Performance Work Statement_ Intelligence and Automation Operations (IAO)_20250708 _KO Reviewed.docx

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

Data Capabilities Division (DCD) - Intelligence and Automation Operations (IAO)

PART 1. GENERAL.

1. ADMINISTRATIVE OVERVIEW

Description of Services/Introduction: The contractor shall provide all personnel, management support, and non-personal services necessary to support the DCD, as outlined in this Performance Work Statement (PWS). PWS defines the technical, functional, and performance requirements of the work, including essential tasks, performance standards, work locations, units of work, quantities, and timelines. It establishes the scope of services and serves as the basis for all pricing.

Background: The Data Capabilities Division (DCD), operating under the Chief Information Office (CIO) within INSCOM, leads the development and management of software solutions that enhance all-source intelligence analysis and production for the Army Intelligence Security Enterprise (AISE). DCD works closely with operational stakeholders and the acquisition community, including PEO IEW&S, to incorporate feedback and implement agile updates to platforms, software, data, and analytics. The division supports mission requirements across multiple theaters of operation, enabling commanders to build and maintain a Common Intelligence Picture (CIP). As the Information System Owner of the Army Intelligence Data Platform (AIDP), INSCOM provides governance to prioritize system changes in alignment with the Army Intelligence Modernization Strategy. DCD ensures systems are enriched with data from authoritative sources and safeguarded through robust cybersecurity and risk management practices.

The objective of this task order is to deliver comprehensive operational intelligence integration and data-centric support to the Data Capabilities Division (DCD) and its diverse customer base. This includes tactical units, joint forces, interagency partners, allied and coalition entities, Army Service Component Commands (ASCCs), Joint Task Force J-2s, and Combatant Commands. The effort enables intelligence consumers to discover, access, and share relevant Intelligence Community (IC) reporting—both all-source and single-source—across the networks they operate. Services encompass cross-domain solutions, secure network access, data management, systems integration, and access to intelligence reporting across U.S. and multinational platforms. Support is provided to the Army’s intelligence program of record and the designated intelligence application within the Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) framework. The Army Intelligence Data Platform (AIDP) supports all echelons, including battalion, brigade, division, corps, and ASCC levels, and directly contributes to the tactical-to-operational targeting process. Additionally, the task order facilitates data protocols for NGC2 through a range of services, including artificial intelligence integration, Mobile Training Teams (MTTs), data governance, exercise systems integration, cybersecurity, cloud engineering, help desk operations, and overall mission support

The scope is outlined within 6 specific task areas identified below, as outlined in Part 4 of the PWS:

· Task Area 1: DCD Cross Domain Solutions and Digital Content Management

· Task Area 2: DCD Data and Systems Integration and Trex Support

· Task Area 3: DCD Operations Support

· Task Area 4: DCD Access Management

· Task Area 5: Information Technology Support

Reference Materials:

· Part 5: Regulations and Policies

· Part 6: Technical Exhibit Listings

· Part 6: List of CDRLs

Period and Place of Performance.

Period of Performance. The Task order period of performance is for a 12-month based period from the time of award with four 12-month option periods.

Places of Performance. Unless otherwise stated, the primary places of performance for all Task Areas are INSCOM Nolan Building, Fort Belvoir, VA, Ft. Eisenhower, GA, Ft. Liberty, NC, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA, and Ft. Huachuca, AZ.

Continuity of Operations (COOP): In response to catastrophic events, DCD will execute a COOP plan; some contractor personnel shall be required to relocate to an approved COOP location. COOP operational hours are likely 24 X 7/365. DCD government personnel will provide additional guidance for COOP planning. In the event of an emergency or unanticipated impact to operations (such as a pandemic, natural disaster, etc.), telework or alternate worksites may be authorized for up to 90 days. After 90 days, the government will be required to reauthorize after a revaluation by the operations director. Costs of relocating employees, purchasing hardware, sustaining operations, or establishing new workstations at the cost of the government is authorized when approved by the government.

Hours of Operation.

Task Area 1. Contractors should provide services during core hours. The contractor shall ensure the following:

Minimum manning of 2 contractor personnel on shift at all times, two (2) of whom are trained and available to perform Data Transfer Agent (DTA) operations. The two-person minimum DTA manning requirement is mandated by Army and DoD policies for Two Person Reliable Human Review of all files prior to conducting a cross-domain data transfer. In the event the DCD-designated automated screening toolset is degraded, 3-person manual review is mandatory to ensure Unauthorized Disclosure of Classification Information (UDCI) risks are mitigated.

Contractor personnel shall conduct a mandatory shift change/transition meeting between shifts. The primary purpose of the shift change is to provide a seamless transition of ongoing actions or issues from one shift to the next, facilitating continuous situational awareness and understanding and articulating any technical or procedural issues that impact the mission. The Contractor will maintain a shift change log that captures any of these issues to keep government leadership informed and for tracking purposes.

