MISSION TRAINING COMPLEX CAPABILITIES SUPPORT (MTCCS) III

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an attachment to the SAM.gov opportunity record, specifically "Attachment-X_Acronyms_MTCCS-III.pdf". It serves as a glossary of acronyms used within the MTCCS-III (Mission Training Complex Capabilities Support III) program or related documentation.

• A comprehensive list of acronyms and their corresponding full terms.
• Covers a wide range of technical, military, and administrative terms relevant to the MTCCS-III program.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the technical language, terminology, and abbreviations used in other related solicitations, Statements of Work (SOWs), Performance Work Statements (PWSs), or other attachments for the MTCCS-III opportunity. Familiarity with these acronyms will aid in accurately interpreting requirements and preparing a compliant proposal.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for the Mission Training Complex Capabilities Support (MTCCS) - III program. The objective is to provide collective training and sustainment on Army Command and Control Information Systems (C2IS), the Command-and-Control Warfighting Function (WfF), and the Army's approach to Mission Command (MC) using various tools and Army-fielded systems. The program supports units from small units (Squad through Company) up to echelons above Brigade (EAB) in training environments replicating Multidomain Operations.

The MTCCS-III contract is an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (ID/IQ), Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC) designed for flexibility. Support can be provided at any MTC or Regional Simulation Center (RSC) worldwide. The contract encompasses three primary task areas and five supporting task areas:

Primary Task Areas:

• Task 1: Training and Exercise Support
• Task 2: Simulation Support
• Task 3: Cybersecurity and Risk Management Framework (RMF)

Supporting Task Areas:

• Task 4: Plans and Operations
• Task 5: Technical Service and Support
• Task 6: Information Management
• Task 7: Training Environment Integration
• Task 8: Logistics

Supporting task areas are integral to primary tasks and cannot be ordered as stand-alone items.

Performance standards will be defined at the Task Order (TO) level. The general basis for performance standards in this PWS includes:

• Quantity (how much or how often)
• Quality (acceptable level of service)
• Timeliness (timeframe for submission/performance)

Support can be provided at any MTC or Regional Simulation Center (RSC) location worldwide. Specific locations and periods of performance will be detailed in individual Task Orders.

• Security: Compliance with all applicable security requirements (physical, personnel, and information) is mandatory. This includes TS/SCI clearances for some roles, ITAR compliance, and adherence to security policies and procedures.
• Personnel: Contractor personnel must be employees of the Contractor, not the Government. Specific certifications and training are required, including Cybersecurity/Information Assurance (IA) training, Anti-Terrorism (AT) training, OPSEC training, and Combating Trafficking in Persons (CTIP) training.
• Reporting: Contractor must track usage, workload, and other critical data, reporting periodically as required by each TO.
• Information Management: Management of MTC portals, websites, and data storage is required, including both unclassified and classified systems.
• Logistics: Logistical support for training, exercises, and events, including planning, receipt, storage, and distribution of equipment, is required.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "MTCCS-III_Technical Exhibit X – Publications," serves as a comprehensive list of publications relevant to the MTCCS-III program. It is intended to provide bidders with the authoritative references and documentation required for understanding and potentially responding to the opportunity.

• The document is organized into two main columns: "Publication Number" and "Publication Name."
• It lists various types of publications including Executive Orders, Department of Defense (DOD) Directives, Instructions, Manuals, and Army Regulations (AR), as well as publications from other agencies like NIST and NATO.
• It also includes a "Web Links" section providing direct URLs to many of these publications, as well as links to relevant systems like the Trusted Agent Sponsorship System (TASS) and the Army Publishing Directorate (APD).

Bidders should review this exhibit to identify all referenced publications that may contain requirements, specifications, or guidance pertinent to the MTCCS-III opportunity. The provided web links can facilitate quick access to these documents, aiding in proposal preparation and ensuring compliance with all stated requirements.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "MTCCS-III ATTACHMENT X - DEFINITIONS," provides a glossary of terms and concepts relevant to the MTCCS-III program. It is intended to ensure a common understanding of terminology for all parties involved in the opportunity.

• HUB and SPOKE Concept: Defines the Army's approach to mission command training integration and management, utilizing centralized "hub" locations.
• International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR): Explains the U.S. regulatory regime for controlling defense and military-related technologies and the implications of sharing such information.
• Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM): Defines a ROM as an estimation of additional effort above a Fixed Price CLIN.
• Surge Support: Details the definition and types of surge support, including Immediate Surge, Discrete Non-Recurring Task, and Unique or Specialized Expertise.
• Travel Access Request (TAR): Outlines the requirement for contractor personnel to obtain COR approval for travel related to training events and exercises.

