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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 items 8 and 15, and returning or (c) By separate letter or electronic communication which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT 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.

E. IMPORTANT: is not is required copies to the issuing office.

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT 1. CONTRACT ID CODE

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NUMBER 3. EFFECTIVE DATE 4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUISITION NUMBER 5. PROJECT NUMBER (If applicable)

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

STANDARD FORM 30 (REV. 11/2016)

Prescribed by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

FACILITY CODE

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NUMBER

9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NUMBER

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. is extended. is not extended.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required) copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;

13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS.

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NUMBER AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

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

NUMBER IN ITEM 10A.

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation data, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(b).

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

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

15C. DATE SIGNED

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

16C. DATE SIGNED

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

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

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8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (Number, street, county, State and ZIP Code) (X)

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15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

(Signature of person authorized to sign)

16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

(Signature of Contracting Officer)

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Contractor

The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers to sign this document and return

Angelina Clements

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Interior Business Center, AQD Acquisition Services Directorate 381 Elden Street Suite 2000A Herndon VA 20170

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Sponsored by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.110

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The purpose of this amendment is to provide

Government responses to Industry Questions.

The closing date and time for receipt of proposals is revised to September 8, 2026 at

2:00PM EDT.

SECTION A – REQUIREMENTS AND PRICES

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Contents Contract Acronyms

SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES

A1.1 On-Call (OC) Aircraft

A1.2 Exclusive Use (EU) Aircraft

A1.3 Exclusive Use Aircraft Locations with Specific Requirements:

A2.1 PRICING SCHEDULES

THE ADDITIONAL PAY ITEMS SHOWN BELOW APPLY TO ALL LINE ITEMS IN THE PRICING

SCHEDULES

SECTION B – TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

B1 Scope of Contract

B2 Certifications

B3 Order of Precedence (Specifications)

B4 Contracts and Task Orders

EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

B5 Condition of Equipment

B6 Aircraft Equipment Requirements

B7 Avionics Requirements

B8 Reserved

PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS

B9 Pilot Requirements

B10 Pilot Qualifications

B11 Flight Crewmembers Duty and Flight Limitations

B12 Personnel Duty Limitations

B13 Mechanic Requirement

B14 Mechanic Qualifications

B15 Mechanic Duty Limitations

B16 Reserved

B17 Reserved

B18 Relief Crew Requirement

OPERATIONS

B19 Pilot Authority and Responsibility

B20 Flight Operations

B21 Security of Aircraft and Equipment

B22 Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) for Flight Operations

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B23 Reserved

B24 Transportation of Hazardous Materials

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 Reserved

SECTION C-CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS

C1 CONTRACT CLAUSES

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

CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE

CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY FULL TEXT

FAR 52.216-5 Price Redetermination – Prospective (Jan 2022)

FAR 52.216-18 Ordering (Aug 2020)

FAR 52.216-19 Order Limitations (Oct 1995)

FAR 52.216-22 Indefinite Quantity (Oct 1995)

FAR 52.216-32 Task-Order and Delivery-Order Ombudsman (Sep 2019)

FAR 52.217-8 Option to Extend Services (Nov 1999)

FAR 52.217-9 Option to Extend the Term of the Contract (Mar 2000)

FAR 52.222-42 Statement of Equivalent Rates for Federal Hires (May 2014)

1452.201-70 Authorities and Delegations (SEP 2011)

1452.203-70 Restrictions on Endorsements (JUL 1996)

1452.228-71 Aircraft and General Public Liability Insurance (Mar 1989)

52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions – Commercial Items-Addendum

52.212-4(a) Inspection/Acceptance-The following is added:

FAR 52.212-4(q) Other Compliances (Only Applies to Alaska)

Contractor Responsibilities - Conduct of Business on a Military Installation. (Alaska Only)

Government Identification Cards - Contractor Employees (Alaska Only)

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Flight Time

GENERAL CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS

C2 Aircraft Use Reports

C3 Safety and Accident Prevention

C4 Aircraft Insurance

C5 Post Award Evaluation of Contractor Performance Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (Dec 2015)

C6 Personnel Conduct

C7 Safety Management System (SMS)

C8 Mishaps

C9 Suspension of Pilot

C10 Electronic Invoicing and Payment Requirements - Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) (February 2021)

C11 Contractor Personnel Security Requirements

C12 Prework Meeting

C13 Economic Price Adjustment (Does not apply to Alaska)

