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Performance Work Statement (PWS)

MILSATCOM Satellite Operations and International Partners Support

DATE: 10 Jan 2025

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Performance Work Statement (PWS)

1 Introduction/Background This is a non-personal services contract for services in support of Combat Forces Command, Space Delta 8 (Del 8).

1.1 Mission Overview

Del 8 is mission-focused on Satellite Communications (SATCOM) and is the focal point for U.S. protected and assured Military Satellite Communications (MILSATCOM) to the President, Secretary of Defense, national decision makers, theater commanders, and strategic and tactical forces worldwide to include International Partners.

1.2 Scope

Provide operational Military SATCOM (MILSATCOM) systems support under various international agreements to include the certification of technical and operational performance of terminals and modems operating on MILSATCOM systems. Support the integration, implementation, and operations of current and emerging International Partner capabilities to meet U.S. and International requirements.

Provide Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) to support the United States Space Force Combat Forces Command (CFC) and Delta 8 Satellite Communications (SATCOM) functions, inclusive of staff action officer responsibilities, such as responding to United States Space Command (USSPACECOM), Space 4 Space (S4S), Combat Forces Command (CFC) and Delta 8 requests for action or information, coordination of information and objectives; as well as, completion of tasks designated by the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). Support and services shall include meeting attendance, conference attendance, document reviews, document development, position paper development, technical paper development, procedure development, operational tool development, technical analyses, engineering analyses, operational analyses, modeling and computer simulation support, multimedia support, and quick response support. Tasks may include Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) Support Services such as developing and formulating comments, recommendations, position papers, white papers, etc. related to funding or other functional areas. Work may require the contractor to assess and evaluate SATCOM planning, management, and control concepts and methodology and make recommendations to CFC to optimize SATCOM support for our U.S. SATCOM users and International Partners (IPs).

Support to the CFC and Delta 8, Wideband Consolidated-SATCOM System Expert (WB C-SSE) mission and (WGS), Global Broadcast Service (GBS) and Defense Satellite Communications System (DSCS) SSE missions. This TO will also require support to the Delta 8 Narrowband C-SSE mission and MUOS Wideband Code Division Multiple Access (WCDMA), Ultra-High Frequency (UHF) Ultra-High Frequency Follow-On (UFO), and Fleet SATCOM (FLTSAT) SSE missions. This support is inclusive of performing work related to S4S’s designation as the USSF Service Component Command (SCC) to USSPACECOM, and work-related to International Partner (IP) Memoranda of Understanding, Agreements, and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) cases, as applicable. The maintenance and sustainment assessments, studies, and analyses done in support of this PWS will encompass operations and technical support provided by the contractor.

This effort includes the following task areas:

· Task Requirement 1: Program Management and Quality Assurance Support

· Task Requirement 2: WB C-SSE Support to Terminal and Modem Certifications

· Task Requirement 3: Future International Agreements Support

· Task Requirement 4a: International Agreements Support to U.S.-Australia WGS and Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)

· Task Requirement 4b: Wideband E&I Terminal and Modem Performance Certification Support and Services for Australia

· Task Requirement 5a: International Agreements Support to WGS Multilateral Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)

· Task Requirement 5b: Support Services to WB C-SSE Operations and Plans Branches - MultiLateral MOU International Partners

· Task Requirement 6a: International Agreements Support to NSS6G (NATO SATCOM) MOU

· Task Requirement 6b: Support Services to WB C-SSE Operations and Plans Branches – NATO Military SATCOM Services 6th Generation MOU

· Task Requirement 7a: International Agreements Support to Canadian MUOS FMS Case

· Task Requirement 7b: NB C-SSE Support to Canadian MUOS FMS Case

· Task Requirement 8a: International Agreement Support to U.S.-Japanese WGS Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)

· Task Requirement 8b: Support Services to WB C-SSE Operations and Plans Branches – JPN MOU

2 General Requirements This section describes the general requirements for this effort. The following sub-sections provide details of various considerations on this effort.

2.1 Non-Personal Services

The Government will neither supervise Contractor employees nor control the method by which the Contractor performs the required tasks. The Contractor shall ensure its employees understand the prohibitions imposed on the Government regarding personal services contracts, as defined in the FAR as “a personal services contract is characterized by the employer-employee relationship it creates between the Government and the contractor’s personnel.” The Contractor shall manage its employees and guard against any actions that are of the nature of personal services, or give the perception of personal services. If the Contractor believes that any actions constitute, or are perceived to constitute personal services, the Contractor shall notify the Procuring Contracting Officer (PCO) immediately.

2.2 Contractor Management

The Contractor shall integrate and coordinate all activity needed to satisfy the requirement. The Contractor shall manage the timeliness, completeness, and quality of problem identification, and resolution, as applicable. The Contractor shall provide corrective action plans, proposal submittals, timely identification of issues, and effective management of subContractors. The Contractor shall seek to ensure customer satisfaction and professional and ethical behavior of all Contractor personnel. If the Contractor has any proposed revisions to this PWS or any other contract attachment, for the purposes of making the documents more accurate (regulatory changes) or complete (for clarity), the Contractor shall submit suggested revisions as word document with tracked changes and a change request to the COR and CO for consideration.

