RFP_M95494-19-R-0009.docx

M9549419R0009

Section SF 1449 - CONTINUATION SHEET

IDC CONSTRAINTS

Minimum and Maximum IDIQ Amounts

a. Minimum guarantee per IDIQ Contract: $5,000.00

b. Maximum: TBD at time of award

NOTES:

The minimum guarantee of $5,000.00 is the minimum for the entire 5-year ordering period.

The maximum represents the potential cumulative total of orders among all IDIQ-MAC holders under all contracts awarded as a result of the solicitation. The maximum will be determined at time of contract award. At the time of contract award, each CLIN will be an "estimated" (EST).

UNDEFINED

Professional Support Services

FFP

Professional Support Services in accordance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS) as specified in individual task orders FOB: Destination

PSC CD: R408

MAX

NET AMT

UNDEFINED

Travel

COST

Travel as specified in individual task orders. Travel will be reimbursed at cost IAW PWS Section 11. This is not a fee-bearing CLIN. The estimated (EST) amount on this CLIN is $1,200,000.00.

MAX COST

UNDEFINED

Other Direct Costs (ODC)

FFP

ODCs as specified in individual task orders. ODCs will be paid IAW PWS Section 11 on a FFP basis. The estimated (EST) amount on this CLIN is $150,000.00.

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NET AMT

INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE TERMS

Supplies/services will be inspected/accepted at:

DELIVERY INFORMATION

21-JAN-2025

21-JAN-2025

21-JAN-2025

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

Performance Work Statement For Logistics Plans, Policy, and Strategic Mobility Division (LP) Program Support

1. Background:

The Marine Corps is evolving and transforming to effectively support and sustain its status as a global expeditionary force amidst uncertain threats, aging weapon systems, ever-increasing technology, reduced labor, and declining budgets. Marine Corps defense systems must be prepared to support commanders across the battlespace and provide improved solutions, addressing both anticipated and unanticipated Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF) challenges.

This effort requires a highly capable, agile, and flexible force that, when required, responds rapidly to global threats without severe consequence. Maneuverable forces will depend upon multiple defense systems that allow Marines to shoot, move, and communicate while maintaining a minimal logistics footprint in the deployed environment. Listed below are specific tenets that directly affect acquisition and logistics communities who support and sustain defense systems for operational forces:

1. Provide cooperative, collaborative, adaptive, and distributed planning and decision-making

1. Improve Automatic Information Technology, Automated Information Systems, system interoperability, information technology (IT), data integrity, and information assurance across all domains and services

1. Improve access to timely and actionable information across all domains and with other Services, allied and coalition forces

1. Integrate Marine Corps and naval logistics capabilities

1. Establish and sustain logistics process and systems interoperability with joint, theater and applicable multi-national logistics capabilities

1. Focus on organizational changes to logistics enablers that support and sustain dispersed, disaggregated, and afloat forces

1. Expand (with the Navy) access to the littorals supporting force deployment and sustainment

1. Support a global laydown of forward-deployed forces with improved logistics responsiveness and agility while sustaining the equipment readiness of disaggregated units

1. Improve, clarify and deconflict Marine Corps logistics policy guidance that aligns with Secretary of the Navy and Department of Defense logistics and logistics IT directives

The Deputy Commandant for Installations & Logistics (DC I&L) is responsible for the vision, strategy, policy, resourcing, and processes that support the effective employment and readiness of Marine Corps defense systems in support of logistics operations and training. To that end, DC I&L must understand available and emerging technologies, to include their interoperability, effectiveness and sustainability in deployed environments, to pursue initiatives for Marine Corps defense system logistics and maintenance modernization.

Product support modernization resulting from these initiatives will affect all four core elements of the MAGTF, listed below:

1. The Command Element (CE), a headquarters unit that directs the other elements

1. The Ground Combat Element (GCE), which is usually comprised of infantry supported by armor (tanks), artillery and air support (rotary and fixed wing), but may also include special reinforcements such as scouts, reconnaissance elements, snipers, and forward air controllers

1. The Aviation Combat Element (ACE), which contributes the air power to the MAGTF and includes all aircraft (both fixed wing and helicopters), pilots, maintenance personnel, and units for aviation command and control

1. The Logistics Combat Element (LCE), which contains all of the support units for the MAGTF, including communications, combat engineers, motor transport, medical, supply units, and certain specialized groups, such as air delivery and landing support teams

DC I&L must be prepared to understand, evaluate, and affect action on technologies, programs, and processes (current and future) relevant to the logistics mission including, but not limited to, the following: additive manufacturing; data interoperability; unmanned logistics systems; maintenance; supply; distribution; provisioning; logistics IT portfolio management; and secure logistics transactions.

