Solicitation_AG-024B-S-16-9012_ASM_Lead_Plane_Draft_Watermark.pdf

SOLICITATION/CONTRACT/ORDER FOR COMMERCIAL ITEMS

OFFEROR TO COMPLETE BLOCKS 12, 17, 23, 24, & 30

1. REQUISITION NUMBER

2. CONTRACT NO.

3. AWARD/EFFECTIVE

DATE

4. ORDER NUMBER

5. SOLICITATION NUMBER

AG-024B-S-16-9012

6. SOLICITATION ISSUE

DATE

7. FOR SOLICITATION

INFORMATION CALL:

a. NAME

KELLEN LOGAN

b. TELEPHONE NUMBER (No collect calls)

(208) 387-5361

8. OFFER DUE DATE/

LOCAL TIME

9. ISSUED BY CODE 024b 10. THIS ACQUISITION IS UNRESTRICTED OR SET ASIDE: 100% FOR:

NATIONAL INTERAGENCY FIRE CENTER

U.S. FOREST SERVICE – CONTRACTING

OWYHEE BUILDING - MS 1100

3833 S. DEVELOPMENT AVE

BOISE, ID 83705-5354

SMALL BUSINESS

WOMEN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESS

(WOSB) ELIGIBLE UNDER THE WOMEN-OWNED

SMALL BUSINESS PROGRAM

HUBZONE SMALL

BUSINESS

(EDWOSB)

NAICS: 532411

SERVICE-DISABLED

VETERAN-OWNED

SMALL BUSINESS

8 (A)

SIZE STANDARD:

$32.5 M

11. D ELIVERY FOR FOB DESTINA-

TON U NLESS BLOCK IS

MAR KED

SEE SCHEDULE

12. DISCOUNT TERMS

13a. THIS CONTRACT IS A

RATED ORDER UNDER

DPAS (15 CFR 700)

13b. RATING

14. METHOD OF SOLICITATION

RFQ IFB RFP

15. DELIVER TO CODE 16. ADMINISTERED BY CODE

U.S. FOREST SERVICE - CONTRACTING

NATIONAL INTERAGENCY FIRE CENTER

3833 S. DEVELOPMENT AVENUE

BOISE, ID 83705-5354

17a. CONTRACTOR/ CODE FACILITY 18a. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY CODE

OFFEROR CODE

ALBUQUERQUE SERVICE CENTER

INCIDENT BUSINESS – CONTRACTS

101B SUN AVENUE, NE

ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87109

TELEPHONE NO. NINE-DIGIT DUNS NO. .

17b CHECK IF REMITTANCE IS DIFFERENT AND PUT SUCH ADDRESS IN

OFFER

18b. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN BLOCK 18a UNLESS BLOCK BELOW

IS CHECKED

SEE ADDENDUM

19.

ITEM NO.

20.

SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES

21.

QUANTITY

22.

UNIT

23.

UNIT PRICE

24.

AMOUNT

See Schedule B (attached) Maximum Quantity fifteen (15) aircraft.

25. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

26. TOTAL AWARD AMOUNT (For Govt. Use Only)

27a. SOLICITATION INCORPORATES BY REFERENCE FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4. FAR 52.212-3 AND 52.212-5 ARE ATTACHED. ADDENDA ARE ARE NOT ATTACHED

27b. CONTRACT/PURCHASE ORDER INCORPORATES BY REFERENCE FAR 52.212-4. FAR 52.212-5 IS ATTACHED. ADDENDA ARE ARE NOT ATTACHED

28. CONTRACTOR IS REQUIRED TO SIGN THIS DOCUMENT AND RETURN 3 .

COPIES TO ISSUING OFFICE. CONTRACTOR AGREES TO FURNISH AND

DELIVER ALL ITEMS SET FORTH OR OTHERWISE IDENTIFIED ABOVE AND ON ANY

ADDITIONAL SHEETS SUBJECT TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS SPECIFIED

HEREIN.

29. AWARD OF CONTRACT: REF. _________________ __ OFFER

DATED _______________ . YOUR OFFER ON SOLICITAT ION (BLOCK

5), INCLUDING ANY ADDITIONS OR CHANGES WHICH ARE SET

FORTH HEREIN, IS ACCEPTED AS TO ITEMS:

30a. SIGNATURE OF OFFEROR/CONTRACTOR 31a. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA (SI GNATURE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER)

30b. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNED (Ty pe or pr in t) 30c. DATE SIGNED 31b. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Ty pe or pr int) 31c. DATE SIGNED

AUTHORIZED FOR LOCAL REPRODUCTION

PREVIOUS EDITION NOT USABLE STANDARD FORM 1449 (REV. 2/2012)

Prescribed by GSA - FAR (48 CFR) 53.212

Solicitation No. AG-024B-S-16-9012 US Forest Service Aerial Supervision Module (ASM) Plat forms National Office

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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SECTION A – SOLICITATION/CONTRACT FORM

SECTION B – SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICES/COSTS

B.1 LEASED AIRCRAFT

B.2 SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

SECTION C - DESCRIPTIONS/SPECIFICATIONS/EXHIBITS

C.1 BACKGROUND

C.2 SCOPE OF CONTRACT

C.3 TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS AND GENERAL AIRCRAFT SPECS

C.4 AVIONICS

C.5 AIRCRAFT CONDITION AND EQUIPMENT

C.6 AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE

C.7 ADDITIONAL GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND AIRCRAFT

APPEARANCE AND CONDITION

C.8 ACCIDENTS AND INCIDENTS

C.9 EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION

C.10 FUEL (PETROLEUM, OIL AND LUBRICANT- POL) AND OTHER CONSUMABLES ... 25

C.11 GOVERNMENT PILOT EXPERIENCE

C.12 DESIGNATED BASE (DB) AND VENDOR USE OF GOVERNMENT

PROVIDED FACILITIES INCLUDING HANGAR SPACE

C.13 CONTRACTOR’S REPRESENTATIVE

C.14 PUBLIC OFFICIALS NOT PERSONALLY LIABLE

C.15 ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS

C.16 AIRCRAFT SECURITY

C.17 SUBSTITUTION OR REPLACEMENT OF AIRCRAFT

C.18 AIRCRAFT MARKINGS

C.19 RETURN TO CONTRACT AVAILABILITY INSPECTIONS

C.20 PRE-USE INSPECTIONS

C.21 RE-INSPECTION EXPENSES

C.22 INSPECTION OF SUBSTITUTE EQUIPMENT

C.23 INSPECTIONS DURING USE

C.24 AIRCRAFT DOCUMENTATION

C.25 AIRCRAFT DEFICIENCY DOCUMENTATION

C.26 USE OF GOVERNMENT PROVIDED FACILITY HANGER

C.27 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE (AGAR 452.211-74) (FEB 1988)

