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Section 3-1 21 Fighter Squadron Aircraft Maintenance

3.1. Description of Services/General Information.

3.1.1. F-16 Aircraft Maintenance/Taiwan FMS Supply Mission.

3.1.1.1. This section consists of 14 Republic of China (Taiwan) F-16 Block 20 aircraft, equipment maintenance and supply functions necessary to support the 21st Fighter Squadron (FS), Taiwan’s Fighter Pilot Training Unit of Foreign Military Sales (FMS), at Luke AFB, AZ. The service provider (SP) shall maintain and repair all unit assigned aircraft, engines, associated mission support equipment (SE) and manage Taiwan FMS supplies in accordance with (IAW) the objectives and responsibilities outlined in Air Force (AF) and Air Education and Training Command (AETC) directives, applicable AF/AETC/unit/base manuals/regulations/plans, instructions, and all applicable equipment and general support technical orders/data in order to meet the 21 FS (Taiwan) FMS Pilot Training mission. The SP shall:

3.1.1.1.1. Perform all Aircraft General, Engine, Avionics, Electro-Environmental, and Weapons on-equipment maintenance. The SP shall also perform select uninstalled non-Jet Engine Intermediate Maintenance (JEIM) including component replacement, repair, test, adjustment, and conditioning required for the Taiwan F-16A Block 20 aircraft. The Government will provide specified off-equipment maintenance support (Reference TABLE 3.12.).

3.1.1.1.2. Provide recovery and repair of off-station and cross-country aircraft. The SP shall be responsible for recovery and repair of assigned not mission capable (NMC) aircraft anywhere in North America and if required, shall provide in-route maintenance support to or from Taiwan. Travel costs will be provided through the travel contract line item number (CLIN) in accordance with (IAW) the Federal Travel Regulation (FTR).

3.1.1.1.3. Ensure customer satisfaction. Perform the aircraft maintenance mission in a professional manner and provide sufficient, well-maintained aircraft for pilot and aircrew training needs. Ensure scheduled and unscheduled maintenance requirements do not adversely affect meeting the requirements of this Performance Work Statement (PWS). The SP management shall establish a positive working relationship with wing, group, and host unit leadership and demonstrate an emphasis on quality of service. Ensure that the workforce is technically and competently trained and focused on customer support. SP’s Quality Control (QC) programs shall ensure all maintenance is performed and documented IAW Government directives and technical data to ensure the preservation and serviceability of Government assets.

3.1.1.1.4. Support any other mission-related requirements (including, but not limited to) exercises, deployments, open houses (air show), that involve aircraft and/or maintenance resources. These events may occur on weekends or holidays. Cost associated with these events shall be included in the Basic Service Price. Normal notification will be provided to the SP at the weekly flying scheduling meeting. (Note: Circumstances may dictate that less than one week’s notice is given due to changing mission requirements.)

3.1.1.1.5. Support all base OPLANS, 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 Basic Service Price.

3.1.1.1.6. The SP shall achieve Government PWS surveillance and performance thresholds. Note: The Government exclusively reserves the right to periodically adjust the Service Summary (SS) performance thresholds and calculations based upon SP monthly results in striving to achieve performance thresholds, the ability of the Government to provide adequate support/parts, and detailed analysis recommendations by HQ AETC/A4MMA.

3.1.1.2. If Government actions, such as supply difficulties, significantly impair the SP's ability to meet established SS performance thresholds, the SP shall provide written justification for noncompliance and waiver request within 5 business days of the date when the action or event was reasonably discovered to the Contracting Officer (CO). The CO will forward the request to HQ AETC/A4PM Program Manager for a technical determination. The Government reserves the right to reasonably disapprove requests for justifications and waivers. Failure of the SP to initiate requisite aircraft or equipment repairs, including local manufacture and special repair requests; to maintain equipment; to reasonably mitigate asset shortages via aggressive cannibalization action; or to comply with any other standard procedures as defined in this contract and in applicable AF directives and technical orders may result in the Government denying waiver requests. (Note: This list is not all-inclusive).

3.1.2. Hours of Operation.

3.1.2.1. Operating hours established by the SP shall be consistent with meeting the contract performance requirements or as required by the Functional Commander (FC). 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 sortie projections and support requirements

3.1.2.2. All federal holidays will be observed on the federal holiday date. Commander declared days off and goal days are considered work days and are not included in the definition of a holiday. Upon notification of commander declared days off, the SP shall notify the CO and Contracting Officer Representative (COR) of contractor personnel that will work on that day. Government oversight will be provided for SP personnel working on commander declared days off.

3.1.3. 21 FS Flying Sortie Allocation Projections.

3.1.3.1. Before the beginning of the basic performance period and each option year, 21 FS will issue flying sortie allocation projections for the next contract performance period.

3.1.3.2. Variables to the annual “21 FS Flying Sortie Allocation.” Minor variations to the program are inevitable because of the time projection of the document. Many of the factors causing variations can be identified; although, the exact effect of each cannot be programmed. Such variable factors include:

3.1.3.2.1. Prolonged periods of bad weather.

3.1.3.2.2. Student attrition rate fluctuation.

3.1.3.2.3. Aircraft deliveries/attrition.

3.1.3.2.4. Program guidance changes directed by higher headquarters.

3.1.3.3. Short Term Variations. Although historical experience data on the above mentioned variable factors are combined into each new annual flying sortie allocation, deviations from it may occur and be made up at different time intervals.

