0301PWSVNCAircraftMaintenancePWS23Aug07A0007.pdf

23 Aug 07 FA3002-06-R-0003

Section 3-1 Aircraft Maintenance

3.1. Description of Services/General Information.

3.1.1. Aircraft Maintenance Mission. This Performance Work Statement (PWS) consists of aircraft and equipment maintenance functions necessary to support the Vance AFB Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training (SUPT) Program, the overall mission of the 71st Flying Training Wing (FTW), mission support agreements with other agencies and any other flying program that supports the mission of the 71 FTW. The service provider shall perform the aircraft maintenance mission and all other functions in a professional manner and provide well-maintained aircraft and equipment for pilot and aircrew training needs. Service provider management shall establish a positive working relationship with wing and host unit leadership and demonstrate an emphasis on quality of service. The service provider is expected to be a partner with the 71 FTW and all other Vance AFB communities in continuously improving the quality of programs and service offered to customers. The workforce shall be technically trained, professional, courteous, and focused on customer support. Flightline personnel shall prepare the aircraft before crew arrival, assist the aircrew during flight preparations, and be in place to recover, inspect, and service each aircraft before the next launch as required by the – 6 Work Card inspection requirements for each model design series (MDS). Training, safety and quality assurance programs shall ensure all maintenance is performed and documented in accordance with (IAW) Government directives and technical data.

3.1.1.1. Maintenance Discipline. Maintenance discipline involves integrity in all aspects of the maintenance process. The service provider shall ensure all maintenance personnel comply with all written guidance required for repairs, inspections, and documentation. The service provider shall ensure quality of services and workmanship in a timely manner to meet Wing mission requirements.

3.1.1.2. Use of Technical Orders and Supplements: The service provider shall ensure that prescribed technical data is used to maintain aircraft and equipment. As Technical Orders are referenced throughout this PWS, the service provider shall also adhere to all applicable supplements to these Technical Orders.

3.1.1.3. AETC Supplements to Air Force Instructions (AFI), Regulations and other Air Force and DoD Publications: The service provider shall adhere to all AETC Supplements pertaining to required instructions, regulations and other publications. As references to AFI’s and other publications are made throughout this PWS, this shall include requirements of any/all AETC supplements issued to these publications. AETC supplements are not referenced throughout this PWS but shall still be adhered to when the original publication is referenced. For example, following requirements of AFI 21-101 includes following requirements of AFI 21-101, AETC Supplement 1.

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3.1.1.3.1. Although not specifically referenced in each paragraph of this PWS, it is understood that the requirements outlined in the applicable chapters of AFI 21-101 shall be followed. The following chapters from AFI 21-101 are applicable to this PWS:

Chapter 1 (except paragraphs 1.12, 1.17, 1.18, 1.20, 1.21, 1.22, 1.23, and Section 1B – ALC/AMARC Only);

Chapter 2 (except paragraphs 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, and 2.17);

Chapter 3 (except paragraphs 3.3, 3.4.1.24, 3.4.1.25, 3.4.1.26, 3.4.1.44, 3.4.1.45, 3.4.1.46, 3.4.1.47, 3.4.1.48, 3.4.1.55, 3.4.1.62, 3.4.1.64, 3.4.1.72, 3.4.1.73, 3.4.1.82, 3.4.1.83, 3.4.1.88, 3.4.1.89, 3.5.1.1.1, 3.5.1.1.2, and 3.5.1.3);

Chapter 4 (except paragraphs 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 4.5, 4.9, 4.10, 4.11, 4.12, and 4.13);

Chapter 5 (except paragraphs 5.2, 5.3, 5.4, 5.5, 5.6, 5.8, 5.9.13, 5.9.14, 5.9.15, 5.9.16, 5.9.18, 5.9.19, 5.9.20, 5.9.21, and 5.9.22);

Chapter 6 (except paragraphs 6.2, 6.4, 6.5, and 6.6);

Chapter 7 (except paragraphs 7.2.1, 7.2.3, and 7.2.4 – 7.2.4.2);

Chapter 8 As a guide (except Section 8B – ALC/AMARC Only);

Chapter 9;

Chapter 10; (except Section 10B – ALC/AMARC Only);

Chapter 11;

Chapter 14 (except paragraphs 14.1, 14.2, 14.5, 14.9, 14.12, 14.18, 14.21, 14.23, 14.24, 14.25, 14.30, 14.33, 14.35, 14.37, 14.38, and Section 14B - ALC/AMARC Only)

3.1.1.3.2. AFI 21-101 references other AFI’s and Directives, these will be complied with to the maximum extent practical to perform the required services for aircraft maintenance.

3.1.1.3.3. For the purpose of this PWS, an Information Management Tool (IMT) and Form are synonymous (e.g. AETC IMT/Form 1236).

3.1.1.4. The service provider shall:

3.1.1.4.1. Perform aircraft maintenance operations support (Organizational Level) for T-1, T- 6, and T-38 aircraft to include support for the Introduction to Fighter Fundamentals (IFF) mission. This includes, but is not limited to; aircraft ground handling, launch and recovery, Pre-flight/Thru-flight/Basic Post flight, Hourly Post Flight, Periodic, and Phase inspections, Transient Maintenance service for visiting aircraft at Vance AFB OK, and perform maintenance data inputs into the Air Force's Maintenance Information Systems (MIS).

