ID07180066_S-70_Sections_A-J_Rev.1_1.16.19.pdf

AETC Aircraft Support for Tactical Aviation Operations

ID07180066

General Services Administration Assisted Acquisition Service (AAS)

Greater Southwest Region 7

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

Solicitation No: ID07180066

S-70 Aircrew Flight & Maintenance Training for

UNITED STATES AIR FORCE (USAF), AIR EDUCATION AND TRAINING COMMAND

(AETC)

Performance Work Statement (PWS)

PARTS I, II & III – Sections A - J

December 27, 2018

Revised: January 16, 2019

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section Title Page

PART I – THE SCHEDULE

A SECTION A: SF-1449 Appendix B

B

SECTION B: SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND

PRICE/COST

C

SECTION C: DESCRIPTION / SPECIFICATIONS/ SCOPE AND

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

D SECTION D: PACKAGING AND MARKETING 34

E SECTION E: INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE 35

F SECTION F: DELIVERIES OR PERFORMANCE 36

G SECTION G: CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA 41

H SECTION H: SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS 51

PART II – CONTRACT CLAUSES

I SECTION I: CONTRACT CLAUSES 61

PART III – LIST OF DOCUMENTS, EXHIBITS,

AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS

J SECTION J: LIST OF ATTACHMENTS (And Appendices) 77

PART I – THE SCHEDULE

– SECTION B –

SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICE/COST

B. 1.0 Services and Equipment

B. 1.1 Introduction

The purpose of this contract action is to establish a Firm Fixed Unit Price (FFUP) contract to be utilized primarily by the Department of Defense (DoD), Air Force Education and Training Command (AETC) for aircrew qualification and aircrew maintenance training in the S-70 to support the Air Advisor Training Program within the scope of this Performance Work Statement (PWS). As approved by the COR and Contracting Officer this contract may also be utilized in support of other government organizations / services. Contracted helicopter training shall provide qualified personnel to support Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) and Unified Combatant Command (UCC) requirements.

B. 1.1.1 INFORM Pilot Program

B.1.1.1.1 Overview of the In-depth Feedback through Open Reporting Methods (INFORM) Process

This solicitation is part of a pilot initiative designed to enhance the quality and usefulness of post-award communications by providing greater transparency and openness into the procurement process. INFORM seeks to increase GSA-industry communication by providing clearer and more complete information to explain the award decision.

Through the INFORM process, GSA will seek to share additional information with offerors in writing and/or through an oral feedback meeting that is not required by statute or regulation. For purposes of this solicitation, and in addition to any information required by FAR 15.503 and 15.506, GSA is providing each offeror with the opportunity to participate in the INFORM process as further discussed below.

B.1.1.1.2 Detailed Description of the INFORM Process

B.1.1.1.2.1 Component 1 - Notification of Award

After award and in accordance with any post-award notification timeframes required by regulation (i.e., FAR Parts 15.503(b) and 16.505(b)(6)), the Contracting Officer will issue written notices to the successful and the unsuccessful offerors (the Notification Letter and Evaluation Statement (NLES)). The notices will contain:

All information required by statute or regulation;

An unredacted copy of the complete technical evaluation for that particular offeror that includes a full description of the unsuccessful offeror’s strengths, weaknesses, risks, and deficiencies;

An overall technical evaluation summary for that particular offeror and the successful offeror that includes evaluated price; overall technical ranking, rating, or score.

B.1.1.1.2.2 Component 2 - Request for Oral Feedback Meeting or Written Questions

Within three business days after receipt of the notification of award, an offeror may, but is not required to:

submit a written request to the Contracting Officer for an oral feedback meeting;

submit a list of written questions to the Contracting Officer; or take no further action.

If the offeror timely elects to request an oral feedback meeting or submit a list of written questions, GSA will consider any such request to constitute a required debriefing pursuant to FAR 15.506. If an offeror does not request an oral feedback meeting or submit a list of written questions within the three day time period, the INFORM process is concluded and any subsequent request for a debriefing pursuant to FAR 15.506 will be considered a non-required debrief. The Contracting Officer may elect to grant a non-required debrief.

If the offeror submits a list of written questions in lieu of the oral feedback meeting, the Contracting Officer will attempt to respond within five business days of receipt of the written questions. Unless otherwise stated, the Contracting Officer’s response to the written questions will conclude the INFORM process and any corresponding post-award debriefing as further set forth at FAR 15.506.

If the offeror requests an oral feedback meeting, the offeror should provide the following information:

Primary point of contact;

List of participants with titles (e.g., Senior Vice President);

List of topics to assist GSA better prepare for the oral feedback meeting; and Preference for in-person, telephone, or web-based conferencing (if available)

B.1.1.1.2.3. Component 3 - Oral Feedback Meeting

During the oral feedback meeting, GSA’s objectives are to provide:

Reasonable responses to written questions submitted by the offeror;

Explanations for the evaluation conclusions and contract award decisions;

Any additional information about the fairness and impartiality of the evaluation and why the award decision was rational;

Additional transparency into the underlying competition process; and, A greater understanding of the evaluation and award process

GSA will not provide any information that is prohibited by law or regulation.

B.1.1.1.2.4. Component 4 - Post Oral Feedback Meeting Questions

Within two business days after the conclusion of the oral feedback meeting, the offeror may submit a list of written questions to the contracting officer. The contracting officer will provide a written response within five business days and, unless otherwise noted by the contracting officer, the INFORM process and any corresponding post-award debriefing as further set forth at FAR 15.506 will have concluded.

If the offeror elects not to submit a list of written questions within two days after the oral feedback meeting, the INFORM process and any corresponding post-award debriefing as further set forth at FAR 15.506 is concluded.

