Robinson R-44 PWS.pdf

Performance-Based Work Statement

USAF Test Pilot School Edwards AFB, CA

Robinson R-44 Helicopter

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25 October 2011

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1.0 INTRODUCTION

Contractor shall provide aircraft, pilot with the ability to fly predetermined designated routes in desert and mountainous terrain at Edwards Air Force Base (EAFB) and surrounding areas. The contractor shall perform all requirements; obtain all permits and licenses in accordance to all applicable federal, state, and local guidelines.

2.0 PURPOSE

The Test Pilot School (TPS) is where the Air Force's top pilots, navigators, and engineers learn how to conduct flight tests and generate the data needed to carry out test missions. Test Management Projects

(TMP) teach the students the process of testing aircraft and aircraft systems. There is a concern with the threat and actual use of commercially available small dark aircraft to penetrate US airspace delivering illegal narcotics. TPS is to acquire instrumentation (for manned operations, communications, and reconstruction of operations “ground truth”) and operate commercially available small dark aircraft matching certain specifications. The intention would be for TPS to operate the vehicle as a surrogate target for the development of methods and techniques to detect and track the small dark aircraft.

3.0 SCOPE

3.1. Aircraft. The contractor shall provide to EAFB a Robinson R-44 Helicopter. The pilot will be given a route to fly and will be required to navigate the provided ground track with an accuracy of +/- .5 statute miles.

Aircraft Communication/Navigation equipment shall include a transponder with mode 3C capability and a

VHF or UHF aviation band radio. The aircraft may include, at a minimum precision navigation systems using Global Positioning System (GPS) or Inertial Navigation System (INS).

Aircraft shall be able to carry up to three personnel (one pilot/two students/staff) plus equipment.

Staff/students will carry-on hand held instrumentation systems that are approved by the TPS point of contact (POC) and coordinated with the contractor. Special instrumentation equipment may need to be secured to the aircraft during flights. Missions will not exceed the capabilities of the aircraft.

Aircraft Safety Equipment certifications shall be current, and are subject to inspection by government personnel. Safety features of the aircraft that are inoperable (such as bailout exits) shall be clearly placarded.

Contractor shall maintain airworthiness of aircraft in accordance with the requirements of 14 CFR Part 91

(www.faa.gov/regulations_policies/faa_regulations). Contractor shall provide a copy of the current FAA airworthiness certificate(s).

Contractor shall operate in accordance with Air Force Instruction (AFI) 21-101, Maintenance

Management of Aircraft. If it is determined that the aircraft is not in accordance with AFI 21-101 or http://www.faa.gov/regulations_policies/faa_regulations

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FA9302-12-R-0014 - Attachment 1 determined to be unsafe in any way the aircraft shall be grounded and the contractor shall be considered at fault for non performance. Contractor shall provide a aircraft that is fully functional and is contractor is solely responsible for the maintenance of the aircraft during the period of performance.

Contractor is liable for any damage or loss of the aircraft. Contractor shall submit current copies of the following documentation 3 weeks prior to sortie start date to the POC, and have the documents available for inspection:

- DD Form 2400, Civil Aircraft Certificate of Insurance, 3 originals signed in blue ink

- DD Form 2401, Civil Aircraft Landing Permit, 3 originals signed in blue ink

- DD Form 2402, Civil Aircraft Hold Harmless Agreement, 3 originals signed in blue ink

- Weight and balance, and maintenance logs

The contractor shall make aircraft available for a no notice inspection throughout contract performance

3.2 Personnel

The contractor shall provide a minimum of one pilot with the following qualifications:

The contractor shall provide upon request any and all information regarding personnel qualifications. The contractor shall report to the POC any incidents, accidents, or FAA investigations incurred within 8 months of the scheduled sortie dates. Pilots found either partially or completely at fault in any aircraft incident/accident may, at the discretion of the Contracting Officer (CO), be determined unsafe and therefore disqualified to perform in any capacity of this contract.

Contractor employees shall present a neat, clean, professional appearance at all times. Contractors shall wear insignia designating their name and company name on their clothing.

The contractor shall not employ persons for work on this contract if such employee is identified to the contractor by the CO as a potential threat to health, safety, or security.

The contractor is cautioned that off-duty military personnel hired under this contract may be subject to permanent change of station (PCS) change in duty hours or deployment. Military Reservists or National

Guard members may be subject to recall to active duty. The abrupt absence of these personnel could adversely affect the contractor's ability to perform. Their absence at any time shall not constitute an excuse for nonperformance under this contract.

The pilot shall possess at a minimum the following qualifications:

- FAA commercial pilot certificate

- Type rating, Letter of Authorization or proper log book endorsement as required by 14 CFR Parts

61 or 91

- Recent experience as required by 14 CFR Parts 61 or 91

- Current Certified Flight Instructor certificate for type and class of aircraft

- Minimum 500 hours total flight time

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- At least 200 hours, in the aircraft outlined in paragraph 3.1 of this PWS, as pilot with at least 50 landings as sole operator of the controls

A copy of the qualifications/certifications of any new pilot hired after the contract sortie date shall likewise be submitted to the POC, prior to that pilot working on the contract.

