Attachment 02_Contractor Personnel Security Req.pdf

Attachment 02

Contractor Personnel Security Requirements

1. Citizenship and Background Checks:

All personnel performing work under this contract shall be U.S. citizens. Contractor personnel assigned to Federally-controlled facilities must have, at a minimum, an initiated National Agency Check with Written Inquiries (NACI=T1) or equivalent investigation, and favorable completion of a Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) fingerprint check. In addition, all personnel shall present a REAL ID-compliant form of identification, as defined by 6 CFR Part 37, prior to being granted access to any Federally-controlled facility or information system.

2. Personnel Security Investigation Levels:

In accordance with Department of Defense (DoD) Regulation 5200.2-R, Personnel Security Programs, Contractor personnel requiring access to Federally-controlled information systems shall be assigned to IT positions designated as follows:

a. Critical Sensitive (IT-I): Requires a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI=T5) or equivalent; applies to privileged user accounts such as administrators.

b. Non-Critical Sensitive (IT-II): Requires a National Agency Check with Law and Credit (NACLC=T3) or equivalent.

c. Non-Sensitive (IT-III): Requires a NACI or equivalent (T1).

3. Acceptance of Previous Investigations:

The Government may accept previously completed investigations if determined by the CNIC Personnel Security Office to be equivalent in scope and current as per SECNAV M-5510.30 guidelines. Contractor shall provide detailed documentation including proof of a REAL ID-compliant identity credential for all employees requiring facility or system access.

4. Notification of Investigation Status:

The Contracting Officer shall notify the Contractor upon acceptance or rejection of prior investigations. If a new investigation is required or if access to classified information necessitates higher clearance, the Contractor will be advised accordingly.

5. Contractor Responsibility:

The Contractor is responsible for ensuring that all assigned personnel possess the appropriate security clearance level and present REAL ID-compliant identification for access.

6. Submission of Investigation Requests:

Requests for personnel investigations and IT access shall be submitted through the Contracting Officer and include:

a. Electronic submission of Standard Form (SF) 85 or SF 86 via the Office of Personnel Management’s (OPM) Electronic Questionnaires for Investigations Processing (e-QIP) system;

b. Proof of citizenship and identity with a REAL ID-compliant document (e.g., REAL ID driver’s license, U.S. passport, or other federally accepted identification); and

c. Form FD-258, Fingerprint Card.

7. Documentation Requirements:

Required documentation must be provided to the cognizant Personnel Security Office at the time of fingerprinting or prior to investigation submission to OPM.

8. Investigation Completion and Work Commencement:

Personnel shall not commence work on this contract until the required investigation has been favorably adjudicated or a waiver has been granted. The CNIC Personnel Security Office will ensure results are forwarded to the appropriate adjudication facility.

9. Waivers for Early Assignment:

Waivers permitting personnel to begin work prior to completion of investigations may be granted only in emergency situations where delay is detrimental to national security.

Waivers require:

a. Submission of all required investigation forms and completion of FBI fingerprint check;

b. Approval at the Flag or Senior Executive Service (SES) level; and

c. Determination by the Personnel Security Office on waiver eligibility.

No personnel shall be assigned to Federally-controlled facilities or systems without waiver approval.

10. Applicability:

This clause applies to the prime Contractor, subcontractors, and any temporary employees assigned to this contract. The Government retains the right to require removal of any personnel deemed unsuitable, regardless of clearance status.

11. Automated Information System (AIS) Security and Access:

Contractor personnel granted access to Government AIS must comply with all local AIS security policies. Violations such as password sharing or unauthorized access will result in immediate removal and may lead to disciplinary action. The Contractor shall:

a. Obtain Common Access Cards (CACs) or Installation Access Badges in accordance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and CNIC procedures;

b. Submit monthly rosters of personnel holding CACs to the Contracting Officer.

12. Training Requirements:

Contractor personnel shall complete annual Operations Security (OPSEC) and Information Security (INFOSEC) training as prescribed by CNIC Security Office.

13. Personnel Replacement:

Personnel removed from contract work must be replaced by individuals meeting all investigation and clearance requirements prior to commencing work. Personnel removed due to AIS policy violations shall not be reassigned to this contract.

14. Contract Expiration and Employee Separation:

Upon contract completion or employee separation, the Contractor shall:

a. Notify the Contracting Officer immediately in writing;

b. Ensure completion of CNIC C3P Ashore Out-Processing Checklist, return of Government property including CAC, badges, vehicle decals, and equipment; and

c. Coordinate deletion of local network accounts via Department of Defense (DD) Form 2875.Contractor shall bear costs related to noncompliance with separation procedures.

15. Performance Obligations:

Compliance with these security requirements shall not excuse the Contractor from meeting delivery schedules or performance standards unless otherwise approved by the Contracting Officer.

16. Billing Restrictions:

Contractor shall not bill for personnel whose clearance investigations remain pending.