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AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

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30-105-04EXCEPTION TO SF 30

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STANDARD FORM 30 (Rev. 10-83) Prescribed by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

The purpose of this Amendment 0001 is to revise the Performance Work Statement and to address questions and responses received.

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X The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offer is extended, X is not extended.

Offer must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended by one of the following methods:

(a) By completing Items 8 and 15, and returning 1 copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;

or (c) By separate letter or telegram which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN

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SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION SF 1449 - CONTINUATION SHEET

The following have been added by full text:

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

1. Question: Is there an associated period to submit RFIs to the government in regards to the Navy EOD solicitation just released – notice ID N0018923R0021??

Response: A sources sought notice was posted under Notice ID: N0018923QARSOF via SAM.gov and NEOD Advanced Training Course Support via SeaPort-NxG.

2. Question: Para 3.1 – access to NIPERNET and SIPRNET.

Is this require as all training is specified to be at Contractors locations

Response: This has been revised.

3. Question: Para 6.1 / 6.2 Travel

No travel is authorized BUT some training may be delivered within 200 miles of JEB little Creek are we required to commute 400 miles daily? Or is travel, lodging etc authorized for off site locations?

Response: As outlined in paragraphs 6.1 and 6.2, no travel is expected. However, if it is required, travel costs will be considered reasonable and allowable only to the extent that they do not exceed on a daily basis, the maximum per diem rates in effect at the time of the travel.

Furthermore, in accordance with paragraph 2.1, the Government will allow an exception for up to one week (five consecutive business days) of training to take place within 200 miles of JEB Little Creek for any portion that involves improvised or homemade explosives. This will be addressed on a case by case basis if the need arises.

4. Question: Para 9

Dates. 13 – 30 May 2024 is One (1) day short of the 3 week period, is this deliberate?

Response: Yes, this is to account for the Memorial Day holiday.

5. Question: Para 10.1.1 is at odds with para 10.2.1.2.1.1

What is the minimum qualification for the Chemist position

Response: These paragraphs have been revised.

6. Question: Para 10.1.6

Does this include Scientists / Chemist – do they have to have served in the Navy / have 3years experience with Navy

If so, how is a contract meant to achieve past performance if the requirement for award is Navy past performance, this requirement mean fair and open competition is being removed. The solicitation identifies that the course is to prepare Navy EOD to support NSW and ARNY SOF (ARSOF or USASOC), is limiting the instruction staff to prior Navy not going against the aim to prepare students to support Army as well and Navy. We have former Army SMU / Tier 1 instructors who would bring benefit to the class but are eligible due to para 10.1.6. Will the Government consider an amendment to include other SOCOM EOD elements as being eligible for inclusion as instructional staff

Response: This requirement does not include the chemist/explosive engineer. The Navy requirement has been revised under paragraph 10.1.6.

7. Question: Factor 1 – FCL criteria:

With our understanding of the class content and requirements what level of Classified product would be generated during the course – and/or what level of material is needed to be handled or stored by the contractor. It would appear this requirement is not in line with the training subjects listed in Para 9 inclusive and the highest level of control for the subjects taught is CUI.

Response: Each training requirement individually would be considered CUI; however, when all of the components of the COI are combined for EOD Drills/FMP, the course could cross into the SECRET classification level.

8. Question: 2.1 States that the course must be taught within a 50-mile radius of JEB Little Creek with an exception that one week of training can take place within 200 miles of JEB Little Creek. However, 6.2 states that the training can be outside of the 200-mile radius. Was this meant to say outside of the 50-mile radius but inside of 200-mile radius?

Response: See question and answer #3.

9. Question: 9.1.2.4 States that the contractor will provide student guides in a hard copy format as well as a CD or DVD with all materials. Given the unavailability of media that currently play CD/DVD, would an electronic format such as a tablet loaded with the student guide and all course materials be an acceptable substitution to be given to each student.

Response: Yes, this has been revised. Please note that thumb drives and hard drives cannot be used on NMCI machines and should not be provided.

10. Question: 9.1.2.6.1 Request a Tactical Inert Demo Kit be provided with a Lid Kit with foam. Would individual pouches for operational use be an acceptable substitute for the foam insert?

Response: Due to the configuration of NEOD TOA, pouches are not preferred as some types do not fit the form factor of some specific manufactures used by NEOD.

11. Question: 9.1.3.3 States the quantity of secondary explosives is a minimum of 4 ounces, were the ounces meant to be pounds?

Response: No, this information is correct.

12. Question: 9.1.1.3.3 and section 9.1.4.8.1 Call out specific brands of focused and volumetric disrupters are demonstrated and used during the course. Some of these brand specific tools are not available commercially to the private sector. Would the government provide these brand specific tools? And if not, would the government allow the contractor winning the award to use a suitable and equivalent substitute tool to demonstrate Omnidirectional, Linear, and Focused Disruptor technologies as described in the PWS?

Response: These sections have been revised.

13. Question: 10.1 States that Verification of contactor credentials and skills are required with the proposal submission including diplomas, graduation certificates, DD FORM 214, State or Federal Licenses, and past work history. Can you please provide clarification on submission of these documents? The technical proposal only allows for 30 pages in Factor II and would not allow for documents to be included after our technical approach is comprehensively laid out.

