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SPECIAL OPERATIONS FORCES (SOF)

DRAFT PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

1.0 INTRODUCTION. The Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) Special Communications Mission Solutions (SCMS) Division, located at St. Inigoes, MD, integrates and delivers products for Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Combat Systems, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C5ISR) systems. SCMS has provided engineering, integration and technical C5ISR support to Special Operations Forces (SOF) for over 30 years, acting as the single focal point for the portfolio of high visibility programs for United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) customers, Component Commands and the SOF user community. SCMS has technical authority over a number of C5ISR capabilities, including SOF Unique systems comprising of craft, vehicular, transit case, base station, tactical communications and command center systems. These critical SOF products are funded by a broad range of customers, including USSOCOM, SOF Component Commands, DOD, and other DOD and non-DOD agencies. These efforts include the development, integration or exploitation of commercial off the shelf (COTS) and Government off the shelf (GOTS) equipment, emerging technologies, service common components and systems and developmental systems to meet SOF Unique C5ISR requirements. SCMS supports the transition of SOF Unique Capabilities to the DOD services to facilitate USSOCOM’s goal of leveraging Service Common equipment while focusing SOF resources on truly SOF Unique requirements and capabilities. To complete these SOF requirements, the SCMS Division maintains a workforce that possesses subject matter expertise in a broad range of technical and programmatic disciplines. The SCMS designated Government Project Lead (GPL) will be responsible for Project Management and Systems Engineering aspects of the project and selects and leads the Integrated Project Team (IPT) for project completion. The GPL will utilize this contract to obtain the SOF Unique C5ISR specific support services, products, and deliverables needed to complete each assigned project.

1.1 Scope. The contractor shall provide system engineering services to the SCMS Division to perform tasks in support of assigned SOF C5ISR projects including: requirements definition; solution definition; integration, installation verification/validation; operation & sustainment. Assigned efforts may involve the integration/installation of new C5ISR systems/equipment; the upgrade/modernization of existing systems/equipment; and the use of legacy, current, and emerging C5ISR technologies to meet SOF Unique requirements. Tasking may span the entire systems engineering life-cycle or some portion thereof; but due to the rapid nature of SCMS projects, tailoring of the systems engineering process will typically be required. SOF Unique C5ISR systems supported by this contract can range from stand-alone systems up to global, integrated communication solutions that combine satellite and terrestrial networks supporting converged voice, video and data, and may take various forms including dismounted portable, mobile, and fixed-site applications. While contract performance will take place primarily at CONUS locations, completion of some projects will require travel to OCONUS locations. The goal of the contract is to obtain a combination of in depth Special Operations experience/expertise and C5ISR expertise to provide SCMS and the Special Operations Community the ability to rapidly develop/employ and support C5ISR Capabilities in support of SOF’s Mission to lead the Global War on Terror. SOF unique technologies include:

1.1.1 SOF communications methods, operational environments, tactics and procedures

1.1.2 Military and commercial RF/satellite communication systems and their applications, including: HF, VHF, UHF, EHF, SHF, GBS, GPS, tri-band, INMARSAT, Iridium, Ku, Ka, C, LEO, VSAT, and microwave systems

1.1.3 Network types to include PAN, MANET, LAN, WAN, and MAN; associated network architectures, topologies, and components; various media – copper, fiber optics, and wireless; networking protocols; and other network technologies and concepts – TCP/IP, ATM, Frame Relay, ISDN, DSL, SONET, VOIP, and QoS

1.1.4 Storage, distribution, and control of analog/digital audio, video, and data; associated devices, components, and peripherals Military and Commercial Encryption and security technologies; design/integration of approved Type I and Commercial security devices and applications into RF and IT networks; design and integration of multi-level/multi-domain secure networks

1.1.5 SOF surface, air, and vehicular platforms, dismounted applications, transit case, base station and command centers

1.1.6 SOF tactical communication systems and networks

1.1.7 SOF Information Enterprise

1.1.8 Intercommunications systems, Radio over IP/Voice over IP systems, Radio/Communication Remote Control systems

1.1.9 Commercial and Cellular Communications Systems, technologies, and security/encryption technologies

1.1.10 Situational Awareness and ISR systems and technologies

1.1.11 Military Information Support Operations (MISO) systems and technologies

SCMS PM Management Plan

3.0 TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS. The contractor shall provide systems engineering services to SCMS Division in the performance of studies and application of leading edge technologies for SOF projects in the developmental, production, or operational phases in accordance with the SCMS Systems Engineering Management Plan (current version). The contractor shall report results of surveys, analysis and associated technical data in accordance with Exhibit A. Performance of work shall be measured in accordance with the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) or Contractor Surveillance Plan Checklist, as appropriate to the resulting task orders. Services shall require performance at the contractor’s facilities, Government facilities, or other locations as designated by the SCMS Division in the resulting task orders.