The Marine Corps Operating Concept (MOC) and the “Sustaining the Force” concept document outline several initiatives, including the following:

1. Increase tactical proficiency, operational interoperability, and strategic flexibility to meet the logistics challenges of 21st century expeditionary operations

1. Diversify and integrate logistics training, education, and doctrine to provide a holistic approach to developing Marine Corps logisticians and force developers to succeed in future operating environments

1. Reinforce the linkage between Marine Corps installations and combat readiness, training, and power projection capabilities

1. Revise the current logistics advocacy construct to enhance the future capabilities of all Marine Corps logisticians

DC I&L enhances the lethality of the MAGTF through logistics speed, agility, and flexibility via the following methods: improving logistics policies; modernizing logistics processes; implementing proven technology and best practices; developing and enforcing standards of performance; and fully integrating the supporting establishment as the fifth element of the MAGTF. These methods deliver an end-state of improved policies, processes, procedures, and technologies that provide optimal support to every operational Marine, regardless of location or mission.

1. Scope:

The scope of this contract will include various types of professional services to support DC I&L through the various branches under the Assistant Deputy Commandant I&L, Logistics Plans, Policies and Strategic Mobility Division (ADC (LP)). Task Areas include: Strategic Communications Management; Logistics Advocacy; Information Technology Portfolio Management (IT PfM); Naval Logistics Integration / MAGTF Logistics Integration (NLI/ MLI); Joint Deployment and Distribution Enterprise (JDDE) Governance and Materiel Distribution Processes/Initiatives; Passenger and Personal Property Transportation Programs and Initiatives; Finance Management Programs and Initiatives; Supply, Operational Contracting Services, and Maintenance Modernization; Logistics Training Development; Data Management & Analytics Support; Future Operations, Strategic Mobility, Readiness, War Reserve and Prepositioning Support; Logistics Innovation / Next Generation Logistics; and Program Management. The Contractor will provide policy guidance, study current programs, make program improvement recommendations, perform database development and analysis, conduct Modeling and Simulation, provide Operational Advisory Group (OAG) participation and management support, develop training requirements, perform information management and technical services, logistics information management system software development and support, and transportation finance support. The Contractor will need to assemble and verify data necessary for completion of the projects and furnish complete, competent, properly coordinated, and thoroughly reviewed documents. The Contractor must ensure the consistent and timely delivery of quality services and goods in the execution of the defined tasks. Areas of expertise may include program management, logistics management, analytical support, communications, portfolio management, and finance management types of services, among others. The work described in task areas 3.1 through 3.13 below is representative of the type of requirements that may be anticipated throughout the life of this contract. Specific tasks will be initiated through task orders issued under this contract.

1. Task Areas:

2. (Task Area 1) - Strategic Communications Management

ADC, I&L (LP) must understand and engage key audiences to create, strengthen, or preserve conditions favorable for the advancement of Marine Corps logistics interests, policies, and objectives through the use of coordinated programs, plans, themes, messages, and products synchronized with the actions of all instruments of the MAGTF. Under this task area, the Contractor will assist the LP branches in sharing information on key Marine Corps logistics efforts through strategic planning communications efforts and developing communications products. The Contractor will provide analytical and technical expertise in support of strategic communications management.

Tasks and Deliverables at the task order level may include items similar to the following:

· Communications Planning.

· Conduct assessment(s) of strategic planning opportunities and provide recommendations.

· Identify and coordinate significant events for communications support.

· Develop and maintain Logistics Program communication plan(s) detailing prioritized topics for development of communications products.

· Develop plans, schedules, promotional and educational materials to promote understanding of Logistics efforts.

· Coordinate communication activities and resources to ensure they are consistent with the scope of the strategic communications plan(s).

· Support the planning, management, and operation of SharePoint site(s) for branch level communications and workflows that sets the conditions for effective collaboration and knowledge management.

· Communication Products.

· Recommend updates on a recurring basis to the Marine Corps logistics web site design and layout.

· Receive guidance on web site efforts and update accordingly.

· Receive leadership guidance on topics and priorities and produce written pieces on specified Marine Corps logistics topics.

· Recommend and, when directed, coordinate and conduct outreach events with DoD, academic, and commercial audiences.

· Apply updates upon request to Social Media sites and monitor content for follow on actions.

· Develop products such as newsletters, newsgrams, posters, playbooks, info handouts, and developing and designing graphics.

2. (Task Area 2) – Logistics Advocacy

The Deputy Commandant for Installations & Logistics’ Advocacy program aims to make the MAGTF more efficient and effective, improve the overall naval logistics enterprise processes, and set the conditions to develop logisticians for the 21st century security environment. Effective Logistics Advocacy will result in better-educated, trained, and ready personnel, informed capability development, and responsive MAGTF organizations. The Contractor will provide research and development, process analysis, Logistics Subject Matter Expertise (SME), technical and operational evaluations, and systems engineering to the ADC, I&L (LP) in support of Logistics Combat Element (LCE) Structure, the Planning, Programming, Budgeting and Execution (PPB&E) process, the MAGTF Logistics Board (MLB), and Logistics operational advisory groups (OAG).

Tasks and Deliverables at the task order level may include items similar to the following:

· Advocacy Program Management Support.

· Support the leadership in executing required tasks and functions as an advisory group OAG member that analyzes issues and topics in order to make recommendations.

