DRAFT PWS-CFP-Jun25.pdf

Version 1 // Drafted 30 Jun 2025

PERFORMANCE-BASED WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

FOR

COMPUTERIZED FLIGHT PLANNING SOFTWARE SOLUTION

AND

NAV CHART SERVICES

89 OG/OGP

POC: Neffrie N. Luciano Date: 30 June 2025

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Chapter Title Page

1 Description of Services / General Information

1.1 Scope

1.2 Computer Flight Planning

1.3 Navigation and Charting Products / Services

1.4 Customer Aircraft

1.5 Installation and Training

1.6 Customer Service

1.7 Manuals and Reference Material

1.8 Software Maintenance

2 2.1 Services Summary - Performance Objectives and Standards 9

3 3.1 General Information - Quality Control Plan 11

4 4.1 Government-furnished Property and Services 12

5 5.1 Appendix - Workload Estimate 13

CHAPTER 1.

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES / GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1 Scope. The contractor shall provide a variety of aviation support–related products and services to support the 89th Airlift Wing’s (89 AW) Special Air Mission (SAM) pilots and mission/trip planners (hereafter referred to as the customer). All products and services required which are included in this document are exclusively to support the executive airlift units assigned aircraft fleet. Specific and detailed requirements are outlined in the remaining paragraphs of this chapter. In a general summary, the contractor shall provide current worldwide computerized flight planning/charting client software with 24/7/365 unlimited computational capability and access. Products must be compatible with and in compliance with Department of Defense (DoD), Air Force (AF), 89th Airlift Wing (89AW) Information Technology, network and computer software instructions, policies, directives and standards, to include software maintenance in accordance with commercial industrial standards and applicable federal, state and local regulations to ensure complete, current and accurate computerized flight planning services.

1.2 Computerized flight planning service. Through the use of remote data terminals-provide software/internet web-based flight planning engine, the contractor shall provide the customer’s request ability to the contractor’s host server and receive an unlimited quantity of accurately calculated flight plans through a request/response interactive method. The contractor must also provide up-to-date, and Air Force Network (AFNET) approved flight planning and charting software (in the form of DVD and wireless download) which are loaded and used simultaneously on 25 different personal computers for mission planning.

1.2.1 Flight plan capabilities. The contractor shall maintain the capability which allows for an unlimited number of flight plan requests and modification. Flight plans must also be able to be saved, retrieved and/or printed for later editing and use. The software must allow users to enter requests off-line (remote), save for later use and be able to transmit multiple requests to the host server as desired.

1.2.2 Route computations. The contractor shall provide the customer with the ability and choice to specify a wide variety and combination of route constraints to control, limit, or make flexible the route computation on flight plans.

1.2.3 Flight plan parameters. The contractor shall provide the customer the flexibility to specify the following categories of information to control the parameters on which the flight plan is computed: points of departure and arrival, route constraints, flight profile, both historic and actual wind information at all normal flight levels, holding time, destination alternate, take-off time, aircraft type, cruise mode, flexible routing, fuel loads, aircraft weights, payloads, ETOPS (Extended Twin Engine Over-water Procedures), Euro Control validation, optimize for fuel conservation or minimum flight time, climb/descent bias and drift down calculations.

1.2.4 Flight plan content. The contractor shall provide, upon request via host computer and on-site server, computerized flight plans for the customer. Each flight plan shall contain the following information: time/distance/fuel summary, aircraft type and cruise modes, overall wind factor, max turbulence data, points of departure and arrival, route segment data in tabular format, each FIR/UIR (flight information rules/upper flight rules) entered and the total elapsed time enroute to that region, route summary, GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) date and time of computation, flight plan index or other unique identifier that cross references the flight plan to the flight plan request. The customer must be able to select different types of formats. All flight plans accessed by the user must have a route summary which describes the route as it must be entered on an international flight plan. All waypoints and navigational data contained in the flight plans must be compatible with the aircraft navigational databases of the 89th fleet as stated in paragraph

1.4 below.

1.3 Navigation and charting products/services. Through the means of DVD sent via express delivery service (e.g. FEDEX, UPS, not via USPS), and remote data terminals and web downloads, the contractor shall allow the customer to receive all product requests and updates from the contractor’s host computer at least three (3) days prior to expiration.

1.3.1 North Atlantic tracks (NATs). The contractor must ensure that organized NAT (North Atlantic Tracks) are updated and available for customer use within one hour of publication and are accessible via ARINC, SITA or AFTN.

1.3.2 Electronic charting software products. The contractor shall provide electronic charting software DVD containing a complete, current world-wide database which interfaces with the computer flight planning system and enables the ability to produce and print route packs for visual reference. The software must be able to be loaded and used simultaneously on 25 different personal computers. The contractor shall deliver a minimum of two DVD discs, ensuring the discs have the capacity to update multiple machines as required above not later than three (3) days prior to previous chart expiration date.

