Atch_1_-_PWS_Amendment_1.pdf

SOURCE SELECTION INFORMATION

SEE FAR 2.101 AND 3.104

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

Gulfstream Pilot/Flight Engineer Training

Amendment 1 – 27 Feb 14

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

Gulfstream Pilot/FE Training

1. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES.

1.1. BACKGROUND.

The USAF Gulfstream Series Aircraft inventory includes the USAF C-20B or Gulfstream III (GIII), the USAF C-20H or Gulfstream IV (GIV), the USAF C-37A or Gulfstream V (GV), and the USAF C-37B or Gulfstream 550 (G 550). The contractor shall provide Initial and Refresher Academic and Simulator Training for USAF flight crews operating Gulfstream series aircraft.

The contractor shall also provide additional training courses as outlined in paragraph 1.3. All training shall be conducted in a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approved training center by FAA certified instructors with a minimum of one year experience in type. To be considered qualified, each contractor must possess an applicable training program approved under 14 Code of Federal Regulation (CFR) Part 135, or training courses approved under 14 CFR Part 142 or equivalent . As a minimum, the contractor shall furnish onsite, an FAA Certified Level C or better Flight Simulator appropriate to the Gulfstream aircraft model training being conducted.

The USAF C-37A and C-37B simulators must also be CATII, or better, capable.

1.2. SCOPE.

The contractor shall provide Initial and Refresher Academic and Simulator Training, and a variety of technical courses for USAF Gulfstream Pilots, Flight Engineers, and Communications Systems Operators (CSO’s) operating Gulfstream series aircraft. The required training includes the following: Initial and Refresher Pilot/Flight Engineer Training, Differences Pilot/Flight Engineer Training, Pilot/Flight Engineer Proficiency Training, Senior Officer Training, Head-Up Display (HUD) training, Enhanced Vision System (EVS) Training, Supplementary Simulator Training, Crew Emergency Training, Category II Instrument Landing System (ILS) Training, Initial Maintenance Training, Engine Run and Taxi Training, Maintenance Differences Training, Operational Maintenance Training, Avionic Maintenance Training, Cabin Communications Training, and Cabins Systems Management Training. During training, pilots shall split the flying time between the left and right seat. The individual student pilot is responsible for FAA prerequisites if they wish to receive an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certification and 14 CFR Part 61.58 check. All training courses shall include handouts, access to any pertinent computer-based libraries, and on-line computer-based training as deemed appropriate by the contractor for training purposes. USAF cockpit procedures shall be used and instructed. A syllabus in the contractor’s format will be provided to each student prior to the beginning of class.

It is possible that the USAF may commence the phase out of the C-20B and C-20H starting in FY15; however, this decision has not been approved. The contractor shall perform as though all courses described herein are required for the entire life of the contract. Separate CLINs will be established to support all aircrafts, including the C-20B and C-20H.

1.3. SPECIFIC SUPPORT SERVICES.

1.3.1. Flight Training for all Gulfstream Series Aircraft.

1.3.1.1. Initial Pilot/Flight Engineer Training.

The contractor shall conduct Gulfstream Aircraft Initial Pilot/Flight Engineer Training. The training class will normally consist of two pilots and one flight engineer per class; however, a task order may be issued for an additional flight engineer on an as needed basis. Initial training shall be to the standard equivalent to an ATP Rating Type Certification. Initial ATP Rating Type Certification will be accomplished by each pilot in the left seat. If the ATP option is not utilized, the student will not be released early and the simulator time scheduled for FAA evaluation shall be devoted to proficiency maneuvers. The contractor will collaborate with the Government Contracting Officer Representative (COR) to identify, sequence, and develop simulator profiles for initial training courses. At the Government’s discretion, a USAF examiner pilot may travel to the contractor’s facility and observe the FAA Type Check. When the FAA check is completed, the USAF examiner will observe several maneuvers that exceed FAA requirements on the last scheduled simulator training day. The contractor shall provide classroom-presented crew Cockpit Resource Management (CRM) training which addresses human factor issues and hands on application of CRM concepts through line oriented flight training (LOFT)/mission oriented simulator training (MOST). MOST is the Air Force equivalent of LOFT. The CRM training shall address the elements referred to in paragraph 1.3.4., Cockpit Resource Management. GIII initial training will not culminate with an ATP/Type Check, but rather with a USAF administered flight evaluation on the last scheduled simulator training day. During initial qualification training the GIII flight engineer will attend classroom academic training, but will not attend the simulator portion of this class (Once the GIII flight engineers complete classroom training they will be scheduled to attend a proficiency simulator training class to complete their initial qualification with experienced pilots).

