RSAF Link 16 PWS DRAFT.pdf

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Performance Work Statement (PWS)

For

Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) Link-16 Technical Support

Purchase Request: FD2060-24-31699

02 July 2024

DRAFT

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1.0 Description of Services

1.1 Objective(s): The objective of the Link-16 Technical Support Program is to provide Contractor personnel to enhance Link-16 support for current Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) Link-16 efforts. The Contractor will employ Saudi nationals where possible to minimize reliance on expatriate personnel and will promote utilization of in-Kingdom sources in support of the RSAF Link-16 program across all weapon systems. This Performance Work Statement (PWS) describes the technical services required for the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) to execute high-quality, cost-effective, and timely Foreign Military Sales (FMS) support of the RSAF Link-16 Program. These services will be provided by an Outside Continental United States (OCONUS) and Continental United States (CONUS ) Link-16 Joint Interface Control Officer (JICO) Advisor, OCONUS Link-16 COMSEC Responsible Officer (CRO) Advisor, OCONUS Link-16 Weapons Controller Advisor, OCONUS Link-16 Training and Maintenance Advisor, OCONUS Link-16 Airborne Communications Advisor, OCONUS Cyber Security Specialists, OCONUS Ground Support Station Installation Technician, OCONUS Link-16 Lab Technician, Link-16 Project Coordinator, Link-16 Network Designer, and Air Battle Manager (ABM) Advisor.

1.2 Benefit to United States Air Force (USAF): This acquisition will benefit the USAF and RSAF by providing support to an FMS partner nation (i.e. Kingdom of Saudi Arabia) that will allow continued interoperability and coalition support of Link-16 efforts within US strategic initiatives. Link-16 is in direct support of platforms such as F-15 C/D/S/SA, E-3A Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS), SAAB 2000 AWACS, King Air, Multi-Role Tanker Transport (MRTT), Tactical Airborne Surveillance System (TASS), Tornado, Typhoon, and GSS/GTS. This Link-16 support is authorized and directed by current Letters of Offer and Acceptance (LOA) from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

1.3 Background: The USAF has been managing the RSAF Link-16 program by combining contracted technical support along with program office oversight to strengthen ongoing RSAF Link-16 efforts. This contractor support has existed since 2008 and has been funded under FMS cases SR-D-QAB and then SR-D-QBR. The contract coverage will expire on 30 August 2024 with the expiration of the Period of Performance (PoP) of the associated technical line on SR-D- QBR. SR-D-QDN/701 was implemented Dec 2023 to fund this follow-on effort.

2.0 Services Summary

Performance Objective PWS Reference

Performance Threshold

Provide accurate support and resolutions to customer needs and agency requirements

1.0, 4.0 Zero customer complaints per year.

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Quality of CDRL deliverable 4.20.1 There shall be no more than one rejection of any deliverable. There shall be no more than 7 total rejection(s) of deliverables per contract year. The Government will reject a deliverable if 2 or more technical errors or 4 or more minor errors are found within the deliverable. The rejected deliverable shall be corrected and resubmitted within 10 business days of notification of Government rejection.

Receipt of CDRL deliverable 4.20.2 There shall be no more than 2 late submission(s) of deliverables per contract year. The Contractor shall notify the Government if the delivery of any data/document will not meet the scheduled delivery date and negotiate a revised delivery date. The data/document shall be delivered by the revised delivery date acceptable to the Government.

3.0 Government Property: Government property will not be provided.

4.0 Technical Requirements

4.0.1 The Contractor shall have verifiable experience in support of Link-16 Tactical Data Links, and on multiple platforms. The Contractor shall have verifiable experience in Foreign Military Sales, specifically in support of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Furthermore, the Contractor shall have experience in support of the Royal Saudi Air Force Directorate of Communications and Information Technology. The Contractor shall provide Link-16 Technical Support Services to augment Link-16 support for current RSAF Link-16 efforts. The Contractor shall make recommendations to the Saudi Arabian Government (SAG) and the United States Government/United States Air Force (USG/USAF) regarding improvements for RSAF Link-16 program. The Contractor shall brief the SAG and the USG/USAF on the status of their assigned programs and the respective processes. There shall be zero customer complaints per quarter. The Contractor shall perform the following functions in support of the RSAF Link-16 program:

4.1 Link 16 COMSEC Responsible Officer (CRO) SME-Level Advisor, RSAF HQ

4.1.1 Qualifications:

4.1.1.1 20 years of military Secure Communication experience.

4.1.1.2 Minimum 5 years of CRO experience.

4.1.1.3 Security Clearance – Secret (SAG equivalent).

4.1.1.4 Bilingual Arabic/English, spoken and written.

4.1.2 Skills & Experience:

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4.1.2.1 Candidate shall have supervisory and managerial experience in COMSEC management, installation, integration, testing, operation, and maintenance.

4.1.2.2 Candidate shall have experience providing advice and assistance to the RSAF regarding COMSEC and Crypto use within the RSAF.

4.1.2.3 Candidate shall have Subject Matter Expert (SME) experience with US Type-1 Encryption devices.

4.1.2.4 Candidate must have experience with Simple Key Loader (SKL) and Electronic Keying Management System (EKMS).

4.1.2.5 Candidate shall have a strong understanding of the COMSEC requirements as it pertains to various RSAF aircraft platforms that incorporate Link 16 or secure communications, AWACS E-3A, F-15 C/D/S/SA, King Air, MRTT, SAAB 2000, TASS, Typhoon, etc.

4.1.2.6 Candidate shall have experience with GPS/SASSM, ARC-210, IFF, SG-250, KIV-77 and other secure communications hardware.

4.1.2.7 Candidate shall have experience demonstrating excellent communication skills including written and verbal communication skills.

