RFI DRAFT PWS.pdf

Draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) Mission Support/Front Office Support Services

13 February 2026

1.0 DESCRIPTIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS

1.1 Introduction

The Office of Naval Research (ONR) seeks to provide administrative support services for ONR Headquarters, Front Office (Code 01) and the Mission Support Directorate (Code 05).

This document is a draft for use in a request for information only.

1.2 Background

The Office of Naval Research (ONR) coordinates, executes and promotes the science and technology programs of the United States Navy and Marine Corps through schools, universities, government laboratories, non-profit and for-profit organizations. ONR formulates and executes the Naval Science and Technology (S&T) portfolio to address the most responsible and promising technology opportunities and solutions in basic, applied science and advanced technology development; transitions the most useful technologies to Acquisition and the Warfighter; and provides technical advice and information to the Chief of Naval Operations, the Secretary of the Navy, and the Department of Defense.

The ONR Front Office (Code 01) and Mission Support Directorate (Code 05) is one of the principal officials within ONR and provides a full range of executive leadership, corporate business, and logistics functions to enable the Command’s mission. The Front Office and Mission Support directorate consists of fourteen departments. The Front Office and Mission Support directorate focuses on quality and cost-effective business solutions; data and analytics optimization; effective practices and communications; ensures compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements; and recruits, develops and retains a highly professional workforce.

The contractor will furnish qualified staff to deliver program management, technical, corporate communication and coordination, financial, administrative, and general support services. These services will directly support senior ONR leaders (Code 01), the Director of Mission Support (Code 05), and department heads within Mission Support and the Front Office. This support will enable effective decision-making and efficient operations across

ONR.

1.3 Objective

The contractor will provide comprehensive technical, financial management, logistical, administrative, Human Capital, corporate strategic communication & coordination, and FOIA/records management support services to Code 01, Code 05, and its various departments.

Laborer 2 54 On-Site No

Mailroom Clerk 1 54 On-Site No

Multimedia Specialist III 1 52 On-Site COR approval

Policy Analyst III 1 05/01 On-Site COR approval

Program Analyst I 1 05 On-Site COR approval

Program Analyst II A1 1 54 On-Site COR approval

Program Analyst II A2 1 08 On-Site COR approval

Program Analyst II A3 4 05/01 On-Site COR approval

Program Analyst III A1 3 05/01 On-Site COR approval

Program Analyst Lead II 1 54 On-Site COR approval

Program Analyst Lead III 1 05 On-Site COR approval

Program Specialist I 1 53 On-Site COR approval

Program Specialist I A2 1 54 On-Site COR approval

Program Specialist I 1 59 On-Site COR approval

S&T Intelligence Liaison Office Specialist (STILO) III 1 05/OS On-Site No

Scientific Engagement Specialist II 3 52 On-Site COR approval

Scientific Engagement Specialist III 1 52 On-Site COR approval

Security Assistant II 1 05/OS On-Site No

Security Specialist 1 54 On-Site No

Strategic Communications Specialist Social Media II 1 52 On-Site COR approval

Strategic Communications Lead IV 1 52 On-Site COR approval

Strategic Communications Specialist - Historian III 1 52 On-Site COR approval

Strategic Communications Specialist I 2 52 On-Site COR approval

Supply Room Clerk 1 54 On-Site No

Asset Management Assistant I (Surge) 1 54 On-Site COR approval

Program Analyst I (Surge) 1 05/01 On-Site COR approval

Program Analyst II (Surge) 1 05/01 On-Site COR approval

Program Analyst III (Surge) S1 1 05/01 On-Site COR approval

Program Analyst III (Surge) S2 1 05/01 On-Site COR approval

Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Privacy Act (PA) Analyst I (Option 3 & 4)

1 54 On-Site COR approval

Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Privacy Act (PA) Analyst III (Option 3 & 4)

1 54 On-Site COR approval

Records Management (RM) (Option 3 & 4) 1 54 On-Site COR approval

The Contractor shall provide qualified personnel to manage and execute all aspects of the requirement.

All personnel must be U.S. citizens and should possess, have experience, and be proficient in the following:

• Commercial software packages such as Microsoft Office (in particular Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, and Outlook).

• Communicate, clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.

• Effectively communicate and interact with others.

• Working independently and collaboratively.

• Possess and maintain the required level of security clearance as described in

Section 2.0 Technical and Personnel Tasks / Requirements at time of award and during task order performance.

All contractor personnel supporting the tasks identified in this PWS shall be required to demonstrate professionally polite, proficient and effective verbal and written communications skills that are void of slang, colloquialisms and/or phases that could be interpreted as vulgar or offensive.

