Attachment_1_-_Performance_Work_Statement_Revised.docx

Attachment 1 - Performance Work Statement (PWS) Naval Special Warfare Advanced Training Command (NSWATC) Military Free Fall (MFF) and Static Line (SL) Course of Instruction (COI)

1.0 Background: Current DoD Static Line (S/L) and Military Free Fall (MFF) training sites do not have the capacity to support US Navy training requirements. Therefore, Naval Special Warfare Command shall explore the option to contract for instructional support and training services in the delivery of Navy parachute training.

1.1. Objectives: This PWS addresses the instructional, operational, organizational, and administrative tasks required under this contract. The contractor shall be required to work closely with the designated Military Liaison Officer (MLO), Course Manager (CM), and Contracting Officers Representative (COR), and the Parachute Maintenance Quality Assurance Representative (PMQAR) has assigned by Naval Special Warfare Advanced Training Command (NSWATC), Imperial Beach, CA. The service shall include fully qualified instructors, parachute riggers, and contractor personnel who are capable of providing the required instructional support, parachute maintenance, and training services associated with the delivery of these Navy parachute courses under the coordination of the respective MLO, CM and COR.

1.2. Scope: The Contractor shall provide all personnel and supervision required by the Government in support of training and logistics as defined in this Performance Work Statement (PWS). The Contractor shall perform to the standards and the specifications contained in this PWS, which defines specific requirements for this effort. This Performance Work Statement (PWS) sets forth the requirements for providing training and any/all parachute maintenance required on Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) prior to the execution of or during the Navy Parachute Static Line Course, CIN A-431-0135 (series) (5 instructional days within a 7 day period) and Navy Parachute Free Fall Course, CIN A-431-1036 (series) (20 instructional days within a 26 day period) for Department of Defense (DoD) personnel. If a Federal Holiday occurs within the scheduled course dates, the schedule will be adjusted to accommodate the Holiday utilizing one less scheduled weather day. The contractor will support the Naval Special Warfare Advanced Training Command (NSWATC) in the performance of training services as defined herein. The training provided by the contractor will encompass the course content and learning objectives of the Navy Parachute Static Line Course A-431-0135 and Navy Parachute Free Fall Course A-431-0136 identified in the approved Training Course Control Documents (TCCD), Lesson Plans, Trainee Guides, and Evolution Brief Sheets while adhering to all Operational Risk Management and DOD policies and procedures. The Course Master Schedule (CMS) details all critical instruction in an estimated training schedule. The requirement will include the courses identified herein in support of NSWATC Navy parachute training.

2.0 Applicable Documents and References: The following documents establish policy and assign responsibilities for the Navy Premeditated Personnel Parachuting (P3) Program, inclusive of cargo airdrop operations. These documents must be followed in their entirety during all phases of training, rigging, maintenance, and mishap reporting.

2.1. OPNAVINST 3501.225 (series) Premeditated Parachuting Program (P3).

2.2. (B) COMNAVSPECWARCOMINST 3000.3 (series) Commander, Naval Special Warfare Command (CNSWC) Air Operations Manual.

2.3. OPNAVINST 1500.75 Safety Policy and Procedures for Conducting High Risk Training

2.4. OPNAVINST 5100.23F Navy Occupational Safety and Health Program Manual

2.5. OPNAVINST 5102.1 Series Mishap Investigation and Reporting

2.6. NAVSEAINST 13512.1 (series) Premeditated Personnel Parachuting (P3) Equipment Authorized for Naval Use (ANU).

2.7. United States Parachute Association (USPA) Skydivers Information Manual (SIM) (current version)

2.8. United States Parachute Association (USPA) Instructional Rating Manual (SIM) (current version)

2.9. DoD 4500.53 Commercial Air Transportation Quality and Safety Review Program, 20 Oct 2008 (http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/corres/pdf/450053p.pdf)

2.10. Navy NAVSEA SS400-A1-MMO-010 MC-6 Parachute System

2.11. Navy NAVSEA SS400-AX-MMO-010 Rev 1 Organizational Maintenance with Illustrated Parts Breakdown, Ram Air Parachute Assembly, MT-2XX/SL

2.12. ATTP 3-18.11 (FM3-05.211 Special Forces Military Free-Fall Operations

2.13. TM 3-21.220 (FM 57-220) / MCWP 3-15.7/AFMAN 11 420/NAVSEA SS400-AF-MMO-010, Static Line Parachuting Techniques and Training

2.14. Technical Order 15X3-6-1

2.15. Technical Order 5X1-3-1-33

2.16. FM 3-05.210 Special Forces Air Operations

2.17. NAVSEA ULSS No. 1170417BB-781-D-O-U, Revision 11 User’s Logistic Support Summary for Navy P3 Equipment

2.18. TM 10-1670-329-13&P Operator and Field Maintenance Manual Including Repair Parts and Special Tools List (RPSTL) for Parachutist Oxygen Mask (POM) NSN 1670-01-572-2151, 1670-01-572-2152, 1670-01-572-2153, 1670-01-572-2154

2.19. TO 15X-2-6-11 Operation and Maintenance Instructions with Illustrated Parts Breakdown, Parachute Oxygen Systems

2.20. TO15X1-3-1-33 Maintenance and Overhaul Instructions, High Pressure Oxygen Cylinders (ATOS)

2.21. Note: References B, I-R available upon request. OPNAV and NAVSEA Instructions are available at http://neds.nebt.daps.mil/Directives/table21.html

