DRAFT_PWS_Private_Security_Services.docx

DRAFT PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS) For

SECURITY SERVICES

LOCATION: FOB Oqab and the Afghan Air Force (AAF) Installation on HKIA

1. SECTION I – DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES. The purpose of this Performance Work Statement (PWS) is to define the requirements for contractor furnished personnel and equipment to perform uninterrupted (24 hours per day: 7 Days per week; see period of performance) security guard service at FOB Oqab and the AAF Installation on HKIA.

1.1. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE. The anticipated Period of Performance (POP) for this effort begins with a 30/45/60 day phased mobilization period where not less than 50/75/100% of requirements shall be fulfilled. This mobilization period is included within a 12 month base period and a 12 month option period:

1.2 RESTRICTIONS TO PERFORMANCE.

1.2.1. INHERENTLY GOVERNMENTAL ACTIVITIES. Contractors are not allowed to engage in inherently governmental activities. An inherently governmental activity is an activity that is so intimately related to the U.S. public interest as to mandate performance by Government personnel. These activities require the exercise of substantial discretion in applying Government authority and /or making decisions for the Government. Inherently governmental activities in a combat environment include those activities that require discretionary judgment that commit the U.S. Government to a course of action, such as deciding who or what to attack or search. Any activity that requires more than a response in self - defense to a hostile attack is inherently governmental. Some authorized activities may become inherently governmental when there is a high likelihood of hostile attack.

1.2.2. COMBAT OR COMBAT-LIKE ACTIVITIES. The Contractor recognizes that a Security Guard is a non- combatant and cannot take part in combat or combat-like activities to include law enforcement activities. Combat or combat-like activities and law enforcement activities include, but are not limited to, reaction forces, reconnaissance patrolling, cordon and search operations, acting as an observer or spotter for indirect fire operations, and route clearance operations.

1.2.3. ARMED SECURITY GUARD ACTIVITIES. The Contractor understands Security Guards may participate in certain non-combat activities such as: guard duties at U.S. Government facilities and in defense of Afghan resources – including gates, walls, observation outposts, towers, reaction forces on Coalition and Afghan installations, and the requirements as stated herein.

1.2.4. HOST NATION LAWS AND REGULATIONS. All Contractors must comply with applicable Host Nation laws and regulations and secure applicable permits before being authorized to carry weapons while performing Security Guard duties. All contractors and subcontractors are subject to Afghanistan jurisdiction, both civil and criminal. All contractors and all subcontractors at all tiers shall comply with USFOR-A, CENTCOM and DoD arming policies.

1.2.5. CIVIL AND CRIMINAL LIABILITY. All Contractors shall acknowledge the potential for civil and criminal liability under both U.S. and Afghan laws.

TAAC-Air Security Services PWS

1.2.6. MEDICAL SCREENING (REF PWS Par 2.7 D001). All Contractors shall be medically screened IAW MOD TWELVE TO USCENTCOM INDIVIDUAL/UNIT DEPLOYMENT POLICY and USFOR-A DCG-S Memorandum on Medical Screening Requirements at the Contractor’s expense. All Security Guards shall be medically screened for Tuberculosis (TB). Any security guard that tests positive for TB will not be employed by the Contractor. Security guards who are ill will not be permitted access to the installation until they are healthy again. Screening records shall be made available to the Contracting Officer (KO) and Contracting Officer Representative (COR) within 15 days of employee being hired and prior to biometric enrollment request or as requested by the Government so the local U.S. Forces medical officer can determine eligibility of employment.

1.2.7. BADGING (REF PWS Par 2.7, D002). The Contractor shall provide all employees with a Company unique identification badge that shall not resemble the local installation badging scheme or color. The Contractor shall submit an acceptable unique badging scheme to the COR & KO within 10 days of contract award.

1.2.8. ARMING AUTHORIZATIONS (REF PWS Par 2.7 D006).

1.2.8.1. All armed contractors must possess an arming authorization and a weapons license issued by the Afghan Ministry of Interior signed by CDR USFOR-A or his designee prior to carrying a weapon.

1.2.8.2. All required training must remain current during the period of arming authorization and safety training must be renewed every six (6) months after initial completion. Weapons qualifications and rules for the use of force/law of armed conflict training are valid for 12 months. Contractors must ensure training does not expire during the period of authorization. Any lapse in required training shall void arming authorization and require the resubmission of a new arming authorization request.

1.2.8.3. Contractors requesting arming shall comply with all arming authorization request requirements specified in USFOR-A 15-032 and all applicable attachments. The following are mandatory inclusions in the arming request package: Synchronized Pre-Deployment Operational Tracker employment Letter of Authorization (SPOT LOA); DD Form 2760 (Lautenberg Amendment); Law of Armed Conflict/Rules for Use of Force training certification; Acknowledgement of Training and Liability form; weapons qualifications scorecards (must be dated and signed by the range master and indicate the name and location of the range); background investigation summary or verification of an active government security clearance; biometric verification letter (if applicable); and non-standard weapons justification (if applicable).

