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Battlefield Airborne Communications Node (BACN) E-11A Platform Maintenance

Performance Work Statement

(PWS)

22 April 2025

Battlefield Airborne Communications Node (BACN) Program Management Office (PMO) Air Force Lifecycle Management Center (AFLCMC)/HNAB Hanscom Air Force Base, Massachusetts 01731

Controlled by: AFLCMC/HN Controlled by: AFLCMC/HNA CUI Category: OPSEC Dissemination Control: FEDCON

POC: AFLCMC/HNA CAG, 781-225-4085

CUI

CUI

5.0 Maintenance (CLINs 0001, 0002, 0003, 0004, 0008

and Respective Option CLINs) 18

6.0 Parts and Supply Operations (CLINs 0001, 0002, 0003, 0004, 0008, and Respective Option CLINs) 27

7.0 Cost-Reimbursable Items (CLINs 0004, 0008, and Respective Option CLINs) 28

8.0 Program Management (CLINs 0001, 0002, 0003, 0004, 0007, 0008,

1.0 Description of Service/General Information

1.1 Scope: The purpose of this Performance Work Statement (PWS) is two-fold;

1.1.1 To define the tasks to be accomplished for continued Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) for the Battlefield Airborne Communications Node (BACN) Bombardier BD-700-1A10 (designated E-11A) Commercial Derivative Aircraft (CDA) assigned to either the Continental United States (CONUS) Main Operating Base (MOB) or the Out of Continental United States (OCONUS) forward-deployed elements: Forward Operating Location (FOL) #1 or FOL #2.

1.1.2 To define the tasks required to establish and maintain CLS for a CONUS MOB for the BACN aircraft fleet at an existing United States Air Force Base (AFB).

1.2 The BACN fleet: Comprised of three (3) E-11A aircraft operating OCONUS at FOL #1 and one (1) E-11A aircraft operating CONUS at the MOB but this may change depending on the new aircraft delivery schedule. This capability will be further expanded with the addition of up to five (5) additional BACN E-11A aircraft (for a total of nine [9] aircraft) that will be delivered during the period of performance (PoP) of this contract.

1.3 Mission Statement: The mission of the BACN multi-role communications system is to provide military commanders, warfighters, emergency personnel and first responders with a versatile means of exchanging voice and data information between disparate air, ground, maritime and commercial sources, including host nation, joint, coalition and disaster response forces. This capability includes voice relay, bridging and an airborne server capability for data storage. Military commanders and disaster response forces can employ these BACN capabilities to augment theater and area communications and support deployed forces across the range of military and disaster relief operations. BACN reduces line-of-sight issues, communications system incompatibilities, SATCOM dependencies, and provides greater range and flexibility for communications links.

1.4 Limitation of Authority: Only the Procuring Contracting Officer (PCO) is authorized to make changes to the contract. No other person other than the PCO has authority to make any commitments or changes that affect price, quality, quantity, delivery, or other terms and conditions of the contract, or in any way direct the Contractor or its subcontractors to operate in conflict with the contract terms and conditions. If at any time during the performance of the contract the Contractor receives such direction from a person other than the PCO to make these changes, the Contractor shall immediately, and before taking any action on that change, notify the PCO for formal resolution.

1.5 Contract Days: For this contract, the Contractor shall use “days” as calendar days unless called out differently.

1.6 Background: The BACN payload was initially developed by Northrop Grumman Space & Mission Systems as a solution to support CONUS disaster relief efforts. It was later added as a military option to the AFLCMC Interim Gateways program and evolved as a Quick Reaction Capability (QRC) to meet an overseas combatant commander’s Joint Urgent Operational Need (JUON) for expanded communications. BACN facilitates the transport of data and voice across the battlespace or impacted area, enabling network and communications connectivity among weapon systems, sensors, warfighters, disaster relief forces, decision makers, platforms and command centers at all echelons of Command and Control (C2). BACN provides communication interoperability that allows forces to execute seamlessly, reliably and with greatly reduced risk. BACN’s endurance and operational flexibility provide commanders the capability to rapidly retask individual platforms to support a wide variety of mission profiles.

1.6.1 During an Air Force capability transition review, the BACN program was identified as fulfilling an enduring need and was directed to transition to a Program of Record (PoR) under Air Combat Command (ACC) as a Service Retained Capability (SRC). The PoR designation also required ACC to establish a MOB at an established USAF base in CONUS for the BACN E-11A fleet to support training and deployed operations.

