2015_PWS_Waterborne_Program_Manager.pdf

Guardian Angel Weapons System (GAWS) Waterborne Project Manager (WPM) Performance Work Statement 10 June 2015

Objective: The objective of this Performance Work Statement (PWS) is to provide the 103rd RQS Commander (CC) with Dive Locker Maintenance support in order to fulfill their mission in an efficient and cost-effective manner. The Contractor shall be responsible for providing on-site Dive Locker maintenance support as they assist in providing technical expertise in the operation and maintenance of the dive locker program, support development, and implementation of waterborne operations procedures designed to rapidly enhance the combat readiness and collective skills of Combat Rescue Officers and Pararescuemen. Place of performance will be Westhampton Beach, NY.

Maintenance Performance Standard Acceptable Quality Level (AQL) Method Used /

Frequency

Perform inventories of 103rd RQS diving equipment, watercraft, outboard motors, and associated maritime equipment

Technical

Specification 2.1, 2.2.5.2-2.2.5.3, and

2.3.2

• Accountability of all equipment to include serviceability status of equipment is 98% complete.

• Equipment identified by US Navy 3M systems is loaded and tracked in US Navy 3M system 99% of the time.

Periodic Inspection /

Spot Checks / Monthly

Perform functional tests, and analyses of performance and malfunctions of electrical and mechanical assemblies

Specification 2.1, and 2.2.5.1, and 2.2.5.3-2.2.5.5

• Test and analysis are performed as required or scheduled 98% of the time.

Performs routine and field sustainment maintenance.

Specification 2.2.5.1, 2.2.5.4,

2.2.6.3 and 2.2.6.4

• Maintenance is performed as required or scheduled 95% of the time

• Equipment serviceability status is maintained 95% of the time.

1.1 Organizational Analysis:

Air National Guard (ANG):

Source: http://www.106rqw.ang.af.mil/

Vision is to be a "Ready, reliable, and accessible force that maintains its relevancy now and through the millennium"

Mission is "To provide combat capability to the war fighter and security to the homeland.” Specifically, to provide ready units to the state and nation in three critical roles:

• Federal Role: To support national security objectives

• State Role: To protect life and property, and to preserve peace, order, and public safety.

• Community Role: To participate in local, state, and national programs that add value to America

2.1 Technical Specifications

The following technical specifications are provided to demonstrate the environment in which the services will be delivered. The following specifications are not directives on how the services are to be provided but an example of what traditionally has been required to successfully support the contract objective. The contractor is encouraged to surpass the minimal technical specifications as well as demonstrate technical, operational, and administrative expertise to support the customer in exceeding organizational and departmental objectives.

2.2 Waterborne Equipment Manager:

Waterborne Equipment Manager (WPM) will provide maintenance, troubleshooting, testing and management of all GAWS marine and water operations equipment, specifically: maritime support vessels, GAWS rescue watercraft (Zodiacs, Alternative Rescue Craft, DIBs Boats, GARC’s etc.), associated trailers, maritime search and recovery equipment (Side Scan Sonar, Didson Sonar, ROV Remotely Operated Vehicle, Magnetometer,etc..), and all sets of SCUBA equipment, breathing air systems and accessories.

2.1.1 Contractor shall perform in depth equipment checks and provide all needed maintenance and repairs, or shall declare the equipment unserviceable. All maintenance and repairs must be performed in accordance with (IAW) DoD guidelines, or IAW the manufacturer’s specifications, if DoD guidelines are not available.

Contractor shall provide reports concerning the maintenance and repairs needed or performed.

