ICD 705_PWS_8 January 2025.pdf

Performance Work Statement for

ICD 705 Physical Security Training

1.0 Scope. This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for ICD 705 Physical Security Training, requested by the HQ ACC A/5/8ZN.

2.0 Introduction. The ICD-705 Physical Security course consists of the construction requirements for building and maintaining a Secure Compartmented Information Facility and Special Access Program Facility (SCIF/SAPF).

2.1 The Government POC for this course is Mr. Wayne M. Smith (MAJCOM GSSO, GS-14) wayne.smith.35@us.af.mil 757-574-4237 and the Government Project Manager for this is Lt Col Shaun M. Germain (MAJCOM Project Manager) shaun.germain.1@us.af.mil 757-574- 7374. This class with have 100-120 participants.

3.0 Description of Services. The Contractor shall provide all travel, labor, tools, materials, parts, equipment, and personnel as required to teach the ICD 705 Physical Security training course at the HQ ACC A5/8ZN Nelis AFB Conference room (6155 McGough St, Nellis AFB, NV 89191).The Period of Performance (PoP) is Monday Aug 26th 2024 through Thursday Aug 29th 2024 From 0800 until 1500.

3.1 Course Length. The Contractor is tasked with designing an ICD 705 course that spans no more than 40 hours of instruction, to be conducted within a four-day timeframe. It is recommended that the Contractor allocate a lunch break of 60–90 minutes, depending on the availability of meal services at the course location.

Additionally, the Contractor must include necessary breaks during instruction, ensuring they do not exceed 15 minutes for every one (1) hour of instruction.

3.2 Target Audiences. HQ ACC/A5/8ZN will have 100-120 individuals attending this class.

3.3 Course Content. The Contractor is entrusted with delivering top-tier course content, tailored in collaboration with the Government to meet the specific requirements of the target audience as outlined in paragraph 3.2, while remaining aligned with the principles and objectives detailed in section 2.0, Introduction. Given the critical role of these courses in national security, the Contractor's delivery directly contributes to safeguarding Classified National Security Information (CNSI), Special Access Programs (SAP), and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) against unauthorized access, inadvertent disclosure, and compromising emanations.

Additionally, the Contractor must integrate Adult Learning principles, incorporating Visual, Auditory, and Kinesthetic learning modalities to ensure effective knowledge transfer.

3.3.1 In their initial bid, the Contractor must outline how they will seamlessly integrate Principles of Adult Learning into their instructional systems design. Moreover, a minimum of 10% of the course curriculum should incorporate Kinesthetic learning methods, supplemented by a substantial array of visual aids to bolster the curriculum.

3.3.2 The Contractor is encouraged to enlist subject matter experts (SMEs) from diverse functional backgrounds, including those with expertise in SCIF/SAPF project management, construction, and contracting. The Contractor must detail how insights from various SME perspectives will be integrated into the instructional systems mailto:wayne.smith.35@us.af.mil mailto:shaun.germain.1@us.af.mil design/course.

3.3.3 To facilitate understanding, the Contractor must structure the course content logically, guiding participants from overarching concepts to intricate details.

3.3.4 The Contractor must comprehensively cover all relevant aspects of SCIF/SAPF planning, design, concept approval, construction security, and associated accreditation processes and requirements.

3.3.4.1 Instruction should encompass the purpose and scope of all ICD 705 accreditation artifacts, ranging from pre-construction checklists to Concept Approval, Construction Security Plans, Fixed Facility Checklists, and TEMPEST checklists.

3.3.4.2 The Contractor must provide comprehensive visual information on SCIF/SAPF planning and design adhering to ICD 705 standards, including the selection and deployment of security controls, safeguards, and equipment such as doors, walls, ceilings, cabling, Access Control Systems (ACS), Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), and acoustic protection. Additionally, relevant aspects of the UFC 4- 010-05 and other applicable Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) should be incorporated as needed to deepen instruction.

3.3.4.3 Instruction should cover fundamental concepts crucial for the successful completion of required ICD 705 artifacts, encompassing Analytical Risk Management, Security-in-Depth (SID), Acoustic Protection, Intrusion Detection Systems, Access Control, telecommunications, and construction criteria outlined in the Technical Specification.

3.3.5 The Contractor should provide general information on Department of Defense Minimum Antiterrorism (AT) Standards for Buildings per UFC 4-010-05, encompassing determinants of applicability, primary references, and select concepts such as Stand-off Distance, facilitating the integration of AT considerations into SCIF/SAPF builds.

3.3.6 To ensure quality assurance as delineated in section 4.2, the Government may collect student feedback to evaluate and monitor Contractor performance concerning course content.

3.4 Student Course Materials.

3.4.1 The Contractor shall provide electronic copies of training materials (e.g., notetakers, handouts) to each student. These materials must be easily accessible and readable, including graphics, with a font size of 11 or larger, and must align with the flow of any presented slides.

3.3.2 To support quality assurance (4.2), the Government will gather student feedback to assess and monitor the Contractor's performance regarding the quality and delivery of electronic course materials.

3.5 Course Delivery, Instruction, & Feedback.

3.5.1 The Contractor shall conduct the in-person course at Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada, as per the agreement with the Government.

3.5.2 The Contractor shall provide high-quality instruction to meet the PWS requirements.

3.5.2.1 At least two experienced instructors with subject matter expertise in ICD 705-related areas shall be provided for each course offering, as identified in section 3.3.2. Evidence of this requirement shall be provided with the initial bid (it can be as basic as a resume or written paragraph on the instructors’ backgrounds), and 30 calendar days prior to course start upon change of primary instructor(s). All instructors are expected to actively participate and instruct during the training.

3.5.2.2 The Contractor is encouraged to enlist experienced instructors or subject matter experts from diverse functional backgrounds to support well-rounded course delivery and instruction. This may include individuals with expertise in Project Management with SCIF/SAPF experience, SCIF/SAPF Contractors/Builders, and Contracting.

3.5.3 The Contractor shall maintain daily attendance records by having students sign-in at the beginning of each day and after lunch. Emergency contact information for course attendees must be collected at the start of the course. In the event a course attendee is unaccounted for after 2 hours from the daily course start time or lunch break return, the Contractor shall promptly notify the Government POC. Additionally, the Contractor shall provide an administrative overview at the start of the course, covering essential information such as restroom locations, emergency exits, inclement weather procedures, and food services. When the Government provides the training location, the Contractor will coordinate with the Government POC to obtain the necessary administrative information.

3.5.4 Upon successful completion of the course, the Contractor shall issue professional certificates to each student. These certificates may be issued in hard-copy or digital format. The Contractor must provide the Government POC with digital certificates or copies of hard-copy certificates within 3 business days of the course conclusion. All certificates provided must be individual PDFs and include the students’ names in the title.

3.5.5 The Contractor should facilitate opportunities for students to provide feedback on the course.

3.6 Government Program Management. The Government personnel overseeing specific sites will facilitate access to all necessary technical data to fulfill approved tasks. Only the Government Program Manager(s) are authorized to review and approve contract deliverables, in collaboration with the Government Contracting Officer. If access is required, the Contractor shall coordinate with the designated Government personnel for appropriate arrangements.

3.6.1 The overall program management responsibilities for this effort resides with the following office:

• HQ ACC A5/8ZN

3.6.2 The Government POC will provide the contracting company with base visitor and parking passes as required for each day. The Contractor will comply with all government insulation rules and regulations and will provide all information required for obtain a base visitor and parking pass.