M00681-20-R-9999-001.pdf

M0068120R9999

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

Except as provi ded herei n, all t erms and condit ions of t he document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remai ns unchanged and in ful l force and effect .

15A. NAME AND TIT LE OF SIGNER (Type or print)

30-105-04EXCEPTION TO SF 30

APPROVED BY OIRM 11-84

ST ANDARD FORM 30 (Rev. 10-83) Prescr ibed by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

The purpose of this amendment is to answ er questions recieved f rom the solicitation. This amendment w ill also:

1. Update prior aw arded price w ithinin Addendum 52.212-1.

2. Update reference MCO 3501.10A to 3501.1E.

3. Remove FAR Clause 52.219-9.

4. Add DD254 to PWS post aw ard.

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8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., Street, Count y, Stat e and Zip Code) X M0068120R9999

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11. THIS IT EM ONLY APPLIES T O AMENDMENT S OF SOLICITATIONS

X The above numbered soli cit ati on i s amended as set forth in It em 14. The hour and date specified for rece ipt of Offer is ext ended, X is not extended.

Offer must acknowl edge rece ipt of t his amendment pri or to the hour and date specified in the sol ici tat ion or as amended by one of t he fol lowing methods:

(a) By compl eti ng Items 8 and 15, and returning copi es of the amendment ; (b) By acknowledgi ng recei pt of thi s amendment on each copy of t he offer submit ted;

or (c) By s epara te let ter or t elegram whi ch i ncludes a refe rence t o t he s olic ita tion and amendment numbers . FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE P LACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS P RIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SP ECIFIED MAY RESULT IN

REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of thi s amendment you desire t o change an offer already submit ted, s uch change may be made by t elegram or let ter, provided each t elegram or l ett er makes re ference to the sol ici tat ion and this amendment , and is received prior to the openi ng hour and dat e speci fi ed.

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13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS.

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORT H IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE

CONT RACT ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

B. T HE ABOVE NUMBERED CONT RACT /ORDER IS MODIFIED T O REFLECT THE ADMINIST RATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.) SET FORT H IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO T HE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(B).

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E. IMPORTANT: Contract or is not, is required to sign this document and return copies t o the issuing office.

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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Solicitation: M0068120R9999 Title of Requirement: I MEF EOTG

Questions Answers 1 Has the reference (i) MCO 3501.10A Marine Corps

Combat Readiness Evaluation System (MCCRES);

Volume DC, Marine Expeditionary Unit-Special Operations Capable (MEU (SOC)) Units: Selected Maritime Special Purpose Operations been superseded by MCO 3501.1E (MARINE CORPS COMBAT READINESS EVALUATION (MCCRE) dtd 25Feb2019?

Yes. Amendment to reflect correct current reference MCO 3501.1E.

2 Tactical Recovery of Aircraft and Personnel (TRAP) Course and Certification Exercise states the " ...

integrate to conduct scenario based field training."

Will the vendor be required to develop the scenarios or are they off the shelf?

The vendor will not be required to develop the scenarios. Scenarios are developed by G-7 active duty personnel across our S-2 and training branches.

3 Will the Vendor be required to develop the exercise design products or are they off the shelf? Also will the vendor have any time at sea with the ARG/MEU?

Exercise design is developed by the active duty staff. Vendor will be exposed to limited sea time for VBSS operations during MIT, and the two at sea exercise periods (ARGMEU EX, COMPTUEX)

4 Is there a requirement for cultural role players in these integrated scenarios?

Role players may be implemented into some training scenarios based on availability and necessity; the vendor will not be responsible for providing cultural role players.

5 Will the vendor be required to augment the EOTG ExCon?

Yes. The vendor’s responsibility is to augment EOTG ExCon as we usually have site teams, comprised of both EOTG band vendor personnel, at all training locations facilitating exercise control.

6 SESAMS is mentioned. Will ITESS-2 be utilized within this PWS and if so what will be the Vendors requirement to support ITESS 2 usage?

No and No

7 Is the MCTIMS training update a unit commander responsibility or will the contractor be required to access MCTIMS to update MCTIMS Unit Training modules?

Vendor will NOT be required to access MCTIMS to update unit training modules.

8 Will the contractor be required to clean/sanitize to meet DoD (or MCB) COVID-19 cleaning standards to meet the requirement to ensure that classrooms are cleaned and left in good working order upon completion of Program of Instruction (POIs)?

Cleaning supplies, disinfectants, and hygiene supplies will be procured by the Government;

vendors will be require to abide by all installation COVID-19 mitigation procedures.

This will entail vendor assistance in sanitizing training sites, classrooms, etc. The vendor will need to supply face coverings for its personnel.

9 This procurement is set-aside for SDVOBs. Request removal of FAR 52.219-9, Small Business Subcontracting Plan, since FAR 52.219-9 is not applicable to small businesses.

Will remove clause 52.219-9.

10 Please confirm personnel will be required to access classified information in support of this effort and must "possess an active US Secret Clearance."

Confirmed.

11 This paragraph states that applicable security regulations are specified in the DD Form 254. A DD254 was not provided as part of the RFP. Will one be provided for review prior to award?

The DD254 will be provided prior to award.

12 The required number of vehicles is not specified.

Historically, how many contractor provided 4x4 vehicles have been provided and/or are required in support of training evolutions?

Historically, the contractor has provided four (4) 4X4 vehicles. There should be sufficient number of vehicles to transport all contractor personnel during performance.