1.2.8.3.1. Contractors are responsible for performing and documenting a thorough background check on each armed contractor employee (see Attachment D, Background Check Verification Letter); the Contracting Officer may direct an additional background investigation if he/she determines the contractor’s background check is inadequate. Background checks should include verifying criminal history records with local Afghan Police or nation Directorate for Security, Interpol, Country of Origin, and FBI/CIA or 3 equivalent records systems. The contractor shall retain background check information during the period of employment under the contract and, for a minimum of twelve months following completion or termination of the contract. Background check information shall also be submitted to the contracting officer for all arming requests.

1.2.8.4. Contractors shall submit monthly arming rosters, no later than the first of the month, for all armed contractor personnel.

1.2.8.4.1. Submit an electronic monthly “Civilian Arming Roster” in the Civilian Arming Authorization Management System (CAAMS) of active armed Guards at each location where the contractor deploys armed contractors. Submit a separate roster of any contractor personnel armed for personal protection only, if applicable. Ensure the rosters include the data field listed on the template provided by ACOD. Provide a copy of all rosters to the Contracting Officer or COR.

1.2.8.4.2. Input the arming roster to the COR each 30-day period. The roster may be input anytime during the month, but it is required each 30-day period.

1.2.8.5. Contractors shall allow the Contracting Officer or his designee, ACOD or other designated US Government representative to enter any contractor facility in the CJOA-A to review and evaluate the contractor’s performance, training, and/or maintenance of armed contractor records.

1.2.9. Serious Incident Reports (SIR)

1.2.9.1. Armed contractors shall report all serious incidents, as defined in USFOR-A FRAGO 15-032, that they observe, suspect, or in which they were participants. Armed contractors must complete a SIR and send it to: the Contracting Officer; Requesting Official (RO); ACOD; USFOR-A.

1.2.9.2. Armed contractors shall submit an initial SIR to the entities listed in 1.2.9.1. above within four (4) hours of an incident.

1.2.9.3. Armed contractors shall conduct an internal investigation of each incident and shall submit a final SIR to the entities listed in 1.2.9.1within 96 hours of the incident.

1.2.9.4. If the incident involves civilian, US, Coalition, Resolute Support (RS), or GIRoA Force casualties, the contractor shall provide interim SIRs as new information becomes available until such time as the final SIR is submitted.

1.2.9.5. If the contractor investigation is complete at the time of the initial report, the contractor shall mark the report as “Final” and no further reports are required.

1.2.9.6. If the armed contractor obtains additional relevant information for the report requirement after a final report is filed, the contractor shall submit to the entities listed in paragraph 1.2.9.1 an additional SIR, again mark the report as “Final,” and include a note in the body of the report explaining the circumstances for submitting multiple final reports.

1.2.9.7. Armed contractors shall comply with all reporting requirements set forth in USFOR-A FRAGO 15-032.

1.2.10. General Armed Contractor Actions

1.2.10.1. Armed contractors are subject to all Afghan laws and regulations, including visas and weapons licenses from the Ministry of Interior

1.2.10.2. Armed contractors, with the assistance of the Contracting Officer, shall coordinate movement with the Battlespace owner prior to movement.

1.2.10.3. Armed contractors shall develop a Communication Plan and provide it to the Battlespace owner to coordinate tactical information and emergency services. This information shall also be provided as part of any arming request submitted to USFOR-A.

1.2.10.4. Armed contractors shall not consume alcoholic beverages or any intoxicating or judgment impairing medication (prescription or otherwise) or other substance on- or off-duty.

1.2.10.5. Armed contractors shall cooperate with Coalition, RS, and GIRoA Police/Security Forces. Armed contracto rs shall not avoid or run through Coalition, RS, or GIRoA Police/Security Force checkpoints.

1.2.10.6. Armed contractors shall not aim their weapons at Coalition or GIRoA Police/Security Forces.

1.2.10.7. Armed contractors shall maintain uniform standards, in accordance with GIRoA standards and as approved by the Contracting Officer, that clearly distinguish their personnel from Military or Police Forces, which comply with the terms of the Security and Defense Cooperation Agreement (formerly known as the Bilateral Support Agreement (BSA)) between the US and GIRoA.

1.2.11. Use of Deadly Force

1.2.11.1 Armed contractors shall comply with the Rule of Force and use of deadly force in accordance with USFOR -A FRAGO 15-032 and other terms and conditions of the contract, including Afghan law. Site managers shall ensure all personnel are briefed and trained in Rules of Engagement and document the required training.

1.2.12. RESERVED

1.2.13. Weapons

1.2.13.1. Armed contractors shall possess or use weapons or ammunition only in accordance with USFOR-A 15-032.

1.2.13.2. Armed contractor authorization to possess weapons and ammunition may be suspended or revoked for noncompliance with US or GIRoA laws and/or DOD mandates, including during the period of investigation following an incident or allegation. Security guards will arrive qualified to operate personal weapons as well as the Shotgun M-870 or M-500, M-240B and M-249 SAW. However, these weapons will not be purchased or brought to the place of performance. They will only be present and used inside United States Government controlled areas.

Note: See Attachment C for applicable documents.

1.2.14. INCURRING COST. The contractor shall begin to perform Mobilization upon contract award and may incur costs associated with mobilization IAW PWS 1.3.1., 1.3.2 and 1.3.3. The contractor shall not begin to perform or incur costs associated with performing guard serves until receiving approved arming authorizations from ACOD.