B.1.1.2 Protests at the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO)

In light of the additional opportunities afforded to offerors under the INFORM process and in recognition of certain filing timeframes associated with the bid protest system, offerors should be cognizant of the following likely timeframes for pursuing a protest in accordance with FAR Part 33 and Title 4 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 21:

If the offeror does not either timely request an oral feedback meeting or submit a list of written questions, ten calendar days after the offeror receives the NLES (refer to Component 1);

If the offeror submits written questions in lieu of requesting an oral feedback meeting, ten calendar days after the offeror receives the NLES (refer to Component 1);

If the offeror requests an oral feedback meeting AND:

if the offeror elects not to submit a list of written follow-up questions, ten days after the offeror receives the NLES (refer to Component 1);

if the offeror elects to submit a list of written follow-up questions, ten calendar days after the offeror receives the NLES (refer to Component 1).

GSA acknowledges that parties cannot agree to extend the GAO’s timeliness regulations found at Title 4 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 21; therefore, nothing in this solicitation purports or otherwise seeks to modify the timeliness regulations, in particular 4 C.F.R. § 21.2(a)(2). Rather, GSA has sought to clarify various time periods during the protest cycle and specifically caution that offerors might jeopardize (whether intentionally or inadvertently) their ability to file a protest at GAO if they elect to follow the INFORM process through to its conclusion.

Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in this solicitation, the agency retains its right and discretion to authorize contract performance pursuant to, among others, FAR 33.104(c)(2) and (c)(5).

B 1.2 Background

The Chief of Staff of the Air Force (CSAF) has directed HQ Air Education and Training Command (HQ AETC) to assume responsibility for aircrew qualification and aircrew maintenance training in the S-70 to support the Air Advisor Training program. United States U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) personnel are required to fly and maintain S-70 aircraft in support of Air Advisor support tasking. DoD training venues do not have existing capacity to support the additional requirements for S-70 helicopter pilots, S-70 helicopter Special Mission Aviators (SMA), and helicopter maintenance Air Advisors annually.

B.1.3 Objectives

Department of Defense (DoD), Department of the Air Force Headquarters Air Education and Training Command/Expeditionary Training Division/A3Q at Randolph AFB, Texas requests contractor support for S- 70 helicopter aircrew (Pilot and Special Mission Aviator) flight training and maintenance personnel training.

B.1.4 Scope

Contracted helicopter training shall provide qualified personnel to support Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) and Unified Combatant Command (UCC) requirements. S-70 ground and flying training instruction and course training materials shall be in English, in accordance with this Performance Work Statement (PWS).

Note: The Air Advisor Flight training program is an evolving program. Requirements identified in the PWS may require modification as the program progresses. Changes may include adjustment of training hours, mutually agreed upon acceleration of the workload estimates, certification requirements, changes to the syllabus, and other modifications as necessary to ensure an effective Air Advisor program.

Procedures/Pricing This severable FFUP contract will include a FFUP CLIN for trainings (includes fuel, personnel, equipment, tools, training materials, maintenance, and supervision), and a Cost Reimbursable CLIN for travel.

B.1.5.1 Contract Structure This requirement is set-aside for Small Businesses. The total contract value will include priced Training Courses and additional Flight Hours by Category (Basic/Live/Simulator), and travel that may be awarded for Base Year plus 4 Option Periods (total of five year period).

The CLIN structure for this contract will be as follows for each period of performance/option period:

Base Period: 02/07/2019-02/06/2020 Base Period Training Courses (FFUP) Base Period Travel (Cost-Reimbursable)

Option Year 1: 02/07/2020-02/06/2021 Option Year 1 Training Courses (FFUP) Option Year 1 Travel (Cost-Reimbursable)

Option Year 2: 02/07/2021-02/06/2022 Option Year 2 Training Courses (FFUP) Option Year 2 Travel (Cost-Reimbursable)

Option Year 3: 02/07/2022-02/06/2023 Option Year 3 Training Courses (FFUP) Option Year 3 Travel (Cost-Reimbursable)

Option Year 4: 02/07/2023-02/06/2024 Option Year 4 Training Courses (FFUP) Option Year 4 Travel (Cost-Reimbursable)

B.1.5.2 Contract Type This is a commercial, performance based, FFUP contract vehicle issued in accordance with FAR Part 12 and FAR Part 15. The contract will include a FFUP CLIN for Training Courses/Additional Flight Hours and Cost Reimbursable CLIN for Travel for each period of performance.

B.1.5.3 Contract Pricing FFUP rates for Training Course types will be established and pre-priced by award date. All work performed under this contract shall be within the scope of the contract.

No additional indirect rates (e.g., OH, G&A, profit, material and handling charges, etc.) shall be added that are not expressly authorized in the contract (without exception).

B.1.5.4 Limitations on Subcontracting Subcontracting is allowable in accordance with applicable clauses pertaining to, and incorporated into this contract. The Government is not procuring, and will not accept a strictly “pass through” contract arrangement. In accordance with FAR 52.219-14, Limitations in Subcontracting, the prime contractor shall provide at least 50% of the overall cost of contract performance incurred for personnel, as required to perform the requirements of the PWS.

B.1.5.5 Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR)

The specific rights and responsibilities of the COR for the contract shall be described in writing, which upon request, shall be provided to the Contractor. A COR has no actual, apparent, or implied authority to bind the Government.

A COR will be appointed in writing and the contractor will receive a copy of the appointment letter.

