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SECTION A – REQUIREMENTS AND PRICING

Solicitation No. 140D025R0079 OC Single Engine Scooper Aircraft

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Table of Contents

SECTION A – REQUIREMENTS AND PRICES

CONTRACT ACRONYMS

SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES

A1 ITEM REQUIREMENT

A2 Schedule for services and price/costs IDIQ SES Services

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

B1 Scope of Contract B2 Certifications B3 Order of Precedence (Specifications) B4 Contracts and Task Orders B5 Condition of Equipment B6 Aircraft Equipment Requirements B7 Avionics Requirements B8 (Lower 48 States Operations only) Fuel Servicing Vehicle (FSV)-REQUIRED and OPTIONAL-SEAT Support Vehicle (SSV) Requirements

PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS

B9 Pilot Requirements B10 Pilot Qualifications B11 Flight Crewmembers Duty and Flight Limitations B12 Personnel Duty Limitations B13 Mission Currency and Proficiency B14 Mechanic Requirement B15 Mechanic Qualifications B16 Mechanic Duty Limitations B17 (Lower 48 States Operations Only) Fuel Service Vehicle (FSV) / SEAT Support Vehicle (SSV) Driver Requirement and Qualifications B18 Fuel Servicing Vehicle (FSV) / SEAT Support Vehicle (SSV) Driver Duty Limitations

OPERATIONS

B19 Pilot Authority and Responsibility B20 Flight Operations B21 Security of Aircraft and Equipment B22 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Flight Operations B24 PPE for Ground Operations B25 Fuel and Servicing Requirements

AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS

B26 General - Maintenance B27 Airworthiness Directives (ADs) and Manufacturer’s Mandatory Service Bulletins (MMSBs) B28 Manuals/Records B29 Maintenance B30 Maintenance Test Flight B31 Time Between Overhaul (TBO) and Life-Limited Parts B32 Weight and Balance B33 Transportation of Hazardous Materials

C1 CONTRACT CLAUSES

FAR 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference. (FEB 1998)

GENERAL CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS

C2 Reserved C3 Aircraft Use Report (AUR) C4 Electronic Invoicing and Payment Requirements - Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) (February 2021) C5 Contractor Personnel Security Requirements C6 Aircraft Insurance C7 Property and Personal Damage

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C8 Post Award Evaluation of Contractor Performance Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (Dec 2015) C9 Pre-work Meeting

ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS

C10 Personnel Conduct C11 Safety and Accident Prevention C12 Mishaps C13 Economic Price Adjustment - Fuel

CONTRACT PERIOD AND RENEWAL

C14 Contract Period C15 Orders for Services C16 Authorized Ordering Official C17 Add/Remove Aircraft/Equipment After Contract Award

AVAILABILITY REQUIREMENTS

C18 Availability Requirements C19 Schedule of Operations and Reaction Time C20 Maintenance During Availability Period C21 Unavailability and Damages

MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

C22 Daily Availability C23 Flight Time C24 Mobilization/Demobilization C25 Additional Pay Items C26 Government Miscellaneous Charges C27 Reserved C28 Exhibits

Exhibit 1 Alaska Supplement - Airplane Exhibit 2 Recognized Airplane Mountain Training Flying Schools Exhibit 3 High Visibility Paint Schemes for SES Aircraft Exhibit 4 Training Program Requirements for Airtankers and Scoopers Exhibit 5 Unacceptable Aircraft Lap Belt and Shoulder Harness Conditions Exhibit 6 First Aid and Survival Kits Exhibit 7 Safety Management System (SMS), Flight Time, Accident History, And FAA Violation Questionnaire (Pre-Award Ver. 6.2 – 2025) Exhibit 8 - Airplane Approximate “Recommended Cruise" Fuel Consumption Rates Exhibit 9 Scenario-Based Seat Training Exhibit 10 Transportation Worksheet Exhibit 11 Unavailability Conversion Chart Exhibit 12 Task Order Competition Procedures Exhibit 13 Add/Remove – Aircraft/Equipment Request Form BLM On Call SES Contract EXHIBIT 14a AIRCRAFT QUESTIONNAIRE EXHIBIT 14b AIRCRAFT INFORMATION FORM SECTION D – Instructions to Offerors and Evaluation Criteria D1 – Instructions to Offerors

General Information FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors – Commercial Products and Commercial Services (SEP 2023) Volume I, General Volume II Technical Capability Volume III Organizational Safety

D2 – EVALUATION OF PROPOSALS

FAR 52.212-2 Evaluation – Commercial Products and Commercial Services (NOV 2021) Evaluation Factors

SECTION E-CONTRACT PROVISIONS AND SOLICITATION ATTACHMENTS

Provisions Incorporated by Reference

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Provisions Incorporated by Full Text Attachment E-1 Offeror’s Miscellaneous Information Attachment E-2 Aircraft QUestionnaire Attachment E-3 Aircraft Information Form Attachment E-4 Past Performance Information Sheet Attachment E-5 Pricing Sheet Attachment E-6 Wage Determinations

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SECTION A – REQUIREMENTS AND PRICES

