Atch_8_ITC_Amend_05.pdf

H92222-14-R-0021-0005 Attachment 8

Additional Instructions to Offerors

Marine Corps Special Operations Command (MARSOC) Marine Special Operations School

(MSOS) Individual Training Course (ITC) Sub-factor 2.3

H92222-14-R-0021

Attachment 8 Revision 5

Background: This additional instruction to offerors gives specific guidance to assist in the preparation of the proposal in support of the Marine Corps Special Operations Command (MARSOC) Marine Special Operations School (MSOS), Individual Training Course (ITC) Statement of Work (SOW). This SOW will result in award of a Task Order.

H92222-14-R-0021 Attachment 8 includes the following: ITO, SOW, DD254 w/Addendums (Attachment 8a)

GENERAL INFORMATION

Due Date of Proposals: IAW H92222-14-R-0021; L1.4

Period and Place of Performance: The anticipated start for this effort is 15 December 2015. Period of Performance: 12-month base period, plus 4 1-year options. The place of performance is various CONUS locations.

Base Year 15 December 2015 – 14 December 2016 Option Year 1 15 December 2016 – 14 December 2017 Option Year 2 15 December 2017 – 14 December 2018 Option Year 2 15 December 2018 – 14 December 2019 Option Year 4 15 December 2019 – 14 December 2020

Historical Labor Requirements: Historically, this effort was performed by approximately 39 full-time contractor employees to augment MSOS HQ workforce. The preponderance of support requirements involves episodic support. A vast array and number of role players, cultural facility usage, rental vehicle support of various type, number, and duration, and civilian air support for air delivery and troop lift are required at various frequencies and duration. The requirement has been revised to reflect the current MSOS ITC requirements as defined in the SOW.

INSTRUCTIONS

All offerors are to submit their proposals for MSOS ITC IAW H92222-14-R-0021 and these additional instructions.

1. Task Order Technical Sub Factor 2.3: Submit a technical proposal IAW H92222-

14-R-0021 Section L2.3.

a. The Task Lead is considered Key Personnel; provide a resume IAW L2.3.2.

b. All security requirements shall be IAW the DD254 and SOW.

2. Price/Cost Factor 4: Submit a TO price proposal IAW H92222-14-R-0021 Section

L-4 (See Attachment 14 Group B Pricing Template). Amendment 0004 removes ST2 and ST3 from the SOW.

a. Indemnification and Medical Liability Insurance: In accordance with FAR 52.237-7, the standard coverage amounts per occurrence for the support provided by the EMT’s and the Certified Medical Assistants is $1,000,000 per occurrence and $3,000,000 aggregate. Any costs associated with coverage above and beyond the standard coverage rates are unallowable. Please include the cost of this insurance within the cost proposal.

b. Cost CLIN – Travel: The Government estimates $350,000.00 of travel per year. Offerors shall apply their G&A rate to the Government provided plug number. The contractor shall travel as initiated by written tasking. It is the responsibility of the contractor to ensure that travel expenses are incurred in accordance with the Joint Travel Regulations.

Evaluation: The task order evaluation will be IAW H92222-14-R-0021 M2.3. The TO price evaluation will be IAW H92222-14-R-0021 M2.5.

Basis for Task Order Award: The basis for award will be IAW H92222-14-R-0021 M3.3.

SOCOM Wide Mission Support (SWMS) Group B Marine Corps Special Operations Command (MARSOC)

Marine Special Operations School (MSOS), Individual Training Course (ITC) Statement of Work

1.0 BACKGROUND

In October 2005, the secretary of defense directed the formation of a Marine component of USSOCOM, and the Marine Corps Special Operations Command stood up in February 2006 at Camp Lejeune, NC. MARSOC responds to the high demand for Special Operations Forces (SOF) by training selected Marines at its Marine Special Operations School (MSOS), which formally activated on June 27, 2007. MSOS conducts the Individual Training Course (ITC) – entry-level Special Operations training – and provides Advanced Courses to trainees further enhancing the skill sets of Critical Skills Operators (CSOs). ITC is a roughly 9-month course of instruction with scheduled starts in January and August. The Advanced Courses include Advanced Sniper, Close Quarter Battle (CQB) Leaders, Master Breacher, Helicopter Insert / Extract, and Technical Surveillance curriculum lasting 3 to 16 weeks and executed two to three times a year. MSOS is further responsible for the continuum of training for its military, civilian, and contractor instructors as well as the assessment and evaluation of both instructors and students.

The purpose of this task order is to augment MSOS with qualified subject matter expertise and training exercise support in order to accomplish its entry level and advanced special operations training mission. The specific requirements addressed under this contract include: 1) instructors and staff augmentees on a full time basis; and 2) support to episodic training exercises.

2.0 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

2.1 The following paragraphs describe the functions that the government requires the contractor’s SMEs to perform. The contractor shall ensure that all personnel are fully qualified and that all SMEs stay abreast of and remain trained and proficient in the latest Techniques, Tactics and Procedures (TTPs) as well as technological and professional developments to ensure continuous quality support to the School and the Force. The contractor shall provide fully qualified SMEs and provide for the individual development and training of all employees unless there is required training that is unique to the government and can only be provided by the government.

2.2 The contractor shall provide a Task Lead to perform management functions across all aspects of the task order and will use the Task Lead as the primary interface with the government to ensure successful accomplishment of the tasks contained below. This Task Lead shall be a dedicated, full-time off-site single point of contact from the contractor (1,880 hours annually).

