PWS - MFTA Tow Cable Repair Final Clean.docx

N66604-26-SIMACQ-NPT-15-0341

April 28, 2026

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

MFTA Tow Cable Connector(s) Termination and Evaluation Background To effectively detect and track submarines at extended ranges, United States Navy surface ships rely on the AN/SQQ-89 SONAR processing system in conjunction with both hull-mounted arrays and/or a Multi-Function Towed Array (MFTA).

The MFTA is deployed at a significant distance from the ship via a special tow cable to minimize interference from shipboard noise and to optimize acoustic performance. This tow cable serves as the power and data interface that ultimately connects the MFTA to the AN/SQQ-89 sonar system.

The Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport (NUWCDIVNPT) oversees the acquisition and fleet support of these tow cables. As part of fleet support, NUWCDIVNPT is required to repair and return to service failed tow cables that occur in the fleet.

NUWCDIVNPT Code 15 SONAR and Sensors Department is seeking to establish a contract that entails the termination of new connectors on government-owned MFTA tow cables and to perform Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) to ensure each renovated tow cable meets performance specifications.

Places of Performance All work shall be performed at contractor facilities Authorized Users Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport Code 15 Sponsors Program Executive Office Integrated Warfare Systems (PEO IWS) 5 Types of Funding Operation and Maintenance (O&M) Scope This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for a contractor that will install new connectors on a government-owned MFTA tow cable and then conduct Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) to ensure each renovated tow cable meets performance specifications. This contract requires no access to classified data. All information will be handled at the unclassified level. All acquisition activity shall be performed only via domestic providers.

Program or Systems Supported

AN/SQQ-89, MFTA, TB-37U, TB-37A

Applicable Documents The contractor shall perform the tasking required in Section 4.0 in accordance with (IAW) the below Applicable Documents (ADs).

Table 1: List of Applicable Documents

DATE

APPLICABLE PWS TASK

None

4.8.2

19 May 2006 4.4.5, 4.5.1, 4.7.1, 4.8.1

24 May 2023 4.4.2, 4.4.6

30 Mar 2007 4.5.2

28 Nov 2006 4.4.3, 4.5.2

22 Feb 2008 4.5.2

22 Feb 2008 4.5.2

22 Feb 2008 4.5.2

Technical Requirements Program Management In accordance with the Applicable Documents in Section 3.0, the contractor shall:

Manage and allow Government insight into the program schedule, performance, cost, risks, sub-contracts, vendors, and data to ensure the correct and timely delivery of all hardware and services specified in this contract while using appropriate management techniques to support program control and gain program insight.

Deliverable: CDRL A006 – Contract Status Report

Reserved Reserved Tow Cable Connector Termination The Government will provide pre-assessed MFTA tow cables on reels with forward and aft connectors removed.

The Contractor shall provide the necessary facilities, materials, equipment, and management required to install new connectors on a government-furnished MFTA tow cable, in accordance with drawing 9008765 Rev E.

The Contractor shall conduct electrical, optical, and insulation resistance testing prior to termination to ensure the tow cable has proper power and data lines, in accordance with TP-480 – Electrical & Optical test procedure (reference 3.3.4).

Deliverables: CDRL A004 – Pre-termination Test Report Upon successful pre-termination testing, as outlined in requirement 4.4.3, the Contractor shall perform termination of new connectors on government-furnished MFTA tow cables.

Termination of new connectors shall not reduce total tow cable length to less than minimum required length as defined by specification 2054-1607 Rev – Section 3.3.1 (5,600 ft) unless approved by Government.

Termination of a forward-end connector shall also include a re-termination of bullet component so that the cabling length between bullet and forward-end connector is maintained, as defined in drawing 9008765 Rev E.

Tow Cable Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) Upon completion of a re-termination effort, the Contractor shall perform documented Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) to verify that the entire tow cable has been returned to a fully-functional state and is capable of meeting the performance requirements stated in 2054-1607 Rev - .