Woodring Regional airport in Enid, Oklahoma and Kegelman auxiliary field in Jet, Oklahoma are part of everyday activities and are not considered off station recovery. All repair and maintenance actions shall be accomplished IAW the objectives and responsibilities outlined in AF/AETC/Unit directives, and all applicable technical orders and technical data.

3.1.1.4.2. Perform off-station aircraft repair for all AETC T-1, T-6, and T-38 aircraft within the Vance AFB area of responsibility to include the western region of the US and occasionally Alaska and Canada.

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3.1.1.4.3. Perform on-and off-equipment maintenance (repairs, upkeep, inspections, Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTOs), Time Change Items (TCIs) and One Time Inspections (OTIs)) on aircraft and equipment to include but not limited to; intermediate level and J-85 engine maintenance, industrial support services, aircraft systems back-shop maintenance support for avionics, electrical-environmental, fuel systems, aircrew egress systems, hydraulics, aerospace ground equipment (AGE), fabrication shops (plastic media blast, paint, sheet-metal, welding, machine, fabrication inspection and repair of aircrew life support equipment), and Non Destructive Inspections (NDI).

3.1.1.4.4. Ensure service provider's programs include aircraft and equipment records management/documentation, aircraft and equipment planning and scheduling, component TCI and TCTO management, and ordering of aircraft and equipment parts through the unit base supply systems and on site Contractor Operated and Maintained Base Supply (COMBS).

Provide Government property management, Government facility management, service provider custodial services and minor facility upkeep for all assigned facilities.

3.1.1.4.5. Provide support to other units which includes, but is not limited to Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratory (PMEL). Services include calibration and certification of avionics/electrical test equipment by the PMEL for organizations in 71 FTW and other Air National Guard, Air Force Reserve or Active Duty bases as required.

3.1.1.4.6. Operate, maintain, and perform all functions associated with the Munitions Storage Area (MSA) to include, but not limited to; facility management, receiving, inspecting, maintaining, storing, and accounting for all munitions required to support Vance AFB and other unit missions.

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3.1.1.4.7. Meet or exceed the AETC contract and Government surveillance performance thresholds. See Section 3-2 for performance thresholds and calculation methods. Note:

These performance thresholds and calculations may be adjusted periodically.

3.1.1.4.8. Provide sufficient mission capable aircraft per scheduled flying day, configured IAW the daily/weekly/monthly flying schedule, to ensure accomplishment of the programmed AETC SUPT, and other training support as required. (See Appendix 3BA for flying hour program projection and workload data).

3.1.1.4.9. Support any assessment, inspection, exercise, deployment, static display, flyover (IAW AFI 11-209), incentive flight, open house (airshow), Medical Air Evac, ROTC orientation flight, Civilian Fly-in, or Change of Command Ceremony, that involves aircraft and/or maintenance resources. These events may occur on weekends or holidays. Cost associated with these events shall be included in the Target Cost. Normal notification will be provided to the service provider at the weekly flying scheduling meeting. (Note:

Circumstances may dictate that less than one week’s notice be given due to changing mission requirements.) In addition, the service provider may participate in and support maintenance competitions.

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3.1.1.4.10. Support all Wing PLANS, support agreements, weather evacuation support, all other plans, additional duties, and provide all required reports. These events may occur on weekends and holidays. Cost associated with these events shall be included in the Target Cost. These requirements may be adjusted periodically.

3.1.2. Duty Hours.

3.1.2.1. Hours of Operation. Operating hours established by the service provider shall be consistent with meeting the contract performance requirements or as directed by the Contracting Officer (CO). Duty hours for supporting the maintenance functions shall be IAW applicable, AF, AETC and local directives and the daily/weekly-flying schedule, to ensure accomplishment of flying hour projections and support requirements.

3.1.2.2. Reserved.

3.1.2.3. Transient Maintenance Operation Hours. The service provider shall provide transient maintenance support Monday through Friday beginning 30 minutes before runways are open and continue until runways are closed. The service provider shall provide transient maintenance support on weekends/non-flying days beginning 30 minutes before the runways open and continue until runways are closed IAW DoD Flight Information Publication (Enroute) IFR-Supplement United States, as revised every eight weeks, or as directed by the CO. Transient personnel will notify Government QAE of all incoming aircraft.

3.1.2.3.1. When transient departures are planned at airfield opening, transient aircraft will be ready for launch a minimum of 30 minutes prior to airfield opening. If transient aircraft arrive prior to field closing, transient services will be maintained until all transient aircraft are received, serviced, and secured. Cost will be included in Target Cost.

3.1.3. Flying Program.

3.1.3.1. 71 FTW Program Allocation Projection. By the beginning of the basic performance period and each option year, 71 FTW will issue flying training hour projections for the next contract performance period (See Appendix 3BA for adjustments).

3.1.3.2. The AETC Program Allocation (PA) document shall be used, by the service provider, to manage the support of the flying training program. This document reflects flying training hour projections for T-1, T-6, and T-38 type missions and aircraft utilization projections. When significant changes (outside the -/+ 3% parameters in Appendix 3BA) occur, an annex/update to the AETC/PA document will be issued for purposes of making flying training hour adjustments, and so the service provider may initiate any downward or upward measures required to support the flying program.