C.28 TIME OF DELIVERY (FAR 52.211-8) (JUN 1997) (TAILORED)

C.29 UNAVAILABILITY

C.30 POINT OF DELIVERY

C.31 MANDATORY AVAILABILTY PERIOD, DAILY AVAILABILTY

REQUIREMENTS & PAYMENTS

C.32 METHOD OF PAYMENT – ELECTRONIC FUNDS TRANSFER

C.33 PAYMENT PROCEDURES

C.34 ACRONYMS & DEFINITIONS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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SECTION D - CONTRACT CLAUSES

D.1 CONTRACT CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE

(FAR 52.252-2) (FEB 1998)

D.2 ADDENDUM TO 52.212-4 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS COMMERCIAL

ITEMS CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE

D.3 52.212-5 -- CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS REQUIRED TO IMPLEMENT

STATUTES OR EXECUTIVE ORDERS -- COMMERCIAL ITEMS (FEB 2016)

D.4 OPTION TO EXTEND SERVICES (FAR 52.217-8) (NOV 1999)

D.5 OPTION TO EXTEND THE TERM OF THE CONTRACT (FAR 52.217-9) (MAR 2000) 44

D.6 COMMERCIAL FILMING AND VIDEOTAPING

D.7 PROPERTY AND PERSONAL DAMAGE

D.8 ASSURANCE REGARDING FELONY CONVICTION OR TAX DELINQUENT STATUS

FOR CORPORATE APPLICANTS (AGAR 452.209-71) (ALTERNATE 1) (FEB 2012) . 45

D.9 CONTRACTOR PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT REPORTING SYSTEM

D.10 INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE (AGAR 452.246-70) (FEB 1988)

D.11 CONTRACTOR AUTHORIZED SIGNATURES

D.12 PRE-AWARD INSPECTION OF FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT

D.13 DETAILED AIRCRAFT INFORMATION

SECTION E - SOLICITATION PROVISIONS

E.1 INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS - COMMERCIAL ITEMS

(FAR 52.212-1) (OCT 2015) (TAILORED)

E.2 EVALUATION – COMMERCIAL ITEMS (FAR 52.212-2) (OCT 2014) (Tailored)

E.3 CONTRACT AWARD

E.4 INFORMATION REGARDING RESPONSIBILITY MATTERS

(FAR 52.209-7) (JUL 2013)

E.5 OFFEROR REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS –

COMMERCIAL ITEMS (52.212-3) (NOV 2015)

E.6 SERVICE OF PROTEST (FAR 52.233-2) (SEP 2006)

E.7 SIZE STANDARD AND NAICS CODE INFORMATION

(AGAR 452.219-70) (SEP 2001)

E.8 INQUIRIES (AGAR 452.204-70) (FEB 1988)

E.9 EVALUATION OF OPTIONS (FAR 52.217-5) (JUL 1990)

E.10 EVALUATIONS OF OPTIONS EXERCISED AT THE TIME OF CONTRACT

AWARD (FAR 52.218-4) (JUN 1988)

E.11 PRE-BID/ PRE-PROPOSAL CONFERENCE (AGAR 452.237-71) (FEB 1988)

E.12 POST-AWARD CONFERENCE (AGAR 452.215-73) (NOV 1996)

E.13 LIST OF ATTACHMENTS

ATTACHMENT A - SUMMARY OF ACCIDENTS

ATTACHMENT B – AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE LOG

ATTACHMENT C - PAST PERFORMANCE QUESTIONNAIRE

SECTION B

SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICES/COSTS

The Government plans to award Firm Fixed Price type contract, with fixed-price rates for the dry lease of aircraft and flight hours used. The number of flight hours is dependent upon the amount of wild land fire and other related activities each year, which makes estimating the total overall contract quantity of flight hours difficult to predict. Many variables determine the severity and the length of fire seasons, including weather and local or regional long-term climate trends such as droughts or unusually wet periods. Two to four hundred (200-400) flight hours are estimated annually. However, this estimate IS NOT A REPRESENTATION OR A GUARANTEE to an offeror or Contractor that the estimated flight hour quantities will be incurred, or those conditions affecting requirements will be stable or normal. The Government requires that all aircraft are of the same make/model/series as defined for each CLIN’s performance requirements, for this acquisition.

B.1 LEASED AIRCRAFT

This acquisition is for 15 aircraft to be rented on a dry lease basis, with contractor provided maintenance and insurance, available for the exclusive use by Government pilots for wild land fire missions and other administrative activities. The daily rate is to accommodate payment flexibility for inconsistent days in a month or in a year.

All aircraft under the resultant contract shall be ready for delivery in accordance with the delivery dates specified in C.28 to the US Forest Service. Delivery will occur at the Contractor’s base of operations or other mutually agreed upon location.

This solicitation is for the dry lease (aircraft only, without fuel, crews, or pilots) of fifteen (15) aircraft. One award of all Contract Line Item Numbers (CLIN’s) will be made.

B.2 SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

Base Performance Period: January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017.

Dry Lease of Aircraft - Flight Hours: Estimated to be 200 - 400 hours per year.

Option Period: Two (2) one year options – 01/01/2018-12/31/2018, 01/01/2019-12/31/2019. FAR 52.217-8

CLIN 0001 - Year 2017

SUBCLIN

N-

Number Make/Model Year Series

Hourly Fuel Consumption

Gal.

Hourly Flight Rate

300 Hours (Estimated for evaluation)

Daily Availability

Rate

Total Availability

(Daily x 365 Days)

01A

01B 01C

01D 01E

01F

01G 01H

01I 01J - Opt

01K – Opt 01L – Opt

01M – Opt 01N – Opt

01O – Opt

CLIN 0002 - Year 2018

SUBCLIN

N-

Number Make/Model Year Series

Hourly Fuel Consumption

Gal.

for evaluation)

Daily Availability

Rate

Total Availability

(Daily x 365 Days)

02A 02B

02C 02D

02E

02F 02G

02H 02I

02J - Opt 02K – Opt

02L – Opt 02M – Opt

02N – Opt 02O – Opt

CLIN 0003 - Year 2019

SUBCLIN N-Number Make/Model Year Series Hourly Fuel

Consumption Gal.

for evaluation)

Daily Availability

Rate

Total Availability

(Daily x 365 Days)

03A 03B

03C 03D

03E

03F 03G

03H 03I

03J - Opt 03K – Opt

03L – Opt 03M – Opt

03N – Opt 03O – Opt

*Line items listed as “Opt” are Optional Line Items. The Governments intends to exercise these items at award of the contract.