The Contractor shall record, report, and invoice charges at the CLIN level while showing labor, travel, and ODC costs separately. Each CLIN costs shall be reported on separate pages of invoice and cost reports to enable separate delivery to respective International Partners for their awareness.

The Contractor shall provide a Monthly Status Report (MSR) covering activities of the preceding month.

Deliverable A001 – Monthly Status Report (MSR)

2.2.1 Contract Administration

The Contractor shall ensure its personnel do not perform inherently Governmental activities, as defined in FAR 7.5. The Contractor shall ensure its personnel do not attempt to represent the Government of the United States (US) to any other person or entity, US, or foreign, except for delivering a Government-approved message or position. All briefings, policies, plans and other formal products the Contractor develops, reviews, and creates, will be reviewed and approved by the Government.

2.2.2 Contractor POC

The Contractor shall have a single point of contact between the Government and Contractor personnel assigned to support this contract. This lead shall coordinate with the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) to obtain and clarify contract requirements and shall be responsible for the daily control and supervision of the Contractor’s employees.

2.2.3 Personnel Administration

The Contractor shall maintain the currency of their employees by providing initial and refresher training as required to meet the PWS requirements. The Contractor shall obtain approval from Government prior to attending Government-provided training classes. Provided there is no cost to the Government, the Contractor may be eligible to attend Government-sponsored and Government-provided training to maintain proficiency in software, administrative procedures or other areas. Additionally, provided there is no cost to the Government, the Contractor may be eligible to attend third-party-provided off-site seminars and classes.

2.2.4 Contractor Identification

Contractor employees shall clearly identify themselves as “Contractors” at all times, in all communications and representations, including in the workplace, at meetings, in conversations, telecommunications, mail, electronic mail (e-mail), and faxes, whether with Government personnel, other Contractor personnel, or with the public. Contractor personnel shall wear a readily visible badge that clearly identifies them as Contractor employees.

2.3 Contractor Personnel, Disciplines, and Specialties

The Contractor shall accomplish the assigned work by employing and utilizing qualified personnel with appropriate combinations of education, training, and experience. The Contractor shall ensure the labor categories, labor rates, and man-hours utilized in the performance of each Task Order (PWS line item) issued hereunder will be the minimum necessary to accomplish the task The Contractor shall provide the necessary resources and infrastructure to manage, perform, and administer the contract.

2.3.1 Personnel Turnover

The Contractor shall ensure continuity of services during personnel absences due to sickness, leave, and voluntary or involuntary termination from employment such that impact to the Government is minimal. Once the Contractor knows an employee will no longer support the requirement, the Contractor shall provide written documentation to the CO and COR within three (3) business days. In this notification, the Contractor shall include the date and time the position will be vacant, , anticipated fill date, and what management actions the Contractor will take to ensure uninterrupted performance. Position vacancies shall not exceed 14 calendar days unless approved in writing or otherwise directed in advance by the CO (e.g. a grace period associated with new awards and PWS modifications increasing the number of personnel on a task order).

2.3.2 Removal of Personnel at Government Request.

The Government may request removal (permanent or temporary) of personnel for security, safety or health reasons, or when Contractor personnel behave in an unprofessional manner that would be considered unacceptable by a reasonable person.

2.4 Location and Hours of Work

DEFAULT TEXT:

This PWS requires work at [specify location] and at various Contractor and Government facilities (mainly in the continental United States). Normal workdays are eight (8) hours per day, Monday through Friday, except US Federal Holidays. The Contractor shall generally support a normal work week of 40 hours per week. Core hours of work are from 0900 to 1500 daily; Contractor personnel shall generally be available during these core hours.

2.4.1 Building Access

The Government will provide Contractor personnel unescorted access to Bldg [specify location] consistent with task requirements. Access to Government facilities, documents and systems will be in accordance with the DD Form 254.

2.4.2 Morale Events

There may also be occasions when Contractors are invited to participate in morale and recreational activities (e.g., holiday parties, golf outings, sports day and other various social events). Under these circumstances, Contractor employees shall comply with individual company policy in accordance with company compensation system. Because the Government does not have an employer/employee relationship with Contractor employees, it is not authorized to grant administrative leave or expend Government resources to compensate Contractor employees for hours expended on activities not included in the PWS.

2.4.3 Closures

For closures affecting the availability of the Government site (e.g., weather closures, a National Day of Mourning, etc.), the Government will notify the Contractor through normal means such as the Snow Call Line and local news outlets, or via email from the COR or CO. During such closures, Contractor personnel may telework if they have a COR-approved telework request in place.