The contractor Task Lead shall:

2.2.1 Be responsible for handling the day-to-day management and administration of the contractor team employees.

2.2.2 Respond to personnel-related questions, resolve personnel issues or conflicts.

2.2.3 Ensure that all contractor team employees are providing quality support and remain proficient in their area of expertise to include new technologies and software.

2.2.4 Supervise all staff efforts.

2.2.5 Perform quality checks of all work products when required, and maintain communication and close coordination with the contracting officer’s representative (COR) and any appointed technical representatives (TR) to ensure total product/service satisfaction.

2.2.6 Prepare monthly reporting of task performance.

2.2.7 Develop and issue internal Operations Orders (OPORDS) of support requirement to the contractor teammates to formalize delivery requirements working in conjunction with the Program Manager and the contractor’s contracting office. OPORDS will:

2.2.7.1 Be developed in parallel with the event plans.

2.2.7.2 Include an overview of the event.

2.2.7.3 Include specific details for the required support for each vendor/teammate.

2.2.7.4 Establish “chain of command” and “rules of engagement” for each event.

2.2.8 Assign an event leader for each activity supported to be a single POC in the field who will be responsible for 1) resolution of field support problems, 2) adjusting priorities of support to changing requirement, 3) reporting activities and issues to the leadership within the company and the government.

2.2.9 Work with event leaders to capture input for and the preparation of After Action Reports.

2.2.10 Provide cost analysis of alternative “what if drills” to determine more economical ways of providing support.

2.2.11 Ensure proper alignment of exercise related funding between each subtask and the budgeted resources.

2.2.12 Individual is to be available at the MSOS HQ within 1 hour of a request to meet face-to-face.

2.3 The contractor shall ensure that all contracted personnel maintain appropriate dress code necessary to present a professional appearance for the environment in which they work, either office or field settings. The contractor’s professional dress will be consistent among all of its supporting contractors.

3.0 SUBTASK 1 SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS: MSOS INSTRUCTOR & STAFF

SUPPORT AUGMENTATION

3.1 Close Quarter Battle (CQB) Instructors (5 Full Time Equivalents (FTE) each @ 2,000 hours annually). The contractor shall provide instructors to conduct training of government personnel. The contractor understands that all weapons used in this training will be provided by the government. Additionally, the contractor shall be prepared to provide up to 8 additional CQB instructors for specific periods of surge training conducted two or three times each year lasting approximately five to seven weeks in length.

3.1.1 Assist in developing / providing instruction related to: Combat Marksmanship Instruction, Rifle (M4), Pistol (M1911A1), Breaching instruction, and Close Quarters Battle Instruction (CQB). This will be done seamlessly between each element of support and include the conduct of explosive, ballistic and mechanical breaching instruction. The contractor will provide additional pre-ITC instruction for Marines Awaiting Training (MAT) prior to ITC.

3.1.2 Assist in developing and maintaining currency of Programs of Instruction (POIs) and Master Lesson Files (MLFs) for ITC and Advanced Courses.

3.1.3 SMEs will assist in maintaining the currency of the MARSOC POIs for breaching and CQB Leaders.

3.1.4 Serve as an instructor/evaluator during MSOS-provided instruction.

3.1.5 Assist in the development, planning and execution of exercises.

3.1.6 Assist in collateral instructor duties as assigned such as range maintenance, supply management, and office support. The contractor instructors shall:

3.1.6.1 Develop, submit and refine schedules to support the conduct of all courses.

3.1.6.2 Monitor all expendable items and equipment associated with range use and field training events.

3.1.6.3 Prepare classrooms and ranges in support of training.

3.1.6.4 Two contractors will be properly licensed to safely drive students in Government provided busses as well as transport ammunition in Government vehicles within Marine Corps Base (MCB) Camp Lejeune, NC.

3.1.7 The contractor CQB Instructors will work nonstandard work weeks and workdays, to include longer than 8-hour days and some weekends/holidays, during specific phases of training meeting the government estimates of 120 hours of additional support per year per FTE. These additional support hours are incurred in support of course development and shall be coordinated with the government prior to being incurred.

3.2 Weapons, Tactics and Amphibious operations (W&T) Instructors (2 FTEs each @ 2,000 hours annually). The contractor shall:

3.2.1 Assist in developing / providing instruction related to: SOF weapons, Foreign Weapons, Light Infantry tactics and amphibious tactics to include small craft operations and scout swimming

3.2.2 Support site surveys and course curriculum development for amphibious courses.

3.2.3 Support weapons and tactics training (such as 60mm mortars, Foreign Weapons, M-240, M- 1911, and M-4) as well as appropriate small unit tactics.

3.2.4 Provide integral support to the government maintaining its POI for Amphibious Operations and Coxswain Training to include:

3.2.4.1 Coxswain training and licensing.

3.2.4.2 Amphibious insertion techniques including overt and covert maritime and riverine.

3.2.4.3 Scout swimmer training and boat landing site reconnaissance.

3.2.5 Assist in developing POIs and Master Lesson Files (MLFs) for ITC and Advanced Courses.

3.2.6 Serve as an instructor / evaluator during MSOS provided instruction to include:

3.2.6.1 Foreign weapons and tactics.

3.2.6.2 Small arms employment and tactics.

3.2.6.3 60 mm mortar employment and medium machine gun training.

3.2.7 Assist in the execution of exercises such as:

3.2.7.1 The amphibious exercise in Key West, Florida.

3.2.7.2 Support of the Raider Spirit and Stingray Fury exercises at Camp Lejeune, NC.

3.2.8 Assist in collateral instructor duties as assigned (range maintenance, supply management, and office support)

3.2.8.1 Prepare classrooms and ranges in support of training.

3.2.8.2 Both contractors will be properly licensed to safely drive students in Government provided busses as well as transport ammunition in Government vehicles within MCB.