1.6.2 This PWS covers the USAF Bombardier Global Express, Global XRS and Global 6000 aircraft. The term E-11A aircraft encompasses all versions of the Bombardier BD-700-1A10 aircraft. The BACN E-11A system is comprised of the E-11A platform, the BACN payload, and the ground Payload Control Elements (PCE). Support for the BACN payload and PCE ground stations is covered on a separate AFLCMC/HNA Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) CLS contract. The additional five (5) E-11A aircraft are also being purchased and outfitted with BACN payloads on a separate AFLCMC/HNA IDIQ contract and these aircraft will be added to the Platform Maintenance contract for support once delivered to the Government.

1.6.3 All BACN assets at the MOB and forward deployed locations, including personnel, will be assigned to a designated Geographically Separated Unit (GSU) under the 319th Reconnaissance Wing at Grand Forks AFB. The 319th GSU will execute required Base Support Agreements (BSA) or Memorandums of Understanding (MOU) with the MOB for required facilities, training and support.

1.6.4 CLS for the BACN assets includes all personnel and resources to support actions required for operating and maintaining the aircraft, aircraft subsystems, ancillary equipment, spares, consumables and expendables, airworthiness certifications and execution of, or support for, required platform modifications. This contract will consist of one (1) base year, including a 3-month transition-in period and a nine (9) month O&S period, four (4) 1-year options, an option for a three (3) month transition-out period, and one (1) option to extend services up to six (6) months IAW FAR 52.217-08

1.7 Operating Locations: BACN missions will be flown from both the MOB and FOLs throughout the PoP of the contract. It is anticipated that at the start of CLINs 0001 and 0003 of this E-11A platform maintenance contract, there will be three (3) aircraft operating OCONUS at FOL #1 and one (1) aircraft operating CONUS from the MOB. This may change depending on the ACC final decision on the standup date of the MOB and/or the delivery schedule of the two additional new aircraft that will be delivered to the MOB during the base year. Additional aircraft are also scheduled to be delivered in option year 1, option year 2 and option year 3 for a final total of nine (9) BACN aircraft as outlined in Table 1 below. Projected new aircraft delivery dates are provided for planning purposes. The aircraft at the MOB will be flown to support pilot training, exercises, aircraft reconstitution, and FOL #1 and FOL #2 deployments. For MOB planning purposes, plan for 1 exercise per quarter, with 1 aircraft each, 8-10 hours per day flight time, for a duration of 30 days.

Table 1. E-11A Additional Aircraft Delivery Schedule

Existing Aircraft

October

1.7.1 Main Operating Base: The Contractor shall establish and maintain CLS for a CONUS MOB at an established CONUS US AFB. The MOB is anticipated to be Robins AFB, GA but this location is pending completion of the National Environmental Policy Act process and agency decision. This location may change before performance start. The Contractor is responsible for providing services at the location the Government ultimately chooses. These services include a qualified workforce, ancillary equipment, consumables and expendables, and spares to meet MOB training flight operations and to support deployed element (FOL #1/#2) capabilities in accordance with the additional aircraft delivery schedule and daily flight schedule.

1.7.1.1 At the start of contract CLIN 0003, one (1) BACN E-11A aircraft is planned to be located at the MOB supporting pilot training, deployments and/or aircraft reconstitution. This may change depending on the delivery schedule of the new aircraft.

1.7.1.2 The Contractor shall support the operations and maintenance of each additional E-11A aircraft delivered to the Government at the MOB in accordance with the aircraft delivery schedule and deployment requirements. Anticipated flight hour requirements are TBD.

1.7.2 Forward Operating Location #1 (FOL #1): At the start of the contract and CLIN 0001, three (3) BACN E-11A aircraft are planned to be forward deployed at an established OCONUS US AFB, designated FOL #1, supporting theater flight operations. The Contractor shall ensure that a qualified workforce, ancillary equipment, consumables and expendables, and spares are deployed and available at the location to meet operational flight requirements IAW the Air Tasking Order (ATO). Anticipated flight hour requirements are TBD.

1.7.3 Forward Operating Location #2 (FOL #2): FOL #2 (CLIN 0002) will be sourced as required from aircraft, personnel, and support assets located at the MOB in accordance with the additional E-11A aircraft delivery schedule and operational requirements. FOL #2 will consist of at least three (3) E-11A aircraft and associated personnel and support equipment. The Contractor shall ensure that a qualified workforce, ancillary equipment, consumables and expendables, and spares are available to deploy to FOL #2 to meet operational flight requirements. The Contractor shall be prepared to conduct site surveys at designated sites as directed by the Government. Anticipated flight hour requirements are TBD.