2.4.4 Teleworking

“Teleworking” is defined as authorization for a Contractor employee that normally works at the Government location, to work at an alternate location (at the employee’s residence or other Contractor location) either permanently or temporarily. “Contractor location” is defined as Contractor-approved place of performance for certain employees that is not an employee’s residence or Government location. The COR may approve Contractor personnel to telework on a case-by-case basis. The Contractor shall obtain COR approval prior to any teleworking. To obtain approval for teleworking, the Contractor shall submit a teleworking request with appropriate rationale to the COR in writing. This request shall include the Contractor’s [“lead’s”, “Project Manager’s”, “Task Lead’s”, etc.] approval, as well the primary Government customer’s approval, if different than the COR, when the request is submitted to the COR for approval. If approved for teleworking, the Contractor shall support Government core hours in the same manner they would if they were working at a Government location. Although the Government may allow the Contractor to use Government computer resources for teleworking, all other teleworking expenses for internet, telephone connectivity, and other equipment services are the responsibility of the Contractor. Classified work is not authorized under telework. Authorized teleworking does not abrogate the Contractor’s requirement to protect information IAW applicable requirements in this PWS, the DD Form 254 or other Government regulations applicable to this contract.

2.5 Travel / Temporary Duty (TDY)

DEFAULT TEXT:

Travel to other Government facilities or other Contractor facilities may be required. All travel requirements (including plans, agenda, itinerary, or dates) shall be pre-approved by the Government (subject to local policy procedures), and is on a strictly cost reimbursable basis. Tailor to reflect contract type and approach – if cost reimbursable language remains here, ensure cost reimbursable CLINs are established by the CO. Costs for travel shall be billed in accordance with the regulatory implementation of Public Law 99-234, and Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 31.205-46 Travel Costs. All Contractor employees are subject to customs, processing procedures, Status of Forces Agreements and other agreements, duties of the country to which they are traveling, and procedures, laws, and duties of the United States upon re-entry. Tailor/use if international travel is required Travel expenses for local travel are not chargeable to the contract; local travel is defined as within 50 miles of Peterson Space Force Base (SFB).

2.6 Security and Safety

All Contractor personnel proposed to work on this task order must be U.S. citizens. All Contractor personnel with access to unclassified information systems, including e-mail, shall have at a minimum a favorable Tier-1 Investigation.

2.6.1 DD Form 254

The DD Form 254 specifies overarching security requirements and Contractor access to classified information. All Contractor personnel satisfying the requirements of this contract directly shall have Top Secret (TS)/Sensitive Compartmentalized Information (SCI) clearances as of their start of performance date. Tailor/use if this level of clearance is required All Contractor personnel shall be able to access to material up to the classification level in accordance with the DD Form 254. The Government will make [X] TS/SCI billets available for Contractor use. [TAILOR this should be adjusted to align with the specific requirements of the effort.]

2.6.2 Operational Security (OPSEC)

The Contractor shall adhere to OPSEC guidance as defined in Air Force Instruction (AFI) 10-701, Operations Security (OPSEC). The Contractor shall be familiar with the organization’s Critical Information and Indicator List (CIIL) and ensure indicators and vulnerabilities are protected from Unauthorized Disclosure (UD) per HQ Space Operations Command’s (SpOC’s) countermeasures and measures. The Contractor shall complete OPSEC in-processing training and follow-on OPSEC training such as event-driven and annual OPSEC training, as required by the OPSEC Program Manager per Department of Defense (DoD) Directive (DoDD) 5205.02E, DoD Operations Security (OPSEC) Program; DoD Manual (DoDM) 5205.02, DoD Operations Security (OPSEC) Program Manual; Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (CJCS) Instruction (CJCSI) 3213.01D, Joint Operations Security; and AFI 10-701. Tailor to specific mission partner organization.

2.6.3 Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)

The Contractor shall safeguard all information provided and marked as CUI via this contract IAW DoD Instruction (DoDI) 5200.48, Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). If the Contractor generates any CUI information, it shall protect and disseminate that information per the controls required by DoDI 5200.48. The Contractor shall monitor CUI for aggregation and compilation based on the potential to generate classified information pursuant to security classification guidance addressing the accumulation of unclassified data or information. The Contractor shall immediately report the potential classification of aggregated or compiled CUI to the CO and the COR.

2.7 Manpower Reporting

In accordance with FAR 52.204-14 Service Contract Reporting Requirements, the Contractor shall report all Contractor labor hours (including subContractor labor hours) required for performance of services provided under this contract via a secure data collection site. The Contractor shall fill in all required data fields at the data collection site. Use the following web address: www.sam.gov.

Reporting inputs will be for the labor executed during the period of performance during each Government fiscal year (FY), which runs October 1 through September 30. While inputs may be reported any time during the FY, the Contractor shall report all data no later than October 31 of each calendar year. Contractors may direct questions to the System for Award Management (SAM) help desk.

2.8 Documentation

DEFAULT TEXT:

The Contractor shall make all information and documentation generated or maintained (to include Government-furnished documents) by this contract available for Government review upon request for the duration of the contract. The Contractor shall generate and maintain all such documentation in an electronic, editable (where appropriate) format. Contractor-generated format is acceptable, unless otherwise noted by this PWS.

The Contractor shall provide responses to requests for information. These requests are in addition to Deliverable submissions and other documentation that is available for review by request. Requests may cover the range of activities under this PWS.