2.22. SECNAV Manual 5510.36

2.23. NAVSEA MP No. 1170417BB-781-D-O-M.1 thru M.115

2.24. OPNAVINST 1500.75C Policy and Governance for Conducting High-Risk Training

2.25. COMNAVSPECWARCOMINST 5510.3D

3.0 Course Information:

3.1. Static Line CIN A-431-0135 (series) Mission Statement: The purpose of this course is to train and qualify Naval Special Warfare (NSW) and Joint Special Operations Forces (JSOF) personnel in current, relevant, and approved Static Line parachute techniques and tactics. The scope of this training includes proper techniques and procedures for donning of equipment, rigging of a combat pack, actions within and exiting aircraft, and proper landing techniques that include the Parachute Landing Fall (PLF). Vendor shall provide ramp aircraft support for a minimum of five (5) jumps from 1250 feet Above Ground Level (AGL) is required. At least two (2) of the (SL) jumps shall be with combat equipment. The class size will be a minimum of 30 students and a maximum of 70 students. NSW anticipates six (6) classes each year.

3.2. Static Line CIN A-431-0135 (series) Mission Statement: The purpose of this course is to train and qualify Naval Special Warfare (NSW) and Joint Special Operations Forces (JSOF) personnel in current, relevant, and approved Static Line parachute techniques and tactics. The scope of this training includes proper techniques and procedures for donning of equipment, rigging of a combat pack, actions within and exiting aircraft, and proper landing techniques that include the Parachute Landing Fall (PLF). A minimum of five (5) jumps from 1250 feet Above Ground Level (AGL) is required. At least two (2) of the (SL) jumps shall be with combat equipment. All static line jumps will be conducted out of a ramp aircraft.

Min Jump # at Graduation: 5

The student will satisfactorily complete all 5 parachute jumps in order to graduate. Upon completion of each jump, the student shall conduct all the proper post jump procedures as instructed.

Contractor shall train the students to the specified completion criteria identified within the course objectives and test standards outlined below:

TEST STANDARD 1 SLICK. Exit an aircraft from an altitude not less than 1,250’ AGL with an ANU approved parachute system and all parachutist equipment provided; properly respond to aircraft procedures, signals and jump commands, perform a controlled exit, maintain a designated heading and land safely on prescribed Drop Zone.

TEST STANDARD 2 COMBAT EQUIPMENT. Exit an aircraft from an altitude not less than 1,250’ AGL with an ANU approved parachute system and all parachutist equipment provided; to include, combat pack with Hook Pile Tape (HPT) lowering line; properly respond to aircraft procedures, signals and jump commands, perform a controlled exit, maintain a designated heading and land safely on prescribed Drop Zone .

3.3. Free Fall CIN A-431-0136 (series) Mission Statement: The purpose of this course is to train and qualify Naval Special Warfare (NSW), Joint Special Operations Forces (JSOF), and Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) personnel and other designated DoD personnel as Military Free Fall parachutists. The course provides the theory and practical experience necessary to safely conduct basic free fall operations at 12,500 feet AGL and a maximum altitude of 17,999 AGL. NSW anticipates one (1) maximum altitude jump from 17,999 AGL per student for up to 8 classes each year. Instruction shall include both day and night parachuting, as well as parachuting with combat equipment and oxygen systems. Night parachuting is defined as exiting an aircraft during limited visibility operations which occur after end evening nautical twilight (EENT) and before begin morning nautical twilight (BMNT). The scope of this course includes proper techniques and procedures for donning of equipment, rigging of a combat pack with supplemental oxygen, actions within and exiting aircraft, actions under canopy, emergency procedures, and proper landing techniques which include the PLF. Free Fall training shall be a minimum of 23 jumps with no maximum number of jumps. The class size will be a minimum of 30 students and a maximum of 70 students. The minimum number of classes will be six (6) and a max number of eight (8). This course will NOT provide instruction in the tactical application of free fall operations. Vendors shall be able to provide ramp and side door aircraft support for all Free Fall operations.

3.4. Free Fall CIN A-431-0136 (series) Mission Statement: The purpose of this course is to train and qualify Naval Special Warfare (NSW), Joint Special Operations Forces (JSOF), and Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) personnel and other designated DoD personnel as Military Free Fall parachutists. The course provides the theory and practical experience necessary to safely conduct basic free fall operations at 12,500 feet AGL, to include instruction in both day and night parachuting, as well as parachuting with combat equipment and oxygen systems from 10,000 to 17,999 MSL. The scope of this course includes proper techniques and procedures for donning of equipment, rigging of a combat pack with supplemental oxygen, actions within and exiting aircraft, actions under canopy, emergency procedures, and proper landing techniques which include the PLF. Free Fall training shall be a minimum of 23 jumps with no maximum number of jumps. Of the 23 minimum jumps, the first 8 jumps will be prior to the second graded test (standard #2 below). The minimum required jumps are designed to prepare the student to successfully meet test standards two and three. This course will NOT provide instruction in the tactical application of free fall operations.

Min. Jump # at Graduation 23 (*If student passes pretest)

AFF Level 1 through Level 7 jumps will be conducted from a door or ramp aircraft.

All of the jumps after completion of AFF Level 7 will be conducted from a ramp aircraft.