3.1 SOF C5ISR System Research, Development, Testing, and Prototyping (RDT&P). (CLINs 0110, 0120, 0130, 0140, 0150) The contractor shall provide research, development, test, evaluation (RDT&E), and prototyping services to the SCMS Division in the performance of preliminary and detailed design efforts for developmental SOF C5ISR projects. The following is an example of SOF C5ISR projects that would fall under this section: RDT&E of developmental systems to achieve system performance objectives and prototype development. The contractor shall document the RDT&P project in accordance with Exhibit A, as defined in the resulting task orders. (CDRLs A001, A002, A003, A004, A005, A006, A007, A008, A009, A010, A011, A012, A013, A014, and A015)

3.1.1 Prepare the RDT&P project plan. The documentation shall include project objectives, anticipated equipment and services, staffing plan, resource loaded work breakdown structure (WBS), and a Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) as defined in the resulting task orders. At project close-out, prepare a concise history related to the development of the SOF C5ISR system, recording principal issues encountered and lessons learned.

3.1.2 Provide full life cycle program planning throughout the system RDT&P process. Program planning includes analysis, recommendations, and documentation in the areas of: supportability and maintenance planning, technical data management, design document management and control, technical manual preparation, training support, and Packaging, Handling, Storage, and Transportation (PHS&T) required for developmental SOF C5ISR projects.

3.1.3 Conduct a requirements analysis, derive system, subsystem and component requirements and specifications and document results, including preparation of a requirements traceability matrix. Develop concept, preliminary, and detailed designs of SOF C5ISR systems based on approved requirements. Prepare DoD and USSOCOM acquisition process documentation to support development of these systems. Document the system design and alternatives. Example documents include drawings, master equipment list (MEL), Master Parts List (MPL), trade studies, analysis of alternatives, and space, weight, power, and environmental analysis. Define potential risk areas, identify alternatives, and recommend design modifications to meet interoperability requirements and reduce potential incompatibilities.

3.1.4 Develop prototypes for SOF C5ISR developmental projects using approved designs. Perform limited fabrication, including the electrical and mechanical connections for the production of mock-ups and prototype systems. The mockups shall be used to perform system development, testing, and demonstration prior to production. Deliver prototypes to the location designated in the task order and provide user training.

3.1.5 Develop test strategies, plans and procedures to support Developmental Testing (DT), Limited User Evaluations (LUE), Operational Test and Evaluation (OTE) and component, assembly, and system level testing requirements. Plans shall document all requirements for test facilities, support systems, and instrumentation. Develop test outlines, including test indexes, test narratives, and test sequence diagrams for developmental testing. Execute test plans and procedures, to include equipment inspection, specialized performance testing (such as electromagnetic interference/Electromagnetic compatibility [EMI/EMC], interoperability, environmental), and full system testing. Prepare test reports that include test data, results, analysis, conclusions, deficiencies, and recommendations.

3.1.6 Participate in technical reviews, to include, Technology Readiness Reviews (TRR), System Requirements Reviews (SRR), System Functional Review (SFR), Preliminary Design Review (PDR), CDR, Test Readiness Review (TRR), and functional and physical configuration audits (FCA/PCA). Provide drawings, technical reports, and documentation in support of the technical review meetings.

3.1.7 Provide special engineering support to research new and emerging communications and network technologies for SOF C5ISR applications, which have the potential to benefit from state of the art communications and network capabilities or improve existing system performance. The contractor shall: identify, review and compare new and emerging technologies for application within SOF C5ISR programs and associated communications and network systems; evaluate new and emerging technologies for suitability for SOF C5ISR systems; conduct market studies to assess the readiness of the technology, risk factors including technical maturity or available products, financial stability of potential vendor, and, effects of inserting emerging technology into a communications and network project; re-design system architectures to integrate new and emerging technologies into SOF C5ISR systems; and design or redesign systems for covert operations, concealment, feature disguise, tamper-proof operation, fail-safe operation, intrusion detection/self-destruct features, and extreme environment operation.

