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NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMAND

LOGISTICS AVIATION RESOURCES & POLICY (AIR-6.8.1)

STATEMENT OF WORK

1.0 INTRODUCTION

This requirement is to support the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), Logistic Aviation Resources & Policy (AIR-6.8.1) division, which is responsible for managing Air Systems Support (AIRSYSSPT).

AIR-6.8.1 is has a requirement for analysts for financial, logistics, and acquisition support to optimize aviation readiness.

2.0 BACKGROUND

AIR-6.8.1 supports the 6.0 competency, the Program Executive Office (PEO)’s, Program Offices and associated Fleet Support Teams (FST). AIR 6.8.1 provides policies, procedures and management tools to identify, track, assess, and manage the in-service support costs associated with the operation and maintenance of Naval Aviation weapon systems. AIR 6.8.1 is responsible for the development and maintenance of policies, procedures, and management of air systems support funding required to support operations/maintenance of Naval Aviation weapon systems, to include development and coordination of requirements determination processes. AIR 6.8.1 provides policies, procedures, and management tools to identify, track, assess, and manage the material investment costs associated with the development and acquisition of support for Naval Aviation systems and equipment. Emphasis will be applied to initial outfitting of aviation depot level repairables.

3.0 SCOPE OF WORK

The current task orders provide data analysis, and financial expertise in support of the Program Objective Memorandum (POM) development and funds execution. The scope of this statement of work includes issuing the requirements build data call, coordinating the requirements determination data collection, review, and analysis process, as well as the subsequent presentation of those requirements for OPNAV reviews. The presentation of requirements for OPNAV review will include the collation of previous efforts as well as the preparation of additional material in support of the AIRSYSSPT account and other OPNAV/NAVAIR inquiries. Note: While the scope of this requirement includes interfacing and assisting in the generation of data for OPNAV, the contractor does not directly provide support to OPNAV. The scope of work includes the development of Orientations/training sessions that will be conducted to facilitate the AIRSYSSPT process. Additionally, the scope also includes analysis and evaluation of logistics resource requirements, maintenance and database management, coordination of budgetary data calls. The scope of this statement of work also includes the provision of assistance to AIR 6.8.1 to support the Baseline Assessment Memorandum (BAM) process.

4.0 APPLICABLE DIRECTIVES

The applicable directives that apply to this task order are:

4.1 DoDD 5001.1 The Defense Acquisition System

4.2 DoDI 5002 Operation of the Defense Acquisition System

4.3 DoDD 5000-2R Mandatory Procedures for Major Defense Acquisition Programs

4.4 All applicable Navy directive, instructions, handbooks, and policy driven documentation DOD directives can be accessed at http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/index.html

5.0 REQUIREMENTS.

5.1 Logistics Planning - The contractor shall provide analyses and evaluation of logistics resource requirements in support of, but not limited to, the following: weapon systems, training systems, support equipment and enabling elements such as logistics Information Technology systems for the logistics competency.

5.2 Maintain and improve database of AIRSYSSPT funding requirements for all NAVAIR programs. (CDRL# A001) This database shall include:

5.2.1 Copies of presentations

5.2.2 Data calls

5.2.3 Materials associated with AIRSYSSPT

5.2.4 Database of program requirements

5.2.5 Results of AIRSYSSPT requirements analysis

5.2.6 OPOM database and associated Workbooks

5.3 Support the requirements build process for the Program Related Logistics (PRL) and Non-Program Related Logistics (NPRL). The contractor will assist in the collection of data and information and enter the data/information into an electronic portfolio. (CDRL# A002) This effort will include the following:

5.3.1 Develop, coordinate, and administer the NPRL and PRL requirements and budget data calls as well as the subsequent defense of those requirements. Assist in developing, and coordinating the AIRSYSSPT requirements and budget data calls as well as the subsequent presentation and defense of those requirements.

5.3.2 Analyze NPRL/PRL requirements to determine:

5.3.2.1 Consistency of funding requirements across years and across programs

5.3.2.2 Validity of funding programs

5.3.2.3 Impacts of NPRL/PRL funding as related to different readiness levels, quality of service, and cost avoidance

5.3.2.4 Assist in supporting the relationships between NPRL/PRL requirements/funding level and other Navy projects

5.3.3 Provide support for yearly Requirements Determination Process/Optimized Performance Model (OPOM) and workbook maintenance process training for the program offices and competencies.

