W31P4Q-23-RFI-UNIV Draft PWS.pdf

U.S. ARMY FUTURES COMMAND

COMBAT CAPABILITIES DEVELOPMENT COMMAND

AVIATION AND MISSILE CENTER

(DEVCOM AvMC)

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

FOR

ALABAMA UNIVERSITY

RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT CONTRACT

DATE 07 SEPTEMBER 2023

1.0 GENERAL

The U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Aviation and Missile Center (DEVCOM AvMC) mission is to deliver collaborative and innovative aviation and missile capabilities for responsive and cost-effective research, development, and life-cycle engineering solutions. To meet this mission, the DEVCOM AvMC has a need to collaborate with its Alabama Education and Non-profit Institutions specializing in engineering services to obtain engineering and research and development (R&D) support in the areas of weapon systems, sub-systems, components, (hereafter referred to as weapon systems) as well as the manufacturing technologies to produce those systems to keep current with the changing and evolving advancements becoming evident in these arenas. These Alabama Education and Non-profit Institutions, (hereafter referred to as the University), will be required to conduct a variety of work tasks and provide personnel with varying levels of experience, expertise, and capabilities to assist the Government in executing these requirements.

1.1 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

Top-level reference documents associated with this requirement are identified by number, version, title, date, and category in the Document Summary List (DSL). The document versions specified on the DSL take precedence over the generic references (without revision letters) cited in the Performance Work Statement (PWS). All tasks associated with this effort require associated deliverables, as outlined in the corresponding Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL), DD Forms 1423, enclosure TBD. Section 6.0 of this PWS provides further CDRL instructions.

1.2 TASK MANAGEMENT

The Government will provide quality assurance for the duration of this effort to include monitoring contractor performance and performing final inspection and acceptance of all services and deliverables.

1.3 PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

Work performed shall take place at Government and/or University facilities. Remote work (i.e., telework) may also be required.

2.0 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

The University shall perform efforts as described in the following paragraphs of this PWS as required to support individual efforts.

2.1 WEAPON SYSTEMS TRAINING DEVICES AND SIMULATORS DESIGN,

ANALYSIS, TESTING AND PROTOTYPING

The University shall support weapon systems training device and simulation system design, analysis, testing, prototyping, diagnostics, and prognostics initiatives. This effort shall include real-time data monitoring and collection, trending analysis, test, hardware and software design and prototyping, studies and research of applicable technologies/products, research and development of embedded health monitoring systems, shock, vibration, and acceleration testing for the evaluation of design characteristics and changes, and test plan preparation. The results of these efforts shall be prepared and delivered in accordance with (IAW) DI-NDTI-80566/CDRL Number A008 and DI- MISC-80508/ CDRL Number A001.

2.2 WEAPON SYSTEMS SIMULATION

The University shall assist in developing and maintaining simulations, databases, and prototypes for weapon systems. This effort shall include assisting in the development of analytical methodologies including instrumentation, metrics assessments, and failure mode analysis. The University shall assist in the development of simulations that are representative of real-time processes. The University shall assist in the validation of models by executing simulations and compiling data generated during simulation runs. The University shall support development and validation of models to include but not limited to systems of systems, digital, hardware-in-the-loop and live/virtual/constructive (LVC) simulations. Simulation data developed by the University shall be prepared and delivered IAW DI-IPSC-81488/CDRL Number A002. Simulation code developed by the University shall be documented and presented as a turnkey simulation system with source code.

The simulation code shall be delivered IAW DI-IPSC-81488/CDRL Number A002. The source code shall be delivered IAW DI-IPSC-81441/CDRL Number A013. The results of these efforts shall be prepared and delivered IAW DI-MISC-80508/CDRL Number A001.

2.2.1 COMPUTER-AIDED DESIGN/COMPUTER-AIDED MANUFACTURING

(CAD/CAM)

The University shall develop, modify, and utilize CAD/CAM software for the development of three dimensional (3-D) models for the hardware and software design and integration characterization and study of targets, weapon systems manufacturing technologies and facilities, weapon systems, operational and maintenance environments, and conceptual theatres of operations. Results of these efforts shall be delivered IAW DI-MISC-81176/CDRL Number A005, DI-IPSC-81440/CDRL Number A003, DI-IPSC-81488/CDRL Number A004, and DI-MISC-80508/CDRL Number A001.

2.2.2 FLIGHT SIMULATION

The University shall provide range of flight simulation conditions; perform experiments and analyses for the evaluation/assessment of weather encounter phenomenology hypervelocity impact phenomenology, including kinetic energy lethality and lethality criteria development, kill assessment, survivability and target hardening; assessment of kill enhancement devices including kinetic and chemical means; tactical armor penetrator development and evaluation including active armor mechanisms; the characterization of target observables including target radar and optical/infrared signatures; the determination of threat missile characteristics; determine the flow environment effects on sensor performance; and the development and evaluation of propulsion plume technology. The results of these efforts shall be prepared and delivered IAW DI-MISC- 80508/CDRL Number A001.

