Att 1 - FTSS Bridge PWS.docx

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

FOR

FLIGHT TEST SUPPORT SERVICES

EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE

FLORIDA

05 JANUARY 2024

Table of Contents

SECTION 1: DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

SECTION 2: SERVICE SUMMARY

SECTION 3: GOVERNMENT/CONTRACTOR FURNISHED PROPERTY AND SERVICES

SECTION 4: GENERAL INFORMATION

SECTION 5: APPENDICES & EXHIBITS

1.0. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

1.1. General. This is a non-personal services bridge contract to provide Flight Test Support Services that exclusively support ongoing USAF and DoD Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation efforts (RTD&E) as well as Operational Test and Evaluation (OT&E). The Government shall not exercise any supervision or control over the Contract Service Provider’s employees performing the services herein; the employees shall be accountable solely to the Contract Service Provider who, in turn is responsible to the Government.

1.2. Description of Services/Objectives. The Contractor shall provide all management, personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, and supervision necessary to perform Flight Test Support Services in support of RTD&E and OT&E tests as defined in this Performance Work Statement (PWS), with the exception of those items specified as Government Furnished Property or services. The Contractor shall perform to the standards in this contract. This includes the planning, coordination, and surveillance of the activities necessary to ensure disciplined work performance and timely resources application to accomplish all tasking under the contract. The Contractor shall be responsible for maintaining communication with the Contracting Officer (CO) and the Contracting Officer Representative (COR), and to immediately notify both the CO and the COR of any problems that would prevent timely performance of this contract. The Contractor shall be responsible for implementing and maintaining management control systems necessary to plan, organize, direct, and control all activities under this contract.

1.3. Background. The 96th Test Wing (96 TW), 96th Cyberspace Test Group (96 CTG) conducts RTD&E and OT&E of communications, surveillance, and other airborne and ground based electronic systems. The 96 CTG supports the United States Air Force, other Department of Defense (DoD) organizations, Department of Energy (DOE), the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), commercial customers, and foreign entities. Specifically, the 96 CTG plans, conducts, analyzes, and reports on RTD&E and OT&E in six functional areas to include C5ISR Systems, Datalinks and Tactical Communications, Sensors and Defensive Systems, Command and Control, Mission Planning Systems, and Information Assurance. To facilitate cost-effective testing of the various systems assigned to the 96 CTG, the squadron supports internal and external customers with program management assistance to contract for commercial flight test services.

1.4. Inherently Governmental Function. The Contractor shall not perform inherently governmental functions as defined in FAR Subpart 7.5 in relationship to this PWS.

1.5. Period of Performance. This is a one (1) year bridge contract.

1.6. Place of Performance. The 96 TW/96 CTG anticipates the Contractor shall perform approximately eighty percent of the services in the PWS at Eglin Air Force Base, FL’s airspace over the land and water Test Ranges. The Contractor shall also have the ability to support mission requirements at various DoD and DoE locations within the continental United States (CONUS), to include but not limited to: Nellis AFB, NV; Holloman AFB, NM; NAWS-China Lake, CA; Utah Test and Training Range; and other locations as designated.

1.7. Specific Tasks. The 96 TW/96 CTG has requirements for two areas of Flight Test Support. These areas are:

1.7.1. Providing aircraft, both fast movers (i.e., jet engines aircraft, 450 knots True Air Speed (KTAS), minimum) and slow movers (i.e., propeller prop aircraft, 230 KTAS minimum) for support of systems under test.

1.7.2. Provide aircraft modifications (i.e., test equipment racks, antennae) necessary for support of systems under test.

1.7.3. Each of these requirements will be conducted in separately scheduled test support missions. The Contractor tasks include, but not limited to, providing all aircraft, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, logistics, training, technical support, and other items and services necessary to manage and provide Flight Test Support to meet the requirements. The published pricing will include costs for mission support including all probable alternate locations. Effective test support requires quick response times and flexible scheduling; therefore a two-week maximum response time is desired from issuance of a Task Order Contract to first flight (to include aircraft modifications) for short suspense mission requests.

1.8. Scheduling and Orders.

1.8.1. For each test support mission under this contract, the Contractor shall initiate an owner/operator letter within 48 hours of receipt of the purchase order for the test and dedicate personnel and aircraft to complete the Flight Test Support objectives.

1.8.2. At the time a Flight Test Support requirement is identified, a Request for Proposal (RFP) will be provided to the Contractor stating the objectives of the test support mission. In turn, the Contractor shall submit a proposal to be negotiated by the Contracting Officer, prior to the issuance of a Task Order contract, based on the pre-negotiated rates incorporated into the basic contract.

1.8.3. Petroleum, Oil, and Lubricants (POL). The POL will be handled on a per mission test support basis and will be identified to the Contractor in the Request for Proposal for a Task Order.

