2. PWS -F16 Aircraft Display renovation.pdf

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F-16 Static Display Renovation
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This is a Performance Work Statement (PWS) for the structural repair, mounting, and paint restoration of four F-16A static display aircraft belonging to the 147th Attack Wing, Texas Air National Guard. The work is to be performed at Ellington Field Joint Reserve Base in Houston, Texas, with completion required within 120 calendar days after receipt of order.

The contractor must execute comprehensive restoration including: structural airframe inspection for corrosion, damage, and water intrusion; fabrication of weight-supporting plinths to elevate aircraft tires approximately two inches; lifting and securing aircraft on plinths with tethers; replacement of deteriorating tires; evaluation and repair of security devices on canopies, hatches, and panels; evaluation and repair of bird proofing measures on vents, nozzles, wheel wells, intakes, and exhausts; securing retractable landing gears with positive locking devices; encasing horizontal stabilizers in sheet metal to prevent carbon fiber delamination; surface inspection and documentation of flaws; surface preparation by removing paint and corrosion; priming with yellow epoxy corrosion-resistant MIL-PRF-23377 Type 1 Class N (non-chromate) primer (NSN 8010-01-555-3386 and 8010-01-555-3381); applying non-chromate automotive topcoat paint; applying final details including historically accurate stripes and decals; applying ultraviolet clear coat protective sealant; and jobsite cleanup with proper waste disposal per city, county, state, and federal guidelines. The contractor must provide a one-year warranty on materials and workmanship, request government inspection before each restoration phase, comply with all security requirements including visitor/contractor pass applications, comply with environmental regulations and spill reporting procedures, and develop a comprehensive safety plan.

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PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

F-16 Static Display Aircraft Structural Repair, Mounting on Plinths and Paint Restoration 8 May 2026

1. Purpose: It is the government’s intent for the contractor to perform a complete structural assessment, repairs, mounting the aircraft on plinths and restoration/reapplication of paints through standard industry practices and applicable technical data. When complete, the Texas Air National Guard F-16A static aircraft displays should resemble the workmanship and quality found on similar aircraft on other installations.

2. Scope: The contractor shall furnish all labor, parts, tools, paint, equipment, appliances, transportation and materials necessary to refurbish the 147th Attack Wing Static Displays.

All work shall be performed in accordance with this Performance Work Statement (PWS).

All work shall also be performed in accordance with international, federal, state, and local building codes, as well as applicable Air National Guard Engineering Technical Letters (ANGETL) and Technical Orders (TO).

3. Period and Place of Performance:

3.1. The contractor shall perform all work on the aircraft at Ellington Field Joint Reserve Base (EFJRB) in Houston, Texas.

3.2. Contractor shall coordinate material ordering and delivery schedule so that all work is completed no later than sixty (120) calendar days after receipt of order (ARO). This includes site clean-up and submission of letter of guarantee.

4. Background: The 147th Attack Wing is responsible for the care and upkeep of four static display aircraft that are on loan from the National Museum of the United States Air Force (NMUSAF). These displays were last painted in 2006 and overdue for maintenance (cleaning, repair, and painting).

5. Performance Objectives: The contractor shall provide the following results:

5.1. Inspect the airframe and aircraft structures for corrosion, damage, water intrusion or conditions that would render an attempt at lifting or jacking the aircraft as unsafe.

Provide a copy of this inspection to the contracting officer for review.

5.2. Fabricate plinths for each aircraft to support the weight of the airframe and lift the tires approximately two inches off the ground.

5.3. Lift or jack the aircraft to place on plinths, attach tethers. (See Figure 1).

5.4. Replace aircraft tires that are deteriorating.

5.5. Evaluate and repair security devices on all canopies, hatches, and panels on the aircraft.

5.6. Evaluate and repair all bird proofing measures (screening, plugging or covering vents, nozzles, wheel wells, intakes, air scoops and exhausts).

5.7. Secure retractable landing gears and doors on all aerospace vehicles that are in the down position with positive locking devices.

5.8. Encase the left and right horizontal stabilizer in sheet metal to prevent the further delamination of the carbon fiber.

5.9. Inspect and document surface for flaws (paint deterioration, corrosion, and dents) and provide a copy of the inspection to the contracting officer for review.

5.10. Prepare surface area for painting by removing paint, corrosion and repairing dents (including scratches and penetrations).

5.11. Prime all surface areas with yellow epoxy corrosion resistant MIL-PRF-23377 Type 1 Class N (non-chromate) primer with the following NSN: 8010-01-555-3386 and 8010-01-555-3381.

5.12. Apply non-chromate automotive topcoat paint to properly prepared surface, ensuring a smooth appearance. The contractor shall apply the topcoat using a method that is consistent with those found in the aircraft and/or aircraft restoration industry.