13 Section 9.3 indicates that travel shall be required to execute the services IAW the matrix provided in Section 3.3 and includes 17 potential travel locations.

The matrix in Section 3.3 indicates that travel locations will vary in accordance with location availability, weather, etc. and are not finalized until 3- 4 months prior to the planned iteration. The Firm Fixed Price nature of the contemplated award requires Offerors to account for risks and contingencies stemming from ambiguous requirements while the “Best Value Lowest Price Technically Acceptable” (LPTA) criteria for Offeror selection requires competitive pricing which adequately accounts for costs incurred during the performance of the contract.

To enable adequate competition among qualified offerors, would the Government please consider utilizing a Cost Reimbursable CLIN for Travel costs?

Alternatively, would the Government provide a plug amount for the purposes of estimating travel costs?

ODC Travel CLIN will not be utilized and travel costs will not be separately priced

IAW paragraph 2, are "resumes acceptable" to meet the requirement for all required and certifications identified in PWS section 5.5 (Certificates Required)?

Contractor shall provide both resume of qualified individuals along with copies of required certifications.

15 To meet the requirement for "all required documentation for personnel identified in section PWS 5 (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)," will the Government accept one resume for each instructor type (i.e. 3 total resumes)?

Yes.

18 Given that the American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA) Single Pitch Instructor certification can be accomplished in one week, will the Government accept Advanced Climbing Instructors who meet all other requirements but are willing/able to attend the course?

Yes AMGA SPI certification is not required for any courses immediately following award. However, the vendor must provide a candidate with the other required certifications and who possesses the pre-requisites to attend the course, which are:

You are a Professional Member of the

AMGA.

You have a genuine interest in rock climbing and instructing novices on single pitch crags.

You are at least 18 years old at the time of the course.

You have at least 12 months prior climbing experience.

You are an active climber with traditional lead climbing experience (leader placing pro).

You have led a minimum of 15 traditional rock climbing routes (any grade).

You are capable of comfortably climbing 5.8 while on a top rope

19 Can we assume a 30 day transition period will be allowed?

Yes. There is an anticipated 30-day turnover for this acquisition. There is no anticipated additional CLINs to capture this cost. Proposal is permitted to include alternative CLIN structures in accordance with FAR 52.204-22.

20 Given 3.3 "WK 20" and "WK 21" requires the 3.4 "Instructor: Student Ratio," does the Government agree that the minimum FTE count is 23 FTEs? (min.

2 FTEs (Climbing Instructors) for ACC, min 8 FTEs for CQT, min 2 FTEs (Snipers) for ASC, and min 11 FTEs for COMPTUEX).

Contractor is responsible for determining its workforce in accordance with the performance requirements.

21 Given that all personnel must "Possess an active US Secret Clearance," will the Government require proof of Secret Facility Clearance (FCL) at time of submission?

Yes.

22 Given that "The resulting award will be a Single Award C-type contract," IAW with the FARs and DCAA regulations, will the Government require proof of a DCAA audit at time of submission?

No, DCAA audit will not be required in accordance with FAR 15.403-1(b).

23 Are travel days included in the Duration days shown in this table?

No.

24 Are travel expenses (i.e. airfare, lodging, per diem and rental vehicles) required to be included in the fixed price for each year?

Yes.

25 Do the required qualifications for contractor personnel show that they should meet the professional or management criteria to be exempt from the Service Contract Act (FAR 52.222-41)?

The Service Contract Act is applicable and the equivalent rates for Federal hires do apply.

26 Should the proposed Risk Mitigation Plan include a listing of the proposed personnel with salary ranges to demonstrate the contractor's ability to recruit and retain qualified personnel?

This information is appropriate for inclusion in the offeror’s Risk Mitigation Plan, but is not required.

27 Are the CQT class sizes consistent at 32 students or what might the max student load be?

50 Students Max.

28 Is the MEU Ground Interop capped at 32 students or what might the max student load be?

Ground InterOp is collective training and there is no cap. Normally 80-100 participants; however, those requiring contracted training support remains 32-50 (max).

29 In addition to the 8 hours training shifts listed, are contractor personnel required to spend additional time to set-up and prepare the range (setting up targets, sound systems, conducting safety)

Yes, during CQT, MIT, Urban R&S, and pre-deployment events, certain days require (1) hour prior to training setup/briefs and (1) hour post of breakdown/debriefs.

30 Presuming FAR 52.215-1 applies; may we mark the title and applicable pages with the FAR paragraph (e) disclosure Statements?

FAR 52.215-1 is not applicable due to the commerciality of the requirement identified under 52.212-1.

31 The paragraph states the contract value as $7,484,424.02 – however – the Federal Procurement Data System documents $8,236,599.82 (2/14/2016 through 2/13/2020); can you please confirm the correct total contract value?

The total contract value was $8,236,599.82; will amend to correct price.

32 The 2MB limitation on each e-mail attachment may not suffice; with a 10MB max e-mail size, can you please clarify this restriction (e.g. limit your e-mails to no more than 7MB each (less than 10MB)?

Limit each email to 8MB.

33 Table 1 Proposal Organization dictates a Section Number for the Cover Letter, etc.

such that in Volume I for example, the Table of Contents would be Section 1.2 in its own Table of Contents. Will the Gov’t accept a Cover Letter, Master Table of Contents, Volume Table of Contents, and allow the offeror to number the Volume sections and paragraphs with the typical 1.0, 1.1, etc. (to include the required Org Chart) with Resumes and Certificates as Attachments?

No. For consistency of review of all proposals submitted, adhere to the structure specified within the solicitation.

