Attachment 1 - Performance Work Statement.docx

Naval Special Warfare Group FOUR, TRADET FOUR Performance Boat Course of Instruction (COI)

1. BACKGROUND:

1.1 Naval Special Warfare Group FOUR (NSWG-4), TRADET FOUR requires contractor support in obtaining a Performance Boat COI. The COI will provide Special Warfare Combatant-craft Crewmen with advanced techniques in operating combat craft assault (CCA) from instructors that compete in the World Championship Offshore circuit to teach advanced performance boating techniques in various sea-states.

2. OBJECTIVE:

2.1 Advance Maritime Operator's capabilities in performance boat handling and maneuvering in various sea state open water and enclosed marinas. Refine and utilize performance boat handling techniques and procedures at speeds up to 90 MPH.

2.2 This is a "non-personal services contract" as defined in FAR 37.101. It is, therefore, understood and agreed that Contractor and/or Contractor's employees: (1) shall perform the services specified herein as independent contractors, not as employees of the Government; (2) shall be responsible for their own management and administration of the work required and bear sole responsibility for complying with any and all technical, schedule, or financial requirements or constraints associated with performance of this contract; (3) shall be free from supervision or control by any Government employee with respect to the manner or method or performance of the services specified; but (4) shall, pursuant to the Government's right and obligation to inspect, accept or reject the work, comply with such general direction of the Contracting Officer (KO), or the duly authorized representative of the KO as is necessary to ensure accomplishment of the contract objectives.

3. SCOPE:

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3.1 The Contractor shall provide the personnel, management, materials, and equipment (not otherwise provided by the government) to conduct a Performance Boating COI which will include classroom, high-speed underway maneuvering, and pier handling.

3.2 The Contractor shall provide instructors that compete in the World Championship Offshore circuit to teach advanced performance boating techniques in various sea-states on NSW owned CCAs.

4. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

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4.1 The contractor shall provide the following requirements for a five (5) day COI to train up to 20 students on performance boat operations in marinas and open water:

4.1.1 Contractor shall provide three (3) qualified Performance Boat instructors:

4.1.1.1 Instructor qualification defined as: Official ranking in World Champion Offshore circuit as driver and/or throttle men on a similar, high speed, type of craft in the course of instruction (CCA).

4.1.2 Instruction material to be covered:

4.1.2.1 Boat hull construction and hydrodynamics concept and theory with an emphasis on hull designs to include hull characteristics, lifting and hull ventilation.

4.1.2.2 Engine and drive characteristics with an emphasis on engine power and drive combinations to include engine load management and gas vs diesel throttle response.

4.1.2.3 High-speed wheel and power management (throttling techniques) in various sea states.

4.1.2.4 Craft trim and drive settings changes for efficiency/performance of craft.

4.1.2.5 Weight considerations and management on boat handling and maneuvering.

4.1.2.6 Sea state and wave theory with an emphasis on how to observe and react to waves and water conditions.

4.1.2.7 Helm (wheel) manipulation with an emphasis on inputs and the effects.

4.1.2.8 Formation driving techniques and considerations.

4.1.2.9 Safe boat operations in pier handling and alongside formations.

4.1.2.10 Multiple craft maneuverability in close operating conditions.

4.1.2.11 Practical application of instruction material identified in paragraphs 4.1.2.1 through 4.1.2.10

4.1.3 Government will provide suitable classroom facilities in Virginia Beach, Virginia.

4.1.4 Government will provide CCAs for all underway portions of the COI.

5. CONTRACTOR TRAVEL:

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5.1 All travel shall be in accordance with FAR 31.205-46 and applicable travel regulations (Joint, Federal, or Standardized). If requested by the Government, the 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 when requested may result in loss of reimbursement of travel expenses.

6. SECURITY:

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6.1 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.

6.2 All contractor personnel are required to be citizens of the United States.

6.3 Non-Disclosure

6.4 Neither the Contractor nor any of their employees shall disclose or cause to be disseminated any information concerning the operations of the activity, which could result in or increase the likelihood of the possibility of a breach of the activity's security or interrupt the continuity of its operations.