CONTRACT ACRONYMS

AC Advisory Circular AD Airworthiness Directive AFF Automated Flight Following AFM Airplane Flight Manual AFS Alaska Fire Service AIRS Aviation Information Reporting Support A&P Airframe and Power Plant API Application Programming Interface AQD Acquisition Services Directorate ASM Aviation Safety Manager ASO Aviation Safety Office ASTM American Society for Testing and Material ATC Air Traffic Control ATGS Air Tactical Group Supervisor BLM Bureau of Land Management CFR Code of Federal Regulations CO Contracting Officer COR Contracting Officer’s Representative CFR Code of Federal Regulations CTCSS Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System DM Degrees/Minutes/Decimal Minutes DOI Department of Interior DOT Department of Transportation ELT Emergency Locator Transmitter EPA Environmental Protection Agency EU Exclusive Use FAA Federal Aviation Administration FAR Federal Acquisition Regulations FS Forest Service FSV Fuel Service Vehicle FTR Federal Travel Regulations GPS Global Positioning System IAB Interagency Airtanker Board IAT Interagency Aviation Training IAW In Accordance With IBC Interior Business Center ICAO International Civil Aviation Organization ICS Intercom System IFR Instrument Flight Rules IPP Invoice Processing Platform MMSB Manufacturer’s Mandatory Service Bulletins NFPA National Fire Protection Association NTE Not to Exceed NTSB National Transportation Safety Board OAS Office of Aviation Services PA Pressure Altitude PI Project Inspector PIC Pilot-In-Command PPE Personal Protective Equipment RFP Request for Proposals T&M Time and Material

TBO Time Between Overhaul TSO Technical Service Order STC Supplemental Type Certificate USDA United States Department of Agriculture SEAT Single Engine Air Tanker VFR Visual Flight Rules VSWR Voltage Standing Wave Ratio

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SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES

A1 ITEM REQUIREMENT

The Department of the Interior (DOI), Bureau of Land Management (BLM) requires amphibious single engine scooping fire suppression services across the lower 48 and Alaska on an On-Call or Call When Needed basis, to support BLM, and state agencies.

The Government may use this contract and others on the indefinite-delivery indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract to fulfill any need for services for wildland fire suppression, including task orders with very long or very short periods of performance, and task orders with options. When required by FAR 16.505, or as otherwise appropriate, task orders may be competed among the multiple IDIQ- holders. These task orders may be competed using a multitude of evaluation factors (see Exhibit 12).

Each aircraft line item requires a primary and a relief flight crew, as well as a Fuel Service Vehicle (FSV) SEAT Support Vehicle (SSV). The Government may also have a need for a SEAT support vehicle (SSV) (or combination FSV/SSV). SSVs will be (if ordered) priced as an additional pay item as noted in the additional pay items table and ordered when needed.

It is important to note that aircraft, flight crews and ground crews under this contract will be part of the national response framework for the suppression of wildland fires and may be dispatched at the direction of the Government to locations throughout the Lower 48 States and Alaska.

Designated Base: Various locations throughout the Lower 48 and Alaska.

Bureau: Bureau of Land Management (BLM)

Performance Period: Five (5) -year ordering period, May 1, 2026 – April 30, 2031.

Aircraft Required: On-Call or Call When Needed Single Engine Water Scooping Aircraft equipped as specified in Section B.

Crew Compliment Required: Level 1 or Level 2 SEAT Pilot per aircraft as specified in Section B. Relief Pilot must meet the requirements of the primary pilot as specified Section B.

Fuel Service Vehicle: Fuel Service vehicle with driver/operator and relief driver/operator required for operations in Lower 48, not required for Alaska.

Minimum Aircraft Requirements:

Must have a Standard or Restricted Airworthiness Certificate.

Aircraft certified under 14 CFR 23 or 25.

An aircraft make and model for which engineering and logistical support, for continued airworthiness, is provided from the current type certificate holder or supplemental type certificate holder.

Minimum 1600 Shaft Horsepower (SHP) Certified for Visual Flight Rules (VFR), Day Tank capacity of 799 US gallons.

Aircraft capable of dispensing both water and fire retardant Endurance of 2 hours and 30 minutes, 600 gallons of water, 200 lb. pilot at 3,000’ PA 25º Celsius.

Capable of operating from 5,000 ft. gravel runway at @ 3,000ft PA and 30º Celsius with an empty tank.

Cruise airspeed of at least 140 kts true airspeed at 7,000 ft. PA and 30º Celsius, empty tank Aircraft must have the IAB approved, or Interim approved gate installed on the aircraft at the time of inspection.

Notes:

• Air Tractor AT-802F aircraft are known to meet the above requirements.

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• The following air IAB approved Type 3 single engine airtanker gates:

Airtractor Fire Gate Gen 1, Gen 2, Gen 3 Hydromax Gate

• The use of water enhancers with on-board injection systems are not permitted to be used on federally contracted aircraft, or on federal lands, unless requested and approved by the ordering Agency.

• One FSV per two aircraft working out of the same location is permitted. SEAT Support Vehicle (SSV) is not required, however if offered and when ordered for services will be paid IAW the Additional Pay Items table below.

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A2 Schedule for services and price/costs IDIQ SES Services

OFFEROR NAME

Contractor Base of Operation NOTE: Offerors are permitted to provide separate pricing for different types of single engine scooping aircraft, and may do so by copying this schedule and providing a separate schedule for each type proposed.

All aircraft of the same type must be priced the same.

Offerors may add additional lines if needed below for additional proposed aircraft.

