1202SA22R9801 WCF Aircraft Propeller_Amend002.pdf

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OFFEROR’S COPY

Issuing Office:

National Interagency Fire Center USDA/Forest Service, Contracting Owyhee Building, MS 1100 3833 S. Development Ave Boise, ID 83705-5354

This solicitation can be downloaded at https://www.sam.gov.

All offers must be registered in sam.gov to be eligible for an award.

Offers Are Solicited For:

WCF Aircraft Propeller

Solicitation:

1202SA22R9801

IMPORTANT – NOTICE TO ALL PROSPECTIVE OFFERORS

Proposals shall be emailed to the Contracting Officer, Delphine Arizana at delphine.arizana@usda.gov, by 1300 hours, MDT, January 23, 2023.

As part of its proposal, the Offeror shall complete/submit the following:

1. SF 1449, Blocks 17a, 30a-30c;

2. Fill in the appropriate information requested in Section B.1, Schedule of Items;

3. Provide your responses to Section E.3 Instructions to Offerors;

4. Contact information for an individual with the authority to bind (C. 22).

This solicitation neither commits the Government to pay any cost incurred in the submission of the offer or in making necessary studies or designs for preparing the offer, nor to contract for services or supplies. Any cost incurred in anticipation of a contract shall be at the Offeror’s own risk.

Offerors may contact the Contracting Officer, Delphine Arizana at delphine.arizana@usda.gov.

“The policy of the United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, disability, family status, and/or political affiliation.” Persons believing they have been discriminated against in any Forest Service related activity should write to: Chief, Forest Service, USDA, P.O. Box 96090, Washington, DC 20090-6090.

https://www.sam.gov/ mailto:delphine.arizana@usda.gov

Solicitation No. 1202SA22R9801_Amend. 02 U.S. Forest Service WCF Aircraft Propeller National Office

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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SECTION A - SOLICITATION/CONTRACT/ORDER FOR COMMERCIAL ITEMS

STANDARD FORM 1449

SECTION B - SECTION B SCHEDULE OF ITEMS/DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS

B.1 SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

B.2 BACKGROUND

B.3 SCOPE

B.4 CERTIFICATIONS

B.5 TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

B.6 PARTS AND MATERIAL

B.7 REPORTS AND RECORDS

B.8 INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS

B.9 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY

B.10 GOVERNMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

SECTION C - CONTRACT CLAUSES

C.1 52.212-4 - CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS - COMMERCIAL PRODUCT AND

COMMERCIAL SERVICES (DEVIATION 2017-1) (NOV 2021)

C.2 ADDENDUM TO FAR 52.212-4 (G) INVOICES

C.3 CONTRACT CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FAR 52.252-2) (FEB 1998)

C.4 52.212-5 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS REQUIRED TO IMPLEMENT STATUTES

OR EXECUTIVE ORDERS -- COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES

(OCT 2022) (DEVIATION 2017-1, DEVIATION APR 2020, AND DEVIATION JUL 2020)

C.5 ORDERING (FAR 52.216-18) (AUG 2020)

C.6 MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM CONTRACT AMOUNTS (AGAR 452.216-73) (FEB 1988)

C.7 ORDER LIMITATIONS (FAR 52.216-19) (1995)

C.8 INDEFINITE QUANTITY (52.216-22) (OCT 1995)

C.9 TASK-ORDER AND DELIVERY-ORDER OMBUDSMAN (52.216-32) (SEP 2019)

C.10 OPTION TO EXTEND SERVICES (FAR 52.217-8) (NOV 1999)

C.11 OPTION TO EXTEND THE TERM OF THE CONTRACT (FAR 52.217-9) (MAR 2000)

C.12 INDIVIDUALS AUTHORIZED TO PURCHASE UNDER THE CONTRACT

C.13 NOTICE OF CONTRACTOR PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT REPORTING SYSTEM (JULY

2010)

C.14 KEY PERSONNEL (AGAR 452.237-74) (FEB 1988)

C.15 INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE (AGAR 452.246-70) (FEB 1988)

C.16 ON-SITE REPRESENTATIVE/EMPLOYEES

C.17 GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED PROPERTY

C.18 TASK ORDERS (TO)

C.19 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

C.20 AGAR 452.204-70 MODIFICATION FOR CONTRACT CLOSEOUT (DEVIATION JULY 2022) 29

C.21 CONTRACTOR AUTHORIZED SIGNATURES

SECTION D - EXHIBITS/ATTACHMENTS

D.1 RESERVED (EXHIBITS/ ATTACHMENTS)

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SECTION E - SOLICITATION PROVISIONS

E.1 GENERAL INFORMATION

E.2 SIZE STANDARD AND NAICS CODE INFORMATION (AGAR 452.219-70) (SEP 2001)

E.3 SOLICITATION PROVISIONS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FAR 52.252-1) (FEB 1998)

E.4 52.212-1 - INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS – COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND

COMMERCIAL SERVICES (NOV 2021)(TAILORED)

E.5 EVALUATION—COMMERCIAL ITEMS (FAR 52.212-2 NOV 2021)(TAILORED)

E.6 INQUIRIES (AGAR 452.204-70) (FEB 1988)

E.7 OFFEROR REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS -- COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND

COMMERCIAL SERVICES (FAR 52.212-3) (MAY 2022)

E.8 AUTHORIZED DEVIATIONS IN PROVISIONS (FAR 52.252-5) (NOV 2020)

Solicitation No.1202SA22R9801_Amend. 02 U.S. Forest Service

SECTION B

SCHEDULE OF ITEMS/DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS

B.1 SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

(a) The offeror shall be a FAA certified repair station (CRS) and a Designated Overhaul Facility (DOF)/Recommended Service Facility (RSF) for at least one of the propeller model derivatives listed in the table below. They will provide commercial propeller overhaul and repair services for USDA Forest Service fleet aircraft propellers.

(b) The table shows the overhauls anticipated but not guaranteed over the 5-year contract period.