3.1.4. Flying Training Requirements.

3.1.4.1. The SP shall be responsible for supporting all flying requirements for exercised period of performances under this contract:

3.1.4.1.1. Night flying missions

3.1.4.1.2. Student training requirements

3.1.4.1.3. Instructor Pilot proficiencies

3.1.4.1.2. Local flying will be required on weekends or holidays if un-programmed sortie attrition results in a significant sortie deficit. Aircraft that are scheduled for Saturday or Sunday launch shall have the Preflight Inspection accomplished during the normal workday schedule to minimize the amount of Saturday overtime work required. Cost will be reimbursed under weekend/holiday flying CLIN. Maintenance performed by the SP, not in direct support of weekend/holiday flying, i.e., engine maintenance, phase docks, etc., is included in Basic Service Price and will not be reimbursed under the weekend/holiday flying CLIN.

3.1.4.3. 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 of the above mentioned variable factors are combined into each annual 21 FS Flying Sortie Allocation, deviations from it may occur.

3.1.4.4. The SP shall support periods when night flying is accomplished. The SP shall be expected to adapt work hours to support night flying.

3.1.5. Personnel.

3.1.5.1. The SP shall exercise management and operational control over and retain full responsibility for the performance requirement set forth in this PWS. The Government will not exercise any direct supervision over the SP's employees performing services under this contract. Government COR surveillance will be conducted IAW this PWS.

3.1.5.1.1. The SP shall manage this contract as a Luke AFB tenant unit function to support 21 FS Taiwan aircraft maintenance and supply requirements. This contract is not a 56th Maintenance Group (MXG) contract or subordinate function. The SP Program Manager/Assistant Program Manager (PM/APM) is the sole maintenance authority for this contract and has full decision making authority within the scope of this contract.

3.1.5.1.2. The SP shall attend applicable 56 MXG meetings to foster positive working relations, secure host unit maintenance support and improve host/tenant interoperability.

3.1.5.2. The SP shall provide only properly trained, qualified, and/or certified technicians. Personnel who perform aircraft maintenance must have at least one year of recent (within past three years) F-16 aircraft maintenance experience which shall be documented in personnel and/or training records. Personnel who perform aircraft maintenance and do not meet the above experience requirement shall complete a comprehensive SP training program on an F-16 aircraft prior to performing unsupervised aircraft maintenance on 21 FS aircraft. Required training shall be documented in a training record.

3.1.5.2.1. The SP shall 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 SP shall establish qualification standards for each position in each work center. The program shall meet requirements of AFI 21-101, AIRCRAFT AND EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE MANAGEMENT and AETCI 21-112, AETC CIVIL SERVICE AND CONTRACTOR AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE TRAINING PROGRAMS.

3.1.5.2.2. Individuals selected for duty positions that do not meet requirements stipulated in PWS shall have their prior experience and qualification records reviewed by the Supervisor and the SP Training Manager and individuals training records annotated accordingly. As a minimum, the individual shall receive; (a) SP formal classroom training that includes, but not limited to, basic aircraft and/or equipment systems knowledge, safety, documentation, tool control and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) awareness, and (b) a structured F-16A 20 aircraft 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., Flight line; Helper, Mechanic; Lead Mechanic, etc.

3.1.5.1.2.3. Individuals selected for duty positions that meet requirements stipulated in PWS paragraph 3.1.5.2. shall have their prior experience and qualification records reviewed by the SP Supervisor and Training Manager and individuals training records annotated accordingly. If prior experience and qualifications are specifically related to position being filled, a SP Supervisor and Training Manager determination for refresher training and completion of a position task evaluation/certification process is required.

3.1.5.1.2.4. 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, or current employees transferring to other maintenance sections, shall have their prior experience and qualification records reviewed by the SP Supervisor and the Training Manager and individuals training records annotated accordingly. As a minimum, these individuals shall complete a SP Familiarization Course, a structured F-16A Block 20 specific OJT program and a position task evaluation/certification process.

3.1.5.3. Accomplish training management tasks IAW AETCI 21-112.

3.1.5.3.1. Formulate and submit to the CO an electronic copy of the SP’s Aircraft Maintenance Training/Qualification/Certification Plan for its employees for each function or work center no later than the pre-performance conference and upon revision for review and acceptance by the CO. This plan shall include, as a minimum:

3.1.5.3.2. Minimum training requirements are set forth in AFI 21-101, AETCI 21-112 and the requirements of this PWS.

3.1.5.3.3. Follow or establish (if not currently identified in any referenced guidance) specific milestones, frequencies, and/or intervals as to when any training, qualification, or certification shall occur.

3.1.5.3.4. Specific methods and procedures as to how training task qualification/certification shall be accomplished and by whom.

3.1.5.3.5. SP developed personnel training and qualification levels/standards shall be commensurate with specific aircraft and associated equipment maintenance tasks. These standards shall parallel those acceptable to the Air Force and commercial aircraft and avionics industry and will be reviewed by the Government COR and accepted by the CO if compliant.

3.1.5.3.6. The SP may use an automated training record with concurrence of HQ AETC/A4MMR and acceptance of the CO.

3.1.5.4. The SP shall provide an on-site PM/APM physically present during normal duty hours. This individual shall be responsible for the overall management and coordination of this contract and shall act as the central point of contact with the Government. PM/APM shall be available during normal duty hours within 30 minutes to meet on the installation with Government personnel designated by the contracting officer if the need arises. After normal duty hours the manager or designated alternate shall be available within 2 hours. The PM/APM shall have full authority to act for the SP on all contract matters relating to daily operation of this contract. The PM/APM shall be available on-site within one hour of notification when contract work is performed at times other than normal working hours.