Understanding these definitions is crucial for bidders to accurately interpret the requirements, scope of work, and contractual obligations outlined in the solicitation and related documents. It clarifies key operational concepts and regulatory considerations pertinent to the MTCCS-III program.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "MTCCS-III Technical Exhibit X – Government Required Training," lists mandatory training courses required for personnel involved with the MTCCS-III contract. It serves as a reference for bidders to understand the training obligations associated with the opportunity.

The exhibit details the following for each training course:

• Course Name: The specific title of the training.
• Frequency: How often the training must be completed (e.g., Annual, Within 30 Days, One Time, Every 36 Months).
• Provider: The entity responsible for delivering the training.
• Link to Training: A URL to access the training material.
• Justification: The regulatory or policy basis for the training requirement.

Bidders should review this exhibit to understand the training requirements that will be imposed upon their personnel if awarded the contract. This includes identifying the specific courses, their frequency, and the resources (links) available for completion. This information is crucial for accurately estimating labor costs and ensuring compliance with contract terms.

Sources Sought Notice / Request for Information

This notice is issued by the U.S. Army Contracting Command - Orlando (ACC-Orlando) for market research purposes related to the Mission Training Complex Capabilities Support III (MTCCS III) program. The government is seeking to identify potential sources capable of providing services and support for individual and collective Mission Command (MC) training, leadership development, Military Decision-Making Process (MDMP), Warfighter Functions (WFF) training, and simulation-supported training. The effort includes facilities management, event scheduling, security, and administrative support across multiple Mission Training Complex (MTC) locations.

• Support for individual through collective MC training, WFF training, MDMP, Games for Training (GFT), Joint Operational Planning Process (JOPP), NATO Operational-Level Planning Process, mission rehearsal, and constructive simulation exercises.

• Planning, preparation, set-up, execution, and recovery of constructive simulation training events.

• Ability to combine events into a simultaneous synthetic environment using fielded simulations and Mission Command Information Systems (MCiS).

• Support for U.S. Army Title 10 training, deployment training events, and Mission Rehearsal Exercises (MRE).

• Potential support for Joint, Combined, NATO, and service component commanders.

• Special requirements include Secret and Top Secret clearances, SCIF support, network enclave management, constructive simulation support, and intelligence simulation planning.

• The contract vehicle and set-aside determination (small business or full and open competition) will be made after market research.

• Multiple awards may be made.

• The applicable NAICS code is 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services) with a Small Business Size Standard of $19.5M.

• The anticipated Period of Performance (PoP) is a minimum of five (5) years, commencing in December 2028, with an estimated Level of Effort (LOE) of 1,583 man-year equivalents.

• Place of Performance includes multiple locations throughout CONUS and OCONUS.

• Interested businesses must submit a capability statement (10 pages maximum) demonstrating their ability to fulfill the described functions and tasks.

• The capability statement should include organization details, business size, interest in prime or subcontracting, past performance, technical skills, and ability to meet facility and safeguarding requirements.

• Specific questions are posed to gather industry feedback on acquisition strategy, contract vehicles, and evaluation criteria.

• Responses are due electronically to willie.c.bass2.civ@army.mil with a copy to usarmy.redstone.redstone.acc.mbx.mtccs-contracting-team@army.mil.

• Businesses of all sizes are encouraged to respond.

• The requirement may be set-aside for small businesses (in full or in part) or procured through full and open competition.

• Small business set-aside categories will be considered.

• This is a Sources Sought Notice for informational purposes only and is NOT a Request for Proposal (RFP).

• Responses are not offers and do not obligate the government to award a contract.

• No funds are available to pay for response preparation.

• Telephone inquiries will not be accepted.

• An Industry Day and/or Site Visit is anticipated at a later date.

• Attachment 1 (draft PWS) and Attachment 2 (Technical Exhibits) are referenced for further detail.

Sources Sought Notice / Request for Information

This notice is issued by the U.S. Army Contracting Command - Orlando (ACC-Orlando) for market research purposes to identify potential sources for the Mission Training Complex Capabilities Support III (MTCCS III) program. The effort involves services and support for various types of training, including individual and collective Mission Command (MC) training, leadership development, Warfighter Functions (WFF) training, simulations, and facilities management. The goal is to determine the procurement method, which may include set-asides for small businesses or full and open competition.

