140D8021R0015_BLM_Rifle_Amendment_003_0003.pdf

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Exclusive Use Type III Helicopter Solicitation 140D8021R0015/003 Rifle, CO

Table of Contents

SECTION A - REQUIREMENTS AND PRICES

SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES

A1. Item Requirement:

A2 Item Pricing

A3 Additional Pay Items

SECTION B – TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

B1 Scope of Contract

B2 Certifications

B3 Order of Precedence (Specifications)

B4 Contracts

EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

B5 Condition of Equipment

B6 Aircraft Equipment Requirements

B7 Avionics Requirements

B8 Fuel Servicing Vehicle Equipment Requirements (Required for Lower 48 States Operations Only)

B9 Pilot Requirements and Authority

B10 Pilot Qualifications

B11 Personnel Duty Limitations

B12 Flight Crewmembers’ Duty and Flight Limitations

B13 Mechanic Requirement

B14 Mechanic Qualifications

B15 Mechanic Duty Limitations

B16 Fuel Servicing Vehicle Driver Requirement and Qualifications (Required for Lower 48 States Operations Only)

B17 Fuel Servicing Vehicle Driver Duty Limitations

B18 Relief Crew Requirement

OPERATIONS

B19 Pilot Authority and Responsibility

B20 Flight Operations

B21 Security of Aircraft and Equipment

B22 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Flight Operations

B23 PPE for Ground Operations

B24 Transportation of Hazardous Materials

B25 Fuel and Servicing Requirements

AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS

Rifle, CO

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 Helicopter Turbine Engine Power Check

SECTION C CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS

CONTRACT CLAUSES

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

Clauses Incorporated by Full Text

FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions – Commercial Items – Addenda

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

52.212-4(k)Taxes

52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items.

(JUL 2021)

52.216-18 Ordering (AUG 2020)

52.216-19 Order Limitations (Oct 1995)

52.216-22 Indefinite Quantity (Oct 1995)

52.217-8 Option to Extend Services (Nov 1999)

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

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

52.223-99 Ensuring Adequate COVID-19 Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors. ENSURING ADEQUATE

COVID-19 SAFETY PROTOCOLS FOR FEDERAL CONTRACTORS (OCT 2021) (DEVIATION)

1452.201-70 Authorities and Delegations (SEP 2011)

ADDENDA to 1452.201-70: COTR/PI/Safety Manager & Advisor

1452.203-70 Restrictions on Endorsements (JUL 1996)

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

GENERAL CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS

C1 Aircraft Use Report (AUR)

C2 Electronic Invoicing and Payment Requirements Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) (APR 2013)

C3 Contractor Personnel Security Requirements

C4 Reserved

C5 Reserved

C6 Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (Dec 2015)

C7 Prework Meeting

C8 Personnel Conduct

Rifle, CO

C9 Safety and Accident Prevention

C10 Safety Management System (SMS)

C11 Mishaps

C12 Economic Price Adjustment – Fuel

C13 Contract Period

C14 Exclusive Use Period

C15 Extension of Exclusive Use Period

C16 Availability Requirements

C17 Schedule of Operations and Reaction Time

C18 Maintenance During Availability Period

C19 Unavailability and Damages

MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

C20 Daily Availability

C21 Flight Time

C22 Mobilization/Demobilization

C23 Additional Pay Items (from Schedule of Items)

C24 Government Miscellaneous Charges

EXHIBITS

SECTION D- INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS

D1 General Information

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

D3 Period for Acceptance of Offers

D4 Submission of Offers

D5 Offer Contents

EVALUATION OF PROPOSALS

52.212-2 Evaluation—Commercial Items (OCT 2014) (tailored)

D6.1 Evaluation Factors

D6.2 Technical Capability

D6.3 Organizational Safety

D6.4 Past Performance

D6.5 Total Evaluated Price

D7 Tradeoff Analysis and Contractor Selection

D8 Inquiries Regarding the Solicitation

SECTION E – OFFEROR’S REPRESENTATIONS, CERTIFICATIONS AND OTHER STATEMENTS

52.252-1 Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998)

52.204-24 Representation Regarding Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment (Oct 2020)

Rifle, CO

52.204-26 Covered Telecommunications Equipment or Services-Representation (Oct 2020)

52.209-2 Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations-Representation (Nov 2015)