LIST OF AIRCRAFT

Make/Model FAA Registration # and Tanker #

Make/Model FAA Registration # and Tanker # Make/Model FAA Registration # and Tanker #

Make/Model FAA Registration # and Tanker # Make/Model FAA Registration # and Tanker # Make/Model FAA Registration # and Tanker # Make/Model FAA Registration # and Tanker # Make/Model FAA Registration # and Tanker # Make/Model FAA Registration # and Tanker #

The below rates are the ceiling rates for this contract.

Rate Schedule for the First Year of the Contract: May 01, 2026 – April 30, 2027

Pay Item Descriptions Pay Item Code Units Unit

Price

DAILY AVAILABILITY AV DAY

FLIGHT HOURS - Wet (estimated) FT HOUR

FLIGHT HOURS - Dry (estimated) FD HOUR

Additional pay items are calculated as approximately 10% of the AV and FT rates. This is a Government estimated figure, Offerors are not required to provide pricing for this, see Additional Pay Items Table and C25 below.

Rate Schedule for Second Year of the Contract: May 01, 2027 – April 30, 2028

Pay Item Descriptions Pay Item Code Units Unit

Price

DAILY AVAILABILITY AV DAY

FLIGHT HOURS - Wet (estimated) FT HOUR

FLIGHT HOURS - Dry (estimated) FD HOUR

Additional pay items are calculated as approximately 10% of the AV and FT rates. This is a Government estimated figure, Offerors are not required to provide pricing for this, see Additional Pay Items Table and C25 below.

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Rate Schedule for Third Year of the Contract: May 01, 2028 – April 30, 2029

Pay Item Descriptions Pay Item Code Units Unit

Price

DAILY AVAILABILITY AV DAY

FLIGHT HOURS - Wet (estimated) FT HOUR

FLIGHT HOURS - Dry (estimated) FD HOUR

Additional pay items are calculated as approximately 10% of the AV and FT rates. This is a Government estimated figure, Offerors are not required to provide pricing for this, see Additional Pay Items Table and C25 below.

Rate Schedule for Fourth Year of the Contract: May 01, 2029 – April 30, 2030

Pay Item Descriptions Pay Item Code Units Unit

Price

DAILY AVAILABILITY AV DAY

FLIGHT HOURS - Wet (estimated) FT HOUR

FLIGHT HOURS - Dry (estimated) FD HOUR

Additional pay items are calculated as approximately 10% of the AV and FT rates. This is a Government estimated figure, Offerors are not required to provide pricing for this, see Additional Pay Items Table and C25 below.

Rate Schedule for Fifth Year of the Contract: May 01, 2030 – April 30, 2031

Pay Item Descriptions Pay Item Code Units Unit

Price

DAILY AVAILABILITY AV DAY

FLIGHT HOURS - Wet (estimated) FT HOUR

FLIGHT HOURS - Dry (estimated) FD HOUR

Additional pay items are calculated as approximately 10% of the AV and FT rates. This is a Government estimated figure, Offerors are not required to provide pricing for this, see Additional Pay Items Table and C25 below.

ADDITIONAL FSV/SSV (MUST MEET REQUIREMENTS CITED IN B8)

Please Check Appropriate Blocks Below CONTRACTOR AGREES TO PROVIDE: One _ _ or Two __ FSV/SSV WHEN ORDERED (check which boxes apply) YES or NO _ _

Additional FSV/SSV will be priced as Additional Pay Items

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THE ADDITIONAL PAY ITEMS SHOWN BELOW APPLY TO ALL LINE ITEMS ABOVE

ADDITIONAL PAY ITEMS

PAY

ITEM

CODE

QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE

A. Extended Standby – Pilot (C18.1) EP INDEFINITE HOUR $ 75.00 B. Extended Standby – Driver (C18.1) ET INDEFINITE HOUR $ 55.00 C. Additional Fuel Service Vehicle or SSV (C25.2) SD INDEFINITE DAY $650.00 D. Additional Driver/Loader Only (C25.3) P01 INDEFINITE DAY $350.00 E. Fuel Servicing Vehicle Mileage (C25.5) SML INDEFINITE Mile $ 2.64 F. Retardant Labor during Unavailability Period

(C25.4)

P01 INDEFINITE DAY $350.00

G. Mix, Test and Load Retardant (C25.6) P55 INDEFINITE GAL $ .25 H. Contractor Miscellaneous Expenses (C25.7) SC INDEFINITE EACH Actuals I. Training Daily (C25.9.1.1) TD 10 Days / Year DAY $650.00 J. Per Diem (C25.1) PD INDEFINITE EACH Per FTR K. Additional Pilot P03 INDEFINITE DAY $650.00

A2.2 Minimum Guarantee/Maximum Quantity -The Minimum Guarantee under the contract, as required by FAR 16.504(a)(1), is $500.00, which will be obligated on a TO at contract award. If no aircraft are ordered for an amount that exceeds the stated Minimum Guarantee by the end of the fifth ordering year then the guarantee can be submitted through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) and paid to each vendor. The minimum Order Quantity as specified in FAR Clause 52.216-19(a) is $500.00. The Maximum IDIQ quantity will be a shared ceiling of $237.5M.

A2.3 Exhibits that will be applicable under the IDIQ contract are included at the end of Section C.

