A.01.04_All_Security_Requirements_1-A.pdf

This is a Security Level One, Table A Contract.

1. General Overview

a. The security provisions of this contract and/or applicable task order apply to all Contractor and Subcontractor Employees (CSEs) physically working on federally controlled property or requiring access to a Department of Defense (DoD) network.

b. Prime Contractors (PCs) are responsible for subcontractor compliance with the security provisions of this contract and shall coordinate all security requirements on the behalf of the subcontractors and their employees.

c. PCs will notify the Southwestern Little Rock District Security Office (SWL-DSO) within 5 business days of the contract award of the primary and alternate security Points of Contacts (POC) for this contract. This notification will be in the form of an email sent to m4xslceswlcontracts@usace.army.mil with the following information for each individual:

Full Name:

Email Address:

Work Phone:

Work Cell:

Time Zone of their work location:

NOTE: Only primary and alternate security POCs are authorized to contact the SWL- DSO to inquire about a contract employee.

d. PCs security POCs shall submit the appropriate security investigation package for EACH CSE based on the Security Level listed above.

e. The SWL-DSO reserves the right to upgrade the security level background check/investigation requirement of any contract and/or applicable task order; this includes upgrading the investigation standards for specific CSEs. If required, badges will be issued to all clearedi personnel and are to be worn at all times while working on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) property. Any CSE working on USACE property without the proper identification badge will be escorted off site.

NOTE: Proposed foreign contractors seeking to work on a USACE contract must be cleared through the Department of State prior to having site access. To obtain approval, each individual must complete and submit the appropriate documents for processing.

The required procedure takes approximately 45 business days to process once all documentation is completed properly and submitted.

2. Security Investigation Package Requirements for each CSE.

a. Security Level One Requirements (processing time is approximately five business days) mailto:m4xslceswlcontracts@usace.army.mil

(1) SWL form 487 dated 2016, Contractor Required Information Form.

(2) A copy of the CSE’s driver’s license or government issued identification card.

(3) A copy of the CSE’s proof of citizenship document or proof of authorization to work in the United States. Acceptable documents are:

(a) U.S. Birth Certificate

(b) U.S. Passport

(c) U.S. Certificate of Citizenship-INS

(d) U.S. Certification of Naturalization

(e) FS-545, Certificate of Birth Abroad

(f) U.S. Certificate of Report of Birth

(g) U.S. Consular Report of Birth Abroad

(h) Workers visa

(i) Permanent Resident card

(4) One (1) digital passport-styled photo to be used for the USACE badge.

Photos will be transmitted to the Security Office by means of CD or Email m4xslceswlcontracts@usace.army.mil. Each digital photo shall be stored in a file labeled by the name of the CSE. If transmitted through email, the subject line of the email must be the name of individual pictured. Photo requirements are as follows:

(a) In color.

(b) Taken within the last six months to reflect your current appearance.

(c) Taken in front a plain white or off-white background.

(d) Taken in full face viewed directly facing the camera.

(e) Taken with a neutral expression (preferred) or a natural smile, and with both eyes open.

(f) No hats or sunglasses are authorized in this photo; face must be clearly displayed with no distracters

(5) PCs must ensure each CSE is prescreened using the E-Verify program to meet the established employment eligibility requirements. The PC must ensure that the applicant has two valid forms of government issued identification, in order to ensure the correct information is entered in to the E-verify system. The CSE will provide the SWL- DSO with a list of verified employees to include their registration number from E-Verify.

This list will be transmitted or mailed in the package along with the other required documents for CSEs. The E-Verify system can be located at the following URL (http://www.dhs.gov/e-verify).

(6) PCs must train each CSE on the iWatch/core watch suspicious activity reporting requirements (see paragraph 5).

b. Security Level Two Requirements (processing time is approximately 6 months once all documents are submitted electronically and accepted by the Personnel Security Investigation–Center of Excellence (PSI-COE) via the Personnel Security Investigation Portal (PSIP). Work Authorization/Site Access shall be denied until this background investigation is completed and favorably adjudicated. Automatic disqualifying factors that apply to all contractors being vetted at this level can be found in Table A.

(1) All requirements of the Security Level One package apply.

