Kaiju

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (Amendment 06) to Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) FA8650-22-S-1004, titled "Kaiju," makes the following changes:

• Removes all references to the Model Contract and Section K. These documents will be provided with each individual Request for Proposal (RFP).
• Removes the Pre-Award Clearance section.
• Updates Section I.1 to reference Attachment 4, Statement of Objectives (SOO), for the Statement of Objective/Description of Technical Area(s).
• Updates Section I.5.b regarding program security classification. Classification is TBD per call, with the highest anticipated level being TS/SCI. Offerors must verify their Cognizant Security Office information with DCSA. Attachment 2 reflects the highest anticipated level, and future calls will specify requirements and include call-specific DD254s.
• Updates Section I.6.a regarding Government Furnished Property (GFP) availability. Availability is TBD per call, and Attachment 1 (Government Furnished Property List) will be included in applicable calls. The contractor is responsible for costs related to making GFP available for use.
• Removes BAA Attachments 1 (Model Contract) and 2 (Section K – Representations and Certificates).
• Renames several BAA attachments:
  • Attachment 3 (Government Furnished Property List) is now Attachment 1.
  • Attachment 4 (DD254) is now Attachment 2.
  • Attachment 5 (CDRLS) is now Attachment 3.
  • Attachment 6 (Kaiju Statement of Objectives) is now Attachment 4.
  • Attachment 7 (Statement of Work Supplemental Requirements) is now Attachment 5.

Sections I.1, I.5.b, I.6.a, and BAA Attachments 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 have been modified or removed.

This amendment primarily clarifies and reorganizes attachments and removes preliminary documents (Model Contract, Section K). Specific proposal submission requirements and deadlines are not explicitly altered by this amendment, but bidders should note the updated attachment references and security classification procedures.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an attachment that references "Attachment 3, Government Furnished Property List". It indicates that bidders should refer to this specific attachment for details regarding government-furnished property, if applicable to an individual call or task order.

• Refers to "Attachment 3, Government Furnished Property List".
• States "of Individual Call if Applicable", implying that the government-furnished property details are contingent on the specific call or task order being considered.

Bidders should consult "Attachment 3, Government Furnished Property List" to understand what property, if any, will be provided by the government for the performance of the contract. This information is crucial for accurate proposal development, resource planning, and cost estimation, as it affects the bidder's own resource requirements and responsibilities.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a DD Form 254, Contract Security Classification Specification. It outlines the security requirements for a contract, including facility security clearances, safeguarding of classified information, and access to various types of sensitive information.

• Facility Clearance: Requires a Top Secret facility security clearance.
• Contract Information: Specifies the contract is "Not Valid for Performance" as a Prime Contract Number, but references Solicitation or Other Number FA8650-22-S-1004. It is an Original specification dated 20220322.
• Contractor Requirements: The contractor will require access to classified information and may need to receive, store, and generate classified information or material. Access to Secret Internet Protocol Router Network (SIPRNet) is authorized, along with potential access to intelligence information and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
• Security Guidance: References 32 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 117, National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM). It also details specific guidance for COMSEC, intelligence information, and CUI.
• Points of Contact: Identifies Government Contracting Activity (GCA) as AFRL and provides contact information for the Contracting Officer and Security Manager.

This document is critical for bidders to understand the security requirements and clearances necessary to perform the contract. It details the level of security clearance needed, the types of classified and unclassified information the contractor may handle, and the governing security regulations. Bidders must ensure they can meet these stringent security requirements to be eligible for award.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) that specifies various data items required from the contractor. It details the type, format, frequency, submission requirements, and distribution for each data item.

• Data Item Descriptions (DIDs): Lists specific data items such as Scientific and Technical Reports, Funds and Man-Hour Expenditure Reports, Contract Funds Status Reports, Status Reports, Presentation Material, Management Plans, Test Plans, Software User Manuals, Project Planning Charts, Computer Software Products, Software Design Descriptions, Data Base Design Descriptions, Interface Design Descriptions, Software Product Specifications, and Security Plans.
• Frequency: Specifies how often each data item is required (e.g., monthly, quarterly, as required).
• Submission Requirements: Outlines deadlines for initial and subsequent submissions, and notes on electronic submission requirements (encryption, password protection).
• Distribution: Indicates authorized recipients and the number of copies required.
• Remarks: Provides tailored instructions, clarifications, and definitions for specific data items.

This CDRL is crucial for bidders as it defines the specific documentation and reporting deliverables expected under the contract. Understanding these requirements is essential for accurately estimating proposal costs and ensuring compliance if awarded the contract. It outlines the scope of technical reporting, financial tracking, planning, and product documentation required.

Statement of Objectives (SOO)

This document outlines the objectives for the FA8650-22-S-1004 requirement. It serves as a request from the contracting points of contact (POCs) to solicit objectives related to this opportunity.