3.1.8 Identify opportunities for technology transition and exploitation to meet SOF C5ISR Unique capabilities and requirements and support the evaluation and implementation of applicable technologies. The contractor shall: maintain knowledge of SOF operational needs, threats and gaps; maintain knowledge of emerging commercial and DOD C5ISR technologies and programs; and evaluate the application and implementation of emerging technologies as they apply to SOF C5ISR operations, threats and gaps.

3.1.9 Conduct and review site surveys for developmental projects. Identify facility design, space considerations, cable plant design, and structural considerations. Identify and review available power, physical, environmental, and security constraints. Identify the site’s points of contact for supporting the system design and testing activities.

3.1.10 Identify components, equipment, subsystems and systems not having Joint Interoperability Test Center (JITC) certifications for interoperability or having limited or partial JITC certification for test completion. Obtain certification when needed to validate the development of SOF C5ISR systems, subsystems, or equipment with new or existing equipment.

3.2 SOF C5ISR System Integration, Verification, and Installation. (CLINs 0210, 0220, 0230, 0240, 0250) The contractor shall perform the integration, verification, and installation services for production and operational SOF C5ISR projects. This includes integration, installation and modification of new and existing SOF C5ISR systems. Integration in the context of this paragraph is defined as systems engineering technical approach, identifying interface requirements, conducting, coordinating and execution of analysis and required modifications, and related management and reporting. The equipment installation includes necessary items supporting the functional requirements of the validated SOF C5ISR systems into validated specialized C5ISR platforms and the shore terminations of such systems. The contractor shall document the integration, verification, and installation project in accordance with Exhibit A, as defined in the resulting task orders. (CDRLs A001, A002, A003, A004, A005, A006, A007, A008, A009, A010, A011, A012, A013, A014, and A015)

3.2.1 Prepare the system integration, verification, and installation project plan. The documentation shall include project objectives, anticipated equipment and services, concept diagrams, staffing plan, resource loaded work breakdown structure (WBS), and POA&M as defined in the resulting task orders. At project close-out, prepare a concise history related to the integration, verification, or installation of the SOF C5ISR system, recording principal issues encountered and lessons learned.

3.2.2 Provide Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) throughout the system integration, verification, and installation process. ILS includes analysis, recommendations, and documentation in the areas of: reliability and maintainability, maintenance planning, technical data management, configuration management, technical manual preparation, training support, and Packaging, Handling, Storage, and Transportation (PHS&T) required for production and operational SOF C5ISR projects. Prepare a configuration management plan, which establishes policies and procedures for the identification and control of configuration documentation for the integration, verification, and installation project.

3.2.3 Provide integration services to establish total SOF C5ISR systems, which perform specific functions according to SCMS approved system documentation. The contractor shall: prepare an integration plan that describes the technical approach, interface requirements, electrical and physical layouts, and schedule of events; prepare fabrication and installation drawings; perform functional and integration analysis to consider and identify all SOF C5ISR system life cycle needs; review SOF C5ISR system designs and associated MELs; analyze manufacturer certifications and specifications; review available equipment and material performance characteristics to recommend equipment and materials that meet performance and functional requirements; procure SCMS approved equipment and material; fabricate, install, and assemble required cables, assemblies, peripheral, and interface devices for the SOF C5ISR system; custom fabricate cabinetry, racks and furniture at contractor site for equipment installation in various platforms; and conduct physical, manufacturing, and stage II-IV production verification on all components throughout the integration process.

3.2.4 Prepare total system verification plans, which establish the basic requirements for relationships among the results throughout the production and upgrade processes: factory acceptance, system integration, installation, acceptance, and operational verification and validation of the SOF C5ISR system. Plans shall document all requirements production verification facilities, support systems, and instrumentation. Prepare verification outlines, including indexes, narratives, and sequence diagrams for integration, checkout, installation, and acceptance. Witness system verification and demonstrations in the production plant or facility; and analyze verification data. Conduct production verification at NAWCAD St. Inigoes and other SCMS Division designated locations and report results.

3.2.5 Analyze the intended installation environment and all interrelated configurations of the SOF C5ISR system architecture required to support the capability and operational requirements of the final system. Conduct surveys to document layouts and conceptual alternatives, system options, and operational assessments as designated by the SCMS Division. Analyze and document environment layout, space considerations, cable layout, physical considerations, available power, and environmental and security constraints related to the SOF operational needs. Identify on-site points of contact for supporting the equipment installation. Prepare the system installation plan detailing the recommended system configuration.