· Support the Secretariat in setting the conditions for a collaborative environment where Logistics OAGs are aware of pertinent installation issues and/or changes.

· Provide SME support to the OAGs.

· Assist in developing the focus of OAG meetings.

· Monitor the status of action items after each OAG.

· Provide After Action Reports (AAR).

· Support the coordination of the MLB, and Logistics Consolidated Operational Advisory Group (Log COAG) tasks related to each functional OAG to include the following:

· Review doctrine and policy

· Review Marine Corps Program Codes (MCPCs)

· Review force structure

· Review key topics identified by the MLB and COAG

· Support the analysis of required functional capabilities, gaps, and investments

· Monitor assigned tasks and provide periodic progress reports to the COAG, MLB, and individual OAGs.

· Support the planning, preparation, development, writing, distribution, update(s) of documents (i.e., Marine Corps Logistics Advocacy Campaign Plan, Marine Corps Logistics Technology Solution Planning Directive, etc.)

· Marine Corps Capabilities Based Assessment (MC CBA).

· Provide research and analysis to defend I&L equities in the Marine Corps Enterprise Integration Plan (MCEIP).

· Refine data to meet requirements for each phase of the CBA in compliance with planning guidance and scenarios.

· Compile and assess I&L inputs to the MCEIP in order to inform the Marine Corps Capabilities List, the Marine Corps Gap List, the Marine Corps Solutions. Development Directive, and the Marine Corps Capabilities Investment Plan.

· Logistics Combat Element (LCE) Structure.

· Provide support in the management and execution of initiatives related to Marine Corps ground logistics MOSs and the allocation of people and equipment that comprise the active and reserve component Marine Logistics Groups (MLG).

· Provide Total Force Structure Management System support.

· Review and assess TO&E change requests and provide recommendations for supportability.

· Community of Interest (COI), Occupational Series Career Roadmaps (OSCR) and Career Development Guide (CDG), and Annual Training Plan (ATP) Development.

· Provide support to develop OSCRs for Logistics occupational fields.

· Provide recommendations to revise and update OSCRs, CDGs, and ATP to ensure consistency with applicable USMC and DoD policies.

· Review current CDGs and provide the COR a recommendation for prioritization of review and updates.

· Evaluate current training program processes and procedures related to the professional development and training requirements of the logistics COI to make recommendations on maximizing training program efficiencies and outline matters of training budget management and program auditability.

· Meetings and Conferences.

· Provide coordination and support for the MLB and LOG OAGs.

· Schedule meeting and conferences.

· Utilize the Advocacy SharePoint site to share information on events such as dates, locations, and attendees.

· Provide advance materials for meeting preparation.

· Provide brief / presentation support for presenters.

· Provide meeting minutes / results, incorporate government input, and distribute accordingly.

· Provide Advocacy SharePoint site maintenance.

2. (Task Area 3) -- Information Technology Portfolio Management (IT PfM) IT PfM is directed and guided by a series of Department of Defense (DoD) and Department of the Navy (DON) guidance documents. Marine Corps Order (MCO) 5230.21, IT PfM. MCO 5239.21 requires the establishment of Functional Area Manager (FAM) level IT PfM processes and portfolio specific criteria and performance metrics to enhance decision making on IT investments. This means that the Marine Corps logistics FAM, DC I&L has a requirement to establish and manage an IT portfolio for logistics. Further, DC, I&L as the FAM, is responsible for appointing a Functional Data Manager (FDM), ADC, I&L (LP) to manage and provide oversight for data and portfolio management. The Contractor will provide analytical and technical expertise in the area of IT PfM management.

Tasks and Deliverables at the task order level may include items similar to the following:

· Information Technology Portfolio Management (IT PfM) Support.

· Prepare papers, briefings, orders, and other documents related to LOG FAM and PfM.

· Provide support to organize, coordinate, and conduct Portfolio Management Board (PMB) meetings.

· Support and facilitate LOG FAM and PfM workshops and technical meetings.

· Review, analyze, and provide recommended updates and various reports on existing Logistics documents such as: Logistics IT Vision and Strategy; Logistics IT Portfolio Management Implementation Plan; Investment, Sustainment, and Divestiture Policy Letter; and other related IT Strategic documents.

· Analyze and provide recommendations/reports to LP on existing policies, systems, documents, etc. such as: IT investment reporting requirements and mandates, Investment, Sustainment, and Divestiture Policy, system and equipment upgrades, Logistics IT Portfolio Management Concept

· Provide support and maintenance for the Logistics Portfolio IT applications tracked in the Department of the Navy Application and Database Management System (DADMS).

· Provide software development support and maintenance in support Logistics operational requirements.

· Provide support and maintenance for the Logistics Portfolio IT systems tracked in the DoD information Technology Portfolio Repository – Department of the Navy (DITPR-DON).

· Provide technical and functional skills and knowledge of the Logistics IT Portfolio processes, content, and decisions to assist the Government with development and maintenance of IT Portfolio Visualizations.

· Provide recommendations to and assist with review of IT spending requests within the LOG FAM area of responsibility.

· Provide support in collecting and organizing systems expenditure documentation.