[End of Section B]

– SECTION C –

DESCRIPTION / SPECIFICATIONS/ SCOPE AND DESCRIPTION OF WORK

C.1.0 Program Objectives/Description of Work DOD, Department of the Air Force Headquarters Air Education and Training Command/Expeditionary Training Division/A3Q at Randolph AFB, Texas requests contractor support for S-70 helicopter aircrew (Pilot and Special Mission Aviator) flight training and maintenance personnel training.

C.2.0 Scope This is a severable, non-personal, commercial services contract. The Government shall not exercise any supervision or control over the contract service providers performing the services herein. This is a performance based requirement in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 2.101 definition of Performance Based Services; therefore, the Government is defining the required results on a contract by contract basis, rather than dictating the processes which the contractor shall use to achieve those results.

The scope of work is as follows; United States Government (USG) has aircraft instructor pilots and USG aircraft instructor SMA (Special Mission Aviator) who require aircraft Initial Qualification, Mission Qualification training and Live Fire training in the S-70/UH-60. The USG has SMA(s) who require Maintenance Familiarization Training in the S-70/UH-60. The USG has maintenance personnel who require Maintenance Familiarization Training on the S-70/UH-60. The scope of work for this contract shall consist of contractor support for S-70/UH-60 aircrew training and maintenance familiarization training. This training shall include aircraft, fuel, personnel, facilities, simulation equipment, tools, training materials, maintenance, and supervision necessary to qualify USG personnel for S-70/UH-60 flight and maintenance.

C.3.0 Requirements /Training Courses The contractor shall support the Air Force Headquarters Air Education and Training Command/Expeditionary Training Division/A3Q at Randolph AFB, Texas with the necessary services to qualify aircraft instructor pilots and USG aircraft instructor SMA (Special Mission Aviator) who require aircraft Initial Qualification, Mission Qualification training and Live Fire training in the S-70/UH-60. The contractor shall also support AETC with services to qualify SMA(S) and maintenance personnel who require Maintenance Familiarization Training in the S-70/UH-60.

List of required requirements/tasks/training courses grouping for this requirement are provided below.

Aircraft Instructor Pilots and Aircraft instructor Special Mission Aviator (SMA) o Initial Qualification o Mission Qualification o Live Fire Maintenance personnel who require Maintenance Familiarization Training Special Mission Aviator (SMA’s) who require Maintenance Familiarization Training

Training courses listed below:

C.3.1 S-70 - Pilot and Special Mission Aviator Initial Qualification Simulator training:

The contractor shall provide all services necessary to qualify USG aircraft crew members to perform duties in the S-70 simulator. This training will include simultaneous instruction for one (1) pilot and one (1) SMA pairing. The training shall consist of the following:

C.3.1.1 Academics. Approximately 40 hours lecture (academics) and one (1) hours for End of Course Exam. Typical subject areas and approximate time for each subject follows:

Course Orientation/Training Material Issue 1 hour Safety 1 hour Aircrew Coordination / Crew Resource Management 2 hours Airframe and Structure 4 hours Engine 3 hours Transmission, Drive, and Rotors 4 hours Aircraft Controls 3 hours Electrical and Instrumentation 3 hours Aerodynamics 3 hours Normal Procedures/Base Tasks (Flight Preparation) 3 hours Weight and Balance 2 hours Performance Planning 4 hours Aircraft Limits & Emergency Procedures (Flight Procedures) 4 hours Mission Tasks/Night Vision Goggles Tasks 3 hours End of Course Exam 1 hours

C.3.1.2 Cockpit Procedural Training (CPT). Approximately 1 training day, including 4 hours of CPT, dedicated to each student. CPT shall emphasize what was taught in academics, including switch and component location/identification, and normal and emergency procedures. This training can be accomplished in a Flight Training Device (FTD) or simulator. If a FTD or simulator is not available, an actual S-70/UH-60A static aircraft shall be used for this training. Typical subject areas follow:

Switch and Component Location/Identification Checklist Procedures Crew Coordination Normal Procedures

Emergency Procedures

C.3.1.3 Simulator Training. Approximately five (5) training days, including ten (10) hours dedicated simulator training. Time does not include mission planning or pre-/post-mission briefing/debriefing. If a suitable simulator is not available, ten (10) hours of actual S-70/UH-60A primary flight time may be substituted for simulator time. Each simulator session must include a cross section of normal procedures, as well as S-70/UH-60A critical/non-critical emergency procedures. The simulator/aircraft session pre-brief shall include instructor led review of applicable aircraft system and checklists (normal and emergency) to increase knowledge of systems and procedures, and to optimize simulator/aircraft training time. During the simulator/aircraft session, instructors shall emphasize proper performance of normal procedures, and proper identification, analysis, and response to emergency procedures. Flight training shall emphasize:

Preflight Pre-start Takeoff Normal and Emergency Procedures Climb Cruise Descent Visual Flight Rules Approaches Instrument Approaches Landing

C.3.2 S-70 - Pilot Initial Qualification Simulator training:

The contractor shall provide all services necessary to qualify United States Government (USG) aircraft crew members to perform duties in the S-70 simulator. This training will include instruction for one (1) pilot.