2.2.3 AIRCRAFT SIMULATION

The University shall provide physics-based flight simulations of Army aircraft; both manned and unmanned. The aircraft simulations shall be used to predict and evaluate aircraft performance in mission relatable configurations, profiles, and weather conditions; and will be suitable to perform flying qualities evaluations as well as support crew-training activities. Realistic visual, motion cues, inceptor force feel, as well as other proprioceptive cues shall be available to the operator. At a minimum, the ability to simulate aircraft system failures, as well as modifications and/or damage, shall be provided. The results of these efforts shall be prepared and delivered IAW DI-MISC- 80508/CDRL Number A001.

2.3 AIRWORTHINESS

The University shall provide technical support to the Aviation Airworthiness process to include the development of appropriate qualification/certification methods for novel and emerging technologies for which current airworthiness methods are not applicable; enhanced definitization of how to ensure sustainment programs do not adversely impact the continuing airworthiness of the aircraft system; and development of risk assessment methods for non-deterministic behaviors where conventional probability and severity based methods are not applicable. The University shall conduct technical and airworthiness qualification assessments and studies to demonstrate airworthiness and system performance through the application of statistical and cost analyses and reliability centered maintenance. This support shall be applied to future aircraft systems, force modernization aircraft systems, multi-system programs, and other aviation technology transition programs. The University shall support the development, implementation and maintenance of airworthiness procedures and tools, military standards, specification and handbooks, and overarching Airworthiness qualification documentation. The results of these efforts shall be prepared and delivered IAW DI-MISC-80508/CDRL Number A001.

2.4 INDUSTRIAL OPERATIONS

The University shall conduct studies and research emerging technologies that are related to the manufacturability of weapon systems and mission support equipment, to include analysis and assessment of manufacturing process development and industrial operations, assessments of component and process availability, spare and repair parts projected availability, value engineering, life cycle cost reduction and industrial base vitality within specific manufacturing sectors. The University shall perform research, develop, and maintain databases, and develop decision support systems. The results of these efforts shall be prepared and delivered IAW DI-MISC-80508/CDRL Number A001.

2.4.1 SUSTAINMENT ENGINEERING

The University shall provide review of technical data packages (TDPs) to assign an Acquisition Method Reason Code (AMRC) as is appropriate based on validation that the technical data needed to support competition at an appropriate level exists within the TDP, and to verify availability of any/all sources that may be indicated within the Spares Technical Data Packages (STDPs) or within the TDP and provisioning data. The University shall maintain computer logs for assigned actions.

The results of these efforts shall be prepared and delivered IAW DI-MISC-80508/CDRL Number A001.

2.4.2 TECHNICAL DOCUMENTATION SUPPORT

The University shall research proposed changes, additions, and deletions to technical military and industry specifications and standards, determine impacts to current weapon systems technical data packages and make technical recommendations. The University shall evaluate drawings, parts lists, and specifications included in weapon systems technical data packages for completeness and manufacturing producibility. The University shall evaluate proposed redesign efforts for technical accuracy and benefit to the Government. The results of these efforts shall be prepared and delivered IAW DI-MISC-80508/CDRL Number A001.

2.4.3 SUPPLY CHAIN RESEARCH

The University shall research and develop innovative technologies and new methodologies in supply chain operations and management through analysis and assessment of supply chain operations. The research shall include the consideration and utilization of existing best-practices, regional or global resources, and integrated public and private sector resources. The University shall develop models of modern methodologies and strategies to evaluate evolving techniques and methodologies. The results of these efforts shall be prepared and delivered IAW DI-MISC- 80508/CDRL Number A001.

2.4.4 VISUALIZATION SYSTEMS

The University shall research and develop visualization systems and products in support of weapon systems, training, manufacturing, and technical data utilizing 3D models, CAD/CAM equipment, video and photography equipment, software tools, intelligence methodologies, and techniques. The University shall coordinate, plan, and conduct the following: analysis, simulations, engineering component interactions, animations, insertion of visual data into training products and technical data products, Interactive Multimedia Instructions, 3D modeling, 3D CAD modeling, video products, visual display technologies, augmented reality, and virtual models. Results of these efforts shall be delivered IAW DI-IPSC-81440/CDRL Number A003, DI-IPSC-81488/CDRL Number A002, DI- MISC-81176/CDRL Number A005, and DI-MISC-80508/CDRL Number A001.

2.4.5. HEALTH MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS

The University shall develop algorithms and condition indicators (CIs) to predict the health and remaining lives of rotorcraft system components, including rotor systems, drive systems and airframe structures. The algorithms and CIs shall be validated using aircraft and seeded fault test data provided by the Government. The results shall be reported IAW DI-MISC-80508/A001 and source code shall be delivered IAW DI-NDTI-80566/CDRL Number A008 and DI-IPSC- 81488/CDRL Number A002.

2.5 ADVANCED MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGIES

The University shall support initiatives geared towards fully maturing the technology and manufacturing readiness levels for advanced manufacturing. The University shall also provide support that defines new policies, qualification criteria and standards for advanced manufacturing. Trade studies and analysis shall be provided that inform decisions on engineering change proposals of existing end items that should be remanufactured using advanced manufacturing methods. Results of these efforts shall be prepared and delivered IAW DI-MISC-80508/CDRL Number A001 and DI-MISC-81176/CDRL Number A005.

