AG-024B-S-16-9911.pdf

OFFEROR’S COPY

(Ref. 48 CFR 1) Issuing Office:

U.S. FOREST SERVICE, CONTRACTING

NATIONAL INTERAGENCY FIRE CENTER

OWYHEE BUILDING - MS 1100

3833 S DEVELOPMENT AVE

BOISE, ID 83705

This solicitation can be downloaded from the following Internet site: https://www.fbo.gov/ Offers Are Solicited For:

Interagency Exclusive Use Light Fixed Wing Aircraft - Region 9

Solicitation No:

AG-024B-S-16-9911

Issued Date:

December 21, 2015

IMPORTANT – NOTICE TO OFFEROR

Offers will be due on 01/27/15 @ 3:30 PM Mountain Time.

The offeror shall submit the following items in response to this solicitation:

1. SF-1449, blocks 17a, 30a-30c: Complete, date, and sign.

2. Fill in the appropriate information requested under section B-1, B-2, B-3, and B-5.

3. Complete Provisions in Section E and return

4. Provide one copy of your Business proposal

THE SOLICITATION PACKAGE SHALL BE RETURNED TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS:

U.S. FOREST SERVICE, CONTRACTING

NATIONAL INTERAGENCY FIRE CENTER

ATTN: SOLICITATION NO. AG-024B-S-15-9320

OWYHEE BUILDING - MS 1100

3833 S. DEVELOPMENT AVE.

BOISE, ID 83705

No facsimile (FAX) or e-mail offers will be accepted.

Bidders questions must be submitted and received by mail, e-mail or fax NLT January 14,2016.

E-mail: trnovinger@fs.fed.us. Fax labeled as Bidders Questions for Solicitation No. AG-024B-S-16- 9911, or mail to the address identified above. Offerors may contact Todd Novinger for information about this solicitation at 208-387-5272.

“The policy of the United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, disability, family status, and/or political affiliation.” Persons believing they have been discriminated against in any Forest Service related activity should write to: Chief, Forest Service, USDA, P. O. Box 96090, Washington, DC 20090-6090.

Previous editions of this form are obsolete. FS-6300-44 (11/79)

Solicitation No. AG-024B-S-16-9911 U.S. Forest Service Region 9 Exclusive Use Light Fixed Wing National Office

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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SECTION A - SOLICITATION/CONTRACT/ORDER FOR COMMERCIAL ITEMS

STANDARD FORM 1449

SECTION B - SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICE

B-1 SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

B-2 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PILOT

B-3 HOME BASE (Base from which aircraft would normally be available)

B-4 EXCISE TAXES

B-5 PERFORMANCE PERIOD

B-6 FUEL PRICE BASIS

SECTION C - DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS

C-1 SCOPE OF CONTRACT

C-2 GENERAL CERTIFICATIONS

C-3 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY

C-4 AIRCRAFT REQUIREMENTS

C-5 AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE

C-6 AIRCRAFT AND EQUIPMENT SECURITY

C-7 AVIONICS REQUIREMENTS

C-8 FURNISHED AVIONICS SYSTEMS

C-9 AVIONICS INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE STANDARDS

C-10 OPERATIONS

C-11 PERSONNEL

C-12 CONDUCT AND REPLACEMENT OF PERSONNEL

C-13 SUSPENSION AND REVOCATION OF PERSONNEL

C-14 SUBSTITUTION/REPLACEMENT or ADDITION OF AIRCRAFT

C-15 RELIEF PILOT

C-16 FLIGHT HOUR AND DUTY LIMITATIONS

C-17 ACCIDENT PREVENTION AND SAFETY

C-18 MISHAPS

C-19 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

C-20 INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

C-21 PRE-USE INSPECTION EXPENSES

C-22 RESERVED

C-23 INSPECTIONS DURING USE

C-24 RESERVED

C-25 RESERVED

C-26 RESERVED

C-27 POINT OF HIRE

C-28 ASSIGNED WORK LOCATION(S)

C-29 ORDERED STANDBY

C-30 PAYMENT FOR FLIGHT

C-31 PAYMENT FOR CANCELLED, DELAYED OR SHORT DURATION FLIGHT

C-32 CONTRACTOR STAND-DOWN OR DEACTIVATION

C-33 RESERVED

C-34 RESERVED

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C-35 FOOD AND DRINK

C-36 MISCELLANEOUS COSTS TO THE CONTRACTOR

C-37 PAYMENT FOR OVERNIGHT ALLOWANCE

C-38 PAYMENT PROCEDURES

C-39 PERFORMANCE BY GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED PILOT

C-40 DEFINITIONS

C-41 ABBREVIATIONS

SECTION D - AGREEMENT CLAUSES

D-1 52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

D-2 ADDENDUM TO 52.212-4 (MAY 2015) CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS -

COMMERCIAL ITEMS CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE

D-3 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS REQUIRED TO IMPLEMENT STATUTES OR

EXECUTIVE ORDERS -- COMMERCIAL ITEMS (52.212-5) (NOV 2015)

D-4 UPDATES OF PUBLICLY AVAILABLE INFORMATION REGARDING RESPONSIBILITY

MATTERS (FAR 52.209-9) (JUL 2013)

D-5 STATEMENT OF EQUIVALENT RATES FOR FEDERAL HIRES (FAR 52.222-42) (MAY 2014)59

D-6 AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS (FAR 52.232-18) (APR 1984)

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)

D-9 NOTICE OF CONTRACTOR PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT REPORTING SYSTEM

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

D-11 POST AWARD CONFERENCE (AGAR 452.215-73) (NOV 1996)

