to ensure the locations and persons being held accountable for issued COMSEC material (e.g. via review of hand receipts) can be readily determined.

The COMSEC Manager will also be fully knowledgeable of current COMSEC material held within the COMSEC account and the general purpose for which it is being used

1.3.1.1.13 COMSEC managers shall establish and follow

procedures to ensure strict control of each item of keying material whenever operational requirements necessitate that COMSEC material is turned over from one shift to another or from one individual to another.

1.3.1.1.14 Ensure that appropriate COMSEC material is

readily available to properly cleared and authorized individuals (based on a list provided by host country) whose duties require its use. If the material is classified, verify that the individuals are cleared to the level of the material. Issue material to users by means of a hand receipt (SF-153), as provided for in NAG-14C, NAG-18A, and NSA CSS Policy

Manual 3-16, and advise recipients of their responsibility for safeguarding the material until it is returned to the manager.

1.3.1.1.15 Report immediately to USCENTCOM CCJ6

COMSEC Branch, the US Embassy in QATAR/OMC and the COR of any known or suspected incidents of a COMSEC incident, personnel incident, or physical incident, and submit a report in accordance with the procedures outlined in NAG-14C, NAG-18A, and

NSA CSS Policy Manual 3-16. USCENTCOM CCJ6 will be informed on all COMSEC incidents and provided copies of all official reports.

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1.3.1.1.16 Verify the identification, clearance and need-to-

know of any individual requesting access to the records and/or material associated with the COMSEC account.

1.3.1.1.17 Perform COMSEC audits at QATAR sub-

accounts and COMSEC user sites and units that use and operate USG provided

COMSEC material and equipment, when required and at the direction of the OMC and

USCENTCOM. Routinely check SECRET Internet Protocol Router Network (SIPR Net) emails for traffic, and send notifications of any unofficial physical security violations, based on sound judgment, to those parties that are responsible and/or accountable of USG

Physical Security violations.

1.3.1.1.18 Serve as the primary advisor to the QATAR

Armed Forces regarding all COMSEC issues and liaison between the U.S./QATAR FMS

COMSEC account, OMC, and USCENTCOM.

1.3.1.1.19 Provide COMSEC user training and assistance to

QATAR Military units and Military personnel on the proper handling and use of USG provided COMSEC material and equipment. Train QATAR MOD personnel in the proper custodianship, safeguarding and operation of DOD-provided COMSEC equipment, encryption key and other COMSEC related materials, zeroing equipment, basic trouble-shooting (when necessary), and emergency destruction procedures, in order to satisfy requirements for secure interoperability.

1.3.1.1.20 COMSEC Managers shall submit a monthly

report outlining any activity/findings/corrective actions within 5 calendar days after the completion of the month being reported. The purpose of these reports is to provide

AFSAC an oversight of the COMSEC managerial duties performed within country.

Contractor format is acceptable and shall be delivered to the Primary Contracting Officer

Representitive (COR), the Secondary COR, Contracting Officer and OMC.

1.3.1.1.21 COMSEC Managers shall maintain a current, written Emergency Protection Plan for the protection of such material during emergencies. This Emergency Plan must consider both natural disasters and hostile actions (such as enemy or terrorist attack, mob action, or civil uprising). Emergency

Plans at OCONUS entities must include Emergency Destruction Procedures (EDPs).

1.3.1.1.21.1 COMSEC Managers Emergency Protection

Plan shall include planning for hostile actions to safely evacuate or securely destroy

COMSEC material, By contrast, planning for natural disasters shall be directed toward maintaining security control over the material until the situation stabilizes.

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1.3.1.1.21.2 COMSEC Managers Emergency Protection

Plan shall be reviewed annually and updated as necessary, or whenever changes in the local environment dictate an update to the plan.

1.3.1.1.21.3 COMSEC Managers Emergency Protection

Plan shall be coordinated with USCENTCOM J3-C and/or J6-OC personnel and all authorized personnel at the facility must be aware of the existence of the plan.

1.3.1.1.21.4 COMSEC Managers reasonable efforts

shall be made under deteriorating situations to evacuate COMSEC equipment.