2.1 Asset Management Specialist (1 FTE + 1 FTE Surge) (05/54)

The support tasks for this position(s), include, but are not limited to:

1. Asset Inventory & Validation o Conduct physical inventories of government-owned equipment and facilities.

o Reconcile physical assets with system records to identify and resolve discrepancies.

o Tag and document assets in accordance with Navy property accountability standards.

2. Documentation & Record Management o Maintain organized records including acquisition receipts, transfer forms, and disposal documentation.

o Ensure all assets have complete lifecycle documentation to support audit trail requirements.

o Assist in preparing audit documentation for sampled assets.

3. System Data Integrity o Review and validate asset data in Navy systems (e.g., DPAS, ERP) for accuracy and completeness.

o Coordinate with asset managers to correct data errors or omissions.

o Monitor system updates to ensure real-time data accuracy for audit sampling.

4. Internal Controls & SOP Alignment o Assist in developing and refining Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for asset management.

o Ensure internal controls are documented and consistently followed to support audit readiness.

o Identify compliance gaps and recommend corrective actions.

5. Training & Awareness o Support training initiatives for government personnel on asset accountability procedures.

o Provide guidance on audit documentation standards and expectations.

6. Audit Liaison & Response Support o Serve as a liaison between asset management and audit teams.

o Prepare responses to audit inquiries and assist during walkthroughs or site visits.

o Track audit findings and support remediation efforts.

2.1.1.1 Asset Management Specialist Personnel Requirements

At a minimum, this position requires:

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Desired additional qualifications:

• Familiarity with DoD property accountability regulations and FIAR standards.

• Prior experience with asset management systems (DPAS, ERP).

• Prior experience supporting government audits or compliance programs.

Security Clearance: Public Trust

2.2 Classified Document Control (1 FTE) (05/54)

The support tasks for this position(s), include, but are not limited to:

1. Receive and electronically log all SECRET material coming into ONR Headquarters.

2. Input information into the Security Information Management System (SIMS) or other automated system as required.

3. Prepare necessary route sheets, receipts, and labels using electric typewriter.

4. Package (double wrap) all outgoing SECRET material.

5. Maintain files containing incoming/outgoing receipts.

6. Maintain internal Signature receipts.

7. Photocopy necessary material.

8. Maintain repository of classified documents as required.

9. Assist ONR Security Division Staff as required, including inventories, production of badges or ID cards.

10. Verify identification and utilize the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System

(DEERS)/Real-time Automated Personnel

11. Identification System (RAPIDS) to issue Common Access Cards, update database information, and reset personal identification numbers (PINs).

12. Provide SIPRNET Local Registration Authority (LRA) support.

o The LRA is an individual that assists the Users that need to reset their token PIN either through a digitally signed email or an in-person visit.

o The LRA will authenticate the identity of the User and then enable PIN reset of the Users token.

13. Assist in managing and maintaining Emergency Alert Notification system for ONR-global reach.

14. Serve as back-up to Mailroom Clerk.

15. Provide back-up to Common Access Card (CAC) Issuing Official(IO).

2.2.1 Classified Document Control Personnel Requirements

At a minimum, this position requires:

• Associate’s degree from an accredited institution and one (1) year as a classified document control clerk or a High School Diploma or GED Equivalent and three (3) years as a classified document control clerk.

• Practical understanding of Security Information Management System (SIMS) or other automated information system.

• Practical understanding of Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS) and Real-time Automated Personnel Identification System (RAPIDS).

• Current valid driver’s license; and

• Acceptable driving record as evidenced by a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.

Security Clearance: SECRET (Current or ability to obtain prior to award)

2.3 Common Access Card Issuing Official (IO) (1 FTE) (05/54)

The support tasks for this position(s), include, but are not limited to:

1. Serves as the primary Issuing Official (IO), Super Verifying Official (SVO), Verifying Official (VO), and Local Registration Authority (LRA) in the DEERS/RAPIDS/ID Card section of the Office of Naval Research Security Directorate.

2. Serves as the primary source on the rules, regulations, and directives regarding ID Cards/DEERS/RAPIDS procedures. More specifically, the contractor is responsible for the following functions: daily work completion and completing the requirements in accordance with regulations and guidelines.

3. Use the rapids workstation to issue CAC and request and download certificates prior to issuing the CAC.

4. Ensures the customer reads and signs the DD Form 2841, DOD (PKI) Registration Official Certificate of Acceptance and Acknowledgement of Responsibilities.

5. Provides the CAC recipients with the information on the electronic DD Form 2841and obtains their acknowledgement and signature by electronic means.

6. Generates the Common Access Card (CAC) for eligible military, civilian, retired civilians, contractors.

7. Generates the Teslin machine readable Uniform Services Identification Card for the remaining population which includes

8. Guard/Reserve, retired military, and dependents of military and/or foreign nationals.

9. Creates the DD Form 1172 for military dependents of geographically separated from their sponsor and official documentation is presented.