The training shall consist of the following:

C.3.2.1 Academics. Approximately 40 hours lecture (academics) and one (1) hours for End of Course

Safety 3 hours Aircrew Coordination / Crew Resource Management 4 hours Airframe and Structure 4 hours Engine 3 hours Transmission, Drive, and Rotors 4 hours Aircraft Controls 3 hours Electrical and Instrumentation 3 hours Aerodynamics 3 hours Normal Procedures/Base Tasks (Flight Preparation) 3 hours Weight and Balance 2 hours Aircraft Limits & Emergency Procedures (Flight Procedures) 4 hours

C.3.2.2 Cockpit Procedural Training (CPT). Approximately 1 training day, including 4 hours of CPT, dedicated to each student. CPT shall emphasize what was taught in academics, including switch and component location/identification, and normal and emergency procedures. This training can be accomplished in a Flight Training Device (FTD) or simulator. If a FTD or simulator is not available, an actual S-70/UH-60A static aircraft shall be used for this training. Typical subject areas follow:

Checklist Procedures Crew Coordination

C.3.2.3 Simulator Training. Approximately five (5) training days, including ten (10) hours dedicated simulator training. Time does not include mission planning or pre-/post-mission briefing/debriefing. If a suitable simulator is not available, ten (10) hours of actual S-70/UH-60A primary flight time may be substituted for simulator time. Each simulator session must include a cross section of normal procedures, as well as S-70/UH-60A critical/non-critical emergency procedures. The simulator/aircraft session pre-brief shall include instructor led review of applicable aircraft system and checklists (normal and emergency) to increase knowledge of systems and procedures, and to optimize simulator/aircraft training time. During the simulator/aircraft session, instructors shall emphasize proper performance of normal procedures, and proper identification, analysis, and response to emergency procedures. Flight training shall emphasize:

Preflight Pre-start Takeoff

Normal and Emergency Procedures Climb Cruise Descent Visual Flight Rules Approaches

C 3.3 S-70 - SMA Initial Qualification Simulator training:

The contractor shall provide all services necessary to qualify United States Government (USG) aircraft rew members to perform duties in the S-70 simulator.

C 3.3.1 Academics. Approximately 40 hours lecture (academics) and one (1) hours for End of Course

Aircrew Coordination / Crew Resource Management 3 hours Airframe and Structure 4 hours Engine 3 hours Transmission, Drive, and Rotors 4 hours Aircraft Controls 3 hours Electrical and Instrumentation 3 hours Aerodynamics 3 hours Normal Procedures/Base Tasks (Flight Preparation) 3 hours Weight and Balance 2 hours Performance Planning 4 hours Aircraft Limits & Emergency Procedures (Flight Procedures) 4 hours

End of Course Exam 1 hour

C 3.3.2 Cockpit Procedural Training (CPT). Cockpit Procedural Training (CPT) – Approximately 1 training day, including 4 hours of CPT, dedicated to each student. CPT shall emphasize what was taught in academics, including switch and component location/identification, and normal and emergency procedures.

This training can be accomplished in a Flight Training Device (FTD) or simulator. If a FTD or simulator is not available, an actual S-70/UH-60A static aircraft shall be used for this training. Typical subject areas follow:

Checklist Procedures Crew Coordination

C 3.3.3 Simulator Training. Approximately five (5) training days, including ten (10) hours dedicated simulator training. Time does not include mission planning or pre-/post-mission briefing/debriefing. If a suitable simulator is not available, ten (10) hours of actual S-70/UH-60A primary flight time may be substituted for simulator time. Each simulator session must include a cross section of normal procedures, as well as S-70/UH-60A critical/non-critical emergency procedures. The simulator/aircraft session pre-brief shall include instructor led review of applicable aircraft system and checklists (normal and emergency) to increase knowledge of systems and procedures, and to optimize simulator/aircraft training time. During the simulator/aircraft session, instructors shall emphasize proper performance of normal procedures, and proper identification, analysis, and response to emergency procedures. Flight training shall emphasize:

Preflight Pre-start Takeoff Normal and Emergency Procedures Climb Cruise Descent Visual Flight Rules Approaches

C 3.4 S-70 - Pilot and Special Mission Aviator Initial Qualification Flight Training:

The contractor shall provide all services necessary to qualify United States Government (USG) aircraft crew members to perform duties in the S-70 aircraft. This training will include simultaneous instruction for one (1) pilot and one (1) SMA pairing. The training shall consist of the following:

C 3.4.1 Academics. Approximately 8 hours lecture (academics) and one (1) hour for End of Course Exam.

Typical subject areas and approximate time for each subject follows:

Weight and Balance 1 hour Aircrew Coordination / Crew Resource Management 1 hour

Aerodynamics 2 hours Navigation System Familiarization 1 hour

C 3.4.2 Flight. All flight training shall be accomplished in Visual Meteorological Conditions. Flight training shall be approximately 7 to 10 training days, and shall include a minimum of 18 flight hours dedicated to each student. A minimum of 1 hour of flight time shall be dedicated to a day/night IFR flight operations familiarization. Flight training shall emphasize:

Pre-mission Planning Contact Procedures Instrument Procedures Emergency Procedures/Maneuvers Remote/Unprepared Surface Operations

C 3.5 S-70 - Pilot Initial Qualification Flight Training:

The contractor shall provide all services necessary to qualify United States Government (USG) aircraft crew members to perform duties in the S-70 aircraft. This training will include instruction for one (1) pilot.

The training shall consist of the following:

C 3.5.1. Academics. Approximately 8 hours lecture (academics) and one (1) hour for End of Course

Weight and Balance 1 hour Aircrew Coordination / Crew Resource Management 1 hour Aerodynamics 2 hours Navigation System Familiarization 1 hour

C 3.5.2. Flight. All flight training shall be accomplished in Visual Meteorological Conditions. Flight training shall be approximately 7 to 10 training days, and shall include a minimum of 18 flight hours dedicated to each student. A minimum of 1 hour of flight time shall be dedicated to a day/night IFR flight operations familiarization. Flight training shall emphasize:

Instrument Procedures Emergency Procedures/Maneuvers

C 3.6 S-70 - SMA Initial Qualification Flight Training:

The contractor shall provide all services necessary to qualify United States Government (USG) aircraft crew members to perform duties in the S-70 aircraft.

