GPS PWS 23 Feb RFI 5.docx

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

FOR

GLOBAL PROTECTIVE SERVICES (GPS)

23 February 2024 Draft

Performance Work Statement Table of Contents Contents

Part 1 Description of Services

1.0 General: Private Security Contractors (PSCs) contracted by the U.S. Government (USG) operate as one means of a whole-of-government approach to support peace and stability initiatives in areas of armed conflict, post-conflict, comparable situations and in peace/routine garrison operations. Where military or other government security forces are unavailable, insufficient, or inappropriate, PSCs protect relief, recovery, reconstruction activity from theft, extortion, vandalism, terrorism, and other unlawful activities in addition to emergent security requirements in stable garrison environments, Outside the Continental United States (OCONUS). This encompasses planned security initiatives, capacity-building efforts, and support for ongoing stability and peacekeeping operations. Effective discipline, training, and oversight of USG contracted PSCs builds the confidence of the local population, reduces the risk of civilians and civilian activities becoming targets, and supports the restoration or protection of the rule of law. To accommodate this objective, this performance-based statement of work provides a full spectrum of private security functions in support of contingency operations, other significant military operations, humanitarian, and peace operations, exercises or garrison operations. This Performance Work Statement (PWS) is for the Global Protective Services (GPS) program, which in accordance with 10 U.S. Code § 2465 provides agencies the operational reach of performance throughout all OCONUS Combatant Command (COCOMs) Areas of Responsibility (AORs) provided the Contracts performance will be carried out at a location outside the United States (including its commonwealths, territories, and possessions). Any change to performance requirements will only become effective upon approval from the Procuring Contracting Officer (PCO).

1.1 Description of Services: The GPS program provides Armed and Unarmed guard (Fixed and Mobile) and protective security services in support of the Department of Defense (DoD) and other applicable agencies. The Contractor shall provide all management, tools, supplies, equipment, and labor necessary to perform armed or unarmed security guard services and protective security services. This is an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Contract. All services will be performed through Task Orders (TO) and all TOs will be competed amongst the GPS Base Contract holders unless a Justification for an Exception to Fair Opportunity (JEFO) is staffed accordingly. GPS is a non-personal service(s) Contract under which the personnel rendering the service(s) are not subject, either by the Contract’s terms or by the manner of its administration, to the supervision and control usually prevailing in relationships between the Government and its employees.

1.2 Background: The GPS requirement is a recompete to the Security Support Services – Global (SSS-G) Program competitively awarded in November 2018 as a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Multiple-Award Task Order Competition (MATOC)IDIQ Contract.

1.3 Task Order Performance Location Business Risk: The Contractor needs to be well-informed or and competent in managing various business risks and issues, especially in high-risk international environments. These risks may include but are not limited to exposure to loss, labor disputes, political unrest, and compliance with exporting/importing regulations, particularly with regard to the production and export of products and services controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and dual-use items controlled under the Export Administration Act. Other risks include unstable local politics, geographical challenges, and differing legal systems that could impact the Contractor's ability to meet contractual obligations.

1.4 Task Order Specifics and Performance Guidelines: The specific requirements, specifications, and deliverables for each TO under GPS will be clearly outlined and specified in the corresponding TO Competitions Solicitation documents. All terms and conditions of the Basic Contracts are applicable to all TOs awarded under them and shall serve as overarching terms and conditions. However, each TO will be the official source for comprehensive guidance on performance expectations, timelines, and other important details. Contractors shall follow the specifications provided in each TO and should customize their performance accordingly.

1.5 Integrated Compliance Framework: While this PWS establishes a foundation referencing U.S. Army and DOD regulations and clauses, it is imperative to note that individual TOs issued on a decentralized basis may necessitate compliance with additional regulations and standards as mandated by other relevant agencies. The specific regulatory framework and standards applicable to each TO will be explicitly detailed within the respective TO Competition documents. Contractors shall adapt and adhere to the unique regulatory requirements specified in each TO, ensuring comprehensive compliance with any additional stipulations set forth by the respective agency associated with the TO.