4.1.3 Tasks & Responsibility:

4.1.3.1 Required to work both individually and collectively within the guidelines and directions provided by Head of Department (HoD).

4.1.3.2 Establish comprehensive training programs for the use of the SKL.

4.1.3.3 Develop a training program for COMSEC Custodians, CROs and end users.

4.1.3.4 Provide train-the-trainer instruction for COMSEC devices and ancillary equipment.

4.1.3.5 Develop improvement /enhancement plans for the COMSEC management taking into consideration the technology obsolescence and modernization efforts.

4.1.3.6 Execute tasks assigned by HoD related to COMSEC including attending meetings and conferences, preparing briefings, etc.

4.2 Cyber Security Specialist, RSAF HQ

4.2.1 Qualifications:

4.2.1.1 Have a B.S. in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Computer Security, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Systems Engineering, Cyber Security Engineering or Electrical Engineering, or 20 years practical military experience in lieu of college degree.

4.2.1.2 Possess basic knowledge of cyber risk analysis and security assessment methods.

4.2.1.3 Demonstrate problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

4.2.1.4 Strong analytical and organizational skills.

4.2.1.5 Possess the ability to work in a dynamic work environment.

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4.2.1.6 Security Clearance – Secret (SAG equivalent).

4.2.1.7 Bilingual Arabic/English, spoken and written.

4.2.2 Skills & Experience:

4.2.2.1 Candidate shall have a basic knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF) and the NIST compliance/standards.

4.2.2.2 Candidate shall be familiar with full software development life cycle and system engineering process.

4.2.2.3 Candidate shall possess excellent written and verbal communication skills

4.2.2.4 Candidate shall possess the ability to work in a collaborative, inclusive and team-based environment.

4.2.2.5 Candidate shall have technical writing experience.

4.2.3 Tasks & Responsibility:

4.2.3.1 Assess, plan, and develop programs to protect cyberspace infrastructure.

4.2.3.2 Support communication operations throughout the GSS WAN.

4.2.3.3 Lead the cyber team to accomplish cyberspace, missions, and other training.

4.2.3.4 Download and install monthly Windows and Symantec patches.

4.2.3.5 Conduct SCAP Compliance and Nessus Vulnerability Scans IAW with RMF policies and procedures.

4.3 GSS Installation Technician, RSAF HQ

4.3.1 Qualifications:

4.3.1.1 10 years practical military experience with Tactical Data Links in both operational and training environments working as a seven (7) Level Technician.

4.3.1.2 Candidate shall have experience installing GSS and Link 16 equipment.

4.3.1.3 Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.

4.3.1.4 Must be an effective communicator and a strong collaborator.

4.3.1.5 Security Clearance – Secret (SAG equivalent).

4.3.1.6 Bilingual Arabic/English, spoken and written.

4.3.2 Skills & Experience:

4.3.2.1 Candidate shall have a minimum of five (5) years working with Link-16 ground support equipment.

4.3.2.2 Candidate shall have experience conducting site survey for equipment installation.

4.3.2.3 Candidate shall have knowledge of tools and equipment utilized for installations.

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4.3.2.4 Candidate shall have experience demonstrating excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

4.3.2.5 Candidate shall have experience creating and troubleshooting network connectivity.

4.3.2.6 Candidate shall have experience traveling to various locations for maintenance and troubleshooting.

4.3.2.7 Candidate shall have sufficient physical mobility, included but not limited to bending, reaching, turning, lifting, and kneeling to complete tasks in a timely and efficient manner.

4.3.3 Tasks & Responsibility:

4.3.3.1 Support RSAF Link 16 Program Office with operational and training requirements.

4.3.3.2 Support aircrew training for Tactical Data Links exercises.

4.3.3.3 Plan, execute and report on test for Tactical Data Links for current deployment and next generation systems.

4.3.3.4 Proficient/familiar with various radios to include but not limited to MIDS LVT and

MIDS JTRS.

4.3.3.5 Be proficient in the Military Standards.

4.4 Reserved

4.5 Link 16 Project Coordinator (US-National Position) RSAF HQ, DCIT

4.5.1 Qualifications:

4.5.1.1 4-year college degree in program management or program coordination.

4.5.1.2 10 years of Link 16 Subject Matter Expert (SME) experience will be accepted in lieu of college degree.

4.5.1.3 RSAF Link 16 program experience desired.

4.5.1.4 Minimum 5 years Link 16 maintenance, training, and operations experience.

4.5.1.5 Minimum 2 years Foreign Military Sales (FMS) case development and acquisition experience.

4.5.1.6 Secret Security Clearance.

4.5.2 Skills & Experience:

4.5.2.1 Candidate shall have extensive experience with Link-16 programs.

4.5.2.2 Candidate shall have experience of the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) process.

4.5.2.3 Candidate shall have experience working and coordinating with various Link 16 product vendors.

4.5.2.4 Candidate shall have strong understanding of Link 16 equipment acquisition, repair/return procedures and shipment policies.

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4.5.2.5 Candidate shall have strong understanding of the US State Department Third Party Transfer (TPT) process.

4.5.3 Tasks & Responsibility:

4.5.3.1 Support RSAF with assistance and close coordination between RSAF and Link 16 vendors.

4.5.3.2 Provide detailed level of Link 16 support to RSAF with key operational solutions to issues that arise during daily operations.

4.5.3.3 Assist with development, function and support of Link 16 acquisition and deployment strategies.

4.5.3.4 Provide detailed level Link 16 management support to the RSAF Head of Department (HoD).

4.5.3.5 Execute tasks assigned by HoD related to Link 16 including attending meetings and conferences, preparing briefings, etc.