The Contractor shall, at a minimum, perform and document the results of the following FAT procedures for each tow cable:

a. IP-077A – Final Inspection Procedure, Tow Cable Assembly, MFTA

b. TP-480 – Electrical & Optical Characteristics, Tow Cable Assembly, MFTA

c. TP-481 – Test Procedure, Proof Tension, Aft End, Tow Cable Assy, Single-Density, MFTA

d. TP-482 – Test Procedure, Hydrostatic Pressure, Aft End, Tow Cable Assy, Single-Density, MFTA

e. TP-483 – Test Procedure, Proof Tension, Fwd End, Tow Cable Assy, Single-Density, MFTA

Deliverable: CDRL A005 – Factory Acceptance Test Report The Government shall review and approve completed FAT results prior to any action related to acceptance of repaired tow cable..

Storage Tow cable(s) shall be stored indoors within the temperature range of –40°C to +65°C with shipping caps installed on both interfaces. Tow cable(s) may be stored outside for periods that do not exceed 3 days provided the storage area is covered.

Transport The Contractor shall package tow cables for shipment in accordance with 2054-1607 Rev -, Section 5.

The Contractor shall provide shipping documentation (DD1149 form) for each Tow Cable delivery.

The following packing materials shall be prohibited:

a. materials containing asbestos,

b. paper-based materials -- This includes the use of excelsior, newspaper, and shredded paper of all types, including wax paper, computer paper, and moisture-absorbing materials

c. loose-fill polystyrene

d. hazardous or unsafe materials Marking All deliveries shall include marking information clearly marked on all packages (or items themselves if they are not packaged) delivered under this contract. Marking is defined in 2054-1607 Rev -, Section 5.

Palletized unit loads shall be marked in accordance with ASTM D3951 Rev - .

Progress Reports Contract Status Report The Contractor shall provide monthly status reports to the POC listed on CDRL A006.

Deliverable: A006 – Contract Status Report The Contractor shall submit each invoice submitted in the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) Module of the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE).

If unresolved technical problems create a delay in complying with the terms of the contract, the Contractor shall identify a revised completion schedule for all elements affected.

Government Furnished Information None – Reserved Section Government Furnished Property The list of Government Furnished Property (GFP) will be provided separately.

The Contractor shall adhere to DFARS Clause 252.245–7005 for the management and reporting of Government Property.

The Contractor shall use the GFP Module of the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) as specified in the clause.

The Contractor shall prepare and submit a Government Property (GP) Inventory Report to capture GFP status.

Deliverable: CDRL A007 – GFP Inventory Report Quality Surveillance and Performance Standards The Government will conduct quality surveillance via various methods including formal and informal meetings, review of technical reports, review of monthly progress reports, and review of deliverables. Contractor performance will be evaluated in the areas of technical quality, schedule/timeliness, management, utilization of small business, and regulatory compliance as follows:

· Technical Quality: The Government will evaluate technical quality using the criteria defined in accordance with the drawings and applicable documents (Contained in Section 3) provided for this requirement. Upon Government review and acceptance of FAT testing, the Government will confirm technical quality is sufficient.

· Schedule/Timeliness: The Government will evaluate the Contractor’s ability to meet negotiated milestones and delivery schedules;

· Management: The Government will evaluate the Contractor’s ability to integrate and coordinate all activities needed to execute the contract;

· Regulatory Compliance: The Government will evaluate the Contractor’s compliance with the terms and conditions of the contract relating to applicable regulations and codes.

Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Accessibility Requirements The Government has determined that this procurement is not Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Security Compliance Program Protection SECURITY: All Contractor personnel shall adhere to the Security provisions of 32 CFR Part 117 – National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM). While performing work at a Government Facility, Contractor personnel shall comply with the security regulations of the host facility. Applicable FAR, DFARS, NMCARS clauses, and NAVSEA text shall be adhered to in the performance of this contract. Security incidents shall be promptly reported through the companies Facility Security Officer (FSO), to the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), Technical Point of Contact (TPOC), and the Cognizant Security Office to NUWCDIVNPT Security.

Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) including Legacy FOUO and Covered Defense Information (meeting the definition of 48 CFR 252.204–7012(a)) generated and/or provided under this contract shall be marked and safeguarded as specified in DoD Instruction 5200.48, CUI available at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/dodi/520048p.PDF. Any product containing Covered Defense Information shall be assigned a distribution statement (distribution statements B through F) in accordance with DoDI 5230.24 (Distribution Statements on Technical Documents); and DoDI 5230.24, Enclosure 3 Procedures, available at https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/dodi/523024p.pdf

INFORMATION SECURITY: If the work is performed at the Contractor's facility, the Contractor shall implement and maintain security procedures and controls to prevent unauthorized disclosure of classified information and controlled unclassified information (CUI) and to control distribution of CUI in accordance with National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) codifying 32 CFR Part 117, NISPOM Rule, and SECNAV M-5510.36B. If the work is performed at the Government's facility, the Contractor shall comply with facility policy.

CUI INCIDENT REPORTING AND RESPONSE: The Contractor shall promptly report any unauthorized, inadvertent, or illegal release or disclosure of CUI to the Contracting Officer’s Representative / Technical Point of Contact (TPOC), Procuring Contracting Officer, and the Security Office. Contractor personnel shall coordinate this effort through the relevant industry site FSO.

PUBLIC RELEASE: Any controlled unclassified information pertaining to this contract shall not be released for public dissemination, including posting to any social media sites such as Facebook , unless it has been approved for public release by appropriate U.S. Government authority. Proposed public releases shall be submitted for approval prior to release through the appropriate U.S. Government Office.

Operations Security (OPSEC) OPSEC is a process that identifies critical information to determine if friendly actions can be observed by adversary intelligence systems, determines if information obtained by adversaries could be interpreted to be useful to them, and then executes selected measures that eliminate or reduce adversary exploitation of friendly critical information.

The Contractor shall develop, implement, update, and maintain an OPSEC program to protect controlled unclassified and classified activities, information, equipment, and material used or developed by the Contractor and any subcontractor during performance of the contract. The Contractor shall be responsible for the subcontractor implementation of the OPSEC requirements. The Contractor developed OPSEC program may include Information Assurance and Communications Security (COMSEC). The OPSEC program shall be in accordance with National Security Presidential Memorandum (NSPM) 28, and at a minimum shall include:

1) Assignment of responsibility for OPSEC direction and implementation.

2) Issuance of procedures and planning guidance for the use of OPSEC techniques to identify vulnerabilities and apply applicable countermeasures.

3) Establishment of OPSEC education and awareness training. To include initial and annual OPSEC training.

4) Provisions for management, annual review, and evaluation of OPSEC programs.

5) Flow down of OPSEC requirements to subcontractors when applicable.

While performing aboard Government sites, the contractor shall: comply with all OPSEC instructions and policies; include OPSEC as part of its ongoing security awareness program and take all required Agency training; Be responsive to the Supporting OPSEC Manager on a non-interference basis; and Protect sensitive unclassified information and activities, which could compromise classified information or operations, or degrade the planning and execution of operations performed by the Requiring Organization and contractor in support of the mission.

Electronic Spillage Electronic Spillage (ES) is defined as a situation where information of higher classification than a system is authorized to process is introduced into that system, intentionally or otherwise. If a Contractor is determined to be responsible for an ES, all direct and indirect costs incurred by the Government for ES remediation will be charged to the Contractor.

CDRL Deliverables The following table provides the Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) required under this contract for convenience. In the event of any conflict between this document and CDRL form 1423-1, the CDRL form 1423-1 shall take precedence.

Table 2: CDRL List