B1_12639524Q0222_Amendment 1.pdf

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12639524Q0222 x x copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted ; or (c) By separate letter or electronic communication which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGEMENT TO BE

RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR

OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted , such change may be made by letter or electronic communication, provided each letter or electronic communication makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

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APHIS-MN-126395

MINNEAPOLIS MN 55401

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250 MARQUETTE AVE

USDA APHIS

06/25/20240001

13. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO MODIFICATION OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS. IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required) is not extended.is extended, Items 8 and 15, and returning

Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended , by one of the following methods: (a) By completing

The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

FACILITY CODE CODE

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.

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8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., street, county, State and ZIP Code)

7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than Item 6)CODE 6. ISSUED BY

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4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.3. EFFECTIVE DATE2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO. 5. PROJECT NO. (If applicable)

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AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

06/25/2024

CHECK ONE A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE CONTRACT

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority) appropriation data, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(b).

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not is required to sign this document and return __________________ copies to the issuing office.

ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

DUNS Number: Not Available

The purpose of this amendment is to incorporate a revised Statement of Work and to adjust the anticipated period of performance start date.

Period of Performance: 08/01/2024 to 07/31/2029

Change Item 0001 to read as follows(amount shown is the obligated amount):

0001 Ordering Period One: August 1, 2024 - July

31,2025 for TH-57 transportation, modifications, inspections, and return to service repairs.

Continued ...

16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print)

15C. DATE SIGNED 16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR 16C. DATE SIGNED

(Signature of person authorized to sign) (Signature of Contracting Officer)

AMANDA K. BARBOSA

STANDARD FORM 30 (REV. 11/2016)

Prescribed by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

Previous edition unusable

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9 A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect .

ITEM NO. SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

NAME OF OFFEROR OR CONTRACTOR

2 9CONTINUATION SHEET

REFERENCE NO. OF DOCUMENT BEING CONTINUED PAGE OF

(A) (B) (C) (D) (E) (F)

12639524Q0222/0001

Prices in accordance with 0001 CLINS of the

Schedule document "TH57_Price_Schedule.xlxs".

Period of Performance: 08/01/2024 to 07/31/2025

Change Item 0002 to read as follows(amount shown is the obligated amount):

0002 Ordering Period Two: August 1, 2025 - July

31,2026 for TH-57 transportation, modifications, inspections, and return to service repairs.

Prices in accordance with 0002 CLINS of the

Schedule document "TH57_Price_Schedule.xlxs".

Period of Performance: 08/01/2025 to 07/31/2026

Change Item 0003 to read as follows(amount shown is the obligated amount):

0003 Ordering Period Three: August 1, 2026 - July

31,2027 for TH-57 transportation, modifications, inspections, and return to service repairs.

Prices in accordance with 0003 CLINS of the

Schedule document "TH57_Price_Schedule.xlxs".

Period of Performance: 08/01/2026 to 07/31/2027

Change Item 0004 to read as follows(amount shown is the obligated amount):

0004 Ordering Period Four: August 1, 2027 - July

31,2028 for TH-57 transportation, modifications, inspections, and return to service repairs.

Prices in accordance with 0004 CLINS of the

Schedule document "TH57_Price_Schedule.xlxs".

Period of Performance: 08/01/2027 to 07/31/2028

Change Item 0005 to read as follows(amount shown is the obligated amount):

0005 Ordering Period Five: August 1, 2028 - July

31,2029 for TH-57 transportation, modifications, inspections, and return to service repairs.

Prices in accordance with 0005 CLINS of the

Schedule document "TH57_Price_Schedule.xlxs".

Period of Performance: 08/01/2028 to 07/31/2029

NSN 7540-01-152-8067 OPTIONAL FORM 336 (4-86)

Sponsored by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.110

USDA, APHIS, WS

TH-57 TRANSPORTATION, MODIFICATIONS, INSPECTIONS, AND RETURN TO

SERVICE REPAIRS CONTRACT

PART 1.0 – THE SCHEDULE

--- SEE EXCEL DOCUMENT “TH57_Price_Schedule.xlxs” ---

SCHEDULE NOTES

1) Unless otherwise specified, Contractor must provide all equipment, parts, and labor needed to accomplish all required work under this contract.