4.5.3.6 Review and provide input on advanced planning documents which outline future objectives of the RSAF.

4.5.3.7 Provide meeting support for In-Kingdom and international Link-16 meetings to ensure RSAF gains the most benefit out of the meetings.

4.6 Link 16/Joint Interface Control Officer (JICO) Advisor (US-National Position), RSAF

HQ

4.6.1 Qualifications:

4.6.1.1 10 years practical military experience.

4.6.1.2 Minimum JICO Certification with 5 years’ experience developing and maintaining Link 16 networks.

4.6.1.3 Experience developing and maintaining Link 16 networks with coalition forces.

4.6.1.4 Experience working with various Saudi Arabian Armed Forces (SAAF) or other GCC Nations preferred.

4.6.1.5 Secret Security Clearance.

4.6.2 Skills & Experience:

4.6.2.1 Candidate shall have prior knowledge of RSAF Link 16 Program experience preferred.

4.6.2.2 Candidate shall possess experience with current RSAF combat and training networks preferred.

4.6.2.3 Candidate shall have experience of working with and coordinating activities with

CENTCOM.

4.6.2.4 Candidate shall have experience working with US network design facilities.

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4.6.2.5 Candidate shall have experience integrating various platforms into Link 16 networks.

4.6.2.6 Candidate shall have experience generating OPTASK Link messages.

4.6.2.7 Candidate shall have experience with developing, maintaining and troubleshooting Link 16 networks, both RF and JREAP-C.

4.6.2.8 Candidate shall have experience with Red Flag and other multinational exercises in which the RSAF participates.

4.6.3 Tasks & Responsibility:

4.6.3.1 Develop and maintain RSAF and MoD Link 16 networks.

4.6.3.2 Produce OPTASK Link messages.

4.6.3.3 Review and provide input on advanced planning documents which outline future objectives of the RSAF.

4.6.3.4 Provide support during In-Kingdom and international Link 16 meetings to ensure RSAF gains the most benefit out of these events.

4.6.3.5 In-Kingdom day-to-day guidance and advisory services to operational fighter squadrons, Sector Operation Centers,’ Air Operations Center, and various Saudi Arabian Armed Forces Link 16 locations across the Kingdom.

4.6.3.6 Implement, train, and maintain an effective program to produce, manage, and execute Operational Tasking for Data Links and other Link 16 directives in and around the Arabian Peninsula.

4.6.3.7 Execute tasks assigned by Head of Department (HoD) related to Link 16 including attending meetings and conferences, preparing briefings, etc.

4.7 Link 16 Network Designer (US-National Position), RSAF HQ

4.7.1 Qualifications:

4.7.1.1 4-year college degree or 10-year military experience in lieu of college degree.

4.7.1.2 4 years’ experience designing Link 16 Networks.

4.7.1.3 2 years’ experience designing Link 16 Networks for modernized Link 16 terminals (MIDS LVT-1 BU2 and MIDS JTRS).

4.7.1.4 7 years of military Link 16 experience preferred.

4.7.1.5 Must be proficient in the use of Joint Network Design Aid (JNDA) tool.

4.7.1.6 Secret Security Clearance.

4.7.2 Skills & Experience:

4.7.2.1 Candidate shall have a strong overall Link 16 knowledge base. The candidate shall be proficient in the use of the JNDA tool.

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4.7.2.2 Candidate shall have experience developing Link 16 networks for modernized Link 16 terminals.

4.7.2.3 Candidate shall have experience developing Link 16 networks that incorporate all aspects of a modernized Link 16 network to include: CMN4, CCR, LET, etc.

4.7.2.4 Candidate shall have experience collecting IER’s and platform specific data for platforms that will be included in new and updated Link 16 networks.

4.7.2.5 Candidate shall have experience evaluating and troubleshooting Link 16 Networks.

4.7.2.6 Candidate shall have experience providing OJT on the use of the JNDA to other RSAF personnel learning to design Link 16 networks.

4.7.2.7 Candidate shall have experience providing support during various technical interchange meetings or conferences, JMM, and platform specific meetings, i.e., AWACS, F- 15’s, RJ, King Air, etc., as required.

4.7.2.8 Experience with Tactical Network Design Station (TNDS) a plus.

4.7.3 Tasks & Responsibility:

4.7.3.1 Develop and update RSAF Link 16 networks as required.

4.7.3.2 Develop Link 16 networks for exercises with coalition partners.

4.7.3.3 Provide JNDA OJT to RSAF personnel.

4.7.3.4 Monitor and provide feedback on operational and training Link 16 networks.

4.7.3.5 Provide expert Link 16 support to RSAF with key operational solutions to issues that arise during daily Link 16 operations.

4.7.3.6 Required to work both individually and collectively within the guidelines and directions provided by Head of Department (HoD).

4.7.3.7 Execute tasks assigned by HoD related to Link 16 including attending meetings and

4.8 Air Battle Manager (ABM) Advisor (US-National Position), RSAF HQ

4.8.1 Qualifications:

4.8.1.1 15 years’ military experience.

4.8.1.2 Minimum 10 years’ ABM/Weapons Controller (WC) experience.

4.8.1.3 5 years’ experience utilizing Link 16 for ABM and WC operations.

4.8.1.4 5 years’ ABM/Weapons Controller OJT trainer.

4.8.1.5 Weapons Controller Instructor experience preferred.

4.8.1.6 Secret Security Clearance.

4.8.2 Skills & Experience:

4.8.2.1 Candidate shall have ABM experience.

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4.8.2.2 Candidate shall have WC experience.

4.8.2.3 Candidate shall have a strong understanding of Link 16 and the employment of Link 16 on 4.8.2.4 Command and Control and fighter aircraft.