5.4 Provide expertise and be the focal point for continuity for air systems support (Program Related Logistics (PRL) and Non Program Related Logistics (NPRL)).

5.4.1 Analysis to support planning and development of annual Requirements Determination plan, analysis of POM, Program Budget Decision (PBD) mitigations, aviation portfolio and enterprise construct and other planning and programming documentation related to air systems support (Program Related Engineering and Logistics PRE/L and Non Program Related Engineering and Logistics NPRE/L) accounts. Provide data files required for fiduciary/technical evaluation of program requirements.

5.4.2 Prepare papers/reports that examine conformity over time, uniformity and inter-relationship of efforts to implement and execute aviation readiness initiatives.

5.4.3 Coordinate the use of software tools (e.g. spreadsheets, databases, websites) supporting the analysis of complex issues relating to air systems support (Program Related Engineering and Logistics PRE/L and Non Program Related Engineering and Logistics NPRE/L, Spares Requirements, and Naval Aviation Enterprise considerations) requirements.

5.4.4 Assist with and Perform studies that contribute to the knowledge of aviation readiness requirements.

5.4.5 Perform validations and program reviews of aviation readiness requirements for the capability assessments, baseline assessments and supplements.

5.4.6 Perform cost analysis of future readiness requirements for readiness improvements which will control the Navy’s Flying Hour Program cost growth and their potential to help reduce/control future depot maintenance requirements.

5.4.7 Review Program Budget Decisions (PBD), Fact of Life changes, Engineering Change Proposals, and NAVAIR Corporate Bills and assess their impacts on air systems support (Program Related Engineering and Logistics PRE/L and Non Program Related Engineering and Logistics NPRE/L, and APN-6) accounts.

5.4.8 Facilitate communication among OPNAV, NAVSUP WSS-PHIL, Operational Commanders, and Type Commander (TYCOM) and NAVAIR staffs to accelerate decisions that optimize support of air systems support (Program Related Engineering and Logistics PRE/L and Non Program Related Engineering and Logistics NPRE/L, and APN-6) requirements.

5.4.8.1 Provide graphics and produce briefing slides, metric charts, etc. as necessary to support AIR-6.8.1 presentations.

5.4.8.2 Provide management support in the preparation, coordination, operation and post evaluation of Capabilities Plan Assessments, Integrated Logistics Support Management Team (ILSMT) reviews Readiness Improvement Program reviews, Integrated Product Team (IPT), Maintenance Engineering/Logistics reviews and other technical and logistics meetings. Attend and participate in logistics management reviews. Prepare conference agenda and follow up minutes documenting results of the meetings and any action items identified. Prepare program planning briefs/presentation materials compatible with the latest multimedia systems.

5.5 Interface with Program Office Assistant Program Managers for Logistics (APML) Business Financial Managers (BFMs), OPNAV Resource Sponsors and requirements officers, FMB analysts, NAVSUP WSS-PHIL Weapons Support Officers, and NAVSUP WSS-PHIL financial managers & logistics managers to provide the Requiring Financial Manager (RFM) with input required to promote well-researched decisions. (CDRL# A003)

5.5.1 Track status of funding documents.

5.5.2 Track commitments and obligations in the government’s ERP system.

5.5.3 Develop high-level briefings and presentations using Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, and Power Point) for the RFM as required.

5.5.4 Use output from the NAVAIR SIGMA/ERP database to provide the RFM with execution year funding data/information for review/analysis.

5.5.5 Reconcile and Provide the RFM with weekly/monthly/as required funding status utilizing NAVAIR ERP system

5.5.6 Provide the RFM with all requested execution reports and data calls.

5.5.8 Assist the RFM in dealing directly with AIR-7.8 business/financial management personnel in complete and accurate information for the processing of all funding documents.