1.8 BACN E-11A Bombardier BD-700-1A10/E-11A Aircraft: The current fleet of BACN E-11A aircraft are production Bombardier aircraft outfitted with the BACN payload. The aircraft have a crew of two (2) pilots, maximum range of 7,077 miles with a cruise speed of 564 MPH offering a thirteen-hour endurance at a maximum ceiling of 51,000 feet. The E-11A has an overall length of 99.4 feet with a 94-foot wingspan and is powered by two (2) Rolls-Royce BR710 series engines. The BACN payload is remotely controlled from a ground site and no payload personnel are required aboard the aircraft during flight operations.

1.8.1 Global Express (11-9001): BACN E-11A S/N 11-9001 is a modified prototype aircraft that is not on the Global Express Type Certificate (TC) and has never held a standard airworthiness certificate. It was operated by Bombardier on a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) experimental ticket and now flies on a USAF risk-based Military Flight Release (MFR), which requires periodic renewal. The E-11A S/N 11-9001, in addition to the BACN modifications, has extensive experimental modifications and non-production parts, which remain from its time as a Bombardier test aircraft. The complete drawings, documentation, and technical expertise for these experimental and pre-production parts are owned by Bombardier.

1.8.2 Global XRS (11-9355): BACN E-11A S/N 11-9355 is an FAA type-certified aircraft which has been modified and recertified by the USAF under Military Type Certificate E-11A-C0001-nr005. The approved military type design is based on the Global Express Type Certificate (TC) T00003NY, BACN Supplemental Type Certificates (STC) (ST00043MC-D, ST00044MC-D, ST00045MC-D, ST00046MC-D, ST00941LA, ST02167NY, ST00170MC), and a variety of military approved installations, many of which utilize provisions installed under FAA STCs.

NOTE: BACN E-11A S/N 11-9358 (BACN #3) is no longer in the USAF inventory.

1.8.3 Global 6000 (12-9506, 21-9045, all additional aircraft): E-11A S/Ns 12-9506, 21-9045, and the remaining E-11A aircraft being procured during the course of this contract are FAA type-certified aircraft which have been modified and recertified by the USAF under Military Type Certificate E-11A-C0001-nr005. The approved military type design is based on the Global Express Type Certificate (TC) T00003NY, BACN Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs): ST00043MC-D, ST00044MC-D, ST00045MC-D, ST00046MC-D, ST00941LA, ST02167NY, ST00187MC (and SA21-65 for Serial # 9045 and later), and a variety of military approved installations, many of which utilize provisions installed under FAA STCs. Table 2 details commercial and military designations for the BACN E-11A fleet.

Table 2. E-11A Fleet Commercial/Military Cross Reference

BD-700 #9001

Bombardier

BD-700-1A10

Global Express

BD-700 #9355

Bombardier

BD-700-1A10

Global XRS

BD-700 #9506

Bombardier

BD-700-1A10

Global 6000

BD-700 #9045

Bombardier

BD-700-1A10

Global 6000

BD-700 #9046

Bombardier

BD-700-1A10

Global 6000

BD-700 #9047

Bombardier

BD-700-1A10

Global 6000

1.9 Definitions: The following BACN terms used in the Performance Work Statement (PWS) are defined as follows:

1.9.1 A-Kit is the BACN components mounted on the platform vehicle, including antennas, radomes, cabling, provisions, and installation peripherals.

1.9.2 B-Kit is the removable BACN components installed on the platform vehicle, including mission equipment (processors, software, and communications/networking equipment), cabin equipment racks, interface panels, power management equipment, power-conditioning units, inter-bus wiring and connection provisions, cabling, and installation peripherals.

1.9.3 Payload Control Element (PCE) comprises components that communicate with and control the BACN payloads. Various PCE configurations exist that perform the following functions:

1.9.3.1 Initialize and launch BACN payloads,

1.9.3.2 Maintenance of BACN payloads while aircraft are on the ground,

1.9.3.3 Mission control of airborne BACN payloads,

1.9.3.4 Monitor the maintenance, health and status of airborne BACN payloads,

1.9.3.5 Provide a Common Data Link (CDL) ground relay to the airborne BACN payload.

1.9.4 BACN payload comprises the A-Kit and the B-Kit.

1.9.5 Mission Design Series (MDS) for the BD-700 aircraft is the E-11A.

1.9.6 E-11A comprises the BACN payload integrated into the BD-700 aircraft.

1.9.7 BACN E-11A system comprises the BACN E-11A and the PCE (PCE-Launch [L] and PCE-Mission [M]). Current PCE-L/M equipment will be consolidated in the Rapidly Deployable – Payload Control Element of which a total of seven (7) will be delivered to the MOB.

1.9.8 Ancillary equipment includes test equipment, Support Equipment (SE) including Peculiar Support Equipment (PSE), Ground Support Equipment (GSE), documentation, and peripherals necessary for Contractor operations and maintenance.