D-12 GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED PROPERTY

D-13 AFFIRMATIVE PROCUREMENT OF BIO BASED PRODUCTS UNDER SERVICE AND

CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT (FAR 52.223-2) (SEPT 2013)

D-14 OPTION TO EXTEND THE TERM OF THE CONTRACT (FAR 52.217-9) (MAR 2000)

D-15 OPTION TO EXTEND SERVICES (FAR 52.217-8) (NOV 1999)

SECTION E - INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS/EXHIBITS

E-1 INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS - COMMERCIAL ITEMS (FAR 52.212-1) (OCT 2015)

E-2 EVALUATION-COMMERCIAL ITEMS (FAR 52.212.2) (OCT 2014) (TAILORED)

E-3 AWARD PROCESS

E-4 MISSION SAFETY BRIEFING BULLET TOPICS & CERTIFICATION STATEMENT

E-5 OFFEROR REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS – COMMERCIAL ITEMS

(Far 52.212-3) (NOV 2015) E-6 CERTIFICATION REGARDING RESPONSIBILITY MATTERS (FAR 52.209-5) (OCT 2015) .. 91

E-7 INFORMATION REGARDING RESPONSIBILITY MATTERS (FAR 52.209-7) (JUL 2013)

E-8 REPRESENTATION BY CORPORATIONS REGARDING AN UNPAID DELINQUENT TAX

LIABILITY OR A FELONY CONVICTION (AGAR 452.209-70) (DEVIATION 2012-01)

ALTERNATE 1 (FEB 2012)

E-9 INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE (AGAR 452.246-70) (FEB 1988)

EXHIBIT 1 - PAST PERFORMANCE INFORMATION

EXHIBIT 2 - SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (SMS) COMPONENTS QUESTIONAIRE AND

ACCIDENT HISTORY

EXHIBIT 3 - AIRPLANE PILOT QUALIFICATIONS AND APPROVAL RECORD

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EXHIBIT 4 - LIGHT FIXED WING MISSION SAFETY BRIEFING BULLET TOPICS

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-16-9911

6. SOLICITATION ISSUE

DATE

7. FOR SOLICITATION

INFORMATION CALL:

a. NAME

b. TELEPHONE NUMBER (No collect calls)

(208) 387-5272

8. OFFER DUE DATE/

LOCAL TIME

January 27, 2015

3:30 PM MT

9. ISSUED BY CODE 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: 481212

SERVICE-DISABLED

VETERAN-OWNED

SMALL BUSINESS

8 (A)

SIZE STANDARD:

1,500 Employees

11. DELIVERY FOR FOB DESTINA-

TON UNLESS BLOCK IS

MARKED

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

See Block 9

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 SECTION B (ATTACHED)

EXCLUSIVE USE LIGHT FIXED WING AIRCRAFT -

REGION 9

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 1 .

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 SOLICITATION (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 (SIGNATURE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER)

30b. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNED (Type or print) 30c. DATE SIGNED 31b. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print) 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

SECTION B

SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICE

B-1 SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

Light Fixed Wing Air Attack Aircraft fully operated, meeting the requirements of this Schedule and the specifications for operation at the designated base, and during the mandatory availability periods shown below. Award of light fixed wing aircraft by make and model will be based on the best value to the Government. The performance requirements and the aircraft will be evaluated for overall best value including price. The Government will determine the best value.

It is the intent of this solicitation to secure a Firm-Fixed Price contract for one (1) base year and four (4) option periods. Flight hours will be an indefinite quantity with no guarantee provided by the Government.

ITEM NO. 1 HURON-MANISTEE

Two (2) single engine high-wing aircraft fully operated and maintained at the designated base during the Mandatory Availability Period (MAP). These aircraft shall be capable of meeting or exceeding the Minimum Requirements as defined under Section C-4(b)(1)(2).

Name: Cadillac, MI

National Forest: Huron-Manistee

Location: Wexford County Airport

Elevation: 1,307 feet

Runway Length: 6,800 feet

Proposed Mandatory Availability Period: April 1 – May 30 Net Days 60

Daily Availability Rates Aircraft 1

Item No.

Base Year Option Year 1

Option Year 2

Option Year 3

Option Year 4

1.

Hourly Flight Rates

Item No.

Base Year Option Year 1

Option Year 2

Option Year 3

Daily Availability Rates Aircraft 2

Item No.

Base Year Option Year 1

Option Year 2

Option Year 3

Hourly Flight Rates Item No.

Base Year Option Year 1

Option Year 2

Option Year 3

ITEM NO. 1

Aircraft #1

Make: _ Year: ______________ Model:

Series:

Tail Number: __________

Aircraft #2

Make: _ Year: ______________ Model:

Series:

Tail Number: __________

Note: Daily Availability rates shall include lodging, per diem and relief cost at the host base.

Away from the host base lodging and per diem will be reimbursed at actual cost per the Federal Travel Regulation (FTR). Relief cost will be reimbursed as per the FTR and CO Approval is required prior to relief.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Selected Additional Requirements. The following additional requirements may be required to meet local needs. When the option block is checked, the operator shall provide and maintain the checked item. If an item is checked and already is a required item, then the checked item is an additional requirement. The operating capabilities of this equipment shall be that as defined below.

Single Engine – (# of seats: ____)

Multi Engine – (# of seats: 5)

Large Cargo Doors

High Wing

Low Wing

Air Conditioning

Turbocharged

Turboprop

Jet

Pressurized

Relief Pilot(s) Available

Infrared

Aerial Photography

TCAS/TCAD

Floats: 1. Amphibious 2. Straight

An Accessory Power Source.

A second Aeronautical VHF-AM 760 Channel Radio Transceiver (VHF-2).

A third Aeronautical VHF-AM 760 Channel Radio Transceiver (VHF-3).

