Amendment 01.pdf

Continuation, Summary of Changes RFP AG-024B-S-12-9503, Amendment No. 01

1. Clarification was requested regarding how to price Item B-7 (Additional Equipment Offered). The Forest Service’s desire here is to only pay for additional equipment on days that it is used, not for the duration of the Mandatory Availability Period. The pricing here shall be a flat “daily rate” that would be paid in addition to the base daily availability rate when ordered by the Forest Service.

2. Clarification was requested on the definition of Base Cost (Found under C-41 Definitions, page C- 35). For this contract, Economic Price Adjustments will only apply to the cost of fuel (which will be calculated in accordance with D-6 Economic Price Adjustment Specified Flight Rate Contracts). The second sentence is hereby deleted out of this definition.

See attached replacement page C-35.

3. Clarification was requested on the definition of Flight Time (Found under C-41 Definitions, page C- 37). Flight time will be recorded in Hours and Tenths. Reference to “hundredths” is deleted from the definition and replaced with “tenths”.

See attached replacement page C-37.

4. Under item B-5 (Item 5-Grass Valley, page B-9): The airport code is incorrectly identified as O17.

The correct airport code is KGOO.

See attached replacement page B-9.

5. Under C-9 Contractor Furnished Avionics Systems: On the first paragraph of page. C-14, delete the language that reads: “A single audio/volume level control on each panel is acceptable.” Under Paragraph (C) Receiver Audio Selection and Operation, the following language is added: “The audio controllers for the pilot and forward observer shall have individual volume controls to independently adjust receiver audio levels for each installed receiver. The volume controls shall be integral to the audio controllers.”

See attached replacement page C-14.

6. Under C-9 Contractor Furnished Avionics Systems: Under subparagraph (v) Navigation Systems (GPS) (Pg. C-13), the following is deleted: “Must have the most current navigation database covering North America installed in the unit.” The following language is added: “The GPS shall have a current navigation database (VFR and in route not over one (1) year old and IFR approach units not over 28 days old) covering the continental United States and Alaska installed in the unit.”

See attached replacement page C-13.

7. Closing Date – The Closing Date and deadline for the receipt of proposals is extended to no later than 4:30 PM MDT, March 14, 2012.

End, Summary of Changes

Solicitation No. AG-024B-S-12-9511 U.S. Forest Service Exclusive Use Light Fixed Wing Aircraft Region 5 National Office

SECTION B

SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICE

B-9 Amendment 01

B-5 ITEM 5 - GRASS VALLEY

One multi-engine high-wing Air Attack Aircraft, fully operated and maintained at the designated base during the designated period. This aircraft will be capable of meeting or exceeding the Minimum Performance Requirements as defined under C-4 (b) (1) Minimum Requirements (Minimum Performance).

(a) DESIGNATED BASE

Name: Grass Valley (KGOO)

National Forest: Tahoe

Location: South of runway 25

Elevation: 3152 feet

Runway length: 4,350 feet

Temperature: 035 degrees C

(b) MANDATORY AVAILABILITY PERIOD AND NET DAYS

Mandatory Availability Period: June 15 – October 15

Total Availability Days: 123

2011 Flight Hours 221

2010 Flight Hours 185

2009 Flight Hours 245

2008 Flight Hours 179

2007 Flight Hours 205

Average Hours Flown in Last Five Years: 207 Hours

(c) OFFEROR’S AIRCRAFT PROPOSAL:

MAKE:

MODEL:

FAA NUMBER:

AIRCRAFT FUEL PRICE AT DESIGNATED BASE:

(d) EXTENDED STANDBY RATE: $45.00 per hour

(e) STANDARD PER DIEM RATE: (Specified in Section C-36)

Solicitation No. AG-024B-S-12-9503 U.S. Forest Service

SECTION C

DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS/WORK STATEMENT/EXHIBITS

C-13 Amendment 01 transmitting data to Webtracker) and that all information displayed in Webtracker is current. A username and password are required to access Webtracker. Log on to the AFF website at https://www.aff.gov to request a username and password, or contact the FASD.