1.8.3.1. When operating from a Government airfield the Government shall provide a fuel card for Contractor aircraft to obtain POL from the local Government facility. Note that AVGAS may not be available at Government facilities and if the aircraft uses AVGAS, the Contractor shall include the cost of fuel in their proposal. The contractor shall include the cost of fuel in the hourly lease rate quoted in the awarded task order contract.

1.8.3.2. When operating from a commercial airfield the Contractor shall be responsible for obtaining POL, including fuel.

1.8.4. Cancellation. The 96 CTG will have the right to cancel a mission up to three (3) calendar days prior to scheduled flight testing without incurring a daily aircraft charge. Mission cancellation notifications will be provided by the COR or Program Manager.

1.9 Performance and Deliverables.

1.9.1. Contractor shall comply with all Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) to install instrumentation and/or external devices and be ready to start testing in accordance with (IAW) the project schedule provided by the Government.

1.9.2. Contractor shall achieve on-time takeoffs {+/- 15 minutes of the scheduled time) to meet range time schedules as provided by the Government.

1.9.3. Contractor shall provide the types/numbers of aircraft required for each specific flight test.

1.9.4. Contractor shall provide FAA approval documentation to the Government NLT fourteen (14) days prior to mission start for aircraft modifications/external carriage devices in support of the RTD&E and OT&E test.

1.9.5. Contractor shall provide a separate CLIN for any necessary expenses incurred for face-to-face pre-mission meetings to conduct test planning, aircraft inspections (CAO/PAO), safety boards and meetings, and installation of test articles. Participants may include, but are not limited to, government test engineers (TEs), test article vendor representatives, and other participants as required.

1.9.6. Contractor Manpower Reporting Application (SAM.gov) - The contractor shall report ALL contractor labor hours (including subcontractor labor hours) required for performance of services provided under this contract via the secure data collection site (i.e. SAM). The contractor shall register in SAM.gov within 30 days of contract award. The contractor is required to completely fill in all required data fields using the following web address http://www.SAM.gov. Reporting inputs will be for the labor executed during the period of performance during each government fiscal year (FY), which runs 19 March through 18 March. While inputs may be reported any time during the FY, all data shall be reported no later than 18 March of each calendar year. Contractors may direct questions to the above SAM help desk.

1.9.6.1. The Contractor shall report the following information per FAR 52.204.14:

1.9.6.1.1. Contract number and, as applicable, order number.

1.9.6.1.2. The total dollar amount invoiced for services performed during the previous Government fiscal year under the contract.

1.9.6.1.3. The number of Contractor direct labor hours expended on the services performed during the previous Government fiscal year.

1.9.7. Status Report. The Contractor shall provide COR personnel with test support mission status report that details Flight Date, Flight Time, Flight Number, Duration, Pilot and Passenger Names. Status Reports shall be submitted within 5 working days after each completed Task Order. (CDRL A00l)

1.9.8. FAA Compliance. Modifications the Contractor makes to the aircraft or external carriage devices shall be in compliance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations. The Contractor shall be responsible for obtaining all required FAA approval for flight and shall operate in accordance with the applicable FARs. The FAA airworthiness certificate, weight and balance, and maintenance logs (or equivalent documentation as is appropriate for aircraft and Contractor standard operations) following any modifications required by a Task Order test support mission shall be maintained for review by COR or the CO at any time.

1.9.9. Additional Contractor Requirements and Facilities. The Contractor shall complete all required forms no later than fifteen (15) days prior to aircraft use test start date.

1.9.10. The Contractor shall maintain liability coverage for any damage or loss of the aircraft. Contractor shall obtain/maintain and keep current the following documents, mail/e-mail copies to the designated COR personnel fifteen (15) days prior to performance of the Task Order for the test support mission and have them available for verification at all times while aircraft are at Eglin AFB or designated location.

1.9.10.4. FAA Form 8110-3 Statement of Compliance with the Federal Aviation Regulations (as required)

1.9.10.5. FAA Form 337 Major Repair and Alteration (as required)

1.9.10.6. FAA airworthiness certificate, weight and balance, and maintenance logs (or equivalent documentation as is appropriate for aircraft and Contractor standard operations).

1.9.10.7. Current Commercial Pilot Certificate with appropriate rating for the aircraft flown.

1.9.11. Time Space Position Information (TSPI). For those missions where the Government does not have a TSPI package installed in the aircraft, the aircraft is normally equipped with a GPS, and the Contractor has an OPS data recording device, the Contractor shall provide TSPI in 1 Hz update (in MS Excel format) within 48 hours of the end of the mission. Data may be provided on CD or hard drive, as desired.

1.9.12. Civil Aircraft Operations (CAO) or Public Aircraft Operations (PAO). The Contractor shall complete the U.S. Armed Forces PAO Decision Tool (.PDF format) no later than fifteen (15) days prior to the Task Order (T.O.) aircraft use test start date. The Government will determine the classification of each test aircraft operation as PAO or CAO. If a PAO determination is made, the following steps will occur:

1.9.12.1. The Contractor shall provide the 96 CTG with a copy of the aircraft registration, airworthiness certificate, all FAA forms 8110-3/337s for modifications to the aircraft, aircraft certificate of insurance, and applicable FAA operating limitations/restrictions per aircraft as needed.

