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PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

for

EVE – EVENT EXECUTION

A Contract Providing

TEST INSTRUCTION SERVICES

For

USAF TEST PILOT SCHOOL

at

EDWARDS AFB, CA

11 July 2024

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Table of Contents

1.0 SECTION I: DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

1.1 General

1.2 Background

1.3 Objectives, Scope, and Period of Performance

1.4 Tasks and Technical Requirements

1.5 Minimum Qualifications

1.6 Deliverables

1.7 Data Rights

1.8 Contractor Travel

2.0 SECTION II: SERVICE SUMMARY

2.1 General

2.2 Performance Evaluation

2.3 Service Summary Table

2.4 Government Quality Assurance

2.5 Contracting Officer’s Representative

2.6 Contractor’s Performance

3.0 SECTION III: GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY and SERVICES

3.1 Government Furnished Services

3.2 Government Facilities

3.3 Government Furnished Flight Equipment

4.0 SECTION IV: GENERAL INFORMATION

4.1 Hours of Operation

4.2 Contractor Personnel

4.3 Continuation of Essential DoD Contractor Services During Crisis

4.4 Green Procurement Program

4.5 Miscellaneous Paragraph

4.6 Security

4.7 Safety

5.0 SECTION V APPENDICES & EXHIBITS

APPENDIX 1 Definitions, Abbreviations, and Acronyms

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SECTION I

1.0 DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

1.1 General. The mission of the U.S. Air Force Test Pilot School is to create highly-adaptive, critical-thinking test leaders to accelerate multidomain capabilities to the warfighter. To accomplish that mission, TPS educates approximately fifty (50) students per year in flight test and twenty-five (25) students a year in space test. As the U.S. continues to integrate its warfighting capabilities across multiple domains (space, air, cyberspace, and even others like land, sea, and subsurface), the education required for TPS graduates continues to evolve. TPS is continuing is tradition of producing high-caliber graduates while simultaneously modernizing its curriculum, and it is doing this during an unprecedented manning shortage impacting operations across the Air Force. As such, TPS is looking to augment its cadre with contracted subject matter experts to provide instruction to its students during curriculum events. Doing this will have myriad benefits to TPS: it will ensure the highest-quality instruction is provided to its students and it allows the assigned staff at TPS additional time to focus on modernization of the curriculum and other necessary efforts. This is a non-personnel services contract to provide Test Pilot School Curriculum Event Instruction. The contractor shall provide instructor pilots (IPs) and/or instructor flight test engineers (IFTEs) to execute TPS curriculum events in accordance with its curriculum and syllabus per follow-on Task Orders (TOs). The government shall not exercise any supervision or control over the contract service providers performing the services herein. Such contract service providers shall be accountable solely to the contractor who, in turn is responsible to the government.

1.1.1 Description of Services/Objectives.

The contractor shall provide all management, personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, and other items and non-personal services necessary to perform Test Pilot School Curriculum Event Instruction as defined in this Performance Work Statement (PWS) 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.

1.2 Background. TPS students attend either the Flight Test Course (FTC), Enlisted Flight Test Course (ETC), or Space Test Course (STC). TPS produces graduates that predominate the leadership ranks of the Air Force Test Center, Air Force Material Command, US Space Force, and even the US Air Force, as the Chief of Staff of the USAF is a graduate of TPS. TPS is updating its curriculum to incorporate modern technology in the air and space domains, including classified programs. It is also looking to instill upon its graduates all the pertinent lessons learned on modern acquisition programs. TPS is doing this while concurrently executing its syllabus and educating test professionals both in the classroom and during test-representative curriculum events in aircraft, control rooms, and/or operations floors. TPS is also staffed with cadre who have an unprecedented level of inexperience in flight test when compared to previous instructor rotations. This means that TPS staff are less equipped with historical lessons and experiences in flight test, and therefore are less capable of conveying all pertinent instruction to modern students. In this context, the USAF and USSF are attempting to accelerate change by rapidly procuring, testing and fielding capabilities on timescales faster than legacy programs have executed. Finally, potential adversaries have leveraged the two-decade focus by the US on low-intensity, asymmetric warfare and have learned to develop and field capabilities faster than the US. TPS graduates are expected to immediately execute and lead programs on unprecedented timescales, fielding capability more advanced than anything they have previously seen, on timescales that were previously not possible, to compete with an adversary that has already demonstrated an ability to outpace the US. TPS is thereby leveraging the entirety of the US industrial and commercial base to ensure mission success and the defense of US national interests.

