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Performance Work Statement Naval Special Warfare Command Combatives Training Couse

1. BACKGROUND

1.1 Naval Special Warfare (NSW) requires Combatives Training Course of Instruction (COI) to reinforce fundamental combatives skills for personnel assigned to various Naval Special Warfare (NSW) commands. Combatives-style training will help NSW personnel handle varied tactical situations, develop effective sudden defense strategies and swiftly resolve complex level of force problems, to include hand-to-hand combat, prisoner control, dealing with the unknowns and addressing enemy combatants.

2. OBJECTIVES

2.1 NSW intends to award a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract in support of the NSW Combatives Program located in Pearl City, HI. The vendor shall provide Combatives Training to equip NSW personnel with effective combative techniques to neutralize a threat, regain control and achieve a position of advantage or apply the appropriate responsive force.

3. SCOPE

3.1 The Contractor shall provide the personnel, management, materials, and equipment necessary to provide a Fundamental Combatives Training.

3.2 The Contractor’s instructional approach shall provide NSW personnel with instruction that is comprehensive, innovative, easy to use, and demonstrates standard instructional practices.

4. REQUIREMENTS. The contractor shall provide comprehensive training utilizing varied martial arts to teach NSW combatives techniques applicable to tactical military/self-defensive scenarios.

4.1 Training Curricula. Contractor shall be prepared to create a cooperative training environment for a mixed audience with various skill levels. The contractor shall provide:

4.1.1 Fundamentals Combatives Training. The contractor shall provide Fundamental Combatives Training to teach basic combative/survival techniques for up to fifty (50) personnel per session. These survival tactics and principles shall be integrated into a comprehensive, operationally-minded mixed martial arts program.

4.1.1.1 The training shall incorporate the tactical application of six (6) principles of unarmed combatives: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Wrestling, Boxing, Judo, Muay Thai, and Kali.

4.1.1.2 The contractor shall maintain a ratio of one (1) instructor per ten (10) students (1:10) in the tactical application of the principles of unarmed combatives.

4.1.1.3 Vendor shall provide a minimum of thirty (30) hours of instruction over a five (5) day period.

4.2 Course Topics and Information. The contract shall ensure the following topics are covered:

4.2.1 Fundamental Skills

4.2.1.1 Fighting stance

4.2.1.2 Foot Work

4.2.1.3 Strikes (Punches and Elbows)

4.2.1.4 Muay Thai Knee Strikes

4.2.1.5 Muay Thai Lower Leg Kicks

4.2.1.6 Unconventional Techniques

4.2.2 Clinch and Takedown

4.2.2.1 Break Falls

4.2.2.2 Clinches (Muay Thai, Single Arm, Wrestling)

4.2.2.3 Basic Clinch Skills

4.2.2.4 Clinch Controls

4.2.2.5 Takedowns

4.2.2.6 Takedown Defense

4.2.2.7 Using a Wall

4.2.3 Ground Fighting

4.2.3.1 Essential ground fighting positions

4.2.3.2 Positional Dominance

4.2.3.3 Submissions

4.2.3.4 Returning to Your Feet

4.2.4 Blunt and Edged Weapons

4.2.4.1 Weapon Strikes

4.2.4.2 Stick Work

4.2.4.3 Edged Weapons Work

4.2.5 Cuff and Search

4.2.5.1 Various cuffing techniques (wall kneeling/wall standing)

4.2.5.2 Searching techniques

4.2.5.3 Transition person under control from sitting to standing

4.3 Specific Requirements.

4.3.1 The contractor shall demonstrate modifications to techniques applicable when either member and/or opponent is wearing protective tactical gear.

4.3.2 Upon completion of the course, the Contractor shall provide each student with a certificate of completion, notating the student name, type of training attended, number of hours completed and date of completion.

4.3.3 Instructor Qualifications

4.3.3.1 Contractor must be screened for physical and psychological suitability for this type of high-risk training. Proof of physical and psychological screening shall be in the form of written statement signed by a competent medically authority stating the individual is physically and mentally fit to conduct this type of training (See Appendix A-C).

4.3.3.2 Contractor shall have prior experience in the development and delivery of a combative-skills course for Special Operations Forces (SOF).

4.3.3.3 Contractor shall provide instructors with a minimum of a black belt with 5 years of experience coaching and teaching the principles of various unarmed combatives (Jiu-Jitsu, Wrestling, Boxing, Judo, Muay Thai, and Kali).