3.1.5.5. The SP shall furnish in writing to the CO the names and phone numbers of the PM/APM and all SP management and supervisory personnel not later than contract pre-performance conference. The CO shall be notified immediately whenever changes are made. The SP shall provide a listing of all assigned personnel to the CO within the first five workdays of each month and whenever requested by the CO.

3.1.5.5.1. The SP shall provide a revised listing of all assigned key personnel (management and supervisory), whenever changes occur, to the CO within five workdays. The on-site PM/APM, functional area managers and branch managers within each functional area are deemed to be key personnel for this contract. The CO shall be notified immediately of any proposed replacement of key personnel. Key personnel shall not be replaced without prior notification to the CO. If requested by the CO, the SP shall provide a resume for such replacement personnel prior to employment.

3.1.5.5.2. Submit the names of all employees to the CO. The SP shall also submit to the CO, its sub SPs' names and addresses. Changes to either list shall be submitted to the CO within 30 days after the change. This information may be provided to any Government agency or activity For Official Use Only.

3.1.5.5.3. SP personnel shall comply with AFI 91-203-Air Force Guidance Memorandum (AFGM) 2, Air Force Consolidated Occupational Safety Instruction.

3.1.5.5.4. SP personnel working on aircraft shall conform to Technical Order (TO) 00-25-172, Ground Servicing of Aircraft and Static Grounding/Bonding, Air Force Manual (AFMAN) 91-201, Section 2A, and Explosive Safety Standards.

3.1.6. Maintenance Information Systems (MIS).

3.1.6.1. The SP shall support Maintenance Information Systems Programs IAW AFI 21-101, and local guidance. Use, manage, and support MIS Programs IAW AFI 21-101. The SP shall support Integrated Maintenance Data System-Central Data Base (IMDS-CDB) and AETC automated status reporting/scheduling/technical systems, including Comprehensive Engine Management System (CEMS), AETC automated status reporting/scheduling/technical systems, Integrated Base-level Engine Management System (IBEMS), Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratory (PMEL) Automated Management System (PAMS), and Enhanced Technical Information Management System (ETIMS). The SP shall support and participate in on-going initiatives to improve automated programs as the AF fields’ hardware/software development and/or implementation, surveys, studies and tests of systems upgrades and changes relating to MIS and Computer Systems (CS) hardware, software, systems, etc. The SP shall:

3.1.6.1.1. Appoint a database coordinator to work maintenance database issues with the 56 MXG Database Manager (DBM) or responsible office.

3.1.6.1.2. Ensure aircraft maintenance data is accurate by establishing and supporting a process to ensure data integrity is maintained. Ensure members are qualified and provided sufficient time to accurately assess the data. Ensure each aircraft maintenance work center performs a review of all documentation entered into IMDS-CDB daily IAW TO 00-20-2, Maintenance Data Documentation.

3.1.6.1.3. Provide accurate and up to date time accounting using IMDS-CDB. Time accounting shall include both on-equipment and off-equipment direct labor hours. The SP shall use the TW F-16A – 06 TO when applicable to properly code their labor hours.

3.1.6.1.3.1. Provide accurate and up to date data to the data base functional Terminal Area Security Officer (TASO) of the 56th Fighter Wing (FW). Use IMDS-CDB products and perform all IMDS-CDB input tasks IAW AFI 21-101 and AETC SUP, AFI 21-103, EQUIPMENT INVENTORY, STATUS AND UTILIZATION REPORTING, AETCI 21-105, LOGISTICS PERFORMANCE MEASURES REPORTING PROCEDURES, TO 00-25-254, TO 00-20 series, and AFCSM 21-556, SOFTWARE CENTER OPERATOR MANUAL.

3.1.6.1.3.2. IMDS-CDB required SP training shall be completed by the due date and made available to the Government upon request.

3.1.6.1.4. Establish a method to ensure actual status of the aircraft as reflected in the aircraft forms match with current status reflected in IMDS-CDB.

3.1.6.1.5. Perform all Automated Data Processing Equipment (ADPE) input tasks IAW AFI 21-101, AFCSM 21-556 (V2), TO 00-25-254, and 33 Series AFIs.

3.1.6.1.6. Be responsible for establishing and maintaining accounts, access, clearance, and passwords to network providers to include: Internet and other locations where required information is downloaded, uploaded, or viewed in performance of this PWS.

3.1.6.1.7. Use IMDS-CDB products and perform all IMDS-CDB input tasks IAW AFI 21-101, AFI 21-103, AETCI 21-104, AIRCRAFT PLANNING AND SCHEDULING PROCEDURES, AETCI 21-105, TO 00-25-254, and 00-20 series TO.

3.1.6.1.8. The SP shall maintain timely and accurate input and accountability of maintenance work-hours expended and shall furnish the Government man-hour products upon request by AETC/A4PM Program Manager or the CO.

3.1.6.1.9. The SP shall implement and manage a CS Management Program IAW AFI 33-112. The SP shall appoint an equipment custodian. The SP shall use all currently installed automated data systems until they are replaced by the Government. Prior to any CS equipment being declared excess, the 21 FS Resource Advisor (RA), HQ AETC/A4PM Program Manager and CO shall be coordinated with.

