Draft_AT_14R0012_PWS_App_L_(QF-4_to_QF-16_Trans_HAFB)_1Jul14.docx

AERIAL TARGETS PWS

Solicitation No. FA4890-14-R-0012

APPENDIX L – QF-4 to QF-16 TRANSITION

1.0 FULLSCALE AERIAL TARGETS (FSAT) QF-4 TO QF-16 TRANSITION AT HOLLOMAN AFB (HAFB) NM AND TYNDALL AFB (TAFB) FL. Starting the first quarter FY16 (TAFB) and first quarter FY18 (HAFB), the FSAT operations will be exclusively QF-16 Aircraft. The transition will be a phased and iterative process at both locations as described below. The following paragraphs describe the levels of support required by the contractor to support PWS requirements and the required support during the transition period. It’s time-lined in terms of performance periods and fiscal years. Figure 1 depicts the estimated inventories and milestones based on the information available. It’s subject to change due to delivery delays, kills rates, aircraft mishaps, etc.

1.1 FY16-FY17. The contractor shall:

1.1.1 HAFB

1.1.1.1 Receive and induct remaining QF-4Es from the Tyndall AFB (TAFB) fleet starting approximately the first quarter.

1.1.1.2 QF-16 Support Preparation. Establish logistics functions (equipment and supply accounts); ensure needed tools and equipment are in-place; arrange host wing support (PMEL, wheel/tire, NDI, etc…); and ensure AGE and support equipment are mission ready to commence QF-16 operations by the third quarter of FY16.

1.1.1.3 Maintain and support ground operation exclusively for the QF-4 IAW PWS Section A, Paragraph 3.0 and 4.0 for the first and second quarter (approx.) of FY16.

1.1.1.4 Heritage Flight. The Contractor shall be prepared to support AF Heritage Flight operations of the QF-4 FSAT. This effort is expected to be, but not limited to, one (1) on-station events and five (5) off-station events per year at HAFB. Prior to each air show season (which commences at the conclusion of the Heritage Conference in mid-March), identify support personnel at HAFB who will support the Heritage show schedule. For continuity, the individuals identified shall be the only personnel authorized to support Heritage events for a given air show season. For each Heritage event or other special events as specified by the Government, support personnel shall wear Heritage team uniforms.

1.1.1.5 Accept delivery of QF-16 aircraft at a rate of 1 per quarter starting approximately third quarter FY16.

1.1.1.6 Perform acceptance inspections and SAFE flights IAW PWS Section A, Paragraph 3.0.

1.1.1.7 Manage the QF-16 and QF-4 fleet inventory and scheduled/unscheduled maintenance IAW PWS Section A, Paragraph 3.0.

1.1.1.8 Sustain a sufficient combination QF-4 and QF-16 manned flyers to support the flying operations and pilot qualifications IAW Section A, Paragraph 4.4.

1.1.2 TAFB

1.1.2.1 Maintain and support ground operation exclusively for the QF-16 IAW PWS Section A, Paragraph 3.0 and 4.0 for the entire period.

1.1.3 QF-4 DEACTIVATION, DEMILITARIZATION, AND DISPOSAL (3D) PLAN. Support field disposal DEMIL of remaining QF-4 aircraft (expected 20 aircraft) IAW the 3D Plan. The support shall include but not limited to:

· Preparation of aircraft for Demil.

· Safe aircraft for maintenance.

· Remove and purge fuel and fluids. Disposal of these liquids shall be IAW Federal, State and Local regulations.

· Remove egress items, CAD/PAD and other explosive devices,

· Remove save list items. Disposition removed items and material appropriately.

· Perform any unique tasks as requested by the SPO and approved by the PM (if applicable and within scope).

· Disposition engines per engine management office instruction.

· Sign off applicable blocks in the Demil checklist.

· Notify and coordinate with applicable on-base organizations for hazardous material turn-in accomplished in Phase 2 and obtain any necessary containers to facilitate turn-in.

· Ensure availability of tools to support Phase 2 activities. Notify the SPO upon completion of Phase 1.

· Provide technical data and equipment to DEMIL team

· Provide technical subject matter expertise to DEMIL team

· Tow equipment and aircraft as required for DEMIL activity

1.2 FY18 – FY21. The contractor shall maintain and ground operate QF-16s exclusively at both TAFB and HAFB IAW PWS Section A, Paragraph 3.0 and 4.0. The contractor shall support DEMIL IAW Paragraph 1.1.3 at both locations until the fleet is properly disposed and removed from the inventory.

Figure 1. Transition Projected Milestones and Inventories.

Figure 2. Projected FSAT Inventory L-4 1 Jul 14 image1.jpeg