HSCG23-12-R-PBR006_Questions_V5.pdf

HSCG23‐12‐R‐PBR006

Questions for USCG C‐130 Aircrew & Loadmaster Training Support Services

(Revision #1, Highlighted areas have new information)

1. Can the full motion simulator using the GFE be used to train other customers?

A: Operationally, the GFE can be used to train other customers on a “not to interfere” basis.

2. Is a fully functioning Navigator Station required in the Full Motion Simulator?

A: No.

3. Please identify the crew positions which will use the Seaspray 7500 emulator for training.

A: Please see Amendment 0001

4. Please describe access requirements of the FMS Desktop Trainer i.e. web, classroom, .mil, contractor facility etc.

A: Please see Amendment 0002

5. Please identify the number of students which will need access to web based CBTs

A: All C‐130 aircrew and pilots will require access to the training; an approximate estimate number is 350.

6. Are CBTs required during the formal (class day) portion of the contractor supplied training or can they be used as a supplement and scheduled in addition to the classroom training?

A: Please see Amendment 0002

7. Please confirm the 25 hour FTD requirement for Flight Engineer courses.

A: The NTE 25 Hour requirement in Section 5.7.3 of the PWS is correct.

8. Section 5.12 states that “the length shall be no more than 5 training days” and “the class shall consist of no more than 20 hours of classroom/CBT/FTD instruction and 24 hours of FFS instruction.” Please explain if the Government intends to exceed 4 hours of training in the FFS for the C‐130 A1U Proficiency (P‐Course)

A: Please see Amendment 0001

9. Please explain if the Government provide access to an aircraft to achieve Standard (S) performance level

A: Yes, if required access to aircraft is available at Air Station Clearwater.

10. Please identify who will provide A1U spares for the simulator

A: See PWS Section 3.3.1 for the list of Government Furnished Equipment.

11. Will the contractor be provided access to a Systems Integration Lab (SIL) during twelve months prior to the required A1U course start date?

A: The Governments intent is to facilitate access or information. However, the project is still in development.

12. Paragraph 4.4 states that “FTD sessions fall within 0700‐2000.” However, paragraph 5.7.4 allows that “simulator instruction may commence as early as 0500 hrs and shall end no later than 2400 hrs.” Will the government clarify that instructional hours from 0500‐2400 are acceptable?

A: The initial training includes classroom, CBT, and FTD. This FTD training is required to be from 0700‐ 2000, even if this portion of the training is actually done in the simulator. (Authorized simulator hours are 0500‐2400)

13. Can the Full Motion Simulator be used to satisfy the requirements of the FMS trainer.

A: Yes.

14. Paragraph 4.5 requires that “CBT for legacy C130H training will be available with the contractor’s delivery of the first C‐130H course.” Can the government confirm that a fully functioning, web based CBT program is potentially required in the first month of the award for any legacy training? The section also refers to a C‐ 130H Master Task List. Will this document be made available prior to the submission deadline?

A: Please refer to the PWS for all known requirements. A draft Master Task List will be provided upon request.

15. Paragraph 5.2 requires the school hold a FAA pilot school certificate or provisional pilot school certificate in accordance with FAR Part 141. Part 141.5 requires a 24 month lead time before the application can be made. Can the government confirm which portions of Part 141 apply?

A: As applicable to Flight Simulator Training Devices in accordance with Federal Aviation Regulations. The Government prefers the certification, however will consider waiving the PWS requirement on a case by case basis. Please see Amendment 0002

16. Paragraph 5.3.4 requires compliance with FAR Part 121 Appendix H. Appendix , under Advanced Simulation, section 4, requires that “a procedure to ensure that each instructor and check airman actively participates in either an approved regularly scheduled line flying program as a flight crewmember or an approved line observation program in the same airplane type for which the person is instructing or checking.” Can the government confirm which portions of Part 121 apply?

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17. Will the government provide source code data for Desk Top Trainer?

A: The desk‐top trainers should use the same OFP as the actual aircraft to ensure proper emulation and avoid any negative training techniques.

18. Please describe the course cancellation policy

A: The offeror is responsible for proposing any course cancellation policies they determine necessary.

19. Standard Form 1449, block 10, states that this acquisition is not restricted, while the Synopsis states the following: “The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 611512 with a small business size standard of $25.5. Our company is a Large Business. Please clarify if this acquisition is restricted to Small Businesses.

A: It is not restricted to small business. A NAICS code must be used for all acquisitions.

20. Standard Form 1449, page 2, Schedule of Supplies/Services, 2nd paragraph: In accordance with FAR 16.504(a)

(1) Indefinite‐Quantity Contracts, in part states: “ the Contracting Officer should establish a reasonable maximum quantity based on market research, trends on recent contracts for similar supplies or services, survey of potential users, or any other rational basis”. The current established maximum quantity does not appear realistic.

A: The amount established is based on the current Independent Government Cost Estimate. However, the offeror is not restricted to this amount, since the contract award IDIQ maximum will be based on the awarded proposal.

21. Standard Form 1449, blocks 21 and 22: Please specify the quantity and unit that should be used.

A: The offeror is responsible for proposing pricing and price structure based on information in the PWS.

22. Attachment II, Clause 52.219‐8, Utilization of Small Business Concerns – Our company does not anticipate to subcontract the flight training and courseware required under this solicitation. Our flight instructors are full time employees. Therefore, we recommend deletion of FAR Clauses 52.219‐8, 52.219‐9 and 52.219‐16.

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A: 52.219‐8 is a required FAR clause.

23. Attachment II, Clause 52.219‐9, Small Business Subcontracting Plan – Same as above. No subcontracting is anticipated.

A: When FAR 52.219‐8 is required, then FAR 52.219‐9 is required.

24. Attachment II, Clause 52.219‐16, Liquidated damages – Subcontracting Plan – See questions 21 and 22 above.

A: When FAR 52.219‐9 is required, then FAR 52.219‐16 is required.

25. Attachment II, Clause 3052.219‐70, Small Business Subcontracting Plan Reporting – Same as 22 above.

A: 3052.219‐70 is a required HSAR Clause

26. Attachment II, Clause FAR 52.227‐14, Rights in Data—General –Alternate V(DEC 2007): In accordance with FAR 27.409(b)(1), clause 52.227‐14 should be used in solicitation and contracts if it is contemplated that the data will be produced , furnished, or acquired under the contract, unless the contract is (ii) for the acquisition of existing data, commercial computer software, or other existing data. Because the courseware was developed at the company private expenses, this clause is not applicable and should be deleted., unless the USCG expects to own the rights to the courseware. Please clarify.

A: This only applies to the development of any data the Government has paid for the development of, therefore, if the company has paid for the development of data then the clause will not be applicable to any of their data.

27. Attachment II – 52.212‐1 Instructions to Offerors, Volume 1 (3) Small Business Program Representations – See items 21 through 24 above.

A: FAR 52.212‐1 is required clause for commercial items. Please see below for additional information:

An offeror shall complete only paragraphs (b) of the provision if the offeror has completed the annual representations and certificates electronically at http://orca.bpn.gov . If an offeror has not completed the annual representations and certifications electronically at the ORCA website, the offeror shall complete only paragraphs (c) through (o) of the provision. (FAR 52.212‐3)

28. What specific hardware and software is included with the GFE?

A: All A1U hardware and software will be determined upon final configuration.

http://orca.bpn.gov/