M67854-23-R-1001 (0002)_USMC Anthropometry RFP (Conformed).pdf

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0001 12 Months Base Year - Anthropometry Analysis

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Anthropometry Measurement and Analysis (Labor). The contractor shall perform in accordance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

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PSC CD: B599

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0002 Months Base Year Travel Cost

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Travel amounts have been set by the Government and shall not be proposed. A Not to Exceed (NTE) will be set at time of award.

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1001 12 Months OPTION Option Year 1- Anthropometry Analysis

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Anthropometry Measurement and Analysis (Labor). The contractor shall perform in accordance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

1002 Months OPTION Option Year 1- Travel Cost

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Travel amounts have been set by the Government and shall not be proposed. A

1003 Months OPTION Option Year 1 - Other Direct Costs (ODC)

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2001 12 Months OPTION Option Year 2- Anthropometry Analysis

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Anthropometry Measurement and Analysis (Labor). The contractor shall perform in accordance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

2002 Months OPTION Option Year 2- Travel Cost

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Travel amounts have been set by the Government and shall not be proposed. A

2003 Months OPTION Option Year 2 - Other Direct Costs (ODC)

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Option Year 2 - Other Direct Costs

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RESPONSES TO Q&A

1. Question regarding travel estimation on pages 3, 4, and 6 for Item Numbers 0001; 1002;

2002. These item numbers state that travel costs should not be proposed yet an “Estimated Amount” is requested against Item # 0001, and “Net Amounts” are requested against Item # 1002 & 2002. Further in the RFP (Volume III – Cost/Pricing (Factor 3),

pg. 38, it states that “The Offeror shall not propose an estimated price for travel.”

Clarification surrounding what cost/price is required would be appreciated.

Response: A travel budget proposal is not required for the RFP response. The term “Net Amounts” in the RFP are autogenerated by the Government’s contract writing software for all Option and Firm-Fixed Price CLINs, and the term ‘Estimated Amount” is an auto generated response to non-option cost CLINs. Further, within each travel CLIN description it states the following: “Travel amounts have been set by the Government and shall not be proposed. A Not To Exceed (NTE) will be set at the time of award.”

2. Question regarding Paragraph 2.0 on page 8 of the PWS states, in part, that the contractor must "utilize existing anthropometry data base and incorporate these survey results into a current anthropometry database." Can the Government provide clarification of how and the extent to which data collected under this effort must be incorporate these survey results into a current anthropometry database?

Response: The current anthropometry database is composed of the 94 measurements and additional information published in the 2010 Anthropometric Survey of U.S. Marine Corps Personnel. Some of the 2010 measurements will be part of this Anthropometry Survey and will require merging both data sets together. Additionally, full body scans of all the 2010 participants’ remains with the Government and potentially could be utilized with full body scans from this study. See also page 19, PRS Section 4.5.3 Monitoring Method.

3. Question regarding Paragraph 2.0 on page 8 of the PWS. On whose computers/computing system will the 3dMD scanning software reside – Government’s or contractor’s? If on contractor’s computing system, does the Government 3dMD software license allow free installation of the software on contractor computers?

Response: The Government will have the 3dMD Software on a non-network laptop computer that can be used by the contractor while on base or as required off base or at the contractor’s home facility. The Government currently has a perpetual license for 3dMD software for the scanner. The 3dMD Body Analysis Voltus software license can only be purchased by an owner of a 3dMD Scanner System. If required, the Government would purchase the additional 3dMD Body Analysis Voltus software license which also requires annual renewal and provide for the contractor to use.

4. Question regarding Paragraph 2.0 on page 8 of the PWS. If the 3dMD software resides on the Government computing system, must digital data extraction take place at Quantico?

Response: It is not required for digital data extraction to be conducted at Quantico.

5. Question regarding Paragraph 2.0 on page 8 of the PWS. Is the contractor limited to using 3dMD software for extracting digital landmarks?

Response: The contractor can propose other solutions for extracting digital landmarks in the development of the Anthropometry Plan in CDRL A0003.

6. Question regarding Paragraph 2.0 on page 8 of the PWS. How many scans need to be collected from each Marine? Head (with and without helmet), whole body – semi-nude, clothed, equipped? How many changes of clothes is expected of each Marine? Will each Marine only ‘model’ a single set of equipment?

Response: It is currently envisioned that there would be a head scan with and without helmet, a whole body scan semi-nude, clothed and equipped with only one change of clothes and equipment. This may change based on results of the pilot trial and the anthropometry plan development. All the clothing and equipment is provided by the Government at the Quantico facility. Intent is time to change will be minimal based on all sizes of clothing and equipment being readily available.