3.1.7. Maintenance Function.

3.1.7.1. The SP shall establish a maintenance function which is responsible for performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTOs) to include local and command-directed inspections, cleaning, and ground handling of aircraft and equipment to include troubleshooting, repairs, operational checks, modifications, calibrations, installation, corrosion control, servicing, etc., to provide mission-capable (MC) aircraft IAW applicable technical data, and AFI 21-101. The SP shall provide maintenance support to minimize the loss of 21 FS pilot training time. Any SP proposed changes to scheduled maintenance shall be coordinated at least one week in advance with the customer. The SP shall respond to scheduled or unscheduled maintenance customer requests IAW AFI 21-101 and AETC Sup.

3.1.8. Management Programs.

3.1.8.1. The SP shall provide and perform management functions IAW AFI 21-101 and AETC Sup to include, but not limited to, the following:

3.1.8.1.1. Aircraft and Equipment readiness. The SP shall provide sufficient mission-capable aircraft per scheduled flying period, configured IAW the daily/weekly/monthly schedule, to ensure accomplishment of the programmed training and other training support as required.

3.1.8.1.2. Technical Order (TO) and Supplement use. The SP shall use the prescribed technical data to maintain aerospace equipment IAW AFI 21-101.

3.1.8.1.3. The SP shall support and participate in studies and tests of aircraft, avionics, and communication-electronic systems upgrades (software/hardware) and other test as required by the Government or the FC.

3.1.8.1.4. Provide Depot/Contract Field Team (CFT) Support IAW AFI 21-102 and 21-103. The SP shall support depot and/or CFT when assigned to perform aircraft or equipment modifications and/or TCTOs within SP's capability as determined by the CO. This shall include, as a minimum, provide Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE) requested by the depot/CFT.

3.1.8.1.4.1. The SP shall appoint a Depot/CFT Project Officer, Appendix 2D, in writing to serve as a maintenance focal point at no additional cost to the Government during any Depot/CFT visit. The individual(s) shall be responsible for all Depot/CFT support requirements to accomplish modifications and/or TCTOs on assigned aircraft and equipment. This shall include coordinating and scheduling duties and monitoring CFT activities.

3.1.8.1.5. Establish methods and procedures to minimize the length of maintenance down-time an aircraft is out-of-commission in Not Mission Capable Maintenance (NMCM) status during any scheduled inspection.

3.1.9. Modification Management.

3.1.9.1. The SP shall submit modification proposals and receive approval before changing the operation or appearance of Government equipment IAW AFI 21-101. Forward all modification proposals on an AF Form 1067, IAW AFI 63-131, MODIFICATION MANAGEMENT and AFI 10-601, OPERATIONAL CAPABILITY REQUIREMENTS DEVELOPMENT to the Government COR for review, then forward it to the appropriate HQ AETC focal point for approval/disapproval action.

3.1.9.2. Establish a SP operating instruction (OI) that details the process for submittal of Engineering Change Proposals (ECP) and modification change proposals.

3.1.10. Maintenance Assistance Requests.

3.1.10.1. The SP shall submit Maintenance Assistance Requests directly to the applicable agency responsible for repair resolution of the affected aircraft or SE system. The SP shall provide the Government COR a copy of all depot level request correspondences. If a depot level team is required to resolve an issue, Government COR, 21/Resource Advisor (RA) and any wing level coordination shall be accomplished by the SP as required to support the depot team.

3.1.11. Maintenance Responsibilities.

3.1.11.1. Implement and manage an Acceptance Inspection and Transfer Program IAW AFI 21-101, TO 00-20-series and procedures developed in conjunction with the HQ AETC/A4PM Program Manager. If required, the SP shall develop a comprehensive local OI to include duties and responsibilities for all contributing maintenance activities involved in the process (include serial number verification). The depth and number of SP acceptance inspections may be increased when circumstances warrant by HQ AETC/A4PM Program Manager.

3.1.12. Contract Management Responsibilities.

3.1.12.1. The SP shall establish written procedures to monitor and track logistics support effectiveness of Government provided maintenance or furnished items in the following areas.

3.1.12.2. Time accounting for NMCM aircraft caused by the non-availability of Government support. SP shall notify Maintenance Operation Center (MOC) and Government COR of maintenance stoppage due non-availability of Government provided maintenance or parts. This time shall be extracted when calculating NMCM time, validated by Government COR, and made available to the CO upon request.

3.1.12.3. Time accounting for Not Mission Capable Supply (NMCS) caused by the non-availability of Government support. This time shall be extracted when calculating NMCS time, validated by Government COR, and made available to the CO upon request.

TABLE 3-1.12. Maintenance Responsibilities.