34 The reference directs that the PII statement should be on all applicable documents;

may a single blanket statement be used at the start of an Attachment with compiled Resume/Certificates, or is the statement required on each and every page?

Single blanket statement is acceptable.

35 Please confirm offerors may use the PPQ as stated in the instructions; that if CPARs are available or provided along with the Government point-of-contact information, completed PPQs are not required?

Yes, if CPARs are available or provided along with the Government point-of-contact information, completed PPQs are not required.

36 Is the requirement for hard copies of all certificates for all proposed instructor staff limited to those listed in PWS 5.5 Certificates Required or are there additional certificates you might require (e.g. any listed in PWS 5.1)?

Contractor must submit hard copies of all certificates required throughout the PWS for all proposed staff.

37 Is there a defined time period for ‘Transition’ (In or Out) and if so, will there be additional CLIN(s) added to recoup this cost (Transition In or Out)?

There is an anticipated 30-day turnover for this acquisition. There is no anticipated additional CLINs to capture this cost. Proposal is permitted to include alternative CLIN structures in accordance with FAR 52.204-22.

38 With travel determined 3-4 months prior to execution of training, and the proposed

July: 0 Aug: 18 days contract start of 14 Jul 2020, can you share the planned travel requirements for July, August, and into September 2020?

Sep: 3 days

***Estimate only; tentative due to COVID impacts***

39 We are under the impression the Service Contract Act (SCA) is not within the current contract. Can you please clarify whether the SCA as well as the equivalent rates for Federal hires, do or do not apply to this contract?

The Service Contract Act is applicable and the equivalent rates for Federal hires do apply.

40 Does the Government require offerors to distinguish between full and part-time employees/instructors?

No.

41 What deliverables in PWS Sections 7.6 through 7.10 are required to be submitted with the proposal vice after award?

None, the deliverables can be provided post award but prior to starting performance.

However, 7.9 is encouraged.

42 Does the Government have and/or can you provide a ‘Minimum Essential Equipment List’ for the ‘required equipment?

Yes prior to award.

43 Is it accurate to say that while the awardee/ contractor will provide specialized training support services, the contractor will NOT be actually generating new content, curriculum, performance standards, etc. (but rather supporting active duty training cadre with pre-defined POI that is mainly already established, as per the Applicable Directives and References in Section 8 of the RFP)? If this is not the case, we have the experience, resources and ability to create any new content or curriculum as needed however, understanding the requirements will help for planning/bid purposes

While the awardee will not be generating new content, curriculum, and performance standards, the contractor/awardee will contribute significantly to after action reports, which may ultimately drive new curriculum generation.

44 In terms of internal manning (instructor) requirements throughout the various courses of instruction, minimum safety requirements (student/staff ratios) etc.. is it accurate to say that we should be planning strictly around the charts provided in these sections

The student/staff ratio fluctuates depending on the type of training, time of training, and training audience. STB has approved waivers to conduct high risk training events with adjusted student/staff ratios.

45 If we have instructors with multiple certifications that could in theory cover responsibilities for multiple programs of instruction, is there any way to plan around competing courses or competing requirements (e.g. as shown will Urban R&S always coincide with the assault climbers course during week 1 etc.)

EOTG is restricted in its ability to reduce competing courses/competing requirements as we are largely at the mercy of the MEU deployment/maintenance cycles. The contractor is expected to provide sufficient personnel to cover all training events in accordance with the schedule provided.

46 Will we have input or influence around which blocks are scheduled during certain time periods (i.e., Do we have any control over timing, sequence, and order of training blocks)

No, uniform personnel will provide all updates to the training schedule, most of which will be driven from HHQ. Course scheduling can be manipulated internally to some degree;

contractor suggestions are appreciated and considered, but ultimately decided by uniformed personnel.

47 What is meant by “able to obtain a CAC (i.e. is there a list of requirements associated with this)

To issue or reissue a CAC to a DoD Contractor, the following is required:

1. A record must be created by the Trusted Agent (TA) through the Trusted Associate Sponsorship System (TASS) prior to issuance.

2. DoD Contractor- Two (2) forms of valid unexpired identification, one form MUST be a photo ID.

NOTE: Records for newly-hired contractor employees are typically created between 5 to 7 business days from the start date. For convenience, please call in advance to check if the new record is available in DEERS to issue a

CAC

48 Our firm is composed mostly of veterans and we value the opportunity to provide private sector employment to fellow veterans that are or will be transitioning at some point in the future. As such is it allowable for contractors to 1) allow skills bridge employees to participate on the performance of this contract if those individuals are exploring our company and the greater tactical/training industry as a potential employment opportunity following service and 2) similarly if other active duty personnel have gained approval for outside employment (from the DOD) and are within 12 months of EAS/separation is this allowable (e.g could support weekend training or evening segments etc) 3) If allowable please confirm that there will not be any issue with administrative formalities/ conflicts with parameters of the solicitation (i.e. those individuals will not yet have a dd-214 etc)

All contractor employees that are subject to the ethics rules specified in the Joint Ethics Regulations, OGE Government Ethics Regulations, and other applicable DoD and/or Service ethics policies, must adhere to those rules to avoid conflicts of interest. Contractor personnel subject to those rules/policies should seek an ethics determination by their servicing Ethics Counselor (as delegated by their applicable DAEO) prior to engaging in outside employment for a defense contractor.

49 (e) Maritime Interoperability Training (MIT) Can you please provide more information as to what is involved? The description is broad. Will it involve fires? Combat cargo/offload plan? Maritime policing (counter-piracy)?

