Attach_2 STCDE SOW 20220401_revised.pdf

STATEMENT OF WORK

ATTACHMENT 1

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STATEMENT OF WORK

FOR

SPACE TEST CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT AND EXECUTION

AT

EDWARDS AFB, CA

23 February 2022

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Curriculum Development and Execution

Table of Contents

1.0 SECTION I: DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

1.1 General

1.2 Background

1.3 Scope/Primary Services

1.4 Flight Operations

1.5 Inherently Governmental Function

1.6 Historical Data

1.7 Minimum Qualifications

1.8 Deliverables

1.9 Contractor Phase-In and Phase-Out Transition

2.0 SECTION II: GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY, EQUIPMENT, AND SERVICES

2.1 Government Furnished Services

2.2 Government Furnished Facilities

2.3 Government Furnished Equipment

2.4 Government Furnished Materials

3.0 SECTION IV: GENERAL INFORMATION

3.1 Hours of Operation

3.2 Contractor Personnel

43.3 Safety

4.4 Security Requirement

4.5 Miscellaneous Paragraph

5.0 SECTION V: APPENDICES & EXHIBITS

APPENDIX 1 Definitions, Abbreviations, and Acronyms

APPENDIX 2 Applicable Publications and Forms

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SECTION I

1.0 DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

1.1 General. This is a non-personal services contract to provide curriculum development and execution. The

Contractor shall provide personnel necessary to develop and execute the United States Air Force (USAF) Test

Pilot School (TPS) curriculum at Edwards AFB (EAFB), CA. Services shall include development and presentation of classroom instruction in Space domain testing to fulfill US Space Force (USSF) test education requriements, as well as general Test Foundations and Systems Test topics; integration of laboratory and hands-on educational capaiblities; support of Space Test classroom and laboratory facilities; and support in TPS research efforts and projects. Further, the Contractor shall provide knowledge and expertise to the Commandant, the

Technical Director, and the Course Director on space test education related issues.

1.1.1 Overview Description of Services/Introduction. The Contractor shall provide all management, personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, and other items and non-personal services necessary to perform curriculum development and execution as defined in this Statement of Work except for those items specified as Government furnished property and services. The Contractor shall perform to the standards in this contract. This includes the planning, coordination, and surveillance of the activities necessary to ensure disciplined work performance and timely resources application to accomplish all tasking under the contract. The Contractor shall be responsible for maintaining communication with the Contracting Officer (CO), and to immediately notify the CO of any problems that would prevent timely performance of this contract. The

Contractor is responsible for and required to implement, and maintain management control systems necessary to plan, organize, direct, and control all activities under this contract.

1.2 Background. The USAF TPS generates nearly 100 test professionals each year for the research, development, test, and evalaution workforce. Graduates of the Space Test Fundamentals program currently receive more than 17 weeks of dedicated instruction, to include classroom, hands-on, and laboratory experience.

The Space Test program at TPS is expected to grow over the next several years to 48 weeks to parallel the Flight

Test program. Graduates of the 48-week Flight Test programs receive 50 credit hours of instruction and approximately 100 flight test sorties prior to award of a Master of Science in Flight Test Engineering degree and graduation from TPS. To help counter the transient nature of the Air Force military workforce, USAF TPS has implemented a structured approach to add stability to the educational environment. Curriculum instruction is performed in accordance with the appropriate program syllabus. The USAF TPS Space Test Course Director oversees development and execution of the Space Test curriculum. Education Division Technical Experts oversee other areas of instruction at TPS. In-class instruction is performed for basic knowledge instruction, briefs in preparation for hands-on events, ground test events, and simulator lab events. The Contractor shall perform curriculum development, classroom instruction, and examination in areas where qualified and necessary to support the TPS curriculum in accordance with (IAW) the approved TPS Syllabi, USAF TPS Course Training

Standards (CTS) and USAF TPS Operating Instruction (OI) 99-107, Academic Standards.

1.2.1 Planned course growth. The Space Test program at TPS is planned to grow from the 3-month fundamentals course presented in CY21 to a year-long, masters degree granting program by CY26. As a result, ongoing curriculum development will take place simultaneously with curriculum execution. Curriculum development towards an accredited masters program will continue year-round. While the precise parameters of growth will accomodate changes driven by US Space Force requirements and resourcing, the agreed upon growth plan is as follows:

CY22: Two, 17-week classes of 21-23 students each

CY23: Two, 20-21 week classes of 21-23 students each

CY24: One, approximately 30 week class of 25 students

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CY25: One, approximately 40 week class of 25 students

CY26: One, 48 week class of 25 students (this reflects the expected steady-state operation)

1.3 Scope/Primary Services.

1.3.1 Development and Presentation of Classroom Instruction. Instructional materials development and course presentation by the Contractor shall support the Space Test curriculum. Instruction and curriculum development for Test Foundations or Systems branch curricula may also support Flight Test program objectives. All curricula and materials developed by the Contractor under this contract shall become the property of the USAF Test Pilot

School.

