SOW_TCAS_070213.docx

HSCG38-13-R-200004 15 FEBRUARY 2013

HSCG38-13-R-200004 15 FEBRUARY 2013

ADDENDUM TO FAR CLAUSE 52.212-4,

CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS -- COMMERCIAL ITEMS (JUN 2013)

H-65 TRAFFIC ALERT AND COLLISION AVOIDANCE SYSTEM (TCAS I) PROCUREMENT AND SUSTAINMENT

STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)

15 FEBRUARY 2013

1.0 SCOPE

A requirement exists for the procurement and sustainment of replacement Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance Systems (TCAS I) for the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) H-65 Helicopter. The requirement includes procurement of replacement TCAS, miscellaneous replacement parts and repair. Engineering support services and product improvement efforts will also be performed under this contract.

2.0 BACKGROUND

The USCG operates a fleet of 101 H-65 aircraft. The H-65 fleet is being improved to extend the aircraft service life through at least 2036. The improved aircraft will be designated as the MH-65E. A reliable, supportable TCAS I is required for MH-65E operations. There is currently a TCAS I, including a VSI-Indicator, processor (TRC791A) and antenna system (NY-156) installed on every H-65 aircraft. The H-65 improvement design includes installation of the Common Avionics Architecture System (CAAS). TCAS I output will be displayed on the CAAS multifunction displays. The requirement for an indicator will be eliminated. Utilization of the existing antenna system is desired.

3.0 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS AND DESIGN CRITERIA

3.1 References Additional MH-65E information is provided in Appendix A. Documents are available on the Internet.

3.1.1 Applicable Commercial Documents Unless otherwise specified herein, the Contractor shall comply with its own internal written standards relative to design, quality, and configuration specifications. The following are acceptable commercial standards:

3.1.2 Applicable Contractor Documents The documents listed in Appendix B in effect on the date of delivery order form a part of this SOW to the extent they are specifically referenced.

3.1.3 Government Documents

3.1.3.1 Federal Aviation Administration Documents

TSO C118 Traffic Collision Avoidance System (TCAS I)

3.1.4 Availability of Government Documents Refer to Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 52.212-1 for instructions on obtaining Government Documents.

3.2 Precedence In the event of a conflict or ambiguity, the following order of precedence among documents shall govern: this Statement of Work, Contract Deliverable Requirements List, and referenced documents.

3.2.1 Order of Precedence In the event of conflicts between Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specifications and procedures and USCG specifications and procedures, the order of precedence is as follows:

USCG specifications and procedures

OEM specifications and procedures

3.2.2 Paragraph References Within this SOW, references to a given paragraph number shall imply reference to all sub-paragraphs. Where a group of paragraphs is referenced, such as Paragraph 6.1.1 through 6.3.4, the word inclusive after Paragraph 6.3.4 is implied whether or not actually stated.

3.3 Definitions

3.3.1 Commercial Catalog Price This price is derived from the most recent Contractor commercial catalog price.

3.3.2 OEM Original Equipment Manufacturer.

3.3.3 Ready-For-Issue (RFI) The classification RFI indicates a part that is airworthy and ready for installation in a Coast Guard aircraft.

3.3.4 Service Letters See Service Bulletins, 3.3.5.

3.3.5 Service Bulletins Service instructions published by the OEM. Two classes of service bulletin are recognized: Mandatory and Optional. “Mandatory” service bulletins are published by the OEM to provide technical instructions for maintenance actions, inspections and modifications that could affect safety. “Optional” service bulletins are published by the original equipment manufacturer to provide technical instructions for maintenance actions, modifications and improvements that are not considered mandatory. “Recommended” service bulletins are considered “Mandatory” for this contract. Instructions that are published by the OEM in other approved formats, such as “service letters” are handled in the same manner as service bulletins.

3.3.6 LRU Line Replaceable Unit.

3.3.7 Class II Configuration Change A class II configuration change is a change that does not affect the form, fit or function of the component. A class II change will not affect the interface between the component and the aircraft. The parameters defined in the interface control document will not be changed. The following characteristics will not be affected by a class II change: Performance, Weight, Interface characteristics and Electromagnetic characteristics.

