SOW for Weapons Simulator_Sorces Sought.docx

STATEMENT OF WORK TO PROVIDE A VIRTUAL FIREARM TRAINING SYSTEM FOR 8 INDIVIDUAL INSTALLATIONS WITHIN THE CNREURAFCENT AREA OF OPERATIONS (AOO)

1. Objective: Commander Navy Region Europe Africa Central, Naples requires a Weapons Simulator Training System and the associated hardware, software licenses and technical support to be provided to eight installations (Naples, Sigonella, Souda Bay, Rota, Bahrain, Poland, Romania, Isa Airbase) which will increase Security and Joint Service capabilities. It will save money spent on actual ammunition, enhance the performance of the Service Members, and improve mission readiness.

2. Background: Navy Region EURAFCENT provides significant support to the 5th and 6th Fleets that operate in the AOR by performing critical Anti- Terrorism/Force Protection (AT/FP), Physical Security and Law Enforcement duties on-board the eight installations. The Navy Security Forces in these units require weapons qualifications and semi-annual sustainment qualification training IAW OPNAVINST 3591.1G (Small Arms Training and Qualifications) to perform the mission. OPNAVINST 3591-1G, dated 01 June 2021, encourages the use of simulator systems for virtual firearm training to be used to develop and certify team firearm proficiency and individual firearm qualifications prior to live fire drills. Navy CNRE consists of approximately 1,400 Naval Security Forces (NSF) Sailors attached to the EURAFCENT Installations and these Sailors log approximately 28,000 combined hours annually on firearms qualifications to meet the minimum requirements. With that amount of throughput for qualifications, and limited ammunition to accomplish them, there is a need for a system that not only provides the mechanism to conduct sustainment training, but also improve qualification rates though data and learning. A virtual firearm training system directly increases mission readiness while keeping costs in man hours on the range and ammunition down.

EURAFCENT region is seeking to consolidate into one region-wide system to ensure consistency in qualification and processes, and provide the ability to quickly roll out new region-wide standardization (e.g. CAT III) or enhancement in training capabilities without the risk of resources, or capability constraints that may be present for each installation.

3. Description of Requirement

3.2. The contractor shall provide a five year warranty (one initial and 4 extended option years) after the acceptance of this award for all necessary software, hardware and components installed. Warranty to begin after installation or 90 days after shipment.

3.3. The contractor shall submit specification and terms of the warranty of the equipment purchased and installed.

3.4. Product must have wireless capabilities, it will not need connection to any OneNet NIPR/SIPR systems. If at a future state connectivity to the system is requested, the contractor will attain full Authority To Operate (ATO) accreditation, and comply with requisite Cybersecurity protocols, as described within 6.0 below (SOFTWARE and CYBER). Any potential updates to the system shall be handled by the technical representative assigned to that particular machine/installation.

3.5. Contractor shall also have Department of the Navy (DoN) approved courses of fire included in their preloaded software. Training for CAT I and II, but also CAT III and IV combat qualification courses, and decision based engagement drills specifically designed for the CNIC Master at Arms. Training for M500 Shotgun course of fire for active Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) engagement

3.6. Must include family of systems, at Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 9 and Maunfacturing Readiness Level MRL 10, currently in use at DoD, interagency and international training facilities, which must be able to provide small arms training, capable of training volumes ranging from individual Sailors up to 25 trainees at a time and 120 trainees in a training day.

3.6.1. The contractor shall be fully prepared to deploy, install, and maintain systems as required by the U.S. Navy’s concept of employment at Navy forward deployed training sites including at U.S. Bases, installations and sites occupied by U.S. Naval Security Forces.

3.6.2. The contractor shall have direct experience with the design, development, sale, and implementation of a training system solution through Training as a Service (TaaS)-based or leasing contract approach. The applicable elements are described below.