1.3.3 Charting mobile application. Contractor will provide 300 devices (site licenses) to use with mobile Jeppesen Flight Deck Pro (FD) with Jeppesen Military Charting Service (JMCS) and Foreflight iPad applications with current worldwide navigational charting data to support core users of 21 aircraft listed in para 1.4 Customer Aircraft.

1.3.4 Charting database requirements. The contractor shall maintain current and accurate databases of civil airway route structures (high and low altitude), navigational aids, reporting points, airfields, SIDs (Standard Instrument Departure), STARs (Standard Terminal Arrival Routing), preferred routes, restricted airspace, the allowed flight levels and one-way airway restrictions. User must have capability to retrieve and view flight plans electronically on enroute charts. User must have the capability to manipulate routes graphically using “rubber band routing”.

The contractor must have the capability to electronically file flight plans with ATC and to validate flight plans through Euro-Control (European Air Traffic Control). The customer must have capability to retrieve and view navigation and charting products via printed form, or DVD. The customer shall have access to a complete electronic list of all checkpoints stored in the route database.

1.3.5 Worldwide Flight Planning.

Global route planning capability using:

ICAO-compliant routes Preferred airways (PACOTS, NAT Tracks, AUSOTS, etc.)

Custom point-to-point routing for military operations

Access to global aeronautical data (Jeppesen, NGA, etc.)

Capability to operate in hostile/contested or degraded environments (i.e., GPS-denied, limited comms)

Ability to visualize 3 or more routings (Winds Optimize, Euro Control, Customer, etc..) at once

1.3.6 Aircraft Performance.

Preloaded aircraft performance models (B737, B757, B747, G550, GV) Adjustments for aircraft weights, configurations, and fuel burn

Fuel burn bias must be confirmed to match (i.e. same burn rates) between CDS fuel planning models and bias programmed in aircraft FMS

Manufacturer-sourced climb, cruise, and descent data Special Engine Failure Procedures data in/output (calculation), Take Off and Landing

Performance Data input/output (calculation) FAA Aircraft Ice Holdover time input/output (calculation)

Crew customizable inputs that are calculated and output the holdover time per the given inputs Polar Route Operations Data input/output (calculation)

Fuel Freeze Strategy and monitor Requirements Cold Fuel Management Communication and Navigation, etc.

FAA/ICAO Polar Divert Location Requirements Verification

1.3.7 ETOPS / ETP Support.

Calculation and visualization of:

Equal Time Points (ETPs) for engine-out and depressurization scenarios ETOPS entry/exit points Diversion airport validation, weather, and NOTAM status

Automatic alerts when ETOPS alternates go below required minimums

1.3.8 Flight Following and Tracking.

Real-time flight tracking using ADS-B, SATCOM, ACARS, or military data feeds (Link-16, etc.)

Graphical display of aircraft positions, ETA updates, en route deviations Integrated NOTAM/weather alerting during flight Aircraft call sign, mission number, and color-coded operational status

1.3.9 Integration with Scheduling and Management Systems

API/EDI or secure interface with:

C2 and scheduling software (e.g., TRIPPLANNING.BIZ, GDSS, JEPPESEN

MILDISPATCH)

Mission Execution Forecast Tools

1.3.10 Integration with APACS (Automated Personnel and Aircraft Clearance System)

Automatic transmission of flight plans and crew manifests Real-time status check of diplomatic clearance approvals Alerting for APACS submission status, errors, and country-specific clearance windows

1.3.11 Secure Messaging & Filling

Direct ICAO flight plan filing with worldwide CAA/ATC authorities Integration with FAA, Eurocontrol, NAV CANADA, and other FIRs DoD message handling via AUTODIN, AMHS, or SIPRNet-based messaging

1.3.12 DoD IL4 Compliance

Must meet Department of Defense (DoD), Defense Security Information Agency (DISA), Department of the Air Force, 844th Communications Group, Cloud Computing Security Requirements Guide (SRG) Impact Level 4 (IL4):

Support for Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) DISA STIG-compliant architecture Hosted in IL4-authorized environments (e.g., AWS GovCloud IL4 ) Data encryption at rest and in transit (FIPS 140-2 minimum) Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and CAC/PIV access support

NOTE: Cyber Security requirements may change based on real word threats. Contracting shall achieve a higher level of compliance other than IL4 if required.

1.3.13 Fuel Planning and Weight & Balance

Fuel load optimization (based on mission profile, ETOPS, reserve, alternates) Detailed fuel burn profile per phase of flight w/ option for user customized speed/time/altitude profiles Load manifest integration and export to W&B tools

1.3.14 Debrief and After-Action Reporting

Flight playback and review Actual vs. planned time, fuel, route, altitude Export to AAR systems and squadron recordkeeping

1.3.15 Optional Enhancements

AI-driven route optimization for fuel/time savings Deconfliction with real-time TFRs, MOAs, restricted areas Native SIPRNet/NIPRNet hosting options Military-certified mobile EFB application support

NOTE: Contractor shall provide customer full access to all flight planning software solution capabilities at no additional cost to the government.