1.9.12.2. The 96 CTG will conduct an aircraft inspection from qualified aircraft maintenance personnel or an AFTC certificate trained personnel.

1.9.12.3. The Government will provide the Contractor with a PAO letter.

1.9.12.4. The Contractor shall provide the PAO letter to the proper FAA officials.

1.9.12.5. The Contractor shall use a separate CLIN to identify the FAA Designated Engineering Representative (DER) requirement, as established by the FAA, during the pre-award time period.

1.10 Mission Planning. The Contractor may use Falcon View® to complete mission planning activities as required. The Government will provide the Contractor the Falcon View® software.

1.11 General Aircraft Support Requirements.

1.11.1. Test support aircraft will be required for wide variety of electronic system RTD&E and OT&E programs. In addition to providing aircraft for support, modifications (i.e., equipment racks, antennae, or weapon racks) will be required to aircraft for installation of the systems under test. Systems to be installed include radios, GPS systems, sensors, and countermeasures (flares, jammers, etc.). The test support aircraft must provide electrical power for the systems under test instrumentation. The Contractor shall follow FAR guidance, and obtain the appropriate airworthiness certifications for test configurations on test support aircraft. This includes any required testing to support the certification, such as electromagnetic interference/compatibility (EMI/EMC) testing, etc. For flights above 12,000 feet Mean Sea Level (MSL) the aircraft must be pressurized and heated/cooled to commercial standards to permit a comfortable working environment within the aircraft without the need for supplemental oxygen. In addition, the test support aircraft must provide cool air to the test support internal instrumentation devices/racks.

1.11.2. The Contractor shall provide the following test support aircraft types described in Figures 1, 2, 3 and 4 below.

Figure 1. North American Sabreliner or equivalent

· Ceiling Flight Level (FL)450

· Operating Airspeed minimum of 450 knots True Air Speed (KTAS) normal cruise speed

· Clear line of sight around the lower hemisphere measured from the external device

· Payload capacity is 700 pounds minimum for external storage plus internal store.

· Flight time minimum threshold is 2.5 hours with an objective of 3 hours

· The test support aircraft must be capable of carrying full fuel, aircrew, and two Government provided crew members, racks, test equipment, and instrumentation. The ability to carry up to four crew members is desired.

· The aircraft must provide the cooling, electrical, and RF inputs to the Sabreliner or equivalent:

· 400 Hz/115 VAC, 20 Amps

· 60 Hz/115 VAC, 20 Amps

· 28 VDC, 500 Amps

· Access to a GPS and UHF antenna is required. The Government may provide GPS/UHF antennas for mounting by the Contractor.

Figure 2. Beechcraft 100 (referred to as King Air) or equivalent

· Ceiling FL250

· Operating Airspeed minimum of 230 KTAS normal cruise speed

· Clear line of sight around the lower hemisphere measured from the external device

· Payload capacity is 800 pounds minimum for external storage, plus internal store

· Flight time minimum threshold is 2.5 hours with an objective of 3 hours

· The test support aircraft must be capable of carrying full fuel, aircrew, and two Government provided crew members, racks, test equipment, and instrumentation. The ability to carry up to four crew members is desired.

· The aircraft must be able to provide both the cooling, electrical, and RF inputs to the Beechcraft King Air 100 or equivalent:

· 400 Hz/l15 VAC, 10 Amps

· 60 Hz/115 VAC, 10 Amps

· 28 VDC, 200 Amps

· Access to a GPS and UHF antenna is required. The Government may provide GPS/UHF antennas for mounting by the Contractor.

Figure 3. Beechcraft H-18 or equivalent

· Ceiling 18,000 feet FL180

· Operating Airspeed minimum of 200 KTAS normal cruise speed

· Clear line of sight around the lower hemisphere measured from the external device

· Payload capacity of 650 pounds minimum for external, plus internal store

· Flight time minimum threshold is 2.5 hours with an objective of 3 hours

· The aircraft must be capable of carrying full fuel, aircrew, and two Government provided crew members, racks, test equipment, and instrumentation. The ability to carry up to four crew members is desired.

· The aircraft must be able to provide both the cooling, electrical, and RF inputs to the Beechcraft H-18 or equivalent:

· 400 Hz/115 VAC, 8 Amps

· 60 Hz/115 VAC, 8 Amps

· 28 VDC, 200 Amps

· Access to a GPS and UHF antenna is required. The Government may provide GPS/UHF antennas for mounting by the Contractor.