1.4 Functional Requirements.

1.4.1 The contractor shall provide United States citizens who are NSA certified COMSEC Managers for the QATAR COMSEC program located at the

COMSEC facility at Al-Udeid Air Base, Qatar.

1.4.1.1 Contractor personnel shall be U.S. Citizens.

1.4.1.2 Contractor personnel shall be a graduate of NSA COMSEC course (normally a three day course) within six months from their appointment date as a

COMSEC Manager (IAW NSA CSS Policy Manual No. 3-16, paragraph 16).

1.4.1.3 Contractor personnel shall attend USCENTCOM Foreign

Disclosure (FD) training course.

1.4.1.4 Contractor personnel shall be thoroughly familiar with the proper handling and safeguarding of Communications Security materials and equipment.

1.4.1.5 Contractor shall be thoroughly familiar with civil codes.

1.4.1.6 Contractor personnel shall be able to research and

understand National Security Agency (NSA) Information Assurance (IA)/COMSEC regulations and USCENTCOM agency operational directives.

1.4.1.7 Contractor personnel shall be thoroughly familiar with

Operational Security strategies and methods.

1.4.1.8 Contractor personnel shall be thoroughly familiar with the publications and directives that will be used to support daily and special operations.

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1.4.1.9 Contractor personnel shall be able to develop, prepare, and deliver COMSEC training to the Host Nation hand receipt/COMSEC responsible officers.

1.4.1.10 Contractor personnel shall be able to clearly articulate concerns, including recommended Courses of Actions (COAs) both verbally and in writing, to senior U.S. and Host Nation leadership.

1.4.1.11 Contractor personnel shall possess the ability to work independently without technical guidance.

1.4.1.12 Contractor personnel shall be experienced in theory of all aspects of the COMSEC Equipment/Systems.

1.4.1.13 Must have a background in C

ISR Systems and Networks.

1.4.1.14 Must be able to lift at least 60 pounds without assistance.

1.4.1.15 Must be able to draft messages in proper format.

1.4.1.16 Must have working knowledge and be able to perform

basic troubleshooting of secure telephone systems (i.e. Secure Communications Internet

Protocol (SCIP) devices, Secure Analog and Data Service devices, SECTERA Wireline

Terminal (SWT) and Secure Telephone Equipment (STE)).

1.4.1.17 Must have background in COMSEC Management

principles.

1.4.1.18 Must have background in Electronic Keying Management

Systems (EKMS). An EKMS COMSEC account certification will need to be accomplished.

1.4.1.19 Must have background in downloading and transferring of electronic key using all current fill devices.

1.4.1.20 Must have background in all cryptographic/COMSEC

equipment used by QATAR.

1.4.1.21 Must be able to perform Over-The-Air-Rekey (OTAR)

and Over-The Air-Transfer (OTAT).

1.4.1.22 Must maintain accountability to properly execute

emergency supersession quickly when order is given.

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1.4.1.23 Must have computer skills in Microsoft Office products to include Outlook, Word and Excel.

1.4.1.24 Must have background in tactical and strategic

communications systems and networks.

1.4.1.25 Must be able to maintain highest accountability and pass all COMSEC inspections/audits whether scheduled or unscheduled.

1.4.1.26 Contractor may be required to work occasional overtime to support the Host Nation.

1.4.1.27 Knowledge of the learning process and how to transfer knowledge to less qualified personnel, including the ability to express thought in both oral and written communications. (Instructor Training Ability)

1.4.1.28 Contractor personnel shall possess a high degree of tact, diplomacy and the ability to work and cooperate harmoniously with the QATAR military and civilian personnel.

1.4.1.29 COMSEC managers will be provided by the FMS

customer all peripheral items, to include internet services and international phone line in the COMSEC Vault, required to conduct COMSEC operations (e.g. laptops, cables, phones, office supplies, and any other items deemed necessary). The internet service is required to support the daily operations of the COMSEC account in their coordination and correspondence with USG agencies (NSA, DISA, and USCENTCOM) and

Vendor/Manufacturers, research of equipment usage and operations instructions and the requirement to submit monthly and quarterly reports and inventories to the above agencies.