1.3. Objectives, Scope and Period of Performance. The overall objective of this PWS is to develop a pool of contractors who will support TPS by providing curriculum event instruction to FTC, ETC and/or STC students as well as qualification upgrade training to TPS instructors. This will provide the highest-possible quality TPS graduate

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• Provide instruction to TPS students in simulators, aircraft, control rooms, and/or operations floors in support of FTC, STC, and/or ETC curriculum learning outcomes and objectives.

• Provide upgrade training to TPS assigned and attached staff as required to enable those individuals to support curriculum execution.

• Execute continuation training as necessary to maintain qualification and currency in order to provide the services described herein.

Contractors will achieve these objectives by executing tasks as defined in each Task Order. Each contractor will be expected to perform program management and other tasks in support of this PWS and subsequent TOs.

This contract’s period of performance is one (1) year, with an option for two (2) consecutive, successive years of follow-on performance after the expiration of the original period of performance.

Unless otherwise defined in subsequent Task Orders, the services performed per this PWS will occur at Edwards Air Force Base, CA.

1.4 Tasks and Technical Requirements

1.4.1 Program Management.

1.4.1.1. The contractor shall identify a program manager to TPS who will support the implementation of this contract. The manager may, but is not required, to be an individual separate from the individual(s) who will be directly performing the work under this contract and subsequent Task Orders.

1.4.1.2 TPS shall keep the Program Manager apprised of the latest projected requests for support as soon as such information is available for dissemination.

1.4.2. F-16 Events

1.4.2.1 Simulator Instruction. The Contractor shall instruct TPS students and/or TPS instructor upgrade candidates in the TPS F-16 simulator as required per the TPS curriculum. This includes pre-event coordination and instruction, event execution, debrief, and grade sheet completion. It also includes any training required by TPS to maintain currency and qualification as a TPS instructor. Approximately 1 simulator event per month is expected. This specific task is only applicable to F-16 IPs and FTEs. Specifics, such as scheduling details, will be described in subsequent Task Orders.

1.4.2.2 F-16 Flight Instruction. The Contractor shall instruct TPS students and/or TPS instructor upgrade candidates in the F-16 as required per the TPS curriculum. This includes pre-event coordination and instruction, event execution, debrief, and grade sheet completion. It also includes any training required by TPS to maintain currency and qualification as a TPS instructor. Approximately 5 flights per month are expected, though the actual number can and will vary. This specific task is only applicable to F-16 IPs.

Specifics, such as scheduling details, will be described in subsequent Task Orders.

1.4.2.3 F-16 Continuation Training. The Contractor shall perform continuation training in the F-16. This includes any training flights required for currency, check rides, or other flights at DO discretion.

Approximately 1 such flight every 6 months is expected, though the actual number will vary. This specific

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1.4.3 T-38 Events

1.4.3.1 T-38 Flight Instruction. The Contractor shall instruct TPS students and/or TPS instructor upgrade candidates in the T-38 as required per the TPS curriculum. This includes pre-event coordination and instruction, event execution, debrief, and grade sheet completion. It also includes any training required by TPS to maintain currency and qualification as a TPS instructor. Approximately 8 flights per month are expected, though the actual number will vary. This specific task is only applicable to T-38 IPs. Specifics, such as scheduling details, will be described in subsequent Task Orders.

