Combined_Synopsis_and_Solicitation_for_BLM_EU_Helo_T3_Fort_Wainwright.pdf

Combined Synopsis and Solicitation

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accordance with RFO Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Products and Commercial Services and RFO Part 15, Contracting by Negotiation. This requirement is being issued by the Department of the Interior (DOI), Interior Business Center (IBC), Acquisition Services Directorate (AQD).

Solicitation Number 140D0426R0114 is hereby issued as a Request for Proposal (RFP) for commercial aviation services for one fully contractor-operated and maintained exclusive use (EU) rotary wing aircraft, equipped as specified in Section B for natural resource and fire suppression missions in support of the U.S. Wildland Fire Service (USWFS). The EU contract will be assigned to Fort Wainwright, Alaska.

This acquisition is a 100% small business set-aside. Only proposals from small businesses will be considered.

Proposals from large businesses will be deemed unacceptable and removed from further consideration.

A list of items and quantities are provided in Section A.2, Schedule of Services and Prices. The aircraft requirements are provided in Section A.1, Item Requirement and Section B, Technical Specifications.

This solicitation incorporates FAR and RFO provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.

The Government intends to issue a Single Award, IDIQ with Economic Price Adjustment (EPA) for insurance and Time and Material (T&M) for additional or special pay items. Flights will be ordered, and funding will be provided on firm fixed unit price task orders.

Period of Performance- April 1, 2027 – March 31, 2032, plus the six-month extension of services, in accordance with FAR 52.217-8.

North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code: 481211, Nonscheduled Chartered Passenger Air Transportation

Size Standard: 1500 Employees

Product Service Code (PSC): V221, Transportation/Travel/Relocation- Travel/Lodging/Recruitment – Passenger Air Charter

Proposals are due no later than 2:00 pm Central Time (CT), November 17, 2026. Proposals shall be emailed to Lynn Herrman, Contracting Officer, at lynn_herrman@ibc.doi.gov.

Questions. Questions related to this RFP must be submitted via email to lynn_herrman@ibc.doi.gov, no later than October 30, 2026, 2:00 pm CT. All questions must be received in writing – No oral questions will be accepted. All e-mail inquiries must have “Questions – RFP 140D0426R0114” in the subject line.

**Funds are not presently available for this effort. The Governments’ issuance of this RFP is subject to the availability of funds and the Government reserves the right not to make an award.** http://www.acquisition.gov/ mailto:lynn_herrman@ibc.doi.gov mailto:lynn_herrman@ibc.doi.gov

USWFS Exclusive Use Type 3 Helicopter 2 Solicitation #140D0426R0114 Fort Wainwright, Alaska

Contents

SECTION A – REQUIREMENTS AND PRICES

Schedule of Supplies/Services A1. Item Description A2. Schedules of Supplies or Services

SECTION B – TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

B1 Scope of Contract B2 Certifications B3 Order of Precedence (Specifications) B4 Contracts

EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

B5 Condition of Equipment B6 Aircraft Equipment Requirements B7 Avionics Requirements B8 Fuel Servicing Vehicle Equipment Requirements

PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS

B9 Pilot Requirements B10 Pilot Qualifications B11 Personnel Duty Limitations B12 Flight Crewmembers’ Duty and Flight Limitations B13 Mechanic Requirement B14 Mechanic Qualifications B15 Mechanic Duty Limitations B16 Fuel Servicing Vehicle Driver Requirement and Qualifications B17 Fuel Servicing Vehicle Driver Duty Limitations B18 Relief Crew Requirement

OPERATIONS

B19 Pilot Authority and Responsibility B20 Flight Operations B21 Security of Aircraft and Equipment B22 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Flight Operations B23 PPE for Ground Operations B24 Transportation of Hazardous Materials B25 Fuel and Servicing Requirements

AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS

B26 General - Maintenance B27 Airworthiness Directives (ADs) and Manufacturer’s Mandatory Service Bulletins (MMSBs) B28 Manuals/Records B29 Maintenance B30 Maintenance Test Flight B31 Time Between Overhaul (TBO) and Life-Limited Parts B32 Weight and Balance B33 Helicopter Turbine Engine Power Check

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SECTION C – CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Contract Clauses

FAR 52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE. (FEB 1998)

ADDENDA TO CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS

FAR 52.212-4(a) Inspection/Acceptance Equipment Personnel Substitute Personnel, Aircraft, or Equipment

FAR 52.216-18 Ordering (Aug 2020) FAR 52.216-19 Order Limitations (Oct 1995) FAR 52.216-22 INDEFINITE QUANTITY (DEVIATION) (May 2026) FAR 52.217-8 OPTION TO EXTEND SERVICES (Nov 1999)

FAR 52.219-14 LIMITATIONS ON SUBCONTRACTING DEVIATION (MAY 2026)

FAR 52.222-42 – STATEMENT OF EQUIVALENT RATES FOR FEDERAL HIRES (May 2014) DIAR 1452.201-70 Authorities and Delegations (SEP 2011)

General Contract Terms and Conditions C1 Aircraft Use Report C2 Electronic Invoicing and Payment Requirements - Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) (February 2021) C3 Contractor Personnel Security Requirements C4 Reserved C5 Aircraft Insurance C6 Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (DEC 2015) C7 Prework Meeting

ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS

C8 Personnel Conduct C9 Safety C10 Mishaps C11 Contractor Responsibilities - Conduct of Business on a Military Installation C12 Government Identification Cards – Contractor Employees

Contract Period and Renewal C13 Contract Period C14 Exclusive Use Period C15 Optional Extension of Exclusive Use Period C16 Availability Requirements C17 Schedule of Operations and Reaction Time C18 Maintenance During Availability Period C19 Unavailability and Damages

MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

C20 Daily Availability C21 Flight Time C22 Mobilization/Demobilization (Applies to the beginning and the end of each Exclusive Use period) C23 Additional Pay Items (from Schedule of Items) C24 Government Miscellaneous Charges

Section C EXHIBITS Exhibit 1 Standard Interagency Load Calculations Method and Form

USWFS Exclusive Use Type 3 Helicopter 4 Solicitation #140D0426R0114

Exhibit 2 Helicopter Fuel Consumption and Weight Reduction Chart Exhibit 3 Unacceptable Aircraft Lap Belt and Shoulder Harness Conditions Exhibit 4 Acceptable Paint Schemes Exhibit 5 First Aid and Survival Kits Exhibit 6 Drawing FS/OAS A-15 Exhibit 7 Drawing FS/OAS A-16 Exhibit 8 Drawing FS/OAS A-17 Exhibit 9 Helicopter Synthetic Longline Requirements Exhibit 10 Helicopter Like Makes and Model Group Plus Series For Exclusive Use Contracts Exhibit 11 Safety Management System (SMS), Flight Time, ACCIDENT HISTORY, AND FAA Violation Questionnaire (Pre-Award Ver. 6.3 – 2026) Exhibit 12 Unavailability Conversion Chart Exhibit 13 Civil Aircraft Certificate of Insurance, DD FORM 2400 Exhibit 14 Civil Aircraft Landing Permit, DD FORM 2401 Exhibit 15 Civil Aircraft Hold Harmless Agreement, DD FOrm 2402 https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/forms/dd/dd2402.pdfExhibit 16 Transportation Worksheet Exhibit 17 Water Bucket Use Procedures Exhibit 18 Contiguous United States Supplement Exhibit 19 Applicable Wage Determination

SECTION D – INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS

D1 General Information D2 North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) and Small Business Size Standard

RFO 52.212-1 INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS--COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (DEVIATION) (mARCH 2026) tailored

D3 Offers D4 Offer Contents

Volume I Offer Volume II Technical Capability Volume III Organizational Safety Volume IV Past Performance

D5 Period for Acceptance of Offers D6 Late Submissions, Modifications, Revisions, and Withdrawals of Offers D7 Special Notice to Offerors

EVALUATION OF PROPOSALS

D8 Evaluation—Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Nov 2021) (Deviation March 2026) Tailored D9 Offer Acceptability D10 Evaluation Factors D11 Tradeoff Analysis and Contractor Selection D12 Notice of Award D13 Inquiries Regarding the Solicitation

SECTION E – OFFEROR’S REPRESENTATIONS, CERTIFICATIONS, AND OTHER STATEMENTS

52.252-5 Authorized Deviations in Provisions (NOV 2020) 52.209-7 Information Regarding Responsibility Matters (Deviation) (May 2026) 52.216-1 Type of Contract. (Deviation) (May 2026) DIAR 1452.233-2 Service of Protest Department of the Interior (Deviation) (JUL 1996)

EXHIBITS

USWFS Exclusive Use Type 3 Helicopter 5 Solicitation #140D0426R0114

Exhibit E-1 Offeror’s Miscellaneous Information Exhibit E-2 Pilot Questionnaire Exhibit E-3 Past Performance Questionnaire Exhibit E-4 Helicopter Questionnaire

USWFS Exclusive Use Type 3 Helicopter 6 Solicitation #140D0426R0114

CONTRACT ACRONYMS

AC Advisory Circular AD Airworthiness Directive AIRS Aviation Invoice Reporting Support Application AMS Aviation Management System AOM Aviation Operations and Management A&P Airframe and Power-lant APCO Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials AQD Acquisition Services Directorate ASM Aviation Safety Manager ASO Aviation Safety Office ASTM American Society for Testing and Material ATC Air Traffic Control AUR Aircraft Use Report CASTPE Chief, Aviation Safety, Training and Program Evaluations CFR Code of Federal Regulations CO Contracting Officer COR Contracting Officer’s Representative CTCSS Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System DM Degrees/Minutes/Decimal Minutes DOI Department of Interior DOT Department of Transportation ELT emergency locator transmitter EPA Environmental Protection Agency ERG Emergency Response Guidebook EU Exclusive Use FAA Federal Aviation Administration FAR Federal Acquisition Regulations FTR Federal Travel Regulations GVW Gross Vehicle Weight GPM Gallons per Minute GPS Global Positioning System HIGE Hover-in-Ground Effect HOGE Hover-out-of-Ground Effect HOGEJ Hover-out-of-Ground Effect, Jettisonable

IAT Interagency Aviation Training IBC Interior Business Center ICAO International Civil Aviation Organization ICS Intercom System IFR Instrument Flight Rules IIC Investigator in Charge IP Institute of Petroleum IPP Invoice Processing Platform ISA International Standard Atmosphere MMSB Manufacturer’s Mandatory Service Bulletins NFPA National Fire Protection Association NTSB National Transportation Safety Board NWCG National Wildfire Coordinating Group

PA Public Address System PA Pressure Altitude PFD Personal Flotation Device PIC Pilot-in-Command PPE Personal Protective Equipment PSD Plastic Sphere Dispenser PSI Pounds per Square Inch PTT Push to Talk RPM Revolutions per Minute SFI Safety Foundation Incorporated STEP Single-skid, Toe-In and Hover Exit/Entry Procedures TBO Time Between Overhaul TERO Tribal Employment Rights Ordinances TSO Technical Service Order UL Underwriter’s Laboratory USDA United States Department of Agriculture USFS United States Forest Service USWFS United States Wildland Fire Service VFR Visual Flight Rules VNE Velocity Never Exceed VOX Voice Activation VSWR Voltage Standing Wave Ratio

SECTION A – REQUIREMENTS AND PRICES

USWFS Exclusive Use Type 3 Helicopter 7 Solicitation #140D0426R0114 Fort Wainwright, Alaska

SECTION A – REQUIREMENTS AND PRICES

Schedule of Supplies/Services

The Department of the Interior (DOI), United States Wildland Fire Service (USWFS) Alaska Fire Service (AFS), requires a contractor operated and maintained aircraft for Exclusive Use (EU) flight services in support of natural resource and fire suppression missions.