2.6 QUALITY ENGINEERING

The University shall provide Quality Engineering assessment, planning, requirements, direction, and control of product(s)/system(s); shall validate processes, inspection, test, and acceptance requirements throughout life-cycle test activities; and shall assess and control impact of process, configuration, materiel changes, and quality deficiencies. The University shall develop and provide educational and reference material, and instruction for quality mission and functions; and shall develop quality tools and software to analyze data, trends, and provide alerts and corrective action.

Results of these efforts shall be delivered IAW DI-NDTI-80566/CDRL Number A008, DI-NDTI- 80809/CDRL Number A009, DI-IPSC-81488/CDRL Number A002 and DI-MISC-80508/CDRL Number A001.

2.7 SYSTEMS ENGINEERING

The University shall perform systems engineering analyses of technical performance, production processes, technological status, and cost and schedule performance. The University shall develop, validate, and document analytical models for systems engineering analyses in the areas of statistics, reliability and hardware performance for various weapon systems, subsystems, and components.

The University shall develop strategic plans, policies, training initiatives and white papers as required to enable DEVCOM AvMC to operate IAW higher echelon Digital Engineering (DE) strategic plans, which includes Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE). The results of these efforts shall be prepared and delivered IAW DI-MISC-80508/CDRL Number A001.

2.8 COMPUTER ENGINEERING AND RESEARCH

The University shall perform conceptual investigation, metrics gathering, performance analysis, design and development, demonstration, fabrication, installation, and operational support for computer technology as it is applied to and embedded within weapon systems. The University shall research and develop distributed computing systems for research applications, information system support, and manufacturing technologies. The University shall research multiprocessor systems, state-of-the-art input/output devices, advanced Field Programmable Gate Array Application (FPGA) and Application Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC) usage. The University shall investigate protection techniques and methods (hardware, firmware, software) for secure standalone or networked, single and multi-level systems to include encryption and anti-tampering methods. The results of these efforts shall be prepared and delivered IAW DI-MISC-80508/CDRL Number A001 and DI-MISC-81176/CDRL Number A005.

2.9 SOFTWARE ENGINEERING

The University shall provide software engineering support to include code improvement and development for data analysis tool sets, application development, databases, tactical weapon systems, manufacturing systems, test sets, simulators/emulators, embedded systems, and non-deterministic complex software systems. The University shall provide software engineering expertise to include software development, source code validation, hardware, and computer peripheral integration to meet functional mission requirements supporting customer deliverables, and software maintenance and support. The University shall also document any proposed changes, additions, and deletions of any functions and results of these efforts shall be prepared and delivered IAW DI-AVCS-80700/A004, DI-IPSC-81427/CDRL Number A010, DI-IPSC-81441/CDRL

Number A013, and DI-MISC-80508/CDRL Number A001.

2.10 EXPERT SYSTEMS

The University shall research and develop expert systems in support of weapon systems and manufacturing, utilizing non-deterministic complex software systems (e.g., machine learning/ artificial intelligence) methodologies and techniques for the modeling and representation of knowledge, deduction, and problem solving. The University shall coordinate, plan, and conduct systems tests, simulations, and analyses for the implementation of these expert systems. Results of these efforts shall be delivered IAW DI-NDTI-80566/CDRL Number A008, DI-IPSC-81488/CDRL Number A002 and DI-MISC-80508/CDRL Number A001.

2.11 MATHEMATICAL AND SYSTEM ANALYSIS

The University shall perform mathematical modeling, analysis, and optimization of data, and shall develop and apply new analysis techniques and methodologies for algorithms, processes, and models. The University shall conduct analyses of complex data sets, including statistical analysis, hypothesis testing, anomaly detection, signal processing, and spectral analyses. The University shall apply numerical techniques and methodologies to enhance efficiency of computationally intensive calculations including finite element modeling (FEM), computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and rotorcraft comprehensive analysis. The University shall use mathematical optimization techniques to assess failure rates, failure modes, quality issues, and reduce error, cost, and risk. The University shall derive results using data science, analytics, and machine learning. Results of these efforts shall be delivered IAW DI-IPSC-81488/CDRL Number A002 and DI-MISC-80508/CDRL Number A001.

2.11.1 COMPREHENSIVE ANALYSIS

The University shall develop, integrate, and apply comprehensive models for the analysis and prediction of rotorcraft aerodynamics, structural dynamics, and loads. The models shall be validated using test data provided by the Government. The results shall be reported IAW DI-MISC- 80508/CDRL Number A001 and source code shall be delivered IAW DI-IPSC-81488/CDRL Number A002.

2.12 PHYSICS RESEARCH

The University shall perform experimental and theoretical basic and applied research in areas related to missions in optics, electromagnetics, material science, chemistry, nonlinear dynamics, atomic and molecular physics, quantum mechanics, spectroscopy, nanotechnology, and plasmonics to solve weapon systems related issues or to advance related state-of-the-art technologies. The results of these efforts shall be prepared and delivered IAW DI-MISC-80508/CDRL Number A001.

