Attachment 1 PWS dated 14 May 2026.pdf
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This is a Performance Work Statement (PWS) for Aircraft Wash, Corrosion Control and Miscellaneous Maintenance Services at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware, effective May 14, 2026.
The contractor shall provide comprehensive aircraft wash and cleaning services for C-5 and C-17 aircraft, including towing, washing, de-paneling, lubrication, interior cleaning, landing gear maintenance, and component washing. Services encompass complete aircraft washes (24-hour maximum), exterior washes (12-hour maximum), interior cleaning (8-hour maximum), clear water rinses (1.5-hour maximum), isochronal inspections for C-5 (96 cumulative hours), home station checks for C-17 (36 hours), and various specialized cleaning tasks with defined time limits. The contractor must establish an aircraft services management system, maintain tool and equipment control programs, implement foreign object damage (FOD) prevention protocols, and utilize current technical orders via government-provided laptops and LAN access. All services will be performed at Hangar 706 or the outside wash rack facility, with operations available 24 hours daily, seven days weekly, including federal holidays. The contractor is responsible for all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, and hazardous materials management in compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations. Government-furnished property includes tow equipment, facilities (mobile office, tool trailer, storage units), powered and non-powered aerospace ground equipment, bench stock items, and utilities. The contractor must maintain a quality control plan, ensure personnel receive required security clearances and training, comply with occupational safety standards, and report all contractor labor hours via the CMRA website. Performance thresholds include no more than one unacceptable management service per 30-day period, no more than two valid customer complaints per 30 days for aircraft wash services, 100% sampling of emergency services with zero unacceptable services monthly, and zero environmental violation notices.
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CUI
PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT
FOR
AIRCRAFT WASH, CORROSION CONTROL AND
MISCELLANEOUS MAINTENANCE SERVICES
DOVER AIR FORCE BASE DELAWARE
May 14, 2026
SECTION 1
Description of Services:
1.1. Management 4
1.2. Aircraft Tow, Wash, De-paneling, Lubrication 5
& Cleaning Services for C-5
1.3. Aircraft Tow, Wash, De-paneling, Lubrication 11
& Cleaning Services for C-17
1.4. Environmental Compliance 16
1.5. Environmental Specifications 17
1.6. Facility Maintenance 18
1.7. Mission Essential Services 18
1.8. Emergency Services 18
SECTION 2
Service Delivery Summary: 19
SECTION 3
Resources Available for Contractor Use: 20
3.3. Facilities 20
3.4 Property 20
3.5. Contractor Furnished Items: 22
SECTION 4
General Information: 25
4.1. The Contractor 25
4.2. Hours of Operation 25
4.3. Employee Uniform & Appearance 25
4.4. Security Requirements 25
4.5. Training & Qualifications 26
4.6. Quality Control 26
4.7. Quality Assurance 26
4.8. Contractor Liability 26
4.9. Physical Security 26
4.10. Records Management 26
4.11. Technical Orders, Publications, & Forms 26
4.12 Safety 26
4.13. Conservation of Utilities 27
4.14. Housekeeping & Recycling 27
4.15. Outside Wash Rack 27
4.16. Flightline Driving 27
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4.17. Antiterrorism 27
4.18 Contractor Manpower Reporting 28
4.19 Security 29
4.20 Contractor Badge Policies 29
4.21 Installation Access 30
4.22 Solid and Hazardous Waste Removal 30
SECTION 5
Appendices
Appendix 1 – Equipment 30 Appendix 2 – Technical Orders, Publications, & Forms 31 Appendix 3 – C-5 MSG-3 Isochronal Wash and De-panel References 36 Appendix 4 – C-17 HSC Wash and De-panel References 37 Appendix 5 – Dover AFB Hazmat Chemical Worksheet 38 Appendix 6 – Contractor’s Monthly Report for Hazmat 39
NOTE:
Mobilization of New Service Provider
In the event the incumbent is not the awardee of the contract there will be a two-week service mobilization. During this time, the awardee will begin moving new equipment to Dover AFB and will be completely in place by the end of the mobilization period. All incumbents’ equipment should be completely removed by the end of mobilization period.
Transition of Work
Future Service Providers. In the event a follow-on contract is awarded to other than the incumbent, the incumbent Service Provider shall provide all reasonable support to the Government and the successful offer to ensure an orderly transition and minimize any impact on the entire operation. At no time shall aircraft wash, cleaning, wheel cleaning, or any other service mentioned in this PWS be compromised during the mobilization of the new service provider/transition out period of the incumbent.
1. Description of Services
SECTION 1
The contractor shall perform Aircraft Wash, Corrosion Control and Miscellaneous Services at Dover Air Force Base (AFB) as defined in all sections of this Performance Work Statement (PWS). The contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, and other items necessary to perform contracted services, unless specified as provided by the government. Contractor tasks include:
• Aircraft Wash Services Management Functions
• Aircraft Tow, Wash, De-paneling Lubrication and De-paneling Services
• Emergency Services
• Environmental Compliance
1.1. Management:
The contractor should establish an Aircraft Services Management system to perform the following:
1.1.1. Ensure contractor notifies the Maintenance Operation Center (MOC) upon start and completion of requested services. Contractor will close out all associated jobs in the Air Force Core Automated Maintenance System for Mobility (G081) Maintenance Information System, within 1 hour of task completion.
1.1.2. Ensure contractor completes automated Air Force Technical Order (AFTO) Form 349, Maintenance Data Collection Record (G081 screen 8001), received for all performed services.
1.1.3. Ensure an effective tool and equipment control program is in place. All tools and equipment will be marked to readily identify them as the contractors’ property, thus to preclude tools and equipment being left in or around aircraft, in accordance with (IAW) the applicable Dover AFB Instruction (DAFBI) which can be found through Air Force e-Publishing (http://www.e- publishing.af.mil/).