(2) Optional Form (OF) 306, Declaration for Federal Employment. This form shall be affixed with original date and signature; signature must be hand written-electronic signatures will not be accepted. The OF-306 can be found at the following web site: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/of306.pdf.

(3) Fingerprint: Must be captured on an FD-258 electronically at an approved government site or manually (hard-copy) by a law enforcement or designated government security official.

(a) Hard-copy fingerprint submission can be captured by a law enforcement official local to the individual. CSE’s shall ensure that fingerprints are captured on a true/original FD-258 fingerprint card. No other form will be accepted. Card may be mailed through USPS to:

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, P.O. Box 867, Attn: Security, Little Rock, AR 72201. Use of the commercial delivery service such as Federal Express or UPS shall use following address: US Army Corps of Engineers, Attn: Security Office, Suite 6116, Little Rock, AR, 72201.

(b) CSEs can request to be fingerprinted electronically at the SWL-DSO. If this option is chosen, the individual must contact the SWL-DSO to schedule an appointment. Electronic fingerprinting is the quickest way to receive the results.

http://www.dhs.gov/e-verify http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/of306.pdf

(c) CSE will have a background investigation requested by the SWL-DSO.

The CSE will receive an email from PSI-COE with a link to complete the SF 85 online through e-QIP. It is the CSE’s responsibility to read each email thoroughly and complete all tasks given by PSI-COE to ensure the investigation will not be terminated. The CSE will receive an information email stating no further documentation or revisions are required. See Standard Form (SF) 85 for required data input information at http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf85.pdf. This is to be used as a guide (only) when completing the online equivalent and submitting direct to OPM.

c. Security Level Three Requirements (processing time is approximately 9 months once all documents are submitted electronically and accepted by the Personnel Security Investigation – Center of Excellence (PSI-COE) via the Personnel Security Investigation Portal (PSIP). Work Authorization/Site Access shall be denied until this background investigation is complete and favorably adjudicated. Automatic disqualifying factors that apply to all contractors being vetted at this level can be found in Table A.

(1) All requirements of the Security Level One and Two packages apply except the SF 85 is replaced with the SF 86. See Standard Form (SF) 86 for required data input information at http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf86.pdf.

d. Multi-Level Security Requirement. (Processing time varies) This level requires the use of “escorts”, which shall be provided by the contractor. Escorts are contractor employees who have met Security Level Two requirements (this takes approximately 6 months once all documents are submitted. Refer to section 2-b.)

Escorts will be provided at a 5:1 ratio, this means for every five contractor employees there will be one approved escort that is to remain within close proximity to those they are escorting at all times. All employees that will not be designated as escorts shall meet Security Level One, Table A requirements (this takes approximately 5 business days. Refer to section 2-a.).

3. Personnel Security Investigation Package Transmission

Mailing Address:

USACE SWL

Attn: Security Office 700 West Capitol Ave (room 6116) P.O. Box 867 Little Rock, AR 72201

a. If mailed- the investigation package will be transmitted in a sealed envelope together with a transmittal letter attached to the outside of the envelope for each applicant with the following information:

http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf85.pdf http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf86.pdf

(1) Contract Number and Title

(2) Contracting Officer’s representative name, office number, and cellular number

(3) CSE’s full name and contact information

(4) PC name, address, and telephone number

b. Investigation packages can be faxed to (501) 324-5471. Faxed packages must have coversheet with contract information. Documents that contain personally identifiable information (such as social security number) must have coversheet stating “Page contains PII follows”.

c. Email transmission- email packages to m4xslceswlcontracts@usace.army.mil Documents must be password protected if they contain personally identifiable information (such as social security number). Passwords to documents must be sent in separate email.

d. Investigation packages will be submitted to the SWL-DSO for processing and adjudication. Incomplete forms, illegible forms, etc., will be returned for correction and/ or completion and can delay the CSE from beginning work. The SWL-DSO address can be found in paragraph 2.b (3) (a) above.

e. Any change in personnel (whether an addition or replacement) at any time throughout the duration of the contract, will require the new personnel or replacement personnel to be vetted and approved by the SWL-DSO, in accordance with the requirements contained herein, prior to being granted Work Authorization/Site Access to any USACE property.