Response: This has been revised.

The following have been modified:

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

US Navy EOD Group TWO

(EODGRU TWO)

Advance EOD Training Course (AETC)

(U) Background. Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal (NEOD) Group Commanders provide forces in support of Fleet Commanders and Navy Component Commander, Carrier Strike Groups (CSG), Expeditionary Strike Groups (ESG), Mine Countermeasures (MCM) Task Forces/Groups, Naval Special Warfare NSW) Squadrons, Army Special Operations Forces (SOF), Military Sealift Command (MSC), Unified Theatre Commanders, Navy Regional Commanders, and contingency operations (i.e. aircraft recovery, range/waterway clearance, U.S. Secret Service support, CNO projects, etc.). NEOD Special Operations Force Companies provide EOD Command and Control and tactical capabilities to support Naval Special Warfare Squadrons (NSWRONS) and U.S. Army Special Forces Groups (ARSOF). NEOD support requirements and missions are functionally organized to locate, identify, and mitigate or render-safe ordnance or associated hazards and threats to provide Ground Force Commanders freedom to maneuver on the battle field.

(U) Purpose. This contract provides NEOD with advanced specialized EOD courses of instruction specifically designed to train EOD Technicians assigned to Naval Special Warfare Forces (NAVSOF) and Army Special Operations Forces (ARSOF) Troops and Companies supporting Counter Terrorism and Near Peer operations deployed throughout all regions of the world.

1. (U) AETC Scope.

1.1. (U) The Contractor shall provide all instructors, labor, role players, training aids, materials (including explosives), facilities, ranges, classrooms, and equipment necessary to instruct and train USN EOD personnel as delineated in this.

1.2. (U) The training curriculum shall be designed to a three week block of instruction that includes both classroom and practical instruction regarding improvised and homemade explosives and devices followed by instruction regarding advanced access techniques.

1.3. (U) The Contractor shall provide classroom instruction and a series of technical, practical, and full mission profile type exercises to prepare EOD Operators to achieve the listed course objectives in Section 9. The Contractor shall provide classroom and practical instruction for a maximum of 14 students. Upon conclusion of the block of training, EOD operators must be able to satisfactorily accomplish the objectives as listed section 10.

2. (U) Place of Performance.

2.1. (U) The course will provide between six and twelve hours of instruction per training day, with an average of eight hours of training per day over the entire course of instruction may be required up to ten (10) times during the period of performance, and taught within a fifty-mile radius of (Joint Expeditionary Base (JEB)

Little Creek, VA). The Government will allow an exception for up to one week (five consecutive business days) of training to take place within 200 miles of JEB Little Creek for any portion that involves improvised or homemade explosives due to limited explosive ranges in the vicinity of JEB Little Creek.

Courses, when feasible, should be during the workweek and begin on Mondays and end on Fridays.

3. (U) Security.

3.1. (U) Security will be in accordance with the attached DD254. Contractor team individual(s) supporting this task will be cleared at the SECRET level at the start of the task. Contractors will require access to Foreign Government Information (FGI) and North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) in performance of this effort. Contractor may require access to NIPRNET and SIPRNET computer systems at Government facilities. The Contractor will be authorized to courier classified information up to SECRET level in performance of official duties upon approval of and designation by the COR.

3.2. (U) The Contractor shall ensure requirements for safeguarding classified information and classified materials, for obtaining and verifying personnel security clearances, for verifying security clearances and indoctrination of visitors, for controlling access to restricted areas, for protecting Government property, and for the security of automated and non-automated management information systems and data are fulfilled. The Contractor's management system shall prevent unauthorized disclosure of classified and sensitive unclassified information. The Government shall be immediately notified if any security incident or any indication of a potential unauthorized disclosure or compromise of classified or sensitive unclassified information.

3.3. (U) The Contractor shall provide security management support. Typical efforts include, but are not limited to, performing classified document control functions, classified materials inventories, program access requests, preparing and monitoring personnel indoctrination and debriefing agreements, and maintaining and using security-related databases.

4. (U) Government Furnished Equipment /Government Furnished Information. The Government will provide, without cost, the equipment, material, and/or services listed below.

4.1. (U) U.S. Navy EOD personnel will provide the it’s personnel with personnel protective equipment needed to perform EOD procedures in practical drills.

4.2. (U) The Government will not provide any facilities to support this contract, but will allow the Contractor to coordinate and use Government classroom and technical training facilities for.

4.3. (U) The Government will allow the use of Government explosive ranges, if needed, for any of the explosive portion of the training, but will not assist with coordination or prioritization for the Contractor. The Contractor is responsible for all aspects of use regarding a Government explosive range, including any costs associated with the usage.

The Contractor shall list any Government ranges they anticipate using for this course on the initial proposal.

5. (U) Deliverables. The Contractor shall deliver data in accordance with the Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL), DD Form 1423s on the subject contract. Each deliverable will be in industry accepted and standard formats, where applicable.

6. (U) Travel.

6.1. (U) No travel is expected for this contract. No mileage costs will be incurred when travel is within a 50-mile radius of the primary work locations.