1.9.9 Consumables and expendables are items consumed or expended to support aircraft maintenance or items which lose their original identity by incorporation into another assembly.

1.9.10 Sortie is aircraft movement that begins with a takeoff and ends with a full-stop landing.

1.10 Objective: The Contractor will perform tasks and provide qualified personnel, facilities, and material necessary to successfully operate, maintain, upgrade, address obsolescence, and support the BACN E-11A platform, subsystems, and ancillary equipment to continue effective flight operations. This includes CONUS and OCONUS locations, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and supply requirements for the E-11A aircraft and associated support equipment. This new contract will consist of one (1) base year, including a 3-month transition-in period and a nine (9) month O&S period, four (4) 1-year options, one (1) six-month extension option, and a three (3) month transition-out period.

2.0 Applicable and Reference Documents

2.1 Applicable Documents: Applicable documents are compliance documents. To the extent required in this PWS, the Contractor shall ensure requirements in this PWS are accomplished in accordance with (IAW) the applicable documents listed in Table 3 below.

2.1.1 In the event there are conflicts between two or more applicable documents, the Contractor shall provide a written evaluation, along with specific backup data to the PCO within ten (10) workdays after knowledge of the conflict. Resolution of the conflict will be provided by the PCO.

Table 3. Applicable Documents

Part II: Jul 2018

Military Flight Release

2.2 Reference Documents: The documents listed in Table 4 below are for guidance only and the latest release should be utilized.

Table 4. Reference Documents

3.0 Transition-In Plan and Implementation (CLINs 0004, 0007)

3.1 Kick-Off Meeting: The Contractor shall conduct a kick-off meeting at their facility within fourteen (14) calendar days after contract award. The Contractor shall address the transition-in plan as part of the kick-off meeting. CDRL A003 Presentation Material (DI-ADMN-81373).

3.2 Site Surveys: The Contractor shall perform and complete a site survey at the MOB and at FOL #1 within four (4) weeks after contract award. CDRL A001 Technical Report – Study/Services Transition-In Plan (DI-MISC-80508B/T).

3.3 Transition-In Plan: The Contractor shall develop and implement a Government-approved transition-in plan to coordinate with the current maintenance provider at the MOB and FOL #1 to ensure a smooth transition between the inbound and outbound contractors. This plan shall be coordinated with the incumbent where joint actions or access to the incumbent’s processes, work area, and/or personnel are required or requested. CDRL A001 Technical Report – Study/Services Transition-In Plan (DI-MISC-80508B/T).

3.3.1 The Contractor shall ensure the transition-in plan incorporates, at a minimum, the transition-in requirements, a milestone schedule with a critical path schedule for risk mitigation of the transition period, and a timeline for inventory transition. The Contractor shall also include their plan to notify the Government as milestones are accomplished. A status report of the transition-in and the accomplishment of the Transition-In Plan shall be provided weekly during the transition-in period. This status shall include any required updates of the actual plan and milestone schedule with a telecon to address the progress and any risks.

3.3.2 The Contractor shall ensure the transition-in plan designates a single point of contact (POC) responsible for the overall management and performance of the contract. The Contractor designee shall be responsible for all contractual and operational requirements of the contract. The Contractor shall provide the name and contact information of the designee to the PCO within ten (10) working days of contract award by contracts letter. Any change to this POC shall be submitted within five (5) business days.

3.3.3 The Contractor shall ensure the transition-in plan includes names and contact information for key personnel at each location and provide to the PCO and the applicable Contracting Officer Representative (COR) for each location within fifteen (15) days after contract award and provide updates within three business days if changes are made. Contact information shall include provisions for twenty-four (24) hour contact.

3.3.4 The activities defined by the Contractor within the transition plan shall enable the ops tempo defined in Section 6.

3.3.5 There is a possibility that there may be incumbent contractor work in progress that may result in residual tasks at the start of CLINs 0001 and 0003. All attempts should be made between the incumbent and incoming contractor to coordinate responsibilities for completion of the work.

3.4 Transition-In Implementation: The transition-in period shall be no more than three (3) months. During the transition-in period, the Contractor shall execute their Transition-In Plan and take all actions required to ensure compliance with all PWS contractual requirements to establish CLS for operations and maintenance of the OCONUS/CONUS E-11A fleet on the first day of CLINs 0001 and 0003.

3.4.1 The Contractor shall plan and execute an orderly transition from the incumbent contractor. The Contractor is responsible for work requirements and any agreed upon work in progress at the start of CLINs 0001 and 0003.