The EU period will be 120 calendar days each contract year.

USWFS AFS requires one (1) type III (light) rotary-wing aircraft equipped for flight services to transport personnel and/or cargo in support of Government natural resource missions. Contractor services include provisions for a helicopter, personnel, fuel servicing vehicle and fuel (lower 48 States only), and all other associated equipment, as prescribed in this solicitation. Missions will include but are not limited to retrieval of smokejumpers, transport of passengers and cargo, initial attack, and suppression of wildland fires. Field locations may include tent camping facilities and preparation of meals in a field camp setting. The Government will direct aircraft to support its missions and objectives. The Government plans to provide fuel while the aircraft is in Alaska; however, if DOI requires the reposition of the aircraft to the lower 48 contiguous states during the EU period, the Contractor must provide fuel, a fuel servicing vehicle, and a fuel truck driver while working in the lower 48 United States. The designated base of operations is on Fort Wainwright (Fairbanks), Alaska, as directed by the Government; however, the aircraft will be subject to dispatch anywhere in the State of Alaska and in the lower 48 United States. The Government will assign the aircraft to support its missions and objectives 24 hours per day, 7 days per week during the pre-determined EU period, as well as during any extension needed.

Environmental conditions during the exclusive use period will vary with paved and/or gravel surfaces in remote locations.

Temperatures may be below freezing in the spring and in the high 90’s during summer. Flights are often in remote mountainous terrain where frequent thunderstorms are common. Turbulence associated with large wildland fires and thunderstorms is often encountered during fire missions.

With 24 hours of sunlight, temperatures and lightning storms, aircraft may require double-crewing and increased maintenance. The Government may request additional pilots and mechanics, should the need arise.

This contract has a base five-year ordering period with a six-month extension of services option, IAW FAR 52.217-8.

USWFS Exclusive Use Type 3 Helicopter 8 Solicitation #140D0426R0114 Fort Wainwright, Alaska

A1. Item Description

Designated Base: Fort Wainwright, Fairbanks, AK

Exclusive Use Period: 120 Days (May 06-September 02)

Aircraft Requirements: One light helicopter as specified in Section B.

Crew Compliment Required: Pilot-in-Command (PIC) with relief pilot, fuel service vehicle driver with relief driver, and mechanic with relief mechanic.

Fuel Servicing Vehicle Requirement: Per Exhibit 18 Contiguous United States Supplement (Lower-48 only) A truck and trailer combination is acceptable.

The vehicle’s tank(s) must have a capacity of a minimum of 12 hours of useable fuel for the make and model helicopter operating on the contract based on the Helicopter Fuel Consumption and Weight Reduction Chart Exhibit 2

Minimum Helicopter Requirements:

Seating: Five (5) insured passenger seats not including pilot, but including copilot seat in an aircraft, normally single pilot operated.

Payload: Non-jettisonable payload (HOGE) of 900 pounds at 25 degrees C at 7,000 feet pressure altitude using a pilot weight of 200 pounds, a 35-pound survival kit and fuel for 2.3 hours

Powerplant: Turbine engine

Airspeed: 130 knots VNE at 20° C at 3,000 feet

Certification: 14 CFR 27

Landing Gear: Skid Type

Aft Cabin: Cabin area with flat floor, utility fold up seats and cargo tie-down rings

Target Helicopter Requirements:

Pilot-in-Command position: Left Seat PIC

USWFS Exclusive Use Type 3 Helicopter 9 Solicitation #140D0426R0114 Fort Wainwright, Alaska

A2. Schedules of Supplies or Services

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Offerors must complete and submit a separate pricing schedule for each type of aircraft for which they wish to be considered. If submitting more than one type, make a copy of all pricing schedule pages for each type of aircraft.

The Government will select one (1) contractor to award to, with an annual exclusive use period of 120 days. After the exclusive use period expires, aircraft services may be extended at the discretion of the Government. The maximum days of Availability that can be ordered by the Government is 150 days, per aircraft, per calendar year. All line items are firm fixed unit price, unless otherwise specified.

A2.1 Fort Wainwright: Schedule for Exclusive Use Aircraft with a guaranteed Exclusive Use Period of 120 days.

DESIGNATED BASE

Fort Wainwright, AK

EXCLUSIVE USE PERIOD

120 calendar days

ESTIMATED START DATE: May 6, 2027 ESTIMATED END DATE: September 2, 2027

OFFEROR

NAME

AIRCRAFT FOR

THIS

PRICING

SCHEDULE

Make/Model

FAA Registration #

ITEM DESCRIPTION

PAY

ITEM

CODE

QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE EXTENDED AMOUNT

DAILY AVAILABILITY PRICE PER DAY – GUARANTEED SUBJECT TO BEING AVAILABLE

1A

Daily Availability (AV) Guaranteed days per aircraft subject to availability (See Note 1)

AV

Guaranteed

DAYS $ $

1B Estimated Flight Hours (FD) (DRY without fuel) Price per flight hour for estimated flight hours (See Note 1)

FD Estimated

FLIGHT

HOURS $ $

1C

EXTENSION (Optional) Price per day for AVAILABILITY During Extension Period (See Note 2)

AV Estimated

30 DAYS $ $

1D

EXTENSION (Optional) Price per FLIGHT HOUR During Extension Period (See Note 2)

FD Estimated

FLIGHT

HOURS $ $

1E Additional pay items (T&M line item) The additional pay item estimated amount is calculated by the agency and is for funding purposes only. The amount implies no guarantee.

