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 Strategic Studies Institute Performance Work Statement National Security Research Integration Support *Note that this sample has been revised from the source document on the Government Point of Entry as necessary to align formatting and applicable FAR procedures.* 1.0 GENERAL 1.1 Background. The U.S. Army War College (USAWC) is the culmination of the Army's formal officer professional military education. The USAWC’s mission is to prepare selected military, civilian, and international leaders for the responsibilities of strategic leadership; educate current and future leaders on the development and employment of land power in a joint, multinational, and interagency environment; conduct and publish research on national security and military strategy; and engage in activities that support the Army’s strategic communication efforts. In support of the War College’s mission, the Strategic Studies Institute and USAWC Press (SSI) acts as the U.S. Army’s research organization for the analysis of national security policy and military strategy. Under the guidance of the USAWC Commandant and Provost, SSI helps ensure the currency and relevance of the USAWC curricula while providing for the professional development of USAWC faculty and students. Additionally, SSI provides direct analysis for Army and Department of Defense (DoD) leadership and serves as a bridge to the wider national security intellectual community. 1.2 Intent. Based on the Commandant’s guidance and in consultation with the USAWC Provost, SSI will support development and execution of the annual USAWC Research Plan and War College Publication Marketing and Distribution Strategy. Both will be based on the strategic research and analysis needs of the Army, and executed through program vehicles such as the USAWC’s Integrated Research Projects (IRP). 2.0 SCOPE. SSI requires research coordination at the one and a half (1.5) man- years level of effort, to support research plan development, administrative management, and project synchronization. The contractor shall support the design and implementation of the USAWC annual research and publications agenda and coordinate the execution of the projects supporting that agenda. The contractor shall coordinate events at the War College or other locations in support of research travel and staged events designed to increase awareness and distribution of War College publications. 4.0 SUMMARY OF REQUIREMENTS. The contractor shall provide non‐personal support to SSI in two primary focus areas: development and administration of the USAWC Research Plan and War College Publication Marketing and Distribution Strategy; and provide coordination support for the Academic Year (AY) 2018 Integrated Research Projects. 4.1 The contractor is required for the period of 15 February 2018 – 31 October 2018 and is expected, based on requirements, to conduct research and other activities in support of USAWC researchers and leadership at Carlisle Barracks at least two (2) times per work-day week during the period of performance – surge periods may require additional activity; 4.2 The contractor reviews and makes recommendations on implementation of the Integrated Research Component of the War College Annual Research Plan and Publication Agenda, as well as any other supporting documents necessary for executing them; 4.3 The contractor shall provide support for the execution of all AY18 IRPs to be conducted by USAWC Faculty and Resident Students during the period of performance; This shall include: 4.3.1 Conduct archival research and current literature searches; 4.3.2 Perform specialized searches to provide written or oral synopses of the information available and suggest further searches. Such searches involve use of sound research methods and techniques (e.g. bibliographic surveys, specialized library research, historical document research, contacting US government agencies and/or international agencies for information, etc.); 4.3.3 Conduct initial review and editing of all draft reports and briefings, and provide the IRP team leads with the review of written products produced by the IRP team members and the development of the IRP final reports and recommendations; 4.3.4 Recommend and help implement research methodology relating to the IRPs; 4.3.5 Review, monitor and assess IRP budget planning and execution;4.3.6 Review IRP research plans and recommend adjustments as required;4.3.7 Attend all IRP policy coordination meetings; 4.3.8 Monitor individual IRP progress to inform senior leaders; 4.3.9 Periodically attend project meetings to gain situational awareness; 4.3.10 Consult with individual project leaders on plans to launch and release all project related material; 4.3.11 Serve as the single conduit of information to USAWC senior leaders regarding the IRP program; 4.3.12 Recommend resource adjustments as necessary; 4.3.13 Coordinate staff support as required; 4.3.14 Report regularly to the Office of the Provost and Director, Strategic Studies Institute, on the status of all IRPs; 4.3.15 Implement a Knowledge Management system utilizing Blackboard to facilitate the flow of information between projects, supporting staff, and senior leaders. 4.4 The contractor shall review and make recommendations on development of the U.S. Army’s Key Strategic Issues List (KSIL); 4.5 The contractor shall coordinate travel and planning with research partners and sponsors from within U.S. Army, DoD and U.S. Government organizations, NATO and other Allies, as well as major security-focused think-tanks in support of the Integrated Research Project component of the War College Annual Research Plan and Publication Agenda and supporting projects; 4.6 The contractor shall coordinate with SSI and the USAWC Provost to ensure the IRP’s are meeting administrative requirements for the USAWC's participation in the Army Study Program; 4.7 The contractor shall review the development of the next AY annual list of IRPs, and make recommendations to a board to determine priority and which schools, centers, and institutes are best suited to execute projects. 