10. Issues cards to personnel classified as unmarried former spouses after verifying that they are eligible for privileges under the Former Spouses Protection Act.

11. Adds and removes dependents based on eligibility and after presentation of proper documentation.

12. Serves as a Local Registration Authority (LRA). Verifies identity and eligibility of card recipients as required by AFI 36-3026(I).

13. Primary point of contact for ensuring that the computer, printers, laminators and cameras and fingerprint identification equipment is functional and makes minor repairs that are authorized.

14. Primary point of contact for the Defense Manpower Data Center (DMDC) to resolve all issues with equipment and cases that involve DMDC input/correction to the DEERS database.

15. Responsible for the training of new employees that will work in the section that may serve as alternates.

2.3.1 Common Access Card Issuing Official (IO) Personnel Requirements

At a minimum, this position requires:

• Associate’s degree from an accredited institution and one (1) year of relevant experience as a security specialist or a High School Diploma or GED Equivalent and three (3) years of functional experience as a security specialist.

• Functional Knowledge of (1) Defense Information System for Security (DISS) or (2) other automated database systems.

• Functional knowledge of Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS) and Real-time Automated Personnel Identification System (RAPIDS).

Security Clearance: SECRET (Current or ability to obtain prior to award)

2.4 Digital Engagement Strategist III (1 FTE) 05/52

1. Assist in the development and execution of strategic communication plans, including message writing, validation and integration in communication products. This includes developing/assisting in the planning, writing and layout/design of an annual communication strategy; planning, writing and layout/design of a monthly tactical communication document; collecting and analyzing metrics for assessment of communication initiatives using Excel spreadsheets and other tools.

2. Develop and create professional speech and feature-length writing. This includes ghostwriting (seven hundred fifty) 750 to three thousand (3,000) word articles for ONR leadership.

3. Edit feature articles written by ONR subject matter experts to comply with editorial standards of preferred stakeholder communication publications and platforms.

4. Prepare presentations for the CNR and ONR leadership in support of for about sixty (60) speaking engagements per year to include development of messages to align ONR initiatives as outlined in the Science and Technology Strategic Plan with DON leadership/stakeholder and partnership messages. The writing support shall be developed in both traditional Word and PowerPoint formats.

5. Provide timely writing, editing, and media relations support for command activities and special events. These command activities shall include, but are not limited to, the activities outlined in 1.2.1 of this performance work statement.

6. Support the preparation of news releases, articles, social media content, storyboards for video products, preparatory content for video interviews, response-to-query statements, communication/media plans, fact sheets, backgrounders, white papers, key messages, anticipated question-and-answer sheets, email and public announcements or displays, media style photography, event scripts, infographics, talking points, speeches, briefing materials, quarterly reports, issue papers, metrics data, and management information reports, media escort, and monitoring of media interviews.

7. Provide the content in accordance with appropriate style guides, including, but not limited to Associated Press, Navy and ONR styles, and require a minimal amount of editing or rework.

8. Provide internal communication support, including professional journalistic writing, editing and design support.

9. Support writing, editing, and layout support for the command’s weekly (ONR Snapshot) newsletter using Adobe In Design software for release to ONR employees.

10. Provide other writing and editing of other written Public Affairs products such as press releases and communication plans as needed.

11. Responsible for development of a strategic communication calendar for ONR and CSC, and maintenance of communication documents on the shared drive.

12. Provide external communications support.

13. Support receiving and cataloging media and public inquiries and coordinating responses with appropriate ONR/DON subject matter experts.

14. Assist in the planning and executing of the release of information on significant, pertinent and timely ONR events for placement in media outlets valued as a credible source by ONR customers and stakeholders.

15. Provide risk communication support.

16. Use science-based risk communications principals and strategies to help define communications needs, planning, execution and to shape ONR messaging with internal and external stakeholders to include government, academia, industry, and the public.

17. Provide multimedia documentation and presentation, including audiovisual and photographic production and editing.

18. Provide multimedia support for approximately fifteen (15) three-to-five (3 to 5) minute videos on ONR-sponsored technology to support command communication goals.

Government equipment may be provided for this effort.

19. Support on-site audiovisual documentation and feature-length products for up to four

(4) events per year using contractor furnished equipment. Products will be used for multiple outlets including video news releases, posting on ONR web site and other communication products. Material must be edited into a professional audiovisual product in accordance with industry audiovisual standards; adhere to Section 508 standards; and be usable by commercial news outlets when specified.

20. Provide timely multi-media, desktop publishing, and presentation support to meet ONR Corporate Strategic Communication Department requirements. Such support includes creating, editing, designing, formatting, and maintaining internet and intranet pages, blogs, social media websites, newsletters, newspapers, magazines, graphic design and artwork, infographics, video production, photographs, photo captions, video descriptions, social media content, articles, audiovisual presentations, video news releases, “b-roll” video clips, and videotaping in support of communication products and services.