1.3.1.1 Space Test Curriculum Description. The current Space Test curriculum currently includes Introduction to

Test Fundamentals, Introduction to Systems Testing, Space Science Applications, Space Organization and

Contractor Field Trip, Advanced Space Test and Evaluation, and a Capstone Exercise. This curriculum is evolving into three “series” of instructions: Test Foundations, Mission Systems, and Space Sciences. Curriculum instruction is done according to the appropriate curriculum syllabi. Training will include test processes applicable to both developmental and operational space test; and include classroom, laboratory, and open-air events. Oral and/or written reports will be included in each module. Fieldtrips are taken to organizations engaged in developing, testing, and producing aerospace vehicles and equipment. In-class instruction is performed for basic knowledge instruction, briefs in preparation for hands-on events, ground test events, and simulator lab events.

Flight instruction in gliders is required (14 CFR 61 Certificated Flight Instructor – Glider rating required of at least two personnel). Flight instruction in light general aviation aircraft may be required. The USAF TPS Space

Test Course Director manages and oversees curriculum execution for the Space Test program. The Contractor shall provide classroom instruction and examination in areas where qualified and necessary to support the TPS curriculum in accordance with (IAW) an approved Space Test Syllabus, USAF TPS Course Training Standards

(CTS), and USAF TPS Operating Instruction (OI) 99-107, Academic Standards.

1.3.1.2 Curriculum Development. The Contractor shall provide knowledge and expertise in support of current and future USAF TPS Space Test curricula. The contractor shall work with the Course Director and other TPS divisions to develop and revise curricula. Tasks include developing lesson plans to meet designated learning objectives, preparation of instructor materials, preparation of courseware, and may also require collecting educational requirements from DoD organizations designated by the Course Director. Formal large scale changes to the curriculum are reviewed by a Curriculum Planning Council and approved by the Commandant. Lesser changes will be approved by the Course Director. The Contractor shall have the option to sit as a non-voting member of the Curriculum Planning Council.

1.3.1.3 Flight Test Course Instruction. The Contractor may be assigned to provide instruction, when qualified, for the Flight Test course in addition to the Space Test course, when such instruction would enable faculty in other

TPS divisions to provide relevant instruction to the Space Test students. Such situations should be synergistic to all TPS programs and may include flight operations for suitably qualified personnel, when dictated by task order.

1.3.1.4 Test Management Projects. The Contractor may be asked to participate in real-world test projects as mentors, faculty advisors, or support for real-world test/research projects performed as a graduation exercise. The small scope projects are refered to as Test Management Projects and are performed by student teams with faculty support and oversight. Personnel supporting any of the three major subject areas (Space Science, Test

Foundations, or Systems) may be assigned to Test Management Projects depending on the nature of the project and individual expertise.

1.3.1.5 Classroom and Laboratory Suppport. In addition to lab technician support (see 1.3.1.6.2), the contractor may be tasked to obtain classroom materials or laboratory equipment specific to particular learning objectives

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Management of this property will be IAW Para 2.1.1.

1.3.1.6 Local Staffing.

1.3.1.6.1 The Contractor will provide on-site / remote support (as needed) personnel who will provide the following:

1.3.1.6.1.1 Lead and support space domain specific instruction/curriculum development

1.3.1.6.1.2 Test fundamentals instruction/curriculum development, with a focus on DoD processes

1.3.1.6.1.3 Mission systems test instruction/curriculum development

1.3.1.6.1.4 Educational specialist support to assist in curriculum development and instructor training, as well as guidance in adhering to AFH 36-2235, Information for Designers of Instructional

Systems, and associated government documents, unless an alternative approach has been approved by the Course Director.

1.3.1.6.1.5 Lesson plans and course materials as required in support of Test Pilot School curricula

1.3.1.6.2 The Contractor will provide on-site / remote support (as needed) laboratory technicians who will provide the following:

1.3.1.6.2.1 Maintain, integrate, and upgrade laboratory equipment in support of curriculum and research objectives

1.3.1.6.2.2 Maintain, integrate, and upgrade open-air equipment in support of curriculum and research objectives

1.3.1.6.3 The Contractor will provide on-site / remote support (as needed) administrative support to include the following:

1.3.1.6.3.1 Support student and instructor scheduling

1.3.1.6.3.2 Support personnel-related administrative tasks

1.3.1.6.3.3 Support general administrative tasks

1.3.1.6.3.4 Support government security management

1.3.2 The contractor may work remotely on a case-by-case basis, except for classroom instruction, which will take place at USAF TPS facilities or other venues as directed by the Course Director. Remote work will be approved by the Course Director.

1.4 Flight Operations. The contractor may be asked to provide aircraft for glider or general aviation flight events via task order. Aircraft may be leased or contractor-owned. Aircraft will be approved via the Air Force

Airworthiness process and classified as CAO or PAO as necessary. TPS Government Flight Representative will approve flights and crewmembers prior to operation. The contractor will be responsible for maintenance of leased or owned aircraft used in the performance of this contract.