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FOR GOVERNMENT USE ONLY – DO NOT WRITE IN THIS AREA

Contracting Officer will complete at time of award and again when fuel adjustments are made

Requested and Effective Date This Adjustment

Type Jet Fuel

Fuel Source Location Phone No. xxx-xxx-xxxx

Base Price $X.XX per gallon Reference Price

Effective Date Effective Date

Source Document ORIGINAL

CONTRACT

Source Document

Difference $ X consumption rate of Increase Due

Old Flight Rate New Flight Rate

Re-established Base Price

Effective Date

Full Service Fuel prices obtained from http://www.airnav.com/fuel

JET FUEL

$/GAL

San Bernardino Airport (KSBD) 909-362-6068 San Bernardino, CA 4.99 Cutter Aviation Service (KABQ) 505-842-4184 Albuquerque, NM 7.62 Premier Aviation (KTUS) 520-889-6327 Tucson, AZ 6.99 Sphere One Av. (KCDC) 435-586-4504 Cedar City, UT 6.59 Western Aircraft (KBOI) 208-338-1800 Boise, ID 6.99 Edwards Jet Center (KBIL) 406-252-0805 Billings, MT 4.45 West Star Aviation (KGJT) 970-243-7500 Grand Junction, CO 7.90 Atlantic Aviation (KRNO) 775-858-7300 Reno, NV 7.77 Wenatchee GA Terminal (KEAT) 509-886-0233 Wenatchee, WA 6.37

Average per Gal 6.85 http://www.airnav.com/fuel

SECTION B – TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

B1 Scope of Contract

B1.1 The intent of this contract is to obtain fully Contractor operated and maintained call when needed flight services to support fire suppression operations in the Lower 48 States and Alaska. Contractor services include provision of an aircraft, personnel, and all other associated equipment as prescribed in this solicitation/contract.

Water will be scooped from water sources such as lakes or rivers and/or loaded at ground locations. Chemical fire retardant/suppressants may be loaded in the Contractor’s aircraft. The use of water enhancers mixed with on-board injection systems are not allowed on federal lands or on federally contracted aircraft, unless requested and approved by the ordering Agency. The use of water enhancers mixed through a proportioner and loaded from ground-based equipment is acceptable according to their qualified applications/approvals as specified on the Qualified Products List (QPL).

B1.2 The Government and Contractor must establish an effective working relationship to complete this contract successfully. The Contractor’s employees’ cooperation, professionalism, and positive attitude toward aviation safety and accomplishment of the mission are an integral element of this relationship.

B1.3 The Government has interagency and cooperative agreements with other Federal and State agencies and private landholders and may dispatch aircraft under this contract for such cooperative use.

B1.4 This aircraft may be dispatched to Alaska. Because deployment to Alaska from the Lower 48 usually requires transit through Canada, all contractor personnel are required to possess current passports. Alaska specific equipment and/or operational requirements are referenced in the Alaska Supplement Exhibit.

B2 Certifications

The Contractor must obtain and keep current all of the following required certificates and must ensure that contract aircraft are operated and maintained in compliance with those certificates at all times.

B2.1 The Contractor must be certificated under 14 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 137, “Agricultural Aircraft Operations,” or Canadian equivalent.

B2.2 Type 4 Air Tanker contract aircraft must be certificated under 14 CFR 23 or25 . Aircraft must have parts manufacturing and engineering support for continued airworthiness from the current type certificate holder or supplemental type certificate holder. Aircraft must also be certificated in the restricted category under 14 CFR Part

21.25 and 21.185 to include the special purpose of forest and wildlife conservation (fire suppression) work or certificated in a standard airworthiness category under 14 CFR Part 21.187 (Multiple Airworthiness Certification), or Canadian equivalent. Surplus or previously type-certificated armed forces aircraft will not be used. The installation of any special equipment called for by this contract must be Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approved, or Canadian equivalent.

B2.2.1 The Government will evaluate single engine amphibious water scooping aircraft with a capacity of 799 gallons for use as scoopers. Aircraft will be evaluated at a weight and maximum load consistent with the aircraft type certificate or approved increased load (supplemental type certificate (STC)).

B2.2.2 In order to drop retardant from a single engine scooper (SES) under this contract, the aircraft must have a gate system and flow control system that meets Interagency Airtanker Board (IAB) requirements for a Type 3 single engine airtanker. Aircraft with gate systems primarily designed to dispense water may be offered for the first contract year only provided an interim approval for retardant drops is granted by the IAB. However, to qualify for operation in subsequent option years, the gate system must have successfully demonstrated the capability to drop retardant within IAB standards.

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B2.3 For the purposes of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), this contract is considered to be a specialty air services contract.

Canadian operators must be in compliance with USMCA and Specialty Air Service (SAS) Operations Advisory Circular AC No. 00-60B (dated 02/14). A copy of the Contractor’s current FAA Form 7711-2 authorizing the SAS Operations, Forest Fire Management and/or Firefighting, contained on the Civil Aviation Authorities (CAA), with USMCA authorization is required with submittal of offer.

B2.4 Operations Manual Requirements

The Contractor is required to have and use a written operations/maintenance manual readily available for each contracted aircraft. As a minimum, the manual must include the following procedures:

B2.4.1 Standard method for calculating current aircraft weight and balance and performance based on actual loads and environmental conditions. Procedures for identifying limitations and remaining within limitations. Procedures for retaining load calculation data. Ground loaded load calculations must be retained for 30 days.

B2.4.2 The approved aircraft inspection program.