1.1.4. Ensure an effective foreign object damage (FOD) control and prevention program, to include performing FOD inspections on all aircraft wash facilities, aircraft parking, employee work areas, and contractor vehicles, is in place. The requirements of this program are outlined in DAFI 21-101_AMCSUP.
1.1.5. Ensure current technical data and publications are used while providing services. Will sign-out and possess approved digital technical orders from the Maintenance Group (MXG) Composite Tool Kits (CTKs), at any of 4 locations (Hangar 711, Hangar 714, Bldg 793 or Bldg 794). Laptop computers will be used in place of hardcopy government technical orders (T.O.). There must be a minimum of 3 laptop computers signed out per wash. If through the course of performance of this contract additional publications and forms are required, they will be located on the Local Area Network (LAN). Laptop computers must be signed back in to the MXG CTK location from which they were signed out. The government will provide computers and LAN access.
1.1.6. CONTRACTOR EMPLOYEES:
1.1.7. Site manager will have previous aircraft maintenance experience of greater than 10 years with a working knowledge of heavy aircraft ground handling and aircraft scheduled maintenance. The assigned Site Manager will submit a resume and any credentials they deem pertinent to perform the services listed in this PWS with the submitted proposal.
1.1.7.1. Before contracted work can commence, all employees requiring a Common Access Card (CAC) for LAN and G081 access will coordinate through the 436 MXG Information Assurance Officer and the 436 MXO Security Manager to complete Information Protection Awareness Training, be verified through the 436 Maintenance Group (MXG) LOGNET office and be National Agency Check verified through the base Automated Security Clearance Approval System (ASCAS). All employees requiring access to this system shall be United States citizens.
1.1.7.2. Employees’ training records are to be kept updated with current qualification and certification information IAW paragraph 3.3 and 4.5 of this PWS. Employees’ training records are to be made available for review by the Government COR 24 hours a day. Each employee must have an individual record of training.
1.1.7.3. Employees are too strictly comply with the contractor’s quality control plan and all applicable Air Force safety Instructions (see Appendix 2 and Para 4.6).
1.1.7.4. Aircraft wash management personnel are required to be available twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week by phone or beeper for coordination with the Maintenance Operations Center (MOC), Maintenance Production Superintendent, Plans and Scheduling, or COR, to include performing aircraft wash services or cleaning services outlined in this PWS.
1.1.8. The contractor is responsible for ensuring the availability of all vehicles and equipment needed to accomplish the requirements of this PWS. Contractor vehicles will be uniform in color and equipped with pintle hooks capable of towing Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE) weighing up to 9000 pounds. All contractor supplied vehicles shall be identified with the contractor’s company name visible on both sides.
Contractor should ensure vehicles are always operational. The contractor shall notify the 436 MXG Quality Assurance Office immediately of any damaged or malfunctioning equipment used to provide services if such equipment will cause a delay in completion of services. Repair or replacement, including rental vehicles/equipment must be made within 24 hours, to preclude a lapse in service.
1.1.9. The contractor shall ensure MOC, and the COR are notified immediately of any mishap that results in any damage to government assets or personnel or any mishap that results in injury to contractor personnel. Notify MOC/the COR immediately for coordination with other wing agencies.
1.1.9.1. Mishaps, customer, or contractor complaint written response must be provided to COR NLT 24 hours of incident.
1.2. Aircraft Tow, Wash, De-paneling, Lubrication & Cleaning Services for C-5:
The contractor shall perform the following aircraft wash and cleaning services inside the wash facilities or on the flight line. This section defines the types of services and specifications required and the maximum allowable elapsed time for each service. The contractor shall not exceed the maximum allowable elapsed time as indicated for a specific service in the service description header. On aircraft services where protective covers and masking band taping are required as described in the specifications and referenced technical orders, contractor installation and removal of protective covers and masking band taping will be accomplished, along with the required service, within the maximum allowable elapsed time. When two or more services are to be completed, the maximum time allowed for all combined services is the maximum allowable time for the single longest service, not the cumulative time of all services performed. All services will be accomplished in accordance with listed specifications and the procedures outlined in the following technical orders: 1-1-691, 1-1-8, 1C-5M-23-1, 1C-5M-6WC-7, and 1C-5M-6WC-13.
NOTE 1: For the purpose of this PWS, Wash Services are defined as all services required to be performed at a designated wash location utilizing water hoses, soap spraying equipment, etc. Clear Water Rinses are defined as all services required using clean water until all accumulated contaminants are removed. No scrubbing or brushing is required. Procedures will be at wash locations or completed on flightline in general aircraft parking areas. Cleaning Services are defined as all services not requiring water hoses and soap spraying equipment or a designated wash facility.
NOTE 2: All references to the condition of clean pertain to the following description, as outlined in AMCI 21-105 Fabrication Program.
NOTE 3: Definition of clean. Surfaces shall be deemed “clean” after satisfactory completion of the following method: Accomplish a close visual inspection to determine if all residue, oily film, and streaking have been removed. If cleanliness is questionable, a dry, lint free, white towel is wiped firmly across the various surfaces. If excessive soiling of the towel occurs, the surface is not clean. Wheel wells, flap wells, and exterior surfaces should be inspected using this method.
NOTE 4: Consecutive complete aircraft washes may be required. A minimum twenty-four-hour notice will be given by the government for aircraft wash services not including Component & Equipment washes.
NOTE 5: In case of any maintenance discrepancies preventing completion of wash services, Contractor will notify MOC and Production Superintendent immediately.
NOTE 6: After completion of Aircraft Wash Services in Hangar 706 the entire hangar floor will be cleaned to remove all dirt, grim and grease. Also, the floor will be clear of any free-standing water.
1.2.1. TOW OF C-5 AIRCRAFT (Maximum Allowable Time – 2 Hours) - Coordinate usage of tow vehicle with owning unit as required. Tow of aircraft to designated wash location and return to designated parking location after wash service. Parking location will be designated by Production Supervisor or MOC. Upon return to designated parking spot, government personnel will accomplish all tows into all Hangars with permanently installed stands. All aircraft tows will be accomplished IAW Applicable Aircraft technical data and Maintenance Operational Instruction for Aircraft Towing, Hangaring and Emergency Removal.
