DEEC PWS.docx

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

For F100-PW-220/229 Digital Electronic Engine Control (DEEC) and Engine Diagnostic Unit (EDU)

FILE NUMBER: PR # FD2030-21-30011

DATE: 12 November 2020

PREPARING ORGANIZATION: AFLCMC/LPSIB

TINKER AFB, OK 73145-3030

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SECTION I

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

This PWS establishes the minimum work requirements to return F100-PW-220/229 Digital Electronic Engine Controls (DEECs) and Engine Diagnostic Units (EDUs) listed below by National Stock Number (NSN) and Part Number (P/N) to a serviceable, like new condition. F100-PW-220/229 DEECs and EDUs received by the contractor, as set forth in this contract shall be repaired, overhauled, modified, tested, prepared for storage and shipped in accordance with (IAW) the requirements in this PWS and the contract.

Contractor employees shall identify themselves as contractor personnel by introducing themselves or being introduced as contractor personnel and displaying distinguishing badges or other visible identification for meetings with Government personnel. In addition, contractor personnel shall appropriately identify themselves as contractor employees in telephone conversations and in formal and informal written correspondence.

NOUN

Output NSN*

APPLICABLE T.O.

Digital Electronic Engine Control (DEEC) – Group III

789900H05D06

Group IV DEEC

6J3-4-117-13

805710H04D05

2995-01-392-4918

796521H03D03

796521H02D02

Group V DEEC

1000390H04D05

1000390H03D05

Engine Diagnostic Unit (EDU)

791130H05D09

789940H04D05

789940H04D03

6J3-4-117-13

1005300H03D04

1005300H03D03

1005300H02D05

1005300H02D04

1005300H02D03

1005300H02D02

1002300H03D05

1002300H03D04

1002300H02D06

1002300H02D05

1002300H02D04

1002300H02D03

· NOTE: DEECs and EDUs shall be upgraded to the latest logic version. Hardware updates shall not be performed without specific direction.

1.1 DATA

1.1.1 Reporting Requirements

1.1.1.1 Product Quality Deficiency Report (PQDR – SF 368): The contractor shall prepare a PQDR on all design and quality control (material) deficiencies found IAW the procedures of TO 00-35D-54. Applicable portions of TO 00-35D-54 relative to quality defects will apply. The contractor shall hold exhibits of reported deficient items pending disposition from the ACO representative. Report preparation, distribution, holding and tagging of exhibits shall be IAW TO 00- 35D-54. The contractor shall furnish an information copy of the SF 368 to USAF F100 Engineering Source Authority listed in TO 2J-F100-13-1, WP 600 00.

1.1.1.2 TO System Publication Improvement Report (AFTO Form 22): The contractor shall prepare a PIR when an error or improvement changes the meaning of the instructions or information contained in technical directives and will prevent the adequate performance intended. The contractor shall accomplish a PIR IAW TO 00-5-1 and submit one copy to AFLCMC/ENR. Minor discrepancies of non- technical nature such as improper sequence of pages, typographical errors, transportation errors, misspelled words, etc., shall not be reported. The contractor shall report omissions of pertinent technical data, correction of overhaul procedures in TOs, or desired changes to TO data shall likewise use the AFTO Form 22.

1.1.1.3 Teardown Deficiency Report (TDR): A TDR shall be accomplished on any PQDR exhibit received for investigation. The report shall be completed IAW the procedures established on DD Form 1423 as set forth in the contract.

1.1.2 Other Records, Forms and Reports

1.1.2.1 The contractor shall make available to the appropriate ACO representative the required information to enable him to review and/or verify monthly production status reports on end items and to enable him to complete his records or to complete such other reports as may be required.

1.1.2.2 CAV AF End Item Production Report (End Item Activity Report): The report shall be completed IAW the procedures established on DD Form 1423, as set forth in the contract and the Appendix 2.