C14 Reserved

C15 Exclusive Use Period (EU Task Order Only)

C16 Extension of Exclusive Use Period

AVAILABILITY REQUIREMENTS

C17 Availability Requirements (OC& EU Task Orders)

C18 Schedule of Operations and Reaction Time (OC & EU Task Orders)

C19 Maintenance During Availability Period (OC & EU Task Orders)

C20 Unavailability and Damages (OC & EU Task Orders)

MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

C21 Daily Availability (OC & EU Task Orders)

C22 Flight Time (OC & EU Task Orders)

C23 Mobilization/Demobilization

C24 Additional Pay Items (from Schedule of Items)

C25 Government Miscellaneous Charges

C26 On-Ramping and Off-Ramping

C27 Add/Remove Aircraft/Equipment After Contract Award

SECTION C EXHIBITS

Exhibit 1 Aerial Supervision Mission Checklist

Exhibit 2 Unacceptable lap belt and shoulder harness conditions

Exhibit 3 First Aid and Survivial Kits

Exhibit 4 Safety Management System (SMS), Flight Time, Accident History, and FAA Violation Questionnaire (Pre-AWARD ver. 6.3 – 2026)

Exhibit 5 Airplane Approximate “Recommended Cruise" Fuel Consumption Rates

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Exhibit 6 Civil Aircraft Certificate of Insurance, DD Form 2400

Exhibit 7 Civil Aircraft Landing Permit, DD Form 2401

Exhibit 8 Civil Aircraft Hold Harmless Agreement, DD Form 2402

Exhibit 9 Transportation Worksheet

Exhibit 11 Add/Remove – Aircraft/Equipment Request Form

Exhibit 12A Aircraft Questionnaire – On-Call

Exhibit 12B Aircraft Questionnaire – Exclusive Use

Exhibit 13 Aircraft Information Form

Exhibit 14 Equipment for Conducting Aircraft Operational Load Monitoring (OLM)

Exhibit 15 Task Order Competition Procedures

Exhibit 16 Recognized Airplane Mountain Training Flying Schools

Exhibit 17 Minimum Camera Sensor Specifications

SECTION D – INSTRUCTION TO OFFERORS AND EVALUATION CRITERIA

INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS

INTRODUCTION

D1 General Information

D2 North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code and Small Business Size Standard

D3 Instructions to Offerors – Commercial Items (52.212-1 (DEVIATION) MAR 2026)

Proposal Instructions

D4 Offer Contents

Volume I, General

Volume II, Technical Capability

Volume III, Organizational Safety

Volume IV, Past Performance

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Evaluation—Commercial Items (RFO 52.212-2 (DEVIATION) Mar 2026)

ADDENDUM TO RFO 52.212-2 EVALUATION—COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL

SERVICES (Mar 2026

Evaluation Factors

Evaluation Process for Base IDIQ Contract(s)

Evaluation Process for Exclusive Use Task Orders

SECTION E – CONTRACT PROVISIONS AND SOLICITATION ATTACHMENTS

PROVISIONS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE

Provisions Incorporated by Full Text

SECTION E EXHIBITS

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Exhibit E-1 Offeror’s Miscellaneous Information

Exhibit E-2A Aircraft Questionnaire – On-Call

Exhibit E-2B Aircraft Questionnaire – Exclusive Use

Exhibit E-3 Aircraft Information Form

Exhibit E-4 Past Performance Questionnaire

Exhibit E-5 Pricing Sheet

Exhibit E-6 Wage Determinations

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CONTRACT ACRONYMS

AC Advisory Circular ACS Airmen Certification Standards AD Airworthiness Directive ADS-B Automatic Dependent Surveillance – Broadcast AFF Automated Flight Following AFM Aircraft / Airplane Flight Manual AGL Above Ground Level ALSE Aviation Life Support Equipment AOM Aviation Operations and Management A&P Airframe and Power plant AQD Acquisition Services Directorate ASM Aviation Safety Manager ASR Airport Surveillance Radar ASTM American Society for Testing and Material ATC Air Traffic Control ATGS Air Tactical Group Supervisor AUR Aircraft Use Report CFR Code of Federal Regulations CO Contracting Officer COR Contracting Officer’s Representative CPARS Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting CRM Crew Resource Management CS Contract Specialist CTCSS Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System DIAR Department of the Interior Acquisition Regulation DME Distance Measuring Equipment DOI Department of Interior DOT Department of Transportation EFB Electronic Flight Bag ELT-AF Emergency Locator Transmitter – Automatic Fixed ELT-AP Electronic Locator Transmitter – Automatic Portable EPA Environmental Protection Agency ET Eastern Time EU Exclusive Use FAA Federal Aviation Administration FAR Federal Acquisition Regulation FBO Fixed Base Operator FTA Fire Traffic Area FTR Federal Travel Regulations GFE Government Furnished Equipment GPS Global Positioning System GS Glideslope IAT Interagency Aviation Training ICA Instructions for Continued Airworthiness ICS Intercommunication System ICAO International Civil Aviation Organization IDIQ Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity IFR Instrument Flight rules IIC Agency Investigator in Charge