2.8.1 Documentation Rights

The Government has unlimited rights to data for all deliverables developed under this PWS. The Contractor shall not use any materials pertaining to this contract for business development or any other Contractor purposes; however, the Contractor is authorized to include summary performance information in proposals to be submitted to the Government to satisfy past performance information requirements.

All products developed and produced by the Contractor in the performance of this PWS are the property of the Government, and this could include software, electronic files, hard copy documents, etc. Rights to all documentation are governed by Defense FAR Supplement (DFARS) 252.227-7032, Rights in Technical Data and Computer Software.

2.8.2 Government Data

The Contractor shall request Government approval prior to the use of any proprietary data or software tools to fulfill the requirements of this contract. The Government will provide the Contractor access to information required to accomplish assigned tasks commensurate with security clearance and on a need-to-know basis. The Contractor shall not retain classified or unclassified material generated or received under this contract after the contract ends without approval of the Contracting Officer.

2.9 Performance Evaluation.

Contractor performance is subject to Government surveillance to ensure PWS compliance. The Contractor shall comply with the following:

Access. The Contractor shall permit the CO or authorized representative access to all work areas, records, and data used in the performance of the contracted services. The Contractor shall provide support, and not interfere with the CO, Contracting Officer’s Representatives (CORs), state, federal, and other designated personnel in the performance of their official duties. The Contractor shall provide access as soon as possible, but not to exceed one (1) workday after the request.

Non-conformance. The Contractor shall identify root causes of non-conformances and shall control them through analysis, corrective actions, and preventive actions. The Contractor shall focus on eliminating the cause to prevent reoccurrence. The Contractor shall maintain records of non-conformities and actions taken. The Contractor shall correct and provide responses to all Government-identified non-conformances in accordance with (IAW) time frames specified by the CO. There are two types of non-conformances: Minor and Major.

Minor Non-conformance. A Minor Non-conformance is a non-conformance, which by itself does not adversely impact mission, safety of personnel and equipment, performance (quality), schedule (delivery), or cost. A Minor Non-conformance does not normally increase risk to the Government. Minor Non-conformances are typically low risk and are communicated through a Corrective Action Request (CAR) notice. First notices are issued for any identified non-conformance, second notices are issued for repeat non-conformances or failing to correct issues within a reasonable amount of time. Upon receipt of a non-conformance notification (first or second notice), the Contractor shall complete applicable sections and return it to the CO within time constraints directed by the CO in the notice. A formal corrective action plan may not be required for minor CAR notices.

Major Non-conformance. A Major Non-conformance is a non-conformance that adversely impacts (or has the potential to impact) mission, safety of personnel and equipment, performance (quality), schedule (delivery), or cost. A Major Non-conformance may also be a significant number of recurring non-conformances, which is an indication of inadequate preventive measures or actions and lowers the Government’s confidence that the Contractor can provide quality services on time and within costs. The CO will communicate Major Non-conformances using the CAR notice and will include a suspense date for the Contractor’s Corrective Action Plan. As a minimum, the Contractor’s Corrective Action Plan shall address:

• Actions taken to fix the immediate problem

• Root cause analysis of the problem to determine cause

• Corrective action on the cause of the problem

• Actions taken to prevent recurrence

2.10 Government Furnished

The Government will make available the materials, office space, communications capability and information available for use by the Contractor in the performance of this contract.

2.10.1 Government Furnished Property (GFP).

The Government will not provide any GFP for Contractor use on this contract.

2.10.2 Government Furnished Resources.

The Government will furnish up workspaces in the [location], associated desks, chairs, computers connected to internet, use of telephones, copier and fax machines. Any equipment is considered incidental to performance location.

2.10.3 Government Furnished Information

Government staff personnel will be available for technical exchanges with the Contractor. Government personnel will provide technical input, answer questions, review and approve completed work, and provide feedback regarding Contractor efforts. The COR is the primary source of technical guidance for this PWS.

2.10.4 Materials and Other Direct Costs (ODC)

In the event that the Contractor is required to purchase reimbursable items costing up to $500, such purchases shall be submitted for approval by the COR prior to actual purchase. Items costing greater than $500 shall require prior COR and CO approval. Purchases shall not be broken up in order to meet this threshold. (TAILOR AS NECESSARY – Optional and based upon the contract requirements)

3 Performance Requirements The following sections specify the Performance Objectives and Performance Elements for the contract.

3.1 Task Requirement 1: Overarching Support

3.1.1 Meetings and Briefings

Meetings and Briefings Support: The contractor shall conduct meetings and coordination efforts at times commensurate with the complexity and status of the effort required to support the work and meet the identified requirements. The contractor shall support monthly teleconferences and quarterly technical interchange meetings with the PM and task order COR, as required, to discuss contents of PM reports, providing materials and agendas, as required. The contractor shall participate in monthly technical interchange meetings upon request of the OCO, and COR to discuss and evaluate contractor efforts and accomplishments in direct relation to this specific task order. During these meetings, the contractor shall present necessary data to enable a joint review of assigned tasks, schedules, and resource expenditures. The contractor shall present and participate in technical discussions and shall inform the OCO, and COR of any problems with contract execution and any proposed solutions.