3.3.8 NSP Not Separately Priced.

3.3.9 ACMS Aviation Computerized Maintenance System (ACMS). ACMS is the management information system used to schedule and record Coast Guard aircraft maintenance.

3.3.10 COR Contracting Officer’s Representative.

4.0 REPLACEMENT TCAS I SPECIFICATION REQUIREMENTS AND TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION

4.1 Performance Specification The replacement TCAS I must meet the requirements of FAA TSO C118 TCAS I and the additional MH-65E requirements listed in this specification. The TCAS I shall meet all requirements of this specification at the levels proposed by the offer, during the verifications specified herein and while installed and flown in an operational aircraft. The TCAS I shall interoperate and conform with existing aircraft mechanical, electrical and software interfaces. The TCAS I shall be in compliance with all threshold requirements. Requirements specified as goals, objectives and desirable capabilities are beyond the minimum threshold requirements. The benefits provided by the goals, objectives and desired capabilities will be considered in the evaluation process. Options or optional requirements are capabilities that may be acquired by the government either at the time of initial order or at a later date and shall include pricing. The MH-65E operates in a marine environment and the TCAS I is subjected to helicopter vibrations and electromagnetic interference (see Appendix A). Design features and testing to verify additional protection are desired.

4.2 TCAS I System Product Description The Contractor shall provide a description of their TCAS I system and subcomponents offered to meet this specification.

4.2.1 Helicopter Mount The TCAS I processor may be mounted on flooring, shelving or in an equipment rack. The Contractor shall provide a description of the requirements for mounting the TCAS I processor in the helicopter.

4.2.2 Antenna The Contractor shall certify that the proposed system is compatible with the existing system or define any additional antenna requirements.

4.3 Interface Definition Aircraft Electrical Power Requirements: The TCAS I shall operate from a 28 VDC source (18 to 32 VDC). Minimum current draw is desired. CAAS Interface: The TCAS I shall be capable of interface with CAAS through an ARINC-429 interface.

4.3.1 Interface Control Document The Contractor shall provide Interface Control Documents (ICDs) that will include drawings that clearly show TCAS I system, cable assemblies and interconnects, and installation components. The ICD shall include tables that clearly describe in full detail all cable signal functions and descriptions and connector information that will aid the Government in troubleshooting the TCAS I system. The ICD will describe all software interface requirements for the TCAS I system.

4.4 Performance & Capabilities

4.4.1 Temperature Range -55 to +70 degrees Celsius desired, -25 to +55 Celsius required.

4.4.2 Tracking Capability The Capability to track at least 30 intruder aircraft is desired.

4.4.3 Targets Displayed The Capability to display at least 12 intruder aircraft is desired.

4.4.4 Display Range The Capability to display ranges from 2 to 24 nm is desired.

4.4.5 Environmental Compliance Compliance with the following RTCA DO-160C is desired:

Shock, Waterproofness, Fluids susceptibility, Sand and Dust, and Fungus. Protection from MH-65E specific helicopter vibration and shipboard electromagnetic interference is highly desired.

4.4.6 Size & Weight A compact low weight system is desired. System Weight: Combined Processor and Mount weight: less than 13 lbs desired. Installation Volume: the processor with mount must fit in the existing shelf space: Depth: 13.5 inches desired, 14.0 inches required; Height: 8.0 inches; Width: 6.5 inches.

4.5 Additional Desired Features

4.5.1 Integration Support Capability The supplier shall be capable of supporting the Coast Guard integration effort. The TCAS I installation will be designed and accomplished by the Coast Guard. The TCAS I shall be optimized to ensure performance requirements are met when the TCAS I is installed and subjected to vibrations induced throughout the helicopter flight envelope.

4.5.2 Product Improvement A TCAS I system designed to accommodate product improvements to enhance performance and accommodate additional capabilities, without the requirement for significant redesign is desired.

4.5.2.1 ADS-B Capability A planned product improvement to provide compatibility with ADS-B is highly desired. Achieving this modification by a system software modification is highly desired.