7. Question regarding Paragraph 2.0 on page 8 of the PWS. How many digital landmarks is the contractor required to extract from each of the 3D scan – semi-nude, clothed, equipped?

Response: The 3dMD scanner and software has the ability to do body marker detection and automatic landmark extraction dependent upon the pose in the scan. The desire is to minimize to only what is required to execute the anthropometry survey plan. The pilot trial will provide an opportunity evaluate the automatic landmark extraction and any manual extraction efforts that could be required.

8. Question regarding Paragraph 2.0 on page 8 requires the contractor, among other tasks, to conduct a variety of semi-nude and equipped anthropometry measurements. Will the motorized anthropometry table at Gruntworks be available for use in the survey?

Response: The electrical motorized dog grooming table commonly used for seated anthropometry measurements will be available and used in this anthropometry survey at Quantico and if determined that data collection will happen at other locations, will be provided there as well.

9. Question regarding Paragraph 2.0 on page 8 of the PWS. Will the Marines or 3dMD provide scan wear tops (female only) and bottoms?

Response: Yes, the Government will provide the scan tops and bottoms for Marines. The contractor will have the ability to purchase tops and bottoms in order to look at possible differences in what vendors provide for scanner performance assessment or as a backup capability for additional tops and bottoms.

10. Question regarding Paragraphs 2.0 and 4.2 of the PWS alternates between referring to percentile tails of less than the 15th percentile and greater than the 85th percentile and percentile tails of less than the 10th percentile and greater than the 90th percentile.

Question: What percentile is required - i.e., 15th/85th or 10th/90th?

Response: The 15th and 85th is the focus area while also trying to make sure we try to include areas of improvement in the 2010 data set such as inclusion of older and senior Marines.

11. Question regarding 8.0 Government Facilities page. 15. Will privacy dividers to be used between measuring stations be supplied by the Marines? Will tables and chairs be made available?

Response: The Government will provide all furniture requirements to include tables, chairs and privacy curtains.

12. Paragraph 2.0 on page 9 of the PWS states, in part, "The Contractor shall be capable of conducting the 94 anthropometry measurements from the 2010 Survey. "Question:

During the 2010 survey the 94 anthropometry measures were captured by hand, given advances in measurement extraction please confirm that some of these measures can be captured using scan data?

Response: The 94 measurements from the 2010 survey can be captured digitally through scanning, provided that during the pilot trial any identified error rate associated with a digital measurement is within the acceptable range of error identified in the 2010 study for that particular measurement.

13. Paragraph 2.0 and 3.1 on page 9 of the PWS states, in part, that "this is envisioned to be a three year effort based on availability of Marine participants with a rhythm of two weeks of data collection followed by a three-week period of scans and measurement verification." In addition, paragraph 3.1 of the PWS states, in part, that "It is envisioned that the anthropometry survey shall be conducted in two-week increments followed by two to three weeks of break time to review the data collected and prepare for the next two-week increment of anthropometry measurements and scanning." The question is How many two week measurement and scanning data collection blocks does the Government anticipate conducting in the 12 month base period (Year 1) and the 12 month Option 1 period (Year 2), given that measuring Marine participants is expected to be complete, or near completion, in early Option Year 2 (Year 3)?

Response: The best estimation depending would be one 2-week data collection period per month but likely not less than nine per year. Impacting this estimate is the Federal Holiday Schedule and military annual leave which is heaviest during November and December. It is envisioned that during the survey plan and during the pilot trial that a one-year plan with two-week increment dates will be established and be the basis for scheduling Military personnel for measurements.

14. Paragraph 3.1 on page 9 of the PWS states, in part, that the "Place of performance shall be primarily at the Gruntworks Squad Integration Facility (Building 24017) located at Marine Corps Base Quantico, VA. "Does the Government plan to provide workspace for contractor personnel within Building 24017 and, if so, will Government please provide the maximum number of workspaces available for contractors along with any limitations on their use?

Response: A private office on the 2nd deck of Building 24017 that is 10 x 12 feet with office furniture and phone will be provided to contractor which includes a locking door for security. In the other areas within Building 24017, desk and chairs are available and can be setup in various configurations as required. The only limitations of use are building access during regular work hours. The intent is for the Government to provide an adequate onsite workspace to accomplish the task. The use of off base facilities in the Quantico area to compete the work should not be necessary.

15. Paragraph 3.1 of the PWS states, in part, that the "Place of performance shall be primarily at the Gruntworks Squad Integration Facility (Building 24017) located at Marine Corps Base Quantico, VA. "Paragraph 6.1 of the PWS states, in part, that "the contractor will not be required to connect to the MCEN for this contract. The question is: If the Government provides workspace for the contractor within Building 24017 will the contractor be capable of/allowed to establish a commercial internet connection?