Before exercising Option Years 1 and 2, the Government may choose not to award the CLINs for the Optional Line Items.

CLIN 04

Third VHF-AM radio for 10 additional aircraft, as ordered. (See C-4 (b)(1)(i) QTY UNIT PRICE TOTAL

10 Aircraft (Date to be installed TBD)

SECTION C

DESCRIPTIONS/SPECIFICATIONS/EXHIBITS

C.1 BACKGROUND

The United States Forest Service (USFS) is responsible for protecting National Forest lands from wild land fires and, by agreement with other agencies, assists in protecting other jurisdictions. The FS has accomplished this mission by sharing resources with other State and Government cooperators. Since the 1950s, the FS has placed increasing reliance on fixed and rotor wing aircraft to support fire suppression operations. Aircraft are used to drop fire retardant, deliver smokejumpers to remote areas, deliver helitack firefighters for passenger and cargo transportation, and to provide logistical and administrative support.

To ensure the efficiency and safety of aviation operations, the FS deploys airborne Aerial Supervision Module (ASM) platforms for in-flight supervision on fires and to conduct other administrative support activities. When the aircraft is performing the low level support role (Lead plane), the mission will consist of directing and guiding air tankers into fire areas and as necessary “leading” them during the actual retardant drop, at times operating below 500 feet above ground level (AGL) in steep mountainous terrain and turbulent conditions. The air attack mission (ATGS) consists of operating above 500’ (AGL) and coordinating tactical use of all aircraft working at the incident. The ASM role combines both the Lead plane and ATGS role into one. The administrative support mission includes carrying passengers and/or cargo.

C.2 SCOPE OF CONTRACT

This solicitation is for the dry lease (aircraft only, without fuel, crews, or pilots) of FIFTEEN (15) aircraft and includes complete contractor provided maintenance support. The aircraft will be utilized by USFS National and Regional aviation groups for support of fire and aviation management activities.

This solicitation and resultant commercial, Firm Fixed Price (FFP) type contract will be awarded for the dry lease of manufacturer built, dual-engine, turbine-powered aircraft. The Contractor shall make the aircraft available for year-round, exclusive use by Federal Government pilots for missions associated with supporting wild land fire suppression. Other types of work to a lesser degree will be resource management, passenger and cargo transportation, law enforcement, pilot training, pilot proficiency, and administrative activities.

The ASM mission consists of directing and guiding large air tankers into a fire area, and as necessary, “leading” them during actual retardant drop. This means operating below 500 feet AGL in steep mountainous terrain in turbulent conditions. The aircraft may have other Government employees on board as an Air Tactical Group Supervisor (ATGS), an instructor, and/or trainee. Mission/Agency qualified Government pilots will operate all of these aircraft.

The Contractor shall provide the aircraft and complete maintenance of the aircraft. The Government shall provide all of the fuel. The contractors shall provide all oxygen, petroleum, oils, and lubricants (POL) for the aircraft. The Government will operate in accordance with the United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service Manual FSM 5700 – Aviation Management and all applicable portions of 14 CFR Part 91.

C.3 TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS AND GENERAL AIRCRAFT SPECIFICATIONS

The contractor shall provide specific written authorization from the aircraft manufacturer by make, model, series, and serial number for operation in the firefighting environment. The aircraft must have a manufacturer approved maintenance and inspection program that accounts for usage in the firefighting environment. The aircraft shall be FAA certificated as a Normal, Standard, or Utility category dual-engine airplane, be certificated for single pilot operation with a minimum flight deck capacity of two with dual controls plus a minimum passenger capacity of two.

Aircraft shall conform to its approved type design, be maintained and operated in accordance with the requirements of 14 CFR Part 135 notwithstanding the aviation regulations of the States in which the aircraft may operate except those requirements specifically waived by the CO.

(a) Aircraft Performance Requirements.

(1) Minimum Aircraft Performance Requirements

Useful Load: 800 lb or greater payload when fully equipped with 4 hours plus 30 minute reserve.

Speed: Cruise speed of 230 knots or greater True Airspeed (TAS).

Endurance: A flight endurance at maximum range power setting while maintaining four (4) hours plus 30 minute reserve or longer @ 14,000ft MSL @ ISA +20 Degrees C.

Power Plant: The airplane must be in current production, dual-engine, turboprop, manufacturer built (no amateur or manufacturer built kit aircraft), new or used.

The airplane must have auto feather or similar system capable of automatically feathering the propeller of a failed engine. If equipped with retractable landing gear, a gear warning horn silence button must be mounted on the pilot’s yoke or power levers to facilitate silencing the horn with the flaps up or in an approach position regardless of power lever position.

Performance: The airplane shall have a minimum maneuvering speed (Va) of 150

Knots Indicated Airspeed (KIAS) or greater. The aircraft must have a minimum controllable airspeed (Vmca) of 100 KIAS or lower, a single engine service ceiling of 12,500 feet or higher (pressure altitude and standard temperature) and the ability to maintain a single engine rate of climb at 120 KIAS or slower. The airplane shall have a maximum gross take-off weight of no more than 19,000 pounds.

Environmental:--Pressurized aircraft with environmental controls.

C.4 AVIONICS

(a) MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

All avionics used to meet this agreement shall comply with the requirements of paragraph b.

(AVIONICS SPECIFICATIONS) and paragraph c. (AVIONICS INSTALLATION AND

MAINTENANCE STANDARDS).

The following are the minimum avionics which shall be installed. Additional avionics may be required. Please read this document thoroughly.

(1) Aerial Supervision Module (ASM) Aircraft

ASM aircraft shall be approved for day and night Visual Flight Rules (VFR), Instrument Flight Rules (IFR), and flight into known icing conditions. Aircraft with identical avionics, autopilots and flight directors are preferred.

(i) Two VHF-AM Radios ((COM 1, COM 2, (Com 3, when required))

(A) The first 5 aircraft delivered shall have 3 VHF-AM radios installed upon delivery. The remaining aircraft shall have an additional radio installed at the Government’s discretion and subject to availability of funds (see CLIN 0004).