1.6 Ordering: The GPS Contract offers flexibility in its utilization allowing for both centralized and decentralized Task Order execution. The decision to adopt a decentralized or centralized approach will be made based on the operational requirements, efficiency considerations, and overall mission objectives determined by the ACC-RI Contracting Officer or authorized ordering agencies Contracting Officer. Contracting activities within the DOD along with Other Government Agencies may receive access to the GPS Contract to award and administer TOs as listed in § 1.10 of this PWS. Centralized orders will be issued and administered through ACC-RI, and decentralized orders will be issued and administered through the authorized organization’s Cognizant Contracting Activity. Decentralized ordering agencies will follow the attached Ordering Guide (Attachment 0002, ACC-RI reserves the right to update the Ordering Guide at any time, and the ordering guide will be adhered to by authorized ordering agencies. GPS Contractors will be notified in writing which offices have been granted decentralized ordering authority during the performance of this Contract. GPS Contract holders shall provide a copy of any TO award they receive and any subsequent TO modifications within 48 hours of the TO award or execution of the modification to the ACC-RI Contracting Officer.

1.7 Security Systems: The USG acknowledges the dynamic and ever evolving nature of security technology and recognizes that advancements may lead to the development of new and unknown security systems during the lifespan of this contract. Therefore, Contractors may be required to operate and integrate with future security systems provided by the Government, even if such systems are not explicitly defined or known at the time of GPS’ award. The Contractor shall demonstrate flexibility and readiness to adapt to evolving technologies, participate in relevant training programs, and efficiently incorporate emerging security systems into their operational capabilities as directed by the Contracting Officer or designated [U.S.] Government representative. This requirement ensures that the GPS program remains responsive to emerging security needs and technological advancements throughout its duration.

1.8 GPS Intent: The intent of this centralized/decentralized MATOC program PWS is to offer an array of private security services that all ordering authorities may require during the performance of GPS. To provide flexibilities and customized solutions based on the diverse and unique requirements of different organizations and U.S. Government Agencies. The decentralized ability allows for individual units or entities who have varying needs, priorities, and operational requirements to tailor the services to align with their specific requirements, ensuring that resources are allocated efficiently and effectively. The intent is to allow for resource optimization, allow for entities to plan for dynamic environments, enhance mission effectiveness, while utilizing private security expertise, to reduce administrative burden on the U.S. Government and offer a mission-centric approach to Private Security Contract operations for the Department of Defense or other USG agencies, i.e., the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), and agencies or organizations authorized to order under this program.

1.9 Ordering Authorities Scope Changes: To maintain quality, uniformity, and overarching program oversight, all decentralized scope changes, shall be submitted to the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisitions and Sustainment (OUSD A&S) through the ACC-RI Contracting Officer for a scope review and determination. As the single point of contact/review for scope changes, OUSD A&S will ensure that all requested scope changes do not include Inherently Governmental functions. This will not alleviate and ordering authorities responsibilities of an in-scope determination made at the appropriate level.

1.10 Agencies Delegated Ordering Authority:

1.10.1 409th Contract Support Brigade:

1.10.1 Navy Contracting Office (NCO)/ FEAD:

2.0 General Information

2.1 Quality Control Plan (QCP): The Contractor is responsible for creating and maintaining a QCP to ensure that the services provided are in line with the requirements of this PWS. The Contractor shall establish and implement procedures to identify, prevent, and ensure that there is no repetition of defective services. The QCP is the means through which the Contractor assures that the work provided meets the requirements of the contract. Specific details about the QCP will be provided at the TO level.

2.1.1 Quality Assurance: The Government will evaluate the Contractor’s performance under this Contract in accordance with (IAW) the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP). This plan is primarily focused on what the Government must do to ensure that the Contractor is and has performed IAW the performance standards. It defines how the performance standards will be applied, the frequency of surveillance, and the acceptable quality levels (performance thresholds).

2.2 Recognized Holidays: The recognized holidays for performance will be detailed at the TO level to include Host Nation Holidays.

2.2.1 Hours of Operation: Contractors may be required to provide security services 24 hours per day, seven (7) days per week, 365 (or 366) days per year, including all holidays. The hours of operation shall be defined at the TO level. The Contractor must always maintain an adequate workforce to ensure uninterrupted performance of all tasks defined within the TO PWS.

2.2.2 Place of Performance: The work to be performed under this Contract will be performed at locations determined at the TO level, as restricted by 10 U.S. Code § 2465 TOs will only be carried out at OCONUS locations (including its commonwealths, territories, and possessions) at which members of the armed forces would have to be used for the performance of a function described in subsection (a) at the expense of unit readiness. Or to be carried out on a[U.S.] Government-owned but privately operated installation. If 10 U.S. Code § 2465 is amended during the performance period of GPS those changes will be effective under the GPS program immediately.