2 week VBSS course involving organic MEU/ARG personnel and equipment.

Specifically tailored to MIO while deployed on the MEU. It involves live fire sniper and SESAMS. MIO covers counter-piracy and cargo/offload plans below specific thresholds.

Yes, they will be provided the MIT Letter of Instruction after award which will provide the detailed information; due to time and space factors out of our control the detailed CONOPs varies occasionally from time to time. Adequate info in the PWS sections3.4, 4.0, and 5.0 for vendor to submit a proposal.

50 (d) Support to ATB Training Across which warfighting functions? - ATB goes beyond the warfighting functions such as language training etc. Also some contractors are responsible for coordinating logistics for inbound SMEs. Would that be included?

Historically, mission sets for SPMAGTF’s and TF’s executing the ATB PTP have routinely varied in size, scope, and purpose; therefore, the ability to cover down and provide expertise/evaluation across all warfighting functions is reqiured.

Contractors would NOT be responsible for coordinating logistics for inbound SMEs.

51 Are other branches PME courses acceptable or is only the USMC Sergeant’s courses to only acceptable qualification?

5.1c

Yes Other Branches of Services NCO / E-5 PME courses are applicable.

Can you please list examples of specific courses under each of the categories listed that are acceptable?

52 Are other branches PME courses acceptable or is only the USMC Sergeant’s courses to only acceptable qualification?

Yes, as mentioned in 5.1.b of the PWS, Small unit leadership skills verified by completion of USMC Sergeant’s Course )or higher) PME or other Joint Service, Interagency, or Civilian (e.g.

law enforcement) equivalent leadership course. .

53 Can you please list acceptable courses that are US Army equivalent to the USMC MOS of 0317 Scout/Sniper course?

U.S. Army Sniper Course Ft. Benning, Special Forces Sniper Course (SFSC)

54 Is there a specific timeframe from which the graduate of the Special Operations Advanced Mountaineering Course and the EOTG HRST Master Course must have graduated? i.e.- No more than 10 years from start of training.

No. The only requirement is to have graduated from specified courses. Government will re-certify during the first iteration of HRST post contract award.

55 Historically, the instructor complement has been 14 Full Time Equivalents of work. Can the Government provide the historical breakdown of Limited Scale Raid Instructors, Advanced Sniping Instructors, and Advanced Climbing and Recovery Instructors?

Historically, based upon class size and required student-instructor ratio’s, instructor complement has been sourced as follows:

Raid:2 Climbing:1 Sniper Instructors:2

CQT/VBSS: 7

R&S: 1

56 The PWS indicates that all contracts must possess an active SECRET clearance but does not provide guidance/specifications for the offeror to have a designated Facility Clearance. Is there a Facility Clearance required and if so, would the government be willing to act as a sponsor for that process?

Yes and Yes

57 Has the incumbent “graduated” as a SDVOSB, or will they still be eligible to compete for this follow-on contract?

Small business status of a particular business is not within the authority the contracting office to share or disseminate. This information can be sourced through appropriate channels available to the general public.

SECTION SF 1449 - CONTINUATION SHEET

The following have been modified:

52.212-1 ADDENDUM

52.212-1 ADDENDUM Instructions to Offerors

1. SUMMARY: This is a request for proposal utilizing the procedures of FAR 12 and FAR 15. The resulting award will be a Single Award C-type contract with Firm-Fixed Priced Contract Line Items. This requirement shall provide support to I Marine Expeditionary Force (I MEF) Specialized Training Support Services aboard Marine Corps Base (MCB), Camp Pendleton, California. The period of performance shall be a base period of 7-months and four (4) 12-month option periods.

2. SUBMISSION OF PROPOSALS: Proposals must be received no later than the date and time specified in block #8, page #1 – Pacific Time. Proposals shall be submitted via email. The USMC email system does not accept email messages larger than 10MB and; therefore, multiple emails maybe required if the proposal package email (to include attachments) exceeds 10MB. Please ensure that each email attachment is limited to no more than 2MB. If multiple emails are submitted, please number the emails. For example, “email 1 of 3”, “email 2 of 3”, and “email 3 of 3”.

Proposals shall be emailed to both Jacob Fox (Contract Specialist) at jacob.fox@usmc.mil and Jennifer L. White (Contracting Officer) at jennifer.l.white@usmc.mil.

*** MAILED and FAXED PROPOSALS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED*** ***CDs / External Media Devices WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED*** ***Hand-carried submissions WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED***

All email transmissions must clearly state the solicitation number and name of the contract specialist on the first page to ensure proper receipt.

Proposals shall be submitted using a page size of 8.5 inches x 11 inches. The Government’s formatting is as follows:

(1) pages be double-sided, single-spaced and have at least double spacing between paragraphs, and (2) Times New Roman 12-point font is utilized except for figures, tables, and diagrams where smaller point font is acceptable as long as it is readable.

The Government office designated for receipt of the proposal is the email inbox of the addressees indicated above.

Notwithstanding the provisions at FAR 52.212-1(f), delivery is not accomplished until the addressees can open the email. Delivery to a server or an email inbox on a server is not considered delivery to the designated Government office and the proposal is not under the Government’s control until the addressees can open the email. The email shall not be considered to be delivered unless the entire content of the email and all attachments can be read by the addressees indicated above. Receipt of an electronic acknowledgment from the addressee establishes that a record was received but does not establish that the content sent corresponds to the content received. Offerors are specifically warned that email may be subjected to spam filters or attachment stripping.