Response: No, the Contractor cannot establish a Wi-Fi hotspot in Building 24017 to support their work. Additionally, no commercial phone is allowed to be used as a hotspot. An amendment to the PWS will be made to remove/update this requirement.

16. Paragraph 4.2 of the PWS on page 10 states, in part, that "The Government and the Contractor shall conduct an analysis of the Marine Corps Manpower Information Report (MIR) utilizing height, weight, gender, age, and ethnicity as primary data elements in order to identify select Marine participants in the Anthropometry Survey." The question is: Will Government personnel be responsible for contacting identified personnel and soliciting and scheduling their participation in the survey?

Response: The Government will be responsible for contacting and scheduling Military personnel to participate in the survey. See also response to question 34.

17. Paragraph 4.3 of the PWS states, in part, that "The Contractor shall provide anthropometry measurement training for Government personnel" and that the "amount of Government personnel requiring training shall be between 4-10 personnel" The question is: Because Government personnel shall be trained, will these Government personnel be made available to support data collection, data reviews, and administrative planning for subsequent measurement blocks, and if so, approximately how many government personnel will be made available throughout the period of performance?

Response: The training of the Government personnel is for general understanding of the measurements and process for taking the measurements. It is not currently envisioned for the Government to provide a full-time employee to take specific anthropometry measurements. However, a trained Government person may be able to fill in or augment the Contractor as backup in case of emergency or sickness for scheduled measurements.

18. Paragraph 4.3 of the PWS states, in part, that the Government owns 3dMD Full Body 18t Dynamic Scanner and software. The question is: Because more licenses equates to a potentially greater throughput rate, how many 3dMD software licenses are available to extract measures?

Response: A determination can be made during the development of the survey plan and during the pilot trial regarding additional 3dMD license or licenses. See question 3 and response also.

19. Paragraph 4.5 of the PWS states, in part, that "based on the number of personnel identified, the Government will determine if travel to Camp Lejeune, NC, Camp Pendleton, CA" is necessary. The question is: If necessary, who will be responsible for paying the shipping and set up costs to ship the 3D MD dynamic whole body and static head scanner to Camp Lejeune, NC, Camp Pendleton, CA or another location to conduct surveys?

Response: The Government is responsible for moving the 3dMD scanners, Government anthropometry tools, and clothing/equipment used for the scanning of Marines to either Camp Lejeune NC or Camp Pendleton CA.

20. Paragraph 4.5 of the PWS states, in part that "Other Direct Costs (ODCs) will be listed in separate category that covers consumable items and unique requirements associated with anthropometry data collection." The question is: Can the Government provide a list of items that it considers to be unique or consumable (e.g., external storage drives, selected equipment for clothed survey, alcohol wipes, scanning dots, scanning domes, scanning attire, etc.)?

Response: The items identified above in the question are in line with potential ODCs.

The desire is for the Contractor to identify all the potential ODCs that they think may be required for this contract. Based on past experience, the Contractor is often better able to identify a list of ODCs than the Government, with the Government reserves the right to determine what costs are allowable at atproposal submission, and any time after contract award.

21. Paragraph 6.1 of the PWS states, in part, that "the Contractor representative will transfer the contractor owned laptops to the MCSC G-6, Information Technology Asset Management (ITAM) department to have the MCEN images places on each laptop before it is authorized to connect to the MCEN." Paragraph 6.1 of the PWS states, in part, that "the contractor will not be required to connect to the MCEN for this contract." The question is: If contractor owned computers are not required to be connected to the MCEN, then do they still need to have MCEN images placed on each laptop?

Response: There is no intention or requirement to have a Contractor’s computer imaged for the MCEN. This statement is required in all solicitations by Marine Corps Systems Command Operational Security policy.

22. Paragraph 6.1 of the PWS states, in part, that "the contractor will not be required to connect to the MCEN for this contract." Paragraph 6.1 of the PWS states, in part, that "all Contractor owned laps must meet or exceed the USMC laptop specifications." Paragraph

7.0 of the PWS states, in part, that "The contractor will maintain all data collected on approved contractor computers." Question: While the contractor does not need to connect to the MCEN, does the government define "approved" contractor computers as those that meet the USMC laptop specifications for connecting to the MCEN?

Response: Computers are not required to meet MCEN specifications. However, data collected during the survey on Contractor computers must still be safeguarded in accordance with Human Research Protection Program (HRPP) requirements and general computer security protocols. Examples of HRPP requirements are password protection of files and computers, security of computers from unauthorized use or access, and accountability of computer assets at all times.