4.3.3.4 The primary instructor shall have a minimum of 3 years of experience working with Special Operations Forces (SOF) and a minimum of 5 years of experience teaching beginner through advanced students.

4.3.3.5 Each additional instructor shall have at least 3 years of experience teaching/instructing in their respective discipline of the six principles of unarmed combatives.

5. DELIVERABLES

5.1 The table below lists the deliverables required for this contract.

1 workday after post award conference

6. CONTRACTOR TRAVEL

6.1 Contractor is authorized for travel to NSW facilities located in Pearl City, HI.

6.2 Contractor travel costs shall be included in the cost of the Combatives COI; a separate line item for travel will not be included in the contract. All travel shall be in accordance with FAR 31.205-46 and applicable travel regulations (Joint, Federal or Standardized). Contractor payment claims shall include applicable documentation to support actual costs incurred (e.g. airfare and hotel/lodging receipts) as well as any receipts valued at or above $75.00. Failure to provide appropriate documentation may result in loss of reimbursement of travel expenses.

7. SECURITY

7.1 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.

8. SAFETY

8.1 Safety in all training events shall be paramount. The contractor shall comply with and maintain appropriate safety instructions and qualification standards in accordance with references located in Paragraph 12.

8.2 Contractor Responsibility.

8.2.1 Nothing in the PWS, nor any Government action or failure to act in performance of the contract shall relieve the contractor of its responsibility for the safety of the contractor's personnel and property, the Government's personnel and property. Furthermore, nothing in this PSW shall relieve the contractor of its responsibility for complying with applicable Federal, State, and Local laws, ordinances, codes and regulations (including those requiring applicable licenses and permits) in connection with the performance of this contract.

8.3 Risk Controls

8.3.1 This training is categorized as High Risk in accordance with OPNAVINST 1500.75D and COMNAVSPECWARCOMINST 1500.1. As such, an Operational Risk Assessment and the implementation of risk controls are required for these training events.

8.3.2 Troop will insure a certified SOC-M medic is on station at each training event, a designated vehicle identified to support CASEVAC is on sight, and a verified Emergency Action Plan (EAP) is in place. Contractor will be responsible for knowing the contents of the EAP and their role in any emergency situation.

8.3.3 Contractor will ensure that Training Time Out (TTO) procedures (Verbal and Non-Verbal) are briefed and understood by all instructors and participants prior to the start of every evolution. A TTO will be implemented in any situation when students or instructors express concern for personal safety or a need to clarify procedures or requirements. Training must immediately cease until the situation or condition is returned to a safe state. Then and only then will training resume. Examples of TTOs include, but are not limited to, a verbal or non-verbal “TAP”, instructor call to stop action, or the physical separation of combatants by the instructor.

8.4 Mishaps

8.4.1 Safety and training related problems or mishaps involving or observed by the contractor shall be addressed immediately to the designated Safety Observer (SO) or Training Safety Officer (TSO). The Contractor will ensure any mishaps or near mishaps are investigated, recorded, and reported to the Government. This information will be inputted into the Web Enabled Safety System (WESS) and the NSW Mishap reporting form by the Government. A near mishap is defined as “an act or event that may have resulted in a mishap where the death, injury, illness or loss of asset was avoided merely by chance.”

8.4.2

9. GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY/EQUIPMENT/INFORMATION (GFP/GFE/GFI)

9.1 NSW will furnish a facility to conduct combatives training in Pearl City, HI.

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 make every effort to ensure that the surveillance methods used are conducted in an objective, fair, and consistent manner. The Government will assign a Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) who will be responsible for monitoring performance in accordance with the requirements of the PWS and the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP). The COR 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. APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

OPNAVINST 1500.75 Series – High Risk Training Safety Instruction Available upon request

13. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

13.1 Requested training is: Pearl City, HI.

14. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

14.1.1 July 8th through July 12th 2019.

14.1.2 Government shall provide dates for the two additional courses sixty (60) days prior to the start date.

APPENDIX A: Determination of Physical and Psychological Suitability

The criteria below outlines serious risk issues that provide cause for disqualification for high-risk or instructor duty.