C 3.6.1. Academics. Approximately 8 hours lecture (academics) and one (1) hour for End of Course

Weight and Balance 1 hour Aircrew Coordination / Crew Resource Management 1 hour Performance Planning 3 hours

C 3.6.2 Flight. All flight training shall be accomplished in Visual Meteorological Conditions. Flight training shall be approximately 2 to 4 training days, and shall include a minimum of 3 flight hours dedicated to each student. Student shall run all checklists during a minimum of 5 actual Start/Shutdown procedures in the aircraft. Flight training shall emphasize:

Pre-mission Planning PPC/TOLD Contact Procedures Familiarization Emergency Procedures Familiarization Remote/Unprepared Surface Operations Familiarization

C 3.7 S-70 - Pilot and Special Mission Aviator Mission Qualification Flight Training: The contractor shall provide all services necessary to qualify United States Government (USG) aircraft crew members to perform duties in the S-70 aircraft. This training will include simultaneous instruction for one (1) pilot and one (1) SMA pairing. The training shall consist of the following:

C 3.7.1. Academics. Approximately 18 hours lecture. Typical subject areas and approximate time for each subject follows:

High/Hot/Heavy considerations 2 hours Aerodynamics 2 hours Normal Procedures/Base Tasks (Flight Preparation) 3 hours Sling Load Operations 3 hours Aircraft Limits & Emergency Procedures (Flight Procedures) 2 hours Mission Tasks 1 hour Live Fire Tactics 2 hours

C 3.7.2. Flight Training. All flight training shall be accomplished in Visual Meteorological Conditions.

Flight training shall be approximately 14 to 18 training days, and shall include a minimum of 20 flight hours dedicated to each student. During the mission qualification phase, a minimum of 3 hours shall be dedicated to Sling Load qualification training. A minimum of 5 hours shall be dedicated to High/Hot/Heavy operations. A minimum of 8 hours of flight time shall be dedicated to Live Fire Training which will include at a minimum Two (2) 2.0 day flights (One) single-ship, (One) formation flight with 1000 rounds live fire per flight* Two (2) 2.0 NVG flights (One)single-ship, (One)formation flight with 1000 Rounds live fire per flight*.

A minimum of 10 hours of NVG’s shall be flown throughout training and will result in an NVG aircraft qualification.

Flight training shall emphasize:

Tactical Single-ship/Formation Low Level Navigation Brown-out Procedures NVG Tactical Single-ship/Formation Hot/Heavy/High Operations Sling Load Live Fire Navigation System Utilization Flight Evaluation

C 3.7.3. Profile. (Paired) Class consists of (One) Pilot and (One) SMA During the formation phase of flight training the second aircraft will not be required to expel ammunition or carry a second crew member. Paired and Un-paired classes when able shall conduct formation training simultaneously to increase training effectiveness.

A minimum of (One) M-240H shall be installed on each aircraft planning to expel ammunition. A safety observer shall be required on any aircraft expelling ammunition. A safety observer is not required on any aircraft expelling ammunition in the event he/she is currant and qualified on the weapon. Rounds shall be expelled on all flights regardless of Pairing to ensure realistic training is being conducted.

C 3.8. S-70 - Pilot Mission Qualification Flight Training:

The contractor shall provide all services necessary to qualify United States Government (USG) aircraft crew members to perform duties in the S-70 aircraft. This training will include instruction for one (1) pilot.

The training shall consist of the following:

C 3.8.1. Academics. Approximately 18 hours lecture. Typical subject areas and approximate time for

High/Hot/Heavy considerations 2 hours Aerodynamics 2 hours Normal Procedures/Base Tasks (Flight Preparation) 3 hours Sling Load Operations 3 hours Aircraft Limits & Emergency Procedures (Flight Procedures) 2 hours Mission Tasks 1 hour Live Fire Tactics 2 hours

C 3.8.2. Flight Training. All flight training shall be accomplished in Visual Meteorological Conditions.

Flight training shall be approximately 14 to 18 training days, and shall include a minimum of 20 flight hours dedicated to each student. During the mission qualification phase, a minimum of 3 hours shall be dedicated to Sling Load qualification training. A minimum of 5 hours shall be dedicated to High/Hot/Heavy operations. A minimum of 2 hours of flight time shall be dedicated to Live Fire Training which will include at a minimum One (1) 1.0 day flight (One) single-ship, with 500 rounds live fire. One (1) 1.0 NVG flight (One) single-ship, with 500 Rounds live fire. A minimum of 10 hours of NVG’s shall be flown throughout training and will result in an NVG aircraft qualification.

Flight training shall emphasize:

Tactical Single-ship/Formation Low Level Navigation Brown-out Procedures NVG Tactical Single-ship/Formation Hot/Heavy/High Operations Sling Load Live Fire Navigation System Utilization

C 3.8.3. Profile. (Paired) Class consists of (One) Pilot and (One) SMA During the formation phase of flight training the second aircraft will not be required to expel ammunition or carry a second crew member. Paired and Un-paired classes when able shall conduct formation training simultaneously to increase training effectiveness. A minimum of (One) M-240H shall be installed on each aircraft planning to expel ammunition.

A safety observer shall be required on any aircraft expelling ammunition. A safety observer is not required on any aircraft expelling ammunition in the event he/she is currant and qualified on the weapon. Rounds shall be expelled on all flights regardless of Pairing to ensure realistic training is being conducted.

C 3.9. S-70 - SMA Mission Qualification Flight Training:

The contractor shall provide all services necessary to qualify United States Government (USG) aircraft crew members to perform duties in the S-70 aircraft.