Task Areas 2, 3, 4, 5. Contractors provide services covering an 8-hour workday, Monday through Friday, and must incorporate the established organizational core hours of 0900 through 1500 unless otherwise directed. Contractor personnel must be available to the Government for the conduct of their contracted efforts during core hours unless coordinated and approved (in advance and in writing) by the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) except during Recognized Federal holidays or when the Government facility is closed due to local or national emergencies, administrative closings, or similar Government directed facility closings. The Contractor will not be reimbursed when the government facility is closed for the above reasons. The Contractor must at all times maintain an adequate workforce for the uninterrupted performance of all tasks defined within this PWS when the Government facility is not closed for the above reasons. When hiring personnel, the Contractor should keep in mind that the stability and continuity of the workforce are essential.

Administrative and Management of Personnel Requirements.

Tactical Timeliness. Due to the highly adaptable nature of the enemy and the need to take advantage of short windows of opportunity, equipment and services are frequently required on short notice. The Contractor’s ability to provide services, and support within short time constraints 24 to 48 hours is critical.

The contractor shall provide a contract manager. The name of this person and an alternate who shall act for the contractor when the manager is absent shall be designated in writing to the contracting officer. The contract manager or alternate shall have full authority to act for the contractor on all contract matters relating to the daily operation of this contract. All contractor key personnel shall be knowledgeable in the conduct of intelligence operations and must demonstrate knowledge of battalion, brigade, and division level intelligence operations and production cycles.

Key Personnel. The contractor shall provide, at a minimum, the identified task order key personnel aligned to the position descriptions (see Technical Exhibit 3/Attachment 3) with personnel meeting the stated qualifications for each position identified. Persons nominated to fill key positions are to be identified as “key personnel”; Contractor shall provide resumes of key personnel within 2 calendar days of contract award for Government review and approval.

Deliverable: CDRL A001 – Personnel Resumes

The contractor shall identify the Project Manager and alternate who is responsible for this task order. These persons are to be identified as “Key personnel” IAW the PWS.

Personnel Replacement, Extended Work Week, Backfill, and Vacancies

Replacement of Key Personnel. The Contractor shall notify the KO prior to making any change in key personnel. Prior to directing any of the proposed key personnel to other programs or functional areas, the Contractor shall submit justification to substitute key personnel at least 48 hours prior to the substitution. Justification shall be in sufficient detail, to include the replacement’s resume and start date, to permit evaluation of the impact of the proposed change on the program and its schedule. The Contractor shall not substitute or change the Key Personnel without prior written consent of the KO. The Contractor shall demonstrate to the satisfaction of the COR that the qualifications of the prospective personnel are equal to or better than the minimum qualifications outlined in this PWS.

Extended Work Week: The contractor shall provide a sufficient number of fully trained and qualified employees to meet all reporting requirements and deliverables. The contractor must maintain an adequate workforce for the uninterrupted performance of all tasks defined within this PWS when the Government facility is not closed. When hiring personnel, the contractor should keep in mind that the stability and continuity of the workforce are essential. If an Extended Work Week (EWW) is required, all hours must be approved by the COR in advance. An EWW is defined as any hours worked in addition to a normal 40-hour work week. The projected EWW hours must be within budget and will not exceed the contract’s limitation of funds. Justification shall be provided for all EWW requested per labor category/contractor name as reflected in the contractor’s invoice backup detail. Approved EWW hours shall apply only to the contractor(s) named in the request and are not transferable to others. If request is approved, all EWW hours worked shall be billed at the normal labor category billing rate. Without approval, EWW hours shall not be included in the contractor's invoice.

Vacancies. When the Contractor becomes aware that an employee will be leaving the contract, the Contractor shall immediately notify the COR and backfill the position with personnel of equal or superior qualifications no later than the eleventh working day and permanently fill the position within 30 calendar days. The Contractor shall notify the COR of their plan to fill the position prior to employee assignment.

Identification and Conduct of Contractor Employees. All contract personnel attending meetings, answering Government telephones, and working in other situations where their contractor status is not obvious to third parties are required to identify themselves as such to avoid creating an impression in the minds of members of the public that they are Government officials. Contractor personnel should also ensure that all documents or reports they produce are suitably marked as contractor products or that contractor participation is appropriately disclosed. Contractor personnel shall wear the appropriate security/identification badges when required. The Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that employees assigned to this contract comply with the applicable laws and regulations of the host country and any political subdivisions thereof. The Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that such employees comply with military rules and regulations when employed in areas under the jurisdiction of the applicable U.S. Forces Commander.

The Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that employees assigned to this contract comply with the applicable laws and regulations of the host country and any political subdivisions thereof. The Contractor is also responsible for ensuring that such employees comply with military rules and regulations when employed in areas under the jurisdiction of the applicable U.S. Army Commander. The Government reserves the right to direct any Contractor employee to be removed from performance, directly or indirectly, whenever there is probable cause to believe, based on all facts available, that such action is warranted in the interest of national security. This action shall be made whether the cause is deemed of sufficient severity to warrant action to terminate the Contractors or individuals Security clearance. The Government also reserves the right to remove any Contractor for the purpose of conducting any investigation of alleged misconduct that may, in the opinion of the Contracting Officer, jeopardize the security of the project. Loss or suspension of required facility security clearance as set forth on the DD Form 254, “Contract Security Classification Specifications,” would result in the Contractor’s inability to perform per the terms and conditions of this TO. As a direct result, the Contractor is subject to termination under the appropriate termination clause herein.

If a Contractor's employee is barred from continuing to perform under the contract for failure to comply with the laws, rules, and regulations, the costs incurred by the Contractor because of the removal of the employee, or the substitution of a replacement employee shall not be reimbursable under this contract. The disallowed costs would include relocation costs incurred by the Contractor to furnish a suitable substitute employee for the overseas assignment.

Contractor Travel. Travel to other Government facilities or other contractor facilities may be required. All travel requirements (including plans, agenda, itinerary, estimated reimbursable costs, or dates) will be pre-approved by the COR prior to travel by the contractor. All contractor travel cost invoices will include backups (miscellaneous receipts, mileage, gas, lodging, flight, rental car, etc.) A valid U.S. unrestricted passport is required for personnel traveling for OCONUS site support. The cost of travel is provided for in the Other Direct Costs (ODC).

Contractors may be required to travel up to 25% of the assigned time based on mission requirements.

Contractor Travel. Local travel is considered to travel within a 50-mile radius from the home station to perform official duties. Travel outside the 50-mile radius, as tasked by the Government, will be reimbursed at the applicable Joint Travel Regulations (JTR) rate.

Travel outside the 50-mile radius requires Government-issued Letters of Authorization (LOAs) for OCONUS travel and Letters of Instruction (LOI) for official travel and shall comply with the JTR. A trip report shall be submitted to the COR no later than 10 working days following completion of any Contractor travel. Air travel will be reimbursed IAW the Government JTR. All other travel costs will be reimbursed IAW the JTR.

Deliverable: CDRL A002 - Travel Trip Report

0. The Contractor shall ensure their employees comply with National Industrial Security Program Operations Manual, DOD 5220.22-M requirements for notification and obtaining authorization prior to travel to areas listed by the State Department or other U.S. Government Agencies as “denied or restricted” travel areas. Intermittent travel to countries other than those listed in Table 1-2 may be required for short periods of time and other locations as directed by the COR. Travel to these locations may require country clearances prior to travel and shall comply with the JTR.

Training. The Contractor is required to ensure that all employees comply with the HQ INSCOM mandatory training requirements for Contractor personnel in accordance with Army Regulation (AR) 381-10. The Contractor must provide documentation to the COR to confirm that training has been completed for each employee. Training will be completed during the transition period or as available via the Government. After the initial Transfer-In period, the Contractor must ensure that all CMEs comply with annual/periodic training requirements so that they are never in “overdue” status.

Online Training. The mandatory online training includes 1) DoD Cyber Awareness Challenge/Information Assurance, 2) Intelligence Oversight and Civil Liberties 3) Information Security Program, 4) DoD Controlled Unclassified Information Awareness, and 5) OPSEC Awareness. Additional training may be mandated by the government as necessary. Contractors shall complete all initial online training within 5 business days of indoctrination at HQ INSCOM.

Classroom Training. Mandatory classroom training includes 1) Classification Marking and 2) Threat Awareness and Reporting Program (TARP). Additional training may be mandated by the government as necessary. Contractors shall attend the earliest available scheduled online training upon indoctrination at HQ INSCOM.

Data Transfer Agent Training. Personnel assigned to Task Area 1 require training and authorization as Data Transfer Agents (DTA). DTA training will be conducted at HQ INSCOM in coordination with the designated Government Lead, as required. Personnel must attend DTA training and pass DTA examination within 21 calendar days of indoctrination at HQ INSCOM.

Program Management Requirements

Program Management. The contractor shall provide program management for all subtask areas to include, but not limited to:

· Task Planning, Preparation, and Execution (Establish Baseline and Metrics)

· Resource Management (Personnel) Schedule and Task Performance Oversight Monthly Financial Status Report (MSR/EAC) - Live Web Dashboard

· Quality Assurance and Controls

· Reporting and Deliverables Management

· Security Management

· Financial Forecasting and Resource Oversight and Recommendations

· Situation Assessment and Recommendations

Program Manager’s Responsibility. The contractor’s Project Manager (PM) shall actively participate in meetings, briefings, conferences, seminars, progress reviews, and other relevant events. Participation must include the provision of management oversight, technical expertise, and cost analysis, including Estimates at Completion (EAC).