Attention is directed to FAR 52.212-1(f), concerning late submissions. Offerors are responsible for allowing adequate time for transmission to be completed. The Offeror bears the risk of non-receipt of transmissions, and should ensure that all pages of the proposal (and any authorized modifications) have been received by the designated office before the deadline indicated. Pages of a transmission that arrive after the deadline will not be considered.

The Government may make award based solely on the initial proposals received. However, pursuant to FAR 52.212-1, the Government reserves the right to conduct discussions if later determined by the Contracting Officer to be necessary.

1. PERIOD OF ACCEPTANCE OF OFFERS: The pricing terms and condition of the offer shall be valid for at least 90 days unless a longer time is stated otherwise in the offer.

2. QUESTIONS CONCERNING THE SOLICITATION: Questions must be submitted by email to jacob.fox@usmc.mil and jennifer.l.white@usmc.mil no later than 10:00 am Pacific Time 7 calendar days from the date identified in block #6, page 1 of this solicitation. No phone questions will be accepted.

The deadline is necessary to ensure timely award and the Government may, in its sole discretion, choose not to respond to questions received after the deadline. All timely questions will be reviewed and responded to via an amendment to the solicitation.

Questions should be submitted in the following format:

Solicitation Section Solicitation Page Paragraph Question Example: PWS 22 1.0 What does car mean?

1. CURRENT REQUIREMENT. These services are currently being provided by Lexicon, Inc contract M0058116C0001 for $8,236,599.82.

2. COMPLETE SUBMISSIONS: This section specifies the format and limitations that offerors must use when submitting proposals. Submissions shall be in the form prescribed below and shall contain a response to each of the areas identified. All applicable provisions and clauses that require offeror completion must be completed. (For example, FAR provision 52.212-3 alt1). A complete submission must be received in order for a proposal to be considered. A complete submission includes all Volumes* and Sections identified in Table 1 below.

a. The offeror shall prepare, written in English, the proposal as set forth in Table 1 – Proposal Organization.

Table 1 – Proposal Organization

VOLUME SECTION TITLE PAGE

Limitation I 1.0 TECHNICAL PROPOSAL See Below

1.1 Cover Letter NA

1.2 Table of Contents (Master and Volume I) NA

1.3 Organizational Chart NA

1.4 Evaluation Factor 1: Technical Approach 35

1.5 Resumes NA

II 2.0 PAST PERFORMANCE No Limit

2.1 Table of Contents --

2.2 Evaluation Factor 2: Past Performance --

III 3.0 PRICE PROPOSAL No Limit

3.1 Table of Contents --

3.2 Evaluation Factor 3: Signed Solicitation with pricing --

3.3 Signed Solicitation Amendment(s) --

3.4 All applicable provisions completed --

b. Page Limitations: Pages shall be numbered consecutively in each volume. The page limitations for Volume I section 1.4 shall be treated as the maximum number of pages allowable. If an offer exceeds the maximum number of pages, the excess proposal pages starting with page 36 of Volume I, section 1.4 will not be read or considered in the evaluation of the proposal. Not included in the page limitations are the following:

Table of Contents Organizational Chart Cover Letter

c. All applicable documents shall be marked “PERSONALLY IDENTIFIABLE INFORMATION

(PII) SAFEGUARD IAW DOD PRIVACY PROGRAM AND PRIVACY ACT OF 1974.”

d. Cross-Referencing: Each Volume must be separate and complete so that the evaluation may be accomplished independently for each part. Information required for proposal evaluation which is not found in its designated volume will be assumed to have been omitted from the proposal.

e. Cover Letter. Cover letter to the proposal and provided in Volume I.

f. Table of Contents. A Master table of contents for the entire proposal and a table of contents for each volume are required. The master table of contents for the entire proposal must be filed in Volume I.

g. Pricing. No pricing information shall be included in Volume I – Technical Proposal.

IMPORTANT: If the offeror simply restates the requirements in the sections of the PWS, the offeror’s proposal will receive a technical rating of Unacceptable. A capabilities statement is not an acceptable technical proposal.

VOLUME I: TECHNICAL PROPOSAL

The Technical Proposal shall demonstrate that the offeror is fully capable of performing the services described in the PWS by addressing the following elements:

1. Provide a written technical approach which clearly describes how the offeror will accomplish all the requirements in the PWS, to include PWS section 4 (Technical Requirements).

2. Provide all required documentation for personnel identified in section PWS 5 (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities) and its subparagraphs that demonstrates the minimum acceptable qualifications. Resumes are acceptable and will not count against page limits.

3. Identify how the Offeror meets the tasks identified in PWS section 6 (Tasks) and its subparagraphs.

4. Provide current copies of all required and certifications identified in PWS section 5.5 (Certificates Required).

5. Provide Risk Mitigation Plan to mitigate scheduled performance risk identified in PWS section 7.11.

The Technical Proposal must be succinct, well written, and presented in a straightforward manner that clearly demonstrates a complete understanding of the Performance Work Statement (PWS). Statements such as “The Offeror understands,” “will comply with the performance work statement,” “standard procedures will be employed,” “well known techniques will be used,” and general paraphrasing of the PWS are considered non-responsive in accordance with FAR Clause 52.212-1.

IMPORTANT: If the offeror simply restates the requirements in the sections of the PWS, the offeror’s proposal will receive a technical rating of Unacceptable. A capabilities statement is not an acceptable technical proposal.