6.2. (U) If travel is required and approved by the COR outside of the 200-mile radius for explosive range use;

travel costs will be considered reasonable and allowable only to the extent that they do not exceed on a daily basis, the maximum per diem rates in effect at the time of the travel. The Joint Travel Regulations (JTR), while not wholly applicable to contractors shall provide the basis for the determination as to reasonable and allowable. Maximum use is to be made of the lowest available customary standard coach or equivalent airfare accommodations available during normal business hours. All necessary travel shall be approved in advance by the COR.

7. (U) Contractor Furnished Facilities, Equipment, and Services. The Government desires a course of instruction that allows the EOD team receiving the training to arrive at the training location and begin training without the burden of scheduling ranges, moving explosives, or reserving training areas. The outcome of this effort is to provide a low to no impact all-inclusive advanced training solution for the operational EOD team attending. Therefore, the Contractor shall provide the following facilities, equipment, and services:

7.1. (U) The Contractor shall provide all non-Government facilities to include classrooms and practical areas except as specified in this PWS.

7.2. (U) The Government desires the Contractor to provide non-Government explosive ranges for this training but understands the limitations regarding availability of these types of ranges. If a Contractor will use explosive ranges on a Government facility in performing under this contract, the ranges must be authorized, coordinated, prioritized, and reserved through the Contractor and the unit or facility providing the range. The COR, or unit receiving the training, has no responsibility to provide assistance. Any Government facility or range the Contractor anticipates using for this effort must be listed in the Contractor's proposal.

7.3. (U) The Contractor shall provide all necessary equipment, explosives, and materials to support this course of instruction.

8. (U) Access to Government Facilities. Commercial support for this training will require the Contractor to access and use USG facilities, access USG information systems/networks, and access classified information. Contractor employees may be required to access military installations in the performance of this contract. The ability to apply for, and hold, a Government issued Common Access Card (CAC) card for all personnel associated with this contract is required.

9. (U) AETC Requirements. AETC will include classroom instruction, practical labs, technical exercises, and scenario-based drills that are in line with the training objectives listed below. Training will provide EOD operators with feedback and discussion to further develop their knowledge of the subject matter as well as refine tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs). Training shall be as practically oriented as possible, and lecture-based teaching should be kept to a minimum. Upon successful completion, students must be able to satisfactorily demonstrate a comprehension of all training objectives. The Contractor shall provide student certificates upon successful completion of the course that states, at a minimum, the name, and rank of each student, hours of instruction, and course title. The projected course schedule is as follows:

(U) Projected Course Dates for AETC Training

Projected Dates

17 JUL-04 AUG 2023

31 JUL-18 AUG 23

25 SEP - 13 OCT 2023

23 OCT-10 NOV 2023

29 JAN-16 FEB 2024

19 FEB-08 MAR 2024

11-29 MAR 2024

08-26 APR 2024

13-30 MAY 2024

24 JUN-12 JUL 24

9.1.1. (U) The training objectives AETC include:

9.1.1.1. (U) EOD / HME Threat Assessment

9.1.1.1.1. (U) Recognize and describe threat assessment factors when conducting actions and differentiate between conventional and Cat A situations while simultaneously conducting a threat assessment.

9.1.1.1.2. (U) Recognize and describe threat assessment factors to consider during an EOD event that involves HME.

9.1.1.2. (U) Home Made Explosives (HME)

9.1.1.2.1. (U) Recognize and describe the indicators of HME production.

9.1.1.2.2. (U) Identify the various precursor components used to manufacture HME.

9.1.1.2.3. (U) Identify and recognize the source of supply for precursor materials and legitimate use areas.

9.1.1.2.4. (U) Describe and demonstrate the process for manufacturing HME.

9.1.1.2.5. (U) Recognize the characteristics of improvised detonator production and use.

9.1.1.2.6. (U) Identify the various components used to manufacture improvised detonators.

9.1.1.2.7. (U) Discuss and execute procedures to identify and verify HME using spectroscopic and wet chemistry equipment.

9.1.1.2.8. (U) Discuss and execute field tests to identify primary and secondary HME.

9.1.1.2.9. (U) Discuss and execute techniques to desensitize HME.

9.1.1.2.10. (U) Describe safety and stability characteristics associated with HME compounds of interest.

9.1.1.2.11. (U) Discuss and describe detonation velocities, density requirements, and critical diameters of various HME compounds of interest.

9.1.1.2.12. (U) Conduct x-ray procedures against both primary and secondary HME and recognize the difference in compounds.

9.1.1.2.13. (U) Describe the key characteristics associated with the visible detonation of various HME compounds and key factors to consider from a post blast analysis.

9.1.1.3. (CUI) General and Precision Disruption and X-Ray Techniques

9.1.1.3.1. (U) Describe and employ procedures to generally disrupt IEDs that present an impediment to the assault.

9.1.1.3.2. (U) Use dynamic EOD tools against HME and predict the outcome when used to disrupt IEDs containing sensitive explosives.

9.1.1.3.3. (CUI) Describe and prepare / build-up EOD dynamic tools to include: Bottler, Demi- mod, Stingray, PAN, T-3, and the TiTAN Disrupter, Vulcan and Pluton Shape Charge systems.

9.1.1.3.3.1. (U) PAN, T-3 and Titan will be issued by the Government. All others shall be provided by the contractor. No substitutes shall be made unless prior approval by the COR.