3.1.3.3. Variables to “AETC Flying Hour/Sortie Allocation”. Minor variations to the program are inevitable because of the time projection of the document. Many of the factors which cause variations can be identified although the exact effect of each cannot be

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3-1-4 programmed. An allowance for average losses in effective flying days due to adverse weather has been included in the flying sortie projections. Although historical experience data on the above mentioned variable factors are combined into each new AETC/PA document, deviations from it may occur. Such variable factors include:

(A). Prolonged periods of bad weather exceeding historical attrition.

(B). Student attrition rate fluctuation.

(C). Aircraft deliveries/attrition.

(D). Program guidance changes directed by higher headquarters.

(E). Other related factors.

3.1.3.4. Flying Training Requirements. Appendix 3BA shows projected flying hours. The service provider shall be responsible for support of all flying requirements in Appendix 3BA.

Hours depicted include student training, instructor upgrading, administrative requirements, and flight tests. For planning purposes, the following policies are considered:

3.1.3.4.1. Local flying will be required on weekends and/or holidays if un-programmed sortie attrition results in a significant sortie deficit.( See Section B, Weekend Flying)

3.1.3.4.2. The service provider shall support periods when night flying is accomplished.

Night flying is a required student learning exercise and will normally occur monthly, for a one-week period, but this may be extended as pilot training requires. The service provider shall be expected to adapt work hours to support the flightline units that night fly.

3.1.3.4.3. Cross-country and deployment aircraft will be launched, normally on Friday and occasionally on Saturday and Sunday. Cross-country recovery will normally be accomplished on Sunday and occasionally on Saturday or holidays. Cost shall be included in Target Cost.

3.1.4. Personnel.

3.1.4.1. The service provider shall exercise management and operational control over, and retain full responsibility for, performance requirements set forth in this PWS. The Government will not supervise or otherwise direct contractor employees. The Government will inspect contractor performance IAW the Performance Plan (also known as the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan or QASP) and any other clauses included in the contract.

3.1.4.2. The service provider shall provide only properly trained, qualified, and/or certified technicians to meet mission requirements. (See Par 3.1.21 for minimum training requirements for personnel not possessing adequate prior qualifications and experience). Acceptable prior qualifications include; personnel who have performed aircraft or equipment maintenance must

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3-1-5 have at least one year of recent experience, within past three years, on T-1, T-6, T-37, T-38, Beech 400 aircraft maintenance, and Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE); Test, Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE); etc. Personnel who perform Aircrew Egress Systems maintenance shall meet formal training prerequisites IAW AFI 21-112, Par 4.

3.1.4.3. The service provider’s maintenance personnel must be able to read, write, speak and understand American English.

3.1.4.4. Service provider personnel shall conduct daily operations in a professional/courteous manner and present a clean, neat appearance and be easily recognized as service provider personnel. Recognition will be accomplished by distinctive clothing (uniforms, ball caps, and identification badges bearing the company name and/or logo). See Section H Clause.

Note: if caps are worn on the flightline they must adhere to AF, AETC and OSHA Foreign Object Damage prevention directives.

3.1.5. Security.

3.1.5.1. The service provider shall support and comply with all security requirements reflected in this PWS. See Section 2-1, Paragraph 2.1.8. for security requirements.

3.1.6. Environmental Protection.

3.1.6.1. The service provider shall comply with all environmental protection requirements.

See Section 2-1, Paragraph 2.1.10. for environmental protection requirements and the Environmental PWS in this contract.

3.1.7. Occupational Safety and Health.

3.1.7.1. The service provider shall support and comply with all occupational safety and health requirements reflected in this PWS. See Section 2-1, Paragraph 2.1.7. for primary occupational safety and health requirements.

3.1.7.2. Service provider personnel shall comply with AFOSHSTD 91-100.

3.1.7.3. The service provider shall ensure clothing, jewelry, hairpieces and accessories worn by service provider personnel, with access to the flightline, do not present a potential FOD hazard or present potential damage to aircraft or equipment.

3.1.7.4. The service provider shall identify and control all parts submitted for teardown analysis or deficiency reporting (DR) in conjunction with safety and/or accident investigations IAW Government directives.

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3.1.7.5. Service provider personnel shall conform to TO 00-25-172, Ground Servicing of Aircraft and Static Grounding/Bonding, AFMAN 91-201, Section 2A, and Explosive Safety Standards.

3.1.8. Service Provider Contingency.

3.1.8.1. The service provider shall support and comply with all contingency requirements reflected in this PWS. See Section 2-1, Paragraph 2.1.4. for contingency requirements.

3.1.9. Emergency Plans & Services.

3.1.9.1. The service provider shall support and comply with all emergency plans and services requirements reflected in this PWS. See Section 2-1, Paragraph 2.1.22. for emergency plans & services requirements.

3.1.10. Technical Guidance.

3.1.10.1. The service provider shall support and comply with all technical guidance requirements reflected in this PWS. See Section 2-1, Paragraph 2.1.11. for technical guidance requirements.

3.1.11. Communications

3.1.11.1. The service provider shall support and comply with all communications requirements reflected in this PWS. See Section 2-1, Paragraph 2.1.12. for communications requirements.

3.1.12. Required Reports and Collateral Duties. The service provider shall:

3.1.12.1. Furnish to the Government required reports and summaries as listed in Appendix 3D. The service provider shall coordinate or send a courtesy copy of all required reports to the Government QAE as shown in the appendix. Any additional electronic correspondence between the service provider and higher headquarters will be coordinated through the Government QAE office. The Government will have unlimited rights to use, duplicate, or disclose such reports in whole, or in part, in any manner, and for any purpose whatsoever, and to permit others to do so.