2.3 Facilities Security Clearance, Facilities Access: A DD Form 254 Contract Security Classification Specification is required to be held by the Contractor (or NATO equivalency). The Contractor shall have and maintain a U.S. SECRET or NATO SECRET facilities clearance with the ability to obtain a TOP SECRET or NATO COSMIC TOP SECRET facilities clearance within 60 days of TO award. The Contractor shall provide the Information Security Program Manager (ISPM) a Visitor Authorization List (VAL) and comply with specific ISPM and other Government agencies requirements for employees to gain access to specific Government facilities. The Contractor shall provide an Entry Authorization List (EAL) to facility Security Managers (SM) and alarm monitoring agencies to gain access to customer-limited access areas. The Contractor shall develop and maintain EALs for authorized personnel granted access to contractor-limited access areas. The Contractor shall perform occasional escort duties for contractor work centers. The Contractor is responsible for ensuring all employees meet the requirements to receive badges and gain access to facilities.

The Contractor shall immediately notify the appropriate ISPM when employees no longer require access and/or Contract termination and the Contractor shall return all Government identification and access badges. The Contractor shall immediately notify the cognizant Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) and the appropriate ISPM when Government identification and access badges are lost or stolen.

2.3.1 Personal Security Clearance (PCL) and Background Checks: The Contractor shall comply with DD Form 254 and 32 CFR Part 117 NISPOM https://www.dami.army.pentagon.mil/site/IndustSec/docs/DDForm254Fillable1.pdf. (or NATO equivalency) The Contractor shall ensure all employees have the required security clearances and/or required background checks equal to or greater than the classified information to which they are granted access. The Contractor shall work with the ISPM on all security-related issues and shall act appropriately to prevent the unauthorized disclosure of classified information and material to unauthorized individuals, In conjunction with the supported organization(s).

For all personnel positions requiring either SECRET or TOP SECRET or NATO equivalency (NATO SECRET/NATO COSMIC TOP SECRET) clearances, the Contractor will provide a copy of the approved clearance to the cognizant Contracting Officer or the Administrative Contracting Officer (ACO) and COR team, if applicable, within 5 days of TO award, interim clearances will be acceptable (while clearance processes) unless otherwise restricted at the TO level.

Local Nationals (LN) and Other Country Nationals (OCN) will not be eligible for a U.S. security clearance; therefore, they will not be expected to have access to U.S. SECRET classified material. Where appropriate, OCNs should have at a minimum a Favorable Background check and pass necessary vendor threat mitigation policies and procedures outlined at the TO level.

2.3.2 Security Clearance Requirements: The work performed under the GPS program, the resultant Contracts, and awarded TOs may involve the Contractor having access to and/or the potential safeguarding of Classified information/material and may require a U.S. TOP SECRET or NATO COSMIC TOP SECRET clearance, as specified per TO requirement and may be granted access to Joint Worldwide Intelligence Communications System (JWICS) Secret internet Protocol Router Network (SIPRNET) and Non-Classified Internet Protocol Router Network (NIPRNET) or NATO equivalency . If required by the TO, the security policies, procedures, and requirements stipulated by 32 CFR Part 2004 National Industrial Security Program (NISP) and 32 CFR Part 117 National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) and supplements thereto are applicable to include the following security requirements and/or guidance whenever Contract performance will occur on a DOD installation or within a DOD-controlled facility or activity. Agencies outside of the DOD will specify particular security clearance requirements at the TO level.

2.4 Contractor Compliance: The Contractor shall ensure that (i) all Contractor personnel and their subcontractor personnel at all tiers comply, at all times, with all applicable DOD regulations, directives, instructions, policies, procedures, and orders issued by the DOD Commander (or agency equivalency defined at TO level) or their representative; (ii) U.S. Host Nation, and international laws and regulations; and (iii) international agreements, (e.g. treaties, conventions, protocols, Status of Forces Agreements, Host Nation Support Agreements, and Defense Technical Agreements); applicable to Contractors supporting the U.S. Armed Forces under the facts and circumstances of any Host Nation. The Contractor shall comply with the most current version of ANSI/ASIS PSC.1–2022, American National Standard, Management System for Quality of Private Security Company Operations—Requirements with Guidance or the International Standard ISO 18788, Management System for Private Security Operations—Requirements with Guidance. The USG reserves the right to remove ISO 18788 standards as an equivalency to the ANSI/ASIS PSC.1-2022 standard.