Note: G550 flight crew initial training will be GV to 550 differences only and shall follow PWS paragraph 1.3.3.1.

1.3.1.2. Refresher Pilot/Flight Engineer Training. The contractor shall conduct Gulfstream Refresher Pilot/Flight Engineer Training. The training class will normally consist of two pilots and one flight engineer per class; however, a task order may be issued for an additional flight engineer on an as needed basis. For qualified HUD, Category II ILS and EVS students, this equipment shall be utilized during simulator training (as appropriate). Training can be oriented toward fulfillment of 14 CFR Part 61.58 “Pilot-in-command proficiency check” requirements or pre-flight malfunctions at the discretion of the USAF pilots. The contractor shall provide classroom-presented crew CRM training which addresses human factor issues and hands on application of CRM concepts through LOFT/MOST. The CRM training shall address the elements referred to in PWS paragraph 1.3.4., Cockpit Resource Management. Simulator training events each day will be preceded with a one-hour pre-brief and up to a one-hour post brief.

1.3.1.3. Two Day Pilot/Flight Engineer Proficiency Training. The training class will normally consist of two pilots per class. The syllabus shall provide pilot proficiency training emphasizing aircraft normal and emergency systems operation and instrument procedures at strange fields.

Simulator training events each day will be preceded with a one-hour pre-brief and up to a one-hour post brief. Pre-brief should cover Lateral Navigation/Vertical Navigation (LNAV/VNAV) rules, single engine operation procedures, CRM, and events to be covered in the simulator. Note:

Pilot proficiency training can be oriented toward fulfillment of 14 CFR Part 61.58 “Pilot-in-command proficiency check” requirements or pre-flight malfunctions at the discretion of the USAF pilots. During proficiency training, customer developed training profiles shall be used.

At the discretion of the Government, a USAF examiner pilot may attend the last scheduled simulator training day to complete an Air Force flight evaluation. It is estimated that flight engineers will attend GIII proficiency training with the pilots approximately nine times each year.

The objective is to complete flight engineer training that began under Initial Training. At the discretion of the Government, a USAF instructor pilot may attend one or both days to instruct pilots on USAF unique approach and departure procedures training. During these periods, a contractor employee will operate the simulator and will collaborate with the Air Force instructor to optimize training benefit. Note: The unique approach and departure procedures training is a one-time requirement for each pilot before they upgrade to Aircraft Commander.

1.3.1.4. Two Day Senior Officer Training. The contractor shall provide aircraft qualification training for Senior Military Officers. Class composition shall consist of one senior officer pilot plus one qualified Air Force instructor pilot and one flight engineer. The course will provide ground training sessions to introduce the fundamental systems and procedures associated with the aircraft. Training shall also include simulator training sessions consisting of normal and emergency procedures and a CRM/MOST scenario. Training shall be two consecutive days.

Every effort will be made to schedule any portion of this training between the hours of 8:00 a.m.

and 8:00 p.m. local time, seven days a week.

1.3.1.5. Supplementary Simulator Training Hours. The COR through the Contracting Officer (CO), may authorize simulator hours in addition to those specified under Pilot Qualification Training or for any other mission requirement approved by the COR. Units may schedule additional simulator hours to meet unique training requirements. Additional simulator hours will be authorized through a task order. Training will be scheduled in two hour blocks.

1.3.1.6. Simulator Position Fill-Ins. When the Government is unable to send two pilots to any portion of simulator training, the contractor will supply a type rated instructor or a Second-In- Command (SIC) pilot, who is familiar with USAF procedures, to act as the second pilot. The contractor instructor will participate in all required simulator training.

1.3.1.7. Initial Maintenance Training. The contractor shall provide an Initial Maintenance training course. Class composition shall consist of one flight engineer. The contractor will provide a course syllabus at the beginning of each class. The training includes initial maintenance procedures and knowledge training to include ground handling and servicing. The training is not applicable for G550.

1.3.1.8. Maintenance Update Training. The contractor shall provide a Maintenance Update training course. Class composition shall consist of one flight engineer. The course will include a review of maintenance procedures focused on technical updates.

