Attachment_1_-_Performance_Work_Statement.pdf

Ver: Jun 2016

Performance Work Statement Naval Special Warfare Command

SMALL BOAT OPERATORS

BASIC TRAINING COMMAND (BTC) DETACHMENT KODIAK

2 AUG 2018

1. BACKGROUND

1.1 Basic Training Command – (BTC) Detachment Kodiak conducts Naval Special Warfare (NSW) formalized training to NSW and other Special Operations Command (SOCOM) components.

Detachment Kodiak operates under BTC and requires qualified small boat operators/coxswains to operate Support Craft, alongside active duty military and civilian GS employees, in support of SEAL Qualification Training (SQT) courses, NSW personnel and other SOCOM components in the conduct of basic cold weather and near shore cold weather operations.

2. OBJECTIVES

2.1 The objective of this requirement is to support BTC Detachment Kodiak by providing a minimum of two qualified small boat operators/coxswains and be responsible for their direction and overall management.

3. SCOPE

3.1 The Contractor shall provide the personnel, management, materials, equipment and facilities (not otherwise provided by the Government) necessary to support:

3.1.1 Up to two boat operators to provide small boat, coxswain and instructor support for up to 200 combined hours total per course. These services are required an estimate of 6 times a calendar year to support the Course of Instruction (COI) for all courses. Each boat operator shall work individually and/or in tandem alongside active duty or civilian GS personnel.

3.1.2 Up to two boat operators shall also be available for a 40 hour work week approximately one time per quarter for facilitation of interoperability training with the United States Coat Guard (USCG), Kodiak staff training and unscheduled maintenance events at Detachment Kodiak. This will require approximately up to 40 additional hours per quarter per man for an additional 160 hours annually.

3.1.3 Up to two boat operators shall be available to support other BTC Kodiak or NSW required training events to be identified and negotiated at the Task Order level.

3.2 All work is conducted along the coast line, bays, and lands in the vicinity of Kodiak, AK and the Kodiak Island archipelago. Specific schedules and convening dates of individual COIs may be rescheduled or cancelled at the Government’s convenience.

4. REQUIREMENTS

4.1 The boat operators work shall include, but not be limited to the following:

4.1.1 Utilize local knowledge and navigational charts to safely pilot NSW craft during the transportation of Detachment Kodiak instructor staff and students to training areas in and around Chiniak and Marmot Bay, Kodiak, AK. Be capable of reading beach gradients and bottom composition to facilitate the intentional beaching of small boats for the purposes of inserting and extracting instructor staff and students. Be competent in accomplishing the above mentioned skills in various weather and visibility and keeping due regard for prudent seamanship and safety of small craft and personnel.

4.1.2 Safely operate NSW small boats in close proximity to combat swimmers in and around the vessel during insertion and extraction to and from the sea. To accomplish skills in various weather conditions, keeping due regard for prudent seamanship and safety of craft and all personnel.

4.1.3 Operate 2 ton dual rear wheel trucks towing a 15,000 lb load down icy/snow covered uneven roads. Safely back up a 15,000 lb load on a 3 axle trailer down a 500ft boat ramp safely.

4.1.4 Utilize and follow all Rules of the Road as per COMDTNST M16672.2D, to include but not limited to whistle signals, navigational lights, day shapes and fog signals appropriate for various weather conditions and the execution of proper actions of stand-on and give-way vessels.

4.1.5 Utilize skills and knowledge of vessels handling characteristics; perform precise docking, underway launch/recovery and maneuvers for an 11M small boat in strong wind and sea conditions.

4.1.6 Competently operate electronic navigational equipment to include radar, depth sounder, global positioning systems, chart plotters and VHF radios. Safely and securely moor and anchor a vessel to withstand strong and shifting winds in exposed berths, bays and other bodies of water. Utilize knowledge of local waters to recognize channels, harbors, and areas of strong current, tide rips and shallows.

4.1.7 Plot courses and calculate directional headings compensating for wind and current effects. Interpret navigational charts of local areas to determine changes to channels, shoals, landmarks, buoys, day beacons, ranges etc. Interpret tide tables and tidal charts to determine available water over shallows and current flow and correlate weather predictions during transit. Interpret standard operating procedures governing operator maintenance of equipment, procurement of supplies and fuel.