4.8.2.5 Candidate shall have a solid understanding of digital control of fighter aircraft via Link 16.

4.8.2.6 Candidate shall have experience working with coalition partners.

4.8.2.7 Candidate shall have experience providing support during exercises.

4.8.2.8 Candidate shall have experience providing On the Job Training (OJT) to ABM’s and WCs in training.

4.8.3 Tasks & Responsibility:

4.8.3.1 Provide expert ABM and WC support to RSAF Sector Operations Centers (SOC) and Air 4.8.3.2 Operation Center (AOC) with the utilization of Link 16.

4.8.3.3 Provide key operational solutions to issues that arise during daily operations.

4.8.3.4 Provide Link 16 support to ABM’s and WCs in training.

4.8.3.5 Support the development of curriculum for the ABM and WC employment of Link 16.

4.8.3.6 Required to work both individually and collectively within the guidelines and directions provided by Head of Department (HoD).

4.8.3.7 Execute tasks assigned by HoD related to Link 16 including attending meetings and conferences, preparing briefings, etc.

4.8.3.8 Keep up to date of emerging Link 16 technologies, operational and technological research, and user trends in terms of the operational and technology choices.

4.9 Link 16/Joint Interface Control Officer (JICO) Advisor (Saudi Position), RSAF HQ

4.9.1 Qualifications:

4.9.1.1 15 years practical military experience in RSAF.

4.9.1.2 Minimum 4 years’ experience in RSAF Link 16 program.

4.9.1.3 Minimum JICO Certification with 3 years’ experience developing and maintaining Link 16 networks, or minimum 10 years Link 16 experience.

4.9.1.4 Experience working with various Saudi Arabian Armed Forces (SAAF) or other GCC Nations preferred.

4.9.1.5 Bilingual Arabic/English, spoken and written.

4.9.1.6 Security Clearance – Secret (SAG equivalent).

4.9.2 Skills & Experience:

4.9.2.1 Candidate shall have prior experience with RSAF Link 16 Program.

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4.9.2.2 Candidate shall have experience with current RSAF combat and training Link 16 networks.

4.9.2.3 Candidate shall have experience working with various RSAF Link 16 platforms.

4.9.2.4 Candidate shall have experience working with US network design facilities.

4.9.2.5 Candidate shall have experience integrating various RSAF platforms into Link 16 networks.

4.9.2.6 Candidate shall have experience utilizing OPTASK Link messages.

4.9.2.7 Candidate shall have experience with developing, maintaining and troubleshooting Link 16 networks, both RF and JREAP-C.

4.9.2.8 Candidate shall have experience with multinational exercises in which the RSAF participates.

4.9.3 Tasks & Responsibility:

4.9.3.1 Support the development and maintenance of RSAF and MoD Link 16 networks.

4.9.3.2 Support the production of OPTASK Link messages.

4.9.3.3 Review and provide input on advanced planning documents which outline future objectives of the RSAF.

4.9.3.4 Provide support during In-Kingdom and international Link 16 meetings to ensure RSAF gains the most benefit out of these events.

4.9.3.5 In-Kingdom day-to-day guidance and advisory services to operational fighter squadrons, Sector Operation Center, Air Operations Center, and various Saudi Armed Forces Link 16 locations across the Kingdom.

4.9.3.6 Implement, train, and maintain an effective program to produce, manage, and execute Operational Tasking for Data Links and other Link 16 directives in and around the Arabian Peninsula.

4.9.3.7 Execute tasks assigned by Head of Department (HoD) related to Link 16 including attending meetings and conferences, preparing briefings, etc.

4.10 Link 16 Weapons Controller Advisor (Saudi Position), RSAF HQ

4.10.1 Qualifications:

4.10.1.1 20 years of military experience.

4.10.1.2 Minimum of 10 years of Weapons Controller experience.

4.10.1.3 5 years of experience with Secure Communications.

4.10.1.4 Bilingual Arabic/English, spoken and written.

4.10.1.5 Security Clearance – Secret (SAG equivalent).

4.10.2 Skills & Experience:

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4.10.2.1 Candidate shall have RSAF Weapons Controller experience.

4.10.2.2 Candidate shall have graduated from RSAF Staff College.

4.10.2.3 Candidate shall have a strong understanding of Link 16 and the employment of Link 16 on fighter aircraft.

4.10.2.4 Candidate shall have a good understanding of how to digitally control fighter aircraft via Link 16.

4.10.2.5 Candidate shall have experience providing support during exercises various demonstrations.

4.10.2.6 Candidate shall have experience controlling various RSAF aircraft platforms that incorporate Link 16 or secure communications, AWACS, F-15 C/D/S/SA, King Air, MRTT, SAAB 2000, TASS, and Typhoon.

4.10.3 Tasks & Responsibility:

4.10.3.1 Required to work both individually and collectively within the guidelines and directions provided by Head of Department (HoD).

4.10.3.2 Provide expert Weapons Controlling support to RSAF Link 16 office with key operational solutions to issues that arise during daily operations.

4.10.3.3 Execute tasks assigned by HoD related to Link 16 including attending meetings and conferences, preparing briefings, etc.

4.10.3.4 Keep up to date of emerging Link 16 technologies, operational and technological

4.11 Link 16 Training and Maintenance SME-Level Advisor, (Saudi Position), RSAF HQ

4.11.1 Qualifications:

4.11.1.1 15 years practical military experience.

4.11.1.2 5 years military supervisory and leadership experience.

4.11.1.3 5 years military RSAF OJT experience in accordance with RSAF Manual 105-8.

4.11.1.5 Completed RSAF Instructors Course.

4.11.1.5 Bilingual Arabic/English, spoken and written.

4.11.1.6 Security Clearance – Secret (SAG equivalent).

4.11.2 Skills & Experience:

4.11.2.1 Candidate shall have a minimum of five (5) years of experience with RSAF CTR program to include: Commander/Supervisor evaluations and Job Proficiency Guides (JPG) updates.