3.2.6 Provide pre-delivery checkout and validation services. The contractor shall: prepare draft pre-delivery checkout procedures that verify proper operation and performance of all SOF C5ISR equipment and systems, including hardware, firmware, and software; pre-delivery checkout procedures shall include data recording forms to document results with the objective of demonstrating that the product functions according to specifications and each requirement has been achieved; submit the draft procedures for SCMS Division review and comments; upon SCMS approval of the procedures, conduct the checkout to ensure the acceptable performance of each integrated item prior to delivery to SCMS Division; provide quality assurance reviews of the system, subsystem and components; document the checkout results and system validation; prepare compliance matrices of system specification, performance, and operational requirements to ensure systems comply with all system requirements prior to delivery of the system; and provide the completed final checkout procedures and a pre-delivery validation report. SCMS Division reserves the right to determine who will witness all or portions of these assessments.

3.2.7 Provide fabrication, integration, and documentation for efforts associated with assembling sets, kits, and outfits (SKOs) for various special operations sponsors. These SKOs will cover vehicle, boat, and aircraft kits, as well as dismounted (soldier worn/carried) kits. Ancillary components must be selected to create custom communications kits for certain operators, locations, platforms, and missions. These SKOs will be used for operations or to improve integration and production efficiency. Documentation can include operation, installation, or verification instructions and diagrams.

3.2.8 Conduct physical inventory of SOF C5ISR system components and verify serial numbers and parts provided to the installation location. Perform equipment installation of SOF C5ISR systems, including cables, racks and cabinets. Prepare the required technical manuals for the installed system to include instructions for handling, transporting, installing, operating, repairing, and maintaining the system.

3.2.9 Provide SOF C5ISR technical support to SCMS Division at designated meetings with subject matter experts and management representatives which are involved in the integration, verification, and installation project.

3.3 SOF C5ISR System Modification. (CLINs 0310, 0320, 0330, 0340, 0350) The contractor shall provide services to modify production and operational SOF C5ISR projects using SCMS furnished criteria. The following are examples of projects that would fall under this section: procurement, production, and modernization of systems to expand existing capabilities; procurement of COTS and Non-Developmental Item (NDI) components; design services incidental to the acquisition and product improvement of end items and components currently in production; Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), modifications, and Service Life Extension Program (SLEP) to extend the production system’s useful life; modernization of operational systems within the current performance envelope of the system; engineering services to satisfy an operational deficiency; engineering services applied to an out-of-production, but still operational item. The contractor shall document the modification project in accordance with the Exhibit A, as defined in the resulting task orders. (CDRLs A001, A002, A003, A004, A005, A006, A007, A008, A009, A010, A011, A012, A013, A014, and A015)

3.3.1 Prepare the system modification project plan. The documentation shall include project objectives, anticipated equipment and services, staffing plan, resource loaded work breakdown structure (WBS), and a POA&M as defined in the resulting task orders. At project closeout, prepare a concise history related to the system modification project, recording principal issues encountered and lessons learned.

3.3.2 Provide Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) throughout the system modification project. ILS includes analysis, recommendations, and documentation in the areas of: reliability and maintainability, maintenance planning, supply support, support equipment and personnel, technical data management, configuration management, operations and maintenance (O&M) manual preparation, training support, and Packaging, Handling, Storage, and Transportation (PHS&T) required for production and operational SOF C5ISR projects. Prepare a configuration management plan, which establishes policies and procedures for the identification and control of configuration documentation for the modification project. Draft ECPs and CCB recommendations for system modifications based on input, such as, user feedback, field experience, and concept refinement.

3.3.3 Prepare or review the modification requirements documentation, considering the application of emerging technology, unique packaging schemes, enhanced system security, and potential OCONUS operational requirements. Identify and define the functional and performance requirements for each component of the modified system. Document the modified system specifications and layout. Analyze the modified system’s capability to meet operational and performance requirements. Conduct surveys at potential and existing sites to analyze and document the layout and conceptual alternatives, modified system options, and operational assessments.

3.3.4 Identify modification equipment having partial, limited, or no Joint Interoperability Test Center (JITC) certifications for interoperability. Obtain certification when needed to validate the integration of the modification equipment with existing equipment.

