Response_to_Question_6_May_2019.docx

Response to Question 6 May 2019 Question: In reviewing Exhibit D-GFPM “Minimum Qualifications” tab, it appears descriptions/requirements for the following labor categories are not listed in PWS 10.1”

Training Engineer/Staff Engineer

Research Engineer/Staff Engineer

Research Technician/Technician

Can the descriptions and minimum education/experience requirements be provided for these labor categories?

Answer: This amendment, 0001, to solicitation W56HZV-19-R-0070 adds the following labor descriptions and requirements to section C.10 “Job Classifications with Minimum Qualifications for Personnel” of the Performance Work Statement.

Training Engineer / Staff Engineer - Corrosion engineering-related services provided by degreed engineer. Participates in and conducts technical training programs. Writes training programs, including outline, text, handouts, and tests. Designs practical training exercises to demonstrate poor and quality painting, CIC-application, and corrosion control. Administers written and practical exams and writes performance reports to evaluate trainees' performance.

Requirements: Six (6) months to 10 years’ experience. Has a B.S. Degree in Engineering (e.g., Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Civil, Materials) and Industry Training in the field of coating inspection. Has experience with software tools used for computer training such as Adobe Captivate.

Research Engineer / Staff Engineer – Corrosion engineering-related services provided by degreed engineer. Performs engineering-related work used for the testing and evaluation of materials and coatings using ASTM, automotive, and military standards. Has established and performed real-world exposure testing of materials and coatings in multiple locations (e.g., Army Cape Canaveral exposure site and others). Primary responsibilities include data acquisition, literature reviews, field data collection, data reduction, and reporting.

Requirements: Six (6) months to 10 years’ experience. Has a B.S. Degree in Engineering (e.g., Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Civil, Materials) and Industry Training in the field of coating inspection. Experience with ASTM, GM corrosion testing apparatus, and CARC coating testing. Has performed exposure testing of materials and coatings at the Army, Cape Canaveral Air Force Station exposure site.

Research Technician / Technician - Assists consultants, engineers, and analysts by collecting, entering, retrieving, organizing, or maintaining analytical data. Experience in the preparation and application of CARC and other protective coating systems.

Requirements: More than 10 years’ experience in the corrosion control industry. Previous training in coating application under the STAR4D military coating application / coating technician.