2.3 This position is located in the 103rd Rescue Squadron (RQS) Logistics Section (LG). The mission of the 103rd Rescue Squadron is to organize, provide training for, equip, and sustain SERE (Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape) and Pararescue operations, Combat Rescue Officers, and various support personnel to support State and National Civil Search and Rescue, and worldwide employment of Combat Search and Rescue (CSAR) and the full range of Personnel Recovery and Special Operations missions. The force, known as the Guardian Angel Weapon System (GAWS), is required to rapidly deploy in support of joint operations in all physical environments, both at night and day, and to provide the war fighting commanders the ability to project both air and ground forces to any region of the world in support of our national objectives. Rescue Squadrons provide unique and special skills required for support of these joint operations and are equipped and tailored to support specific missions. Per DOD Instruction 3224.04, the US Navy is the DOD single point manager and proponent for all military diving matters. The Navy Safety Center or Command designated agent will biennially inspect each of the RQs dive lockers to ensure mission success and personnel safety. It is imperative that RQS dive lockers and associated mission support equipment are compliant and maintained at peak operational readiness levels IAW with Navy guidelines. If US Navy guidelines are not available for certain types of equipment, manufacturer’s specifications will be adhered to. Furthermore, the US Navy’s guidelines are very stringent in regards to SCUBA diving equipment and diving mission support, and the 103 RQS dive locker must be in compliance.

Must have extensive and practical knowledge of: US Navy Maintenance and Material Management (3M) system; maintenance and repair of SCUBA and oxygen diving systems; maintenance and repair of assigned boats and outboard motors; and working knowledge of general diving/maritime operations training procedures IAW US Navy/ANG standards. The contractor shall perform to the standards in this contract.

2.3.1. Research/Technical. The contractor shall research available and emerging technologies and work with the

103 RQS personnel to identify areas where technology advances can benefit the squadron. Specifically, the contractor should look for solutions to technology gaps, resource protection, and enhanced equipment training methodology that will save training time, funding, or enhance combat survivability of Pararescuemen and Combat Rescue Officers during water operations.

2.3.2. 103 RQS GAWS Waterborne Equipment Manager required skills and experience pertaining to Diving

Operations:

2.3.2.1 The contractor shall be a DoD certified Master Diver or commercial civilian equivalent.

2.3.2.2 The contractor shall have experience and qualifications in the operation of US Navy approved under water breathing equipment, support systems, and recompression chamber operations and have a thorough familiarity with recognition and treatment of diving emergencies as outlined in the US Navy Diving Manual.

The contractor shall have three years of experience knowledge and demonstrate familiarity in certification and maintenance of high-pressure air systems and US Navy approved under water breathing equipment and support systems.

The contractor shall have three years of experience knowledge in implementation and employment with the US Navy Dive/Jump Reporting System, Must be qualified and able to perform as Work Center Supervisor utilizing the US Navy Planned Maintenance System, and the 3M system as it applies to diving for near, mid, and long-term equipment requirements.

The contractor shall have three years of experience knowledge in reading blue-prints and schematic drawings, understand specifications, and interpret illustrated parts breakdowns and other publications used in the field of maritime equipment and dive related specialization.

The contractor shall have three years of experience knowledge of US Navy dive regulations, MAJCOM and USAF regulatory guidelines and instructions to maximize the commands capability to provide Guardian Angel with interoperability with Special Operations Forces, Joint Services and/or coalition services.

2.2.3 It is required for the contractor to have actual work experience managing the equipment used for Air

Deployable Equipment Bundle Rigging Process, including Rigging Alternate Method (RAM) Zodiac (Z), RAM-Q, and ARC packages. Furthermore, the contractor will have experience in the planning, coordinating, and support of Guardian Angel training in open-water diving, waterborne operations, rough water operations, and low visibility diving/underwater mechanical dexterity training. Experience may include, but is not limited to, the support of tactical diving, RAM-Z, ARC (alternate rescue craft) airdrop, and low-altitude low-speed helicopter deployed inflatable (T-DUCK).

2.2.3.1 The WPM Contractor will be certified and experienced in the maintenance and repair of marine outboard engines and demonstrate experience and certification in all 103 RQS GAWS water craft maintenance and operation.

2.2.3.2 The contractor must have extensive experience in small vessel operation, and provide a Coast Guard

(civilian) or DOD equivalent documentation expressing its expertise as a small vessel Boat Master.

2.2.3.3 Contractor must be trained in the maintenance of Self Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus (SCUBA) regulators used by the 103rd RQS and certified to perform maintenance.

2.2.3.4 Contractor must provide along with their proposal the documentation (e.g. resume, diploma, certificate) that reflect the required qualification skills indicated.