B2.4.3 Program for ensuring implementation of the FAA approved inspection program, to include completion of 14 CFR 91 required airworthiness inspections, and approval for return-to-service in accordance with 14 CFR 43.5.

B2.4.4 Reporting and recording of mechanical irregularities that occur before, during, and after completion of a flight to ensure a record of all discrepancies, corrective actions and deferred discrepancies will be readily available throughout the contract period.

B2.4.5 Obtaining repair, preventive maintenance, and servicing of the aircraft during operations away from the contractors’ normal operating base. This includes procedures for ensuring mechanics performing maintenance or service on contract aircraft are appropriately certificated and trained for the tasks performed and have available the technical manuals, tools, and equipment necessary to perform the tasks in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and FAA standards.

B2.4.6 Determining that mechanical irregularities or defects reported during previous flights have been adequately corrected/repaired (or deferred if appropriate) before the next flight.

B2.4.7 Fueling the aircraft, including the detection of fuel contamination, and protecting from fire (including electrostatic protection) including detailed procedures for any rapid refueling program.

B2.4.8 Complying with flight manual “emergency procedures” and reporting abnormal conditions or potentially unsafe conditions.

B2.4.9 One copy of the manual must be maintained at the operator's principal operations base. Additional copies must be readily available to pilots and support personnel while on contract away from the base.

B2.4.10 One complete copy of the Contractor’s operations manual is required to be submitted within ten days of contract award and will be incorporated and made a part of the contract. The Contractor is required to provide any written updates that are made to their operations manual to the Contracting Officer (CO) during the life of the contract.

B2.4.11 Continuity of operations. Procedures for when personnel, aircraft or equipment become unavailable.

B2.5 Training Program

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The Contractor is required to establish and implement a training program for pilots and support personnel that satisfies the requirements of this contract and ensures that each pilot and support person is adequately trained to perform their assigned duties.

B2.5.1 This training program must have written initial and recurrent training curriculums. See the Training Program Requirements for Airtankers and Scoopers (Exhibit 4) for the minimum requirements a training program must have.

B2.5.2 The Contractor’s Training Program submitted with their proposal will be included in the contract file. The Contractor is required to provide any updates that are made to their training program to the CO/COR/OAS Technical Inspector within five days of any change.

B3 Order of Precedence (Specifications)

In the event of inconsistencies within the technical specification, the following order must be used in such resolution: (i) Typed provisions of these specifications; (ii) DOI Office of Aviation Services (OAS) supplements and/or exhibits incorporated by reference; (iii) 14 CFR incorporated by reference; (iv) aircraft manufacturer's specifications; (v) other documents incorporated by reference.

B4 Contracts and Task Orders

B4.1 The Contractor must maintain a complete, current copy of the contract, task orders, and modifications (if applicable) in each contract aircraft throughout the performance period.

B4.2 Electronic copies of contracts and task orders may be used. The contractor must ensure that the contract is current including all modifications and are uploaded on an appropriate viewing device (e.g., laptop or tablet), which must be charged and made available at the aircraft for reference by government representatives upon request.

Further, the contractor must agree to hold the government harmless for any inadvertent or accidental damage to the device.

B4.3 The pilot must have task order information (i.e. task number, performance period) in his/her possession prior to any flights under this contract and make this information available to government representatives on request.

B5 Condition of Equipment

B5.1 The Contractor-furnished aircraft and all other equipment must be operable, free of damage, and in good repair. Aircraft must be airworthy, and systems and components must be free of leaks, except where specified by the manufacturer. No fuel leaks are allowed.

B5.2 Prior to inspection and acceptance, the Contractor must permanently repair or replace all windows and windshields that have been temporarily repaired. All windows and windshields must be maintained at all times and must be clean and free of scratches, cracks, crazing, distortion, or repairs which hinder visibility.

B5.3 The aircraft interior must be clean and neat with no unrepaired tears, rips, or other damage. The exterior finish, including the paint, must be clean, neat, and in good condition. Any corrosion must be within manufacturer or FAA acceptable limits.

B5.3.1 See the Unacceptable Lap Belt and Shoulder Harness Conditions Exhibit for examples of the lap belt and shoulder harness conditions that are not acceptable.

B5.4 The aircraft must be free of chemical odor and residue. Hopper tanks and the entire aircraft must be rinsed with a neutralizer. Many products are available, but the Government has experienced success with the following:

“Neutralizer” (“Neutra-Sol”) by Becker Underwood, Inc., (800-232-5907) or “Wipe-Out” by Helena Chemical Co.

(901 752-4414).

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B6 Aircraft Equipment Requirements

B6.1 Instruments and equipment required by certification and in accordance with 14 CFR 91.205 (VFR day and night). The following additional instruments must be installed, operable, and airworthy:

B6.1.1 Gyroscopic rate-of-turn, slip/skid indicator (turn and bank or turn coordinator), or gyroscopic artificial horizon.

B6.1.2 Directional gyro (DG) or a vertical card compass designed and manufactured in accordance with a technical standard order (TSO) authorization.

B6.1.3 Free air temperature indicator.

B6.1.4 Rate-of-climb indicator.

B6.2 Landing lights.

B6.3 White wing-tip strobe lights.

B6.4 High visibility, pulsating, forward-facing conspicuity lighting. Many products will meet this requirement, but the Government has experienced success with the following source: Field Support Services, 770-454-1130.

B6.5 For loading, 3-inch male Kamlock couplers (Mil C 27487 or equal) accessible from both sides of the aircraft (i.e., load from either side).