5.6 Participate in the Naval Aviation Enterprise (NAE) cross function teams (CFTs) (Executive Staff, Current Readiness (CR), Engineering, Maintenance and Supply Chain Management (EM&SCM), Strategic Communications, etc.), and working groups as an advocate for aviation readiness. (CDRL# A004)

5.6.1 Provide program support for reviews, conferences, VTCs, briefings, and other meetings. The contractor will take a leading role in the preparation, coordination, and post-evaluation of the periodic NAE drumbeat events as established in the NAE Organizational Structure and Guidance (OSAG). These meetings are typically conducted as video-teleconferences or teleconferences, and include the NAE AIR Board (NAE AB), the Current Readiness Cross-Functional Team (CR CFT), the TYCOM Readiness Workshops (TRW), and the Engineering, Maintenance & Supply Chain Management (EM&SCM). The NAE Air Board and the NAE stakeholders address naval aviation issues, current and future readiness, barrier removal teams (BRTs), and report on the strategic plan and objectives of the NAE.

5.6.2 The contractor will manage and execute administrative support processes for each event, to include developing agendas, initiating invitations, preparing the Participant Slide and processing requests to access the NAE SharePoint site. Read-ahead presentations will be posted to the NAE SharePoint Website and notices will be sent to attendees when read-ahead presentations are available. The contractor will coordinate submission and distribution of presentations, consolidate and verify VTC equipment and VTC points of contact and participant information from all sites, print briefs for attendees at the Patuxent River NAVAIR meeting site, conduct check in and site roll call for the VTC. In addition, the contractor will manage the scheduling for each VTC with the NAVAIR VTC Bridge Office and submit required documentation for the events. At the completion of each VTC, the Government will evaluate current operating methods to improve processes and procedures in the future.

5.6.3 Provide management and support of several high visibility events, functions and products of the NAE. These include:

5.6.3.1 The Boots on Deck (BOD)/Ground (BOG) Program. This program is sponsored by NAVAIR 6.0, Assistant Commander, Logistics and Industrial Operations, and managed by the NAVAIR BOG/BOD Coordinator, AIR 6.7.2.

5.6.3.1.1 The contractor will assist for each “Boots” Event by performing the following: attend the command status report and planning meetings, coordinate the invitation message with the designated commands, track attendance for the event, coordinate lodging arrangements, coordinate appropriate Flag/General Officer participation, and maintain a supply of NAE coins for distribution At the conclusion of each event, make recommendations for increased efficiency and better utilization of organizational resources to ensure successful future events.

5.6.3.2 Assist the NAE Strategic Communication Coordinator with documents that include the Naval Aviation Vision Book, Strategic Communication Plan, Air Plan, Tri-fold and other communication efforts.

5.6.3.2.1 Establish the distribution list for the hard copy of the Naval Aviation Vision Book. The NAE Vision Book is published every other year and distributed to specific mailings in specific quantities to commands, flag and general officers, U.S. Navy supportive organizations and selected media totaling approximately 2,800 recipients.

5.6.3.2.2 Distribute the Current Readiness Newsletter that is published on near-monthly schedule and covers accomplishments and issues for the CR CFT.

5.6.3.2.3 Maintain the targeted e-mail distribution list for Current Readiness Newsletter and the NAE Air Plan.

5.6.3.2.4 The NAE Air Plan is distributed to Enterprise and external email lists. The NAE Air Plan is distributed as an e-mail message from Commander Naval Air Forces, or Deputy Commandant for Aviation, HQMC or Commander, Naval Air Systems Command.

5.6.3.3 Coordinate the dissemination of the CR Action Items and the two-month planner for the CR Action Officer weekly meetings: (CDRL# A008)

5.6.3.3.1- Track stakeholder updates and status changes to the CR CFT two-month planner and to the CR action items data during the meeting, 5.6.3.3.2- Follow-up with milestones and status changes to the action item tracker and the two-month planner to all stakeholders, 5.6.3.3.3- Ensure the consistency in status and action item responses and act as the “keeper” of the CR Action Item Tracker, 5.6.3.3.4- Coordinate with contacts within and outside of the NAE to update, address, and resolve open action items.

5.6.3.4 Update the NAE Master Schedule for the NAE Air Board meetings, Boots on the Ground visits, Boots on the Deck visits, CR CFT meetings EM&SCM meetings, Marine Aviation Executive Review Board (MAERB) dates and the TRWs. These schedules will be continually monitored and updated throughout the year.

5.6.3.5 Manage the distribution lists for NAE, CR CFT, NAE type/model/series teams, USMC lists, Carrier Readiness Team (CRT), Air Launch Weapons Team (ALWT), EM&SCM, and RS&P sub teams.