2.4.1 OCONUS PSC Compliance expectations: When Private Security Contractors operate OCONUS they are subject to International Law, U.S. Military Laws (if applicable), U.S. Federal Laws, Defense Base Act (DBA), the Anti-Terrorism Act (ATA), Export Control Laws, Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), and any other law or regulation dictated at the TO level.

REGULATIONS/ MANUALS/ PUBLICATIONS

TITLE

DATE

6 Nov 2020

DoDI 1000.13, Volume

Outside the United States, Certain Service Members, and Former Service Members 3 Mar 2005

Convention Respecting the Laws and Customs of War on Land (Hague IV) and its Annex: Regulation Concerning the Laws and Customs of War on Land 18 Oct 1907

Explosives 17 Jan 2019

ANSI/ASIS PSC.1–2022, American National Standard, Management System for Quality of Private Security Company Operations— Requirements with Guidance Feb 2022 (or most current version)

2015 (or most current version)

The following documents are informational and will be considered in Contractor training programs and operational practices:

REGULATIONS/ MANUALS/ PUBLICATIONS

TITLE

DATE

Army Regulation 190-14 Carrying of Firearms and Use of Force for Law Enforcement and Security Duties

12 Mar 1993

The policies, laws, publications, manuals, and regulations referenced in this document will be updated as necessary. GPS contractors shall stay informed of, and abide by, the terms and conditions of any changes and updates that may be made to the above listed items. Any and all changes, updates, and/or amendments made to any of the aforementioned items will be considered to be incorporated into this contract as of their respective effective date or publication date with a formal modification to follow, if necessary.

2.4.1 Specific Host Nation Laws & Regulations: All Host Nation laws, policies, decrees, doctrines, etc. shall be applicable to this contract. Any TO issued for any specific country will incorporate and identify that Host Nation’s laws, polices and regulations. If the Contractor believes that compliance with Host Nation law may cause the Contractor to violate applicable U.S. law, the Contractor will immediately advise the Contracting Officer and request further guidance.

2.4.2 Host Nation Business Licenses: Contractors performing work under this Program shall possess any and all required business and/or PSC Licenses from the Host Nation. All Contractors shall submit a current copy of their licenses with their proposal for the first TO competition for that country or countries. Host Nation Business Licenses will be determined at the TO level. All copies must be Statement Licenses submitted in English; as available, the English version should include proof of translation from a certified translation service.

2.4.3 Arming Authorizations: The Contractor shall not be permitted to authorize the carry of weapons until an arming authorization is granted. Such arming authorization shall meet requirements described in 32 CFR 159.6, Section 3 of DoDI 3020.50, and the implementing orders of the relevant COCOM Commander and the relevant Joint Force Commander. The arming authorization is contingent on the Contractor submitting acceptable acknowledgment, forms, and information as required for any applicable COCOM and subordinate Operations Orders (OPORD), Fragmentary Orders (FRAGOs), Arming Procedures for DoD Contractors, or non-DoD agency equivalency.

The Contractors shall ensure contracted security guards carry the arming authorization memorandum on their person while performing armed duties at all times.

Armed Contractor authorization to possess weapons and ammunition may be suspended or revoked for noncompliance with US or Host Nation laws and/or DOD mandates, including during the period of investigation following an incident or allegation.

2.5 Biometric Collection: As applicable (detailed at the TO level), collection of LN and OCN Biometric information as a condition of employment protects the Government and Government-contracted personnel from the threat of insider/terrorist attacks. All LNs and OCNs shall participate in Biometric Collections to facilitate local badging requirements, base access, and authorization to carry weapons in a theater of operations. This participation is voluntary, but refusal could preclude access to Government or Coalition Forces facilities.

To facilitate the collection, the Contractor shall submit a written request for Biometric enrollment to the COR identifying the names and National Identification Numbers (e.g., SSN) of all LNs and OCNs requiring enrollment/screening within five (5) days of their arrival in theater. After the employees are biometrically enrolled, the local [US]Government Biometrics office (e.g., Task Force Biometrics) or other appropriate authority shall provide a memorandum certifying such enrollment per applicable COCOM or subordinate command orders, directives, or procedures.