2.2.4 The contractor will execute the following activities:

2.2.4.1 Schedule and monitor 3M system while keeping abreast of changes/directives issued by the US Navy.

Administer all daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual or greater US Navy Maintenance and Material Management (3M) system maintenance requirements for assigned waterborne equipment and accessories.

Maintain master files for Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) inventory and dive related programs.

The contractor shall maintain and update government furnished regulations, publications, and directives required by MAJCOMS, Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) and the Naval Safety Center pertaining to waterborne operations.

The contractor shall advise users concerning equipment capabilities and maintenance requirements, and work to resolve maintenance problems and advise users of problems outside the contractor’s ability to overcome.

When requested, the contractor shall advise/assist in Air Force investigations and analysis of accidents, incidents, and failures. Provide technical expertise and assistance in report writing.

2.2.4.2 The contractor shall maintain the Naval Safety Center Dive/Jump Reporting System, provide quality assurance inspection of dive related information, make entries into the system and provide 103 RQS divers with copies of Personal Dive Logs.

The Contractor shall maintain a squadron database of all types of dives performed, equipment used, and note any dive related injuries/accidents to be entered into the Command database.

Conduct inventories of GAWS waterborne equipment and accessories.

2.2.4.3 Conduct inventories and maintenance of GAWS RQS SCUBA equipment. In addition, the contractor must be certified to perform visual inspection of SCUBA, SCBA (self contained breathing apparatus), medical oxygen bottles, and all other high pressure bottles IAW Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.

Also the contractor must be certified to perform (Fill Station Operator Training) as required by (DOT).

2.2.4.4 Maintain and repair assigned boats, small vessels, outboard engines and Alternate Rescue Craft in the most economical way possible based on available facilities and extent of repairs required. Schedule and complete preventative maintenance and repairs as necessary. All maintenance and repairs must be performed in accordance with DoD guidelines or in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications if DoD guidelines are not available.

2.2.5. The contractor shall provide boat driver support and technical expertise (on a non interference with primary duties basis) for unit training.

At the discretion of the 103rd RQS/CC, the contractor shall provide Dive Supervisor or Diving Medical Technician support during training dives conducted by the unit at home station and TDY locations.

The contractor shall provide and support upgrade training for in house Dive Supervisor Program in accordance with career field SOI.

The contractor shall ensure the SCUBA tanks are within hydrostatic test and annual visual inspection dates, filled and serviceable for employment.

The contractor should be qualified in the maintenance and repair of unit dry suits (both for water operations and Diving). Pressure test, leak test, replacing seals, etc…

The contractor shall function as squadron liaison between MAJCOM and 103 RQS operators to ensure career field standards are applied to all contracted maritime operations.

The contractor shall manage and maintain SCBA’s associated with Technical Rescue/Recovery IAW and in conjunction with the manufactures maintenance programs. These tasks are not to interfere with primary duties.

The contractor shall schedule and perform routine preventive maintenance and minor repairs IAW PMS or manufacturer’s specifications. Major repairs and overhauls are to be accomplished by a manufacturer’s authorized service facility or equivalent.

The contractor shall schedule calibration of all diving related gauges and special instruments.

The contractor shall maintain, inspect, and report on the Diver’s Recall System.

The contractor shall maintain, inspect, and report on unit assigned breathing air compressors including quality assurance of divers breathing air samples.

The contractor shall maintain, inspect, and report on unit assigned search sonar system.

Conduct formal classroom or informal training in the maintenance of assigned equipment/systems and ancillary equipment to members of the 103 RQS/Logistics.

2.2.5.1 The contractor will ensure waterborne equipment such as Zodiacs, outboard motors, support boats, Dibs

Craft, Alternate Rescue Craft, and Guardian Angel Rescue Craft are maintained in a serviceable condition in accordance with (IAW) DoD guidelines, or IAW the manufacturer’s specifications, if DoD guidelines are not available.

2.2.5.2 The contractor will maintain, inspect, and report on unit assigned breathing air compressors including quality assurance air samples in accordance with (IAW) DoD guidelines, or IAW the manufacturer’s specifications, if DoD guidelines are not available.