52.209-5 Certification Regarding Responsibility Matters (Aug 2020)

52.209-7 Information Regarding Responsibility Matters (Oct 2018)

52.209-11 Representation by Corporations Regarding Delinquent Tax Liability or a Felony Conviction under any Federal Law (Feb 2016)

52.212-3 –Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items (Aug 2020)

52.216-1 Type of Contract (APR 1984)

52.233-2 -- Service of Protest Department of the Interior (JUL 1996) (Deviation)

1452.215-71 Use and Disclosure of Proposal Information (Apr 1984)

SECTION E EXHIBITS

ACRONYMS

Rifle, CO

AC Advisory Circular AD Airworthiness Directive AMS Aviation Management System A&P airframe and power plant APCO Association of Public-Safety Communications

Officials AQD Acquisition Services Directorate ASM Aviation Safety Manager ASO Aviation Safety Office ASTM American Society for Testing and Material ATC Air Traffic Control AUR Aircraft Use Report CFR Code of Federal Regulations CO Contracting Officer COR Contracting Officer’s Representative COTR Contracting Officer’s Technical 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 ERG Emergency Response Guidebook FAA Federal Aviation Administration FAR Federal Acquisition Regulations FS Forest Service FTR Federal Travel Regulations GVW gross vehicle weight GPM gallons per minute GPS global positioning system HIGE hover-in-ground effect HOGE hover-out-of-ground effect IAT interagency aviation training IBC Interior Business Center ICAO International Civil Aviation Organization ICS intercom system IFR instrument flight rules IP Institute of Petroleum IPP Invoice Processing Platform MMSB Manufacturer’s Mandatory Service Bulletins NFPA National Fire Protection Association NTSB National Transportation Safety Board NWCG National Wildfire Coordinating Group OAS Office of Aviation Services PA public address system PA pressure altitude PFD personal flotation device PIC pilot-in-command

PPE personal protective equipment PSD plastic sphere dispenser PSI pounds per square inch PTT push to talk RFQ Request for Quotes RPM revolutions per minute SFI Safety Foundation Incorporated STEP Single-skid, Toe-In and Hover Exit/Entry

Procedures TBO time between overhaul TSO technical service order UL Underwriter’s Laboratory USDA United States Department of Agriculture VFR visual flight rules VNE velocity never exceed VOX voice activation VSWR voltage standing wave ratio

SECTION A – PRICING AND REQUIREMENTS

BLM Exclusive Use Helicopter 8 Solicitation # 140D8021R0015/003

SECTION A - REQUIREMENTS AND PRICES

SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES

A1. Item Requirement:

Aircraft Required: One light helicopter meeting the minimum requirements in section A and equipped as specified in Section B

Crew Compliment Required: Pilot-in-Command (PIC) with relief pilot, fuel service vehicle driver with relief driver, and mechanic with relief mechanic. The Contractor may provide a mechanic that is also the fuel service vehicle driver.

Fuel Servicing Vehicle Requirement: One vehicle equipped as specified in Section B8.

Minimum Helicopter Requirements:

Seating: Five (5) insured passenger seats not including pilot, but including copilot seat in an aircraft, normally single pilot operated.

Payload: Non-jettisonable payload (HOGE) of 900 pounds at 25 degrees Celsius at 7,000 feet pressure altitude using a pilot weight of 200 pounds, a 25-pound survival kit and fuel for 1.9 hours.

Powerplant: Turbine engine

Certification Basis: 14 CFR 27

Airspeed: 120 Knots at 7000 feet and 25 degrees Celsius

Landing gear: Skid Type

Aft Cabin Doors: Equipped with one sliding door installed on side opposite pilot station

Target Helicopter Requirements:

Performance Enhancements:

Applicable to BH 407:

Eagle 407HP STC

Applicable to AS350/H125 series:

Arriel 2D Engine BLR FastFin® or equivalent system Dual Hydraulics

Payload: Non-jettisonable payload (HOGE) of 1000 pounds at 25 degrees Celsius at 7,000 feet pressure altitude using a pilot weight of 200 pounds, a 25-pound survival kit and fuel for 1.9 hours.

PIC position: Left Seat PIC

Aft Cabin Doors: Equipped with right and left side sliding doors

Aft Cabin Seating: Utility folding forward-facing aft cabin seating for easy access to a flat cabin floor equipped with tie downs for carriage of bulky cargo.