4. Onsite Access Approval

The CSE is responsible for contacting either the COR or the SWL Security Office, prior to the first day of work, to receive a list of approved individuals to be onsite, and their badges for identification purposes while onsite. All individuals on USACE property are required to wear identification badge. CSEs must be aware that COR representatives, project office personnel, and/or Security Office personnel can and will conduct identification checks on all persons onsite at USACE property. Any person found onsite without proper identification will be escorted offsite.

5. IWATCH/ Corps Watch Suspicious Activity Reporting (AT/OPSEC Cover Sheet,

pg. 2, Section G, 4)

a. Security is simply EVERYONE’s responsibility. We owe it to our organization, our families, and ourselves to constantly be vigilant about what goes on around us. Trust your instincts. We rely on our senses every day of our lives. If a behavior or activity makes you feel uncomfortable, report it. If it doesn’t look, sound, or smell right, report it.

The simple rule is, “If you see something, say something!”

b. The contractor and all associated subcontractors will brief all employees on the local iWATCH, Corps Watch, or See Something, Say Something program (training standards provided by the requiring activity ATO-contained herein, below). This local 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. The CSE will provide the SWL Security Office with a list of employees who have been provided this training. This list will be transmitted in the package along with the other required documents for employees.

c. If you see something suspicious, provided below is the type of information to report:

(1) What you witnessed (the suspicious activity) including the date, time, and location.

(2) Description of who was involved

(3) Gender of person(s) involved

(4) Height, build, hair/skin color, and approx. age of person(s) involved

(5) Language spoken (if known)

(6) Vehicle description/ license number (if known)

(7) Have you seen this activity before?

d. How to report:

(1) In an emergency- call 911

(2) Notify your immediate supervisor and COR

6. Disqualifying Factors

Background check/investigation disqualifying factors are included in Tables A and B of this document.

i The term cleared refers to an individual granted authority to work on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Property.

This authorization comes through the Little Rock District Security Office to the Contracting Officer’s

Representative (COR).

Disqualifying Factors Table A

CRIMINAL HISTORY/ CRIMINAL INFORMATION CHARGED* OR

CONVICTED

< 5 Yrs < 10 Yrs > 10 Yrs

Known/suspected terrorist or belongs to known/suspected terrorist organization (verified through terrorist watch list)

DENY DENY DENY

Espionage, sabotage, treason, or terrorism (not terroristic threats); or conspiracy or attempt to commit offense

DENY DENY DENY

Knowingly/willfully engaged in acts or activities to overthrow the U.S.

Government by force in any jurisdiction or any country; or conspiracy or attempt to commit offense

DENY DENY DENY

Active wants or warrants DENY DENY DENY

Barred from any Federal installation or facility DENY DENY DENY

Any type of identity fraud or inability to verify claimed identity DENY DENY DENY

Any Felony Charge (except those specifically identified in table) DENY DENY ALLOW

Felony charge involving unlawful distribution, sale, use, possession, or manufacture of and explosive, explosive device, or firearm; or conspiracy or attempt to commit offense

DENY DENY DENY

Registered Sex Offender DENY DENY DENY

Rape, forcible sodomy, or sexual assault, or conspiracy or attempt to commit offense

DENY DENY DENY

Any sexual offense involving a minor or child, including child molestation, or child pornography; or conspiracy or attempt to commit offense

DENY DENY DENY

Kidnapping, hostage taking, human trafficking, or human smuggling, or conspiracy or attempt to commit offense

DENY DENY DENY

Child abuse involving serious bodily injury to a child or minor DENY DENY DENY

Criminal homicide, murder, manslaughter, or negligent homicide DENY DENY DENY

Hate Crimes offenses DENY DENY DENY

Any type of assault or violent crime to include violent domestic charges DENY DENY ALLOW

Computer/cybercrimes such as improperly accessing (or introducing a virus or other contaminant) a computer, system, or network; modifying, damaging, using, disclosing, copying, or taking programs or data

DENY DENY DENY

Mayhem, maiming DENY DENY DENY

Any type of arson, vandalism, or willful destruction of property DENY DENY ALLOW

Illegal Weapons Charges DENY DENY DENY

Any type of extortion, bribery, or fraud to include “hot checks” DENY DENY ALLOW

Any type of burglary, robbery, theft, larceny or conspiracy or attempt to commit offense

DENY DENY ALLOW

Any type of possession or distribution of stolen property DENY ALLOW ALLOW

Any type of threat or disruption to the public or disturbing the peace (terroristic threat, inciting a riot, etc.)