1.5 Inherently Governmental Function. The Contractor shall not perform Inherently Governmental functions as defined in FAR Subpart 7.5 in relationship to this Performance Work Statement (PWS).

1.6 Historical Data. Some of the tasks described above have been performed under the Space Test Short

Course Development contract, FA9302-19-D-0009. All material developed as part of the prior contract is government owned and will be available for ongoing course development.

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1.7 Minimum Qualifications.

a) The contractor shall ensure that the following are adhered to:

1.7.1. Security Clearance. Contractor personnel performing work under this contract must have a Top Secret

Security Clearance at time of the proposal submission, be eligible for access to SCI information, and must maintain the level of security required for the life of the contract. All employees must be US citizens and possess an approved and active top secret security clearance completed within the last 5 years, must have a favorable Tier

3 investigation or higher, and must be eligible for Special Access Program (SAP) access.

1.7.2. Training. The contractor shall ensure employees receive sufficient training as outlined in section 3of this

PWS.

1.7.3. Language. For safety purposes, all employees must be able to communicate and understand English. All coursework should be clearly developed and executed in “legal english”.

1.7.4. Physical Effort. The requirements outlined in this PWS mostly involve light physical effort, such as carrying items weighing up to approximately 20 pounds, typing, phones, and computer use. The majority of work is completed indoors, but some outdoor work is also required, to potentially include on the flight line. All contractor employees must maintain mental alertness and vigilance at all times.

1.7.5. Health and Safety Plan. The contractor shall submit a Health and Safety Plan that describes the capabilities and processes to ensure compliance with health and safety requirements during performance of the work described in the SOW and solicitation. The plan shall include appropriate measures to ensure the contractor reacts promptly to investigate, correct, and track alleged health and safety violations and/or uncontrolled hazards in contractor work areas. The contractor must submit an accepable Health and Safety Plan and corresponding site safety checklist to the CO no later than (NLT) 10 business days after contract award.

1.7.6 Quality Control Plan. The contractor shall submit a Quality Control Plan that describes the capabilities and processes to ensure compliance with USAF TPS curriculum execution, review, and approval requirements during performance of the work described in the SOW and solicitation. At a minimum, the plan shall include:

coordination with appropriate TPS Branch Technical Experts and/or Course Director on development of material;

review and approval of new/updated material prior to execution according to the timelines in Paragraph 1.8.1;

consistent grading procedures according to timelines and policy established by the TPS Education Division and/or

Course Director; method of incorporating applicable student feedback into future material, as coordinated with the

Course Director; method of incorporating new/updated requirements, as communicated by the Course Director, into student/instructor materials.

1.8 Deliverables.

1.8.1 Below is a list of deliverables under this contract.

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Support Area Title Delivery Date/Description

Management Manpower Reporting See 1.9.2 below.

Management Duty Roster for the Upcoming

Month

Monthly (by the 25th calendar day)

Management Health & Safety Plan Within 10 business days after award (see 1.7.5)

Management Quality Control Plan NLT 2 weeks prior to each class start date, or as approved by the Course Director (see 1.7.6)

Technical Report Meeting Minutes As required

Technical Report Lesson Plans Assigned, as required. Modifications to existing material are due NLT 2 calendar weeks prior to lesson execution, or as approved by

Course Director. Delivery of new content is due 6 weeks prior to lesson execution for review, or as approved by the Course Director.

Technical Report Student/Instructor Course Materials Assigned, as required. Modifications to existing material are due NLT 2 calendar weeks prior to lesson execution, or as approved by

Course Director. Delivery of new content is due 6 weeks prior to lesson execution for review, or as approved by the Course Director.

Management Ground, Flight, and Safety

Procedures

The contractor will be responsible for submitting Ground, Flight and Safety

Procedures (collectively known as The

Procedures) for approval by the TPS GFR prior to flight operations. (see 1.4)

1.8.2 Service Contractor Reporting of Information (SCR).

The contractor shall report ALL contractor labor hours (including subcontractor labor hours) required for performance of services provided under this contract for the USAF TPS on a secure data collection site, System for Award Management – SAM site at https://sam.gov), specifically where (1) period of performance indicates that performance occurred during FY22, (2) the product service code (PSC) reported is in one of the identified category management areas, (3) were in excess of $3M in obligations or deobligations reported during FY22. If applicable, the contractor is required to completely fill in all required data fields in the SAM database. Reporting inputs will be for the labor executed during the period of performance for each Government fiscal year (FY), which runs 1 October through 30 September. While inputs may be reported any time during the FY, all data shall be reported no later than 31 October of each calendar year. Contractors may direct questions to the SAM help desk. Uses and Safeguarding of Information: Information from the secure web site is considered to be proprietary in nature when the contract number and contractor identity are associated with the direct labor hours and direct labor dollars. At no time will any data be released to the public with the contractor name and contract number associated with the data. User Manuals: Data for Air Force service requirements must be inputted at the SAM link, please refer to the Service Contract Reporting (SCR) Guidebook for more information. If not readily available in the SAM database, the most recent guidebook and frequently asked questions on reporting can be provided by the procurement contracting officer (PCO) at the contractor’s request.