Payload amounts shall be computed by using the Government’s Standard Interagency Load Calculation Method and Form and the Helicopter Fuel Consumption and Weight Reduction Chart included under Exhibits along with the offered aircraft’s applicable Hover Ceiling Charts, weight and balance report and equipment list that you provide.

SECTION A - REQUIREMENTS AND PRICES

BLM Exclusive Use Helicopter 9 Solicitation # 140D8021R0015/003

SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES

SPECIAL NOTICE:

The contract price shall include all applicable Federal, State, and local taxes and duties (see 52.212-4(k) Taxes)

A2 Item Pricing

OFFEROR NAME

AIRCRAFT FOR THIS

PRICING SCHEDULE

Make/Model

FAA Registration #

Complete shaded areas only.

DESIGNATED BASE: Rile, CO EXCLUSIVE USE PERIOD: 90 calendar days

ITEM 001 – Base Year: May 01, 2022 through April 30, 2023 EXCLUSIVE USE PERIOD: June 01, 2022 through August 29, 2022

DESCRIPTION

PAY

ITEM CODE

QUANTITY

UNIT

PRICE

EXTENDED

AMOUNT

Daily Availability Price per day for availability

AV

Guaranteed

DAYS

Estimated Flight Hours Price per flight hour wet

FT

Estimated

FLIGHT

HOURS

EXTENSION (Optional) Price per day for availability during extension period

Price per flight hour during extension period

Additional pay items (T&M Line Item): The additional pay items are a Not-To-Exceed (NTE). The amount is for funding purposes only and implies no guarantee.

See Additional Pay Items Schedule for Rates $ 30,000 (NTE)

ITEM 001 – ESTIMATED TOTAL – Base Year 2022

Hourly Flight Rate Dry (2022) For Alaska Operations (See Alaska Supplement Exhibit-12) Pay Item Code: FD $

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ITEM 002 – 1st Option Year: May 01, 2023 through April 30, 2024 EXCLUSIVE USE PERIOD: June 01, 2023 through August 29, 2023

See A2.2.1

Price per flight hour

Not-To-Exceed (NTE). The amount is for funding purposes only and implies no guarantee.

See Additional Pay Items Schedule for Rates $ 30,000 (NTE)

ITEM 002 – ESTIMATED TOTAL – 1st Option Year 2023

Hourly Flight Rate Dry (2023)

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ITEM 003 – 2nd Option Year: May 01, 2024 through April 30, 2025 EXCLUSIVE USE PERIOD: June 01, 2024 through August 29, 2024

Not-To-Exceed (NTE). The amount is for funding purposes only and implies no guarantee.

See Additional Pay Items Schedule for Rates $ 30,000 (NTE)

ITEM 003 – ESTIMATED TOTAL – 2nd Option Year 2024

Hourly Flight Rate Dry (2024)

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ITEM 004 – 3rd Option Year: May 01, 2025 through April 30, 2026 EXCLUSIVE USE PERIOD: June 01, 2025 through August 29, 2025

Not-To-Exceed (NTE). The amount is for funding purposes only and implies no guarantee.

See Additional Pay

ITEM 004 – ESTIMATED TOTAL, – 3rd Option Year 2025

Hourly Flight Rate Dry (2025)

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ITEM 005 – 4th Option Year: May 01, 2026 through April 30, 2027 EXCLUSIVE USE PERIOD: June 01, 2026 through August 29, 2026

Not-To-Exceed (NTE). The amount is for funding purposes only and implies no guarantee.

See Additional Pay

ITEM 005 – ESTIMATED TOTAL, – 4th Option Year 2026

Hourly Flight Rate Dry (2026)

ESTIMATED TOTAL FOR ITEMS 001 THROUGH 005

A2.1 Funding will not be obligated under the Indefinite-Delivery Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract. The contracting officer will issue a separate task order prior to the exclusive use period for each year covered under the contract. Each task order will obligate funding for the payment of aircraft services.

A2.2 The Minimum Guarantee under the contract, as required by contract clause 52.216-22, is the total amount for Daily Availability during the Exclusive Use Period (90 days) for the first year (base year) of the contract; however, the guaranteed quantity for daily availability is subject to reductions due to unavailability. The estimated quantity for daily availability during any extension of the exclusive use period is not guaranteed and is subject to reductions due to unavailability.