3.3.5 Prepare verification plans and procedures to validate modified components, assemblies, and systems. Plans shall document all requirements for verification of facilities, support systems, and instrumentation. Prepare verification outlines, including indexes, narratives, and sequence diagrams. Execute verification plans and procedures, to include equipment inspection, specialized performance verification (such as EMI/EMC, interoperability, environmental), and full modified system verification. Prepare verification reports that include data, results, conclusions, deficiencies, and recommendations.

3.3.6 Deliver an initial production build of the modified system using SCMS approved documentation. The contractor shall: perform limited fabrication, including the electrical and mechanical connections for initial production build; perform verification procedures and prepare reports that include data, results, conclusions, deficiencies, and recommendations; and draft technical documentation describing the modification processes, fabrication techniques, installation procedures, and operational instructions of the modified system.

3.3.7 Participate in modification project meetings, technical reviews, and conference presentations when SOF C5ISR system modification expertise is required.

3.4 SOF C5ISR System Operations Support. (CLINs 0410, 0420, 0430, 0440, 0450) The contractor shall perform operational system support to include analysis, recommendations, and documentation in the areas of: reliability and maintainability, quick-reaction technical and supply support, technical data management, training support, PHS&T, and configuration management required for operational SOF C5ISR projects. The contractor shall document the operations support project in accordance with Exhibit A, as defined in the resulting task orders. These operational SOF C5ISR projects involve maintenance, repair, overhaul, and refurbishment, and lifecycle replacement of equipment and systems; the routine, recurring effort conducted to sustain operational availability of an end item; and the removal, repair, and replacement of components of in-service systems. (CDRLs A001, A002, A003, A005, A006, A007, A008, A009, A010, A011, A012, A013, A014, A015, and A016)

3.4.1 Perform reliability and maintainability analysis and planning for in-service SOF C5ISR systems and execute logistic support requirements per established plans as defined in the resulting task orders. The documentation shall include project objectives, anticipated equipment and services, staffing plan, resource loaded work breakdown structure (WBS), and a POA&M as defined in the resulting task orders. At project closeout, prepare a concise history related to the operations support project, recording principal issues encountered and lessons learned.

3.4.2 Provide quick-reaction/quick response support for solving in-service SOF C5ISR system technical problems. The contractor shall: inspect failed parts and equipment at in-service locations to determine specific design, interface, or operational deficiencies and repair systems; and receive, inspect, kit and ship equipment, and materials to support and maintain deployed SOF C5ISR systems to meet interim operational support requirements; and perform system grooms and system/equipment maintenance testing to verify system/equipment operational readiness. This support may include the contractor providing specialized engineering and support teams to solve complex operational performance failures.

3.4.3 Maintain and distribute technical documentation for in-service SOF C5ISR systems, such as: drawings; Standardized Master Equipment Lists (S-MEL); Master Parts Lists (MPL); operator manuals, including instructions to locate, set-up, operate and maintain the equipment and a description of the equipment and its electronics. Maintain a data and document repository of reference materials required for the layout, integration, installation, maintenance, operation and support of in-service systems.

3.4.4 Provide SOF C5ISR system training. Prepare, maintain and update training plans, materials and curriculum. Identify and coordinate vendor training and conduct on-the-job training when updating or maintaining equipment. Review and update training requests incorporating data received from manufacturers or as a result of system modifications upgrades and improvements.

3.4.5 Analyze and recommend the PHS&T resources, processes, procedures, considerations, and methods to ensure that all system, equipment, and support items are preserved, packaged, handled, and transported properly, including environmental considerations and equipment preservation for the short and long storage.

3.4.6 Perform configuration management support of fielded systems, including maintenance of configuration management plans, which shall include policy and procedures for the control of the various SOF C5ISR system, subsystem and component hardware, software, and documentation.

3.5 Independent SOF C5ISR System Verification and Validation. (CLINs 0510, 0520, 0530, 0540, 0550) The contractor shall conduct independent verification and validation (IV&V) of SOF C5ISR component, equipment or systems acquired by USSOCOM or other SOF components. The contractor shall document the IV&V project in accordance with Exhibit A, as defined in the resulting task orders. (CDRLs A001, A002, A003, A004, A005, A009, A011, A012, and A013)

3.5.1 Analyze the requirements and design documentation. Prepare the IV&V plan and procedures, identifying all resources required. The documentation shall include project objectives, anticipated equipment and services, staffing plan, resource loaded work breakdown structure (WBS), and a Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) as defined in the resulting task orders.