4.11.2.2 Candidate shall have attained Level 7 Supervisor and Training qualifications.

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4.11.2.3 Candidate shall have a minimum of seven (7) years’ experience training Level 3 and Level 5 technician candidates to the next highest levels.

4.11.2.4 Candidate shall have supervisory experience with general COMSEC equipment to include but not limited to management, installation, integration, testing, operation, and maintenance.

4.11.2.5 Candidate should have good knowledge of various secure communications systems and encryption devices to including but not limited to: Link 16, IFF, VHF/UHF Radios, etc.

4.11.2.6 Candidate should have a strong knowledge of various RSAF WAN networks.

4.11.2.7 Candidate shall have experience demonstrating excellent communication skills including written and verbal.

4.11.3 Tasks & Responsibility:

4.11.3.1 Support RSAF Link 16 office with training of maintenance personnel.

4.11.3.2 Coordinate with DCIT-TMS and DAT in all Training related matters.

4.11.3.3 Review the curriculum of all RSAF Link16 courses conducted by RSAF or third parties.

4.11.3.4 Evaluate Link 16 pipeline Training issues.

4.11.3.5 Coordinate with USAF JID in all Training related matters.

4.11.3.6 Establish comprehensive training programs train-the-trainer instruction for Link 16 equipment.

4.11.3.7 Develop improvement /enhancement training plans for Link 16 RSAF wide.

4.11.3.8 Evaluate Link 16 procedures and recommend changes for improved performance through training.

4.11.3.9 Analyze data to identify procedural, organizational, or personnel problems contributing to the system downtime and recommend solutions.

4.11.3.10 Provide support and advice on manning requirements.

4.11.3.11 Evaluate the Repair and Return of COMSEC with USG and Vendors.

4.11.3.12 Execute tasks assigned by Head of Department (HoD) related to Link 16 maintenance and training including attending meetings and conferences, preparing briefings, etc.

4.11.3.13 Keep up to date of emerging Link 16 technologies by way of technological research and user trends in regarding technology.

4.11.3.14 Review Request for Proposal (RFP), Statement of Work (SOW), and other technical documents to ensure these documents address the RSAF Link 16 Training requirements.

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4.12 Link 16 Airborne Communications Advisor (Saudi Position), RSAF HQ

4.12.1 Qualifications:

4.12.1.1 20 years practical military experience.

4.12.1.2 10 years aircrew communications experience preferred.

4.12.1.3 Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the operations of Link 16.

4.12.1.4 Bilingual Arabic/English, spoken and written.

4.12.1.5 Security Clearance – Secret (SAG equivalent).

4.12.2 Skills & Experience:

4.12.2.1 Candidate shall have a minimum of five (5) years of operational flying experience on Link 16 platforms preferred.

4.12.2.2 Candidate shall have a minimum of ten (10) years of general COMSEC experience.

4.12.2.3 Candidate shall have operational and supervisory experience with COMSEC, to include but not limited to management, installation, integration, testing, operation, and maintenance.

4.12.2.4 Candidate should have operational experience with airborne Link-16 equipment.

4.12.2.5 Candidate should have good knowledge of various secure communications systems and encryption devices to including but not limited to: Link 16, IFF MODE, GPS, SY-100, SKL, etc.

4.12.2.6 Candidate shall have experience demonstrating excellent communication skills including written and verbal.

4.12.3 Tasks & Responsibility:

4.12.3.1 Support RSAF Link 16 office with operational Link 16 issues and requirements.

4.12.3.2 Establish comprehensive training programs train-the-trainer instruction for Link 16 equipment.

4.12.3.3 Develop improvement /enhancement plans for Link 16 management.

4.12.3.4 Evaluate Link 16 operational procedures and recommend changes for improved operations and performance.

4.12.3.5 Analyze data to identify system, procedural, organizational, or personnel problems contributing to the system downtime and recommend solutions.

4.12.3.6 Provide support and advice on manning requirements.

4.12.3.7 Execute tasks assigned by Head of Department (HoD) related to Link 16 including attending meetings and conferences, preparing briefings, etc.

4.12.3.8 Keep up to date of emerging Link 16 technologies, operational and technological

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4.13 Link 16 Lab Technician (Saudi Position), RSAF HQ

4.13.1 Qualifications:

4.13.1.1 10 years practical military experience with Tactical Data Links in both operational and training environments working as a seven (7) Level Technician.

4.13.1.2 4 years’ RSAF Link 16 experience.

4.13.1.3 2 years’ RSAF Link 16 lab experience.

4.13.1.4 7 years of Saudi Arabia Armed Forces experience preferred.

4.13.1.5 Bilingual Arabic/English, spoken and written.

4.13.1.6 Security Clearance – Secret (SAG equivalent).

4.13.2 Skills & Experience:

4.13.2.1 Candidate shall have a solid Link 16 knowledge base.

4.13.2.2 Candidate shall have experience testing and troubleshooting Link 16 terminals.

4.13.2.3 Candidate shall have experience operating Link 16 terminals in a Link 16 network.

4.13.2.4 Candidate shall have experience installing Ground Support Stations (GSS) to include setting up antennas, running cables and operational Link 16 checkout.

4.13.2.5 Candidate shall have experience utilizing specialty tools required to perform authorized repairs to Link 16 terminals.

4.13.3 Tasks & Responsibility:

4.13.3.1 Test and troubleshoot Link 16 terminals.

4.13.3.2 Operate Link 16 terminals.

4.13.3.3 Install or relocate GSS and perform full operational test and checkout.

4.13.3.4 Required to work both individually and collectively within the guidelines and directions provided by Head of Department (HoD).