Data Base Management

X

Base Supply

X

Crash Recovery

X

Transient Aircraft Support

X

PMEL

X

User Maintenance

X

Scheduled Calibration/Repair

X

AGE

X

Scheduled Maintenance

Off-equipment Maintenance

X

Unscheduled Maintenance

Off-equipment Maintenance

X

Structural Maintenance

On-equipment Maintenance

X

Off-equipment Maintenance

X

Metals Technology

X

Corrosion Control

Survival Equipment

X

Nondestructive Inspection (NDI)

X

Oil Analysis Program (OAP) SP taken

X

Wheel and Tire

X

Fuel Systems

On-equipment

X

Off-equipment

X

Egress

On- equipment

X

Off-equipment

X

Pneudraulics

Off-equipment

X

Electro-Environmental

Off-equipment

X

Battery Maintenance

X

On-equipment (includes Weapons) Control and AVTR Systems) X

Off-equipment

X

Propulsion

Accessory or Module Repair

X (Note 4)

JEIM

X

Test CellP00010 P00010

X

Weapons & Munitions

Munitions Maint and Delivery/Pick-up

X

Off-equipment Armament Maint

X

Weapons Academics

X

Load Crew Weapons Task Qualification

X

Load Crew Certification/QE/MRPL

X

Flight Line Weapons Loading Inspection Inspections

X

Maintenance Data System Analysis

Analysis Reports Development

X

3.1.12.4. NOTES:

3.1.12.4.1. 56 MXG/QA will be responsible for inspection requirements on maintenance performed by 56 MXG personnel on 21 FS on/off equipment or aircraft. These inspections will not be counted against the SP. If 56 MXG encounter problematic areas not associated with 56 MXG personnel, they will notify the Government COR of this discovery.

Note 1: Reserved

Note 2: The SP shall provide maintenance support for off-station aircraft paints.

Note 3: Includes Augmenter removal and installation.

Note 4: Accessory or Module Repair shall be done by the 56th Component Maintenance Squadron.

Note 5: The SP shall transport engines to and from shipping/loading area.

3.1.13. Maintenance Discipline.

3.1.13.1. Maintenance discipline involves integrity in all aspects of the maintenance process. The SP shall ensure all maintenance personnel comply with all written guidance required for repairs, inspections, and documentation. The SP shall ensure quality of services and workmanship in a timely manner to meet the 21 FS mission requirements.

3.1.14. Use of Technical Orders and Supplements.

3.1.14.1. The SP shall ensure that prescribed technical data is used to maintain aircraft and equipment. Technical Orders are referenced throughout this PWS. The SP shall also adhere to all applicable supplements to all Technical Orders.

3.1.14.2. AETC Supplements to Air Force Instructions (AFI).

3.1.14.3. AFIs and other Air Force and DoD Publications: The SP shall adhere to all AETC Supplements pertaining to required instructions, regulations and other publications. As references to AFIs 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 Sup.

3.1.14.4. Although not specifically referenced in each paragraph of this PWS, it is understood the requirements outlined in the applicable chapters of AFI 21-101 shall be followed.

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

3.1.15. Aircraft Maintenance Function.

3.1.15.1. The SP shall perform aircraft maintenance procedures for maintenance debriefing, servicing, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, pre-flights, thru-flights, basic post-flights, special inspections, corrosion control, cleaning, ground handling, launch and recovery of aircraft, troubleshooting and adjustment, on-equipment repairs (limited off-equipment), and component removal and replacement and ensuring concise documentation of maintenance actions IAW aircraft specific technical data, AFI 11-218, FLIGHT OPERATIONS and AFI 21-101. The SP shall:

3.1.15.1.1. Perform on-equipment maintenance on pneudraulics, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and components including; all maintenance inspections, aircraft systems troubleshooting and testing, on-equipment repairs, component removal and replacement, organizational level TCTOs, aircraft ground handling, servicing, and cleaning, and user maintenance of test and special equipment IAW technical data and AFI 21-101.

3.1.15.1.1. Coordinate downtime to accomplish scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.

3.1.15.1.2. Manage and supervise maintenance on all aircraft.

3.1.15.1.3. Ensure replacement parts are requisitioned and all documentation is completed.

3.1.15.1.4. Ensure due in for maintenance (DIFM) assets within their control are turned into the appropriate supply system within established timelines.

3.1.15.1.5. Perform launch and recovery procedures IAW aircraft specific technical data, AFI 11-218 and AFI 21-101. Additionally, the SP shall ensure maintenance personnel cordially greet aircrews upon arrival at aircraft, accompany them on preflight inspections, assist in cockpit activities, assist with deplaning and ensure maintenance personnel are present to marshal aircraft in and out of parking locations.

3.1.16. Specialist Function.

3.1.16.1. The SP shall provide specialist maintenance (Avionics and Electro/Environmental) including all maintenance inspections, aircraft systems troubleshooting and testing, on-equipment repairs, component removal and replacement, organizational level TCTOs, and aircraft ground handling, servicing, and cleaning IAW technical data and AFI 21-101.

3.1.16.2. Avionics Maintenance. The SP shall perform all on-equipment maintenance for avionics systems and associated equipment, IAW technical data and AFI 21-101. The SP shall:

3.1.16.2.1. Maintain all aircraft communications, navigation, electronic counter measures, attack control radar, flight controls, all other avionics systems, phase support, and user maintenance of assigned test and special equipment not specifically maintained by PMEL.

3.1.16.2.2. Ensure aircraft avionics systems classified item management requirements are met.

3.1.16.2.3. Upload and download Pathfinder/Sharpshooter Pods and perform line replaceable unit (LRU) maintenance, if implemented.

3.1.16.3. Electro/Environmental Maintenance. The SP shall perform all on-equipment maintenance on all Electric and Environmental systems and associated equipment. Maintain aircraft environmental control; bleed air, vacuum, pneumatic, installed fire extinguishing and suppressant systems, liquid oxygen systems, battery, wire harness troubleshooting, components, aircraft ground handling, servicing, and cleaning, and user maintenance of test and special equipment IAW technical data and AFI 21-101.