4.1.8 As coxswain, be responsible for the safety of the vessel, all passengers and cargo while underway.

4.1.9 Boat operators shall be responsible to perform safety and pre-operation checks on craft before and after each operation under the supervision of qualified Navy personnel in accordance with factory and Navy PMS guidelines.

4.1.10 The Contractor shall provide professional, administrative and technical services in support of each member’s initiatives and assigned missions to include but not limited to verification and responsibility of ensuring boat operators qualifications stay current and invoicing for performance in Wide Area Workflow (WAWF). The contractor shall maintain the personnel, organization, and administrative control necessary to ensure that the work delivered meets the contract specifications and requirements.

4.1.11 Boat operators shall pilot vessels (see paragraph 6.1 for the specific vessels) and work in close proximity to hovering helicopters and familiar with USCG rescue procedures.

4.1.12 Boat operators shall work in an outdoor environment, in marine/rural settings for extended periods of time to include outdoor living during all seasons/weather conditions with minimal support for periods of 8-96 hours.

4.1.13 Boat operators shall demonstrate proficiency operating craft at high speed (35kt-40kt) during inclement weather conditions and periods of restricted visibility i.e. night navigation and fog navigation. Boat operator shall be able to work in negative temperatures, high seas (8’-10’) high winds (25-40mph) and freezing spray. Kodiak, AK has unpredictable weather and personnel need to be capable of adapting to changing weather conditions. The small craft are the main medical evacuation platform and may need to be operated in any weather conditions.

4.1.14 Boat operators shall meet or exceed the following physical requirements:

4.1.14.1 Assist a 200lb person from the water into a boat over a 3’ high gunnels.

4.1.14.2 Stand for long periods of time (up to 8 hrs.) in rough seas with little rest.

4.1.14.3 Walk a minimum of 1 mile over varied terrain while carrying a 50lb back pack.

4.1.15 Boat operators shall demonstrate the ability to don USCG approved cold water immersion suits in one minute or less.

4.1.16 Boat operators shall demonstrate the ability to perform marine navigation without the use of electronic aids. These skills should include but not be limited to:

4.1.16.1 Obtain sufficient information to verify and update nautical charts.

4.1.16.2 Plot waypoints, courses and distances using various scales of nautical charts and apply to route planning.

4.1.16.3 Interpolate local tide and celestial data to planned voyages and properly assess effects on mission.

4.1.16.4 Perform dead reckoning and piloting as described in Bowditch as a primary means of navigation.

4.1.17 Boat operators shall complete NSWC BTC Detachment Kodiak Small Boat Coxswain

Personnel Qualification System (PQS) within 6 weeks of beginning work.

4.1.18 Boat operators shall demonstrate the ability to instruct, evaluate, and critique SQT students and SOF personnel in the proper Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTP’s) utilized when conducting NSW Cold Weather Maritime Operations (MAROPS), to include Over-the-Beach (OTB) and Over-the-Horizon (OTH) operations in a cold weather environment.

4.1.19 Boat operators shall demonstrate the ability to instruct, evaluate, and critique SQT Students and SOF personnel in the proper Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTP’s) utilized when conducting Survival and Evasion training in cold weather maritime environment.

4.1.20 Boat operators shall be responsible for instructing and evaluating insertion and extraction procedures utilized by SOF, to include the care and use of the Maritime Assault Survival Suit (MASS), and MASS transition drills/techniques

4.1.21 Boat operators shall demonstrate the ability to operate small boats during Visit, Board, Search, and Seizure (VBSS) operations in inclement weather conditions and high seas.

Boat operators shall demonstrate proficiency with NSW boarding procedures, to include safely conducting “hook & climb” procedures alongside various maritime platforms.

4.1.22 Boat Operators shall be willing to submit to random drug screening program provided by or through the contractor.

4.1.23 Boat Operators shall posses and keep current a CPR qualification during fulfillment of contract.

4.1.24 Boat Operator shall possess a valid Transportation Worker ID card (TWIC)

4.1.25 Boat Operator shall possess a current valid Driver License.

4.1.26 Boat Operators shall possess a certificate of completion from one of the following; NSW

Basic Cold Weather Course, NSW SWCC Coxswain Qualification Training (CQT), or equivalent NSW Long Range Maritime Operations Course Certificate, have previously been qualified as a NSW BTC Detachment Kodiak Instructor, or other service/industry equivalent.