The Program Manager / Contractor shall design, develop, maintain, and deliver a live, web‑based Financial and Resource Management Dashboard to the Government Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) in accordance with CDRL 003. The Dashboard shall provide secure, real‑time access to integrated financial, personnel, and scheduling data relevant to contract execution. It shall feature data visualization tools capable of presenting key performance indicators (KPIs), budget status, obligation and expenditure trends, SLIN/CLIN details, Estimates at Completion (EAC), contract modification timelines, resource allocation metrics by task area, and personnel status (Vacancies, Paid Time Off, onboarding / offboarding, TDY). The system shall enable real‑time data filtering without downtime, provide continuous updates, operate 24/7, and be accessible through standard web browsers without the need for additional software. Functionality shall include the capability to export data in commonly used formats, generate automated reports, and maintain comprehensive audit logs of all data updates for compliance purposes. The Contractor shall also furnish ongoing technical support, implement periodic functionality enhancements, and provide training to Government personnel to ensure effective and efficient use of the Dashboard. The dashboard shall be operational prior to the first invoice submission.

Program Management Communications. The contractor’s PM shall provide real-time contract information to KO/COR as needed or requested. The Contractor shall also provide system and facility readiness data posted to the in/out Processing Portal. When assigned tasks/projects fall behind schedule, the contractor’s PM shall provide the KO/COR with a report describing the problem, the root cause(s), and a mitigation plan and timeline to resolve the problem. The contractor shall maintain a formal risk management and lessons learned program to facilitate continuous process improvement (CPI). The contractor shall provide the Government with the results of the CPI lessons learned program as changes occur and requested by the COR.

Staff Support. The Contractor shall perform all necessary administrative support requirements, including but not limited to contract financial management, accounting, and reporting, precision scheduling, control and monitoring of mission support operations, task management, coordination of responsible and efficient logistics support. The contractor shall ensure timely updates and accuracy of all Tasks, contract personnel travel and leave, facility readiness, financial reports, contract modifications, and procurements.

Operational Reporting. The Contractor will maintain an existing live dashboard demonstrating daily production, operational requirements, and CDRL reporting, accessible for review by DCD Government personnel to ensure requirements are executed through defined SOPs. The Contractor shall submit reports and data as required by the appropriate Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs). When formats are not specified, and the Contractor developed formats are approved by the COR, the Contractor shall ensure standard formats are used throughout the performance period. All reports and submission requirements shall be posted IAW established CDRL requirements. In alignment with the Quality Control Plan (QCP), the Contractor shall establish a process for review and submittal of all contract requirements. The Contractor shall provide draft submission IAW CDRL requirements and shall make any corrections and adjustments necessary as identified by the customer. Any report submitted shall become the “final” report if no comment and/or corrections are provided within timelines outlined in the appropriate CDRL.

Other Direct Costs. Contractor ODCs shall be approved by the COR or KO in writing. ODC’s will consist mainly of travel, training, materials, software licenses, and equipment as approved to perform the DCD support services requirements. Only material necessary for the performance of this task order shall be acquired. There shall be no production or limited production acquisitions under this task order. Travel will consist of Mobile Training Teams (MTT), conference attendance, and required training.

Deliverable: CDRL A003 Live Web-Based Financial and Resource Management Dashboard

Quality Assurance. The COR will evaluate the contractor’s performance under this contract in accordance with the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP). This plan is primarily focused on what the Government must do to ensure that the contractor has performed in accordance with the performance standards. The Performance Requirements Summary (PRS) defines how the performance standards will be applied, the frequency of surveillance, and the minimum acceptable defect rate(s).

The contractor shall ensure 100% of its services and products go through a comprehensive contractor-led quality assurance and quality control process that when presented to the Government results in products that meet the requirements in the Performance Requirements Summary at PWS 6.1.

Quality Control Plan (QCP). The contractor shall develop and maintain an effective quality control program to ensure services are performed in accordance with the PRS in paragraph 6.1 (attachment 1) of this PWS. The contractor shall develop and implement procedures to identify, prevent, and ensure non-recurrence of defective services. The contractor’s quality control program is how they assure that work complies with the requirement of the contract.

The contractor’s initial draft QCP is to be submitted electronically to the KO and COR within 5 business days of the contract award and within 3 business days when changes are made thereafter. After Government approval/acceptance of the QCP, the contractor shall receive contracting officer’s acceptance in writing of any proposed change to its QC system.

Deliverable: CDRL A004 – Quality Control Plan Facility Clearance. The Contractor, performing work in support of this contract, shall have been granted a TOP SECRET security clearance from the Defense Industrial Security Clearance Office. Overarching security requirements and Contractor access to classified information will be as specified in the basic DD Form 254.