1.3. SECURITY SERVICE REQUIREMENTS.

1.3.1.1. MOBILIZATION AND ARMING PACKAGES. The contractor is authorized a 30-60 day mobilization period for this requirement. During the mobilization period the contractor will, at a minimum, commence operations to: hire, train and mobilize its workforce and begin transporting weapons and all other equipment necessary so that all required personnel and equipment are in place no later than the performance start dates shown below. As part of the mobilization period, the contractor shall submit accurate and complete arming authorization packages on each person who will be armed in the performance of this requirement. Arming packages shall be submitted and to the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) and personnel shall be mobilized and begin working in three (3) separate phases, as indicated below:

1.3.1.1.1. Arming packages shall be submitted according to the following timelines:

1.3.1.1.2. Fifty percent (50%) of all arming packages shall be submitted within 10 days of contract award.

1.3.1.1.3. Seventy-five percent (75%) of all arming packages shall be submitted within 20 days of contract award.

1.3.1.1.4. One hundred percent (100%) of all arming packages shall be submitted within 30 days of contract award.

1.3.1.1.5. Contractor personnel shall be fully equipped and mobilized to begin contract performance according to the following timelines, pending approval of arming packages:

1.3.1.1.6. Fifty percent (50%) of all contract personnel begin performance within 30 days of contract award.

1.3.1.1.7. Seventy-five percent (75%) of all contract personnel begin performance within 45 days of contract award.

1.3.1.1.8. One hundred percent (100%) of all contract personnel begin performance within 60 days of contract award.

1.3.1.2. Adherence to the above-mentioned timelines is necessary due to the time to obtain approved arming authorization from ACOD. Any deficiencies in the arming authorization packages must be corrected by the contractor within 48 hours of receipt of notice from the Government. The contractor shall NOT receive payment for the mobilization CLIN in the contract until ALL accurate and complete arming packages have been submitted, regardless if all other actions under the mobilization CLIN have been completed. Partial payments of the Mobilization CLIN ARE NOT AUTHORIZED.

1.3.2. SPOT ENROLLMENT. The Contractor shall enroll/register all employees, weapons, vehicles, and VISAs (if applicable) in the Synchronized Pre-deployment Operational Tracker (SPOT) system within fifteen (15) days of award. The contractor shall maintain the SPOT database (i.e., enroll, deploy, redeploy and revoke LOAs within 7 days of any changes). The contractor shall immediately recapture hard copy LOAs from all employees who have been terminated. (Reference DoD Business Rules for SPOT at Attachment C) Arming of DoD contractors will not be allowed unless enrolled in SPOT. Contractors should inform ACOD when armed contractors have been terminated or have left employment.

1.3.3. TRAINING. The Contractor shall train all employees on each aspect of health, safety and security in accordance with the Government accepted training plan referenced at paragraph 1.3.2.0 to ensure all personnel receive initial and periodic training to maintain certification, proficiency and arming authorization.

1.3.4. ARMING AUTHORIZATION REQUEST PACKETS ON NEW EMPLOYEES AFTER CONTRACT AWARD. The contractor shall submit an accurate and complete arming authorization request packets to the COR for each employee required to be armed in the timelines specified above in paragraphs 1.3.1.1, 1.3.1.2 and 1.3.1.3 and in accordance with USFOR-A FRAGO 15-032. Failure to submit accurate and complete arming packages for all personnel within the timelines specified may result in a contract price reduction.

Note: ACOD provides a bulk upload capability for new contracts (see Armed Contractor Employee Worksheet version 5.0 at attachment D).

1.3.5. EQUIPMENT. The Contractor shall provide:

All weapons (up to two (2) fully functional weapons (one rifle & pistol per member))

Ammunition for all assigned weapons

Lockable storage container to secure weapons and ammunition

Standardized protective plate carrier body armor with plates (Each body armor vest shall be equipped with ESAPI Level IV protection for vest (front, back, and 2 side plates)

Helmets (Level III) with uniform appearance.

Ammunition pouches, holsters and slings: Holsters shall be appropriate for weapon requested.

Uniforms shall have individuals’ last name tape

Flashlights

Fully-equipped Individual First-Aid Kits (IFAKs) at a minimum:

o Tourniquet, Combat Application o Bandage Kit, Elastic o Bandage Gauze 4-1/2" 100/Pkg o Adhesive Tape Surg 2" 6's Roll o Airway, Nasopharyngeal, 28fr, 12s o Glove, Patient Exam 100/Pkg (4ea) o Pouch, IFAK **Uniforms and equipment (plate carriers, ammunition pouches, helmets, holsters, slings, IFAKs, etc.) shall have a standardized color scheme for a professional appearance.**

Personal protective equipment including:

Gloves

Day (tinted)/night (clear) safety ballistic eye-protection

Cold and inclement weather gear

Passive IR night vision devices

Any other operational equipment to perform protective services at the sites listed in Section 1 – Description of Services of this document.