3.6.3. The contractor shall employ Human Performance Methods for marksmanship and combat training.

4. The Points of Contact are:

Region Security Officer (RSO): CDR Emmerich Von Langham, DSN 314-626-2928 emmerich.langham@eu.navy.mil Security Senior Enlisted Leader (SEL): MACM Steven Massare, DSN 314-626-5095 steven.massare@eu.navy.mil

5. Scope of work:

Contractor shall provide software licenses which include the proprietary software, hardware and necessary components (e.g synthetic weapons) to deliver the capabilities of a turnkey solution for a virtual firearm training system. Company shall provide all materials, supplies, training, installation and warranty to outfit and operate in eight locations.

5.1. The Family of Systems – The configuration shall consist of a series of synthetic range options, by size:

5.1.1. All active and shootable from forward, aft, right, left, above, and below positions.

· Each single panel - One to five shooters at a time, 15 to 25 Sailors in group: supports small arms M18/M4/M500 shotgun shells/M240 synthetic weapons, capable of fully integrated biometrics, a customizable drill library consisting of over 1,500 unique drills based on human performance methodologies.

· 2 panels - One to ten shooters at a time, 30 to 40 Sailors in group: supports small arms M18/M4/M500 shotgun shells/M240 synthetic weapons, capable of fully integrated biometrics, a customizable drill library consisting of over 1,500 unique drills based on human performance methodologies.

· The panoramic panels - Must be fully immersive 220-degree battle space capable of training Close Quarter Battle CQB), Smooth Pursuit, and Cognitive Overload one to six shooters at a time, 20 to 40 Sailors in a group: supports small arms M18/M4/M500 shotgun shells/M240 synthetic weapons, capable of fully integrated biometrics, a customizable drill library consisting of over 2000 unique drills based on human performance methodologies.

5.1.2. General systems characteristics are to deliver Virtual Simulation - Virtual Simulation focuses on “simulating” an environment or task, such as synthetic marksmanship

5.1.2.1. Must be able to replicate professional sports human performance optimization techniques, providing the following unique and critical differentiators:

5.1.2.1.1. Must have a type of grid pattern sports vision, cognitive, Central Nervous System (CNS) and human performance drills shot with synthetic or live-fire converted weapons.

5.1.2.1.2. Must have instructor-triggered real-time branching video drill creation. The instructor can select targets by walking through and selecting branching video threats, hostage threats, non-threats, future threats and furniture in real time.

5.1.2.1.3. Smooth pursuit sports vision drills where secondary stimulus flashes in the center of the screen to measure smooth pursuit and situational awareness.

5.1.2.1.4.The contractor shall have backgrounds that are separated at horizontal locations that span the entire length of the screens. The bottom zone is for firing in the prone position. The middle of the screen is for firing from the kneeling, and the top zone is for firing in the standing position.

5.1.2.1.5. The contractor shall have human performance, cognitive and CNS drills to ramp from slow to beyond the shooters capabilities then return to capable speeds.

5.1.2.1.6. Synthetic weapons must be able to be zeroed at actual 25 meters, not at a simulated 25 meters. The weapons shall be 1:1 weight and output minimum of 200 PSI of (pure) air.

5.1.2.1.7. The System must be able to be used to zero weapons for the live-fire range.

5.1.2.1.8. Data is stored in a central database where any drill and any user or group of users can access their trend performance data, the type of targets they shot, how many decisions were made, what kind of decisions were made, decision latency, the firing positions they shot from, distance from center of the shot and hits, misses, kills, penalties and many other customizable data points.

5.1.2.1.9. Systems must have ready for range algorithms. When a qualification is entered into the system, an algorithm will forecast when a shooter is ready to qualify on the live-fire range.

5.1.2.1.10. The System must be able to combine different drills with different scoring types to create one overall ranking. This ranking can be seen in the center of the training platform on the leaderboard.

5.1.2.1.11. Must be able to provide cognitive drills and data collection to allow for improved decision fidelity, while decreasing decision latency, thus increasing the decisive advantage, delivering human performance lethality reporting.