3.4.2 The Government will ensure that designated Contractor personnel are permitted access to observe all operations and maintenance efforts, including but not limited to: workflow, priorities, forms, documents, quality and control procedures, scheduling, equipment handling/processing, parts storage, safety, and security. Familiarization visits shall not interfere with the activities of the incumbent contractor personnel or squadron operations. The incumbent contractor’s transition-out period, which requires actions similar to those defined in Section 12 of this PWS, will begin 3 months prior to the end of the current contract’s last option period.

3.4.3 The Contractor shall familiarize all Contractor personnel with equipment operation, workflow to include work in progress, reporting, priorities, forms, documents, scheduling, storage, safety, security, and quality control procedures. The Contractor shall make arrangements to access Government facilities through the COR. The Contractor shall not interfere with the operations or maintenance efforts of current Contractor personnel.

3.4.4 The Contractor shall ensure necessary communications and coordination between the contractor, Government, and personnel at all operational sites.

3.4.5 The Contractor shall submit applications to obtain Contractor identification badges, vehicle passes, security clearances IAW DD Form 254, passports and visas, Internet and e-mail connectivity after contract award. The completion of these applications shall not affect transition-in and shall be accomplished prior to start of the base period.

3.4.6 The Contractor shall ensure that DD Form 254 requirements are accomplished as part of the contract requirements.

3.4.7 The Contractor shall ensure all Contractor personnel complete the initial host base training and briefing requirements thirty (30) days prior to execution of CLINs 0001 and 0003. The Government will provide initial host base training at all locations to Contractor personnel during the transition-in period after which time the Contractor shall be responsible for all required training.

3.4.8 The Contractor, depending on the subscription’s constraints, shall either subscribe directly to, or coordinate with, the incumbent to transfer without interruption, subscriptions for data, avionics and Global Positioning System (GPS), flight planning, Continuous Aircraft Maintenance Program (CAMP), Rolls Royce Engine Mission Care Agreement (MCA), Bombardier Smart Parts and Bombardier Smart Pubs. The Contractor shall include the subscription establishment/transfer phase-in approach as part of the transition-in plan. The Contractor shall provide documentation and verification of all subscription services obtained that are required for the performance of this effort including commercial maintenance manuals. CDRL A001 Technical Report – Study/Services Transition-In Plan (DI-MISC-80508B/T).

3.4.9 The Contractor shall identify necessary inventory of consumables and expendables required at both the MOB, FOL #1, and FOL #2 as required to support the E-11A aircraft. Inventories will be stocked at each of the sites as appropriate. The inventory description should include item name, description, stock number if applicable, quantity, and any hazardous material. CDRL A023 Technical Reports - Study/Services Consumables and Expendables (DI-MISC-80508B/T).

3.4.10 The Contractor shall establish an aircraft fuel account (Identaplate).

3.4.11 The Contractor shall generate or obtain all documentation required for travel including, but not limited to Common Access Cards (CAC), Synchronized Pre-deployment Operational Tracking (SPOT) Letters of Authorization (LOAs), Aircraft and Personnel Automated Clearance System (APACS) requests, passports, visas, and medical clearances. The Contractor shall ensure that personnel obtain immunizations for the area of travel as prescribed by Department of State and Department of Defense (DoD) regulations.

3.4.12 During the execution of this contract, CAC identification may be issued to those contractor personnel that require access to DoD facilities and/or have a requirement to access the DoD/uniformed Services networks. Within 30 days after contract award, the Contractor shall provide the names of all personnel requiring a CAC who in turn will be contacted individually for PII to begin the application process. The Contractor personnel requiring CACs will be subject to a Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) fingerprint check and a National Agency Check with Written Inquiries (NACI) check. Refer to DoD Instruction 5200.46 for additional information regarding DoD investigative and adjudicative guidance for CAC issuance.

3.4.13 The Contractor shall provide the initial packaging and international shipping of Contractor equipment to FOL #1 and any follow-on FOL #2 requirements. The Contractor shall coordinate with the Government to determine the feasibility of using Military Airlift (MILAIR) at Contractor’s expense. For planning purposes, the Contractor shall use commercial shipping.

3.4.14 The Contractor shall deploy required qualified maintenance personnel who possess specialized technical expertise required to designated locations to support E-11A fleet operations and maintenance.

3.4.15 The Contractor shall respond to an accident or incident as defined in paragraph 5.9 CDRL A008 Accident/Incident Report (DI-SAFT-81563). If applicable, the Contractor shall use the in-process accident/incident report provided as GFI as the initial baseline. Both offices will be involved depending on location of incident. AFLCMC HNA manages BACN safety program and will provide closure on accident-related CDRLs.