1.1.2.3 Note: The F100-PW-220/229 DEEC and EDU are serialized tracked parts, and therefore, CEMS reporting is required in this contract. CEMS Reporting: The status of all serialized life limited parts must be known at all times. This status is to be reported to CEMS IAW TO 00-25-254-1 as required by DD Form 1423. Any questions regarding the reporting requirements are to be directed through the ACO.

1.1.2.4 Completed DD Form 1574 Serviceable Tags are required IAW MIL-STD-129P, paragraph 5.2.21.a.

1.1.2.5 The contractor shall report ALL contractor labor hours (including subcontractor labor hours) required for performance of services provided under this contract via a secure data collection site. The contractor is required to completely fill in all required data fields at https://sam.gov/SAM/.

1.1.2.5.1 Reporting inputs will be for the labor executed during the period of performance for each Government fiscal year (FY), which runs 1 October through 30 September. While inputs may be reported any time during the FY, all data shall be reported no later than 31 October of each calendar year. Contractors may direct questions to the CMRA help desk.

1.1.3 Technical Data

1.1.3.1 TOs listed in this specification are the basic directives to be used in accomplishing the repair/overhaul requirements of the contract.

1.1.3.2 TO illustrated parts breakdowns (IPBs) listed in this PWS shall be used in the part replacement requirements of the contract. Replacement parts shall conform to the configurations stipulated in the applicable TO IPB as supplemented by other applicable directives and instructions in this PWS. Part replacement shall be confined to those parts determined to be required to produce a serviceable end item.

1.1.3.3 Directives listed in paragraphs 1.10, 1.11, 1.12, 1.13 & 1.14 and instructions provided throughout this PWS shall be adhered to. Thus obtaining the highest possible quality of workmanship and to maintain acceptable quality standards.

1.1.3.4 Instructions listed in this PWS as “Changes” or “Revisions” to a TO represent publication changes to the Technical Order System and shall be complied with. The sub-paragraphs contain the location of changes as designated and the deletion, change or addition of technical information to be accomplished.

1.1.3.5 In the event of a conflict between the instructions in this PWS and the applicable technical directive, the following order of override precedence applies (descending order): 1) this PWS, 2) the end item TO, 3) other technical directives.

1.2 SECURITY

1.2.1 Contractor’s Security Controls: Equipment and materials covered by this PWS are not classified.

1.3 QUALITY

1.3.1 The contractor shall provide and utilize an inspection/quality system IAW ISO - 9001.

1.3.2 The contractor shall investigate, take corrective action if necessary, and reply to user initiated PQDR forwarded to them by the ACO. This applies to all PQDRs submitted against products repaired/overhauled by the contractor and/or their subcontractor or vendors. Sufficient priority shall be given to PQDR investigation to allow timely corrective action and to meet requirements of TO 00-35D-54.

1.4 DELIVERY SCHEDULES

1.4.1 The delivery schedules shall be IAW the contract delivery schedules.

1.5 CONDEMNATION, REPAIR, AND OVERHAUL

1.5.1 Contractor’s Scrap Procedures: The contractor shall prepare and submit to the Government Property Administrator (GPA) for approval, a written plan that sets forth procedures for handling scrap materials. These procedures shall include the requirements stipulated in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 45.1, titled “General”. Disposition of condemned parts containing critical alloys and/or precious metals shall by IAW TO 00-25-113, 00-25-113-F100-ENG and FAR 45.6 titled “Reporting, Reutilization, and Disposal”.

1.5.2 Condemnation: The contractor without written approval of the ACO or his representative shall not condemn End Items.

1.5.2.1 End Items determined by the contractor and verified by the ACO to be beyond economical repair shall be disposed of as directed by the ACO in writing.

1.5.2.2 Parts, which have been condemned as a result of NDI methods, other inspection methods, or for other reasons, shall be mutilated to the extent necessary to ensure that purchasers of scrap are unable to repair/overhaul the item for possible resale or reuse. All documents and tags pertinent to such condemned parts authorized for transfer to disposal shall bear a certificate to the effect that all required mutilation has been accomplished.

1.5.2.3 The serial number and part number of any life-limited item, which is condemned, must be transmitted to F100 Engineering Source Authority listed in TO 2J-F100- 13-1, WP 600 00.