3.2.9 The contractor W&T Instructors will work nonstandard work weeks and work days, to include longer than 8-hour days and some weekends/holidays, during specific phases of training meeting the government’s estimate of 120 hours of additional support per year per FTE. These additional support hours are incurred in support of course development and shall be coordinated with the government prior to being incurred.

3.3 Advanced Sniper Instructors (2 FTEs each @ 2,000 hours annually). The contractor shall provide instruction in:

3.3.1 Sniper employment, to include employment in Urban Operations.

3.3.2 Sniper Tactics, Techniques and Procedures.

3.3.3 Advanced Marksmanship Skills.

3.3.4 Prepare classrooms and ranges in support of training.

3.3.5 Both Advanced Sniper Instructors will be properly licensed to safely drive both students in Government provided busses and ammunition in Government vehicles within MCB.

3.4 Special Reconnaissance (SR) Instructors. The contractor team SR Instructors are broken down into three areas below. All the contractor team SR Instructors shall work non-standard work weeks and workdays, to include longer than 8-hour days and some weekends/holidays, during specific phases of training. The government estimates 120 hours of additional support per year per FTE listed below. These additional support hours are incurred in support of course development and shall be coordinated with the government prior to being incurred.

3.4.1 Special Reconnaissance Advanced Digital Collection System Instructors (2 FTEs each @ 2,000 hours annually). The contractor shall provide instruction in:

3.4.1.1 True Crypt and data security measures in order to ensure proper encryption of mission products. These courses will reinforce the correct handling procedures for sensitive materials and are already developed and will be taught at the start of every ADCS program.

3.4.1.2 Falcon View 4.0.1 instruction (or current version). The contractor will provide an advanced capability set during the course of instruction that will better prepare students for the SR centric applications they will require when operationally deployed.

3.4.1.3 Digital Photography instruction to include Adobe Photoshop CS5 (or current version) digital photo processing instruction and practical exercises. The contractor will also provide these services in ITC, MTSC, and MASC.

3.4.1.4 Auto Sketch 9.0 (or current version) digital sketching instruction and practical exercises.

The contractor’s ADCS instructors will teach the Auto Sketch 10.0 version and maintain currency with improvements of this program ensuring that ADCS students develop the most advanced capability to develop the most relevant pre- and post-mission products available.

3.4.1.5 Microsoft Office Windows 7 Power Point Sketching instruction and practical exercise.

Working with MSOS, the contractor instructors will teach Windows 7 Power Point sketching to the highest standards within the USSOCOM community in order to provide a user-friendly sketching tool that meets both the detail requirements and time constraints of rapid mission planning.

3.4.1.6 Digital Video instruction to include digital video (Adobe Premiere or current version) processing instruction and practical exercises. The contractor shall provide this course in basic form at ITC and advanced form for MTSC and MASC.

3.4.1.7 Audio instruction to include analog and digital (Adobe Audition or current version) processing instruction and practical exercises. The contractor will provide this capability using Adobe Sound Booth and other audio editing sound wares as they are further developed.

3.4.1.8 Instruction on other reconnaissance software as required.

3.4.1.9 Working with MSOS, the contractor instructors will remain completely engaged in evolving TTPs and technologies to continue to provide the highest caliber of instruction to entry level and advanced MARSOC operators.

3.4.2 Special Reconnaissance Close Target Reconnaissance (CTR)/Surveillance Instructors (2 FTEs each @ 2,000 hours annually). The contractor shall provide instruction in the following areas:

3.4.2.1 Surveillance Planning

3.4.2.2 Foot Surveillance instruction and practical exercises

3.4.2.3 Mobile (Vehicle) Surveillance instruction and practical exercises

3.4.2.4 Multi-Mode Surveillance instruction and practical exercises

3.4.2.5 Static Surveillance and practical exercises

3.4.2.6 Picketing and practical exercises

3.4.2.7 CTR Planning

3.4.2.8 Briefing and Debriefing

3.4.2.9 CTR Orders

3.4.2.10 Foot CTR

3.4.2.11 Vehicle CTR

3.4.2.12 Hide Sites

3.4.2.13 Urban and Rural Operations

3.4.2.14 Post CTR Reports

3.4.2.15 Digital Exploitation

3.4.2.16 Site Search Procedures

3.4.3 Special Reconnaissance Method of Entry Training Instructor (1 FTE @ 2,000 hours annually). The contractor shall provide instruction in:

3.4.3.1 Level I Methods of Entry.

3.4.3.2 Level I By Pass Techniques.

3.4.3.3 Level I Vehicle Entry Techniques.

3.4.3.4 This instructor must have the ability to build and maintain MOE training aids.

3.4.3.5 This instructor must also have the ability to adapt practical application sites in order to simulate classroom instruction.

3.4.4 ITC Manager (1 FTE @ 1,880 hours annually). The contractor shall support the MSOS staff and coordinate the conduct of each ITC.

3.4.4.1 Supervise and execute the schedule of assigned ITC classes and deconflict any schedule issues that arise during the execution of training.

3.4.4.2 Plan and deconflict the culminating ITC exercise.

3.4.4.3 Provide continuous operations without interruptions to the training cycle of ITC classes

3.4.4.4 Coordinate with the Marine Special Operations Support Group (MSOSG), Weapons Training Battalion (WTBN) and Camp Lejeune Range Control to ensure appropriate support to ITC classes.