Biometric enrollment and vetting of all LNs and OCNs shall be required before issuing arming authorization. It is incumbent upon the Contractor to submit the request for Biometric enrollment as quickly as possible to minimize delays in the arming authorization process.

2.5.1 Screening and Badging: As applicable (detailed at the TO level), The Contractor shall provide all employees with a Company unique identification badge that shall not resemble the local installation badging scheme or color. The Contractor shall submit an acceptable unique badging scheme to the COR & Contracting Officer within ten (10) days of TO award. All Contractors shall be enrolled/screened and receive a Government installation badge before performance. Screening processes that include background investigations can vary by location, grade/responsibility level of employees, and alternate areas of concern. The Contractor shall be advised of such processes and requirements (if applicable) within the TO competition documents.

2.6 Medical Screening: As applicable (detailed at the TO level), all Contractor employees will be medically screened per applicable COCOM and subordinate command OPORDs and FRAGOs at the Contractor’s expense

2.7 Weapons Accountability and Control: The Contractor shall maintain a serialized weapons accountability list and maintain constant weapons accountability.

Contractor security personnel shall only be armed when on duty and shall carry a weapons authorization card on their person. The Contractor shall not authorize nor allow any employee to carry a weapon or use a weapon for security until the Arming Authority Approval has been granted for that employee.

2.7.1 Weapon Inventory: The Contractor shall maintain a serialized weapons accountability list and always maintain weapons accountability.

2.7.2 Weapon Maintenance: All weapons shall be checked and cleaned daily. All armed personnel shall ensure their weapons are always in proper working order. All armed personnel shall conduct daily function checks on all assigned weapons before assuming duties. If an employee knows or should know, that their weapon is not in the proper working condition, the employee shall immediately report to their Security Guard Supervisor or the Contractor’s appropriate chain of command for repair and/or approved replacement.

2.7.3 Ammunition Supply: Ammunition may or may not be provided by the Government and maintained by the Contractor and will be defined at TO level. The Contractor shall immediately notify the COR upon determining that on-hand ammunition is unserviceable. The Contractor shall not stock, carry, or employ any ammunition other than Government provided or authorized ammunition. While on duty, all guards shall have a basic load (to be defined at TO level) of ammunition on their person for their assigned individual weapon and the required basic load for crew-served weapons systems (if any). Ammunition shall not be modified in any way.

2.8 Period of Performance: The Period of Performance of the GPS program is as follows:

Base Ordering Period: Award plus 5-years Optional 5-year Ordering period: Base period expiration plus 5-years.

Period of Performance for an individual TO will be detailed in TO competition and award documents.

2.9 Early Alerts (EAs): EAs are required for individual TOs. The EAs are intended to provide the Government with immediate feedback regarding matters that may pose a potential risk to the Contractor’s ability to complete the work as planned (either scope of coverage or timeline), to identify new impediments, or to otherwise communicate critical matters to the Government that have not been specifically defined as a Contract deliverable. The EAs should provide enough information regarding the background; criteria include:, scope of the issue, condition, cause, and effect, to enable decisions to be made regarding alternate or additional procedures. It is expected that EAs may be communicated either in a written report or through a briefing. In the case of a briefing, the documentation for the issues will be detailed briefing charts.

2.10 Post-Award Conference/Periodic Progress Meetings: The Contractor shall attend any post-award conference convened by the Contracting Activity or cognizant Contract Administration Office IAW Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 42.5 Post-award Orientation. The Contracting Officer, ACO and COR team, and other Government personnel, as appropriate, may meet periodically with the Contractor to review the Contractor's performance. At these meetings the Contracting Officer will apprise the Contractor of how the Government views the Contractor's performance and the Contractor will apprise the Government of problems, if any, being experienced. Appropriate action shall be taken to resolve outstanding issues. These meetings shall be at no additional cost to the Government.

2.11 Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR): The COR will be identified by a COR appointment letter from either the Contracting Officer or the ACO. The COR monitors all technical aspects of the Contract and assists in contract administration.

2.12 Identification of Contractor Employees: All contracted personnel attending meetings, answering Government telephones, and working in 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.