C 3.9.1. Academics. Approximately 18 hours lecture. Typical subject areas and approximate time for

High/Hot/Heavy considerations 2 hours Aerodynamics 2 hours Normal Procedures/Base Tasks (Flight Preparation) 3 hours Sling Load Operations 3 hours Aircraft Limits & Emergency Procedures (Flight Procedures) 2 hours Mission Tasks 1 hour Live Fire Tactics 2 hours

C 3.9.2. Flight Training. All flight training shall be accomplished in Visual Meteorological Conditions.

Flight training shall be approximately 4 to 6 training days, and shall include a minimum of 8 flight hours dedicated to each student. During the mission qualification phase, a minimum of 2 hours shall be dedicated to Sling Load qualification training. A minimum of 4 hours of flight time shall be dedicated to Live Fire Training which will include at a minimum of One (1) 2.0 day flight single-ship, with 1000 rounds live fire per flight* One (1) 2.0 NVG flight single-ship, with 1000 Rounds live fire per flight*.

Flight training shall emphasize:

Pre-mission Planning Remote/Unprepared Surface Operations Tactical Single-ship/Formation Brown-out Procedures NVG Tactical Single-ship/Formation Sling Load Live Fire

C 3.9.3. Profile. (Paired) Class consists of (One) Pilot and (One) SMA During the formation phase of flight training the second aircraft will not be required to expel ammunition or carry a second crew member. Paired and Un-paired classes when able shall conduct formation training simultaneously to increase training effectiveness.

A minimum of (One) M-240H shall be installed on each aircraft planning to expel ammunition.

A safety observer shall be required on any aircraft expelling ammunition. A safety observer is not required on any aircraft expelling ammunition in the event he/she is currant and qualified on the weapon. Rounds shall be expelled on all flights regardless of Pairing to ensure realistic training is being conducted.

C 3.10 S-70 - Senior Officer Qualification Flight Training:

The contractor shall provide all services necessary to qualify United States Government (USG) aircraft crew members to perform duties in the S-70 aircraft.

C 3.10.1. Academics. Approximately 7 hours lecture (academics) and one (1) hour for the End of Course

Aircrew Coordination / Crew Resource Management 1 hour Normal Procedures/Base Tasks (Flight Preparation) 1 hour Aircraft Limits & Emergency Procedures (Flight Procedures) 3 hours

C 3.10.2 Flight Training. All flight training shall be accomplished in the actual aircraft in Visual Meteorological Conditions. Flight training shall be approximately 10 training days, and shall include a minimum of 20 flight hours dedicated to each student. A minimum of 1 hour of flight time shall be dedicated to a day IFR flight operations familiarization. A minimum of 1 hour shall be dedicated to Remote/Unprepared Surface Operations familiarization.

Instrument Procedures Emergency Procedures/Maneuvers Remote/Unprepared Surface Operations Navigation System Utilization Low Level Navigation NVG Tactical Single-ship/Formation

C.3.11 S-70 - Live Fire Qualification Training Curriculum Requirements, (Paired):

The contractor shall provide all services necessary to qualify United States Government (USG) aircraft crew members to perform duties in the S-70 aircraft. This training will include simultaneous instruction for one (1) pilot and one (1) SMA pairing. The training shall consist of the following:

C.3.11.1 Academics. Approximately 5 hours lecture (academics). Typical subject areas and approximate time for each subject follows:

Safety Live Fire Crew Resource Management (CRM) Actions On Objective Gun Deployment Weapon Emergency procedures Weapon Arming De-arming/Clearing

C.3.11.2 Flight Training. All flight training shall be accomplished in Visual Meteorological Conditions.

Flight training shall be approximately 3-5 training days, and shall include a minimum of 6 flight hours dedicated to Live Fire Weapon deployment.

Weapon Deployment Tactics Aerial Gunnery Operations

1. Two (2) 1.5 day flights (One) single-ship, (One) formation flight with 1000 rounds live fire per flight*

2. Two (2) 1.5 NVG flights (One) single-ship, (One) formation flight with 1000 rounds live fire per flight*

Flight Evaluation

C.3.11.3 Profile. (Paired) Class consists of (One) Pilot and (One) SMA During the formation phase of flight training the second aircraft will not be required to expel ammunition or carry a second crew member. Paired and Un-paired classes when able shall conduct formation training simultaneously to increase training effectiveness.

A minimum of (One) M-240H shall be installed on each aircraft planning to expel ammunition.

A safety observer shall be required on any aircraft expelling ammunition. A safety observer is not required on any aircraft expelling ammunition in the event he/she is currant and qualified on the weapon. Rounds shall be expelled on all flights regardless of Pairing to ensure realistic training is being conducted.

C 3.12. S-70 - Pilot Live Fire Qualification Training:

The contractor shall provide all services necessary to qualify United States Government (USG) aircraft crew members to perform duties in the S-70 aircraft. This training will include instruction for one (1) pilot.

The training shall consist of the following:

C 3.12.1. Academics. Approximately 3 hours lecture (academics). Typical subject areas and approximate

Live Fire Crew Resource Management (CRM) 1 hour Actions on Objective Gun Deployment 1 hour

C 3.12.2. Flight Training. All flight training shall be accomplished in Visual Meteorological Conditions.

Flight training shall be approximately 2-3 training days, and shall include a minimum of 3 flight hours

Weapon Deployment Aerial Gunnery Operations One (1) 1.5 day flight, single-ship flight with 500 rounds live fire per flight* One (1) 1.5 NVG formation flight with 500 rounds live fire per flight*

C 3.12.3 Profile. Class consists of (One) Pilot During the formation phase of flight training the second aircraft will not be required to expel ammunition or carry a second crew member. Paired and Un-paired classes when able shall conduct formation training simultaneously to increase training effectiveness.