1.9 Contractor Phase-In and Phase-Out Transition. Incoming contractor personnel to be trained by the incumbent contractor shall possess, prior to training, all special skills, licenses, and certifications needed to perform the specific tasks in this SOW. The training will cover unique features of all systems and equipment. The OJT may be augmented by any applicable instruction from manuals and videotapes. Contractor phase-in will not be necessary for an incumbent contractor.

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1.9.2 Contractor Phase-Out: The outgoing contractor shall allow the incoming contractor to interview for employment the outgoing contractor’s personnel, provided that work interruption time is reasonable.

1.9.2.1 The outgoing contractor shall provide 30 calendar days of OJT training to the incoming contractor. The outgoing contractor shall integrate the incoming contractor personnel into the regular work schedule in order to maximize OJT benefits. Contractor personnel to be trained shall possess, prior to training, all required special skills needed to perform the specific tasks in this SOW. The training objective is to enhance technical skills so that the transfer of responsibilities will be efficient.

1.9.2.2 During the 30 calendar day training period, the outgoing contractor shall perform all requirements in the

SOW.

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SECTION II

2.0 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY, EQUIPMENT, AND SERVICES

2.1. Government Furnished Services. The Government will provide facilities, materials, and services listed in this section.

2.1.1 Government Furnished Property (GFP). The Contractor shall conduct an inventory of all GFP listed above during the phase-in transition period. The Contractor shall sign receipt for all equipment provided by the

Government. The Contractor shall determine and certify the working order and condition of all equipment. Items of equipment missing or not in working order shall be recorded. If the Contractor does not elect to participate in the inventory within the timeframe listed above, the Contractor must accept as accurate, the listing and stated condition of equipment provided by the Government. If the Contractor participates in the inventory but does not agree with the Government representative's determination as to the working order of the equipment, the equipment will be turned in as excess or the matter will be turned over to the CO for resolution. The Contractor shall designate a property custodian throughout the life of the contract to receipt and account for all GFP. By completion or extension of each yearly option of the contract, an inventory of GFP shall be conducted by the

Contractor and a Property Management Systems Analysis (PMSA) performed by the Government Property

Administrator (PA). Except for those items or services specifically stated to be Government-furnished in appendixes, the

Contractor shall furnish everything required to perform this contract IAW all of its terms.

2.1.2 Custodial Service. The Government shall provide custodial services for restroom facilities in base facilities

IAW the current base custodial contract. All inquiries regarding scheduling and level of custodial services will be directed to the COR.

2.1.3 Emergency Medical Services. EAFB will provide emergency medical services for Contractor personnel in performance of services under this contract base IAW Air Force Instruction (AFI) 41-115 Chapter 1. The

Contractor shall reimburse the Government for treatment provided at the current reimbursement rate for non-authorized user IAW Air Force Handbook (AFH) 41-114, paragraph 42. The Contractor shall provide to the

412th Medical Group, the name of a physician and/or hospital to which injured personnel can be transferred for further treatment and care after receiving initial emergency treatment on base. All mishaps will be promptly reported to the base safety office through the CO.

2.1.4 Refuse Collection. The Government will provide refuse collection services. The Contractor shall take refuse to the nearest dumpster on a regular basis. The Contractor shall comply with all installation recycling programs, refuse volume reduction programs, and hazardous waste collection policies IAW base policies.

2.1.5 Security Police. The Government will provide general on-base Security Forces service. The Security

Forces phone number for emergencies is (661) 277-3340/3341 (or 911, but only if calling from EAFB landlines).

2.1.6 Fire Protection. The Government will provide fire prevention, protection, inspection. and maintenance of

Government-furnished fire extinguishers and systems, pest control, and grounds maintenance through organic or contract resources. The Fire Department telephone extension is 911 for emergencies. The Contractor shall comply with the fire prevention and protection program as outlined in AFFTCI 32-11, Fire Prevention and

Protection Program and other Air Force directives. The Fire Protection phone number for emergencies is (661)

277-4540/4541 (or 911, but only if calling from EAFB landlines).

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2.1.7 Telephone Service. The Government will provide local and DSN telephone services CONTROLLED

UNCLASSIFIED INFORMATION (CUI) use at no cost to the Contractor. Commercial long distance calls shall be at the Contractor’s expense.

2.1.8 Utilities. The Government will provide all electricity, water and sewage at no additional cost to the

Contractor. The Contractor shall be responsible for operating under conditions that preclude the waste of utilities.

2.2 Government Furnished Facilities.

2.2.1 Classrooms, briefing rooms, and multi media equipment integral to the USAF TPS shall be available to the instructors on an as-needed basis. This includes projection capability for Power Point slides, digital video projection with audio, and dry-erase white boards in the classrooms and briefing rooms. All non-laboratory computer support shall be PC-based. Laboratory computers may also be LINUX-based.