1.2.2. COMPLETE AIRCRAFT WASH: (Maximum Allowable Time – 24.0 Hours) - This service will include items 1.2.1., 1.2.3, 1.2.4, 1.2.5., 1.2.7., and 1.2.20.
1.2.3. PRE-WASH PREPARATION:
Prepare the aircraft for wash IAW Applicable Technical Order. In addition, the contractor will remove and/or open all required panels and access doors. Operate the aircraft hydraulic systems to kneel/unkneel the aircraft, and open/close the fwd and aft loading complexes as required. Remove waste containers to the component wash area. Remove and stow all debris and loose equipment on the flight station, relief crew, courier, and troop compartments (bunk mattresses and T.O.’s remain in their stowed position). Stow all loose cargo compartment equipment on catwalks (ensure the nose and main landing gear sequence control panels are clear of obstructions). Remove rollers from cargo floor and bundle in 6 stacks on the cargo floor. Remove stoppers from drain tubes located in chine covers on right side of fuselage at fuselage station 824 and station 1474 IAW 1C-5M-23-1 Table 7-1. Ensure all center logistic rails are open. Roll up and secure or remove and stow insulation on aft ramp longerons (approximately 2 feet above floor).
1.2.4. POST-WASH/LUBRICATION AND RESTORATION:
Contractor will prepare the aircraft for lube to include removal of all required panels and will perform lubrication of aircraft IAW applicable technical order. Lubrication will begin within 1 hour after wash completion. After three attempts, if a grease fitting will not accept grease or is broken off the contractor will remove and replace the grease fitting, annotate the AFTO 781 series forms/G081 for each instance (The AFTO 781 series forms are located onboard each aircraft. The location and use of the forms and G081 are part of the government furnished initial training IAW para 3.1.4 of this PWS). Lube points will be replaced and lubed before completion of lubrication services. Restore the aircraft from wash and lubrication IAW applicable technical data. In addition, the contractor will install and/or close all required panels and access doors. Operate the aircraft hydraulic systems (using external hydraulic test stand “mule”) to unkneel the aircraft, cycle flight control surfaces as required to expose lubrication fittings and close the fwd and aft loading complexes. All removed equipment will be reinstalled on the aircraft, and all trapped water is drained from fuselage, cargo, and ramp areas prior to turning the aircraft over to maintenance.
1.2.5 COMPLETE EXTERIOR WASH: (Maximum Allowable Time- 12 hours) This service applies to the entire exterior of the aircraft and includes thrust reversers, flap wells, spoilers, wheel wells, landing gear doors, main landing gear pods, T-tail, and service compartments accessible by quick-disconnect fasteners on the outside of the aircraft. This service also applies to all landing gear assemblies, wheels, tires, brakes, and any components within the specified work areas, not specifically identified herein.
NOTE: Wheels, brakes, axles, bogie beam assemblies, interior of engine cowl doors, and landing gear strut components will not be cleaned using high pressure cleaning equipment.
1.2.6 CLEAR WATER RINSE: (Maximum Allowable Time – 1.5 Hours) This service will consist of complete and thorough flushing of the entire exterior of the aircraft with clean water at the wash rack facilities or general aircraft parking spots on the flightline until all accumulated contaminants are removed. The use of brushes and cleaning solutions is not required. It is solely a rinsing operation for the purpose of diluting and flushing away light accumulations of salt, dirt, and other water-soluble debris.
NOTE: Water directed at close range may remove lubricants from joints. Do not direct water at openings, which are normally masked during regular washes. Avoid direct spray into openings and surfaces immediately adjacent to openings. Keep water nozzle at least 10 feet away from the surface being rinsed.
Position the water stream at a direct contact angle of 45 degrees or less to minimize the impact pressure. If the above conditions are not met notify the COR for further guidance.
NOTE: Storm Drains. The use of storm drain blockers for clear water rinses on the flight line are required.
Use Service Provider (SP) vacuum trucks to collect all water off the ground generated from aircraft washing or rinsing. All vacuumed nonhazardous wash/rinse water shall be discharged into floor drains in hangar 706 only. The SP shall identify storm drains inlets that may capture aircraft wash or rinse water and block those drains with SP drain blocks of an appropriate design prior to the beginning of the wash. When dumping water from the vacuum truck into the floor drain in 706 the SP shall dump the water at the easternmost point furthest from the oil water separator (OWS) in order to slow and disperse the flow with the floor drain channel before it reaches the OWS.
1.2.7 COMPLETE INTERIOR CLEANING: (Maximum Allowable Time – 8.0 Hours) Interior compartments shall include, but are not limited to, the flight station, relief crew, and courier compartments to include bunkrooms and avionics compartments, latrines, closets, galley, and boiler room.
Cargo compartment to include the crew entrance door, ladders, floor, tie down pans, rails, rollers, winch wells, side doors, center door, chine coves, catwalks, ducts, and forward and aft ramps. Troop compartment includes latrines, closets, and galley. Remove trash from all floors, racks, shelves, seats, and seat pockets.
Wash and return all waste containers. Vacuum and/or clean walls, windows, windshields, ladders, doors, floors, panels, consoles, curtains, seats, seat pockets, and all other areas where dust, dirt, and other particles collect. Remove stains from carpets, seats, mattresses, and all other fabric surfaces. Wash, polish, and disinfect galley latrine basins, toilets, and mirrors. Scrub and mop all floors that do not have carpet installed.
Wash cargo compartment floor and chine coves. Pay special attention to hydraulic service center areas. Care must be taken to prevent moving or damaging aircraft controls, switches, instruments, and other installed equipment. Do not permit cleaning solution to drip below the intended cleaning surfaces. Do not use high-pressure water for rinsing interior surfaces. An interior cleaning will consist of items 1.2.8, 1.2.9., 1.2.10.