A. Chronic medical condition, which hampers candidate’s ability to perform training duties.

B. Hospitalization for a major mental disorder such as a psychotic disorder, bipolar disorder, major depression, or suicide ideation or behavior.

C. Diagnosis of personality or impulse control disorder.

D. Any confirmed incident of child or spousal abuse.

E. Disciplinary problems or criminal record.

F. Poor work performance trends.

G. Incident resulting in referral to child protective services.

H. Medically noted traits of a personality disorder not sufficient to support diagnosis of personality disorder.

I. Treatment for a substance use disorder within the last 2 years.

J. Outpatient treatment for evaluation or therapy for suicide ideation, threats to harm others, or other mental health problems.

APPENDIX B: PHYSICAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL INTERVIEW GUIDE

These are suggested topics for the medical interview. Look for signs of stress or annoyance in the candidate when discussing these issues, especially regarding abusive behavior and substance abuse.

1. Interpersonal Relationships and Job Adjustment

a. “Have you ever been referred to a physician or chaplain due to personal or work-related stress that adversely affected your performance?”

b. “Have you any history of spousal or child abuse or suicidal behavior?”

c. “Have you experienced any anxieties or phobias that have caused you to be removed from a particular work environment?”

2. Mental and Physical Health

a. “Have you consulted a civilian health care provider within the past year?” (As appropriate, the medical reviewer should obtain records from the civilian physician.)

b. “Are you currently taking prescription medications?” “Will the condition affect your ability to perform duties?”

c. “Is there any documented history of psychological or physiological reaction to stress, tension, vascular headaches (recurrent), upper respiratory symptoms, or unstable hypertension?” (Explore any history of emotional problems that would suggest vulnerability to maladaptive stress coping, such as adjustment (situational) disorders, depressive episodes, or recurrent anxiety.)

d. “Have you ever been concerned at any time about your emotional health or ability to cope with stress?”

e. “Have you ever sought psychological counseling by a physician, psychologist, priest, social worker, etc.?”

f. “Have you threatened suicide or any other self-destructive behavior?”

g. “Have you ever threatened to hurt another individual?”

h. “Have you ever experienced persistent irrational fear or phobias such as flying, high places, confined spaces, water, etc.?”

i. “Do you have a problem with anger, recurrent anger, or controlling anger?”

j. “Do you have any physical issues that would prevent you from performing job requirements?”

k. “What surgeries have you had and when? Are you fully recovered?”

3. Substance Abuse

a. “Have you ever consumed alcohol during work hours or come to work hung over, requiring a referral for competency for duty?”

b. “Have you ever been referred for evaluation for substance abuse?”

c. “Have you ever been involved in an alcohol-related incident?”

d. “Have you ever had concern about your drinking pattern or experienced guilt or remorse for behavior that occurred while drinking?”

e. “Has alcohol ever caused any family, personal, or work difficulties?” (Specifically address driving under the influence, fights, quarrels, and tardiness or missing work.)

f. “Do you have a history of drinking excessively?”

g. “Do you drink early in the day?”

h. “Has anyone criticized your drinking pattern or advised you to change your drinking pattern?”

i. “Have you ever experienced blackouts?”

4. Interpersonal Relationships. Was the candidate abused as a child (physically, emotionally, or sexually)?

5. Documented History of Impulsive Behavior

a. Is there any evidence of untreated alcohol abuse or alcohol dependence? (At least 1-year post treatment with an adequate documented recovery program is required prior to job offer).

b. Is there any psychiatric diagnosis of personality disorders? (Applicable in the case of any psychiatric diagnosis requiring medication or hospitalization unless symptom-free for 1 yr)

APPENDIX C: RESULTS OF MEDICAL SCREENING

(Date)

From: __________________________________________________ (Medical Authority)

To: Commander, Naval Special Warfare Command

Subj: RESULTS OF MEDICAL SCREENING FOR PROSPECTIVE CONTRACTED

HIGH-RISK INSTRUCTOR ICO: _________________________________________________

(Name of cleared prospective instructor)

A medical and psychological screening and interview have been completed. Information does not indicate that there are potentially disqualifying factors in the prospective instructor’s medical history. The candidate is suitable for high-risk instructor duty.

(Signature)

NOTES:

1. Do not submit or include names of individuals who were found NOT qualified.

2. Do not include any specific medical or psychological findings on this form.

Ver: Apr 2015

Ver: Jun 2016