2.2.2 The Government will provide the necessary workspace for the Contractor staff to provide the support outlined in the PWS to include desk spaceand storage for curriculum and personal reference material. The workspace will also include telephones, computers for use on the local area network (LAN), email, and the

Internet for work related to this contract, and other items necessary to maintain an office environment.

2.3 Government Furnished Materials.

2.3.1 The Government will provide the following information: access to relevant Government organizations, information and documentation, manuals, texts, briefs, and associated materials as required.

2.3.2 Supplies and Support. The government will provide supplies for use in preparation and presentation of curriculum materials. A common access card will be provided for this support.

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SECTION III

3.0 GENERAL INFORMATION

3.1. Hours of Operation. The Contractor shall perform the services required under this contract during the hours of operation required Monday thru Friday except Federal holidays or when the Government facility is closed due to local or national emergencies, administrative closings, or similar Government directed facility closings. The Contractor will not be reimbursed when the Government facility is closed for the above reasons. On occasion, an employee may be required to work on weekends and Federal Holidays. The

Government will notify the Contractor within 24 hours of such occurrence. The Contractor must at all times maintain an adequate workforce for the uninterrupted performance of all tasks defined within this PWS when the Government facility is not closed for the above reasons. The Contractor shall keep in mind that the stability and continuity of the workforce are essential. Normal TPS hours are considered to be between

0730 through 1630 local time, 5 days per week, except on Federal Holidays. The contractor may adjust work hours, as required, to support educational TPS requirements. Overtime is not allowed unless expressly authorized by the Contracting Officer.

3.1.1 Recognized Holidays.

New Year’s Day Independence Day Veteran’s Day

Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday Juneteenth Day Thanksgiving Day

President’s Day Labor Day Christmas Day

Memorial Day Columbus Day

*If the holiday falls on a Saturday, it will be observed on the preceding Friday. If the holiday falls on Sunday, it will be observed on the following Monday.

3.2. Contract Personnel.

3.2.1. Qualifications. The contractor shall have experience teaching military personnel in a formal classroom setting and utilize employees possessing adequate training, skills, and knowledge to perform the requirements of this contract. The contractor shall be considered a recognized expert in the field of test and evaluation, and have experience with space-domain test and evaluation education, systems testing, and application of test fundamentals to the space-domain in both an academic and professional environment. The contractor shall provide experience in the development and application of space test measures and test techniques, as well as providing experience in two or more of the USSF spacepower disciplines (Orbital Warfare, Space Electronic Warfare, Space Battle

Management, Space Access and Sustainment, Military Intelligence, Cyber Operations, Acquisition &

Engineering). The spacepower disciplines are defined in “Spacepower: Space Capstone Publication, Doctrine for

Space Forces”, 10 Aug 2020. The contractor shall provide instructors and curriculum developers with relevant experience supporting test of space or air systems as an engineer, analyst, or operator. Instructors who have graduated a formal test and evaluation curriculum are desired (e.g. USAF Test Pilot School or equivalent space or air domain programs). If the qualifications cannot be met by the contractor, a determination of acceptability/equivalency is required by written approval from the CO, coordinated with the Course Director, for proposed alternate qualifications.

3.2.1.1 Classroom instructors provided by the contractor shall have an earned Masters degree from an accredited university program, in engineering or related field, or equivalent experience. Additionally, classroom instructors of Test & Evaluation topics shall have at least 5 years of professional experience in the field of laboratory, FA9304-22-R-5004

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3.2.1.1.1 Instructors of Test Foundations subjects shall have applicable experience in the application of DoD test and evaluation processes within an major acquisition program, preferably a space-warfighting domain program.

3.2.1.1.2 Instructors of Mission Systems subjects shall have applicable experience in laboratory, developmental, or operational test and evaluation of mission/payload systems (to include terrestrially-based systems) preferably as implemented in a space domain program.

3.2.1.1.3 Instructors of space-domain specific subjects, i.e. “Space Sciences”, subjects shall have applicable experience of space vehicles, ground segments, comm/data links, space operations, and associated topics. No less than one instructor of such topics, and preferably more, shall have experience in developmental or operational test and evaluation.

3.2.1.2 Laboratory technicians provided by the contractor shall provide personnel with relevant training and/or experience in the class of laboratory systems used in support of the Space Test syllabus, as dictated by task order.

3.2.1.3 Educational specialists provided by the contractor shall provide personnel with relevant training and/or experience in preparation of graduate-level educational materials and training of new academic instructors.

3.2.1.4 Security specialists provided by the contractor shall provide personnel with relevant training and experience administering DoD security programs, including SCI and SAP programs and facilities, as dictated by task order.

3.2.1.5 Adminstrative personnel provided by the contractor shall have have relevant training or experience in use of Microsoft Office products, Sharepoint, Teams, and be proficient in written and verbal communcations.

3.2.2 Personnel Roster. The Contractor may be required to provide a personnel roster consisting of names and other pertinent personnel data to the requiring activity for the purposes of 100% accountability real-world and exercise situations. The personnel roster shall be updated as individuals are removed and added.