3.4.4.5 Monitor students pending recycle that will be afforded an opportunity to re-enter training as well as those pending drop and removal from MARSOC.

3.4.4.6 Inform the MSOS Administrative Section (S-1) on student status on a daily basis.

3.4.4.7 Assist in all Special Operations Training Company (SOTC) after-action reviews.

3.4.4.8 Work closely with the Training and Education Branch (TEB) and the appropriate SOTC for development of training schedules and training support requests.

3.5 Advanced Course Manager (1 FTE @ 1,880 hours annually). The contractor shall support the MSOS staff and coordinate the advanced courses.

3.5.1 Supervise and execute the scheduling of the CQB Level II Course, MASC, MARSOF Breacher, MTSC and SERE courses as well as other future courses in order to deconflict any scheduling issues during the execution of training.

3.5.2 Coordinate with the MSOSG, WTBn, Camp Lejeune Range Control, and any other external agencies to ensure appropriate support for all scheduled advanced courses.

3.5.3 Monitor students’ performance and inform the MSOS S-1 on student status daily.

3.5.4 Assist in all after-action reviews and make recommendations for course improvements.

3.5.5 Work closely with the Chief Instructor for each Advanced Course in the development of training schedules and training support requests.

3.6 Logistics Manager (1 FTE @ 1,880 hours annually). The contractor shall provide support the Training and Education Branch.

3.6.1 Supervise the tracking, receiving and reconciling of equipment with Supply for ITC and Advanced Courses students.

3.6.2 Track maintenance and replacement of equipment used by students and cadre.

3.6.3 Coordinate issue and receipt of equipment from students.

3.6.4 Coordinate all barracks maintenance and improvement issues pertinent to students with the

MSOS S-4.

3.6.5 Assist in executing the budget and maintain detailed records of expenditures.

3.6.6 Coordinate classroom issuance, maintenance, materiel readiness and upkeep, usage, and deconfliction of the MSOS Academic Facility.

3.6.7 Coordinate and deconflict other support and training requirements as directed.

3.7 Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT-B) (5 FTE each @ 1,880 hours annually). The contractor shall provide full time Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT-B), working under the license of the MSOS Senior Medical Officer (SMO) , to support the MSOS staff.

3.7.1 Provide live-fire emergency medical support.

3.7.2 The contractor shall work with the MSOS SMO to develop and validate the latest emergency medical protocols ensuring the best emergency medical care is available for MARSOC using the training/sustainment program approved by the American College of Surgeons (ACS) and the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians and the U.S.

Special Operations Command (USSOCOM).

3.7.3 The contractor EMTs are intimately familiar with the TTPS associated with the high-risk training evolutions that are conducted on a daily basis and will remain fully engaged in supporting these as requirements generated from the operating forces evolve.

3.7.4 The contractor senior EMT-B Lead shall provide:

3.7.4.1 On-site CPR and CPR instructor training, certification and annual re-certification as required for MSOS medical personnel.

3.7.4.2 On-site EMT Basic training on an as needed or required basis, to include instruction needed for state certification but not certification itself or the books and materials required (this two week course will be particularly valuable to students awaiting training).

3.7.4.3 On-site Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS) training on an as needed or required basis (to include instruction needed for national or state certification but not certification itself or the books and materials required) for Marines and MSOS medical personnel.

3.7.4.4 Provide this training at exercise sites and course locations including:

• Fort AP Hill, VA

• Fort Jackson, SC

• Sumter National Forest, SC

• NTC Fort Irwin, CA

• At other CONUS training venues on an as needed or required basis thus potentially reducing the cost of providing emergency medical coverage to MARSOC

3.7.4.5 On-site training of State and Nationally registered EMTs to execute the MSOS medical officer’s established EMT Protocols, including certification for PHTLS, ACLS, PALS, and

AMLS.

3.7.5 Provide Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) training in accordance with USSOCOM TCCC guidelines and unit training objectives in order to train personnel and eliminate preventable loss of life on the battlefield.

3.7.6 TCCC training will:

3.7.6.1 Collectively reinforce, exercise, and enhance those perishable skills taught at the Basic Lifesaver Course and the Joint Special Operations Medical Training Center.

3.7.6.2 TCCC will comply with the 3 distinct phases of training: 1) Care Under Fire 2) Tactical Field Care and 3) CASEVAC, TACEVAC. The contractor will seamlessly incorporate these requirements into our existing medical training and sustainment program. By using lessons learned in combat we will support live fire FTX training to incorporate classroom training to hands-on field practice to ensure skill level success while adding stress and realism into the didactic training.

3.7.6.3 Integrate the Tactical Field Care with advanced procedures performed by the 03XX MOS skill sets. As part of our continuing support to MSOS the contractor will offer TCCC, CPR and EMT-Basic training to Marines awaiting other training.

3.7.6.4 Involve the exercising of Care Under Fire, Tactical Field Care and En-Route Care.

3.7.6.5 Consist of integration of human models – human models sometimes used in place of Advanced Medical Training (AMT) – into tactical field scenarios to simulate human casualties on the battlefield with their Marine counterparts by simulating battlefield injuries with moulage.

3.7.6.6 TCCC/EMT makeup artists will simulate gunshot wounds and blast injuries when not conducting AMT.

3.7.7 The EMT-B instructors shall:

3.7.7.1 Be trained in accordance with the DoD Committee on Tactical Combat Casualty Care current protocols and PHTLS curriculum.