1.4.3.2 T-38 Continuation Training. the Contractor shall perform continuation training in the T-38. This includes any training flights required for currency, check rides, or other flights at DO discretion.

Approximately 1 such flight every 6 months is expected, though the actual number will vary. This specific task is only applicable to T-38 IPs. Specifics, such as scheduling details, will be described in subsequent Task Orders.

1.4.4 C-12 Events

1.4.4.1 C-12 Flight Instruction. The Contractor shall instruct TPS students and/or TPS instructor upgrade candidates in the C-12 as required per the TPS curriculum. This includes pre-event coordination and instruction, event execution, debrief, and grade sheet completion. It also includes any training required by TPS to maintain currency and qualification as a TPS instructor. Approximately 4 flights per month are expected, though the actual number will vary. This specific task is only applicable to C-12 IPs. Specifics, such as scheduling details, will be described in subsequent Task Orders.

1.4.4.2 C-12 Continuation Training. At the discretion of the DO, the Contractor shall perform continuation training in the C-12. This includes any training flights required for currency, check rides, or other flights at DO discretion. Approximately 1 such flight every 6 months is expected, though the actual number will vary. This specific task is only applicable to C-12 IPs. Specifics, such as scheduling details, will be described in subsequent Task Orders.

1.4.5 Other Events

1.4.5.1 Control Room Events. The Contractor shall instruct TPS students and/or TPS instructor upgrade candidates in the Control Room as required per the TPS curriculum. This includes pre-event coordination and instruction, event execution, debrief, and grade sheet completion. It also includes any training required by TPS to maintain currency and qualification as a TPS instructor. Specifics, such as scheduling details, will be described in subsequent Task Orders.

1.4.5.2. Ops Floor Events. The Contractor shall instruct TPS students and/or TPS instructor upgrade candidates in the STC Ops Floor as required per the TPS curriculum. This includes pre-event coordination and instruction, event execution, debrief, and grade sheet completion. It also includes any training required

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1.4.5.3. Other Events. At the discretion of TPS, the Contractor will support other TPS execution events as described in subsequent Task Orders. This can include Qualitative Evaluation Sorites, Capstone Trip Support, or other events as described in the subsequent Task Order and at the discretion of TPS. Contractors will not be expected to support only this task; Contractors who support this task will be utilized from the pool of Contractors supporting the other Tasks in this PWS.

1.4.6. Inherently Governmental Functions. The contractor shall not perform inherently governmental functions as defined in FAR Subpart 7.5 in relationship to this PWS.

1.5 Minimum Qualifications. For instructor pilots, the contractor is desired to have a valid, unexpired Form 8 (Certificate of Aircrew Qualification). If the contractor lacks a valid, unexpired Form 8, the minimum eligibility is an ability to obtain requalification and earn a Form 8 without formal requalification course, per AFI 11-202 and

AFI 11-2FT.

For FTEs, minimum qualifications are at least 2 years of experience in flight test, to include experience in Control Rooms. Test Pilot School graduates are highly desired.

For STC instructors, at least 2 years of experience on Space Operations Floors are required.

A US Citizen is desired.

1.6 Deliverables. Deliverables will be defined in specific task orders.

1.7 Data Rights The Government has unlimited rights to all deliverables of this contract, to include recordings of instruction.

1.8 Contractor Travel. Contractor may be required to travel during the performance of this contract. Contractor may be authorized travel expenses at rates that shall not exceed those set forth in the Joint Travel Regulation (JTR) and the limitation of funds specified in this contract. All travel requires government approval/authorization and notification of the CO or, if delegated, to the COR. All invoices for travel reimbursement shall be accompanied by supporting receipts.

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SECTION II

2.0 Service Summary (SS)

2.1 General

The contractor service requirements are summarized into performance objectives that relate directly to mission critical items. The performance threshold briefly describes the minimum acceptable levels of service required for each requirement. These thresholds are critical to mission success but do not represent all contract performance requirements. All contract performance requirements in this PWS will be monitored.