See Additional Pay Items Schedule for Rates

$ 36,295

ORDERING DATES: 04/01/2027 – 03/31/2028 ESTIMATED SUBTOTAL

Note 1: Flight rate should be bid Dry, without fuel for flight services in Alaska All fuel in Alaska will be provided by the Government, or the contractor will be reimbursed for contractor provided fuel in accordance with the contract. All fuel in the lower 48 will be provided by the contractor and will be included in a wet flight rate calculated and incorporated IAW Exhibit 18. This in no way obligates the Government to Extensions or the estimated days or flight hours listed in the price schedule.

Note 2: Items 1C and 1D are awarded as unit prices only. The unit price for items 1C and 1D must be the same as, or lower than, the unit price for items 1A and 1B. The Extended Amount for items 1C and 1D are based on the number of extension days required by the Government. This applies to all years.

USWFS Exclusive Use Type 3 Helicopter 10 Solicitation #140D0426R0114 Fort Wainwright, Alaska

EXCLUSIVE USE PERIOD

Continuous Period of 120 Days

ESTIMATED START DATE

May 6, 2028

ESTIMATED END DATE

September 2, 2028

ITEM DESCRIPTION

PAY

ITEM

CODE

QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE EXTENDED AMOUNT

DAILY AVAILABILITY PRICE PER DAY – GUARANTEED SUBJECT TO BEING AVAILABLE

2A

Daily Availability (AV)

Guaranteed days per aircraft subject to availability (See Note 1)

AV

Estimated

DAYS $ $

2B

Estimated Flight Hours (FD) (DRY without fuel) Price per flight hour for estimated flight hours. (See Note 1)

FD

FLIGHT

HOURS $ $

2C

EXTENSION (Optional)

Price per day for AVAILABILITY During Extension Period. (See Note 2)

DAYS $ $

2D

EXTENSION (Optional)

Price per FLIGHT HOUR During Extension Period. (See Note 2)

FLIGHT

HOURS $ $

2E Additional pay items (T&M line item)

$ 38,472

ORDERING DATES: 04/01/2028 – 03/31/2029 ESTIMATED SUBTOTAL

Note 1: Flight rate should be bid Dry, without fuel for flight services in Alaska All fuel in Alaska will be provided by the Government, or the contractor will be reimbursed for contractor provided fuel in accordance with the contract. All fuel in the lower 48 will be provided by the contractor and will be included in a wet flight rate calculated and incorporated IAW Exhibit 18. This in no way obligates the Government to Extensions or the estimated days or flight hours listed in the price schedule.

Note 2: Items 1C and 1D are awarded as unit prices only. The unit price for items 1C and 1D must be the same as, or lower than, the unit price for items 1A and 1B. The Extended Amount for items 1C and 1D are based on the number of extension days required by the

USWFS Exclusive Use Type 3 Helicopter 11 Solicitation #140D0426R0114 Fort Wainwright, Alaska

EXCLUSIVE USE PERIOD

Continuous Period of 120 Days

ESTIMATED START DATE

May 6, 2029

ESTIMATED END DATE

September 2, 2029

ITEM DESCRIPTION

PAY

ITEM

CODE

QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE EXTENDED AMOUNT

DAILY AVAILABILITY PRICE PER DAY – GUARANTEED SUBJECT TO BEING AVAILABLE

3A

Daily Availability (AV)

Guaranteed days per aircraft subject to availability

DAYS $ $

3B

Estimated Flight Hours (FD) (DRY without fuel) Price per flight hour for estimated flight hours. (See

FLIGHT

HOURS $ $

3C

EXTENSION (Optional)

Price per day for AVAILABILITY During Extension Period. (See Note

DAYS $ $

3D

EXTENSION (Optional)

Price per FLIGHT HOUR During

FLIGHT

HOURS $ $

3E Additional pay items (T&M line item)

$ 40,780

ORDERING DATES: 04/01/2029 – 03/31/2030 ESTIMATED SUBTOTAL

Note 1: Flight rate should be bid Dry, without fuel for flight services in Alaska All fuel in Alaska will be provided by the Government, or the contractor will be reimbursed for contractor provided fuel in accordance with the contract. All fuel in the lower 48 will be provided by the contractor and will be included in a wet flight rate calculated and incorporated IAW Exhibit 18. This in no way obligates the Government to Extensions or the estimated days or flight hours listed in the price schedule.