3.1.18. Propulsion Maintenance Functions.

3.1.18.1. The SP shall perform Organizational Level Maintenance (on-equipment and limited off-equipment) Propulsion Maintenance Functions on F-100-220 engines including all maintenance inspections, aircraft systems troubleshooting and testing, on-equipment repairs, component removal and replacement, organizational level TCTOs, Periodic (PE) inspections, ground handling, servicing, and cleaning IAW technical data, AFI 21-101 and AETC Supplement. The SP shall perform the following Organizational level tasks:

3.1.18.1.1. Engine Operations. The SP shall perform functional, operational, and performance tests on F-100-220 installed engines only, IAW technical data and AFI 21-101.

3.1.18.1.2. The SP shall transport engines to and from shipping/loading area.

3.1.18.1.3. Implement and manage an Engine Run academic, evaluation, and certification program for SP personnel IAW technical data, AFI 21-101 and AETC Sup. The Government will provide initial certification training for SP certification official during the transition period.

3.1.18.2. Implement and manage an Engine Blade Blending training and certification Program.

3.1.18.3. Implement and manage a Flexible Borescope Inspection training and certification Program.

3.1.19. Weapons Function.

3.1.19.1. The SP shall perform all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and periodic inspections on the Taiwan FMS F-16A Block 20 weapon systems IAW applicable guidance outlined in AFI 21-101 and all PWS referenced 56 FW guidance. The SP shall be responsible for troubleshooting, analysis, repair, and performing functional checks of the weapons systems, to include the weapons release systems IAW Taiwan 1F-16 technical orders.

3.1.19.2. The SP shall provide an individual to perform the applicable duties of weapons section chief as outlined in AFI 21-101. The individual shall have at least two years of experience working in Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC) 2W171 as a weapons supervisor. The individual shall have knowledge of and be familiar with weapons loading and weapons maintenance duties and responsibilities. All weapons personnel shall accomplish maintenance IAW applicable technical data composite tool kits (CTK)/foreign object damage (FOD) program requirements. Forms shall be documented IAW TO 00-20-2 TO. Specifically, the SP shall:

3.1.19.2.1. Ensure sufficient numbers of qualified/certified weapons crews are available to load and unload weapons in support of daily flying operations. Weapons crews achieve and maintain weapons load qualification/certification IAW requirements outlined in AFI 21-101.

3.1.19.2.2. Follow accountability and control requirements for alternate mission equipment (AME), equipment, and supply point. IAW AFI 21-101, 56 MTG OI 21-19, and AFI 23-101, Material Management.

3.1.19.2.3. Comply with criteria established in AFMAN 91-201 for munitions safety/handling requirements, site planning and use of the facilities/locations where explosives are involved. Ensure parking of vehicles and SE complies with AFMAN 91-201 and DoD 6055.9 Standard, DOD AMMUNITION AND EXPLOSIVE SAFETY.

3.1.19.2.4. Ensure all personnel who handle or work with explosives receive documented initial and recurring weapons academic training.

3.1.19.2.5. Comply with safety directives for all munitions-related operations. Ensure safe and reliable weapons loading and maintenance procedures are used. Ensure supervisory post load and maintenance inspections are performed and documented. Do not use more than one load crew to accomplish certifiable loading and unloading tasks on aircraft.

3.1.19.3. Designate Weapons Load Crew Chief/Members. These individuals shall have at least two years of experience working in Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC) 2W151 and have knowledge of and be familiar with weapons loading duties and responsibilities. Weapons Load Crew Chiefs shall comply with Load Crew Chief requirements outlined in AFI 21-101.

3.1.19.3.1. Ensure weekly attendance of maintenance scheduling meeting to verify specific munitions required and to satisfy any disparities.

3.1.19.4. Maintain a visual aid or automated product depicting the current status of assigned load crews and members. Manually update printed products from automated systems between issues. Printed products are not required if computer systems are networked or modem-interfaced with the weapons standardization (WS) load crew management system for on-line updates.

3.1.19.5. In coordination with the WS Superintendent, ensure load training aircraft requirements and load crew proficiency evaluation schedules are developed. Include these schedules in the weekly and monthly maintenance plans. SP shall provide training aircraft properly configured to support load-training requirements prior to scheduled training sessions with WS.

3.1.19.5.1. The Weapons Lead shall comply with applicable weapons expediter duties and responsibilities identified in AFI 21-101.

3.1.19.6. Ensure a checklist for each support/limited-use munition is on hand for each assigned load crew.

3.1.19.7. The SP shall route all AFTO IMTs 22, Technical Manual (TM) change recommendation and replies, for TW1F-16C-33-1-2 to the Taiwan Technical Coordination Group at www.tcghome.net.

3.1.19.8. Ensure approval of locally manufactured equipment (LME) if not included in tech data or on the Munitions Material Handling Equipment (MMHE) web site at https://peonet.eglin.af.mil/mmhe/default.htm. Comply with all LME guidance provided in AFI 21-101 and AETC Sup.

3.1.19.9. Track the configuration of aircraft, suspension equipment, and weapons. Track normally installed equipment (NIE) and assigned in-use AME by aircraft tail number and position installed in the MIS. Ensure 100 percent documented accountability of in-use AME/NIE, by location and status, whether installed or stored.

3.1.19.10. Ensure positive control/accountability/serviceability for suspension equipment accessories (cables, fittings, adapters, etc.).

