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Delivery: 03/31/2028

Bell 412EPX

To be provided in accordance with Sections

A and B.

Bell 407GXI

To be provided in accordance with Sections

A and B.

SECTION A – SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES

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THIS IS A SOLE SOURCE SOLICITATION AUTHORIZED BY RFO 6.103-1 – ONLY ONE

RESPONSIBLE SOURCE AND NO OTHER SUPPLIES OR SERVICES WILL SATISFY AGENCY

REQUIREMENTS. THE CONTRACTING OFFICER INTENDS TO NEGOTIATE DIRECTLY WITH

BELL TEXTRON, INC.

SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES

A1 Purpose of Solicitation and Contract

The purpose of this solicitation is for the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) to purchase three new helicopters, as specified in Sections A and B, with delivery to take place at the Bell Service Center in Piney Flats, TN, to conduct law enforcement, medevac, visitor security and search and rescue missions, high risk prisoner transport, Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) teams and Presidential and dignitary security in support of the United State Park Police (USPP).

A2 ITEM 001 REQUIREMENT

Aircraft Required: Two Medium Helicopter (Bell 412 EPX) (equipped per section B)

Minimum Helicopter Requirements:

Seating: Able to be rapidly configured from standard LEO/SAR/Medical Transport/Hoist operations with Medical seat and stretcher, to add 4 additional passenger seats not including pilot, copilot and medical seat in an aircraft, normally single-pilot operated.

Configuration: Right Hand (Right Seat) Pilot in Command

Landing Gear: Skid-Type

Powerplant Turbine Twin Engine FADEC (electronic engine control)

Certification: 14 CFR 29

Fuel System: Crash Resistant (49 USC 44737)

Flight Data: Cockpit imaging and flight data monitoring device

A2 ITEM 002 REQUIREMENT

Aircraft Required: One Light Turbine Helicopter (Bell 407GXi) (equipped per section B)

Minimum Helicopter Requirements:

Seating: Factory seating for 7, Including single pilot, with option for ability to configure with a litter kit for med evac transport.

Configuration: Right Hand (Right Seat) Pilot in Command

Landing Gear: Skid-Type

Powerplant: Turbine Single Engine FADEC (electronic engine control)

Certification: 14 CFR 27

Fuel System: Crash Resistant (49 USC 44737)

Flight Data: Cockpit imaging and flight data monitoring device

SECTION A – SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES

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A3 Schedule of Prices

CLIN Description Estimated Delivery

Date

Quantity Price TOTAL

0001 Bell 412 EPX 2 $ $ 0002 Bell 407GXi 1 $ $

GRAND TOTAL $

SECTION B – TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

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BELL 412 EPX

SECTION B – TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

B1 Scope of Contract

B1.1 This contract is for the purchase of two (2) Bell 412 EPX helicopters equipped as specified in Section B. The aircraft will be used by the U.S. Park Police for Law Enforcement, Search and Rescue with Hoist operations, and Medical Transportation operations. Both aircraft must have identical cockpit configurations for all radios, switching, and instrumentation.

B2 Certifications

B2.1 The aircraft must have a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Standard Airworthiness certificate. The aircraft must be equipped in accordance with 14 CFR Parts 91.205 for Visual Flight Rules (VFR), Instrument Flight Rules (IFR), and Night Vision Goggle (NVG) operations. Installation of any equipment required by this contract must be FAA approved. Aircraft built from spare and surplus parts in accordance with FAA Advisory Circular 31-13 (4-5-73) and certified in accordance with 14 CFR 21.183(d)(1) are not acceptable.

B2.2 The helicopter must be certificated in accordance with 14 Code of Federal Regulations CFR Part 29.

B2.2.1 Materials and workmanship. The aircraft, component part or parts, accessories, and minimum equipment must be standard and must include all improvements in design and construction as shown in the manufacturer’s current literature and Type Certification Data Sheet for the model offered.

B2.3 The aircraft must have engineering and logistical support for continued airworthiness provided by the current type certificate holder. Installation of any equipment required by this contract must be FAA-approved.

B3 Order of Precedence (Specifications)

B3.1 In the event of inconsistencies within the technical specification, the following order will be used in such resolution: (1) typed provisions of these specifications; (2) DOI Office of Aviation Services (OAS)supplements and/or exhibits incorporated by reference; (3) 14 CFR incorporated by reference; (4) aircraft manufacturer's specifications; (5) other documents incorporated by reference.

B4 Reserved

EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

B5 Condition of Equipment

The aircraft and all other required equipment must be new, operable, and free of damage. Aircraft systems and components must be free of leaks, except where specifically allowed by the manufacturer.

B5.1 The helicopter must have no history of major damage. Any minor repairs must be documented as having been performed with approved data.

B5.2 Temporary repairs to windows and windshields are unacceptable.

B5.3 Three color paint scheme. (Paint scheme exhibit to be provided at a later date)

B5.4 The helicopter must have current inspection items completed on airframe, engines, components, accessories and instructions for continued airworthiness (ICA’s) on installed or offered equipment.

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B5.5 The Government reserves the right to determine if the condition of the helicopter is acceptable.

B6 Equipment Requirements

In addition to the requirements of Section A and Section B2 through B5, the helicopter must be equipped with the following minimum equipment:

B6.1 Flight Instruments for low visibility flight conditions, including directional gyro, gyroscopic bank and pitch indicator, rate of turn indicator, and vertical speed indicator.