1.5.3 Repair: End items determined to be beyond economical repair shall not be repaired/overhauled by the contractor unless authorized in writing by the ACO.

1.6 HANDLING

1.6.1 The contractor shall have physical custody of end items and parts received at their facility and shall be responsible for their constant care during such custody.

1.6.1.1 Note: The F100-PW-220/229 DEECs and EDUs are serialized tracked parts, and therefore, CEMS reporting is required in this contract. The receipt and status of all serialized components or accessories, which are tracked in CEMS, must be reported IAW Para 1.1.2.3 of the PWS.

1.7 INVENTORY

1.7.1 Each end item shall be inspected by the contractor upon receipt to determine its condition and to ensure that its item identification corresponds to that shown on the contract schedule. Non-conforming end items shall be reported to the appropriate ACO representative.

1.8 PRESERVATION

1.8.1 Preservation inspection of end items is not required upon receipt. Adequacy of preservation will be determined when the item is placed in work and if found deficient shall be reported to the appropriate ACO representative.

1.8.2 All Government assets shall be stored in an enclosed and covered area and shall be adequately protected against loss by fire, theft, and physical damage by the elements. Government owned items and parts shall not be co-mingled with non-Government owned property.

1.9 RECEIPT/HANDLING OF PQDR EXHIBITS

1.9.1 Any exhibit received for the purpose of an investigation into the cause of a material or a quality deficiency shall be kept separated from normal repair assets until the investigation is completed. The contractor shall provide the exhibit receipt date through the ACO with the F100 Engineering Source Authority listed in TO 2J-F100- 13-1, WP 600 00.

1.10 GENERAL WORK REQUIREMENTS

1.10.1 The instructions for the repair of items stipulated in this PWS shall be performed IAW the applicable TOs and the below exceptions.

1.10.1.1 The contractor is authorized to inspect per part drawing and part QAD (Quality Assurance Document).

1.10.2 The contractor shall use protective equipment to protect items from damage as they are processed through the plant. Special protection shall be placed over the machined surfaces of end items.

1.10.3 The contractor shall inspect the various disassembled components or part of the end item to determine if further repair is needed. Subsequent repair shall be accomplished IAW the applicable portion of the applicable overhaul technical order and supplementary instructions specified herein.

1.10.4 The contractor shall rework all reparable parts so that they are capable of meeting the serviceable requirements of this PWS.

1.10.5 The contractor shall continue to use all parts and assemblies determined serviceable and appropriate as a result of inspections and checks, except as specified in this PWS.

1.10.6 The contractor shall replace condemned parts of the end item with like serviceable parts listed in the applicable technical order IPB unless otherwise specified in or within this PWS.

1.10.7 When overhaul kits are available for the overhaul of an end item, such kits shall be used IAW the applicable technical order and changes thereto or the specific instructions contained in this PWS.

1.10.8 Where the contractor is directed to hold an item for OC-ALC disposition by any cited publication herein or be any statement made within this PWS, such items shall be reported to the ACO through the GPA for disposition.

1.10.9 Repair, to the maximum extent, is desired when such repair is economically feasible. The contractor is encouraged to submit new or improved repair procedures to the Government whenever practical. Procedures may be submitted on an AFTO Form 22 as specified in this PWS or by any other means authorized under this contract. This does not preclude the contractor’s submission of repair procedures, which are not economically feasible, when such repairs are advantageous to the Government.

1.10.10 All of the contractor’s operators of special processes, such as X-ray, radiography machines, Fluorescent Penetrate and Magnetic Particle Inspection Equipment, as well as welders and moralizers, shall be qualified and certified for operation IAW applicable military specifications when listed in the PWS.

1.10.11 Fit and tolerance limits shall be IAW applicable overhaul TO/contractor’s processes and procedures unless otherwise specified.

1.10.12 Fluids, oil, greases and compounds shall conform to and be used as directed in the overhaul TO and instructions contained in this PWS.