3.7.7.2 Hold current NREMT-B certification or NC EMT-B certification.

3.7.7.3Be certified to teach TCCC through the USSOCOM Surgeon’s Office and provide copies of certification to the MARSOC COR prior to contract start. The contractor as the Prime in addition to the Teaming partners will maintain these records in all personnel files in addition to the copy being provided to the COR.

3.7.7.4 Document any care given in appropriate medical records as well as Basic Life Support (BLS) given to patients, in accordance with DOD Instruction 6055.06, “DOD Fire and Emergency Services Program”.

3.7.8 One of these EMTs will have the collateral duty of ensuring that all other contractor EMTs maintain required certifications, remain proficiency in skills, and continue education requirements in order to keep current certifications. He will also coordinate scheduling of EMT coverage for both field evolutions and clinic duties. He will also supervise and enforce all protocols approved by the Medical Officer for the contractors.

3.8 Certified Medical Assistants (CMA) (2 FTEs each @ 1,880 hours annually). The contractor shall support the MSOS staff.

3.8.1 Provide sick call coverage in the MSOS medical department under MARSOC surgeon’s oversight or other OMD (Office of Medical Direction). They shall also provide additional Medical Planning support on an as needed basis.

3.8.2 Document treatment given and procedures done in patients’ medical records using the CHCS and AHLTA system to track patient information.

3.9 Warehouseman (1 FTE @ 1,880 hours annually). The contractor shall:

3.9.1 Control, issue, and receive supply type items that will include: verifying the correct order number, quantity, and condition code of the item and sign the manifest once items are received;

ensuring a correct and accurate chain of custody.

3.9.2 Initiate and track supply receipts for supply type items that will include: preparing documentation for proper location of the supply items being received and the induction of the quantity, condition and dates into the database for tracking inventory.

3.9.3 Control stock limits of commonly stocked items, and re-order as necessary. Monitor the newly created locator deck for managing stock on location

3.9.4 Issue supply type items to students, instructors, and permanent personnel as required. Input items and stage them for individual/ group issue. Notify members for pick-up and close out purchasing request. Incorporate data into Special Operation Forces Personnel Equipment Advanced Requirements (SPEAR) to order gear for the ITC students and permanent personnel.

Will ensure administrative support for active duty supply personnel is maintained and coordination exists daily.

3.9.5 Maintain organization, locator sheets, locator decks and cleanliness of the warehouse area.

3.9.6 Maintain accurate inventory to allow efficient use of stock through optimal warehouse utilization of shelf and floor space.

3.9.7 Maintain locator deck for ease of use and accurate inventory count in numerical stock sequence.

3.9.8 Operate commercial and military forklifts as necessary and as directed.

3.9.8.1 Maintain proper certification to operate forklifts and follow established safety procedures.

3.9.8.2 Ensure availability for loading and unloading supplies and conduct required preventive maintenance to maintain serviceability of any forklift.

3.10 Intelligence Instructor Subject Matter Expert (1 FTE @ 1,880 hours annually) The contractor shall:

3.10.1 Assist in developing/providing instruction related to Intelligence Operations ranging from UNCLASSIFIED to TS/SCI level.

3.10.2 Assist in developing and sustaining POIs and Master Lesson Files (MLFs) for ITC and Advanced Courses that range from UNCLASSIFIED to TS/SCI level to include:

3.10.2.1 Advance sheets

3.10.2.2 Class schedule /class syllabus

3.10.2.3 Instructor outlines

3.10.2.4 PowerPoint presentations (Concept Cards, Lesson Plans, Student Outlines, Classroom Practical Applications, Instructor orientation, Course prerequisites, etc.)

3.10.2.5 Instructor notes

3.10.2.6 Practical exercises

3.10.2.7 Practical application vignettes

3.10.2.8 Evaluation feedback

3.10.2.9 Testing criteria

3.10.3 Develop, build, and scope the POI to include a classroom culmination exercise up to the TS/SCI level, which will provide a realistic Overseas Contingency Operations (OCO), formerly known as GWOT, scenario in an urban/rural environment that tests and evaluates students on all the intelligence subjects taught.

3.10.4 Expand and enhance the formal UNCLASSIED and TS/SCI POIs developed in support of the MARSOC Field Intelligence Course (MFIC) and the Multi-Dimensional Intelligence Operations Course (MDIOC) as required

3.10.5 Assist in the design, development, and implementation of the MFIC and MDIOC Programs of Instruction. The contractor will:

3.10.5.1 Develop all future courses in accordance with the Systems Approach to Training and Operational Risk Management Standards and Practices of both the U.S. Marine Corps and

MARSOC.

3.10.5.2 Maintain and further develop existing positive dialogue with MARSOC end users and G- 2 to further refine MFIC and MDIOC ensuring relevancy and currency of the course.

3.10.5.3 Participate in CCRBs on MFIC and MDIOC to identify the critical shortfalls, enhanced capabilities, tasks, conditions, standards, etc. in the MFIC/MDIOC syllabi.

3.10.6 Continue to ensure the quality of all student handouts, binders, and course materials for

MFIC/MDIOC.

3.10.7 Serve as an instructor / evaluator for students ongoing ITC and other advanced courses.

3.10.7.1 The contractor will act as Primary Curriculum Developer Instructor for all intelligence related curriculum.

3.10.7.2 The contractor will continue to capture classroom feedback via Instructor Rating Forms (IRFs), After Instruction Reports (AIRs) and End of Course Critiques to adjust course material as required.