Propeller Model Current FS Operational

Inventory Projected Overhauls

HC-B5MP-3C 20 20

HC-B3TN-3D 4 4

HC-E4N-3A 2 2

HC-E4N-3P 2 2

HC-B3R30-4B 4 4

4HFR34C754-1 2 2

D3A34C402-B 1 1

(c) Travel – Any travel expenses shall be reimbursed in accordance with the Federal Travel Regulations. https://www.gsa.gov/policy-regulations/regulations/federal-travel-regulation

(d) Pricing - The Offeror must provide pricing for all years and all line items to be eligible for award. Contractor's rates shall be fully burdened.

SCHEDULE OF ITEMS:

Schedule of Pricing Base Year (February 1, 2023-January 31, 2024)

CLIN

Service or Product Estimated

Quantity

Rate Extended Amount

0001AA Basic Propeller Overhaul Propeller Model HC-B5MP-3C (Per Job) 4 Each $ $

0001AB Basic Propeller Overhaul Propeller Model HC-B3TN-3D (Per Job) 1 Each $ $

0001AC Basic Propeller Overhaul Propeller Model HC-E4N-3A (Per Job) 1 Each $ $

0001AD Basic Propeller Overhaul Propeller Model HC-E4N-3P (Per Job) 1 Each $ $

0001AE Basic Propeller Overhaul Propeller Model HC-B3R30-4B (Per Job) 1 Each $ $

0001AF Basic Propeller Overhaul Propeller Model 4HFR34C754-1 (Per Job) 1 Each $ $

0001AG Basic Propeller Overhaul Propeller Model D3A34C402-B (Per Job) 1 Each $ $

0001AH SHOP LABOR - Normal Hours (hourly rate) 150 Hours $ $

0001AI SHOP LABOR- OT Hours (hourly rate) 10 $ $

0001AJ SHOP LABOR- Sunday/Holiday (hourly rate) 10 $ $

0001AK On-Site Technical Support – Normal Hours (hourly Rate) 10 $ $

0001AL On-Site Technical Support – OT Hours (hourly Rate) 10 $ $

0001AM On-Site Technical Support – Sunday/Holiday (hourly Rate) 10 $ $

0001AN On-Site Technical Support During Travel Periods Separate from Actual On-site

10 $ $

0001AO On-Site Technical Support During Travel Periods Separate from Actual On-site Support – OT Hours (hourly rate)

10 $ $

0001AP On-Site Technical Support During Travel Periods Separate from Actual On-site Support – Sunday/Holiday (hourly rate)

10 $ $

0001AQ New Parts Discount (%) Off of List Price1 TBD %

0001AR Exchange Parts Discount (%) Off of List Price1 TBD %

0001AS Shipping Charges -Freight on board (FOB) Destination - ground conveyance. Cost to be determined at Task Order Level

0001AT Travel Expenses TBD at Task Order Level2

Total Estimated Price Base Year $

1 All parts and subcontracted services shall be paid for at a maximum of list price less the percentage indicated to cover material handling charges, which should include indirect costs including G & A costs allocated to direct material that are not included in any hourly rates or flat rates.

2 Travel – Any travel expenses shall be reimbursed in accordance with the Federal Travel Regulations.

Schedule of Pricing Option Year 1 (February 1, 2024-January 31, 2025)

CLIN

Service or Product Estimated

Quantity

Rate Extended Amount

1001AA Basic Propeller Overhaul Propeller Model HC-B5MP-3C (Per Job) 4 Each $ $

1001AB Basic Propeller Overhaul Propeller Model HC-B3TN-3D (Per Job) 1 Each $ $

1001AC Basic Propeller Overhaul Propeller Model HC-E4N-3A (Per Job) 1 Each $ $

1001AD Basic Propeller Overhaul Propeller Model HC-E4N-3P (Per Job) 1 Each $ $

1001AE Basic Propeller Overhaul Propeller Model HC-B3R30-4B (Per Job) 1 Each $ $

1001AF Basic Propeller Overhaul Propeller Model 4HFR34C754-1 (Per Job) 1 Each $ $

1001AG Basic Propeller Overhaul Propeller Model D3A34C402-B (Per Job) 1 Each $ $

1001AH SHOP LABOR - Normal Hours (hourly rate) 150 Hours $ $

1001AI SHOP LABOR- OT Hours (hourly rate) 10 $ $

1001AJ SHOP LABOR- Sunday/Holiday (hourly rate) 10 $ $

1001AK On-Site Technical Support – Normal Hours (hourly Rate) 10 $ $

1001AL On-Site Technical Support – OT Hours (hourly Rate) 10 $ $

1001AM On-Site Technical Support – Sunday/Holiday (hourly Rate) 10 $ $

1001AN On-Site Technical Support During Travel Periods Separate from Actual On-site

10 $ $

1001AO On-Site Technical Support During Travel Periods Separate from Actual On-site Support – OT Hours (hourly rate)

10 $ $

1001AP On-Site Technical Support During Travel Periods Separate from Actual On-site Support – Sunday/Holiday (hourly rate)

10 $ $

1001AQ New Parts Discount (%) Off of List Price1 TBD %

1001AR Exchange Parts Discount (%) Off of List Price1 TBD %

1001AS Shipping Charges -Freight on board (FOB) Destination - ground

1001AT Travel Expenses TBD at Task Order Level2

Total Estimated Price Option Year 1 $

1 All parts and subcontracted services shall be paid for at a maximum of list price less the percentage indicated to cover material handling charges, which should include indirect costs including G & A costs allocated to direct material that are not

2 Travel – Any travel expenses shall be reimbursed in accordance with the Federal Travel Regulations.

Schedule of Pricing Option Year 2 (February 1, 2025-January 31, 2026)

Service or Product Estimated

Quantity

Rate Extended Amount

2001AA Basic Propeller Overhaul Propeller Model HC-B5MP-3C (Per Job) 4 Each $ $

2001AB Basic Propeller Overhaul Propeller Model HC-B3TN-3D (Per Job) 1 Each $ $

2001AC Basic Propeller Overhaul Propeller Model HC-E4N-3A (Per Job) 1 Each $ $

2001AD Basic Propeller Overhaul Propeller Model HC-E4N-3P (Per Job) 1 Each $ $

2001AE Basic Propeller Overhaul Propeller Model HC-B3R30-4B (Per Job) 1 Each $ $

2001AF Basic Propeller Overhaul Propeller Model 4HFR34C754-1 (Per Job) 1 Each $ $