3.5. The student will be given 3 opportunities to pass each AFF level or graded exercise. The student has the opportunity to pass on each Pretest. Upon completion of each jump, the student will pack his/her own main parachute for all jumps, excluding their final opportunity (3rd attempt) to pass AFF level or graded exercise. For the student’s third attempt, the student will be issued a MT2-XX parachute system versus the student repacking their original MT2-XX main parachute system in an attempt to maintain training schedule. If a student experiences numerous retakes of AFF level testing, then the student may not complete the training within the course convening and be disenrolled at the discretion of the Government.

3.6. Contractor shall train the students to the specified completion criteria identified within the course objectives and test standards outlined below:

3.7. TEST STANDARD 1. Student will perform the proper packing of the MT2-XX (series) main parachute system unassisted within 30 minute time limit. The testing shall be administered by a QAI Certified Contracted Rigger.

3.8. TEST STANDARD 2. Exit from aircraft from an altitude not less than 10,000’ AGL MSL9,500’ AGL with MT2-XX Series parachute basic parachutist equipment provided; properly respond to aircraft procedures, signals and jump commands, perform a controlled exit, maintain a designated heading, execute controlled left and right 360 degree turns, on heading track 5 seconds, deploy main canopy +/- 250’ of a designated altitude and land on prescribed Drop Zone.

3.9. TEST STANDARD 3. Exit from aircraft from an altitude not less than 10,000’ AGL MSL8,000’ AGL with MT2-XX Series parachute system and all parachutist equipment provided; to include, combat pack, Improved Equipment Attachment Sling (IEAS) with Hook Pile Tape (HPT) lowering line and inert M4 rifle; properly respond to aircraft procedures, signals and jump commands, perform a controlled exit, maintain a designated heading, execute a controlled left and right 360 degree turn, on heading track 5 seconds, deploy main canopy +/- 250’ of a designated altitude and land on prescribed Drop Zone.

3.10. TEST STANDARD 4. Students will perform a minimum of five (5) observed jumps demonstrating a grouping of two or more under canopy, with a 1:4 instructor to student ratio. The student will demonstrate the ability to properly respond to all aircraft procedure signals and jump commands; perform a controlled exit as part of a group; maintain a designated heading and separation; deploy the main canopy +/- 250’ of a designated altitude; lower the combat pack between 500’-1000’ 200-500 AGL (when applicable); and land within 100 meters of the designated group leader on 50% of the jumps.

3.11. NOTE: Students shall perform at least one daylight combat equipment freefall jump with supplemental oxygen.

3.12. NOTE: Night jumps will not be conducted prior to successful completion of Test Standard 3 and will be conducted between the hours after the start of twilight after sunset and prior to the end of twilight before sunrise. Night jumps will be conducted 1 hour after sunset and only upon successful completion of all graded exercises.

3.13. In the event of a conflict between documents referenced herein and the contents of this PWS, the contents of this PWS take precedence. Nothing in this PWS, however, supersedes applicable laws and regulations, unless a specific exemption has been obtained. Current versions of all applicable documents shall apply.

4.0 Requirements:

4.1. Course Monitoring - Course monitoring shall be at the discretion of NSWATC personnel and may occur at any time/place for any course convening. On a case by case basis, a qualified military ATC instructor who maintains either an AFFI or MFFI rating and is current will be authorized to jump with contracted instructors and students for evaluation purposes.

4.2. Academic Standards - All instructors will adhere to and maintain academic standards (e.g., course grading criteria) in accordance with Test Standards provided in the respective test plans. If the student(s) have academic problems, the instructor shall provide remediation in accordance with the grading criteria contained in the respective test plans and Lesson plans for NPC SL and NPC FF.

4.3. Course Master Schedules and Student/Instructor/Facilitator Ratios - The CMSs, provided within each course TCCD are a breakout of the Navy’s current course schedules and provide a period by period breakdown of the subject matter of each course, the sequence of the instructional program, the time allocated to each subject, the time specified for theory and practical application, the student to instructor ratio for each period, and the required jumps necessary for course completion.

4.4. Dress code and grooming standards – Whether in the classroom, office, or field training environment the contractor shall ensure that all contractor instructors, contractor instructor supervisors, and other contractor personnel that come in contact with Navy students maintain a standard of grooming and personal appearance that is uniformed, well-kept, and professional. Hairstyles and/or dress that could be labeled as eccentricities or extremes in the majority of professional work environments are unacceptable.

4.4.1. Contractor personnel shall be required to wear company clothing that is uniform in nature and appropriate for the local seasonable climate. Uniform appearance of all instructors will help identify them as instructors in the classroom, in the field, and equipment issue and turn-in.

4.5. Drug and Alcohol Free Environment

4.5.1. Urinalysis Screening – The Navy has declared a “Zero Tolerance” Drug and Alcohol policy for members of the Naval service. As an extension of this policy, all contract instructors must be drug free, and the contractor is responsible for providing the MLO or CM with the general results of a Urinalysis Screening completed within 30 days prior to the instructor’s or any personnel directly involved with the S/L and FF reporting for duty. The pre-employment urinalysis screening shall be conducted using an Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA) screening technique or equivalent at a testing facility approved by NSW. This process tests urine samples using an automated chemical analyzer. If the test produces a positive result, the urine sample should be retested. If the second test also produces a positive result, a Gas Chromatography or Mass Spectrometry test will be performed to identify the specific substance. The Government reserves the right upon reason of belief to request a new urinalysis screening on instructor(s) to determine “fit for duty”. All urinalysis tests will be provided by the contractor.