2.12.1 MATERIALS SCIENCE RESEARCH

The University shall conduct material research to solve weapon systems related issues or to advance related state of the art technologies. Materials shall include but not be limited to Metals, Ceramics, Semiconductors, Polymers, Composites, Biomaterials, and other New Materials such as aerogels, carbon nanotubes, and graphene. This research shall include the material manufacturing technologies and processes, testing and inspection. Results of these efforts shall be prepared and delivered IAW DI-MISC-80508/CDRL Number A001, DI-NDTI-80566/CDRL Number A008, DI-NDTI-80809/CDRL Number A009, and DI-MISC-81176/CDRL Number A005.

2.13 ROBOTICS

The University shall provide robotics system development and robotics and automation simulation engineering support for weapon systems, subsystems, and components research, and as applied to manufacturing technologies, to include developing and simulating new techniques for materials handling; automated machining processes; automated fabrication and assembly; automated materials processing and non-destructive testing; vision and sensing methodologies; and automated error recognition, evaluation and recovery. The results of these efforts shall be prepared and delivered IAW DI-MISC-80508/CDRL Number A001.

2.14 OPTICS

The University shall perform optical analysis, research, development, and testing for optical simulation, fabrication, and manufacturing. The University shall research and develop optical weapon systems components and manufacturing technologies and techniques, and related non-destructive testing techniques, for linear optical component fabrication, weapon systems detector fabrication, thin- film optical protective coatings, and fiber optic system components. Results of these efforts shall be prepared and delivered IAW DI-MISC-80508/CDRL Number A001, DI- NDTI-80566/CDRL Number A008, and DI-MISC-81176/CDRL Number A005.

2.15 EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE AND TRAINING MATERIALS

The University shall develop and provide educational assistance, including training, training materials, training software, and support for training materials, software and hardware for the methodologies evolved from the research, development, and engineering efforts outlined in this document, and for other training initiatives. The University shall provide virtual and multi-media technology to support training, education, and outreach. Results of these efforts shall be prepared and delivered IAW DI-ILSS-80872/CDRL Number A011.

2.16 HUMAN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT

The University shall provide students for, and provide management of a human capital development program, developed in consonance with 5 CFR 213.3202 and 5 CFR 250.203. An individual student development plan shall be prepared and delivered IAW DI-MISC-80508/CDRL Number A001. A report of this program shall be prepared and delivered IAW DI-MISC-80508/CDRL Number A001.

2.17 SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (S&T)

The University shall provide research and engineering support the Aviation and Missile S&T Program. The University shall provide engineering technical analyses of S&T programs, plans, and projects. The University shall provide an assessment of the ongoing and proposed S&T Program for compliance with requirements and capability needs and make recommendations concerning the development of roadmaps to S&T programs with ongoing acquisition programs. The specifics of this requirements shall be defined within individual efforts applicable to this requirement. Results of these efforts shall be prepared and delivered IAW DI-MISC-80508/CDRL Number A001.

2.17.1 S&T IMPACTS AND STRATEGIES

The University shall conduct analysis of documented requirements and their impact on the development of Weapon Systems. This effort shall include evaluation of requirements for future Weapon Systems, documentation of the strategy for implementation of S&T efforts to achieve these Weapon Systems. Results of these efforts shall be prepared and delivered IAW DI-MISC- 80508/CDRL Number A001. The University shall develop S&T and capability roadmaps to reflect the time synchronized linkage of S&T to recipient acquisition programs of record and the development of products by higher headquarters to provide insight into the successes and transitions of the technology base. Results of these efforts shall be prepared and delivered IAW DI-MISC- 80508/CDRL Number A001.

2.18 SYSTEM STUDIES

The University shall conduct system analysis/evaluation studies in determining existing conditions of selected systems, projects, or a combination thereof. These activities shall involve the analysis of operations, information requirements, performance and data gathering, storage, encryption, and interchange techniques. The University shall establish guidelines for requirements of new systems concepts including performance, integration, operations, storage dynamics and management. The University shall provide generic software, customized software, or a combination thereof to complement the established guidelines for requirements of new decision support, executive information, enterprise resource planning, business intelligence, data warehousing, performance management and other systems. Results of these efforts shall be prepared and delivered IAW DI- MISC-80508/CDRL Number A001.

2.19 SPECIALIZED FACILITIES CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT

The University shall perform concept development analysis and research for the design of specialized facilities that meet specified requirements and criteria with respect to internal radiated waveforms and fields. The University shall provide analytical support services for calculations of electromagnetic (EM) fields due to prescribed radiation sources when the resulting EM fields are scattered and absorbed by arbitrary boundary shapes. Results of these efforts shall be prepared and delivered IAW DI-MISC-80508/CDRL Number A001.