21. Provide multi-media support for digital media using appropriate software including but not limited to: Adobe Creative Cloud Suite including Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Bridge, Apple Motion and/or Adobe After Effects, Apple DVD Studio Pro, Apple Color, Apple Live Type or new versions or upgrades as required.

22. Provide content in accordance with appropriate style guides, including, but not limited to Associated Press, Navy and ONR styles.

23. Generate timely content and provide editing for still photography, videography, story development and production, scriptwriting, subject matter expert, on camera interviews, digital video conversion from one file format to another, skill in color correction and processing of print and informational imagery. Typical assignments may include but not limited to video and still photography for internal/external communication products, video news releases, ceremonies, infographics, special events, ground testing and demonstrations, conferences and symposiums, community activities, crisis events, and other assignments as requested.

24. Responsible for consistently upgrading and maintaining technical skills and capabilities in the application of new technologies and software. The contractor shall provide content in accordance with appropriate style guides, including, but not limited to Associated Press, Navy and ONR styles.

25. Responsible for the overall production and management of ONR national and international exhibits with the guidance and direction of the CSC Director.

26. Coordinate with sponsoring organization or interface with the lead show organizers, companies and vendors that will provide the services required by the exhibitors.

27. Analyzes existing goals, programs, and recommends improvements.

28. Assist in the management of trade shows and exhibitions to achieve marketing goals.

29. Assist in the managing of the preparation of design, layout, cost estimates, and construction of exhibits and trade show displays.

30. Assist in the management of exhibits within approved budget provided by the CSC

Director.

o Assist in the execution of the command exhibit program, including supporting the development of yearly exhibit themes and collateral material for up to forty

(40) national/international events, such as Sea Air Space, Modern Day Marine, National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), American Geophysical Union (AGU), Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association WEST, Maritime/Air Systems & Technologies (MAST), Pacific Operational Science and Technology (POST), various national STEM and industry events, Fleet Weeks, Navy Weeks and other exhibits, as required.

o Perform other duties include storing, maintaining, shipping and setting up all ONR display systems, and assisting in the development and management of conference and exhibiting budgets.

o Responsible for the coordination of securing and renting exhibit space with CSC Director approval through Other Direct Costs, attending design and working group meetings, handling all administrative manners associated with exposition planning (i.e. defining drayage, electrical, LAN hookups), identifying and leasing exhibit hardware, digital signage hardware/software, printing of five to eight (5-8) graphic elements/panel, using pre-existing templates for display materials and making recommendations for government approval.

o Perform web management support, including content management, social media support and web site improvement coordination extending across the digital operation, encompassing desktops, mobile phones and other portable devices.

31. Provide web content management support to government employees for the ONR public web site and Intranet using the Site Corp or other Content Management System for the public facing website (www.onr.navy.mil).

32. Provide development and support of customized content management tools, managing two (2) three hundred plus (300+) page websites (one (1) internal, one (1) external) consistent with professional industry standards and adherent to DoN and DoD policy and guidelines, under the supervision of a government official responsible for approving content.

o Research and analyze available social and mobile media tools. This includes Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, news aggregators, SMS messaging, YouTube, blogging, and other emerging forms of digital media.

o Manage communications campaigns across entire the organization using native and third party analytics tools.

o Track, monitor, and report on search metrics.

o Interact with services to tailor campaigns to specific news events or coverage areas. The contractor shall provide social media expertise for creating new ways to use the media to carry out the organization's missions and goals.

o Increase visibility of the organization through social media with stakeholder engagements to help with the advancement of the organization’s mission of science and technology.

o Utilize metrics tools to assess visits and page views, bounce rates, average time spent, geography of readership, and other relevant measures of success.

o Determine causes of problems and pursue opportunities and follow-on assessments regarding the organization’s use of online platforms.

33. Provide journalistic quality photography in support of one hundred to two hundred (100 to 200) distinct events each year, which may require travel, portrait shots and capture of technology development, testing and demonstrations co-located with ONR partners.

34. Capture photography in a journalistic style in digital format using Government Furnished Equipment or the Contractor’s own equipment if it is determined to be acceptable.

35. Provide photographs that are properly cropped, edited, and captioned according to Navy Style guidelines in order to support archival and search/find of specific photo events on Government Furnished Equipment for use in other command public affairs products.

36. Provide general executive assistant support to the office including answering general phone line, researching news clippings and distribution, tracking assigned taskers, word processing, general filing, and assisting with country clearances.

37. Support the scheduling of conferences and exhibits, constituent service, and coordination of communication meetings and events.