A second Aeronautical P25 Digital VHF-FM Radio Transceiver (FM-2).

A third Aeronautical P25 Digital VHF-FM Radio Transceiver and in lieu of the AUX requirement (FM-3).

Provisions for an Auxiliary VHF-FM Portable Radio (AUX).

VHF-FM Programming Port with hardware and software required for programming the installed VHF-FM radios.

Drop cord for SIC (observer) and instructor position(s).

Aft audio control system

A UHF Aeronautical Radio Transceiver (UHF).

A Low Band Aeronautical Radio Transceiver (LB).

A Non-Standard VHF-FM Aeronautical Transceiver (FM) for communications with the Forest Service.

A Non-Standard UHF Aeronautical Transceiver (UHF) for communications with the Forest Service.

A Non-Standard 700-800 MHz Aeronautical Transceiver (800) for communications with the Forest Service.

A VHF-FM Aeronautical Antenna.

A UHF Aeronautical Antenna.

A Low Band Aeronautical Antenna.

A Panel Mounted GPS Unit in lieu of a Handheld GPS Unit.

A GPS with Moving Map with advisory (red/yellow) terrain.

A GPS Data Connector.

A panel mounted VOR receiver system.

Provisions for IFR operation meeting 14 CFR Parts 135.163 & 135.165.

A Transponder, Altitude Encoder and Static Systems (Reconnaissance).

A DME system, TSO approved QTY_. Not required if the GPS is certified and maintained for use in IFR conditions.

Auto Pilot

Dual USB charging port certified to FAA TSO C71 and capable of providing at least 2 amps of power to each port simultaneously with an output voltage of 5 VDC. USB charging port must be installed according to 14 CFR Part 43 and accessible from the observer seat

Dual USB charging port certified to FAA TSO C71 and capable of providing at least 2 amps of power to each port simultaneously with an output voltage of 5 VDC. USB charging port must be installed according to 14 CFR Part 43 and accessible from the instructor seat

A Traffic Advisory System (TAS)(For Type I Air Tactical Platforms)

An Audio Control System.

VOR/Localizer: Qty: _2_ (TSO approved)

Glideslope: Qty: _1_ (TSO approved)

Provisions for IFR operation meeting 14 CFR 135.163 & 135.165

Three Light Marker Beacon System: Qty: _1_ (TSO approved) Satellite Weather system with XM Aviator subscription or equivalent

An Intercommunication System for the PIC and SIC/observer.

An Intercommunication System for the PIC, SIC/observer and all passengers.

Designated Training Platform, See C-4(12) and C-7

Other – Separate Audio Control Systems for the PIC and SIC/observer positions

Other – A third Aeronautical P25 Digital VHF-FM Radio Transceiver (FM-3) may be provided in lieu of the AUX requirement (AUX)

B-2 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PILOT

Contractor will will not authorize performance of work under the agreement by a Government Pilot. Notice Government requirements in Section C-42.

Flight rate w/o Pilot:

B-3 HOME BASE (Base from which aircraft would normally be available)

Offeror shall enter the principle base of operation. The location reflected shall be a physical location located within 50 miles of the Regional boundary.

Location (Physical Address) State

Note: The Government may inspect the offeror’s operation and maintenance facilities prior to award. Offerors must be located within the regional boundary to maintain Regional Forest Service oversight. The Forest Service provides oversight for its aviation operations and is the responsible agency for these operations. As such the Regional Airworthiness and Pilot inspector have to have access to inspect pre-award, and during the life of the agreement.

B-4 EXCISE TAXES

Excise taxes shall be included in your agreement price IAW FAR Clause 52.212-4(k) Taxes.

The contract price includes all applicable Federal, State, and local taxes and duties.

B-5 PERFORMANCE PERIOD

It is contemplated that any Firm-Fixed Priced contract resulting from this solicitation will be in effect for a one (1) year base period and four (4) option years.

B-6 FUEL PRICE BASIS

The following stated fuel prices are the basis for economic price adjustment of the fuel portion of the flight rate, as stated in the Economic Price Adjustment clause of this contract.

(a)____/gallon for 100 LL AVGAS effective ____. (Determined at time of award)

Note: Only aviation grade fuel is acceptable for aircraft under this contract.

SECTION C

DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS

C-1 SCOPE OF CONTRACT

(a) The intent of this solicitation and any resultant contract is to obtain services for light fixed wing aircraft fully operated by qualified contractor personnel and equipped to meet specifications for use in administration and protection of Public Lands throughout the Eastern Region (Region 9).

(b)The aircraft furnished may be used for fire support, project, law enforcement, and administrative flights. If the Contractor agrees to perform law enforcement flights, such agreement shall be in writing.

(c) The Government has Interagency and Cooperative agreements with Federal and State Agencies and private landholders. Aircraft may be dispatched under this agreement for such use.

C-2 GENERAL CERTIFICATIONS

(a) Contractors shall hold a current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Air Carrier or Operating Certificate. Aircraft offered shall be listed by make, model, series, and registration number on the Operators 135 Certificate. Aircraft listed as optional equipment need not be listed on the 135 certificate until they are added to this contract by modification.

(b) Aircraft shall conform to its approved type design, be maintained and operated in accordance with the requirements of the 14 CFR 135 notwithstanding the aviation regulations of the States in which the aircraft may operate.

C-3 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY

(a) If Government Furnished Property (GFP) is provided, the Contractor shall be required to sign a property receipt document. Upon Government request, GFP shall be returned to the Government in accordance with GFP (Short Form) FAR Clause 52.245-1 (AUG 2010).