A2.2.1 If option year is exercised it will include a guarantee of 90 days AV. Not associated with the minimum guarantee in A2.2

A2.2.2 The maximum quantity of services the Government may order under the contract is $7,000,000. This amount is not a historical or planned expenditure but set in accordance with FAR 16.504(a)(4).

A2.3 The start date for services may be changed by the issuance of a modification to the yearly funding task order in accordance Section C14.

A2.4 In the lower-48 states all fuel shall be provided by the contractor and should be included in the flight rate (wet rate).

BLM Exclusive Use Helicopter 14 Solicitation # 140D8021R0015/003

A3 Additional Pay Items (Time & Material; IAW FAR 52.212-4 ALT 1.)

SCHEDULE

SUB-ITEM

ADDITIONAL PAY ITEMS

PAY ITEM

CODE

APPLICABLE RATES

(i) Extended Standby – Pilot EP HOUR $48.00

(ii) Extended Standby – Driver Light Truck Medium Truck

ET

ET

HOUR

HOUR

$33.00

(iii) Extended Standby - Mechanic EM HOUR $40.00

(iv) Fuel Servicing Vehicle Mileage SMM

SML MILE

350-749 gallons $ 2.47 750-1,499 gallons $ 3.20

(v) Contractor Miscellaneous Costs SC EACH Actuals Reimbursed

(vi) Subsistence PD EACH Per FTR

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 Aircraft

Jet Fuel Av

Gas

Fuel Source Location Atlantic Aviation, Rifle, CO - KRIL- 970-625-4833

Base Price

$ 4.90

Reference Price

Effective Date

Contract Award

Source Document

ORIGINAL

CONTRACT

Source Document

Difference

$ X consumption rate of

Increase/Decrease Due

Old Flight Rate

New Flight Rate

Re-established Base Price

BLM Exclusive Use Helicopter 15 Solicitation # 140D8021R0015/003

The below information will be completed and included in any contract awarded.

BELOW INFORMATION SHALL BE COMPLETED BY THE CONTRACTING AGENCY AT AWARD

Aircraft payload is an element of your offer. The hover-out of ground effect (HOGE) payload that was confirmed for the aircraft identified on the following page is made a part of the contract. Payload is computed using the Section A payload requirement and will be verified at the time of aircraft inspection. Water/retardant bucket sizes appropriate for this contract are identified below.

GOVERNMENT USE ONLY

CONFIRMED HOGE PAYLOAD AMOUNT

PERFORMANCE REFERENCE

(FLIGHT MANUAL PAGE/CHART)

WATER/RETARDANT BUCKET CAPACITY

REQUIRED

1ST

2ND

FUEL TRUCK CAPACITY

Gallons:

SECTION B – TECHNICAL SPECIFICCATIONS

BLM Exclusive Use Helicopter 16 Solicitation # 140D8021R0015/003

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 exclusive use helicopter flight services to transport personnel and/or cargo in support of Government natural resource missions. Contractor services include provision of a helicopter, personnel, fuel servicing vehicle, fuel, and all other associated equipment as prescribed in this solicitation. Missions will include, but are not limited to search and rescue, STEP (single-skid, toe-in, hover entry/exit procedures) landings, fire suppression, fire monitoring, initial attack, prescribed fire and aerial ignition, cargo let-down, law enforcement limited to nonthreatening surveillance and reconnaissance, and other administrative and related resource activities. Missions may require flight operations to be conducted above 10,000 feet PA but less than 18,000 feet PA. Contractors must ensure compliance with applicable FAA regulatory requirements concerning the use of oxygen. The Government will direct aircraft to support its missions and objectives.

B1.2 Operations will be conducted in accordance with applicable FAA regulations, the NWCG Standards for Helicopter Operations (NSHO) (formerly IHOG) and the Interagency Aviation Transport of Hazardous Material and other documents referenced in specific sections of the contract. The NSHO and the Interagency Aviation Transport of Hazardous Material documents may be found at the following link; https://www.doi.gov/aviation/library/guides The pilot and air crew will jointly conduct risk assessments for all missions to determine the risk and hazards. No mission will be flown that presents an unacceptable level of risk.

B1.3 During the exclusive use period and any subsequent extension, aircraft furnished shall be subject to the exclusive use and control of the Government 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.

