PWS_DRAFT_N00421_17_R-0036_for_CAS_ARSS.pdf

Contracted Air Services

Airborne Range Support Services (ARSS)

Performance Work Statement

N00421-17-R-0036

Draft

1.0 SCOPE

Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) PMA-226 Contracted Air Services (CAS) provides Contractor owned and

Contractor operated aircraft to the Department of Defense (DoD). The primary mission of Airborne Range Support

Services (ARSS) is to provide Range Surveillance and Clearance (RS&C) and Airborne Telemetry to support a variety of testing. This testing consists of subsurface, surface, and air testing with a number of multi-service projects for the Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E) community at Pacific Missile Range Facility

(PMRF), HI, other DoD Ranges such as the Point Mugu Sea Range (PMSR), CA., and Eglin Air Force Base (AFB), Test & Training Complex, FL.

The ordering period of the contract is five (5) years from the date of contract award.

For clarity, all references to the Federal Aviation Regulation in this Performance Work Statement (PWS) will be by reference to Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and abbreviated with the acronym “14 CFR”. All references to the Federal Acquisition Regulation will be abbreviated with the acronym “FAR”. When the requirements of this PWS exceed the minimum requirements of 14 CFR, this PWS takes precedence. Definitions are contained in 14 CFR Part 1, which are derived from the 14 CFR and Defense Contract Management Agency

(DCMA) INST 8210.1C Change 1, and apply to all situations and conditions relating to flight operations, aircraft maintenance, and flight crew certifications and qualifications.

2.0 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

a) Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR)

b) NAVAIRINST 3700.4A Safe For Flight Operations Certification

c) Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Advisory Circular 00-1.1A Public Aircraft Operations

d) FAA Advisory Circular 91-91 Maintaining Public Aircraft (PAO)

e) FAA Order 8300.16

f) DCMA INST 8210.1C Change 1, (NAVAIRINST 3710.1G)

g) DoD 5220.22-M National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM)

h) 32 CFR 766 Use of Department of the Navy Aviation Facilities by Civil Aircraft

i) Air Force Instruction (AFI) 10-1001 Civil Aircraft Landing Permits

j) Air Force Instruction (AFI) 10-1002 Agreement for Civil Aircraft Use of Air Force Airfields

k) Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 31.2 Contracts with Commercial Organizations

l) Commander, Naval Air Forces (CNAF) M-3710.7 Series – NATOPS General Flight and Operating

Instructions

m) NAVAIRINST 13034.1F – Flight Clearance Policy for Air Vehicles and Aircraft Systems

n) DoD 5500.7R Joint Ethics Regulation (JER)

o) DoD Directive 5030.61 DoD Airworthiness Policy

p) Department of Defense Manual (DoDM) 5200.01 - DoD Information Security Program: Overview, Classification, and Declassification

q) Department of Defense Directive (DoDD) 5200.45 – Instructions for Developing Security Classification

Guides

r) NAVAIRINST 3960.4C Project Test Plan Policy for Testing Air Vehicles, Air Vehicle Weapons, and Air

Vehicle Installed Systems.

Performance Work Statement

3.0 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

3.1 Range Clearing Requirements

3.1.1 Simultaneous Presentations Required– see table below:

Mission Simultaneous Presentations

Range Clearance and Surveillance Flights Two (2)

Table 3-1

3.1.2 Pacific Missile Range Facility (PMRF) Aircraft Specifications and Requirements

The Contractor shall provide range clearing for DoD ranges. This tasking is an extremely high priority as it involves the safety of military, commercial, and private surface ships/vessels.

The Contractor shall provide aircraft, equipment, personnel, materials, travel, per diem, and other ground and flight costs except as provided herein.

The Contractor will receive an in-depth briefing and schedule upon arrival at the tasked agencies site from the

Range Control Officer (RCO).

The Contractor shall coordinate with the RCO for guidance and any additional actions.

The Contractor shall base aircraft at the contractor’s facility, unless otherwise specified in this PWS (see paragraph

3.1.3).

The Contractor shall ferry the aircraft to and from mission location.

The Contractor shall during missions, make voice communication contact with surface vessel, if voice communication is unsuccessful, the range clearing aircraft will descend to make a visual identification and transmit the identification information back to the RCO.

The flight operations required by Range Clearing tasking are planned to be Civil Aircraft operations and should be conducted within the 14 CFR however; the Contractor may be required to operate in “Public Aircraft Operations

(PAO)” status depending on the mission. The contractor shall abide by the FAA “Public Use” notification procedures when PAO is required.

Number of Aircraft Minimum of two (2)

Take off-to-Land time Minimum of six (6) hours

Altitude Operate between 5,000 ft and 25,000 ft Mean Sea level (MSL) (optimal altitude that allows the radar system to provide radar sweeps out to 80 Nautical

Miles (NM), up to 160 NM wide area)

Aircraft range minimum 2,000 NM, ability to transit between CONUS and

Hawaii

Airspeed 250-350 Knots Table 3-2 Aircraft Performance Requirements

Performance Work Statement

The Contractor shall ensure aircraft with radar and communication systems will be used to clear the over water range at PMRF of approximately 640,000 square miles, and other areas as tasked.