1.3.1.9. Engine Run & Taxi Training. The contractor shall provide an Engine Run & Taxi training course. Class composition shall consist of one flight engineer. The training will include engine run & taxi procedures.

1.3.1.10. Advanced Troubleshooting. The contractor shall provide an Advanced Troubleshooting course. Class composition shall consist of one flight engineer. Maintenance technicians shall be provided with methodology which can be used to troubleshoot advanced aircraft systems. The training is not applicable for the G550.

1.3.1.11. Operational Maintenance Procedures. The contractor shall provide an Operational Maintenance Procedures course. Class composition shall consist of one flight engineer. The technicians shall confront actual aircraft problems and complex maintenance requirements. The training is not applicable for the G550.

1.3.1.12. Avionics Maintenance Training. The contractor shall provide an Avionics Maintenance Training Course for the GIV, GV and G550 (differences). No class is required for the GIII. Class composition shall consist of one flight engineer. The maintenance technician shall obtain the knowledge and skill to effectively maintain avionics systems. Training will include basic system operation and cockpit indication; trouble shooting, replacement and functional check procedures. The maintenance technician will also be trained to correlate various avionics subsystems. The course will consist of academic knowledge and practical training and testing to demonstrate understanding and comprehension.

1.3.1.13. Crew Emergency Training. The contractor shall provide a Crew Emergency Training Course. Minimum class size is two crewmembers. Training will be conducted to instruct crewmembers on actions to be taken in emergency situations. Emergency situations to be covered include crash landing ditching, smoke in the cabin, fire fighting, and egress training.

The course will include the use of emergency equipment, including escape exits, fire extinguishers, oxygen equipment, life vests and life rafts. Training will be scheduled and conducted in conjunction with required Initial or Refresher training to the maximum extent possible. The training is not applicable for GIII or G550.

1.3.1.14. Two-day Initial Pilot/Flight Engineer Proficiency Training. The training class will normally consist of two pilots per class and a USAF-provided instructor or examiner pilot.

Flight engineer students and a USAF-provided instructor flight engineer may attend depending on Air Force training requirements. Prior coordination is necessary to add an additional seat for the second flight engineer. The course provides a highly flexible opportunity for the Air Force to accomplish a variety of Air Force unique training requirements not included in other courses. An Air Force instructor pilot will conduct all training and briefings. A contractor employee will operate the simulator with no instruction duties. No contractor training materials are required.

The daily requirement is for a briefing room available for two hours of simulator pre-mission briefing, a four hour simulator period, and up to one hour of simulator post-mission briefing (eight hours total simulator training). This training is not applicable for GIV or G550.

1.3.1.15. Cabin Communications Course. The contractor shall provide a Cabin Communications course for Communications Systems Operators (CSOs). Class composition shall consist of one Airborne Communications Specialist. The course shall cover the Magnastar C-750, C-2000, Honeywell Satellite Communications MCS 3000-7000, and Air Show Network Systems. The course shall provide a combination of system description, operation, interfaces, programming, configuration, downloading, and troubleshooting to both Built in Test Equipment (BITE) level and Laptop interfacing where applicable using specialized software. The contractor will provide each student with hands-on equipment training on a fully functional mockup consisting of Magnastar, Air Show and Satellite Communication systems. This training is not applicable for the GIII and G550.

1.3.1.16. Gulfstream Category II Initial Qualification. The training class will normally consist of two pilots per class. The course will provide classroom and simulator training qualifying pilots to fly Category II approaches. Currently, this training is not applicable for the GIII because GIII simulators cannot accommodate this training. If new technology is developed allowing the training to be performed in GIII simulators, the training may be added to the contract (price to be negotiated in the future).

1.3.1.17. Gulfstream Category II Recurrent Training. The training class will normally consist of two pilots per class. The course will provide classroom and simulator recurrent Category II approaches. Currently, this training is not applicable for the GIII because GIII simulators cannot accommodate this training. If new technology is developed allowing the training to be performed in GIII simulators, the training may be added to the contract.

1.3.1.18. Pilot Recurrent International Procedures Course. The training class will be a one day course conducted at a contractor provided facility. The Pilot Recurrent course shall minimally be 7.0 training hours in length and include a review of International and Special Use Airspace procedures as specified in the current FAA Order 8700.1, Chapter 222, General Aviation Operations Inspectors Handbook or reference material as updated by the FAA authorities. Training shall include: review of basic and updated International Operations and emergency procedures, regulatory and technological changes, oceanic flight, navigation, flight planning, equipment requirements, communications procedures, customs, Reduced Vertical Separation Minimum (RVSM), Minimum Navigation Performance Specifications (MNPS), and Required Navigation Performance (RNP)-5 & 10 airspaces, as well as upcoming world airspace changes.