A minimum of (One) M-240H shall be installed on each aircraft planning to expel ammunition.

A safety observer shall be required on any aircraft expelling ammunition. A safety observer is not required on any aircraft expelling ammunition in the event he/she is currant and qualified on the weapon. Rounds shall be expelled on all flights regardless of Pairing to ensure realistic training is being conducted.

C 3.13 S-70 - SMA Live Fire Qualification Training:

The contractor shall provide all services necessary to qualify United States Government (USG) aircraft crew members to perform duties in the S-70 aircraft.

C 3.13.1. Academics. Approximately 5 hours lecture (academics). Typical subject areas and approximate

Actions on Objective Gun Deployment 1 hour Weapon Emergency Procedures 1 hour Weapon Arming De-arming/Clearing 1 hour

C 3.13.2. Flight Training. All flight training shall be accomplished in Visual Meteorological Conditions.

Flight training shall be approximately 3-5 training days, and shall include a minimum of 4.5 flight hours

Aerial Gunnery Operations

1. Two (2) 1.5 day flights (One) single-ship, (One) formation flight with 1000 rounds live fire per flight*

2. One (1) 1.5 NVG formation flight with 1000 Rounds live fire per flight*

Flight Evaluation

C 3.13.3 Profile. Class consists of (One) SMA During the formation phase of flight training the second aircraft will not be required to expel ammunition or carry a second crew member. Paired and Un-paired classes when able shall conduct formation training simultaneously to increase training effectiveness.

A minimum of (One) M-240H shall be installed on each aircraft planning to expel ammunition.

A safety observer shall be required on any aircraft expelling ammunition. A safety observer is not required on any aircraft expelling ammunition in the event he/she is currant and qualified on the weapon. Rounds shall be expelled on all flights regardless of Pairing to ensure realistic training is being conducted.

C 3.14. S-70 - Live Fire Re-Qualification Training Curriculum Requirements, (Paired):

The contractor shall provide all services necessary to qualify United States Government (USG) aircraft crew members to perform duties in the S-70 aircraft. This training will include simultaneous instruction for one (1) pilot and one (1) SMA pairing. The training shall consist of the following:

C 3.14.1. Academics. Approximately 5 hours lecture (academics). Typical subject areas and approximate

Actions on Objective Gun Deployment 1 hour

C 3.14.2. Flight Training. All flight training shall be accomplished in Visual Meteorological Conditions.

Flight training shall be approximately 2-3 training days, and shall include a minimum of 4.5 flight hours

Aerial Gunnery Operations

1. One (1) 1.5 day single-ship flight with 1000 rounds live fire*

2. Two (2) 1.5 NVG formation flight with 1000 rounds live fire*

Flight Evaluation

C 3.14.3. Profile. Class consists of (One) Pilot and (One) SMA During the formation phase of flight training the second aircraft will not be required to expel ammunition or carry a second crew member. Paired and Un-paired classes when able shall conduct formation training simultaneously to increase training effectiveness.

A minimum of (One) M-240H shall be installed on each aircraft planning to expel ammunition.

A safety observer shall be required on any aircraft expelling ammunition. A safety observer is not required on any aircraft expelling ammunition in the event he/she is currant and qualified on the weapon. Rounds shall be expelled on all flights regardless of Pairing to ensure realistic training is being conducted.

C 3.15 S-70 - Live Fire SMA Re-Qualification Training Curriculum Requirements:

The contractor shall provide all services necessary to qualify United States Government (USG) aircraft crew members to perform duties in the S-70 aircraft.

C 3.15.1. Academics. Approximately 5 hours lecture (academics). Typical subject areas and approximate

Actions on Objective Gun Deployment 1 hour

C 3.15.2. Flight Training. All flight training shall be accomplished in Visual Meteorological Conditions.

Flight training shall be approximately 2-3 training days, and shall include a minimum of 3.5 flight hours

Aerial Gunnery Operations

1. One (1) 1.5 day single-ship flight with 1000 rounds live fire*

2. Two (2) 2.0 NVG Flight formation flight with 1000 rounds live fire*

Flight Evaluation

C 3.15.3. Profile. Class consists of (One) SMA

During the formation phase of flight training the second aircraft will not be required to expel ammunition or carry a second crew member. Paired and Un-paired classes when able shall conduct formation training simultaneously to increase training effectiveness.

A minimum of (One) M-240H shall be installed on each aircraft planning to expel ammunition.

A safety observer shall be required on any aircraft expelling ammunition. A safety observer is not required on any aircraft expelling ammunition in the event he/she is currant and qualified on the weapon. Rounds shall be expelled on all flights regardless of Pairing to ensure realistic training is being conducted.

C 3.16. S-70 - Aircrew Maintenance Familiarization Training:

The contractor shall provide all services necessary to qualify United States Government (USG) aircraft crew members to perform duties on the S-70 aircraft.