2.13 On-Ramping: The Government reserves the right to reopen competition at any time during the terms of the Contract. The ACC-RI Contracting Officer will conduct market research to assess if other Contractors are able to meet the qualifications of the GPS Program. The Government will review the need for additional GPS Contractors to keep the eligible pools viable/competitive, and/or to ensure that the agency maintains the latest private security solutions. The Government may evaluate the benefit of conducting and on-ramp on the multiple award IDIQ vehicle on an annual basis. The Government will reserve the right to on-ramp vendors in both the base 5-year ordering period and the optional 5-year ordering period.

2.14 Off-Ramping: The Government reserves the right to review all contracts under the GPS multiple award IDIQ Program to determine if it is appropriate to remove existing contracts. The Government may evaluate the benefit of conducting an off-ramp on the multiple award IDIQ vehicle on an annual basis. The Government will strongly consider an off-ramp in year four of the base ordering period. However, the Government may conduct an off-ramp in any year of the base or option ordering periods in order to reduce administrative burden and costs for the Government and contractors and to maintain streamlined and efficient processes on the contract. Any contractor that is off-ramped shall not receive any further TO awards under this contract.

Part 3 Definitions & Acronyms

3.1 Definitions: Although not inclusive of every term used within this PWS, the following list provides definitions used throughout this PWS and commonly used in the acquisition field. Additional definitions of words used in this Contract may be found in the regulations and policies listed in Section 2.4 above. Such policies and regulations may be updated from time-to-time. Contractors shall be aware of and use the most current definition incorporated in the updated policies and regulations.

Armored Vehicles - An Armored Vehicle (AV) is a vehicle in which the entire passenger compartment is enclosed in lightweight composite armors that are impervious to all handgun and submachine gun munitions up to and including .30 caliber / 7.62 mm, i.e. B6 level.

Contracting Officer – A person with the authority to enter into, administer, and/or terminate contracts and make related determinations and findings on behalf of the Government. Note: The only individual who can legally bind the Government.

Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) – As defined in DFARS 202.101, means an individual designated and authorized in writing by the Contracting Officer to perform specific technical or administrative functions. DoD Instruction (DoDI) 5000.72, Part II Definitions states the following when defining a COR: “Defined in subpart 202.101 of Reference (f). Any individual delegated responsibilities under subpart 1.602-2 of Reference (e), regardless of local terminology, must be certified by this instruction. For example, local terminology can be COR, Contracting Officer’s technical representative, technical point of contact, technical representative, alternate COR, administrative COR, assistant COR, line item manager, TO manager, quality assurance personnel, quality assurance evaluator, or COR management.” In addition, Army Regulation 70-13, Chapter 2, paragraph 2-2g, states, in part, the following when providing other surveillance support personnel to assist the COR when needed, “…These other surveillance support personnel may serve as on-site representatives of the COR in performance of actual Contract surveillance if they meet all COR requirements and have been appointed by the Contracting Officer as alternate CORs.”

Contractor - Contractor and its sub-contractors at any tier.

Dismounted – Movement of personnel and equipment mainly by foot, with limited support by vehicles.

Local National (LN) - Any individual who is a citizen of the country in which the Contract is being performed.

Mounted (activity) – Operating from a mobile platform such as an armored car or truck.

Mounted (system) – A device that is affixed to another piece of equipment. Example: A combat optic affixed to an M-4 carbine.

Other Country National (OCN)/Third Country National (TCN) - Any individual who is employed by a U.S. mission abroad and is neither a citizen of the United States nor of the country to which assigned for duty.

Performance Work Statement - A statement of work for performance-based acquisitions that describes the required results in clear, specific, and objective terms with measurable outcomes.

Protective Security Details (PSD)- (Close Protection Details) Bodyguards and security advisors.

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

Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) - An organized, written document specifying the surveillance methodology to be used for surveillance of Contractor performance.

Quality Control - Those actions taken by a Contractor to control the performance of services so that they meet the requirements of the PWS.

Quality Control Plan (QCP) – A plan that defines the Contractor’s quality control program and through which the Contractor assures that its work complies with the requirements of the Contract.

Rules for the Use of Force (RUF) – Set of conditions that apply to non-military entities when an accelerated show of force against possible enemy action or imminent threat is used. The following are graduated techniques to use that will not unnecessarily endanger you or others:

SHOUT: verbal warning to Halt.

SHOVE: physically restrain, block access, or detain SHOW: your weapon and demonstrate intent to use SHOOT: to remove the threat only where necessary. Fire only aimed shots so not to harm innocent bystanders.