38. Support all local community outreach displays.

39. Produce support material for the ONR exhibits. These materials shall meet the specifications of the ONR exhibit design and structure. Support includes design, manufacturing, and delivery to government or agreed upon storage location. Examples of printing and exhibit support materials that cannot be done through internal ONR channels may include large signage, banners, specialty brochures or pamphlets, and other items not easily defined.

40. Obtain approval from CSC Director prior to initiating of any printing requirement outside ONR internal channels.

41. Support planning and execution of local community outreach events.

42. Facilitate interactions between scientists and local communities including school visits by scientists and student tours of research facilities.

43. Place primary emphasis on Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) related initiatives designed to raise public awareness and increase student interest in Navy Science and Technology programs.

44. Serve as Dept. 52’s primary liaison with the Navy’s STEM office located within ONR.

45. Document and memorialize ONR's historical scientific achievements with foundational scientific linkages to current products/systems/operational doctrine of previous ONR investments.

46. Conduct archival research to create a range of products and outreach programs dealing with historical programs.

47. Ensure current documents and personal experiences at ONR are compiled and analyzed comprehensively and, when required, provide transcription services.

48. Systematically examine documents on current programs to build understanding of ONR's accomplishments, creating a range of products and outreach programs, including command publications, articles, monographs, oral histories, video documentaries, educational teaching aids, and other materials. These duties require frequent interactions with the transcriptionist to provide material for transcription.

49. Provide word-to-word or verbatim transcription services to document recorded English speeches and interviews into a text document. This support shall be completed with audio and video files provided by the customer. Each transcribed file shall be completed with accuracy to allow for easy recall or lookup of desired information by all persons including the hearing impaired or deaf.

50. Assist the CSC Director in the planning, coordination and management of conference and events that are deemed necessary to advance the mission of Naval science and technology as well as research and development. These tasks shall be executed through the development and maintenance of a database of facilities and resources available:

o Maintain a corporate calendar specifically for tracking all of ONR conference and events; Provide event guidance and assistance directly to ONR senior leaders and program staff with distinguished visitors and very important person visits.

o Conduct site surveys for potential events to help the CSC Director to select hotel venues based on best value to the government.

o Develop announcements, invitations and other conference promotional materials that would be transmitted via mail, fax, emails and online platforms.

o Co-develop the design and production of conference materials (handout materials, papers, speaker bios, etc.) with graphics staff.

o Manage vendors and rooming lists.

o Obtain quotes for event space and audiovisual services.

o Collaborate with ONR co-sponsors to create and help to compile information for conference notebooks, conference summary reports, proceedings and CDs.

o Provide professional input on agenda structure, room sets and A/V set up.

o Maintain conference archives with memorandums for the record and after-action reports.

o Populate and maintain up-to-date database of ongoing conference and events pertinent to the ONR mission.

o Deliver on-site support of both CLASSIFIED and UNCLASSIFIED conferences, meetings and events, as needed.

o Attend local and travel to attend out-of-area meetings as necessary.

o Prepare reports and white papers to help leadership make informed decisions regarding various aspects of conference and event support.

o Assist ONR sponsors with invitational travel as needed.

o Perform general and administrative duties; and support ONR’s exhibit program, as needed.

o Capture photographic still imagery and prepare draft written copy for web, social media and official correspondence to support promotional marketing and outreach needs related to conferences and events.

51. In addition to assisting the CSC Director in the planning, coordination and management of conference and events, the contractor shall prepare conference attendance and hosting reports, conference approval packages with official routing; liaise with ONR leadership, ASN RD&A and DON AA regarding conferences and attendance submissions, approvals and current guidance; and prepare recommended guidance and training materials on determination of conferences and attendance requirements for the Dept. 52 director and ONR leadership and command staff.

2.4.1 Digital Engagement Strategist III Personnel Requirements

At a minimum, this position requires:

• Candidates shall have a bachelor’s degree from a fully accredited institution in a related field of study (such as communications or journalism) and must have at least ten (10) years of experience as a communicator or writer in support of various unique, specialized organizational goals.

o The requirement for a bachelor’s degree may be waived if the proposed candidate has at least fifteen (15) years of experience as a communicator or writer in support of various unique, specialized organizational goals

• Candidate must provide a screenshot sample of previously published material in support of a past social media campaign, which shall be attached to resume.

• Must be thoroughly familiar and proficient in the use of commercial software packages such as Adobe InDesign Suite.

• A working knowledge of video streaming is required.

• Must be proficient in the use of Site Corp Content Management System or similar content management software, Web Management software, Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager and various metadata management.

• Working level knowledge of video streaming is required.

• Must have expert understanding, and extensive hands-on experience with account creation, manipulation, execution and leading information and influencer campaigns on social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Flickr, and other emerging forms of digital and social media.

• Must have excellent professional writing skills and verbal communications skills.