2) The quantities as listed in the “Schedule of Items” are estimated requirements for this contract period. The Government estimates, but does not guarantee, the volume of purchases under this contract. The USDA, APHIS attempts to be as accurate as possible when providing estimated quantities, however, actual quantities required may vary from the quantities listed. During the period of performance of the contract, the number of aircraft may vary. Other than the minimum contract amount stated in AGAR clause 452.216-73 below, no guarantee is given as to the actual number of aircraft requiring services during the term of this contract.

3) The pricing for “parts” is based on the Contractor’s commercial pricing and must be consistent with best pricing offered to most favored customers. The costs of the contractor’s parts must include their material handling costs. The pricing for the parts will vary depending on the type of part, whether it is new, overhauled, or a serviceable part. The cost of the parts line item is an estimate only and is not guaranteed.

4) Repairs are to be performed as firm fixed price. For any needed repairs the contractor must first provide the USDA, APHIS, WS COR or designated WS personnel a firm fixed price quote based on their assessment of the repairs to be completed. The quote must include all costs necessary to perform the service, including labor hours and parts, and be based on the hourly labor rate pricing in the Schedule. Once the quote has been reviewed and approved by the USDA, APHIS, WS COR or designated WS personnel, the contractor can proceed with the repairs.

5) The Department of Labor Service Contract Act applies to this contract. The Contractor is responsible for obtaining the wage determination applicable to the location of their facility where the services will be performed as well as determining the appropriate labor categories/occupation codes under the applicable wage determination. See section entitled “Wage Determination and Labor Rates” for further information. Please contact the contracting officer if you need assistance.

PART 2.0 – STATEMENT OF WORK

2.0 Background

To protect U.S. agricultural and natural resources, a primary responsibility of the USDA’s Wildlife Services (WS) is to provide Federal leadership and expertise to resolve wildlife conflicts and create a balance that allows people and wildlife to coexist peacefully.

2.1 Scope of work

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Animal Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), Wildlife Services (WS) has a requirement for the modification of approximately seventeen (17) Bell TH-57 helicopters recently acquired from the U.S. Navy through the GSA Sale and Exchange Program. Aircraft serviced under this contract do not have airworthiness certificates.

Specific modifications are identified in Part 1.0 The Schedule and must be performed by the contractor.

2.2 Contract Type and Term

This is a firm fixed price indefinite delivery indefinite quantity commercial services and supply contract.

The period of performance of this contract includes five (5) ordering periods with each ordering period being twelve (12) months in duration.

2.3 Contractor Requirements

The Contractor must comply with all state statutes that pertain to aircraft repair facilities and services in the state where they are located. The aircraft shall be maintained and repaired in accordance with applicable Federal Aviation regulations and applicable Manufacturers Maintenance Instructions. Mechanics must be FAA certified and have verifiable experience on turbine engine helicopters.

If while performing the work under this contract the contractor discovers an airworthiness defect, the Contractor will inform USDA / APHIS / WS of any recommended repairs and provide a written estimate for completion of the repairs including labor and parts. Contractor shall inspect the aircraft to verify it is in a condition for safe flight. Inspection(s) shall be conducted in accordance with the BHT 206B3 Maintenance Manual and applicable TH-57 Maintenance Manual Supplements.

The Contractor must provide personnel, labor, Service Bulletin Kits, parts, materials, and consumables necessary to complete aircraft transportation, modifications, and inspections specified in the Schedule. Parts and labor for repairs must be coordinated in advance with the COR and invoiced against applicable task order. All parts permanently removed from the aircraft must remain the property of USDA / APHIS / WS.

The Contractor must provide technically competent aircraft maintenance personnel to perform the inspections, maintenance, and repairs of all work ordered under the contract. The Contractor must utilize a system of quality control to assure that all work performed under this contract complies with Federal Aviation Regulations.

The Contractor must provide special tools, common hand tools, aircraft support, handling and service equipment required for work under this contract.

The Contractor must make the appropriate logbook entries for inspection and maintenance performed. Aircraft records must be maintained in accordance with current FAA Regulations.

Preference will be given to vendors that are a FAA Part 145 certified repair stations, Bell Service Centers, and authorized Garmin dealers. The preference is based on anticipated efficiencies gained through improved parts availability and having special tooling, service information, and manuals on hand.

Demonstrated experience with B206 aircraft modifications, maintenance, and repairs is required.

2.4 Facilities, Equipment, and Inspection Data

The Contractor must maintain a repair facility appropriate in size and layout and properly equipped for the modifications of the respective aircraft under this contract. The Contractor’s maintenance facility must be secure from unauthorized persons.