**Note: Hot swapping is not permitted. Each contractor personnel shall have their own weapons. Additionally, eye- protection shall be worn at all times while personnel are outside (on and off duty)

While on duty, all contractor personnel must have on their person, protective body armor with sufficient ammo pouches to carry required ammunition, pistol in holster, rifle slung, IFAK and eye-protection. Contractor shall proactively maintain and replace all required equipment. Knowing use of non-functioning or unserviceable equipment may present a grave security risk to all personnel present within the secured area and shall be administratively handled in proportion to the risk posed. The COR has the authority to identify equipment as unserviceable. The Contractor shall provide equipment shipping, including weapons.

Note: Non-U.S. and Non-Standard weapons are not authorized within this contract. Authorized weapons must be functional 5.56mm rifles (M4 or civilian equivalent) with standardized slings and functional 9mm pistol (M9 Beretta or commercial equivalent) with standardized (Blackhawk SERPA CCQ drop leg) holsters.

1.3.5.1 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED

1.3.5.1.1 EQUIPMENT. The government will provide radios at each guard site. The contractor shall ensure that all radios remain at the guard post and are safeguarded through the life of the contract. Contractor is liable for any loss or damage. The government will provide Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicles for FOB and Flight line Reaction Force patrols, as required and/or available. Armored, nontactical vehicles will be provided and maintained by the government. These vehicles will provide transportation from performance locations to living areas. The government will provide 7.62mm M240B and 5.56mm M249. machine guns with ammunition in guard towers and/or gun trucks, as required and/or available. The COR will conduct 100% inspection of the items to ensure Contractor compliance.

1.3.5.1.2 SECTION III - GOVERNMENT FURNISHED SERVICE. Clarifications to Government Furnished Services (DFARS Clause 5152.225-5908 contained within this contract) are provided below:

1.3.5.3. GOVERNMENT FURNISHED FUEL CLARIFICATION. The government will provide fuel, either gasoline or diesel fuel, for the contractor vehicle for escort and security tasks identified in the PWS. The contractor will be authorized to refuel as needed to execute 24/7/365 security operations IAW the contract.

1.3.5.4. GOVERNMENT PROVIDED RANGE ACCESS. The Government will provide range access for weapon qualification purposes only within 15 days of expiration of initial weapon card. The government will also accept the 25 Meter Scaled Target Alternate Course for qualification IAW FM 3-22.9.

1.3.5.5. GOVERNMENT PROVIDED OFFICE SPACE. Government will provide two person office space for management who must be able to access government LAN networks. Office will contain basic office equipment to include desks, chairs, computers and basic utilities.

1.3.5.6. EQUIPMENT RELOCATION. Equipment required to move contractor equipment, such as storage containers, will be provided as needed up to the capacity of a 10K forklift and flatbed. Movement of shipping containers, as well as storage space, must be coordinated by the contractor through the COR.

1.3.5.7. GOVERNMENT PROVIDED LIFE SUPPORT. The Government will provide the following life support: APO/FPO/MPO/DPO/Postal Services, Billeting (Primary Duty Location), Common Access Card (CAC), Installation Access Badge, Dining Facility Access (DFAC), Government Provided Fuel for Ground Vehicles, Government Furnished Meals, Military Exchange, Laundry, Military Equipment Issue, Military Airlift (MILAIR), Morale Welfare Recreation Services (MWR), Transportation

1.3.6 AMMUNITION SUPPLY. The Contractor shall maintain an on-hand supply of ammunition appropriate to the local threat and rate of consumption.

1.3.7. WEAPON MAINTENANCE. The Contractor shall implement a regular maintenance program for all Security Guard weapons. Pursuant to this program, all weapons shall be checked and cleaned on a weekly basis and as required. Security Guards shall ensure their weapons are in proper working order at all times. If an employee has knowledge that their weapon is not in the proper working condition, the employee shall immediately report to their Security Guard Supervisor for repair and/or approved replacement.

1.3.8. CONTROLLED ITEM ACCOUNTABILITY. The Contractor shall provide the necessary resources, processes, and procedures to maintain positive control of all items that grant access or pose serious risk to Government resources to include but not limited to the following:

1.3.9. WEAPON INVENTORY. The contractor shall maintain a serialized weapons accountability list and maintain weapons accountability at all times. Weapons and ammunition shall be inventoried every shift change and reported to the Base Defense Operations Center (BDOC) or equivalent Force Protection agency.

1.3.10. MINIMUM AMMUNITION LOAD. While on duty, all guards shall have a minimum basic unit load of 210 rounds of ammunition on their person for their assigned 5.56mm NATO rifle (M4 series) rifle and 45 rounds of pistol ammunition (9mm NATO). Ammunition will not be modified in any way. Contractor shall proactively replace out dated/unserviceable ammunition. The COR has the authority to identify ammunition as unserviceable.

1.3.11. SHIFT SUPERVISORS. The contractor shall provide dedicated armed guard shift supervisors, to supervise, manage and oversee all contract guards assigned to their respective shifts. Shift Supervisors will be attached to the government COR throughout the shift but may conduct post checks independently, or when directed by the COR. Chain of command flow is as follows: Defense Force Commander, Battle Captain, Battle Noncommissioned Officer, Active Duty Military Team Lead, and Contractor Personnel. Shift Supervisor is responsible to ensure readiness of contract guards, to report personnel issues to the COR, to report equipment deficiencies, to assist in scheduling post rotation, and to act as the site manager and assistant site manager. The shift supervisors will be based in the Base Defense Operations Center and travel to contractor post locations as needed/directed. Both shift supervisors, working out of FOB Oqab, will be funded using OM-A since they will be located on FOB Oqab directing overall security efforts.