3.1.2 Foreign Disclosure Representative (FDR)

Foreign Disclosure Representative (FDR): At the request of the government some contract personnel may be asked to serve as a FDR for SATCOM. This will require the appointed contract personnel to complete the Air Force Computer Based Training (CBT) for foreign disclosure and receive an appointment letter from the CFC or Delta 8 Foreign Disclosure Officers. The scope of authority for foreign release of contractors appointed as FDRs is limited to SATCOM Delegated Disclosure Authority Letters (DDLs) and would not be authorized to make decisions for the government concerning guidance and implementation of National Disclosure Policy - 1. (NDP-1).

3.1.3 ITAR

The contractor is expected to have Extensive interaction with Australia, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, Netherlands, NATO / NCIA, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Spain, and the United Kingdom, nationals is expected in support of Tasks 2. The contractor shall ensure all information it shares/discloses/exports with foreign national personnel is releasable in accordance with ITAR, other applicable export control laws, and FDO or Contract Officer review prior to release and shall maintain a log of all contractor releases, taking whatever actions are required to obtain permission for the contractor to release needed data. In order to accomplish the above and to comply with ITAR and AECA regulations and guidelines, the contractor shall register with the United States Department of State (estimated annual registration fee: currently $2,250.00 per year.

3.2 Task Requirement 2: Terminal and Modem Certification Support Services – SpOC/Delta 8 SATCOM, WB Systems Engineering Funded The Contractor shall provide technical support and services to the WB C-SSE in the execution of responsibilities associated with terminal and modem certification.

3.2.1 Sub Task 1: Wideband Systems Engineering Terminal and Modem Performance Certification Support and Services.

The Contractor shall provide qualified personnel to perform WB SATCOM Terminal and Modem Performance Certification Engineering support and services for the WB-CSSE. The contractor shall perform the following IAW established processes:

3.2.1.1 Apply knowledge of industry standard engineering methods to provide support and services to the SSEs in completion of earth terminal-to-satellite interoperability, earth terminal certification, execution and analysis of on-orbit testing, post-launch testing and analysis, anomaly analysis and resolution, and earth terminal network planning, management, and control in support of the SSE missions.

3.2.1.2 Evaluate terminal and/or modem performance certification reports through all phases of the performance certification process using engineering-based concepts, knowledge of the most current versions of Military Standards, NATO Standardization Agreements (STANAG) 4486 and 4606, European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) Standard EN302 307, and WB C-SSE terminal performance certification and modem performance certification documents.

3.2.1.3 Generate an engineering-based assessment for each terminal and/or modem performance certification report and determine compliance or non-compliance with published performance standards.

3.2.1.4 Provide guidance and recommendations to vendors, Government Program Managers (PMs), or the WB C-SSE staff to modify a system design or configuration when needed to bring a terminal or modem into compliance with performance certification requirements and standards.

3.2.1.5 Evaluate new SATCOM technologies and recommend changes to current performance certification requirements and standards.

3.2.1.6 Review performance certification test procedures and provide input to change or modify processes and procedures, if required.

3.2.1.7 Provide support as needed for test and evaluation during military wideband on-orbit testing, operational evaluations, and anomaly resolution.

3.2.1.8 Provide recommendations for system modifications, changes, and updates to the Wideband Satellite Communications (SATCOM) Operational Management System (WSOMS).

3.2.1.9 Maintain and update off-line and on-line modem and terminal static databases within the WSOMS.

3.2.2 Sub Task 2: Terminal and Modem Operations and Planning Support and Services. The Contractor shall provide qualified personnel to support terminal and modem operations and planning support and services for the WB C-SSE. The contractor shall use WSOMS knowledge to perform the following, IAW established processes:

3.2.2.1 Support Wideband SATCOM mission planning using WSOMS.

3.2.2.2 Interpret terminal and modem performance, characteristics, and functionality to build accurate performance models in WSOMS.

3.2.2.3 Use knowledge and understanding of satellite and terminal radio frequency characteristics.

3.2.2.4 Use knowledge and understanding of modem and terminal performance to conduct detailed analysis and long-term trending of satellite, modem and terminal resources.

3.3 Task Requirement 3: Future International Partner Agreements Support (USASMDC OMA Funded) The Contractor shall provide SATCOM subject matter expertise support for activities required in the analysis of future International Partner requirements for the use of MILSATCOM and the impact these requirements have on US users.

3.3.1 Sub Task 1: Provide SATCOM planning, analytical, technical support and services to the CFC/IP Branch, and the Delta 8 WB and NB C-SSE. Support tasks are required for integrating, implementing, and operationalizing future SATCOM system capabilities to meet future IP requirements. To establish SATCOM International Agreements, support from this task is required until negotiations to secure the agreement has concluded and/or the agreement has matured to operations, whichever is later. Current efforts to establish SATCOM International Agreements requiring support include but are not limited to: the NATO SATCOM Services 6th Generation (NSS6G) MOU across all frequency bands; the Mobile User Objective System (MUOS) with any potential IPs, including Canada;; Canada’s Polar program; Protected Anti-Jam Tactical

SATCOM system efforts; Norway-US Arctic X-Band support, WGS-11/12 International Partnerships, and follow-on system efforts for WB , NB, and Protected Band (PB). Experience with various International Agreements types (Cooperative exchange agreements, Equal Value Exchange agreements, Joint Production agreements, Foreign Military Sales, etc.) is necessary.