3.1.12.2. Provide updates to historical data and appendices when a need exists as determined by the Government QAE and/or CO.

3.1.12.3. Perform all duties and tasks required of the collateral tasks/additional duties listed in Appendix 3E.

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3.1.12.4. Provide a single point of contact for coordinating the following; (A) All plans. (B) All Support Agreements. (C) All Memoranda of Agreement.

3.1.13. Records Management & Administrative Support.

3.1.13.1. The service provider shall support and comply with all records management & administrative support requirements reflected in this PWS. See Section 2-1, Paragraph

2.1.13. and Paragraph 2.1.20. for records management & administrative support requirements.

3.1.14. Service Provider Furnished Services, Equipment, Property, Supplies and Vehicles.

3.1.14.1. The service provider shall support and comply with all service provider furnished services, equipment, property, supplies and vehicles requirements reflected in this PWS. See Section 2-1, Paragraph 2.1.23. for these requirements.

3.1.15. Government Observations.

3.1.15.1. The service provider shall support and comply with all Government observation requirements reflected in this PWS. See Section 2-1, Paragraph 2.1.18. for Government observation requirements.

3.1.16. Service Provider Mobilization/Changeover.

3.1.16.1. The service provider shall support and comply with all mobilization/changeover requirements reflected in this PWS. See Section 2-1, Paragraph 2.1.19. for mobilization/changeover requirements.

3.1.17. Facilities Management.

3.1.17.1. The service provider shall support and comply with all facilities requirements reflected in this PWS. See Operations and Maintenance and Custodial Sections for additional facilities requirements.

3.1.17.2. Aircraft Flightline Shelters. The service provider shall perform and document inspections, and minor maintenance, on all aircraft flightline shelters. Structural framework, hardware, and fabric covering shall be inspected semi-annually for damage and deterioration, and cleanliness/contamination of fabric covers. Service provider shall perform minor paint, replacement of hardware, and adjustment of covering tension control devices. Major maintenance and repair will be performed using Wing operations and maintenance (O&M) funding.

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3.1.17.3. Specific Industrial Area Custodial/Housekeeping Requirements. Industrial area floors and flightlines shall be maintained so that fluid spills (i.e., hydraulic fluid, oil, fuel, etc.), grease and foreign debris are cleaned and/or removed as they occur, when associated with maintenance actions. Aircraft parts and panels will be stored off the floors and shall be properly tagged IAW AFI 21-101 to reflect the aircraft or equipment the item was removed from. Hangar floors and other industrial areas are covered with a special corrosion resistant, anti slip coating. These floors shall be maintained so that fluid spills (e.g., hydraulic fluid, oil, fuel, solvents, etc.), grease, and foreign debris are cleaned/removed as soon as they occur.

Maintenance includes sweeping and mopping on a scheduled basis.

3.1.17.4. Custodial/Housekeeping Requirements. The service provider shall ensure all hangars, flightlines, industrial areas, offices, break areas, warehouses, and restroom areas under the service provider’s control present a professional (clean and neat) appearance at all times; i.e., (not inclusive) all floors, surfaces, walls, baseboards, ceilings, light fixtures, vents, glass, blinds, furniture and personnel lockers are clean, free of litter, dust and foreign debris.

3.1.17.4.1. Tile floors shall have a uniform appearance and be free of dirt, stains, dust, debris, scuff marks, and present a glossy uniform appearance free of any film or swirl marks. There shall be no splash marks or mops streaks on furniture, walls, baseboards, etc., or carpeted floors.

3.1.17.5. Periodically, the Government will require use of identified facilities (i.e., hangars or other facilities as required) for special events, i.e., Change of Command Ceremony, etc. The Government will coordinate use of these facilities with the service provider. The service provider shall be responsible for facility clean up prior to the event. The requesting organization will be responsible for set-up and clean up after use.

3.1.18. Financial Management.

3.1.18.1. The service provider shall support and comply with all financial management requirements reflected in this PWS. See Section 2-1, Paragraph 2.1.14. for financial management requirements

3.1.18.2. The budget management function shall monitor the status of supply and equipment expenditures. Expenditures shall be tracked by cost per aircraft flying hour, cost per O&M day and non-flying hour costs incurred in the day-to-day flying operations. Changes or potential problems in requirements that will have a significant impact on funding shall be brought to the attention of the Resource Advisor (RA). Funds obligated in General Support Division and Material Support Division accounts shall be tracked independently. Not later than the end of the second month of each quarter the budget management function shall perform a financial status assessment of the account and coordinate additional quarterly phasing request with the Resource Management Office. Financial status evaluation is essential to ensure necessary base funded materials and services are available to support the production activity and determine if expenditures are progressing as planned.

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3.1.18.3. The service provider shall be responsible for all maintenance duties/requirements associated with Integrated Maintenance Data System-Central Data Base (IMDS- CDB)/Standard Base Supply System (SBSS) and the submission of abstracts for Government Purchase Card (GPC) purchases. These duties/requirements include: complete all research and purchase data for GPC abstract and coordinate the purchase request with the GPC cardholder.