1.3.2. GIV Specific Training Services

1.3.2.1. GIV Three Day Senior Officer Training. The contractor shall provide aircraft qualification training for Senior Military Officers. Training shall be three consecutive days. The course will provide ground training sessions to introduce the fundamental systems and procedures associated with the aircraft. Training shall also include simulator training sessions consisting of normal and emergency procedures and a CRM/MOST scenario. Every effort will be made to schedule any portion of this training between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.

local time, seven days a week. Class composition will normally consist of one senior officer pilot, plus one Air Force instructor pilot and one flight engineer.

1.3.3. GV/550 Specific Training Services

1.3.3.1. G550 Differences Pilot/Flight Engineer Training. The training class will normally consist of two pilots and one flight engineer per class; however, an additional flight engineer may be ordered on an as needed basis. Pilots transitioning from the GV to the G550 shall have completed GV Initial Pilot Training prior to attending G550 Differences Pilot Training. For qualified HUD, CAT II and EVS students, this equipment shall be utilized during simulator training.

1.3.3.2. Two Day Introduction to Advanced/Automated Cockpits Training. The contractor shall provide a GV Advanced/Automated Cockpits training course for pilots who do not have previous experience in advanced cockpit technology. Class composition shall consist of at least one pilot.

1.3.3.3. Maintenance Differences Training GV and G550. The contractor shall provide a GV to G550 Maintenance Differences Course. Class composition shall consist of one flight engineer. The course shall be organized to provide the technician with the differences between the GV and the G550 aircraft.

1.3.3.4. G550 Cabin Systems Management Course. The contractor shall provide a G550 Cabin System Management course for Communications Systems Operators (CSOs). Class composition shall consist of one Airborne Communications Specialist. The syllabus will cover the Magnastar C-750, C-2000, Air Cell phone system, Honeywell Satellite Communications Multichannel Communications System (MCS) 4000-7000, Multi-Display and Control Unit (MDCU), High Speed Data (HSD)-400 and the Air Show 4000 system. The course will provide a combination of system description, operation, interfaces, programming, configuration, downloading, and troubleshooting to both BITE level and Laptop interfacing where applicable using specialized software. The contractor will provide each student with hands-on-equipment training on a fully functional mockup consisting of Magnastar, Air Show and Satellite Communication systems.

1.3.3.5. RNP SAAAR Pilot Training. The contractor shall provide a RNP Special Aircraft & Aircrew Authorization Required (SAAAR) course. The training class will normally consist of two pilots. The course will provide sufficient detail on the aircraft’s navigation and flight control systems to enable pilots to identify failures affecting the aircraft’s RNP capability and then apply the appropriate contingency procedures. This training is not applicable for the GV.

1.3.4. Cockpit Resource Management (CRM). To meet Air Force requirements CRM skills will be integrated into classroom academic training, simulator briefings/debriefings, and training syllabus. CRM skills shall be evaluated during initial qualification and recurring evaluations.

HQ AMC/A3TA will provide the contractor with the USAF special interest CRM topic for each year. The special interest topic will be integrated into the contractor’s existing CRM program where appropriate. A contractor syllabus revision is not required to meet this requirement. CRM Core Curriculum will focus on:

1.3.4.1. Situational Awareness. Objectives for preventing the loss of situational awareness, skills for recognizing the loss of situational awareness, and techniques for recovering from the loss of situational awareness.

1.3.4.2. Crew Coordination/Flight Integrity. Impact on aircrew performance of command authority, leadership, responsibility, assertiveness, conflict resolution, hazardous attitudes, behavioral styles, legitimate avenues of dissent, and team-building.

1.3.4.3. Communication. Common errors, cultural influences, and barriers (rank, age, experience and position). Skills will encompass listening, feedback, precision and efficiency of communication with all members and agencies (i.e., crewmembers, weather, ATC, dispatch, etc.).

1.3.4.4. Risk Management/Decision Making. Includes risk assessment, the risk management process, tools, breakdowns in judgment and flight discipline, problem-solving, evaluation of hazards, and control measures.

1.3.4.5. Task Management. Includes establishing priorities, overload, under load, complacency, management of automation, available resources, checklist discipline, and standard operating procedures.