1.3.12. ARMED SECURITY GUARDS. Armed security guards shall be provided in defense of FOB Oqab and also to protect U.S. military personnel acting as advisors. The Contractor shall provide all personnel necessary to man all posts as described in this Performance Work Statement. These duties include the ability to conduct the following: Guardian Angel, on-installation reaction response team, performing local badging operations, manning towers and ECPs to detect, identify, report, and guard against unauthorized personnel and contraband, as well as instruments of damage and destruction, in order to prevent threats from entering the FOB, and for FOB Oqab protection and for protection of military personnel, including Guardian Angel positions to protect advisors working outside of FOB Oqab. This will total twenty (20) personnel, divided into the following locations and amounts:

1. FOB Oqab Entry Control Points, five (5) personnel

2. FOB Oqab Guard Towers, eleven (11) personnel

3. Guardian Angel, four (4) personnel

1.3.12.1 GUARDIAN ANGEL. Armed guard shall also be provided in defense of contractors working with the Afghan Air Force and U.S. military advisors outside of the confines of FOB Oqab. The Guardian Angel positions will provide protection for contractors working outside of FOB Oqab. This will total twenty (20) personnel as follows:

1. Guardian Angel, twenty (20) personnel

1.3.12.2 OPTION FOR KANDAHAR AIRFIELD ARMED SECURITY GUARDS. Armed security guards shall be provided in defense of individuals at KAF and also to protect coalition advisors and contractor personnel performing their legal duties. The Contractor shall provide all personnel necessary to man all posts as described in this Performance Work Statement. These duties include the ability to conduct the following: Guardian Angel, on-installation reaction response team, performing local badging operations, identify, report, and guard against unauthorized personnel and contraband, as well as instruments of damage and destruction, in order to prevent threats from entering the Air Field. This will total 15 personnel.

1.3.12.3 OPTION FOR ADDITIONAL ARMED SECURITY GUARDS. ARMED SECURITY GUARDS. Armed security guards shall be provided in defense of FOB Oqab and also to protect coalition advisors and contractor personnel performing their legal duties. The Contractor shall provide all personnel necessary to man all posts as described in this Performance Work Statement. These duties include the ability to conduct the following: Guardian Angel, on-installation reaction response team, performing local badging operations, manning towers and ECPs to detect, identify, report, and guard against unauthorized personnel and contraband, as well as instruments of damage and destruction, in order to prevent threats from entering the FOB. This will total 40 personnel divided into the following locations and amounts:

1. FOB Oqab Entry Control Points, 14 personnel

2. FOB Oqab Guard Towers, 34 personnel

3. Guardian Angel, 48 personnel

1.3.13 OPTION FOR BASE DEFENSE OPERATIONS CENTER (BDOC) OPERATORS. The Contractor shall provide eleven (11) personnel to conduct BDOC operations on FOB Oqab. BDOC operators will be certified on and utilize the Blue Force Tracker (BFT) and Tactical Automated Sensor System (TASS). BDOC operators will also maintain tracking of all Kabul-generated aircraft sorties with coalition aircrew by using the Afghan National Tracking System (ANTS), cell phones, sat phones, UHF/VHF radios, and email as required (SIPR, NIPR, CENTRIX). BDOC operators will also initiate personnel recovery coordination if needed. Total personnel requirement in the DBOC is eleven (11) (this includes the two shift supervisors of which may be the site lead). All personnel in the BDOC must be cleared to US SECRET.

1.3.14. RESERVED

1.3.15. CONTRACTOR VETTING PLAN (REF PWS Par 2.7 D003).

The contractor shall prepare and submit a plan detailing their processes for hiring employees and performing background checks to the KO and COR within ten (10) days after receipt of contract award notice, for review and acceptance. The plan shall at a minimum address local agency checks (i.e., work history, identity verification via national identification, address confirmation, fingerprinting, and local police check with clearance certificate), national agency checks (i.e., submit employee information package to the Afghanistan Ministry of Interior, Afghanistan National Directorate of Security investigates major crime and potential connections to terrorist organizations and if background is clear. Ministry of Foreign Affairs issues certificate of successful vetting and acceptance), and maintaining support during Government vetting processes (i.e., submitting requests for biometric enrollment (if required), ensuring interpreting services are available as necessary during enrollment/screening and positive verification of enrollment by requesting Global Unique Identification number spreadsheet from Government enrollers). The Contractor shall also address how employee termination is communicated to the KO, COR and local installation Force Protection agencies to prevent unauthorized access as well as to communicate potential security risks to the Government for biometric watch list consideration, as required. The Contractor shall also address how dismissals of concern are tracked and communicated amongst all sites the Contractor manages to prevent rehiring high risk personnel.