3.1.2.1 PMRF Radar Specifications and Requirements

Airborne Radar Search and Detect

Range Coverage 80 NM wide sweep providing a 160 NM swath of coverage

Minimum Detection Specifications Capable of detecting a 30 sq. meter vessel from 50 miles away and a 150 sq. meter vessel from 80 miles away Table 3-3

3.1.2.2 PMRF Aircraft Requirements (Per Aircraft)

The Contractor shall ensure aircraft configuration includes:

• One (1) each Very High Frequency (VHF) radios

• One (1) each Ultra High Frequency (UHF) radios

• One (1) each UHF and VHF backup (can be single dual band radios)

• Two (2) each High Frequency (HF) radio

• One (1) each Frequency Modulation (FM) Maritime radio

• One (1) each aircraft Global Positioning System (GPS)

• One (1) each Automatic Identification System (AIS)

3.1.2.3 PMRF Government Furnished Property (GFP)

The Contractor shall install and remove GFP from aircraft for those Task Orders (TO) identified at the TO level:

• Antenna mounted on lower fuselage: Receive Antenna operating at 433 MHz

• Large Area Tracking Range (LATR) unit system

• Weight: 39 lbs.

• Measurements: 20”L x 17”W x 16”H

• Power Requirement: 5 Amps Pin “A” RTN/Pin “B” 28VDC

• Power Connector Part Number: MS3106F16-11P

• RF Connector: Threaded Neil-Connection (TNC)

• GNSS (GPS) Connector: TNC

• Antenna

If aircraft has an onboard GPS system and can split the signal, one UHF antenna will be issued

If aircraft does not have onboard GPS system, UHF and GPS antennas will be issued

• Carry on PMRF Iridium GPS (PIGS)

• Model 9601-DGS-LP, combined Antenna/Batter Pack Model SN-LI-2AH

• Two Kwik Tec STD-6C Suction Cup Tie Downs

• Automatic Communication Airborne Transfer (AUTOCAT) Relay System

The Contractor shall install and remove additional GFP identified at the task order level. The Contractor shall ensure that GFP systems are installed and maintained in accordance with the aircraft’s airframe, engine, and avionics manufacturer’s specification.

Performance Work Statement

3.1.3 Point Mugu Sea Range (PMSR) Aircraft Specification and Requirements for Outer and Inner Sea

Range (Figure 1)

Attribute Threshold Objective

Aircraft One (1) aircraft meeting Inner Sea Range requirements

Basing: Aircraft will be based at least 50 NM from Point Mugu.

Point Mugu will provide ramp space only.

Response time to scheduling 24 hours

Availability 95% 100%

Ceiling/Visibility Minimums for

Operation

200ft/0.5mi

Pounce Capability (note 3 below) No Yes

Telemetry Capability in Support of

Tomahawk Missile

No Yes

UHF Radio Yes

Maritime VHF Radio Yes

SATCOM No Yes

Vessel Classification No Yes

Range Certification flight

Complete (see paragraph 3.1.3.5)

Yes

Table 3-4 Notes for Table 3-4:

1. Range Certification consists of two (2) four-hour flights for each aircraft configuration. The first flight can be completed at any time of the year and will result in a temporary certification which will allow the aircraft to be scheduled for PMSR operations. The second flight will be scheduled during the time of the year when sea states (the degree of turbulence at sea, generally measured on a scale of 0 to 9 according to average wave height) are typically at 4. If the offeror has more than one aircraft that are the same model with the same model radar installed, then only the first flight is required (confirm similar performance) as long as one of the other aircraft has completed the second flight.

2. Persistence is the duration to continuously surveil an area with one or more assets.

3. Pounce capability is defined as a decent to 200 ft. AGL during the search to visually identify and/or gain vessel attention, due to lack of radio response, for clearance.

3.1.3.1 Inner Sea Range (Purple shaded area – Figure 1)

Takeoff/Landing Crosswind Limits 15kts 30kts

Persistence 4 hrs. 6 hrs.

HF Radio No Yes

Automatic Identification System No Yes

Table 3-5

3.1.3.2 PMSR Radar specifications and requirements for Outer and Inner Sea Range

Probability of Detection (First pass) 90%

Positional Accuracy of Track at pupillary (PD) Range

0.5 NMi

Table 3-6

3.1.3.3 Inner Sea Range

Performance Work Statement

Target detection 3 m2

PD Range 15 NMi 25 Nmi

Sea State 3

Surveillance Rate 2,000 Nmi2/hr 4,000 Nmi2/hr Table 3-7

3.1.3.4 Outer Sea Range

Target detection 10 m2

PD Range 30 NMi 50 NMi

Sea State 3 4

Surveillance Rate 8,000 NMi2/hr 12,000 NMi2/hr Table 3-8

Figure 1

Performance Work Statement

3.1.3.5 PMSR Certification

Certification flights will be covered under a test plan in accordance with NAVAIRINST 3960.4C. The Range

Support Aircraft (RSA) Lead Test Engineer (LTE) will write the test plan and make all the necessary coordination with the Sea Range and Targets to support the certification flights. The objective of the certification flights is to evaluate the surveillance radar using a target boat that would represent a typical small boat transiting the sea range.

The aircraft will be tasked to locate contacts within the hazard pattern within the inner sea range using standard surveillance techniques of parallel (or creeping) lines (5, 10, 15, or 20 NM separations (radar dependent)) as well as race track profiles against a surface target at beam, bow, and stern positions, at various altitudes. Aircraft and surface target positional data will be collected. The evaluation will consist of a single flight conducted in W-289 near Point Mugu. The flight will be conducted against the High speed Maneuverable Seaborne Target/High Speed

Maneuverable Surface Target (HSMST) and Targets of Opportunity (TOO) real world surface targets to evaluate the performance under operational conditions.