23. Question regarding travel section 11.1 on page 16. Please confirm that JTR and FAR regulations will apply to travel expense management for Contractors. The Defense Travel Management Office website states that JTR does not apply to Contractors.

Response: Although the JTR does not apply to contractors, the Government is unable to authorize travel expenses beyond what is provided by the JTR. Therefore, any cost unallowable by the JTR will be performed at contractor expense.

24. Question regarding travel section 11.1 on page 16. Please confirm that the necessary travel to and from Quantico, VA by Contractor Personnel is a reimbursable expense.

Response: Travel to and from Quantico, VA, is a cost reimbursable expense.

25. Question regarding travel section 11.1 on page 16. Please provide a copy of “Section 8.2.4” for Contractor to review. This Section can’t be located in the RFP.

Response: The statement “Except as set forth in Sections 8.2.4 below” can be disregarded and will be removed from the RFP by follow-on amendment. For this contract, The Government will only reimburse the contractor for economy/coach-class transportation and not first class or business. If there is an exception to this envisioned or to be requested, please provide this information to the Contracting Team for consideration and a decision. A possible example may be a person confined to a wheel1223chair or other handicap limiting economy or coach class as an option and requiring contracting officer approval.

26. Question regarding section 4.3 on page 17. Is the expectation that data collection – anthropometric measurements and 3D scans - be executed by Government staff while contractor has management oversight of the data collection process?

Response: The Anthropometric measurements and 3D scans will be a contractor responsibility based on the approved anthropometry survey plan.

27. Question regarding section 4.3 on page 17. Will the Government staff be available for digital landmarking and digital data extraction?

Response: The Government staff will be trained on the process and may assist in the digital landmarking and digital data extraction, the responsibility for execution resides with the Contractor as Government participation may be limited due to other requirements with the participants.

28. Question regarding section 4.3 on page 17. Will Government staff be assigned to this project on a fulltime basis, meaning 5 days/week, 52 weeks per year?

Response: Section 1.1 on page 8 identifies the Marine Expeditionary Rifle Squad (MERS) Team as the group responsible for execution of this Anthropometry Survey. The survey is one of their primary projects but not their only project. Government personnel will be available and present as required.

29. If more than 10 Government staff require training, will the FAR “Request for Equitable Adjustment” process govern any contract modification?

Response: Request for Equitable adjustment shall be made in accordance with clause 252.243-7002 of the RFP.

30. Will Marines be available as training/practice participants, or must the contractor plan on hiring civilians for this deliverable?

Response: For the training, the Government will provide Marines or Government civilians as the training practice participants to conduct landmarking, measurements, and scanning and other anthropometric measurements required for the survey.

31. Question regarding section 12.2 in the PRS table item 4.4. Question is in the “Required Service” box it states that contractor will be provided training on use of scanners by 3dMD.

Response: The Contractor will receive training by a 3dMD trainer on the use of the scanners.

32. Question regarding section 12.2 in the PRS table item 4.5. Will 3dMD be accountable for scanner set-up, calibration, and maintenance?

Response: The Government has a training and maintenance contract in place with 3dMD for the Scanners. If the scanners are moved to a different geographic location, it is envisioned that the Government will have 3dMD available to ensure set-up and calibration at a new location is working correctly.

33. Question regarding page 17 PRS Paragraph 4.4 Monitoring Method. What is the intended role of the Government Team Lead? Will they manage the Government staff, ensure Government staff performance, or merely act as liaison with the contractor?

Response: The role of the Government Team Lead, also the MERS Team Lead, is to completely understand and approve of the anthropometry survey plan in order to ensure the methodologies and execution are included within the Human Subjects Research Protocol wherein the MERS Team Lead is the Primary Investigator and the Contractor personnel are Associate Investigators as identified in CDRL A0003 and in Section 4.2 on pages 10 and 11.

34. “The contractor AND the Government will conduct an analysis of MIR” for participant identification. How is this intended to work in practice? Individual Marines are selected for the project: who will contact them, who will schedule them?

Response: The Government will highlight recommended participants from the MIR and provide a copy to the Contractor. It is envisioned the Contractor and Government will review the list of potential candidates together to identify Marines to contact for availability. It is envisioned as a collaborative process.

35. Is there a time limit for an individual Marine’s participation in the data collection and scan acquisition.

Response: There is no time limit established. It is currently envisioned that everything should be accomplished with a Marine in two days. Individual Marines may have some unique circumstances that may create some flexibility in the data collection.