· Support processing and analysis of Out of Cycle Requests (OOCs).

· Logistics Operational Architecture.

· Develop and maintain Logistics operational architecture products.

· Conduct architectural reviews and update architecture products accordingly.

· Provide support to the Government assigned Technical Architect and Functional Data Manager.

· Develop Logistics data management-related plans and status reports that encompass the governance and Logistics Master Data Management (LMDM) efforts.

· Create databases and/or analysis tools that for use on government computers, hosted on government websites, contractor websites, or SharePoint portals.

· Conduct reviews and analyses of data-related technologies.

· Create reports, briefings, or summaries, as required.

· Draft and support the staffing of documents such as an updated Logistics Data Governance Strategy, Marine Corps Order for Logistics Data Management, Logistics Data Management Process Guide, and Logistics Data Management Performance Plan.

· Develop and maintain the Data Management Glossary.

· Maintain the LMDM plan of action and milestones.

· Logistics IT PfM Governance.

· Review and analyze existing plans and documents related to IT PfM Governance and provide findings/recommendations.

· Provide Reports to outline updates to Logistics Plans.

· Logistics IT PfM discovery and technology innovation.

· Provide technical support in the analysis of emerging commercial concepts and technologies, including identifying existing and emerging technology capabilities, advocating for incorporation into USMC logistics, and ensuring policy is interoperable with logistics IT portfolio.

· Assist with engagements with Science and Technology (S&T) and Research and Development (R&D) organizations that include:

· Academic Research Laboratories

· Office of Naval Research

· Marine Corps Warfighting Lab

· Command and Control/ Cyber and Electronic Warfare Integration Division (C2/CEWID) Combat Development and Integration

· PM, MAGTF Command, Control and Communications (MC3)

· Marine Corps Systems Command (Systems Engineering, Interoperability, Architectures and Technology (SIAT))

· Cyber Operations Policy Analysis.

· Provide technical assistance to execute the operation and Defensive Cyberspace Operations-Internal Defensive Measures (DCO-IDM) of Programs of Record (PoR), software, applications, data, and other associated services utilizing the MCEN.

· Provide SME support with overall cognizance of the cybersecurity posture of the Logistics IT Portfolio.

· Develop and maintain situational awareness of cybersecurity policies related to operating on the MCEN, granting Authorities to Operate (ATO), and the overall defend the USMC information network, secure logistics IT data, and mitigate risk to logistics functions.

· Evaluate the cyber security threat, vulnerabilities, and mitigation strategy for the logistics IT portfolio.

· Prepare guidance and governance documents in support of DC I&L's execution of cyber responsibilities and defense of the MCEN.

· In conjunction with Marine Corps and DoD directives, support the development of overarching strategy and policy in support of building Log IT cyber security capabilities and effective cybersecurity operations to defend Log IT systems, networks, and information.

2. (Task Area 4) - Naval Logistics Integration / MAGTF Logistics Integration (NLI/ MLI)

Naval Logistics Integration (NLI) and MAGTF Logistics Integration (MLI) concepts are complementary Theory of Constraints/Lean Six Sigma and Continuous Process Improvement (CPI) efforts. They directly contribute and support the Logistics Advocacy Program as well as overall naval logistics effectiveness and efficiencies in support of Expeditionary Force-21. The importance of Navy and Marine Corps interdependency in both Naval and Joint warfighting environments requires Navy – Marine Corps logistics integration both inside and outside the MAGTF. The Contractor must provide analytical and technical expertise in support of NLI and MLI programs.

Tasks and Deliverables at the task order level may include items similar to the following:

· NLI & MLI Support.

· Assist in pursuing opportunities for integrating Navy, aviation, and ground logistics capabilities.

· Prepare and facilitate team meetings, ad-hoc meetings, and information and decision briefs to senior leadership.

· Develop standard templates for products (e.g. briefs, papers, and after-action reports and plan of action and milestones) used to deliver and document such meetings and briefs and maintain positive control and monitoring of action items.

· Theory of Constraints (TOC) and Lean Six Sigma.

· Provide support for TOC and Lean/Six Sigma modeling of current logistics business processes.

· Document processes and support identification of opportunities for further integration of logistic processes.

· Continuous Process Improvement (CPI).

· Provide support for CPI initiatives.

· Lead and document all CPI initiative efforts with specific emphasis on Lean/ Six Sigma focused efforts.

· Provide project methodologies, facilitation, charters, POA&Ms and project monitoring, tracking and return on investment (ROI) documentation.

2. (Task Area 5) - Joint Deployment and Distribution Enterprise (JDDE) Governance and Materiel Distribution Processes/Initiatives

Distribution includes the ability to plan and execute the movement of forces for deployment and redeployment as well as sustainment and retrograde. It is the operational process of synchronizing all elements of the logistic system to deliver on schedule and within funding limitations of this contract to support the joint force commander. The Secretary of Defense directed JDDE community of interest (COI) connects Service, Department of Defense (DOD), and other government agency movements under the end-to-end distribution coordinating authority exercised by Commander, United States Transportation Command (CDRUSTRANSCOM) as the Distribution Process Coordinator (DPC). The Deputy Commandant for Installations & Logistics (DC I&L), as a member of the JDDE COI, must leverage organic and commercial capabilities to support materiel movement from the point of origin/source of supply through the point of need to the point of employment or consumption. The Contractor must provide analytical and technical expertise in the area of JDDE processes and initiatives.