4.5.3 Supportability The supplier shall present a depot support plan for consideration. The target repair turnaround time shall be 30 days or less. (The Contractor shall list proposed delivery in the schedule) A TCAS I processor that is easily removed and replaced is desired. A test mode is desired. Built-In Test (BIT) capability is desired. Any failure of the BIT circuitry shall not cause failure or degradation of any other operational performance requirement. The system shall be designed to remain in service for not less than 3000 flight hours or five years without failure.

5.0 PRODUCTION AND SUSTAINMENT REQUIREMENTS

4.1 General

5.1.1 Replacement TCAS I Production and Sustainment The Contractor will provide new production TCAS I components and support TCAS I in service. The Contractor shall provide all parts, material, labor, tooling, test equipment and facilities needed to produce TCAS I components at the firm-fixed prices specified. The part numbers listed in the schedule are considered to be the “head of family”. The terms of this contract apply to subsequent part number changes for the same part. If the material and labor required to produce the part are significantly different from the head of family, modifications may be issued for the new part numbers. All production and repair activity will be performed in accordance with the original equipment manufacturer’s technical requirements as accepted by the Coast Guard.

5.1.2 Certification The Contractor shall maintain FAA or Department of Defense (DOD) certification for manufacture and repair of the components identified in the Schedule for the entire duration of this contract. The Contractor shall maintain OEM certification for repair of the components identified in the Schedule for the entire duration of this contract. The Contractor shall provide immediate notification to the Contracting Officer upon loss of required OEM, FAA or DOD certification.

5.2 TCAS I System Components The Contractor shall provide new production TCAS I system components as listed in the schedule. Quantity price breaks are encouraged.

5.3 Repair Components shall be repaired for the specific fault for which they were returned. ADD Form 1577-2, Unserviceable (Reparable) Tag-Material, or CG-1577-A (11-90), Unsatisfactory Report Tag, will be attached to each non-RFI item describing faults. The Contractor shall perform an inspection and functional tests and correct deficiencies found. This shall include, but is not limited to, replacement of missing or broken parts and the removal of any foreign matter or corrosion.

5.3.3 Minor Repair A minor repair shall include, at minimum, an inspection, functional test and return to RFI status. Simple adjustments and the replacement of consumable parts, which can be accomplished without major disassembly, shall be included in the scope of the minor repair. As an example, the replacement of fuses, bulbs and connectors are expected to be included in a minor repair.

5.3.4 Major Repair A major repair includes all repairs required to return the part to RFI status. The contractor may define the major repair to be a single standard repair. Alternatively, the contractor may define a reasonable number of individual repair operations. When individual multiple repair operations are specified, the cost of a major repair shall be the maximum allowable repair cost for a component.

5.3.4.3 Separately Priced Replacement Parts The Contractor may designate certain high cost infrequently used parts as separately priced replacement parts. If these parts require replacement during major repair they will be billed separately using the prices listed in the discounted price list (paragraph 5.4.1).

5.4 Replacement Parts Parts of a component found to be in a serviceable condition as a result of inspection and functional testing shall be reused. Missing parts and parts found to be defective or that require replacement by manufacturer’s instructions shall be replaced with parts meeting the manufacturer’s specifications and drawings. Replacement parts shall be new. Repair of all items shall be based on condition received and in accordance with the applicable item component maintenance manual. The cost for parts that are replaced systematically during repair or overhaul shall be included in the price listed in the schedule for these operations.

5.4.1 Discounted Price List The discounted price list shall be derived from the manufacturer’s most current commercial catalogue minus the best discount offered to any commercial or government customer.

5.4.2 Procure Replacement Parts The Coast Guard may purchase from the discounted price list to support Coast Guard TCAS I.

5.5 Modification Special Tools & Test Equipment Upon receipt of an order, the Contractor shall provide special tools and test equipment required to support the replacement TCAS I. Special tools and equipment will be included on the discounted price list.

5.6 Documentation The requirement for the Contractor to verify the receipt of components is defined in paragraph 13.3.1.

5.6.1 Failure Data Report The Contractor shall submit a failure data report for each repaired component (including when no fault is found). This report shall include National Stock Number (NSN), part number (P/N), serial number (S/N), nomenclature, date of repair, contract number, delivery order number, line items number, description of the repaired failure, the Coast Guard’s reported failure, a listing of parts repaired, and a listing of parts replaced. The Contractor’s in-house work order may be used to satisfy this requirement if it includes the information requested above. This report shall be attached to the packing slip and shipped with the repaired component.