Contractor personnel shall have and maintain a TOP SECRET/SCI clearance with Special Background Investigation (SBI) and be able to attain Special Intelligence with sub-compartment G (SI-G), Talent Keyhole (TK), HUMINT Control System (HCS), and North Atlantic Treaty Organization SECRET (NATO SECRET) access. Personnel shall sign a Non-Disclosure Statement.

Personnel supporting all Task Areas must be eligible to obtain a Counterintelligence (CI) polygraph examination. Select personnel shall obtain the CI polygraph based on project and daily tasks following government nomination and approval. The CI polygraph is required to obtain access to specific intelligence community databases and network platforms. The CI polygraph will be provided by the government at government expense. Personnel shall perform within the security limitations of AR 381-10, USSID 1800, and other appropriate security regulations according to their intelligence disciplines. The Contractor will submit personnel for polygraph examinations within 10 business days of indoctrination at INSCOM. Failure to pass the polygraph examination will result in loss of access to the Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF).

All individuals requiring access to information technology (IT) systems will have the appropriate security clearance and will be granted access according to their security clearance, need-to-know, and their IT position/category. Additional position category and investigation guidance is available in DOD5200.2-R. As referenced from AR 25-2, personnel requiring access to information systems processing classified information to fulfill their duties will possess the required favorable security investigation, security clearance, formal access approval (DoD Directive 8140.01, Cyberspace Workforce Management), and need to know. The Contractor will ensure individuals performing Task Area 2 and 3 will comply with DOD Directive 8140.01 (ADP-II / IT-II) upon onboarding.

Physical Security. The contractor shall be responsible for safeguarding at the government facility all government equipment, information, and property provided for contractor use. At the close of each work period, government facilities, equipment, and materials shall be secured. The contractor shall safeguard any Government equipment, information, and property at the contractor’s facility.

Key Control. The Contractor shall establish and implement methods of making sure all keys/key cards issued to the Contractor by the Government are not lost or misplaced and are not used by unauthorized persons. NOTE: All references to keys include key cards. No keys issued to the Contractor by the Government shall be duplicated. The Contractor shall develop procedures covering key control that shall be included in the QCP. Such procedures shall include turn-in of any issued keys by personnel who no longer require access to locked areas. The Contractor shall immediately report any occurrences of lost or duplicate keys/key cards to the Contracting Officer. The government also requires a Security Plan within the QCP since key control procedures are required in the QCP.

In the event keys, other than master keys, are lost or duplicated, the Contractor shall, upon the direction of the Contracting Officer, re-key or replace the affected lock or locks; however, the Government, in its option, may replace the affected lock or locks or perform re-keying. When the replacement of locks or re-keying is performed by the Government, the total cost of re-keying or the replacement of the lock or locks shall be deducted from the monthly payment due to the Contractor. In the event a master key is lost or duplicated, all locks and keys for that system shall be replaced by the Government, and the total cost is deducted from the monthly payment due to the Contractor.

The Contractor shall prohibit the use of Government-issued keys/key cards by any persons other than the Contractor’s employees assigned to support this requirement. The Contractor shall prohibit the opening of locked areas by Contractor employees to permit the entrance of persons other than Contractor employees engaged in the performance of assigned work in those areas, or personnel authorized entrance by the KO.

Lock Combinations. The Contractor shall establish and implement methods of ensuring that all lock combinations are not revealed to unauthorized persons. The Contractor shall ensure that lock combinations are changed when personnel having access to the combinations no longer need to know such combinations. These procedures shall be included in the Contractor’s QCP. The government also requires a Security Plan within the QCP since key control procedures are required in the QCP.

Antiterrorism Considerations: In accordance with DFARS, 27 January 2011, 207.105(b) (20) (D), and DOD Instruction 2000.16, DoD Antiterrorism Standards, the contractor is hereby advised that it shall comply with the policies and procedures of the U.S. Antiterrorism Officer (ATO) at each installation where work is being performed. DoD Instruction 2000.16 is available at the Washington Headquarters Services website at http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/. Information about the INSCOM procedures and policies will be provided later. A modification to the contract will be the instrument of notification for this action. The contractor may submit a request for an equitable adjustment for any directly incurred costs for compliance with these policies and procedures, following the modification incorporating the policy and procedures guidance. Equitable adjustment requests shall comply with clauses.

Antiterrorism and Force Protection (AT/FP): AR 350-1, 4 August 2011, Army Training and Leadership Development, Section II, G-7, Antiterrorism and Force Protection. Specific Army standards for AT/FP training are listed in chapter 5, AR 525-13, 11 September 2008. Individual AT/FP training is mandatory for all Soldiers, Department of the Army civilians, and DOD contractors and is strongly recommended for family members prior to traveling outside the 50 United States and its territories and possessions for any reason, including mobilization, temporary duty, permanent change of station, and leave. There is also an AT/FP training requirement for personnel stationed outside the United States. Individual AT/FP training is valid for one (1) year and must be documented.