B6.5.1 One 1½-inch female National Hose Thread and one 2½-inch female National Hose Thread adapters to 2-inch and 3-inch male and female Kamlock couplers must be carried on board the aircraft or on the fuel service vehicle.

B6.6 The pilot-in command (PIC) must ensure that the following equipment is current, operable, and accessible at the pilot station in the cockpit:

B6.6.1 Current approved Airplane Flight Manual (AFM), including performance charts, as appropriate.

B6.6.2 Quick reference cockpit checklist (in addition to the checklist found in the AFM) containing the following procedures:

Normal

• Preflight

• Before starting engine(s)

• Before takeoff

• Cruise

• Before drop

• After drop

• Before landing

• After landing

• Shutdown

Emergencies:

• Fuel

• Electrical

• Hydraulic

• Mechanical

Solicitation No. 140D025R0079 OC Single Engine Scooper Aircraft

B6.6.3 Each aircraft must carry a chart that will assist the pilot in determining the appropriate retardant/suppressant load capability for the environmental conditions present within authorized maximum weight limits for that specific aircraft. The chart will not supersede any FAA approved or recognized manuals or charts. The chart must be in the aircraft and accessible to the pilot during loading operations. (Also see B19.6.)

B6.6.4 Current paper or electronic aeronautical charts covering areas of expected operation.

B6.7 Aircraft tank and apparatus for fire suppressant materials as required below:

B6.7.1 Reserved

B6.7.2 All systems must have an emergency dump feature that enables the pilot to drop the load in less than 6 seconds by using the normal “dump handle” (the lever normally used for operating the gate during the application of dry material such as seed or fertilizer) in a single, one-step operation. An operational check of this feature must be accomplished and documented every 12 months and documented within 30 days of the annual OAS inspection AND every 30 days while performing on this contract including any extensions. Documentation of operational checks performed while on contract must be retained and made available to the Government upon request.

B6.7.2.1 The emergency dump feature must isolate the pneumatic or hydraulic pressure emergency systems so that function or failure of the normal system’s pressure does not affect the emergency system’s pressure.

B6.7.2.2 Emergency systems dependent on normal operating systems for initial charge must have a pressure gauge or indicator that is readily visible to the crew.

B6.7.2.3 Emergency systems dependent on pre-charged bottles must have a positive means of checking the air/gas pre-charge system pressure in addition to the gate system hydraulic pressure prior to the first flight of the day. If the positive means of checking is an operational check, rather than a real-time pressure gauge, the procedures for that operational check must be incorporated into the pilot's preflight checklist and the company's training program.

B6.7.2.4 The primary emergency dump control must be positioned within easy reach of a pilot strapped in his or her seat. Electrically operated controls must be wired directly from a source of power isolated from the normal aircraft electrical bus and protected by a fuse or circuit breaker.

B6.7.3 A Kamlock coupler which allows the aircraft tank contents to be offloaded through it.

B6.7.4 The tanks and all operating mechanisms must be original aircraft equipment manufacturers (OEM), as listed on the type certificate or other approved data or installed in accordance with an FAA STC or FAA field approval.

All dispensing equipment must be maintained in accordance with 14 CFR Part 43.

B6.7.5 Prior to the Government’s initial inspection and at least annually thereafter, the Contractor must inspect all tanks and dumping systems, including all associated tubing and electrical systems. As a part of these inspections, the Contractor must fill the tanks to their capacity with water to test for leaks.

B6.7.5.1 The tanks must be maintained in a leak-free condition throughout the period of performance.

B6.8 Aircraft marking. The aircraft must have a high visibility paint scheme. See the High Visibility White and Red Paint Scheme for SEAT Aircraft Exhibit for suitable colors and contrasting markings.

B6.8.1 An assigned tanker number must be displayed on both sides of the vertical stabilizer and/or rudder. The numbers must be as large as possible but at least 12 inches high with the format and spacing the same as aircraft “N” numbers (refer to 14 CFR Part 45.29).

Solicitation No. 140D025R0079 OC Single Engine Scooper Aircraft

B6.9 A survival kit containing at least the items specified in the Survival Kits Exhibit must be carried aboard the aircraft on all flights and must be included in weight and balance calculations. Note: Survival kits for L48 and Alaska are different. It is the contractors’ responsibility to ensure correct survival kit is in the aircraft.

B6.10 A first aid kit containing items specified in the First Aid and Survival Kits Exhibit must be carried aboard the aircraft on all flights.

B6.11 Fire extinguisher(s), One handheld bottle, minimum 2- B-C rating must be mounted and accessible to the flight crew while seated. The fire extinguisher(s) must be maintained in accordance with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 10, Standards for Portable Fire Extinguishers or the Contractor’s operations manual.

B7 Avionics Requirements

B7.1 General

B7.1.1 The Contractor must provide, install, and maintain the following systems in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications and the installation and mainte-nance standards of Section B7. Detailed avionics systems performance requirements are listed in Avionics Operational Test Standards (FS/OAS_A24F.pdf) (copies available upon request from OAS Avionics, or the most recent list may be found online at:

https://www.nifc.gov/resources/NIICD/niicd-documents .)