1.3.16. CERTIFICATION OF SUITABLE CANDIDATE(S) FOR EMPLOYMENT (REF PWS Par 2.7 D004). Upon completion of successful Contractor employee vetting, the Contractor shall provide official written certification of candidate(s) suitability for Armed Security Guard employment. This certification may address multiple employees on a single certification but must clearly state each employee was vetted against the Government accepted Contractor vetting plan. Certification shall be provided to the COR prior to submitting arming authorization requests to the ACOD.

1.3.2.0. TRAINING PLAN AND SCHEDULE (REF PWS Par 2.7 D005). The Contractor shall prepare and submit a training plan and schedule for implementation to the COR, within ten (10) days after receipt of the contract award notice

1. International Code of Conduct for Private Security Service Providers (9 November 2010) – Specific Principles Regarding the Conduct of Personnel

10. Local Customs and Courtesies

11. Civil and Criminal Liability under U.S. and Afghan Law

12. Standards of Conduct

13. Installation Policies/Rules

14. Compound (Base) Defense Plan

15. Combat First Aid

16. Health, Safety and Hazardous Materials associated with ASG duties and military installations

17. Weapon Familiarization, Safety and Qualification

1.4.0. RESERVED.

1.4.1. WEAPONS INVENTORY REPORT (REF PWS Par 2.7 D007). The Contractor shall provide the weapon inventory report to the COR and BDOC (or equivalent Force Protection agency) as directed by the COR.

1.4.2. DUTY SCHEDULE (REF PWS Par 2.7 D008). The contractor shall provide schedules by name of security guards and the duties they have been assigned. It is also the responsibility of the contractor to ensure that the appropriate coverage of all posts is maintained. The Contractor shall provide the initial duty schedule to the COR and continually provide as schedule changes are made or as directed by the COR.

1.4.3. REPORTS (REF PWS Par 2.7 D009, D010). Monthly reports shall be delivered to the COR and KO no later than (NLT) the 25th of each month. The reporting period shall cover the 26th of the previous month to the 25th of the current month. All reports shall be saved and provided using the following naming convention with dashes- (if applicable): yyyymm-Contract Number-TO number-Report Acronym-Location (Example - 201106-W91B4M-09-C-1234-0004-AAR- FOB Blessing). The following reports shall be delivered as specified in the deliverables table in section 2.8:

a. The Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army (Manpower & Reserve Affairs) operates and maintains a secure Army data collection site where the contractor will report all contractor manpower (including subcontractor manpower) required for performance of this contract. The contractor is required to completely fill in all the information in the format using the following web address https://contractormanpower.army.pentagon.mil. **** This Contract line Item Is for Informational Purpose Only, and is not a separately priced Solicitation line item.****

7. ACOD package rejections or resubmissions shall contain the name of the employee and the date of hire as well as dates of the original submission and rejection.

8. Submit list of all personnel who are over 60 days from date of hiring that have no submitted/accepted arming package with reason of delay (must be specific with dates, POCs, etc.).

9. Send immediate reports to the COR and Contracting Officer of Government delays that the contractor must rely upon to request excusable non-performance. The report shall include specifics on contractual requirements and Government action or inaction believed to cause the delay.

1.4.4. QUALITY CONTROL PLAN (REF PWS Par 2.7 D011). The Contractor shall institute and maintain a quality control program with a written quality control plan. The quality control plan shall provide the methodology to assure satisfactory accomplishment of the contractual requirements as stated herein. The contractor shall provide a copy of the quality control plan to the COR and KO no later than 15 days after contract award.

2.1. RESERVED

2.2. RESERVED

2.3. RESERVED

2.4. RESERVED

2.5. RESERVED

2.6. SERVICES SUMMARY (SS).The contractor service requirements are summarized into performance objectives that relate directly to mission essential items. Each of these performance items shall be maintained in accordance with the PWS. The performance thresholds are the minimum acceptable levels of service required. The contractor must meet these thresholds, which are critical to mission success.

All armed personnel under this contract shall carry the arming authorization memorandum on their person while performing armed duties.

1.2.8.1

Full (100%) compliance in all cases.

The contractor shall meet or exceed the phased mobilization schedule, to include timely submission of arming packages and mobilization of personnel

1.3.1.1

1.3.1.2

1.3.1.3

Contractor demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English.

1.3.13

Not more than two (2) communication failures per year attributed to contractor personnel

Contractor demonstrates the ability to successfully operate equipment such as ANTS, cell phones, sat phones, UHF/VHF radios and email, as required.

Not more than two (2) instances in which the contractor personnel fail to operate equipment properly

BDOC contractor personnel demonstrate the ability to successfully monitor threats to force protection through NIPR, CENTRIX, SIPR and direct force protection activities during day to day ops and in the event of an attack.

Contractor submits timely and detailed aircraft accident reports to a USG Representative.

Not more than zero (0) incident reports per year with incomplete information and/or late submission

Contractor submits routine reports and schedules accurately and by the COB each day.

Not more than four (4) missed reports or schedules per year

The Contractor shall enroll/register all employees, weapons and VISAs in the Synchronized Pre- deployment Operational Tracker (SPOT) system within fifteen (15) days of contract award.

1.3.2

The contractor shall maintain the SPOT database (i.e. enroll, deploy, redeploy and revoke LOAs within 7 days of any changes).