2.20 DIGITAL ENGINEERING

The University shall perform research, analysis, evaluation, development, and integration of digital engineering (DE) capabilities and tools to establish and manage a total lifecycle model for digital engineering data. The University shall provide expert support in DE subdomains such as Model Based Systems Engineering, Model Based Definition, Model Based Data Management, Model Based Manufacturing, Model Based Quality, Model Based Logistics, and Model Based Sustainment and shall support the research, development, and implementation of DE related concepts like Digital Twin and Digital Thread. This support shall include expert knowledge of government Information Technology platforms, policies, and procedures as they relate to the implementation and support of DE technologies within the government enterprise. The University shall analyze DE model requirements and products providing assessments and recommendations relating to completeness, accuracy, metadata, data relationships and interoperability. The University shall identify and apply current and future Government, industry and academia best practices, standards and tools that enable the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) Digital Engineering Strategy goals. The OSD Digital Engineering Strategy goals are to 1) Formalize the development, integration and use of models to inform enterprise and program decision making, 2) provide an enduring authoritative source of truth, 3) incorporate technological innovation to improve the engineering practice, 4) establish a supporting infrastructure and environments to perform activities, collaborate, and communicate across stakeholder, and 5) transform the culture and workforce to adopt and support digital engineering across the lifecycle.

Results of these efforts shall be prepared and delivered IAW DI-MISC-80508/CDRL Number A001.

2.21 RELIABILITY ENGINEERING

The University shall provide engineering support for Reliability, Availability, Maintainability and System Assessment (RAM&SA) analysis techniques, methodologies and tools used throughout the lifecycle of weapon system development. The University shall develop methods to perform reliability, availability, maintainability, and logistics analyses to include forecasting, predictions, and assessment of performance specification parameters. The University shall build computer models, programs and design tools, and conduct testing to validate function and/or measure performance and RAM&SA characteristics. The University shall support identification of root causes for software failures, provide recommendations for corrective action, assist in evaluating the effectiveness/impact of software changes and corrective actions on reliability. The University shall provide technical support in the development and maintenance of RAM&SA databases. The University shall develop and provide educational and reference material for RAM&SA mission and functions. Results of these efforts shall be prepared and delivered IAW DI-NDTI-80566/CDRL Number A008 and DI- MISC-80508/CDRL Number A001.

3.0 TRAVEL

CONUS and OCONUS travel may be required in the performance of individual TOs. The University shall obtain prior approval from the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) before performing any travel. The University shall prepare and deliver a trip report upon completion of travel IAW DI-MGMT-80227/CDRL Number A006.

4.0 SAFETY

The University shall comply with applicable Government agency, organization, and installation safety policies. The Contractor shall ensure all reasonable steps and precautions to prevent accidents and preserve the health and safety of Contractor and Government personnel performing or in any way coming in contact with the performance of this TO. If an accident/incident occurs involving University personnel, the University shall report within 2 hours to the COR each instance of damage to Government property or personal injury and available facts relating to the damage. The University shall immediately secure the accident area and wreckage until released by the accident investigative authority as designated by the Installation Safety Officer. Such release will be accomplished through the COR. If the Government elects to investigate an accident, the University shall assist the Government personnel until the investigation is completed and all action items resolved. For each accident/incident, the University shall prepare and deliver an Accident/Incident Report IAW DI- SAFT-81563/CDRL Number A007.

5.0 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY AND GOVERNMENT FURNISHED

INFORMATION (GFP/GFI)

The Government will furnish product specifications, drawings, and other incidental Government-owned property to the Contractor on an as-needed basis in the performance of individual efforts. Otherwise, the Contractor shall provide all equipment necessary to perform the requirements. All GFE, GFP, and supplies shall be returned to COR prior to the departure of each responsible Contractor employee or at the end of the TO whichever date comes earlier. Use of all GFP for other than Government work is strictly prohibited.

Any Government furnished information (GFI) required to successfully complete the efforts associated with this contract will be provided by the TA. GFI could include previous government analyses and studies, policy and guidance, DoD Security Classification Guides (SCG’s), operational plans, and other references and sources that may be necessary to effectively perform analyses or other tasks. When required, the contractor shall request GFI from the TA’s TM.

Any Government furnished property (GFP) required to successfully complete this effort will be provided by the TA by providing a list of property (GFP Attachment Form) to the COR via encrypted email or other secure means IAW DFARS PGI 245.103-72 and must accompany the complete contracts requirements package (CRP) for award. During the execution of this contract, any additional GFP required will be requested through the TA’s TM and again submitted through encrypted email to the COR for modification of this contract.

The Contractor shall protect all GFP and GFI according to applicable restrictions. The Contractor shall request reutilization and/or disposal of GFP through the COR. For loss of property, the Contractor shall report all lost property to the COR. Disposition instructions for all Government property will be provided by the COR upon contract completion.

(a) Accountability of Government site facilities and equipment will remain with the Government throughout contract performance.

(b) Assignment of Government Property (GP) to Contractor personnel will be documented IAW CCDC AvMC policies to ensure physical accountability for equipment located at onsite Government work locations or transported offsite for short durations (test events, travel, etc.).

(c) The Government will provide to the Contractor access to the following onsite facilities at Redstone Arsenal in order to perform the requirements herein

• Workspace, data, and access to buildings

• Computers and networks in order to perform the requirements herein

• Phone services and utilities

(d) It is agreed that the Government will have the right to furnish any additional property necessary for the performance of the work hereunder and not otherwise contemplated by other provisions of this contract.