5.1.2.1.12. All systems must integrate M18/M4/M500 shotgun shells/M240 synthetic weapons.

5.2. Technical Support shall include:

5.2.1. The contractor shall provide the necessary level of technical representatives to maintain system operability and uptime of no less than 85%. For periods when scheduled training is planned must maintain operational availability/uptime of 95%. For a single location where more than 3 licenses are being utilized a dedicated technical representative is to be on site or available to travel in AOR during local operational hours.

5.2.2. Provide remote 24-hour software support, to include software updates/upgrades and system troubleshooting.

5.3. Synthetic MarksmanshipTraining System installation.

Contractor shall perform all installation required to bring the systems to a “ready to use” state, to include installation, Test System Operation Verification (SOVT) and train.

5.3.1. Virtual IT- Based System

5.3.2. Rugged transport containers with 1080 projection.

5.3.3. System must include a projection system, instructor station with laptop and audio subsystems.

5.3.4. Price shall include installation, in-person training of up to 6 personnel per year and a 1 year warranty to begin upon installation or 90 days after initial delivery plus an extended warranty per option year to take effect after completion of the 1 year warranty and each Option Year warranty.

5.3.5. Training and installation shall be at each OCONUS location and addressed via Installation and Train the Trainer.

5.4. Synthetic Marksmanship Software shall provide the following capabilities:

5.4.1. Must come with Software Package that supports all of the stated objectives.

5.4.2. Individual Marksmanship and Judgmental/Cognitive Decision Applications.

5.4.3. U.S. Navy Courses of Fire IAW 3591.1G (Small Arms Training and Qualification).

5.4.4. US Navy CAT I, II, III and IV Qualification course of fire IAW OPNAV 3591.1 series.

5.4.5. Software restricted to DoD and US Government agencies only.

5.4.6. After-Action Review (AAR) allows engagement and shot assessment in a virtual environment, while providing detailed trainee diagnostics for skill reinforcement or remediation.

5.5. Synthetic M18

5.5.1. Shall come with one initial magazine

5.5.2. Additional Weapon Magazines (x1)

5.6. Carbine Rifle (M4 rifle with collapsible stock) with standard handguard synthetic weapon

5.6.1. Shall come with one initial magazine

5.6.2. Additional Weapon Magazines (x1)

5.7 Mossberg M500 12 Gauge Shotgun Synthetic 12GA Shells

5.7.1. Shells must be loadable and eject with M500 operation

5.8 Synthetic M240 with all DoD mounted and dismounted components.

5.8 Additional general specifications, as follows:

5.8.1. Must utilize Windows 10 operating system or higher.

5.8.2. Systems must be customizable.

5.8.3. System must have an associated Instructor Control Station (ICS). (Tablet or Console)

5.8.4. Should allow15-25 shooters per instructor, and support 2 crew-serverd weapon systems to operate in tandem per instructor station when/if multiple crew-served weapons are employed.

5.8.5. Systems must be customizable and ICS controls can be expanded.

5.8.13. Systems must be Virtual Reality compatible.

5.8.14. Systems must be able to adapt or use Augment Reality.

5.8.15. Systems must be able to have the capability to have multiple users interact with each system, users can interface with each other, and drills can be accessed and run by trainer/trainee along the Principle Path with no external support required.

5.8.16. System must have fast start-up time - less than 15 minutes.

5.8.17. Trainees shall be able to receive a unique modifiable profile and individual ID which remains with that Sailor for life.

5.8.18. Trainees receive immediate drill feedback.

5.8.23 All rifles and handguns must be untethered.

5.8.24. Ballistics:

5.9.3 All machines and associated equipment must be able to operate on 110 or 220 power sources.

5.9.4. Must be able to mee specific system set up, dimensions and weapons capabilities as per below table.

5.10. Electric Air Compressor/Compressed Air Charging Station

5.10.1. 220V/50Hz5.10.2. Max pressure 5000 psi/ working pressure 4500 psi/ Regulated pressure 3500 psi

5.10.2. Capacity: 3.9 SCFM charging rate referenced to standard inlet conditions

5.10.3. Electrical Classification: NEMA 1, Horsepower: 3

6. SOFTWARE and CYBER

6.1. Software modifications: Provide software modifications/content customization to meet evolving Navy requirements. Modifications could include additional targets, land and sea-based models, terrain, weather and low-light conditions, and changes to marksmanship targets.