Note 2: Items 1C and 1D are awarded as unit prices only. The unit price for items 1C and 1D must be the same as, or lower than, the unit price for items 1A and 1B. The Extended Amount for items 1C and 1D are based on the number of extension days required by the

USWFS Exclusive Use Type 3 Helicopter 12 Solicitation #140D0426R0114 Fort Wainwright, Alaska

EXCLUSIVE USE PERIOD

Continuous Period of 120 Days

ESTIMATED START DATE

May 6, 2030

ESTIMATED END DATE

September 2, 2030

ITEM DESCRIPTION

PAY

ITEM

CODE

QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE EXTENDED AMOUNT

DAILY AVAILABILITY PRICE PER DAY – GUARANTEED SUBJECT TO BEING AVAILABLE

4A

Daily Availability (AV)

Guaranteed days per aircraft subject to availability

DAYS $ $

4B

Estimated Flight Hours (FD) (DRY without fuel) Price per flight hour for estimated flight hours. (See

FLIGHT

HOURS $ $

4C

EXTENSION (Optional)

Price per day for AVAILABILITY During Extension Period. (See Note

DAYS $ $

4D

EXTENSION (Optional)

Price per FLIGHT HOUR During

FLIGHT

HOURS $ $

4E Additional pay items (T&M line item)

$ 43,227

ORDERING DATES: 04/01/2030 – 03/31/2031 ESTIMATED SUBTOTAL

Note 1: Flight rate should be bid Dry, without fuel for flight services in Alaska All fuel in Alaska will be provided by the Government, or the contractor will be reimbursed for contractor provided fuel in accordance with the contract. All fuel in the lower 48 will be provided by the contractor and will be included in a wet flight rate calculated and incorporated IAW Exhibit 18. This in no way obligates the Government to Extensions or the estimated days or flight hours listed in the price schedule.

Note 2: Items 1C and 1D are awarded as unit prices only. The unit price for items 1C and 1D must be the same as, or lower than, the unit price for items 1A and 1B. The Extended Amount for items 1C and 1D are based on the number of extension days required by the

USWFS Exclusive Use Type 3 Helicopter 13 Solicitation #140D0426R0114 Fort Wainwright, Alaska

EXCLUSIVE USE PERIOD

Continuous Period of 120 Days

ESTIMATED START DATE

May 6, 2031

ESTIMATED END DATE

September 2, 2031

ITEM DESCRIPTION

PAY

ITEM

CODE

QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE EXTENDED AMOUNT

DAILY AVAILABILITY PRICE PER DAY – GUARANTEED SUBJECT TO BEING AVAILABLE

5A

Daily Availability (AV)

Guaranteed days per aircraft subject to availability

DAYS $ $

5B

Estimated Flight Hours (FD) (DRY without fuel) Price per flight hour for estimated flight hours. (See

FLIGHT

HOURS $ $

5C

EXTENSION (Optional)

Price per day for AVAILABILITY During Extension Period. (See Note

DAYS $ $

5D

EXTENSION (Optional)

Price per FLIGHT HOUR During

FLIGHT

HOURS $ $

5E Additional pay items (T&M line item)

$ 45,820

ORDERING DATES: 04/01/2031 – 03/31/2032 ESTIMATED SUBTOTAL

TOTAL VALUE OF ITEMs/YEARS 1-5 (Total of all ordering periods) $

Note 1: Flight rate should be bid Dry, without fuel for flight services in Alaska All fuel in Alaska will be provided by the Government, or the contractor will be reimbursed for contractor provided fuel in accordance with the contract. All fuel in the lower 48 will be provided by the contractor and will be included in a wet flight rate calculated and incorporated IAW Exhibit 18. This in no way obligates the Government to Extensions or the estimated days or flight hours listed in the price schedule.

Note 2: Items 1C and 1D are awarded as unit prices only. The unit price for items 1C and 1D must be the same as, or lower than, the unit price for items 1A and 1B. The Extended Amount for items 1C and 1D are based on the number of extension days required by the

USWFS Exclusive Use Type 3 Helicopter 14 Solicitation #140D0426R0114 Fort Wainwright, Alaska

A2.2 Additional Pay Items during the Exclusive Use Period

ADDITIONAL PAY ITEMS SCHEDULE (Reimbursed as Time & Materials (T&M)) IAW 52.212-4 Alt 1

SCHEDULE

SUB-ITEM

ADDITIONAL PAY ITEMS PAY ITEM

CODE UNIT RATE

i Extended Standby – Pilot EP HOUR ii Extended Standby – Mechanic EM HOUR iii Extended Standby – Driver ET HOUR iv Additional Crew – Pilot (see Note 4) AC EACH (per day) v Additional Crew – Mechanic (see Note 4) MC DAILY

Vi

Fuel Service Truck & Driver (Required in the lower 48 only, priced as daily rate) (minimum 12 hours of usable fuel for the make and model helicopter operating on the contract, based on the Helicopter Fuel Consumption and Weight Reduction Chart Exhibit 2)

SD DAILY

vii Fuel Servicing Vehicle – Mileage SMS SMM

SML MILE

350-749 gallons $2.39 750-1,499 gallons $3,30

1,500 or more $4,60 viii Fuel Charge (Alaska Only) FC EACH Actual Cost ix Per Diem PD EACH Per FTR schedule x Miscellaneous Contractor Costs

(Special Charge) SC EACH Actual Cost

Note 1. Per Diem will be paid in accordance with the Federal Travel Regulations, which means that the first and last day of travel will be paid at 75%, for meals & incidentals (if not provided by the Government) and no lodging will be paid on last day of travel. Lodging receipts ARE required (see C25).

Note 2. Minimum Guarantee - the minimum guarantee under the contract, as required by contract clause 52.216-22, is the total amount for Daily Availability during the 120 Day Exclusive Use Period in the first year of the contract, as awarded on the first task order. However, the guaranteed quantity for daily availability is subject to reductions due to unavailability of

USWFS Exclusive Use Type 3 Helicopter 15 Solicitation #140D0426R0114 Fort Wainwright, Alaska contractor aircraft. The estimated quantity for daily availability during an extension of the exclusive use period is not guaranteed and is subject to reductions due to unavailability.