B1.4 The Government and Contractor must establish an effective working relationship to successfully complete this contract. The Contractor’s employees’ cooperation, professionalism, and positive attitude toward accomplishment of the mission and aviation safety are an integral element of this relationship.

B1.5 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.

B1.6 This aircraft may be dispatched to Alaska. Because deployment to Alaska usually requires transit through Canada, all required contractor personnel must possess current passports. For the Alaska-specific equipment and/or operational requirements, refer to the Alaska Supplement Exhibit (see Section C).

B2 Certifications

The Contractor must hold and keep current all of the following required certificates and must ensure that contract aircraft are always operated and maintained in compliance with those certificates:

B2.1 A Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Air Carrier or Operating Certificate which authorizes the Contractor to operate in the category and class of aircraft and under flight conditions required by this contract (e.g., rotorcraft, visual flight rules (VFR) day/night, passengers, and cargo).

B2.2 A Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Part 135 Air Carrier certificate. These aircraft must be carried on the list required by 14 CFR, Part 135.63 or Operations Specifications Part D, "Aircraft Listing," as appropriate.

B2.3 A 14 CFR, Part 133, "Rotorcraft External Load Operations" certificate which authorizes Class B loads, as a minimum.

https://www.doi.gov/aviation/library/guides

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B2.4 A 14 CFR, Part 137, "Agricultural Aircraft Operations" certificate.

B2.5 The contract aircraft must have a Standard Airworthiness certificate. Installation of any equipment required by this contract must be FAA-approved.

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) DOI Office of Aviation Services (OAS) 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

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 helicopter, fuel servicing vehicle, 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 (stop drilling is considered temporary). 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 hinders 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.

B5.3 Lap belt and shoulder harness assemblies shall be in acceptable condition as determined by the Government. See the Unacceptable Lap Belt and Shoulder Harness Conditions Exhibit (see Section C) for examples of lap belt and shoulder harness conditions that are not acceptable.

B5.4 Military or other similar low visibility paint schemes are unacceptable. The Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative (COTR) may approve high visibility enhancements.

B6 Aircraft Equipment Requirements

The Contractor must provide one fully compliant helicopter that is equipped as shown below for each item:

BLM Exclusive Use Helicopter 18 Solicitation # 140D8021R0015/003

B6.1 A complete set of current aeronautical charts covering the expected area of operations.

Note: Electronic flight bags are acceptable if authorized by the FAA in the company’s operation specifications.

B6.2 One digital hour meter installed in a location visible by the pilot and front seat observer while seated. The meter must be wired in series with a switch on the collective control, and a switch activated by engine or transmission oil pressure or by equivalent means, to record flight time only.

B6.3 Free air temperature gauge.

B6.4 One set of individual lap belts for each installed seat.

B6.5 Double strap 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. Heavy-duty (military-style) harnesses with fabric loop connecting the shoulder harness to the male portion of the lap belt buckle are acceptable.

B6.5.1 Shoulder harnesses equipped with inertia reel (either single-strap or double-strap) for each aft cabin occupant.

Shoulder harness straps and lap belts must fasten with a single-point, metal-to-metal, quick-release mechanism.

B6.6 Reserved

B6.7 Fire extinguisher(s), as required by 14 CFR, 135, must be a handheld bottle, minimum 2-B:C rating, mounted and accessible to the flight crew while seated. (See the fire extinguisher maintenance instructions in Section B29.)

B6.8 Dual controls for initial pilot performance evaluation. (May also be required for interim or recurrent pilot performance evaluations at the option of the Government.)

B6.9 Aircraft lighting for night operation in accordance with 14 CFR 91.205(c), including instrument lights.

B6.10 A strobe light (with either a white, or half-white/half-red lens) or a flashing LED (red or white), mounted on top of the aircraft or otherwise visible from above, with an independent activating switch. A red strobe or rotating beacon does not satisfy this requirement.

B6.11 High visibility, pulsating, forward-facing, conspicuity lighting.

B6.12 High visibility markings on main rotor blades as specified by the Acceptable Paint Schemes Exhibit.

B6.13 High-skid-type landing gear if manufactured for make and model.

B6.14 Personnel access steps for aircraft with a floor height greater than 18 inches to ensure safe entrance and exit from each door.

B6.15 Locking cap(s) on all fuel inlet ports.

B6.16 Cabin heater and window defogger.