6.2. System software: The Company must be licensed and qualified to support the following software applications: system specific applications; Microsoft Windows 10 Pro, Network Client, and SQL Server 2016; Adobe Acrobat Reader DC; Allied Vision Technologies GmbH Vimba; Oracle Java Runtime Environment; TeamViewer GmbH; and WildFly.

6.3. System monitoring: Provide monitoring and maintenance for training tystems to ensure Information Assurance (IA)compliance, and resources allocation. Provide technical review and applicability of DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and run information assurance (IA) validation on servers, workstations, and network equipment utilizing Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP tool) and/or Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS)/NESSUS. Operate Assured Compliance Assessment Solution scanner. Produce NESSUS reports for accreditation. Configure all hardware in the accreditation boundary, including servers, switches, VPN, and router.

6.4.Security Compliant Solutions: Provide DoD security compliant/approved design solutions and modifications to improve operation of and/or security of training systems.

6.5. ATO accreditation must be maintained without interruption. Review documentation on the ATO accreditation process and ensure compliance with DoD Instruction 8510.01. All updates and requirements shall be incorporated into their respective design documentation and equipment configuration changes. Changes and updates to documents shall be submitted to the Change Control Board (CCB) for review and final approval not later than 5 business days after the initial review. This task is performed monthly.

6.6 System components, operating systems, applications, and firmware and determine whether upgrades and/or updates are necessary as dictated via Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Information Assurance Vulnerability Assessments (IAVA) or manufacturer’s security notifications. Perform necessary equipment/configuration changes as required. Ensure system configurations comply with DISA mandates. Tasks may include managing and maintaining firewalls, Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) devices, and VPN routers. This task is performed monthly.

6.7. The contractor must be able to review and report of Server Incidents: Provide ongoing review of devices systems logs. Report Server incidents to Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM). In the event of a security incident, create formal Cyber Event report for assisting with forensic investigation on potential intrusions and malicious activity. This task is performed daily.

6.8. The contractor shall serve as the Cyber Security Agent: Ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems and data through planning, analysis, development, implementation, maintenance and enhancement of information systems, policies, procedures, and tools.

6.9. The contractor shall ensure training system is running according to prescribed directives and procedures utilizing network security applications such as Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS)/Nessus, and Corporate Antivirus Software Assessments (CASA) including IAVA and antivirus scans; evaluate patches for validity and compatibility for subject system; and install appropriate patches and updates.

6.10. The contractor shall review and recommend adoption of new IT security methods that will enhance system capabilities. All recommendations shall be provided to the Contract Technical Advisor (TA) in writing/via email for submission and review by Customer Program Manager, Information Systems Security Manager, Customer CIO and submitted to CCB for approval. Troubleshoot security threats and vulnerabilities in response to incident reports; identify and isolate problems sources; and recommend solutions to the TA via email or correct problems.

6.11. The contractor shall ensure that all systems have appropriate IA controls applied as prescribed in a STIG and that all systems are patched and updated in accordance with all applicable guidelines. Perform monthly ACAS scans and upload compliance data into Vulnerability Remediation Asset Manager (VRAM). Provide the TA with a detailed remediation plan of action and milestone (POA&M).

6.12. The contractor shall perform necessary actions to mitigate vulnerabilities identified during monthly ACAS scans. Report completion of all patching and relevant issues via email to the Customer Simulator Program Manager and Information Assurance Manager (IAM). Regularly ensure continuous technical availability to customers. Work with deployed organizations to resolve issues related to delivery of services. These tasks are performed daily.