C-4 AIRCRAFT REQUIREMENTS

(a) Aircraft Performance Requirements

(1) Minimum Requirements

(2) 250 KTAS below 18,000 feet pressure altitude, ISA+10C

(3) Single engine service ceiling of 17,500 feet pressure altitude, ISA +10

(4) degrees centigrade with:

(5) 950 pound payload

(6) 4 hours of fuel computed at maximum cruise power, 17,500 feet pressure

(7) altitude, ISA+10CCruise endurance of 4 hours @ 8000 ft – ISA plus 20 C plus a 30 minute reserve

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

(1) 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.

(2) 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.

(3) 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.

(4) All windows and windshields shall be clean and free of scratches, cracks, crazing, distortion, or repairs, which hinder visibility. Repairs such as safety wire lacing and stop drilling of cracks are not acceptable as permanent repairs. Prior to acceptance, all temporarily repaired windows and windshields shall have permanent repairs completed or shall be replaced.

(5) Fire extinguishers, as required by 14 CFR 135.155, shall be hand-held bottle(s), with a minimum of 1.5 lbs. capacity and 2-B: C rating. Fire Extinguishers shall be maintained in accordance with current NFPA 10 standards and mounted with a quick release attachment accessible to the flight crew while seated.

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

(i) Contract and all modifications.

(ii) Department of Transportation (DOT) Exemption 9198, the Interagency Aviation Transport of Hazardous Materials Handbook/Guide (NFES 1068) and the Emergency Response Guide (ERG) if required.

(iii) Aeronautical charts covering area of operation.

Note: The use of electronic flight bags is hereby authorized providing the following conditions are met:

- EFB’s used in the aircraft are FAA approved.

- All other contract items are readily available to the vendor and agency crew (tablet style devices only, no laptops).

- Vendors must keep the device adequately charged to allow normal use and have a means of charging the device readily available without reliance on the government.

- Common 7 inch tablets are the minimum size allowed; smart phones may not be used to meet this requirement.

(7) Flight Hour Meter. Each aircraft shall be equipped with a flight hour meter, installed in a location observable by the pilot and front seat observer while seated. The meter shall measure actual flight time from takeoff to landing in hours and tenths.

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

(9) Safety Belts. The aircraft furnished under this contract shall have safety belts for all occupants and shoulder harnesses for front seat occupants meeting requirements of 14 CFR. The shoulder strap and lap belt shall fasten with a metal to metal single point quick release mechanism. Military style harnesses are acceptable. All occupants shall meet the above requirements during takeoffs and landings, when flying within 1,000 feet of the ground, and at other times as specified by the Pilot.

Lap belt and shoulder harness condition; the following are NOT acceptable:

(i) Webbing. Webbing that is frayed 5 percent or more, torn webbing, crushed webbing, swelled webbing that results in twice the thickness of original web, or if difficult to operate through hardware, creased webbing (no structural damage allowed), and sun deterioration if it results in severe fading, brittleness, discoloration, and stiffness.

(ii) Hardware. Buckle or other hardware is inoperable, nylon bushing at shoulder harness-to-lap belt connection missing or damaged, fabricated bushings or tie wraps used as bushings, rust/corrosion if not minor in nature, wear beyond normal use.

(iii) Stitches. Broken or missing stitches, severe fading or discoloring, inconsistent stitch pattern.

(iv) Technical Standard Order (TSO) Tags (see 14 CFR 21.607). Missing or illegible tags are unacceptable unless inspection can confirm the suitability of installed equipment.

(v) Age. Belts/fabric over 10 years from date of manufacture require close inspection because of the elements they are exposed to, but do not have to be replaced if it can be determined they are in serviceable condition and not life limited.

(10) First Aid Kit (Aeronautical). First aid kit shall be in a dust-proof and moisture-proof container. The kit shall be readily accessible to the Pilot and passengers. At a minimum, the contents shall include the following items:

Item Description Quantity Adhesive bandage strips (3 inches long) 8

Antiseptic or alcohol wipes (packets) 10

Bandage compresses, (4 inches) 4

Triangular bandage compresses, 40 inch (sling) 2

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

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

Bandage scissors 1

Body Fluids Barrier Kit: 1

2-pair of non-latex surgical 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.

Kits may be commercially available types which are FAA approved for the appropriate number of crew and passengers carried.

(11) Survival Kit. Aircraft shall have sufficient equipment to sustain personnel for a 24-hour period. As a minimum, the survival kit shall include the following:

Knife

Signal Mirror

Aviation-type Signal Flares (6-each)

Matches (2-small boxes in waterproof containers)

Magnesium Fire Starter

Space Blanket (1-per occupant)

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

Collapsible Water Bag

Food (2-days emergency rations per occupant)

Candles

Whistle

Nylon Rope or Parachute Cord (50 feet)

Suggested additional survival kit items (appropriate to the geographic area.)

Individual First Aid Kit

Container w/carrying Handle or Straps

Large Plastic Bags

Signal Panels

Flashlight with Spare Batteries

Hand Saw or Wire Saw

Collapsible Shovel

Sleeping Bag (1-per two occupants)

Survival Manual

Snowshoes

Axe or Hatchet

Insect Repellant

Insect Head net (1-per occupant)

Gill Net/Assorted Fishing Tackle

Personal ELT

Sunscreen

Note: A hand-held 760 channel VHF transceiver radio or satellite phone is recommended. It should be located on a crewmember rather than placed in the aircraft survival kit.

(12) Aircraft designated as a training platform as noted in section B, must have the required additional avionics as noted in C-7, in addition to the following aircraft equipment:

(a) Aircraft offered must be a turbine engine equipped aircraft.

(b) A fixed FAA approved work station shall be located behind the co-pilots seat.