3.11. Data and Administration Personnel. The contractor shall provide Data and Administration personnel to assist in administering the Whole Marine Program’s use in Assessment and Selection (A&S) and ITC. The contractor Team Data and Administration personnel are broken down into four areas below. All contractor team Data and Administration personnel shall work non-standard work weeks and workdays, to include longer than 8-hour days and some weekends/holidays, during specific phases of training. These additional support hours are incurred in support of course development and shall be coordinated with the government prior to being incurred.

3.11.1 ITC Data and Administrative Manager (1 FTE @ 2,000 hours annually). The contractor shall support the requirement to collect student performance information through the use of the Whole Marine Program.

3.11.1.1 Task organize all support to accomplish the mission of providing accurate and complete information on each student throughout ITC using the Whole Marine Assessment Tool

3.11.1.2 Serve as the Subject Matter Expert in computing and analyzing data using statistical formulas, computers, and calculators during the training process

3.11.1.3 Prior to and following the conduct of an ITC class, the contractor Data and Admin Manager shall:

• Manage files and provide information on students that will be attending ITC

• Provide information as required on students that have previously attended ITC

• Review and update the class rosters received by the MARSOC recruiting branch to ensure student information is accurate and complete prior to attending ITC

• Make liaison as directed with MSOS S-1 and MARSOC recruiting branch to ensure administrative information flow is maintained on a weekly basis

• Maintain an administrative standard operation procedure within TEB that assists the command in tracking student statistics and includes graduation rates and other critical information required

3.11.1.4 Work eight hours during normal daily operations and up to 12.5 hours daily while deployed to off-site training

3.11.1.5 Provide management of student files and information collected during the ITC class compiled through the Whole Marine Program

3.11.1.6 Provide management of rosters and other critical information required to be placed in student packages derived from the Whole Marine Program

3.11.1.7 Work directly with personnel who established the Whole Marine Program to ensure changes to the program meet expectation of the government

3.11.1.8 Conduct liaison visits when authorized with Department of Defense entities to include USASFC, USAJFKSWCS, or civilian agencies that use similar databases in order to meet the MSOS objectives and enhance technology used to assess performance of personnel

3.11.1.9 Supervise testing and evaluation projects assigned to the TEB directly impacting the database assessment program

3.11.1.10 Manage all correspondence related to students who attend ITC

3.11.1.11 Ensure the accurate review of evaluation data used during the assessment process.

3.11.1.12 Accurately forecast training requirements and milestone dates to achieve required results

3.11.1.13 Coordinate and identify problems with responsible supervisors and action officers

3.11.1.14 Prepare training reports in clear, concise, technical and non-technical language and ensure proper dissemination

3.11.1.15 Coordinate training and exercise meetings as required and needed

3.11.1.16 Review and update the class rosters received by the MSOS S-1 section to ensure student information is accurate and complete prior to attending ITC

3.12.1.17 Ensure that administrative files are maintained and safeguarded electronically on each ITC class

3.11.1.18 Liaise as necessary with the A&S Branch to ensure administrative information flow is maintained on a continual basis as it relates to students

3.11.1.19 Assist TEB in drafting correspondence related to student performance. Participate in the publication of data and information that is used to convey results to senior members of the organization

3.11.1.20 Assist in the monthly inventory of Whole Marine related equipment and identify shortfalls for purchasing and replenishment.

3.11.1.21 Conduct research as required with ITC Instructors to identify new requirements related to the Whole Marine Assessment Program

3.11.1.22 Receive training and certification on all facets of the Whole Marine Program to ensure competence in using the data system

3.11.1.23 Establish the Whole Marine data base station within the Combat Operations Center (COC) during each field exercise both on-site (Camp Lejeune) and at off-site training as required

3.11.1.24 Assist in the training of uniformed and contractor personnel as it pertains to equipment used during ITC

3.11.1.25 Assist the Whole Marine Section Head in collecting and providing quality assurance to spot reports that are placed in student packages during ITC

3.11.1.26 Supervise the collation of student packages once all information on each student is completed by instructors

3.11.1.27 Assist the TEB during the assessment process to ensure proper entry of database is complete and accurate during the ITC

3.11.1.28 Attend after-action meetings relevant to the ITC program. Review after action reports generated by instructors in a direct effort to improve ITC

3.11.1.29 Provide training to uniformed and contracted staff support on a recurring basis to ensure competence with the use of the software program (Whole Marine Assessment Tool), including all modules listed by the government for this task

3.11.1.30 Assist elsewhere in MSOS with Whole Marine related mission sets as required.

3.11.2 A&S Data and Administrative Manager (1 FTE @ 2,000 hours annually). The contractor shall support the requirement to collect student performance information through the use of the Whole Marine Program.

3.11.2.1 Task organize all support to accomplish the mission of providing accurate and complete information on each student throughout A&S using the Whole Marine Assessment Tool

3.11.2.2 Serve as the Subject Matter Expert in computing and analyzing data using statistical formulas, computers, and calculators during the assessment process

3.11.2.3 Prior to and following the conduct of an A&S class, the contractor Data and Admin Manager will:

3.11.2.3.1 Manage files and provide information on students that will be attending A&S

3.11.2.3.4 Provide information as required on students that have previously attended A&S

3.11.2.3.5 Review and update the class rosters received by the MARSOC recruiting branch to ensure student information is accurate and complete prior to attending A&S

3.11.2.3.6 Make liaison as directed with MSOS S-1 and MARSOC recruiting branch to ensure administrative information flow is maintained on a weekly basis

3.11.2.3.7 Maintain an administrative standard operation procedure within A&S Branch that assists the command in tracking candidate statistics and includes selection rates and other critical information required

3.11.2.4 Work eight hours during normal daily operations and up to 12.5 hours daily while deployed to off-site training

3.11.2.5 Provide management of student files and information collected during the A&S Class compiled through the Whole Marine Program

3.11.2.6 Provide management of rosters and other critical information required to be placed in student packages derived from the Whole Marine Program

3.11.2.7 Work directly with personnel who establish the Whole Marine Program to ensure changes to the program meet expectation of the government.