1.2.8 COMPLETE INTERIOR CLEANING OF FLIGHT STATION, RELIEF CREW & CREW COURIER
COMPARTMENTS: (Maximum Allowable Time – 2.0 Hours) Interior compartments shall include, but are not limited to, the flight station, relief crew, and courier compartments to include bunkrooms, latrines, closets, and galley. Remove trash from all floors, seats, seat pockets, shelves, and waste containers. Vacuum and/or clean: walls, windows, windshield, floors, panels, consoles, bulkheads, and seats. Remove stains from carpets, seats, mattresses, and all other fabric surfaces.
Wash, polish, and disinfect galley, latrine basins, toilets, and mirrors. Scrub and mop floors that do not have carpet installed. Care must be taken to prevent moving or damaging aircraft controls, switches, instruments, and other installed equipment. Do not permit cleaning solution to drip below the intended cleaning surfaces.
NOTE: This service may be accomplished at a location other than hangar 706 or the outside wash- rack.
1.2.9 COMPLETE INTERIOR CLEANING OF TROOP COMPARTMENT: (Maximum Allowable Time –
1.5 Hours)
The troop compartment shall include latrines, closets, and galley. Remove trash from all floors, seats, seat pockets, shelves, and waste containers. Vacuum and clean all floors, bulkheads, seats, walls, and window surfaces. Remove stains from carpets, seats, and all other fabric surfaces.
Wash, polish, and disinfect galley, latrine basins, toilets, and mirrors. Scrub and mop floors that do not have carpet. Care must be taken to prevent moving or damaging aircraft controls, switches, instruments, and other installed equipment. Do not permit cleaning solution to drip below the intended cleaning surfaces.
NOTE: This service may be accomplished at a location other than hangar 706 or the outside wash rack.
1.2.10 COMPLETE INTERIOR CLEANING OF CARGO COMPARTMENT TO INCLUDE
1.2.3.: (Maximum Allowable Time – 3.0 Hours) The cargo compartment shall include the floor, tie down pans, rails, chine coves, catwalks, ladders, walls, trim panels, ducts, forward and aft ramps. Wash and remove dirt, grease, scuffmarks, and stains from walls, and trim panels. Pay particular attention to hydraulic service center covers.
Vacuum/mop cargo floor, tie down pans, rails, and chine coves. Care must be taken to prevent moving or damaging aircraft controls, switches, instruments, and other installed equipment. Do not permit cleaning solution to drip below the intended cleaning surfaces.
NOTE: This service may be accomplished at a location other than hangar 706 or the outside wash- rack
1.2.11. COMPLETE UNDERFLOOR CLEANING TO INCLUDE 1.2.12. & 1.2.13.: (Maximum Allowable Time – 4.0 Hours) The underfloor area consists of the entire interior of the forward and aft underfloor areas. Access is gained to these areas by removing the access doors at the forward and aft ends of the left main landing gear wheel wells. Cleaning will be accomplished as follows: Pick up trash and vacuum loose soils. Clean the surface with a 9 to 1 solution of water and cleaning compound MIL-PRF- 87937 Type IV or approved substitute and agitate with a nonmetallic brush. Repeat as required to obtain a clean, oil-free surface. Ensure all drain holes are open by gently pushing a blunt nonmetallic instrument into the drain hole from the outside of the aircraft.
Thoroughly rinse the entire area with clean tap water using only low-pressure fine mist spray. Ensure all cleaning compound, residue, and water are removed by using sponges, rags, or vacuuming.
1.2.12. FORWARD UNDERFLOOR CLEANING: (Maximum Allowable Time – 2.5 Hours) The forward underfloor consists of the entire interior of the forward underfloor area. Access is gained by removing the access door in the forward left main landing gear wheel well. Cleaning will be accomplished as follows: Pick up trash and vacuum loose soils. Clean the surface with a 9 to 1 solution of water and cleaning compound MIL- PRF-87937 Type IV or approved substitute and agitate with a nonmetallic brush. Repeat as required to obtain a clean, oil-free surface. Ensure all drain holes are open by gently pushing a blunt nonmetallic instrument into the drain hole from the outside of the aircraft. Thoroughly rinse the entire area with clean tap water using only low- pressure fine mist spray. Ensure all cleaning compound, residue, and water are removed by using sponges, rags, or vacuuming.
1.2.13. AFT UNDERFLOOR CLEANING: (Maximum Allowable Time – 1.5 Hours) The aft underfloor consists of the entire interior of the aft underfloor area. Access is gained by removing the access door in the aft left main landing gear wheel well. Cleaning will be accomplished as follows: Pick up trash and vacuum loose soils. Clean the surface with a 9 to 1 solution of water and cleaning compound MIL- PRF-87937 Type IV or approved substitute and agitate with a nonmetallic brush. Repeat as required to obtain a clean, oil-free surface. Ensure all drain holes are open by gently pushing a blunt nonmetallic instrument into the drain hole from the outside of the aircraft. Thoroughly rinse the entire area with clean tap water using only low- pressure fine mist spray. Ensure all cleaning compound, residue, and water are removed by using sponges, rags, or vacuuming.
1.2.14. AFTERBODY STATION KEEPING AREA CLEANING: (Maximum Allowable Time-5.0 hrs) The Afterbody station keeping area shall include all areas aft of anti-hijack screens. Wash and remove dirt, grease, from all panels. Care must be taken to prevent damaging screens and all panels aft of the anti-hijack screens.
Clean the surface with a 9 to 1 solution of water and cleaning compound MIL- PRF-87937 Type IV or approved substitute and agitate with a nonmetallic brush. Repeat as required to obtain a clean, oil-free surface. Thoroughly rinse the entire area with clean tap water using only low-pressure fine mist spray.
Ensure all cleaning compound, residue, and water are removed by using sponges, rags, or vacuuming. Do not permit cleaning solution to drip below the intended cleaning surfaces!