All appropriate manuals, directives, and bulletins for the respective aircraft under this contract must be maintained on site by the Contractor.

Contractor must own, have available, or be able to obtain the necessary tools so the work is completed within the required timeframes. Contractor must ensure the level of service provided meets all Federal Aviation Administration and Federal Aviation Regulations requirements.

2.5 Accessibility

APHIS, WS reserves the right to inspect the facility, or designate representatives, for adequate maintenance capability before the contract is awarded and during the term of the contract during regular business hours.

The aircraft must be accessible to Wildlife Services personnel while it is hangared at the Contractor's maintenance facility. The aircraft maintenance logbooks must be accessible to the pilot and the WS Aviation Airworthiness Inspector. The Contractor must allow Government personnel access to the aircraft for the purpose of monitoring maintenance.

2.6 Communication

The contractor and USDA / APHIS / WS must maintain a professional dialogue about the modification progress, condition, and airworthiness of the aircraft at all times.

2.7 Agency Responsibilities

The USDA / APHIS / WS will advise the Contractor at least five (5) days in advance of visiting the contractor’s facilities.

The Government will provide information and records reflecting the current status of the aircraft at the time and place the aircraft is made available to the Contractor for pickup from Whiting Naval Air Station.

2.8 Delivery of Services

The Contractor is responsible for receiving the aircraft from Whiting Naval Air Station and ensuring safe transport to the repair station. Contractor must provide a crane to facilitate transportation of the aircraft off Whiting Field. Aircraft cannot be flown off Whiting Field and must be safely trucked to the Contractor’s facility.

Once notified by the contracting officer, COR, or designated WS personnel that an aircraft is ready for pickup from Whiting Naval Air Station, the Contractor must transport the aircraft to its repair facility within fourteen (14) calendar days.

Required repairs identified during inspections must be reported to the COR or designated WS personnel and include a firm fixed price quote to return to the aircraft to service. Quotes must include parts and labor at the rate specified in the Schedule. Once reviewed by the COR or designated WS personnel, a written authorization to perform repairs will be provided to the Contractor.

Upon completion of all specified work on the aircraft and acceptance inspection, the aircraft will be picked up from the Contractor’s repair facility by a certified APHIS, WS pilot or commercial transportation company within fourteen (14) calendar days.

All required work must be completed within 120 calendar days from the date the aircraft arrives at the Contractor’s repair facility. Delays beyond 120 calendar days must be immediately reported to the contracting officer, COR, or designated WS personnel.

2.9 Parts

All parts or components installed in performance of the contract which fail inspection or are nonconforming need to be replaced in accordance with FAR 52.212-4(a).

2.10 Paint

Paint scheme will be in accordance with image in Attachment A. Paint colors will be as follows:

PRC Desoto Desothane HS Red 6072 PRC Desoto Desothane HS Black 95494 PRC Desoto Desothane HS Clear CA8800/B900

With prior coordination and approval by the COR, the contractor may utilize color matched paint in accordance with the color scheme shown in Attachment A. If not utilizing the specific paint colors listed in the Statement of Work, the Government will provide a color swatch of the required paint colors to the contractor after award.

2.11 Instrument Panel and Radio Stack

Instrument panel will be in accordance with image provided in Attachment B. Please note, the annunciator panel brightness, anti-ice, hydraulics and warning horn mute switches pictured on the instrument panel in Attachment B are to remain on the pedestal in the TH-57 aircraft serviced under this contract. This “do not copy” area of the pictured instrument panel in Attachment B is noted with a red X.

The radio stack will be in accordance with the image provide in Attachment C.

2.12 Transportation

Transporting the aircraft to the Contractor’s facility for the services to be performed is the responsibility of the Contractor. Wildlife Services is responsible for transporting the helicopter back to a Wildlife Services facility upon completion of work and acceptance inspection.

2.13 Contractor Liability

The Contractor is liable for any damages, losses, or injuries to people and property which occur as a result, directly or indirectly, from work performed by the contractor’s employees and subcontractors while under contract with USDA/APHIS. The Contractor must immediately notify the Contracting Officer, of any damages, losses, or injuries occurring during the performance of any contract with USDA.