Figure 4. • North American S-65 Sabreliner or equivalent· Ceiling FL450

· Operating Airspeed minimum of 450 KTAS normal cruise speed

· Clear line of sight around the lower hemisphere measured from the external device

· Payload capacity of 700 pounds minimum for external storage plus internal store.

· Flight time minimum threshold is 2.5 hours with an objective of 4 hours

· The aircraft must be capable of carrying full fuel, aircrew, and two Government provided crew members, racks, test equipment, and instrumentation. The ability to carry up to four crew members is desired.

· The aircraft must be able to provide both the cooling, electrical, and RF inputs to the Sabreliner or equivalent:

· 400 Hz/ 115 VAC, 20 Amps

· 60 Hz/115 VAC, 20 Amps

· 28 VDC, 500 Amps

· Access to a GPS and UHF antenna is required. The Government may provide GPS/UHF antennas for mounting by the Contractor.

1.11.3. In addition to the provision of aircraft types described in Figures 1 through 4 above, the Contractor shall provide the following test support aircraft capabilities:

1.11.3.1. Hardpoints. The Contractor provided test aircraft must have a centerline rack accommodating the systems under test, or other externally carried devices, or the Contractor shall have the ability to meet this requirement in a timely manner. The centerline rack will be a MAU-12 (16S600), Bomb Ejector Rack connecting to an Electronic Counter Measure (ECM) adapter such as an AERO-7 rack.

1.11.3.2. Test Support Aircraft must have capabilities listed in Figure 5 or the Contractor must have the ability to meet this requirement in a timely manner.

Figure 5. Test Support Aircraft Capabilities· Multiple external antenna locations and adapter plates to support voice, data and GPS antennas

· Power inverters (60 cycle, 115 volt, 2400 watts each)

· Single switch test power (400 cycles, 28 volts and 60 Hz, 115 volts) circuit

· External Power Plugs (60 cycle 115 volt) to provide ground power for ground checks of test equipment

· Modified belly hatch with quartz window (24" x 24") to accommodate optics, sensors, and turrets

· Nose cone to support functionality of various radars and sensors

· Wing tip and tail cone modified to house sensors

· Ability to carry external stores with wiring necessary to drop/launch up to 950 lbs

· Ability to configure test engineer seating to meet mission objective

· Intercom locations throughout aircraft cabin

· UHF/VHF communication capability

· Test engineer air-to-ground communications from aircraft cabin

· Crash certified equipment/instrumentation racks

· Cabin air conditioning for ground checks

· FAA certified to carry the following equipment:

· LAIRCM Test Pod or MALD-J Jammer

· Demonstration Vehicle, MALD-J AN/ADM-160C All-Up-Round, MALD-X Jammer

· Demonstration Vehicle, MALD-X AN or other device with appropriate electrical interfaces via cabling routed through the hard point hatch to on-board instrumentation.

1.11.4. Payloads. The payloads, specified in Figures 1 through 4 refer to an externally carried device, the adaptor to attach it to the MAU-12 (considered part of the aircraft), the wiring harness from the external device into the aircraft, and instrumentation within the aircraft. In addition to this payload, the aircraft must carry a full fuel load, aircrew, and two Government provided crew members (nominally a Government flight test engineer, and an instrumentation operator). The ability to carry up to four (4) crew members is an objective.

1.11.5. Instrument Flight Rules. The flight test support aircraft and pilots shall be IFR certified and current to allow IFR flight.

1.12. Historical Data. In the last twelve months the Contractor completed fifteen (15) flight tests which comprised a total of 95 days of leased aircraft with a total of 349.4 flight test hours. The flight test aircraft used were the Beechcraft 18, King Air, and Sabreliners (40/65). Two of the flight tests occurred at CONUS locations other than Eglin AFB.

1.13. Minimum Qualifications: 5

1.13.1. The Contractor must have at least two (2) pilots, two (2) mechanics and one (1) facility manager; all with SECRET security clearances. The Contractor must be willing to provide personal information for Entry Authorization Lists (EALs) for programs having enhanced security requirements.

1.13.2. The test aircraft and pilots shall be IFR certified.

1.14. Contractor Travel. The Contractor may be required to travel to support mission requirements at various locations within CONUS in support of this PWS. Travel arrangements shall be included in the Contractor's proposal on an individual Task Order. For proposal purposes, a not to exceed amount for travel will be established, and no case will the total travel reimbursement (ZERO Profit) for any Task Order exceed the travel dollars estimated. All travel shall be approved in advance by the Contracting Officer. Contractor will be authorized travel expenses consistent with and no higher than the substantive provisions of the Joint Travel Regulation (JTR) and the limitation of funds specified in this contract. All travel requires Government approval/authorization and notification of the CO or, if delegated, to the COR. The Contractor will only be paid for actuals; all invoices for travel reimbursement shall be accompanied by supporting receipts, no later than five (5) working days after completion of the Task Order contract.