3.3.1 Sub Task 2: Provide international agreement development support. In addition to Sub Task 1 requirements, international agreement development includes coordination with U.S. organizations to assist in negotiations with potential Foreign Partners.

3.4 Task Requirement 4a: International Agreements Support to USA Australia WGS MOU (AUS Funded)

3.4.1 Sub Task 1: International Partner Team Support to USA-AUS WGS MOU The contractor shall provide WGS Subject Matter Expertise (SME) support for activities required in the effective implementation, management, and direction of the U.S. WGS Bilateral Operational Project Manager (OPM) responsibilities as identified in the USA-AUS WGS MOU. The contractor shall support all operational- and technical-related aspects of the USA-AUS WGS MOU Project. The contractor shall accomplish the following:

3.4.1.1 Maintain a direct liaison with the U.S. Military Departments, Joint Staff, Defense Information Systems Agency, the Australian DoD, the Office of the Secretary of Defense, and the users of SATCOM systems as directed to provide necessary support to the USA-AUS WGS OPM responsibilities and actions associated with the C2G2 MOU when required.

3.4.1.2 Assist the OPM in the management of Australian DoD resources, which are defined in accordance with Annex A (Resource Allocation and Sharing Provisions) of the USA-AUS WGS MOU.

3.4.1.3 Develop, prepare, deliver, and present reports and briefing materials as directed for recurring and ad hoc meetings in support of the AUS WGS and C2G2 MOUs. Attend and provide reports/meeting minutes on various wideband meetings including, but not limited to, the Wideband Working Group (WWG), Project Status Review (PSR), Operations Support Working Group (OSWG), Technical Interchange Meeting (TIM) and Steering Committee (SC).

3.4.1.4 Provide document reviews, technical papers, point papers, Executive Summaries (EXSUM), written summations, General Officer (GO) one-pager briefs, SpOCIP Branch weekly activity reports, and significant activity reports.

3.4.1.5 Develop and manage Baseline Resource Allocation monitoring tools and reports IAW USA-AUS WGS MOU OPM responsibilities. Track and report Anchor Station Protection plan, Satellite Access Request (SAR) and Satellite Access Authorization (SAA) metrics on a weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly basis, as required.

3.4.1.6 Assist the Government with preparation of the required billing statements, funding actions, and preparation of annual International Partner budget forecasts, which requires access to the different accounting systems.

3.4.1.7 Assist in the development of reports on tests activities, evaluation activities, and site surveys.

3.4.1.8 Provide support to the management of project resource allocation and sharing provisions (equipment and financial). The contractor shall track and manage project equipment under the MOU. Provide monthly resource allocation reports as identified by the OPM. Coordinate with the Acquisition Project Manager (APM) as required.

3.4.1.9 Assist with coordination of training activities, TDY requirements, facility upgrades, security activities, situational awareness tools, certification activities, and testing activities in support of the AUS WGS and C2G2 MOUs.

3.4.2 Task Requirement 4b: Wideband E&I Terminal and Modem Performance Certification Support and Services for Australia (AUS Funded) Extensive interaction with Australia nationals is expected in support of this Task Requirement and the contractor shall ensure all information it shares/discloses/exports with foreign national personnel is releasable in accordance with ITAR, other applicable export control laws, and FDO or Contract Officer review prior to release and shall maintain a log of all contractor releases, taking whatever actions are required to obtain permission for the contractor to release needed data. In order to accomplish the above and to comply with ITAR and AECA regulations and guidelines, the contractor shall register with the United States Department of State (estimated annual registration fee: currently $2,250.00 per year) and complete a Department of State-approved TAA with the Partner Nations.

3.4.2.1 Sub Task 1: Terminal and Modem Performance Certification The contractor shall provide qualified personnel to perform technical SATCOM Terminal and Modem Performance Certification support and services for the WB C-SSE, WGS, GBS and DSCS SSEs. The contractor shall use engineering-based concepts, engineering-based tools, knowledge of the most current versions of Military Standard (Mil-Std)-188-164, Mil-Std-188-165, North American Treaty Organization (NATO) Standardization Agreement (STANAG) 4486, European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) Standard EN302 307, and WB C-SSE SATCOM terminal performance certification and modem performance certification documents to perform the following IAW established processes:

3.4.2.2 Evaluate terminal performance certification reports through all phases of the performance certification process.

3.4.2.3 Generate an engineering-based assessment for each terminal performance certification report and determine compliance or non-compliance with the above performance criteria.