AT Level I Training: All contractor employees, including subcontractor employees, requiring access to Army installations, facilities, and controlled access areas shall complete AT Level 1 awareness training within 30 calendar days after the contract start date or the effective date of incorporation of this requirement into the contract, whichever is applicable. The contractor shall submit certificates of completion for each affected contractor employee and subcontractor employee to the COR/ACOR or to the contracting officer, if a COR/ACOR is not assigned, within 15 calendar days after completion of training by all employees and subcontractor personnel. AT Level 1 awareness training is available at the following website: https://atlevel1.dtic.mil/at.

AT Awareness Training for Contractor Personnel Traveling Overseas: This requires U.S. based contractor employees and associated sub-contractor employees to make available and to receive government provided area of responsibility (AOR) specific AT awareness training as directed by AR 525-13. Specific AOR training content is directed by the combatant commander with the unit ATO being the local point of contact.

Access and General Protection/Security Policy and Procedures: Contractor and all associated subcontractor's employees shall comply with applicable installation, facility and area commander installation/facility access, and local security policies and procedures (provided by government representative). The contractor should also provide all information required for background checks to meet installation access requirements to be accomplished by the installation Provost Marshal Office, Director of Emergency Services, or Security Office. The contractor workforce must comply with all personal identity verification requirements as directed by DOD, HQDA, and/or local policy. In addition to the changes otherwise authorized by the changes clause of this contract, should the Force Protection Condition (FPCON) at any individual facility or installation change, the Government may require changes in contractor security matters or processes.

iWATCH Training: The contractor and all associated sub-contractors shall brief all employees on the local iWATCH program (training standards provided by the requiring activity ATO. This locally developed training will be used to inform employees of the types of behavior to watch for and instruct employees to report suspicious activity to the COR/ACOR. This training shall be completed within 30 calendar days of the contract award and within 30 calendar days of the new employee’s commencing performance. iWATCH training results shall be reported to the COR/ACOR not later than 45 calendar days after contract award.

For Contracts that Require an OPSEC Standing Operating Procedure/Plan. The contractor shall develop an OPSEC Standing Operating Procedure (SOP)/Plan within 90 calendar days of contract award, to be reviewed and approved by the responsible Government OPSEC officer, per AR 530-1, Operations Security. This SOP/Plan will include the government's critical information, why it needs to be protected, where it is located, who is responsible for it, and how to protect it. In addition, the contractor shall identify an individual who will be an OPSEC Coordinator. The contractor will ensure this individual becomes OPSEC Level II certified per AR 530-1.

For Contracts that Require Operations Security (OPSEC): AR 530-1, 26 Sep 2014, Training Programs. The Contractor shall provide OPSEC training to all employees regarding the safeguarding of sensitive information prior to employees being allowed access to such information. Chapter 4 of AR 530-1, Training, requires that newly arrived personnel receive an OPSEC orientation briefing within the first 30 days of arrival at the organization. The AR further requires that all personnel receive an annual OPSEC briefing. Contractor personnel may utilize the OPSEC briefings presented by the INSCOM OPSEC Program Manager/Coordinator. The Contractor will submit certificates of completion or sign in rosters all initial and annual OPSEC training to the COR. The above requirements will flow down to all subcontractors working on or providing support to the contract. The Contractor shall not release sensitive information to the public without prior written approval from the Contracting Officer. All contractor requests to release sensitive information shall be in writing and clearly explain the necessity for the release of the information and consequences if approval is not granted.

Deliverable: CDRL A005 – OPSEC Standing Operating Plan/Training Certificates

All material produced by the contractor which will be released to the public will be subject to OPSEC and Security reviews from INSCOM OPSEC Officer, Security Officer, and INSCOM Public Affairs Office prior to release.

The Contractor shall destroy all sensitive program material at the completion of the contract to ensure the information cannot be accessed or utilized for any purpose. The Contractor will also notify the Contracting Officer in writing of its destruction. These same requirements will flow down to all subcontractors working on or providing any sensitive information related to the contract.

For DoD Cyber Awareness Challenge / Information Assurance (IA) Training. All contractor employees and associated sub-contractor employees must complete the DoD IA awareness training before issuance of network access and annually thereafter. All contractor employees working in IA/IT functions must comply with DoD and Army training requirements in DoDD 8140.01 (formerly DoDD 8570.01-M), and AR 25- 2 within 30 calendar days of employment.

For Information assurance (IA)/Information technology (IT) Certification. Per DoDD 8140.01 (formerly DoDD 8570.01-M), and AR 25-2, the contractor employees supporting IA/IT functions shall be appropriately certified upon contract award. The baseline certification as stipulated in DoDD 8140.01 (formerly 8570.01-M) must be completed upon contract award.