Note: In lieu of these listed instruments, a single, new generation electronic instrument providing combined data meeting at minimum the following TSO's: C3e, C4c and C113A.

B6.2 One Digital Hour Meter The meter must be wired in series with a switch on the collective control, and a switch activated by engine or transmission oil pressure or by equivalent means, to record flight time only.

B6.3 Free Air Temperature Gauge

B6.4 Fire Extinguisher

B6.5 Dual Controls

B6.6 Aircraft Floor Covers

B6.7 Aircraft Seating Configuration (Right Hand PIC)

B6.7.1 Energy Attenuating Seats, Pilot & Copilot

B6.8 One set of Individual Lap Belts for each installed seat.

B6.8.1 Double Strap Shoulder Harness with automatic or manual locking inertia reel for each front seat occupant.

Shoulder straps and lap belts must fasten with one single-point metal-to-metal, quick-release mechanism.

B6.8.2 Shoulder Harnesses (either single-strap or double-strap) for each aft cabin occupant. Shoulder harness straps and lap belts must fasten with a single-point, metal-to-metal, quick-release mechanism.

B6.9 High-skid-type Landing Gear

B6.9.1 Full Length Carbide Skid Shoes

B6.10 Personnel Access Steps

B6.10.1 Cabin Entrance Steps, LH and RH

B6.11 Cabin Door Configuration

B6.11.1 Aft Cabin LH and RH Sliding Doors

B6.11.2 Aft Cabin extra space “Space Doors”

B6.12 Baggage Compartment within the aircraft fuselage or tailboom

B6.13 Environmental/Ventilation system(s)

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B6.13.1 Cabin heater, Window defogger, and Demisting Circuit.

B6.13.2 Cabin Air Conditioning System with Dual Forward Evaporators

B6.14 Aircraft Lighting (VFR Day, Night, and NVG compatible)

B6.14.1 LED Fin Anti-Collision Light

B6.14.2 LED Position Lights

B6.14.3 LED Landing and Taxi Lights

B6.14.4 Pulse Light Installation for Landing and Taxi Lights

B6.14.5 Belly Mounted Anti-Collision Light LED

B6.14.6 Tail Rotor Safety Lighting

B6.15 External Rescue Hoist

B6.15.1 Dart Heli Rappel Fixtures (both left- and right-hand sides)

B6.15.2 Dart Skid Gear rappel protectors (both left- and right-hand sides)

B6.15.3 Hard-Mount Wall Fastener Points (human-cargo rated)

B6.15.4 Hard-Mount Ceiling Human External Cargo Fastener Points

B6.16 Trakkabeam TLX Searchlight

B6.17 FLIR (FLIR Systems 380-HDc)

B6.18 FRAHM Damper

B6.19 Health and Usage Monitoring System

B6.20 Crash Resistant Fuel System

B6.21 Cabin Tinted Windows

B6.22 Floor Tracks / Rapid Configuration Equipment Management System

B6.23 Airframe Fuel Filter

B6.24 Single Adjustable Crew Chief Seat

B6.25 BLR Fast Fin Kit

B6.26 Fresh Water / Engine Rinse Kit

B6.27 Wire strike protection system (mechanical).

B6.28 High Visibility Markings on main rotor blades as specified by the Acceptable Paint Schemes Exhibit 1.

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B6.29 Main Rotor Brake

B6.30 Main Rotor Blade Tie Down Kit

B6.31 Ground-Handling Wheels

B6.32 External Oil Filters

B6.33 N1 Gearbox Access Panel Kit

B6.34 Induction Baffle Access Panel Kit

B6.35 Driveshaft Tunnel Modification Kit

B6.36 C-Box Drain Reservoir Assembly

B6.37 Plenum Access Inlet Cover

B6.38 Mission Equipment Power Bus

B6.39 53 Amp-Hour Lead Acid Battery

B6.40 Two patient litter kit ability:1. FAA-approved stretcher system with multi-axis locking capability, quick-release and secure restraint mechanisms, loading system allowing safe patient ingress and egress, and weight rating sufficient for bariatric patient. Lifeport MA Aerosled.

B6.40.1 Secondary liter required to be portable, storable in tailboom and able to be installed and configured while aircraft is operating within the seat track and approved installation of certified tie-down loads.

B6.41Medical transportation fluid barrier floor covering, non-porous, anti-microbial qualities FAA approved

B6.42 Medical built in aviation-grade oxygen system including pressure gauges visible to medical crew and redundant oxygen outlet ports for simultaneous device use for two liter occupancy.

B6.43 Bell Search and Rescue kit with 4 axis AFCS, dual flight directors and enhanced hover hold.

B6.44 Multi-Function Operator Seat in Crew Chief position (Martin Baker MFOS)

B6.45 Crew displays / Monitors: Macro Blue or similar Copilot position and Crew Chief position

B6.46 Provisions for Churchill Mapping / Mission Computer, dual recording, with WiFi and downlink capability

B6.47 Folding Fabric Seats Attached to Aft Wall in Aft Cabin

B6.48 Radio Direction Finding Antennae (Rhotheta TR-600 System)

B6.49 Nose Mounted Weather Radar

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B7 Avionics Requirements

B7.1 General

B7.1.1 The Contractor must provide, install, and maintain the following systems in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications and the installation and maintenance standards of Section B7. Detailed avionics systems performance requirements are listed in Avionics Operational Test Standards (copies available upon request from OAS Avionics, or the most recent list may be found online at:

https://www.nifc.gov/resources/NIICD/niicd-documents.