Performance Work Statement

Figure 2 Hazard Patten (Surface Target Location)

Coordinate of center of hazard pattern circle: 33.62N, -119.63W

Radius of hazard pattern: 15 NM

3.2 Telemetry Tomahawk

3.2.1 Requirements

Mission Simultaneous Presentations

Telemetry Flights for Tomahawk One (1) Table 3-9

Performance Work Statement

The Contractor shall provide an aircraft to support Telemetry (TM) events utilizing a GFP TM system. The

Contractor shall ensure the aircraft is capable of detecting, tracking, recording, and retransmitting the TM stream from a long-range, all-weather, subsonic cruise missile. The Contractor shall provide aircraft, equipment, personnel, materials, travel, per diem, and other ground and flight costs except as provided herein. The Contractor shall receive an in-depth briefing and schedule upon arrival at the tasked agencies site from the Range Control Officer (RCO).

The Contractor shall coordinate with the RCO for guidance and any additional actions.

The Contractor shall base aircraft at the contractor’s facility unless otherwise specified in this PWS.

The Contractor shall ferry the aircraft to and from mission location.

The TM flight operations are planned to be Civil Aircraft operations and shall be conducted in accordance with 14

CFR; however, the Contractor may be required to operate in “Public Aircraft Operations (PAO)” status depending on the mission. The Contractor shall abide by the FAA “Public Use” notification procedures when PAO is required.

The Contractor shall ensure the aircraft will be able to communicate directly with the Navy Test Conductor on the primary test conduct frequency.

The Contractor shall ensure the aircraft will be capable of maintaining proper situational awareness during a mission to ensure de-confliction with chase aircraft and proper positioning to support its TM relay function.

Performance Requirements

Telemetry Stream S-band frequency, Pulse Code Modulation/Frequency Modulation (PCM/FM), with a data rate of at least 2.5 Megabits per second (Mbps) transmitted from a 5 watt transmitter on the missile

Bit Error Rate (BER) 1E-6 or better

Range 5 NM or greater

Geometry TM TM from a missile transiting from the Florida Keys to Eglin AFB, FL at 0.75M and

15,000 feet MSL can be relayed to TM receivers at Homestead AFB or Cape San

Blas, FL for the entire transit

Reradiate Signal/Altitude Reradiate a signal emanating from the surface for submarine-launched long-range, all-weather, and subsonic cruise missile. The Contractor shall ensure an altitude of at least 38K feet.

Time on Station 4 hours

Power 115VAC Mission Power to power the airborne telemetry system equipment.

Table 3-10

The Contractor shall ensure Telemetry aircraft configuration includes:

• One (1) each Very High Frequency (VHF) radios

• One (1) each Ultra High Frequency (UHF) radios

• One (1) each UHF and VHF backup (can be single dual band radios)

• Two (2) each High Frequency (HF) radio

• One (1) each aircraft Global Positioning System (GPS)

The Contractor shall ensure the Telemetry aircraft will be able to accommodate the following GFP:

• Raytheon Ktech Airborne Telemetry System

• Airborne pedestal

• Array antennas (L band and S band)

• Antenna Control Unit (ACU)

• Three (3) nineteen inch (19’) telemetry equipment racks

Performance Work Statement

• Three (3) TM operator seats for one (1) Ktech operator, one (1) Receiver operator, one (1) Recorder operator

• Carry on PMRF Iridium GPS (PIGS)

• Model 9601-DGS-LP, combined Antenna/Batter Pack Model SN-LI-2AH

• Two Kwik Tec STD-6C Suction Cup Tie Downs

3.3 Typical Mission Profiles

3.3.1 Range Clearing PMRF

The following is an example of a PMRF Test Exercise tasking:

Day 1 Depart contractor’s facility and ferry the aircraft to PMRF Barking Sands, Kauai.

Day 2 Attend test exercise briefing/scheduling meeting

Day 3 No-Fly/Standby

Day 4 Fly mission rehearsal flight

Day 5 No-Fly/Standby

Day 6 No-Fly/Standby

Day 7 Fly range clearing mission

Day 8 No-Fly/Standby

Day 9 Back up flight date

Day 10 Back up flight date

Day 11 Return to contractor’s facility

3.3.2 Range Clearing PMSR

3.3.2.1 Medium duration mission profile (estimated 20% of the time)

• Duration: 4-6 hours surveilling and clearing the hazard area (referenced as red hatched area in figure 2)

• Number of aircraft: One. Size of the hazard area may require two.

3.3.2.2 Max duration mission profile (estimated 60% of the time)

• Duration: 6-10 hours surveilling and clearing the hazard area (referenced as yellow hatched area in figure 2)

• Number of aircraft: Two (2)

3.3.2.3 Short duration mission profile (estimated 20% of the time)

• Duration: 2-4 hour surveilling and clearing the hazard area

• Number of aircraft: One (1)

Performance Work Statement

Figure 2

3.4 Aircraft Certification, Maintenance Practices and Operating Procedures

Contractor owned and operated aircraft provided to the Department of the Navy (DoN) under this contract shall be certified, maintained and operated in accordance with 14 CFR and their Navy Airworthiness Certification, with particular attention to the following areas:

FAA AC 91-91 – Maintaining Public Aircraft

Part 21 – Certification Procedures for Products and Parts

Part 43 – Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, Rebuilding and Alteration

Part 91 – General Operating and Flight Rules

3.4.1 FAA Airworthiness Certification

All aircraft used under this contract shall possess a current FAA Airworthiness Certificate. A copy of the airworthiness certificates shall be available for inspection (CDRL A001). All Airworthiness Directives must be complied within the prescribed time frame, and service bulletins must be evaluated for applicable action.

Performance Work Statement

3.4.1.1 FAA Standard Certificates

For aircraft with Standard Certificates, the aircraft shall be maintained in accordance with Parts 21, 43, and 91. The

Contractor shall secure FAA approval for each change to the configuration that is not defined in the aircraft’s

Airworthiness Certificate before the change is used in support of this contract. For each such modification, whether internal or related to the carriage of external stores, or external mold line, the Contractor shall secure and make available for review, valid FAA-approved data (CDRL A001). It is recognized that some modifications relate to powered systems that the FAA will certify for captive carriage only.