4.5.2. Maintenance of Drug Free Environment – Much of the training provided by NSWATC is considered high-risk, and as such in order to ensure a safe training environment, the Government has a reasonable expectation that contractor instructors remain drug-free at all times. Therefore, the contractor is responsible for establishing internal procedures as needed to provide this assurance. The results of any urinalysis or blood screenings will be handled in the same methods as discussed in section 4.5.1 above. In the event that a controlled substance is prescribed for a medical condition suffered by a contract instructor, it shall be the contractor’s responsibility to inform the MLO or CM of the medication, and the anticipated duration of treatment. The MLO or CM will relieve that instructor from any high risk training evolutions until such time as a medical official certifies the individual as fit for duty as outlined in BUMEDINST 6120.20. If a member of the contractor’s rigging staff is suspected of drug abuse, any and all equipment that had been packed by them at any point in the previous repack cycle, will be immediately removed from training and given a complete inspection and re-pack prior to re-issue to the applicable course of instruction. Any and all expenses incurred shall be the sole responsibility of the contractor.

4.5.3. Alcohol Policy – NSWATC policy prohibits the consumption of alcohol by instructor personnel within 12 hours of high-risk training delivery and no instructor or rigger shall have a blood alcohol content over 0.00 limit during any portion of a training day. Any suspected drug or alcohol use by the contractor or their employee(s) while supporting the NPC shall result in immediate removal from the training/work site. In this case, the MLO, CM, Contractor Site Lead or Lead Rigger will be advised of this action as soon as possible. Any and all parachute or lifesaving equipment in their immediate control will immediately be removed from training and tagged “Not Ready For Issue” and will be given a complete inspection and re-pack by the contractor prior to re-issue to the applicable course of instruction.

4.6. Instructor

4.6.1. Substitution – Substitution of any contracted personnel (instructors, pilots, medical staff, riggers etc.), regardless of the reason, shall be communicated in advance to the MLO/CM. Any substituted contractor shall meet all of the qualifications required of the position in accordance with the PWS and Navy requirements. All contracted personnel are subject to Government/MLO review, verification, and validation of their qualifications prior to conducting their duties.

4.6.2. Evaluation/Qualification Process – Instructors will maintain professional currency within their field of expertise. The contractor shall ensure that all instructor personnel are ready to teach the content assigned to them and can pass any tests associated with that content consistent with the contractor’s approved Quality Assurance Plan. All instructors must be familiar with all presentation, delivery method, testing and remediation procedures, curriculum, training aids, devices, electronic podiums, and equipment operation and maintenance procedures associated with the course or section of the course they will instruct.

4.6.3. Evaluation - All prospective instructor personnel must be evaluated and qualified by the contractor as meeting Navy minimum standards as stated herein for technical and instructional proficiency. These training courses are considered “high-risk”, and as such, NSWATC retains the right to assess the contracted instructor’s behavior and, if appropriate, has the authority to interrupt/delay the contracted instructor from conducting an assigned topic for safety reasons at no additional cost to the Government. In such cases, the Contracting Officer must be notified immediately and further action will be coordinated between the contractor’s POC, MLO or CM. In all cases, NSWATC personnel (CM or MLO) will determine work priorities, technical accuracy of material and provide technical guidance to the contractor.

4.7. Training Jackets

4.7.1. Instructor Training Jackets – Prior to any new instructor commencing training or upon NSWATC request, the contractor shall present an Instructor’s Training Jacket (ITJ) to the MLO or CM for verification of instructor qualifications. ITJ contents shall be standardized and at a minimum shall include:

4.7.1.1. Instructor’s Qualifications – certificates of completion for required courses, completed Personal Qualification Standard (PQS) or Job Qualification Requirements (JQR).

4.7.1.2. Proof of drug screening*

4.7.1.3. Proof of psychological screening*

4.7.2. Rigger Training Jackets – Prior to any new rigger commencing training or upon NSWATC request, the contractor shall present a Rigger’s Training Jacket (RTJ) to the MLO or CM for verification of rigger qualifications. RTJ contents shall be standardized and at a minimum shall include:

4.7.2.1. Rigger’s Qualifications – FAA certification, completed Personal Qualification Standard (PQS) or Job Qualification Requirements (JQR), certification and re-certification evaluations.

4.7.2.2. Proof of drug screening.*

4.7.2.3. Proof of psychological screening.*

4.7.3. The Government, through the Contracting Officer, shall have the "right of refusal" of any instructor considered unqualified or unsafe. The instructor verification process must be completed prior to the instructor teaching Navy students.

* Due to restrictions imposed by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) restrictions, copies of the Urinalysis Screening may not be filed in the ITJ. These documents will be maintained in a central location such as the contractor’s corporate office. In lieu of the actual screening, a letter indicating the date, the screening physician, a generalized result, and the location of the actual screening document should be filed in the record. If a Site Assessment or other form of inspection takes place at a learning site, the contractor will ensure copies of the respective screening are provided to the MLO in advance of the inspection. The documents will be provided to the inspectors, and upon completion of the review, the inspectors will return the documents to the MLO for return to the central location.