• Support for individual through collective MC training, WFF training, MDMP, Games for Training (GFT), JOPP, NATO Operational Level Planning Process, mission rehearsal, and constructive simulations.

• Planning, preparation, set-up, execution, and recovery of constructive simulation training exercises.

• Combining events into a simultaneous synthetic environment using simulations and Mission Command Information Systems (MCiS).

• Support for U.S. Army Title 10 training, deployment training events, and Mission Rehearsal Exercises (MRE).

• Potential support for Joint, Combined, NATO, and service component commanders.

• Personnel and Facility Security Clearances (Secret and Top Secret with SCI access).

• Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) operational support and management.

• Network Enclave Management, including engineering, operation, maintenance, protection, and defense of MTC network infrastructure.

• Constructive Simulation Support, including operation and maintenance of government-provided simulations.

• Intelligence Simulation Planning, Configuration, and Execution for various intelligence simulation systems.

• Compliance with the Clinger-Cohen Act for IT services.

• Contract Vehicle: To be determined after market research.

• NAICS Code: 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services) with a Small Business Size Standard of $19.5M.

• Contract Type: To be determined after market research.

• Anticipated Period of Performance (PoP): Minimum of five (5) years, commencing December 2028. Estimated Level of Effort (LOE) of 1,583 man-year equivalents.

• Place of Performance: Multiple locations throughout CONUS and OCONUS.

• Interested businesses must submit a capability statement (10 pages maximum) demonstrating their ability to fulfill the functions and tasks described.

• The statement must include organization details, business size, subcontracting plans, past performance, technical skills, and ability to meet facility and safeguarding requirements.

• Responses are due by the date specified in the SAM.gov notice and must be submitted electronically.

• The Government will assess market information to ascertain potential market capacity and resources.

• The Government seeks industry input on acquisition strategy, contract structure, and best practices.

• An Industry Day and/or Site Visit may be conducted at a later date.

• Specific questions are posed regarding acquisition strategy, task order evaluation, LPTA awards, workforce disruption, existing IDIQ vehicles, commercial service alternatives, and technical evaluation criteria.

• This Sources Sought Notice is for informational purposes only and is not a Request for Proposal (RFP).

• No funds are available to pay for response preparation.

• Telephone inquiries will not be accepted.

• Responses will not be returned.

• A draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) is attached (Attachment 1).

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This document outlines the Performance Work Statement (PWS) for the Mission Training Complex Capabilities Support (MTCCS) - III program. The primary objective is to provide collective training and sustainment on Army Mission Command Information Systems (MCiS), the Command-and-Control Warfighting Function (WfF), and the Army's approach to Mission Command (MC) using various tools and Army-fielded systems.

The MTCCS-III contract is an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (ID/IQ), Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC) designed for flexibility to meet customer needs across Army Commands, Army Service Component Commands (ASCC), Army Corps, and Direct Reporting Units (DRU) at any MTC or Regional Simulation Center (RSC) worldwide.

Primary Task Areas:

• Training and Exercise Support
• Simulation Support
• Cybersecurity and Risk Management Framework (RMF)

Supporting Task Areas:

• Plans and Operations
• Technical Service and Support
• Information Management
• Training Environment Integration
• Logistics

Performance standards will be defined at the Task Order (TO) level and will generally be based on:

• Quantity (amount or frequency of service)
• Quality (acceptable level of service)
• Timeliness (timeframe for submission/performance)

Support can be provided at any MTC or Regional Simulation Center (RSC) location worldwide. Specific Task Orders will define the period of performance.

• Security: Compliance with physical, personnel, and information security requirements, including classified information up to Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI). This includes personnel security clearances, ITAR compliance, and adherence to security policies.
• Personnel: Contractor personnel must not be treated as Government employees. Specific requirements for employment of Government personnel are outlined to avoid conflicts of interest.
• Training: Comprehensive personnel training is required, including Cybersecurity/Information Assurance (IA) Training, Anti-Terrorism (AT) Training, OPSEC Training, and Combating Trafficking in Persons (CTIP) training. Government-funded training may be provided.
• Reporting: Contractor must report labor hours via the Contractor Manpower Reporting Application (CMRA).
• Data Rights: The Government has unlimited rights to all technical data, documents, and training materials produced under this contract.
• Logistics: Support includes planning, receipt, storage, and distribution of equipment, as well as material support and event setup/recovery. Government-provided facilities, equipment, and office automation will be utilized.