IPP Invoice Processing Platform ISA International Standard Atmosphere IS-BAO International Standard for Business Aircraft Operations MEL Minimum Equipment List MFD Multifunction Display MIL-DTL Military Detail MMSB Manufacturer’s Mandatory Service Bulletins MSL Mean Sea Level NAC National Access Code NAICS North American Industrial Classification System NFES National Fire Equipment System NFPA National Fire Protection Association NTE Not To Exceed NTP Notice to Proceed NTSB National Transportation Safety Board NWCG National Wildfire Coordinating Group OEM Original Equipment Manufacturer OPM Operational Procedures Memoranda PA Public Address PAR Precision Approach Radar PI Project Inspector PIC Pilot-In-Command POA Privately Owned Aircraft POC Point of Contact POH Pilot Operating Handbook PPE Personal Protective Equipment PTT Push to Talk RFP Request for Proposals RNAV Area Navigation SAM System for Award Management SAS Standards for Aerial Supervision SDR Service Difficulty Reports SMS Safety Management System STC Supplemental Type Certificate T&M Time and Materials TAS Traffic Avoidance System TBO Time Between Overhaul TC Type Certificate TCAD Traffic Collision Avoidance System TCAS Traffic Collision Avoidance System TGID Talk Group ID TIS Traffic Information Systems TO Task Order UAS Uncrewed Aircraft System UAT Universal Access Transceiver USWFS United States Wildland Fire Service VFR Visual Flight rules VIN Vehicle Identification Number VOR Very High Frequency Omni-Directional Range VOX Voice Activated VSWR Voltage Standing Wave Ratio

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SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES

A1.1 On-Call (OC) Aircraft

Bureau: United States Wildland Fire Service (USWFS)

Designated Base: Aircraft may be requested to position to any base or incident in the Contiguous United States and Alaska. All equipment, facilities, and personnel required under this contract shall be delivered to and removed from the designated base location identified any subsequent task order location.

Aircraft Required: Multi or single engine turbine, turbofan, or turboprop powered land airplane equipped as specified in Section B for Air Tactical Group Supervisor (ATGS) operations.

Crew Compliment Required: Pilot in Command (PIC) and relief PIC

Minimum Aircraft Requirements:

Must have a Standard Airworthiness Certificate.

Aircraft certified under 14 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 23 or Part 25 (or Civil Aviation Regulation (CAR) 3 as applicable).

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.

Certified for VFR/IFR, Day/Night; Known Ice.

Aircraft must have environmental controls including heating and air conditioning.

Must be single pilot certified. ATGS will occupy Co-pilot seat.

Insured seating for three (3) passengers which includes the right front seat located in the cockpit.

Removable seats for cargo configuration.

No external obstructions within the field of regard, 9 o’clock to 3 o’clock, as viewed from the cockpit and minimal restrictions to outward visibility of the ground in level flight for the rear observers.

Cruise airspeed minimum 160 knots true airspeed at 8,000 feet pressure altitude, ISA+20ºC.

Endurance of four (4.0) hours of fuel plus 30-minute reserve with cruise power at 8,000 feet pressure altitude and temperature ISA +20°C.

Payload of 900 pounds with fuel for 250 nautical mile flight, VFR fuel reserve, at 8,000 feet pressure altitude, temperature ISA+20°C, 200-pound pilot and 25-pound survival kit.

Multi Engine Airplanes Only:

Cruise airspeed minimum 220 knots true airspeed at 8,000 feet pressure altitude, ISA+20ºC.