3.1.19. Protection of Safety and Competition Sensitive Information.

3.1.19.1. During the performance of this contract, the service provider shall access Government information in its Application Support Environment (ASE) databases, also known as the Deficiency Reporting and Investigating System (DRIS), in order to initiate, send, track, and respond to deficiency reports as specified in TO 00-35D-54. Access to specific databases will be controlled by the Government based on mission requirements, and access is limited to the GO21 database for T-38 aircraft, including associated engines and support equipment, and the DB15 database for T-6A aircraft. This system supports, or will support, one or more "competition-sensitive" service providers’ past performance evaluation and rating systems. "Competition-sensitive" information is all quality data on any service provider listed in any ASE databases. This data may be used as a source selection evaluation factor or an evaluation factor in another solicitation evaluation technique, accumulated to compute a quality performance rating or a computed rating. The service provider agrees that information obtained from any ASE databases, or a successor system, will not be used for any purpose other than performance of this contract.

3.1.19.2. In addition, the service provider shall:

3.1.19.2.1. Limit access to the number of service provider employees required to perform this contract.

3.1.19.2.2. Obtain a written agreement from each employee working under this contract which states the employee will not disclose "competition-sensitive" information except to other service provider employees requiring access to the information for performance or management of this contract. The agreement shall continue in effect after completion or termination of this contract.

3.1.19.3. The Government may provide to the service provider sanitized safety information from previous mishaps in order to use the lessons learned from these mishaps. The information is to be used solely for mishap prevention purposes within the service provider organization and no further dissemination is authorized. Only the service provider personnel directly involved in maintenance operations or training shall have access to the sanitized safety information. Written safety information shall be returned to the Air Force Safety Office that provided the information. Retaining copies of the written information provided by the Air Force is not authorized. Service provider shall ensure that all personnel receiving and/or utilizing this information shall abide by these restrictions.

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3.1.20. Information Systems (IS).

3.1.20.1. The service provider shall support and comply with all IS requirements reflected in this PWS. See Section 2-1, Paragraph 2.1.12. for IS requirements.

3.1.20.2. In addition, the service provider shall:

3.1.20.2.1. Perform all Automated Data Processing Equipment (ADPE) input tasks IAW AFI 21-101, AFCSM 21-556 (V2), TO 00-25-254, 33 Series AFI’s and environmental requirements as identified.

3.1.20.2.2.. Be responsible for establishing and maintaining accounts, access, clearance, and passwords to network providers to include: Internet, AFMETCAL DET 1 METWEB world-wide-server, and other locations where required information is required to be downloaded, uploaded, or viewed in performance of this PWS.

3.1.20.2.3. Use, manage and support MIS Programs IAW AFI 21-101. The service provider shall support IMDS-CDB and AETC automated status reporting/scheduling/technical systems, including Comprehensive Engine Management System (CEMS), Reliability Equipment Maintenance Information System (REMIS), PMEL Automated Management System (PAMS), Automated Technical Order Management System (ATOMS) and Joint Computer Aided Logistics Support (JCALS). For T-38 interface the service provider shall use the Integrated Maintenance Information System (IMIS). The service provider shall support and participate in surveys, studies and tests of systems upgrades and changes relating to MIS and CS hardware, software, systems, etc.

3.1.20.2.4. Use IMDS-CDB products and perform all IMDS-CDB input tasks IAW AFI 21- 101, AFI 21-103, AETCI 21-104, AETCI 21-105, TO 00-25-254, and 00-20 series TOs.

3.1.21. Training. The service provider shall:

3.1.21.1. Develop a Training Program containing written procedures to ensure employees are fully trained, task proficient and task certified prior to being declared position qualified for each aircraft and/or equipment servicing, towing and maintenance duty position category.

The service provider shall establish qualification standards for each position in each workcenter. The program shall meet requirements of AFI 21-101, AFI 21-112 and AETCI 21-112.

3.1.21.2. Individuals selected for duty positions that do not meet requirements stipulated in PWS paragraph 3.1.4.2, shall have their prior experience and qualification records reviewed by the Supervisor and the Unit Training Manager and individuals training records annotated accordingly. As a minimum, the individual shall receive; (a) service provider formal classroom training that includes, but not limited to, basic aircraft and/or equipment systems knowledge, safety, documentation, tool control and FOD awareness, and, (b) a structured

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MDS specific on-the-job training program (OJT) that includes a follow-on position task evaluation/certification process. Formal classroom courses and OJT shall be tailored to the duty position being filled, i.e., Helper, Flightline; Helper, Mechanic; Mechanic, Aircraft.

3.1.21.2.1. Individuals selected for duty positions addressed above that meet requirements stipulated in PWS paragraph 3.1.4.2 shall have their prior experience and qualification records reviewed by the Supervisor and the Unit Training Manager and individuals training records annotated accordingly. If prior experience and qualifications are specifically related to position being filled, a Supervisor and Training Manager determination for refresher training and completion of a position task evaluation/certification process is required.

3.1.21.2.2. Individuals selected for duty positions addressed above that have prior training and experience on similar aircraft and/or equipment such as Navy, Army, and civilian aircraft (with FAA Certification/License), or current employees transferring to other maintenance sections, shall have their prior experience and qualification records reviewed by the Supervisor and the Unit Training Manager and individuals training records annotated accordingly. As a minimum, these individuals shall complete a service provider Familiarization Course, a structured MDS specific OJT program and a position task evaluation/certification process.

3.1.21.3. Accomplish the tasks of training management IAW AETCI 21-112.

3.1.21.4. Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and first aid training IAW Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards.