1.2.15. LANDING GEAR WASH & LUBE: (Maximum Allowable Time – 8.0 Hours) This service consists of cleaning the nose and main landing gear assemblies, to include the wheels, brakes, bogies, struts, interior of inboard and outboard doors, and wheel well area. All gear assemblies will be lubed after wash in accordance with T.O. 1C-5M-6WC-13.
1.2.16. LUBRICATION OF FLIGHT CONTROL SURFACES: (Maximum Allowable Time – 4.0 Hours) This service applies to lubrication of flight control surfaces as defined by T.O. 1C-5M-6WC-13. Plans and Scheduling will notify Contractor when this service is separate from a complete wash.
1.2.17. LARGE AREA CLEANING: (Maximum Allowable Time – 4.0 Hours) This service consists of cleaning of an area or combination of areas, in excess of 200 square feet (example: T-tail wash, center cargo door, etc.). It may be used to clean an area for inspection and/or repair.
1.2.18. SPECIAL AREA WASH: (Maximum Allowable Time – 5.0 Hours) This service consists of cleaning the upper half of the fuselage including both sides of the vertical stabilizer.
Upper and lower wing surfaces are excluded. This service may be used when in-flight refueling has been accomplished and fuel spillage residue has contaminated the upper fuselage and vertical stabilizer surfaces.
The entire fuselage must be rinsed thoroughly to prevent streaking of lower surfaces.
1.2.19. ISOCHRONAL INSPECTION WASH AND DEPANEL (see Appendix 4): (Maximum Allowable Time-96.0 hrs cumulative not consecutive) this service will include items 1.2.1., 1.2.3, 1.2.4, 1.2.5., 1.2.7., 1.2.14., and 1.2.21. Additionally, panels identified as areas of possible corrosion will be removed and placed in storage racks/designated areas/aircraft cargo bay, interior cargo panels will be rolled up and zip tied out of the way for inspection and re-installation by government personnel upon completion of inspection and repair.
All panels will be documented in the aircraft forms and G081 when removed and will be identified by AFTO Forms 350 with attending hardware secured to the individual panel it was removed from with parts bags.
Aircraft will be lubed IAW 1C-5M-6WC-7 (Except MLG/NLG Gearboxes/ ATM Oil Servicing and accumulator servicing).
Panels identified for inspection will be loaded into the standard aircraft wash package by the government.
NOTE: All Apexes will be supplied by Government for this service. Anti-skid removal and replacement will be accomplished tentatively on the weekends.
NOTE: Contractor will provide qualified personnel to remove stuck screws.
1.2.20. ENGINE AND COWL DOOR (INTERNAL) WASH (Maximum Allowable Time – 4.0 hrs) This service pertains to four wing mounted engines and their respective cowl doors and shall be accomplished with cowl doors open. Service consists of pre-soaking engines and cowl doors (internal) with water, applying cleaning solution (allowing them to soak on each surface area for minimum of one-half hour), then rinsing with water. Engine inlets and internal exhaust sections are not included in this service. No scrub brushes required for this service.
1.2.21. ANTI-SKID REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT: (Maximum Allowable Time – 8.0 Hours) This service consists of removing and replacing damaged anti-skid throughout the aircraft. Areas of concern will be Crew Entry ladder, flight station ladder, catwalks, and cargo floor. All anti-skid will be removed and replaced after wash. Special attention will be given to prevent damage to floor and/or structure underneath anti-skid. Anti-skid will be replaced and re-installed in accordance with applicable technical order.
1.2.22. COMPONENT & EQUIPMENT WASH: (Maximum Allowable Time – 1.0 Hour per piece) This service consists of localized cleaning of an area, aircraft components, or aircraft support equipment not to exceed 200 square feet or one unit. For this PWS, these areas or fractions thereof are identified as one unit.
Examples of areas to be spot washed are exhaust deposits, beverage spills, lavatory drainage stains, residue from discharge of fire extinguisher chemicals, or hydraulic leaks. Examples of types of aircraft components would include aircraft wheels, engine cowl doors, and engine aprons. Examples of aircraft support equipment would include generators, heaters, hydraulic test stands, maintenance stands, and panels or components for Non-Destructive Inspection (NDI) purposes.
1.2.23. TEAR DOWN & INSTALL EQUIPMENT IN WASH HANGAR (Bldg. 706):
(Maximum Allowable Time – 8.0 Hours) This service consists of burying the wash hoses in the hangar drains and removing equipment to prepare hangar for other functions or moving to the outside wash rack to perform aircraft washes.
1.3. Aircraft Tow, Wash, Lubrication & Cleaning Services for C-17:
The contractor shall perform the following aircraft wash and cleaning services inside the wash facilities or on the flight line. This section defines the types of services and specifications required and the maximum allowable elapsed time for each service. The contractor shall not exceed the maximum allowable elapsed time indicated for a specific service. On aircraft services where protective covers and masking band taping are required as described in the specifications and referenced technical orders, contractor installation and removal of protective covers and masking band taping will be accomplished, along with the required service, within the maximum allowable elapsed time. When two or more services are to be completed, the maximum time allowed for all combined services is the maximum allowable time for the single longest service, not the cumulative time of all services performed. All services will be accomplished in accordance with listed specifications and the procedures outlined in the following technical orders: 1-1-691, 1-1-8, 1C-17A-23, 1C- 17A-6WC-3 and 1C-17A-2-12JG-10-1.
NOTE 1: For the purpose of this PWS, Wash Services are defined as all services required to be performed at a designated wash location utilizing water hoses, soap spraying equipment, etc. Clear Water Rinses are defined as all services required using clean water until all accumulated contaminants are removed. No scrubbing or brushing is required. Procedures will be at wash locations or completed on flightline in general aircraft parking areas. Cleaning services are defined as all services not requiring water hoses and soap spraying equipment or a designated wash facility.