Positive single engine rate of climb when equipped for this contract with a 200-pound pilot, one 220-pound observer, 4 hours of fuel plus a 30- minute reserve, at 5,000 feet pressure altitude, ISA+33º C.

Pressurized aircraft with environmental controls, heater and air conditioner.

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A1.2 Exclusive Use (EU) Aircraft

Minimum Aircraft Requirements:

Must have a Standard Airworthiness Certificate.

Aircraft certified under 14 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 23 or Part 25 (or Civil Aviation Regulation (CAR) 3 as applicable).

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.

Certified for VFR/IFR, Day/Night; Known Ice.

Must be single pilot certified. ATGS will occupy Co-pilot seat.

Insured seating for three (3) passengers which includes the right front seat located in the cockpit.

Removable seats for cargo configuration.

No external obstructions within the field of regard, 9 o’clock to 3 o’clock, as viewed from the cockpit and minimal restrictions to outward visibility of the ground in level flight for the rear observers.

Cruise airspeed minimum 220 knots true airspeed at 8,000 feet pressure altitude, ISA+20ºC.

Endurance of four (4.0) hours of fuel plus 30-minute reserve with cruise power at 8,000 feet pressure altitude and temperature ISA +20°C.

Payload of 900 pounds with fuel for 250 nautical mile flight, VFR fuel reserve, at 8,000 feet pressure altitude, temperature ISA+20°C, 200-pound pilot and 25-pound survival kit.

Pressurized aircraft with environmental controls, heater and air conditioner.

Multi-Engine Airplanes Only:

Positive single engine rate of climb when equipped for this contract with a 200-pound pilot, one 220-pound observer, 4 hours of fuel plus a 30- minute reserve, at 5,000 feet pressure altitude, ISA+33º C.

A1.3 Exclusive Use Aircraft Locations with Specific Requirements:

Pocatello, ID:

Must meet the aircraft requirements of section A1.2 Multi or single engine airplanes plus:

Aircraft must be certified under 14 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 23 or Part 25.

Must be pressurized.

Single engine airplanes minimum 220 knots true airspeed 8,000 feet pressure altitude, ISA+20ºC.

Grand Junction, CO Must meet the aircraft requirements of section A1.2 Multi or single engine airplanes plus:

Aircraft must be certified under 14 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 23 or Part 25.

Must be pressurized.

Single engine airplanes minimum 220 knots true airspeed 8,000 feet pressure altitude, ISA+20ºC.

All of Alaska:

Must meet the aircraft requirements of section A1.2 Multi or single engine airplanes plus:

Aircraft must be certified under 14 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 23 or Part 25.

Must be pressurized.

Single engine airplanes minimum 220 knots true airspeed 8,000 feet pressure altitude, ISA+20ºC.

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A2.1 PRICING SCHEDULES

Within Exhibit E-5, offerors shall complete and submit a pricing schedule for each On-Call aircraft being offered.

The Offeror’s Pricing Schedule(s) from Exhibit E-5 will be incorporated into this Section A2.1 at award. See Section D4 Offer Contents below for submission instructions.

THE ADDITIONAL PAY ITEMS SHOWN BELOW APPLY TO ALL LINE ITEMS IN THE PRICING

SCHEDULES

ADDITIONAL PAY ITEMS PAY ITEM CODE UNIT UNIT PRICE

Extended Standby – Pilot (C18.1) EP Hour $75 Fuel Charge (Fairbanks, AK Only – See B25.1.1) FC Gallons Actual Cost Additional Crew AC Day $1000 Additional Pilot P03 Day $500 Additional Pay Items (C20) SC Each Actuals Per Diem PD Each Per FTR Fuel Charge (operations in Alaska) FC Each Actuals

A2.2 Minimum Guarantee/Maximum Quantity -The Minimum Guarantee under the contract, as required by Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 16.504(a)(1), is $500.00, which will be obligated on a Task Order (TO) at contract award. If no aircraft are ordered for an amount that exceeds the stated Minimum Guarantee by the end of the first 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 52.216-22 is $500.00. The Maximum Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) quantity will be a shared ceiling of $300 Million shared among all awardees.

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 (CO) will complete at time of award and again when fuel adjustments are made.