2.2 Performance Evaluation. Performance of a service shall be evaluated to determine whether it meets the performance requirements in accordance with this PWS. Re-performance of unacceptable services at no additional cost is the preferred course of action when appropriate. In the case of issued Corrective Action Reports (CARs), the Contracting Officer shall take appropriate measures according to inspection of services clause in the contract. CARs may categorize nonconformance as minor, major or critical as defined IAW FAR

46.101 definitions.

2.3 Service Summary Table.

SS

Performance Objective PWS Paragraph

Performance Threshold Rating Criteria

The Contractor shall provide simulator and/or in-flight instruction for TPS students and TPS staff.

1.4.2, 1.4.3, 1.4.4

The Contractor shall instruct all TPS syllabus and curriculum items in accordance with the curriculum, syllabus, mission planning guide, and mission materials.

Exceptional: Contractor provided instruction that met all event objectives in accordance with the curriculum and syllabus, and Contractor achieved exceptional qualification on check ride or was otherwise recognized for exceptional performance by students or staff.

Very Good: Contractor provided instruction that met all event objectives in accordance with the curriculum and syllabus, and Contractor obtained no downgrades on check ride.

Satisfactory: Contractor provided instruction that met all event objectives in accordance with the curriculum and syllabus, though minor discrepancies in instruction were identified.

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2.4 Government Quality Assurance. The government shall inspect and evaluate the contractors’ performance to ensure services are received in accordance with requirements set forth in this PWS.

2.4.1 When an observation indicates defective contractor performance, the COR will require the contractor’s Contract Manager or representative at the site to initial the observation. The formal process is: when a performance threshold has not been met or contractor performance has not been accomplished, the COR will initiate and provide the CO a Corrective Action Report (CAR) for issuance to the contactor. The contractor shall respond to the CAR IAW instructions provided and in the CAR. While the formal process of this paragraph to address unacceptable contractor performance is always available, the Government reserves the right to initiate a less formal process

Marginal: Contractor provided instruction that met most event objectives in accordance with the syllabus, or contractor received Q2 rating on check ride

Unsatisfactory: Contractor provided instruction that was contrary to event objectives or syllabus, or contractor acted in an unsafe manner, or contractor received a Q3 rating on a check ride.

The Contractor shall provide event instruction for TPS students and TPS staff in the control room, operations floor, or on other events in accordance with specific Task Orders.

1.4.5

The Contractor shall instruct all TPS syllabus and curriculum items in accordance with the curriculum, syllabus, mission planning guide, and mission materials.

Exceptional, Very Good:

Contractor provided instruction that met all event objectives in accordance with the curriculum and syllabus.

Satisfactory: Contractor provided instruction that met all event objectives in accordance with the curriculum and syllabus, but with techniques or inputs that are not fully aligned with modern test practices

Marginal: Contractor instruction was safe but missed some event objectives

Unsatisfactory: Contractor provided unsafe instruction or Contractor missed key event objectives in instruction.

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2.5 Contracting Officer Representative (COR). CORs are representatives of the CO and will participate in the administration of this contract. After award of the contract, the contractor will be provided a letter identifying the COR and setting forth their duties and authorities. The COR is not authorized to change any of the terms and conditions of the contract.

2.6 Contractor’s Performance. The government evaluates a contractor’s performance on an on-going basis and provides a record on a given Task Order upon request.

2.6.1 Past Performance Information (PPI). PPI can be provided to other government agencies, as requested, and can be used in the consideration process of future Task Orders in this contract.

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SECTION III

3.0 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY AND SERVICES

3.1. Government Furnished Services (Base Support). Base support services will be provided to the contractor during performance on Edwards AFB, CA, to include telephone, internet, custodial, and emergency medical services.