NOTE 2: All references to the condition of clean pertain to the following description, as outlined in AMCI 21-105, Fabrication Program: To determine if surfaces are clean, a close visual inspection shall be made to determine that all residue, oily film and streaking have been removed. In the event of a disagreement between the contractor and the COR, the final method of determination is to wipe a dry, lint free, white towel, wiped firmly across the surface. If soiling of the towel occurs the surface is not clean. This method may pick up oil film or streaks. The above-described condition of cleaning shall be reached on all washing and cleaning services.
NOTE 3: Consecutive complete aircraft washes may be required. A minimum twenty-four-hour notice will be given by the government for aircraft wash services.
NOTE 4: In case of any maintenance discrepancies preventing completion of wash services, Contractor will notify MOC and Production Superintendent.
1.3.1. TOW OF C-17 AIRCRAFT: (Maximum Allowable Time – 2 Hours) - Coordinate usage of tow vehicle with owning unit as required. The owning unit will perform tire pressure check, servicing requirements, flare removal, check hydraulic systems, landing gear struts for proper servicing and document completion of above items in the aircraft forms prior to contractor tow. Tow of aircraft to designated wash location and return to designated parking location after wash service. Parking location will be designated by Production Supervisor, Home Station Check (HSC) Supervision or MOC. All aircraft tows of C-17 aircraft will be IAW 1C-17A- 2 09JG-10-1, task 09-11-02 (02-1 Prep, 02-2 Nose landing gear towing without power, 02-3 Follow-on Maintenance). The contractor shall notify the Maintenance Operations Control Center (MOCC), the Pro Super, and/or HSC Dock Chief, prior to towing the aircraft to and from each location. The contractor shall comply with and complete the applicable Hangar checklists. The contractor shall be trained/qualified on closing applicable hangar doors, to include mating the Mobile Tail Closure before task completion.
1.3.2. COMPLETE AIRCRAFT WASH: (Maximum Allowable Time – 24.0 Hours) This service will include items 1.3.1., 1.3.3, 1.3.4, 1.3.5., 1.3.7., 1.3.10 and 1.3.11.
NOTE: In the event of adverse weather conditions resulting in a delay of the wash process, the maximum allowable time will be extended to cover the delay.
1.3.3. PRE-WASH PREPARATION:
Prepare the aircraft for wash IAW T.O. 1C-17A-2-12JG-10-1. In addition, the contractor will remove and/or open all required panels and access doors. Operate the aircraft hydraulic systems to open/close the aft loading complex as required. Remove waste containers to the component wash area. Remove and stow all debris and loose equipment on the flight station, relief crew (bunk mattresses and T.O.’s remain in their stowed position).
Stow all loose cargo compartment equipment on catwalks (ensure the nose and main landing gear sequence control panels are clear of obstructions). Remove rollers from cargo floor and bundle in 6 stacks on the cargo floor. Remove drain plugs from receptacles prior to wash aircraft. This shall be accomplished IAW 1C-17A-2- 12JG-10-1. Contractors will remove all underfloor Insulation blankets (if free flowing water is used) and all required Air Delivery System (ADS) rails and logistic rails are open prior to washing aircraft.
1.3.3.1 ARMOR REMOVAL/BELLY INSULATION REMOVAL:
The contractor shall remove armor for REFURB washes only. The Government will supply the armor container. The contractor shall place the rail rollers in the Government furnished wash fixture for cleaning and replace covers onto aircraft cargo floor when wash is complete. The contractor shall remove the belly insulation in conjunction with refurb washes IAW 1C-17A-2-12JG-10-1 and 1C-17A-2-25GS-00-1.. The contractor will document any damaged or missing insulation blankets in the 781 A’s. The contractor shall mark and store any removed serviceable insulation blankets in the Government-provisioned storage location.
The contractor shall dispose of all unserviceable insulation NOT contaminated with hydraulic fluid or oil, in a Government furnished trash container. The contractor shall place all insulation contaminated with hydraulic fluid or oil in the hazardous waste collection point. For washes performed in conjunction with an HSC or REFURB the Government will: replace/reinstall any equipment, cargo compartment belly insulation, flight deck and load master station armor, and panels or doors.
1.3.4. POST-WASH/LUBRICATION AND RESTORATION:
Contractor will prepare the aircraft for lube to include removal of all required panels and will perform lubrication of aircraft IAW 1C-17A-6WC-4. Lubrication will begin within 1 hour after wash completion.
After several attempts, if a grease fitting will not accept grease or is broken off the contractor will remove and replace the grease fitting, annotate the AFTO 781 series forms/G081 for each instance. Lube points will be replaced and lubed before completion of lubrication services. Restore the aircraft from wash and lubrication IAW prescribed technical data. In addition, the contractor will install and/or close all required panels and access doors; operate the aircraft hydraulic systems, cycle flight control surfaces as required to expose lubrication fittings and close the aft loading complexes. All removed equipment will be reinstalled on the aircraft, and all trapped water is drained/vacuumed from fuselage, cargo, and ramp areas prior to turning the aircraft over to maintenance.
1.3.5 COMPLETE EXTERIOR WASH: (Maximum Allowable Time- 12 hours) This service applies to the entire exterior of the aircraft and includes but not limited to thrust reversers, flap wells, spoilers, wheel wells, landing gear doors, main landing gear pods, T-tail and service compartments accessible by quick-disconnect fasteners on the outside of the aircraft.
This service also applies to all landing gear assemblies, wheels, tires, brakes, and any components within the specified work areas, not specifically identified herein.
NOTE: Wheels, brakes, axles, and landing gear strut components will not be cleaned using high pressure cleaning equipment.
1.3.6 CLEAR WATER RINSE: (Maximum Allowable Time – 1.5 Hours) This service will consist of complete and thorough flushing of the entire exterior of the aircraft with clean water at the wash rack facilities or general aircraft parking spots on the flightline until all accumulated contaminants are removed. The use of brushes and cleaning solutions is not required. It is solely a rinsing operation for the purpose of diluting and flushing away light accumulations of salt, dirt, and other water-soluble debris.