(e) The Government reserves the right to change, alter, and/or modify the facilities and equipment being provided to the Contractor.

6.0 DELIVERABLES

The University shall deliver all hardware items used and/or procured in the performance of individual efforts at completion. The University shall prepare and deliver the following IAW the CDRLs and DD Forms 1423. Deliverables due on a Saturday, Sunday, or Federal holidays shall be due on the following business day.

• DI-MISC-80508/A001, Technical Report – Study/Services (Interim)

• DI-IPSC-81488/A002, Computer Software Product

• DI-IPSC-81440/A003, Software Test Report

• DI-AVCS-80700/A004, Computer Software Product End Items

• DI-MISC-81176/A005, Manufacturing Technology Report

• DI-MGMT-80227/A006, Trip Report

• DI-SAFT-81563/A007, Accident/Incident Report

• DI-NDTI-80566/A008, Test Plan

• DI-NDTI-80809/A009, Test/Inspection Report

• DI-IPSC-81427/A010, Software Development Plan

• DI-ILSS-80872/A011, Training Materials

• DI-MGMT-81002/A012, Developmental Design Drawings/Models and Associated Lists

• IPSC-81441/A013, Software Product Specification

• DI-MISC-80508/A014, Technical Report – Study/Services (Final)

• DI-MGMT-80934/A015, Operations Security (OPSEC) Plan

• DI-FNCL-80912, Performance and Cost Report

7.0 SECURITY

Specific requirements for access to classified information shall be established by individual (orders/contracts/project directions) with their specific DD Form 254, Department of Defense Contract Security Classification Specification, allowing appropriate access and outlining the specific security requirements. The University shall maintain a SECRET facility clearance for the contract period of performance. All Contractors performing under this contract must be cleared at the SECRET level and be U.S. Citizens. In performing this contract, the contractor will require access to classified information at a Government Activity, access to Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and will receive, store, or generate CUI, have anti-terrorism/operations security (AT/OPSEC) requirements, and perform services in secure Government facilities. The ability to receive and maintain a minimum Interim SECRET security clearance shall be required for all personnel. All personnel with a need shall receive and maintain, at a minimum, an Interim SECRET security clearance. Access to COMSEC material and equipment, including all CCI and keying materials, as well as the use of STE and VIPR phones, is authorized, therefore a COMSEC account may be required. Access to Restricted Data (RD), CNWDI, Formerly Restricted Data (FRD), SCI, SAP, Non-SCI, Foreign Government Information (FGI), NATO and FOUO shall also be required by certain elements of this contract. A Final SECRET clearance will be required for those individuals needing access to RD, FRD, CNWDI, SCI, Non-SCI, COMSEC, NATO, and FGI. Any additional security requirements will be stated on individual Contracts, where applicable. The Government will provide Security Classification Guides, as required, in support of individual TO requirements. The Anti-Terrorism/Operations Security (AT/OPSEC) requirements are identified below in subsection 7.1.

7.1 AT/OPSEC Requirements

7.1.1 AT Level I Training. This provision/contract text is for contractor employees with an area of performance within an Army controlled installation, facility, or area. All contractor employees, to include subcontractor employees, requiring access to government installations, facilities and controlled access areas shall complete AT Level I awareness training within 30 calendar days after contract start date or effective date of incorporation of this requirement into the contract, whichever is applicable. The contractor shall submit certificates of completion for each affected contractor employee and subcontractor employee, to the COR or to the contracting officer, if a COR is not assigned, within 30 calendar days after completion of training by all employees and subcontractor personnel. AT level I awareness training is available at the following website:

https://jkodirect.jten.mil

7.1.2 AT AWARENESS TRAINING FOR US BASED CONTRACTOR PERSONNEL

TRAVELING OVERSEAS. This standard language text required US based contractor employees and associated sub-contractor employees to make available and to receive government provided area of responsibility (AOR) specific AT awareness training as directed by AR 525-13. Specific AOR training content is directed by the combatant commander with the unit ATO being the local point of contact.

7.1.3 iWATCH TRAINING. This standard language is for contractor employees with an area of performance within an Army controlled installation, facility, or area. The contractor and all associated sub-contractors shall brief all employees on the local iWATCH program (training standards provided by the requiring activity ATO). This locally developed training will be used to inform employees of the types of behavior to watch for and instruct employees to report suspicious activity to the COR. This training shall be completed within 30 calendar days of contract award and within 30 calendar days of new employees commencing performance with the results reported to the COR NLT 30 calendar days after contract award.

7.1.4 CONTRACTS THAT REQUIRE HANDLING OR ACCESS TO SECURE

TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND/OR AUTHORIZED ACCOUNTABLE

COMSEC MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT. If secure telecommunication requirements apply, include clause 252.239-7016 and follow guidance at 239.74. The classified or sensitive material shall be controlled within the COMSEC Material Control System (CMCS) or an in-process accounting system. A COMSEC account shall be required if the contractor is held accountable for COMSEC information. COMSEC access shall be IAW NISPOM rule at 32 CFR Part 117 and AR 380-40. The contractor shall comply with; (1) NSA/CSA Manual 3-16; (2) AR 380-40; (3) and the Committee of https://jkodirect.jten.mil/

National Security Systems Instructions (CNSSI) 4001, “Control of Communications Security Material,”; (4) and other guidance provided by the central office of record. If access to COMSEC information is required at Government facilities, the contractor shall adhere to the government/program COMSEC plan or guidance.