1.11 SPECIFIC WORK REQUIREMENTS

1.11.1 Removal

1.11.1.1 Not Applicable.

1.11.2 Disassembly

1.11.2.1 Not Applicable.

1.11.3 Cleaning

1.11.3.1 F100-PW-220/229 DEEC and EDU shall be cleaned IAW TO 6J3-4-117-3, 6J3-4- 117-13, and 5E1-2-15-3, section 4.

1.11.3.2 The contractor shall ensure that cleaning and preserving materials meet the requirements specified in TO 2-1-111 and that such materials are properly used during application.

1.11.4 Inspection

1.11.4.1 Inspection of F100-PW-220/229 DEEC and EDU shall be accomplished IAW TO 6J3-4-117-3, 6J3-4-117-13, and 5E1-2-15-3, section 5.

1.11.4.2 For Group VI DEECs, the logic version of the DEEC may not match the logic version and part number the DEEC was delivered with, as DEEC logic versions can be upgraded in the field. The current DEEC logic version shall be determined prior to any testing which requires the DEEC logic version to be known (such as determining if the logic is correctly loaded) using one of the following methods:

· The DEEC logic version can be determined based on the software loaded in the DEEC by examining the EEC ID or PHM ID on any download screen (e.g. Examine PHM Memory)

· The DEEC logic version can be determined by checking the TCTO status of the DEEC for the logic upgrade TCTOs.

1.11.5 Corrosion Control

1.11.5.1 The corrosion control of F100-PW-220/229 DEEC and EDU during repair and storage shall be accomplished IAW TO 2-1-111.

1.11.6 Repair

1.11.6.1 Repair of F100-PW-220/229 DEEC and EDU shall be accomplished IAW TO 6J3- 4-117-3, 6J3-4-117-13, and 5E1-2-15-3, section 5.

1.11.6.2 The contractor shall identify all repaired F100-PW-220/229 DEEC and EDU with the contractor’s CAGE IAW MIL-STD-130N.

1.11.6.3 The contractor shall be required, upon completion of the work performed, whether it be a check and test, a modification or a repair to the extent necessary (On Condition Maintenance) or any combination of the above, report the work performed, for CEMS data reporting purposes only (as required in Para. 1.1.2.3 above), as an OVERHAUL so the Time Since Overhaul (TSO) will be zero. The Time Since New (TSN) shall continue for the above ELINs. This reporting practice will allow the USAF Bases to receive the above assets with the fullest amount of life remaining as they have requested.

1.11.6.4 The contractor shall also be required, upon completion of the work performed, to modify the overhauled asset to comply with any outstanding Engineering Change (EC) to bring the asset to the latest approved configuration. This includes upgrading Group VI DEEC logic versions to the latest released logic EC.

1.11.7 Installation

1.11.7.1 Not applicable.

1.11.8 Test And Government Acceptance

1.11.8.1 Inspect, test and check each repaired item IAW TO 2-1-111.

1.11.8.2 The Government shall accomplish acceptance.

1.11.9 Product Verification Audit (PVA)

1.11.9.1 Repaired items shall be subject to PVA if requested by the government.

1.11.9.2 To perform PVA, the government shall be permitted to select at random such quantities of items as may be necessary to determine quality of workmanship and materials.

1.11.9.3 After notification by the ACO that a PVA is required, the contractor will follow the procedures of Appendix 3 - Product Verification Audit Procedures.

1.11.10 Technical Publication Compliance

1.11.10.1 Compliance with all TOs, Directives, Government Specifications, Drawings, etc., listed herein is mandatory, unless otherwise specified in this PWS, when:

1.11.10.1.1 They have not been previously accomplished

1.11.10.1.2 They are pertinent to the end item.

1.11.10.1.3 They prescribe Air Force Policies, use of materials and procedures for repair.

1.11.10.2 For solicitation purposes, the contractor may contact USAF F100 Engineering Source Authority listed in TO 2J-F100-13-1, WP 600 00, for Instructions for viewing or purchasing technical data required for maintenance of this contract. Upon contract award, the contractor shall establish and maintain a TO distribution account IAW TO 00-5-1; and be placed on initial distribution for one copy each of the TOs and TCTOs listed in this PWS. The contractor shall contact AFLCMC/ LPSAA-TOMA, 405-734-8774 within five (5) working days after contract award for guidance in obtaining a TODO account. Once the contractor’s TODO account is in operation, the contractor shall maintain all TOs and TCTOs and other technical directives listed in the PWS in an updated and current status IAW TO 00-5-1. The contractor is required to comply with the latest dated TO; TCTO and other technical directives issued and will be contractually covered during the time the work is accomplished. For example, an item already in work will continue to be worked under the existing contractual scope of work until such time that the latest TO revisions can be negotiated as to price and scheduled incorporation. The contractor shall submit a monthly review of changes to TOs, TCTOs, and other applicable directives received during that period. However, if a change is received that has a cost impact greater than 10% and/or is critical to safety of flight, the contractor shall notify the ACO within ten (10) days of receipt of that change and also shall provide the cost impact with his backup data. The contractor shall not begin working with new publication until authorization has been granted by the ACO/PCO.

1.11.10.3 Copies of other Air Force publications required in the performance of work outlined in this PWS will be requisitioned through the ACO. Submit requests to appropriate ACO representative for review. TO 00-5-1 provides an explanation of the Technical Order System and for pertinent distribution, requisition and storage information.

1.11.10.4 In the event a follow on to this contract is awarded, the “Package File” at the contract facility as of the end of the previous contract will be applicable to the follow-on contract and will be updated through amendments to the new PWS of the new contract. This procedure will ensure continuity of the publication data from one contract to another.

1.12 APPLICABLE TECHNICAL ORDERS

This is a preliminary list of Technical Orders. The contractor is responsible for ensuring they are using the latest edition.

00-5-1-WA-1

01 MAY 11

15 FEB 19

AF TECH ORDER SYSTEM

29 SEP 17

TIME COMPLIANCE TECH ORDER SYSTEM

01 MAY 19

CRITICAL ALLOY AND PRECIOUS METAL

REQ FOR REPAIR, MAINT, & TEST OF ELE. EQUIP.

6J3-4-117-3- WA-1

15 DEC 06

1.13 APPLICABLE DIRECTIVES

INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR STANDARDIZATION (ISO)

1.14 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

1.14.1 LPF-QAR-001: “GENERAL QUALITY ASSURANCE DOCUMENTS FOR F100 ENGINE FC/DC BREAKOUT COMPONENTS”

1.14.2 LPF-QAR-002: “CHANGE PROCEDURES FOR PROCESS ORDERS”

1.14.3 LPF-QAR-004: “LPFR QUALITY ASSURANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR F100 ENGINE COMPONENTS”

1.14.4 LPF-QAR-006: “LPFR QUALITY ASSURANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR PRODUCT VERIFICATION AUDIT (PVA) TEST PLANS AND REPORTS

1.14.5 LPF-QPR-016: “LPFR QUALITY PLAN REQUIREMENTS FOR DURABILITY CRITICAL PARTS

1.14.6 LPF-QPR-018: “LPFR QUALITY PLAN REQUIREMENTS FOR NONDESTRUCTIVE INSPECTION”

1.14.7 LPF-QR-001: “BASIC TECHNICAL DATA REQUIREMENTS FOR FRACTURE CRITICAL AND DURABILITY CRITICAL PARTS”

1.14.8 LPF-QR-002: “CONDITIONS OF WAIVER FOR FRACTURE CRITICAL AND DURABILITY CRITICAL PARTS”

1.14.9 EI FOR RQR-1: “GENERIC ENGINEERING INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPAIR OF F100 PARTS IN RQR-1”

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SECTION II

SERVICE SUMMARY

The contractor service requirements are summarized into performance objectives that relate directly to the mission essential items. The performance threshold describes the minimum acceptable levels of service for each requirement. The contractor shall be aware that the absence contract requirement from the service summary does not detract from its enforceability nor limit the rights or remedies of the government under any other provision of the contract. The government will use the surveillance methods contained in the Surveillance Plan to evaluate the Contractor’s performance for the performance objectives listed below. In the event the performance objective is not met, the Contractor will be given a reasonable time after notification to correct the unacceptable performance, if such correction is possible. The Contractor shall immediately take corrective action in accordance with the performance threshold(s). In cases where the Contractor fails to implement corrective action, the PCO will take appropriate measures.