6.13. The contractor shall provide System Administrator support in maintaining, configuring, and troubleshooting various Microsoft, Red Hat Linux (RHEL 5/6), and Operating System products included in approved ATO accreditation boundaries for each system, including Microsoft Server, Microsoft SQL Server, Software Update Services, Windows 10, Microsoft Office Suite, Cradlepoint, and VPN.

6.14. The contractor shall administer and troubleshoot user accounts, privileges, and access to systems and equipment. Administer system resources, install, and integrate systems fixes and workarounds, updates, and enhancements, including performance, capacity, availability, serviceability, and recoverability. Troubleshoot system outages and problems as events occur.

6.15. The contractor shall provide personnel possessing and with expertise in:

· U.S. citizenship and valid U.S. passport (Customer’s option to waive)

· Navy Small Arms Marksmanship Instructor (SAMI) qualified or DoD/US Govt. Equivalent

· For cyber-security personnel

· At least 2 years’ experience with Nessus cyber/network scanning software

· At least 2 years’ experience with Host-based Security Software

· At least 5 years’ experience with IT system administration

· Knowledge of network operations and systems

· Security Design and Microsoft Systems Design

· Experience in applying DISA STIG to listed equipment and technologies

· Able to troubleshoot problems of system types of listed technologies supported

· ADD SQL and other certifications

· In-depth knowledge of various hardware platforms, including servers, blade center solutions, storage area networks, SMTP and HTTP proxies

6.16. Hold CYBER SECURITY Certification as required per DFAR 252.239-7001. Certifications aligned with tasks / FTE as defined by Navy Information Dominance Force, CSWF roles and Associated Tasks.

6.17. Equipment List: This list is not all-inclusive and can change. It provides an idea of what will be supported. Changes will be provided in writing by the Contrcating Officer Reppresentative (COR) prior to occurrence.

· Assured Compliance Assessment Solution/Nessus Software

· MS Windows 2012 Server

· Red Hat Linux (RHEL 5/6)

· SQL 2012 or newer

6.18. WARRANTY - Base year warranty is included for first 12 months and with options years 1-4 to begin upon completion of initial 12 month warranty.

6.18.1. The contractor shall repair or replace the faulty part (not caused by customer negligence) without charge during warranty periods.

6.18.2. Warranty plans may be added to accommodate future weapons implementation by Department of Defense and Department of the Navy that is not part of the initial plan.

6.18.3. Original warranty provided covers:

6.18.3.1. Material and workmanship warranty on systems.

6.18.3.2. All warranty periods commence upon installation or 90 days after shipment, whichever occurs first.

6.18.3.3. Maintenance procedures for failed part:

6.18.3.3.1. Company will be responsible for the conduct of all warranty maintenance.

6.18.3.3.2. Company will pay for shipping costs for parts return.

6.18.3.3.3. If weapon/compressor charging station can’t be fixed on site, a replacement weapon or charging station will be sent.

6.19. Freight

6.19.1. Company will execute shipping to designated OCONUS location.

6.19.2. Company is responsible for customs clearance and transportation to customer’s U.S. controlled facility.

6.19.3. FOB CONUS Destination and MilMail preferred, if capable, for applicable sites, and will support planning if the Customer prefers this freight option to ensure fastest delivery.

7. Government Furnished Property/Equipment:

7.1 Open space assigned to N34 Security Department

8. Delivery

8.1. Delivery Place:

8.1.1 Naval Support Activity, Naples Italy

8.1.2. Naval Air Station, Sigonella Italy

8.1.3. Naval Station Rota, Spain

8.1.4. Naval Support Activity, Souda Bay

8.1.5. Naval Support Activity, Bahrain

8.1.6. Naval Support Facility, Redzikowo Poland

8.1.7. Naval Support Facility, Deveselu Romania

8.1.8.Isa Airbase

8.2 Delivery date

8.3 Installation and Training

8.3.1 Phased installation and training is to be completed within 180 days from contract execution and no later than Septebmer 30, 2023 whichever comes first.

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