9.1.1.3.4. (U) Employ dynamic tools, to include shape charges, against IED circuits and containers.

9.1.1.3.5. (U) Describe general disruption philosophy to target key components and prevent functioning of the device.

9.1.1.3.6.(CUI) Describe and employ procedures and techniques used to precisely target critical components contained in an IED or sophisticated device.

9.1.1.3.7.(U) Describe and employ procedures to mitigate any effect of x-ray sensitive IED components.

9.1.1.3.8.(U) Describe and demonstrate operational use of man portable x-ray generators.

9.1.1.3.9.(U) Describe and demonstrate a basic knowledge of x-ray interpretation during all aspects of Category A incident response.

9.1.1.3.10.(U) Identify key components in a device using x-ray to formulate a dynamic or manual technique course of action to render safe or access the device.

9.1.1.4. (U) Sensitive Site Exploitation (SSE)

9.1.1.4.1. (U) Describe and practice EOD's role in performing SSE in a SOF environment.

9.1.1.4.2. (U) Identify key items to recover during SSE operations.

9.1.1.4.3. (U) Describe the steps for collecting information and components found during the

SSE process.

9.1.1.4.4. (U) Describe and recognize the differences between an HME lab, a chemical lab, a biological lab, and a drug lab.

9.1.1.4.5. (U) Describe and conduct hasty post-blast procedures during a SOF mission.

9.1.1.5. (U) SOF EOD Mission Planning, Philosophy and Tactics

9.1.1.5.1. (U) Plan operations and develop briefs to provide EOD support during SOF missions.

9.1.1.5.2. (U) Describe EOD equipment planning considerations when in support of SOF.

9.1.1.5.3. (CUI) Describe EOD philosophy and techniques to render safe IEDs in support of

SOF.

9.1.1.5.4. (U) Demonstrate the ability to prioritize actions and conduct crisis management response during Cat A events in support of a SOF mission.

9.1.1.6. (U) EOD Threat Assessment in a Special Operations Environment

9.1.1.6.1. (U) Recognize and describe threat assessment factors when conducting SOF missions.

9.1.1.6.2. (U) Describe how to apply threat assessments in a SOF environment and how it differs from conventional EOD Threat Assessments.

9.1.1.6.3. (U) Recognize and describe threat assessment factors to consider during each phase of a SOF mission from Planning to Exfiltration.

9.1.1.7. (U) IED Electronics and Components

9.1.1.7.1. (CUI) Describe the functions of electronic components used to create more sophisticated circuitry in IEDs such as Dual Tone Multi-Frequency (DTMF), Peripheral Interface Controllers, microcontrollers, solenoids, and telemetry devices and explain their use in a circuit.

9.1.1.7.2. (CUI) Describe how high voltage applications may be used in IEDs and the hazards associated with this technique.

9.1.1.7.3. (U) Discuss electronic theory associated with electronic components used to create more sophisticated circuitry and describe the characteristics associated with these types of circuits and components.

9.1.1.7.4. (U) Explain the term "telemetry" with respect to IEDs.

9.1.1.7.5. (U) Demonstrate the ability to determine current, resistance and voltage requirements in an IED circuit.

9.1.1.7.6. (U) Explain advanced principles for calculating variables associated with Ohm’s

Law and how they relate to IED circuits.

9.1.1.7.7. (CUI) Construct IED electronic circuits using a combination of strip boards and printed wiring boards (PWB) that cover more sophisticated control features such as Peripheral Interface Controllers and Telemetry devices.

9.1.1.8. (U) Impedance to Assault Recognition and Defeat Techniques

9.1.1.8.1. (U) Describe procedures and techniques for Cat A events with respect to open circuit IEDs.

9.1.1.8.2. (U) Describe procedures and techniques to defeat "normally open" / "normally closed" switches.

9.1.1.8.3. (U) Perform initiation system defeat on an open IED where a remote procedure is not feasible.

9.1.1.8.4. (U) Describe and employ procedures to render safe or circumvent an IED that is impeding tactical movement.

9.1.1.8.5. (U) Describe and employ booby trap and landmine marking methods that will allow safe circumvention of danger areas during low and no light situations prior to the assault phase of an operation.

9.1.1.9. (U) Category A (Cat A) Task Logic and Site Stabilization

9.1.1.9.1. (U) Describe and employ techniques to recognize, contain, and stabilize a sophisticated device when contained in or incorporated into a vehicle.

9.1.1.9.2. (U) Describe how to stabilize and prioritize multiple EOD actions during a SOF mission.

9.1.1.9.3. (U) Demonstrate the ability to successfully apply Cat A philosophy and logic in a

SOF environment.

9.1.1.9.4. (U) Explain the logical order of execution for successfully conducting EOD actions on a SOF objective.

9.1.1.9.5. (U) Describe and employ techniques to communicate and handle hostages involved in Cat A situations.

9.1.1.10. (U) Advanced Manual Techniques

9.1.1.10.1. (U) Describe and apply tools and techniques used to manually access various types of containers and materials to include, but not limited to, metal, soft cloth, wood, plastic, and cardboard/fibrous materials.

9.1.1.10.2. (CUI) Describe and apply tools and techniques to successfully diagnose and defeat switches, power sources, or detonators in a training device with fully functional components (excluding explosives/payload).