NOTE: For those requirements listed in Section II, Service Summary, the Surveillance Plan will follow the methods of surveillance specified in the Surveillance Plan. The Surveillance Plan is authorization for the Government’s PCO to participate in the administration of this contract.

2.1 SERVICE SUMMARY REQUIREMENTS

2.1.1 The contractor shall ensure the performance objectives and performance thresholds identified in table 2-1 of this PWS are achieved as follows:

Table 2-1

2.2 CONTRACTOR PERFORMANCE EVALUATION

2.2.1 The contractor shall be aware that the evaluation of performance will occur when the Program Manager evaluates the services of the contractor to determine whether or not it meets the performance measures of the contract.

2.2.1.1 SS-1: The contractor’s failure to meet the requirements for this item shall result in the possibility of a poor rating under the Contractor Performance Assessment

Review (CPAR) and remedies as allowed under Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 52.246-4 Inspection of Services-Fixed Price.

2.2.1.2 SS-2: The contractor’s failure to meet this requirement shall result in a negative CPAR rating and remedies as allowed under FAR 52.246-4 Inspection of Services- Fixed Price.

SECTION III

GOVERNMENT PROPERTY

GOVERNMENT PROPERTY

3.1 Contractor shall furnish all material, support equipment, tools, test equipment and services. Government Furnish Material shall not be provided.

APPENDIX 1

A1.1 ACRONYMS

APPENDIX 2

A2.1 NOTES

A2.1.1 The contractor is authorized to establish and convene a Material Review Board (MRB) to evaluate and determine disposition on non-conforming material or parts. Board members shall consist of representatives from the Contractor’s Quality Production Control, Engineering (Industrial, Product Support or Design) and the Government QAR. The MRB shall be convened when the contractor identifies non- conformance of material or parts during and after assembly. The MRB is not authorized to violate any TO limit. When MRB action is required on material or parts during and after assembly, the contractor shall provide information, to include part number, serial number and statement of non-conformance and corrective action taken, to AFLCMC/LPSAA via email within (5) working days after approval of the MRB.

APPENDIX 3

A3.1 PRODUCT VERIFICATION AUDIT PROCEDURES

A3.1.1 This attachment contains procedures and instructions for contractual accomplishment of Product Verification Audits (PVAs). This attachment does not supersede instructions contained in the contract repair work requirements or other contractual provisions. In instances of conflict, the latter applies. The contractual issuance of this attachment and performance of PVAs does not relieve the contractor of the responsibility for maintaining a Quality Control System that will assure productions of items that conform to contractual requirements. PVAs are management tools used to independently evaluate and validate the conformance of a repaired item and contractor compliance to contractual requirements as well as the adequacy of the Government's contractually stipulated requirements.

A3.2 TERMS EXPLAINED

A3.2.1 PVA. The physical examination, functional testing and complete disassembly of an item to determine conformance to contractual requirements as well as adequacy of the contractual requirements which may require in excess of the original contractor repair effort. The audit includes correction of defects, reassembly, retesting, repackaging, remarking, update of records and correction of contractual requirements as required.

A3.2.2 Cognizant Quality Assurance Element. The DOD contract administration service element having direct responsibility for implementing the Government Quality Assurance Program at the contractor's plant.

A3.2.3 Repair Work Requirement. Any contract instrument, TO, drawing, specification or directive which contains instructions and requirements for repair and rehabilitation of a reparable/unserviceable item.

A3.2.4 Procedural Deficiency. A deficiency which is noted during the audit and which results from either:

A3.2.4.1 Failure by contractor to establish processes/procedures in conformity with contractual requirements; or, A3.2.4.2 Failure by contractor to follow established processes or procedures.