AVERAGE BASE PRICES AVERAGE REFERENCE PRICES

Jet Fuel Jet Fuel

100LL Aviation Gasoline 100LL Aviation Gasoline

EFFECTIVE DATE Award EFFECTIVE DATE

SOURCE DOCUMENT Original Contract SOURCE DOCUMENT

Re-established Base Price(s)

Jet Fuel 100LL Effective Date

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

100LL

AVIATION

GASOLINE

JET FUEL

$/GAL

Pocatello (KPIH) $7.40 $7.90

Twin Falls (KTWF) $7.99 $7.89 Ontario Municipal (KONO) $7.20 $6.50 Cedar City Regional Airport, Cedar City, UT (KCDC) $8.44 $8.38 Boise Air Terminal/Gowen Field, Boise, ID (KBOI) $8.43 $7.99 Salt Lake City International Airport (KSLC) $8.83 $9.03 Grand Junction Regional Airport, Grand Junction, CO

(KGJT) $8.52 $9.15

Reno/Tahoe International Airport, Reno, NV (KRNO) $7.19 $7.77 ELKO Regional Airport (KEKO) $7.99 $7.49 Billings Logan International Airport (KBIL) $6.50 $7.15 San Bernardino International Airport, CA (KSBD) $7.10 $7.00 Albuquerque International Support Airport, Albuquerque, NM (KABQ) $6.95 $9.13

Tucson International Airport, Tucson, AZ (KTUS) $8.40 $6.60 Yakima Air Terminal/McAllister Field, Yakima, WA

(KYKM) $8.05 $6.89

Burlington/Alamance Regional Airport, Burlington, NC

(KBUY) $7.39 $7.59

Waycross – Ware County Airport, Waycross, GA

(KAYS) $6.77 $6.83

Average $7.70 $7.71 Date fuel prices obtained 7/16/2026 http://www.airnav.com/fuel

SECTION B – TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

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SECTION B – TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

B1 Scope of Contract

B1.1 The intent of this contract is to obtain fully Contractor-operated and maintained Air Attack (OC and/or EU) flight services in support of Government missions in the contiguous United States and Alaska. Contractor services include provisions of an airplane, pilot(s), fuel (when not operating in Alaska), aircraft maintenance support, and all other associated equipment, as prescribed in this solicitation. Mission activities may include, but are not limited to, air tactical operations, aerial fire reconnaissance and detection, law enforcement limited to non-threatening surveillance and reconnaissance, and other administrative and related resource activities. The Government will direct aircraft to support its missions and objectives.

B1.1.1 Typical Aerial Supervision Mission Profile:

• Engine start, taxi and takeoff from 4,500’ Mean Sea Level (MSL) at ISA plus 20. Climb to 22,000’ MSL pressure altitude cruise 150 nm descend to working/loiter altitude of 14,500’ MSL pressure altitude, for a minimum of 3 hours.

• Mission flights consist of a high amount of flight time at speeds that require high angles of attack and/or flap extension in a right-hand orbit

• Aircraft loiter is typically at altitudes between 10,000’ Above Ground Level (AGL) and 3500’ AGL.

• Aircraft will leave the area of operation climb back to 22,000’ MSL pressure altitude and return to base.

B1.1.2 Optional Aerial Supervision Mission Profile:

• The aircraft awarded under this contract may offer the capability to support a range of aerial sensors for data collection and sharing, and aerial systems integration. The systems may deliver and receive data in support of mission intelligence to increase awareness, mission execution, and safety while operating between 3,500’ to 10,000’ AGL. The sensor payload shall be fully autonomous or remotely operated, not onboard operated. (See Exhibit 17).

B1.2 The Government and Contractor must establish an effective working relationship to successfully complete this contract. The cooperation, professionalism, and positive attitude of the Contractor’s employees 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 agencies, State agencies, and private landholders and may dispatch aircraft under this contract for such cooperative use which is subject to the ordering procedures and legal limitations applicable to the underlying IDIQ Contract(s).

B1.4 During any EU task order period, or when on an OC Resource Order, aircraft furnished shall be subject to the exclusive use of the Government.

B1.5 This aircraft may be dispatched to Alaska. Alaska-specific equipment and/or operational requirements are referenced throughout this document, and in the First Aid/Survival Equipment. Because deployment to Alaska from the Lower 48 usually requires transit through Canada all contractor personnel are required to possess a current passport. For operations in Alaska, the contractor must provide personal tents and sleeping bags for the aircraft’s crew for use in field camp environments.