2001AG Basic Propeller Overhaul Propeller Model D3A34C402-B (Per Job) 1 Each $ $

2001AH SHOP LABOR - Normal Hours (hourly rate) 150 Hours $ $

2001AI SHOP LABOR- OT Hours (hourly rate) 10 $ $

2001AJ SHOP LABOR- Sunday/Holiday (hourly rate) 10 $ $

2001AK On-Site Technical Support – Normal Hours (hourly Rate) 10 $ $

2001AL On-Site Technical Support – OT Hours (hourly Rate) 10 $ $

2001AM On-Site Technical Support – Sunday/Holiday (hourly Rate) 10 $ $

2001AN On-Site Technical Support During Travel Periods Separate from Actual On-site

10 $ $

2001AO On-Site Technical Support During Travel Periods Separate from Actual On-site Support – OT Hours (hourly rate)

10 $ $

2001AP On-Site Technical Support During Travel Periods Separate from Actual On-site Support – Sunday/Holiday (hourly rate)

10 $ $

2001AQ New Parts Discount (%) Off of List Price1 TBD %

2001AR Exchange Parts Discount (%) Off of List Price1 TBD %

3001AS Shipping Charges -Freight on board (FOB) Destination - ground

2001AT Travel Expenses TBD at Task Order Level2

Total Estimated Price Option Year 2 $

1 All parts and subcontracted services shall be paid for at a maximum of list price less the percentage indicated to cover material handling charges, which should include indirect costs including G & A costs allocated to direct material that are not

2 Travel – Any travel expenses shall be reimbursed in accordance with the Federal Travel Regulations.

Schedule of Pricing Option Year 3 (February 1, 2026-January 31, 2027)

Service or Product Estimated

Quantity

Rate Extended Amount

3001AA Basic Propeller Overhaul Propeller Model HC-B5MP-3C (Per Job) 4 Each $ $

3001AB Basic Propeller Overhaul Propeller Model HC-B3TN-3D (Per Job) 1 Each $ $

3001AC Basic Propeller Overhaul Propeller Model HC-E4N-3A (Per Job) 1 Each $ $

3001AD Basic Propeller Overhaul Propeller Model HC-E4N-3P (Per Job) 1 Each $ $

3001AE Basic Propeller Overhaul Propeller Model HC-B3R30-4B (Per Job) 1 Each $ $

3001AF Basic Propeller Overhaul Propeller Model 4HFR34C754-1 (Per Job) 1 Each $ $

3001AG Basic Propeller Overhaul Propeller Model D3A34C402-B (Per Job) 1 Each $ $

3001AH SHOP LABOR - Normal Hours (hourly rate) 150 Hours $ $

3001AI SHOP LABOR- OT Hours (hourly rate) 10 $ $

3001AJ SHOP LABOR- Sunday/Holiday (hourly rate) 10 $ $

3001AK On-Site Technical Support – Normal Hours (hourly Rate) 10 $ $

3001AL On-Site Technical Support – OT Hours (hourly Rate) 10 $ $

3001AM On-Site Technical Support – Sunday/Holiday (hourly Rate) 10 $ $

3001AN On-Site Technical Support During Travel Periods Separate from Actual On-site

10 $ $

3001AO On-Site Technical Support During Travel Periods Separate from Actual On-site Support – OT Hours (hourly rate)

10 $ $

3001AP On-Site Technical Support During Travel Periods Separate from Actual On-site Support – Sunday/Holiday (hourly rate)

10 $ $

3001AQ New Parts Discount (%) Off of List Price1 TBD %

3001AR Exchange Parts Discount (%) Off of List Price1 TBD %

3001AS Shipping Charges -Freight on board (FOB) Destination - ground

3001AT Travel Expenses TBD at Task Order Level2

Total Estimated Price Option Year 3 $

1 All parts and subcontracted services shall be paid for at a maximum of list price less the percentage indicated to cover material handling charges, which should include indirect costs including G & A costs allocated to direct material that are not

2 Travel – Any travel expenses shall be reimbursed in accordance with the Federal Travel Regulations.

Schedule of Pricing Option Year 4 (February 1, 2027-January 31, 2028)

Service or Product Estimated

Quantity

Rate Extended Amount

4001AA Basic Propeller Overhaul Propeller Model HC-B5MP-3C (Per Job) 4 Each $ $

4001AB Basic Propeller Overhaul Propeller Model HC-B3TN-3D (Per Job) 1 Each $ $

4001AC Basic Propeller Overhaul Propeller Model HC-E4N-3A (Per Job) 1 Each $ $

4001AD Basic Propeller Overhaul Propeller Model HC-E4N-3P (Per Job) 1 Each $ $

4001AE Basic Propeller Overhaul Propeller Model HC-B3R30-4B (Per Job) 1 Each $ $

4001AF Basic Propeller Overhaul Propeller Model 4HFR34C754-1 (Per Job) 1 Each $ $

4001AG Basic Propeller Overhaul Propeller Model D3A34C402-B (Per Job) 1 Each $ $

4001AH SHOP LABOR - Normal Hours (hourly rate) 150 Hours $ $

4001AI SHOP LABOR- OT Hours (hourly rate) 10 $ $

4001AJ SHOP LABOR- Sunday/Holiday (hourly rate) 10 $ $

4001AK On-Site Technical Support – Normal Hours (hourly Rate) 10 $ $

4001AL On-Site Technical Support – OT Hours (hourly Rate) 10 $ $

4001AM On-Site Technical Support – Sunday/Holiday (hourly Rate) 10 $ $

4001AN On-Site Technical Support During Travel Periods Separate from Actual On-site

10 $ $

4001AO On-Site Technical Support During Travel Periods Separate from Actual On-site Support – OT Hours (hourly rate)