VOLUME II: PAST PERFORMANCE

Offerors shall provide no more than three (3) past performance references for the prime and any subcontractor.

Emphasis should be placed on the provision of specialized training support services of similar size and scope provided within the last three (3) years from this solicitation date. Offeror may utilize the provided Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ) attached to the solicitation.

VOLUME III: PRICE

1. A completed and signed Standard Form 1449 (SF1449) including any solicitation amendments (SF30). The total pricing summation of each period shall be annotated on the respective CLIN of the SF1449.

The price proposal shall be submitted in the schedule of supplies/services of the solicitation SF1449 – Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs) 0001 through 5001.

The offeror must complete the unit price and total price for each CLIN as well as a summation of the total contract price to include the base and option periods in the SF1449. All pricing shall be stated in No More Than 2 decimal places. (For example: $10.10 not $10.009).

2. Blocks 17a, 30b, and 30c of page 1 of the SF1449 shall be completed by offerors and Block 30a shall be signed by an authorized agent to confirm that the offeror has read and agrees to comply with all the terms, conditions and instructions provided in this solicitation document. Each SF30 (amendments) shall be signed by an authorized agent to confirm that the offeror has read and agrees to comply with all the terms, conditions and instructions provided in the amendment(s).

3. All applicable provisions must be completed in SAM (see FAR 52.212-3).

(Addendum End)

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

1.0 INTRODUCTION

1.1 This requirement is for non-personal specialized training support services for I Marine Expeditionary Force (I MEF) G-7 / I Expeditionary Operations Training Group (I EOTG) aboard Marine Corps Base (MCB) Camp Pendleton (CPEN).

2.0 BACKGROUND

2.1 Installation: Marine Corps Base (MCB) Camp Pendleton provides training facilities for numerous Navy and Marine Corps units, as well as US Army, National Guard, state, and local agencies. Over 60,000 military and civilian personnel work aboard MCB Camp Pendleton every day. The base is the home of I MEF, 1st Marine Division, 1st Marine Logistics Group and numerous other tenant units and organizations. MCB Camp Pendleton covers over 125,000 acres and is located 38 miles north of downtown San Diego in the northwestern portion of San Diego County, California, immediately north of the city of Oceanside.

2.2 Supported Unit: The mission of I EOTG is to provide training in select advanced individual and collective skills as well as evaluate collective training in order to prepare I MEF Marine Expeditionary Units (MEU), Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Tasks Forces (SPMAGTF), combat advisors, and other designated deploying forces to support Geographic Combatant Commands. In order to accomplish this task, I EOTG is organized to meet unit training needs and requirements. I EOTG is organized with a headquarters and four separate branches. The branches are:

2.3 Amphibious Raids Branch (ARB): Provide relevant and realistic training for deploying units assigned to I MEF (11 MEU, 13 MEU and 15 MEU) and 31 MEU, as well as SPMAGTFs, in the conduct of amphibious raids, rappelling, climbing, and Tactical Recovery of Aircraft and Personnel (TRAP) in order to prepare them to support Geographic Combatant Commands.

2.4 Special Training Branch (STB): Provide relevant and realistic specialized individual skills and collective unit training to the Maritime Raid Force (MRF), MRF enablers, reconnaissance and surveillance teams, and scout snipers assigned to I MEF and 31st MEU.

2.5 Exercise Branch. Plans, coordinates, and executes major exercises in support of I MEF MEUs and SPMAGTFs.

Exercises include Realistic Urban Training, Amphibious Ready Group (ARG)/MEU Exercise (ARGMEUEX), Composite Unit Training Exercise (COMPTUEX), SPMAGTF TRAP Certification Exercise (CERTEX), SPMAGTF Command Element (CE) CERTEX, and Integrated SPMAGTF CERTEX. The branch synchronizes support from across the MEF to execute the exercises.

2.6 Advisor Training Branch (ATB): ATB provides a comprehensive training capability focused on providing highly trained combat advisor teams able to assess, train, advise, and assist Partner Nation Forces and develop their forces for self-sustained operations. ATB trains globally-sourced individual personnel and teams from basic to specified enhanced individual and collective skills based on anticipated employment (e.g., Border Patrol, Policing, Military Training, Female Engagement Teams, etc.).

3.0 SCOPE

3.1 The contractor shall provide on-site specialized training support services in the form of specialized instructors for the period of performance for I EOTG. The contractor is responsible for administration and supervision of all contractor employees.

3.2 The contractor shall provide instructor services as defined throughout paragraph 4.0. The contractor must provide exercise and training support through the execution of site surveys, attendance of various annual sustainment / proficiency training evolutions, and all other specialized training support services outlined in the performance work statement. Additionally, the contractor is responsible for providing support during planning conferences for exercises and training events, as necessary. This is a significant endeavor as I MEF training requirements include MEUs, SPMAGTFs, and Combat Advisor Teams throughout the year.