Note 3. If the Contractor is relocated to the Lower 48 States, southbound flight time thru Canada shall be paid at the dry flight rate until the first enroute stop is required in the Lower 48 States. The Contractor shall close out the invoice line at that time and enter total remaining Government fuel on board. A deduction will be made for the remaining Government reimbursed fuel at this time. The Contractor shall begin a new invoice line upon resuming flight thru the Lower 48 States.

The Contractor shall be paid the wet flight rate from this point until such time as they are released from service.

Note 4. The additional pilot and mechanic rates shall each be multiplied by 120 (days of use estimated in full contract term), tabulated values then added to the yearly contract values TOTAL from A2.1, total proposal value input below.

The contractor shall pay the additional pilot and mechanic at least the prevailing wages as identified by the applicable Dept. of Labor wage determinations, regardless of the contract rates that were offered and established above.

Note 5: For purposes of this contract, flight crews will be referred to as the following:

Primary Crew – (required) costs associated with providing shall be included in the availability rate.

Relief Crew – (required) costs associated with providing shall be included in the availability rate.

Additional Flight Crew or Augmenting Crew Member - (when requested and provided) costs associated with providing are included in the additional crew rate identified in Section A and as specified in the additional pay items schedule.

TOTAL VALUE $

SECTION B – TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

USWFS Exclusive Use Type 3 Helicopter 16 Solicitation #140D0426R0114 Fort Wainwright, Alaska

SECTION B – TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

B1 Scope of Contract

B1.1 The intent of this contract is to obtain fully Contractor-operated and maintained exclusive use helicopter flight services to transport personnel and/or cargo in support of Government natural resource missions. Contractor services include provisions for a helicopter, personnel, fuel servicing vehicle and fuel (lower 48 States only), and all other associated equipment, as prescribed in this solicitation. Missions will include but are not limited to fire suppression, fire monitoring, initial attack, prescribed fire and aerial ignition, law enforcement limited to non-threatening surveillance and reconnaissance, and other administrative and related resource activities. Field locations may include tent camping facilities and preparation of meals in a field camp setting. The Government will direct aircraft to support its missions and objectives.

B1.2 During the exclusive use period and any subsequent extension, aircraft furnished shall be subject to the exclusive use and control of the Government 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.

B1.3 The Government and Contractor must establish an effective working relationship to successfully complete this contract.

The Contractor’s employees’ cooperation, professionalism, and positive attitude toward aviation safety and accomplishment of the mission are an integral element of this relationship.

B1.4 The Government has interagency and cooperative agreements with other Federal and State agencies and private landholders and may dispatch aircraft under this contract for such cooperative use.

B1.5 Aircraft furnished under this contract may be required to perform in Alaska, Canada, or any of the Lower 48United States. Because deployment to the Lower 48 United States usually requires transit through Canada, all required contractor personnel must possess current passports. See the Contiguous United States Supplement Exhibit in Section C for additional information.

B2 Certifications

The Contractor must hold and keep current all of the following required certificates and must ensure that contract aircraft are operated and maintained in compliance with those certificates at all times:

B2.1 A Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Air Carrier or Operating Certificate which authorizes the Contractor to operate in the category and class of aircraft and under flight conditions required by this contract (e.g., rotorcraft, visual flight rules (VFR) day/night, passengers, and cargo) in the conterminous United States and Alaska.

B2.2 A Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations Part 135 (14 CFR 135) Air Carrier Certificate. All offered aircraft must be carried on the list required by 14 CFR 135.63 or Operations Specifications Part D, "Aircraft Listing," as appropriate.

B2.3 A 14 CFR 133 Rotorcraft External Load Operations Certificate, which authorizes Class B loads, as a minimum.

B2.4 A 14 CFR 137 Agricultural Aircraft Operations Certificate.

B2.5 The contract aircraft must have a Standard Airworthiness Certificate. Installation of any equipment required by this contract must be FAA approved.

B3 Order of Precedence (Specifications)

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) USWFS Aviation Operations and Management (AOM) supplements and/or exhibits incorporated by reference; (3) 14 CFR incorporated by reference; (4) aircraft manufacturer's specifications; (5) other documents incorporated by reference.

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B4 Contracts

B4.1 The Contractor must maintain a complete, current copy of the contract, modifications, and task orders (if applicable) in each contract aircraft throughout the performance period.

B4.2 The pilot must have task order information (i.e. task number, performance period) in his/her possession prior to any flights under this contract and make this information available to government representatives on request.

B4.3 Electronic copies of contracts and task orders may be used. However, the contractor is responsible for ensuring that the documents are uploaded on an appropriate viewing device (e.g., laptop or tablet), which must be charged and made available at the aircraft for reference by government representatives upon request. Further, the contractor must agree to hold the government harmless for any inadvertent or accidental damage to the device.

EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

B5 Condition of Equipment

The Contractor-furnished helicopter, fuel servicing vehicle, and all other required equipment must be operable, free of damage, and in good repair. Aircraft systems and components must be free of leaks, except where specified by the manufacturer.

B5.1 Prior to inspection and acceptance, the Contractor must permanently repair or replace all windows and windshields that have been temporarily repaired (stop drilling is considered temporary). All windows and windshields must be maintained at all times and must be clean and free of scratches, cracks, crazing, distortion, repairs, or tinting which hinders visibility.

B5.2 The aircraft interior must be clean and neat with no unrepaired tears, rips, or other damage. The exterior finish, including the paint, must be clean, neat, and in good condition. Any corrosion must be within manufacturer or FAA acceptable limits.

B5.3 Lap belt and shoulder harness assemblies shall be in acceptable condition as determined by the Government. See the Unacceptable Lap Belt and Shoulder Harness Conditions Exhibit (see Section C) for examples of lap belt and shoulder harness conditions that are not acceptable.