(ii) Three VHF-FM Radios (FM 1, FM 2 & FM 3)

(iii) FM channeling switches on the PIC and SIC yoke for FM 1 and FM 2

(iv) An Intercom System (ICS) for the PIC, SIC/observer and Instructor (directly behind the SIC/observer)

(v) Separate Audio Control systems for the PIC, SIC/observer and Instructor.

Audio control systems shall not mute Receive and ICS audio during Transmit Operations.

(vi) Bose compatible aviation series powered headset jacks for the PIC and SIC/observer in addition to the JJ-033 and JJ-034 microphone and headset jacks.

(vii) Controls for the PIC, SIC/observer and Instructor to each independently adjust headphone volume for each communications receiver.

(viii) Individual cockpit speakers for the PIC and SIC/observer

(ix) Controls for the PIC and SIC/observer to each independently select and adjust speaker volume, independent of headset audio, for each communications receiver.

(x) One IFR certified Global Positioning Systems (GPS) with moving map

(xi) An Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT) certified to TSO-C126

(xii) An Automated Flight Following system (AFF)

(xiii) One Mode S Transponder

(xiv) One Altimeter and Automatic Pressure Altitude Reporting system

(xv) One Traffic Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) with 1 mile display selection

(xvi) A Three Axis Autopilot (Roll, Pitch, and Yaw) with Flight Director

(xvii) One RADAR Altimeter

(xviii) One Multi-Function Display (MFD)

(xix) Equipment and lighting for night VFR operations in accordance with 14 CFR

135.159 and 14 CFR 135.161

(xx) Two VOR/Localizer systems

(xxi) One Glideslope system interfaced to the #1 Localizer

(xxii) One Three Light Marker Beacon system

(xxiii) One Weather RADAR system usable during all flight conditions

(xxiv) One Satellite Weather system with XM Aviator subscription or equivalent

(xxv) One Class B Terrain Awareness and Warning System (TAWS)

(xxvi) 3 USB dual charging ports at the PIC, SIC/Observer, and Instructor positions.

Note 1: ADS-B OUT will be required for ASM Aircraft beginning January 1, 2020

(b) AVIONICS SPECIFICATIONS

All avionics used to meet this contract shall comply with the following requirements and paragraph c. (AVIONICS INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE STANDARDS).

(1) Communications systems

Transmitters shall not open squelch on, or interfere with, other AM or FM transceivers on the aircraft which are monitoring different frequencies. Transmit interlock functions shall not be used with communication transceivers.

(i) VHF-AM Radios

VHF-AM radios shall be TSO approved aeronautical transceivers, permanently installed, and operate in the frequency band of 118.000 to 136.975 MHz with a minimum of 760 channels in no greater than 25 KHz increments. Transmitters shall have a minimum of 5 Watts carrier output power.

(ii) VHF-FM Radios

All aircraft approved for fire operations shall use P25 Digital VHF-FM transceivers meeting the specifications of FS/OAS A-19. FM radios used in all aircraft shall be agency approved. FS/OAS A-19 and a list of currently approved

FM radios can be found on the following website:

http://www.nifc.gov/NIICD/documents.html. The following requirements shall be met.

(A) VHF-FM radios shall be aeronautical transceivers, permanently installed in a location that is convenient to the PIC and SIC/observer, and operate in the frequency band of 138 to 174 MHz. All usable frequencies shall be programmable in flight. Narrowband and digital operation shall be selectable by channel for both MAIN and GUARD operation. Carrier output power shall be 6-10 Watts nominal.

(B) Transceivers shall have a GUARD capability constantly monitoring

168.625 MHz and have a tone of 110.9 on all GUARD transmissions.

Simultaneous monitoring of MAIN and GUARD is required. Scanning of GUARD is not acceptable. Aircraft not approved for Air Tactical operation only require one FM GUARD receiver.

(C) Transceivers shall have the capability of encoding CTCSS sub audible tones on all channels. A minimum of 32 tones meeting the current TIA/EIA-603A standards shall be selectable.

(D) Transceivers shall have the capability to display both receiver and transmitter frequencies. Activation indicators for transmit and receive shall be provided for both MAIN and GUARD operation.

(E) The radio shall use an external broadband antenna covering the frequency band of 138 to 174 MHz (Comant CI-177-1 or equivalent).

(2) Audio Systems

(i) Intercom systems (ICS)

ICS shall integrate with the aircraft audio control systems and mix with selected receiver audio. An ICS volume control and a “hot mic” capability shall be provided for the PIC and SIC/observer. Passenger volume adjustments shall not affect the PIC. Hot mic may be voice activated (VOX) or controlled via an activation switch. The PIC shall have an isolation capability.

(ii) Audio Control systems

(A) General

Controls for transmitter selection and independent receiver selection of all required radios shall be provided for each required audio control system.

Each system shall have the capability to simultaneously select and utilize a different transceiver (and PA if required). Sidetone shall be provided for the user as well as for cross monitoring by all installed systems. Receiver audio shall be automatically selected when the corresponding transmitter is selected. Receiver audio shall be provided to each position which http://www.nifc.gov/NIICD/documents.html requires ICS. Aft audio control systems are not required to provide NAV audio.

All required passenger positions shall utilize the SIC/observer’s audio control system unless an aft audio control system is installed. Drop cords may be used provided MS3112E10-6S type 6-pin connectors are installed adjacent to the required passenger headset jacks and wired for compatibility with an appropriate drop cord (Alpine Aerotech AAL280 series or equivalent).

All associated audio controls shall be labeled as COM-1, COM-2, COM-3, FM-1, FM-2, FM-3 etc…with the corresponding transceiver labeled to match. Audio shall be free of distortion, noise, or crosstalk. The system shall be designed for use with 600 ohm earphones and carbon equivalent, noise cancelling, boom type microphones. All required positions shall have JJ-033 and JJ-034 type microphone and headphone jacks separated by no more than 4 inches. Cockpit speakers shall be sufficiently amplified for use in flight.

Crew positions shall have radio Push-To-Talk (PTT) switches on their respective flight controls. A PTT switch shall be provided to allow the SIC/observer to transmit without touching the flight controls.