3.4.2.4 Evaluate modem performance certification reports through all phases of the performance certification process.

3.4.2.5 Generate an engineering-based assessment for each modem performance certification report and determine compliance or non-compliance with the above performance criteria.

3.4.2.6 Provide guidance and recommendations to vendors, Government PMs or the WB C-SSE to modify a system design or configuration when necessary to bring a terminal or modem into compliance with applicable performance certification requirements and standards.

3.4.2.7 Evaluate new SATCOM technologies and recommend changes to current performance certification requirements and standards.

3.4.2.8 Review WGS and DSCS satellite performance certification test procedures and provide input to change or modify processes and procedures if required.

3.4.2.9 Provide support for test and evaluation during WGS and DSCS on-orbit testing, operational evaluations, and anomaly resolution.

3.4.2.10 Review WGS and DSCS satellite performance certification test reports and generate engineering-based assessments of the results.

3.4.2.11 Provide engineering-based support for system modifications, changes, and updates to the WB Satellite Communications Operational Management System (WSOMS).

3.4.2.12 Maintain and update off-line and on-line modem and terminal static databases within WSOMS.

3.4.2.13 Sub Task 2: Wideband E&I Terminal and Modem Performance Certification Support and Services The contractor shall provide qualified personnel to perform terminal and modem operations and planning support and services for the WB C-SSE, WGS, GBS and DSCS SSEs. The contractor shall use WSOMS knowledge to perform the following IAW established processes and in support of Wideband C-SSE and SSEs operations and technical assistance missions:

3.4.2.14 Support Wideband SATCOM mission planning using WSOMS.

3.4.2.15 Interpret terminal and modem performance, characteristics, and functionality to build planning models within WSOMS.

3.4.2.16 Use knowledge and understanding of satellite and terminal radio frequency characteristics.

3.4.2.17 Use knowledge and understanding of modem and terminal performance.

3.4.2.18 Conduct detailed analysis and long term trending of satellite, modem and terminal resources.

3.5 Task Requirement 5a: International Agreements Support to WGS Multilateral MOU (Multilat Funded) The contractor shall provide WGS SME support for activities required in the effective implementation, management, and direction of the Operational Project Lead (OPL) activities required to implement Wideband operations in accordance with agreements established by the WGS Multilateral MOU. The contractor shall support all operational and technical related aspects of the WGS Multilateral MOU. The contractor shall accomplish the following:

3.5.1 Sub Task 1: Maintain a direct liaison with the U.S. Military Departments, Joint Staff, Defense Information Systems Agency, the Office of the Secretary of Defense, and the users of SATCOM systems as directed to provide necessary support to the OPL responsibilities.

3.5.2 Sub Task 2: Support the development of policy and procedures for the implementation of all operational aspects of the WGS Multilateral MOU and amendments.

3.5.3 Sub Task 3: Develop, prepare, deliver, and present reports and briefing materials as directed for recurring and ad hoc meetings in support of the MOU. Attend and provide reports/meeting minutes on wideband meetings including, but not limited to, the WWG, PSR, OSWG, TIM and SC.

3.5.4 Sub Task 4: Develop processes and procedures for providing situational awareness to each International Partner regarding its Baseline Resource Allocation (BRA) and system usage.

3.5.5 Sub Task 5: Develop and manage Baseline Resource Allocation monitoring tools and reports. Track and report SAR and SAA metrics.

3.5.6 Sub Task 6: Provide document reviews, technical papers, point papers, EXSUMs, written summations, GO one-pager briefs, weekly activity reports, and significant activity reports.

3.5.7 Sub Task 7: Assist the Government with preparation of the required billing statements, funding actions, and preparation of annual International Partner budget forecasts, which requires access to the different accounting systems.

3.5.8 Sub Task 8: Assist in the development, implementation, and sustainment of a common network for secure information exchange.

3.5.9 Sub Task 9: Maintain the WGS International Partner Operations Support Guide (OSG).

3.5.10 Sub Task 10: Assist with coordination of training activities, TDY requirements, facility upgrades, security activities, situational awareness tools, certification activities, and testing activities in support of the MOU.

3.6 Task Requirement 5b: International Agreements Support to WGS Multilateral MOU (Multilat Funded)

3.6.1 Sub Task 1: Wideband System Analysis Branch Support.

The contractor shall provide qualified personnel to perform technical services to the Wideband C-SSEs. The contractor shall have knowledge of MILSATCOM C2 systems, SHF SATCOM, familiarity with the NSS6G MOUs and various Communications Agreements/ Arrangements between the US and its International Partners and Allies. The contractor shall perform the following IAW established processes and in support of Wideband C-SSE and SSEs operations and technical assistance missions:

3.6.1.1 Provide transmissions management and network management of Wideband SATCOM Operational Management System (WSOMS) and other MILSATCOM C2 programs.

3.6.1.2 Serves as technical consultant for transmissions management and control in the Super High Frequency (SHF) (i.e., Defense Satellite Communications System (DSCS), Wideband Global SATCOM (WGS) and Global Broadcast Service (GBS)) functional area.