B7.2 Avionics Installation and Maintenance Standards

B7.2.1 Strict adherence to the recommendations in the following FAA Advisory Circulars is required: AC 43.13-1B Chapter 11, "Aircraft Electrical Systems," and Chapter 12, "Aircraft Avionics Systems”; AC 43.13-2B Chapter 1, "Structural Data," Chapter 2, "Communication, Navigation, and Emergency Locator Transmitter System Installations," and Chapter 3, "Antenna Installation."

B7.2.2 All avionics systems requiring an antenna must be installed with a properly matched, aircraft-certified antenna, unless otherwise specified. Antennas must be polarized as required by the avionics system and must have a voltage standing wave ratio (VSWR) of 3.0 to 1 or better.

B7.2.3 Although the contract aircraft may not be certified for flight under instrument flight rules (IFR), the aircraft's static pressure system, altimeter instrument system, and automatic pressure altitude reporting system must be maintained in accordance with the IFR requirements of 14 CFR Part 91.411 and inspected and tested every 24 calendar months, as specified by 14 CFR Part 43, appendices E and F.

B7.2.4 Transmitters shall not open squelch on, or interfere with, other AM or FM transceivers in the aircraft which are monitoring different frequencies. So-called “Transmit Interlock” functions shall not be used with communication transceivers.

B7.2.5 All installed transceivers must be placarded with designations matching the transmitter/receiver controls on the installed audio control system(s).

B7.3 Communications Systems

B7.3.1 One automatic-fixed Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT), certified under TSO-C126 (or newer) which must be installed in a conspicuous or marked location, and meet the same requirements as those detailed for aircraft in 14 CFR 91.207 (excluding section f). If not powered by its own, integral battery, the ELT remote switch/light must be powered by unswitched aircraft power. ELT antennas must be mounted externally to the aircraft unless installed in a location approved by the aircraft manufacturer. TSO-C126 and newer ELTs require documentation of current registration with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), or the national civil aviation authority with which the aircraft is registered.

https://www.nifc.gov/sites/default/files/NIICD/docs/avionics/FSOAS_A24F.pdf https://www.nifc.gov/resources/NIICD/niicd-documents

Solicitation No. 140D025R0079 OC Single Engine Scooper Aircraft

B7.3.2 Two panel-mounted VHF-AM (VHF-1, VHF-2) aeronautical transceivers, each with a minimum of 760 channels covering 118.000 to 136.975 MHz. The transceivers must have channels selectable in no greater than 25 kHz increments and a minimum of 5 watts carrier output power. The transceivers’ operational controls must be mounted so they are readily visible and accessible to the pilot, and the aircraft’s radio call sign (normally the aircraft registration number) must be displayed on the instrument panel, in view of the flight crew.

B7.3.3 Two P25-compliant VHF-FM transceivers. Each transceiver (FM-1, FM-2) must provide selection of narrowband analog (12.5 kHz) or narrowband digital (12.5kHz) operation on each of a minimum of 100 channels.

Each transceivers’ operational controls must be located and arranged so that the pilot, when seated, has full and unrestricted movement of each control without interference from clothing, the cockpit structure, or the flight controls.

B7.3.3.1 The transceiver’s operational frequency range must include the band of 136.0000 MHz to 173.9975 MHz.

The operator(s) must be able to program any usable channels within that band, along with any required CTCSS tones, National Access Codes (NAC’s), or Talk Group ID’s (TGID’s), while in flight. The transceiver must also incorporate a separate, programmable GUARD receiver, with accompanying GUARD transmit capability. Unless instructed by the Government for use on a specific project, all frequencies programmed for use under this Contract must be in the narrowband analog mode.

B7.3.3.2 Carrier output power for each VHF-FM transceiver must be 10 watts nominal value (original design specification). Each transceiver must be capable of displaying receiver and transmitter operating frequency, alpha-numeric channel labels, and must provide both receiver and transmitter activation indicators for MAIN and GUARD. Simultaneous monitoring of both MAIN and GUARD receivers is required. Scanning of the GUARD frequency is not acceptable.

B7.3.3.3 Prior to acceptance under this contract, the transceiver must be programmed with the narrowband analog GUARD receive and transmit frequencies of 168.625 MHz, with a 110.9 Hz CTCSS tone on transmit only.

B7.3.3.4 The following VHF-FM aeronautical transceivers are known to meet the above requirements:

• Technisonics: TDFM-136, TDFM-136A, TDFM-136/NV, TDFM-136A/NV, TDFM-136B, TDFM-

136B/NV.

• Cobham: (formerly NAT) NPX-136D-070, Anodyne Electronics Manufacturing MTP136D

B7.3.4 Reserved

B7.3.5 Automated Flight Following (AFF) Program

B7.3.5.1 One satellite-based aircraft tracking hardware for each aircraft offered, compatible with the government’s AFF Program (https://www.aff.gov). Not all available satellite-based tracking systems are compatible with the Government’s AFF Program, nor meets AFF’s requirements. The contractor must ensure that the aircraft hardware offered is compatible with AFF.gov. For questions about current compatibility requirements, select the “HELP” button at https://www.aff.gov.