5.0 Qualifications. Resumes and unofficial transcripts and enrollment verification for college (including 4-year colleges/universities, community colleges, and junior colleges), advanced degree programs, or other qualifying educational institution pursuing a qualifying degree or certificate for all proposed personnel should be submitted with proposal. The government will accept samples of previous research efforts, papers or publications the candidate produced or worked on as well as letters of recommendation and/or a resume explicitly detailing the candidates experience, knowledge, and/or abilities. The government will review resumes, transcripts, and any provided samples to approve/disapprove recommended personnel. 5.1 Master’s degree or better in political science, history, public policy, organizational psychology, philosophy, national or international security studies, government, economics, or other fields related to national security; 5.2 Demonstrated knowledge of the mission and organization of the USAWC; 5.3 Demonstrated knowledge of the organization of the Department of Defense, the Army Staff, Army major commands, Army Service Component Commands, and other consumers of USAWC strategic research and analysis; 5.4 Strong verbal communication skills, as demonstrated by conference presentations, lectures, interpersonal relations, etc.; 5.5 Demonstrated knowledge of policy at the strategic level through research, publication, and presentation; 5.6 Demonstrated skill at presenting research and analysis in academic settings and/or to senior defense officials and military officers - including the ability to engage senior leaders in specific research-based discussions and provide sound recommendations concerning U.S. military activities; 5.7 Demonstrated ability to gain sponsorship for relevant research projects, and engage and partner with security-focused government and non-government organizations to execute significant research projects; 5.8 Active involvement in professional networks relevant to national security studies; 5.9 Previous work experience where knowledge of U.S. Government, DoD, and U.S. Army policies as well as command policies and procedures pertaining to conferences and workshops, to include contracting and TDY travel were used. Sources of information such as subject-matter experts and previously published regulations are used to gather and verify facts, as well as inform decision-making regarding the obligation or commitment of public funds, as evidenced by resume.6.0 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT 6.1 The Government will furnish or make available to the Contractor certain Government-Furnished Equipment (GFE) consisting of an office for one person, a laptop computer, printer, etc. and standard office supplies. The office is located at 47 Ashburn Drive, Carlisle, PA 17013-5046. The contractor shall not use GFE or services for any other purpose than execution of work under this contract. The contractor will not be required to provide equipment for the government supplied office. 6.2 The contractor must have the ability to be connected into the IT network at Carlisle on a daily basis in order to adequately provide feedback or transmit/receive required information. This will require the contractor to obtain a Government Common Access Card (CAC), Information Assurance (IA) training, an AKO account, IT certifications (i.e. “CompTIA Security +” and “Network +”), and an ISP for remote Internet access for VPN connectivity to the USAWC network. The contractor shall also have the capability of working remotely, ensuring that have their own computer systems as they see appropriate to complete the production off all SSI and USAWC Press requirements. 7.0 OTHER CONSIDERATIONS/REQUIREMENTS. 7.1 Type of Contract: The government will award a Firm, Fixed-Priced task order. 7.2 Place of Performance. The work can be accomplished remotely; the work to be performed under this purchase order shall be performed either at the contractor’s site or at the Strategic Studies Institute and USAWC Press, U.S. Army War College, Building 47, Carlisle Barracks, PA 17013, depending on the nature of the specific job the contractor is performing; however, the contractor is expected to conduct physical coordination with USAWC leadership at Carlisle Barracks at least three (3) times per work-day week. 7.3 Travel. Travel may be required in support execution of the War College Annual Research Plan and Publication Agenda, the IRPs, and other supporting projects. It will be approved prior to the event by SSI & USAWC Press leadership. Travel costs will not exceed $10,000 for the duration of the contract. 7.4 Federal Government Holidays: The contractor is not required to perform on Federal Government Holidays: New Year’s Day 1st day of January Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday 3rd Monday of January Presidents Day 3rd Monday of February Memorial Day Last Monday of May Independence Day 4th day of July Labor Day 1st Monday of September Columbus Day 2nd Monday of October Veterans Day 11th day of November Thanksgiving Day 4th Thursday of November Christmas Day 25th day of December 7.5 Security Clearance. The highest classification of work to be performed on this contract is UNCLASSIFIED. 7.6 Security Requirements. The contractor shall comply with all appropriate Government Security directives and regulations when performing work in support of this contract. 7.6.1 AT Level I Training. This provision/contract text is for contractor employees with an area of performance within an Army controlled installation, facility or area. All contractor employees, to include subcontractor employees, requiring access to Army installations, facilities and controlled access areas shall complete AT Level I awareness training within 30 calendar days after contract start date or effective date of incorporation of this requirement into the contract, whichever is applicable, and annual AT Level I awareness training if they remain over 365 days. The contractor shall submit certificates of completion for each affected contractor employee and subcontractor employee, to the COR or to the contracting officer, if a COR is not assigned, within 35 calendar days after completion of training by all employees and subcontractor personnel. AT level I awareness training is available at the following website: . 