3.1.21.5. Formulate, and submit to the CO, a comprehensive Aircraft Maintenance Training/Qualification/Certification Plan for its employees at the pre-performance conference. This plan shall include, as a minimum:

3.1.21.5.1. Minimum requirements set forth in AFI 21-101, AFI 21-112, AETCI 21-112 and requirements of this PWS.

3.1.21.5.2. Specific milestones, frequencies, and/or intervals, as to when any training, qualification, or certification will occur.

3.1.21.5.3. Specific methods and procedures as to how training, task qualification/certification will be accomplished and by whom.

3.1.21.5.4. Service provider developed personnel training and qualification levels/standards commensurate with specific aircraft and associated equipment maintenance tasks. These standards shall parallel those acceptable to the Air Force and commercial aircraft and/or avionics industry, subject to review by Government QAE and acceptance by the CO.

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3.1.21.5.5. A Special Certification Program IAW AFI 21-101, AFI 21-112, and AETCI 21-

112. (See Appendix 3I)

3.1.21.5.5.1. Implement and manage an Engine Run academic, evaluation, and certification program for service provider personnel IAW technical data, AFI 11-218 and AFI 21-101.

Service provider certifying officials shall be initially certified and receive annual recertification by the Government Functional Check Flight (FCF) Section. Engine run certified personnel shall be subject to no-notice evaluations by the Government FCF Section.

3.1.21.5.5.2. Implement and manage a flexible borescope inspection training and certification program and engine blade blending training and certification program IAW AFI 21-101.

3.1.21.6. Ensure Environmental and Safety training is provided as required and documented in individual training records and/or the MIS. The service provider shall also ensure corrosion control training is provided IAW AETCI 21-106, par 1.2, 1.4 and 1.7 and documented in individual training records and the MIS.

3.1.21.6.1. The service provider shall provide T-1, T-6 and T-38 aircraft for quarterly Base Fire Department egress training, as requested. Aircraft will have all ground safety devices installed and the T-38 and T-6 seats will be de-armed/safe for maintenance.

3.1.21.7. Maintain individual training records on each employee to include the position and title. As a minimum, those records shall contain all tasks on which the individual is qualified to perform maintenance/inspections, initials of the individual who provided the training, initials of the employee, and the date training was conducted/completed. Each training record will include a method to clearly identify each employee and trainer through use of a signature/initials identification system. Primary and alternates will be trained in all tasks to prevent one-deep manned difficulties. Training records shall be made available to the Government upon request. All ancillary/recurring training and special certifications shall be documented in MIS or an Air Force accepted service provider database.

3.1.21.7.1. The service provider may use an automated training record with concurrence of HQ AETC/A4MMR and acceptance of the CO and as long as it meets the requirements in 3.1.21.7.

3.1.21.8. In the event the follow-on contract is awarded to other than the incumbent and the successor service provider hires incumbent service provider employees, the following training/qualification/certification minimums are established:

3.1.21.8.1. The incumbent service provider shall provide employee training records to the employee NLT the last day of contract performance.

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3.1.21.8.2. As reflected by appropriate records and MIS products, the incumbent service provider employees’ qualification/certification will be considered valid for a period of up to 120 calendar days, beginning on contract performance start date. Within this 120 calendar day period, the successor service provider (other than the incumbent) shall verify the qualification/certification of former incumbent service provider employees and re-qualify/recertify those personnel. All such qualification/certification actions shall be IAW provisions of this PWS.

3.1.21.8.3. Annual or greater interval certification requirements shall be accomplished when next due and may exceed the 120-day criteria listed above and shall be documented.

3.1.21.8.4. All other training/qualification/certification shall be accomplished IAW provisions of this contract.

3.1.21.9. Establish a program to ensure only qualified production inspectors clear red X conditions, NRTS, danger tags, and IPIs using special certification and training listings.

3.1.21.9.1. Clearing Aircraft Red X symbols. Any individual who signs off a Red X symbol for a specific maintenance task must be qualified/certified for the task and knowledgeable of the technical orders, technical manuals, and maintenance directives required to accomplish the task. The individual who signs off a discrepancy in the “INSPECTED BY” block, as applicable, enters in black, their last name initial over the symbol in the “SYMBOL” block of the applicable maintenance document indicating that he/she has accomplished the required maintenance or inspection and found the condition satisfactory IAW TO 00-20-1, paragraph

4.5. Additionally, any individual who signs off a Red X symbol shall have as a minimum 4 (four) years aircraft maintenance experience and minimum 1 (one) year maintenance experience on the specific weapons system (MDS) the maintenance task was preformed.

Furthermore, any individual who signs off a Red X symbol shall be trained to perform aircraft mechanic duties to include, but not inclusive, the following: possess the knowledge and skills necessary to maintain aircraft systems; be task qualified on inspecting aircraft systems and components, basic troubleshooting of systems and components, removal and installation of system components, repairing and replacing system components, and performance of operational checks of systems and components. In addition, individuals who clear Red X conditions shall complete the special certification process and be identified on the special certification roster (SCR) IAW AFI 21-101. Individuals who do not meet the above requirements for clearing a Red X condition shall complete a comprehensive training program and meet the minimum aircraft maintenance experience requirements with acceptance of the

CO.