1.3.4.6. Mission Planning/Debrief. Includes pre-mission analysis and planning, briefing, ongoing mission evaluation, and post mission debrief. Also, specific tools and techniques to be used on operational missions.

1.3.4.7. Mission Oriented Simulator Training (MOST). Provide CRM program training in a realistic, operationally-based simulator environment in real time. LOFT/MOST will provide actual time, realistic mission scenarios that demand crew coordination to safely complete the mission. LOFT/MOST scenarios will be based upon case studies presented in the classroom instruction. LOFT/MOST scenarios will be changed at least annually.

1.3.5. Training Certificate. A Certificate of Training, in contractor format, shall be mailed to the students’ units within five days of each course completion.

1.3.6. Course Critique. Upon completion of training, the contractor shall provide each student with a copy of AMC Operational Support Airlift/Executive Airlift (OSA/EA) Form, Student Course Critique. Students will be afforded time to complete the critique in private and return it to their instructor in a sealed envelope for review by the contractor program manager. The contractor shall forward a completed copy of the course critique along with the invoice to the following address:

HQ AMC/A3TA

Attn: Chief, OSA/EA Training 402 Scott Drive, Unit 3A1 Scott AFB, IL 62225-5302

1.3.7. Contractor Course Materials.

1.3.7.1. Syllabus. Within the first two weeks after contract award, the contractor shall forward a copy of the contractor’s syllabus for each class to AMC/A3TA. All changes must be submitted to AMC/A3TA for approval. The Government approved syllabi shall be used for the life of the contract, unless changes are required by the Government. The syllabus shall be submitted to HQ AMC/A3TA, 402 Scott Drive, Unit 3A1, Scott AFB, IL 62225-5302, with a copy furnished to the CO. The contractor shall accommodate Government requested changes to the syllabus.

1.3.7.2. Courseware. Within the first two weeks after contract award, the contractor shall forward a copy of the contractor’s courseware for each class to AMC/A3TA. All changes must be submitted to AMC/A3TA for approval.

1.3.8. AF Form 1522 (ARMS Additional Training Accomplishment Report). The contractor shall include AF Form 1522 when submitting the invoice to the following address:

HQ AMC/A3TA

Attn: Chief, OSA/EA Training 402 Scott Drive, Unit 3A1 Scott AFB, IL 62225-5302

1.3.8.1. Complete the AF Form 1522 in accordance with the following instructions.

a. Students or the contractor can fill out the form. The contractor shall ensure that the information is accurate.

b. Last Name: Enter appropriate last name.

c. SSN: Leave Blank.

d. Unit: Enter appropriate unit number.

e. Acft Code: Enter C-20, C-37 etc.

f. Crew Posn: Enter “P” (Pilot), or “FE” (flight engineer).

g. Event Description: Enter “Initial”, “Refresher”, or “Flight Simulator Training” as applicable.

h. Event Identifier: Leave Blank.

i. Date: Enter the course completion date.

j. Input By: Contractor signs here to indicate that the training was completed.

k. Date: Enter the date the contractor signs the form.

l. Remote Identification: Leave Blank

1.3.9. AF Form 4024, Aircrew Training Accomplishment Report. Data on this form will provide the home unit with a record of the events each student accomplished during contractor training and the proficiency level achieved. Provide AF Form 4024 to the student upon course completion.

1.3.9.1. Complete the AF Form 4024 in accordance with the following instructions:

a. Students or the contractor can fill out items b through g on the form. The contractor shall fill out item h and ensure that the information is accurate.

b. Last Name:

c. Crew Position: Enter “P” (Pilot), or “FE” (flight engineer).

d. Course: Enter “Initial”, “Refresher”, or “Flight Simulator Training” as applicable.

e. Sortie: Enter Sim #1, Sim #2 etc.

f. Date:

g. Training Event/Task Listing: A list of training events will be preprinted on the form.

h. The contractor instructor will enter the following at the end of each sim period.

1. ACCM. Place a check mark on the events accomplished.

2. Grade. Contractor instructor enters the student’s proficiency level as:

“B” (Briefing item only) “F” (Familiarization item; proficiency not required)

“S” (Satisfactory; student has not yet achieved required proficiency but progress is satisfactory – based on contractor training standards);

“P” (Proficient; student has achieved proficiency- based on contractor training standards); or

“U” (Unsatisfactory, student’s proficiency has not met required minimum standards - based on contractor training standards).