10 $ $

4001AP On-Site Technical Support During Travel Periods Separate from Actual On-site Support – Sunday/Holiday (hourly rate)

10 $ $

4001AQ New Parts Discount (%) Off of List Price1 TBD %

4001AR Exchange Parts Discount (%) Off of List Price1 TBD %

4001AS Shipping Charges -Freight on board (FOB) Destination - ground

4001AT Travel Expenses TBD at Task Order Level2

Total Estimated Price Option Year 4 $

1 All parts and subcontracted services shall be paid for at a maximum of list price less the percentage indicated to cover material handling charges, which should include indirect costs including G & A costs allocated to direct material that are not

2 Travel – Any travel expenses shall be reimbursed in accordance with the Federal Travel Regulations.

B.2 BACKGROUND

(a) The Government operates a fleet of various aircraft in support of the diverse missions it performs in support of our goal to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of the Nation’s forests and grasslands to meet the needs of present and future generations.

(b) The USDA Forest Service commitment to land stewardship and public service is the framework within which natural resources are managed. Implicit in this statement is the agency’s collaboration with partners and the public.

(c) As the lead Federal agency in natural resource conservation, the USDA Forest Service provides leadership in the protection, management, and use of the Nation’s Forest, rangeland, and aquatic ecosystems. Our ecosystem approach to management integrates ecological, economic, and social factors to maintain and enhance the quality of the environment to meet current and future needs. Through implementation of land and resource management plans, the agency ensures sustainable ecosystems by restoring and maintaining species diversity and ecological productivity that helps provide recreation, water, timber, minerals, fish, wildlife, wilderness, and aesthetic values for current and future generations of people. The establishment of a good working relationship between the Contractor and Government is essential to the success of this agreement. The Contractor’s employees' cooperation, professionalism, and positive attitude are required to establish the necessary relationship that must exist to successfully complete this contract.

B.3 SCOPE

(a) The following Propellers will be covered under this contract: HC-B5MP-3C, HC-B3TN-3D, HC-E4N-3A, HC-B3R30-4B, HC-E4N-3P, 4HFR34C754-1, and D3A34C402-B.

(b) Services - The Contractor shall provide the following services on propellers model derivates that they meet the certification requirements of section B.4 (a), as ordered by the Government:

(1) Propeller Overhaul – a basic propeller overhaul shall include the following:

(i) 100% replacement parts kit, consumables, QA release, acceptance inspection, teardown disassembly, cleaning inspection and reassembly, test on a test bench, long term preservation, preparation for shipment and any additional reporting requirements as determined in individual task orders. This shall be accomplished IAW manufacturer’s overhaul instructions.

(ii) All service bulletins will be negotiated with the government for determination of embodiment and priced separately. Any additional parts replacement and/or repair, to include the labor for same shall be priced separately “over and above” the price of the overhaul.

(2) Repair and other Technical Support - These types of services required include, but are not limited to; inspection, re-seal, maintenance, installation, rigging, modification rebuilding, and alteration of propellers and sub components. Individual orders may include any of the above at the offeror’s facility or at an aircraft at a remote airport or Forest Service facility.

(3) Parts

The Contractor may be tasked to fulfill parts only purchases in addition to parts purchased in connection with an overhaul or repair.

(i) Parts only purchases will be via Task Order and separate from any service Task Order.

(ii) All quotes for parts must be accompanied by subcontractor quotes/invoices.

All parts shall be paid for at a maximum of actual cost plus/minus the percentage of markup/discount as indicated in the Schedule of Items, to cover all material handling charges, which shall include all indirect costs including G & A costs allocated to direct material that are not included in any hourly rates or flat rates.

The percentage of markup will be capped at $1,500.00 per parts order, without prior written approval of the Contracting Officer.

(c) Warranties - Contractor must provide warranty repair/replacement for work accomplished that is equal to or greater than that offered to the public.

(d) When the need for services arises, a statement of work will be issued as a request for proposals to all contract holders and all work will be authorized through issuance of a task order. A task order for services will be issued to cover shipping costs and the authorization to perform teardown and evaluation of the engine. A detailed inspection report shall be submitted to the government that details life limited components dimensional limits and the service and new limits for each life limited part(s). Subsequently, once these tasks have been performed, the task order will be modified to cover the additional work to be performed and the cost for parts which need to be replaced. As such, the pricing to do a Basic Propeller Overhaul shall only include the consumables (or kit parts) which are known to be required. Any other parts replacements (either new or exchange) will be covered via a subsequent modification to the task order.

B.4 CERTIFICATIONS

(a) The offeror shall be an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) approved Designated Overhaul Facility (DOF)/Recommended Service Facility (RSF) for the propeller model derivative they will perform Services on under section B.3 (b). They shall also be a FAA certified repair station (CRS) with either an appropriate class or limited rating for the individual make and model of propeller, or component part to be maintained. The contractor(s) must possess and maintain FAA privileges for the return to service of the propeller, related parts in accordance with 14 CFR 145.201.

(b) All maintenance must be performed and recorded in accordance with 14 CFR Parts 39, 43, 91 and 145.

(c) Propeller and component manufacturers technical data, applicable FAA Airworthiness Directives, and service information considered mandatory by the aircraft, propeller manufacturer, as well as any USDA Forest Service supplements to those instructions and manuals shall be adhered to unless otherwise ordered by the Contracting Officer.

(d) The Contractor(s) may have agreements with other appropriately rated facilities (subcontractors) for the performance of maintenance on those items that the Contractor is not rated. The Government shall approve any subcontracted service prior to the Contractor's obtaining that service.

B.5 TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

(a) The Contractor’s maintenance facility must be a permanent facility that is environmentally controlled, secure from unauthorized persons.

(b) All issued task orders shall be performed in accordance with the applicable Federal Aviation Regulations. The Government operates their aircraft in accordance with 14 CFR Part 91, Forest Service Policy and Federal Management Regulation (FMR) 102.33.

(c) The Contractor shall have current manuals, technical data, calibrated special tools, and appropriately trained personnel required to perform the services ordered.