2.0. SERVICE SUMMARY (SS)

2.1. General. The Contractor service requirements are summarized into performance objectives that relate directly to mission essential items. The performance threshold briefly describes the minimum acceptable levels of service required for each requirement. These thresholds are critical to mission success but do not represent all contract performance requirements. All contract performance requirements in this PWS will be monitored. IAW with Air Force Instruction (AFI) 63-138, the Government will conduct and submit Surveillance NLT the 5th workday of the following month, unless indicated elsewhere.

2.2. Performance Evaluation. Performance of a service shall be evaluated to determine whether or not it meets the performance requirements of this contract. Re-performance of unacceptable services at no additional cost is the preferred course of action when appropriate. In the case of issued Corrective Action Reports (CARs), the Contracting Officer shall take appropriate measures according to inspection of services clause in the contract, i.e., FAR 52.246-4, 52.246-5, or 52.212-4(a).

SS

Performance Objective

Method of Assessment

Remedy

Quality

Monthly Periodic Surveillance

COR investigates cause of issue and provide Corrective Action Report

Schedule

COR investigates cause of issue and provide Corrective Action Report

(# flights takeoff within +/-15min) / (Total # aircraft takeoff) =%

And COR query of the Test Engineer in charge of the test

1.9.4 1.9.8 95% of the time

(# requiring test installation items completed prior to scheduled test start date) / (Total #TO requiring test installation items) =%

Aircraft Inspection per Test

Management

Monthly Periodic Surveillance and Aircraft Inspection as required

COR investigates cause of issue and provide Corrective Action Report

Monthly Periodic Surveillance and Aircraft Inspection as required

COR investigates cause of issue and provide Corrective Action Report

COR queries the Test Engineer in charge of the test concerning receiving the TSPI data and if it was delivered within the 48-hr timeframe

Contractor Submittal of copies of required forms to the COR no later than 15 days COR prior to each test

Contractor Submittal of document to COR before each flight test.

COR investigates cause of issue and provide Corrective Action Report

Regulatory

Monthly Periodic Surveillance and Aircraft Inspections as required COR investigates cause of issue and provide Corrective Action Report

Other Areas

Annual Periodic Surveillance

2.3. Government Quality Assurance. The Government shall inspect and evaluate Contractor performance to ensure services are received in accordance with requirements set forth in the contract. This surveillance will be done according to standard inspection procedures or other contract provisions. Any action taken by the CO as a result of surveillance will be according to the terms of this contract.

2.3.1. The Government will periodically evaluate the Contractor’s performance in accordance with the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP). The Government may inspect each task as completed and increase the number of quality assurance inspections if deemed appropriate because of repeated failures discovered during surveillance inspections or because of repeated customer complaints. Likewise, the Government may decrease the number of quality assurance inspections if performance dictates.

2.3.2. When an observation indicates defective performance, the COR will require the Contract Manager or representative at the site to initial the observation. The initialing of the observation does not necessarily constitute concurrence with the observation, only acknowledgment that he or she has been made aware of the defective performance. When a performance threshold has not been met or Contractor performance has not been accomplished, the COR will initiate and provide the CO a CAR for issuance to the Contractor. The Contractor shall respond to the CAR IAW instructions provided and return it to the CO within 10 calendar days of receipt.

2.4. Performance Assessment.

2.4.1. Periodic Surveillance. This method requires the COR to employ a “spot check” style of evaluation based on the Contractor’s services. Periodic surveillance will be conducted on a scheduled basis (daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annual or annually) and may be adjusted, based on quality trends.

2.4.2. Customer Complaints. The COR will receive and investigate all complaints. The COR will be responsible for validating customer complaints. The CO will make final determination of the validity of customer complaint(s) in cases of disagreement with the COR and the Contractor. The Contractor shall correct validated customer complaints within 2 hours of notification. The CO will validate corrective action.

2.5. Progress Meetings. The CO, Program Manager (PM), Functional Services Manager, COR, other Government personnel as appropriate, and the Contractor shall meet as needed to discuss Contractor performance.

2.5.1. The following issues, at a minimum, shall be discussed:

2.5.1.1. Opportunities to improve the contract,

2.5.1.2. Any modifications required of the contract,

2.5.1.3. Unsatisfactory inspections,

2.5.1.4. Valid customer complaints against each performance objective observed, and

2.5.1.5. Steps taken by the Contractor to prevent occurrences in the future.

2.5.2. The Contractor shall provide a summation of unsatisfactory inspections and customer complaints and provide insight into any identified trends.

2.5.3. The COR generated minutes of these meetings will be signed by the CO, and other signatories as deemed appropriate, and distributed to the functional area and the Contractor. Should the Contractor not concur with the minutes, the Contractor shall provide a written notification within 5 working days to the CO identifying areas of non-concurrence for resolution.

2.6. Contracting Officer Representative (COR). The CORs are representatives of the CO and will participate in the administration of this contract. After award of the contract, a letter will be provided to the Contractor identifying the COR and identifying their duties and authorities. The COR is not authorized to change any of the terms and conditions of the contract/task order.