9.1.1.10.3. (CUI) Demonstrate techniques to gain access to large enclosed or secure areas

(e.g. warehouses, holding yards, buildings, etc.). Confirm or deny the use of sophisticated switches for security and describe the logic for defeat or stabilization of that switch.

9.1.1.10.4. (CUI) Recognize and describe the types of components that are associated with early warning or Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) capable of being used in an IED or sophisticated device.

9.1.1.10.5. (CUI) Describe and employ techniques to electronically and physically defeat an early warning or protective switch/sensor when incorporated in an IED or sophisticated device.

9.1.1.10.6. (U) Describe and employ techniques to safely and accurately conduct circuit diagnostics and analysis when manual techniques are required.

9.1.1.10.7. (U) Employ techniques to defeat switches, batteries, or detonators in an IED circuit when manual techniques are required.

9.1.1.10.8.(U) Effectively employ EOD diagnostic tools against an IED circuit.

9.1.1.10.9. (CUI) Describe and employ techniques to recognize, identify, and defeat light sensitive switches.

9.1.2. (CUI) Training Devices, Materials, and Training Aids. All of the circuits, circuit components, and tool kit items listed below shall be provided to each student for use during the course with students retaining items upon completion of the course. The Contractor shall ensure that a minimum of five

(5) complete IED circuits are constructed by each student. All circuits shall be based on current, real-world terrorist threats and include the following classes of devices (named for operation / detonation method): Victim operated, Come-ons (i.e. anti-EOD booby traps), Radio-controlled (RC), and time. Devices shall include solder boards and printed wire boards (PWB). The focus shall be on soldering circuits; not using solderless designs such as bread boards. By the end of the electronics instruction, each student will have successfully soldered several working IED circuits using components typical to current terrorist IEDs (listed below). Each component shall be used at least once in the total of constructed circuits. The circuits constructed shall incorporate the following components:

9.1.2.1. (CUI) Alarm clock, Passive infrared (PIR) sensor, Mechanical (kitchen) countdown timer, Long Range Cordless Telephone (LRCT), Personal Mobile Radio (PMR), Wireless doorbell, Mechanical relay, Silicon-controlled rectifier (SCR), Metal–Oxide– Semiconductor Field-Effect Transistor, Optoelectronic Coupler (OPTOCOUPLER), Voltage regulator, Operational amplifier, DTMF decoder, 555 Integrated Circuit / Chip (IC), Bipolar junction transistor (BJT) or Darlington (pair) transistor, Programmable Integrated Circuits

9.1.2.2. (U) An Electronic Tool Kit shall be provided to each student, for use during the course and sustainment training in the future, which provides the ability to construct circuits and modify components. This kit shall contain the following items:

9.1.2.2.1. (U) 1060 Pelican Case, Scientific Calculator, Solder, Wire Jumper Kit, 8 in 1

Micro Screwdriver, Utility Knife, Wire Snips, Needle Nose Pliers, Wire Stripers

9.1.2.3. (U) The Contractor shall provide each student, for use during the course and sustainment training in the future, with an HME /Sensitive Site Exploitation (SSE) Field Kit that will support material and techniques taught in class as well as the collection of samples and materials for safe transport. This kit should be compact and suitable for carry in a combat environment and include the following items:

9.1.2.3.1. (U) 1060 Pelican Case, Handheld torch, Custom textile, Assorted HME sampling containers, Assorted HME SD tools, Pipettes, Sample spoon, Blue ESD cups small and medium, Wooden stir sticks

9.1.2.4. (U) The Contractor shall provide detailed, unclassified student handouts and student guides to complement academic lessons for each course. Each student guide shall provide a hard copy of the slides used to teach each lesson (two slides per page maximum). A CD, DVD, table or other electronic format (excluding thumb and hard drives) will also be included that contains the student guide, lesson presentations, and all applicable reference material used to build the course of instruction upon completion of the training.

9.1.2.5. (CUI) The Contractor shall provide realistic IED and sophisticated device training aids with functional inert fusing and firing systems, and inert penalty monitors. High Fidelity training aids with IDS shall consist of everything needed for the device to function minus a live payload. The practical drill portions of the training shall include, at a minimum, the following categories of drills and devices:

9.1.2.5.1. (CUI) Minimum of three (3) hostage device scenarios that incorporate anti-removal switches, time, remote control or a combination of the three training aids and require x-ray procedures to be completed.

9.1.2.5.2. (CUI) Minimum of three (3) scenarios that incorporate multiple initiators and components such as anti-tamper firing switches such as anti-lift, anti-probe, and anti-light. Fusing and functioning may be scenario depended but, shall incorporate components such as DTMF or Alarm Systems

9.1.2.5.3. (CUI) Minimum of two mission planning scenarios.

9.1.2.5.4.(CUI) Minimum of two devices and technical drills that incorporates a circuit designed to test EOD operators in the area of precision x-ray and disruption.

9.1.2.5.5. (CUI) Minimum of one device/scenario that includes a light sensitive switch firing circuit.

9.1.2.5.6. (CUI) Minimum of four impediments to assault devices or area denial devices.

9.1.2.5.7. (CUI) At least one of the scenarios will have a device contained in or incorporated into a vehicle platform.