(d) The contractor shall be responsible for the proper execution and disposition of all FAA and USFS required maintenance records for the work they perform on propellers or aircraft they are tasked to perform. Aircraft / propeller records shall be maintained in accordance with AC43-9C or later revision. The tracking of the propeller being maintained requires sharing of these records and close cooperation with the contracting officer’s representative (COR) assigned.

(e) Overhauls, inspections, and repair shall be accomplished in accordance with the applicable most recent revision of the manufacturer technical data, as applicable, unless otherwise directed by the government.

(f) The contractor shall submit a detailed invoice, maintenance record and/or document copies to the COR in a timely manner following maintenance. This information shall be properly documented, signed, and include other supporting documentation as required.

(g) The Contractor shall allow Government personnel access to the CRS facility and/or Forest Service propellers during working hours for the purpose of monitoring work.

B.6 PARTS AND MATERIAL

(a) Parts required to support orders for service will be furnished either by the Contractor or by the Government at the Government’s option, as stated on the task order.

(b) Parts, components, and materials utilized shall be approved by the Federal Aviation Administration, Manufacturer and/or the USDA Forest Service. All parts and components shall be accompanied with proper documentation such as FAA Form 8130-3, manufacturer’s tag, work order or acceptable maintenance release. Documentation shall identify total time in service if a life-limited part and time since overhaul if applicable.

(c) Parts, components, and materials removed from the aircraft and replaced shall remain the property of the Government until the Contracting Officer authorizes their disposition in writing as an exchange item or scrap in accordance with 52.245-1, Alternate 1 Government Property.

Items not authorized for disposition will be released to the Government. The Contractor shall identify to the Contracting Officer’s Representative, those items that the Contractor believes to be the cause of a failure or malfunction.

B.7 REPORTS AND RECORDS

(a) The Government shall provide current historical records to the Contractor at the time that maintenance is performed and upon delivery to the Contractor(s) of the propeller they are directed to maintain and or parts and accessories to be use during the assigned maintenance.

(b) The Contractor shall enter in the historical records all Airworthiness Directives, Manufacturers Service Bulletins or other modifications, and all significant maintenance actions accomplished.

(c) The Contractor shall further record whether such repairs or modifications were performed under manufacturer specifications, FAA specifications, an engineering order, or by replacement of parts.

(d) The Contractor shall record as “previously complied with” all Modifications, Airworthiness Directives and Service Bulletins that have been found to be previously accomplished but not recorded and document the log entry or other data that shows the specific method or action that shows compliance.

(e) All maintenance performed shall be recorded in accordance with Federal Aviation Regulations Part 43 and Federal Aviation Regulations Part 91, including time-in-service, cycles in service, etc.

(f) All repairable parts or components removed for replacement shall be identified and documentation attached, as to the aircraft or engine removed from, date and aircraft time when removed, the part condition or reason removed and part total time and cycles, time since last overhaul as applicable if a life-limited part. These parts shall be returned to the Government.

B.8 INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS

(a) The Contractor shall be liable and responsible for Government property in their possession which means when a propeller they have been directed to maintain is at their CRS facility or when one of their employees is towing, operating or taxing an aircraft they have been directed to maintain. At a minimum, the Contractor shall provide insurance coverage of a sufficient amount to cover the replacement cost of the Government propeller being maintained.

B.9 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY

The Government may deliver to the Contractor the following Government owned propeller models: HC-B5MP-3C, HC-B3TN-3D, HC-E4N-3A, HC-B3R30-4B, HC-E4N-3P, 4HFR34C754- 1, D3A34C402-B and, D3A32C88-MR. The Contractor shall be liable and responsible for Government property in their possession at their CRS facility or when one of their employees is in the field repairing a propeller.

B.10 GOVERNMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

The Government shall:

(a) Attempt to give the Contractor at least 5 calendar days’ notice prior to delivery of any propeller overhaul, inspection and or repair to their CRS facility. However, there may be instances where the Government cannot meet this time frame.

(b) Negotiate an agreed-upon length of time for completion of work for each order.

(c) Provide records that reflect the status of the propeller at the time of delivery to the Contractor’s CRS facility.

(d) Provide detailed information regarding the propeller, parts or accessories, if provided to the Contractor.

(e) Identify the Forest Service COR.

SECTION C

CONTRACT CLAUSES

C.1 52.212-4 - CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS - COMMERCIAL PRODUCT AND

COMMERCIAL SERVICES (DEVIATION 2017-1) (NOV 2021)

(a) Inspection/Acceptance. The Contractor shall only tender for acceptance those items that conform to the requirements of this contract. The Government reserves the right to inspect or test any supplies or services that have been tendered for acceptance. The Government may require repair or replacement of nonconforming supplies or reperformance of nonconforming services at no increase in contract price. If repair/replacement or reperformance will not correct the defects or is not possible, the government may seek an equitable price reduction or adequate consideration for acceptance of nonconforming supplies or services. The Government must exercise its post-acceptance rights --

(1) Within a reasonable time after the defect was discovered or should have been discovered; and

(2) Before any substantial change occurs in the condition of the item, unless the change is due to the defect in the item.

(b) Assignment. The Contractor or its assignee may assign its rights to receive payment due as a result of performance of this contract to a bank, trust company, or other financing institution, including any Federal lending agency in accordance with the Assignment of Claims Act (31 U.S.C.3727). However, when a third party makes payment (e.g., use of the Governmentwide commercial purchase card), the Contractor may not assign its rights to receive payment under this contract.

(c) Changes. Changes in the terms and conditions of this contract may be made only by written agreement of the parties.

(d) Disputes. This contract is subject to 41 U.S.C. chapter 71,Contract Disputes. Failure of the parties to this contract to reach agreement on any request for equitable adjustment, claim, appeal or action arising under or relating to this contract shall be a dispute to be resolved in accordance with the clause at Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 52.233-1, Disputes, which is incorporated herein by reference. The Contractor shall proceed diligently with performance of this contract, pending final resolution of any dispute arising under the contract.

(e) Definitions. The clause at FAR 52.202-1, Definitions, is incorporated herein by reference.