5.7 The Contractor shall maintain state-of the-art virus software and ensure that all media are virus free when delivered. The Contractor shall be capable of Internet and LAN communications with AIR-6.8.1 in accordance with NAVAIR Information Management Department (IMD) standards. The Contractor shall be capable of maintaining real-time communications, both voice and data transfer capabilities, with AIR-6.8.1 during working hours whether at contractor work site, the AIR 6.8.1 office or on travel.

5.8 Minimum Personnel Requirements

5.8.1 The contractor shall be responsible for employing personnel having the following levels of education, professional, and technical experience. These qualifications are only a baseline; contractors should strive for technical excellence in personnel by demonstrating experience and qualifications beyond these qualifications.

5.8.2 The specialized experience included as part of the required qualifications shall have been obtained in the field of endeavor indicated by the applicable labor categories listed below. The experience indicated in the following labor categories must have been performed during the past five years. In cases requiring experience of more than five years, at least five years of the total experience must be within the past five years. Key personnel are those who will be performing in Key Labor Categories listed below.

5.8.3 Personnel must have the appropriate security clearance as stated on the DD Form 254. Proof of U.S. citizenship is required to be permitted access to Government installation, aircraft, and ships.

5.8.4 DEFINITIONS

Note: All degrees shall be obtained from an accredited college or university. As used in the minimum personnel qualification descriptions for this contract, the terms indicated shall be defined or their meaning qualified as follows:

5.8.4.1 Academic year – a full or complete year of study at a junior college, college, university, or other academic institution toward which at least 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours of undergraduate study, or 18 semester hours or 27 quarter hours of postgraduate study, were completed.

5.8.4.2 Accredited institution – a post-secondary educational institution (junior college, college, university, technical trade, or professional school) which was approved by an accrediting agency listed as nationally recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

5.8.4.3 Accredited program – an educational program or course of study offered by a post-secondary educational institution which was approved by an accrediting agency listed as nationally recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

5.8.4.4 Degree – an academic title conferred by an educational institution upon completion of a unified course of study; if not otherwise qualified, the term shall mean a degree at the bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral levels only.

5.8.4.6 Experience and years of experience. All required experience for all labor categories may have been obtained concurrently.

5.8.4.6.1 When used in relation to requirements for past participation in professional work or employment activities, “experience” shall mean full-time (on the basis of a standard forty hour work week) participation, at least one-half of which time was spent performing qualifying functions as practitioner or employee.

5.8.4.6.2 When used in relation to requirements for a particular term or period of participation, “years of experience” shall mean full, productive years of participation. Productive years are work years of fifty-two weeks reduced by reasonable amounts of time for holiday, annual, and sick leave. If participation was part-time, or if less than one-half of the standard work week was spent performing qualifying functions, the actual time spent performing qualifying functions may be cumulated to arrive at full years (or years and months) of experience. For example, only the actual number of full days (or full-day equivalents) of duty or drills completed during a year of military reserve participation, or in other qualifying part-time employment or practice may be cumulated toward years of experience. Qualifying part-time experience performed in addition to other full-time qualifying employment during the same period of time may be cumulated on a full-time equivalent basis and added to the full-time experience to satisfy a total experience requirement.

5.8.4.7 Postgraduate degree – a master’s, Ph.D., or other professional degree for which completion of an undergraduate curriculum for receipt of a bachelor’s degree was a prerequisite.

5.8.5 Labor Category Qualifications:

5.8.5.1 Manager - Acts as the overall lead, manager and administrator for the contracted effort in support of a Navy program or project. Serves as the primary interface and point of contact with Government program authorities and representatives on technical and program/project issues. Overseas contractor personnel program/project operations by developing procedures, planning and directing execution of the technical, programming, maintenance and administrative support effort and monitoring and reporting progress. Manages acquisition and employment of program/project resources and controls financial and administrative aspects of the program/project with respect contract requirements.

· Education: BS or BA degree. An AS or AA degree and an additional four (4) years of experience may be substituted for a BA/BS or an additional eight (8) years of experience (without an Associate’s degree) may be substituted for a BA/BS.

· Experience: At least six (6) years of professional experience in the Defense acquisition, and three (3) years of experience in support of Navy Acquisition management. Knowledgeable of acquisition policies and procedures. Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with the requirements of the DOD 5000 series. Demonstrated ability to work with large and diverse teams and the ability to effectively provide guidance, direction, and supervision in all areas of contracted effort such as program management, systems engineering, major system acquisitions, and financial management.