(B) Drop Cord Requirements

1. Coil cord with sufficient length to provide unrestricted movement according to mission requirements (Minimum 3 feet retracted)

2. 6-Pin MS3476L10-6P type connector on the coil cord

3. JJ-033 and JJ-034 type headset jacks at the housing

4. Large clip

5. Volume control

6. ICS switch with momentary and lock positions

7. Radio PTT switch (only for positions which require radio transmit)

(C) Aft Audio Control systems

The audio controller shall be installed in a location that provides the operator directly behind the SIC/observer unobstructed access to the controls while seated. Aft passengers shall utilize this audio control system. If multiple aft audio controllers are installed, passengers shall utilize the most logical system.

The audio controller shall be installed in a location that provides the operator directly behind the SIC/observer unobstructed access to the controls while seated. Aft passengers shall utilize the aft audio control system(s).

(D) Required Audio Control systems

The following audio control systems are required for ASM aircraft.

1. Two separate audio control systems for the PIC and SIC/observer. These shall be identical individual units.

2. An aft audio control system for the instructor

3. Drop cords for the SIC/observer and instructor

(3) Navigation systems

(i) Global Positioning Systems (GPS)

(A) Aeronautical GPS

Each required GPS shall be TSO approved, permanently installed where both the PIC and SIC/observer can clearly view the display, use an approved external aircraft antenna, and be powered by the aircraft electrical system. The GPS shall utilize the WGS-84 datum, reference coordinates in the DM (degrees/minutes/decimal minutes) format and have the ability to manually enter waypoints in flight. The GPS navigation database shall be updated annually covering the geographic areas where the aircraft will operate.

(B) (Reserved)

(C) GPS with Moving Map

The GPS providing data to the moving map shall meet all of the above GPS requirements. The moving map’s display shall be 3 inches wide, 1.5 inches high, and show the aircraft’s present position relative to user selected waypoints and geographical features. The map may be integrated with the GPS.

(4) Surveillance systems

(i) Emergency Locator Transmitters (ELT)

Emergency locator transmitters shall be automatic-fixed, installed in a conspicuous or marked location, and meet the requirements detailed in 14 CFR

91.207 (excluding section f). ELT antennas shall be mounted externally to the aircraft unless installed in a location approved by the aircraft manufacturer. TSO C126 or newer ELTs are required. TSO C126 and newer ELTs require documentation of current registration from the national civil aviation authority for which the aircraft is registered.

(ii) Automated Flight Following systems (AFF)

Automated flight following systems shall be compatible with the government’s tracking program (AFF.gov), utilize satellite communications, and use aircraft power via a dedicated circuit breaker. AFF shall be functional in all phases of flight and in all geographic areas where the aircraft will operate. The following additional requirements shall be met.

(A) A subscription service shall be maintained through the equipment provider allowing position reporting via the Government AFF Program.

The reporting interval shall be every two minutes while in flight.

(B) AFF equipment shall be registered with AFF.gov providing all requested information. Changes to equipment and registration information shall be reported to AFF.gov ensuring the program is current prior to aircraft use. For assistance, the Fire Applications Help Desk (FAHD) may be reached at (866) 224-7677 or (360) 326-6002.

(C) An AFF operational test shall be performed prior to the annual compliance inspection. This test shall ensure that the system meets all requirements and is displayed in the AFF viewer with the correct information.

A user name and password are required. Registration and additional information are available at https://www.aff.gov/.

(D) If AFF becomes unreliable the aircraft may, at the discretion of the Government, remain available for service utilizing radio/voice systems for flight following. The system shall be returned to full operational capability within 5 calendar days after the system is discovered to be unreliable.

(E) This clause incorporates the Specific Section Supplement available at https://www.aff.gov/contractspecs.asp as if it was presented as full text herein.

(F) For questions about current compatibility requirements contact the AFF Program Manager listed under contacts at https://www.aff.gov.

(iii) Transponders

Transponder systems shall meet the requirements of 14 CFR 91.215(a). ASM aircraft shall have a “Mode S” transponder installed. Transponder systems shall be tested and inspected every 24 calendar months as specified by 14 CFR 91.413.

(iv) Altimeter and Automatic Pressure Altitude Reporting systems

Altimeter, static pressure, and automatic pressure altitude reporting systems shall be installed and maintained in accordance with the IFR requirements of 14 CFR Part 91. These systems shall be tested and inspected every 24 calendar months as specified by 14 CFR 91.411.

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(v) Traffic Collision Avoidance Systems (TCAS)

Traffic Collision Avoidance Systems shall be TSO approved, use active interrogation, graphically display traffic relative to the aircraft’s horizontal position, and provide alert audio to the PICs audio control system. The display shall be within view of the PIC and SIC/observer. The system shall provide coverage in all directions above and below the aircraft with a maximum range of at least 10 nautical miles. The display shall allow range selection of 1 miles or less.

(vi) Automatic Dependent Surveillance – Broadcast (ADS-B)

(A) ADS-B OUT systems must be approved to TSO-C154c or TSO- C166b. Aircraft operating outside of the United States must be equipped with systems approved to TSO-C166b.

(B) ADS-B IN systems must be TSO approved, use diversity antennas on top and bottom of the aircraft, receive both UAT and 1090ES, and be interfaced to a multifunction display (MFD) capable of displaying TIS-B traffic and FIS-B weather.

(5) General Systems

(i)Autopilots

Autopilots shall be capable of operating the aircraft controls to maintain flight and maneuver it about the three axes.

Autopilots in ASM aircraft shall be certified for IFR approach procedures, couple to the navigation systems for vertical and horizontal operation, interface to the PICs flight director and HSI, and provide altitude preselect, automatic trim, and PIC electric trim controls.

(ii) RADAR Altimeters

RADAR altimeters shall be approved, operate from zero to a minimum of 2000 feet AGL and provide the operator an adjustable cursor which enables an altitude low (decision height) annunciation. The altitude low annunciation shall be clearly identified, and in the PIC’s primary field of view.

(iii) Multi-Function Displays (MFD)

MFDs shall be installed within view of the PIC and display GPS navigation information on a color moving map. TAS and weather datalink information shall be displayed on the MFD when these systems are required.

(iv) Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR)

Cockpit voice recorders shall meet all applicable regulations for standard and transport category aircraft.

(v) USB Charging Ports

USB charging ports must be TSO approved, capable of providing at least 2 amps of power to each port simultaneously with an output voltage of 5 VDC and installed in a location convenient to the specified users.