3.1.21.9.2. Exceptional/Conditional Release and Red X Down Grade. Any individual who signs an exceptional release/conditional release or down grades a Red X symbol shall have as a minimum 10 (ten) years aircraft maintenance experience. Additionally, any individual who signs exceptional release/conditional release or down grades a Red X symbol shall have basic knowledge of principles applying to the MDS systems to include electrical and mechanical

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3-1-14 and related SE; concepts and application of maintenance directives and data reporting; and using technical data to include technical orders and technical manuals. Furthermore, individuals who sign exceptional release/conditional release or down grade Red X symbols shall complete the special certification process and be identified on the SCR IAW AFI 21- 101.

3.1.22. Aircraft Maintenance Management. The service provider shall:

3.1.22.1. Be responsible for the entire scope of organizational maintenance production (on-and off-equipment) IAW all applicable technical data, AFPD 21-1 and AFI 21-101. The service provider shall be responsible for monitoring maintenance production, authorizing the expenditure of resources, and controlling the actions required to support the 71 FTW mission.

The service provider shall manage the full cycle of production by planning, scheduling, directing, and controlling all maintenance on primary mission and mission support aircraft, including related support and training equipment IAW AFI 21-101 and AETCI 21-104.

3.1.22.2. Establish an effective aircraft structural integrity program IAW AFI 63-1001 and

AFI 21-101.

3.1.22.3. Establish a program that provides for submittal of modification proposals IAW AFI 21-101, Par 1.13. Submit proposals through the Government QAE office.

3.1.22.4. Support and participate in studies and tests of aircraft, avionics, and communication-electronic systems upgrades (software/ hardware) and changes as directed by higher authority.

3.1.22.5. Support contract field teams (CFT). This shall include, as a minimum, providing and maintaining AGE and equipment, and positioning aircraft in hangars or on the flightline as required by the CFT. Service provider shall perform all preparatory and joint tasks as defined in the CFT work statements. When tasked by the CO, the service provider shall appoint a CFT Project Officer or service provider quality assurance representative to serve as a maintenance focal point at no additional cost to the Government. The individual(s) shall be responsible for all CFT support requirements to accomplish modifications and/or TCTOs on assigned aircraft and equipment. This shall include coordinating/scheduling support and coordinating CFT environmental requirements with the organization UEC, and monitoring CFT activities.

3.1.22.6. Submit Maintenance Assistance Requests to HQ AETC/A4M and provide a an informational copy to the 71 FTW Government QAE, for maintenance requiring depot level assistance for evaluation and/or repair beyond field level capability IAW TO 00-25-107.

3.1.22.7. Implement and manage an Equipment Warranty Program IAW TO 00-35D-54 and

TO 00-20-3.

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3.1.22.8. Assist Government personnel with all technical matters in support of the AF Idea Program to include research, evaluation and in meeting suspense’s.

3.1.22.9. Participate in the Zero Overpricing Program using AFMAN 23-110, Vol 7, Part IV or as applicable.

3.1.22.10. Implement and manage a Cannibalization Program, if needed, IAW AFI 21-101 and TO 00-20-2.

3.1.22.11. Implement and manage a User Maintenance Program for assigned test and special equipment not specifically maintained by PMEL. The User Maintenance Program will conform to requirements of TO 00-20-14. The service provider will provide required training for customer TMDE Coordinators referenced in TO 00-20-14.

3.1.22.12. Implement and manage a Tool and Equipment Management Program (also known as Composite Tool Kit (CTK) Program) IAW AFI 21-101. See Appendix 3G for CTK, Tool Storage Facility/Room and Custodian definitions.

3.1.22.12.1. The service provider shall provide a Tool and Equipment Accountability Plan accepted by the CO through the Government QAE. The plan shall include:

3.1.22.12.1.1. Procedures for using the Tool Accountability System (TAS), prescribed by AFI 21-101. The service provider shall ensure all tools are marked, identified, and controlled in the TAS program within one year of contract start date. The procedures shall ensure uniformity across the entire maintenance complex. The service provider shall provide the equipment and supplies needed to etch new requirements onto tools. The service provider shall ensure that all etching techniques are compatible with tool manufacturer’s warranty provisions.

3.1.22.12.1.2. Procedures for managing the tool warranty program. Warranty tools requiring replacement will be requested through the vendor, who shall replace tools that are broken or worn out. Warranty tools that are damaged due to abuse, loss, or misuse and whose warranty is not honored by the vendor for any reason, will be replaced by the service provider. At the end of the contract, the service provider shall return to the Government all tools listed in Appendix 3FD.

3.1.22.12.1.3. Establish procedures to ensure all test and support equipment inspections, operational checks, and/or calibrations are performed as prescribed by applicable technical data.

3.1.22.12.1.4. Establish lost tool/item recovery procedures and ensure all technical (non-clerical) personnel are familiar with lost tool/item procedures IAW AFI 21-101. As a minimum, when a lost tool/item can not be located after completion of the initial search by the individual responsible for the loss, the affected equipment shall be impounded, MOC, Vance AFB

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Government QAE and service provider’s Quality Control section notified, a report control number obtained from service provider’s Quality Assurance Section, an AETC IMT 138 (Lost Tool or Item Investigation Record) (or equivalent AF approved form) shall be initiated containing the service provider quality assurance report control number, and the search/recovery process continued (see PWS Section 2-1, Government Property). The service provider shall, on a monthly basis, provide a list of lost items to the Government QAE with the following information;