5.8.5.2 Program Analyst - (Key). Analyzes program requirements, status, budget and schedules. Performs program management, technical, or business case analyses. Participates as a member of and/or supports the specified Program Integrated Product Teams (IPTs); and IPT directed business meetings. Collect, complete, organize and interpret technical data and financial information relating to aircraft acquisition and product programs. Tracks program/project status and schedules. Applies policies and procedures for financial planning.

· Education: BS or BA degree in a Business, Management or "Relevant Technical Discipline". ALLOWABLE SUBSTITUTION: An AS or AA degree and an additional four (4) years of experience; OR an additional six (6) years of experience may be substituted for a BS or BA degree.

· Experience: "At least four (4) years of experience in program management, technical or business analysis discipline; and included in the four (4) years, there must be At least four (4) years of experience in program management, technical or business analysis; and included in the four (4) years, there must be two (2) years professional experience in technical efforts supporting major weapon systems and components development. Demonstrated experience in the program/project status and schedules. Demonstrated knowledge of SECNAV, OPNAV and OSD policy and documentation related to PPBS, life-cycle management of military acquisition programs (as specified in the DoD 5000 series). Must have experience processing program acquisition, funding and contract documentation for military programs.

5.8.5.3 Project Support Specialist - Performs basic activities in support of program functions such as budgeting, auditing, forecasting funding expenditures. Collects and reviews program financial data from various databases and other sources. Creates, maintains, and updates program databases and spreadsheets, and generates various reports as required. Performs basic financial analysis of program areas as assigned. Prepares reports and presentation material. Maintains appropriate records and documentation. Supports assigned managers in managing, tracking, monitoring, and reporting financial data as required. Ensures compliance with internal policies and procedures as well as DAR, FAR, and other government policies and regulations. May act as program coordinator following up on pending details and coordinating program meetings. Participates in special projects as required.

· Education: High School diploma or GED.

· Experience: At least one (1) year of related experience in financial, accounting or business analysis. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

5.8.5.4 Junior Analyst - Provides program/project office analysis support. Participates in meetings and supports specified program and project teams. Tracks program/project status and schedules, takes minutes, prepares presentations, reports, studies, documentation. Performs tasks under supervision.

· Education: High School diploma or GED

· Experience: At least two (2) years of experience in a business or technical discipline.

6.0 OTHER DIRECT COSTS

6.1 The Contractor may be required to incur travel, and procure incidental supplies and materials in support of this effort as Other Direct Costs (ODCs). Only those material expenses having prior COR approval shall be reimbursed to the contractor. ODCs may include general and administrative (G&A) expenses but shall not include profit. Travel shall be reimbursed in accordance with NAVAIR clause 5252.232-9509 “TRAVEL APPROVAL AND REIMBURSEMENT PROCEDURES” included in Section H of the contract.

6.2 All material associated with this contract that is purchased by the contractor and not depleted during the performance of the contract shall become the property of the Federal Government. The contractor shall transfer all materials not depleted to the COR by way of Material Inspection and Receiving Report (DD250). Material shall be reimbursed in accordance with NAVAIR clause 5252.242-9515 “RESTRICTION ON THE DIRECT CHARGING OF MATERIAL” included in Section H of the contract.

7.0 SECURITY

7.1 Only U.S. citizens may perform under this contract. All personnel must be able to obtain a clearance at the Secret level. All personnel required to work at the Government’s site must, at a minimum, obtain an Interim Secret Clearance prior to starting work at the Government’s facility.

7.2 Operations Security Plan (OPSEC) plan, (CDRL A0006) shall be submitted to NAVAIR within 90 days of contract award for acceptance and approval. While performing aboard NAVAIR sites, the contractor shall comply with the provisions of NAWCADINST 3432 series, at all other sites, the contractor shall comply with the local command and/or program OPSEC plan.

7.3 OPSEC – The contractor shall develop, implement, and maintain a facility level OPSEC program to protect classified and sensitive information to be held, provided, used, handled, discussed, processed, stored, transmitted, or delivered at a contractor’s or subcontractor’s facilities during performance of this contract. The contractor is responsible for subcontractor implementation of OPSEC requirements for this contract.