1.4.1.30 Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System

(CPARS) Applicability. FAR Part 42.1502 directs all Federal Agencies to collect and report past performance information on service contracts with a value of $1Mil or more.

The CPARS assesses a Contractor’s performance and provides a written record on a given contract during a specified period of time. All CPARS are accomplished using the

Naval Sea Logistics Center’s Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System

(CPARS) found on the web at http://www.cpars.csd.disa.mil/. This system requires the

Contractor to provide a designated representative to receive the CPARS electronically.

The Contractor shall submit their representative’s name, telephone number, and e-mail address with their proposal. The initial CPARS for this contract will be completed on the anniversary of contract award.

http://www.cpars.csd.disa.mil/

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1.4.1.31 Security Clearance. The contractor shall be able to obtain and maintain a final SECRET security clearance. Contractor is responsible and shall ensure employees performing duties under this contract are submitted for Periodic

Reinvestigations (PRs) as required by the DoD and AF Personnel Security Program requirements.

1.5 Work Situation. The contractor shall provide coverage at the specified government site between the hours of 0800 and 1600, or as agreed to by the using activity, but one COMSEC manager must be available on-call 24 hours a day/7 days a week. Normal duty days will be Sunday through Thursday, excluding American Embassy selected holidays. Work is normally conducted in an office environment on a 40 hour per week basis. Occasional overtime is anticipated. Contractor personnel are designated

Mission Essential/Critical.

1.5.1 Recognized Holidays. Follow American Embassy selected holidays.

1.5.2 In performing the tasks contained above, the contractor will interface with a variety of other Department of Defense (DOD) and USG organizations and offices, and other US contractors. Contractor personnel will not provide direction or otherwise interject themselves into relationships between the US and other government contractors, but are expected to make recommendations and offer solutions that adhere to

USG policies. Services provided under this requirement are considered non-personal services.

1.5.3 Must be able to drive a vehicle and obtain an International Drivers

License. Private vehicle is required. Some locations may require the use of 4WD vehicle. QATAR will not furnish a driver for the vehicle.

1.5.4 This is an unaccompanied requirement. Dependents are not recommended. If dependents accompany contractor, it will be at the contractor’s expense.

1.5.5 Housing: Government quarters are not available. Contractor shall need to supply housing.

1.5.6 Limited US Logistics Support (ICASS) will be provided by the U.S.

Government to include: Government ID cards (DOD CAC), access to classified/unclassified U.S. Government networks (for performance of duties mentioned in section 1.3), APO/FPO priviledges are available for official and personal mail within the regulatory weight and size restrictions of the APO, military banking, military exchange, and MWR.

1.5.7 Report to Instructions: Personnel will report to the US Liaison Office

(OMC) for direct oversight. The OMC is located at the American Embassy, P.O. Box

2399 Doha, Qatar (near Al-Thelam Street, Ad-Dawhah, Qatar). Check in with the OMC

COMSEC Managers for QATAR is required on a daily basis, more often if requested by the OMC, telephone number 011-

974-4496-6749.

1.5.8 Certifying Official or Designee: The Certifying Official or designee will ensure the requirements are met to store and maintain COMSEC material at the

COMSEC Facility located at the Qatar Air Lift Wing MX Squadron, Building 9451, Al-

Udeid Air Base Qatar. The certifying official will be the:

Director, National Security Agency

15131 Account Registration

Central Office of Record (COR)

9800 Savage Rd, Suite 6574

Fort George G. Mead MD, 20755

Voice: (410) 854-8526

Unclassified Fax: (410) 854-6631

1.5.9 Alternate Certifying Official or Designee: The Director, National

Security Agency’s Deputy or designated Officer in charge in the absence of the Director.

1.5.10 The country of Qatar will levy no taxes or fees (including taxes on individual or corporate income or property, customs and import duties, or other taxes on employee personal household goods, supplies and personal effects imported into Qatar for personal use) on the contract or its employees.

1.6 Duration of Task/Period of Performance. The overall period of performance for this effort will commence upon contract award and continue for a 12 month (base period) and will be followed by two 24 month option periods (if exercised).