3.2 Government Facilities. The Government will permit the contractor to utilize available and appropriate spaces within USAF TPS for office work or other administrative duties on an as-available basis in the performance of the contract.

3.3 Government Furnished Flight Equipment. The Government will provide necessary flight equipment to Contractors in support of this PWS as required per subsequent Task Orders. This may include flight suits and does include flight helmets, harnesses, G-suits, gloves, and electronic flight bags. The property will be provided for utilization by the Contractor for the duration of the contract, and upon completion of the contract, such equipment will be surrendered back to the Government.

SECTION IV

4.0 GENERAL INFORMATION

4.1. Hours of Operation. The contractor shall perform the services required under this contract during normal business hours, 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. For other than firm fixed price contracts, the contractor will not be reimbursed when the government facility is closed for the above reasons.

4.1.1 Recognized Federal Holidays Not Requiring Contractor Services.

New Year’s Day Labor Day Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday Columbus Day President’s Day Veteran’s Day Memorial Day Thanksgiving Day Juneteenth National Independence Day Christmas Day Independence Day

*The holidays and day on which they are observed may be changed from time to time, and the CO or COR can provide the most current dates for holidays.

4.2. Contract Personnel

4.2.1. Contract Manager (CM). The contractor shall identify a program manager, who shall be responsible for the performance of work to ensure it meets the performance requirements of this contract. The name of this person and, if desired, an alternate who shall act for the contractor when the manager is absent, shall be designated in writing to the CO within fifteen (15) days of contract award. The manager and alternate (if desired) shall have full authority to act for the contractor on all contracting matters relating to the daily operations of this contract.

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4.3. Continuation of Essential DoD Contractor Services During Crisis.

In Accordance With DoDI 1100.22, (12 Apr 2010, Change 1 Dec 2017) Continuation of Essential DoD Contractor Services During Crises, DFARS 237.76, and the Air Force implementation thereof, unless otherwise directed by the CO or COR, it is determined that the services as identified in this PWS ARE essential for performance during a crisis.

(1) All services in this PWS are designated as essential services for performance during crisis IAW DFARs 237.76, “Continuation of Essential Contractor Services” and the contractor shall prepare a plan for performing these services in accordance with DFARs 252.237-7023. Hereafter, the personnel identified by the contractor to perform these services shall be referred to as “Mission Essential Contractor Personnel.”

(2) The requirement for continuation of essential services could possibly be as currently scheduled in the PWS; however, the schedule will be determined based on the crisis requirements. The CO or COR will contact the contract manager by telephone or in person that essential services are required. This will be followed up in writing and subsequently by modification to the contract to incorporate the requirements via full text or by reference.

The contractor may file a proposal for cost or other impacts under the Changes clause or a Request for Equitable Adjustment.

(3) Within 30 days after award of a Task Order, the contractor shall provide a written list of all “Mission Essential Contractor Personnel” for that Task Order to the CO or COR. The list shall identify names and base location where each employee will perform work under this contract.

(4) The contractor shall develop contingency plans for tasks designated as essential no later than 30 days after the start of a Task Order to provide reasonable assurance of continuation of services during crisis conditions.

4.4 Green Procurement Program (GPP). The GPP is mandatory federal acquisition program that focuses on the purchase and use of environmentally preferable products and services. Many different items are covered by the GPP.

Recycled-content products are designated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). “Bio-based” products made from renewable plant materials are designated by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). Energy and water efficient products are designated by the Department of Energy (DOE). GPP also requires the government to avoid purchasing Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS) and EPA-designated priority chemicals. Environmentally preferable purchasing (EPP) is a voluntary program, and it encourage the purchase of goods and services that have decreased effects on human health and the environment (compared to the competing goods and services that serve the same purpose) but are not already required by one of the mandatory GPP elements.