Personnel Qualifications: All contractor personnel shall conform to and comply with the rules, regulations, and other requirements of the DoD and Department of the Navy for contract personnel integrity, grooming, conduct, speech, student fraternization, safety, security, etc. In addition, contractor personnel shall maintain high personal standards of technical knowledge and demonstrate professional competence in delivering training material. The morale and motivation of student and instructional personnel shall be maintained at a maximum level to ensure a favorable environment for learning. Personnel performing under this PWS shall submit to drug and an initial Government provided psychological screening. Personnel could be subjected to up to 2 random drug screenings every 6 months, at the vendor’s expense.

4.7.4. Air Crew

4.7.4.1. Pilot – All pilots for DoD Airdrop Operations, at a minimum, must possess the following qualifications (IAW Federal Aviation Regulations):

4.7.4.1.1. Total combined flight time of the Captain and first officer shall be no less than 1000 hours and shall carry a current FAA Commercial Pilot's license.

4.7.4.1.2. The Pilot in Command (PIC) shall have a minimum of 100 hours as PIC in type within last 6 months before training course convening and must have performed airborne operations at least once during the previous six months or have received instruction and a currency signoff from a certified flight instructor (CFI), government instructor pilot, or company check pilot and

4.7.4.1.3. Pilots must receive an airdrop check ride at least once every 18 months.

4.7.4.2. First Officer – All first officers for DoD Airdrop Operations, at a minimum, must possess the following qualifications (IAW Federal Aviation Regulations):

4.7.4.2.1. First Officer must have 25 hours as copilot in type within last 6 months before training and shall have performed airborne operations at least once during the previous six months or have received instruction and currency signoff from a CFI, government instructor pilot, or company check pilot.

4.7.4.2.2. 50 hours of operating as an airdrop first officer in type aircraft is required prior to upgrade to Captain, or as directed by designated command authority.

4.7.4.2.3. First Officers must receive an airdrop check ride at least once every 18 months.

4.7.4.2.4. Day Operations will require one pilot. All Night Airborne Operations will require two pilots. Where FAA Guidelines or aircraft manufacture requirements specify more than one pilot, those requirements will be used.

4.7.5. Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) – At least one EMT must be assigned to each parachute training course convening. The EMT must have a current EMT Basic certification in the state in which training is conducted. As part of the training course execution, the EMT shall be available to provide emergency medical treatment on-site during high risk periods training. Contractor shall provide all medical equipment listed in the NSW 3000.3(series), appendix T. The EMT shall also possess ability to deliver basic first aid training.

4.7.6. Emergency Vehicle Operator – Contractor will provide an operator that is a qualified and certified ATV operator in the state in which the training is conducted. All DOT rules and regulations shall be followed.

4.7.7. Parachute Riggers – The contractor shall provide riggers who possess experience in parachute packing, maintenance & repair. Contracted parachute riggers shall be broken down into two categories and must be certified in writing with the following requirements:

4.7.7.1. Category A – Student Oversight and Parachute Maintenance/QAI Special Operations Parachute Rigger shall be FAA Master Parachute Riggers with a chest and back-type rating.

4.7.7.2. Category B – Parachute Maintenance/Non-QAI Special Operations Parachute Rigger shall be FAA Senior Riggers with a chest and back rating.

4.7.7.3. Both shall be certified with the appropriate rating for the work being performed and meet training qualification and currency requirements set forth in NAVSEA ULSS 1170417BB-781-D-O-U.

4.7.7.4. All Contracted parachute riggers that will perform pack-in-process inspections on student main parachute system and provide student oversight must be certified at a minimum as an FAA Master Rigger for back-type parachute systems.

4.7.7.5. The contract rigger statement provided in the current edition of NAVSEA ULSS 1170417BB-781-D-O-U shall be inserted into the contract and signed by each contracted parachute rigger on an annual basis; a copy shall be retained in the rigger training jacket.

4.7.7.6. Contracted parachute riggers shall complete training provided by Quarter Master Center and School, Fort Lee, VA on the military parachute systems they are packing.

4.7.7.7. Once qualified training and currency requirements below and set forth by the Navy P3 designated training agent, contained in NAVSEA ULSS 1170417BB-781-D-O-U shall be adhered to.

4.7.7.7.1. Complete Special Operations Parachute Rigger (SOPR) JQRs in COMNAVSPECWARCOMINST 3000.3 (series). Must be signed off by a current qualified Active Duty SOPR NEC 7353 or DoD civilian SOPR Quality Assurance Inspector (QAI).

4.7.7.7.2. Must be actively performing the duties as an SOPR qualified contracted parachute rigger within the previous 182-day period or the SOPR qualification is no longer valid and the individual must be re-certified using the SOPR JQRs in COMNAVSPECWARCOMINST 3000.3 (series).

4.7.7.7.3. Be authorized in writing as a SOPR for the assigned commands parachute equipment by the Commanding Officer.

4.7.7.7.4. QAI Designated Contracted Parachute Riggers shall perform duties as the pack-in-process inspector on the student’s main ram air parachute only. This shall be performed under the direct technical oversight of an on-site Naval Special Warfare Center Advance Training Command SOPR NEC 7353 or DoD civilian SOPR; who is QAI qualified. The contracted rigger pack-in-process inspector will sign the parachute log record as the inspector. The maximum parachute packer to inspector ratio at the NPC course while packing student’s main parachutes is 5 to 1.