Tasks and Deliverables at the task order level may include items similar to the following:

· JDDE Program Support

· Participate in local meetings.

· Prepare documentation such as briefings, letters, memorandums, etc.

· Provide recommendations and support drafting policy guidance.

· Assist in providing oversight as it relates to USMC policies and manuals. .

· Support ADC I&L (LP) during participation in the USTRANSCOM sponsored Joint Intermodal Working Group.

· Provide support in theater distribution architecture efforts with the Joint Staff, USTRANSCOM, and Services.

· Provides responses to queries and initiatives from field activities, other DOD, OSD, Joint Staff, (JS), USTRANSCOM, Federal Agency, and commercial entities.

· Support the development and monitoring of Distribution Pipeline Performance metrics.

2. (Task Area 6) - Passenger and Personal Property Transportation Programs and Initiatives

The DC I&L is the interface between Marine Corps distribution management personnel and those organizations supporting them, as well as the entire DOD, in developing more efficient methods of transporting, billing, and documenting the movement of personal property and passengers worldwide via all modes of transportation. The DC I&L is responsible for the integration of personal property and passenger transportation capabilities necessary to promulgate, develop and manage processes, improvements and automated systems in support of Marines, Civilian Marines, and their families. Specifically, DC I&L is responsible for planning, developing and interpreting regulations and directives to publish Marine Corps policy, programs and procedures governing the use of commercial and organic movement of personal property and passengers worldwide via all modes of transportation. The Contractor must provide analytical and technical expertise in the area of Passenger and Personal Property Transportation Programs and Initiatives.

Tasks and Deliverables at the task order level may include items similar to the following:

· Passenger and Personal Property Transportation Program Support.

· Provide recommendations for draft policy guidance.

· Conduct DMO Passenger/Personal Property Site Assist Visits at required installations.

· Assist in implementing process improvements.

· Perform business case analyses and provide reports with findings.

· Provide various recurring reports (i.e., weekly, monthly, quarterly, annually) as needed on various topics related to this task area and distribute as needed.

· Participate in working groups.

· Consolidate reporting requirements and coordinate submittals to higher authorities in support of LP.

· Participate in local meetings.

· Prepare various documents regarding personal property and passenger service-related topics (i.e., memorandums, papers, briefings, formal correspondence, Naval messages, etc.).

· Provide reconciliation support for Centrally Billed Accounts (CBAs) for transportation.

· Assist with transportation billing issues.

· Perform monitoring of accounts in Government systems.

· Perform various analyses on transportation/storage costs and present reports/results for LP review and action.

· Provide analyses of the Personal Property business process area and develop solutions / reports of results.

· Provide Customer Service support to select individuals on official travel to include shipment/receipt of their personal property.

· Provide on-site Personal Property Quality Assurance inspector support.

2. (Task Area 7) - Finance Management Programs and Initiatives

The HQMC Transportation of Things (ToT) program is centrally managed by LPD. The ToT program provides support for enterprise-wide Second Destination Transportation (SDT) requirements (Directed by SYSCOM/LOGCOM) and standardized Defense Transportation System (DTS) Over-Ocean Transportation (OOT) billing via both USTRANSCOM Transportation Working Capital Fund (TWCF) and Commercial movements. Additionally, the HQMC ToT program is responsible for Marine Corps Transportation Finance Policy related to the Defense Transportation System, Third Party Payment System (billing platform for commercial transportation service providers), Marine Corps Air Clearance Authority, and Transportation Financial Improvement and Audit Readiness. The Contractor must provide analytical and technical expertise in the area of billing, metrics, data analysis, and financial auditability.

Tasks and Deliverables at the task order level may include items similar to the following:

· Finance Management Program Support.

· Provide recommendations for draft policy guidance, metrics, and reporting processes.

· Prepare various reports, memorandums, letters, papers, briefings, formal correspondence, Naval messages, and other documents as it relates to transportation finance management programs.

· Participate in local meetings.

· Respond to inquiries as applicable.

· Identify DoD source systems to facilitate cost analysis, data mapping, and data collection, that facilitates the development of reports that track expenditures and obligations.

· Monitor budget execution and provide execution forecasts.

· Provide audit readiness SME and assist in audits.

· Perform non-decision making budget development, data research, and financial support duties.

· Document the policies and procedures relating to the USMC transportation financial transactions processes.

· Track observations made by the Independent Public Accountant (IPA) and draft narratives to address the observation(s).

· Analyze and track audit risks.

· Provide recommendations to remediate identified risks, prepare Corrective Action Plans (CAP) and track them through lifecycle to ensure milestones are met.