• Gabriel Berner (GABRIEL.BERNER@US.AF.MIL)
• Richard Bailey (RICHARD.BAILEY.26@US.AF.MIL)

This SOO provides the foundational objectives for the opportunity. Bidders should review these objectives to understand the government's desired outcomes and to inform their proposal development. The POCs listed are the primary contacts for inquiries related to this requirement.

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

This document outlines supplemental requirements for the "Kaiju Solicitation" and details the contractor's responsibilities for compliance with the SOW/PWS.

• Disclosure of Information: Contractors must provide copies of information to be released at least 50 days prior to the scheduled release date to the Contracting Officer and Program Manager.
• Packaging and Marking: Deliverable hardware must be packaged according to commercial practices. Special handling instructions require a specific statement on boxes/crates and immediate contact with the Technical Project Officer.
• Program Management: Key personnel, including the Program Manager, Principal Investigator, Technical Contract Manager, and Alternate, are identified as "TBD Per Individual Call."
• Base Support: The Government may provide rent-free base support, including working space, material, equipment, and services. Contractors must report any inadequacies or non-availability of support and cannot purchase facilities. Specific installations for base support include WPAFB, Ohio. The value of this support is undeterminable.
• SCI Security Administration: The Government COR for SCI Security Administration is "TBD Per Individual Call."
• Patent Rights: Contractors must submit interim or final invention reports using DD Form 882 to the Administrative Contracting Officer and AFRL/PZL Patent Reporting. Notifications regarding subcontracts for experimental, developmental, or research work also require DD Form 882.
• Pollution Prevention and Right-To-Know: Contractors must complete Initial EMS Awareness-Level training for personnel working on an Air Force installation within specified timeframes.
• Non-U.S. Citizens: Contractor employees requiring access to USAF bases, AFRL facilities, or U.S. Government IT networks must be U.S. citizens. Permanent resident cards do not equate to U.S. citizenship. Waivers require written approval from the Contracting Officer.
• Small Business Subcontracting Plan: A comprehensive small business subcontracting plan dated "TBD Per Individual Call" is incorporated by reference.
• Science and Technology (S&T) Protection: Contractors must provide initial and annual reports of Senior/Key Personnel and adhere to S&T Protection Plan requirements, including planning, development, and implementation.

Not explicitly detailed in this section, but implies performance on Air Force installations.

• Compliance with DFARS 252.204-7000.
• Adherence to packaging and marking instructions.
• Mandatory EMS training for personnel.
• Strict requirements for non-U.S. citizen access to facilities and networks.
• S&T protection measures.
• Use of DD Form 882 for invention reporting.
• Incorporation of a Small Business Subcontracting Plan.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) with Calls, titled "Kaiju," is issued by the Air Force Research Laboratory, AFRL/RY Sensors Directorate, for the research, development, and transition of advanced electronic warfare (EW) technologies. The objective is to ensure future dominance in the electro-magnetic spectrum (EMS) across all domains. The BAA solicits white papers/proposals through individual calls and will remain open until May 12, 2027. It does not request submittals at this time.

The technical areas encompass data collection, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), modeling and simulation, algorithm design and development, hardware development, testing, and analysis. Deliverables will be identified per individual call and may include data items (DD Form 1423-1 CDRLs), software, hardware, and other items. Specific requirements, including program security classification (anticipated up to TS/SCI), will be detailed in each call.

The Air Force reserves the right to award various contract types (FAR or Other Transaction (OT) for Prototype, grant, cooperative agreement, or OT for Research), with Cost Plus Fixed Fee anticipated. The total estimated program value is $300,000,000.00, with multiple awards anticipated (eight awards off of eight calls), ranging from $1,000,000.00 to $95,000,000.00 per award. The period of performance and funding are TBD per individual call.

This is a two-step process:

• Step 1: Offerors submit a white paper and a Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) cost. White papers will be reviewed based on unique/innovative approach, understanding of scope, technical approach soundness, and affordability. Offerors whose white papers are selected will be invited to submit a technical and cost proposal.
• Step 2: Technical and cost proposals will be reviewed based on technical criteria (ranked first) and cost/price (ranked second).

Due dates for white papers and proposals will be determined on a call-by-call basis. Electronic proposals are requested via DoD SAFE and email.

This is an unrestricted solicitation. Businesses and educational institutions of all sizes are encouraged to propose. Foreign participation is not authorized at the prime level. Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs) and Government Agencies may participate under specific conditions.

Offerors must submit a copy of their DD Form 2345, Militarily Critical Technical Data Agreement, if the effort is subject to export control. Communication with technical and contracting POCs is outlined. Offerors should monitor SAM.gov for amendments or issued calls.