Security Escort Teams (SET) - Contractor personnel specifically responsible for providing security for personnel during travel to, from, and at construction sites anywhere.

Tapestry - Satellite link communication system that tracks vehicular movements within theater.

Threat Environment - The Contractor shall be aware of the changing threat conditions and of the environment where TO performance is conducted. Threats shall be continuously monitored by the Contractor through its Anti-Terrorism and Force Protection Specialists who shall be responsible for reviewing information available via the Task Force for Business and Stability Operations (TFBSO) Security, U.S. Military, U.S. Government Agencies, and other sources on the potential threat environment in the AOR and recommending to the appropriate Government personnel any adjustments of the security force and Technical Training Procedures (TTPs) based upon the changing threat environment.

3.2 Acronyms: Although not inclusive of every acronym used within this PWS, or that may be included in an acquisition, the following is a list of acronyms used in this PWS

Part 4 Government Furnished Property, Equipment and Services

4.1 Government Furnished Items and Services: All information for Government-furnished items and services will be defined at the TO level as applicable.

Part 5 Contractor-Furnished Items and Services

5.1 Contractor-Furnished Items and Responsibilities: All information for Contractor-furnished items and responsibilities will be determined at the TO level.

5.2 Contractor-Provided Vehicles: All Contractor-provided vehicles shall be licensed and registered IAW with all host nation laws and policies. The Contractor is responsible for all repair and maintenance services to any contractor-provided vehicle for the entire life of the Contract. The Contractor shall maintain a Vehicle Acquisition, Operation, Maintenance, and Recovery Plan that addresses vehicle registration, licensing, permit requirements, make and model of vehicles, and type of maintenance performed. The Contracting Officer and/or authorized representative shall have the right to inspect vehicles and maintenance work. Vehicles used by the Contractor personnel while performing services under this Contract shall not be painted or marked to resemble US/Coalition or host nation military and police force vehicles. Unless otherwise required for supporting peacetime engagement and in other environments supporting Contractor administrative purposes and within base compound based on the performance location or approved by the Contracting Officer, Contractor Provided Vehicles will not be allowed to travel outside U.S./NATO locations in contingency operations or combat operations.

The Contractor shall be responsible for registering all vehicles used in the performance of this Contract IAW local laws and policies.

5.2.1 Light Armored Vehicles (LAVs): For TOs requiring mobile security teams in areas of armed conflict or other significant military operations, the Contractor will be required to provide Level III/B6 armored LAVs. The model year of all LAVs utilized under this contract shall be within three years of the active Period of Performance of the TO or newer. and the number of vehicles will be specified at the TO level. Shipping will be provided by the Contractor with the appropriate expediency based on the TO requirements. The LAVs shall be equipped with:

a. One (1) fire extinguisher

b. Run-flat and/or roadworthy tires

c. Side view mirrors

d. Seat belts

e. One (1) spare tire first aid kit

f. Sufficient electrical power to run required equipment such as radios and ITV

g. Factory-installed heating/cooling system

h. 3-ton trolley jack

i. Wheel brace (aka “lug wrench”)

j. Jumper cables

k. Tow strap (including d-shackles)

5.2.2 Non-Tactical Vehicles (NTVs): Unless otherwise required for supporting peacetime engagement and in other environments supporting Contractor administrative purposes and within base compound based on the performance location or approved by the Contracting Officer, NTVs will not be allowed to travel outside U.S./NATO locations in contingency operations or combat operations. The model year of all NTVs utilized under this contract shall be within three years of the active Period of Performance of the TO or newer. The Contractor shall provide unarmored NTVs in good mechanical condition. Shipping will be provided by the Contractor with the appropriate expediency based on the TO requirements. All vehicles shall be equipped with the following at a minimum:

5.2.3 NTV Maintenance: The Contractor shall maintain NTV vehicles IAW the vehicle manufacture's maintenance schedules while ensuring they meet all Contract and regulatory safety standards. The Contractor will fix or remove inoperable vehicles from the installation within thirty (30) days.

5.2.4 Master Vehicle List (MVL) Report: The Contractor shall maintain and produce an MVL report as required per TO. The Contractor will submit the MVL to the COR weekly. The COR shall approve the contents and format of the MVL. The MVL will include at a minimum the following information:

5.2.5 In-Transit Visibility…