A3.3 RESPONSIBILITIES

A3.3.1 The contractor shall:

A3.3.1.1 Perform audit functions under the surveillance of the cognizant DOD CAO and Air Logistics Center (ALC) representative(s).

A3.3.1.2 Provide technical personnel, tooling, measuring/test equipment, work areas, forms and clerical assistance, as required, to perform the PVA.

A3.3.2 The cognizant DOD QAR shall:

A3.3.2.1 Be designated as audit team chairman, unless otherwise directed by the Procuring Contracting Officer (PCO).

A3.3.2.2 Schedule the product verification audit and select the item(s) to be audited.

A3.3.2.3 Notify the PCO and the contractor when the PVA will begin. Notification shall be provided at least 15 working days prior to the audit date. Scheduled audits may be waived by the PCO on a case-by-case basis.

A3.4 AUDIT PROCEDURES

A3.4.1 Classifying Defects. Defects observed in the audited item(s) will be classified according to the following:

A3.4.1.1 Category I - Critical Defect. Defect that judgment and experience indicates likely to result in hazardous/unsafe conditions for individuals using, maintaining or depending upon the product; or a defect that judgment and experience indicates is likely to prevent performance of the tactical function of a major end item such as an aircraft, engine communication system, surveillance system or major part thereof. Critical defects are furthered identified as follows:

A3.4.1.1.1 Category IA - Defect attributable to the contractor's failure to comply with contractual requirements.

A3.4.1.1.2 Category IB - Defect not attributable to contractor's failure to comply with contractual requirements such as a design deficiency, inadequate or omitted requirement or defective Government Furnished Property (GFP).

A3.4.1.2 Category II - Major Defect. Defect other than critical that is likely to result in failure or reduce materially the usability of unit or product for its intended purpose. Major defects are further identified as follows:

A3.4.1.2.1 Category IIA - Defect attributable to the contractor's failure to comply with contractual requirements.

A3.4.1.2.2 Category IIB - Defect not attributable to contractor's failure to comply with contractual requirements such as a design deficiency, inadequate or omitted requirements or defective GFP.

A3.4.1.3 Category III - Minor Defect. Defect that is not likely to reduce materially the usability of the unit or product for its intended purposes or is a departure from established standards having little bearing on the effective use or operation of the

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unit. Minor defects are further identified as follows:

A3.4.1.3.1 Category IIIA - Defect attributable to the contractor's failure to comply with contractual requirements.

A3.4.1.3.2 Category IIIB - Defect not attributable to the contractor.

A3.4.1.4 Category IV - Defect caused during accomplishment of the audit disassembly or inspection process which would not have occurred had the contractor exercised proper care of the audit item, i.e., improper handling, improper disassembly technique.

A3.4.1.5 Procedural Defect – Reference paragraph A3.2.4. A3.4.2 Scheduling/Frequency A3.4.2.1 During the initial production phase, one of the first five items may be audited. The frequency for performing subsequent audits will be as specified in the schedule of the contract or by the PCO.

A3.4.2.2 The contractor may be directed by the PCO to extend or increase the frequency of the audits or to increase or decrease the scope thereof pursuant to the "changes" clause of the contract.

A3.4.2.3 Like or similar items may be grouped for audit purposes when the concurrence of the PCO or his designated representative has been obtained.

A3.4.3 Inspection and Test

A3.4.3.1 Audit candidates shall be randomly selected by the cognizant DOD QAR from all items currently available. It shall be the responsibility of the ACO to assure that an adequate number of items from which a random selection can be made are on hand at the time of the audit. Selection, except as specified in paragraph A3.4.3.2 below, shall be made from items which have been accepted by the Government but have not been shipped.

A3.4.3.2 The first five items of the initial production phase shall be set aside after having been tendered by the contractor as in conformity with the contract and inspected by the Government and not rejected for failure to comply with contractual requirements. Upon completing the testing and disassembly portion of the audit of the selected candidate and if no Category I or II defects are found during the audit, the other four items will be accepted by the Government. In any Category I or II defect is found in the audit candidate, the contractor shall satisfy the Government that such defect does not exist in the other four items prior to Government acceptance thereof. The audit candidate shall be accepted by the

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Government upon compliance with paragraph A3.4.4.6 below.