(vi) VHF-FM Programming Ports

DB-9 type D-subminiature connectors shall be installed in a location convenient to the SIC/observer. These shall be wired for RS232 serial communication between all required VHF-FM radios and a laptop computer. Individual connectors or an FM select switch may be used. Pin 2 shall be data transmitted from the FM. Pin 3 shall be data received by the FM. Pin 5 shall be signal ground. Compatible radio front panel connectors may be used to meet this requirement if serial adapter cables are provided with the aircraft. For example:

TDFM 136A radios s/n FDA1200 and higher.

(c) AVIONICS INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE STANDARDS

All avionics used to meet this agreement shall comply with the manufacturer’s specifications and installation instructions, federal regulations, and the following requirements.

(1) Strict adherence to the guidelines in FAA AC 43.13-1B Chapter 11 “Aircraft Electrical Systems” and Chapter 12 “Aircraft Avionics Systems” as well as FAA AC 43.13-2B Chapter 1 “Structural Data”, Chapter 2 “Communication, Navigation and Emergency Locator Transmitter System Installations” and Chapter 3 “Antenna Installation” is required.

(2) All antennas shall be FAA approved, have a Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR) less than 3.0 to 1 and be properly matched and polarized to their associated avionics system.

(3) Labeling and marking of all avionics controls and equipment shall be understandable, legible, and permanent. Electronic label marking is acceptable.

(4) Avionics installations shall not interfere with passenger safety, space or comfort.

Avionics equipment shall not be mounted under seats designed for energy attenuation.

In all instances, the designated areas for collapse shall be protected.

(5) All avionics equipment shall be included on the aircraft’s equipment list by model, nomenclature, and location.

(6) Avionics systems shall meet the performance specifications of FS/OAS A-24 Avionics Operational Test Standards. For a copy of all FS/OAS documents visit http://www.nifc.gov/NIICD/documents.html.

http://www.nifc.gov/NIICD/documents.html

C.5 AIRCRAFT CONDITION AND EQUIPMENT

(a) The aircraft shall be in an airworthy condition throughout the performance period. All equipment required for original certification shall be installed and operable or be deferred by an FAA approved Minimum Equipment List (MEL).

(b) All aircraft furnished under this contract shall be operable, free of damage, and in good working order. Aircraft systems and components shall be free of leaks, except within limitations specified by the manufacturer.

(c) The aircraft interior shall be clean and neat. There shall be no un-repaired tears, rips, cracks, or other damage to the interior. All interior materials shall meet FAA standards.

(d) The aircraft exterior finish, including the paint, shall be clean, neat, and in good condition (i.e., no severe fading, or large areas of flaking or missing paint etc.) Military or other low visibility paint schemes are unacceptable. Any corrosion shall be within manufacturer or FAA acceptable limits. Aircraft shall be marked with either paint or vinyl stick-on material with high visibility orange which contrasts the primary paint color scheme. The markings/paint shall be applied to areas outlined below:

(1) The outboard tips on the upper and lower surface of the wings,

(2) The outboard tips on the upper and lower horizontal stabilizer surfaces.

(e) All windows and windshields shall be clean and free of scratches, cracks, crazing, distortion, or repairs, which hinder visibility.

(f) Fire extinguisher(s), as required by 14 CFR 135.155, shall be a handheld bottle, minimum

1.5 pounds capacity, containing Class B and C extinguishing agent, mounted and accessible to the flight crew.

(g) Cargo restraint. The contractor shall furnish tie downs, net(s), or cargo straps meeting requirements of 14 CFR to restrain cargo while in flight.

(h) Aircraft shall have a wing and tail strobe light system with an independent activating switch.

(i) The aircraft shall be equipped with a pulse type light system to enhance recognition of the aircraft. The system may utilize existing landing lights if they are visible with the landing gear retracted. A pulselite model 1220/2410-2 or equal will meet this requirement.

(j) Cabin air conditioning vents, bleed air heater and window defogger shall be controllable by the pilot.

(k) Aircraft will have an oxygen system capable of supplying the pilot, copilot and all available passenger stations with aviator breathing oxygen for a minimum of .8 hours for all positions minimum. The oxygen system will be a continuous flow system in accordance with 14 CFR 135.157.

(l) First Aid Kit (Aeronautical)

The contents shall include the following minimum items:

Item Description Passenger Seats (0-9)

Passenger Seats (10-15)

Adhesive bandage strips (3 inches long) 8 16

Antiseptic or alcohol wipes (packets) 10 20

Bandage compresses, (4-inch) 2 4

Triangular bandage compresses, 40 inch (sling) 2 4

Roller bandage, 4 inch x 5 yards (gauze) 2 4

Adhesive tape, 1 inch x 5 yards (standard roll) 1 2

Bandage scissors 1 1 Body Fluids Barrier Kit: 1 1

2-pair of latex gloves

1-face shield

1-mouth-to-mouth barrier

1-protective gown

2-antiseptic towelettes

1-biohazard disposal bag

Note: Splints are recommended if space permits.

Survival Kit (Aeronautical) (LOWER 48)

The contents shall include the following minimum items:

Item Item

Knife Signal Mirror Non-Marine Aerial Flares(6-each) Matches (2-small boxes in waterproof containers)

Food (2-days @ a minimum 1,000 calories per day, emergency rations per occupant)

Water (1-quart per occupant) (not required when operating over areas with adequate drinking water)

Space Blanket (1-per occupant) Candles Collapsible Water Bag Whistle

Magnesium Fire Starter Nylon Rope or Parachute Cord (50-feet)

Water Purification Tablets

Suggested Survival Kit Items Dependent Upon Terrain and Climate:

Item Item

Container w/carrying Handle or Straps

Individual First Aid Kit

Large Plastic Bags Signal Panels

Flashlight with Spare Batteries Hand Saw or Wire Saw

Collapsible Shovel Sleeping Bag (1-per two occupants) Survival Manual (Arctic/Desert) Snowshoes

Insect Repellant Axe or Hatchet Insect Headnet (1-per occupant) Gill Net/Assorted Fishing Tackle

Personal ELT Sunscreen

Note: A hand-held 760 channel VHF transceiver radio is recommended.

It should be attached, or immediately accessible, to a crewmember rather than placed in the aircraft survival kit.

(m) Smoke Generator. Aircraft shall be equipped with an FAA approved smoke generating system, actuated from the controls of the left seat pilot position.

(n) Hobbs meter (flight hour meter) that measures actual flight time from take-off to landing in hours and tenths.

(o) Equipment for conducting aircraft Operational Load Monitoring (OLM).