9.1.2.6.(CUI) Upon completion of each class the Contractor shall provide a Sustainment Training Package to each four-man team (anticipate two teams per course) to include the following:

9.1.2.6.1. (CUI) Tactical Inert Demo Kit: 5-minute time train- 2 each, 2-minute time train- 2 each, 1/4 lb C-4 (6 each) on double strand 15 ft det cord, (slider charge)- 4 each, C-2 data Sheet- 5 ft long (strip charge)- 4 each, 30 ft extra det cord- 4 each each, Inert C-4 Blocks- 4 each, Inert M-81 x 4 each, Inert dets - 4 each, Pelican Case with Machine Cut Foam- 1 each, Lid Kit with Mesh, Pouches for storage- 1 each, Inert Stickers.

9.1.3. (U) Performance Requirements Specific to HME. The hazards associated with conducting live

HME practical training could be catastrophic and therefore cannot be taken lightly. To ensure the safest possible course is developed and that all risks are mitigated to an acceptable level, the following are requirements and shall be verified by the Government: A company SOP, Lab process, shot sheets, Operational Risk Management (ORM) practices, insurance certificates, and appropriate certifications. The Contractor shall maintain and keep these current throughout the duration of this contract. The Contractor must have had, or be capable of, meeting the requirements of a Defense Contract Management Authority (DCMA) Safety Survey in order to be considered for this contract as per the provisions outlined in the Department of Defense (DOD) Contractor Safety Manual (DOD 4145.26-M). During performance of this contract, the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) may review said records to verify acceptable records management.

9.1.3.1. (CUI) The Contractor shall, at a minimum, ensure the following HME compounds are produced, examined, and detonated during the HME portion of the course: Urea Nitrate (from both fertilizer grade and alternate sources of Urea), R-Salt, RDX, Nitrocellulose (NC), ETN, NG, TATP, HMTD, Concentrated Hydrogen Peroxide Organic Material (HPOM), Hypergolic mixtures (K.MNo4 + 2 fuels), Fuel Oxidizer Mixes (FOX) to include AN-based, KClo3-based, KClo4-based, and Nitro Methane-based (Both physical and chemical sensitization shall be demonstrated using a minimum of 2 of each technique), and the precursors Nitric Acid, Potassium Chlorate, Hexamine, and concentrated peroxide.

9.1.3.2. (U) The Contractor shall ensure all primary explosives produced do not exceed 2.5 gram batches to reduce the risk to EOD students and instructors.

9.1.3.3. (U) The Contractor shall ensure the quantity of secondary explosives, minimum 4 ounces, is produced to facilitate training and EOD procedures, including x-ray and disruption, but should not exceed one pound per batch.

9.1.3.4. (U) The Contractor must meet all requirements listed in the DOD Contractor Safety Manual

(DOD 4145.26-M) and must have completed a safety survey, pre-award or immediately following award of the contract. All safety measures, ranges, and storage facilities must meet DOD requirements.

9.1.3.5. (U) The Contractor shall maintain and keep current, during performance of this contract, a company SOP that follows the requirements listed in the Department of the Navy, Naval Ordnance Safety and Security Activity, Instruction 8023.11A (NOSSAINST 8023.11 series). This SOP should outline all applicable details regarding the production of HME and appropriate information for the Contractor's operation, whether on a military or private installation. During performance of this contract, the COR may review said records to verify acceptable records management.

9.1.3.6. (U) The Contractor shall maintain and keep current, during performance of this contract, hazardous materials and chemical safety briefs that are outlined or referenced as an enclosure to the company SOP. During performance of this contract, the COR may review said records to verify acceptable records management.

9.1.3.7. (U) The Contractor shall use recognized military explosive handling and demolition procedures found in NAVSEA OP-5. The procedures and steps that the Contractor follows shall be outlined in the company SOP.

9.1.3.8. (U) The Contractor shall use recognized safe chemical laboratory procedures and practices found to be suitable by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and listed in 29 CFR 1910 subpart Z, section 1910.1450, appendix A. These guidelines shall be listed as an enclosure in the company SOP.

9.1.3.9. (U) The Contractor shall maintain and keep current, during performance of this contract, a list of all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) that is adequate to protect against the materials used in the course and follows the guidelines listed in 29 CFR 1910 subpart I, section

1910.132. This equipment shall be listed and outlined in the SOP. During performance of this contract, the COR may review said records to verify acceptable records management.

9.1.3.10. (U) The Contractor shall maintain and keep current, during performance of this contract, an

ORM worksheet that follows the guidance outlined in OPNAVINST 3500.39C. This worksheet shall be part of the company SOP for the courses being taught. During performance of this contract, the COR may review said records to verify acceptable records management.

9.1.3.11. (U) All instructors of the HME portion of the course shall be included on the company's general liability insurance. An explosive rider must be part of this policy with the liability valued at a minimum of $2,000,000 aggregate.

9.1.4. (U) Additional Performance Requirements.

9.1.4.1. (U) The Contractor shall provide course evaluation forms that allow students to comment on the primary blocks of instruction and make recommendations for improvement. The Contractor shall provide a summary of this information and a course After Action Report (AAR), to be delivered to the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) within two weeks following completion of each course of instruction.