4.1.27 Boat Operators shall possess a US Navy Instructor qualification or service/industry equivalent.

4.1.28 Boat Operators shall demonstrate experience in conducting maritime operations.

4.1.29 Boat Operators shall have a minimum of 5 years of experience participating in NSW maritime operations.

4.1.30 Boat Operators shall have a minimum of 5-years experience piloting vessels 4.75M in length or greater with outboard power plants. Have the knowledge and ability to instruct others in the proper set up and use of the Combat Rubber Raiding Craft (CRRC) for NSW Maritime Operations. Have knowledge and be familiar in the operation and navigation of small boats on waterways and coastal areas of Kodiak, AK. These include but are not limited to the entrance and exits of Long Island lagoon, St. Herman harbor, Old Woman’s and Middle Bay. Boat Operators shall possess intimate knowledge of uncharted obstructions, obstacles unconventional navigational routes in Chiniak, Marmot Bay and Whale Pass areas.

4.1.31 Boat Operators shall demonstrate experience assisting with small boat maintenance to include but not limited to: quarterly, semi-annual and annual scheduled maintenance for 3.5/30/40/55 and 200 HP outboard engines, Furuno electronic navigational instruments, hydraulic powered steering systems and all life saving, safety and associated deck equipment on the detachments small boats.

4.1.32 The work history of each contractor employee must contain experience directly related to the task and functions he/she is intended to perform under this contract.

5. DELIVERABLES

5.1 Monthly Status Report: Shall be submitted under official company letterhead signed by a designated company representative. The cover letter shall be addressed to the Government’s Technical Point of Contact (TPOC) unless otherwise directed, and include as a minimum, the title of the applicable deliverable, date performed, and the appropriate contract number or purchase order number to which the deliverable applies. Report shall also include any strengths or weaknesses noted during the time period as well as any issues with the Contractor’s cost, schedule or management of the contract.

6. CONTRACTOR MANPOWER REPORTING

6.1 The Contractor shall report ALL contractor labor hours (including subcontractor labor hours) required for performance of services provided under this contract for the BTC - Detachment Kodiak via a secure data collection site. The contractor is required to completely fill in all required data fields using the following web address: http://www.ecmra.mil/. Reporting inputs will be for the labor executed during the period of performance during each Government fiscal year (FY), which runs October 1 through September 30. While inputs may be reported any time during the FY, all data shall be reported no later than October 31 of each calendar year. Contractors may direct questions to the help desk at help desk at: http://www.ecmra.mil.

7. SECURITY

7.1 Security will be in accordance with the attached DD254 and the on-site specifications. Contractor team individual(s) supporting this task will be cleared at the SECRET level at the start of the task.

7.2 The contractor shall insure requirements for safeguarding classified information and classified materials, for obtaining and verifying personnel security clearances, for verifying security clearances and indoctrination of visitors, for controlling access to restricted areas, for protecting government property, and for the security of automated and non-automated management information systems and data are fulfilled. The contractor's management system shall prevent unauthorized disclosure of classified and sensitive unclassified information. The government shall be immediately notified if any security incident or any indication of a potential unauthorized disclosure or compromise of classified or sensitive unclassified information.

7.3 The contractor shall provide security management support. Typical efforts include, but are not limited to, performing classified document control functions, classified materials inventories, program access requests, preparing and monitoring personnel indoctrination and debriefing agreements, and maintaining and using security-related databases.

7.4 Contractor shall establish appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect any and all nonpublic Government data to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of Government data.

7.5 Contractor must be able to obtain personnel and vehicle access to military installations. Contractor is responsible for coordinating all necessary access through the local Military Pass and Decal Office.

7.6 No data provided to, or developed by, the contractor, to include lesson plans and TTP’s if not marked are considered for official use only and shall not be used for any purpose other than this contract. All information (data files and hard copy) shall become the property of the Government and shall return them to BTC Detachment Kodiak at the completion of the contract.