7.6.2 AT Awareness Training for Contractor Personnel Traveling Overseas. This standard language required US based contractor employees and associated sub- contractor employees to make available and to receive government provided area of responsibility (AOR) specific AT awareness training as directed by AR 525-13. Specific AOR training content is directed by the combatant commander with the unit ATO being the local point of contact. Contractor employees will also comply with theater/country clearance requirements which allows the combatant commander to exercise oversight to ensure the contractor is in compliance with the combatant commanders AT policies and directives. 7.6.3 iWATCH Training. The contractor and all associated subcontractors working within any Carlisle Barracks, facility, or area, will ensure all employees read the statement below on the local iWatch program. This locally developed statement will be used to inform employees of the types of behavior to watch for and instruct employees to report suspicious activity to the COR. This training will be completed within 30 calendar days of contract award and within 30 calendar days of new employees' commencing performance, with the results reported to the COR no later than 35 days after contract award. iWatch Training: (Guard Info About Yourself and Your Job. Limit discussion and accessibility of any information (written or verbal) that may provide terrorists insights for targeting. Always use secure means when passing sensitive information, destroy identifiable information. Be aware of your surroundings. Write down license numbers of suspicious vehicles; note description of occupants. Recognize and Report Unusual or Suspicious Behavior to your COR or the Carlisle Barracks police at 717-245-4115. YOU are the first line of defense against terrorism.) 7.6.4 Contractor Employees Who Require Access to Government Information Systems. All contractor employees with access to government information system must be registered in the Army Training Certification Tracking System (ATCTS) at commencement of services and must successfully complete the Army IA awareness training prior to access to the information system and then annually thereafter. Additionally personnel must annually sign an acceptable use policy (AUP). The training is available online at . Personnel must also meet all personal security requirements IAW AR 25-2. 7.6.5 Access and General Protection/Security Policy and Procedures. This standard language text is for contractor employees with an area of performance within an Army controlled installation, facility or area. Contractor and all associated sub- contractors employees shall comply with applicable installation, facility and area commander installation/facility access and local security policies and procedures (provided by government representative). The contractor shall also provide all information required for background checks to meet installation access requirements to be accomplished by installation Provost Marshal Office, Director of Emergency Services or Security Office. Contractor workforce must comply with all personal identity verification requirements as directed by DOD, HQDA and/or local policy. In addition to the changes otherwise authorized by the changes clause of this contract, should the Force Protection Condition (FPCON) at any individual facility or installation change, the Government may require changes in contractor security matters or processes. 7.6.6 For contractors requiring Common Access Card (CAC).Before CAC issuance, the contractor employee requires, at a minimum, a favorably adjudicated National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) or an equivalent or higher investigation in accordance with Army Directive 2014-05. The contractor employee will be issued a CAC only if duties involve one of the following: (1) Both physical access to a DoD facility and access, via logon, to DoD networks on-site or remotely; (2) Remote access, via logon, to a DoD network using DoD-approved remote access procedures; or (3) Physical access to multiple DoD facilities or multiple non-DoD federally controlled facilities on behalf of the DoD on a recurring basis for a period of 6 months or more. At the discretion of the sponsoring activity, an initial CAC may be issued based on a favorable review of the FBI fingerprint check and a successfully scheduled NACI at the Office of Personnel Management 7.6.7 This contract requires OPSEC Training. Per AR 530-1, Operations Security, new contractor employees must complete Level I OPSEC training within 30 calendar days of their reporting for duty. All contractor employees must complete annual OPSEC awareness training. 7.6.8 For Information assurance (IA)/information technology (IT) training. All contractor employees and associated sub-contractor employees must complete the DoD IA awareness training before issuance of network access and annually thereafter. 7.6.9 For information assurance (IA)/information technology (IT) certification. Per DoD 8570.01-M, DFARS 252.239.7001 and AR 25-2, the contractor employees supporting IA/IT functions shall be appropriately certified upon contract award. The baseline certification as stipulated in DoD 8570.01-M must be completed upon contract award. 7.7 Contract Manpower Reporting: The contractor shall report ALL contractor labor hours (including subcontractor labor hours) required for performance of services provided under this contract for the US Army War College via a secure data collection site. The contractor is required to completely fill in all required data fields using the following web address: , and then click on "Department of the Army CMRA" or the icon of the DoD organization that is receiving or benefitting from the contracted services. 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, beginning with 2013. Contractors may direct questions to the help desk by clicking on "Send an email" which is located under the Help Resources ribbon on the right side of the login page of the applicable Service/Component's CMR website. 7.8 Period of Performance. Period of performance for this contract is 15 February 2018 – 31 October 2018. ................
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