(f) Excusable delays. The Contractor shall be liable for default unless nonperformance is caused by an occurrence beyond the reasonable control of the Contractor and without its fault or negligence such as, acts of God or the public enemy, acts of the Government in either its sovereign or contractual capacity, fires, floods, epidemics, quarantine restrictions, strikes, unusually severe weather, and delays of common carriers. The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer in writing as soon as it is reasonably possible after the commencement of any excusable delay, setting forth the full particulars in connection therewith, shall remedy such occurrence with all reasonable dispatch, and shall promptly give written notice to the Contracting Officer of the cessation of such occurrence.

(g) Invoice.

(1) The Contractor shall submit an original invoice and three copies (or electronic invoice, if authorized) to the address designated in the contract to receive invoices. An invoice must include --

(i) Name and address of the Contractor;

(ii) Invoice date and number;

(iii) Contract number, line item number and, if applicable, the order number;

(iv) Description, quantity, unit of measure, unit price and extended price of the items delivered;

(v) Shipping number and date of shipment, including the bill of lading number and weight of shipment if shipped on Government bill of lading;

(vi) Terms of any discount for prompt payment offered;

(vii) Name and address of official to whom payment is to be sent;

(viii) Name, title, and phone number of person to notify in event of defective invoice; and

(ix) Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN). The Contractor shall include its TIN on the invoice only if required elsewhere in this contract.

(x) Electronic funds transfer (EFT) banking information.

(A) The Contractor shall include EFT banking information on the invoice only if required elsewhere in this contract.

(B) If EFT banking information is not required to be on the invoice, in order for the invoice to be a proper invoice, the Contractor shall have submitted correct EFT banking information in accordance with the applicable solicitation provision, contract clause (e.g., 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer— System for Award Management, or 52.232-34, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer—Other Than System for Award Management), or applicable agency procedures.

(C) EFT banking information is not required if the Government waived the requirement to pay by EFT.

(2) Invoices will be handled in accordance with the Prompt Payment Act (31 U.S.C.

3903) and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) prompt payment regulations at 5 CFR part 1315.

(h) Patent indemnity. The Contractor shall indemnify the Government and its officers, employees and agents against liability, including costs, for actual or alleged direct or contributory infringement of, or inducement to infringe, any United States or foreign patent, trademark or copyright, arising out of the performance of this contract, provided the Contractor is reasonably notified of such claims and proceedings.

(i) Payment.

(1) Items accepted. Payment shall be made for items accepted by the Government that have been delivered to the delivery destinations set forth in this contract.

(2) Prompt Payment. The Government will make payment in accordance with the Prompt Payment Act (31 U.S.C. 3903) and prompt payment regulations at 5 CFR Part 1315.

(3) Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). If the Government makes payment by EFT, see 52.212-5(b) for the appropriate EFT clause.

(4) Discount. In connection with any discount offered for early payment, time shall be computed from the date of the invoice. For the purpose of computing the discount earned, payment shall be considered to have been made on the date which appears on the payment check or the specified payment date if an electronic funds transfer payment is made.

(5) Overpayments. If the Contractor becomes aware of a duplicate contract financing or invoice payment or that the Government has otherwise overpaid on a contract financing or invoice payment, the Contractor shall—

(i) Remit the overpayment amount to the payment office cited in the contract along with a description of the overpayment including the—

(A) Circumstances of the overpayment (e.g., duplicate payment, erroneous payment, liquidation errors, date(s) of overpayment);

(B) Affected contract number and delivery order number, if applicable;

(C) Affected line item or subline item, if applicable; and

(D) Contractor point of contact.

(ii) Provide a copy of the remittance and supporting documentation to the Contracting Officer.

(6) Interest.

(i) All amounts that become payable by the Contractor to the Government under this contract shall bear simple interest from the date due until paid unless paid within 30 days of becoming due. The interest rate shall be the interest rate established by the Secretary of the Treasury as provided in 41 U.S.C. 7109, which is applicable to the period in which the amount becomes due, as provided in (i)(6)(v) of this clause, and then at the rate applicable for each six-month period at fixed by the Secretary until the amount is paid.

(ii) The Government may issue a demand for payment to the Contractor upon finding a debt is due under the contract.

(iii) Final decisions. The Contracting Officer will issue a final decision as required by 33.211 if—

(A) The Contracting Officer and the Contractor are unable to reach agreement on the existence or amount of a debt within 30 days;

(B) The Contractor fails to liquidate a debt previously demanded by the Contracting Officer within the timeline specified in the demand for payment unless the amounts were not repaid because the Contractor has requested an installment payment agreement; or

(C) The Contractor requests a deferment of collection on a debt previously demanded by the Contracting Officer (see 32.607-2).

(iv) If a demand for payment was previously issued for the debt, the demand for payment included in the final decision shall identify the same due date as the original demand for payment.

(v) Amounts shall be due at the earliest of the following dates:

(A) The date fixed under this contract.

(B) The date of the first written demand for payment, including any demand for payment resulting from a default termination.

(vi) The interest charge shall be computed for the actual number of calendar days involved beginning on the due date and ending on—

(A) The date on which the designated office receives payment from the Contractor;

(B) The date of issuance of a Government check to the Contractor from which an amount otherwise payable has been withheld as a credit against the contract debt; or

(C) The date on which an amount withheld and applied to the contract debt would otherwise have become payable to the Contractor.

(vii) The interest charge made under this clause may be reduced under the procedures prescribed in FAR 32.608-2 in effect on the date of this contract.

(j) Risk of loss. Unless the contract specifically provides otherwise, risk of loss or damage to the supplies provided under this contract shall remain with the Contractor until, and shall pass to the Government upon:

(1) Delivery of the supplies to a carrier, if transportation is f.o.b. origin; or

(2) Delivery of the supplies to the Government at the destination specified in the contract, if transportation is f.o.b. destination.

(k) Taxes. The contract price includes all applicable Federal, State, and local taxes and duties.