4.7.7.7.5. QAI designated contracted parachute riggers shall meet the minimum qualifications set forth above and in addition:

4.7.7.7.5.1. Have been actively working in the parachute loft (par aloft) for a minimum of 6 months.

4.7.7.7.5.2. Complete the QAI JQR in COMNAVSPECWARCOMINST 3000.3 (series). JQR must be signed off by a current qualified Active Duty SOPR NEC 7353 or DoD civilian SOPR QAI.

4.7.7.7.5.3. Must be actively performing the duties as a QAI within the previous 182 day period or the QAI qualification is no longer valid and the individual must be re certified using the QAI JQRs in COMNAVSPECWARCOMINST 3000.3 (series).

4.7.7.7.5.4. Assigned in writing by the Commanding Officer as a QAI.

4.7.8. Instructors – All instructor personnel shall possess a current United States Parachute Association (USPA) Accelerated Freefall Instructor (AFFI) certification at a minimum. The AFFI certification must be valid prior to commencing training. The instructional competencies of all instructor personnel shall be validated by the contractor with MLO verification through instructor training jacket review prior to class convening. This validation is the contractor’s responsibility and must be accomplished prior to the instructor reporting for work. In addition to the instructor certification requirements above, all instructors must have successfully completed the classroom instruction and practical S/L and MFF parachute jumps as a student prior to teaching the same material. Instructors must maintain their currency as a USPA AFFI. All instructor staff shall be experienced in air-to-air videography.

4.7.9. Drop Zone Safety Officer (DZSO) – All DZSOs must be familiar with the duties and responsibilities as stated in Government document COMNAVSPECWARCOMINST 3000.3 (series) in Section 2.2. In addition, all DZSOs shall maintain their currency as a USPA AFFI. Prior to serving as a DZSO, all required qualifications shall be verified per Section 4.7 Instructor Training Jackets.

4.7.10. Vertical Wind Tunnel Instructor Qualification. All VWT instructors must possess a current International Body-Flight Association (IBFA) certification or comparable qualification certification. VWT instructors shall maintain their currency qualification, at the contractors expense, throughout the life of the contract.

4.7.11. Safety

Training Safety. Safety in all training events shall be paramount. The contractor shall comply with applicable USPA and FAA and OSHA safety instructions and standards governing parachute training. The contractor shall maintain appropriate safety instructions and qualification standards in accordance with OPNAVINST 5100.23F Navy Occupational Safety and Health Program Manual. Access to these instructions and all other military reference material listed may be obtained through the MLO/CM.

Equipment Safety. All parachute systems and equipment shall be authorized for Navy Use (ANU) for safety-of-use, stored in accordance with Section 6.1 Contractor Storage Facilities and all governing instructions. All FF instructor parachute systems must comply with all governing USPA and FAA certification and safety guidelines.

Aircraft Requirements. Contractor will operate and maintain jump aircraft in accordance with Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) part 135 or maintain a waiver IAW (FAR) part 91 and keep on file as directed by DoD Directive 4500.53(waiver authority). In addition, for training safety, the contractor shall notify the COR or the MLO of any Government (non-student) personnel boarding the contractor’s aircraft in support of this training 24 hours in advance.

Mishaps. Safety and training related problems and mishaps shall be addressed immediately to the designated MLO or CM. A formal written report shall be provided to the MLO or CM within 2 working days of the incident. In the event of a fatality or mishap the contracted instructor staff will not release any statements to the media or give out any personnel information. That is the responsibility of the NSWC PAO and will be handled accordingly.

Risk Controls. The high-risk designation of parachute training courses requires implementation of risk controls. As a minimum the following shall be required:

(d) Emergency Action Plan (EAP) shall be developed for the training location and shall be submitted to the MLO, with a copy to the COR prior to commencement of training. Guidance for development of the plan can be found in OPNAVINST 1500.75. In addition, the Government may conduct procedural walk throughs and fully exercise the EAP to validate the contractor’s plan. These reviews shall be on an unscheduled basis, with contactor participation and conducted without any delays to the schedule.

5.0 Government Furnished: Government furnished information and equipment (GFI/GFE) will be provided to the contractor to support the instruction of the Navy courses identified herein at the place of performance. The GFI/GFE will consist of the applicable Training Course Control Documents (TCCD, approved NPC curriculum, and parachute training equipment in accordance with the GFE list.

5.1. Personnel - Agency to provide support. The MLO or CM will provide and/or coordinate the delivery/receipt of all GFI/GFE in support of the course of instruction. Return of GFI/GFE shall be coordinated with the MLO or CM upon completion of contractor performance or as directed by the Procuring Contracting Officer (PCO).

5.2. Equipment - The Government will provide to the Contractor as GFE the parachute systems and equipment stated in Attachment 4 – Government Furnished Equipment (GFE).

5.3. Training Material – The Government will provide the contractor with the approved TCCD, lesson plans, trainee guide, test plans, instructional medial materials (IMM), and evolution brief sheets as Attachment 2.