36. Question regarding Volume II, Past Performance, pg. 38.The narrative is limited to 3 detailed summaries of 1 page each. Why then is the Volume II page limit stated as 12 pages?

Response: On page 38, there is a page limit of one page per detailed work response and only 3 summaries accomplished over the past 5 years. The 12 pages identified in Volume II in the table on page 36 is to allow an additional 9 pages to convey any other past performance information the contractor feels should be considered by the source selection authority (i.e. number of similar government contracts awarded, negative performance ratings, mitigating circumstances, lack of past performance information, etc.).

37. Is Wi-Fi access available on base at Quantico, Camp LeJeune, and Camp Pendleton? Is the contractor able to access and utilize the Wi-Fi network? If not, is the contractor allowed to set up its own dedicated Wi-Fi access?

Response: Wi-Fi is not available and the Contractor is not allowed to set up its own dedicated Wi-Fi hotspot. Additionally, no commercial phone is allowed to be used as a hotspot. An amendment to the PWS will be made to remove/update this requirement.

38. Will the scanner and anthropometry stations be semi-permanent for duration of the project, or will the contractor need to plan on set-up and tear down for each 5-week data collection cycle?

Response: The scanners are permanently setup and will not be moved. Anthropometry stations will be moved as minimally as possible but could be moved due to other events being conducted during non-data collection days.

39. Will the measuring stations be in the same facility/location as the scanner?

Response: Yes.

40. Is US citizenship a pre-requisite for contactor staff to access USMC facilities and participate in execution of this USMC Anthropometric Survey?

Response: US Citizenship is not required for the contractor staff. However, everyone including Non US Citizens must meet Marine Corps Base Quantico access requirements.

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Additional Information

1. Building 24017, also known as the Gruntworks Squad Integration Facility, is located on Gilbert Street aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico is a Research and Development Facility that is not American Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliant. This facility has a waiver from Naval Facilities to be Non ADA compliant as the primary purpose is for infantry squad integration. There are only stairs for access to the second floor of the facility where the scanners are set-up.

2. Building 24017 is a metal Butler building construction. There is currently no cell phone coverage while inside the facility. Some cell phones connect while near a window.

PWS

MARINE CORPS SYSTEMS COMMAND

MARINE EXPEDITIONARY RIFLE SQUAD

(PMM 140.7)

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PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

FOR

USMC ANTHROPOMETRY SURVEY

23 FEBRUARY 2023

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

FOR

UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS (USMC) ANTHROPOMETRY SURVEY

1.0 INTRODUCTION

1.1 Background

The Marine Expeditionary Rifle Squad (MERS) within Program Manager, Infantry Weapons (PM IW), organized within Marine Corps System Command’s (MCSC’s) Ground Combat Element Systems Portfolio Manager, is the organization responsible for the integration of everything worn, carried, and consumed by the Marine Rifle Squad and responsible for integration of the Squad in mobility platforms. The foundational element of the rifle squad is the individual Marine as a human being. The Marine Corps is comprised of the many individuals that encompass the entire National population. The MERS team manages the anthropometry database for MCSC that provides the design criteria for integrating the individual Marine across the spectrum of sizes that comprise the population. The last anthropometric survey of the Marine Corps was conducted in 2010. This survey will improve the design criteria available to requirements and acquisition personnel in order to optimize user performance.

This contract effort outlines the requirements to support the MERS Team in successful execution of an updated anthropometric survey with a focus on the lower and upper percentiles of male and female Marines as well as equipped anthropometry for vehicle and crew station design.

2.0 SCOPE

This effort will execute an update of the 2010 Anthropometric Survey of U.S. Marine Corps Personnel dated June 2013. The 2010 Anthropometric Survey of U.S. Marine Corps Personnel is located at Defense Technical Information Center (DTIC) Accession Number: ADA58191 at https://apps.dtic.mil/sti/pdfs/ADA581918.pdf . The anthropometry survey update will include approximately 900 additional male and female Marines with a focus on the percentile tails of less than 15th percentile and greater than 85th percentile while also sampling across the anthropometry spectrum. The Contractor shall be required to:

• Develop a data collection plan

• Provide anthropometry data collection training for Government personnel

• Utilize 3D MD dynamic whole body and static head scanners at Government Facilities

• Utilize software for the extraction of measurements from 3D scans

• Conduct a variety of semi-nude and equipped anthropometry measurements

• Utilize existing anthropometry data base and incorporate these survey results into a current anthropometry database

Included in this anthropometry survey shall be clothed and equipped anthropometry scans and measurements. A majority of the anthropometry survey shall be conducted at Quantico, VA, but may also require data collection at Camp Lejeune, NC, and Camp Pendleton, CA. Contractor personnel shall be able to meet USMC Human Subjects Research qualifications with

Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) qualifications. This is envisioned to be a three year effort based on availability of Marine participants with a rhythm of two weeks of data collection followed by a three-week period of scans and measurement verification. The Contractor shall be capable of conducting the 94 anthropometry measurements from the 2010 Survey. The developed anthropometry database shall be in accordance with International Standard for Organization (ISO) 15535 “General requirements for establishing anthropometric databases”. The Contractor shall be required to store and manipulate large amounts of 3D scan data and hand-generated measurements.