7.7 Confidentiality. This project and all materials provided to the contractor by the Government and results, conclusions and recommendations obtained thereof shall be considered confidential in nature and treated with the same level of care that the contractor treats its own confidential business information.

The information shall not be disclosed, copied, modified, used except in the completion of this contract or otherwise disseminated to any other person or entity at any time to include, but not limited to inclusion in any database external to the Government without the Government’s express consent.

8. SPECIAL MATERIAL REQUIREMENTS

8.1. Applicable Documents

8.1.1 Evinrude 2009, 200 High Output engine manual

8.1.2 Navy Occupational Safety and Health Program Manual for Forces Ashore 5100.23D

8.1.3 NSW BTC DET KODIAK Small Boat Coxswain PQS

8.1.4 USCG Commandant Instruction (COMDTNST) M16672.2D (72COLREGS)

8.1.5 Bowditch American Practical Navigator

8.1.6 NSW Cold Weather Maritime Course (K-431-0098) Trainee Guide

8.1.7 NSW Naval Special Warfare Cold Weather Operations NTTP 3-05.1.3 http://www.ecmra.mil/ http://www.ecmra.mil/

9. GOVERNMENT PROPERTY: The following items will be provided for the contractor individuals to use during each COI/training iteration; however the Government will retain full property accountability.

9.1 NSW craft or small boats as referenced in this document are defined as the following: 11meter aluminum Silver Ships AM 1100 custom boat powered by twin 250HP Suzuki outboard or equivalent, 14ft inflatable Zodiac(Wing) powered by 30, 40 or 55 HP outboard motors, and Water Rescue Craft SEADOO GTX 155, or equivalent.

9.2 The support equipment to be issued boat operators shall include but not be limited to:

9.2.1 Personal flotation device

9.2.2 Survival suit

9.2.3 Survival knife

9.2.4 Misc. survival items, i.e. flint and steel, signal mirror, etc.

9.2.5 VHF hand held radio

9.2.6 Night Vision Goggles (NVG’s)

9.2.7 Tent

9.2.8 Sleeping bag

9.2.9 Cold weather clothing

9.2.10 Dry Bag

10. QUALITY CONTROL

10.1 The contractor shall implement and maintain a Quality Control Plan (QCP) to ensure work performed conforms to the scope of work and meets the requirements under this PWS. The QCP shall, at a minimum provide a method for performing inspections; identifying, correcting and preventing problems/defective service; addressing customer complaints, and improving the quality of services over the life of the contract.

11. QUALITY ASSURANCE

11.1 The Government reserves the right to perform inspections and surveillance to evaluate the Contractor’s compliance to the contract terms and performance of the requirements in the PWS. The Government will assign a TPOC who will be responsible for monitoring performance in accordance with the requirements of the PWS. The TPOC will make every effort to ensure that the surveillance methods used are conducted in an objective, fair, and consistent manner.

11.2 Contract Discrepancy Report (CDR). In the event of unsatisfactory contractor performance, the CO will issue a CDR that will explain the circumstances and findings concerning the incomplete or unsatisfactory service. The contractor shall acknowledge receipt of the CDR and respond in writing as to how he/she shall correct the unacceptable performance and avoid a recurrence. The Government will review the contractor's corrective action response to determine acceptability and will use any completed CDR as part of an overall evaluation of Contractor performance when determining present or future contractual actions.

12. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

12.1 The place of performance is Kodiak, Alaska. Work to be performed in varying work schedules and shifts. Shifts may consist 8 straight hours or more within a 24 hour period. The contractor shall take all responsibility of ensuring correct overtime is awarded to boat operators in accordance with Alaska state labor laws. The contractor shall submit a timely request to the TPOC for any anticipated overtime hours prior to work being performed and document why work cannot be completed in shifts.

The only one who may authorize overtime hours is the Contracting Officer.

13. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

13.1 This Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity type contract will have a period of performance of five years.

13.2 Anticipated course start dates shall be communicated by the TPOC NLT 30 Days prior to event.

Exceptions to this will be handled on a case-by-case basis.

13.3 Anticipated quarterly interoperability training with the United States Coat Guard (USCG) dates shall be communicated by the TPOC NLT 15 Days prior to the event. Exceptions to this will be handled on a case-by-case basis.