3.4.1.2 FAA Special Certificates

For aircraft with Special Certificates, the Contractor shall provide the Program Letter submitted to the FAA for application of the airworthiness certificate used in support of this contract or latest Program Letter associated with the current airworthiness certificate. Under this certificate the aircraft shall be maintained in accordance with the

Operating Limitations issued as part of that certificate. For each aircraft modification whether internal or related to the carriage of external stores, or external mold line, the Contractor shall secure and make available for review, a valid FAA airworthiness certification, and associated Operating Limitations (CDRL A001), before the modification is used in support of this contract. Where the modification is a Major Change (defined by 14 CFR 21.93), the

Contractor shall also provide the Program Letter and secure the FAA's determination regarding the need for new or amended operating limitations. It is recognized that some modifications relate to powered systems that the FAA will certify for captive carriage only which will require further certification under a U.S. Navy Interim Flight

Clearance (IFC).

3.4.1.3 Aircraft Modifications

All major alterations incorporated before contract award shall have sufficient data to determine that the equipment or provisions for the equipment meet the applicable civil, Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Military

Standard (MIL-STD), or some other recognized engineering substantiation data, for the type of aircraft concerned.

For Type Certificated aircraft, if this data references FAA regulations as the standard, then the Contractor shall provide Approved Data as defined in the FAA Order 8300.16 for any Major Alteration or Major repair. Major alterations to aircraft with Standard Airworthiness Certificates shall have been certified as airworthy and properly documented using FAA Form 337 signed in blocks six (6) (Conformity) and seven (7) (Return to Service) by persons authorized under 14 CFR § 43, and citing FAA Approval Data. Unless directed otherwise by the

Government, the Contractor shall remove any major alteration incorporated before contract award that was not certified as airworthy by an appropriately rated FAA certified mechanic, aircraft manufacturer or repair station. Any major aircraft alterations (as defined in 14 CFR) performed after contract award, including alterations directed by the Government, shall have been certified as airworthy and, when applicable for aircraft with Standard airworthiness certificates properly documented using FAA Form 337 signed in blocks six (6) (Conformity) and seven (7) (Return to Service) by persons authorized under 14 CFR 43, and citing the FAA Approved Data (defined in FAA Order

8300.16) in block eight (8) and an accompanying aircraft maintenance record entry. This applies to all aspects of the aircraft alteration to include cabin interior arrangement, electrical modifications, mechanical modifications, tie-downs, and antennas, as appropriate. In all cases, the United States Navy (USN) will determine if the documentation provided is sufficient to substantiate the completed or proposed modification.

3.4.2 Navy Airworthiness Certification

All aircraft performing Public Aircraft Operations under this contract will require an IFC, see NAVAIRINST

13034.1. In support of the IFC process, the Contractor shall make available for Government review records documenting the airworthiness of the aircraft and aircraft modifications, including but not limited to, Statements of Compliance with Airworthiness Standards (FAA form 8110-3), Major Repair and Alteration records (FAA form 337), Flight Manuals and Flight Manual Supplements, Instructions for Continuing Airworthiness, Supplemental Type Certificates (STC), etc. Data Deliverable required under (CDRL A001).

Performance Work Statement

3.4.3 Policy and Procedures

A. The Contractor’s management policy and procedures shall ensure that contract execution and quality control are effective and in continuous compliance with 14 CFR and all contractual requirements (CDRL A002).

The Contractor’s policies and procedures shall require periodic management review of the quality system to ensure effective development, implementation, and execution of processes, systems, and requirements for support of and compliance with all contractual requirements. The Contractor shall develop and execute a specific written management plan to address all ground and flight operations items (CDRL A001). The Contractor shall not begin flight operations until the procedures have been approved in writing by the CAS Government Flight Representative

(GFR). The Contractor shall be responsible for writing, implementing, and enforcing their procedures and for identifying and correcting deficiencies. The procedures shall describe aircraft ground and flight operations required at all operating facilities. DCMA Instruction 8210.1, Change 1 Chapter 3 shall be used as guidance in developing the written procedures. If the Contractor references documents, such as existing Contractor procedures, and operating instructions in these procedures, the referenced documents shall be made readily available for review and the applicable portions will become part of the GFR approval process. If the Contractor possesses a 14 CFR Part

121, 125, or 135 operating certificate, the associated FAA-approved procedures may be used to satisfy the applicable portions of the Ground and Flight Operations Procedures (GOPs/FOPs). The Contractor shall make those procedures available for Government review upon request.

B. The Contractor shall comply with their GFR approved Ground and Flight Operations Procedures and shall be responsible for identifying and correcting deficiencies for both Contractor and Subcontractor operations.

The Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring its subcontractors’ aircraft operations under this contract are safe and effective, and are responsible for ensuring its subcontractors have GFR approved procedures in place to meet these requirements.

C. A CAS GFR or designated representative will perform a biannual inspection of the Contractor’s operations. The purpose of these inspections is to evaluate the effectiveness of the Contractor’s Ground and Flight

Operations Procedures and their compliance with those procedures. A CAS GFR may conduct unscheduled inspections at any time during the Contractor’s normal business day for the duration of the contract.