2.7. Quality Control. In compliance with the applicable contract clauses FAR 52.246-4 entitled, “Inspection of Services -Fixed-Price” or FAR 52.212-4(a) Commercial Terms and Conditions Inspection/Acceptance, develop and maintain an effective quality control program to ensure services are performed IAW this PWS, applicable laws and regulations and IAW best commercial practices.

2.7.1. Quality Control Plan (QCP). The Contractor shall be required to submit a QCP within thirty (30) calendar days of award. (CDRL A002) The Contractor’s QCP shall contain, at a minimum, the following descriptive items:

2.7.1.1. The inspection system to cover all services. Description shall include specifics as to the areas to be inspected on a scheduled and unscheduled basis, frequency of inspections, and the title and organizational placement of the inspector(s).

2.7.1.2. The methods to be used for identifying and preventing defects in the quality of services performed.

2.7.1.3. How the records will be kept. Records must document all inspections and corrective or preventive actions taken.

2.8. Contractor’s Performance. The Government assesses a Contractor’s performance on an on-going basis, both positive and negative, and provides a record on a given contract during a specified period of time.

2.8.1. Past Performance Information (PPI). PPI can be provided to other Government agencies, as requested.

2.8.2. Contractor Performance Assessment Report (CPARS). Formal assessment and reporting of Contractor performance is documented using the CPARS system. The Contractor will be provided a copy of their assessment 365 days from contract award. The Contractor shall have 60 days to review and submit comments for the evaluation activity’s consideration before the assessment is made final. Past Performance assessment reports will be protected by all parties and treated by Government personnel as “Controlled Unclassified Information” Source Selection Information in accordance with FAR 2.101 and 3.104”.

3.0. GOVERNMENT/CONTRACTOR FURNISHED PROPERTY AND SERVICES

3.1. Government Furnished Property and Services. The Government will provide unique test instrumentation as they determine applicable per specific Task Order.

3.2. Contractor Furnished Property and Services. The Contractor shall furnish everything required to perform this contract in accordance with all of its terms with the exception of Government determined unique test items required for specific test activities per Task Order. The following mentioned requirements may not include all of the Contractor furnished items and services required in the performance of this contract.

3.2.1. Contractor Furnished Facilities. The Contractor shall have SECRET facility clearance. In addition, the Contractor shall provide for open office and hangar storage for SECRET material as per DD Form 254. The Contractor shall provide a secure storage container large enough to house up to 5 laptops. The Contractor shall be in good standing with their local Defense Security Service office. The Contractor shall provide a facility in which instrumentation and external carriage devices may be installed. The Contractor shall provide office space (a desk and phone) for the deployed Government test team. The Contractor shall provide ramp space for ground checks of installed equipment including aircraft engine runs, as required. This facility must be located within the local area vicinity travel jurisdiction of Eglin AFB, FL.

3.2.2. Contractor Furnished Services. The Contractor shall install external carriage equipment/devices on the provided aircraft. The Contractor shall provide assistance with installation of Government furnished instrumentation to include: rack location, power connections, connection to GPS or other antenna(s), and wire feed through to the externally carried devices.

4.0. GENERAL INFORMATION

4.1. Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). All official Government records affected by this contract are subject to the provisions of the FOIA (5 U.S.C. 552/DoD 5400.7-R/AF Supplement). Any request received by the Contractor for access/release of information from these records to the public (including Government/Contractor employees acting as private citizens), whether oral or in writing, shall be immediately brought to the attention of the CO for forwarding to the Base FOIA Manager to ensure proper processing and compliance with the Act.

4.2. Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). The Contractor shall comply with DoD 5200.48, Chapter 3, DoD Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Program requirements. This regulation sets policy and procedures for the disclosure of records to the public and for marking, handling, transmitting, and safeguarding CUI material.

4.3. Notification of Debarment/Suspension Status. The Contractor shall provide immediate notice to the CO in the event of being suspended, debarred or declared ineligible by any other federal department or agency, or upon receipt of a notice of proposed debarment from another DoD Agency, during the performance of this contract.

4.4. Correspondence. The Government singularly identifies each project with a task order number at time of award. The task order number is a unique identifier to purposely and permanently represent an awarded project. The Government issued task order number is to be referenced on all official communication starting upon notice of award.

4.5. Post Award Conference. The Contractor agrees to attend any post award conference convened by the CO IAW FAR Part 42.5. This meeting shall be at no additional cost to the Government.

4.6. Privacy Act. Work on this contract may require that personnel have access to information protected by the Privacy Act. Contractor personnel shall adhere to the Privacy Act, Title 5 of the U.S. Code, Section 552a and applicable agency rules and regulations when handling such information.

4.7. Records. All records created and received by the Contractor in the performance of this contract shall be maintained and readily accessible IAW FAR 52.215-2. Records shall remain the property of the Government.