1.3.2

The contractor shall train all employees on each aspect of health, safety and security in accordance with the Government accepted training plan referenced at paragraph 1.3.3 to ensure all personnel receive initial and periodic training to maintain certification, proficiency and safety.

1.3.3

Ensure all personnel possess the necessary equipment to fulfill all contractual requirements.

1.3.5

Non-U.S. and Non – Standard weapons are not authorized within this contract. Authorized weapons must be functional 5.56mm rifles (M4) with standardized slings and functional 9mm Beretta pistols with standardized (Blackhawk SERPA CCQ drop leg) holsters.

1.3.5

Maintain an on-hand supply of ammunition appropriate to the local threat and rate of consumption.

1.3.6

Implement a regular weapon maintenance program.

1.3.7

Maintain positive control of all items that grant access to or pose a serious risk to Government resources.

1.3.8

Maintain a serialized weapons accountability list and maintain weapons accountability at all times.

1.3.9

Weapons and ammunition shall be inventoried every shift change and reported to the BDOC or equivalent Force Protection agency

1.3.9

While on duty, all guards shall have a minimum basic unit load of 210 rounds of ammunition on their person for their assigned M-16/M- 4 series rifle (5.56mm NATO) and 45 rounds of pistol ammunition (9mm NATO).

1.3.10

Proactively replace inoperable weapons and out dated or unserviceable ammunition. The COR has the authority to identify equipment and ammunition as unserviceable.

1.3.10

Ensure records are maintained to show vehicle usage and mileage.

1.3.15

Contractor operated vehicles shall not be painted or marked to resemble U.S./Coalition or host nation military or police vehicles. (Reference USFOR-A FRAGO 15- 032).

1.3.15

2.7 CONTRACT DELIVERABLES

The Contractor shall provide all of the following documents during the course of the contract at the frequency noted in the table below:

Deliverable Number

PWS

Para.

Item Description

Due Date

Government POC(s)

D001

1.2.6

Medical Screening Records

Within 20 days of employment, prior to biometric enrollment request / as requested by the Government

COR & KO

D002

1.2.7

Acceptable Unique Contractor Identification Badge Scheme

Within 10 days of contract execution

D003

1.3.16

Contractor Vetting Plan

Within 10 days of contract award / Updates as required

D004

1.3.17

Certification of Suitable Candidates for Employment

Prior to submitting Arming Authorization Request Packets / per employee or group of employees

D005

1.3.2.0

Training Plan and Schedule

Within 10 days of contract award / Updates as required

Deliverable Number

PWS

Para.

Item Description

Due Date

Government POC(s)

D006

1.4.0

Arming Authorization Request Packets (AARP)

After employees are biometrically enrolled and within the timeliness specified in paragraphs 1.3.1.1, 1.3.1.2, and 1.3.1.3

COR

D007

1.4.1

Weapons Inventory Report

As requested by the COR

COR & BDOC

D008

1.4.2

Duty Schedule

Initial and upon revision

D009

1.4.3

Monthly Reports:

ACOD Arming Roster (AAR) (see para 1.2.8.5.2.)

Monthly Census Report

(MCR)

Monthly Payment Invoice

(MPI)

1. Input each 30-day period

2. NLT the 25th of each month

3. As identified in the contract

#2 above--Reporting period shall cover the 26th of the previous month to the 25th of the current month.

1. Input into CAAMS

2. Submit to KO and

COR

3. Submit to KO and

D010

1.4.3 Serious Incident Report (SIR) Kidnapping, Serious, Injury or Death

Contractor Manpower Reporting

4. & 5. Upon occurrence

6. During each contract period of performance

4. & 5. COR, KO & ACOD

6. https://cmra.army.mil

D011

1.4.4

Quality Control Plan

NLT 15 days after contract award

4. SECTION IV – GENERAL INFORMATION.

4.1. CONTRACTOR PERSONNEL. The selection, hiring, assignment of duties, reassignment of duties, transfer, supervision, management, control, and termination of Contractor employees in performance of this PWS shall be the responsibility and prerogative of the Contractor.

4.1.1 MANNING REQUIREMENT. The manning requirement is based upon the posts required per every 12 hour shift multiplied by the AFCENT standard ratio for working a 5 days on and 1 day off work rotation. This will equate t o a 60 hour work week. The day shift will require 53 posts to be manned. This will equate to a total of 88 personnel after multiplying with the x1.649 to achieve the correct rotational schedule and 10% sick/emergency probability. The night shift will require 37 posts to be manned. This will equate to a total of 61 personnel after multiplying with the x1.649 to achieve the correct rotational schedule and 10% sick/emergency probability. This will total to 149 needed personnel to man the security posts and maintain a 5 and 1 work rotation on FOB Oqab/HKIA. On top of this requirement for FOB Oqab, Kandahar Airfield will require 15 personnel to post their Guardian Angel duties.

4.2. HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT. The contractor shall ensure human resources management is effective to accomplish the following outcomes:

to: education, experience, and ability to obtain required U.S. Government security clearances.