Note: Once a student has received a “P” for an event, the only subsequent grade allowed is either “P” or “U.” Any event graded as “U” must have an associated remark on the AF Form 4023.

i. Total number. On the right hand side of the form the student will total the events before turning in the form at home station.

j. Required Proficiency Level. This is for Air Force use.

1.3.10. Invoicing. Contractor shall submit invoices and necessary attachments to the COR for review and approval through Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) no later than the end of the calendar month following training.

1.3.11. Contractor Manpower Reporting. The contractor shall report ALL contractor labor hours (including subcontractor labor hours) required for performance of services provided under this contract for the AMC/A3TA via a secure data collection site. The contractor is required to completely fill in all required data fields at http://www.ecmra.mil.

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

http://www.ecmra.mil/

*Reporting Period: Contractors are required to input data by 31 October of each year.

Uses and Safeguarding of Information: Information from the secure web site is considered to be proprietary in nature when the contract number and contractor identity are associated with the direct labor hours and direct labor dollars. At no time will any data be released to the public with the contractor name and contract number associated with the data.

User Manuals: Data for Air Force service requirements must be input at the Air Force CMRA link. However, user manuals for government personnel and contractors are available at the Army CMRA link at http://www.ecmra.mil.

1.4. DELIVERABLES

PWS Para Title Delivery Date/Description

1.3.5. Certificate of Training Mail to student’s unit within 5 days upon course completion.

1.3.6. AMC Form OSA-EA, Student

Course Critique Forward with invoice.

1.3.7. Syllabus & Contractor Course

Materials

Provide a copy of the contractor’s syllabus and courseware for each class to AMC/A3TA within the first two weeks of contract award. Changes must be submitted to AMC/A3TA for approval.

1.3.8. AF Form 1522, ARMS Additional

Training Accomplishment Input

Forward with invoice.

1.3.9. AF IMT 4024, Aircrew Training

Accomplishment Report

Provide to student upon course completion.

4.12.1. Student Hospitalization Notification Notify unit of assignment and Contracting Officer within 24 hours.

4.8.1.1. Student Failure Notification Letter Forward to AMC/A3TA, unit of assignment, and the Contracting Officer when student receives an unsatisfactory course grade within 24 hours.

http://www.ecmra.mil/

2. SERVICES SUMMARY

Performance Objective PWS Paragraph Performance Threshold

1. Provide Initial Pilot and Flight Engineer Training

1.3.1.1 COR shall receive no more

than one validated student complaint concerning quality of instruction during a training quarter.

2. Provide Refresher Pilot and Flight Engineer Training

1.3.1.2 COR shall receive no more

than one validated student complaint concerning quality of

3. Provide Technical Training Courses

1.3.1.7 – 1.3.1.12 1.3.1.15

1.3.3.3 – 1.3.3.4

COR shall receive no more than one validated student complaint concerning quality of

4. Provide Miscellaneous Training Courses

1.3.1.3 – 1.3.1.6

1.3.1.13 – 1.3.1.14

1.3.1.16 – 1.3.1.18 1.3.2.1

1.3.3.1 – 1.3.3.2 1.3.3.5

COR shall receive no more than one validated student complaint concerning quality of

5. Provide Completed AF Forms and other documentation as required

1.3.5 - 1.3.9.1 Completed documentation acceptable to AMC/A3TA shall be provided 95% of the time within the designated time period after completion of each class with 100% accuracy.

3. GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED INFORMATION

ITEM

NUMBER

PUBLICATION TITLE NO. COPIES

1 USAF C-20B FOM USAF Flight Operations Manual

1 Softcopy or hardcopy

2 USAF C-20H FOM USAF Flight Operations Manual

1 Softcopy or hardcopy

3 USAF C-37A/B FOM USAF Flight Operations Manual

1 Softcopy or hardcopy

4 AFI 11-2VIP,Vol 3 SAM Operations Procedures 1 Softcopy or

5 OSA/EA Form Student Course Critique 1 Softcopy or hardcopy

6 AF Form 1522 ARMS Additional Training Accomplishment Report

1 Softcopy or hardcopy

7 AF IMT 4024 Aircrew Training Accomplishment Report

1 Softcopy or

4. GENERAL INFORMATION

4.1. Training Hours Times. The maximum length of a training period is 10 hours. The contactor shall make every effort to conduct academic training between the hours of 7:00 a.m.

and 6:00 p.m. local time, unless otherwise specified in the course description paragraphs (i.e., paragraph 1.3.1.4).