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

(v) Navigation Systems (GPS)

Panel-mounted GPS units shall be permanently installed in the aircraft. The GPS shall: utilize WGS-84 datum; reference latitude and longitude coordinates in the DM (degrees/minutes/decimal minutes) mode; utilize an approved, fixed, external aircraft antenna; and be powered by the aircraft electrical system. The GPS unit must have the ability for manual entry of waypoints in flight. The GPS installation shall be FAA-approved (or approval pending). Handheld and/or marine type equipment is not acceptable.

A GPS data port connector shall be installed for the purposes of external data retrieval by a GIS laptop computer. The connector shall be a DB-9F type D sub-connector, shall 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 shall be mounted in a location convenient to the observer.

The GPS shall have a current navigation database (VFR and in route not over one (1) year old and IFR approach units not over 28 days old) covering the continental United States and Alaska installed in the unit.

(vi) Transponder/Altitude Encoders

One ATC transponder and altitude reporting system(s) meeting the requirements of Part 91.215 (a) and (b), 14 CFR Part 91.413 and be tested and inspected every 24-calendar months as specified by 14 CFR Part 43, appendix F.

(vii) Static Pressure, Altimeter, and Automatic Pressure Altitude Reporting Systems

The aircraft's static system(s) shall be maintained in accordance with the IFR requirements of 14 CFR Part 91, and inspected and tested every 24-calendar months as specified by 14 CFR Part 43, appendix E and 14 CFR 91.411.

(viii) Audio Control Systems

(A) A separate audio control system shall be installed for the pilot, forward observer, and two aft observers, which provide control, selection, and operation of multiple radio transceivers. Separate audio system controls shall be provided for the pilot, forward observer, and the aft observers, to select specific receiver audio outputs and transmitter microphone/PTT inputs of multiple radios. The first aft observer position is defined as the seat directly behind and on the same side of the of the forward observer’s

C-14 Amendment 01 seat. The first aft observer audio control panel shall be located to provide adequate lighting for visibility during normal operating periods and all switches, dials and components are visible and located in an area where access to all controls are easily manipulated. The second aft may share audio control with the first aft observer’s control panel provided that the first aft observer has convenient access to the panel. An intercom system shall also be provided for the pilot, forward observer, and both aft observers. Separate audio level controls shall be provided for the pilot, forward observer, and aft observers to independently adjust the intercom and receiver audio outputs to their respective headsets. Independent volume controls are required for each receiver.

(B) Transmitter Selection and Operation

Separate transmitter selection controls shall be provided to the microphone/PTT inputs of the pilot, forward observer, and both aft observers. The pilot, forward observer, and aft observers, shall be able to select a desired transmitter and commence communications utilizing their respective microphone and PTT switches. The pilot, forward observer and aft observers shall be able to transmit simultaneously on different transmitters at the same time. The second aft observer position shall share transmitter selection controls with the first aft observer unless an independent transmit selector switch is provided by a fourth audio control panel. Whenever a transmitter is selected, the companion receiver audio shall automatically be selected for the headset in use. Transmitter side tone shall also be provided for cross monitoring at the corresponding receiver audio selector switch on the other audio control panels. The receiver audio mute function during transmit should be disabled.

(C) Receiver Audio Selection and Operation

Separate receiver selector switches shall be provided for the pilot, forward observer, and aft observer headsets to permit selection of receiver audio from any one or combination of all receivers. The fourth intercom position (second aft observer) shall monitor the receiver audios as selected by the first aft observer’s position, unless a fourth audio selector panel is provided. The audio controllers for the pilot and forward observer shall have individual volume controls to independently adjust receiver audio levels for each installed receiver. The volume controls shall be integral to the audio controllers.

Performance specifications for receiver audio to all headset connectors are as follows:

Audio Output: With an input of 10 mW @ 600 ohms from any selected receiver, the audio output shall be capable of 100 mW across 600 ohms with less than 10% distortion.

Hum and Noise: 40db below specified audio output.

Cross talk: 40db below specified audio output.

C-35 Amendment 01

Aircraft Accident. An occurrence associated with the operation of an aircraft, which takes place between the time any person boards the aircraft with the intention of flight and all such persons have disembarked, and in which any person suffers death or serious injury, or in which the aircraft receives substantial damage.

