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STATEMENT OF WORK

ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR STEALH TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT

1.0 OBJECTIVE

The purpose of this task order is to provide scientific, engineering, technical and programmatic support for stealth technology development, ship design applications, and fleet support implementation under the VIRGINIA Class, Ohio Replacement Program, advanced tactical submarine development, surface and advanced naval vehicles, advanced ship concepts, stealth/survivability programs and other technical Navy programs associated with the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division (NSWCCD).

2.0 INTRODUCTION

The mission of the Signatures Department of the NSWCCD is to assure that surface ships, submarines, and other Navy vehicles have signature characteristics which will ensure their operational superiority over other navies. In support of the mission, the Department conducts research and development (R&D) in the fields of underwater acoustic and non-acoustic signature control and reduction. It supports the Fleet in establishing signature requirements, and oversees fundamental research and applied research in hydro-acoustics, structural acoustics, mechanical vibrations, target strength reduction, electromagnetics, radar cross section (RCS) reduction, infrared reduction, electro-optical (EO) detection, and advanced signal processing. As a result of this work, recommendations are made for the reduction of the signatures of existing classes of ships and submarines, and guidance is provided on how to incorporate advanced signature control technologies into the design and construction of new vessels.

The Department conducts full-scale and model-scale acoustic, vibration, radar cross section, electromagnetic, infrared, and electro-optical measurements on ships and submarines. To accomplish the tasks, new techniques and data acquisition systems are developed for measuring the characteristics of signatures, including radiated noise, target strength, sonar self-noise, RCS, infrared, and EO. From this work, operational and maintenance guidance is provided to the Fleet.

2.1 IMPLEMENTATION

The Contractor shall provide the personnel and expertise necessary to accomplish the work within the task areas described in this Statement of Work (SOW). These efforts will be implemented through the issuance of written Technical Instructions (TIs). NSWCCD, through the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), will provide any Government Furnished Information (GFI) necessary for task performance as required.

3.0 SCOPE OF WORK

The Contractor must have the ability to evaluate advanced technologies, to define and assess specific technology issues/initiatives and approaches, and to provide recommendations and implementation/support documentation to realize acoustic/non-acoustic signature and survivability technology potentials and achieve program/project performance, technical, schedule and cost objectives. The unique cost reduction, special mission performance, design interoperability, and major technical issues of the forgoing programs shall be considered to achieve the acquisition cost containment, operational performance, and established program/project goals.

3.1 SUBMARINE AND SURFACE SHIP SIGNATURES PROGRAM SUPPORT

3.1.1. The Contractor shall demonstrate expertise with U.S. Navy submarine and surface ship acoustic and non-acoustic signatures and signature reduction technologies. In order to facilitate effective and affordable control of ship signatures, the Contractor shall provide engineering services to support all past, current, and future submarines and surface ships with regards to: hull radiated noise and associated transfer functions; propulsion signatures and the main propulsion complex; structural acoustics; hydro-acoustics and hydrodynamics; target strength; platform noise, sonar self-noise, structure-borne noise, and on-board noise monitoring; and electromagnetic, infrared (IR), electro optical (EO), and other non-acoustic signatures.

3.1.2. The Contractor shall understand the Navy’s requirements for stealth, survivability, and sustainability. The Contractor shall perform analyses and reviews in support of the definition, establishment, evaluation, and implementation of new submarine and surface ship stealth/survivability/sustainability initiatives. The Contractor shall provide technical support for these initiatives as they progress from inception through each phase of development, including basic Science and Technology (S&T), all aspects of Design, Research and Development (R&D), and full-scale evaluations, including operational performance. That support shall include: the generation and evaluation of requirements; evaluations of technology maturity, risk, practicality, transition feasibility, and related assessments and analysis; numerical modeling; physical scale modeling; and design, fabrication, or acquisition of hardware with documented procedures to support formal Test and Evaluation and operational fleet support.

3.1.3 The Contractor shall analyze acoustic and non-acoustic signature reduction and survivability program elements and assess technical performance, cost, schedule, design, and other related parameters. The Contractor should also review potential acoustic and non-acoustic signature reduction experiments, research, and the technological applications of design support computational tools. The Contractor shall review fleet generated requirements for operational submarine signature design improvements and new technology R&D. Recommendations shall be developed for technical and scientific initiatives and for R&D program approaches to achieve program goals. The Contractor shall conduct analysis of operational performance and identify signature-related factors pertaining to operational results. The Contractor shall also conduct analysis of detection and detectability (D&D) scenarios. Support will include the review and analysis of submarine stealth performance issues and goals for acoustics, underwater electromagnetics, and other non-acoustic signatures against defined threats, as well as providing recommendations on data acquisition, data processing, and analysis.

3.1.4 The Contractor shall provide engineering analysis, prediction, modeling, and design for signature control techniques or technologies. The Contractor will review and evaluate stealth technologies for incorporation into future designs, and conduct technology, risk, and cost trade-off studies. The Contractor will also review and analyze the physical properties of materials and their applications for the control or reduction of ship signatures, or for sustainability improvements, including development of new materials. Assessments shall pertain to the cost-effective specification, acquisition, testing, installation, maintenance, and disposal of materials.

3.1.5 The Contractor will participate in signature measurements and support the acquisition, processing, analysis, and documentation of measured data. The Contractor shall design, develop, and support systems used for the measurement, acquisition, processing, and analysis of ship signature data, as well as ensure that systems conform to latest IT/IA standards. The Contractor shall generate plans for and reports of laboratory, model-scale, and full-scale tests. To support technology development projects, the Contractor shall: develop and design test support apparatus and experiments, including test fixture material procurement and integration; conduct test planning and execution; and develop sensor layouts. The Contractor shall also participate in testing and analysis for ship design concepts and approaches to support achievement of operational mission requirements. Responsibilities will include organization of and participation in full-scale and model-scale test and evaluation events, as well as evaluation and documentation of test results.