B6.17 Wire strike protection system (mechanical). (Note: If manufactured for the make and model of helicopter.)

B6.18 Main rotor brake.

B6.19 Snow/tundra pads (Note: To be installed when requested by the Government.)

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B6.20 Cabin doors which may be removed or opened in flight.

B6.21 Cargo compartment, internal and external capable of accommodating 58-inch long shovels, rakes, and other tools as specified below:

For internal:

B6.21.1 15-cubic-foot baggage compartment within the aircraft fuselage specifically designed to carry cargo separate from the cabin.

Note: Requires rear bulkhead modification required on some models of aircraft.

For external:

B6.21.2 Cargo basket. An externally side-mounted basket constructed with tubular frame and expanded metal incorporating a locking lid to secure cargo. Basket/rack must be quick attach/detach.

Note 1: AS350/H125 aircraft must be equipped with a cargo basket such the Dart Heli-Utility basket (minimum length of 90” and 250 lbs capacity) or equivalent.

Note 2: BH407, Basket not required so is optional. If offered cargo basket must not block access to cabin doors.

All construction methods must be as prescribed by Advisory Circulars 43.13-1B and 43.13-2B or other FAA approval.

B6.22 Cargo restraint system for aircraft manufactured with a parcel/storage area behind the rear passenger seats.

B6.23 Accessory power sources

B6.23.1 One MS 3112E-12-3S three-pin connector, accessible in the aft cabin. Pin B must be airframe ground; pin A must be +28VDC (for 28-volt aircraft); and pin C must be +14VDC (for 14-volt aircraft). The circuit must be protected by a 5-amp circuit protection.

B6.23.2 Two USB power sources, accessible in the aft cabin, for charging small electronic devices such cellphones, iPads, etc.

B6.24 A first aid kit containing items specified in the First Aid and Survival Kits Exhibit (see Section C) must be carried aboard the aircraft on all flights.

B6.25 A survival kit containing items specified in First Aid and Survival Kits Exhibit (see Section C) must be carried aboard the aircraft on all flights and must be included in weight and balance/load calculations.

B6.26 A convex mirror for the pilot to observe the sling load.

B6.27 One keeperless cargo hook (On-Board Systems keeperless cargo hook or equal) that may be loaded and locked in a single motion with one hand and is rated at the maximum lifting capacity of the aircraft. This hook shall incorporate both an electrically activated release and a secondary mechanically activated release. The electric release shall be activated by a switch on the cyclic. The switch must be guarded/protected to minimize the possibility of inadvertent activation. The secondary mechanical release must incorporate a hydraulically activated release if available for the make and model of helicopter. (See the cargo hook maintenance requirements in Section B29.)

B6.28 Cockpit-mounted external load indicator with readout of weight carried on the cargo hook.

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B6.29 One collapsible, variable capacity water/retardant bucket. See the Water Bucket Use Procedures Exhibit (see Section C). The bucket must have a manufacturer's capacity adjustment commensurate with the maximum lifting capability (HOGE-J) of the contract aircraft at 5,000 feet pressure altitude (PA), 30˚ Celsius with a 200-pound pilot, 25-pound survival kit, and 1.5 total hours of fuel. The bucket must be capable of being operated with all increments of the longline; i.e., 50, 100, 150 feet.

B6.30 A second collapsible, variable capacity water/retardant bucket. See the Water Bucket Use Procedures Exhibit (see section C). The bucket must have a manufacturer's capacity adjustment commensurate with the maximum lifting capability (HOGE-J) of the contract aircraft at 7,000 feet PA, 30˚ Celsius with a 200-pound pilot, 25-pound survival kit, and 1.5 total hours of fuel. The bucket must also be capable of being operated with all increments of the longline; i.e., 50, 100, 150 feet.

Note: The bucket combinations provided in B6.29 and B6.30 must provide adjustments that allow the widest range of altitude/temperature combinations (subject to the limitations of the bucket manufacturer’s available sizes) for the maximum lifting capability of the helicopter beginning at 5,000 feet PA at 30˚ Celsius extending upward to 7,000 feet PA at 30˚ Celsius and above.

B6.31 A remote operating switch for the water/retardant bucket and/or remote hook clearly marked for "open" and "closed" and mounted on the collective control to avoid confusion with the airframe cargo hook release. The switch must be of a different design and must be mounted so as to not easily be confused with the RPM Control [Beep Range] switch.