4.8. Insurance. The Contractor shall obtain the necessary insurance as required by FAR part 28.3. The minimum amounts of insurance will be maintained IAW FAR 28.307-2. Insurance shall be provided to the Contracting office within 10 days of award.

4.9. Subcontracting. The Contractor shall ensure that any subcontractor providing services on behalf of the Prime Contractor has been approved by the CO prior to any such performance. The subcontractor shall not have a negative performance history or be suspended or otherwise prohibited from doing business with the Government.

4.10. Data Rights. The Government has unlimited rights to all documents/material produced under this contract. All documents and materials, to include the source codes of any software, produced under this contract shall be Government owned and are the property of the Government with all rights and privileges of ownership/copyright belonging exclusively to the Government. These documents and materials may not be used or sold by the Contractor without written permission from the CO. All materials supplied to the Government shall be the sole property of the Government and may not be used for any other purpose. This right does not abrogate any other Government rights.

4.11. Fire Prevention. The Contractor shall take all necessary precautions to prevent fires in the units and Contractor-Furnished and Government-Furnished Facilities while performing any work under this contract. In the event a fire does occur, the Contractor shall immediately notify the Base Fire Department at 911. The Contractor shall then notify the requiring activity and the CO. The Contractor shall brief and document its employees monthly in fire safety issues and procedures in reporting fires.

4.12. Flightline Driving. Employees who are required to drive vehicles on the flight line, cross the runway and shall have a Certificate of Competency, AF Form 483, a valid civilian and military driver’s license, IAW AFMAN 24-306, page 25-1.

4.13. Hazardous Materials.

4.13.1. Prior to use, the Contractor shall provide the Base Hazardous Material Pharmacy, through the CO, a list of all hazardous materials the Contractor brings onto Government property and shall submit and AF Form 3952 along with a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for each Hazardous Chemical listed in OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200. The purpose of the inventory is to provide information for Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) reporting.

4.13.2. Any products that meet the criteria of “Hazardous Waste” must be bar coded and tracked until permanently removed from Government property. Criteria for identifying hazardous waste are contained in Subpart C of 40 CFR Part 261. NOTE: Products containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFC’s) or ozone depleting substances shall not be allowed or approved for use.

4.13.3. The Contractor shall ensure that all Contractor employees complete the local Air Force Hazardous Communication, HAZMART, and hazardous waste training. The Contractor shall appoint a primary and alternate HAZMART and Hazardous Waste monitor. Monitors are responsible for training all Contractor personnel regarding hazardous material containers maintained on base and complete MSDSs immediately upon receipt of new chemicals, products, or materials.

4.14. Inclement Weather. If the base closes due to inclement weather, the Contractor will be released, by the installation commander, with the general population of the base at no decrement to contract price. The Contractor will follow the local procedures for reporting in inclement weather as advertised on local television and radio stations.

4.15. Section 508 Compliance. The Contractor shall support the Government in its compliance with Section 508 throughout the development and implementation of the work to be performed. Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (29 U.S.C. 794d) requires that when federal agencies develop, procure, maintain, or use electronic information technology, federal employees with disabilities have access to and use of information and data that is comparable to the access and use by Federal employees who do not have disabilities, unless an undue burden would be imposed on the agency. Section 508 also requires that individuals with disabilities, who are members of the public seeking information or services from a Federal agency, have access to and use of information and data that is comparable to that provided to the public who are not individuals with disabilities, unless an undue burden would be imposed on the agency.

4.16. Security

4.16.1. General:

4.16.1.1. The Contractor shall comply with all base security regulations and with actions dictated by force protection condition changes/measures. For real-world situations/exercises, changes to force protection conditions could impact Contractor performance of work and can include denial of access to the installation to perform work.

4.16.1.2. The contractor and its employees shall comply with all base traffic regulations.

4.16.1.3. Contractor employees are prohibited from possessing weapons, firearms, or ammunition, on themselves or within Contractor-owned or privately owned vehicle while on Air Force installations.

4.16.1.4. The Contractor shall report suspicious activity (refer to AFI 10-245) to Security Forces at 850-862-6874 in a timely manner.

4.16.2. Required Training

4.16.2.1. Contractor will be offered Level I - Antiterrorism Awareness Training by the Government. This training provides Contractor employees with the requisite knowledge necessary to remain vigilant for possible terrorist threats. Coordination for training should be done by the requiring unit Antiterrorism Representative (ATR) after contract award. AT Level I training can be taken at https://jkodirect.jten.mil/Atlas2/faces/page/login/Login.seam for non-CAC holders. Tracking for each Contractor or subcontractor employee is the responsibility of the COR or unit ATR.