3.1.6 The Contractor shall provide technical support for fleet operations including signature trials, Technical Onboard Monitoring Assists (TOMA), and other fleet operational requirements as necessary. The Contactor shall support ship acoustic signature maintenance, the conduct of ship surveys, and research of emergent noise issues that may be considered for evaluation, acquisition, and analysis of ship signature data. Performance will include providing expert support to acquire and analyze signature data including radiated noise, sonar self-noise, platform noise, structure-borne noise, target strength measurements, Radar Cross Section (RCS) measurements, IR or EO measurements, and other special or emergent signatures data. The Contractor shall provide recommendations during both the planning and data acquisition phases of fleet support operations. Tasking will include preparation of plans and agendas for trials and experiments (A003). The Contractor shall also prepare post-event summaries, charts, graphic comparisons, presentations, and reports (A002).

3.2 ACOUSTIC INTELLIGENCE (ACINT) PROGRAM SUPPORT

3.2.1 The Contractor shall support ACINT data acquisition program operations and fleet support responsibilities by developing and documenting technical recommendations to support achievement of program goals. The Contractor shall also develop analysis assessments, recommendations, and support documentation for ongoing submarine ACINT certification efforts. Program support will also include developing, compiling, and assessing data pertaining to the specification, development, and application of data collection systems and signature measurement systems.

3.2.2 Support for the ACINT program may also include definition, establishment, evaluation, and implementation of new signature initiatives that help facilitate the achievement of operational mission requirements and needs. This may require the contractor to support certification initiatives by conducting technology maturity, capability, ACINT certification feasibility, and related assessments for signature measurement technology.

3.2.3 The Contractor may be required to design, fabricate, and install equipment to support system operations. Tasking may include performance of engineering and data analyses in support of signature measurement experimental and test activities, participation in ACINT measurement and support systems development, and systems analysis and sonar system/sensor/ collection system certification development.

3.3 TECHNICAL PROJECT MANAGEMENT SUPPORT

The Contractor shall provide technical project management support in accordance with the technical tasking outlined in the SOW. Project support is required to assist the Government in planning and executing core requirements. The Contractor shall perform analysis and conduct documentation preparation to support the review and assessment of technical and operational policies (A004) and procedures and provide recommendations to the Government regarding compliance with and achievement of their objectives and goals. The Contractor shall assist in the development, maintenance, and update of relevant programmatic monitoring procedures.

The Contractor shall be required to provide inputs to project management support documentation including, but not limited to, Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M), individual task management plans, Task Planning Sheets, project master plans, Future Year Defense Plans, program evaluation reviews, progress reports, test execution and evaluation plans, and other program planning support documentation as necessary(A002) (A003). The Contractor shall also be required to support the development of technical requirements, system component specifications, systems engineering documentation, program and system quality objectives, policy compliance documentation, and internal control documentation (A002).

3.4 MEDIA TRANSFER AGENT REQUIREMENTS

The Contractor shall perform duties of a Media Transfer Agent (MTA) for transfer of classified data to removable media. Accordingly, the contractor shall ensure personnel performing duties involving transferring of classified data to removable media have the proper training and approval to perform MTA functions IAW CARDEROCKDIVINST 5510.12 (or most current). MTAs shall have the appropriate security clearance IAW with the Form DD 254.

4.0 PROGRAM MANAGEMENT

The Contractor shall maintain a management structure and management reporting system that ensures proper and timely performance, delivery, and completion of all contract requirements. The Contractor shall appoint a Program Manager to act as the focal point for all communications between the Contractor and Government. The Program Manager shall have overall responsibility for accomplishing the efforts under each Technical Instruction. The Contractor shall provide personnel and technical data to support periodic program review meetings scheduled by the Government regarding any work related to this contract, and maintain records of the proceedings.

The Contractor shall provide a monthly status report documenting technical and financial progress on the Task Order (A001).

5.0 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED INFORMATION, MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT

All Government Furnished Information, Material, and Equipment shall be specified in the individual Technical Instructions. All Government Furnished Information is the property of the U.S. Government and shall not be transferred to any individual or agency public or private without the express written approval of the originating Contracting Officer except as required for the specific performance of tasks under this contract.

6.0 TRAVEL

Performance of the task shall require frequent travel to NSWCCD and a number of other activities within and beyond the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area for the purpose of obtaining data and documentation, presenting and discussing technical issues, participating in technical reviews associated with task performance, or providing support to the fleet. Such activities shall include, but are not limited to: Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), Office of Naval Research (ONR), Naval Research Lab (NRL), and Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), Washington, D.C.; Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Newport; NSWCCD Acoustic Research Detachment (ARD), Bayview, ID; ARL Penn State University, State College PA; General Dynamics Electric Boat facilities in Connecticut, Washington, D.C., or Rhode Island; Northrup Grumman Shipyards, Newport News, VA and Pascagoula, MS; and fleet elements (CONUS and OCONUS).

7.0 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

The period of performance under this task order shall be for five (5) years, consisting of one (1) base year and four (4) one year options.

8.0 PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

Work shall be performed primarily on-site as NSWCCD as well as other Navy facilitates as required. On-site space limitations may we require work to be performed at contractor facilities.

9.0 SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

Security Requirements shall be as stated in the DD Form 254, Contractor Security Classification Specification, provided as an attachment.

11. GOVERNMENT POINT OF CONTACT

The Contract Officer’s Representative (COR) for the Government is TBD.