6.5 Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)

6.6 Unclassified information related to this acquisition is considered Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). The contractor shall not release to anyone outside the Contractor's organization any unclassified information, regardless of medium (e.g., film, tape, document, contractor's external website, newspaper, magazine, journal, corporate annual report, etc.), pertaining to any part of this contract or any program related to this contract, unless the Contracting Officer has given prior written approval. Furthermore, any release of information which associates USSOCOM, Special Operation Forces (SOF), or any component command with an acquisition program, contractor, or this contract is prohibited unless specifically authorized by USSOCOM.

6.7 Request for approval shall identify the specific information to be released, the medium to be used, and the purpose for the release. The contractor shall submit the request to the Contracting Officer at least 45 days before the proposed date for release for approval. No release of any restricted information shall be made without specific written authorization by the Contracting Office.

6.8 The protection of sensitive but unclassified data reflecting Special Operations technologies, personnel, plans, and business associations requires due diligence on the part of those in possession of such information. The application of appropriate security measures to ensure the safekeeping of USSOCOM and company proprietary data, intellectual property, and personnel data is the responsibility of all parties who have access to such information. All contractors supporting USSOCOM are required to inform the Contracting Officer within three business days of when there has been a breach or successful penetration of the contractor's network(s) or information system(s). Breaches include unauthorized intrusions of the contractor's server(s) from external parties whether through introduction of malware, hacking, the compromise of access passwords, or any other unauthorized access or compromise. Breaches also include the physical loss of storage media such and disks, hard drives, thumb drives, laptops or other devices which contain duplicates of information contained on the contractor's data systems, or the willful or accidental transmission, copying or posting of contract information which has not been specifically authorized by the Contracting Officer. Estimates of damage and mitigation strategies will be submitted to the Contracting Officer within a period following the breach specified and agreed upon by the Contractor and the Contracting Officer.

6.9 The Contractor further understands that Title 18 USC Section 701 specifically prohibits the use of the USSOCOM/NSW emblem or logo in any medium (e.g., corporate website, marketing brochure, newspaper, magazine, etc.) unless authorized in writing by USSOCOM. Forward any request to use the USSOCOM emblem or logo through the Contracting Officer.

7. SAFETY:

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7.1 Contractor 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 below.

7.2 Contractor Responsibility:

7.2.1 The Contractor will have the authority to stop any training being provided when he or she determines that the safety of students, contractor employees or other personnel are at risk.

7.2.2 Nothing in the Statement of work, 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, and the general public; Furthermore, nothing in this PWS 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.

7.3 Risk Controls:

7.3.1 This training is categorized as High Risk in accordance with Instruction 1500.1. As such, an Operational Risk Assessment and the implementation of risk controls are required for this training event.

7.3.2 The government will ensure a certified medic is on station at each training event and there is a designated vehicle identified to support CASEVAC.

7.4 Mishaps:

7.4.1 The Government process must be in place that will ensure any mishaps are reported, investigated, and recorded. This information will be input into the Web Enabled Safety System (WESS) by the Government.

7.4.2 Safety and training related problems or mishaps involving or observed by the contractor shall be addressed immediately to the designated training controller. A formal written report shall be prepared and submitted to the Safety Officer or Government POP within 2 working days of the incident.

8. QUALITY CONTROL:

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8.1 Contractor shall implement and maintain a Quality Control Plan (QCP) to ensure all work performed conforms to the scope of work and meets the requirements under this Performance Work Statement (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.

8.2 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.

9. QUALITY ASSURANCE:

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9.1 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 described below are conducted in an objective, fair and consistent manner.

9.2 Customer Complaint Surveillance. This action occurs when the government representative observes a deficiency. Examples include evidence from accidents, incidents, or delays. Regardless of where in the line-of-duty, if the government representative observes contractual procedures not being followed, he/she has an obligation to document and report the deficiency to the Contracting Officer. In response, both the Contract Manager and the complainant will be notified of the Government's response to the complaint.

10. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE:

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10.1 Classroom training shall be conducted on NSW Group FOUR’s compound. Practical application training shall be conducted in the vicinity of Virginia Beach, VA in the open ocean or Chesapeake Bay.

11. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE:

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11.1 Training is from 30 September – 04 October 2024.