5.6.1.1 Replacement Parts Summary Upon request by the COR, The Contractor shall submit a summary listings of all replacement parts utilized in the overhaul, repair and/or modification of each component. The replacement parts listing shall include the contract number, delivery order number, Contractor's work order number, component serial number, nomenclature, replacement parts listed in numerical order and quantity of each used. This listing shall be submitted electronically (CD-ROM) no more than once per year.

The information shall be sent to: Aviation Logistics Center, ATTN: H-65 Product Line, M/F: Contract ________________, Elizabeth City, NC 27909-5001.

5.6.2 Aviation Computerized Maintenance System Procedures ACMS is the management information system used to schedule and record all Coast Guard aircraft maintenance. Tracked components will be shipped to the Contractor with a Significant Component History Report (SCHR).

5.6.2.1 Significant Component History Report (SCHR) The SCHR records the maintenance history of serial number tracked components. The SCHR remains with its corresponding part until reinstalled on an aircraft or annotated “scrapped” a returned to the address specified in paragraph 5.6.2.2.

5.6.2.2 Component Repair Record (CRR) The CRR records the maintenance performed on a serial number tracked component by the Contractor and enrolls or removes components from ACMS when those components are scrapped, added to or removed from the Coast Guard parts inventory. Within five working days following issuance of a Certificate of Conformance, one (1) copy of the CRR shall be mailed to Commanding Officer, USCG Aviation Logistics Center, ATTN: AVENG/ACMS, Elizabeth City, NC 27909-5001 and one (1) copy shall be attached to and mailed with the invoice. The original copy of the CRR shall be packed with the component for return to the Coast Guard. The Contractor shall retain copies of the CRR’s for ninety (90) calendar days after the item is shipped back to the Coast Guard. The contractor may request that their failure data report, described in paragraph 5.6.1 be accepted to fulfill the CRR requirement.

5.6.3 Certificates The Contractor shall furnish a Certificate of Conformance in accordance with FAR Clause 52.246-15 (Apr 1984) and a Certificate of Airworthiness for all components. The Certificate of Airworthiness shall be provided in accordance with FAA procedures (FAA Form 8130-3). For repairs accomplished in accordance with Coast Guard approved procedures and not included in a FAA repair station authorization, each component returned after repair shall be tagged with a DD Form 1574 Serviceable Condition Code Tag, completed in its entirety. These forms shall be packaged with each component and copies shall be included with the invoice. FAILURE TO SUBMIT THE APPROPRIATE CERTIFICATES SHALL CONSTITUTE AN IMPROPER INVOICE AND WILL RESULT IN NONPAYMENT.

5.6.4 Material Inspection and Receiving Report (DD-250) When specified in the contract delivery order.

5.6.5 Government Property Not required.

5.6.6 Subcontracting Reports When required, the Contractor shall provide subcontracting reports in accordance with FAR Clause 52.219-9 (Jan 2011).

5.7 Pricing Exclusions - Unusual Damage

5.7.1 Prices do not include components that have been cannibalized or that are severely damaged due to mishandling, water immersion, or crash damage. Because Coast Guard aircraft are used primarily around salt water at low altitude for search and rescue missions, corrosion is to be anticipated and is considered "normal" for the aircraft. Corrosion does not constitute unusual damage.

5.7.2 If the Contractor considers a component to be a candidate for exclusion, the Contracting Officer shall be notified within 15 days of receipt of the component. Verbal notification to the Contracting Officer shall be confirmed in writing. This notification shall include:

- Identification of the reason for a pricing exclusion (such as "cannibalized parts");

- A proposal and price breakdown for repair/modification of the component.