(l) Termination for the Government’s convenience. The Government reserves the right to terminate this contract, or any part hereof, for its sole convenience. In the event of such termination, the Contractor shall immediately stop all work hereunder and shall immediately cause any and all of its suppliers and subcontractors to cease work. Subject to the terms of this contract, the Contractor shall be paid a percentage of the contract price reflecting the percentage of the work performed prior to the notice of termination, plus reasonable charges the Contractor can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the Government using its standard record keeping system, have resulted from the termination. The Contractor shall not be required to comply with the cost accounting standards or contract cost principles for this purpose. This paragraph does not give the Government any right to audit the Contractor’s records. The Contractor shall not be paid for any work performed or costs incurred which reasonably could have been avoided.

(m) Termination for cause. The Government may terminate this contract, or any part hereof, for cause in the event of any default by the Contractor, or if the Contractor fails to comply with any contract terms and conditions, or fails to provide the Government, upon request, with adequate assurances of future performance. In the event of termination for cause, the Government shall not be liable to the Contractor for any amount for supplies or services not accepted, and the Contractor shall be liable to the Government for any and all rights and remedies provided by law. If it is determined that the Government improperly terminated this contract for default, such termination shall be deemed a termination for convenience.

(n) Title. Unless specified elsewhere in this contract, title to items furnished under this contract shall pass to the Government upon acceptance, regardless of when or where the Government takes physical possession.

(o) Warranty. The Contractor warrants and implies that the items delivered hereunder are merchantable and fit for use for the particular purpose described in this contract.

(p) Limitation of liability. Except as otherwise provided by an express warranty, the Contractor will not be liable to the Government for consequential damages resulting from any defect or deficiencies in accepted items.

(q) Other compliances. The Contractor shall comply with all applicable Federal, State and local laws, executive orders, rules and regulations applicable to its performance under this contract.

(r) Compliance with laws unique to Government contracts. The Contractor agrees to comply with 31 U.S.C. 1352 relating to limitations on the use of appropriated funds to influence certain Federal contracts; 18 U.S.C. 431 relating to officials not to benefit; 40 U.S.C. chapter 37, Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards; 41 U.S.C. chapter 87, Kickbacks; 10 U.S.C. 2409 relating to whistleblower protections; 49 U.S.C. 40118, Fly American; and 41 U.S.C. chapter 21 relating to procurement integrity.

(s) Order of precedence. Any inconsistencies in this solicitation or contract shall be resolved by giving precedence in the following order:

(1) The schedule of supplies/services.

(2) The Assignments, Disputes, Payments, Invoice, Other Compliances, Compliance with Laws Unique to Government Contracts, and Unauthorized Obligations paragraphs of this clause.

(3) The clause at 52.212-5.

(4) Addenda to this solicitation or contract, including any license agreements for computer software.

(5) Solicitation provisions if this is a solicitation.

(6) Other paragraphs of this clause.

(7) The Standard Form 1449.

(8) Other documents, exhibits, and attachments.

(9) The specification.

(t) Reserved

(u) Unauthorized Obligations.

(1) Except as stated in paragraph (u)(2) of this clause, when any supply or service acquired under this contract is subject to any End Use License Agreement (EULA), Terms of Service (TOS), or similar legal instrument or agreement, that includes any clause requiring the Government to indemnify the Contractor or any person or entity for damages, costs, fees, or any other loss or liability that would create an Anti-Deficiency Act violation (31 U.S.C. 1341), the following shall govern:

(i) Any such clause is unenforceable against the Government.

(ii) Neither the Government nor any Government authorized end user shall be deemed to have agreed to such clause by virtue of it appearing in the EULA, TOS, or similar legal instrument or agreement. If the EULA, TOS, or similar legal instrument or agreement is invoked through an “I agree” click box or other comparable mechanism (e.g., “click-wrap” or “browse-wrap” agreements), execution does not bind the Government or any Government authorized end user to such clause.

(iii) Any such clause is deemed to be stricken from the EULA, TOS, or similar legal instrument or agreement.

(2) Paragraph (u)(1) of this clause does not apply to indemnification by the Government that is expressly authorized by statute and specifically authorized under applicable agency regulations and procedures.

(v) Incorporation by reference. The Contractor’s representations and certifications, including those completed electronically via the System for Award Management (SAM), are incorporated by reference into the contract.

C.2 ADDENDUM TO FAR 52.212-4 (G) INVOICES

Invoices in support of the US Forest Service shall be submitted to the following:

The Contractor must follow the instructions on how to register and submit invoices via the Department of Treasury’s Internet Payment Platform (IPP) as prescribed in the previous communications from USDA and Treasury. All invoices are to be submitted via the electronic invoice processing platform. This is a mandatory requirement initiated by the U.S. Department of Treasury and you can find more information at this website https://www.ipp.gov/index.htm.

Please make sure that your company has registered at https://www.ipp.gov/vendors/enrollment-vendors.htm to establish your account.

C.3 CONTRACT CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FAR 52.252-2) (FEB 1998)

This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es):

Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Clauses:

https://www.acquisition.gov/browse/index/far (FAR clauses begin with 52)

Department of Agriculture Acquisition Regulation (AGAR) Clauses:

https://www.acquisition.gov/agar (AGAR clauses begin with 452)

Deviations to clauses may be viewed at:

https://www.dm.usda.gov/procurement/policy/FARClassDeviations.htm

FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION (48 CFR CHAPTER 1) CLAUSES

52.204-4 Printed or Copied Double-Sided on Recycled Paper (MAY 2011)

52.204-7 System for Award Management (OCT 2018)

52.204-13 System for Award Management Maintenance (OCT 2018)

52.204-18 Commercial and Government Entity Code Maintenance (AUG 2020)

52.232-37 Multiple Payment Arrangements (MAY 1999)

52.245-1 Government Property (SEP 2021) https://www.acquisition.gov/browse/index/far https://www.acquisition.gov/agar https://www.dm.usda.gov/procurement/policy/FARClassDeviations.htm

C.4 52.212-5 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS REQUIRED TO IMPLEMENT STATUTES OR

EXECUTIVE ORDERS -- COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (OCT

2022) (DEVIATION 2017-1, DEVIATION APR 2020, AND DEVIATION JUL 2020)

(a) The Contractor shall comply with the following Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses, which are incorporated in this contract by reference, to implement provisions of law or Executive orders applicable to acquisitions of commercial products and commercial services:

(1) 52.203-19, Prohibition on Requiring Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements (Jan 2017) (section 743 of Division E, Title VII, of the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act 2015 (Pub. L. 113-235) and its successor provisions in subsequent appropriations acts (and as extended in continuing resolutions)).

(2) 52.204-23, Prohibition on Contracting for Hardware, Software, and Services Developed or Provided by Kaspersky Lab and Other Covered Entities (Nov 2021) (Section 1634 of Pub. L. 115-91).

(3) 52.204-25, Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment. (NOV 2021) (Section 889(a)(1)(A) of Pub. L. 115- 232).

(4) 52.209-10, Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations (Nov 2015)

(5) 52.233-3, Protest After Award (AUG 1996) (31 U.S.C. 3553).

(6) 52.233-4, Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim (OCT 2004) (Public Laws 108- 77, 108-78 (19 U.S.C. 3805 note)).

(b) The Contractor shall comply with the FAR clauses in this paragraph (b) that the contracting officer has indicated as being incorporated in this contract by reference to implement provisions of law or Executive orders applicable to acquisitions of commercial products and commercial services:

☒ (1) 52.203-6, Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government (JUN 2020)

(Deviation 2017-1), with Alternate I (NOV 2021) (41 U.S.C. 4704 and 10 U.S.C. 2402).

☐ (2) 52.203-13, Contractor Code of Business Ethics and Conduct (NOV 2021)

(Deviation 2017-1), (41 U.S.C. 3509).

☐ (3) 52.203-15, Whistleblower Protections under the American Recovery and

Reinvestment Act of 2009 (Jun 2010) (Deviation 2017-1), (Section 1553 of Pub L. 111-5) (Applies to contracts funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009).

☒ (4) 52.203-17, Contractor Employee Whistleblower Rights and Requirement To Inform

Employees of Whistleblower Rights (JUN 2020) (Deviation 2017-1), (41 U.S.C. 4712) relating to whistleblower protections).

☒ (5) 52.204-10, Reporting Executive Compensation and First-Tier Subcontract Awards

(Oct 2020) (Pub. L. 109-282) (31 U.S.C. 6101 note).

☐ (6) 52.204-14, Service Contract Reporting Requirements (Oct 2016) (Pub. L. 111-117, section 743 of Div. C).

☒ (7) 52.204-15, Service Contract Reporting Requirements for Indefinite-Delivery

Contracts (Oct 2016) (Pub. L. 111-117, section 743 of Div. C).

☒ (8) 52.209-6, Protecting the Government’s Interest When Subcontracting with

Contractors Debarred, Suspended, or Proposed for Debarment (NOV 2021) (31 U.S.C.

6101 note).

☒ (9) 52.209-9, Updates of Publicly Available Information Regarding Responsibility

Matters (Oct 2018) (41 U.S.C. 2313).

☐ (10) [Reserved]

☐ (11) (i) 52.219-3, Notice of HUBZone Set-Aside or Sole-Source Award (OCT 2022) (15

U.S.C. 657a).

☐ (12) (i) 52.219-4, Notice of Price Evaluation Preference for HUBZone Small Business

Concerns (OCT 2022) (if the offeror elects to waive the preference, it shall so indicate in its offer) (15 U.S.C. 657a).

☐ (13) [Reserved]

☒ (14) (i) 52.219-6, Notice of Total Small Business Aside (NOV 2020) (15 U.S.C. 644).

☐ (ii) Alternate I (Mar 2020) of 52.219-4.

☐ (15) (i) 52.219-7, Notice of Partial Small Business Set-Aside (NOV 2020) (15 U.S.C.

644).

☐ (ii) Alternate I (Mar 2020) of 52.219-7.

☒ (16) 52.219-8, Utilization of Small Business Concerns (Oct 2022) (15 U.S.C. 637(d)(2) and (3)).

☐ (17) (i) 52.219-9, Small Business Subcontracting Plan (OCT 2022) (15 U.S.C. 637

(d)(4)).

☐ (ii) Alternate I (NOV 2016) of 52.219-9.

☐ (iii) Alternate II (NOV 2016) of 52.219-9.

☐ (iv) Alternate III (Mar 2020) of 52.219-9.

☐ (v) Alternate IV (Sep 2021) of 52.219-9.

☐ (18) 52.219-13, Notice of Set-Aside of Orders (Mar 2020) (15 U.S.C. 644(r)).

☐ (ii) Alternate I (Mar 2020) of 52.219-13.

☒ (19) 52.219-14, Limitations on Subcontracting (OCT 2022) (15 U.S.C.

637(a)(14)).

(f) The Contractor shall comply with the limitations on subcontracting as follows:

(1) For contracts, in accordance with paragraphs (c)(1), (2), (3) and (6) of this clause—

[Contracting Officer check as appropriate.]

☐ By the end of the base term of the contract and then by the end of each subsequent option period; or

☐ By the end of the performance period for each order issued under the contract.

☐ (20) 52.219-16, Liquidated Damages—Subcontracting Plan (Sep 2021) (15 U.S.C.

637(d)(4)(F)(i)).

☐ (21) 52.219-27, Notice of Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Set-Aside

(OCT 2022) (15 U.S.C. 657f).

☐ (22)(i) 52.219-28, Post Award Small Business Program Rerepresentation (OCT 2022)

(15 U.S.C. 632(a)(2)).

☐ (ii) Alternate I (Mar 2020) of 52.219-28.

☐ (23) 52.219-29, Notice of Set-Aside for, or Sole Source Award to, Economically

Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business Concerns (OCT 2022)(15 U.S.C.

637(m)).

☐ (24) 52.219-30, Notice of Set-Aside for, or Sole Source Award to, Women-Owned Small

Business Concerns Eligible Under the Women-Owned Small Business Program (OCT 2022) (15 U.S.C. 637(m)).

☐ (25) 52.219-32, Orders Issued Directly Under Small Business…