3.11.2.8 Conduct liaison visits when authorized with Department of Defense entities to include USASFC, USAJFKSWCS, or civilian agencies that use similar databases in order to meet the MSOS objectives and enhance technology used to assess performance of personnel.

3.11.2.9 Supervise testing and evaluation projects assigned to the A&S Branch directly impacting the database assessment program.

3.11.2.10 Manage all correspondence related to candidates who attend A&S.

3.11.2.11 Ensure the accurate review of evaluation data used during the assessment process.

3.11.2.12 Accurately forecast training requirements and milestone dates.

3.11.2.13 Coordinate and identify problems with responsible supervisors and action officers

3.11.2.13 Prepare training reports in clear, concise, technical and non-technical language and ensure proper dissemination.

3.11.2.14 Coordinate training and exercise meetings as required.

3.11.2.15 Review and update the class rosters received by the MSOS S-1 section to ensure student information is accurate and complete prior to attending A&S.

3.11.2.16 Ensure that administrative files are maintained and safeguarded electronically on each A&S class.

3.11.2.17 Liaise as directed with the A&S Branch to ensure administrative information flow is maintained on a continual basis as it relates to students

3.11.2.18 Draft correspondence related to candidate performance.

3.11.2.19 Participate in the publication of data and information that is used to convey results to senior members of the organization.

3.11.2.20 Assist in the monthly inventory of Whole Marine related equipment and identify shortfalls for purchasing and replenishment.

3.11.2.21 Conduct research as required with A&S Instructors to identify new requirements related to the Whole Marine Assessment Program.

3.11.2.22 Receive training and certification on all facets of the Whole Marine Program to ensure competence in using the data system.

3.11.2.23 Supervise the establishment of the Whole Marine data base station within the Combat Operations Center (COC) at field exercises both on board Camp Lejeune and at off-site training as required.

3.11.2.24 Assist in the training of uniformed and contracted personnel as it pertains to equipment (PDAs) used during A&S.

3.11.2.25 Gather and conduct QA on spot reports that are placed in student packages during A&S.

3.11.2.26 Supervise the collation of candidate packages once all information on each candidate is completed by instructors.

3.11.2.27 Assist the branch OIC in the supervision of the cadre instructors during the assessment process to ensure proper entry of database is complete and accurate during the A&S.

3.11.2.28 Participate in after-action meetings relevant to the A&S program.

3.11.2.29 Review after action reports generated by instructors in a direct effort to improve A&S.

3.11.2.30 Provide SME training to uniformed and contracted staff support on a recurring basis to ensure competence with the use of the software program (Whole Marine Assessment Tool), including all modules listed by the government for this task.

3.11.2.31 Assist elsewhere in MSOS with Whole Marine related mission sets as required.

3.11.3 Whole Marine Program programmers/Software Managers (2 FTE each @ 2,000 hours annually). The contractor shall support the requirement to collect student performance information through the use of the Whole Marine Program.

3.11.3.1 Develop curriculum / provide instruction related to unique Whole Marine Program software and supporting assets.

3.11.3.2 Serve as the Subject Matter Expert in the unique Whole Marine software system and its programming and analyzing of data, along with the computers and data collection devices used during the testing and evaluation process for A&S and ITC.

3.11.3.3 Ensure administrative files are maintained and safeguarded electronically on each A&S and ITC class.

3.11.3.4 Prepare training reports in clear, concise, technical and non-technical language and ensure proper dissemination through the chain of command.

3.11.3.5 Attend training in order to maintain certification on all facets of the unique Whole Marine Program software to ensure currency in using the data software system.

3.11.3.6 Conduct training and data collection at Camp Lejeune and at off-site training as required.

3.11.3.7 Provide training to uniformed and contractor personnel on a recurring basis to ensure competence with the use of the unique software and instructor data collection devices including all modules listed by the government for ITC and A&S.

3.11.4 Whole Marine Program Archive Analyst/Database Manager (1 FTE @ 2,000 hours annually). The contractor shall support the requirement to catalogue student performance information resulting from the use of the Whole Marine Program.

3.11.4.1 Provide information as required and historical reference on students that have previously attended A&S / ITC.

3.11.4.2 Coordinate and identify problems with responsible MSOS supervisors and action officers in relation to student files and test materials.

3.11.4.3 Review and update the class rosters received from G-9 and S-1 to ensure student information is accurate and complete prior to attending A&S / ITC.

3.11.4.4 Ensure that administrative files are maintained, safeguarded, and catalogued electronically on each A&S and ITC class.

3.11.4.5 Participate in the publication of data and information that is used to convey results to MARSOC unit leadership as required.

3.11.4.6 Assist in the monthly inventory Whole Marine related equipment and identify shortfalls for the purchasing and replenishment.

3.11.4.7 Conduct training and data collection at Camp Lejeune and at off-site training as required.

3.11.4.8 Supervise in the collation of A&S and ITC student packages once all information on each student is complete by instructors.

3.11.4.9 Assist in the supervision of the SOTC cadre instructors during testing and evaluation process to ensure proper entry of database is complete and accurate during ITC.

3.11.4.10 Assist in Quality Assurance on testing material, evaluation data and spot reports that are placed in student packages during ITC.