3.2.3. Employees. All employees hired to fulfill the objectives of this SOW shall be the responsibility of the

Contractor and they must meet the above mentioned qualification. The Government reserves the right to restrict the employment, under this contract, of any Contractor employee, or prospective Contractor employee who is identified as a potential threat to health, safety, security, general wellbeing, or the operational mission of the installation and its population. Contractor shall perform background checks, at Contractor's expense, to ensure that said employee has not been convicted of any sexual crime or any crime against children.

3.2.3.1. Alcohol/Drug Use. The consumption of alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs by Contractor personnel, while on duty, is strictly forbidden. The Contractor shall immediately remove any employee who is under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

3.2.3.2 Appearance. The Contractor personnel shall present a neat appearance. Contractors’ uniforms, when such are worn, must be easily recognized.

3.2.3.3 Certifications. Contractor employees shall have current and valid professional certifications and licenses required to perform the work in this SOW, prior to contract award. All certification and licensing requirements by Federal, State, and local agencies shall be complied with at the Contractor's expense.

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3.2.3.4 Valid Driver's License. All Contractor employees shall have a valid state driver license and shall be required to read, write, speak, and understand English.

3.2.3.5 English Language. Employees who deal directly with customers will be required to effectively communicate with the customers in English. This requirement is strictly for the purpose of efficiently performing the contract tasks.

3.2.3.6 Flight line Access. All employees requiring flight line access shall be fully qualified and thoroughly familiar with flight line rules and regulations as stated in AFI 13-213, Air Field Management. This includes

Secret Security Clearance. Employees without independent flight line access will be escorted by TPS or contractor personnel with flight line escort privileges.

3.2.3.7 Staffing. To minimize any decreases in productivity and to prevent possible negative impacts on services, the government requires the contractor to maintain mandated on-site positions (see 1.3.1.6) at 100% staffing. The contractor will have 30 calendar days after award to fill all required positions. Any future vacancies shall be filled within 14 calendar days. If the contractor cannot fill the position with a qualified candidate within 14 days, a plan to fill the vacancy shall be coordinated with the CO and Program Manager. Extended vacancies (beyond 14 days) shall be reflected in the contractor’s Contract Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) evaluation unless the CO and Program Manager have agreed to a longer period necessary to onboard qualified personnel.

3.2.3.8 Flight Safety. Any perceived breaches in flight safety will be reviewed by the PM and TPS GFR. If the

PM or TPS GFR determines that any Contractor Employee did not adhere to FAA (Part 61 or 91) or USAF (11-series AFIs) regulations, Contractor’s Ground, Flight and Safety Procedures, or other local guidance and regulations, or other local guidance and regulations, the PM or TPS GFR will remove the employee from flight status in the execution of the duties in this SOW.

3.2.4 Contractor Certifications/Qualifications. The Contractor shall utilize employees possessing adequate training, skills, and knowledge to perform the requirements of this contract. The Contractor shall maintain a file containing the qualifications/certifications of each employee. A copy of the qualification/certifications of any new employee hired after the contract start date shall likewise be maintained for review by the Contracting

Officer at any time.

3.2.5 Employee Training. The Contractor shall give all training required to meet requirements of the SOW unless otherwise specified within the SOW or as otherwise approved by the CO. The Contractor shall maintain training and experience records for each employee during the period of this contract that reflect sufficient personnel are qualified to accomplish all tasks required by this contract. Status of employee training will be provided upon Government request. The Contractor shall train, qualify, and certify personnel for all tasks identified in this contract and in all areas identified that are not specifically identified as the responsibility of the government. Government furnished training shall be monitored by the Contractor to maintain required currency.

3.2.6 Travel. Contractor may be requested to travel to military installations, Contractor facilities, or other locations. The Contractor shall be permitted to travel in support of the services outlined in the SOW and as defined in the governing service contract. The Contractor shall be reimbursed for travel expenses for primary services deemed valid by the USAF TPS travel program manger.

3.2.7 Use of Government Employees. The Contractor shall not employ any person who is an employee of the

U.S. Government if employing that person would create a conflict of interest. In addition, the Contractor shall not employ any person who is an employee of the Department of the Defense if such employment would be contrary to the policies contained in AFI 64-106, Chapter 1, Industrial Labor Relations Activities.

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3.2.8 Employment of Spouses/Dependents. The Contractor shall not employ any person who is a spouse or dependent child of a Department of Defense employee (either military or civilian) when such employee would be placed in a conflict of interest or appearance of a conflict of interest by virtue of such employment.

3.2.9. Off-duty Military Personnel. The Contractor is cautioned that off-duty active military personnel hired under this contract may be subject to permanent change of station, change in duty hours, or deployment. Military

Reservists and National Guard members may be subject to reorder to active duty. The abrupt absence of these personnel could adversely affect the Contractor's ability to perform. However, their absence at any time shall not constitute an excuse for nonperformance under this contract.