Amendment / Modification

• Updates Section I.5.h of the solicitation regarding Science and Technology (S&T) Protection. The government may require offerors to submit additional information or a mitigation plan for identified S&T protection risks. Failure to provide adequate information or an acceptable plan may result in proposal rejection.

• Updates Attachment 5 – CDRLs.

• Adds the following new attachments:

  • Security Risk Review – AFRLI 61-113
  • Appendix 1, Security Program Questionnaire
  • Appendix 2, Research and Related Senior and Key Person Profile Worksheet
  • Appendix 3, "Privacy Act Statement” consent form for each Covered Individual
  • Appendix 4 - AFRL Privacy Act for Covered Individuals Fillable

• Section I.5.h (S&T Protection)

• Attachment 5 (CDRLs)

• Several new attachments related to security and privacy have been added.

• Offerors must review the updated S&T Protection language and newly added attachments, as these may impact proposal preparation and submission requirements, particularly concerning S&T protection risks and privacy act compliance.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (Amendment 02) to Broad Agency Announcement FA8650-22-S-1004, titled "Kaiju," makes the following changes:

• Contracting Point of Contact: Updates the contact information for the Contracting Officer and Contract Specialist, including email addresses and physical addresses.

• S&T Protection Language: Incorporates new language into Section I.5.h of the solicitation regarding Science and Technology (S&T) Protection. This requires offerors to submit:

  • An initial Standard Form (SF) 424, Research and Related Senior/Key Person Profile (Expanded) Form for proposed Senior/Key Personnel.
  • Documentation of a Security Program Plan, including a Security Program Questionnaire.
  • The government will review this documentation for selectable proposals. Failure to provide adequate plans may result in the proposal being considered unawardable.
  • Contractors will be required to provide annual S&T Protection updates.

• BAA Attachments Updated: Several attachments have been updated:

  • Attachment 1 – Model Contract (Annual Update)
  • Attachment 2 – Section K – Representations and Certificates (Annual Update)
  • Attachment 5 – CDRLs (New Technical Information Report – SF 424 (A016) and New Data Accession List (A017))
  • Attachment 7 – SOW Supplemental (Annual Update)

• Section I.5.h of the solicitation.

• Overview Information (Delivery Instructions and Contracting POC paragraphs).

• Attachments 1, 2, 5, and 7.

• Offerors must now include S&T protection documentation as part of their proposal submission.

• Specific forms (SF 424) and a Security Program Plan are required.

• The deadline for proposal submission is not explicitly changed by this amendment, but the requirements for submission have been updated.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies the CUI Classification for the Statement of Objectives. The controls have been changed FROM: Distribution/Dissemination Controls: NDP-1 TO: Distribution/Dissemination Controls: FEDCON (Federal Contractors).

• Statement of Objectives CUI Classification

No other changes were made to the Statement of Objectives, and therefore, no impact on proposal deadlines or requirements is indicated by this amendment.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the Air Force Research Laboratory's (AFRL) intent to conduct Security Risk Reviews for federally funded research. The purpose is to identify potential vectors of undue foreign influence in Department of the Air Force Science and Technology (S&T) research. AFRL will follow established policies and procedures for these reviews.

Applicants/Recipients and Offerors/Contractors are required to submit specific documentation with their application/proposal, including:

• For Grant or Cooperative Agreement (CA) applications:
  • Standard Form 424, "Research and Related Senior and Key Person Profile (Expanded)"
  • Security Program Questionnaire
  • "Privacy Act Statement" consent form for each Covered Individual.
• For Contract or Other Transaction Agreement (OTA) proposals:
  • Research and Related Senior and Key Person Profile Worksheet
  • Security Program Questionnaire
  • "Privacy Act Statement" consent form for each Covered Individual.

Not explicitly stated in this document, but it pertains to federally funded research awards.

• Applicants must certify that covered individuals are aware of disclosure requirements (42 U.S.C. § 6605) and potential liabilities for false representations.
• Applicants must establish internal processes to address foreign talent programs, conflicts of interest, and research integrity.
• Applicants must exercise due diligence to identify foreign components or participation in foreign government talent recruitment programs by Senior/Key Personnel.
• If a security risk is identified and exceeds the acceptable threshold, the applicant may be notified of award decline with rationale provided as Government OPSEC measures allow.

Not applicable. This document focuses on the security review process for all applicants.

• Nationality or citizenship is not a factor in the security risk reviews.

• The review process considers five potential risk factors: Foreign Talent Program, Funding, Foreign Institutions, Denied Entities, and U.S. Government Systems.

• During the period of performance, annual re-submission of the Research and Related Senior and Key Person Profile is required. New covered individuals require a new profile submission prior to continued performance.

• Applicants must notify the Contracting/Grants/Agreements Officer within 5 business days if they become aware of Senior/Key Research Personnel participating in a Foreign Government Talent Program or having Foreign Components with a strategic competitor.