2.14 Government Roles and Responsibility

The USDA, APHIS, WS will designate program representatives and a COR to work with the Contractor to coordinate all aspects of this contract. The Representatives names for this contract and contact info are listed below:

William (BJ) Patterson 537 Myatt Drive Madison, TN 37115 864-871-4985 William.patterson@usda.gov

Tom McLeary National Aviation Coordinator Aviation Training Operations Center (ATOC) USDA APHIS Wildlife Services 1223 N. Airport Road Cedar City, UT 84721 Cell: 1-435-868-8872 Desk: 1-435-586-5575 Thomas.Mcleary@usda.gov

The COR for this contract is listed below:

Lane Smith Airworthiness Inspector Aviation Training Operations Center (ATOC) USDA APHIS Wildlife Services 1223 N. Airport Road Cedar City, UT 84721

435-586-5573 mailto:William.patterson@usda.gov mailto:Thomas.Mcleary@usda.gov

Dale.Smith@usda.gov

2.15 Invoices and Payment Information

The USDA, APHIS uses the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) for electronic submission and tracking of invoices and payment information to its suppliers of goods and services. Invoices shall be submitted electronically to the IPP invoicing system. The Contractor will register at Enroll at https://ipp.gov

Invoices must be prepared in accordance with 52.212-4 (g). Invoices must be supported with a summation of the actual hours expended and copies of all invoices for parts used in the repair.

2.16 Task Order Services

Funding will be obligated on the contract via a task order. Funding will be provided as a fixed amount for the services specified in the Schedule, but funds will be provided in a bulk not to exceed amount for hourly labor repair services and parts. Although a bulk task order will be issued, services to be provided under the task order are to be firm fixed price.

Repair services and parts will be on an as needed basis and be ordered by written orders of the COR or designated WS personnel. Repair services and parts may also be paid for on a government purchase/credit card.

The Contracting Officer may provide funding under this contract obligating funds for the procurement of repairs and parts prior to the Government needing delivery of said ordered quantities. The COR or designated WS personnel will be allowed to coordinate services and schedule specific delivery and performance dates and quantities up to, but not exceeding the total quantity authorized by the Contracting Officer.

The contractor and WS personnel are required to inform the APHIS Contracting Officer when the task order reaches 80% of the total bulk quantities.

2.17 Safety and Security Requirements

The Homeland Security Presidential Directive-12 (HSPD-12), dated August 27, 2004, requires the development and agency implementation of a mandatory Government-wide standard for secure and reliable forms of identification for Federal employees and contractors, including contractor employees. As directed by HSPD-12, on February 25, 2005, the Department of Commerce issued FIPS PUB 201, which is a Federal standard for secure and reliable personal identity verification (PIV) for routine physical access to Federally controlled facilities or information systems. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) memorandum M-05-24 dated August 5, 2005, provides instructions for implementing HSPD-12 according to FIPS PUB 201, and M-08¬01, dated October 23, 2007, reminds all parties that a background investigation is required.

48 CFR 3052.204-71 requires each individual employed under a Federal contract must be a citizen of the United States of America, or a non-U.S. citizen who has been lawfully admitted for permanent residence as evidence by a Permanent Resident Card (USCIS I-551).

mailto:Dale.Smith@usda.gov https://ipp.gov/

Contractor’s must identify in their quotes or proposals, the names and citizenship of all non-U.S.

citizens proposed to work under the contract. Any additions of deletion of non-U.S. citizens after contract award must also be reported to the CO.

All personnel must have a valid driver’s license or identification.

The contractor must, through their own internal background investigation protocol and pre-employment investigation, ensure that each contractor employee submitted for a federal background investigation is reasonably expected to receive a favorable adjudication of their respective investigation.

For additional information related to USDA implementation of HSPD-12, visit http://hspd12.usda.gov

2.18 Wage Determination and Labor Rates

The Department of Labor Service Contract Act applies to this contract. The contractor must be responsible for obtaining the wage determination applicable to the location of their facility where the services will be performed as well as determining the appropriate labor categories/occupation codes under the applicable wage determination. Task orders will specify the applicable wage determination for the ordering period.

The applicable Service Contract Act Wage Determination can be obtained from the Department of Labor website at www.sam.gov. Please contact the contracting officer if you need assistance in obtaining the wage determination.

See occupation category 23000 – Mechanics and Maintenance and Repair Occupations. A directory of occupations and definitions of each labor category can be found at:

https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/wage/SCADirV5/SCADirectVers5.pdf http://www.sam.gov/ https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/wage/SCADirV5/SCADirectVers5.pdf