3.4.16 The Contractor shall ensure that all material, aircraft parts, ancillary equipment, supplies, consumables and expendables, and any other items needed to maintain the aircraft are in place at the MOB and FOL #1 no later than fourteen (14) days prior to the beginning of CLINs 0001 and 0003.

3.4.17 The Contractor shall provide receipt of verification of historical files (to include warranties), engineering data, and drawings at all sites being transferred from the incumbent contractor.

3.4.18 The Contractor shall develop the E-11A Platform Ground Operating Procedures (GOP) IAW DCMA INST (DCMAI) 8210.1C, Chg 1. The objective is to finalize the GOP prior to the beginning of CLINs 0001 and 0003. CDRL A025 Technical Report – Study/Services Ground Operating Procedures (DI-MISC-80508B/T).

3.4.19 The Contractor shall hold a 14 CFR 145 repair station certificate as defined in paragraph 5.1.5. If the repair station certificate is not rated for BD-700s, the Contractor shall outline in the transition plan how the rating for BD-700s will be achieved prior to the beginning of CLINs 0001 and 0003. CDRL A001 Technical Report – Study/Services Transition-In Plan (DI-MISC-80508B/T).

3.4.20 The Contractor shall ensure that all personnel assigned to the MOB or FOLs, working directly on the aircraft, have a secret clearance (final or interim). In addition, key personnel (e.g., maintenance director, Program Manager (PM), logistics manager, site lead(s), etc.) shall possess a secret security clearance as these personnel may have access to mission sensitive information. Persons who are not permanently assigned, who do not have a secret clearance (final or interim), shall be escorted on the aircraft by a cleared person. The Contractor shall notify the applicants who require a security clearance that they will be subject to a Government security investigation.

3.4.21 The Contractor shall establish a secure communications capability at the Contractor facility/facilities.

4.0 Transition-In Joint Inventory (CLINs 0001, 0003, 0004, 0007)

4.1 The Contractor, jointly with a Government COR or PCO-approved representative, shall execute a 100% physical inventory of Government Furnished Property (GFP) at each location during the transition period, and report results to the PCO. Inventory shall include verification of all serialized assets, FAA/DoD/AF documentation, condition (if other than serviceable), and location of asset. The Contractor shall commence the transition joint inventory during the transition-in period (CLIN 0007). The Contractor shall complete the transition-in joint inventory OCONUS not later than (NLT) thirty (30) days after the start of CLIN 0001 and in CONUS for CLIN 0003 upon receipt of the GFP. The Contractor and Government representatives shall conduct a joint inventory of all GFP at FOL #1 and facilities where GFP is located. During the joint inventory, the Contractor and Government representatives shall jointly determine the working order and condition of all GFP. The inventory shall include verification of serviceability and availability of historical records and parts certifications, as applicable to all GFP listed in Attachment 4 of the contract. The Contractor shall notify the PCO in writing within ten (10) working days of completion of the joint inventory of all missing or unserviceable GFP and mission impacts.

NOTE: The incumbent may participate in the inventory at the Government’s request.

4.2 At the end of the joint inventory, the Contractor shall prepare a detailed inventory/equipment report notifying the Government of inventory and transfer completion and provide an updated Attachment 4 of the contract of all GFP and Contractor Acquired Property (CAP) by location. CDRL A030 Technical Report - Study Services GFP Inventory Report (DI-MISC-80508B/T).

4.3 The Contractor shall use the Government provided Attachment 4 format.

5.0 Maintenance (CLINs 0001, 0002, 0003, 0004, 0008 and Respective Option CLINs)

5.1 Platform:

5.1.1 The Contractor shall follow the requirements, limitations, and restrictions of the applicable MFR or MCA for each aircraft as listed in paragraph 1.8.

5.1.2 The Contractor shall submit a request to the Government for approval using the Engineering Disposition Request (EDR) process and EDR template IAW the E-11A EDR Policy prior to making any deviations.

5.1.3 The Contractor shall plan maintenance activities and maintain the aircraft, engines, accessories, systems, and specialized mission systems using a maintenance approach that maximizes aircraft availability for mission execution.