3.5.2 Conduct IV&V plans and procedures, to include equipment inspection, specialized performance verification (such as EMI/EMC, interoperability, environmental), and full modified system verification. Prepare quick-look and final IV&V reports that include data, results, conclusions, deficiencies, and recommendations. Schedule IV&V event and coordinate resources.

3.5.3 Prepare and deliver quick-look and full reports. Support preparation of the IV&V document.

3.6 Combat Evaluation and Combat Validation (CV). (CLINs 0610, 0620, 0630, 0640, 0650) Provide Combat Evaluation and Combat Validation (CV) support to include the planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting of CV events. A CV is an assessment event that involves operational testing of an item or system by the end users. The results support a Combat Validation Decision Directive (CVDD) that influences the procurement decision. (CDRLs A001, A002, A003, A004, A005, A009, A011, A012, and A013)

3.6.1 Provide CV event planning. Prepare CV planning documents to define event objectives, including a resource loaded WBS. Define system configurations. Coordinate material acquisition. Coordinate manpower, CV location, and resources. Assist in certifications and approvals (e.g. spectrum, information assurance, air-worthiness). Create user assessment forms/surveys. Verify equipment/system operation prior to CV event.

3.6.2 Support the CV event. Train users on systems being evaluated. Configure equipment. Coordinate execution of mission scenarios. Support users/military operators during CV event. Adapt and adjust CV plan to meet event objectives. Record performance data during CV event. Distribute user assessment forms/surveys and collect feedback.

4.0 TASK ORDER REPORTS

4.1 Contractor’s Progress, Status, and Management Report. (CDRL A017)

4.2 Financial Progress Report. (CDRL A018)

4.3 Segregation of Cost and Invoice Requirements Report. (CDRL A019)

4.4 Workforce Report. (CDRL A020)

4.5 Task Order Close-Out. (CDRL A021)

5.0 FACILITIES/PROPERTY

5.1 Contractor-Furnished Facilities/Property. The contractor shall provide its own support facilities needed to perform the requirements of this contract except as provided in paragraph 5.2. The contractor shall provide all equipment and office/facility furnishings to support the PWS requirements for contractor-site requirements. The minimum net square footage required is 35,000 of combined office, lab, integration, and warehouse/storage facilities. The government does not intend to assume responsibility to retain the facility or take control of the title after the contract is completed. It is anticipated that the cost of the facilities will be proposed as an indirect charge to the Government, and the facility may not be located on Government property.

5.1.1 Because of the hands-on effort, the Contractor’s facility shall contain assembly, vehicular access, test and storage space, as well as attendant office space for the support staff. The facilities shall be within 50 ground transportation miles of NAWCAD St. Inigoes, MD. The facility location shall satisfy the daily technical and management operation of the contract.

5.1.2 The contractor shall provide all equipment, tooling, test equipment, office/facility furnishings and equipment, and transportation vehicles to support the PWS requirements. The contractor shall be responsible for coordinating delivery of Government provided equipment, i.e., integration materials and special purpose equipment, from the Government location to the designated contractor site. The cost of transportation vehicles supporting PWS requirements or for the contractor to conduct its normal business operations will not be considered as an allowable direct cost in the performance of the contract. Transportation vehicles shall be provided to support and meet delivery and pick-up of Government provided equipment and integration materials when scheduled.

5.1.3 The contractor shall also provide printers, fax machines, and other office automation equipment for each building in such a manner that employees’ time can be utilized in the best fashion, without delays in waiting for data to be processed or be printed out.

5.1.4 Contractors are mandated by DOD policies to use government-approved client PKI’s, Class 4 Certificates, for accessing various government DOD resources, i.e. WEB Sites. The contractor shall provide approved client DOD client PKI Class 4 Certificates or CAC Badge/CAC Readers. The contractor shall ensure all government site employees requiring connectivity with the SCMS RDT&E Network are provided access to computers for development of documentation, databases, and spreadsheet data. Portables are to be used for remote/web access only. These computers shall have sufficient memory, hard disk space, a network interface card, and capability of running a full range of standard software including current versions of Microsoft Windows Operating System and Microsoft Office Professional. Desktop computer systems shall be set-up to allow access to the SCMS RDT&E Network. Technical support from the manufacturer of the hardware and software must be available. All equipment being connected to SCMS LAN shall meet minimum requirements stated forth in the current version of Non-Navy Research, Development, Test and Evaluation Network Standard Operating Procedures. The use of laptops and docking stations on the network is prohibited at this time. Contractor-owned equipment will be permitted connections to NAVAIR/DOD networks in order to carry out the performance of this contract. All Contractor-owned hardware or software shall meet DOD 8500.2 IA Controls, is subject to validation scanning, and must be approved by the COR and SCMS Network ISO prior to connection.