5.7.3 The Contractor's delivery obligation for the component shall be suspended as the date of notice to the Contracting Officer. The Contracting Officer will make a unilateral written determination (subject to the Disputes Clause, FAR 52.233-1 Jul 2002), within 30 days of written notice, as to exclusion validity. The Government retains the right to unilaterally set the price for exclusion items in the event an agreement on price cannot be reached. The Contractor's delivery obligation shall resume upon receipt of the Contracting Officer's determination.

5.7.4 The Government will not be liable for any amount expended by the Contractor in excess of the applicable firm fixed price reflected in the schedule unless the Contracting Officer has given prior written authorization.

5.7.5 In the event the Contractor receives a TCAS I component that have been determined to be Beyond Economical Repair (BER) and permission to scrap is granted in accordance with (IAW) Para 5.7.2, the Contractor shall also notify the Contracting Officer and request the authority to exchange the scrapped component for a new component. The Contracting Officer shall make a unilateral decision as to component disposition.

5.8 Product Improvement/Engineering Changes The Contractor may develop designs and/or processes that will improve the reliability, maintainability, or operational performance of TCAS I components. These may be provided to the Contracting Officer for consideration and approval. A proposal shall also be provided that reflects development costs and an incremental charge to be assessed each time the PIP/ECP is incorporated into the component. The proposal shall include a breakdown of labor hours, material, and other costs. The labor rates will be as specified in the Schedule. Upon agreement of the price for incorporation of the change, the Contracting Officer will issue a modification to the contract to authorize and incorporate pricing for the change. The Contractor shall not incorporate proposed product improvements or engineering changes prior to receipt of written authorization from the Contracting Officer.

5.9 Service Bulletins The Contractor shall provide two copies of all service bulletins to the Contracting Officer within 10 calendar days of receipt of service bulletins (or other instructions) that may affect Coast Guard components. The Contracting Officer will notify the Contractor in writing when incorporation of mandatory or optional service bulletins is required. Within 30 calendar days following receipt of notification from the Contracting Officer, the Contractor shall submit a detailed proposal for incorporation of service bulletin(s). This proposal shall include a listing of replacement parts and/or materials required, the time needed to effect the modification, an estimated price breakdown of each part and the number of labor hours required. The USCG will normally incorporate all mandatory service bulletins. The labor rate will be as specified in the Schedule.

5.10 Technical Performance Access and Disclosure

5.10.1 Technical Performance General Information provided under this section will not be disclosed outside of the government without prior written authorization from the party that provided the data. Contractor personnel working for the Government will be considered part of the Government workforce and provided access to data under nondisclosure agreements. Technical performance disclosure shall be provided until the TCAS I is retired from service. The Government will ensure that nondisclosure agreements are signed prior to providing data under this contract.

5.10.2 Notification The Contractor shall immediately notify the COR upon identification of any quality issue, failure, or situation that could possibly affect the reliability of the TCAS I system. Any significant reported quality issue or failure on the same or similar product reported by any operator will be disclosed to the USCG within 24 hours of notification.

5.10.3 Access USCG personnel shall be provided access to relevant TCAS I technical performance information developed by OEMs. Technical performance information includes information pertaining to flight safety, equipment reliability and delivery performance. Inquiries by USCG technical personnel shall be answered as soon as possible and in no case later than 24 hours after requested for flight safety issues. Access will be provided to review manufacturer quality assurance and engineering documentation as required to support USCG flight safety investigations.

5.10.4 Technical Data The Coast Guard shall maintain the TCAS I in accordance with Contractor instructions as approved by Coast Guard Engineering. The Contractor shall provide technical publications, publication updates, amendments and related information. The required publications shall be listed in Appendix B. The Contractor shall provide written notification to the Contracting Officer no later than fifteen (15) working days following changes to applicable OEM Repair Acceptance Test procedures.

5.10.4.1 Format The Contractor shall provide electronic copies of the technical data delivered in accordance with this statement of work. The electronic copy will include the current publication's xml file, graphics files, folder structure, DTD and FOSIs. When feasible, Documents and Graphics shall be formatted to facilitate translation into USCG standard publications using the US Coast Guard Aviation Logistics Center (ALC) compatible software as described below. As an alternative, the Contractor may propose that the government accept data in the Contractor’s format. In this case, the Contractor shall provide the Contracting Officer with a listing of their available data formats. The Contractor shall also provide a cost estimate for translating their data to the preferred ALC data formats listed below.