• Demonstrate competence representing organizations of departmental, national and international interests via multimedia and face-to-face venues, such as print, broadcast and exhibit formats.

• A working level knowledge of video streaming.

• Ability to convey meaningful messages related to the organizational mission of scientific research, technology discovery and invention that leads to transition of the acquisition community.

• Must have knowledge and experience with digital support of national and international events.

• Ability to effectively write for online applications.

• Some travel will be required in support of ONR events.

Security Clearance: SECRET (Current or ability to obtain prior to award)

2.5 Driver/Courier (1 FTE) (05/54)

The support tasks for this position(s), include, but are not limited to:

1. Daily scheduled courier/messenger trips, via Government furnished vehicle, to pick up and deliver documents, materials, supplies, etc. to government/commercial activities throughout the Washington, DC metropolitan area.

2. Emergency courier/messenger trips, via Government furnished vehicle, to pick up and deliver documents, materials, supplies, etc. to government/commercial activities throughout the Washington, DC metro area as directed.

3. Exercise judgment and care in loading, arranging and securing cargo, and the choice of routes.

4. Maintain daily trip records/logs.

5. Transport Government vehicle to Public Works for servicing as required.

6. Provide backup support for supply room clerk as needed.

7. Assist laborers as needed.

2.5.1 Driver/Courier Personnel Requirements

At a minimum, this position requires:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.

• Current valid driver’s license. and

• Acceptable driving record as evidenced by a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.

Security Clearance: SECRET (Current or ability to obtain prior to award)

2.6 Engineering Technician IV (1 FTE) 05/54

The support tasks for this position(s), include, but are not limited to:

1. Prepare concept plans for office renovations.

2. Prepare layouts for furniture and equipment.

3. Prepare completed construction drawings and specifications suitable for contracting.

4. Receive and investigate building trouble calls from ONR staff and coordinate with the

Lessor's Building Engineer staff to resolve problems.

5. Assist the ONR Facilities Engineer in management of facility projects.

6. Review and update ONR space assignments, room numbering systems, and floor master plans.

7. Assist the ONR Facilities Engineer and the Safety Officer in the correction of safety and environmental deficiencies.

2.6.1 Engineering Technician IV Personnel Requirements

At a minimum, this position requires:

• An associate’s degree from an accredited institution in engineering technology and five (5) years of relevant experience as an engineering technician or two (2) a National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies and ten (10) years of relevant experience as an engineering technician.

Security Clearance: None

2.7 Exhibits Director (1 FTE) 05/52

1. Assist in the development and execution of strategic communication plans, including message writing, validation and integration in communication products. This includes developing/assisting in the planning, writing and layout/design of an annual communication strategy; planning, writing and layout/design of a monthly tactical communication document; collecting and analyzing metrics for assessment of communication initiatives using Excel spreadsheets and other tools.

2. Develop and create professional speech and feature-length writing. This includes ghostwriting (seven hundred fifty) 750 to three thousand (3,000) word articles for ONR leadership.

3. Edit feature articles written by ONR subject matter experts to comply with editorial standards of preferred stakeholder communication publications and platforms.

4. Prepare presentations for the CNR and ONR leadership in support of for about sixty (60) speaking engagements per year to include development of messages to align ONR initiatives as outlined in the Science and Technology Strategic Plan with DON leadership/stakeholder and partnership messages. The writing support shall be developed in both traditional Word and PowerPoint formats.

5. Provide timely writing, editing, and media relations support for command activities and special events. These command activities shall include, but are not limited to, the activities outlined in 1.2.1 of this performance work statement.

6. Support the preparation of news releases, articles, social media content, storyboards for video products, preparatory content for video interviews, response-to-query statements, communication/media plans, fact sheets, backgrounders, white papers, key messages, anticipated question-and-answer sheets, email and public announcements or displays, media style photography, event scripts, infographics, talking points, speeches, briefing materials, quarterly reports, issue papers, metrics data, and management information reports, media escort, and monitoring of media interviews.

7. Provide the content in accordance with appropriate style guides, including, but not limited to Associated Press, Navy and ONR styles, and require a minimal amount of editing or rework.

8. Provide internal communication support, including professional journalistic writing, editing and design support.

9. Support writing, editing, and layout support for the command’s weekly (ONR Snapshot) newsletter using Adobe In Design software for release to ONR employees.

10. Provide other writing and editing of other written Public Affairs products such as press releases and communication plans as needed.

11. Responsible for development of a strategic communication calendar for ONR and CSC, and maintenance of communication documents on the shared drive.

12. Provide external communications support.

13. Support receiving and cataloging media and public inquiries and coordinating responses with appropriate ONR/DON subject matter experts.