3.3. Flights/Sorties/Instruction

The government POC/contractor shall mutually agree on the preflight/post flight briefing material used for test flights. The government POC has final approval on briefing material.

The Contractor shall provide within 30 days of award of contract, 1 copy of the aircraft operating manual to the POC. The document may be paper or electronic.

The pilot shall provide a mass briefing prior to the first sortie. This briefing as a minimum should include:

- Description of all flying and safety controls

- Emergency procedures

- Aircraft/Engine operational limitations

The contractor shall provide a familiarization and safety briefing in the cockpit prior to takeoff. The purpose of the pre-flight brief is to familiarize student/staff with flying/safety controls and emergency procedures.

Sortie duration is approximately two hours. The pilot shall occupy a pilot station while students/staff occupy another pilot station. Sortie completion determination will be the responsibility of the TPS government representative.

Contractors shall supply their own means of fuel for aircraft transit to Edwards AFB (Ferry). The government will provide all fuel, oils and hydraulic fluids needed during the performance of this contract at no cost to the contractor. Additionally the government will provide a full load of fuel upon performance completion at EAFB.

Upon sortie completion the contractor shall provide a post flight debrief. The purpose of this debrief is to review test objectives and answer student/staff questions.

3.4. Scheduling

Sorties will be scheduled on all approved fly days until the desired number of sorties is completed.

The flight window for the TMP execution will be from 5-23 March 2012. The POC will give the contractor 10 days notice of scheduled sortie dates. If the scheduled sorties change due to the needs of the government the contractor will be notified as soon as possible.

Due to the unpredictable nature of flight conditions, standby status is often required. The following standby categories shall be used:

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- Hourly. In the case of sortie delay/cancellation due to government needs or weather conditions, the contractor shall be available to return to sortie operations within 1hour. Contractor shall provide contact information and be on telephone standby.

- Full-Day. If a sortie is cancelled for the day the period of performance will be extended to compensate for the missed sortie day.

- Aircraft Malfunction. If the contractor is unable to perform due to an aircraft malfunction the time necessary to repair the aircraft will be added to the period of performance without any additional cost to the government.

Travel

All travel is at the contractor’s expense.

Security/Safety

The Contractor shall comply with AFI 13-213, Functional Management of Airfield Operations when accessing the flightline. If the contractor requires vehicle access to the flight, TPS will provide necessary training. For safety reasons, the POC has discretion to refuse vehicle access to the flight line.

Accident Investigations shall be performed in accordance with AFI 51-503, Aerospace Accident

Investigations. Safety investigations shall be conducted in accordance with procedures outlined in AFI

91-204, Safety Investigations and Reports, for those mishaps described therein. Any resulting safety report shall be provided to the contractor through the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). The contractor shall provide technical support for any investigations related to the contract.

All recorded data during the performance of this contract is property of the Air Force Flight Test Center

(AFFTC), and shall not be used by the contractor for any purpose.

Flightline photography is strictly controlled by the AFFTC. Photography of any kind is prohibited without obtaining the proper authorization. The contractor shall request and receive approval from the

POC prior to taking any pictures. Other than in flight video, all other video is prohibited.

4.0. GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED FACILITIES, EQUIPMENT, AND SERVICES

The government will provide a secured area for storing tool boxes, ladders, and tow bars, however contractor shall be responsible for all loss, theft, or damage to any equipment stored at the government facility.

The government will provide Ramp Space and Last Chance Inspection Area. At the discretion of the government, contract aircraft and support equipment may be stored at TPS, however the contractor will be required to provide proof of insurance and assume responsibility for any damages that may occur. The government will not provide hangar space on a regular basis. Upon request to the POC, hangar space may be provided at the POC discretion. Additionally USAF TPS must be able to relocate equipment at any time.

Government-Furnished Facilities and Equipment will include classrooms, briefing rooms and multi-media equipment integral to the USAF TPS shall be available to the contractor as required. This includes

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The government will provide workspace, desk and storage for curriculum and personal reference materials. Additionally the government will provide internet and phone access.

The following services will be furnished to the contractor by the government. The contractor shall share some responsibility in the management of these services. Those responsibilities are identified with the stated service.

The government will provide all natural gas, electrical power, water, and sewage. The contractor shall conduct conservation practices and be responsible for operating under conditions, which prevent the waste of utilities.

The government will provide emergency medical treatment and emergency patient transportation service for contractor personnel who are injured or become critically ill. The contractor shall reimburse the government for the cost of medical treatment and patient transportation service at the current inpatient or outpatient treatment rate. The government will provide Telephone 911 service for emergency medical care.

The government will provide fire prevention, protection, inspection, and maintenance of government-furnished fire extinguishers and systems, pest control, and grounds maintenance through organic or contract resources. The Fire Department telephone extension is 911 for emergencies. The contractor shall comply with the fire prevention and protection program as outlined in AFFTCI 32-11, Fire

Prevention and Protection Program and other Air Force directives.

The government will provide general on-base Security Forces service. Security Forces phone extensions is 911 for base land line, cellular phone call (661) 277-3340.

Points of Contact:

Contracting Officer - Ronda Satori 661-277-5020

Program Manager - Glenn Ballentine 661-277-8001