2.2.5.3 The following are the required tasks associated with boat operator/ small engine technician support:

Develop and instruct maintenance courses for GA watercraft to include but not limited to all ARC’s, GARC’s, inflatable CRRC’s, and outboard engines.

The contractor shall demonstrate experience and qualifications in the following:

Small craft, inflatable CRRC and outboard engine maintenance as outlined in the US Navy 3M systems.

Small-craft operation, navigation and rules of the road, seamanship, and maritime communications.

If required, be capable of performing open-water swimming in support of operations & emergencies.

Contractor will maintain the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) and administering the Squadron’s Hazardous Material Program.

2.2.6 The contractor shall keep the LG OIC, NCOIC, and Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) informed of task status and progress by, as a minimum, monthly correspondence or meetings.

2.3 Deliverables. The contractor shall provide the following:

TITLE DIST DATE FREQ IAW COPIES

Monthly Status/Maintenance Report

RQS/Logistics A/R Monthly AFI110-3501

Chapter 6 1 each

Inventory Report (all waterborne equipment & accessories)

RQS/Logistics

A/R

Monthly

OPNAV

INST 4790.8

Ships Maintenance and Material Management Manual (3M)

1 each

Equipment Mishap Report 103 RQS/Standards and Evaluations

72 hours after event

OPNAV

INST

5102.1D

Marine Masters Ops & MX Log (Air Force Technical Order (AFTO) Form 17)

RQS/Logistics

AFI 10-3501

Air Force Technical Order

(AFTO)

Form 17

Training Policy 103 RQS/Training

AFI 10-3501

Chapter 4

Cost Analysis 103 RQS LG/

Resource Advisor A/R A/R

NOTE: View OPNAV docs at: http://doni.daps.dla.mil/OPNAV.aspx View AFI 10-3501 at: http://www.epublishing.af.mil/

2.3.1. Monthly Status Report. Contractor shall provide the Government a written monthly progress report containing Contractor progress, status, and maintenance updates by the tenth of the following month. The report shall address at a minimum, the general requirements description, progress during the past month, maintenance issues, actions to be taken to resolve the issues, and future plans. The report may be submitted electronically if readable by MS Word, latest version.

http://doni.daps.dla.mil/OPNAV.aspx http://www.epublishing.af.mil/

2.3.2. Inventory Report. Submit inventory report of all 103 RQS waterborne equipment, accessories, and its operational readiness.

2.3.3. Maintenance Report. As required, prepare oral/written reports/recommendations to correct deficiencies in all aspects of waterborne equipment maintenance.

2.3.4 Equipment Mishap Report. When requested, advise/assist in Air Force and Navy investigations and analysis of equipment incidents, and failures. As required, provide inputs in written form. As required, develop briefings and information papers related to maintenance and operational problems for dissemination to GAWS personnel.

2.3.5 AFTO Form 17, Marine Masters Operation and Maintenance Log. The Contractor shall maintain AFTO

Form 17 for all watercraft. When requested or required, provide copies of the log to appropriate agencies as required by local, national, or international law.

2.3.6 Training Policy. When requested, assist the GAWS RQS Training and Standards/Evaluations Sections in the development and drafting of waterborne training policies, directives, and regulations for review and approval by the 103RQS/Standards and Evaluations.

2.3.7 Cost Breakdown Report. The contractor will provide, as requested, a report detailing expenditures.

3.0 Additional Requirements and Notes:

3.1. Contractor shall possess advanced technical knowledge necessary to solve the complex problems of the performance objectives.

3.1.1 Military or civilian electronics background is highly desirable.

3.1.2 Contractor shall have working knowledge of the following computer software:

• Microsoft Word

• Excel

• Unit Level Logistics System-Ground (ULLS-G) program

• Fed Log

3.2 TRAVEL. Travel outside the local area may be required to support the requirements of this contract. All travel must be directed and approved in advance by the COR. Travel shall be reimbursed in accordance with the, Joint Travel Regulation (JTR), Allowable Travel Cost. Contractor personnel are not authorized to travel on Government invitational travel orders.