5.1.4 The Contractor shall follow the GOP, DCMAI 8210.1C, Chg 1 and DAFI 10-220 for CONUS and OCONUS operations as applicable. The Contractor shall record and provide all prescribed products (reports, audits, safety assessments, Corrective Action Plans [CAP], and Corrective Action Reports [CAR])) generated as part of the GOP procedures and guidance. CDRL A025 Technical Report – Study/Services Ground Operating Procedures (DI-MISC-80508B/T)

5.1.5 The Contractor shall hold a 14 CFR 145 repair station certificate including limited type ratings for the BD-700 airframe model as follows:

5.1.5.1 14 CFR 145.61(b) (1) airframes of a particular make and model

5.1.5.2 14 CFR 145.61(b) (2) engines of a particular make and model

5.1.5.3 14 CFR 145.61(b) (9) non-destructive inspection, testing and processing

5.1.6 The Contractor shall coordinate in advance with the Government and payload contractor for off-station maintenance. The Contractor shall comply with the E-11A Physical Security Protection Plan as outlined in Attachment 8. Payload removal/reinstallation is the responsibility of the payload maintenance contractor and is covered on the payload contract. The Contractor shall provide bed-down facilities for maintenance and all support activities not located at the MOB or FOLs. The Contractor shall perform maintenance that exceeds MOB or FOL capabilities at 14 CFR Part 145 FAA-certified repair stations and/or Bombardier-approved repair stations using FAA-certified commercial contractors. The Contractor shall coordinate the activities to ferry the aircraft to and from a suitable repair facility.

5.1.7 The Contractor shall support unscheduled visits to an off-station facility for emergent needs as directed by the PCO. All off-station maintenance is handled by AFLCMC HNA in coordination with AMIC. The Contractor shall arrange drop-in visits within two business days for emergency requirements; within three business days for urgent requirements and within ten business days for routine requirements, unless otherwise approved/directed by the PCO. Urgency will be determined by the PCO.

5.1.8 The Contractor shall perform a receiving inspection on all aircraft entering off-station maintenance whether scheduled or unscheduled. The Contractor shall assess aircraft condition and maintenance requirements upon arrival at off-station and develop a schedule for completion of work and delivery of the aircraft. At input, the Contractor shall complete a documented inventory of the aircraft jointly with the aircrew or other Government representative using the AF Form 2692.

5.1.9 The Contractor shall annotate the aircraft maintenance records with completed repair actions and when the aircraft was returned to service for any maintenance actions performed at all locations.

5.1.10 The Contractor shall establish and maintain sustainment agreements with the OEMs and vendors for current data and technical support to maintain the E-11A fleet.

5.1.11 The Contractor shall provide engineering expertise and interface with technical personnel, including manufacturer representatives, USAF PMO engineers, and others, as required to resolve repairs not covered by LAD manuals. Using the EDR process and EDR template IAW the E-11A EDR Policy, the Contractor shall obtain documented concurrence from the aircraft, engine, or equipment OEM for dispositions to correct or defer correction of discrepancies involving any configurations or installations, which are unique to the E-11A aircraft and are not explicitly covered by existing documentation. The Contractor shall make any documented concurrence a permanent part of the aircraft’s records and add them in the CAMP system.

5.1.12 The Contractor shall provide all required on-station technical repair support capabilities (such as aircraft structures, engines, GSE, fuel cell, wheel and tire, hydraulics, personal life support equipment, electronics/environmental functions and associated calibration equipment). The Contractor shall provide engineering expertise and technical support to resolve repairs, including FAA-approved Designated Engineering Representatives (DERs) holding authorizations for Structures (Chart A including special approval for repairs) and Systems and Equipment (Charts C1 with special approval for repairs and C2). The Contractor shall also provide DERs holding authorizations for Structures (Chart A with special approval for fatigue and Damage Tolerance Assessment [DTA]) to support repairs not covered by LAD manuals. The Contractor shall ensure the DERs are available to respond within twenty-four (24) hours.

5.1.13 The Contractor shall follow FAA Advisory Circular AC 43-4B, Chapter 5 for corrosion control and/or paint as well as TO 1-1-8 for Air Force markings. Exterior paint and appearance duties shall include, but not be limited to, paint touch up for fastener heads, paint erosion, fairing to skin flex area chipping, damage to paint during off-station maintenance, and environmental damages such as bird droppings. Any painting/patching done in conjunction with aircraft repairs shall be done in accordance with above TO requirements. The local COR is the final authority for appearance standards on all E-11A aircraft.

5.1.14 The Contractor shall maintain the aircraft in a manner that does not modify or impair any existing warranties on the aircraft or any part thereof (aircraft, aircraft engines, avionics, or other equipment or components on the aircraft).

5.1.15 The Contractor shall not alter, modify, or make additions or improvements to the aircraft or remove any existing part, item of equipment, or avionics, except as required for aircraft maintenance without consent of the Government.

5.1.16 The Contractor shall report to the Government, after it discovers any failure, malfunction, or defect of an article on the aircraft that would normally require reporting to the FAA for a civil operator (FAA service difficulty report, aviation maintenance alerts). Defects will be reported to either AMIC or AFLCMC HNA depending on the location (MOB/FOL vs off-station) of the aircraft. The Contractor shall immediately notify the Government and make recommendations to the Government on airworthiness and safety of the E-11As. The Contractor shall include this information in the platform Configuration Review Board (CRB). CDRL A004 Technical Report - Study/Services Serious Defect Discovery (DI-MISC-80508B/T).