3.0 GENERAL INFORMATION

3.1 Place of Performance

Place of performance shall be primarily at the Gruntworks Squad Integration Facility (Building 24017) located at Marine Corps Base Quantico, VA. Other geographic locations may include Camp Lejeune, NC and Camp Pendleton, CA.

It is envisioned that the anthropometry survey shall be conducted in two-week increments followed by two to three weeks of break time to review the data collected and prepare for the next two-week increment of anthropometry measurements and scanning. The rationale for this timing methodology is to provide an opportunity to schedule the selected Marine participants within availability windows in order to optimize the two-week increment. This could vary based on Marine availability and the throughput capability of the anthropometry data collection process. The period of performance for this contract is 36 months with a base year and two option years.

3.2 Non-personal services

This is a non-personal services contract to provide anthropometry support to the MERS. The Government will neither supervise Contractor employees nor control the method by which the Contractor performs the required tasks. The Contractor shall avoid any actions that might constitute or give impressions of personal services as defined in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 37.104. If the Contractor believes that any actions constitute or are perceivably personal services, it shall notify the Contracting Officer immediately.

3.3 Business Relations

The Contractor shall support the program with an efficient mix of personnel utilizing an effective combination of experience. The Contractor shall provide an adaptable, flexible team structure best suited to accomplishing both planned and emergent tasks.

Emphasis shall be placed on a team structure maximizing productivity, efficiency and accountability. The Contractor shall integrate and coordinate all activities needed to execute the requirement. The Contractor shall manage the timeliness, responsiveness, completeness and quality of data deliverables. The Contractor shall provide corrective action plans, timely identification of issues, and effective management of subcontractors. The Contractor shall seek to ensure customer satisfaction and professional and ethical behavior of all Contractor personnel.

3.4 Data Management and Tools

The Contractor shall maintain its data collection and data management in accordance with Marine Corps and Human Subjects Research requirements for protection of Personally Identifiable Information (PII) as directed by the references in Section 14 Applicable Documents Section. While executing this contract, the Contractor shall be knowledgeable and proficient in using all tools necessary for performing all tasks in this PWS. The tools are not limited to physical measurement tools, software tools, scanners, etc.

4.0 Performance Requirements

4.1 Program Management

A Progress, Status, and Management Report synopsizing the contract activity for each previous month in accordance with Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) A001 will be provided as a monthly deliverable. If applicable, the report shall include travel expenses pursuant to contract performance and the funds remaining. The report shall also reflect the status of all tasks in progress or completed during the reporting period. The report shall also forecast contractor activities at least 60 days from the submission date.

CDRL A001: Contractor's Progress, Status and Management Report

4.2 Develop Anthropometry Survey Plan

The Contractor shall prepare and submit an anthropometry survey plan that shall encompass all the agreed upon required measurements and scans based on discussions with the Government.

The plan shall be developed based on the measurements that will be taken in this anthropometry survey, the battle rhythm established and the availability of the Marines to participate in the survey. The anthropometry survey update shall include approximately 900 additional male and female Marines with a focus on the percentile tails of less than the 15th percentile and greater than the 85th percentile. The Government and the Contractor shall conduct an analysis of the Marine Corps Manpower Information Report (MIR) utilizing height, weight, gender, age, and ethnicity as primary data elements in order to identify select Marine participants in the Anthropometry Survey. The Contractor shall:

• Develop a data collection plan

• Provide anthropometry data collection training for Government personnel

• Utilize 3D MD dynamic whole body and static head scanners at Government Facilities

• Utilize software for the extraction of measurements from 3D scans

• Conduct a variety of semi-nude and equipped anthropometry measurements

• Utilize existing anthropometry data base and incorporate these survey results into a current anthropometry database

Included in this anthropometry survey will be clothed and equipped anthropometry scans and measurements. A component of the survey plan is the layout of measurement stations and flow of the Marine participants at the Gruntworks Squad Integration Facility at Quantico, VA. The anthropometry survey plan shall be delivered initially in accordance with CDRL A002. The survey plan may also have to be incorporated into a Human Subject Research protocol submission the USMC Institutional Review Board (IRB) if the determination is made that the USMC Anthropometry Survey is Human Subjects Research. The Government will submit the initial determination package and protocol, if required. Contractor personnel shall be able to meet USMC Human Subjects Research qualifications with Collaborative Institute Training Initiative (CITI) qualifications.