Any bulkheads between flight deck and passenger compartment shall be removed to facilitate a better view (looking forward) for the ATGS instructor

(c) RAM mounts on top of the work station to facilitate the inflight mounting of peripheral devices.

(d) A dual USB charging port certified to FAA TSO C71 and capable of providing at least 2 amps of power to each port simultaneously with an output voltage 5VDC. USB port must be installed according to 14CFR Part 43 on the designated work station described below.

(e) Head set Jack at the workstation.

(f) A push to talk (PTT) button on the workstation

(g) One 3.5 mm audio plug on work station.

C-5 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.

(b) The Contractor shall identify the maintenance facilities and/or maintenance personnel used to fulfill the requirements of this contract.

(c) Aircraft operated with components and accessories on approved Time Between Overhaul (TBO) extension programs are acceptable, provided the Contractor who provides the aircraft is the holder of the approved extension authorization (not the owner if the aircraft is leased), and shall operate in accordance with the extension.

(d) Compliance with applicable mandatory manufacturer's service bulletins, alert service bulletins, and safety of flight bulletins as required or identified by the FS and/or DOI; and all applicable FAA Airworthiness Directives (AD); and the correction of maintenance deficiencies shall be accomplished prior to delivery and continue during agreement period of performance.

(e) All maintenance shall be accomplished in accordance with the standards established by 14 CFR Part 135; Advisory Circular (AC) 43.13, and the manufacturer's instructions and in accordance with those procedures established in the Contractor's maintenance program approved under 14 CFR Part 135 Operations Specifications.

(f) A copy of the current maintenance record required by 14 CFR 91.417 shall be kept at the Home Base or maintenance facility.

(g) A functional check flight shall be performed at the Contractor's expense following overhaul, repair, and replacement of any engine (installations of reciprocating engines that are new, rebuilt, or overhauled shall accumulate 3-hours of operation, including 2 hours in flight, prior to Government use), 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 availability.

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

(i) The Interagency Airplane Data Record Card or Point-to-Point Aircraft Data Card shall be posted inside the aircraft.

(j) The aircraft’s required weight and balance data shall be determined by actual weighing of the aircraft every 36 calendar months for multi-engine aircraft. Mission Use Only single engine aircraft shall be weighed within the previous 5 years.

All weighing of aircraft shall be performed on scales that have been certified. The certifying agency may be any accredited weights and measures laboratory.

(k) Authorized Break. During the standby period, requirements may be modified by the CO to allow Contractor's personnel time off away from the assigned work location or to conduct routine maintenance. No deduction of availability will be made for such authorized breaks except when Contractor personnel fail to return to Standby upon request. Requests will be coordinated with the appropriate regional maintenance inspector For Exclusive use aircraft with a MAP of 120 days or more, no more than 2 periods or breaks of 48 hours each maximum shall be allowed during the MAP without penalty and must be coordinated with the CO or COR. For those aircraft contracted with a MAP of less than 120 days, 1 period or break of 2 days (48 hours) will be allowed. For “Call When Needed” aircraft there will be no authorized break or period unless the aircraft has been assigned for 18 consecutive or more days and is coordinated with the CO and the regional AMI. The maximum allowed break or period for “call when needed” aircraft shall not exceed 24 hours. The authorized absence during the map for any exclusive use aircraft to transition from assigned locations will not be used for any of these allowed maintenance periods.

(l) Mechanics assigned to work on aircraft shall have appropriate FAA certification and ratings or if at a 145 Repair Station shall at all times be working in the presence of one so certified and rated.

(m) EXCLUSIVE USE ONLY: Aircraft must start the MAP with a minimum of 50 hours remaining before the next due inspection.

C-6 AIRCRAFT AND EQUIPMENT SECURITY

(a) The security of Contractor provided aircraft and equipment is the responsibility of the Contractor.

(b) Aircraft shall be electrically and/or mechanically disabled by two independent security systems whenever the aircraft is unattended. Deactivating security systems shall be incorporated into preflight checklists to prevent accidental damage to the aircraft or interfere with safety of flight.

(c) Examples of Unacceptable disabling systems are:

(1) Locked door/windows; and/or

(2) Fenced parking areas.

C-7 AVIONICS REQUIREMENTS

Required avionics systems and Contractor offered avionics/communication equipment shall meet the performance specifications as specified in FS/AMD A-24 at:

www.nifc.gov/NIICD/documents.html

C-8 FURNISHED AVIONICS SYSTEMS

The following required avionics systems shall be furnished, installed, and maintained by the Contractor in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications and the installation and maintenance standards.

(a) Designated ATGS training platforms as noted in section B, shall have additional avionics requirements see C-4 (12).

Minimum Avionics Contract Requirements

TYPE

I

TYPE II TYPE

III

TYPE VI Resource

Recon Fire Recon

Comm 1 X X X X X X Comm 2 X X X X X

FM 1 X X X RR-4* FR-3*

FM 2 X

FM 3

Aux FM X X RR-2*

ELT X X X X X X

AFF X X X X X X

GPS X X X X X X

Transponder X X X X Pitot/Static X X X X

TCAS X

ICS Crew/Cabin X X X X RR-2*/RR-4* FR-3* Audio Controls X X X X RR-2*/RR-4* FR-3* 3 Pin X Supplemental FM Antenna

RR-1* FR-1* (2)

Supplement Radio Kit X RR-3* FR-2*

Notes:

RR 1*: One Supplement VHF-FM Antenna RR 2*: ICS, Audio Control System, AUX FM RR 3*: Provisions for a Supplementary Radio Kit RR 4*: ICS, Audio Control System, One VHF-FM Radio (FM 1) FR 1*: Two VHF-FM Antennas FR 2*: Provisions for a Supplementary Radio Kit FR 3*: ICS, Audio Control, VHF-FM Radio (FM-1)

Point-to-point flights require no additional systems other than those required by 14 CFR Part 135.