B7.2 Avionics Installation and Maintenance Standards

B7.2.1 Strict adherence to the recommendations in the following FAA Advisory Circulars is required: AC 43.13-1B Chapter 11, "Aircraft Electrical Systems," and Chapter 12, "Aircraft Avionics Systems”; AC 43.13-2B Chapter 1, "Structural Data," Chapter 2, "Communication, Navigation, and Emergency Locator Transmitter System Installations," and Chapter 3, "Antenna Installation."

B7.2.2 All avionics systems requiring an antenna must be installed with a properly matched, aircraft-certified antenna, unless otherwise specified. Antennas must be polarized as required by the avionics system and must have a voltage standing wave ratio (VSWR) of 3.0 to 1 or better.

B7.3 Communications Systems

B7.3.1 One automatic-fixed Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT), certified under TSO-C126 (or newer) which must be installed in a conspicuous or marked location, and meet the same requirements as those detailed for airplanes in 14 CFR 91.207 (excluding section f). ELT antennas must be mounted externally to the aircraft unless installed in a location approved by the aircraft manufacturer.

B7.3.2 Two panel-mounted VHF-AM (VHF-1, VHF-2) aeronautical transceivers, each with a minimum of 760 channels covering 118.000 to 136.975 MHz. The transceivers must have channels selectable in no greater than 25 kHz increments and a minimum of 5 watts carrier output power. The transceivers’ operational controls must be mounted so they are readily visible and accessible to the pilot. VHF-1 must be an integral part of the combined COM/NAV/GPS unit as described in B7.4.1 below, and VHF-2 must be an integral part of the combined COM/NAV/GPS unit as described in B7.4.2 below.

B7.3.3 Three police band FM radio radio transceiver and controller systems. The systems’ operational controls must be located and arranged so that the pilot and observer/copilot when seated, have full and unrestricted movement of each control without interference from clothing, the cockpit structure, or the flight controls. The systems’ operational frequency range must include the following frequency bands:

a. VHF-low (29.7Mhz-50Mhz analog)

b. VHF-high (138MHz-174MHz)

c. UHF (406MHz-512MHz)

d. 700MHz (698MHz – 806MHz)

e. 800MHz (790MHz-862MHz)

B7.3.4 Four audio control systems must be provided for use by the pilot, observer/copilot and the two aft spotters.

Each system must provide separate controls for selection of receiver audio outputs and transmitter microphone/PTT audio inputs for all installed transceivers, the ICS, and PA systems. Each system must also provide separate audio level controls for adjustment of both the ICS and the receiver audio output levels.

B7.3.5 One Inter Communications System (ICS), providing communications for all cockpit and cabin positions in the aircraft.

https://www.nifc.gov/resources/NIICD/niicd-documents

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B7.3.6 Two Motorola radios, one accessible by copilot position and one accessible by Crew Chief Position

B7.3.7 One external public address/siren system (PA) capable of developing 75 watts RMS voice power with less than 10 percent distortion. The speaker must be mounted pointing to the side and 45 degrees down from the horizontal plane of the aircraft. The system must be connected through the aircraft audio control system in such a manner as to utilize the same microphones and PTT switches as those employed in radio transmit operation.

B7.3.8 Two (2) Provisions for auxiliary Motorola portable radio:

B7.3.8.1 Interface for installing and properly operating the auxiliary Motorola portable radios through the aircraft's audio control system(s).

B7.3.8.2 One weatherproof, external, broadband antenna for each radio listed above.

B7.3.8.3 Positive-polarity microphone excitation voltage provided to the AUX-Motorola system from the aircraft DC power system through a suitable resistor network. A blocking capacitor must be provided to prevent the portable radio microphone excitation voltage from entering the system. Sidetone for the AUX-Motorola must also be provided (NAT model AA34-300, Premier model PA-34, or equivalent).

B7.3.9 One aviation SiriusXM receiver for XM WX Satellite Weather (Garmin GDL-69 or equal).

B7.4 Navigational Systems

B7.4.1 One permanently installed, panel-mounted combined COM/NAV/GPS (global positioning system) (GPS-1) utilizing an approved, fixed external aircraft antenna and powered by the aircraft electrical system. In addition to a VHF-1 transceiver (as described in B7.3.2 above), the system must also include a NAV (with VOR/LOC/Glideslope) receiver, and color Multi-Function Display (MFD) with a minimum diagonal measurement of 6.9 inches. The GPS must utilize the WGS-84 datum and reference latitude and longitude coordinates in the degrees/minutes/decimal minutes (DM) mode for aircraft positioning. (Garmin GTN-750 or equal) Garmin 510 Card or equivalent for pushing flight plans and GPS updates from personal devices.