B7.3.5.2 The AFF aircraft hardware must be powered by the aircraft’s electrical system, installed per the manufacturer’s installation manual, and operational in all phases of flight. AFF aircraft hardware must utilize as a minimum: Satellite communications, an externally or internally mounted antenna, provide data to the Government’s AFF viewing software, use aircraft power via a dedicated circuit breaker for power protection, and be mounted so as to not endanger any occupant from AFF aircraft hardware during periods of turbulence. Antennas should be placed where they have the best view of the overhead sky as possible. Externally mounted antennas are recommended to improve system performance. Any visual indicators for remotely installed units must be mounted so that they can be easily viewed by the pilot.

https://www.aff.gov/

Solicitation No. 140D025R0079 OC Single Engine Scooper Aircraft

B7.3.5.3 AFF communications must always be fully operational in all areas of operation, including Canada (if applicable). Contractors working in or accepting dispatches to the State of Alaska, Southern Canada, or Western Canada must have an AFF system capable of being always tracked in these locations. Not all manufacturers’ AFF equipment communication links will operate effectively in all geographic areas.

B7.3.5.4 The contractor must maintain a subscription service through the AFF aircraft hardware provider allowing AFF position reporting for satellite tracking via the Government AFF viewing software. The position-reporting interval must be every two minutes while the aircraft is in flight. The contractor must register their AFF aircraft hardware with the Government through https://www.aff.gov providing complete tail number; manufacturer and serial number of the AFF transceiver; aircraft make and model; and contractor contact information. If the contractor relocates previously registered AFF aircraft hardware into another aircraft, then the contractor must contact the government’s AFF Program making the appropriate changes prior to aircraft use. In all cases, the contractor must ensure that the correct aircraft information is indicated within AFF. The contractor must notify the Government of system changes, scheduled maintenance, and planned service outages.

B7.3.5.5 Registration contact information, a web accessible feedback form, and additional information is available at: https://www.aff.gov

B7.3.5.6 Prior to the aircraft’s annual contract inspection, the contractor must ensure compliance with all AFF systems requirements. The contractor must additionally perform an operational check of the system. As a minimum, the operational check must consist of confirming the aircraft being tested is displayed in AFF.gov (indicating it is currently transmitting data to AFF.gov) and that all information displayed in AFF.gov is current. A username and password are required to access AFF.gov. Log on to the AFF website at https://www.aff.gov to request a username and password.

B7.3.5.7 If AFF becomes inoperable/unreliable the aircraft may, at the discretion of the Government, remain available for service utilizing radio/voice system for flight following. The contractor will return the AFF system to full operational capability within 72 hours after the inoperative/unreliable unit is first discovered as defective.

B7.3.5.8 AFF Systems must comply with supplemental requirements contained in Specification Section Supplement document available at : https://www.aff.gov/support/Specification_Section_Supplement.pdf.

B7.4 Navigational Systems

B7.4.1 One permanently installed, panel-mounted global positioning system (GPS-1) utilizing an approved, fixed external aircraft antenna and powered by the aircraft electrical system or an aviation portable GPS unit (Garmin GPSMap 296/396/496 or equivalent) provided the portable unit is securely mounted, presents information from an overhead orientation (not a drive-along-the-road type), and is powered by the aircraft electrical system. The GPS (permanently installed or portable) must utilize the WGS-84 datum and reference latitude and longitude coordinates in the degrees/minutes/decimal minutes (DM) mode for aircraft positioning. The GPS navigation database must be updated annually covering the geographic areas where the aircraft will operate.

B7.5 Audio Systems

B7.5.1 One audio control system must be provided which provides controls for selection and operation of all installed transceivers via a single set of jacks through which the helmet-mounted, noise-cancelling microphone and earphones are connected.

B7.6 Other Avionics

B7.6.1 One air traffic control (ATC) transponder and altitude reporting system meeting the requirements of 14 CFR Part 91.215 (a) and (b) and tested and inspected in accordance with 14 CFR 91.413.

https://www.aff.gov/ https://www.aff.gov/ https://www.aff.gov/support/Specification_Section_Supplement.pdf

Solicitation No. 140D025R0079 OC Single Engine Scooper Aircraft

B7.6.2 All aircraft must be equipped to meet the ADS-B OUT requirements of 14 CFR 91.225. ADS-B OUT systems must be approved to either TSO-C154c (978MHz Universal Access Transceiver [UAT]) or TSO-C166b (1090MHz Extended Squitter [1090ES]). Aircraft operating outside of the United States must be equipped with systems approved to TSO-C166b.

B7.6.3 ADS-B IN system is required, system furnished must be TSO-approved, receive both UAT and 1090ES, and be interfaced to a multifunction display (MFD) or tablet or mobile device, minimum size of 3.0 inches wide x 1.5 inches high capable of displaying TIS-B traffic and FIS-B weather.

B7.6.3.1 All ADS-B OUT systems installed in aircraft that are required to transition from the 48 contiguous United States through Canada to Alaska are required to use TSO-approved diversity antennas on both the top and bottom of the aircraft.

B7.6.4 Reserved

B7.6.5 The aircraft must be equipped with one permanently installed circuit breaker-protected, dual USB charging port. The port must be approved under TSO-C71, providing a maximum of 2.1A power at 5VDC and mounted in a location convenient to the pilot. (Cigarette lighter adapter is not acceptable)

B7.7 Flight Data Monitoring Systems

B7.7.1 If not already installed, the Contractor is required to install a Flight Data Monitoring System (FDMS) on all aircraft. This FDMS must be powered by the aircraft electrical system and operated from the application of electrical power before takeoff until the removal of electrical power after termination of flight. Systems must have a designated circuit breaker that can be identified and reset from a flight crew position.

B7.7.2 Any Flight Data Monitoring System (FDMS) must…