5.10.4.1.1 Documents Documents that are primarily text shall be delivered as follows:

1. XML file linked to applicable graphics in Autotrol Technical Illustrator-derived .cgm files that shall be capable of being accurately viewed, printed, and modified using Arbortext Editor version 6.0M020, and

2. Adobe .pdf files that are electronically searchable.

3. Graphics associated with these documents shall also be delivered separately per the following paragraphs.

5.10.4.1.2 Graphics Graphics (drawing, wiring diagram, or illustration) shall be delivered as follow:

1. Drawings or wiring diagrams shall be capable of being accurately viewed, printed, and modified in:

2. Illustrations other than drawings or wiring diagrams shall be capable of being accurately viewed, printed, and modified using the latest version of Autotrol Technical Illustrator in .dg format.

5.11 Technical Support Services Upon receipt of a request for quote for a specific task, the Contractor shall prepare and submit a proposal to the Contracting Officer. This proposal shall be prepared in accordance with the procedures defined for engineering changes in paragraph 5.8. Specific deliverables will be identified on individual delivery orders.

5.11.1 Technical Support The Contractor will maintain a permanent presence in the United States, staffed with qualified, English speaking technical support personnel. The Contractor shall provide answers to basic questions from Coast Guard engineering at no additional cost to the Government. The Contractor shall provide up to 10 man-hours per quarter of technical support labor at no additional cost to the government. In the event that a requested task cannot be completed within 10 man-hours per quarter, the Contractor shall immediately notify the Contracting Officer and provide a preliminary estimate of the time and costs required for completion.

5.11.2 Integration Support The supplier shall provide technical support for the Coast Guard integration effort. The Contractor shall provide answers to basic integration questions from Coast Guard engineering at no additional cost to the Government. In the event that the Contractor requires payment for a requested task, the Contractor shall immediately notify the Contracting Officer and provide a preliminary estimate of the time and costs required for completion. If additional support is required, it will be managed in accordance with the procedures for engineering change proposals in paragraph 5.8.

6.0 QUALITY ASSURANCE PROVISIONS

6.1 Responsibility for Inspections and Tests The Contractor shall establish an inspection system in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration and/or Department of Defense procedures for all components. The USCG reserves the right to review the Contractor operation and/or facilities at any time during the period of the contract.

6.3 Testing The Contractor shall ensure each new production TCAS I component described in the product description (paragraph 5.2) will undergo full acceptance testing. The acceptance testing required for repair components must include verification of repair of the fault for which it was returned and other testing as required to verify ready for issue status. The Contractor shall provide a copy of their Acceptance Test Procedure (ATP) to the Government for review. Acceptance testing for repaired TCAS I systems shall be conducted IAW the Government reviewed ATP. The Contractor shall make available to the Government all acceptance test results and, as applicable, discrepancy reports with corrective actions taken for each TCAS I component. The ATP may be incorporated into the manufacturer’s publications.

6.3.1 Changes to Repair Test Procedures The Contractor may modify their test procedures at their discretion. The Contractor shall provide written notification to the Contracting Officer no later than fifteen (15) working days following changes to applicable OEM Repair Acceptance Test procedures. The Coast Guard reserves the right to verify that the Contractor’s procedures are adequate to insure the delivery of RFI parts.

6.4 Preliminary Inspection All parts produced, repaired or modified under the provisions of this contract must be airworthy and suitable for installation on USCG aircraft.

6.5 Final Inspection and Acceptance Final inspection and acceptance of material under this contract shall be performed at destination by local Receiving personnel and will consist of count, condition and verification that all required documentation has been provided. ALC considers components RFI upon acceptance. Components determined to be non-RFI upon installation may be returned to the Contractor with a Quality Deficiency Report for repair at no additional cost to the USCG.

6.6 Configuration Management Program The Contractor shall have an established Configuration Management Program with control systems in place for the complete TCAS I system including configuration identification of each hardware and software configuration item for the contract life. Changes other than Class II changes will not be made without approval from the Contracting Officer.