4.16.2.2. Contract employees requiring a Common Access Card (CAC) shall receive documented Information Assurance (IA) training, by the Government, prior to receiving access to the local area network (LAN). Authorized users will receive initial IA orientation and annual awareness training to ensure they know, understand, and apply the IA requirements of Air Force information and IAs. The minimum orientation and awareness requirements for users are outlined in DoD 8570.01-M. IA Program. The Contractor shall comply with the established Command, Control, Communication, and Computers (C4) Systems IA program to integrate security education, training, and awareness covering the Communications Security (COMSEC), Computer Security (COMPUSEC), and Emissions Security (EMSEC) disciplines.

4.16.3. Security Clearance Levels. Contractor personnel performing work under this contract must have a Secret Security Clearance at time of the proposal submission and must maintain the level of security required for the life of the contract. The security requirements are in accordance with the attached DD254. (The unit security monitor is responsible for initiating this form)

4.16.4. Additional Security Requirements:

4.16.4.1. Physical Security. The Contractor shall be responsible for safeguarding all Government Equipment, information and property provided for Contractor use.

4.16.4.2. Lock Combinations. The Contractor shall establish and implement methods of ensuring that all lock combinations are not revealed to unauthorized persons. The Contractor shall ensure that lock combinations are changed when personnel having access to the combinations no longer have a need to know such combinations. These procedures shall be included in the Contractor’s Quality Control Plan.

4.16.5. Computer Security (COMPUSEC).

4.16.5.1. Contractor Access To Air Force Installations. All Contractor employees will be subject to a criminal history background check IAW Air Force Manual (AFMAN) 31-113, Installation Perimeter Access Control, as stipulated in the Installation Commander’s memorandum to the 96 Security Forces Office dated 23 Apr 2015 (the AFMAN and memorandum are both limited access documents but more details on the requirements/process in terms of background checks can be provided by the CO upon request). Vehicle registration, proof of insurance, and a valid driver's license must be presented for vehicles. Installation Commanders may deny access and credentials based on information obtained during identity vetting that indicates the individual may present a threat to the good order, discipline, and morale of the installation. See AFFARS 5352.242-9000 for base access instructions.

4.16.5.2. Visitors/Contractors with driver’s licenses from ME, MN, MO, MT, and WA (exceptions are EDL-Enhanced driver’s licenses from MN & WA) will not be able to obtain base access without another form of identification as an identity proofing document. The list of authorized IDs can be found in the REAL ID Act of 2005. Please visit the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) website to get the latest information, https://www.dhs.gov/current-status-states-territories.

4.16.5.3. The Contractor shall be responsible for prompt return of credentials and vehicle passes for: 1) any employee who no longer requires access to the work site; 2) upon request by a CO; and 3) upon completion or termination of the contract. The prime Contractor shall ensure that all base identification passes issued to employees and subcontractor employees are returned to the issuing office. Failure to comply with these requirements may result in withholding of payment.

4.17. Safety. It is the Contractor's responsibility to ensure its employees and managers have a comprehensive understanding of and full compliance with OSHA requirements. Detailed information is available on the OSHA website at http://www.osha.gov. It is the Contractor's sole responsibility for compliance with OSHA, Public Law 91-596. The Contractor shall comply with all federal, state and local laws, and Air Force Instructions for the protection of their employees while working on an Air Force Installation or property. The protection of Contractor employees is exclusively the obligation of the Contractor. Contractor shall manage all work areas to ensure the safety of building occupants, base personnel, or visitors in or near the areas.

4.18. Mishap Investigation

4.18.1. Contractor Technical Support. In the event of any mishap resulting in the loss, damage or destruction of aircraft, a Government facility or Equipment, or injury/death of personnel, the Contractor agrees to provide assistance for any investigations to assess the cause.

4.18.2 Safety Investigation. Safety investigations shall be conducted in accordance with procedures outlined in AFI 91-204, Safety Investigations and Reports, for those mishaps described therein.

4.18.3. Accident Investigation. Accident Investigations shall be performed in accordance with AFI 51- 507, Aerospace Accident Investigations, and shall include any mishap that may reasonably be expected to give rise to: (a) claims against the Government in excess of $50,000.00; (b) litigation against the Government or any third party; or (c) involve a fatality or permanent disabling injury. The purpose of 'this type of investigation shall be to gather and preserve evidence for claims, litigation, disciplinary and administrative actions. The information obtained as a result of the investigation shall not be privileged and shall be released to third parties in accordance with paragraph 1J of the above referenced regulation.

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5.0. APPENDICES

APPENDIX 1: Terms, Abbreviations and Acronyms

TERMS

Contract Administrator (CA). The individual within the contracting office who performs the day-to-day administration of the contract. The contract administrator may also be the Contracting Officer.

Contracting Officer (CO). The duly appointed Government agent authorized to award or administer contracts. The Contracting Officer is the only person authorized to contractually obligate the Government.

Corrective Action Report (CAR). Used to document unacceptable performance by the Contractor.

Defect. Any non-conformance with requirements specified in the contract.

Defective Service. A service output that does not meet the standard of performance specified in the…