A3.4.3.3 The items selected for audit shall be inspected for adherence to preservation, packing, packaging and marking requirements prior to removal from the shipping container. A visual inspection and functional test shall be performed prior to disassembly.

A3.4.3.4 Disassembly shall be performed in a secure area accessible only to audit participants. Normally, audit participation will be limited to specified contractor production and quality control personnel, the cognizant DOD QAR and ALC personnel.

A3.4.3.5 Visual inspection, dimensional checks (such as backlash, end clearance and running clearance) and non-destructive testing will be accomplished during and after disassembly IAW applicable technical directives. Audit findings will be recorded for comparison with contractual requirements and the contractor's production/inspection records. Measuring and test equipment shall be reviewed for current calibration prior to use.

A3.4.3.6 Applicable accessories and components will be functionally tested and inspected to contractual specifications. This action may require disassembly in excess of the original contractor effort as determined necessary by the Government.

A3.4.4 Corrective Actions

A3.4.4.1 In the event a critical or major defect is observed, Government acceptance of further production will be withheld until the Government has either inspected other items for the observed defect(s) or has received suitable evidence from the contractor that the cause of such defect(s) has been corrected and the defect does not exist in other items. In the case where there is a probability of such defect existing in previously shipped items, the contractor will promptly advise the Government of the identity and destination of such previously shipped items.

A3.4.4.2 When Category IA, IIA or IIIA defects are found, the contractor shall implement measures in the repair process which will preclude recurrence.

A3.4.4.3 When Category IB, IIB or IIIB defects are found, actions will be taken as directed by the Government pursuant to the contract.

A3.4.4.4 When Category IV defects are noted, the contractor shall take those actions necessary to preclude recurrence.

A3.4.4.5 When Procedural Deficiencies are noted, the contractor shall take those actions necessary to correct the procedures or operations concerned.

A3.4.4.6 Upon completion of the audit, all defects attributable to failure to comply with contractual requirements or attributable to the performance of the PVA shall be corrected. All noted defects shall be corrected and the item assembled and functionally tested IAW applicable repair specifications including preservation, packing, packaging, marking and update of records.

A3.4.4.7 After the audit is completed, the DOD QAR shall conduct a critique attended by contractor personnel and ALC representative(s). Findings, classifications and corrective actions shall be discussed and determination of defect cause(s) established (e.g. workmanship, tooling, technical requirements, etc.). The contractor shall take immediate action to correct and preclude recurrence of all defects or deficiencies attributable to failure to comply with contractual requirements, subject to the provisions of paragraph A3.5.1.10 below.

A3.5 AUDIT RESULTS

A3.5.1 The quality office of the CAO activity shall prepare and forward to the responsible PCO the finalized audit findings within 10 working days after completion of the audit. Finalized findings will contain the following information:

A3.5.1.1 Name and address of the contractor. A3.5.1.2 Contract number.

A3.5.1.3 Descriptive noun, Federal Stock Number, part number and serial number of the item audited.

A3.5.1.4 Summary of total defects.

A3.5.1.6 A description of defects listed by category (commencing with critical). The defective item will be identified by part number and standard nomenclature.

A3.5.1.7 Cause(s) for each noted defect.

A3.5.1.8 Corrective action(s) taken on each classified defect attributable to failure to comply with contractual requirements, or a projected target date for completion when not otherwise immediately corrected.

A3.5.1.9 Procedural deficiencies noted and the corrective actions applied.

A3.5.1.10 The signature of the DOD QA participants, contractor management personnel and ALC representative(s). Non-concurrence with the findings shall be specifically annotated in the vicinity of the applicable signatures. Non-concurrence by the contractor as to the existence or classification of a defect or as to whether or not a defect is attributable to failure to comply with contractual requirements shall be subject to the procedures set forth in the clause entitled "Dispute."