4.13.3.5 Execute tasks assigned by HoD related to Link 16 including attending meetings and

4.14 RSAF Program Management Reviews (PMRs): PMRs comprising USG, RSAF, and associated/invited contractors. Contactor shall determine and coordinate possible locations for PMRs to include obtaining cost data for PMR venues, establish with Link-16 Program Manager and RSAF a PMR location and time, and finalize PMR venue arrangements. Support the same effort for any required pre-PMR events with U.S. Stakeholders.

4.15 Contractor Support: The Air Force and the contractor team shall work cooperatively in sharing information throughout all phases of the program. The contractor shall manage and

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maintain clear USG visibility into cost, schedule, technical performance, engineering data, test, analysis, and risk management.

The Contractor shall provide timely support for meetings as required. Support includes but is not limited to suitable meeting agenda development and timely preparation and distribution of conference minutes for all, except for conferences and events at which meeting minutes are provided by hosts: i.e. Joint International Configuration Review Board (JICRB) / Multifunctional Information Distribution System (MIDS) International Review Board (MIRB) meetings, and Command and Control Interoperability Working Group (CIWG)). Sidebar meeting minutes shall be required if contractor support topics are discussed. The meeting agenda is due 10 business days prior to meetings and the conference minutes are due five business days after meetings.

(CDRL A004, CDRL A005)

4.16 The Contractor shall host PMRs between USG and contractor. Required to review project status, evaluate progress, and discuss issues/problem areas. At minimum, these reviews shall be scheduled annually by the Contractor, but may be scheduled more frequently if required by the USG PM. Consistent with the enclosed labor descriptions, all service and supply actions and issues will be discussed at the reviews. For all PMRs, the Contractor shall provide meeting agendas 10 business days prior to the reviews and prepare and distribute meeting minutes within five business days after the reviews. Only one late submission accepted per annual performance period. (CDRL A004, CDRL A005)

4.17 Contractor shall submit monthly status reports to the Government by the 15th of each month. The monthly status reports shall detail the work performed during a given month as well as inform the Government of any potential problem areas. (CDRL A001)

4.18 Contractor shall assume the following shall be paid under a USG-administered contract OR reimbursed to the Contractor as Other Direct Costs: OCONUS housing, OCONUS vehicle leases, insurance, repairs, and gas cards, OCONUS mobile phone costs with unlimited data, and USMTM internet access for Expats (U.S. citizens) hired employees. (CDRL A001)

4.19 Period and Place of Performance:

4.19.1 Contract/Order Period of Performance: The period of performance for the contract/order will include one (1) year Basic, with four (4) one-year Options, and a one (1) six (6) month Option for extension of services.

4.19.2 Place of Performance: These services will be performed in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with the main duty location at RSAF HQ located in Riyadh. Kingdom of Saudi Arabia locations to be support from RSAF HQ and some temporary duty travel at Al Kharj at Prince Sultan Air Base, Dhahran at King Abdulaziz Air Base, Tabuk at King Faisal Air Base, Jeddah at King Abdullah Air Base, Taif at King Fahad Air Base, and Khamis Mushayt at King Khalid Air Base.

As performance of this contract is expected to occur inside the Kingdom, the Contractor shall possess a Saudi business license for the duration of the period of performance.

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4.20 Contract Data Requirements List(s) (CDRLs)

Document Identifier Base Year

Option Year

Option Year

Option Year

Option Year

DID Title PWS Reference(s)

A001 B001 C001 D001 E001 DI-MGMT-

80368A/T

Status Report 4.17, 4.18, 4.20.3, 5.3, 5.3.1, 5.3.1.2

A002 B002 C002 D002 E002 DI-MISC-

81943

Trip/Travel Report 4.21.7

A003 B003 C003 D003 E003 DI-SAFT-

81563

Accident Incident Report

5.9.2

A004 B004 C004 D004 E004 DI-ADMN-

81249B/T

Conference Agenda 4.15, 4.16

A005 B005 C005 D005 E005 DI-ADMN-

81250B/T

Conference Minutes 4.15, 4.16

4.20.1 Quality of CDRL Deliverable: There shall be no more than one rejection of a deliverable per contract year or period. There shall be no more than 7 total rejection(s) of deliverables per contract. The Government will reject a deliverable if 2 or more technical errors or 4 or more minor errors are found within the deliverable. A technical error is defined as the format not being in accordance with the CDRL or the content not being accurate and complete in accordance with the CDRL, PWS or contract. A minor error is exemplified by a typographical error, a grammatical error, etc. The rejected deliverable shall be corrected and resubmitted within 10 business days of notification of Government rejection.

4.20.2 Receipt of CDRL Deliverable: CDRL deliverables shall be submitted via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) and submitted directly to the MFT member identified in the CDRL. There shall be no more than 2 late submission(s) of deliverables per contract year. The Contractor shall notify the Government, within 2 business days of the scheduled delivery date, if the delivery of any data/document will not meet the scheduled delivery date and negotiate a revised delivery date. The data/document shall be delivered by the revised delivery date acceptable to the Government.

4.20.3 Value Added Tax: “Value Added Tax” (VAT) will be applied to repair cost once item returns to Kingdom. Other VAT-applicable charges will be identified in the Monthly Status Report. (CDRL A001)

4.21 Facility Closings, Hours, and Travel

4.21.1 Facility Closings: Contractor/subcontractor personnel shall observe facility closings as authorized for government personnel while in the U.S. Contractor/subcontractor personnel shall only be permitted access to Government facilities when Government personnel are present while in the U.S. Contractor/subcontractor personnel located in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will coordinate facility closings with RSAF.