6.6.1 Serialization. Serial numbers shall be assigned and permanently attached in accordance with FAA (or DOD) approved procedures.

7.0 SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

7.1 Aircraft on Ground (AOG) Situations Upon notification from the USCG that an AOG situation exists, the Contractor shall make every effort to expedite the repair/modification and initiate shipment within seven (7) calendar days or less. Material shall be shipped by the fastest traceable means, e.g. Air Freight "next day delivery". The shipping container shall be marked on the outside in highly visible lettering "A.O.G." At the time the Contractor is notified of an AOG requirement, the Contractor shall advise the Contracting Officer if there are additional shipping charges. The Contracting Officer will provide special shipping instructions and authorization for reimbursement in these instances.

7.2 Aircraft Accidents and Incidents Disposition of evidence, including TCAS I components, involved in aircraft accidents or incidents shall be in accordance with current USCG investigation procedures. These procedures are in accordance with and at the direction of the National Transportation Safety Board whose rules and regulations delegate to the USCG such authority as is appropriate. Contractor participation in these proceedings will be determined by the president of each accident or incident board and directed by the Contracting Officer. Investigations of TCAS I failures undertaken outside of formal proceedings will be a cooperative effort between Contractor and the Coast Guard.

8.0 WARRANTY

The government may accept the Contractor’s standard commercial warranty. All assets returned under warranty shall be tested in accordance with paragraph 6.3. The warranty period will commence upon installation or twelve months after delivery whichever comes first.

9.0 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

The period of contract performance includes a one-year base period and, if exercised, four additional one-year option periods.

10.0 PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

The Government will ship components, freight prepaid, to the Contractor's facility within the United States (except Alaska and Hawaii) to the location specified below:

(City, County, State, Zip Code)

In the event that the Contractor's facility is located outside the contiguous states, the District of Columbia or Canada, the f.o.b. point for Government delivery of Government-furnished property shall be a location in the United States (excluding Alaska and Hawaii) specified by the Contractor below:

(City, County, State, Zip Code)

11.0 F.O.B. POINT

The f.o.b. point for shipments under this contract is f.o.b. destination. Prices in the Schedule include all applicable customs, duties, taxes, and shipping charges.

12.0 DELIVERY SCHEDULE

NOTE: Early deliveries are desired and acceptable.

12.1 Government Required Delivery Schedule

Line item 0001 - 0003: and respective option line items: No later than 180 calendar days after receipt of delivery order.

0006 - 0009 and respective option line items: No later than 60 calendar days after receipt of delivery order.

Line items 0020-0025: and respective in accordance with paragraph 6.3.

0030 – 0031: and respective option line items: No later than 60 calendar days after receipt of delivery order.

0032: Within five (5) calendar days following receipt of component(s).

0033-0034 and respective option line items:

- Attach one copy to the original invoice.

- Place one copy inside of the shipping container with the component.

0035-0037 and respective option line items: as required.

1013 and respective option line items: Within thirty (30) calendar days following publication of change(s). Service Bulletins within ten (10) calendar days. Changes to repair procedures within fifteen (15) days.

13.0 SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS

13.1 Contractor Shipments

USCG Aviation Logistics Center Receiving Section, Building 63 Elizabeth City, NC 27909-5001

Mark For: Contract No. TO BE DETERMINED AT TIME OF AWARD

Delivery Order No. _______________________________ (to be assigned at time of issuance)

13.2 Unless otherwise specified in individual delivery orders, documents, reports and other correspondence shall be submitted to the following address:

USCG Aviation Logistics Center SRR Product Line Elizabeth City, NC 27909-5001 Mark For: Contract No. ______________________ (to be assigned at time of award/issue)

13.3 Coast Guard Shipments Reparable items will be shipped from the USCG to the following Contractor-designated depot facilities (or other Contractor designated depot facilities if applicable):

14.0 ADDRESS OF CORRESPONDENCE

All correspondence, except as otherwise specified, shall be directed to the following address:

TO BE DETERMINED AT TIME OF AWARD.