9.1.4.2. (U) A detailed Schedule of Events (SOE), shall be developed, and maintained for this course of instruction. The SOE shall include a breakdown of each block of instruction, estimated time duration, location, training dates, instructor names, etc. Any changes to the SOE shall be provided to the COR within five workdays.

9.1.4.3. (U) The Contractor shall provide all hostage role players for training scenarios as required.

A minimum of one role player per two man team must be used during scenarios that support hostages. Role players shall not be instructing or facilitating when engaged in a hostage role during hostage scenarios.

9.1.4.4. (U) The Contractor shall administer a pre- and post-knowledge survey for this training to accurately measure the comprehension and retention of the training provided. The details of the pre and post survey must be provided in the course AAR.

9.1.4.5. (CUI) The Contractor shall provide advanced x-ray training to include interpretation and recognition of critical components. The training shall include techniques to target and if required attack critical components with dynamic or energetic EOD tools.

9.1.4.6. (U) The Contractor shall provide at least one day that incorporates Full Mission Profile

(FMP) drill sets for the EOD portion of an operation. FMPs run the spectrum from mission planning through EOD actions and completion of mission. These drills should exercise as many parts of the EOD portion of a SOF mission as possible and may be counted towards the required number of drills listed in Section 10.1.3.

9.1.4.7. (CUI) The Contractor shall provide technical training aids that will provide a means to practice operational techniques for the following areas:

9.1.4.7.1. (CUI) Alarm sensor/switch trainer- must incorporate most likely types of sensors that would be used in an IED or sophisticated device to include, open, closed, monitored, and a common ground type of wiring condition as normally associated with this type of switch

9.1.4.7.2. (CUI) IED Circuit Trainer- must incorporate the various aspects of an IED or sophisticated device to include arming switch, firing switch, detonators and arming light

9.1.4.7.3. (CUI) Detonator Diagnostics trainer- must incorporate all possible types of hot wire detonator conditions that could be seen in an IED or sophisticated device. This trainer shall promote a voltage check technique but enable the ability to practice current check procedures.

9.1.4.8. (CUI) The Contractor shall ensure at a minimum the following EOD dynamic disruption technologies are incorporated into the course:

9.1.4.8.1.(CUI) Focused disruptors (PAN, T-3, TiTAN), Volumetric disruptors to include linear and omni-directional (Bottler, Demi-Mod, and Stingray), and directed disruption (Pluton and Vulcan shape charges).

9.1.4.8.1.1. (U) PAN, T-3 and Titan will be issued by the Government. All others shall be provided by the contractor. No substitutes shall be made unless prior approval by the COR.

9.1.4.8.2. (CUI) These technologies shall be employed in a comprehensive way against sensitive HME targets to include but not limited to; UN, ANAL, TATP, and KCLo3 + Al. The training shall demonstrate the proper tool and technology to use against these compounds to help EOD operators develop a better understanding regarding which tool to use in a real-world situation.

9.1.4.8.3. (U) The tools and technologies shall be used against representative training

IEDs that have working electronic circuits and initiation telltales/penalties so students can judge the factors that affect commit time and target collateral damage aspects. At a minimum four (4) of each wood, plastic, and metal containers, (totaling twelve) training devices shall be used to accomplish this objective.

10.(U) Personnel.

10.1. (U) Qualifications. Safety is of the utmost concern to the Government, as well as all taking part in the course, especially during the Home Made Explosives practical portion. It is imperative that the instructors facilitating this course have the highest level of experience and the formal training qualifications necessary to ensure the risk is mitigated to an acceptable level. Furthermore, the special operations field is very unique. This course require experienced instructors who have previous experience and qualifications to support SOF units in combat situations. Verification of contractor credentials and skills are required to be submitted to the COR within 14 days of contract award. Diplomas, graduation certificates, DD FORM 214, State or Federal Licenses, and past work history documentation certified by the Contractor are acceptable proof of the required certifications/qualifications.

10.1.1. (U) The Contractor shall employ a chemist or explosive engineer that will oversee and manage the chemistry portion of the HME training section to ensure the Government and the end user receive the safest and most comprehensive training possible. This person(s) must be present on-site for the HME practical portion of the training.

10.1.2. (U) There shall be a minimum of two on-site instructors who are graduates of the U.S Naval School

Explosive Ordnance Disposal. One must hold the Master EOD Technician designation (NEC 5337 or service equivalent) and one must hold at a minimum the Senior EOD Technician designation (NEC 5335 or service equivalent).

10.1.3. (U) The Contractor shall provide, at a minimum, one HME qualified instructor to every three students. An instructor will be considered qualified to teach HME if previously certified as a Senior EOD Technician for the U.S. Military; or has, at a minimum, a Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry or explosive engineering with at least three years of verifiable experience in synthesizing and mixing the homemade explosives that are taught in the course of instruction.

10.1.4. (U) Additional instructor support must include subject matter experts in counter IEDs, Impedance to

Assault, advanced electronics, x-ray procedures utilizing XTK and hostage rescue/recovery tactics and procedures. The Contractor must ensure enough instructors are available at all times to set up, conduct, monitor, and provide feedback during drills and exercises as well as ensure safety.

10.1.5. (U) Course students will utilize their organic (Navy EOD) Table of Allowance (TOA) equipment.