B7.4.2 One permanently installed, panel-mounted combined COM/NAV/GPS (global positioning system) (GPS-2) utilizing an approved, fixed external aircraft antenna and powered by the aircraft electrical system. In addition to a VHF-1 transceiver (as described in B7.3.2 above), the system must also include a NAV (with VOR/LOC/Glideslope) receiver, and color Multi-Function Display (MFD) with a minimum diagonal measurement of 4.9 inches. The GPS must utilize the WGS-84 datum and reference latitude and longitude coordinates in the degrees/minutes/decimal minutes (DM) mode for aircraft positioning. (Garmin GTN-650 or equal).

B7.4.3 One advanced connectivity and avionics integration system, capable of streaming traffic, weather, and GPS information from the combined COM/NV/GPS systems above to select mobile and portable devices (Garmin Flight Stream 510 or equal).

B7.5 Audio Systems

B7.5.1 Two separate audio control systems (which may be combined in a single unit) for the pilot and observer/co-pilot to select receiver audio outputs and transmitter microphone/push to talk (PTT) audio inputs for a minimum of six (8) installed radios, plus public address (PA) systems. Each system must also allow the pilot and observer/copilot to independently adjust both the intercommunications system (ICS) and the receiver audio output levels.

B7.5.1.1 Transmitter selection and operation. Separate transmitter selection controls must be provided for both the pilot’s and observer/copilot’s microphone/PTT inputs. The system must be configured so the pilot and observer/copilot may each simultaneously select and utilize a different transmitter (or PA system when installed)

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B7.5.1.2 Receiver selection and operation. Separate controls must be provided for both pilot and observer/copilot to select audio from one or any combination of available receivers. The ICS-equipped aft passenger positions must monitor the receiver(s) as selected by the observer/copilot. The receiver audio output must be free of excessive distortion, hum, noise, and crosstalk, and must be amplified sufficiently to facilitate ease of use in a noisy cockpit/cabin environment.

B7.5.1.3 The audio system(s) controls must be located and arranged so that both the pilot and observer/copilot, when seated, have full movement of their respective controls without interference from their clothing, the cockpit structure, or the flight controls. Labeling and marking of controls must be clear, understandable, legible, and permanent. Electronic label maker marking is acceptable.

B7.5.2 An ICS for the pilot, observer/copilot, and all aft cabin positions. ICS audio must mix with, but not mute, selected receiver audio. An ICS audio level control must be provided for each position above. Adjustment of the ICS audio level at any position must not affect the level at any other position. A "hot mic" capability, controlled via an activation switch or voice activation (VOX), must be provided for the pilot and copilot/observer positions.

ICS sidetone audio must be provided for the earphones corresponding with the microphone in use. The ICS audio output must be free of excessive distortion, hum, noise, and crosstalk and must be amplified sufficiently to facilitate ease of use in a noisy cockpit/cabin environment.

B7.5.3 Earphones, microphones, PTT’s, and jacks designed for operation with 600-ohm earphones and carbon-equivalent, noise-canceling boom type microphones (Gentex electret type model 5060-2, military dynamic type M-87/AIC with type CE-100 TR preamplifier, or equivalent) with U-174/U (single/male) type connector plug. The pilot position only may be configured for low impedance (dynamic) operation.

B7.5.3.1 A single U-92A/U type connector jack, which will accept a U-174/U type plug and provide the ICS and radio functions as specified above, must be furnished at each required station.

B7.5.3.2 Separate PTT switches for radio transmitter and ICS microphone operation must be provided at the pilot, observer/copilot, and any other positions required above to be furnished with both radio transmitter and ICS operation. The pilot's PTT switches must be mounted on the cyclic control. The observer/copilot's and any other required position’s PTT switches must be mounted on the cord to the earphone/microphone connector. The aft cabin positions must be furnished with cord-mounted ICS PTT switches.

B7.6 Other Avionics

B7.6.1 Two (2) air traffic control (ATC) transponder and altitude reporting system with integrated ADS-B IN & Out, meeting the requirements of 14 CFR Part 91.215 (a) and (b), and 14 CFR 91.225. (Garmin GTX-345R or equal, integrated to the G5000TXi and GTN-750).

B7.6.2 One minimum seven-inch, full color touchscreen flight display (Garmin G500 TXi or equal), equipped with FlightView Electronic Flight Instrument System (EFIS) and synthetic vision.

B7.6.3 One Electronic Standby Indicator system.

B7.6.4 One ADS-B enhanced Traffic Advisory System (TAS), capable of tracking up to 45 targets at distances of 22nm. (Garmin GTS-800 or equal).

B7.6.5 One Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) system, capable of recording cockpit images, systems audio, GPS data, pitch, roll, yaw, G forces, and rates of rotation. (Appareo Vision 1000 or equal).

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B7.6.6 Each aircraft must be equipped to meet the Radar Altimeter requirements of 14 CFR 135.160, where applicable. (Garmin GRA-5500 or equal).

B7.6.7 Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) charging capability- USB C/A. The aircraft must be furnished with two conveniently located, circuit breaker-protected ports in the cockpit for charging FAA-approved Electronic Flight Bags (EFB). The charging ports must consist powered standard USB-type connectors.

B7.6.8 Two additional USB C/A ports at the Crew Chief / Aft Center Pedestal Location meeting requirements of B7.6.7.

AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS

B8 Maintenance and Record Keeping Requirements

B8.1 Manuals/Records.