3.2.10 Identification of Contractor Employees. All contract personnel attending meetings, answering

Government telephones, and working in other situations where their Contractor status is not obvious to third parties are required to identify themselves as such to avoid creating an impression in the minds of members of the public that they are Government officials. They must also ensure that all documents or reports produced by

Contractors are suitably marked as Contractor products or that Contractor participation is appropriately disclosed.

3.2.11 Privately Owned Vehicles. Each Contractor employee driving a privately owned vehicle on the installation must carry minimum liability insurance as required by the State. Contractor employees shall adhere to all posted speed limits and shall not use hand-held cellular telephones while driving on the installation for phone calls or texting. Use of seatbelts is mandatory. Any Contractor employee cited for driving under the influence will have their driving privileges immediately revoked for a period to be determined.

3.2.12. Contract Manager (CM). The contractor shall provide a contract manager and alternate(s) who are knowledgeable of the requirement. The contractor shall submit the name, address, telephone number and a résumé of the CM to the CO within 2 days of contract start date. The list shall be kept current throughout the life of the contract. The CM or alternate(s) shall have full authority to act for the contractor on all contract matters relating to daily operation of this contract. The CM or alternate(s) shall be available within two (2) hours to meet on the installation with government personnel designated by the CO to discuss problem areas. The CM and alternate(s) shall be able to read, write, and speak English. The CM shall be able to effectively communicate with contractor employees.

3.3. Safety

3.3.1 OSHA. It is the contractor's responsibility to ensure its employees and managers have a comprehensive understanding of and full compliance with OSHA requirements. Detailed information is available on the OSHA website at http://www.osha.gov. It is the contractor's sole responsibility for compliance with OSHA, Public Law

91-596. The contractor shall comply with all federal, state and local laws, and Air Force Instructions for the protection of their employees while working on an Air Force Installation or property. The protection of contractor employees is exclusively the obligation of the contractor.

3.3.2. Safety Threats. The Contractor shall not employ persons for work on this contract if such employees are identified to the Contractor by the CO as a potential threat to the health, safety, security, general well-being or operational mission of the installation and its population.

3.3.3 Substance Abuse Testing. Contractor employees shall be subject to substance abuse testing as a result of a mishap investigation when an individual’s actions or inactions are suspected as factors in a mishap sequence. The

CO/FC may identify the employees to be tested and the drugs and substances for which those employees must be tested. The service provider shall accomplish the specified testing using a certified (i.e., a certified lab that meets

Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)/ Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services

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Administration (SAMHSA) certification) medical substance abuse testing facility. Results of the test(s) shall be provided to the Government solely for the purpose of completing an investigation.

3.3.4 Safety Equipment. The contractor shall furnish proper personal safety equipment for its employees in performance of this contract. Safety equipment includes, but is not limited to, flight approved uniforms and shoes/boots, eyeware, aviation headsets, and gloves, as required for the intended operation.

3.4 Security Requirements:

3.4.1 All Contractor employees will be subject to a criminal history background check IAW Air Force Manual

(AFMAN) 31-113, Installation Perimeter Access Control, as stipulated in the Installation

Commander’s memorandum to the 412th Security Forces Office dated 23 Apr 2015 (the AFMAN and memorandum are both limited access documents but more details on the requirements/process in terms of background checks can be provided by the Contracting Office upon request). Vehicle registration, proof of insurance, and a valid driver's license must be presented for vehicles. Installation Commanders may deny access and credentials based on information obtained during identity vetting that indicates the individual may present a threat to the good order, discipline, and morale of the installation.

3.4.2 Base Access. For Contractor personnel who wish to obtain long-term Base access via an Air Force

Materiel Command (AFMC) Form 496, Application for AFMC Identification Card, IAW Air Force Federal

Acquisition Regulation Supplement (AFFARS) Clause 5352.242-9000, Contractor Access to Air Force

Installations, the Prime Contractor shall submit a written request on company letterhead to the CO with the following information (prior to submitting a request for Base access via an AFMC Form 496): 1) contract number, 2) location of work, 3) expiration date (must be on or before contract’s expiration date), and 4) names of employees/ subcontractor employees needing access to the base, to include each employee’s company name.

3.4.2.1 Base passes will be limited to the length of the contract not to exceed 3 years from the date the AFMC

Form 496 is submitted to the Contracting Office for signature.

3.4.2.2 The AFMC Form 496 will be reviewed/approved by the CO, then taken by the Contractor employee to the Edwards AFB Pass & Registration Office in Building 3000 for the security portion and issuance of the Base pass.

3.4.2.3 The contractor shall comply with all base security regulations. Additionally, the contractor shall comply with actions dictated by force protection condition changes/measures. For real-world situations/exercises, changes to force protection conditions could impact contractor performance of work and can include denial of access to the installation to perform work

3.4.2.4 Only employees who will be working on the contract consistently/frequently should be submitted for a long term Base pass.

3.4.3 The Contractor shall comply with all security requirements imposed by the Installation. Specific security considerations will be handled on an individual Task Order basis as required.