(1) Green Procurement is mandated except when the contractor can show that the product with recycled content does not meet intended specifications, has excessive costs, or cannot be delivered in time to support the schedule of the contract. If the contractor is unable to locate a specified product meeting the GPP requirement, identify the issue to the CO or GPM for guidance. GPP is based on legal requirements and the Department of Defense facilities are subject to enforcement action if these requirements are ignored.

(2) The contractor shall make maximum use of products containing recovered materials that are EPA-designated items IAW FAR Clause 52.223-17, Affirmative Procurement of EPA-Designated Items in Service and Construction Contracts. The list of EPA-designated items is available at https://www.epa.gov/smm.comprehensive-procurement-guidelines-cpg-program.

4.5. MISCELLANEOUS:

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4.5.1 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.

4.5.1. 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 COR/cognizant local CUI authority.

4.5.2 Notification of Debarment/Suspension Status. The contractor shall provide immediate notice to the CO 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.

4.5.3 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.

4.5.4 Post Award Conference. The contractor agrees to attend any post award conference convened by the CO IAW FAR Part 42.5. Such meetings may be held in person or virtually at the discretion of the CO and shall be at no additional cost to the Government.

4.5.5 Privacy Act. Work on this contract may require that personnel have access to information protected by the Privacy Act. Contractor personnel shall adhere to the Privacy Act, Title 5 of the U.S. Code, Section 552a and applicable agency rules and regulations when handling such information.

4.5.6 Records. All records created and received by the contractor in the performance of this contract shall be maintained and readily accessible. Records shall remain the property of the Government.

4.6 Security

4.6.1 General:

4.6.1.1 The contractor shall comply with all base security regulations and 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.

4.6.1.2. The contractor and its employees shall comply with all base traffic regulations.

4.6.1.3. Contractor employees are prohibited from possessing weapons, firearms or ammunition, on themselves or within contractor-owned or privately owned vehicle while on Air Force installations.

4.6.1.4. The contractor shall report any suspicious activity to Security Forces in a timely manner.

4.6.2 Required Training

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4.6.2.1. Contractor shall maintain and make available to the COR, within 45 days after award, records of any training of contract employee and subcontract employee required by Clause FAR 252.204-7004 Antiterrorism Awareness Training for Contractors, both initially and annually thereafter. Level I – Anti-Terrorism Awareness Training may be taken at https://jkodirect.jten.mil/Atlas2/faces/page/login/Login.seam or as Coordinated by the COR with the requiring unit Anti-Terrorism Representative (ATR).

4.6.2.2. 4.6.2.2. Contract employees requiring a Common Access Card (CAC) shall receive documented Information Assurance (IA) training, by the Government, prior to receiving access to the local area network (LAN).

Authorized users will receive initial IA orientation and annual awareness training to ensure they know, understand, and apply the IA requirements of Air Force information and IAs. The minimum orientation and awareness requirements for users are outlined in DoD 8570.01-M. IA Program. The contractor shall comply with the established Command, Control, Communication, and Computers (C4) Systems IA program to integrate security education, training, and awareness covering the Communications Security (COMSEC), Computer Security (COMPUSEC), and Emissions Security (EMSEC) disciplines. The contractor’s PM or alternate shall complete all necessary documents for all contractor personnel requiring access to Edwards AFB if required for task completion.

Common Access Cards (CAC) shall be required for all on-site contractor personnel. The contractor’s PM shall ensure the government representative in the local organization designated to authorize issuance of contractor’s CACs (i.e. Trusted Agent, or TA, receives a Visitor Request for each employee through the Trusted Agent Security System or TASS). Contractor personnel shall electronically submit application to the Trusted Agent, once approved set up appointment at https://rapids- appointments.dmdc.osd.mil/ or go to the Military Personnel Section.

4.6.3 Security Clearance Levels. The security requirements are in accordance with the DD254.

4.6.4. Additional Security Requirements.

4.6.4.1. Physical Security. The contractor shall be responsible for safeguarding all government equipment, information and property provided for contractor use. At the close of each work period, government facilities, equipment, and materials shall be secured.