5.3.1. Curriculum – materials include all documents required for the presentation of information and the development of skills in formal school training. It is the responsibility of the NPC MLO and CM to ensure the contractor has been provided with the most current curriculum and instructional materials outlined in Attachment 2 – Training Course Control Document (TCCD) for Navy Parachute Course (NPC). The contractor is responsible for knowing the content of this material and will ensure only the approved curriculum is being presented. The Training Course Control Document (TCCD) provides the Terminal Objectives (TO) and Enabling Objectives (EO), Course Master Schedule (CMS) by Unit and Lesson Topic, instructor ratios, and the Resource Requirements List. This document is the central controlling document for all other curriculum materials. The Lesson Plan (LP) provides the instructor with guidelines from which to teach. Each Lesson Topic outlines in detail, TO/EO, instructor preparation, required training materials, and instructional media materials (IMM) in the form of presentations, videos and demonstrations. The Trainee Guide (TG) supports instruction for the individual student. The TG contains Lesson Topics, TO/EO, photos and diagrams in an outline that mirrors the LP. The Evolution Brief Sheet (EBS) contains all the information, equipment and support needed to conduct a safe and efficient training evolution. Test plans include all quizzes, knowledge and performance tests and grading/weighting criteria.

5.4. Facilities Contractor access to military or Government facilities as required.

5.4.1. The only parachutes that would be packed on vendor site are the student’s main free-fall parachute. All other parachutes; SF10, MC-6, T11R, MT2-XX reserve, as well as scheduled and unscheduled maintenance will be performed in San Diego at ATC loft facilities.

5.5. Oxygen Systems Maintenance/Repair - The Government shall be responsible for the aircraft installation, rigging, maintenance, repair, and charging of all government furnished oxygen equipment that is issued to individual students during the training convening. Contractor will provide a seat for an oxygen safety technician onboard the aircraft for jumps above 13,000 MSL.

6.0 Vendor Furnished: The contractor shall provide fully qualified and equipped instructors who demonstrate experience in military parachute training, and have the requisite background, along with support services as designated in the contract. Support services consist of aircraft, flight crew, students’ transportation for jump and wind tunnel operations, emergency vehicles, and emergency medical support required for training.

The contractor’s facilities shall accommodate quality of life for both male and female students to include hot and cold running water, bathroom facilities with septic/sewage, electricity, and a MLO office with air conditioning, dedicated phone, and internet access. Contractor will provide a classroom with enough audio/video equipment to properly brief and debrief students. Contractor will provide access to catering (i.e. food truck to include food preparation area) to support the total number of students on-site. Contractor will provide adequate on-site parking to accommodate class throughput. Contractor will provide a footprint at the training site large enough to accommodate a 20’oxygen filling station to include access to electrical use. Contractor will also provide a 320sf secure work space with access to internet and electrical power for the PMQAR.

Contractor will also provide a tower large enough to accommodate the hanging of all parachute systems provided as GFE and staffing to conduct “chute shakeout” of all parachute systems used. Parachutes used during jump operations will be shaken out by the end of the jump day before being turned back in. (Tower shall be approximately 60’ tall.)

6.1 Contractor Storage Facilities. In accordance with Section 4.7.11 Safety, the Contractor shall provide adequate storage facilities for the GFE throughout the basic contract period of performance. All Static Line parachute systems, including reserve systems, will be provided to the contractor each training day, requiring no storage facilities of the contractor. All Free Fall parachute systems, including the reserve systems, will be provided to the contractor at the commencement of each convening and is to be stored by the contractor each training day, until course completion. Stored parachute assemblies that are packed ready for issue (RFI) will be stored in a secure manner inaccessible to unauthorized personnel. RFI parachutes will be secured with two layers of security. The first layer of security is the contractor’s storage facility and the second layer is the RFI parachute storage rooms or approved embark containers as long as the identified containers have the ability to be locked.

Contractor must provide a storage facility that meets all requirements in the OPNAV 3501.225 (series) instruction. This storage facility must be environmentally controlled and inaccessible to non-government designated personnel while the GFE is stored at the training site. The storage facility must have a room or storage cupboards/lockers that can be secured independent of the building. Lockers will be steel, open-mesh, ventilated lockers with the capability to be locked. Locks shall be changeable combination in style. Only the student or government designated personnel will have access to his parachute system while at the training site.

Contractor shall strictly control access to the RFI Parachute Storage Rooms. Only ATC Commanding Officer designated personnel will have authorized unescorted access to the parachute storage rooms. It will be the responsibility of the ATC PMQAR to ensure this storage room is secured at the beginning and end of the training day. The Government will be responsible for transporting all systems (daily for the Static Line course and at the beginning and end of the convening for Free Fall) to and from the contractor’s site to NSWATC.

Parachutes shall not be stored directly over hot water pipes, heating apparatus, or in direct sunlight. The temperature should range between 70-75 degrees F and no more than 60-70% humidity at all times (24 hrs. a day).

Contractor shall strictly control access to the RFI Parachute Storage Room(s). Only NSWATC Commanding Officer designated personnel will have authorized unescorted access to the parachute storage room(s). It will be the responsibility of the NSWATC PMQAR to ensure this storage room is secured at the beginning and end of each training day.

NOTE: At any time during the solicitation phase, the Government reserves the right to conduct a site visit of any and all contractor facilities. Upon contract award the Government reserves the right to conduct site visits of the contractor’s facilities. NSW ATC requires the ability to access all GFE located at the contractor’s facilities 24 hours a day/365 days a year.