4.21.2 Holidays: Contractor personnel in-Kingdom will observe Saudi holidays in calendar year during Ramadan, Hadj, Eid Al-Adha, Eid Al-Fitr and National Day as directed by the RSAF.

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The Contractor shall coordinate a holiday schedule with RSAF with minimum impact on mission capability. This holiday schedule will be coordinated and approved with the USG PM/PCO and RSAF at least ninety (90) days prior to the scheduled holiday. U.S. holidays will be based on company-determined policy with minimum impact on mission capability. If any U.S. holiday falls on a non-workday the holiday will be observed on either the preceding or succeeding workday, such choice to be coordinated with the USG/PM/PCO and RSAF.

4.21.3 Saudi Workdays/Hours: Normal RSAF workdays are Sunday through Thursday and will consist of a 40-hour work week. The Contractor shall notify employees of designated Saudi Government non-workdays or other periods where the RSAF offices are closed due to weather or security conditions.

4.21.4 Travel: Travel requests for contractor/subcontractor personnel shall be submitted for approval to the USG PM and authorization by the PCO prior to costs being incurred and a minimum of 10 business days in advance of departure.

4.21.5 Costs for transportations may be based upon mileage rates, actual costs incurred, or a combination thereof, provided the method used results in a reasonable charge and is approved according to the Joint Regulations (JTR). Travel costs will be considered reasonable and allowable only to the extent that they do not exceed, daily, the maximum per diem rates in effect at the time of the travel. The JTR will provide the basis for the determination as to reasonable and allowable standards. Coach or equivalent airfare and accommodations shall be used to the maximum extent possible. The Contractor shall arrange for conference rooms when required.

Travel requests made by the USG and/or the RSAF will be provided to the Contractor ten (10) calendar days prior to requested travel departure date. In the event required advance notice is not provided by the USG and/or the RSAF to the Contractor, the Contractor will make a best effort to meet the travel deadline. In this case, the Contractor will immediately notify the PCO and the USG PM of the schedule conflict. If the Contractor cannot complete the travel request, they must provide detailed justification to the USG PM and the PCO within one (1) day of the original travel request. The Contractor shall not complete travel without the prior authorization from the

USG PCO.

4.21.6 In case of emergency travel, it is still required to receive permission from the Contracting Officer and will be approved on a case-by-case basis. Receipts must be presented with the invoice for reimbursement of actual travel costs.

4.21.7 Trip Report: The Contractor shall provide a detailed trip report for each trip completed within the reporting month by the 15th calendar day of each month as an attachment to the Monthly Status Report. (CDRL A002)

5.0 General Information

5.1 Continuation of Mission-Essential Services During a Crisis: The Functional Commander/Director has determined these services are not mission-essential and will not continue in the event of a crisis.

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5.2 Place of Personnel: Performance for this contract shall be within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, exclusively not on a U.S. Government installation.

5.3 Hiring: The Contractor shall provide timely services for RSAF Link-16 Technical Support by ensuring appropriate hiring of qualified personnel. Contractor will hire Saudi nationals to minimize reliance on expatriate workers in applicable positions. Fifty percent of the positions shall be hired within 40 business days of order award or new position requirement. All remaining positions shall be filled within 50 business days of order award or position vacancy. Vacancies after initial hiring shall be filled within 50 business days. Exceptions to this requirement will apply in the event of government process delays, specifically those influencing visa and medical requirements. A detailed employee and vacancy listing shall be included in the monthly status report (CDRL A001).

5.3.1 Personnel Requirements: The Contractor shall hire only personnel who meet the requirements of the specific job positions as identified by the RSAF. The Contractor shall maintain a file for each employee to include a resume, log of project assignments, and any other relevant qualification data. This information shall be provided to the USG PM as requested to verify RSAF qualification requirements. Updates to each employee’s file shall be addressed in the monthly status report (CDRL A001).

5.3.1.1 As a condition of employment, each new prospective employee shall be able to speak, read, and write English to effectively communicate with their English-speaking counterparts and is considered commensurate with the requirements of the individual’s position.

5.3.1.2 As applicable to expatriate (XPAT) Contractor personnel, who include any nationality of persons who leave their home country to work abroad, the Contractor shall obtain local entry and exit visas, work permits, Saudi Driver’s License and IQAMA resident permits, as required, to perform the tasks identified in this task order. The Contractor shall maintain a record of initial entry visas issued for Contractor personnel documenting name, nationality, number of visas, place and date of issuance, and employee status, i.e., on board or departed. A Contractor listing of employee projects and locations shall be included in the monthly status report (CDRL A001).

Project listings referenced in the monthly status report shall be limited to projects attempted or accomplished during the respective month.

5.3.1.3 The Contractor and their personnel shall adhere to the laws, customs, and regulations of Saudi Arabia, including the laws prohibiting access to certain areas of the country to non- Muslims or non-Saudis. The Contractor and their personnel, while in Saudi Arabia, shall be subject to the criminal and civil jurisdiction of the Saudi Arabian Government.

5.3.1.4 All prospective employees shall be vetted for qualification verification by the USG prior to employment. Additionally, the Contractor shall not be held responsible for any delays caused by USG in the selection or hiring process, and any work visa delays (e.g., USG, Ministries relating to immigration, etc.).

5.4 Security Requirements

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5.4.1 Security Regulations: The Contractor shall ensure personnel, information, system, property, facility and, if applicable, international security requirements are met. The Contractor shall ensure contractor/subcontractor personnel comply with the security requirements of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and the security requirements listed in paragraphs 5.4.

5.4.2 Operations Security (OPSEC): The purpose of OPSEC is to reduce the vulnerability of USAF missions to adversary collection and exploitation of critical information. DoDD 5205.02E and DoD Manual 5205.02-M require contractors supporting DoD activities use OPSEC to protect critical information for specified contracts, sub contracts, and information used in the performance of duties in support of Air Force requirements/missions. The Contractor shall ensure Contractor personnel who perform work on (or in) a Government facility comply with the OPSEC procedures and training requirements of the facility as specified in AFI 10-701.