5.13. Apply all final details (stripes, decals, etc…) to return aircraft to historically accurate condition. The contractor shall coordinate paint scheme and final details with contracting officer’s representative prior to application.

5.14. Apply ultra-violet clear coat protective sealant to entire aircraft.

5.15. Clean and prepare aircraft and jobsite for final inspection. The contractor shall properly dispose of all waste materials off-installation in accordance with city, county, state, and federal guidelines/codes.

6. Deliverables: The contractor shall provide the following:

6.1. Provide a letter of guarantee that warrants materials and workmanship for one year after completion.

6.2. Provide any additional manufacturer warranties.

7. Operating Constraints: The contractor shall be subject to the following constraints:

7.1. Inspection Requirements: The contractor shall request a government inspection before proceeding to each phase of restoration process (All performance objectives 5.1-5.15)

7.2 Security Requirements: The contract administrator shall complete a 147 ATKW Form 17 “visitor/contractor pass application” for each employee of the contractor requiring access to Ellington Field JRB. The requests shall be submitted to 147 SFS Visitor Control Center (VCC) (Bldg #1035, 147 SFS). Hours of operation are from 0700 to 1600, Monday through Friday.

7.2.1 Access and General Protection/Security Policy and Procedures. This standard language is for contractor employees with an area of performance within Government controlled installation, facility, or area. The contractor shall comply with all applicable installation/facility access and local security policies and procedures, which may be obtained from the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). The contractor shall also provide all information required for background checks to meet installation access requirements to be accomplished by the local installation’s Security Forces, Director of Emergency Services or local Security Office. The contractor shall ensure compliance with all personal identity verification requirements as directed by DoD, HAF and/or local policy. Should the Force Protection Condition (FPCON) change, the Government may require changes in contractor security matters or processes.

7.2.2 For Contractors that do not require CAC but require access to a DoD Facility and/or Installation. Contractor and all associated sub-contractors employees shall comply with adjudication standards and procedures using the National Crime Information Center Interstate Identification Index (NCIC-III) and Terrorist Screening Database (TSDB) (DAFI 10-245, DAFI 31-101 and DAFMAN 31-101V3), applicable installation, facility and area commander installation/facility access and local security policies and procedures (provided by government representative), or, at OCONUS locations, in accordance with status of forces agreements and other theater regulations.

8. Environmental Controls:

8.1.1. Compliance with Laws and Regulations. The contractor shall be knowledgeable of and comply with all applicable Interstate, Federal, State, and Local laws, regulations, and requirements regarding environmental protection. In the event environmental laws/regulations change during the term of this contract, the contractor is required to comply as such laws come into effect. If there is an increase or decrease in cost as a result of the change, the contractor shall inform the Contracting Officer pursuant to notice requirements and negotiate a modification to the contract.

8.1.2. Notification of Environmental Spills. If the contractor spills or releases any substance contained in 40 CFR 302 into the environment, the contractor or its agent shall immediately report the incident to Ellington Field JRB Fire Dept. at 281- 929-2337. The liability for the spill or release of such substances rests solely with the contractor and its agent.

8.1.3. Material Storage and Use. The contractor shall follow manufacturer’s guidelines and professional recommendations for control of humidity, temperature, cleanliness, and materials handling. This includes hazardous materials.

9. Safety Requirements: In performing work under this contract, the contractor shall:

9.1.1. Conform to the safety requirements contained in the contract for all activities related to the accomplishment of the work.

9.1.2. Take such additional immediate precautions as the contracting officer may reasonably require for safety and mishap prevention purposes.

9.1.3. Develop and provide at the start of the orientation period or the start of the first operational performance period (if there is no orientation period) a safety plan for the protection of government facilities and property and to provide a safe work environment for contractor personnel.

9.1.4. Provide protection to government property to prevent damage during the period of time the property is under the control or in possession of the contractor.

9.1.5. Include a clause in all subcontracts to require subcontractors to comply with the safety provisions of this contract as applicable.

9.1.6. Record and report promptly (within one hour) to the contracting officer or designated government representative (GR), all available facts relating to each instance of damage to government property or injury to either contractor or government personnel.

9.1.7. In the event of an accident/mishap, take reasonable and prudent action to establish control of the accident/mishap scene, prevent further damage to persons or property, and preserve evidence until released by the accident/mishap investigative authority through the contracting officer.

9.1.8. If the government elects to conduct an investigation of the accident/mishap, the contractor shall cooperate fully and assist government personnel in the conduct of investigation until the investigation is completed.

9.1.9. Include a clause in each applicable subcontract requiring the subcontractor's cooperation and assistance in accident reporting and investigation.

FIGURE 1: Example of Aircraft Plinth and Tether:

FIGURE 2: Pictures of current condition

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