2. (Task Area 8) - Supply, Operational Contract Support (OCS), and Maintenance Modernization

Supply, Operational Contract Support (OCS), and maintenance defense systems will need to adapt to support future operational requirements. They will need to become more precise to support and maintain high levels of readiness in forward deployed equipment with a smaller logistics footprint. They will also need to support an increasingly complex matrix of logistics organizations – from operators and organic units to joint and coalition partners and commercial and civilian Government workshops.

OCS is the process of planning for and obtaining supplies, services, and construction from commercial sources in support of CCDR-directed operations, as well as CCDR-directed, single-Service activities, regardless of designation as a formal contingency operation or not. OCS is a multi-faceted, cross-functional staff activity executed primarily by the CCMD, subordinate staffs, Service components, TSOCs, and, in some cases, functional components, along with supporting CSAs. OCS is planned and integrated through cross-functional organizations and associated lead Service or joint theater support contracting-related activities. Implementing these concepts requires support in establishing requisite project planning training, installation, and technical documentation to migrate and support these capabilities into organizations, transactions, and standard processes. The Contractor must provide analytical and technical expertise in Supply, OCS, and Maintenance modernization programs.

Tasks and Deliverables at the task order level may include items similar to the following:

· Supply Program Support.

· Provide expertise and assistance in the development of strategic and operational-level policy documents for supply chain management, financial improvement, equipment accountability, and audit readiness.

· Develop and provide oversight, and conduct internal reviews, surveys, and studies of all supply-related Programs.

· Assist in the preparation and presentation of strategic briefings for all assigned supply Programs.

· Participate in HQMC I&L-led Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), working groups, and Operational Advisory Groups (OAGs).

· Department of Defense Activity Address Codes (DODAACS) Management Support.

· Provide support in tracking, monitoring and managing the Defense Logistics Agency Transaction Services (DLA-TS) DOD Activity Address Directory (DODAAD) inventory system related to the creation, deletion, validation, accuracy, and changes in authority codes for all Marine Corps units and Contract DoDAACs assignment logic.

· Provide policy oversight for Marine Corps Order (MCO 4400.201 Volume-2).

· Assist in the development and conduct of the Quarterly DoDAAC Management Work Group.

· Participate as required in the Defense Logistics Management Standards Office (DLMSO) PRC Advisory Group.

· Review and edit Marine Corps Bulletin (McBul) 5400 reports addressing issues impacting the activation/deactivation and realignment of Marine Corps unit deployment/redeployment Plans (UDPs).

· Operational Contract Support (OCS) Services

· Coordinate with the Joint Staff on deliverables related to DOTmLPF-P Change Recommendation (DCR) requirements.

· Contribute to and facilitate OCS awareness, training, and education in support of the logistics training initiative with Headquarters Marine Corps Installation and Logistics

· (HQMC, I&L).

· Support development, employment, and enhancements to OCS information systems and tools, Knowledge Management, and information sharing.

· Support development of mission analysis, analysis of the operational environment, and market analysis for vendor capabilities/capacities/vulnerabilities.

· Develop OCS concepts of support, and other products required to inform planning choices and to provide commanders with commercial support/force mix options.

· Maintenance Modernization Program Support.

· Develop strategy and plans for integration of the RCM process as a central focus of Maintenance Planning and Systems Engineering.

· Incorporate CBM+, EBM and TPM processes and enhanced Test Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE) into ground maintenance organization, scheduling, execution, and reporting.

· Research, analyze, and document the impact of migration to a Marine Air Ground Task Force (MAGTF) Technical Data Library (MTDL) to manage technical data pertinent to Maintenance, Sustainment, Systems Engineering, and Life Cycle Planning for Marine Corps ground defense systems.

· Review existing Electronic Maintenance Support System (EMSS) program requirements, goals, and strategy and assess its gaps and risks in providing the defined capabilities within its current plans and programs.

· Research and document alternative strategies to leverage emerging commercial or Government technologies or platforms to close any gaps or risks identified in the initial assessment, while identifying opportunities for enhanced capabilities or reduced cost or risk through implementation of these alternatives.

· Develop plans supporting transition to the GEMP as the program for conducting maintenance within the Marine Corps for ground equipment.

· Identify gaps and risks to the changes identified in the GEMP from existing processes or standards; develop mitigation strategies and transition plans that identify the future state for each Level of Maintenance (LoM) across each of the commodity areas.

· Develop and document an overarching strategy for management or the Maintenance Modernization program, that includes plans for each current initiative and how to migrate these initiatives into fielded programs within the EF2 I framework.

· Participate in HQMC I&L-led meetings or conferences in the National Capital Region related to the initiatives.

2. (Task Area 9) - Logistics Training Development

Logistics is a critical element for the success of the entire Marine Corps. The requirement to move troops and associated materiel is a complex and expensive industry. Currently the only way to prepare personnel for the tasks required to accomplish the mission is in formal schoolhouse education or on the job training. Selection and attendance to formal schooling does not always coincide with work assignments. On the job training, while providing valuable experience, is also high risk; untrained personnel can make costly and even dangerous errors which may require intensive resources—both dollars and personnel—to correct. Because of the dearth of logistics task-specific training, the Headquarters US Marine Corps Installation and Logistics requires contractor support to assist in the identification and development of various logistics occupational training curriculums for delivery to a globally distributed workforce. The Contractor must provide analytical and technical expertise support in order to facilitate all aspects of development and maintenance of logistics training courses.