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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 A 14 CFR Part 135 Air Carrier Certificate or Operating Certificate which authorizes the Contractor to operate in the category and class of aircraft and under flight conditions and locations required by this contract (e.g., airplane, multiengine, VFR, IFR, day/night, passengers, and cargo).

B2.2 The aircraft must be carried on the list required by 14 CFR Part 135.63 (Operations Specifications Part D085, “Aircraft Listing,”).

B2.3 The contract aircraft must have a Standard Airworthiness Certificate and have engineering support for continued air worthiness from the current type certificate (TC) holder or supplemental type certificate (STC) holder.

Installation of any equipment required by this contract must be Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approved.

B2.4 The Contractor must have Operations Specifications that permit all contiguous United States and Alaska operations.

B3 Order of Precedence (Specifications)

In the event of inconsistencies within the technical specification, the following order will be used in such resolution:

(1) typed provisions of these specifications; (2) United States Wildland Fire Service (USWFS) Aviation Operations and Management (AOM) supplements and/or exhibits incorporated by reference; (3) 14 CFR incorporated by reference; (4) aircraft manufacturer’s specifications; and (5) other documents incorporated by reference.

B4 Contracts and Task Orders

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

B4.2 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.

B4.3 Electronic copies of contracts and task orders may be used. However, the contractor is responsible for ensuring that the documents 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.

EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

B5 Condition of Equipment

The Contractor-furnished aircraft and all other required equipment must be operable, free of damage, and in good repair. Aircraft systems and components must be free of leaks, except where specified by the manufacturer.

B5.1 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, repairs, or tinting which hinder visibility.

B5.2 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.

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B5.3 See the Unacceptable Lap Belt and Shoulder Harness Conditions Exhibit for lap belt and shoulder harness conditions that are not acceptable.

B6 Aircraft Equipment Requirements

Any aircraft provided for use under this contract must be equipped with items as shown below:

B6.1 Current aeronautical charts covering area of operations (including Canada when in transit). Electronic Flight Bags (EFB) meeting OpSpec A061 are authorized.

B6.2 Sensor system to meet requirements of Exhibit 17.

B6.3 Free air temperature gauge.

B6.4 One set of individual lap belts for each installed seat meeting the standards of TSO-C22g or later revision and rated at 3000 lbs or more.

B6.5 Shoulder harness with automatic or manual-locking inertia reel for each front seat occupant. Shoulder straps and lap belts must fasten with one single-point, metal-to-metal, quick-release mechanism. All shoulder restraints must meet TSO-C114 or later revision and be rated at 3000 lbs or more. Heavy-duty (military-style) harnesses with fabric loop connecting the shoulder harness to the male portion of the lap belt buckle are acceptable.

B6.6 Fire extinguisher(s), as required by 14 CFR Part 135, for the purposes of this contract, must be a handheld bottle, minimum 2-B:C rating, mounted and accessible to the flight crew while seated. The fire extinguisher must be maintained in accordance with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Manual 10, Standards for Portable Fire Extinguishers or the Contractor’s 135 operations manual.

B6.7 Dual flight controls for initial pilot performance evaluation.

B6.8 Aircraft lighting for night operation in accordance with 14 CFR Part 91.205(c), including instrument lights.

B6.9 A wing and tail strobe light system with an independent activating switch.

B6.10 High-visibility, pulsating, forward facing, conspicuity lighting.

B6.11 Air Conditioning

B6.12 Cabin heater and window defogger.

B6.13 Reserved.

B6.14 A first aid kit containing at least the items specified in the First Aid and Survival Kits (Section C, Exhibit 3) must be carried aboard the aircraft on all flights and must be included in weight and balance calculations.

B6.15 A survival kit containing at least the items specified in the First Aid and Survival Kits Exhibit must be carried aboard the aircraft on all flights and must be included in weight and balance calculations.

B6.16 FAA-approved cargo restraints, cargo nets, and cargo straps for cargo tie down in cabin and baggage compartment area.

B6.17 Aerial Supervision Mission checklist. This checklist is required to be in the aircraft and utilized in-accordance-with the National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) Standards for Aerial Supervision (SAS), PMS

505. The aerial supervision mission checklist is attached as Exhibit 1, Section C of this contract. These checklists can be in print or electronic format. Copies of the SAS may be obtained from any interagency fire cache; item National Fire Equipment System (NFES) 2544.

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B6.18 Alaska operations only- Personal Tents and sleeping bags for the aircrafts crew for use in field camp environments.