(a) Aircraft Avionics. The use of VHF-FM mobile (vehicle type) radios in aircraft is prohibited.

(b) Aircraft operating to or from airfields or airstrips designated as Category 4 and are not otherwise conducting a type of reconnaissance flight, Resource Reconnaissance, Fire Reconnaissance, and other special mission aircraft shall be configured as required by use defined in this section. The operating capabilities of this equipment shall be that as defined below.

(1) All aircraft operating to or from airfields or airstrips designated as Category 4 (Mountain/Remote), Resource Reconnaissance, Fire Reconnaissance, and other special mission aircraft will have as a minimum the following basic avionics listed in (1) & (2), for air tactical missions the avionics listed in (c) (1) through (5) apply:

(i) An Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT).

(ii) An Aeronautical VHF-AM Radio Transceiver (VHF-1).

(iii) Instruments and lighting for 14 CFR Part 135 night VFR operations (135.159 & 135.161).

(iv) A GPS Unit.

(v) An Automated Flight Following (AFF) system.

and

(vi) One (minimum) VHF-FM Aeronautical Antenna.

or

(vii) Provisions for one (minimum) Auxiliary VHF-FM Portable Radio (AUX-FM).

or the following three (3) items.

(viii) An Audio Control System.

(ix) An Aeronautical P25 Digital VHF-FM Radio Transceiver (FM-1). Only FHP aircraft may use certain analog aeronautical VHF-FM radio transceivers

(x) An Intercommunications System.

(2) Additional Fire Reconnaissance Requirements. Fire Reconnaissance aircraft shall have a dedicated Air Guard receiver.

(c) Air Tactical Aircraft. All Air Tactical aircraft shall be configured as required by Type(s) defined in this section. The operating capabilities of this equipment shall be that as defined below.

(1) All Air Tactical Types:

(i) An Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT).

(ii) Two 760 channel Aeronautical VHF-AM Radio Transceivers (VHF-1 & VHF- 2).

(iii) Instruments and lighting for 14 CFR Part 135 night VFR operations (135.159 & 135.161).

(iv) A Transponder, Altitude Encoder and Static Systems.

(v) An Automated Flight Following (AFF) system.

Note: Regardless of available aircraft equipment or capabilities, Supplemental Air Attack Kit installations in any Type shall not elevate the aircraft’s capability beyond that Type for which the aircraft would normally be carded, if the supplemental radio kit were removed.

Note: If an approved Traffic Advisory System (TAS) is furnished, the aircraft shall be identified as a “Type I with TAS” or a “Type II with TAS”.

(2) Type I:

(i) A Panel Mounted GPS Unit.

(ii) Separate Audio Control Systems for the PIC and SIC/ATGS.

(iii) A set of audio/mic jacks with PTT capability in the rear seat for an ATGS instructor connected to the SIC/ATGS’s audio control system. A separate Audio Control System for the instructor is acceptable.

(iv) Two permanently installed Aeronautical P25 Digital VHF-FM Radio Transceivers (FM-1 & FM-2).

(v) An Intercommunication System and either

(vi) Provisions for an Auxiliary VHF-FM Portable Radio (AUX-1).

or

(vii) A third Aeronautical P25 Digital VHF-FM Radio Transceiver (FM-3).

(3) Type II:

(i) A Panel Mounted GPS Unit.

(ii) Separate Audio Control Systems for the PIC and SIC/ATGS.

(iii) A set of audio/mic jacks with PTT capability in the rear seat for an ATGS instructor connected to the SIC/ATGS’s audio control system. A separate Audio Control System for the instructor is acceptable.

(iv) One permanently installed Aeronautical P25 Digital VHF-FM Radio Transceiver (FM-1).

(v) An Intercommunication System and either

(vi) Provisions for an Auxiliary VHF-FM Portable Radio (AUX-1).

or

(vii) A second Aeronautical P25 Digital VHF-FM Radio Transceiver (FM-2).

(4) Type III:

(i) A GPS unit.

(ii) An Audio Control System.

(iii) A permanently installed Aeronautical P25 Digital VHF-FM Radio Transceiver

(FM-1).

(iv) An Intercommunications System.

(5) Type IV:

(i) A GPS unit.

(ii) An Audio Control System.

(iii) Two VHF-FM Aeronautical Antennas.

(iv) An Accessory Power Source.

(v) The floor space between the PIC and SIC/observer seats shall be free of all obstructions for Supplemental Air Attack Kit installation.

Note: If the Contractor provides an approved Supplemental Air Attack Kit, the aircraft shall be identified as a “Type IV with radio kit”.

(e) Specifications. These are the definitions of acceptable equipment for those configurations defined above.

All required avionics systems shall be furnished, installed, and maintained by the Contractor in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications and the installation and maintenance standards of this section.

(1) ACCESSORY POWER SOURCE. A power connector (MS3112E12-3S) protected by a 10 amp circuit breaker directly connected to the avionics or aircraft power buss.

The connector shall be permanently mounted in a location convenient to the SIC/observer. Pin A shall be +24 VDC in 24 volt aircraft, Pin B shall be aircraft ground, and Pin C shall be +12 VDC in 12 VDC aircraft. NEVER apply power to both Pins A and C simultaneously. See FS/AMD-A16 available at: www.nifc.gov/NIICD/documents.html

(2) COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS

(i) Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT). An automatic-portable/automatic-fixed or automatic-fixed ELT utilizing an external antenna and meeting the same requirements as those detailed for airplanes in 14 CFR 91.207 (excluding section f.), shall be installed per the manufacturer’s installation manual, in a conspicuous or marked location. ELTs certified under TSO-91 are not acceptable.