Tasks and Deliverables at the task order level may include items similar to the following:

· Logistics Training Course Development and Maintenance.

· Provide technical support for curriculum design and development of Interactive Media Instruction (IMI) to deliver required skills training to US Marine Corps logistics and installation personnel.

· Conduct Front End Analyses (FEA) to identify specific courses to be developed in each of functional areas of logistics.

· Use the US Marine Corps Systems Approach to Training as the standard in identifying the levels of learning for each course (beginner, intermediate, and advanced), the terminal learning objectives (TLOs) within the training tracks and associated IMI interactive levels best suited for each course.

· Work with USMC Branch Chiefs of each track to identify the TLOs, training sequences, and performance expectations.

· As identified in the approved FEA, the contractor shall design, develop, configure, test, and deliver courses spanning all four instructional tracks.

· All courseware shall follow the USMC College of Distance Education and Training (CDET) MarineNet Electronic Courseware Development guidelines including MARADMIN 620/08, Technical Standards, Testing & Activation Process, and Software Baseline Requirements.

· Design each course and submit the design storyboard to a designated USMC subject matter expert (SME) for review, recommended edits, and approval prior to development.

· Developed in an iterative process allowing for alpha, beta, and final software reviews using an online review system by USMC SMEs.

2. (Task Area 10) - Data Management & Analytics Support

The Marine Corps Logistics community has identified the need and challenge of developing an analytical, repeatable, enterprise-level capability that can acquire and cleanse acquisition, cost, and performance data from Marine Corps data systems and stakeholders. Satisfying this need will enable the Marine Corps effectively maintain readiness within reduced funding levels while improving the ground equipment community's ability to make decisions in an efficient manner. Commandant, Marines Corps (CMC) Washington DC, Initiating Directive for Enterprise Ground Equipment Management (EGEM) (MARADMIN 193/15), dated 13 April 2015, intends to support this challenge by validating and providing accurate ground equipment information through a "Common Operational Picture" enabled by the EGEM Fusion Center under Deputy Commandant (DC) Installations and Logistics (I&L), Logistics Policy and Strategic Mobility Division (LP). This will be the primary reference point for ground equipment management and sustainment decision bodies to use while developing positions and recommendations. DC I&L Guidance letter of 1 October 2015 states that "EGEM will provide the means to best align USMC materiel requirements, while ensuring the Marine Corps continues to be the most cost-effective steward of the US taxpayer dollar.” The Contractor must provide analytical and technical expertise support in order to facilitate all aspects of Enterprise Ground Equipment Management.

Tasks and Deliverables at the task order level may include items similar to the following:

· EGEM Operations Analysis & Support.

· Provide subject matter expertise.

· Analyze data and generate reports.

· Perform gap & capability analyses.

· Perform financial analyses.

· Assist in developing business rules.

· Update documents, reports, etc.

· Assist in developing policy.

· Maintain SharePoint.

· Research areas and provide recommendations/reports.

· EGEM Governance Analysis & Support.

· Assist in the development and fielding of sustainable capabilities.

· Assist in planning, preparing for, facilitating and executing meetings and other forums, and documenting the results of each session through After Action Reports and Memorandums for the Record.

· Assist in the development and review of supply chain policy, doctrine, and enterprise-level strategies.

· Advise on enhancing maintenance and supply matters.

· Develop, review, and assist in the improvement of plans, concepts of operations, and assessment plans.

· Perform gap & capability analyses.

· Assist courses of action development in support of Marine Corps logistics chain program strategies, policies, and requirements.

2. (Task Area 11) - Future Operations, Strategic Mobility, Readiness, War Reserve and Prepositioning Programs Support

The office of ADC (LP) is tasked by DC I&L to develop and maintain policy, program management and innovative technology solutions covering future operations, Strategic Mobility, Readiness, War Reserve and Prepositioning Programs. Currently the enterprise lacks a reliable means to assess current and future operational plans and/or contingencies at the enterprise level. Plan assessments and the integration of independent programs into a coherent process that effectively determines Optimized Prepositioning and War Reserve inventory stocking levels, analyzes impacts of enterprise readiness, and determines optimized positioning and investment strategies will ultimately minimize investment and risk. The contractor shall be able to provide subject matter expertise, program management support, program and product analysis, modeling and simulation, playbook and analytical tool development and maintenance.

Tasks and Deliverables at the task order level may include items similar to the following:

· Future Operations, Strategic Mobility, Readiness, War Reserve, and Prepositioning Programs Subject matter Expertise Support.

· Analyze documentation & policy that governs or supports program management functions.

· Evaluate classified and unclassified plans to achieve logistics readiness objectives.

· Evaluate and support the development of optimized inventories required for war reserve and prepositioning in support of program and plan objectives.