CDRL A002: Contractor's USMC Anthropometric Survey Plan CDRL A003: Contractor’s CITI certificates and USMC IRB Investigator Affirmation

4.3 Anthropometry Data Collection Equipment Training and Anthropometric Measuring By Hand Training The Contractor shall provide anthropometry measurement training for Government personnel on the agreed upon measurements to be collected in the survey. The amount of Government personnel requiring training shall be between 4-10 personnel. Additional training during the period of performance of the contract may be required as Government personnel change. The training should focus on the agreed upon measures required for this study identified in the final Anthropometry Survey Plan in section 4.1. The Government will have 3dMD LLC provide basic and advanced training sessions to the Contractor for the Government owned 3dMD Full Body 18t Dynamic Scanner and software.

CDRL A004: USMC Anthropometry Survey Training Handbook and Training Materials

4.4 Anthropometry Pilot Trial

A two-week initial pilot trial will be incorporated into the anthropometry survey plan in order to confirm the measurement protocol, confirm the flow process of Marine participants, validate the data collection stations, and exercise the data management and storage process. The pilot trial will also confirm the scheduling throughput and plan for Marine participants in the survey in order to optimize timing requirements.

4.5 Anthropometry Survey

The anthropometry survey shall be executed exclusively at Marine Corps Base Quantico, VA, during the base year in accordance with the approved anthropometry survey plan utilizing the Gruntworks Squad Integration Facility as the primary location. The anthropometry survey shall be executed mostly at Marine Corps Base Quantico, VA, during option year 1 (Year 2) in accordance with the approved anthropometry survey plan utilizing the Gruntworks Squad Integration Facility. The Government and the Contractor shall conduct an analysis of the MIR utilizing height, weight, gender, age, and ethnicity as primary data elements in order to identify select Marine participants for the Anthropometry Survey that are geographically located outside of Quantico, VA. Based on the number of personnel identified, the Government will determine if travel to Camp Lejeune, NC, Camp Pendleton, CA, or to both locations or if Quantico, VA should remain as the primary place of performance. The cost of travel to Camp Lejeune, NC and Camp Pendleton, CA should be included separately in the Travel category. Other Direct Costs (ODC’s) will be listed in separate category that covers consumable items and unique requirements associated with anthropometry data collection.

The measuring of Marine participants is expected to be complete, or near completion, in early Option Year 2 (Year 3). The primary purpose of option year 2 is the analysis of the data collected, the development of the anthropometry database and merging with the 2010 database, and the final product and deliverable of an updated Marine Corps anthropometric database. The end state of this will include the equipped anthropometry as a new element of the updated Marine Corps anthropometric database.

CDRL A005: Technical Analysis Reports and Summaries CDRL A006: Digital Anthropometry Database

5.0. SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

The information provided to the contractor will be unclassified and/or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). The contractor is not required or expected to have a Facility Clearance and contractor personnel supporting this effort are not required to possess Personnel Clearance Levels. If the company has a DISS account, the Facility Security Officer (FSO) is required to establish, populate and own the DISS record of every contractor processed for and/or issued a CAC. Any contractor personnel requiring access to U.S. Government CUI shall possess a completed background investigation (minimum of a T-1/NACI) for this Public Trust Position.

Due to Insider Threat concerns, the Company is requested to notify the MARCORSYSCOM AC/S G-2 Personnel Security (PERSEC) Office at 703-432-3952/3490/3374, within 24 hours, of any adverse/derogatory information associated with the 13 Adjudicative Guidelines concerning any contractor performing on this contract, if they have been issued a CAC and/or a MARCORSYSCOM building badge.

CUI - In accordance with Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 5200.48 - CUI, all contractors supporting MARCORSYSCOM who receive, store, or generate CUI are required to take the Department of Defense (DoD) Mandatory CUI Training, available on the Security Awareness Hub at: https://securityawareness.usalearning.gov/cui/index.html. Per DoDI 5200.48 and pursuant to contractual requirements, DoD contractors require initial CUI training and annual CUI refresher training. Additional MARCORSYSCOM specific CUI training and guidance can be attained by contacting the MARCORSYSCOM AC/S G-2 at 703-432-3141 / 3140 or MCSC_ACSG2_SCMO@usmc.mil.