For Contractors Authorized to Accompany the Force. DFARS Clause 252.225-7040, Contractor Personnel Authorized to Accompany U.S. Armed Forces Deployed Outside the United States. The clause shall be used in solicitations and contracts that authorize contractor personnel to accompany US Armed Forces deployed outside the US in contingency operations; humanitarian or peacekeeping operations; or other military operations or exercises when designated by the combatant commander. The clause discusses the following AT/OPSEC related topics: required compliance with laws and regulations, pre-deployment requirements, required training (per combatant command guidance), and personnel data required.

For Contract Requiring Performance or Delivery in a Foreign Country. DFARS Clause 252.225-7043, Antiterrorism/Force Protection for Defense Contractors Outside the US. The clause shall be used in solicitations and contracts that require performance or delivery in a foreign country. This clause applies to both contingencies and non-contingency support. The key AT requirement is for non-local national contractor personnel to comply with theater clearance requirements and allows the combatant commander to exercise oversight to ensure the contractor's compliance with combatant commander and subordinate task force commander policies and directives.

Handling or Access to Classified Information. The contractor shall comply with FAR 52.204-2, Security Requirements. This clause involves access to information classified “Confidential,” “Secret,” or “Top Secret” and requires contractors to comply with— (1) The Security Agreement (DD Form 441), including the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (DoD 5220.22-M); any revisions to DOD 5220.22-M, notice of which has been furnished to the contractor.

Courier Responsibility. Contactor personnel who are authorized to transport classified information between facilities must be in compliance with DoD 5220-22.M. The contractor shall ensure the following: Couriers are properly briefed and documented by company FSO on courier responsibilities. Couriers are issued a courier identification card that contains the contract employee's name and photograph. The courier will always retain classified information in his/her personal possession. Classified information is inventoried prior to departure. Information will be placed in two opaque envelopes (inner/outer). The inner envelope shall be sealed and marked top and bottom, front and back with the highest classification of the information, complete address of the sender and receiver. A receipt for the information will be placed inside the outer sealed envelope. No classification markings shall be placed on the outer envelope and addressed.

Post Award Conference/Quarterly Progress Meetings. The Contractor shall attend any post-award conference convened by the contracting activity or contract administration office in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation Subpart 42.5. The KO, Contracting Officers Representative (COR), and other Government personnel, as appropriate, may meet quarterly with the contractor to review the contractor's performance. At these meetings, the contracting officer will inform the contractor of how the government views the contractor's performance and the contractor will inform the Government of problems, if any, being experienced. Appropriate action should be taken to resolve outstanding issues. These meetings shall be at no additional cost to the government.

COR/Alternate COR (ACOR). The COR/ACOR will be designated by a formal letter. The COR/ACOR monitors all technical aspects of the contract and assists in contract administration. The COR is authorized to perform the functions identified in the appointment letter. The COR/ACORs formal designation letter, a copy of which is forwarded to the Contractor, states the responsibilities and limitations of the COR/ACOR, especially regarding changes in cost or price, estimates, or changes in delivery dates. The COR/ACOR is not authorized to change any of the terms and conditions of the resulting delivery order.

Organizational Conflict of Interest. Contractor and subcontractor personnel performing work under this contract may receive, have access to or participate in the development of proprietary or source selection information (e.g., cost or pricing information, budget information or analyses, specifications or work statements, etc.) or perform evaluation services which may create a current or subsequent Organizational Conflict of Interests (OCI) as defined in FAR Subpart 9.5. The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer immediately whenever it becomes aware that such access or participation may result in any actual or potential OCI and shall promptly submit a plan to the Contracting Officer to avoid or mitigate any such OCI. The Contractor’s mitigation plan will be determined to be acceptable solely at the discretion of the Contracting Officer and in the event, the Contracting Officer unilaterally determines that any such OCI cannot be satisfactorily avoided or mitigated, the Contracting Officer may affect other remedies as he or she deems necessary, including prohibiting the Contractor from participation in subsequently contracted requirements which may be affected by the OCI.

Transition. The transition period is 30 calendar days.

Transition In: The Contractor shall complete transition from the incumbent in accordance with a Transition In Plan due with their proposal submission. The Contractor shall complete transition from the incumbent in accordance with their proposed transition plan. The contractor shall ensure that all positions are filled to ensure there will be minimal service disruption to vital Government business and no service degradation during and after transition.

The Contractor shall meet or exceed minimum incoming staffing levels as it relates to Transition In Period. In this context, staffing is defined as personnel who are qualified, available, and approved for indoctrination at HQ INSCOM. Minimum staffing levels shall be as follows: 30% within 7 calendar days, 50% within 14 calendar days,75% within 21 calendar days, 90% within 30 calendar days. The staffing level shall be at 100% by 45 calendar days post contact award.

Deliverable: CDRL A006 – Transition in Plan

The Contractor shall identify how it will coordinate with the incoming/outgoing Contractors and Government personnel to transfer regarding the following:

· Project management processes

· Points of Contact

· Location of technical and project management documentation

· Status of ongoing technical initiatives

· Appropriate Contractor-to-Contractor coordination to ensure a seamless transition.