B5.4 Military or other similar low visibility paint schemes are unacceptable. The AOM Technical Inspector may approve high visibility enhancements.

B6 Aircraft Equipment Requirements

The Contractor must provide one fully compliant helicopter that is equipped as shown below for each item:

B6.1 A complete set of current aeronautical charts covering the expected area of operations.

Note: Electronic flight bags are acceptable if authorized by the FAA in the company’s operation specifications.

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 One set of individual lap belts for each installed seat.

B6.5 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. Heavy-duty (military-style) harnesses with fabric loop connecting the shoulder harness to the male portion of the lap belt buckle are acceptable.

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B6.6 Shoulder harnesses equipped with inertia reel (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.

B6.7 Fire extinguisher(s), as required by 14 CFR 135, must be a handheld bottle, minimum 2-B:C rating, mounted and accessible to the flight crew while seated. (See the fire extinguisher maintenance instructions in Section B29.)

B6.8 Dual controls for initial pilot performance evaluation. (May also be required for interim or recurrent pilot performance evaluations at the option of the Government.)

B6.9 Aircraft lighting for night operation in accordance with 14 CFR 91.205(c), including instrument lights.

B6.10 A strobe light (with either a white, or half-white/half-red lens) or a flashing LED (red or white), mounted on top of the aircraft or otherwise visible from above, with an independent activating switch. A red strobe or rotating beacon does not satisfy this requirement.

B6.11 High visibility, pulsating, forward-facing, conspicuity lighting.

B6.12 High visibility markings on main rotor blades as specified by the Acceptable Paint Schemes Exhibit.

B6.13 High-skid-type landing gear if manufactured for make and model.

B6.14 Personnel access steps for aircraft with a floor height greater than 18 inches to ensure safe entrance and exit from each door.

B6.15 Locking cap(s) on all fuel inlet ports.

B6.16 Cabin heater and window defogger.

B6.17 Wire strike protection system (mechanical). Note: If manufactured for the make and model of helicopter.

B6.18 Main Rotor Brake

B6.19 Engine intake filtering device, or particle separator (if manufactured for model), capable of filtering sand and dust particles. Note: Flight in falling or blowing snow may be necessary. Additional equipment may be required.

B6.20 Cabin area with flat floor, utility fold up seats and cargo tie-down rings.

B6.21 Cargo compartment, internal and external capable of accommodating 58-inch long shovels, rakes, and other tools as specified below:

For Internal:

B6.21.1 15-cubic-foot baggage compartment within the aircraft fuselage specifically designed to carry cargo separate from the cabin.

Note: Requires rear bulkhead modification required on some models of aircraft. Example: Baggage compartment extender.

Note: AS-350 series aircraft must be configured with the Eurocopter Canada “Squirrel Cheeks” that open forward: (350- 200814 – LH and 350-200824 – RH or equivalent)

For external:

B6.21.2 Cargo basket. An externally side-mounted basket constructed with tubular frame and expanded metal incorporating a locking lid to secure cargo.

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Note: Aircraft must be equipped with a cargo basket such as the Dart Heli-Utility basket model D350-607-045 (57 inches in length) or equivalent.

B6.21.3 All construction methods must be as prescribed by Advisory Circulars 43.13-1B and 43.13-2B or other FAA approval.

Note: Basket/rack must be quick attach/detach.

B6.22 Cargo restraint system for aircraft manufactured with a parcel/storage area behind the rear passenger seats.

B6.23 An accessory power source consisting of an MS 3112E-12-3S three-pin connector, accessible in the cabin. Pin B must be airframe ground; pin A must be +28VDC (for 28-volt aircraft); and pin C must be +14VDC (for 14-volt aircraft). The circuit must be protected by a 5-amp circuit protection.

B6.24 A first aid kit containing items specified in the First Aid and Survival Kits Exhibit (see Section C) must be carried aboard the aircraft on all flights.

B6.25 A survival kit containing items specified in First Aid and Survival Kits Exhibit (see Section C) must be carried aboard the aircraft on all flights and must be included in weight and balance/load calculations.

B6.26 A convex mirror for the pilot to observe the sling load.

B6.27 One keeperless cargo hook that may be loaded and locked in a single motion with one hand and is rated at the maximum lifting capacity of the aircraft. (See the cargo hook maintenance requirements in Section B29.)

B6.28 Cockpit-mounted external load indicator with readout of weight carried on the cargo hook.

B6.29 One collapsible, variable capacity water/retardant bucket. See the Water Bucket Use Procedures Exhibit (see Section C). The bucket must have a manufacturer's capacity adjustment commensurate with the maximum lifting capability (HOGE- J) of the contract aircraft at 3,000 feet pressure altitude (PA), 20˚ Celsius with a 200-pound pilot, 25-pound survival kit, and

1.5 total hours of fuel. The bucket must be capable of being operated with all increments of the longline; i.e., 50, 100, 150 feet.

B6.30 A second collapsible, variable capacity water/retardant bucket. See the Water Bucket Use Procedures Exhibit (see section C). The bucket must have a manufacturer's capacity adjustment commensurate with the maximum lifting capability (HOGE-J) of the contract aircraft at 7,000 feet PA, 25˚ Celsius with a 200-pound pilot, 25-pound survival kit, and 1.5 total hours of fuel. The bucket must also be capable of being operated with all increments of the longline; i.e., 50, 100, 150 feet.

Note: The bucket combinations provided in B6.29 and B6.30 must provide adjustments that allow the widest range of altitude/temperature combinations (subject to the limitations of the bucket manufacturer’s available sizes) for the maximum lifting capability of the helicopter beginning at 5,000 feet PA at 30˚ Celsius extending upward to 7,000 feet PA at 25˚ Celsius and above.