5.1.17 The Contractor shall record and provide as requested the pre-flight and post-flight brief for each flight. The information contained in a flight brief is provided in paragraph 5.7.2.

5.1.18 The Contractor shall provide technical and engineering support to accomplish the review, evaluation, and development of solutions of engineering and technical problems pertaining to the operation, maintenance, logistical support, teardown analysis, and repair of the aircraft and components as required. For E-11A S/N 11-9001, the Contractor shall utilize OEM system engineering support and technical expertise.

5.1.19 The Contractor shall utilize DERs in maintaining the certification of the aircraft. The Contractor shall maintain any engineering data developed for the E-11A program in compliance with all FAA requirements. CDRL A006 Technical Report – Study/Services E-11A Airworthiness Information (DI-MISC-80508B/T).

5.2 Platform – Payload Maintenance and Interface:

5.2.1 The Contractor shall support payload maintenance and troubleshooting including removal and reinstallation of E-11A BACN payload cabling that directly interfaces to the aircraft, including installations which were installed by an approved STC, and BACN payload components that require aircraft structural modifications. The BACN payload is maintained by a payload maintenance contractor on a separate contract. The payload maintenance contractor will supply all payload components and will conduct the troubleshooting.

5.2.2 For flight readiness or after maintenance action, the payload maintenance contractor will provide the Contractor with a “Final Documentation of Payload Readiness for Flight” form as defined in the GOP. The Contractor shall sign off once the statement is received.

5.2.3 The payload maintenance contractor will perform all payload maintenance within the pressure vessel except as noted in paragraph 5.2.1 above. The payload maintenance contractor will provide the Contractor with evidence of completion of maintenance activities performed on the BACN payload in support of flight release by the Contractor. The evidence of completion will include copies of completed non-conforming reports or other suitable documentation which describes any unplanned repair activity that was completed during that maintenance period. The payload maintenance contractor will conduct payload operations IAW approved GOP and will follow DCMAI 8210.1C, Chg 1and DAFI 10-220 for CONUS and OCONUS operations.

5.3 Engine Overhaul/Major Maintenance:

5.3.1 The Contractor shall accomplish scheduled engine overhauls/ major maintenance IAW the OEM specification using a 14 CFR Part 145 repair facility. The Contractor shall ensure engines meet serviceability and functional test requirements applicable to OEM specifications.

5.3.2 The Contractor shall enroll and maintain the engines for the E-11A fleet, including the spare engines, using the Rolls Royce Engine MCA, to include the Fan Disk Module (FDM). The Contractor shall charge the costs for the Rolls Royce Engine MCA to CLIN 0008 and respective option CLINs.

5.3.3 The Contractor shall provide for all labor, services, equipment, tools, facilities, lubricants, parts and materials, packing, handling, shipping and transportation to accomplish replacement, overhaul, and repair of engines and accessories, including FDM replacement. This shall include periodic engine/APU preservation IAW manufacturer's maintenance manuals.

5.3.4 The Contractor shall provide the Rolls Royce teardown analysis report or a finding summary. CDRL A018 Technical Report - Study/Services Engine Analyses (DI-MISC-80508B).

5.3.5 The Contractor shall ensure each serviceable engine returning from an FAA repair station has appropriate FAA certificates, certificate of conformity, work order package, engine acceptance test certificate and service monitored and life limited parts log sheets and is properly serviced, packaged, and preserved. Return to Service (RTS) data package shall be provided for engine restorations and major repairs. (CDRL A032 Technical Report - Study/Services Engine Return to Service Data Package (DI-MISC-80508B/T).

5.4 Service Bulletins (SB) and Airworthiness Directives (AD):

5.4.1 The Contractor shall obtain all SBs and ADs issued by the OEM or the FAA, or equivalent, within five (5) calendar days of issuance. The Contractor shall notify the PMO and COR within twenty-four (24) hours of receipt of FAA, or equivalent, notices, ADs and SBs. The Contractor shall determine a recommended method to comply with each notice and inform the PMO within seven (7) calendar days of receipt.

5.4.2 As directed in the Platform CRB, the Contractor shall implement applicable SBs issued by Bombardier as well as by component OEMs during the CLIN PoP. If SBs are categorized as recommended, the Contractor shall provide all labor and hardware costs on CLINs 0001, 0002, and 0003, and, if exercised, respective option CLINs.