D. Standard operating instructions references are discussed below.

3.4.3.1 Contractor Procedures

The Contractor shall develop specific written Procedures for all flight and ground operations as required by this

PWS. The Contractor is responsible for writing, implementing and enforcing its Procedures, and identifying and correcting deficiencies. The Procedures shall:

A. Provide specific guidance describing activities and requirements of this PWS pertaining to safety, and flight and ground operations applicable to this contract;

B. Describe in detail how the contractor ensures that individuals perform only duties they are qualified and authorized to perform;

C. Adequately explain all aspects of a given operation to include the purpose, scope, and steps to accomplish the task;

D. Identify the office/title of individual responsible;

E. Include requirements to verify the successful completion of the procedure, when appropriate.

F. Be approved by the GFR.

Performance Work Statement

3.4.3.2 Ground Operating Procedures (GOPs)

The Contractor shall establish and maintain Ground Operating Procedures (GOPs) that conform to the following

(CDRL A001):

14 CFR, § 43 Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, Rebuilding, and Alteration

8210.1C, Change 1 Para 5.1 Ground Operations Procedures

8210.1C, Change 1 Para 5.2.1 Master Training Plan

8210.1C, Change 1 Para 5.2.2 Training, Qualification, Certification, and Training Records

8210.1C, Change 1 Para 5.2.2.1 Initial/Recurring Currency of Employees

8210.1C, Change 1 Para 5.2.2.2 Record of Successful Course Completion

8210.1C, Change 1 Para 5.2.2.4 Other Certifications as Appropriate

8210.1C, Change 1 Para 5.3.1 Foreign Object Damage (FOD) and Tool Control Program

8210.1C, Change 1 Para 5.12.1 Aircraft/Equipment Hydraulic Fluid Analysis Program

8210.1C, Change 1 Para 5.15 Weight and Balance

8210.1C, Change 1 Para 5.19 Technical Orders/Maintenance Manuals

8210.1C, Change 1 Para 5.20 Aircraft Records Management

8210.1C, Change 1 Para 5.21 Safe-for-Flight Release

3.4.3.3 Flight Operating Procedures (FOPs)

The Contractor shall establish standard FOPs; provide them to the GFR for review and approval (CDRL A001).

Procedures must be up to date, reflect the current scope of operations, and be clearly understood by Contractor employees. To ensure a safe, effective flight operations program, the Contractor shall abide by following, when appropriate:

14 CFR, § 135.267 Flight Time Limitations and Rest Requirements: Unscheduled for One and Two-Pilot Crews.

14 CFR, § 61.56 Flight Review.

14 CFR, § 61.57 Recent Flight Experience: Pilot in Command.

14 CFR, § 91.509 Survival Equipment for Overwater Operations.

14 CFR, § 61.55 Second-in-Command Qualifications.

8210.1C, Change 1 Para 4.1.5 Contractor Flight Approval

8210.1C, Change 1 Para 4.1.7 Approved Flights

8210.1C, Change 1 Para 4.1.9.3 Maintenance Release Procedures

8210.1C, Change 1 Para 4.1.10 Documentation of Certificates, Licenses, and Permits

8210.1C, Change 1 Para 4.1.9.3 Aircraft Maintenance Release Procedures

8210.1C, Change 1 Para 4.1.13 Aircrew Duty and Rest Limitations

8210.1C, Change 1 Para 4.2.1 Contractor’s Requesting Official

8210.1C, Change 1 Para 4.4.11 Response to Emergencies

8210.1C, Change 1 Para 4.5.2.1 General requirements

8210.1C, Change 1 Para 4.8.7 Access to Records

3.5 Contract Line Item Number (CLINs) Descriptions

3.5.1 Range Clearing Mission Cost (CLIN 0001)

This CLIN covers range clearing flight mission costs associated with obtaining, maintaining, inspecting, and flying aircraft; costs for GFP install/uninstall; aircrew costs and associated overhead.

3.5.2 Telemetry Mission Cost Tomahawk (CLIN 0002)

Performance Work Statement

This CLIN covers telemetry support flight mission costs associated with obtaining, maintain, inspecting and flying aircraft; cost for GFP install/uninstall; aircrew costs and associated overhead.

3.5.3 Ferry Flight Cost (CLIN 0003)

This CLIN covers costs for ferrying aircraft to and from mission locations. It shall encompass all costs associated with obtaining, maintaining, inspecting, and flying aircraft; aircrew costs and associated overhead.

3.5.4 No Fly/Standby Days (CLIN 0004)

This CLIN covers costs for deployed aircrew during mission dates when no flight operations are flown during any calendar day.

3.5.5 Travel/Material/ODC (CLIN 0005)

This CLIN covers travel costs, and material cost, including travel cost associated with mission and crew briefings;

GFP repair and replacement costs; airport fees and other costs.

3.5.6 Advanced Technology Modifications (CLIN 0006)

In the event of Advanced Technology Modifications, the Contractor shall be required to provide advanced technology capabilities for training purposes. These capabilities will include, but are not limited to: advance radar, electronic warfare, target modifications and or alternate type model series aircraft. The use of this CLIN requires prior Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) written approval.

The Government will allow up to 180 days after contract award for initial aircraft modifications. The contractor may be required to perform aircraft modifications such as internal/external modifications, special provisioning, antenna mounting, etc. Final modifications are approved by signed FAA Form 8110-3 and FAA Form 337. The price for these services shall be negotiated and then reimbursed at cost plus fixed fee.

3.5.7 Administrative/Technical Data (CLIN 0007)

The Contractor shall provide technical and administrative data in accordance with Section C and Contract Data

Requirements List (CDRL), Exhibit A. This CLIN is not separately priced.

CDRL A001 - Airworthiness and Related Substantiation Data

CDRL A002 - Management Plan and Standard Operation Procedures

CDRL A003 - Fuel Chit Report

CDRL A004 - Contractor’s Progress, Status and Management Report

CDRL A005 - Status of Government Furnished Property

CDRL A006 – Operations Security (OPSEC) Plan

4.0 OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

4.1 Mission Planning (Processing and Dissemination)

Under the Commander, Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIRSYSCOM), Program Manager Air 226 (PMA—

226) is the overall CAS Program Manager. Depending on the mission and the customer, PMA-226 will designate

Scheduling Officers (SO) to execute administrative tasks such as mission scheduling and coordination, and invoice certification. The Contractor Representative (CR) shall coordinate with the SO on all formal requests for services to determine feasibility of support, associated cost of support, implications of support on other scheduled or potentially scheduled mission and any other necessary details requiring coordination.

Performance Work Statement

Notwithstanding other directives of this PWS, flight operations may be scheduled at any time, 24 hours a day/seven days a week, subject to a minimum mission flight time. The Contractor shall provide a CR to contact, to cover scheduling 24 hours per day/seven days a week. Scheduled and planned maintenance requirements that will preclude availability of any aircraft should be coordinated as far in advance as possible so that supportable commitments can be adjusted. As soon as it is determined that missions cannot be met, the Contractor shall inform the Government if any aircraft are not able to meet assigned or future missions, via email or phone to the

Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).

4.1.1 SO Communications with Contractor

A. The designated SO for all PMA-226 Task Orders is located in Patuxent River, MD.

B. The SO and CR will communicate as often as required to develop the short range and long range schedule. This scheduling should include planned operations using Standard Mission Support Personnel.

C. If an additional, unscheduled mission is tasked and there are no aircraft currently in an operational status with pilots, the Government will give the Contractor as much advance notice as possible for additional tasking before cancelling the event. Notwithstanding other directives of this PWS, the Contractor shall be able to dispatch aircraft within 14 days of formal notification of tasking before being considered unable to meet tasking.

D. The Government may or may not order flight services on any given day of detachment operations.

4.1.2 Authorization of Flight Operations

All flight operations must be authorized through the SO or as designated in a task order.

4.1.3 Released By the Government

When all flights for detachment operations have been completed, the SO will notify the CR, in writing, that the deployment is complete. Following this notification, the CR shall complete and implement arrangements to return the aircraft, personnel, and equipment to the home base.

4.2 Mission and Contract Coordination (Operational Reporting)

4.2.1 Meetings and Communications

4.2.1.1 Post-Award Conference (PAC)

The Contractor shall attend a Post-award Conference with the Government no later than 30 days after contract award at Patuxent River, Maryland or other CONUS location as determined by the Government to include contracts and management personnel. The PAC will cover the topics as set forth in FAR Subpart 42.5.

4.2.1.2 Program Management Reviews (PMR)

The Contractor shall participate in Program Management Reviews (PMR) on a semi-annual basis at Cherry Point, North Carolina, the Contractor’s facility, or other locations as directed by the COR.

The contractor shall attend with no more than two (2) contractor personnel unless prior approval for additional personnel is obtained from the COR all PMR’s and make a presentation consisting of the following:

Overview of the work accomplished to date or since last review, the projected plan of action for completion of contract effort, and hand out material documenting presentations.

Identification and discussion of problems encountered, if any, and action taken to resolve the problem.

Identification and discussion of problems anticipated and the contractor’s plan of action for mitigation.

Experience working as a team with other CAS Contractors and the Government, identifying successes and areas needing improvements.

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4.2.1.3 Scheduled Maintenance Requirements

The Contractor shall coordinate with the SOs and COR no less than once per month to discuss requirements and identify potential aircraft scheduled maintenance. No special scheduling arrangements or considerations will be made to meet the Contractor’s maintenance requirements.

4.2.1.4 Accidents and Incident Reporting

The Contractor shall report all aircraft accidents and incidents in accordance with their Mishap Response Plan

(MRP) (CDRL A002). After contacting the local base Commanding Officer, Safety Officer and Operations Officer, the Contractor shall immediately contact the PMA-226 representative. Do not leave messages. Call until you make contact with a PMA-226 Representative. PMA-226 Incident Reporting Phone Numbers will be provided at award.

4.2.1.5 Waiver Requests

Each aircraft used in the performance of this contract shall be operated and maintained in accordance with 14 CFR and its Navy Flight Clearance. If for any reason a contract requirement cannot be met, the Contractor shall notify the Procuring Contracting Officer (PCO), COR and CAS GFR, and submit a contract waiver request prior to conducting those operations, citing the specific requirement that cannot be adhered to.

4.2.2 Fixed Rate Work Tasks

4.2.2.1 Fuel

This is a “dry” contract. The Government will provide access to fuel at U.S. Government bases and civil fields. The

Government will provide appropriate fuel cards for each of the Contractor’s aircraft. All fuel purchased by the

Contractor shall be obtained from a military base whenever possible. Whenever “into plane” (Government rate) fuel needs to be obtained from a civilian airport, the Contractor shall record the circumstances and justification.

Commercial non “into plane” fuel should only be used in extreme cases with the SO or COR advance approval.

The Contractor shall not use any Government provided fuel for any flight other than those scheduled under this contract.

The Contractor shall track all fuel consumption and provide fuel receipts, flight logs, and Fuel Reports to the

Government in accordance with (CDRL A003).

4.2.2.1.1 Fuel Card Training

The Contractor shall ensure all card users (Standard Mission Support personnel) receive training as follows:

Complete the Card User Certification Course located at:

https://www.navsup.navy.mil/public/navsup/ccpmd/

Complete the Online Certification and renew every two years.

Print the Certificate of Completion and provide a copy to the COR to be kept on file.

Sign a Card User Statement of Understanding (SOU) after conducting training.

Performance Work Statement

4.2.2.2 Mishap Prevention and Aviation Safety Program

The Contractor shall establish and maintain an Aviation Safety and Mishap Prevention Program and ensure they are periodically reviewed by all aircrew members.

4.2.2.2.1 Aviation Safety Official

The Contractor shall designate an Aviation Safety Official with specific duties and responsibilities defined.

4.2.2.2.2 Risk Management Program

The Contractor shall establish and maintain an Operational Risk Management (ORM) Program (CDRL A002).

4.2.2.2.3 Mishap Response Plan (MRP)

The Contractor shall establish and execute written procedures for responding to an aviation incident or accident

(CDRL A002). The MRP shall establish policies, responsibilities, and actions to be initiated if any aircraft becomes overdue or involved in an incident or mishap.

The Contractor shall exercise the MRP on an annual basis. As a minimum, this plan shall include the following:

Procedures that conform to United States Code (USC) Title 49 Part 830 National Transportation Safety

Board (NTSB);

Immediate action checklist to ensure command, control, and coordination of the rescue or recovery effort;

A notification plan which includes a current roster of Contractor and Government personnel (including duty and non-duty phone numbers) to be notified in the event of an aircraft mishap; and

Procedures for Contractor and subcontractor cooperation and participation in mishap investigations conducted by the Government. Procedures shall clearly define the differences between a Government legal investigation (used to satisfy claims) and a Government Safety investigation (used for mishap prevention).

The procedures shall clearly state the contractual obligation of Contractor personnel to provide information and participate in interviews by the Government safety investigation immediately upon request.

The Contractor shall have procedures that require, to the maximum extent possible, aircrew medical and toxicological testing immediately following a mishap.

The results of medical and toxicological testing shall be provided to the Government safety investigation board immediately upon request.

The toxicological samples shall be provided to the Government legal investigation board immediately upon request.

4.2.2.3 Contract Status

The Contractor shall track flight minutes and all costs associated with each CLIN. The Contractor shall submit the

Monthly Status Report in accordance with (CDRL A004).

4.2.2.4 Public Aircraft Operations Status

The Contractor shall abide by all FAA Public Aircraft Operations notification procedures.

Performance Work Statement

4.2.2.5 Transit Military Aircraft

Aircraft provided under this contract are considered transient military aircraft and not subject to landing fees at

DoD-controlled airfields.

4.2.2.6 Civil Aircraft Landing Permits

The Contractor shall submit DD Form 2400 - Civil Aircraft Certificate of Insurance, DD Form 2401 - Civil Aircraft

Landing Permit and DD Form 2402 - Civil Aircraft Hold Harmless Agreement within 30 calendar days from date of contract award. These agreements must be kept current during the entire period of performance under the contract.

The Contractor shall copy the COR upon submittal, IAW references G & H of Paragraph 2.0.

4.2.2.7 Maintenance Program

Aircraft used in the performance of this contract shall be maintained in accordance with 14 CFR and their Navy

Airworthiness Certification. Additional requirements are listed in Section 3.2, Aircraft Certification, Maintenance

Practices and Operating Procedures.

4.2.2.8 Aeronautical Regulations

While operating as a Public Aircraft Operation, the Contractor shall operate and maintain the aircraft in accordance with 14 CFR unless a waiver is granted in accordance with paragraph 4.2.1.4. In addition, the Contractor shall operate the aircraft in accordance with USN and local military flying directives (including foreign Government requirements). The Contractor shall comply with DoD requirements for operation of civil aircraft in support of military operations.

4.2.2.9 Accident Costs

The Contractor shall be responsible for all accidents and damage to the aircraft that occur during operation of the aircraft. The Contractor shall bear all costs to repair or replace aircraft parts and all ferry costs or travel costs that occur as a result of the accident or damage.

4.2.2.10 General Deployments

When directed by the SO, the Contractor shall deploy its aircraft, personnel, and required support equipment to perform at any airfield capable of supporting its aircraft. The Contractor shall plan, schedule, ship, and deploy its personnel and equipment, including all GFP, as applicable. At least 30 days prior to deployments, the SO will release a pre-deployment message to the Contractor to ensure coordination of requirements, services, and accommodations. If aircraft or aircrew substitutions are accomplished at the Contractor's request during a scheduled deployment, transit to and from the deployment base to accomplish the substitution shall be entirely at Contractor expense.

4.2.2.11 Communication and Navigation Capability

The Contractor shall ensure that all aircraft are equipped with the applicable communication and navigation capability to operate in the U.S. National Air Space. The Contractor shall comply with FAA equipment pre-requisites and shall be solely responsible to provide such equipment.

Performance Work Statement

4.2.2.12 Equipment Installer or Maintainer

If required, the Contractor shall install, move, remove, and maintain the CFEand GFP. Government property for the performance of this contract will be limited to mission-specific GFP identified and transferred to the Contractor via

DD Form 1149.

4.3 Performance Metrics

This performance-based requirement includes performance metrics which are contained in the Quality Assurance

Surveillance Plan (QASP). The Contractor’s performance will be assessed in accordance with the QASP.

4.4 Personnel Requirements

All personnel performing operations under this contract shall have appropriate training and any necessary qualifications for this contract. Qualification/refresher training is the responsibility of the Contractor. Personnel qualification and training records shall be provided to the Government GFR (CDRL 0002). All personnel shall comply with local laws, policies, and regulations while aboard any military installation. All personnel working in an operational capacity (e.g., aircrew) or on U.S. or Foreign Government military installations shall be readily identifiable as contract employees through appropriate attire and badges while performing services under this contract.