Air Crew Member. A person assigned to perform duties in an aircraft during flight time.

Aircraft Incident. An occurrence other than an accident, associated with the operation of an aircraft, which affects or could affect the safety of operations.

Aircraft Make and Model. A specific make and basic model of aircraft, including modification; e.g., a Cessna 206

Aircraft Make, Model, and Series. A specific make, model, and series of aircraft including modification (e.g., a Cessna 310 is not the same make, model, and series as a Cessna 337).

Airspace Conflict. A near mid-air collision, intrusion, or violation of airspace rules.

Alert Status. A status subject to flight and duty limitations, in which the Contractor has 1 hour to return to standby if ordered by the CO to do so.

Alternate Base. A base other than the Principal Base of Operations, established to permit operation from vicinity of a project area.

Assigned Work Location. The location designated by the CO from which an ordered flight will originate.

Authorized Crewmember. Those individuals specified in the “Schedule of Items” unless designated otherwise by the CO.

Authorized Flight or Flying Time. The actual time that an airplane begins the takeoff roll until it is back in the blocks for the purpose of the task or tasks to which assigned under an ordered flight when such time is recorded by the pilot and approved by a designated Government Official as having been properly performed.

Aviation Hazard. Any condition, act, or set of circumstances that exposes an individual to unnecessary risk or harm during aviation operations.

Base Cost. The portion of the flight rate that is constant throughout the contract period and not affected by changes in fuel prices.

Call-When-Needed. A term used to identify the furnishing of services on an “as needed bases” or “intermittent use” in government procurement contracts. There is no guarantee the Government will place any orders and the Contractor is not obligated to accept any orders. However, once an order is placed and the Contractor takes steps to perform, both sides are bound by the terms and conditions of the Contract.

Cargo. Any material thing carried by the aircraft.

C-37 Amendment 01

Flight Time. Flight time shall be measured from the time the aircraft commences its takeoff roll until it returns to the blocks or as recorded by a flight meter activated by a squat or air switch.

Elapsed time will be recorded in hours and tenths of hours.

Forced Landing (Emergency Landing). A landing necessitated by failure of engines, systems, components, or incapacitation of a crewmember, which makes continued flight impossible, and which may or may not result in damage.

Fuel Cost. The variable portion of the flight rate that is subject to change due to fuel price change.

Fuel Endurance. Fuel required for a mission plus 14 CFR required IFR or VFR fuel reserves.

Fully Operational. Airplane, pilot(s), other personnel, repairs, operating supplies, service facilities, and incidentals necessary for the safe operation of the airplane both on the ground and in the air.

Fully Rated Capacity. The number of passenger seats or pounds of cargo load authorized in the applicable Type Certificate Data Sheet.

General Aviation. That portion of civil aviation that encompasses all facets of aviation except air carriers.

Ground Mishap, Aircraft. An aircraft mishap in which there is no intent to fly; however, the power plants and/or rotors are in operation and damage incurred requiring replacement or repair of rotors, propellers, wheels, tires, wing tips, flaps, etc., or an injury is incurred requiring first aid or medical attention.

Hazard. Any condition, act or set of circumstances that exposes an individual to unnecessary risk or harm during aviation operations.

Incident. An occurrence other than an accident, associated with the operation of an aircraft, which affects or could affect the safety of operations.

Incident-With-Potential. An incident that narrowly misses being an accident and in which the circumstances indicate significant potential for substantial damage or serious injury. Final classification will be determined by the agency Aviation Safety Manager.

Instrument Flight Rules (IFR). As defined in 14 CFR 91.

Internal Cargo Compartments. An area within the airplane specifically designed to carry cargo.

Law Enforcement. Those duties carried out by agency personnel together with personnel from cooperating agencies, to enforce various Federal laws applicable to trespass (those activities relating to timber, grazing, fire, occupancy and others). Other activities can include those that are illegal under the antiquities acts and the manufacturing, production, and trafficking of substances in violation of the Controlled Substances Act (16 U.S.C. 559b-f)) and other illegal activities occurring on agency jurisdictional lands. Specific law enforcement activities can include surveillance (visual, infrared, or photographic), transportation of law enforcement personnel and persons in custody and transportation of property (both internally and externally).