1.7 Travel Requirements. TDY travel is anticipated for this requirement. All travel must be pre-approved by the Contracting Officer.

1.8 Operations Security (OPSEC). Contractor shall employ sound Operations

Security (OPSEC) principles and procedures in the performance of their duties and responsibilities IAW DOD and AF OPSEC publications. Contractor shall ensure employees performing duties under this contract protect critical information as provided to employees through initial and continuing OPSEC security education and training.

1.9 Mobilization/Demobilization. Mobilization shall include all activities and associated costs for transportation of the contractor’s personnel, equipment, and operating supplies to the work site. Mobilization will not be considered as work in fulfilling the contract requirements for commencement of work. Demobilization shall include all activities and costs for transportation of personnel, equipment, and supplies not required or included in the contract from the work site. Demobilization will only be authorized in

COMSEC Managers for QATAR the event of the completion of the contract with no anticipation of a follow-on contract, no continuing funds, or the unforeseen removal of contractor personnel from the worksite for their own safety through no fault of their own (based on the official direction of U. S.

Government). All demobilization travel must be pre-approved by the Contracting Officer unless it occurs under an emergency situation. Payment by DFAS through Wide Area

Workflow (WAWF) will be made as demobilization or mobilization occurs, after presentation of a proper invoice showing specific costs and supporting evidence of the charges.

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2.0 SERVICES SUMMARY (SS). The Services Summary outlines the performance objectives that relate directly to standards of performance required to meet mission needs.

The performance threshold briefly describes the minimum acceptable overall levels of service required for each required level of service. These thresholds are essential to mission success.

Performance Objective PWS para.

Performance Threshold

SS-1 Protect COMSEC material and limit access to individuals with a valid need-to-know

1.3.1.1.1 Performance is acceptable when there is no

Contracting Officer Representative (COR)-validated complaint per month of failure to correctly protect COMSEC material and deny access to individuals without a valid security clearance and a valid need-to-know. Performance is unacceptable when there is one or more COR-validated complaints per month of failure to correctly protect COMSEC material and deny access to individuals without a valid need-toknow. A validated complaint will result in a security violation investigation.

Results from the security violation investigation will determine future actions and outcomes. Re-performance must occur within 3 business days of notification.

SS-2 Receive, receipt for, and ensure the safeguarding and accounting of all COMSEC material

1.3.1.1.3 Performance is acceptable when there is no

COR -validated complaint per month of failure to correctly receive, receipt for, and ensure the safeguarding and accounting of all COMSEC material. Performance is unacceptable when there is one or more

COR-validated complaints per month of failure to correctly receive, receipt for, and ensure the safeguarding and accounting of all COMSEC material. A validated complaint will result in a security violation investigation. Results from the security violation investigation will determine future actions and outcomes. Re-performance must occur within 3 business days of notification.

SS-3 Maintain COMSEC accounting 1.3.1.1.4 Performance is acceptable when there is no

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COR-validated complaint per month of failure to correctly maintain COMSEC accounting and related records.

Performance is unacceptable when there is one or more COR -validated complaints per month of failure to correctly maintain

COMSEC accounting and related records.

A validated complaint will result in a security violation investigation. Results from the security violation investigation will determine future actions and outcomes. Re-performance must occur within 3 business days of notification.

SS-4 Conduct, document, and submit an inventory semiannually and/or when sub-handreceipt holders change

1.3.1.1.5 Performance is acceptable when there are

no COR -validated complaints of failure to correctly conduct, document and inventory semiannually and/or when sub hand receipt holders change. Performance is unacceptable when there is one or more

COR-validated complaints of failure to correctly conduct an inventory semiannually. A validated complaint will result in a security violation investigation.

Results from the security violation investigation will determine future actions and outcomes. Reperformance must occur within 3 business days of notification.