Item No. & Nomenclature

CTK No. Date Lost Equip Involved

Cost of Item Date Recovered

3.1.22.12.1.5. Procedures for ensuring tools are secured when a dock or immediate work area is left unattended.

3.1.22.13. Foreign Object Damage (FOD) Prevention Program: Establish and manage the FOD prevention program for the aircraft maintenance operating area IAW AFI 21-101,and National Aerospace Standard (NAS) 412. The aircraft maintenance operating area is defined as the aircraft parking ramp, maintenance shops, hangars, hangar aprons, engine trim pads, engine test cells, noise suppression system (NSS), equipment parking areas, adjacent flightline roads, maintenance shop to parking ramp connecting roads and parking ramp entrance and exit roads. The service provider shall perform FOD Monitor functions that are wing level specific (Wing FOD Monitor), as required by AFI 21-101, including requirements specified below within the service providers operating area. The service providers FOD Prevention Program shall include but is not limited to:

3.1.22.13.1. Appointment of primary/alternate FOD monitors for the 71 FTW.

3.1.22.13.2. FOD Prevention Practices IAW AFI 21-101.

3.1.22.13.3. Service provider shall perform, as a minimum; daily FOD Walks on the aircraft parking ramp, hangar aprons, and engine trim pads prior to first launch, tow, or engine run.

Aircraft and engine operating areas will be kept FOD free throughout the day. FOD will be picked up as it is created. Service provider shall also maintain FOD prevention practices in shops, test cells, NSS and vehicles.

3.1.22.13.4. Monitoring of assigned operating areas for FOD (equipment parking areas, adjacent flightline roads, maintenance shop to parking ramp connecting roads, parking ramp entrance and exit roads) and contact Base Ops for sweepers as necessary.

3.1.22.13.5. Development of a FOD Prevention Program for aircraft maintenance personnel IAW AFI 21-101. The FOD prevention program shall be written as part of the service provider’s Quality Assurance Plan. The Chief QAE will review the program prior to acceptance by the CO.

3.1.22.13.6. Specify how the service provider shall fulfill training requirements of all aircraft

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3-1-17 maintenance personnel that work in, around, or drive through operational areas. Provide training to other service providers and construction service provider personnel that will be performing work in the maintenance shops or hangars. Training shall address common causes of FOD; local shop, flightline, and hangar work policies; hardware, debris, and tool control policies; and individual responsibilities to prevent FOD. Maintain a record of FOD training provided to other service providers and construction service provider personnel.

3.1.22.13.7. Submission of FOD reports on applicable forms (as required), and publishing FOD report findings. Attendance of Wing CV FOD meetings and publish FOD prevention meeting minutes as required.

3.1.22.13.8. Perform FOD Investigations and Reporting and Dropped Object reporting IAW AFI 21-101. Report preventable FOD incidents to HQ AETC/A4MTP IAW AFI 21-101.

Immediately notify the Government QAE of all FOD incidents.

3.1.22.14. Implement and manage a Severe Weather Aircraft Protection Program IAW AFI 21-101, Par 3.4.1.13 and local directives. The service provider shall develop comprehensive plans to support protection of aircraft and equipment (including Government-provided vehicles) during severe weather at home station and applicable landing and (or) alert sites.

The service provider shall ensure aircraft de-icing procedures are established IAW local directives and applicable technical data.

3.1.22.15. Perform off-station recovery of disabled aircraft IAW AFI 21-101. Aircraft that become Not Mission Capable (NMC) while off station (other than an Air Force base that has the capability) shall be the responsibility of the closest base possessing the maintenance capability. Maintenance capability is defined as currently possessing and maintaining the specific MDS aircraft. This may include non-AETC aircraft that the service provider has the maintenance capability to support, as determined by the CO. The closest base shall be determined by using the Defense Table of Official Distance (DTOD) web site (http://dtod1.sddc.army.mil). Service provider shall initiate support action upon notification by the owning organization that an AF, AETC, or inter-service aircraft is NMC off-station, and a determination has been made that Vance AFB has the responsibility to recover the aircraft. Service provider shall dispatch required maintenance crews, supplies, technical orders, and support equipment, to perform the required repairs and inspections as soon as possible, but NLT than the close of business on the second normal duty day. If multiple aircraft require off-station support by a single base, priorities will be negotiated between the owning and supporting base(s) to minimize negative mission impacts. Service provider shall provide continuous support necessary, to include weekends, to return the aircraft to mission capable (MC) status. Appendix 3BB contains historical workload data for support off-station NMC aircraft.

3.1.22.15.1. The 71 FTW is responsible for western region aircraft recovery. The service provider shall implement and manage a Recovery of Off-Station, Cross-Country Aircraft Support Program IAW AFI 21-101 (See Appendix 3BB). The service provider shall be responsible for aircraft recovery support for the entire western region of the United States.

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The western region is defined as all areas west of the eastern borders of Colorado, Montana, New Mexico, and Wyoming. Appendix 3BB contains historical workload data for western region off-station support of NMC aircraft.

3.1.22.15.2. The command has pre-positioned equipment to include a trailer (see Appendix 3FB-Luke) at Luke AFB, AZ to reduce transit time to and from Vance AFB. The service provider shall provide a vehicle capable of safely towing the Government provided trailer with equipment.

3.1.22.15.3. The service provider shall perform BPO, thruflight, and preflight inspections on off-station T-1A, T-6, and T-38 aircraft as part of the off-station maintenance support.

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