3.2.1 The Contractor shall fund all travel and expenses for technical training of on-site Contractors related to the operation, repair, and servicing of existing water craft and equipment in inventory at time of contract acceptance or options exercised. The Contractor shall also fund all expenses for routine technical training of other company personnel on any equipment and water craft currently in or added to inventory during the period of the contract.

3.2.2 The 103 RQS will arrange funding for all travel and expenses for technical training of on-site Contractors for new and/or unusual equipment and watercraft added to inventory GAWS-wide, if required. To qualify for 103rd funding, the technical training must be for a new technology/ability.

Local travel to attend meetings within the local city or base of assignment commuting vicinity shall be considered a cost of doing business and shall not be separately reimbursed. The Contractor will fund all travel and expenses for employee proficiency requirements.

3.2.3 The 103 RQS will fund all travel and expenses for technical training courses related to the operation, maintenance, repair, and servicing of locally purchased unit specific watercraft and equipment.

3.2.4 The 103 RQS will fund all travel and expenses for maintenance or servicing of equipment and water craft the on-site Contractor is required to perform at an off-site or commercial facility when on-site Government provided facilities are inadequate to accomplish the work. Determination of adequate facilities for servicing and maintenance tasks rests with the Contracting Officer Representative (COR)

3.3 Contractor will be provided with adequate office space located at the 103rd Rescue Squadron including a complete workstation and chair, expendable supplies, computer hardware and software (and support), internet/intranet/Local Area Network (LAN) (and support) , tools for day to day operation, telephone and fax, copy machine and printer, mail service and postage. All government furnished supplies and services shall be for official use only.

3.4 Contractor will be required to operate the following vehicles in order to perform the tasks listed on this statement of work:

• Fork Lift up to 10k

• Up to 10 PAX Van

• Up to F-650 or Dual Wheel Pick-up or equivalent

• Up to Full Size SUV

• Up to Triple Axle Trailer Towing

4.1 Security Requirements:

4.2 A CAC is required for Base access and the LAN:

A National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) is required and a favorable completion of FBI fingerprint History Check must be completed.

4.3 Contractor shall work with the contracting office for processing into the Contractor Verification System

(CVS).

5 Miscellaneous:

5.1 Performance of Services during Crisis Declared by the National Command Authority or Overseas Combatant Commander is not applicable.

5.2 The contractor is cautioned that if off-duty active military personnel are hired under this contract, they may be subject to permanent change of station, change in duty hours, or deployment. Military Reservists and National Guard members may be subject to recall to active duty. The absence of such employees shall not constitute an excuse for nonperformance under this contract.

5.3 Contractor Manpower Reporting (CMR): The contractor shall report ALL contractor labor hours (including subcontractor labor hours) required for performance of services provided under this contract for the AIR FORCE collection site. The contractor is required to completely fill in all required data fields using the following web ad-dress: http://www.ecmra.mil/. Reporting inputs will be for the labor executed during the period of performance during each Government fiscal year (FY), which runs October 1 through September 30. While inputs may be reported any time during the FY, all data shall be reported no later than October 31 of each calendar year. Contractors may direct questions to the help desk at http://www.ecmra.mil/.

Unit Identification Code (UIC) for the Requiring Activity: FFBF70

Issuing Office DoDAAC: FA6325

5.4 Duty Hours: Contractor shall normally be scheduled 5 days a week 0700-1630; however, contractor shall be available 7 days a week. Determination of weekly hours and usage is dependent upon the GA RQS/CC and or delegated personnel to provide sufficient support of mission operations and/or world-wide operations.

5.5 Recognized Federal Holidays and 106 RQW Calendar. The contractor will not normally be required to provide service on the following holidays recognized by the Federal Government. Holidays in addition to these are reflected in the current U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination Agreement.

http://www.ecmra.mil/ http://www.ecmra.mil/

Also the contractor is expected to follow the 106th RQW Calendar as set forth by the 106th RQW / CC. As such the contractor will observe nonperformance for drill periods and down days that are scheduled on the calendar.

5 Miscellaneous: