N00421-17-R-0007_Amendment_0002.docx

N00421-17-R-0007

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SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION A - SOLICITATION/CONTRACT FORM

The following have been added by full text:

AMENDMENT 0002 Q&AS

N00421-17-R-0007 Amendment 0002 Questions and Answers

1. The response to Question #7 states that PBSOW tasking shall only be addressed once instead of providing a response for the PBSOW tasks that are duplicated for the different funding types. Further, the response to Question #12 stated the Government will allocate labor costs to the labor CLINs as stated in Paragraph 4.6.2. For clarification, does the Government intend for Offerors to allocate hours for the separate funding tasks/CLINs (NWCF, O&MN, etc.) in Attachment P2, or should the hours be only broken out to the single CLIN level 0001, 0101, 0201, 0301, 0401 as indicated in the response to Question #7 and #12?

ANSWER: The hours should only be broken out to the single CLIN level 0001, 0101, 0201, 0301, 0401.

2. Section C, Paragraph 11.0, Page 50: The Computer Specialist and Senior Computer Specialist labor categories require a Top Secret security clearance within 20 days of contract award. However, the DD Form 254 specifies a “Secret” level. Additionally, there are no special access requirements, such as COMSEC, identified on the DD Form 254. Please clarify.

ANSWER: The Computer Specialist and Senior Computer Specialist labor categories have been revised to require a Secret clearance. The DD254 will remain unchanged at the Secret level. Section C has been revised and provided with this Amendment. *

3. In reference to question #27 in Amendment Q&A, will the Government consider excluding the one-page Volume 5 from the page limit for Volume 1 – Executive Summary?

ANSWER: The Government will exclude the one-page Volume 5 from the page limit for Volume 1 – Executive Summary. Section L has been revised and provided with this Amendment. *

4. Would it be permissible for the Offeror to convert Attachment P6 to an older version of Excel to be compliant with the RFP instructions or leave it as the Government has provided with a newer version of Microsoft Excel?

ANSWER: Offerors should utilize MS Office 2010 Excel for Attachment P6. Section L has been revised and provided with this Amendment.

SECTION C - DESCRIPTIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS

The following have been modified:

PERFORMANCE BASED SOW

PERFORMANCE BASED STATEMENT OF WORK

for Propulsion and Power Department (AIR-4.4) Lab Support

1.0 SCOPE

This Performance Based Statement of Work (PBSOW) sets forth the requirements for Contractor provided engineering, technical, administrative, operation, maintenance, repair, equipment and laboratory upgrades and improvements, equipment procurement, and calibration services for the Naval Air Warfare Center, Propulsion and Power Department (AIR-4.4), Patuxent River, Maryland.

1.1 BACKGROUND

AIR-4.4 is the lead activity for research, systems engineering and integration, engineering analysis and evaluation, test and evaluation, and in-service engineering support of Naval Propulsion and Power Systems. These systems include, but may not be limited to the following:

• Air breathing engines (except for ramjets) and engine integration for manned and unmanned aircraft and missiles, engine subsystems such as controls and lubrication systems;

• Auxiliary, secondary and emergency power systems;

• Helicopter transmissions and drive systems;

• Aircraft and engine fuel systems, and ground refueling systems;

• Fuel and oil for propulsion system engines, gearboxes, propellers and transmissions;

• Propulsion system performance, engine structures, fleet operations metrics; and

• Power generating; battery and power conversion systems; electrical power distribution systems; electrical power quality; electrical starting and emergency electrical power systems.

1.2 FACILITY/LABORATORY DESCRIPTION

The Contractor shall provide the people and the skills necessary for the engineering, technical, administrative, operation, maintenance, repair, equipment and laboratory upgrades and improvements, equipment procurement, and calibration services of the below test facilities and testing laboratories, including test equipment. The ability to move people from one test lab/facility to another lab/facility to meet workload demands is required to ensure an efficient execution of the mission. The facilities, systems, and equipment do not remain static as upgrades, replacements, and removal of facilities, systems, and equipment and testing requirements evolve over time to meet the requirements of the Fleet.

· Propulsion Systems Evaluation Facility (PSEF), Bldg. 2360, NAWCAD Patuxent River, MD

· Aircraft Test and Evaluation Facility (ATEF), Bldg. 1669, NAWCAD Patuxent River, MD

· Electrical Power Systems Evaluation Facility (EPSEF), Bldg. 1461, NAWCAD Patuxent River, MD

1.2.1 PSEF – The PSEF consists of numerous test areas and unique facilities to test and collect data on propulsion components and sub-systems in the following test areas:

1.2.1.1 Fuels and Lubricants Test Area (FLT): This test area consists of 30 test rigs used to evaluate specific performance properties of aircraft and ship fuels, fuel handling systems and components, and engine/drive train lubricants.

1.2.1.2 Rotor Spin Facility (RSF): This facility is a unique Department of Defense asset that tests aircraft engine compressor and turbine components for a multi-service customer base under centrifugal loads. Testing includes Low and High Cycle Fatigue, Burst and Containment and Life/Design Validation.

1.2.1.3 Altitude Environmental Chamber (AEC): This facility assesses the operational flight envelope of UAV propulsion systems, evaluates system performance, mission operability, service life and design integrity.

1.2.1.4 Helicopter Drive System Facility (HDS): This facility is a unique Department of Defense asset, which provides test and evaluation capability to a multi-service customer base with interests in both the mechanical evaluation of helicopter hardware and the evaluation of diagnostic systems and techniques through the Helicopter Integrated Diagnostics System program.

1.2.1.5 Small Engine Test Area (SETA): These test areas are used to test and evaluate turboshaft engines, auxiliary power units, aircraft starters, starter control valves and prognostics and health management technologies. Testing includes environmental effects on engine performance and life, life extension evaluations, performance evaluations and developmental hardware evaluations.

1.2.1.6 Chemistry Laboratory (CL): This test area is used to test and evaluate the chemical and physical properties of aircraft and ship fuels and lubricants. This facility provides evaluation testing for all Navy fuels encompassing ship, air and ground uses.

1.2.1.7 Battery and Fuel Cell Test Laboratory. This facility performs discharge and recharge characteristics testing as well as evaluation of systems involved in flight testing and Science and Technology development programs.

1.2.2 ATEF – The ATEF is a Hush House for the evaluation of aircraft installed and uninstalled engine propulsion system performance. This facility has the capability to test the full spectrum of aircraft power operation from ground run-up to full afterburner under numerous environmental conditions. ATEF also contains specialized instrumentation and equipment to provide instrumentation signals real time during engine operation. Capabilities include:

· Engine/Intake Crosswind/Ingestion

· Weight and Balance

· Environmental effects (rain, wind, sun, heat)

· Thrust calibration

· Residual Fuel Calibration

· X-Ray inspections

· Night Vision equipment testing

1.2.3 EPSEF – The EPSEF is a testing facility that consists of numerous test areas that are designed to evaluate electrical power generating, battery and power conversion systems, electrical power distribution systems, electrical power quality, electrical starting and emergency electrical power systems. The facility is also responsible for auxiliary, secondary, and emergency power systems.

1.2.3.1 Electrical Test Laboratory. This facility performs electrical power evaluation testing on both airborne and ground equipment during all phases of equipment development and production. Continuous testing is performed on AC/DC generators, electrical starters, power conversion equipment, batteries, power monitors, wiring, and electrical circuit breakers. The rotational drive capability of this Lab is also used to evaluate helicopter drive systems for life and diagnostic system development.

1.2.3.2 Dynamics Test Laboratory. This facility performs dynamics testing on a full range of airborne and ground equipment under either ambient conditions or extreme temperature/altitude/humidity conditions.

1.2.3.3 Environmental Test Laboratory. This test area uses unique environmental test chambers to simulate the harsh environments that airborne and ground equipment are required to withstand. The majority of this testing evaluates the components ability to perform under MIL-STD-810A-G environment.

1.2.3.4 Mobile Electrical Test Laboratories. Provides mobile data acquisition capability for aircraft ground testing conducted at Patuxent River and other Government and Contractor facilities. The mobile laboratories are used to evaluate the performance of new components and aircraft systems that interface with the electrical power generation and distribution systems while installed in the aircraft. The mobile laboratories are trucks containing test equipment and require insured personnel who can drive the vehicle and operate the test equipment within the mobile laboratory. Over the road and airfield permits/license will be required and must be obtained by the Contractor.

1.2.3.5 Wind Tunnel Test Facility. A ram air turbine generator facility provides precise control and calibrated air velocities to evaluate the performance of the turbines under controlled laboratory conditions. This facility also performs blowing rain tests.

1.2.3.6 Wiring Test Laboratory (WTL): The WTL facility is dedicated to the testing, evaluation, and monitoring of aircraft electrical interconnect system components and tools in support of the Navy Qualified Products Lists (QPL) for each component.

1.2.3.7 Aircraft Mounted Auxiliary Drive (AMAD) Stand. This test stand supports the F-18 C/D AMAD research and development and engineering investigation programs. The test stand is utilized for performing diagnostics on the AMAD unit after removal from aircraft.

1.2.3.8 Modeling and Simulation Test Laboratory. This laboratory performs electrical generator and electrical power system modeling and simulation. This could include wire diagnostics and safety of flight testing for science and technology efforts.

2.0 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS (The most current version of the document shall be used)

Document Number Nomenclature

MIL-W-5088-L &

3.0 REQUIREMENTS

The following describes the types of functional effort to be performed by the Contractor:

3.1 ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT

(CLINS 0004, 0104, 0204, 0304, and 0404)

(NWCF)

The Contractor shall provide general administrative, secretarial, and clerical support for AIR-4.4. Typical tasks listed in order of importance shall include, but are not limited to:

3.1.1 Process travel authorizations and orders using the Defense Travel System (DTS).

3.1.2 Process Visit Requests and imputing information into the BASICS II base access system.

3.1.3 Reserved.

3.1.4 Use both the Clearance System (APACS) and the Joint Personnel Adjudication System (JPAS) for country clearances and visitor clearances.

3.1.5 Maintain recall and muster lists.

3.1.6 Operate a computer including proficiency in the complete Microsoft Office Suite software (i.e. MS Excel, Powerpoint, Access, Word, Outlook, etc.)

3.1.7 Create and save DoD Emall shopping carts items for DoD bankcard holders to purchase. The Contractor shall not be permitted to execute the purchase.

3.1.8 Scan and transfer files.

3.1.9 Comply with the requirements of the Privacy Act of 1974 in regard to personal information protection and disclosure.

3.1.10 Answer telephones and route calls.

3.1.11 Receive, route and distribute mail and other office material.

3.1.12 Operate an office copier to copy, sort, and collate copies.

3.1.13 Maintain and update office files and records.

3.1.14 Prepare and distribute Naval messages.

3.1.15 Prepare formal correspondence, technical reports, booklets and memoranda.

3.1.16 Provide conference and workshop coordination and administrative services including development of agendas, milestone charts, announcements, schedule meeting rooms, set up and dismantle of audio/visual equipment, database tracking of events, record attendees and points of contact, record minutes at general and splinter group meetings, and operate message boards.

3.1.17 Reserved.

3.1.18 Prepare vouchers (Standard Form 1034) for standard issue safety equipment (shoes/glasses).

3.1.19 Prepare graphic art.

3.2.1 Coordinate and track cost, schedule, business, and performance standards. Provide reports as requested by the COR.

3.2.2 Maintain interface with the COR in order to understand objectives and milestones.

3.2.3 Track projects and Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) deliveries.

3.3.1 Coordinate and track cost, schedule, business, and performance standards. Provide reports as requested by the COR.

3.3.2 Maintain interface with the COR in order to understand objectives and milestones.

3.3.3 Track projects and Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) deliveries.

The Contractor shall provide engineering, technical, operation, maintenance, equipment repair, improvements, and calibration services in support of AIR-4.4 testing laboratories and test facilities based on current and projected test requirements for systems during the development phase. Typical tasks include, but are not limited to:

3.4.1 Provide training for the proper and safe operation and maintenance of both new and existing test facilities and test equipment.

3.4.2 Review and provide recommendations for project test plans and the test request forms per the Test Plan Standard Work Package.

3.4.3 Support the preparation of specialized and non-standard project test plans, test requests and development of innovative test procedures.

3.4.4 Support the availability and proper operation of appropriate facilities, instrumentation and test apparatus for the conduct of test program objectives. This could include adaptation and modification of existing test equipment/facilities.

3.4.5 Provide recommendations to the Government Project Engineer for new instrumentation and wiring configurations based on test requirements.

3.4.6 Perform pre-test setup, operation, data collection, recording, and analysis functions to support routine, as well as specialized and non-standard testing.

3.4.7 Conduct tests and analyze test data to confirm the test data is within range in accordance with Government furnished specifications or approved test plans. If out of range, notify the test engineer in writing immediately.

3.4.8 Maintain documentation of all test programs. Documentation is to include a description of the systems and/or equipment that was evaluated; the laboratory equipment and instrumentation used to run the test; calibration data; pretest and post-test performance data and the daily event log. Provide test results with findings, conclusions and recommendations to the project engineer.

3.4.9 Prepare test facility and equipment preventive maintenance schedules and perform maintenance in accordance with equipment maintenance/operation manuals and military test specifications and standards as applicable. Provide the Government written recommendations for test facility or equipment repairs, upgrades, or replacement.

3.4.10 Repair test facilities and test equipment in accordance with local guidance, manufacturer’s manuals, and Standard Operating Procedures. Repairs shall be coordinated with other test operations to ensure minimal impact with other test operations.

3.4.11 Maintain all Contractor occupied or utilized spaces (office, laboratory area, equipment room) in a safe, orderly and clean manner.

3.4.12 Remain cognizant of advances in testing technology. This may include visits or telephone inquiries to other activities, agencies and equipment manufacturers for the purpose of evaluating and observing evolving test equipment technology. Provide recommendations to the Government technical lead to upgrade and modernize test facilities and equipment to enhance functionality of the test area, and reduce test cost.

3.4.13 The Contractor shall provide inputs for the preparation of recommended performance design change specifications, engineering data, installation requirements and other technical documentation to support the upgrade, repair and/or modification of existing and capability expansion of facility/equipment testing capabilities and equipment. Procurement of any new equipment or systems, in support of existing and future test capabilities, shall be because the existing equipment and capability is determined Beyond Economical Repair (BER) or unable to meet mission requirements and a new purchase is the only way to meet the requirement. The purchase of any replacement equipment, materials and repairs or upgrades under this contract shall be limited to those required to meet the minimum requirements defined within the test plan or mission plan. Purchases shall be limited by the following:

a. The purchase of equipment, materials, and repairs or upgrades, for routine, low cost consumables (i.e. gears, bearings, seals, filters, gaskets, connectors, cables, flow meters, miscellaneous repairs, calibration effort, etc.), which do not exceed $500, and are within the scope of the contract may be purchased without Government verification.

b. The purchase of equipment, materials and repairs, upgrades and services in excess of $500 but less than $10,000, and are within the scope of the contract, may be purchased by the Contractor after COR verification and written approval.

c. The purchase of equipment, materials and repairs, upgrades and services, in excess of $10,000 but less than $30,000 and are within the scope of the contract, may be purchased by the Contractor after AIR-4.4C verification and written approval.

d. The purchase of equipment, materials and repairs or upgrades, in excess of $30,000 will be referred to the Contracting Officer, via the COR, for determination of whether or not the work is within the contract scope to maintain or enhance existing facilities

3.4.14 Support the Government during manufacturer design reviews; factory demonstrations, equipment acceptance tests and operator/maintenance/manual verification/validation efforts.

3.4.15 Install test facilities and equipment that have been purchased by the Government or the Contractor, in accordance with Paragraph 3.4.13 above. These installations shall be in accordance with equipment manuals, vendor instructions or Public Works Department Instructions which would be furnished as Government Furnished Information (GFI).

3.4.16 Support the development of test methods and procedures to facilitate the introduction of new/modified test equipment, standards and specifications.

3.4.17 Provide test facility maintenance and repair coordination for the Propulsion and Power Department. Duties shall include test facility maintenance as per the preventative maintenance plan including routine/daily test facilities inspections and any required corrective actions. Coordination with NAS Public Works (PW) for repair of equipment to maintain the required test conditions and ensure that PW maintenance activities are conducted without impact to test operations. Monitor all test equipment operation utilizing the Data Display Channel (DDC) system and adjusts set-points to provide test conditions to the appropriate test areas.

3.4.18 Conduct testing and evaluation utilizing AIR-4.4 Standard Work Packages (SWPs) and Standard Skills Packages (SSPs).

3.4.19 Conduct chemical analysis testing and reporting, including, but not limited to viscosity, flash point, heating value, density, foam, hydrogen content, surface tension, nitrogen content, tensile test, vapor pressure, water content, pour point test, sonic shear and peroxide content.

3.4.20 Conduct tests and analyze data from corrosion test apparatus, Spectroil Jr. spectrophotometer and Fiter Debris Analyzer (FDA); evaluate test results from high temperature deposition test, hot liquid process simulator, Ryder gear, Falex multi-specimen test, Rolls Royce Tribo test and others in support of the Lubricants Program.

3.4.21 Conduct tests in the Fuels and Lubricants areas including outside operations using the large fuel systems. Provide training to Contractor personnel to ensure safety when utilizing chemicals.

3.4.22 Perform electrical wiring and wiring system component qualification and other testing and in accordance with Government test acceptance criteria. The Contractor shall provide the test results to the Government. All determinations of technical acceptance or rejection will be made by the Government only.

3.4.23 Provide technical support for the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) and military (MIL) specifications for wiring and wiring components. Attend and participate in technical industry meetings, conferences, and planning meetings to provide interpretation for specifications and standards technical requirements. Provide a record of discussion items, action items, conclusions and recommendations to their respective Government technical team lead.

3.4.24 Provide technical support to propulsion and power facilities including facility preparation to conduct the testing; environmental temperature control; preparing instrumentation for testing and reporting status, data acquisition and data retention. Perform information management assurance for the data acquisition systems and ensure the quality of the data for facility/laboratory systems administrators.

3.4.25 Make changes and/or modify facilities, systems, equipment, instrumentation and hardware as per engineering drawings.

3.4.26 Dismantle, prepare and preserve facilities, systems, hardware and equipment that will be placed in long term storage. Provide and maintain a written record of stored items.

3.4.27 Start, set and adjust test operating conditions, monitor test performance and operation and shut down the test facility after testing is complete.

3.4.28 Trouble shoot facility, system, equipment and hardware performance problems; advising facilities engineering of problems and potential solutions.

3.4.29 Ship and/or transport test equipment and/or test articles.

3.4.30 Maintain and update the inventory of equipment, instrumentation and hardware in all test facilities areas.

3.4.31 Support the AIR-4.4 RDT&E network which is a data sharing and exchanging system in compliance with Navy and DoD data and system security requirements. The AIR-4.4 RDT&E network is not part of the Navy Marine Corp Intranet (NMCI). Maintain, upgrade and report the network, nodes, and peripheral equipment configuration management. Recommend technical refresh dates and recommend improvements covering facility software, and data security hardware and software. Respond to and provide solutions for system trouble calls.

3.4.32 Support RDT&E Network accreditation process by collecting data, documenting systems, scanning machines and preparing documents for accreditation application submission.

3.4.33 Provide a dedicated, journey level Systems Administrator to work on the Naval Power Avionic and Thermal (NPATH) Lab computer systems. Provide computer updates, ensure network connectivity and load software programs. Ensure the NPATH modeling and data acquisition systems are functional to support each test or analysis event.

3.4.34 Maintain, support and upgrade RDT&E hardware and software including the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), once functional and out of development, test area data acquisition systems, data processing systems, control systems, and displays.

The Contractor shall provide engineering, technical, operation, maintenance, equipment repair and improvements, capability improvements and calibration services in support of AIR-4.4 testing laboratories and test facilities based on current and projected test requirements. Typical tasks include, but are not limited to:

3.5.1 Provide training for the proper and safe operation and maintenance of both new and existing test facilities and test equipment.

3.5.2 Review and provide recommendations for project test plans and the test request forms per the Test Plan Standard Work Package.

3.5.3 Support the preparation of specialized and non-standard project test plans, test requests and development of innovative test procedures.

3.5.4 Support the availability and proper operation of appropriate facilities, instrumentation and test apparatus for the conduct of test program objectives. This could include adaptation and modification of existing test equipment/facilities.

3.5.5 Provide recommendations to the Government Project Engineer for new instrumentation and wiring configurations based on test requirements.

3.5.6 Perform pre-test setup, operation, data collection, recording, and analysis functions to support routine, as well as specialized and non-standard testing.

3.5.7 Conduct tests and analyze test data to confirm the test data is within range in accordance with Government furnished specifications or approved test plans. If out of range, notify the test engineer in writing immediately.

3.5.8 Maintain documentation of all test programs. Documentation is to include a description of the systems and/or equipment that was evaluated; the laboratory equipment and instrumentation used to run the test; calibration data; pretest and post-test performance data and the daily event log. Provide test results with findings, conclusions and recommendations to the project engineer.

3.5.9 Prepare test facility and equipment preventive maintenance schedules and perform maintenance in accordance with equipment maintenance/operation manuals and military test specifications and standards as applicable. Provide the Government written recommendations for test facility or equipment repairs, upgrades, or replacement.

3.5.10 Repair test facilities and test equipment in accordance with local guidance, manufacturer’s manuals, and Standard Operating Procedures. Repairs shall be coordinated with other test operations to ensure minimal impact with other test operations.

3.5.11 Maintain all Contractor occupied or utilized spaces (office, laboratory area, equipment room) in a safe, orderly and clean manner.

3.5.12 Remain cognizant of advances in testing technology. This may include visits or telephone inquiries to other activities, agencies and equipment manufacturers for the purpose of evaluating and observing evolving test equipment technology. Provide recommendations to the Government technical lead to upgrade and modernize test facilities and equipment to enhance functionality of the test area, and reduce test cost.

3.5.13 The Contractor shall provide inputs for the preparation of recommended performance design change specifications, engineering data, installation requirements and other technical documentation to support the upgrade, repair and/or modification of existing and capability expansion of facility/equipment testing capabilities and equipment. Procurement of any new equipment or systems, in support of existing and future test capabilities, shall be because the existing equipment and capability is determined Beyond Economical Repair (BER) or unable to meet mission requirements and a new purchase is the only way to meet the requirement. The purchase of any replacement equipment, materials and repairs or upgrades under this contract shall be limited to those required to meet the minimum requirements defined within the test plan or mission plan. Purchases will be limed by the following:

a. The purchase of equipment, materials, and repairs or upgrades, for routine, low cost consumables (i.e. gears, bearings, seals, filters, gaskets, connectors, cables, flow meters, miscellaneous repairs, calibration effort, etc.), which do not exceed $500, and are within the scope of the contract may be purchased without Government verification.

b. The purchase of equipment, materials and repairs, upgrades and services in excess of $500 but less than $10,000, and are within the scope of the contract, may be purchased by the Contractor after COR verification and written approval.

c. The purchase of equipment, materials and repairs, upgrades and services, in excess of $10,000 but less than $30,000 and are within the scope of the contract, may be purchased by the Contractor after AIR-4.4C verification and written approval.

d. The purchase of equipment, materials and repairs or upgrades, in excess of $30,000 will be referred to the Contracting Officer, via the COR, for determination of whether or not the work is within the contract scope to maintain or enhance existing facilities.

3.5.14 Support the Government during manufacturer design reviews; factory demonstrations, equipment acceptance tests and operator/maintenance/manual verification/validation efforts.

3.5.15 The Contractor shall install test facilities and equipment that have been purchased by the Government or the Contractor, in accordance with Paragraph 3.5.13 above. These installations shall be in accordance with equipment manuals, vendor instructions or Public Works Department Instructions which would be furnished as Government Furnished Information (GFI).

3.5.16 Support the development of test methods and procedures to facilitate the introduction of new/modified test equipment, standards and specifications.

3.5.17 Provide test facility maintenance and repair coordination for the Propulsion and Power Department. Duties shall include test facility maintenance as per the preventative maintenance plan including routine/daily test facilities inspections and any required corrective actions. Coordination with NAS Public Works (PW) for repair of equipment to maintain the required test conditions and ensure that PW maintenance activities are conducted without impact to test operations. Monitor all test equipment operation utilizing the Data Display Channel (DDC) system and adjusts set-points to provide test conditions to the appropriate test areas.

3.5.18 Conduct testing and evaluation utilizing AIR-4.4 Standard Work Packages (SWPs) and Standard Skills Packages (SSPs).

3.5.19 Conduct chemical analysis testing and reporting, including, but not limited to viscosity, flash point, heating value, density, foam, hydrogen content, surface tension, nitrogen content, tensile test, vapor pressure, water content, pour point test, sonic shear and peroxide content.

3.5.20 Conduct tests and analyze data from corrosion test apparatus, Spectroil Jr. spectrophotometer and Fiter Debris Analyzer (FDA); evaluate test results from high temperature deposition test, hot liquid process simulator, Ryder gear, Falex multi-specimen test, Rolls Royce Tribo test and others in support of the Lubricants Program.

3.5.21 Conduct tests in the Fuels and Lubricants areas including outside operations using the large fuel systems. Provide training to Contractor personnel to ensure safety when utilizing chemicals.

3.5.22 Perform electrical wiring and wiring system component qualification and other testing and in accordance with Government test acceptance criteria. The Contractor shall provide the test results to the Government. All determinations of technical acceptance or rejection will be made by the Government only.

3.5.23 Provide technical support for the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) and military (MIL) specifications for wiring and wiring components. Attend and participate in technical industry meetings, conferences, and planning meetings to provide interpretation for specifications and standards technical requirements. Provide a record of discussion items, action items, conclusions and recommendations to their respective Government technical team lead.

3.5.24 Provide technical support to propulsion and power facilities including facility preparation to conduct the testing; environmental temperature control; preparing instrumentation for testing and reporting status, data acquisition and data retention. Perform information management assurance for the data acquisition systems and ensure the quality of the data for facility/laboratory systems administrators.

3.5.25 Make changes and/or modify facilities, systems, equipment, instrumentation and hardware as per engineering drawings.

3.5.26 Dismantle, prepare and preserve facilities, systems, hardware and equipment that will be placed in long term storage. Provide and maintain a written record of stored items.

3.5.27 Start, set and adjust test operating conditions, monitor test performance and operation and shut down the test facility after testing is complete.

3.5.28 Trouble shoot facility, system, equipment and hardware performance problems; advising facilities engineering of problems and potential solutions.

3.5.29 Ship and/or transport test equipment and/or test articles.

3.5.30 Maintain and update the inventory of equipment, instrumentation and hardware in all test facilities areas.

3.5.31 Support the AIR-4.4 RDT&E network which is a data sharing and exchanging system in compliance with Navy and DoD data and system security requirements. The AIR-4.4 RDT&E network is not part of the Navy Marine Corp Intranet (NMCI). Maintain, upgrade and report the network, nodes, and peripheral equipment configuration management. Recommend technical refresh dates and recommend improvements covering facility software, and data security hardware and software. Respond to and provide solutions for system trouble calls.

3.5.32 Support RDT&E Network accreditation process by collecting data, documenting systems, scanning machines and preparing documents for accreditation application submission.

3.5.33 Provide a dedicated, journey level Systems Administrator to work on the Naval Power Avionic and Thermal (NPATH) Lab computer systems. Provide computer updates, ensure network connectivity and load software programs. Ensure the NPATH modeling and data acquisition systems are functional to support each test or analysis event.

3.5.34 Maintain, support and upgrade RDT&E hardware and software including the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), once functional and out of development, test area data acquisition systems, data processing systems, control systems, and displays.

The Contractor shall provide engineering, technical, operation, maintenance, equipment repair, improvements, capability improvements and calibration services for in-service/out-of-production support for fielded systems. This support of AIR-4.4 testing laboratories and test facilities is based on current and projected test requirements. Typical tasks include, but are not limited to:

3.6.1 Provide training for the proper and safe operation and maintenance of both new and existing test facilities and test equipment.

3.6.2 Review and provide recommendations for project test plans and the test request forms per the Test Plan Standard Work Package.

3.6.3 Support the preparation of specialized and non-standard project test plans, test requests and development of innovative test procedures.

3.6.4 Support the availability and proper operation of appropriate facilities, instrumentation and test apparatus for the conduct of test program objectives. This could include adaptation and modification of existing test equipment/facilities.

3.6.5 Provide recommendations to the Government Project Engineer for new instrumentation and wiring configurations based on test requirements.

3.6.6 Perform pre-test setup, operation, data collection, recording, and analysis functions to support routine, as well as specialized and non-standard testing.

3.6.7 Conduct tests and analyze test data to confirm the test data is within range in accordance with Government furnished specifications or approved test plans. If out of range, notify the test engineer in writing immediately.

3.6.8 Maintain documentation of all test programs. Documentation is to include a description of the systems and/or equipment that was evaluated; the laboratory equipment and instrumentation used to run the test; calibration data; pretest and post-test performance data and the daily event log. Provide test results with findings, conclusions and recommendations to the project engineer.

3.6.9 Prepare test facility and equipment preventive maintenance schedules and perform maintenance in accordance with equipment maintenance/operation manuals and military test specifications and standards as applicable. Provide the Government written recommendations for test facility or equipment repairs, upgrades, or replacement.

3.6.10 Repair test facilities and test equipment in accordance with local guidance, manufacturer’s manuals, and Standard Operating Procedures. Repairs shall be coordinated with other test operations to ensure minimal impact with other test operations.

3.6.11 Maintain all Contractor occupied or utilized spaces (office, laboratory area, equipment room) in a safe, orderly and clean manner.

3.6.12 Remain cognizant of advances in testing technology. This may include visits or telephone inquiries to other activities, agencies and equipment manufacturers for the purpose of evaluating and observing evolving test equipment technology. Provide recommendations to the Government technical lead to upgrade and modernize test facilities and equipment to enhance functionality of the test area, and reduce test cost.

3.6.13 The Contractor shall provide inputs for the preparation of recommended performance design change specifications, engineering data, installation requirements and other technical documentation to support the repair and/or modification of existing and capability expansion of facility/equipment testing capabilities and equipment. Procurement of any new equipment or systems, in support of existing and future test capabilities, shall be because the existing equipment and capability is determined Beyond Economical Repair (BER) or unable to meet mission requirements and a new purchase is the only way to meet the requirement. The purchase of any replacement equipment, materials and repairs or upgrades under this contract shall be limited to those required to meet the minimum requirements defined within the test plan or mission plan. Purchases will be limed by the following:

a. The purchase of equipment, materials, and repairs or upgrades, for routine, low cost consumables (i.e. gears, bearings, seals, filters, gaskets, connectors, cables, flow meters, miscellaneous repairs, calibration effort, etc.), which do not exceed $500, and are within the scope of the contract may be purchased without Government verification.

b. The purchase of equipment, materials and repairs, upgrades and services in excess of $500 but less than $10,000, and are within the scope of the contract, may be purchased by the Contractor after COR verification and written approval.

c. The purchase of equipment, materials and repairs, upgrades and services, in excess of $10,000 but less than $30,000 and are within the scope of the contract, may be purchased by the Contractor after AIR-4.4C verification and written approval.

d. The purchase of equipment, materials and repairs or upgrades, in excess of $30,000 will be referred to the Contracting Officer, via the COR, for determination of whether or not the work is within the contract scope to maintain or enhance existing facilities.

3.6.14 Support the Government during manufacturer design reviews; factory demonstrations, equipment acceptance tests and operator/maintenance/manual verification/validation efforts.

3.6.15 The Contractor shall install test facilities and equipment that have been purchased by the Government or the Contractor, in accordance with Paragraph 3.6.13 above. These installations shall be in accordance with equipment manuals, vendor instructions or Public Works Department Instructions which would be furnished as Government Furnished Information (GFI).

3.6.16 Support the development of test methods and procedures to facilitate the introduction of new/modified test equipment, standards and specifications.

3.6.17 Provide test facility maintenance and repair coordination for the Propulsion and Power Department. Duties shall include test facility maintenance as per the preventative maintenance plan including routine/daily test facilities inspections and any required corrective actions. Coordination with NAS Public Works (PW) for repair of equipment to maintain the required test conditions and ensure that PW maintenance activities are conducted without impact to test operations. Monitor all test equipment operation utilizing the Data Display Channel (DDC) system and adjusts set-points to provide test conditions to the appropriate test areas.

3.6.18 Conduct testing and evaluation utilizing AIR-4.4 Standard Work Packages (SWPs) and Standard Skills Packages (SSPs).

3.6.19 Conduct chemical analysis testing and reporting, including, but not limited to viscosity, flash point, heating value, density, foam, hydrogen content, surface tension, nitrogen content, tensile test, vapor pressure, water content, pour point test, sonic shear and peroxide content.

3.6.20 Conduct tests and analyze data from corrosion test apparatus, Spectroil Jr. spectrophotometer and Fiter Debris Analyzer (FDA); evaluate test results from high temperature deposition test, hot liquid process simulator, Ryder gear, Falex multi-specimen test, Rolls Royce Tribo test and others in support of the Lubricants Program.

3.6.21 Conduct tests in the Fuels and Lubricants areas including outside operations using the large fuel systems. Provide training to Contractor personnel to ensure safety when utilizing chemicals.

3.6.22 Perform electrical wiring and wiring system component qualification and other testing and in accordance with Government test acceptance criteria. The Contractor shall provide the test results to the Government. All determinations of technical acceptance or rejection will be made by the Government only.

3.6.23 Provide technical support for the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) and military (MIL) specifications for wiring and wiring components. Attend and participate in technical industry meetings, conferences, and planning meetings to provide interpretation for specifications and standards technical requirements. Provide a record of discussion items, action items, conclusions and recommendations to their respective Government technical team lead.

3.6.24 Provide technical support to propulsion and power facilities including facility preparation to conduct the testing; environmental temperature control; preparing instrumentation for testing and reporting status, data acquisition and data retention. Perform information management assurance for the data acquisition systems and ensure the quality of the data for facility/laboratory systems administrators.

3.6.25 Make changes and/or modify facilities, systems, equipment, instrumentation and hardware as per engineering drawings.

3.6.26 Dismantle, prepare and preserve facilities, systems, hardware and equipment that will be placed in long term storage. Provide and maintain a written record of stored items.

3.6.27 Start, set and adjust test operating conditions, monitor test performance and operation and shut down the test facility after testing is complete.

3.6.28 Trouble shoot facility, system, equipment and hardware performance problems; advising facilities engineering of problems and potential solutions.

3.6.29 Ship and/or transport test equipment and/or test articles.

3.6.30 Maintain and update the inventory of equipment, instrumentation and hardware in all test facilities areas.

3.6.31 Support the AIR-4.4 RDT&E network which is a data sharing and exchanging system in compliance with Navy and DoD data and system security requirements. The AIR-4.4 RDT&E network is not part of the Navy Marine Corp Intranet (NMCI). Maintain, upgrade and report the network, nodes, and peripheral equipment configuration management. Recommend technical refresh dates and recommend improvements covering facility software, and data security hardware and software. Respond to and provide solutions for system trouble calls.

3.6.32 Support RDT&E Network accreditation process by collecting data, documenting systems, scanning machines and preparing documents for accreditation application submission.

3.6.33 Provide a dedicated, journey level Systems Administrator to work on the Naval Power Avionic and Thermal (NPATH) Lab computer systems. Provide computer updates, ensure network connectivity and load software programs. Ensure the NPATH modeling and data acquisition systems are functional to support each test or analysis event.

3.6.34 Maintain, support and upgrade RDT&E hardware and software including the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), once functional and out of development, test area data acquisition systems, data processing systems, control systems, and displays.

The Contractor shall provide engineering and technical support, equipment repair, equipment upgrades, improvements, capability improvements and calibration services in support of AIR-4.4 testing laboratories and test facilities based on current and projected test requirements in support of acquiring and initially deploying production systems. Typical tasks include, but are not limited to:

3.7.1 Provide training for the proper and safe operation and maintenance of both new and existing test facilities and test equipment.

3.7.2 Review and provide recommendations for project test plans and the test request forms per the Test Plan Standard Work Package.

3.7.3 Support the preparation of specialized and non-standard project test plans, test requests and development of innovative test procedures.

3.7.4 Support the availability and proper operation of appropriate facilities, instrumentation and test apparatus for the conduct of test program objectives. This could include adaptation and modification of existing test equipment/facilities.

3.7.5 Provide recommendations to the Government Project Engineer for new instrumentation and wiring configurations based on test requirements.

3.7.6 Perform pre-test setup, operation, data collection, recording, and analysis functions to support routine, as well as specialized and non-standard testing.

3.7.7 Conduct tests and analyze test data to confirm the test data is within range in accordance with Government furnished specifications or approved test plans. If out of range, notify the test engineer in writing immediately.

3.7.8 Maintain documentation of all test programs. Documentation is to include a description of the systems and/or equipment that was evaluated; the laboratory equipment and instrumentation used to run the test; calibration data; pretest and post-test performance data and the daily event log. Provide test results with findings, conclusions and recommendations to the project engineer.

3.7.9 Prepare test facility and equipment preventive maintenance schedules and perform maintenance in accordance with equipment…