Note: After January 31, 2009, only ELTs transmitting on 406 MHz (TSO-C126 type) will be detected by satellites. The FAA recommends that any new ELT be a TSO-C126 type with a GPS/FMS interface and be registered with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).

(ii) Aeronautical VHF-AM Radio Transceiver (VHF). A panel mounted aeronautical VHF-AM radio transceiver operating in the frequency band of

118.000 to 136.975 MHz, with a minimum of 760 channels in no greater than 25 kHz increments, and a minimum of 5 watts carrier output power. For aircraft operating to or from airfields or airstrips designated as Category 4, Resource Reconnaissance, and Fire Reconnaissance aircraft where a second VHF-AM radio is required (VHF-2), the second radio may be a 720 channel transceiver.

All Air Tactical aircraft shall utilize only 760 channel transceivers. All Air Tactical aircraft shall utilize only 760 channel transceivers.

(iii) Aeronautical P25 Digital VHF-FM Radio Transceiver (FM). For a list of currently acceptable VHF-FM radios, visit: www.nifc.gov/NIICD/documents.html

(A) The transceiver shall operate from 150 to 174 MHz, permit the operator to program any usable frequency within that band while in flight, provide operator selection of wide-band (25 kHz bandwidth/5 kHz modulation), narrow-band (12.5 kHz bandwidth/2.5 kHz modulation) and P25 digital operation by channel for MAIN and AIR GUARD operation.

Transceivers shall be set to operate in the narrowband mode (typically indicated with a lower case “n”) unless local requirements dictate otherwise.

(B) Carrier output power shall be 6 to 10 watts nominal. The transceiver shall be capable of displaying receiver and transmitter operating frequency. Transceivers shall provide both receiver and transmitter activation indicators for MAIN and AIR GUARD. Simultaneous monitoring of both MAIN and AIR GUARD (168.6250 MHz) is required. Scanning of AIR GUARD is not acceptable. AIR GUARD communications may only be used for: Emergencies; initial call; recall; and redirection.

(C) A CTCSS sub-audible tone encoder with a minimum of 32 standards selectable tones, meeting the current TIA/EIA-603 standard, shall interface with the above transceiver. The encoder shall encode a 110.9 Hz tone on all AIR GUARD transmissions.

(D) The transceiver’s operational controls shall be mounted in a location that is convenient to both PIC and SIC/observer.

(E) Aircraft having two or more Aeronautical P25 Digital VHF-FM Radio Transceivers (FM-1 & FM-2) need only have an AIR GUARD receiver in one transceiver. This paragraph is not applicable to Air Tactical aircraft.

(F) The following Aeronautical P25 Digital VHF-FM Radio Transceivers are known to be acceptable.

Technisonic Industries TDFM-136

TDFM-136A

Northern Airborne Technology NPX136D-070

(G) All VHF-FM transceivers (aeronautical, mobile, and portable) furnished to meet the requirements of this contract shall be P25 digital.

Only P25 digital compliant transceivers will be acceptable. Aeronautical P25 Digital VHF-FM Radio Transceivers shall meet FS/AMD A-19. The requirements can be found at: www.nifc.gov/NIICD/documents.html.

(H) All P25 digital radios will operate with current software as listed on www.nifc.gov/NIICD/hotsheet/hotsheet.html. Software versions identified on this website by October 1st will be acceptable for the following year.

The only exception is more up-to-date software versions as released by the manufacturer. P25 digital radios without a software version listing will be upgraded to the current version within six months of release by the manufacturer.

As an example, Technisonic releases a new software version for their TDFM-136 radio on August 1st. The above website lists this new software version on September 15th. Therefore, all TDFM-136 radios must operate with this new software by January 1st. However, if the website did not list this new software until October 10th, the software would not be required until the end of the following year.

(I) FHP aircraft may use certain analog aeronautical VHF-FM radio transceivers if the aircraft is used solely for FHP operations. These radios shall meet all requirements of the Aeronautical P25 Digital VHF- FM Radio Transceiver specifications applicable to analog aeronautical radios. The only analog radios acceptable for FHP use are:

Technisonic Industries TFM-138B

TFM-500

Northern Airborne Technology NTX138-070

(iv) Provisions for Auxiliary VHF-FM Portable Radio (AUX-FM):

(A) The Contractor shall provide the necessary interface for installing and properly operating an auxiliary VHF-FM portable radio through the aircraft's audio control system(s) (AUX). The interface shall consist of the appropriate wiring from the audio control system, terminate in an MS3112E12-10S type connector and utilizing the contact assignments as specified by drawing FS/AMD-17 ; AUX-FM RADIO INTERFACE, at the following website: www.nifc.gov/NIICD/documents.html

(B) A weatherproof, external, broadband antenna (Comant type CI-177-1 or equal) covering the 150-174 MHz band, with associated RG-58A/U (or equivalent) coaxial cable and connector, terminated in a bulkhead-mounted, female BNC connector adjacent to the above 10-pin connector.

(C) Mounting facilities, in accordance with the specifications of FAA Advisory Circular AC 43.13-2A, for secure installation of the auxiliary VHF-FM portable radio in the cockpit shall be provided (Field Support Services (www.helifire.com) AUX-EPH-RB or equivalent).

The location of the mounting facilities shall be such that, when connected with an 18-inch adapter cable, allows the SIC/observer full and unrestricted movement of the radio's controls.

(D) Positive-polarity microphone excitation voltage shall be provided to the AUX-FM system from the aircraft DC power system through a suitable resistor network. A blocking capacitor shall be provided to prevent the portable radio microphone excitation voltage from entering the system.