3.4.4 The contractor shall report suspicious activity (refer to Edwards AFB Contractor Antiterrorism Awareness pamphlet) to Security Forces at 661-277-3340 in a timely manner.

3.4.5 The Contractor and its employees shall comply with all base traffic regulations.

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3.4.6 Visitors/contractors with driver’s licenses from ME, MN, MO, MT, and WA (exceptions are EDL-

Enhanced driver’s licenses from MN & WA) will not be able to obtain Base access without another form of identification as an identity proofing document. The list of authorized IDs can be found in the REAL ID Act of

2005. Please visit the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) website to get the latest information, https://www.dhs.gov/current-status-states-territories.

3.4.7 Contractor will be offered Level I - Antiterrorism Awareness Training by the government. This training provides contractor employees with the requisite knowledge necessary to remain vigilant for possible terrorist threats. Coordination for training should be done by the requiring unit Antiterrorism Representative (ATR) after contract award. AT Level I training can be taken at https://jkodirect.jten.mil/Atlas2/faces/page/login/Login.seam for non-CAC holders. Tracking for each contractor or subcontractor employee is the responsibility of the or unit

ATR.

3.4.8 The Contractor shall be responsible for safeguarding all government property, equipment and materials provided for Contractor use. At the end of each work period, all government facilities, equipment, and materials shall be secured.

3.4.9 During performance of the contract, the Contractor shall be responsible for obtaining required identification for newly assigned personnel.

3.4.10 The Contractor shall be responsible for prompt return of credentials and vehicle passes for: 1) any employee who no longer requires access to the work site; 2) upon request by a CO; and 3) upon completion or termination of the contract. The Prime Contractor shall ensure that all Base identification passes issued to employees and subcontractor employees are returned to the issuing office. Failure to comply with these requirements may result in withholding of payment.

3.4.11 Contractor employees are prohibited from possessing weapons, firearms or ammunition, on themselves or within Contractor-owned or privately owned vehicle while on Edwards AFB.

3.4.12 Security Clearance Levels. Contractor personnel performing work under this contract must have a Top

Secret Security Clearance at time of the proposal submission, be eligible for access to SCI information, and must maintain the level of security required for the life of the contract. All employees must be US citizens and possess an approved and active top secret security clearance completed within the last 5 years, must have a favorable Tier

3 investigation or higher, and must be eligible for Special Access Program (SAP) access. The security requirements are in accordance with the attached DD254.

3.4.13 Computer Security (COMPUSEC).

3.4.13.1. Local Area Network (LAN). The Government will provide limited access to the existing LAN to include email capability. The Contractor shall not use the LAN for purposes other than for work required under this contract.

3.4.13.2. Required Training. All Contractors will receive documented Information Assurance (IA) training prior to receiving access to the LAN. Authorized users will receive initial IA orientation and annual (every 12 months) awareness training to ensure they know, understands, and applies the IA requirements of Air Force information and ISs. The minimum orientation and awareness requirements for users are outlined in DoD 8570.01-M. IA

Program. The Contractor shall comply with the established C4 Systems IA program to integrate security education, training, and awareness covering the COMSEC, COMPUSEC, and Emissions Security (EMSEC) disciplines. Contractor personnel shall be required to attend initial and annual IA training at no additional cost to the Government.

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3.5. MISCELLANEOUS PARAGRAPHS:

3.5.1 Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). All official government records affected by this contract are subject to the provisions of the FOIA (5 U.S.C. 552/DoDM 5400.07_AFMAN33-302). Any request received by the contractor for access/release of information from these records to the public (including government/contractor employees acting as private citizens), whether oral or in writing, shall be immediately brought to the attention of the CO for forwarding to the Base FOIA Manager to ensure proper processing and compliance with the Act.

3.5.2 Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).

(1) The contractor shall comply with DoD 5200.48 Controlled Unclassified Information and implementing

Air Force Guidance for Controlled Unclassified Information (currently, Air Force Guidance Memorandum 2020-

16-01) and the CUI requirements in this contract. The CUI regulation cited in this paragraph sets policy and procedures for marking, handling, transmitting, safeguarding, decontrolling and authorizing for public release of

CUI material.

(2) Any Contractor employee CUI training required under DoDI 5200.48 including initial and annual CUI training shall be accomplished following coordination with the cognizant local CUI authority.

3.5.3 Notification of Debarment/Suspension Status. The Contractor shall provide immediate notice to the

Contracting Officer in the event of being suspended, debarred or declared ineligible by any other Federal

Department or agency, or upon receipt of a notice of proposed debarment from another DOD Agency, during the performance of this contract.

3.5.4 Official Correspondence. The Government singularly identifies each project with a contract number at time of award. The contract number is a unique identifier to purposely and permanently represent an awarded project.

The Government issued contract number is to be referenced on all official communication starting upon notice of award.

3.5.5 Post Award Conference. The Contractor agrees to attend any post award conference convened by the

Contracting Officer IAW FAR Part 42.5.