OPSEC - While performing aboard NAVY/USMC sites, the contractor shall comply with the provisions of DoD Directive 5205.02E, "DoD Operations Security (OPSEC) Program," SECNAVINST 3070.2A, MARCORSYSCOMO 3070.1B, MCO 3070.2A, and the MARCORSYSCOMO P5510.2C Security Manual, at all other sites the contractor shall comply with the local command and/or program OPSEC plan. Contractor personnel shall follow OPSEC concepts and principles in the conduct of this requirement to protect critical information, personnel, facilities, equipment, and operations from compromise. All Contractors (including Subcontractors) shall supplement their current security practices by requiring any personnel involved in executing this contract to complete Government-sponsored and administered OPSEC training.

5.1 DEFENSE BIOMETRIC IDENTIFICATION (DBID) CARD.

Certain contractors may require the issuance of a DBID card in order to gain access to Marine Corps bases/stations. The Contracting Officer Representative (COR) will identify and approve only those contractor employees performing on this contract that require a DBID card in order to perform their job function aboard the base. All contractor personnel accessing Marine Corps Base Quantico and Marine Corps Systems Command must be in compliance Access Control policy identified within MCSCO 5530.2A Access Control Order.

5.2 Marine Corps Base Quantico (MCBQ) Installation Gate Access Access onto MCBQ requires the use of an active Department of Defense Personally Identifiable Verification (PIV) credential (i.e. Common Access Card (CAC), Military Dependent Identification Card, Military Retiree Identification Card, Transportation Worker Identification Credential) that can be scanned at all installation Gates prior to being granted access onto the installation. Contractors/vendors who require routine/reoccurring access to MCBQ and are not receiving a CAC in support of this contract effort (or do not already have an acceptable PIV), are eligible for a DBID card. DBID cards may be obtained at no cost from the MCBQ Provost Marshall’s Office (PMO) after coordination with the COR and the MCSC, AC/S G2, Physical Security Team (PHYSEC Team). To obtain a DBID card, the vendor shall submit a completed Vendor Screening Form (obtained from the COR or the PHYSEC Team) via: encrypted email to mcsc_physicalsecurity@usmc.mil, faxing to 703-432-3481 (attn.: Physical Security), or a hand delivered typed hard copy to the PHYSEC Team at Building 2200. The information on the Vendor Screening Form will be used by MCBQ PMO to conduct a background check. The vendor will be notified of the results of their vendor screening background check by the PHYSEC Team and/or COR. Vendors who do not meet the eligibility standards, will not be cleared for access onto MCBQ or MCSC. Vendors who meet the eligibility standards and receive a favorable response to the background check will be required to complete the DBID registration process using a website address/link that will be provided by the PHYSEC Team or COR. Once the Vendor has successfully completed the DBID registration process, a registration code will be provided. The registration code shall be printed and hand carried by the Vendor to MCBQ PMO, Bldg 2043, between the hours of 0700 - 1500 in order to be issued the DBID card.

DBID cards will be issued for a period of 3 years regardless of contract expiration. For additional questions regarding submission of the Vendor screening Form or access requirements, you may contact the PHYSEC Team at mcsc_physicalsecurity@usmc.mil or by calling 703-432- 3964/3909.

5.3 Marine Corps Systems Command Facility Access

All contractor personnel accessing Marine Corps Systems Command facilities/buildings, must maintain compliance with access control policy identified within MCSCO 5530.2A - Access Control Order. Access into MCSC facilities requires use of a Command facility access badge issued by the PHYSEC Team. Contractor personnel assigned to sit within MCSC spaces with a dedicated (by name) workspace will be considered “on-site” contractors and may be issued a Green badge with the holder’s photograph. Contractor personnel that frequently visit (three or more times a week) MCSC spaces will be considered “off-site” contractors and may be issued an Orange badge with the holder’s photograph. Issuance of a MCSC facility access badge shall be initiated by the COR using the Badge Request process hosted on the MCSC VIPER website.

Vendors may be issued a MCSC facility badge prior to issuance of a CAC or DBID card;

however, receipt of an unfavorable response will result in deactivation of any currently issued MCSC facility access badge. All other vendors supporting this contract who do not meet the “Green” or “Orange” badge standards shall be required to have their visit to MCSC notified in advance using the MCSC Visitor Notification System hosted on the MCSC VIPER website.

Visitor Notifications shall only be submitted by a MCSC sponsor with access to the MCSC VIPER website. Visitors who arrive at MCSC facilities without an approved Visitor Notification on file shall be turned away unless a MCSC escort with a “White”, “Powder Blue”, or “Green” badge can be reasonably coordinated.