· Provide Decision Support Framework by conducting quick turnaround studies and analysis support.

· Conduct trade-space analysis (e.g., system capability vs. readiness vs. cost) to support budgeting and resource allocation decisions for future capabilities.

· Provide program management support and participate in Operational and Integrated planning team and meetings providing technical expertise and assistance in meeting established milestone schedules.

· Document the key data elements and metrics.

· Evaluate systems and tools used for tailoring, acquisition, and lifecycle management of programs to better understand the IPT processes and the benefits.

· Product Analysis, Modeling and Simulation, Playbook and analytical tool development.

· Conduct software engineering and analysis to develop integrated playbooks, software prototypes, and analytical tools.

· Develop recommendations for new methods and practices for risk analysis informing budget and investment strategies.

· Analyze maintenance costs and spend cycles to inform readiness cost drivers.

· Provide rapid assessment of alternatives, problem solving, assigned responsibilities, and after-action assessments of logistical issues that arise.

· Develop and run modeling and simulations, analysis and documentation across the spectrum of logistic functions to support planning, decision-making and integration.

2. (Task Area 12) - Logistics Innovation/Next Generation Logistics

The ADC (LP) under DC I&L is responsible for maintaining logistical capabilities and systems management oversight to support evolving future Marine Corps operational concepts. ADC (LP) performs process management activities leading toward better business practices and workflow methodologies. The Logistics Innovation/Next Generation Logistics Cell (NexLog) mission is to explore and exploit emerging opportunities in order to rapidly transition relevant logistics capabilities to the warfighter along the following lines of effort, acceleration of measurable transition outcomes, growth of a logistics innovation network, promotion of warfighter-driven logistics innovation, and the formalization of innovation skillsets. The contractor will provide engineering research, development, testing, experimentation, and analysis to promote logistics innovation.

Tasks and Deliverables at the task order level may include items similar to the following:

· Technological Innovation.

· Identify opportunities to incorporate modern logistics technologies (I.e., additive manufacturing, unmanned logistics systems, smart logistics software, machine learning, big data analytics logistics software, etc.) and provide feedback on viable opportunities

· Attend Marine Corps, DoD, and commercial events related to technology innovation.

· Assist in drafting strategic documents, roadmaps, and briefs.

· Facilitate information sharing across public and private sector organizations.

· Develop, plan, coordinate, evaluate, and select entries for Logistics Innovation Challenge(s) for improving logistics support.

· Coordinate and manage innovation engagement events to increase awareness of NexLog’s efforts throughout the operating forces.

· Future Capabilities Development.

· Provide advocacy-led support for exploring, assessing, and transitioning future logistics capabilities into capability development processes. Processes include concepts, experimentation, programming, requirements development, and fielding integration.

· Draft and provide reports for NexLog to advocate for key capabilities to be integrated into the Joint Capabilities and Integration Development System (JCIDS).

2. (Task Area 13) - Program Management

The Contractor will execute a proactive methodology to ensure all project tasks are executed and delivered on time, of the highest quality. The Contractor shall discuss topics as they are identified and proactively initiate discussion of topics relevant to the planning for and execution of contract responsibilities. The Contractor shall establish frequent communications between appropriate organizational leadership and the contractor support staff. The Contractor will allocate resources to meet the needs of the supported organization and reallocate or add resources to meet changing and or emerging priorities. The Contractor will coordinate with the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) to ensure that designated copies of deliverables are retained in the appropriate division or branch SharePoint site.

Tasks and Deliverables at the task order level may include items similar to the following:

· Program Management Plan.

· Prepare a Program Management Plan (PMP) describing the technical approach, organizational resources, and management controls are employed to meet the cost, performance, and schedule requirements throughout task order execution. The PMP shall include a Work Breakout Structure (WBS) addressing schedule and work products.

· Provide periodic progress reviews to the COR.

· Recurring Reports.

· Develop and maintain program and project management plans and quality control plans tailored to emerging customer priorities.

· Provide program management support on a daily basis.

· Provide Activity Report(s) (AR) that is narrative description of actions accomplished and plans.

· Develop and present a formal Program Management Review (PMR) quantifying task execution highlights, plans, and issues to an audience of designated organizational representatives for discussion.

· Management.

· Provide a Status Report (SR), which will provide updates and status (from the contractor’s perspective) on program costs, project schedules, and any associated risk. Risk will be conveyed to the government in terms of resource shortfalls (people and funding) and their impact on programs or projects. The SR shall also present the accomplishments during the past month, plans for the following periods.

· Quality Control.

· Ensure the consistent delivery of quality services and goods in the execution of the defined tasks.

· Implement a quality control program to verify conformance to the contract requirements. The work shall be accomplished with adequate internal control and review procedures that will eliminate conflicts, errors and omissions, and ensure technical accuracy of deliverables.

· Update the deliverables with changes, if needed, and resubmit to the COR using the same timeframes for submittal and acceptance.

· Establish procedures to assure the quality of all products through a program of peer reviews and formal document reviews before products are released to LPV.

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