DENY DENY ALLOW

Importation, manufacture, distribution of, or possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance, or conspiracy or attempt to commit offense

DENY ALLOW ALLOW

Illegal possession or use of a controlled substance DENY ALLOW ALLOW

Operation of a motor vehicle while intoxicated by alcohol or drugs in any jurisdiction (1 conviction)

DENY ALLOW ALLOW

5 or more offenses for any crime (excluding minor traffic violations) DENY DENY ALLOW

3 or more offenses for any crime (excluding minor traffic violations) DENY DENY ALLOW

LEGEND/NOTES

DENY Individual(s) are not cleared to work on USACE property under any circumstance

* Individual must be completely finished through legal processes of being charged with a crime, and will be required to provide documentation if record suggests otherwise.

Disqualifying Factors Table B

CRIMINAL HISTORY/ CRIMINAL INFORMATION CHARGED* OR

CONVICTED

< 5 Yrs < 10 Yrs > 10 Yrs

Known/suspected terrorist or belongs to known/suspected terrorist organization (verified through terrorist watch list)

DENY DENY DENY

Espionage, sabotage, treason, or terrorism (not terroristic threats); or conspiracy or attempt to commit offense

DENY DENY DENY

Knowingly/willfully engaged in acts or activities to overthrow the U.S.

Government by force in any jurisdiction or any country; or conspiracy or attempt to commit offense

DENY DENY DENY

Active wants or warrants DENY DENY DENY

Barred from any Federal installation or facility DENY DENY DENY

Any type of identity fraud or inability to verify claimed identity DENY DENY DENY

Any Felony Charge (except those specifically identified in table) DENY DENY ALLOW

Felony charge involving unlawful distribution, sale, use, possession, or manufacture of and explosive, explosive device, or firearm; or conspiracy or attempt to commit offense

DENY DENY DENY

Registered Sex Offender DENY DENY DENY

Rape, forcible sodomy, or sexual assault, or conspiracy or attempt to commit offense

DENY DENY DENY

Any sexual offense involving a minor or child, including child molestation, or child pornography; or conspiracy or attempt to commit offense

DENY DENY DENY

Kidnapping, hostage taking, human trafficking, or human smuggling, or conspiracy or attempt to commit offense

DENY DENY DENY

Child abuse involving serious bodily injury to a child or minor DENY DENY DENY

Criminal homicide, murder, manslaughter, or negligent homicide DENY DENY DENY

Hate Crimes offenses DENY DENY DENY

Any type of assault or violent crime to include violent domestic charges DENY DENY ALLOW

Computer/cyber-crimes such as improperly accessing (or introducing a virus or other contaminant) a computer, system, or network; modifying, damaging, using, disclosing, copying, or taking programs or data

DENY DENY DENY

Mayhem, maiming DENY DENY DENY

Any type of arson, vandalism, or willful destruction of property DENY DENY ALLOW

Illegal Weapons Charges DENY DENY DENY

Any type of extortion, bribery, or fraud to include “hot checks” DENY DENY ALLOW

Any type of burglary, robbery, theft, larceny or conspiracy or attempt to commit offense

DENY DENY ALLOW

Any type of possession or distribution of stolen property DENY ALLOW ALLOW

Any type of threat or disruption to the public or disturbing the peace (terroristic threat, inciting a riot, etc.)

DENY ALLOW ALLOW

Importation, manufacture, distribution of, or possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance, or conspiracy or attempt to commit offense

DENY ALLOW ALLOW

Illegal possession or use of a controlled substance ALLOW ALLOW ALLOW

Operation of a motor vehicle while intoxicated by alcohol or drugs in any jurisdiction (1 conviction)

ALLOW ALLOW ALLOW

5 or more offenses for any crime (excluding minor traffic violations) DENY DENY ALLOW

3 or more offenses for any crime (excluding minor traffic violations) DENY ALLOW ALLOW

LEGEND/NOTES

DENY Individual(s) are not cleared to work on USACE property under any circumstance

* Individual must be completely finished through legal processes of being charged with a crime, and will be required to provide documentation if record suggests otherwise.