3.6.1.3 Develop/coordinate policy and plans for Wideband programs.

3.6.1.4 Develop definitive technical solutions that consider systems architecture, interoperability, interfaces, protocols, networking, expansion potential and overall end-to-end compatibility.

3.6.1.5 Participates as consultant, advisor, or member in various Department of Defense (DoD), Joint, and MILDEP planning and working groups.

3.6.1.6 Analyze, evaluate, and recommend solutions to future communications and automation operational challenges.

3.6.1.7 Use knowledge of satellite communications systems and their relationships to other telecommunications networks.

3.6.1.8 Provides technical and operational planning, system configuration and operational mission support.

3.6.2 Sub Task 2: Wideband System Integration Branch Support.

The contractor shall provide qualified personnel to perform terminal and modem operations and planning support and services for the Wideband SSEs. The contractor shall use WSOMS knowledge to perform the following IAW established processes and in support of Wideband C-SSE and SSEs operations and technical assistance missions:

3.6.2.1 Responsible for the development, preparation and coordination of wideband satellite communications and related information systems plans defining concepts, programmatics, and system initiatives.

3.6.2.2 Develops and provides input to the USSF Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE).

3.6.2.3 Responsible for Management of C2 MILSATCOM network management programs.

3.6.2.4 Develops technical and management comments reflecting the command position with respect to USSF and joint actions, interface with other command and higher authority. Review and comment of government documents resulting from these evaluations include such factors as feasibility, technical adequacy, interoperability, and integration into current systems and future planning.

3.6.2.5 Provides lessons learned to Materiel Developer and Combat Developer, and helps ensure MILSATCOM and related information systems employment adheres to USSF and USSPACECOM doctrine.

3.6.2.6 Assists in managing Wideband SATCOM ground segment for transition to current/future satellites through concept, development, testing, procurement, production, and fielding.

3.6.2.7 Ensures that developmental tactical automation systems are interoperable with and integrated into tactical communications equipment and are designed to meet user requirements, overall military specifications, and budgetary constraints.

3.6.2.8 Works at senior level to define, integrate, and implement strategic direction for Wideband programs having long-term effects.

3.6.2.9 Develops/presents briefings to convey strategic vision or organizational policies.

3.6.2.10 Recommends decisions and policies in planning for new Wideband SATCOM program requirements.

3.7 Task Requirement 6a: International Agreements Support to the NATO Military SATCOM Services 6th Generation – NSS6G MOU (NATO Funded) The contractor shall provide WGS SME support for activities required in the effective implementation, management, and direction of the US’ Multilateral Management Group (MMG) Representative activities required to implement Wideband and Protected band operations in accordance with agreements established by the NSS6G MOU. The contractor shall support all operational and technical related aspects of the NSS6G MOU. The contractor shall accomplish the following:

3.7.1 Sub Task 1: Maintain a direct liaison with the U.S. Military Departments, Joint Staff, Defense Information Systems Agency, , the Office of the Secretary of Defense, and the users of SATCOM systems as directed to provide necessary support to the MMG’s responsibilities.

3.7.2 Sub Task 2: Support the development of policy and procedures for the implementation of all operational aspects of the NSS6G MOU and amendments.

3.7.3 Sub Task 3: Develop, prepare, deliver, and present reports and briefing materials as directed for recurring and ad hoc meetings in support of the MOU. Attend and provide reports/meeting minutes on wideband and protected meetings including, but not limited to, the WWG, Final Capability Acceptance (FCA), Service Review Meetings (SRM), TIM, Program Review Meetings (PRM), MMG Meeting, Joint Services Steering Committee (JSSC) meetings, recurrent annual training, and any ad hoc meetings as necessary consistent with task order requirements.

3.7.4 Sub Task 4: Develop processes and procedures for providing situational awareness to NATO/NCIA and the US Joint Services Delivery Office / Joint Services Management Office (JSDO/JSMO) representatives regarding NATO/NCIA’s BRA and system usage.

3.7.5 Sub Task 5: Develop and manage BRA monitoring tools and reports. Track and report SAR and SAA metrics.

3.7.6 Sub Task 6: Provide document reviews, technical papers, point papers, EXSUMs, written summations, GO one-pager briefs, weekly activity reports, and significant activity reports.

3.7.7 Sub Task 7: Assist the Government with preparation of the required billing statements, funding actions, and preparation of annual International Partner budget forecasts, which requires access to the different accounting systems.

3.7.8 Sub Task 8: Assist in the development, implementation, and sustainment of a common network for secure information exchange.

3.7.9 Sub Task 9: Maintain the WGS International OSG and associated SOPS for SHF and EHF operations

3.7.10 Sub Task 10: Assist with coordination of training activities, TDY requirements, facility upgrades, security activities, situational awareness tools, certification activities, and testing activities in support of the MOU.

3.8 Task Requirement 6b: Support Services to Wideband C-SSE System Analysis and System Integration Branches – NSS6G MOU (NATO Funded)

3.8.1 Sub Task 1: Wideband System Analysis Branch Support.

The contractor shall provide qualified personnel to perform technical services to the Wideband C-SSEs.