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 maintenance standards of Section B7. Detailed avionics systems performance requirements are listed in Avionics Operational Test Standards (copies available upon request from AOM 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 (AC) 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 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 must 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 must 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-portable or automatic-fixed 406 MHz Electronic Locator Transmitter – Automatic Portable (ELT/AP) or Electronic Locator Transmitter – Automatic Fixed (ELT/AF), meeting FAA Technical Standard Order (TSO)-C126 and COSPAS/SARSAT specifications, must be installed in the aircraft per the manufacturer’s installation manual, in a conspicuous or marked location. The ELT must include a 121.5 MHz homing beacon and be equipped with an external fixed-type antenna, mounted in a location approved by the aircraft manufacturer.

Documentation of bi-annual registration from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is required for all TSO C126 and newer ELTs.

B7.3.2 Three panel-mounted VHF-AM (VHF-1, VHF-2, VHF-3) 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 Three P25-compliant VHF-FM transceivers. Each transceiver (FM-1, FM-2, FM-3) 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 and observer/copilot when https://www.nifc.gov/resources/NIICD/niicd-documents https://www.nifc.gov/resources/NIICD/niicd-documents

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B7.3.3.1 Each 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 Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System (CTCSS) tones, National Access Codes (NAC’s), or Talk Group ID’s (TGID’s), while in flight. Each 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 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, at least one 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 Each required VHF-FM transceiver specified in B7.3.4 above must also be equipped with a conveniently located programming port, to facilitate programming via a Government-owned laptop computer. The port(s) must be protected from accidental damage via contact, be hard-wired to the transceiver(s), not require switching of any cables for utilization, and must be conveniently located for ease of use. The Contractor must also furnish appropriate cables of adequate length, and/or any necessary adapters, to interconnect the aircraft programming ports to the serial and/or USB port(s) of the Government laptop computers as required.

Note: The “DIN” type connector receptacle on the front panel of some TDFM-136-series radios is part of an encryption feature and may not function as a programming port connector. This connector can be utilized for channel programming on model TDFM-136A, serial numbers FDA1200 and higher, and model TDFM-136B

ONLY.

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.

B7.3.5.3 AFF communications must always be fully operational in all areas of operation. Contractors working in or accepting dispatches to the State of Alaska, Southern Canada, or Western Canada must have an AFF system capable https://www.aff.gov/

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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.

B7.3.6 Satellite Phone System (For Alaska location only)

B7.3.6.1 One Iridium-network based Satellite Telephone (SatPhone) system. The installation must be in accordance with 14 CFR 43.

B7.3.6.2 The SatPhone handset, or remote dialer, must be mounted in a convenient location in the cockpit. The location must provide ready and unencumbered access to its controls by both front seat occupants.

B7.3.6.3 The SatPhone system audio must be permanently interfaced to the aircraft audio system in the same manner as the aircraft radios, so that the pilot and observer/copilot can utilize the SatPhone via their headsets. It is preferred that all occupants of the aircraft be able to converse over the SatPhone through their headsets, though keypad access may be limited to the two front seat occupants.

B7.3.6.4 The SatPhone system must provide the capability to pre-program at least six (6) telephone numbers that can be quickly selected by either front seat occupant while in flight.

B7.3.6.5 A TSO C-129a L-band antenna acceptable to the manufacturer of the Sat Phone system must be installed on top of the fuselage, giving as much a view of the overhead hemisphere as possible.

B7.3.6.6 The SatPhone system may be integrated into the AFF system (see B7.3.5) using either the same Iridium communicator or a separate Iridium communicator. In the former case, it is acceptable for phone calls to interrupt the transmission of AFF position reports for brief periods of time, and flight crews must be instructed as to this conflict.

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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.

B7.4.1.1 A GPS data port connector must be installed for the purposes of external data retrieval by a GIS laptop computer from the above GPS. The connector must be a DB-9F type D sub-connector, must be wired for RS-232C serial format for laptop computers (pin 2=transmit data, pin 3=receive data [if applicable], and pin 5=ground) and must be mounted in a location convenient to the front seat observer. The contractor must also furnish an adapter cable to interface the DB-9F Type D sub-connector to a USB connector.

B7.4.2 Additional Navigational Systems. The aircraft must be equipped with the navigational equipment required for IFR operations as specified in 14 CFR 135.165, including, but not limited to, the following:

B7.4.2.1 Two VHF, VOR/LOC aeronautical navigation receivers with indicators (NAV-1, NAV-2), each with a minimum of 100 navigation receive channels.