3.12 Instructor Development Manager (1 FTE @ 1,880 hours annually). The contractor shall support the Training and Education Branch staff in the development, assignment, and tracking of MSOS Instructors. The contractor’s Instructor Development Manager will:

3.12.1 Ensure completion of new instructor check in requirements in accordance with MSOS policies ensuring that all pre-requisites are met and that new joins are scheduled for all required training.

3.12.2 Track and de-conflict Primary instructor / Assistant instructor assignments.

3.12.3 Develop and inspect Instructor record jackets.

3.12.4 Assist with High Risk training evaluations.

3.12.5 Develop and track quarterly instructor evaluation requirements.

3.12.6 Work closely with the appropriate sections for scheduling opportunities for required instructor evaluations.

3.12.7 Catalog all instructor evaluations, advise TEB leadership of any unsatisfactory evaluations and work with the section to schedule a remediation program.

3.12.8 Conduct instructor evaluations.

3.12.9 Assist all sections with after-action reviews related to instructor performance.

3.13 Instructor Training and Certification Specialists (2 FTEs each @ 1,880 hours annually). The contractor shall support the Training and Education Branch to provide Instructor Qualification and Development (IQ&D) support, specifically to include delivery of instructional methodologies; formal lecture, informal lecture, guided discussion, Socratic questioning, scaffolding, coaching, case study, problem solving, adaptability, creative thinking, small unit decision making, Systems Approach to Training, High Risk Training Instructor certification, and other instructional methodologies.

3.14.1 Schedule, plan and conduct a minimum of six (6) MSOS Instructor Qualification Courses (MIQC) per year.

3.13.2 Develop, administer and analyze surveys related to instruction and instructor performance and provide lessons learned.

3.13.3 Manage MSOS computer based educational programs.

3.13.4 Inspect instructor record jackets.

3.13.5 Assess instructor progress on a quarterly basis.

3.14.6 Work closely with the appropriate sections for scheduling opportunities for required instructor evaluations.

3.13.7 Catalog all instructor evaluations, advise TEB leadership of any unsatisfactory evaluations and work with the section to schedule a remediation program.

3.13.8 Assist all sections with after-action reviews related to instructor performance.

3.14 Exercise Fiscal Analyst (1 FTE @ 1,880 hours annually). The contractor shall support the MSOS Fiscal Manager with exercise related fiscal responsibilities.

3.14.1 Monitor and administer the daily exercise related transaction reports generated by SABRS.

3.14.2 Initiate and track provisioning requests utilizing the PRBuilder contracting system.

3.14.3 Issue and recover Direct Service Stock Control (DSSC) purchase cards and track DSSC purchases made with those cards.

3.14.4 Assist in exercise budget formulation and tracking of all exercise related expenditures.

3.14.5 Monitor Government Purchase Card Program (GCPC) purchases.

3.14.6 Monitor and record Government Travel using the Defense Travel System (DTS).

3.14.7 Assist MSOS Sections with procuring open purchase and repair items.

3.14.8 Assist in other fiscal matters related to exercises as required.

3.15 Communications/Electronics Repair Specialist (1 FTE @ 1,880 hours annually). The contractor shall support the MSOS Communications Officer.

3.15.1 Safely operate general purpose test measurement diagnostic equipment to maintain and repair equipment.

3.15.2 Assist in maintaining C4 equipment within the parameters of existing Marine Corps maintenance programs.

3.15.3 Safely and effectively employ both technical and standard soldering techniques.

3.15.4 Assist in repairing and maintaining information system components.

3.16 Combatives Training Instructor (1 FTE @ 1,880 hours annually). The contractor shall support the Training and Education Branch.

3.16.1 Assist the MSOS primary instructor in accomplishing the MSOS Period of Instruction (POI) for basic Combatives Training and Advanced Tactical Combatives Training (hereafter referred to collectively as combatives training).

3.16.2 Per MCO 5100.29B, safely provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to employ combatives TTP’s in a variety of scenarios that will enhance their combat effectiveness and survivability per the MARSOC mission set.

3.16.3 Assist in determining the most appropriate principles, practices, and other methods to promote and sustain the MSOS combatives mission and training goals.

4.0 Deliverables

4.1 The contractor shall submit – NLT 10 days after the end of the course – an after-action report regarding the proficiency and effectiveness of the conduct and execution of an ITC or advanced course based on the contractor’s unique knowledge of the ITC.

4.1.1 Speak to ongoing courses and courses completing during the potential transitions period.

4.1.2 Report on each event, with recommendations for course improvements and for education and training sources for the MSOS staff.

4.1.3 Provide one electronic copy, transmitted via SIPRnet at the Government site/location, and one printed copy of the report.

4.2 The contractor shall provide documentation of completion of EMT and CMA training on a monthly basis.

5.0 PERSONNEL SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES

Figure 1 Minimum Skills/Qualifications

Labor Category: Required Skills/Qualifications Task Lead (Key Personnel): Experienced Operations Officer or Operations Chief at the battalion level or higher within a Special Operations Unit or an organization with special operations capability is preferred; Expertise in conducting detailed planning as well as successful management of multiple, simultaneous operations. Knowledge of MARSOC organization, programs, missions, functions and equipment.

SUBTASK 1

Close Quarter Battle (CQB) Instructors: Graduate of Service Special Operations CQB course; Possess current weapons qual and capable of passing a Combat Marksmanship Qualifications; Familiarity w/Operational Risk Mgmt; Capable of receiving a Camp Lejeune Range Safety Officer…