· Transition of key personnel

· Identify schedules and milestones

· Identify actions required of the Government

· Establish and maintain effective communication with the incoming Contractor/Government personnel for the period of the transition via weekly status meetings.

Transition Out: The Contractor shall cooperate with the Government to transition these efforts at the conclusion of the task order. The Contractor shall include a Transition-Out Plan and provide it to the Government NLT 120 calendar days prior to the expiration of the task order for approval by the Government within 5 business days of receipt. If unacceptable, the contractor will have 5 calendar days to revise. The transition period shall not exceed 90 calendar days. The Transition-Out plan shall facilitate the accomplishment of a seamless transition from the incumbent to an incoming Contractor / Government personnel member at the expiration of the task order.

The contractor should maintain a sufficient staffing level to continue executing all tasks during the Transition Out period. The Contractor shall identify how it will coordinate with the incoming/outgoing Contractor and/or Government personnel to transfer knowledge regarding the following:

· Project management processes

· Points of Contact

· Location of technical and project management documentation

· Status of ongoing technical initiatives

· Appropriate Contractor-to-Contractor coordination to ensure a seamless transition.

· Transition of key personnel

· Identify schedules and milestones

· Identify actions required of the Government

Establish and maintain effective communication with the incoming Contractor/Government personnel for the period of the transition via weekly status meetings The contractor shall establish and maintain effective communication with the incoming contractor/Government representative for the period of the transition via weekly status meetings. This may include audio/video-teleconferences or physical meetings with both contractor vendors and Government personnel.

a) Ensure all services and performance objectives required by the PWS and requirement are met throughout the phase-out period.

b) Establish procedures with the successor to ensure transition of provided services without a degradation of service.

c) Provide copies of all instructions, records, databases, performance metric data, vendor points of contact, and all other procedures developed by the contractor in the performance of this requirement to the successor.

Deliverable: CDRL A007 – Transition Out Plan

In/Out Processing: The Facility Security Officer (FSO) must provide to COR, the following information on all Contractor Manpower Equivalents (CMEs) performing HQ INSCOM missions and are direct labor, for input into the INSCOM In/Out Processing Portal.

Contractor personnel shall complete DoD Cyber Awareness Challenge/Information Assurance (IA) Training (required for Government systems access), and obtain a completion certificate, prior to Entry on Duty (EOD). The completion Certificate shall be sent to the responsible COR to confirm compliance prior to EOD.

Contractor personnel shall also obtain a CAC prior to EOD during the transition period.

Unauthorized Disclosure of Classified Information (UDCI). Dissemination of classified information must be conducted in strict accordance with established security regulations and procedures. Improper or unauthorized disclosure, either willful or inadvertent, presents a serious risk to national security. Upon validation that a UDCI has occurred, the COR and contractor will review the incident to determine what measures are required to prevent future UDCI occurrences. Should multiple UDCIs occur, the Contracting Officer may direct the removal of any contractor employee incurring multiple UDCIs, assess an appropriate CPARS rating reflecting that multiple UDCIs have occurred, or any other appropriate action to prevent future UDCIs from occurring.

PART 2. GOVERNMENT FURNISHED EQUIPMENT, PROPERTY AND SERVICES

1 GOVERNMENT EQUIPMENT

The Contractor shall be responsible and liable for Government property in their possession pursuant to FAR 52.245-1.

As defined in FAR Part 45.1, GFP is “property in the possession of, or directly acquired by, the Government and subsequently furnished to the Contractor for performance of a contract. Government-furnished property includes, but is not limited to, spares and property furnished for repair, maintenance, overhaul, or modification. Government-furnished property also includes Contractor-acquired property if the Contractor-acquired property (CAP) is a deliverable under a cost contract when accepted by the Government for continued use under the contract.”

The Contractor shall maintain the COP inventory management module to track all GFP an CAP, as well as the location.

The Contractor shall develop a GFP and CAP report for Government approval on a monthly basis, IAW the respective CDRL.

The Contractor shall be responsible for maintaining 100% accountability of all GFP and performing/reporting 10% monthly inventories and 100% annual inventories IAW FAR/DFARS/AFARS.

All GFP equipment or accountable spares (LRU end items or components) that are delivered/issued to a gaining unit/activity will be transferred by completing a DD Form 1149 (Requisition and Invoice/Shipping Document, DA Form 3161 (Request for Issue/Turn-In) or DD Form 250 (Material Inspection and Receiving Report) as a government acceptance of new equipment items. The contractor documented delivery/issue of accountable spares will include a copy of completed DA Form 2407 (Maintenance Request) for maintenance support actions that involve a swap out of serial numbered LRU end items or components. These documents will remain on file until completion of the 100% annual audit.

The Contractor shall provide to the Government an annual report of on-hand GFP and CAP at the close of each period of performance (base year and each option year).