1.4 Customer aircraft. The contractor shall ensure that the following aircraft below can be supported:

NOTE: Contractor shall account for additional aircraft to be supported at no additional expense to the customer in the event of new acquisitions NTE by 3.

MDS Aircraft Type Quantity Tail Numbers

VC-25 Boeing 747-200 2 28000, 29000 C-32A Boeing 757-200 4 80001, 80002, 90003, 90004 C-40B Boeing 737-700 4 10040, 10041, 20042, 10015 C-37A Gulfstream V 4 70400, 70401, 90402, 90404

C-37B

Gulfstream 550

60500, 90525, 10550, 81942, 81947, 09141, 09149

1.5 Installation and Training. The contractor shall complete software installation and provide initial training at the Government’s facility to accomplish a smooth transition from the current flight plan system when upgrades to software necessitate as determined by the customer at no additional cost to the government.

1.6 Customer service. The contractor shall provide 24 hours/7 days a week, on-call technical assistance and an up-to-date list of customer service phone numbers in the user’s manual.

1.6.1 Routine account service. The contractor must make every effort to respond quickly to customer account problem areas, such as late or incorrect product deliveries, account access changes, and other administrative and/or product/service troubleshooting issues. In no case shall a reply be later than 24 hours from the initial request from the customer.

1.7 Manuals and reference material. For each software installation, the contractor shall provide a current user manual and any associated reference materials once the contract is awarded and provide updates as they are released with timely delivery to the customer by four

(4) days prior to expiration.

1.8 Software maintenance. The contractor shall provide all software for any user-owned remote terminal that is required to access the host computer and make use of the systems capabilities to request and retrieve flight plans. The contractor shall maintain this software, as required, to fix malfunctions, improve access performance, and maintain compatibility with changes to host’s copies of this software for unrestricted simultaneous use of all terminals.

CHAPTER 2

SERVICE DELIVERY SUMMARY

2.1 Performance Requirement Summary. The contractor shall minimally adhere to the following objectives and standards of performance throughout the duration of the contract.

2.2 Performance Requirement Summary Table.

Performance Objective Performance Standard Acceptable Quality Level (AQL)

1. Computerized Flight Planning/JMCS Software

Software must be AFNET (844CG, 89 CS) approved, updated, and installed on 25 PCs

100% compliance

2. Unlimited Flight Plan Computation

Unlimited access with no service interruption 99% uptime

3. Route Calculation and Parameter Capability

Must meet specifications in para

1.2.3 No deviations from specs

4. NATs, NOTAMs, and Eurocontrol Compliance

Must update within 1 hour of release 95% compliance

5. Electronic Charting (30 PCs + 300 Mobile Licenses)

Delivery and installation within 3 days of expiration 100% compliance

6. ETOPS and ETP Calculation Accuracy

Per para 1.3.7; Valid scenarios & alerts 100% accurate for all scenarios

7. Secure Messaging and Filing ICAO, DoD, Eurocontrol interfaced correctly No security breaches or errors

8. 24/7/365 Customer Support Respond to issues within 24 hours 99% within 24 hrs

9. System Maintenance and Compatibility

No more than 2 major malfunctions per quarter 2 issues per quarter

10. Training and Transition Support

All user training completed prior to operational deployment 100% training compliance

11. Mobile Application Integration Jeppesen FD, JMCS & Foreflight functioning on 300 devices 10% error reports

12. Cybersecurity Compliance (DoD IL4 or Higher)

Meets all DOD, DISA, AF, 844CG, 89 CS standards by FY27 100% IL4 Higher compliance

CHAPTER 3.

GENERAL INFORMATION

3.1 Quality Control Plan: Through implementation of the contractor’s quality control program/procedures, the government shall receive quality services meeting the requirements of the contract. The contractor shall employ a commercial quality control plan which is required with the contractor’s proposal to ensure a means to maintain compliance with the solicitation and any resultant contract, and identify, prevent and ensure non-recurrence of defective services.

3.2. eCRMA Reporting

3.2.1. The contractor shall report ALL contractor labor hours (including subcontractor labor hours) required for performance of services provided under this contract for the [NAMED COMPONENT] via a secure data collection site. The contractor is required to completely fill in all required data fields at http://www.ecmra.mil.

3.2.2. 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.”

http://www.ecmra.mil/

CHAPTER 4.

GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED PROPERTY AND SERVICES

4.1 Government computers. The government shall provide all computers and network connectivity to run contractor products which are housed on the installation network.

Appendix 5.1.

WORKLOAD ESTIMATE

ITEM NAME ESTIMATED

QUANTITY

Flight plans

Unlimited

Flight planning software

35 site licenses

Mobile FD Application

300 devices (site licenses)