Any equipment brought to class by the students is the responsibility of the student and is not Government Furnished Equipment. The Contractor shall be familiar with the contents of the TOA, especially the EOD specific items, in order to better inform the development of Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures.

10.1.6. (U) All members of the contractor team, at the prime contractor or subcontractor level, must have a minimum of three years of past performance either training EOD SOF forces or as a SOF EOD operator with some of that time at the E6/LPO level or more senior position.

10.1.7. (U) The Contractor or its subcontractor leading this effort shall have a current ATF Type 20 Manufacturing license.

10.1.8. (U) At least two instructors who are facilitating the explosive range operations shall hold a valid State-issued Blasters license.

10.2. (U) Personnel.

10.2.1. (U) Master Electronic Engineer

10.2.1.1. (U) Minimum Required Education/Certification/Experience

10.2.1.1.1. (U) Bachelor of Science degree (BS) in Electrical Engineering

10.2.1.1.2. (U) 10 years of work experience in the electrical engineering field

10.2.1.2. (U) Chemist Support Subject Matter Expert (SME)

10.2.1.2.1. (U) Minimum Required Education/Certification/Experience

10.2.1.2.1.1. (U) Bachelor of Science in Organic Chemistry or Explosive

Engineering

10.2.1.2.1.2. (U) Five years of verifiable experience in synthesizing and handling homemade explosives

10.2.1.3. (U) EOD Master Instructor SME

10.2.1.3.1. (U) Minimum Required Education / Certification / Experience

10.2.1.3.1.1. (U) Master EOC Technician (NEC 5337) designation or service equivalent

10.2.1.3.1.2. (U) Master Training Specialist (MTS) designation or equivalent

10.2.1.3.1.3. (U) Two ISO Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF), ISO Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) and/or ISO Operation Inherent Resolve (OIR)

10.2.1.3.1.4. (CUI) Three years of experience supporting Special Operations Force missions (May be concurrent with JSOC experience)

10.2.1.3.1.5. (CUI) Five years’ experience supporting the Joint Special

Operations Command (JSOC)

10.2.1.3.1.6. (U) Demonstrated expertise in Special Operations TTP

10.2.1.3.1.7. (U) Demonstrated expertise in Specialized EOD tools/equipment and in-extremis EOD procedural protocol

10.2.1.3.1.8. (U) Demonstrated expertise in Category “A” EOD situations and Advanced Access and Disablement techniques

10.2.1.3.1.9. (U) Demonstrated expertise in CT operations, IED electronics, HME, SSE, Hostage rescue/recovery tactics and procedures

10.2.1.4. (U) EOD Senior Instructor SME

10.2.1.4.1. (U) Minimum Required Education / Certification / Experience

10.2.1.4.1.1. (U) Senior EOD Technical (NEC 5335) designation or service equivalent

10.2.1.4.1.2. (U) (U) Two ISO Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF), ISO Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) and/or ISO Operation Inherent Resolve (OIR)

10.2.1.4.1.3.

10.2.1.4.1.4. (U) Demonstrated expertise in Special Operations TTP

10.2.1.4.1.5. (U) Demonstrated expertise in Specialized EOD tools/equipment, and in-extremis EOD procedural protocol

10.2.1.4.1.6. (U) Demonstrated expertise in Category “A” EOD situations and Advanced Access and Disablement techniques

10.2.1.4.1.7. (U) Demonstrated expertise in CT operations, IED electronics, HME, SSE, Hostage rescue/recovery tactics and procedures

11. The technical assistant for this contract is as follows:

11.1.EODGRU TWO SOF Program Manager: EODCS James B. Metzger (757) 917-6834 James.b.metzger.mil@us.navy.mil

12.(U) ACRONYMS:

AETP – Advanced EOD Training Program CAC - Common Access Card CE – Combat Exploitation CONUS - Continental United States COR - Contracting Officer Representative CNO – Chief of Naval Operations CSG/ESG – Carrier Strike Groups/Expeditionary Strike Groups DOD - Department of Defense DON - Department of Navy EOD – Explosive Ordnance Disposal FRP - Fleet Response Plan GFE - Government Furnished Equipment

GFF - Government Furnished Facilities GFI - Government Furnished Information HME – Home Made Explosives IDS – Intrusion Detection System IED – Improvised Explosive Device KO - Contracting Officer MCM – Mine Countermeasure MSC – Military Sealift Command NECC - Navy Expeditionary Combat Command NSWRONS – Naval Special Warfare Squadrons PCO - Procuring Contracting Officer POP - Period of Performance PWS - Performance Work Statement QASP - Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan SOF – Special Operations Force SME - Subject Matter Expert SSE – Sensitive Site Exploitation TA - Technical Assistant TPOC - Technical Point of Contact VBIED – Vehicle Borne Improvised Explosive Device

13. WAGE DETERMINATION

Wage Determination Number 2015-4341 Revision 22 dated December 27, 2022 or its latest version will be incorporated into the resultant contract.

THE FOLLOWING NAVSUP LOCAL TEXT IS HEREBY MADE PART OF THE STATEMENT OF

WORK/PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT.

CONTRACTOR UNCLASSIFIED ACCESS TO FEDERALLY CONTROLLED FACILITIES, SENSITIVE

INFORMATION, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS OR PROTECTED HEALTH

INFORMATION

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