15.0 INVOICING INSTRUCTIONS

Unless otherwise specified in the Schedule or on individual delivery orders issued hereunder, the original and three (3) copies of the Contractor's invoice and a copy of the DD Form 250 or equivalent shall be submitted to the designated billing office for payment as follows:

USCG Aviation Logistics Center Chief, Fiscal Branch, Bldg. 63 Elizabeth City, NC 27909-5001

All invoices shall be submitted in accordance with FAR 52.212-4(g).

The preferred method of invoice submission shall be through email transmission to alc-fiscal@uscg.mil for processing in the timeliest manner.

16.0 REMITTANCE ADDRESS

Send electronic funds transfer to:

17.0 ORDERING OFFICE

The following activity is the only unit authorized to place delivery orders under this contract:

Contracting Officer USCG Aviation Logistics Center Elizabeth City, NC 27909-5001

18.0 PACKAGING / SHIPPING INFORMATION

18.1 Packaging and Preservation All components and parts covered under this contract shall be stored and shipped in Contractor-provided shipping containers. Any damage sustained during shipment/handling/storage of the components due to Contractor's improper maintenance/packaging and preservation of the container, shall be the responsibility of the Contractor.

18.2 Articles shall be packed and shipped per MIL-STD-2073-1 or ASMT equivalent, in a manner that will accommodate shipping environments normally encountered within the commercial distribution system and ensure safe transportation at the lowest rate to the point of delivery. Each LRU shall have its own shipping container. Packaging material shall not consist of popcorn, shredded paper, Styrofoam of any type, or peanut packaging.

19.0 MARKING INSTRUCTIONS

All shipping containers/packages shall be marked for delivery in accordance with the contract or delivery order. All parts and assemblies, which require special care during packing, handling or shipping shall be identified and marked appropriately. A copy of the packing slip shall be affixed to the exterior of the package or shipping container and shall contain the following information:

Nomenclature National Stock Number Contract Number Delivery Order/Item Number

The following data is desired:

Serial Number Contractors Part Number Contractor’s Name and Address Assembly date for new components

20.0 CONTRACTING OFFICER’S REPRESENTATIVE

TO BE DETERMINED AT TIME OF AWARD

21. OEM TECHNICAL PUBLICATIONS

The Original Equipment Manufacturer manuals, as supplemented by Coast Guard technical instructions, shall govern all work on Coast Guard TCAS I components. The Contractor will list the TCAS I manuals and instructions.

Appendices:

APPENDIX A

US COAST GUARD MH-65E HELICOPTER INFORMATION

Critical Frequencies The frequencies of most concern are the main rotor blade pass frequencies and 2, 3 and four time multiples of the main rotor frequencies.

Main Rotor Forward Flight 355 RPM, 5.9Hz, Blade Pass (4) 23.7 Hz, Hover 365 RPM, 6.1Hz, Blade Pass (4) 23.3 Hz, Tail Rotor

11 Blade Tail Rotor Forward Flight 3717 RPM, 62.0Hz, Blade Pass (11) 681.6Hz, Hover 3822 RPM, 63.7Hz, Blade Pass (11) 700.8 Hz

10 Blade Tail Rotor Forward Flight 3717 RPM, 62.0Hz, Blade Pass (10) 619.6Hz, Hover 3822 RPM, 63.7Hz, Blade Pass (10) 637.1Hz

Crash Load Factors Equipment installed in the cabin area of either aircraft will be designed for the following load factors:

20 g Forward, downward 10 g In either lateral direction and upward

Modifications to the H-65 must be designed to meet or exceed the requirements of 14 CFR 29 Airworthiness Standards: Transport Category Rotorcraft.

APPENDIX B

OEM TECHNICAL PUBLICATIONS

The following manuals, as supplemented by Coast Guard technical instructions, shall govern all work on Coast Guard TCAS I components.

Installation Guide ____________________________________

Acceptance Test Procedure (ATP) ____________________________________

Operator Guide ____________________________________

Maintenance Manual ____________________________________

Illustrated Tool and Equipment Manual ____________________________________

Repair Manual ____________________________________

Component Maintenance Manual & Illustrated Parts Breakdown

Standard Practice Manual ____________________________________

Service Bulletins ____________________________________

Service Letter Set ____________________________________

Other ____________________________________