• This requirement must be flowed down to all sub awardees/contractors with designated Senior/Key Research Personnel.

• Appendix 1: Standard Form 424, “Research and Related Senior and Key Person Profile (Expanded)

• Appendix 2: Security Program Questionnaire

• Appendix 3: Research and Related Senior and Key Person Profile Worksheet

• Appendix 4: "Privacy Act Statement” consent form

Other / Unclassified

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Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Security Program Questionnaire used to review the security program and practices of institutions receiving research funding. It is intended to be completed by collaborators and reviewed by the S&T Protection Lead.

The questionnaire includes fields for:

• Date Submitted
• Applicant Name
• CAGE Code/SCL and level (if applicable)
• Name and Title of the person completing the form

It then poses 13 detailed questions covering:

• Physical security plans
• Information security processes
• Information storage locations
• Procedures for transmission, transportation, disposal, and reproduction of information
• Safeguards for personnel accessing information
• Protection of Government Furnished Equipment/Information (GFE/GFI)
• Cybersecurity and network protection measures
• Operations security to prevent adversary access
• Insider threat deterrence, detection, and mitigation
• Procedures for handling compromised information
• Willingness to provide AFRL S&T Protection training

An area for additional comments is also provided.

Bidders responding to opportunities that require this questionnaire must complete it accurately. The responses will be used to assess the security posture and practices of the institution, which is critical for opportunities involving sensitive research or information. This document helps bidders understand the specific security requirements and compliance expectations.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Research and Related Senior and Key Person Profile Worksheet" used to collect detailed information about key personnel proposed for a contract. It is intended for use with FAR-Based Contracts.

• The worksheet requires the following information for a Project Director / Principal Investigator and up to five Senior / Key Persons:
  • First Name, Middle Name, Last Name, Suffix
  • Position / Title, Department, Organization Name, Division
  • Phone Number, Email Address, LinkedIn Profile
  • Project Role (e.g., PD / PI)
• Fields marked with an asterisk (*) are required items.

Bidders will need to complete this form accurately and thoroughly to identify and provide details on the senior and key personnel they are proposing to fulfill the requirements of the opportunity. This information is crucial for the government's evaluation of the proposed team's qualifications and experience.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Privacy Act Statement" for the Air Force Research Laboratory. It outlines the authority, purpose, routine uses, and consequences of not providing information related to applications for Federal research and development awards, grants, cooperative agreements, contracts, or other transaction agreements sponsored by the Department of the Air Force.

• Authority: Lists various laws, executive orders, and memoranda governing the collection and use of information.
• Purpose: Explains that the collected information is for processing, investigating, and maintaining records related to Air Force sponsored awards and agreements.
• Routine Uses: Details who the information may be shared with, including contractors, grantees, law enforcement, and other appropriate entities.
• Effect of not providing information: States that providing information is voluntary, but failure to comply with disclosure requirements (as per 42 U.S. Code § 6605) may result in civil or criminal remedies, including rejection of applications.
• Forms to complete: Includes fields for "Proposal Title," "Acknowledgment of consent," "Covered individual (Signature/Name print)," "Institution's Authorized Representative (Signature/Name print)," and "Institution Name."

Bidders must review and understand this statement to ensure they comply with the Air Force's requirements for information disclosure when submitting proposals or applications for research and development opportunities. Completing the acknowledgment of consent and providing the requested information is crucial for the application to be considered.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (Amendment 04) to Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) FA8650-22-S-1004, titled "Kaiju", updates the Contracting Points of Contact (POCs) for contracting.

• The "Delivery Instructions" paragraph under "Overview Information" has been updated to reflect new POCs.
• The "Address contracting questions to the Contracting POC" paragraph under "Overview Information" has been updated with revised POC details.

This amendment primarily concerns contact information and does not appear to modify proposal deadlines, requirements, or evaluation factors.

Amendment / Modification

• This amendment incorporates the full text of the clause FAR 52.204-27, "Prohibition on a ByteDance Covered Application (JUN 2023)" into the Model Contract, Section I.

• The clause defines "Covered application" as the social networking service TikTok or any successor application or service developed or provided by ByteDance Limited or an entity owned by ByteDance Limited.

• It also defines "Information technology" broadly.

• The prohibition, stemming from Division R of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023, and OMB Memorandum M-23-13, prohibits the presence or use of a covered application on executive agency information technology, including certain equipment used by Federal contractors.

• Contractors are prohibited from using a covered application on Government-owned or managed IT, or on IT used or provided by the Contractor under this contract, including employee-provided equipment.

• An exception may be granted only if the Contracting Officer provides written notification.

• The Contractor must insert the substance of this clause into all subcontracts.

• Model Contract, Section I (incorporation of FAR 52.204-27)

• No changes to proposal deadlines or evaluation factors are indicated. This amendment primarily addresses a new contractual requirement related to prohibited applications.