B6.31 A remote operating switch for the water/retardant bucket clearly marked for "open" and "closed" and mounted on the collective control to avoid confusion with the airframe cargo hook release. The switch must be of a different design and must be mounted so as to not easily be confused with the RPM Control [Beep] switch.

B6.32 Part number MS 3101E-24-11S, nine-pin connector, for use as the power source for a helitorch or remote cargo hook.

Pin D must be airframe ground. Pin E must be switched 28VDC, protected by a manually operable, 50-amp circuit breaker.

The water bucket/tank open switch must also activate this circuit.

B6.32.1 A lanyard to support the connector and mounted within 12 inches of the cargo hook.

B6.32.2 This connector must have multiple circuit capacity sufficient to provide power and control for Contractor-furnished equipment. The longline remote hook, fixed tank, or water bucket must be wired through this connector. A list of water

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Development Avenue, Boise, ID 83705-5354.

B6.33 One remote cargo hook with related cabling and release system complying with the following specifications:

B6.33.1 Electrically activated remote cargo hook that may be loaded and locked in a single motion with one hand and that is rated at the maximum lifting capacity of the aircraft.

B6.33.2 The remote hook must be protected by a metal ring or cage that does not interfere with the use or function of the hook.

B6.33.3 Synthetic rope meeting the requirements of the Helicopter Synthetic Longline Requirements Exhibit (see Section C).

B6.33.4 The length of the rope must be readily adjustable from 50 to 150 feet in 50-foot increments.

B6.33.5 Electrical cables must be protected from pinching by hooks or shackles and from damage caused by stretching of the line. The electrical wire must be long enough at the aircraft cargo hook end to prevent a swinging load from unplugging the electrical connector.

B6.33.6 All fabrication and installation methods must comply with 14 CFR 133 and Advisory Circular 43.13–1B and/or 43.13-2B.

B6.33.7 Operating switch for the remote hook. (See B6.31 for specification. Only 1 switch required)

B6.34 Reserved.

B6.35 Snow/tundra pads

B6.36 Two barrel slings, lifters or cargo nets to transport two 55 gallon drums by external load (Alaska Operations Only).

B6.37 Internal Litter Kit (Note: Fixed provisions must be installed. Litter to be installed when requested by the government).

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 (FS/OAS_A24F.pdf) (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.

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B7.2.3 Although the contract aircraft may not be certified for flight under instrument flight rules (IFR), the aircraft's static pressure system, altimeter instrument system, and automatic pressure altitude reporting system must be maintained in accordance with the IFR requirements of 14 CFR Part 91.411 and inspected and tested every 24 calendar months, as specified by 14 CFR Part 43, appendices E and F.

B7.2.4 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.

B7.2.5 All installed transceivers must be placarded with designations matching the transmitter/receiver controls on the installed audio control system(s).

B7.3 Communications Systems

B7.3.1 One automatic-fixed Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT), certified under TSO-C126b (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). If not powered by its own, integral battery, the ELT remote switch/light must be powered by unswitched aircraft power. ELT antennas must be mounted externally to the aircraft unless installed in a location approved by the aircraft manufacturer. TSO-C126b and newer ELTs require documentation of current registration with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), or the national civil aviation authority with which the aircraft is registered.

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. Although not required by Federal Aviation Regulations, the aircraft’s radio call sign (normally the aircraft registration number) must be displayed on the instrument panel, in view of the flight crew.

B7.3.3 Two P25-compliant VHF-FM transceivers. Each transceiver (FM-1, FM-2) must provide selection of narrowband analog (12.5 kHz) or narrowband digital (12.5kHz) operation on each of a minimum of 100 channels. Each transceivers’ 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.

B7.3.3.1 Each VHF-FM transceiver’s operational frequency range must include the band of 136.0000 MHz to 173.9975 MHz. The operator(s) must be able to program any usable channels within that band, along with any required CTCSS tones, National Access Codes (NAC’s), or Talk Group ID’s (TGID’s), while in flight. Each VHF-FM transceiver must also incorporate a separate, programmable GUARD receiver, with accompanying GUARD transmit capability. Unless instructed by the Government for use on a specific project, all frequencies programmed for use under this Contract must be in the narrowband analog mode.

B7.3.3.2 Carrier output power for each VHF-FM transceiver must be 10 watts nominal value (original design specification).

Each transceiver must be capable of displaying receiver and transmitter operating frequency, alpha-numeric channel labels, and must provide both receiver and transmitter activation indicators for MAIN and GUARD. Simultaneous monitoring of both MAIN and GUARD receivers is required. Scanning of the GUARD frequency is not acceptable.

B7.3.3.3 Prior to acceptance under this contract, at least one VHF-FM transceiver must be programmed with the narrowband analog GUARD receive and transmit frequencies of 168.625 MHz, with a 110.9 Hz CTCSS tone on transmit only.

B7.3.3.4 The following VHF-FM aeronautical transceivers are known to meet the above requirements:

Technisonics: TDFM-136, TDFM-136A, TDFM-136/NV, TDFM-136A/NV, TDFM-136B, TDFM-136B/NV.

Cobham: (formerly NAT) NPX-136D-070, Anodyne Electronics Manufacturing MTP136D

See https://www.nifc.gov/resources/NIICD/niicd-documents for a complete, current listing of approved radios.

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B7.3.3.5 Each required VHF-FM transceiver must be equipped with a conveniently located programming port, to facilitate programming via a government-owned laptop computer. The port(s) must be protected from accidental damage via contact, be hard-wired to the transceiver(s), not require switching of any cables for utilization, and must be conveniently located for ease of use.