B7.4.2.2 One glideslope (GS) system, with a minimum of 20 receive channels.

B7.4.2.3 One marker beacon receiver system with three-light indicator must be installed. The marker beacon receiver system is not required, if the aircraft is equipped with approved substitute equipment as described 14 CFR

91.175 (k).

Note: 14 CFR Part 91.175 (k) Approved substitute equipment is described as compass locator; precision approach radar (PAR) or airport surveillance radar (ASR); DME, VOR, or nondirectional beacon fixes authorized in the standard instrument approach procedure; or a suitable RNAV system in conjunction with a fix identified in the standard instrument approach procedure.

B7.4.2.4 One DME system, with a minimum of 100 channels and NAV-1/NAV-2 channeling. Note: If the GPS unit supplied to meet the requirements of B7.4.1 above is certified for IFR Supplemental Navigation under TSO-C129, a separate DME unit is not required.

B7.5 Audio Control System(s).

B7.5.1 Two separate audio control systems (dual systems installed in a single unit are NOT acceptable) must be provided for the pilot and ATGS/copilot, in locations convenient to each. Each system must provide pilot and ATGS/copilot with separate controls for selection of receiver audio outputs and transmitter microphone/Push to Talk (PTT) audio inputs for all installed radios and Public Address (PA) systems. Each system must also provide pilot and ATGS/copilot with separate controls for adjustment of both the intercommunications system (ICS) and the receiver audio output levels.

B7.5.1.1 Transmitter selection and operation. Separate transmitter selection controls must be provided for the microphone/PTT inputs of both pilot and ATGS/copilot. The system must be configured so that the pilot, ATGS/copilot, and (where required) Aft ATGS Instructor may each simultaneously select and utilize a different transmitter (or PA system when installed) via their respective microphone/PTT. Whenever a transmitter is selected, the companion receiver audio must automatically be selected for the corresponding earphone. Transmitter sidetone audio must be provided for the user as well as for cross-monitoring via the corresponding receiver selection switch on the other audio control system.

B7.5.1.2 Receiver selection and operation. Separate controls must be provided for both pilot and ATGS/co-pilot selection of audio from one or any combination of available receivers. Any ICS-equipped aft seat passenger positions not furnished with its own audio system must monitor the receiver(s) as selected by the ATGS/copilot. The

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B7.5.1.3 The controls of the audio system(s) must be located and arranged so that both the pilot and ATGS/copilot, when seated, have full and unrestricted movement of each control without interference from their clothing, the cockpit structure, or the flight controls. Labeling and marking of controls must be clear, understandable, legible, and permanent. Electronic label maker marking is acceptable.

B7.5.1.4 Aft ATGS Instructor Station. One aft cabin position must be provided for use by an ATGS instructor. A third audio control system, providing the same functions as those described in B7.5.1 et. Seq. above, is required at this position.

B7.5.2 An ICS must be provided for the pilot, ATGS/copilot, the aft cabin ATGS instructor, and at least one other aft seat passenger positions. ICS audio must mix with, but not mute, selected receiver audio. An ICS audio level control must be provided for each position above. Adjustment of the ICS audio level at any position must not affect the level at any other position. A “hot mic" capability, controlled via voice activation (VOX), must be provided for each position above. ICS sidetone audio must be provided for the earphones corresponding with the microphone in use. The ICS audio output must be free of excessive distortion, hum, noise, and crosstalk, and must be amplified sufficiently to facilitate ease of use in a noisy cockpit/cabin environment.

B7.5.3 Earphones, microphones, PTTs, and jacks designed for operation with 600-ohm earphones and carbon-equivalent, noise-canceling boom type microphones (Gentex electret type Model 5060 2, military dynamic type M 87/AIC with CE 100 TR preamplifier, or equivalent) must be furnished at all required positions.

B7.5.3.1 A single set of J-033 and J-034 type connector jacks, providing all specified radio and ICS functions, must be provided at each required position in the aircraft. These jacks must accept the PJ-055B and PJ-068 type connector plugs as utilized with the headset/ microphone.

B7.5.3.2 Separate PTT switches must be provided for radio transmitter microphone operation at the pilot, ATGS/copilot, and aft cabin ATGS instructor positions. The pilot's PTT switch must be mounted on the control yoke.