NOTE: Water directed at close range may remove lubricants from joints. Do not direct water at openings, which are normally masked during regular washes. Avoid direct spray into openings and surfaces immediately adjacent to openings. Keep water nozzle at least 10 feet away from the surface being rinsed.
Position the water stream at a direct contact angle of 45 degrees or less to minimize the impact pressure. If the above conditions are not met, notify the COR for further guidance.
NOTE: Storm Drains. The use of storm drain blockers for clear water rinses on the flight line are required.
Use Service Provider (SP) vacuum trucks to collect all water off the ground generated from aircraft washing or rinsing. All vacuumed nonhazardous wash/rinse water shall be discharged into floor drains in hangar 706 only. The SP shall identify storm drains inlets that may capture aircraft wash or rinse water and block those drains with SP drain blocks of an appropriate design prior to the beginning of the wash. When dumping wash water from the vacuum truck into the floor drain in 706 the SP shall dump the water at the easternmost point furthest from the Oil Water Separator (OWS) in order to slow and disperse the flow with the floor drain channel before it reaches the OWS.
1.3.7 COMPLETE INTERIOR CLEANING TO INCLUDE 1.3.3., 1.3.8., and 1.3.9.: (Maximum Allowable Time – 8.0 Hours) Interior compartments shall include, but are not limited to, the flight station, crew rest area, avionics rack compartments, latrines, closets, and galley. Cargo compartment including, but not limited to, the crew entrance door, ladders, cargo floor, tie down pans, rails, rollers (removed and cleaned), winch wells, center door, ledge under seats, ducts, and aft ramps. Remove trash from all floors, racks, shelves, seats, and seat pockets. Wash and return all waste containers. Vacuum/wash to clean walls, windows, windshields, ladders, doors, floors, panels, consoles, curtains, seat pockets, and all other areas where dust, dirt, and other particles collect. Remove stains from seats, mattresses, and all other fabric surfaces. Wash, polish, and disinfect galley latrine basins, toilets, and mirrors. Scrub and wash all floors. Scrub and wash cargo compartment floor tie down pans. Pay special attention to hydraulic service center area. Care must be taken to prevent moving or damaging aircraft controls, switches, instruments, and other installed equipment. Do not permit cleaning solution to drip below the intended cleaning surfaces. Do not use high-pressure water for rinsing interior surfaces.
1.3.8 COMPLETE INTERIOR CLEANING OF FLIGHT STATION, RELIEF CREW COMPARTMENTS:
(Maximum Allowable Time – 2.0 Hours) Interior compartments shall include, but are not limited to, the flight station, crew rest area, and avionics rack compartments. Remove trash from all floors, seats, seat pockets, shelves, and waste containers. Vacuum/wash the walls, windows, windshield, floors, panels, consoles, bulkheads, and seats. Pay special attention to areas below seats and in seat tracks. Remove stains from carpets, seats, mattresses, and all other fabric surfaces.
Scrub and mop floors that do not have carpet installed. Care must be taken to prevent moving or damaging aircraft controls, switches, instruments, and other installed equipment. Do not permit cleaning solution to drip below the intended cleaning surfaces.
NOTE: This service may be accomplished at a location other than hangar 706 or the outside wash- rack.
1.3.9 COMPLETE INTERIOR CLEANING OF CARGO COMPARTMENT TO INCLUDE 1.3.3.
and 1.3.10.: (Maximum Allowable Time – 3.0 Hours) The cargo compartment shall include but is not limited to, the cargo floor, D-ring cups, rails, catwalks, flight station stairs, walls, and trim panels, ducts, aft ramps, latrine, galley, fwd loadmaster station, avionics rack compartments, closets, and crew entry door. Wash and remove dirt, grease, scuffmarks, and stains from walls, and trim panels. Wash, polish, and disinfect galley, latrine basins, toilets, and mirrors. Vacuum/Wash to clean all walls, windows, panels, consoles, seats, and flat areas next to ramp areas. Remove stains from all seat fabric surfaces. Pay particular attention to hydraulic service center area. Vacuum/mop/scrub cargo floor, D-ring cups, rails. Care must be taken to prevent moving or damaging aircraft controls, switches, instruments, and other installed equipment. Do not permit cleaning solution to drip below the intended cleaning surfaces.
NOTE: If this service is to be accomplished at a location other than hangar 706 or the outside wash- rack, then the underfloor blankets will not be removed and there will be no spraying of water in cargo compartment.
1.3.10 COMPLETE UNDERFLOOR CLEANING INCLUDES 1.3.3 AND 1.3.11: (Maximum Allowable Time – 4.0 Hours) The underfloor area consists of the entire interior of the cargo compartment and aft ramp (exterior door) underfloor areas. Access is gained to these areas by removing the access doors at the forward part of the compartment aft of the latrine and hatch found underneath the rear part of aircraft. The contractor shall clean the area under the cargo floor of the aircraft IAW T.O. 1C-17A-2-12JG-10-1, task 12-11-02, (02-3 Bilge Cleaning). The Government will disassemble the covers from the ADS rail system. The contractor shall remove under floor insulation from bilge area IAW TO 1C17A-2-25GS- 00-1, para 2-5. The contractor shall mark, and store removed insulation into Government provided trailers and shall document missing insulation within form 781A. Cleaning will be accomplished as follows: Pick up trash and vacuum loose soils. Repeat as required to obtain a clean, oil-free surface. Ensure all residues and liquids are removed by using sponges, rags, or vacuuming.
1.3.11. LANDING GEAR WASH & LUBE: (Maximum Allowable Time – 8.0 Hours) This service consists of cleaning the nose and main landing gear assemblies, including the wheels, brakes, struts, interior of inboard and outboard doors, and wheel well area. All gear assemblies will be lubed after wash in accordance with T.O. 1C-17A-6WC-4.