5.4.3 Communications Security (COMSEC): The Contractor shall use only secure communications methods and/or equipment to transmit or otherwise transfer classified information and/or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in accordance with 32 CFR Part 117, National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), § 117.7(a).

Applicable equipment shall be safeguarded, maintained and operated in accordance with 32 CFR Part 117, National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), § 117.7(a).

5.4.4 Security Clearance: The Contractor shall ensure applicable contractor/subcontractor personnel have security clearance(s) at the SECRET level for proper accomplishment of contract/order requirements. The security clearance(s) shall be obtained in accordance with the Department of Defense (DD) Form 254, Department of Defense Contract Security Classification Specification.

5.4.5 RSAF Background Check: All contractors must pass a Saudi Intel Background Check to work with RSAF.

5.4.6 Security Incident or Violation: The Contractor shall immediately notify the Government Security Office of any potential or actual security incident or violation.

5.4.7 Access to Government System(s): The Government will provide contractor/subcontractor personnel access to system(s) necessary to perform tasks under the contract/order. The Contractor shall ensure contractor/subcontractor personnel who require access to an unclassified or classified Government Automated Information System (AIS) have the respective background check or security investigation conducted. At a minimum, the Contractor shall ensure contractor/subcontractor personnel who require access to an unclassified AIS have a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) conducted. Upon completion/termination of the contract/order or transfer/termination of contractor/subcontractor personnel, the Contractor shall ensure the system account(s) are closed.

5.4.8 Access to RSAF System(s): The RSAF will provide contractor personnel access to RSAF systems(s) necessary to perform tasks under the contract/order. The Contractor shall ensure contractor personnel who require access to any unclassified or classified RSAF government AIS

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have the appropriate background check or security investigation conducted. The RSAF government will provide system access subject to RSAF processing terms.

5.4.9 Common Access Card (CAC)

5.4.9.1 The Contractor shall ensure a CAC is obtained by all contractor/subcontractor personnel who require access to DoD computer networks/systems, for DoD facility entry control and/or for physical access to facilities and buildings to perform tasks under the contract/order. The Contractor shall provide a list of contractor/subcontractor personnel who require a CAC to the PCO. The Government will provide the Contractor instruction on how to utilize Mission Partner Identity, Credential and Access Management (MP-ICAM) and notify the Contractor of approval/disapproval of contractor/subcontractor personnel application. Contractor/subcontractor personnel shall obtain the CAC from the local Real Time Automated Personnel Identification Documentation System (RAPIDS) issuing facility [usually the Military Personnel Flight (MPF)].

5.4.9.2 The Contractor shall immediately report a lost or stolen CAC as directed by local Government policy. The Contractor shall notify the PCO of any change to the list of contractor/subcontractor personnel who require a CAC and provide an updated list within five business days. The Contractor shall return a CAC within five business days once contractor/subcontractor personnel no longer require computer network/system access and/or facility access. The Contractor shall return an expired CAC within five business days after the expiration date. The Contractor shall return any and all CACs within five business days after completion/termination of the contract as directed by local Government policy.

5.5 Environmental Management System (EMS): These services shall not be performed at a Government facility; therefore, the EMS requirement does not apply.

5.6 Agency Affirmative Procurement Programs: This acquisition does not require the purchase of Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-designated products or United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)-designated products; therefore, the requirement does not apply.

5.7 Service Contract Reporting: In accordance with 10 United States Code 2330(a), and DFARS 252.204-7023 (Reporting Requirements for Contracted Services), the Contractor shall provide a Service Contract Report for each contract/order that meets the DoD Contract Reporting criteria and has obligations in excess of $3,000,000. The Contractor shall report the total amount invoiced and contractor labor hours expended on the services performed during the previous fiscal year. Prime contractor labor hours, including any required Tier 1 subcontractor information, shall be reported in the System for Award Management (SAM). The Contractor shall report annually, by October 31, on the services performed during the preceding government fiscal year. SAM will only enable reporting for entities with contracts that meet the SCR criteria and thresholds. Additional information and user manuals for government personnel and Contractors is available at https://www.sam.gov. SCR eligibility, reporting rules and criteria is located on the DoD Procurement Toolbox at https://dodprocurementtoolbox.com/site-pages/service-contract-reporting-scr.

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5.8 Invoicing/Payment and Receipt/Acceptance: The Contractor shall submit/process payment requests and receipt/acceptance documents via WAWF.

5.9 Safety Requirements

5.9.1 Contractor Compliance: The Contractor shall comply with best safety practices and all FMS partner nation (i.e. Kingdom of Saudi Arabia) safety regulations.

5.9.2 Mishap Notification/Investigation: In accordance with DAFI91-204, Safety Investigations and Reports, the Contractor shall report mishaps including damage to DoD property;

occupational illness to DoD military or civilian personnel; injury to on- or off-duty DoD military personnel; injury to on-duty DoD civilian personnel; and damage to public or private property or injury or illness to non-DoD personnel caused by Government operations. In the event of a mishap, the Contractor shall ensure the USAF is notified of the mishap. The Contractor shall contact the organizations listed below within four business hours. The Contractor shall immediately secure the mishap scene (and damaged property) and impound pertinent maintenance and training records until released by the Government’s Safety Office (AFLCMC/SE). Such release shall be accomplished through the Contracting Officer. The Contractor shall cooperate and assist Government personnel in the investigation of the mishap and submit an Accident/Incident Report within 24 hours of the mishap. There shall be no more than one (1) instance of late mishap notification per contract year.