(1) The Contractor shall meet paragraph 7(1). Criteria for the OLM system are provided in (1) below.

(2) Contractor shall instrument aircraft with a government reviewed and approved OLM system. This system must provide to the government required and specified parameters in Table 1 in paragraph (h) below. Aircraft being offered that do not have a government approved OLM system installed shall install an OLM system that outputs data in the “.cdf” file format.

(3) The recorded data shall be submitted to the Forest Service Airworthiness Branch every 14 days while on contract. The recorded OLM data shall be in a “.sie” or “.cdf” file format. All values in “.sie” and “.cdf” files shall be in engineering units as listed in Table

1. The SIE and CDF files shall include column header descriptions as listed in Table 1, Channel Description (including engineering units for the values in each column).

Acceleration data shall be described as either incremental or total. There shall be only one flight per recorded file.

(4) The file naming convention for each flight file shall be; “Aircraft N Number”_”date (YYYYMMDD)”_timestamp in GMT

(a) E.g. N34VJ_20140228_1456

(5) If the OLMS system is inoperable or malfunctioning the aircraft operator shall (a)have the problem corrected in 10 business days. If the problem is not corrected then the aircraft will be made unavailable until the OLMS is operating and properly recording data.

(6) The OLM system shall be installed and approved by one of the three following methods:

(i) STC

(ii) Approved for installation by an FAA From 8110-3 with all DER supporting engineering substantiation documentation attached.

(iii) Field Approved on an FAA form 337 for installation with supporting FAA Form 8110-3 and all DER supporting engineering substantiation documentation.

(7) OLM System and Program:

(i) Criteria

To properly monitor the ASM usage of a specific model aircraft, a complete instrumentation package and recording device are required. The following section details the minimum required parameters and instrumentation to be recorded at a minimum sample rate of 8Hz. Accelerations shall be recorded as close to the aircraft Center of Gravity as practicable or correction algorithms may need to be validated and applied. Systems shall have functional and calibration flights recorded annually.

(ii) Continuous Monitoring OLM Requirements

These are minimum system requirements for all other aircraft of a particular model in ASM operation for continuous monitoring while in ASM service. The instrumentation and equipment utilized must include all mechanical components required to measure the flight parameters listed. The system shall have detailed installation instructions, drawings and instructions for continued airworthiness (ICAs). The ICAs will also include an installation validation plan for system and scheduled calibration check due annually. The following are minimum required parameters to be recorded at 8 Hz:

Table 1 Continuous Monitoring OLM Minimum Channel List

Channel Description Number of Channels

Units Sample Rate (Hz)

Record Rate (Hz)

1. Altitude (GPS) 1 Feet 4 Hz 8 Hz

2. Groundspeed (GPS) 1 Knots 4 Hz 8 Hz

3. Vertical Speed (GPS) 1 Feet per Minute 4 Hz 8 Hz

4. Heading (GPS) 1 Degrees 4 Hz 8 Hz

5. Date and Time in GMT (GPS) 1 yyyy/mm/dd GMT 4 Hz 8 Hz

6. Latitude (GPS) 1 Degrees 4 Hz 8 Hz

7. Longitude (GPS) 1 Degrees 4 Hz 8 Hz

8. Engine Start (one engine oil pressure)

1 Discrete 8 Hz 8 Hz

9. Pitot Pressure 1 Inches Hg 8 Hz 8 Hz

10. Static Pressure 1 Inches Hg 8 Hz 8 Hz

11. Outside Air Temperature 1 Degrees C 8 Hz 8 Hz

12. Altitude (Static Pressure) 1 Feet 8 Hz 8 Hz

13. Indicated Airspeed (must be derived from Pitot / Static differential)

1 Knots 8 Hz 8 Hz

14. Equivalent Airspeed 1 Knots 8 Hz 8 Hz

15. True Airspeed 1 Knots 8 Hz 8 Hz

16. Weight On Wheels 1 Discrete 8 Hz 8 Hz

17. Flap Position 1 Degrees 8 Hz 8 Hz

18. Speed Brake / Spoiler Position (If equipped)

1 Degrees 8 Hz 8 Hz

19. Normal Acceleration (NZ) 1 G Force 8 Hz 8 Hz

20. Longitudinal Acceleration (NX) 1 G Force 8 Hz 8 Hz

21. Lateral Acceleration (NY) 1 G Force 8 Hz 8 Hz

22. Pitch 1 Degrees 8 Hz 8 Hz

(iii) Minimum requirements for a Continuous Monitoring OLM system:

(A) Data Acquisition and Transmittal Requirements

The flight data recorder utilized for the data acquisition must be capable of recording all of the flight parameters. Recorders shall be capable of recording flight data for up to 100 flight hours without replacing the data capture media. Recorded data shall be compatible with Forest Service Data Library software solution.

(B) The Contractor’s OLM program shall:

(1) Identify the OLM system installation, calibration process, and frequency of recalibration;

(2) OLM system shall be properly installed using OEM recommended installation procedures.

(3) Identify the location of the recording device of the OLM system. The system does not need to be crash survivable;

however the Contractor shall consider the most crash survivable location within the aircraft with regard to fire and damage from a crash for the recording unit.

(4) Identify the parts or measured parameters that are required to be operational for each flight.

(5) Contain procedures to assure the OLM system is fully functional for each flight, including all measured parameters;

23. Pitch Rate 1 Degrees per Sec. 8 Hz 8 Hz

24. Roll 1 Degrees 8 Hz 8 Hz

25. Roll Rate 1 Degrees per Sec. 8 Hz 8 Hz

26. Yaw Rate 1 Degrees per Sec. 8 Hz 8 Hz

27. Vertical Accuracy (VDOP) 1 8 Hz 8 Hz

28. Horizontal Accuracy (HDOP) 1 8 Hz 8 Hz

29. Fuel Quantity (May be manually collected on Supplemental Data Sheet)

1 Lbs. 8 Hz 8 Hz

30. Aircraft Gross Weight ( May be manually collected on Supplemental Data Sheet )

1 Lbs. 8 Hz 8 Hz

(6) Identify the specific parameters selected for recording with rationale for their selection.