The Contractor must ensure that all maintenance performed on the aircraft before delivery to the Government is recorded in the affected aircraft maintenance record in accordance with 14 CFR (reference 14 CFR 43.9, 43.11, and 91.417).

B8.1.1 The airframe and engine logbooks must be complete and contain all maintenance records since date of manufacture, including the manufacturer’s approval for return to service. A complete airworthiness limitations schedule and inspections and component overhaul schedule. This schedule must indicate aircraft total time, aircraft total time at installation/compliance, life limit of component/inspection, and time remaining.

B8.1.2 Maintenance, operating, and parts manuals for the helicopter, engine, and equipment must be furnished to the Government at time of delivery. All flight manual supplements applicable to the aircraft as delivered and optional configurations must be provided. The information provided must include instructions for continued airworthiness for all equipment and alterations accomplished to comply with this agreement.

B8.1.3 All installations must be FAA approved and documented in accordance with 14 CFR.

B8.1.4 Installation drawings and any equipment warranty information must be supplied covering the installation of avionics and all other installed equipment.

B9 Airworthiness Directives (AD’s) and Service Bulletins

B9.1 All applicable manufacturers' service bulletins and Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directives must be complied with prior to delivery date. A list of FAA ADs and manufacturers' mandatory service bulletins on the make and model of aircraft offered will be made available. The list must record whether applicable or not and, if applicable, the date and airframe total time at compliance, method of compliance, next compliance due date if recurring, and authorized signature of maintenance personnel with their certificate number. The list will be similar to that shown in Advisory Circular AC 43-9C.

B10 Weight and Balance

B10.1 The aircraft must be delivered with a current weight and balance and equipment list with all installed equipment. Calculations showing equipment changes are not acceptable.

B10.2 The weight and balance must be determined by actual weighing of the aircraft. Scale readings must be recorded on the weight and balance record. Signature of the person verifying the accuracy of the weight and balance record is required.

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B10.3 The aircraft must be weighed on scales that have been certified as accurate within the past 12 calendar months.

Any accredited weights and measures laboratory may serve as the certifying agency. The weight and balance record must include the make, model, serial number, and calibration date of the scales used to weigh the aircraft.

B10.4 The equipment list must identify all equipment installed in the aircraft at the time of weighing. Each page of the equipment list must identify the specific aircraft by its serial and registration numbers and must be dated to indicate the date of weighing.

B10.4.1 Items that may be easily removed or installed for aircraft configuration changes (seats, doors, radios, cargo hook, baskets, special mission equipment, etc.) must be listed and include the name, weight, and arm of each item.

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BELL 407GXi

SECTION B – TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

B1 Scope of Contract

B1.1 This contract is for the purchase of one (1) Bell 407GXi helicopter equipped as specified in Section B. The aircraft will be used by the U.S. Park Police for Law Enforcement, Medical Evacuation, and Search and Rescue missions.

B2 Certifications

B2.1 The aircraft must have a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Standard Airworthiness certificate. The aircraft must be equipped in accordance with 14 CFR Parts 91.205 for Visual Flight Rules (VFR), Instrument Flight Rules (IFR), and Night Vision Goggle (NVG) operations. Installation of any equipment required by this contract must be FAA approved. Aircraft built from spare and surplus parts in accordance with FAA Advisory Circular 31-13 (4-5-73) and certified in accordance with 14 CFR 21.183(d)(1) are not acceptable.

B2.2 The helicopter must be certificated in accordance with 14 Code of Federal Regulations CFR Part 27.

B2.2.1 Materials and workmanship. The aircraft, component part or parts, accessories, and minimum equipment must be standard and must include all improvements in design and construction as shown in the manufacturer’s current literature and Type Certification Data Sheet for the model offered.

B2.3 The helicopter must have an FAA Standard Airworthiness certificate. The aircraft must have engineering and logistical support for continued airworthiness provided by the current type certificate holder. Installation of any equipment required by this contract must be FAA-approved.

B3 Order of Precedence (Specifications)

B3.1 In the event of inconsistencies within the technical specification, the following order will be used in such resolution: (1) typed provisions of these specifications; (2) DOI Office of Aviation Services (OAS)supplements and/or exhibits incorporated by reference; (3) 14 CFR incorporated by reference; (4) aircraft manufacturer's specifications; (5) other documents incorporated by reference.

B4 Reserved

EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

B5 Condition of Equipment

The aircraft and all other required equipment must be new, operable, and free of damage. Aircraft systems and components must be free of leaks, except where specifically allowed by the manufacturer.

B5.1 The helicopter must have no history of major damage. Any minor repairs must be documented as having been performed with approved data.

B5.2 Temporary repairs to windows and windshields are unacceptable.

B5.3 Three color paint scheme. (See paint scheme exhibit to be provided)

B5.4 The helicopter must have current inspection items completed on airframe, engines, components, accessories and instructions for continued airworthiness (ICA’s) on installed or offered equipment.

B5.5 The Government reserves the right to determine if the condition of the helicopter is acceptable.

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B6 Equipment Requirements

In addition to the requirements of Section A and Section B2 through B5, the helicopter must be equipped with the following minimum equipment:

B6.1 Flight Instruments and night vision goggle panel for low visibility flight conditions, including directional gyro, gyroscopic bank and pitch indicator, rate of turn indicator, and vertical speed indicator

Note: In lieu of these listed instruments, a single, new generation electronic instrument providing combined data meeting at minimum the following TSO's: C3e, C4c and C113A.