5.2 Government-Furnished Facilities/Property. The Government will provide approximately 13,000 square feet of office, laboratory and integration space for the contractor for on-site work requirements located at NAWCAD, Patuxent River, St. Inigoes, MD. These shared access spaces shall be provided with integration benches, lights, power, and climate control as required for this effort. If the contractor chooses to alter the work area in any manner, they shall have prior approval from the COR and shall be responsible for the cost of any modifications approved. Integration materials will be provided to the contractor. On a limited case-by-case basis special purpose equipment may be provided for use in the test and evaluation of Government furnished SOF, C5ISR equipment/systems and subsystems. The government shall provide all desks, chairs, and other office/facility furnishings for government site requirements.

6.0 QUALITY ASSURANCE

6.1 Best Commercial Workmanship. The contractor shall provide and maintain a quality program in accordance with the following:

6.1.1 The contractor is required to maintain and operate a facility wide quality management system that is designed for the products and services to be provided under the contract.

6.1.2 The manufacturing and quality management systems will use ANSI/J-STD-001, "Requirements for Soldered Electrical and Electronic Assemblies", IPC-A-610, "Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies", and IPC-R-700, "Suggested Guidelines for Modification, Rework and Repair of Printed Boards and Assemblies" as the required guidelines for producing electrical and electronic assemblies.

6.1.3 The quality management system will use the quality requirements as defined in FAR 46.202-4(a) and satisfy ISO 9001:2008, "Quality Systems - Model for Quality Assurance in Design, Development, Production, Installation and Servicing".

6.1.4 The quality management system documentation and the system's effectiveness are subject to review by NAWCAD at any time during the period of performance of this agreement.

6.1.5 Standard program data that may be required by the Government to compile trend studies shall be made available as needed.

6.2 The contractor's quality management organization must be clearly defined, and employees providing quality functions must have adequate responsibility, authority, and freedom to identify and evaluate problems and to initiate, recommend, or provide corrective action.

6.3 A periodic review of quality requirements shall be conducted by the contractor to identify the controls, processes, skills, fixtures, tools, and test equipment needed to ensure product quality. The results of this review shall update inspection and testing techniques, instrumentation, and manufacturing methods and processes. Standard program data that may be required by the Government to compile trend studies shall be available as needed.

7.0 WORKPLACE AND SCHEDULE

7.1 Work Schedule. The Contractor shall provide the required services and staffing coverage during normal working hours (NWHs). NWHs are usually 8.5 hours (including a 30-minute lunch break), from 0730-1600 each Monday through Friday (except on the legal holidays specified elsewhere). Some supported Government offices have flexibility to start as early as 0600/0630 and end as late as 1800/1830 Monday through Friday. Services and staffing shall be provided for each office at least 8 hours per day (during the 8.5 hour workday which includes the 30-minute lunch break).

7.2 Government Employees are allowed to voluntarily work a "Compressed Work Schedule" (CWS). CWS is an alternative work schedule to the traditional five 8.5 hour workdays (which includes a 30-minute lunch) worked per week. Under a CWS schedule an employee completes the following schedule within a two-week period of time: eight weekdays are worked at 9.5 hours each (which includes a 30-minute lunch), one weekday is alternately worked as 8.5 hours (which includes a 30-minute lunch) and one Friday is not worked by the employee. The result is 80 hours worked every two weeks, with 44 work hours one week and 36 work hours the other.

7.3 The Contractor awarded this contract, with agreement by COR, may allow its employees to work a CWS schedule. Any contractor that chooses to allow its employees to work a CWS schedule 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 schedule shall not prevent Contractor employees from providing necessary staffing and services coverage when required by the Government facility.

8.0 OPSEC PLAN. The Operations Security (OPSEC) plan shall be furnished pursuant to the requirements provided herein. Required information shall be provided in accordance with Exhibit A (CDRL A022).

8.1 The contractor shall maintain a facility level OPSEC Program to protect Critical Information (CI) to be used at the contractor facility during the performance of this contract. The contractor shall practice OPSEC and implement countermeasures to protect CI and other sensitive unclassified information and activities, especially those activities or information which could compromise classified information or operations, or degrade the planning and execution of military operations performed or supported by the contractor in support of the mission. If the contractor cannot resolve an issue concerning OPSEC they will contact the COSR. The Contractor is responsible for subcontractor implementation.