7.1.5 COVERED SYSTEM SUPPORT REQUIREMENTS. If covered systems support requirements apply, include provision 252.239-7017 into the solicitation, clause 252.239- 7018 into the contract, and follow guidance at 239.73.

7.1.6 THREAT AWARENESS REPORTING PROGRAM TRAINING. For all contractors with security clearances. Per AR 381-12 Threat Awareness and Reporting Program (TARP), contractor employees must receive annual TARP training presented by a Counterintelligence Special Agent. Contact the Redstone Arsenal MI Detachment at 256- 313-5186 for scheduling.

7.1.7 CONTRACTORS REQUIRING COMMON ACCESS CARD (CAC). Before CAC issuance, the contractor employee requires, at a minimum, a favorably adjudicated National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) or an equivalent or higher investigation in accordance with Army Directive 2014-05. The contractor employee will be issued a CAC only if duties involve one of the following: (1) Both physical access to a DoD facility and access, via logon, to DoD networks on-site or remotely; (2) Remote access, via logon, to a DoD network using DoD-approved remote access procedures; or (3) Physical access to multiple DoD facilities or multiple non-DoD federally controlled facilities on behalf of the DoD on a recurring basis for a period of 6 months or more. At the discretion of the sponsoring activity, an initial CAC may be issued based on a favorable review of the FBI fingerprint check and a successfully scheduled NACI at the Office of Personnel Management.

7.1.8 CONTRACTORS THAT DO NOT REQUIRE CAC, BUT REQUIRE ACCESS TO

A DOD FACILITY OR INSTALLATION. Contractor and all associated sub-contractors employees shall comply with adjudication standards and procedures using the National Crime Information Center Interstate Identification Index (NCIC-III) and Terrorist Screening Database (TSDB) (Army Directive 2014-05/AR 190-13), applicable installation, facility and area commander installation/facility access and local security policies and procedures (provided by government representative), or, at OCONUS locations, in accordance with status of forces agreements and other theater regulations.

7.1.9 IDENTIFICATION OF CONTRACTOR EMPLOYEES. This standard language is for contractor employees with an area of performance within an Army controlled installation, facility, or area. The Contractor (to include subcontractors) shall provide each employee an identification (ID) badge which includes at a minimum, the Company Name, Employee Name, and a color photo of the employee. ID badges for key personnel shall also indicate job title. ID badges shall be worn at all times during which the employee is performing work under this contract. ID badges shall be worn conspicuously on the front exterior of clothing and above the waist except when safety or health reasons prohibit. The Contractor (to include subcontractors) shall be responsible for collection of

ID Badges upon completion of the contract or termination of employee. All contract personnel emailing, attending meetings, and working in other situations where their contractor status is not obvious to third parties are required to identify themselves as such to avoid creating an impression that they are Government officials. They shall also ensure that all documents or reports produced by contractors are suitably marked as contractor products or that contractor participation is appropriately disclosed.

7.1.10 INFORMATION SECURITY PROGRAM TRAINING. For contractor employees with an area of performance within an Army controlled installation, facility, or area. All contractor employees, to include subcontractor employees, requiring access to government installations, facilities, and controlled access areas shall complete annual mandatory Information Security Program (formerly SETA awareness) training within 30 calendar days after contract start date or effective date of incorporation of this requirement into the contract, whichever is applicable, and annually thereafter. The following URL is made available for training: https://www.lms.army.mil. Upon completion, certificates must be provided to the COR or the contracting officer (if a COR is not assigned). Information Security Program Training consolidates Initial Security Orientation and Annual Security Refresher Training courses.

7.1.11 MANDATORY ADDITIONAL LOCAL TRAINING. For contractor employees with an area of performance within an Army controlled installation, facility, or area. All contractor employees, to include subcontractor employees, requiring access to government installations, facilities, and controlled access areas shall complete annual mandatory Combating Trafficking in Persons, Cyber Awareness Challenge, Personal Identification Information (PII), Sexual Harassment Assault Response Program (SHARP), and DoD CUI Awareness and Marking. The contractor shall submit certificates of completion for each affected contractor employee and subcontractor employee to the COR or the contracting officer (if a COR is not assigned) within 30 calendar days after completion of training by all employees and subcontractor personnel.

7.1.12 OPSEC SOP / PLAN REQUIREMENTS. The contractor shall develop an OPSEC Standing Operating Procedure (SOP)/Plan within 90 calendar days of contract award, to be reviewed and approved by the responsible Government OPSEC officer. This SOP/ Plan will include the government's critical information, where it is located, who is responsible for it, how to protect it, and why it needs to be protected. The contractor shall implement OPSEC measures as ordered by the commander. In addition, the contractor shall have an identified certified Level II OPSEC coordinator per AR 530-1.