1.3.12 LARGE AREA CLEANING: (Maximum Allowable Time – 4.0 Hours) This service consists of cleaning an area or combination of areas, more than 200 square feet (example: T-tail wash, center cargo door, etc.). It may be used to clean an area for inspection and/or repair.
1.3.13 SPECIAL AREA WASH: (Maximum Allowable Time – 5.0 Hours) This service consists of cleaning the upper half of the fuselage including both sides of the vertical stabilizer.
Upper and lower wing surfaces are excluded. This service may be used when in-flight refueling has been accomplished and fuel spillage residue has contaminated the upper fuselage and vertical stabilizer surfaces. The entire fuselage must be rinsed thoroughly to prevent streaking of lower surfaces.
1.3.14. HSC INSPECTION WASHES AND DE-PANEL (see Appendix 5): (Maximum Allowable Time- 36.0hrs) This service will include items 1.3.1, 1.3.2, 1.3.3, 1.3.4, 1.3.5, and 1.3.7. All panels will be documented in the aircraft forms and G081when removed/lowered and will be identified by AFTO Forms 350. All serviceable hardware will be secured to the individual panel it was removed from and placed in parts bags. Parts bags will be marked identifying the panel and how many screws, washers, etc. are supposed to be with panel and how many are in parts bag (place only serviceable screws, washers, etc. in parts bags and discard all unserviceable hardware). Ex. Aft Ramp Hinge Panel - 35 of 40 washers and 37 of 40 screws. All removed panels will be placed in applicable storage racks. Additionally, all removed/lowered panels and associated hardware, i.e., nut plates/fasteners, will be inspected for any obvious damage/defects/serviceability. All panels or hardware, i.e., nut plates/fasteners that are damaged/defective/unserviceable will be identified applicably and discrepancies documented in aircraft forms and called into MOC for Job Control Number(s) as soon as possible. Immediately after obtaining Job Control Number(s), inform applicable section (Talon 2/ HSC Supervision) of discrepancies.
Contractor will provide qualified personnel to remove stuck screws. If the contractor is unable to remove any stuck screws, document discrepancies in aircraft forms and call MOC for Job Control Number(s) as soon as possible. Immediately after obtaining Job Control Number(s), inform COBRA 2 (MXS Pro Super) of all discrepancies.
1.3.15. COMPONENT & EQUIPMENT WASH: (Maximum Allowable Time – 1.0 Hour per piece) This service consists of localized cleaning of an area, aircraft components, or aircraft support equipment not to exceed 200 square feet or one unit. For this PWS, these areas or fractions thereof are identified as one unit.
Examples of areas to be spot washed are exhaust deposits, beverage spills, lavatory drainage stains, residue from discharge of fire extinguisher chemicals, or hydraulic leaks. Examples of types of aircraft components would include aircraft wheels, engine cowl doors, and engine aprons. Examples of aircraft support equipment would include generators, heaters, hydraulic test stands, maintenance stands, and panels or components for Non-Destructive Inspection (NDI) purposes.
1.3.16 TEAR DOWN & INSTALL EQUIPMENT IN WASH HANGAR (Bldg. 706): (Maximum Allowable Time – 8.0 Hours) This service consists of burying the wash hoses in the hangar drains and removing equipment to prepare hangar for other functions or moving to the outside wash rack to perform aircraft washes.
1.3.17 NON-SKID REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT: (Maximum Allowable Time - 8.0 Hours) This service consists of removing and replacing damaged adhesive backed non-skid throughout the aircraft.
Areas of concern will be worn non-skid on Crew Entry Doorsteps and Flight Station Stairs, and damaged non-skid on the cargo/ramp floor. All non-skid will be removed and replaced after wash. Special attention will be paid to prevent damage to floor and/or structure underneath non-skid. Non-skid will be replaced and re-installed in accordance TO 1C-17A-23.
1.4 Environmental Compliance:
The contractor shall comply with all Federal, State, and local Dover AFB environmental laws, regulations, and directives.
The contractor will designate a minimum of two employees to be trained by the 436th Civil Engineering Squadron (CES) as Hazardous Waste Managers.
Ensure all Hazardous Materials are tracked through the Air Force Standardized Hazardous Materials Tracking system.
Ensure all government and contractors provided hazardous materials are managed, stored, and labeled IAW applicable laws and regulations.
Generate, Dispose and Handle of all hazardous and nonhazardous waste generated by actions taken during the accomplishment of this PWS IAW your Hazardous Waste Accumulation Point binder and 436 AW O-Plan 32-3.
Remove all waste sludge material generated by aircraft wash at outside wash facility and building 706 interior drain systems. Sludge is considered a Non-Hazardous waste and will be containerized and turned into the 436 Civil Engineering Natural Resources Flight (436 CES/CEAN) for proper disposal.
Monitor and inspect all contractors and government provided equipment to ensure all equipment is serviceable and does not leak or release fluids into the environment. Ensure drip pans are fully utilized, if necessary.
Clean drip pans, as necessary.
Clean up all hazardous fluid spills immediately. Notify appropriate agencies immediately, including Fire Department and COR, as spelled out in appropriate directives (436AW OPLAN 32-7).
Obtain and maintain on site a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for all chemicals used during the performance of this contract, unless specifically exempted in writing. MSDS's must be maintained consistently to existing OSHA, Air Force or Dover AFB instructions or policies.
Contractor is responsible for cleanup of spills that occur during performance. Contractor is responsible for any fines, penalty assessments and/or natural resources damage claims that may be brought against Dover AFB by any regulator due to contractor’s performance or failure to perform during the execution and performance of the contract.
Storm Drains. The use of storm drain blockers for clear water rinses on the flight line are required. Use SP vacuum trucks to collect all water off the ground generated from aircraft washing or rinsing. All vacuumed nonhazardous wash/rinse water shall be discharged into floor drains in hangar 706 only.
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