3.3 The I EOTG Training, Exercise and Employment Plan (TEEP) defines the instructor requirement areas required by the contractor during the period of performance. The I EOTG TEEP is based around a six month (26 week) MEU pre-deployment training program cycle that sets the foundation for scheduling all courses and exercises. For reference, a typical six month I EOTG TEEP is outlined below:

BRANCH WK 1 WK 2 WK 3 WK 4 WK 5 WK 6 WK 7 WK 8 WK 9

ARB Co Raid Crse Co Raid Crse Co Raid Crse TRAP Crse

FRMC FRMC

STB Urban R&S

EXERCISES RUT

BRANCH WK 10 WK 11 WK 12 WK 13 WK 14 WK 15 WK 16 WK 17 WK 18

ARB Co Raid Crse Co Raid Crse

FRMC

STB

EXERCISES RUT

BRANCH WK 19 WK 20 WK 21 WK 22 WK 23 WK 24 WK 25 WK 26

ARB Co Raid Crse TRAP Crse TRAP Crse

STB

EXERCISES

Assault Climber Course

CQT COURSE

CQT COURSE

ARGMEUEX

CQTE

CQTE

Urban R&S

ADVANCED SNIPER COURSE

COMPTUEX

RAID LEADERS COURSE

RAID LEADERS COURSE

Ground Interop Maritime Interop

Assault Climbers Course

HRST

3.4 The contractor is responsible to provide on-site specialized training support services for each requirement within the I EOTG TEEP as outlined below:

Notes:

1. Shift hours are estimated. Actual shifts will depend once final training schedule and locations are determined in conjunction with end of evening nautical time for night time training.

Exercise/Course

Studen ts

Instructor :

Student Ratio

Durati on

(Days)

Weeken ds

(Y/N)

Estimated Shift Hours by Day1

Location2 Travel Required / Est

# of Days

Training Cycles / year

1 CQT Course 32 1:4

N Day 1-18: 0800-1600

Day 19-38: 1800-0200

CPEN N 2

2 CQTE Course 32 1:4

N Day 1-5: 0800-1600

Day 6-10: 1800-0200

CPEN N 4

3 Urban R&S Course 32 1:4 25 N Day 1-20: 0800-1600

Day 21-25: 1200-2000

CPEN

SW US

Y / 5

4 Ground Interoperability Course (GIT)

32 1:4 14 Y 1400-2200 CPEN N 2

5 Maritime Interoperability Training (MIT)

50 1:5 14 Y 0800-1600 San Diego County Y / 7

6 Realistic Urban Training (RUT) Execution

1:50 14

Y Day 1-3: 0800-1600 Day 4-14: 1400-2200

SW US Y / 9 2

7 ARGMUEX 2,200 1:200 20 Y 1400-2200 SW US Y/ 5 2

8 COMPTUEX 2,200 1:200 17 Y 1400-2200 SW US Y/ 5 2

9 Raid Leaders Course 50 1:50 10 N 0800-1600 CPEN N 4

10 Company Raids Course 200 1:200

N Day 1: 0800-1600

Day 2-5: 1400-2200

CPEN N 12

11 Advanced Sniper Course 12

1:6

N Day 1-15 / 21-30: 0800-

Day 16-20: 1200-2000

CPEN N 2

12 HRST Master Course 30 1:15

N Day 1-7: 0800-1600

Day 8-10: 1200-2000

CPEN N 2

13Fast Rope Master Course

(FRMC) 30

1:15

N Day 1-3: 0800-1600 Day 4-5: 1200-2000

CPEN N 6

14 Assault Climbers Course

(ACC)

30 1:15 25 Y Day 1-20: 0800-1600 Day 21-25: 1400-2200

CPEN / 29 Palms / Bridgeport CA

Y / 15 4

15 Tactical Recovery A/C Personnel (TRAP) Course

1:50 5

N Day 1: 0800-1600 Day 2-5: 1400-2200

CPEN N 6

2. Locations outside of Camp Pendleton (CPEN) will vary based on several factors. Factors include, but are not limited to: weather, time of year, location availability, support available at desired locations, etc. Final locations are determined during planning of courses approximately 4 months prior to scheduled training.

3.4. The contractor is encouraged to utilize instructor staff as efficiently as practical. Based on instructor qualifications, individuals may be utilized for concurrent training events in accordance with instructor to student rations and safety regulations.

3.5 Historically, the instructor complement to conduct the courses outlined above has been 14 Full Time Equivalents (FTE) of work. These FTEs included 13 instructors with one Program Manager who represented the company to the government. Contractors are encouraged to provide innovative staffing plans to meet the government’s requirements.

4.0 TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS. The Contractor shall provide services per the Instructor Requirement Areas listed in detail below. Contractor is responsible for all administrative duties resulting from providing specialized training support services required in this PWS.

4.1 Limited Scale Raid (LSR) Instructor Technical Requirements

4.1.1 LRS Instructors must provide instruction across the following courses:

(a) Close Quarters Training (CQT) Course

(b) CQT Enabler (CQTE) Course

(c) Urban Reconnaissance and Surveillance (R&S) Course

(d) Ground Interoperability Training (GIT)

(e) Maritime Interoperability Training (MIT)

4.1.2 Additionally LRS Instructors must be able to provide SME and support for the following exercises:

(a) Realistic Urban Training (RUT)

(b) Amphibious Ready Group / MEU Exercise (ARGMEUEX)

(c) Composite Unit Training Exercise (COMPTUEX)

4.1.3 As required, LRS Instructors must also be able to support the following courses:

(a) Raid Leaders / Planners Course

(b) Company Raid Course

(c) TRAP Course

(d) Support to ATB Training

4.1.4 Course and Exercise Requirements / Details

4.1.4.1 CQT Course. The purpose of this course is to provide close quarters marksmanship and specialized limited scale raid tactics training in support of MEU operations for Marines assigned to the MRF Assault Element. The course includes advanced marksmanship training with military weapons to include rifles, carbines, shotguns, and pistols and their associated optics and aiming devices. Employment of dynamic entry techniques and demolitions, securing various tactical objectives, sensitive/tactical site exploitation, detainee handling, detailed planning and execution of movement to and from objectives, and discriminative target engagements are also covered in this course. Field firing exercises and tactical decision-making exercises with live ammunition and Special Effects Small Arms Marking System

(SESAMS) are executed on numerous occasions to reinforce classroom instruction. Students are provided detailed instruction and are closely evaluated on an individual basis.