4.4.1 Contractor Representative (CR)

The Contractor shall be available to provide scheduling support 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Scheduling may be accomplished via internet electronic mail account or phone (land-line or mobile). The Contractor shall designate a point of contact for rapid response after duty hours. The CR shall have authority to schedule and assign Contractor aircraft and crews in response to Government requirements. The CR shall interface between the

Government and the Contractor, and shall:

A. Maintain close liaison with SO in matters regarding Contractor’s aircraft and schedule.

B. Develop plans for each task order to assist the Government, when required, in determining the most effective and efficient operations of Contractor aircraft.

C. Provide coordination between the Contractor and Government scheduling office and higher authority to assist in determination of the most efficient and effective utilization of Contractor assets in supporting various missions.

D. Maintain close liaison with current and future supported units to ensure effective operational continuity, obtain detailed mission information and identify potential operational concerns.

E. Provide Contractor flight crews with comprehensive mission information and details of tasking.

F. Be familiar with applicable exercise scheduling or operational procedures as determined by the supported units and in turn, ensure that Contractor flight crews are familiar with these exercises and other required regional operational instructions.

G. During operations the CR or senior Contractor individual present shall:

(1) Ensure attendance of pilots at required procedure and mission briefings.

(2) Ensure Contractor aircraft launch in sufficient time to arrive at designated stations on time.

(3) Coordinate all maintenance, servicing, logistics, crew transportation, Contractor personnel briefings, security clearances/vehicle registrations, and equipment/facility custodial functions in support of Contractor operations.

(4) Provide a synopsis of flight hours and sorties completed to the SO and COR, as required.

H. Provide comprehensive post mission debriefs and other feedback as required or requested to the SO, supported units, or other Government agencies to assist in future effective and efficient utilization of

Contractor assets (CDRL A004).

Performance Work Statement

4.4.2 Additional Aircrew Requirements

The aircrew shall operate the aircraft under the Contract in accordance with the aircraft’s FAA Airworthiness

Certificate and 14 CFR requirements. In addition, regardless of aircraft type, the aircrew shall comply with the following requirements:

4.4.2.1 Scheduling

Contractors shall demonstrate a closely monitored system that evaluates operational risks, experience levels of crewmembers, and ensures the proper pairing of aircrews on all flights. The scheduling system must involve an established flight duty time program for aircrews, carefully managed so as to ensure proper crew rest. Aircrew flight time limitations and rest requirements shall comply with the provisions of CFR 135.267.

4.4.2.2 Pilot in Command (PIC)

The PIC shall have the final authority to determine whether an aircraft is airworthy, whether to launch or terminate a mission.

4.4.2.2.1 Pilot Certificate

Pilots shall hold at least a commercial, instrument rated pilot certificate with appropriate category and class ratings and type rating for the aircraft. The PIC shall meet the recent experience requirements of 14 CFR § 61.57.

4.4.2.2.2 Pilot Requirements

All pilots performing under this contract shall:

A. Have and maintain an FAA Experimental Authorization, FAA Letter of Authorization, or type rating in the proposed aircraft.

B. Have and maintain an FAA Instrument Rating and conduct FAA annual instrument proficiency checks in accordance with paragraph 4.4.2.2.4.

C. Have and maintain an FAA Commercial Pilot License with a Second Class Medical certificate.

D. Have military tactical air flying experience of at least 700 fixed wing flight hours in a USN, USMC, or

USAF aircraft.

4.4.2.2.3 Flight Reviews

Prior to flying as PIC, the pilot shall have completed a flight review in the type of aircraft being flown within the preceding 12 months. The flight review shall be conducted in accordance with 14 CFR 61.56.

4.4.2.2.4 Instrument Proficiency Check

Prior to flying, the pilot shall have completed an instrument proficiency check in the type of aircraft being flown within the preceding 12 months. The instrument proficiency check shall be conducted in accordance with 14 CFR

61.57(d). If a pilot is qualified in more than one type of aircraft under the Contract, the pilot shall complete an instrument proficiency check in each type aircraft on an alternating 12 month basis. In no case shall a pilot serve in an aircraft type that he or she has not conducted an instrument proficiency check within the preceding 24 months. A flight simulator may be used for the instrument check provided the flight simulator represents the type of aircraft used under the contract and the check is conducted by a training center certified by the FAA.

Performance Work Statement

4.4.2.3 Records

Flight Crew Personnel records shall be maintained and reflect such data as experience, qualifications, and applicable medical status.

4.4.2.4 Aircrew Proficiency

The Contractor shall have a process where they assess aircrew to ensure that they are able to demonstrate aircraft proficiency in accordance with Contractor established standards. Additionally, pilots shall hold a commercial instrument rated pilots certificate and meet the requirements of 14 CFR § 61.55.

4.4.2.5 Aircrew/Maintenance Communications

Effective lines of communication that permit feedback from aircrew and maintenance personnel to operations and maintenance managers shall be maintained. Crews must be able to determine an aircraft's maintenance condition prior to flight and use standardized methods to accurately report aircraft deficiencies to the maintenance activity.

4.4.2.6 Aircrew Training

Training, including recurrent training, must be conducted in order to develop and refine skills designed to eliminate mishaps and improve safety. Pilot training objectives must cultivate similar levels of proficiency. Training for pilots and project specialists must be appropriate to the level of risk and circumstances anticipated for the trainee.

4.4.2.7 Maintenance Personnel

Contractors seeking to support Public Aircraft Operations (PAO) shall hire and train the number of employees required to safely maintain the company aircraft and support the scope of the maintenance operations both at home station (the Contractor's primary facility) and detachment locations. These personnel shall ensure that all maintenance tasks, including required inspections and airworthiness directives, are performed; that maintenance actions are properly documented; and that the discrepancies identified between inspections are corrected.

4.4.2.8 Crew Resource Management

For Multi-Piloted Aircraft or multi-Aircraft flights, training must include a selection and training process that considers proven experience, decision making, crew resource…