14. Assist in the planning and executing of the release of information on significant, pertinent and timely ONR events for placement in media outlets valued as a credible source by ONR customers and stakeholders.

15. Provide risk communication support.

16. Use science-based risk communications principals and strategies to help define communications needs, planning, execution and to shape ONR messaging with internal and external stakeholders to include government, academia, industry, and the public.

17. Provide multimedia documentation and presentation, including audiovisual and photographic production and editing.

18. Provide multimedia support using Government-Furnished equipment for approximately fifteen (15) three-to-five (3 to 5) minute videos on ONR-sponsored technology to support command communication goals.

19. Support on-site audiovisual documentation and feature-length products for up to four

(4) events per year using contractor furnished equipment. Products will be used for multiple outlets including video news releases, posting on ONR web site and other communication products. Material must be edited into a professional audiovisual product in accordance with industry audiovisual standards; adhere to Section 508 standards; and be usable by commercial news outlets when specified.

20. Provide timely multi-media, desktop publishing, and presentation support to meet ONR Corporate Strategic Communication Department requirements. Such support includes creating, editing, designing, formatting, and maintaining internet and intranet pages, blogs, social media websites, newsletters, newspapers, magazines, graphic design and artwork, infographics, video production, photographs, photo captions, video descriptions, social media content, articles, audiovisual presentations, video news releases, “b-roll” video clips, and videotaping in support of communication products and services.

21. Provide multi-media support for digital media using appropriate software including but not limited to: Adobe Creative Cloud Suite including Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Bridge, Apple Motion and/or Adobe After Effects, Apple DVD Studio Pro, Apple Color, Apple Live Type or new versions or upgrades as required.

22. Provide content in accordance with appropriate style guides, including, but not limited to Associated Press, Navy and ONR styles.

23. Generate timely content and provide editing for still photography, videography, story development and production, scriptwriting, subject matter expert, on camera interviews, digital video conversion from one file format to another, skill in color correction and processing of print and informational imagery. Typical assignments may include but not limited to video and still photography for internal/external communication products, video news releases, ceremonies, infographics, special events, ground testing and demonstrations, conferences and symposiums, community activities, crisis events, and other assignments as requested.

24. Responsible for consistently upgrading and maintaining technical skills and capabilities in the application of new technologies and software. The contractor shall provide content in accordance with appropriate style guides, including, but not limited to Associated Press, Navy and ONR styles.

25. Responsible for the overall production and management of ONR national and international exhibits with the guidance and direction of the CSC Director.

26. Coordinate with sponsoring organization or interface with the lead show organizers, companies and vendors that will provide the services required by the exhibitors.

27. Analyzes existing goals, programs, and recommends improvements.

28. Assist in the management of trade shows and exhibitions to achieve marketing goals.

29. Assist in the managing of the preparation of design, layout, cost estimates, and construction of exhibits and trade show displays.

30. Assist in the management of exhibits within approved budget provided by the CSC

Director.

o Assist in the execution of the command exhibit program, including supporting the development of yearly exhibit themes and collateral material for up to forty

(40) national/international events, such as Sea Air Space, Modern Day Marine, National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), American Geophysical Union (AGU), Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association WEST, Maritime/Air Systems & Technologies (MAST), Pacific Operational Science and Technology (POST), various national STEM and industry events, Fleet Weeks, Navy Weeks and other exhibits, as required.

o Perform other duties include storing, maintaining, shipping and setting up all ONR display systems, and assisting in the development and management of conference and exhibiting budgets.

o Responsible for the coordination of securing and renting exhibit space with CSC Director approval through Other Direct Costs, attending design and working group meetings, handling all administrative manners associated with exposition planning (i.e. defining drayage, electrical, LAN hookups), identifying and leasing exhibit hardware, digital signage hardware/software, printing of five to eight (5-8) graphic elements/panel, using pre-existing templates for display materials and making recommendations for government approval.

o Perform web management support, including content management, social media support and web site improvement coordination extending across the digital operation, encompassing desktops, mobile phones and other portable devices.

31. Provide web content management support to government employees for the ONR public web site and Intranet using the Site Corp or other Content Management System for the public facing website (www.onr.navy.mil).

32. Provide development and support of customized content management tools, managing two (2) three hundred plus (300+) page websites (one (1) internal, one (1) external) consistent with professional industry standards and adherent to DoN and DoD policy and guidelines, under the supervision of a government official responsible for approving content.

o Research and analyze available social and mobile media tools. This includes Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, news aggregators, SMS messaging, YouTube, blogging, and other emerging forms of digital media.

o Manage communications campaigns across entire the organization using native and third party analytics tools.

o Track, monitor, and report on search metrics.

o Interact with services to tailor campaigns to specific news events or coverage areas. The contractor shall provide social media expertise for creating new ways to use the media to carry out the organization's missions and goals.

o Increase visibility of the organization through social media with stakeholder engagements to help with the advancement of the organization’s mission of science and technology.

o Utilize metrics tools to assess visits and page views, bounce rates, average time spent, geography of readership, and other relevant measures of success.

o Determine causes of problems and pursue opportunities and follow-on assessments regarding the organization’s use of online platforms.