4.1.4.2 CQT Enabler Course. The purpose of this course is to train the MRF Security and Enabler personnel within the MRF Security Element that work with and support the MRF Assault Element. The CQT Enabler Course includes marksmanship training with the M-4 or M-16 and associated optics and aiming devices. Employment of basic entry techniques, securing various objectives, sensitive/tactical site exploitation, detainee handling, detailed planning and execution of movement to and from objectives, and discriminative target engagements are also covered during this course. Field firing exercises and tactical decision-making exercises with live ammunition and SESAMS are executed on numerous occasions to reinforce classroom instruction. Students are provided detailed instruction and are closely evaluated on an individual basis.

4.1.4.3 Urban R&S Course. The purpose of this course is to provide mission planning and execution in support of reconnaissance missions in both rural and urban environments for select personnel in preparation for duty as members of Scout-Sniper Platoons, Reconnaissance Platoons, and Radio Reconnaissance Teams (RRT). The skills acquired during this course will prepare the Marines for combat and reconnaissance missions. This course includes instruction in urban and green-side reconnaissance and surveillance, observation techniques, patrolling, hide site construction, field skills, mission planning, communications, urban escape and recovery, limited close target reconnaissance, mobile reconnaissance, classes on Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) integration and employment, and Surveillance and Reconnaissance Center (SARC) operations. Students additionally learn to employ field expedient antennas and operate High Frequency, Ultra High Frequency, Very High Frequency and Satellite Communication (SATCOM) radios as well as the Marine Air Ground Task Force (MAGTF) Secondary Image Dissemination System (SIDS). Course traditionally runs concurrent with CQT Enabler Course.

4.1.4.4 Ground Interoperability Training (GIT). The purpose of this exercise is to integrate the separate elements of the MRF: Headquarters, Assault Element, Security Element, Aerial Sniper Element, and select aviation elements. The exercise focuses on a building block approach to train the MRF to conduct ground and vertical specialized limited scale raids to support the MEU’s raid mission.

4.1.4.5 Maritime Interoperability Training (MIT). The purpose of this exercise is to integrate the separate elements of the MRF and Amphibious Ready Group’s (ARG) Rigid-Hull Inflatable Boat (RHIB) crews. The exercise focuses on a building block approach to train the MRF to conduct Visit Board Search and Seizure (VBSS) operations in support of the ARG/MEU’s Maritime Interdiction Operations (MIO) mission. Additionally, MIT includes select VBSS training events during the Amphibious Squadron (PHIBRON)-MEU Integration Exercise (PMINT).

4.1.4.6 Realistic Urban Training (RUT) Exercise. The exercise involves the MEU Command Element (CE), MRF, and other designated elements from the ACE, GCE, and/or LCE as required. The exercise is designed to train the MEU as an integrated unit for the first time in a realistic training environment. Training is conducted both on and off military installations within the Southwest U.S. region.

The exercise requires site surveys, usually to multiple locations, and extensive coordination prior to execution and close supervision during execution.

4.1.4.7 Amphibious Ready Group – Marine Expeditionary Unit Exercise (ARGMEUEX).

ARGMEUEX is a 20 day exercise conducted two (2) times a year for 40 days. This is a large scale exercise that involves the entire MEU integrated with the PHIBRON. The MEU conducts the exercise from afloat on ARG ships and all elements of the MEU (CE, ACE, GCE, and LCE) are integrated with, and train with, the PHIBRON. Training is conducted both on and off military installations within the Southwest U.S. region.. The exercise requires site surveys, usually to multiple locations, extensive coordination prior to execution and close supervision during execution.

4.1.4.8 Composite Training Unit Exercise (COMPTUEX). COMPTUEX is a 17 day exercise conducted two (2) times a year for 34 days. This is a large-scale exercise that involves the entire MEU integrated with the PHIBRON. COMPTUEX is the final evaluation and certification training exercise for the MEU. The MEU conducts the exercise from afloat on ARG shipping and all elements of the MEU (CE, ACE, GCE, and LCE) are integrated with the PHIBRON. Training is conducted both on and off military installations within the Southwest U.S. region. The exercise requires site surveys, usually to multiple locations, extensive coordination prior to execution and close supervision during execution.

4.1.4.9 Raid Leaders and Planners Course. The purpose of this course is to train the Battalion Landing Team (BLT) Raid Force’s key leadership in planning and preparation Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) for company sized raids. This course includes individual and unit level training up to company-level focused on composition of the raid force: Mechanized, Vertical Assault, Combined Anti- Armor Team (CAAT)/Light Armored Reconnaissance (LAR), Motorized, and/or Small Boat. Training focuses on individual skills as well as key leadership actions during planning and employment of raid forces.

4.1.4.10 Company Raid Course. The purpose of this course is to train the BLT Raid Forces in planning, inserting, employment, and extracting company-sized raid force, TTPs and standard operating procedures (SOPs). The course focuses on all elements of a raid to include assault, support, security, and reconnaissance elements. This course includes company-level training focused on composition of the raid force: Mechanized, Vertical Assault, Combined Anti-Armor Team (CAAT)/Light Armored Reconnaissance (LAR), Motorized, and/or Small Boat.