B6.32 Part number MS 3101E-24-11S, nine-pin connector, for use as the power source for a helitorch or remote cargo hook. Pin D must be airframe ground. Pin E must be switched 28VDC, protected by a manually operable, 50-amp circuit breaker. The water bucket/tank open switch must also activate this circuit.

B6.32.1 A lanyard to support the connector and mounted within 12 inches of the cargo hook. unless the connector is otherwise secured.

B6.32.2 This connector must have multiple circuit capacity sufficient to provide power and control for Contractor-furnished equipment. The longline remote hook, fixed tank, or water bucket must be wired through this connector. A list of water buckets with required pin wiring can be found in the USDA Forest Service/DOI OAS Drawing A-16 Exhibit (see Section C). Wiring diagrams for various equipment configurations are available from the U.S. Department of the Interior, Office of Aviation Services, 300 E. Mallard Drive, Suite 200, Boise, ID 83706, or USDA Forest Service, 3833 S.

Development Avenue, Boise, ID 83705-5354.

B6.33 One remote cargo hook with related cabling and release system complying with the following specifications:

B6.33.1 Electrically activated remote cargo hook that may be loaded and locked in a single motion with one hand and that is rated at the maximum lifting capacity of the aircraft.

B6.33.2 The remote hook must be protected by a metal ring or cage that does not interfere with the use or function of the hook.

B6.33.3 Synthetic rope meeting the requirements of the Helicopter Synthetic Longline Requirements Exhibit (see Section C).

B6.33.4 Two ropes are required; one each in 50- and 100-foot lengths.

B6.33.5 Electrical cables must be protected from pinching by hooks or shackles and from damage caused by stretching of the line. The electrical wire must be long enough at the aircraft cargo hook end to prevent a swinging load from unplugging the electrical connector.

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B6.33.6 All fabrication and installation methods must comply with 14 CFR 133 and Advisory Circular 43.13–1B.

B6.33.7 Operating switch for the remote hook. (See B6.31 for specification. Only 1 switch required)

B6.34 Reserved

B6.35 Internal Litter Kit (Note: Fixed litter kit provisions must be installed. Actual litter to be installed when requested by the Government.)

B6.36 Helicopter flooring must be light weight, not fabric, and easily cleaned. (Note: Bare metal floor with non-slip protective covering is permissible.)

B6.37 Alaska-specific equipment requirements. Refer to the Alaska Supplement Exhibit. (See Section C.)

B6.37.1 The tundra pads will be inspected and must be together with the aircraft for the initial inspection and all subsequent contract renewal inspections.

B6.37.2 The FAA certification must be available at the time of agency inspection.

B6.38 Reserved

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 FS/OAS A-24 Avionics Operational Test Standards (copies available upon request from OAS Avionics, or the most recent list may be found online at:

https://www.nifc.gov/sites/default/files/NIICD/docs/avionics/FSOAS_A24F.pdf

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.

B7.3 Communications Systems. All installed transceivers must be placarded with designations matching the transmitter/receiver controls on the installed audio control system(s).

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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 airplanes 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.

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. Although not required by Federal Aviation Regulations, 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 and observer/copilot when seated, have full and unrestricted movement of each control without interference from clothing, the cockpit structure, or the flight controls.

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 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.

B7.3.3.5 Each required VHF-FM transceiver must 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.

B7.3.4 Provisions for auxiliary VHF-FM (AUX-FM) portable radio:

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B7.3.4.1 Interface for installing and properly operating an auxiliary VHF-FM portable radio through the aircraft's audio control system(s). The interface must consist of the appropriate wiring from the audio control system, terminated in an ITT/Cannon type MS3112E12-10S 10-pin connector conveniently located for use by the observer/copilot, and utilizing the contact assignments as specified by drawing FS/OAS A-17 in Exhibit 8.

B7.3.4.2 One weatherproof, external, broadband antenna covering the 150-174 MHz band, with associated RG58A/U (or equivalent) coaxial cable and connector, terminated in a bulkhead-mounted, female BNC connector (type UG-290A), conveniently located for use by the observer/copilot adjacent to the above 10-pin connector (Comant model CI-177 or equal).