8.2 The OPSEC plan shall be developed in accordance with the requirements set forth in NAWCINST 3432.1 and OPNAVINST 3432.1 and submitted to NAWCAD SCMS Division Code 4.11.4, Patuxent River, St. Inigoes.

9.0 OCONUS TRAVEL. The contractor may be required to provide support outside of the Continental US (OCONUS) in support of communication equipment/systems and subsystems as required by the COR in accordance with DFAR clause 252.225-7040. OCONUS support shall include, but not be limited to, conducting site surveys, equipment evaluation, user maintenance and repair assistance, system installation, and system verification and validation in accordance with PWS paragraphs 3.0-3.6. When travel is required to OCONUS locations the contractor shall meet requirements set forth in the contract. Potential locations may include but are not limited to Afghanistan, Kuwait, Germany, Italy, Puerto Rico, Guam, Spain, Qatar, Romania, Poland, Hawaii and Portugal.

9.1 CONUS travel may also be required to meet the requirements set forth in each task order. Potential locations within the Continental United States where the contractor may be required to provide support include but are not limited to: Washington, DC; Tampa, FL; Seattle, WA; San Diego, CA; Norfolk, VA; Aberdeen, MD; Fayetteville, NC; Colorado Springs, CO; and Cincinnati, OH. These locations are listed in no particular order.

10.0 MATERIAL PROCUREMENT

It will be necessary for the contractor to have a material funding allocation to immediately respond to system development requirements, system failures, and system operational requirements. All incidental material purchases will be approved per the Clause, Restriction on the Direct Charging of Material. (CDRLs A002, A003 and A008)

10.1 Procurement Support. The contractor shall provide hardware procurement and tracking support to gather data for equipment and hardware requirements in accordance with efforts performed as defined in resulting task orders. The contractor shall document the procurement support as defined in the resulting task orders.

10.1.2 Perform market research per Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 10 to identify potential sources capable of satisfying the Government’s technical requirement; analyze results and recommend sources capable of satisfying operational and performance parameters. Review Federal Stock System for availability of required items; make recommendations to the SCMS Division concerning use and integration of NSN and non-NSN hardware materials. Provide technical inputs to support material procurement documents.

10.1.3 Identify quantity and schedule requirements, including spare parts, and support planning for the procurement of long lead items. Maintain a current list of required hardware items that are to be procured and perform technical support in the preparation of procurement documentation.

10.1.4 Maintain accurate inventory records on equipment received by the contractor for storage prior to integration. Warehouse equipment and materials; establish and maintain a system for tracking, inventorying, and managing parts and equipment required for integration, test, upgrade, and repair of systems.

10.1.5 Input, recall, forward, and print data from the NAVAIR/NAWCAD corporate procurement initiation systems. Using the Government’s automated system, track acquisition status from procurement initiation to hardware delivery. Compare expected hardware availability with system development, production, and operational schedules. Utilize the Government’s automated system to maintain project material tracking reports and to identify delinquent material deliveries. Notify SCMS Division of discrepancies between schedules and hardware delivery. Input requisition receipt data in the Government’s automated system upon receipt of commercial procurements.

11.0 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) RELATED CLAUSES FOR SOF SYSTEMS

The Government will provide all necessary reference documents not generally available to the Contractor as required. Throughout the life of the contract, if any instruction or document is replaced or superseded, the replacement or superseding instruction or document shall be applicable to the requirements defined in this PWS.

The Contractor shall not purchase any IT equipment on behalf of NAVAIR in support of this Contract, which reports to PBIS-IT, without a Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) Command Information Officer (CIO) approved NAV-IDAS ITPR.

The following paragraphs are for information only:

11.1 Clinger-Cohen Act:

In 1996, Congress enacted the Clinger-Cohen Act (CCA) requiring agencies to use a disciplined capital planning and investment control process to acquire, use, maintain and dispose of information technology. In accordance with the following Department of Defense Directive (DoDD), Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI), Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) memo, and Secretary of the Navy Instruction (SECNAVINST), CCA compliance is required for all programs that contain IT, including National Security Systems (NSS). NSS are defined in National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication (SP) 800-59. Six factors are used to identify NSS, one of which is IT in weapons and weapons system programs.