3.1.19.11. Ensure load crew certification records and automated products are sent with load crews to TDY location if loading tasks are to be performed. Obtain a signed copy of the Weapons Load Crew Management Program or equivalent printout from WS.

3.1.19.12. Ensure personnel receive a documented supervisory review of and complete required prerequisite training before entering initial load crew training and weapons task qualification training (e.g., cockpit familiarization, firefighting, AGE, etc.).

3.1.19.13. Perform aircraft TW F-16A - 06 armament systems, AME/NIE inspections, TCTOs and aircraft armament systems functional checks (except during phase). Ensure plans, scheduling, and documentation (PS&D) is aware of TW F-16A - 06 TO and all other armament systems inspections.

3.1.19.14. Install and remove AME/NIE to facilitate other maintenance or for repair actions, including acceptance, transfer, phase, and hourly post flight inspections.

3.1.19.15. Perform the on-equipment portion of aircraft armament equipment transfer and acceptance inspections. As a minimum, inspections shall include a parts integrity inspection (to ensure equipment serial numbers match the records received), a review and update of historical records for all AME/NIE, inventory of TW F-16A – 21 TO authorizations, and a complete electrical/mechanical checkout of installed AME/NIE (to include associated cables).

3.1.19.16. Identify all armament systems items requiring a functional and (or) acceptance inspection (by National Stock Number (NSN)) to base supply.

3.1.19.17. Ensure appropriate follow-up actions are accomplished for all armament system malfunctions. Monitor repair actions taken by supporting agencies on dispensers, suspension equipment, training munitions, etc., which were involved with specific system malfunctions.

3.1.19.18. Monitor weapons release/gun fire-out reliability rates and take appropriate corrective actions to resolve any problems. Calculate the weapons release reliability rate by dividing the number of successful releases by the number of attempts. The gun fire-out rate is calculated by dividing the number of successful by the number attempted. Once a malfunction occurs, any further attempts for the purpose of clearing the malfunction should not be counted as attempts. Provide monthly performance levels to the SP QC office for inclusion into the monthly quality summary.

3.1.19.19. Maintain an AF IMT 2430, Specialist Dispatch Control Log, (or locally approved, standardized form) to dispatch and track armament systems maintenance and loading operations. Use a separate AF IMT 2430, or locally approved form for each shift and ensure all required documentation is complete and accurate. As a minimum, the following fields of the AF IMT 2430 will be completed: “AS OF” (date), “JOB CONTROL” (filled out for maintenance actions that have Job Control Numbers (JCNs); (e.g., 18-month inspections, Pilot Reported Discrepancies (PRDs), but not required for weapons loading tasks), “ACFT/TRAINER” F-16A Block 20 aircraft, “SERIAL” (tail number/serial number of component), “TIME” (“Required”= start time, “Dispatched” = time completed, “Completed” = status code, (e.g., C/W, C/F, CANX)), “SPECIALIST(S) DISPATCHED” (load/maintenance crew number/name), “DISCREPANCY & REMARKS” (discrepancy/task performed). Transcribe any actions not complied with or cancelled to the next shift’s AF IMT 2430. Keep completed forms on file for six months according to AFI 21-101.

3.1.19.20. Use proper job data documentation (JDD) procedures to install and remove all AME/NIE in the MIS. Proper JDD procedures are interpreted as creating and clearing jobs in the MIS.

3.1.19.21. The SP shall designate that supervisors are required to ensure timely and accurate documentation.

3.1.19.21.1. Perform a daily supervisory review of documented maintenance actions in the MIS.

3.1.19.22. Designate munitions account custodians for impulse cartridges, dummy ammunition, etc., if applicable. Ensure storage facilities are maintained according to AFMAN 91-201 and AFI 31-101, INTEGRATED DEFENSE (FOUO).

3.1.20. Munitions Configuration and Expenditure Document.

3.1.20.1. Maintain AF IMTs 2434, MUNITIONS CONFIGURATION AND EXPENDITURE DOCUMENT or locally approved form to reflect all aircraft configured and loaded to release or fire munitions. Locally developed forms or products may be used if they are coordinated through the munitions activity and approved by the 56 MXG/CC. Record by serial number and location (or position) all armament-related AME or SE from which munitions are expended or rounds fired and record the action in the MIS (for example, 30 days after fire, or 100 firing inspections). Equipment serial numbers for items not requiring records action need not be recorded. Maintain copies of completed AF IMTs 2434 or locally approved form, on file for one year according to AFI 21-101.

3.1.20.2. Accomplish reconciliation of all expenditures according to local directives, AFI 21-201, Conventional Maintenance Munitions Management, AFI 21-101, and AETC Sup. After an aircraft lands, the weapons lead shall perform reconciliations. Expenditure information shall be provided to munitions personnel as frequently as possible during the flying day. Every effort shall be made to provide this information between aircraft goes. This requires continuous munitions and weapons lead interface throughout the flying day. After end-of-flying-day reconciliation, distribute copies of expenditure documents to PS&D, the munitions flight, and when required, the armament systems flight.

3.1.21. Weapons Standardization.

3.1.21.1. The Government will provide initial weapons certification training, initial/recurring weapons task qualification training, Semi-Annual Evaluations, Minimum Proficiency Required Loading evaluations, initial/recurring weapons academics, and spot inspections/flight line evaluation (approximately 20-30 a month) of weapons loading operations of SP load crew personnel IAW AFI 21-101 and local directives. In addition to training and evaluation, the Government will provide a weapons load training facility, training aircraft and applicable training munitions. In the event a crew is decertified during spot inspection/flight line evaluations, weapons standardization will re-certify at the first available opportunity.