33. Provide journalistic quality photography in support of one hundred to two hundred (100 to 200) distinct events each year, which may require travel, portrait shots and capture of technology development, testing and demonstrations co-located with ONR partners.

34. Capture photography in a journalistic style in digital format using Government Furnished Equipment or the Contractor’s own equipment if it is determined to be acceptable.

35. Provide photographs that are properly cropped, edited, and captioned according to Navy Style guidelines in order to support archival and search/find of specific photo events on Government Furnished Equipment for use in other command public affairs products.

36. Provide general executive assistant support to the office including answering general phone line, researching news clippings and distribution, tracking assigned taskers, word processing, general filing, and assisting with country clearances.

37. Support the scheduling of conferences and exhibits, constituent service, and coordination of communication meetings and events.

38. Support all local community outreach displays.

39. Produce support material for the ONR exhibits. These materials shall meet the specifications of the ONR exhibit design and structure. Support includes design, manufacturing, and delivery to government or agreed upon storage location. Examples of printing and exhibit support materials that cannot be done through internal ONR channels may include large signage, banners, specialty brochures or pamphlets, and other items not easily defined.

40. Obtain approval from CSC Director prior to initiating of any printing requirement outside ONR internal channels.

41. Support planning and execution of local community outreach events.

42. Facilitate interactions between scientists and local communities including school visits by scientists and student tours of research facilities.

43. Place primary emphasis on Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) related initiatives designed to raise public awareness and increase student interest in Navy Science and Technology programs.

44. Serve as Dept. 52’s primary liaison with the Navy’s STEM office located within ONR.

45. Document and memorialize ONR's historical scientific achievements with foundational scientific linkages to current products/systems/operational doctrine of previous ONR investments.

46. Conduct archival research to create a range of products and outreach programs dealing with historical programs.

47. Ensure current documents and personal experiences at ONR are compiled and analyzed comprehensively and, when required, provide transcription services.

48. Systematically examine documents on current programs to build understanding of ONR's accomplishments, creating a range of products and outreach programs, including command publications, articles, monographs, oral histories, video documentaries, educational teaching aids, and other materials. These duties require frequent interactions with the transcriptionist to provide material for transcription.

49. Provide word-to-word or verbatim transcription services to document recorded English speeches and interviews into a text document. This support shall be completed with audio and video files provided by the customer. Each transcribed file shall be completed with accuracy to allow for easy recall or lookup of desired information by all persons including the hearing impaired or deaf.

50. Assist the CSC Director in the planning, coordination and management of conference and events that are deemed necessary to advance the mission of Naval science and technology as well as research and development. These tasks shall be executed through the development and maintenance of a database of facilities and resources available:

o Maintain a corporate calendar specifically for tracking all of ONR conference and events; Provide event guidance and assistance directly to ONR senior leaders and program staff with distinguished visitors and very important person visits.

o Conduct site surveys for potential events to help the CSC Director to select hotel venues based on best value to the government.

o Develop announcements, invitations and other conference promotional materials that would be transmitted via mail, fax, emails and online platforms.

o Co-develop the design and production of conference materials (handout materials, papers, speaker bios, etc.) with graphics staff.

o Manage vendors and rooming lists.

o Obtain quotes for event space and audiovisual services.

o Collaborate with ONR co-sponsors to create and help to compile information for conference notebooks, conference summary reports, proceedings and CDs.

o Provide professional input on agenda structure, room sets and A/V set up.

o Maintain conference archives with memorandums for the record and after-action reports.

o Populate and maintain up-to-date database of ongoing conference and events pertinent to the ONR mission.

o Deliver on-site support of both CLASSIFIED and UNCLASSIFIED conferences, meetings and events, as needed.

o Attend local and travel to attend out-of-area meetings as necessary.

o Prepare reports and white papers to help leadership make informed decisions regarding various aspects of conference and event support.

o Assist ONR sponsors with invitational travel as needed.

o Perform general and administrative duties; and support ONR’s exhibit program, as needed.

o Capture photographic still imagery and prepare draft written copy for web, social media and official correspondence to support promotional marketing and outreach needs related to conferences and events.

51. In addition to assisting the CSC Director in the planning, coordination and management of conference and events, the contractor shall prepare conference attendance and hosting reports, conference approval packages with official routing; liaise with ONR leadership, ASN RD&A and DON AA regarding conferences and attendance submissions, approvals and current guidance; and prepare recommended guidance and training materials on determination of conferences and attendance…