4.2. Simulator Training Hours. The contractor shall make every effort to conduct simulator training between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. local time.

4.3. Crew Rest. A period of time between training periods must be set aside for the student so that he/she is adequately rested to begin the next training session. This time must not be broken up into segments, and therefore must be given as a solid block of time. The minimum length for crew rest time between training periods shall be 12 hours. Students shall be granted one day off of training for every six consecutive days of training.

4.4. Tailored Training to Meet USAF Requirements.

4.4.1. Upon award, Air Force cockpit procedures and checklists will be provided to the contractor and shall be used during training. Prior to aircrew training, the COR or a designated subject matter expert (SME) will collaborate with instructor personnel to ensure they are up to date with Air Force procedures and checklists. The COR or a designated SME will travel to contractor facility to instruct/brief key personnel (instructors) on these procedures and checklists.

In addition, the COR or a designated SME will be available for telephone inquiries.

4.4.2. The contractor will collaborate with the COR to identify and sequence training profiles.

The goal is to optimize the contractor training syllabus with USAF learning objectives/maneuver requirements.

4.5. Class Scheduling.

4.5.1. Classes shall be scheduled by direct contact between the COR or a designated flying unit scheduling point of contact and the contractor. Scheduling shall be accomplished after issuance of a task order by the CO in accordance with the Ordering clause.

4.5.2. In the event agreement cannot be reached on scheduling of a class or classes, the matter shall be referred to the CO for resolution. The contractor shall submit a list of class attendees (to include student name, organization and date of training) to the addresses provided at time of award no later than three business days prior to class start. The Government reserves the right to substitute students at its discretion.

4.6. Cancelation Notice. The Government shall notify the contractor in writing of any class cancellation in accordance with the contractor’s cancellation policy, or 15 calendar days prior to the class start date, whichever is closest to the scheduled start date. In the case of an emergency (i.e. death, injury, illness, mission essential task, or an emergency which requires the scheduled training to be cancelled in the best interest of the Government), the Government will not be liable for payment.

4.7. Student Administration. Upon the first day of class, the contractor shall obtain a copy of military orders directing the student to class entry. In the event that students do not have military orders because no travel is involved, or for any other reason, the contractor will obtain other verification that the student is to enter class and retain a list of such students, including name, rank, serial number and military organization.

4.7.1. Unsatisfactory Academic Performance.

4.7.1.1. Students whose academic progress does not meet the standards established for the course will continue in training and will be reported as stated below. If the contractor determines that a student should be released from training for any of the reasons listed in paragraphs 4.7.1.3(a), 4.7.1.3(b), and 4.7.1.3(c) below, an e-mail notification within 24 hours shall be sent to the COR, CO, and the student’s unit of assignment. The student will remain in class until disposition instructions are received from the CO.

4.7.1.2. If a pilot has not met required proficiency standards after completion of the training outlined in the schedule and in the specifications herein, the contractor shall notify the CO within one business day.

4.7.1.3. Reasons for releasing a student are:

a. The student’s academic progress fails to meet established course standards, and, in the opinion of the contractor’s course supervisor, cannot satisfactorily complete the course;

b. The student’s physical condition, by reason of injury or illness, has been changed to the extent that further training is deemed impracticable;

c. An emergency develops which in the best interest of the Air Force, for compassionate reasons or for personal emergency, requires a student to be withdrawn from training, either temporarily or permanently.

4.8. Security Requirements. Training is unclassified.

4.9. Physical Security. The contractor shall safeguard all Government owned equipment and materials (if any) in the contractor’s possession.

4.10. Quality Assurance. According to the applicable Federal Acquisition Regulation, Inspection of Services clause, the Government will evaluate the contractor’s performance under the contract. Any action taken by the COR, as a result of surveillance, will be according to the terms of the contract.

4.11. Contractor Furnished Items and Services.

4.11.1. Emergency and Minor Medical Services. The contractor shall provide minor emergency medical services as normally provided to its own employees. If immediate hospitalization is required, the contractor shall arrange transportation to the nearest available hospital. If the student is a member of the Armed Forces, admission to a military hospital is preferred. The contractor is not responsible for student hospitalization costs. The contractor shall notify the student’s unit of assignment and CO within 24 hours after admitting any student to a hospital.