(7) Identify the location, purpose and use of the parameters selected. Parameters identified as being required for developing revised Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA’s) shall be so identified and be given greater description as to their use;

(8) Provided an explanation of the analysis of the data obtained from the aircraft OLM system;

(9) Contain procedures for the integration of the analyzed aircraft operational load data into the Contractor’s inspection program;

(10) Define and provide a detailed explanation of the exceedance for each of the recorded parameters;

(11) Thoroughly explain the Contractor’s definition of a structural exceedance. Structural exceedances may be single or multiple parameter exceedances;

(12) Contain procedures to take (i.e. inspect, repair, or other maintenance action) when a structural exceedance occurs;

(13) Contain procedures for notification (timeliness and method) to the Government for all defined exceedances and the planned actions and timeline to complete them;

(14) Contain procedures for retrieval of the aircraft OLM data, analysis of the data, process for defining/deciding on a maintenance action, and implementation of the maintenance action;

Reference / Publications

The following references / publications may be used to guide the Contractor in establishing an inspection program and OLM system.

(1) NTSB Safety Recommendations A-04-29, 30 and 31, 23 April 2004

(2) FAA Structural Management and Inspection Criteria for use on Large Airtankers for USDA & DOI, 28 May 2004.

(3) Blue Ribbon Panel: Federal Aerial Firefighting: Assessing Safety and Effectiveness, December 2002

(4) 14 CFR, Code of Federal Regulations Aeronautics and Space

(5) DOT/FAA/AR-05-035, Consolidation and Analysis of Loading Data in Firefighting Operations, October 2005 http://www.ntsb.gov/doclib/recletters/2004/A04_29_33.pdf http://www.nifc.gov/aviation/blueribbon/BRP_120302.pdf http://www.nifc.gov/aviation/blueribbon/BRP_120302.pdf http://ecfr.gpoaccess.gov/cgi/t/text/text-idx?sid=a85417381352da393da9cca9568fb3e1&c=ecfr&tpl=/ecfrbrowse/Title14/14tab_02.tpl http://www.tc.faa.gov/its/worldpac/techrpt/ar05-35.pdf http://www.tc.faa.gov/its/worldpac/techrpt/ar05-35.pdf

(6) DOT/FAA/AR-11/7, Usage and Maneuver Loads Monitoring of Heavy Air Tankers, March 2011

(7) Mil-A-8866, Military Specification, Airplane Strength and Rigidity, Reliability Requirements, Repeated Loads and Fatigue, 18 May 1960.

(8) AC 91- 82A - Fatigue Management Programs for In-Service Issues, 2011

(9) AC 25.571-1D, Damage Tolerance and Fatigue Evaluation of Structure, 2011

(10) For information on CDF file format please view http://cdf.gsfc.nasa.gov/html/FAQ.html

(p) Each aircraft shall carry current copies of the following:

(1) Contract and all modifications

(2) DOT exemption 9198 and interagency aviation transport of hazardous materials handbook/guide (NFES 1068) if required.

C.6 AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE

(a) All aircraft shall be maintained to 14 CFR Part 43, 91 and 135 standards. The Contractor shall provide or arrange for sufficient maintenance capability to keep the aircraft in airworthy condition. The Contractor shall correct all maintenance discrepancies as they become known and will assure that all maintenance performed on the aircraft is recorded in the aircraft’s maintenance record and appropriate aircraft maintenance log (FS 5700-E) that is with the aircraft.

(b) The Contractor shall identify the maintenance facilities and/or maintenance personnel used to fulfill the requirements of this contract. All aircraft maintenance inspections shall be performed in accordance with manufacturer and FAA approved continuous airworthiness inspection program. All phase inspections (inspection interval shall not to exceed 200 flight hours) will be conducted by FAA approved repair stations with a rating for the specific aircraft offered and have technicians who perform scheduled inspections with factory training for the offered aircraft.

All unscheduled maintenance shall be performed by an FAA approved repair station with a rating specific to the aircraft offered or an appropriately rated mechanic meeting the requirements of 14 CFR Part 65.

(c) Compliance with applicable mandatory manufacturer's bulletins, alert service bulletins, safety of flight bulletins, FAA Airworthiness Directives (AD), and the correction of maintenance deficiencies shall be accomplished prior to delivery and continue during contract performance.

(d) All maintenance shall be accomplished in accordance with the standards established by 14 CFR Part 135 and Advisory Circular (AC) 43.13.

(e) A copy of the current maintenance record required by 14 CFR 91.417 shall be kept with the aircraft. Current aircraft status sheet shall be provided to AMI after each scheduled inspection prior to the aircraft being approved for return to service. Status sheet shall be delivered electronically via email or fax.

http://www.faa.gov/documentLibrary/media/Advisory_Circular/AC%2091-82A.pdf http://www.faa.gov/documentLibrary/media/Advisory_Circular/AC%2025.571-1D%20.pdf http://cdf.gsfc.nasa.gov/html/FAQ.html

(f) A test flight shall be performed at the Contractor's expense following overhaul, repair, and replacement of any engine, power train, or control equipment, and following any adjustment of the flight control systems before the aircraft resumes service under this contract. The result of any test flight shall be logged in the aircraft flight records by the Pilot. Results of test flights shall be reported to the U.S. Forest Service Aircraft Maintenance Inspector (AMI) before the aircraft is returned to contract availability.

(g) When any non-scheduled maintenance or repairs are performed due to mechanical or equipment deficiencies, an AMI and the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) shall be notified for "return to contract available” status, before the aircraft performs under the contract.

(h) The Interagency Airplane Data Record Card shall be posted inside the aircraft.

(i) The aircraft weight and balance data shall be determined by the actual weighing of the aircraft within 12 calendar months (at intervals not to exceed 36 months) of the contract mandatory availability period (MAP). Data shall include an accurate, updated Equipment List for the aircraft weighed.

(j) All weighing of aircraft shall be performed on scales that have been certified as accurate within the previous 12 calendar months. The certifying agency may be any accredited weights and measures laboratory.

(k) Aircraft offered must have an available FAA approved Minimum Equipment List (MEL) with a Letter of Authorization (LOA) listing the specific aircraft offered.

C.7 ADDITIONAL GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND AIRCRAFT APPEARANCE

AND CONDITION

Airframe, Powerplant and their associated components that have a recommended Time Between Overhaul (TBO) schedule from the manufacturer shall follow the recommendation.

Extensions to the TBO’s shall not be allowed while operating under this agreement unless approved by the OEM.

All aircraft shall be equipped with windows that are not polarized and if window covers are used they must be STC approved and clear.

C.8 ACCIDENTS AND INCIDENTS

The Contractor shall report to the Government the accident history for all the aircraft offered in this solicitation.

(a) “Accident(s)” shall…