The selected technical training school must provide academic and “hands-on” instruction on the S-70 airframe, power plant, and all related systems. Following course completion, technicians must demonstrate an understanding of aircraft flight theory and systems’ operations and perform basic maintenance inspection functions. This training should last approximately 15 training days, including approximately 120 hours in the following areas:

C 3.16.1. Aircraft Maintenance Technical Data. The maintenance familiarization course must provide training in the following processes:

Work Cards Schematics Inspection Checklists Maintenance Manuals Aircraft Maintenance Forms (Log Books) Annotations

C 3.16.2. Safety Procedures. Must address specific helicopter safety areas and include the following ground safety procedures which are performed while maintaining the S-70:

Helicopter Rotor Blade Areas Moveable Flight Surfaces Fire Emergency Procedures

C 3.16.3 Aircraft Servicing and Routine Maintenance Inspections. The course must provide specialized training and instruction in ground maintenance and in the servicing of the S-70:

Launch and Recovery Servicing (Fuel, Oil, Hydraulic, etc) Landing Gear Strut Servicing Ground Handling (Towing and Movement Procedures) Any Additional Helicopter Specific Servicing Requirements

C 3.16.4. Checklist Utilization and Periodic Inspections. In accordance with S-70 maintenance manual intervals, the course must provide instruction for checklist utilization and for performing the following periodic inspections:

Inspection Checklists Routine Ground Inspections Hourly/Calendar Inspections

C 3.16.5. Airframe and Power Plant Maintenance. The course must provide instruction on the S-70 airframe maintenance and troubleshooting procedures to include removal, replacement, and installation of the following associated mechanical components:

Landing Gear Tires, Brakes and Struts Rotor Systems and Flight Control Rigging General Aircraft Maintenance Corrosion Prevention and Cleaning Aircraft Weight and Balance Procedures Aircraft Electrical Systems Maintenance Aircraft Structure and Sheet Metal Repair Communications and Navigation Systems Aircraft Fire Bottle Maintenance

C 3.16.6. Power Plant Maintenance. The aircraft maintenance course must provide instruction in the proper maintenance and upkeep of engines. Maintenance instruction should include preventative maintenance procedures as well as scheduled inspections and routine servicing information for the following:

Engine Fuel Control and Fuel Flow Adjustments (Auxiliary Power Unit) Maintenance Procedures Including Removal and Replacement Engine Gearbox Maintenance Engine Maintenance Procedures

C 3.17 S-70 - SMA/Maintenance Familiarization Training:

The contractor shall provide all services necessary to instruct USG aircraft maintenance and Special Mission Aviator Personnel on S-70 familiarization training per:

The selected technical training school must provide academic and “hands-on” instruction on the S-70 airframe, power plant, and all related systems. Following course completion, technicians must demonstrate an understanding of aircraft flight theory and basic systems’ operations and perform basic servicing functions. This training should last approximately 5 training days, including approximately 35 hours in the following areas:

ATA 5-12 Aircraft General Automatic Flight Control System (AFCS) Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) Cargo Hook Caution Warning System Command Instrument System Communications Electrical Emergency Equipment

Environmental Fire Protection Flight Controls Fuel Hydraulics Landing Gear Lighting Navigation System Powerplant Powertrain Publications Rotors Structures

C.4.0 Tasks

C.4.1 Training provided at the contractor’s facility: The contractor shall provide instruction, equipment

(to include the aircraft) and classroom materials necessary to train deploying USG S-70 Aircrew and Maintenance personnel; including but not limited to the following:

● All training be will conducted inside the contiguous United States (CONUS)

● Provide course schedule to meet training requirements

● Identify and schedule suitable facility for each course offering

● Provide accountability for student attendees

● Coordinate/schedule reception teams for each course offering

● Meet programmed graduation dates

● Provide option to extend training in one day increments, for some or all of the USG personnel to allow for delays due to maintenance or weather – training quality is paramount

● Flight manuals, checklists, technical manuals, training aids, and instruction shall be in English

● Ensure all translated materials are technically accurate

C.4.2 Schedule:

The contractor shall maintain a schedule of all training requirements/events. Contractor shall maintain close coordination with HQ AETC/A3Q to ensure proper training for aircraft crewmembers and maintenance personnel.

C.4.3 Program Efficiency:

The contractor shall work in close coordination with the Quality Assurance Evaluator (QAE) to ensure aircrew and maintenance personnel are trained in accordance with the approved syllabi and courseware.

Any suggestions for improvement and/or changes to contractor developed courseware shall be coordinated between the contractor and the COR, HQ AETC/A3Q and approved by the contracting officer (CO). Any contractor or student recommendations for course modifications shall be directed to the AETC/A3QF.

C.4.4 Operation of Aircraft

C.4.4.1 All systems must be maintained in accordance with the aircraft, airframe, engine and avionics as per manufacturers’ specifications. Contractor shall maintain OEM/FAA technical bulletin documentation on the aircraft provision for annual inspection.

C.4.4.2 A Government Flight Representative (GFR) and Ground Government Flight Representative (GGFR) and/or their designated representative will perform an annual inspection of aircraft operations, flight crew certification/currency and qualifications and aircraft maintenance procedures. This inspection will commence within six months after award of contract and will be under the general guidelines of the procedures contained in the DCMA Tri-Service Instruction 8210 series entitled “Contractor’s Flight and Ground Operations” in effect on the date of contract award. This will be applicable to the primary contractor and any sub-contractors.

C.4.4.3 Definitions contained in 14 CFR Part 1 apply to all situations and conditions related to flight operations, aircraft maintenance, and flight crew certifications and qualifications, except as noted or defined otherwise herein.

C.4.4.4 The aircraft shall carry a valid FAA airworthiness certificate for Non-public use activities that are similar to the mission required to be performed under this PWS for the duration of the contract. The aircraft shall be operated and maintained as civil aircraft and follow current Federal Aviation Regulation and DODI

4500.53. All pilots and crew shall be FAA certified.

C.4.4.5 All aircraft shall be operated in accordance with applicable Government aeronautical regulations, including U.S. Navy (USN), United States Air Force (USAF), United States Marine Corps (USMC) and local military flying directives, including foreign government…