B6.2 One Digital Hour Meter installed in a location visible by the pilot and front seat observer while seated. The meter must be wired in series with a switch on the collective control, and a switch activated by engine or transmission oil pressure or by equivalent means, to record flight time only.

B6.3 Free Air Temperature Gauge

B6.4 Fire Extinguisher

B6.5 Dual Controls (complete with throttle) (removable)

B6.6 Aircraft Floor Covers

B6.7 Aircraft Seating Configuration (Right Hand PIC)

B6.7.1 Energy Attenuating Seats, Pilot & Copilot

B6.8 One set of Individual Lap Belts for each installed seat.

B6.8.1 Double Strap Shoulder Harness with automatic or manual locking inertia reel for each front seat occupant.

Shoulder straps and lap belts must fasten with one single-point metal-to-metal, quick-release mechanism.

B6.8.2 Shoulder Harnesses (either single-strap or double-strap) for each aft cabin occupant. Shoulder harness straps and lap belts must fasten with a single-point, metal-to-metal, quick-release mechanism.

B6.9 High-kid-type Landing Gear

B6.9.1 Full Length Carbide Skid Shoes

B6.10 Personnel Access Steps

B6.10.1 Full Length Flight Steps (LH & RH Side)

B6.10.2 Folding Rear Maintenance Steps (LH & RH Side)

B6.11 Cabin Door Configuration

B6.11.1 Left and Right hand sliding doors

B6.12 Baggage Compartment within the aircraft fuselage

B6.12.1 Aft Baggage Floor Protector

B6.12.2 Aft Baggage Extender

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B6.13 Environmental/Ventilation system(s)

B6.13.1 Cabin heater, Window defogger, and Demisting Circuit.

B6.14 Aircraft Lighting (VFR Day, Night, and NVG compatible)

B6.14.1 LED Fin Anti-Collision Light

B6.14.2 LED Position Lights

B6.14.3 LED Landing and Taxi Lights

B6.14.4 Pulse Light Installation for Landing and Taxi Lights

B6.14.5 Belly Mounted Anti-Collision Light LED

B6.15 Crash Resistant Fuel System

B6.16 Removable Litter Kit LifePort MedDeck system with AeroSled.

B6.17 Engine Inlet Barrier Filter

B6.18 Airframe Fuel Filter

B6.19 Lead Acid Battery

B6.20 Trakka TLX Search Light

B6.21 FLIR Talon MMS Camera System

B6.22 Wire strike protection system (mechanical).

B6.23 High Visibility Markings on main rotor blades as specified by the Acceptable Paint Schemes Exhibit 1.

B6.24 Main Rotor Brake

B6.25 Main Rotor Blade Tie Down Kit

B6.26 Ground-Handling Wheels

B6.27 Radio Direction Finding Antennae (Rhotheta TR-600 System)

B6.28 3 Axis auto pilot

B7 Avionics Requirements

B7.1 General

B7.1.1 The Contractor must provide, install, and maintain the following systems in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications and the installation and maintenance standards of Section B7. Detailed avionics systems performance requirements are listed in Avionics Operational Test Standards (copies available upon request from OAS Avionics, or the most recent list may be found online at:

https://www.nifc.gov/NIICD/docs/avionics/FSOAS_A24F.pdf.

https://www.nifc.gov/NIICD/docs/avionics/FSOAS_A24F.pdf

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B7.2 Avionics Installation and Maintenance Standards

B7.2.1 Strict adherence to the recommendations in the following FAA Advisory Circulars is required: AC 43.13-1B Chapter 11, "Aircraft Electrical Systems," and Chapter 12, "Aircraft Avionics Systems”; AC 43.13-2B Chapter 1, "Structural Data," Chapter 2, "Communication, Navigation, and Emergency Locator Transmitter System Installations," and Chapter 3, "Antenna Installation."

B7.2.2 All avionics systems requiring an antenna must be installed with a properly matched, aircraft-certified antenna, unless otherwise specified. Antennas must be polarized as required by the avionics system and must have a voltage standing wave ratio (VSWR) of 3.0 to 1 or better.

B7.2.3 Transmitters shall not open squelch on, or interfere with, other AM or FM transceivers in the aircraft which are monitoring different frequencies. So-called “Transmit Interlock” functions shall not be used with communication transceivers.

B7.3 Communications Systems

B7.3.1 One automatic-fixed Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT), certified under TSO-C126 (or newer) which must be installed in a conspicuous or marked location, and meet the same requirements as those detailed for airplanes in 14 CFR 91.207 (excluding section f). ELT antennas must be mounted externally to the aircraft unless installed in a location approved by the aircraft manufacturer.

B7.3.2 Two panel-mounted VHF-AM (VHF-1, VHF-2) aeronautical transceivers, each with a minimum of 760 channels covering 118.000 to 136.975 MHz. The transceivers must have channels selectable in no greater than 25 kHz increments and a minimum of 5 watts carrier output power. The transceivers’ operational controls must be mounted so they are readily visible and accessible to the pilot. VHF-1 must be an integral part of the combined COM/NAV/GPS unit as described in B7.4.1 below, and VHF-2 must be an integral part of the combined COM/NAV/GPS unit as described in B7.4.2 below.