7.4 Contractor personnel shall be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level noted in the Attached DD254. Prior to new employees starting work under this contract, the contractor shall ensure the new employees have and maintain a minimum of Department of Defense (DoD) National Agency Check (NAC), or be able to obtain the interim equivalent, during the period of performance in order to perform the work assigned and access the facilities required to perform the work.

7.5 Security Clearance Requirements

7.5.1 The following position/labor category equivalents require a security clearance:

8.0 DELIVERABLES

When required by the CDRL, delivery of data shall be electronic. File formats shall be identified in the CDRL. All Deliverables shall be delivered in accordance with schedules and conditions specified in the attached Contracts Data Requirements List (CDRL), DD Form 1423, Exhibit A.

A001 Technical Report-Study/Services – Database-NPRL/PRL A002 Technical Report-Study/Services – Funding Summary Reports A003 Technical Report-Study/Services – Execution Workbooks & Obligation/Expenditure Labor Risk Summary Report A004 Technical Report-Study/Services – Conference Minutes as needed A005 Contractor’s Progress, Status and Management Report – Program Progress and Cost Report A006 Operations Security (OPSEC) Plan A007 Point of Contact Lists:

-Type/Model/Series Teams; Program Office/Project Office A008 Distribution Lists:

A010 CR Action Item List/2-Month Planner

9.0 QUALITY SURVEILLANCE AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

The government will conduct quality surveillance via various methods including formal and informal meetings, review of technical reports, review of monthly progress reports, and review of deliverables in accordance with the Surveillance Activity Checklist. The Government will evaluate contractor performance in the areas of technical quality, responsiveness, timeliness and cost. Technical quality will be evaluated against the performance standards defined in task paragraphs. Responsiveness will be evaluated based upon the government interaction with the contractor during performance. Timeliness will be evaluated based on the contractor’s ability to meet Task Order and/or CDRL schedules. Cost will be evaluated based upon the contactor’s ability to manage to the negotiated costs.

10.0 Place of Performance

Approximately NAS PAX River: 98% Government site, 2% Contractor site (located within 50 miles of Pax River)

11.0 TRAVEL

The contractor shall be required to travel and/or work on-site at the Government’s request.

11.1 Local and long distance, domestic, and international, travel shall be required for this effort.

All travel expenses shall be authorized by the TOM, and only those travel expenses having valid receipts and travel claims shall be reimbursed to the contractor as Other Direct Costs.

11.2 Travel shall be reimbursed at cost in accordance with the Department of Defense Joint Travel Regulations.

11.3 All travel costs will be reported in the monthly status report as well as monitored by Contractor to ensure yearly ceiling is not exceeded.

12.0 ACCESS TO GOVERNMENT FACILITIES

AIR-6.8.1 will provide the Contractor access to Government facilities as required to complete this task order. Access will be provided during normal business hours (Monday through Friday, 0600 - 1800 hours). Contractor will be issued a Common Access Card (CAC) to fulfill task order requirements.

13.0 NAVY MARINE CORPS INTERNET REQUIREMENTS

Effective 01 October 2015, the Government will provide all NMCI services; to include IT related hardware, software, and support, necessary for the performance of this order. Implementation of these services shall be coordinated and conducted through the COR.

5252.245-9500 Government Property for the Performance of this Contract (NAVAIR)(May 2013)

(a)(2) Government furnished property to be provided under this contract:

Unit of Issue

Cost

14.0 WORK SCHEDULE

The contractor shall provide the required services and staffing coverage during normal working hours (NWHs). Core hours for NAVAIR personnel working either the basic or CWS work schedule are 0830-1500. This is the designated period each workday when all personnel must either be on duty or on leave. For purposes of this SOW, workdays shall be Monday through Friday. Commencement of a regular workday or a CWS day is no earlier than 0600. The contractor awarded this contract, with agreement by the COR, may allow its employees to work a Compressed Work Schedule (CWS). Any contractor that chooses to allow its employees to work a CWS in support of this contract agrees that any additional costs associated with the implementation of the CWS schedule vice the standard schedule are unallowable costs under this contract and will not be reimbursed by the government. Furthermore, all contractors shall comply with the requirements of the Fair Labor Standards Act and particularly with Section 7 regarding compensatory overtime. Additionally, the CWS shall not prevent the contractor employees from providing necessary staffing and services coverage when required by the Government facility.