Sidetone for the AUX-FM shall also be provided (NAT AA34, Premier PA- 34, or equivalent).

(E) In lieu of the above AUX-FM requirements, the Contractor may substitute an Aeronautical P25 Digital VHF-FM Radio Transceiver (FM-2).

On Type I air attack platforms the AUX FM may be substituted by an additional P25 FM radio.

(F) If the AUX-FM specifications are intended for 700-800 MHz, UHF, or Low Band use, the appropriate antenna shall be used (see specifications below) and the audio control(s) shall be labeled accordingly

(800/UHF/LB).

(v) VHF-FM Programming Port

(A) Each required Aeronautical P25 Digital VHF-FM Radio Transceiver shall be equipped with a conveniently located programming port to facilitate programming via a Government owned laptop computer. The port(s) shall be protected from accidental damage via contact, be hard-wired to the transceiver(s), not require the reconnection of any cables for utilization, and must be conveniently located for ease of use (typically by the SIC/observers position). Use of a FM-1/FM-2 programming switch is permitted.

(B) The contractor shall also furnish appropriate cables of adequate length, and/or any necessary adapters, to interconnect the aircraft programming port(s) to the serial and/or USB port(s) of the Government laptop computer as required. The Government is responsible for providing their own radio programming software.

Note: The “DIN” type connector on the front panel of TDFM-136 and early models of TDFM-136A radios are part of an encryption feature and cannot function as a programming port. The DIN connector on TDFM- 136A radios, serial number FDA1200 and higher, can be utilized for radio programming.

(vi) Automated Flight Following (AFF)

(A) An Automated Flight Following (AFF) system compatible with the government’s AFF tracking network (Webtracker) is required. Not all available AFF systems are compatible with Webtracker nor meet Webtracker’s requirements. The Contractor shall ensure that the AFF system offered is compatible with Webtracker. To view Webtracker’s current compatibility requirements refer to https://www.aff.gov.

(B) The AFF system shall be powered by the aircraft’s electrical system, installed per the manufacturer’s installation manual, and operational in all phases of flight. AFF equipment shall utilize as a minimum: Satellite communications, an internally or externally mounted antenna, provide data to the Government’s Webtracker software, use aircraft power via a dedicated circuit breaker for power protection, and be mounted so as to not endanger any occupant from AFF equipment 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 AFF manufacturer required pilot display(s) or control(s) shall be visible/selectable by the PIC. Remote equipment having visual indicators should be mounted in such a manner as to allow visual indicators to be easily visible.

(C) AFF communications shall be fully operational in the lower 48 states.

Contractors accepting dispatches to the State of Alaska, Southern Canada, or Western Canada shall 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.

(D) The Contractor shall maintain a subscription service through the AFF equipment provider allowing AFF position reporting for satellite tracking via Webtracker. The position-reporting interval shall be every two minutes while the aircraft is in flight. The Contractor shall register their AFF equipment with the Fire Applications Help Desk (FAHD) Help Desk 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 equipment into another aircraft, then the Contractor shall contact the FAHD making the appropriate changes prior to aircraft use.

In all cases, the Contractor shall ensure that the correct aircraft information is indicated within Webtracker. The Contractor shall contact the FAHD of system changes, scheduled maintenance, and planned service outages.

(E) Registration contact information, a web accessible feedback form, and additional information is available at: https://www.aff.gov. The FAHD can be reached at 866-224-7677.

(F) Prior to the aircraft’s annual contract inspection, the Contractor shall ensure compliance with all AFF systems requirements. The Contractor shall additionally perform an operational check of the system. As a minimum, the operational check shall consist of confirming the aircraft being tested is displayed in Webtracker (indicating it is currently transmitting data to Webtracker) and that all information displayed in Webtracker is current. A username and password is required to access Webtracker. Log on to the AFF website at https://www.aff.gov to request a username and password, or contact the FAHD.

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

(vii) VHF-FM Aeronautical Antenna. A broadband aeronautical antenna (Comant CI-177-1 or equivalent) operating from 150 to 174 MHz with coaxial cable (RG-58 A/U or better) terminated on a male BNC connector. The antenna cable in the cabin shall have the ability to connect to a unit mounted between the PIC and SIC/observer's seats plus 4 feet (minimum). Antenna VSWR shall be better than

3.0 to 1.

(viii) Supplemental Air Attack Kits. See the appropriate Specification sections in this contract for specification requirements. Any supplemental Air Attack kit shall consist of all the following (as a minimum):

(A) An Aeronautical P25 Digital VHF-FM Radio Transceiver.

(B) An Auxiliary VHF-FM Portable Radio (AUX-FM) interface. Provisions under the Auxiliary VHF-FM Portable Radio specifications for a VHF-FM antenna are not applicable.

(C) Separate audio control systems for the PIC and SIC/ATGS. The first control position shall be for the aircraft's audio control system followed by the supplemental Air Attack kit's transceivers (i.e. VHF, FM1, FM2, AUX, etc.).

(D) A remote set of audio/mic (JJ-034/JJ-033) jacks with PTT capability and a volume adjustment in the rear of the kit for an ATGS instructor connected to the SIC/ATGS’s audio control system. A separate audio control system for the instructor is acceptable.

(E) An intercommunication system supporting for all required positions.

(F) A power cord terminated with an MS3116F12-3P connector wired to mate with an Accessory Power Source connector. The supplemental Air Attack kit shall be able to operate on both +12 VDC and +24 VDC, although not simultaneously.

(G) Audio (PJ-055) and Mic (PJ-068) type plugs for connection to an aircraft's audio system. The mic plug shall be capable of PTT operation.

(H) The PIC and SIC/ATGS's mic jacks (JJ-033) shall…