B7.3.3 Three panel-mount Police Band FM multi-band radio transceiver and controller systems. The systems’ operational controls must be located and arranged so that the pilot and observer/copilot when seated, have full and unrestricted movement of each control without interference from clothing, the cockpit structure, or the flight controls.

The systems’ operational frequency range must include the following frequency bands:

b. VHF-low (29.7Mhz-50Mhz analog)

c. VHF-high (138MHz-174MHz)

d. UHF (406MHz-512MHz)

e. 700MHz (698MHz – 806MHz)

f. 800MHz (790MHz-862MHz)

B7.3.4 Three audio control systems must be provided for use by the pilot, observer/copilot and aft passenger cabin / medic position. Each system must provide separate controls for selection of receiver audio outputs and transmitter microphone/PTT audio inputs for all installed transceivers, the ICS, and PA systems. Each system must also provide separate audio level controls for adjustment of both the ICS and the receiver audio output levels.

B7.3.5 One Motorola radios, accessible in aft cabin Position

B7.3.6 One Inter Communications System (ICS), providing communications for all cockpit and cabin positions in the aircraft.

B7.3.7 One external public address/siren system (PA) capable of developing 75 watts RMS voice power with less than 10 percent distortion. The speaker must be mounted pointing to the side and 45 degrees down from the

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B7.3.8 Provisions for auxiliary Motorola portable radio in Aft Cabin:

B7.3.8.1 Interface for installing and properly operating an auxiliary Motorola portable radio through the aircraft's audio control system(s).

B7.3.8.2 One weatherproof, external, broadband antenna for above radio.

B7.3.8.3 Positive-polarity microphone excitation voltage provided to the AUX-FM system from the aircraft DC power system through a suitable resistor network. A blocking capacitor must be provided to prevent the portable radio microphone excitation voltage from entering the system. Sidetone for the AUX-FM must also be provided (NAT model AA34-300, Premier model PA-34, or equivalent).

B7.3.9 One aviation SiriusXM receiver for XM WX Satellite Weather (Garmin GDL-69 or equal).

B7.4 Navigational Systems

B7.4.1 One permanently installed, panel-mounted combined COM/NAV/GPS (global positioning system) (GPS-1) utilizing an approved, fixed external aircraft antenna and powered by the aircraft electrical system. In addition to a VHF-1 transceiver (as described in B7.3.2 above), the system must also include a NAV (with VOR/LOC/Glideslope) receiver, and color Multi-Function Display (MFD) with a minimum diagonal measurement of 6.9 inches. The GPS must utilize the WGS-84 datum and reference latitude and longitude coordinates in the degrees/minutes/decimal minutes (DM) mode for aircraft positioning. (Garmin GTN-750 or equal) Garmin 510 Card or equivalent for pushing flight plans and GPS updates from personal devices.

B7.4.2 One permanently installed, panel-mounted combined COM/NAV/GPS (global positioning system) (GPS-2) utilizing an approved, fixed external aircraft antenna and powered by the aircraft electrical system. In addition to a VHF-1 transceiver (as described in B7.3.2 above), the system must also include a NAV (with VOR/LOC/Glideslope) receiver, and color Multi-Function Display (MFD) with a minimum diagonal measurement of 4.9 inches. The GPS must utilize the WGS-84 datum and reference latitude and longitude coordinates in the degrees/minutes/decimal minutes (DM) mode for aircraft positioning. (Garmin GTN-650 or equal).

B7.4.3 One advanced connectivity and avionics integration system, capable of streaming traffic, weather, and GPS information from the combined COM/NV/GPS systems above to select mobile and portable devices (Garmin Flight Stream 510 or equal).

B7.5 Audio Systems

B7.5.1 Two separate audio control systems (which may be combined in a single unit) for the pilot and observer/co-pilot to select receiver audio outputs and transmitter microphone/push to talk (PTT) audio inputs for a minimum of six (6) installed radios, plus public address (PA) systems. Each system must also allow the pilot and observer/copilot to independently adjust both the intercommunications system (ICS) and the receiver audio output levels.

B7.5.1.1 Transmitter selection and operation. Separate transmitter selection controls must be provided for both the pilot’s and observer/copilot’s microphone/PTT inputs, and aft cabin positionThe system must be configured so the pilot and observer/copilot may each simultaneously select and utilize a different transmitter (or PA system when installed) via their respective microphone/PTT. Whenever a transmitter is selected, the companion receiver audio must automatically be selected for the corresponding earphone. Transmitter sidetone audio must be provided for the user as well as for cross-monitoring via the corresponding receiver selection switch on the other audio control system.

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B7.5.1.2 Receiver selection and operation. Separate controls must be provided for both pilot and observer/copilot, and aft cabin position to select audio from one or any combination of available receivers. The ICS-equipped aft passenger positions must monitor the receiver(s) as selected by the aft cabin controller.. The receiver audio output must be free of excessive distortion, hum, noise, and crosstalk, and must be amplified sufficiently to facilitate ease of use in a noisy cockpit/cabin environment.

B7.5.1.3 The audio system(s) controls must be located and arranged so that both the pilot and observer/copilot, when seated, have full movement of their respective controls without interference from their clothing, the cockpit structure, or the flight controls. Labeling and marking of controls must be clear, understandable, legible, and permanent. Electronic label maker marking is acceptable.