6.2. Vertical Wind Tunnel (VWT). Contractor shall provide a VWT training facility to accommodate Military Free Fall training requirements.

6.3. Personnel – As per Attachment 2 - Training Course Control Document (TCCD).

6.4. Equipment –

6.4.1. Jumpsuits: One for every individual exiting an aircraft.

6.4.2. HD Video: One 720 HD video camera/recorder or better per instructor

6.4.3. Ramp and door exit capable aircraft

6.4.4. All-terrain vehicle (ATV) emergency vehicle capable of transporting driver and litter

6.4.5. Street legal covered four wheel drive emergency response vehicle.

6.4.6. Transportation for students to and from DZ, pack shed, and flight line.

6.4.7. Vendor employee free fall equipment.

6.4.7.1. parachute systems, complete (1 per instructor)

6.4.7.2. Altimeter (1 per instructor)

6.4.7.3. Jump helmet (1 per instructor)

6.4.7.4. Camera system (1 per instructor)

6.4.8. Storage device as needed for contractor parachute storage.

6.4.9 Static line training apparatuses with equivalent specifications as those at the Fort Benning GA airborne school (see Attachment 9).

6.4.8.1. PLF pit

6.4.8.2. Swing landing trainer

6.4.8.3. Lateral drift apparatus

6.4.8.4. Drag area

6.4.8.5. Hanging harness

6.4.8.6. Ramp and side door mock up

6.5.0 Helmet, Future Assault Shell Technology (FAST) Base Jump Military

· 30 x Size M; Black

· 30 x Size L; Black

· 30 x Size XL; Black

6.5.1 FAST O2 SINGLE STRAP KIT

· 50 x O2 Single Strap Kit (FAST)

6.5.2 Replacement Fit band with Chinstrap and Hardware

· 30 x Size S/M; Black

· 30 x Size M/L; Black

· 30 x Size L/XL; Black

6.6 Equipment Maintenance –

6.6.1 Parachute rigging, packing, and repair support: The contractor shall be responsible for any and all maintenance associated with the Navy Parachute Course Static Line (A 431-0135) and Freefall (A 431-0136) under this contract. All maintenance performed by the contractor will be under the direct supervision of an Active Duty Primary Military Quality Assurance Representative (PMQAR) as stipulated in the OPNAV 3501.225 (series) instruction. The PMQAR will have ultimate authority to approve any/all maintenance needed. ATC will be allowed flexibility within 24 hours’ notice, without penalty, providing PMQAR oversight due to manning limitations inherent to the Navy and military as a whole. This maintenance shall include but is not limited to: rigging jumper equipment, packing main and reserve parachutes, placing-in-service new parachute systems or parachute system parts, and repairs as deemed necessary by the PMQAR. The contractor shall also be responsible for all rework required on the GFE due to Safety of Use bulletins (SOUM), Marine Work Orders (MWO) or at any time the Government deems a repair or modification as necessary for the safety of the students. It is solely the responsibility of the contractor to keep all parachute systems supplied to the NPC in a Ready For Issue status regardless of course convening dates. Each parachute system in use by the government has a service and shelf life. At no time shall the contractor use a parachute or parachute component that has reached these final strike dates. The contractor will adhere to the repack cycles listed in the NAVSEA MP No. 1170417BB-781-D-O-M.1 -1170417BB-781-D-O-M.110 (series) maintenance plans. All rigging, packing PIS and repairs of GFE parachute systems shall be performed at NSWATC. Rigging, packing, PIS, and repair will be in accordance with all applicable NAVSEA SS400 maintenance manuals and all applicable Army type maintenance (TM) publications as well as all Government standards governing parachute training (Section 2.0). The Government will provide the necessary packing and repair tools and equipment (i.e. sewing machines, etc.) packing areas, tables and storage facilities, (per Section 2.10) at NSWATC for the contractor’s use during the packing and repairing of the parachute systems. In addition to the parachute packing of all systems used in the Free Fall and and Static Line courses of instruction, the contractor will provide Quality Assurance Inspection (QAI) duties as pack-in-process inspections on all Free Fall student main systems packed during the training convening at the contractor’s site only by personnel qualified as specified in this PWS. The QAI service will be performed at a ratio of 1 QAI to 5 students. For all (non-student packed) parachute systems (used in the Free Fall and Static Line COI), including the reserve systems, the contractor shall provide parachute packing/repair services (parachute rigging, packing and repair services). The packing/repair services shall be performed at NSWATC, under the direct technical oversight of an on-site NSWATC rigger. Quality Assurance Inspections (QAI) of all non-student packed systems used during all training courses of instruction, including reserve systems will be performed by Government personnel. All P.I.S. and parachute repack cycles, as well as all scheduled/non-scheduled maintenance will be coordinated and managed by the NSWATC Master Rigger and QAI Qualified Loft Supervisor. The overall decision to place any parachute system as Ready for Issue (RFI) or Not Ready for Issue (NRFI) will be made by a NSWATC SOPR QAI qualified representative. The ATC PMQAR (NSWATC) has final authority for a parachute system’s status designation. Active Duty SOPR QAI Qualified personnel will be available from 0800 to 1630, Monday through Friday, excluding Federal Holidays, and only while the NPC COI is ongoing unless there are circumstances such as those outlined below. The contractor shall repack or return all required parachute systems, or GFE for static line training to an RFI state within 20 days of the static line course completion date.