4.6.4.2 Contractor Access To Air Force Installations. All contractor employees requiring access to an Air Force Base will be subject to further steps as necessary in accordance with applicable Task Orders and the contractor’s individual situation.

4.7. Safety

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. Contractor shall manage all work areas to ensure the safety of building occupants, base personnel, or visitors in or near the areas.

4.7.2. Safety Threats. 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.

4.7.3. Substance Abuse Testing. The contractor may be subject to substance abuse testing.

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SECTION V

APPENDIX 1

DEFINITIONS

Contract Administrator (CA)/Contract Specialist (CS). The individual within the contracting office who performs the day-to-day administration of the contract. The contract administrator may also be the contracting officer.

Contracting Officer (CO). The duly appointed Government agent authorized to award or administer contracts. The contracting officer is the only person authorized to contractually obligate the Government.

Contracting Officer Representative (COR). Individual who monitors a Contractor on a daily basis and who is involved in every aspect of a contract to ensure the Contractor is in compliance with that contract.

Corrective Action Report (CAR). Used to document unacceptable performance by the Contractor.

Defect. Any non-conformance with requirements specified in the contract.

Defective Service. A service output that does not meet the standard of performance specified in the contract for that service.

Government Furnished Property (GFP). Facilities, equipment, tools, supplies, parts, or any other items furnished for the concessionaire's use by the Government.

Major Deficiency. Major deficiency means an unsatisfactory condition that is in violation of direction from TPS and if left uncorrected would result in an unfulfilled learning objective, transmission of incorrection information and/or an unsafe situation.

Minor Deficiency. Minor deficiency means an unsatisfactory condition that requires repair or correction, but does not meet the criteria of a Major Deficiency.

Performance Assessment. A process that measures success towards achieving defined performance objectives or goals defined within the performance thresholds in the services summary or the process of assessing progress towards achieving the objectives/goals developed in a performance plan or partnering agreement.

Performance Indicator. A measurable characteristic of an output of a work process. Generally synonymous with attribute.

Performance Management. The use of performance measurement information to effect positive change in organizational culture, systems, and processes, by helping to set agreed upon performance goals, allocating and prioritizing resources, informing managers to either confirm or change current policy or program directions to meet those goals, and sharing results of performance in pursuing those goals.

Performance Objective. The outcome associated with successful contract performance in a specific area. This is a critical success factor in achieving the organization’s mission, vision and strategy which, if not achieved, would likely result in a significant decrease in customer satisfaction or risk mission failure.

Obtaining multi-services/sub-services performed at a certain measurable standard and consistently ensures success in achieving the objectives critical to the mission.

Performance Threshold. The minimum performance level of a performance objective required by the Government.

Quality Assurance (QA). Those actions taken by the Government to assure services meet the requirements of the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

Quality Assurance Program Coordinator (QAPC). The individual designated by the contracting squadron commander to manage the installation QA program.

Quality Control (QC). Those actions taken by a contractor to control the performance of services so that they meet the requirements of the PWS.

Services Summary (SS). A summary of the performance objective and performance thresholds required by the Government in contractor performance of the PWS.

Standard. An exact value, a physical entity, or an abstract concept, established and defined by authority, custom, or common consent to serve as a reference, model, or rule in measuring quantities or qualities, establishing practices or procedures, or evaluating results. A fixed quantity or quality. A defined measure of comparison.

ACRONYMS

AFI Air Force Instruction ADPE Automated Data Processing Equipment AFOSH Air Force Occupational Safety and Health AGE Aerospace Ground Equipment CM Contract Manager CO Contracting Officer COR Contracting Officer Representative DV Distinguished Visitor FC Functional Commander GFP Government-Furnished Property IAW In Accordance With USAFTPS United States Air Force Test Pilot School

4.7. Safety

PWS Paragraph