SS-5 Perform routine destruction of

COMSEC material

1.3.1.1.6 Performance is acceptable when there is no

COR-validated complaint per month of failure to correctly perform destruction of

COMSEC material in the designated time period and prescribed method as annotated in the regulations, instructions and messages. Performance is unacceptable when there is one or more COR -validated complaints per month of failure to correctly perform routine destruction of

COMSEC material. A validated complaint will result in a security violation investigation. Results from the security violation investigation will determine future actions and outcomes. Re-performance must occur within 3 business

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SS-6 Ensure that required page checks are accomplished on all keying material and publications

1.3.1.1.10 Performance is acceptable when there is no

COR -validated complaint per month of failure to correctly ensure that required page checks are accomplished on all keying material and publications.

Performance is unacceptable when there is one or more COR -validated complaints per month of failure to correctly ensure that required page checks are accomplished on all keying material and publications. A validated complaint will result in a security violation investigation. Results from the security violation investigation will determine future actions and outcomes.

Reperformance must occur within 3 business days of notification.

SS-7 COMSEC Emergency Action

Procedures IAW NSA CSS MAN 3-

1.3.1.1.21 Performance is acceptable when there is a

current, written and rehearsed emergency plan for the protection of COMSEC material appropriate for manmade disasters, natural catastophes, and hostile actions. Performance is unacceptable when the written emergency plan is not on file, current and rehearsed. A validated complaint will result in a security violation investigation. Results from the security violation investigation will determine future actions and outcomes.

Reperformance must occur within 3 business days of notification.

3.0 GENERAL INFORMATION

3.1 Management and Administration. The contractor shall provide necessary resources and infrastructure to manage and administer the services required in the contract.

3.2 Policy. The contractor shall be familiar with applicable DOD acquisition and

FMS policy, law, regulations, and guidance required to perform efforts as defined in this performance work statement.

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3.3 Contractor Identification. Contractor employee shall identify themselves as a contractor employee when answering phones and corresponding by e-mail. The contractor employee shall wear visible contractor-provided identification either as part of or attached to their outer clothing all times while on duty which clearly identifies the individual as a contract employee.

3.4 Access. The US and QATAR governments will provide the contractor access to facilities as required to perform duties in accordance with this contract. The contractor shall be subject to all appropriate military rules and regulations while working on a military installation.

3.5 Personnel Management and Training. The contractor shall be responsible for the employment, training, guidance, and supervision of qualified personnel to accomplish the services required under the contract. The contractor shall accomplish the assigned work by employing and utilizing qualified personnel with the appropriate combination of education, training, and experience.

3.6 Contractor Quality Control. The contractor shall use their own internal quality control program and procedures to identify, prevent, and ensure non-recurrence of defective services. The government shall receive quality services meeting the requirements of the contract through implementation of the Contractor’s Quality Control

Program and Procedures.

4.0 EVACUATION/DECLARATION OF EMERGENCY

4.1 Evacuations. If the Chief of the Mission orders a mandatory evacuation of some or all personnel, the level of assistance provided to employees of the contractor shall be the same as the level of assistance provided to other U.S. Embassy Mission

Essential staff/employees. In the event of a non-mandatory evacuation order, the contractor shall maintain personnel on location sufficient to meet contractual obligations under this contract until instructed to evacuate by the Contracting Officer, Contracting

Officer’s representative, or Chief of the Mission.

The Contracting Officer or the Contracting Officer’s representative may issue oral instructions to the contractor in cases of emergencies, e.g. enemy or terrorist activity or natural disaster that causes an immediate possibility of death or serious injury to contractor personnel. Such oral instructions shall be confirmed in writing in 48 hours or as soon as practicable after the emergency incident has subsided.

Medical Evacuation Costs: Should contractor personnel require medical evacuation from QATAR for whatever reason, all costs will be borne by the contractor.

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4.2 Declaration of Emergency. During a state of emergency, as declared by

National Command Authority or Commander-in-Chief, the contractor may be required to expand or curtail the level of services listed in the PWS. In accordance with DODI

3020.37, “Continuation of Essential DOD Contractor Services During Crisis”, the contractor is required to already have established a approved Continuity of Operations

Plan (COOP) prior to a crisis occuring. The American Embassy will provide specific instructions during the emergency as to which services, as indicated in the COOP, are considered essential and to what level to include hours of operation.