B7.3.4.3 Mounting facilities for securely installing the auxiliary VHF-FM portable radio in the cockpit in accordance with the FAA AC 43.13-2B specifications. Locate and arrange the mounting facilities so that a seated observer/copilot has full and unrestricted movement of the radio's controls, without interference from the 18-inch adapter cable, clothing, cockpit structure, or flight controls.

B7.3.4.4 Positive-polarity microphone excitation voltage provided to the AUX-FM system from the aircraft DC power system through a suitable resistor network. A blocking capacitor must be provided to prevent the portable radio microphone excitation voltage from entering the system. Sidetone for the AUX-FM must also be provided (NAT model AA34-300, Premier model PA-34, or equivalent).

B7.3.4.5 The Contractor must provide an auxiliary FM adapter cord assembly to interface the connectors and circuits necessary to operate the BK KNG-P150/KNG-P150S/KNG2-P150 radio through the MS 3112E-12-10S connector in the aircraft. The FS/OAS drawing A-15 in Exhibit 6 is provided as one possible interface.

B7.3.5 One satellite-based aircraft tracking hardware compatible with the government’s Automated Flight Following (AFF) Program (https://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. For questions about current compatibility requirements contact the AFF Program Manager listed under contacts at https://www.aff.gov.

B7.3.5.1 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.

B7.3.5.2 AFF communications must be fully operational in all 50 states. Contractors working in or accepting dispatches to the State of Alaska, Southern Canada, or Western Canada must have an AFF system capable of being tracked in these locations at all times. Not all manufacturers’ AFF equipment communication links will operate effectively in all geographic areas.

B7.3.5.3 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 contact the Government of system changes, scheduled maintenance, and planned service outages https://www.aff.gov/

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B7.3.5.4 Registration contact information, a web accessible feedback form, and additional information is available at:

https://www.aff.gov. The Fire Applications Support Desk (FASD) can be reached at (866) 224-7677 or (360) 326-6002.

B7.3.5.5 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 (indicating it is currently transmitting data to AFF) and that all information displayed in AFF is current. A username and password are required to access AFF. Log on to the AFF website at https://www.aff.gov to request a username and password.

B7.3.5.6 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.

B7.3.5.7 This clause incorporates Specification Section Supplement available at: https://www.aff.gov with the same force and affect as if they were presented as full text herein.

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, is equipped with a remote (i.e., not part of the GPS unit) antenna, and 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. The primary GPS (or a second GPS at the co-pilot position) must also have near real-time weather downlink capability.

B7.5 Audio Systems

B7.5.1 Two separate audio control systems (which may be combined in a single unit) for the pilot and observer/co-pilot to select 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 allow the pilot and observer/copilot to independently adjust 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 both the pilot’s and observer/copilot’s microphone/PTT inputs. The system must be configured so the pilot and observer/copilot 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.

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B7.5.1.1.1 The two aft cabin exit positions must be equipped to transmit on the radio(s). Whenever a radio (or PA, when so equipped) microphone input is selected at the observer/copilot's audio control panel, the aft cabin passengers' radio microphone inputs must automatically be connected to the same radio, and they must then be capable of transmitting on that radio via their respective radio transmit PTT switches.

B7.5.1.2 Receiver selection and operation. Separate controls must be provided for both pilot and observer/copilot to select audio from one or any combination of available receivers. The ICS-equipped aft passenger positions must monitor the receiver(s) as selected by the observer/copilot. The receiver 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.

B7.5.1.3 The audio system(s) controls must be located and arranged so that both the pilot and observer/copilot, when seated, have full movement of their respective controls 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.

B7.5.2 An ICS for the pilot, observer/copilot, and all aft cabin 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 an activation switch or voice activation (VOX), must be provided for the pilot and copilot/observer positions. 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, PTT’s, 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 type CE-100 TR preamplifier, or equivalent) with U-174/U (single/male) type connector plug. The pilot position only may be configured for low impedance (dynamic) operation.

B7.5.3.1 A single U-92A/U type connector jack, which will accept a U-174/U type plug and provide the ICS and radio functions as specified above, must be furnished at each required station.

B7.5.3.2 Separate PTT switches for radio transmitter and ICS microphone operation must be provided at the pilot, observer/copilot, and any other positions required above to be furnished with both radio transmitter and ICS operation.

The pilot's PTT switches must be mounted on the cyclic control. The observer/copilot's and any other required position’s PTT switches must be mounted on the cord to the earphone/microphone connector.