3.1.22. Support Function.

3.1.22.1. The SP shall establish and perform Support Functions IAW AFI 21-101 to include, but not limited to, -21 equipment, TOs, bench stock, hazmat, tools, and control Test, Measurement, and Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE).

3.1.22.2. Maintain, store, and manage assigned aircraft -21 equipment IAW AFI 21-103 and applicable TOs, to include maintain, repair and replacement or manufacture of soft covers for intake, exhaust, and pitot covers. Provide an inventory of -21 equipment IAW annual Government property inventories requirements.

3.1.22.3. Maintain and secure engine removal/installation trailers.

3.1.22.4. TMDE coordinator. The SP shall designate a primary and alternate TMDE coordinator who shall maintain a TMDE coordinator file IAW TO 00-20-14, Section 3, AFI 21-113, AIR FORCE METROLOGY AND CALIBRATION (AFMETCAL) MANAGEMENT and local guidance.

3.1.23. Tool Management Program.

3.1.23.1. The SP shall implement and manage a Tool Management Program (also known as Composite Tool Kit (CTK) Program) IAW AFI 21-101, local guidance, and the current National Aerospace FOD Prevention, Inc. (NAFPI) FOD Prevention Guidelines and foreign object damage/debris prevention.

3.1.23.2. The SP shall establish procedures to ensure all test and SE inspections, operational checks, and/or calibrations are performed as prescribed by applicable TOs.

3.1.23.3. The SP shall follow the Luke Air Force Base Instructions (LAFBI) 21-107, Preventing Foreign Object Damage, lost tool/item recovery procedures and ensure all technical (non-clerical) personnel are familiar with lost tool/item procedures IAW AFI 21-101 and local guidance. As a minimum, when a lost tool/item cannot be located after completion of the initial search by the individual responsible for the loss, the affected equipment shall be have a Red X placed in the forms and maintenance operation center (MOC), Government COR and SP’s QC section shall be notified, a report control number obtained from SP’s QC Section, an AETC IMT 138, LOST TOOL OR ITEM INVESTIGATION RECORD or equivalent AF approved form shall be initiated containing the SP QC report control number, and the search/recovery process continued. The SP shall, on a monthly basis, provide a list of lost items to the Government COR with the following information:

3.1.23.4. The SP shall establish procedures to provide strict control and security of the CTK/equipment storage area when it is left unattended.

3.1.23.5. The SP shall provide a Tool and Equipment Accountability Plan reviewed by the Government COR and accepted by the CO. The plan shall include:

3.1.23.5.1. Implement and manage a Tool and Equipment Management Program (also known as Composite Tool Kit (CTK) Program) IAW AFI 21-101, chapter 10.

3.1.23.6. Procedures for managing the tool warranty program. Warranty tools requiring replacement shall 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, shall be replaced by the SP. At the end of the contract, the SP shall return to the Government all tools listed in Appendix 2ED.

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

3.1.24. Other Maintenance Requirements.

3.1.24.1. The SP shall provide and perform Aircraft Wash Functions as directed by TO 1-1-691 and other applicable TOs, IAW AFI 21-101, AETCI 21-106, and local guidance.

3.1.24.2. Make, remove, install, and replace aircraft pilot name decals and distinguished visitor signs IAW applicable directives and technical data.

3.1.24.3. Take oil samples for Oil Analysis Program as required IAW AFI 21-101, AFI 21-124, OIL ANALYSIS PROGRAM, local guidance, TO 33-1-37 and applicable Country Specific Technical Order (CSTO).

3.1.24.4. The SP shall retrieve and install aircraft drag chutes. The SP shall retrieve aircraft drag chutes from the recovery area after each use and deliver them to the 56 MXG parachute shop.

3.1.24.5. The SP shall accomplish in-flight emergency (IFE) recovery (to include Gila Bend Air Force Auxiliary Field at the Basic Service Price) and any area in the world required to support applicable OPLANS, deployments and aircraft transfers. The SP shall ensure sufficient personnel are available (or on standby) and trained to perform recoveries.

3.1.24.6. The SP shall follow local guidance after an aircrew physiological incident.

3.1.24.7. The SP shall establish and perform Aircraft De-icing Functions IAW local guidance and applicable TOs when icing conditions exist or the possibility of icing may occur.

3.1.24.8. The SP shall establish an aircrew and maintenance debriefing functions IAW AFI 21-101 and AETC Sup.

3.1.25. Engine Management (EM) Function.

3.1.25.1. The SP shall perform comprehensive engine management function on assigned and/or possessed engines for the 21 FS IAW AFI 21-101.

3.1.25.2. Collect Engine Trending & Diagnostic (ET&D) data from all 21 FS F-16 aircraft. Download and analyze the data to the Comprehensive Engine Management System IV, IAW TO 00-25-257. Collect, store and analyze other 21 FS F-16 engine downloaded data including, but not limited to, exceeded engine and G-limit data, Maintenance Fault Lists (MFLs), Pilot Fault Lists (PFLs) and Built-In-Test (BIT) during the end-of-day Basic Post Flight inspection or as required for engine maintenance/troubleshooting.

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