7.1.13 GOVERNMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND INFORMATION

AWARENESS REQUIREMENTS. All contractor employees with access to a Government info system must be registered in the ATCTS at commencement of services and must successfully complete the DoD Information Assurance Awareness prior to access to the information system and annually thereafter.

7.1.14 INFORMATION ASSURANCE (IA) / INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT)

TRAINING AND/OR CERTIFICATION. All contractor employees and associated subcontractor employees must complete the DoD IA awareness training before issuance http://www.lms.army.mil/ of network access and annually thereafter. All contractor employees working IA/IT functions must comply with DoD and Army training requirements in DoDD 8570.01, DoD 8570.01-M, and AR 25-2 within six months of appointment to IA/IT functions.

7.1.15 INFORMATION ASSURANCE (IA) / INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT)

CERTIFICATION. Per DoD 8570.01-M, DFARS 252.239.7001, and AR 25-2, the contractor employees supporting IA/IT functions shall be appropriately certified upon contract award. The baseline certification as stipulated in DoD 8570.01-M must be completed upon contract award.

7.1.16 ACCESS AND GENERAL PROTECTION / SECURITY POLICY AND PROCEDURES. This standard language text is for contractor employees with an area of performance within an Army controlled installation, facility, or area. All contractor employees, to include associated sub-contractor’s employees shall comply with applicable installation, facility and area Commander Installation and facility access and local security policies and procedures (provided by the Government representative). The contractor shall also provide all information required for background checks to meet installation access requirements to be accomplished by installation Provost Marshal Office, Director of Emergency Services or Security Office. The contractor workforce shall comply with all personal identity verification requirements (CFR clause 52.204-9, Personal Identity Verification of Contract Personnel) as directed by DoD, Department of the Army Headquarters, and/or local policy. In addition to the changes otherwise authorized by the changes clause of this contract, should the Force Protection Condition (FPCON) at any individual facility or installation change, the Government may require changes in contractor security matters or processes. The prime contractor Human Resources/ Security Officer is responsible for the collection of all Redstone Badges and CAC cards issued to their employees. The Human Resources/Security Officer will then turn over these credentials to the COR. This applies when the contract expires; as well as when a contractor resigns or is terminated.

After accounting for all badges/ CACs, the COR will turn in the credentials at the One Stop Badging Office or CAC Office (MILPO). All contract employees, including subcontractor employees who are not in possession of the appropriate security clearance or access privileges, will be escorted in areas where they may be exposed to classified and/or sensitive materials and/or sensitive or restricted areas.

7.1.17 CONTRACT REQUIRING SECURITY GUARDS. This standard language text is for contractor employees with an area of performance within an Army controlled installation, facility or area. The Physical Security Officer must or will review the PWS/SOW with the Contracting Officer (KO) for accuracy and completeness of AR 190-11 requirements.

All contractor and all associated sub-contractor employees shall comply with applicable installation, facility and area commander installation/facility policies and procedures on storing weapons and ammunition IAW AR 190-11 (provided by government representative).

7.1.18 KEY CONTROL. The Contractor shall establish and implement methods of making sure all keys/key cards issued to the Contractor by the Government are not lost or misplaced and are not used by unauthorized persons. NOTE: All references to keys include key cards. No keys issued to the Contractor by the Government shall be duplicated. The Contractor shall develop and follow procedures covering key control that shall be included in the Standard Operating Procedures. Such procedures shall include turn-in of any issued keys by personnel who no longer require access to locked areas. The Contractor shall immediately report any occurrences of lost or duplicate keys/key cards to the Contracting Officer. In the event keys, other than master keys, are lost or duplicated, the Contractor shall, upon direction of the Contracting Officer, re-key or replace the affected lock or locks; however, the Government, at its option, may replace the affected lock or locks or perform re-keying. When the replacement of locks or re-keying is performed by the Government, the total cost of re-keying or the replacement of the lock or locks shall be deducted from the monthly payment due the Contractor. In the event a master key is lost or duplicated, all locks and keys for that system shall be replaced by the Government and the total cost deducted from the monthly payment due the Contractor.

The Contractor shall prohibit access to Government issued keys/key cards by unauthorized personnel other than the Contractor's employees. The Contractor shall prohibit entry into controlled areas by unauthorized personnel other than the Contactor's employees engaged in the performance of assigned work in those areas, or personnel authorized entrance by the Contracting Officer.

7.1.19 LOCK COMBINATIONS. The Contractor shall establish and implement methods of ensuring that all lock combinations are not revealed to unauthorized persons. The Contractor shall ensure that lock combinations are changed when personnel having access to the combinations no longer have a need to know such combinations. These procedures shall be included in the Contractor’s Standard Operating Procedures.

7.1.20 CONTRACTOR AUTHORIZED TO ACCOMPANY THE FORCE CLAUSE.

DFARS Clause 252.225-7040, Contractor Personnel Authorized to Accompany U.S. Armed Forces Deployed Outside the United States. The clause shall be used in solicitations and contracts that authorize contractor personnel to accompany US Armed Forces deployed outside the US in contingency operations; humanitarian or peacekeeping operations; or other…