4.3. KEY PERSONNEL DESCRIPTION AND QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS.

4.3.1. ARMED SECURITY GUARD (ASG) AND BDOC OPERATORS.

4.3.2. Armed Guards and BDOC Operators shall possess the following qualifications:

a. Minimum 25 years of age.

b. 1) BDOC Operators: Must be a current citizen of the United States, U.S. expatriate and possess an active U.S.

SECRET clearance. Contractor personnel will have access to classified information only at a government facility and, thus, the contractor would not be responsible for storing or processing classified information.

2) Armed Guards: Must be a NATO-country Expatriate and possess an active NATO/SECRET/REL RSM clearance. Contractor personnel will have access to classified information only at a government facility and, thus, the contractor would not be responsible for storing or processing classified information.

c. Able to don all required personal protective gear.

d. Be limited to a work week of not more than 72 hours per week.

e. Possess a Military/Police background (under honorable discharge) or have equivalent training and valid driver’s license.

f. Guards may be male or female.

g. Be qualified on required weapons, (9mm M9, 5.56mm M4/M249, 12ga M-870/M-500, and 7.62mm M240B).

Contractor personnel shall have the ability to become properly trained and qualified on any Non-Lethal Weapons (NLW) that are recommended by the coalition forces. Any special weapons qualifications will be defined by COR. Female guards must be available to search females and male guards must be available to search males.

h. Able to perform internal security guard services, at any potential internal security posting, for up to 12 hours (plus contingency and post-associated time), often in austere conditions to include extreme heat, cold, wind, dust, rain or snow.

i. Be fluent in conversational English. Shall have the ability to read and write in English. j. Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicle Operator certified

k. BDOC Operators: Tactical Automated Sensor System (TASS) Administrator Certified and trained on Blue Force Tracker (BFT)

4.3.3. SHIFT SUPERVISOR (ARMED). Perform all duties in accordance with PWS paragraph 1.3.12. Shift supervisors are responsible for an entire internal security shift.

4.3.4. Shift supervisors shall possess the following qualifications:

a. Minimum 25 years of age.

b. Must be a NATO-country Expatriate and possess an active NATO/SECRET/REL RSM clearance. Contractor personnel will have access to classified information only at a government facility and, thus, the contractor would not be responsible for storing or processing classified information.

c. Able to don all required personal protective gear.

d. Be limited to a work week of not more than 72 hours per week.

e. Possess a Military/Police background (under honorable discharge) or have equivalent training.

f. Be qualified on required weapons, (9mm M9, and 5.56mm M4),. Contractor personnel shall have the ability to become properly trained and qualified on any Non-Lethal Weapons (NLW) that are recommended by the coalition forces. Any special weapons qualifications will be defined by COR.

g. Able to perform internal security guard services, at any potential internal security posting, for up to 12 hours (plus post-associated time), often in austere conditions to include extreme heat, cold, wind, dust, rain or snow.

h. Possess at least three years’ experience in managing/supervising security guard operations

i. Be fluent in conversational English. Shall have the ability to read and write in English.

4.4. STANDARDS OF CONDUCT. The Contractor is responsible for maintaining order and discipline among its employees. Contractors shall perform all duties in a professional, courteous and safe manner. Contractors shall maintain their area of operation, living facilities, and all other base locations free from refuse and human waste. Contractors shall adhere to the compound policies and rules as well as the terms and conditions herein. The Contracting Officer may immediately dismiss a contractor for any serious infraction of standard conduct.

4.5. PROFESSIONAL APPEARANCE. All Security Guards shall maintain their personal uniforms with name tape (last name), haircuts, grooming, and weapons in accordance with standards established by the Contractor and as accepted by the COR.

4.6. ABSENTEE COVERAGE. Security Guards shall be available for duty during their prescribed shift. Any guard not present for duty shall have a replacement within 1 hour of start of the prescribed shift schedule.

4.7. UNDERSTANDING OF RULES, POLICIES, AND STANDARDS.

All contractors shall comply with the current security policies and directives of the local leadership and adhere to and execute post and patrol requirements as directed in the Special Security Instructions (which are subject to change). This includes compliance with policies related to post limits, post reporting, proper wear of required equipment and weapons, wear of ballistic eye protection on- and off-duty (guards only), cell phones, personal computers, badging and entry procedures, traffic rules, communications, fire prevention, power/water usage, light discipline, etc. The Contractor shall brief all employees on compound rules and have each employee sign a memorandum of understanding following the current Wing Right Start briefing.

4.8. CATEGORIES OF SECTOR (BASE) RULE VIOLATIONS.

Offenses shall fall into two broad categories based on severity of the offense:

Level I:

Level II:

The offenses may result in the revocation of offending individual’s access to the installation or installation facilities.

4.9. RELIEF AND REMOVAL OF CONTRACTORS. The Installation Commander and COR have the authority to request permanent removal/dismissal of contractor personnel to the Contracting Officer for any acts that endanger the life, safety or health of installation tenants. Contractor personnel permanently “barred from post” will no longer be permitted entry into the installation to include the installation perimeter. All requests for removal/dismissal of contractor personnel shall be reported to the KO within 48 hours of occurrence of an incident.

4.10. REPLACEMENT OF RELIEVED PERSONNEL. The contactor shall replace relieved Contractor personnel within 48 hours of formal notification that Contractor personnel are “barred from post”.