B7.5.2 An ICS for the pilot, observer/copilot, and all aft cabin positions. ICS audio must mix with, but not mute, selected receiver audio. An ICS audio level control must be provided for each position above. Adjustment of the ICS audio level at any position must not affect the level at any other position. A "hot mic" capability, controlled via an activation switch or voice activation (VOX), must be provided for the pilot and copilot/observer positions.

ICS sidetone audio must be provided for the earphones corresponding with the microphone in use. The ICS audio output must be free of excessive distortion, hum, noise, and crosstalk and must be amplified sufficiently to facilitate ease of use in a noisy cockpit/cabin environment.

B7.5.3 Earphones, microphones, PTT’s, and jacks designed for operation with 600-ohm earphones and carbon-equivalent, noise-canceling boom type microphones (Gentex electret type model 5060-2, military dynamic type M-87/AIC with type CE-100 TR preamplifier, or equivalent) with U-174/U (single/male) type connector plug. The pilot position only may be configured for low impedance (dynamic) operation.

B7.5.3.1 A single U-92A/U type connector jack, which will accept a U-174/U type plug and provide the ICS and radio functions as specified above, must be furnished at each required station.

B7.5.3.2 Separate PTT switches for radio transmitter and ICS microphone operation must be provided at the pilot, observer/copilot, and any other positions required above to be furnished with both radio transmitter and ICS operation. The pilot's PTT switches must be mounted on the cyclic control. The observer/copilot's and any other required position’s PTT switches must be mounted on the cord to the earphone/microphone connector. The aft cabin positions must be furnished with cord-mounted ICS PTT switches.

B7.6 Other Avionics

B7.6.1 One (1) air traffic control (ATC) transponder and altitude reporting system with integrated ADS-B IN & Out, meeting the requirements of 14 CFR Part 91.215 (a) and (b), and 14 CFR 91.225. (Garmin GTX-345R or equal, integrated to the G5000TXi and GTN-750).

B7.6.2 One minimum seven-inch, full color touchscreen flight display (Garmin G500 TXi or equal), equipped with FlightView Electronic Flight Instrument System (EFIS) and synthetic vision.

B7.6.3 One Electronic Standby Indicator system.

B7.6.4 One ADS-B enhanced Traffic Advisory System (TAS), capable of tracking up to 45 targets at distances of 22nm. (Garmin GTS-800 or equal).

B7.6.5 One Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) system, capable of recording cockpit images, systems audio, GPS data, pitch, roll, yaw, G forces, and rates of rotation. (Appareo Vision 1000 or equal).

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B7.6.6 Each aircraft must be equipped to meet the Radar Altimeter requirements of 14 CFR 135.160, where applicable. (Garmin GRA-5500 or equal).

B7.6.7 Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) charging capability- USB C/A. The aircraft must be furnished with two conveniently located, circuit breaker-protected ports in the cockpit for charging FAA-approved Electronic Flight Bags (EFB). The charging ports must consist powered standard USB-type connectors.

B7.6.8 Two additional USB C/A type charging ports in aft cabin meeting the requirements of B7.6.7.

AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS

B8 Maintenance and Record Keeping Requirements

B8.1 Manuals/Records.

The Contractor must ensure that all maintenance performed on the aircraft before delivery to the Government is recorded in the affected aircraft maintenance record in accordance with 14 CFR (reference 14 CFR 43.9, 43.11, and 91.417).

B8.1.1 The airframe and engine logbooks must be complete and contain all maintenance records since date of manufacture, including the manufacturer’s approval for return to service. A complete airworthiness limitations schedule and inspections and component overhaul schedule. This schedule must indicate aircraft total time, aircraft total time at installation/compliance, life limit of component/inspection, and time remaining.

B8.1.2 Maintenance, operating, and parts manuals for the helicopter, engine, and equipment must be furnished to the Government at time of delivery. All flight manual supplements applicable to the aircraft as delivered and optional configurations must be provided. The information provided must include instructions for continued airworthiness for all equipment and alterations accomplished to comply with this agreement.

B8.1.3 All installations must be FAA approved and documented in accordance with 14 CFR.

B8.1.4 Installation drawings and any equipment warranty information must be supplied covering the installation of avionics and all other installed equipment.

B9 Airworthiness Directives (AD’s) and Service Bulletins

B9.1 All applicable manufacturers' service bulletins and Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directives must be complied with prior to delivery date. A list of FAA ADs and manufacturers' mandatory service bulletins on the make and model of aircraft offered will be made available. The list must record whether applicable or not and, if applicable, the date and airframe total time at compliance, method of compliance, next compliance due date if recurring, and authorized signature of maintenance personnel with their certificate number. The list will be similar to that shown in Advisory Circular AC 43-9C.

B10 Weight and Balance

B10.1 The aircraft must be delivered with a current weight and balance and equipment list with all installed equipment. Calculations showing equipment changes are not acceptable.

B10.2 The weight and balance must be determined by actual weighing of the aircraft. Scale readings must be recorded on the weight and balance record. Signature of the person verifying the accuracy of the weight and balance record is required.

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B10.3 The aircraft must be weighed on scales that have been certified as accurate within the past 12 calendar months.

Any accredited weights and measures laboratory may serve as the certifying agency.