ODA STC Contract Performance Work Statement Rev 1.0.docx

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) Development and Certification and Associated Project Management

July 29, 2026, Rev.1.0

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Appendix - Power Requirements Reference …...A-1

Performance Work Statement i

Introduction The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Flight Program Operations (AJF) performs multiple missions that require airborne operations, including Aviation Safety Training (AST); Flight Inspection (FI); Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E) support; and Critical Event Response/Transportation.

FAA Flight Program Operations requires contractor support to provide engineering, certification, Organization Designation Authorization (ODA), and project management services in support of aircraft modification, certification, continued operational airworthiness, and fleet modernization activities. These services support all FAA Flight Program aircraft platforms and are not limited to any single aircraft type, mission system, or modification program

Background FAA Flight Program Operations (AJF) maintains and operates a fleet of special mission aircraft in support of Flight Inspection, Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E), Aviation Safety Training (AST), Critical Event Response, and other operational missions. These aircraft incorporate FAA-owned Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs), mission equipment, and specialized avionics that require continued engineering, certification, configuration management, and continued operational airworthiness support throughout their operational lifecycle.

The FAA Modular Mission System (MMS) has been developed and certified for operational use and serves as the primary flight inspection mission system. Future engineering efforts are expected to include enhancements to existing mission capabilities, integration of new mission equipment, replacement of obsolete components, software and hardware modernization, capability insertions, and certification of future mission system improvements.

In addition to supporting the MMS, AJF Engineering is responsible for the certification, integration, modification, and continued operational support of aircraft systems across the FAA special mission fleet. These activities include fleet modernization initiatives, avionics and structural modifications requiring ODA authority, mission system enhancements, and configuration management of FAA-owned certification data throughout the lifecycle of the aircraft Scope of Work FAA Flight Program Operations (AJF) requires contractor support to provide engineering, certification, Organization Designation Authorization (ODA), and project management services in support of aircraft modification, certification, fleet modernization, and continued operational airworthiness activities. The Contractor shall support FAA aircraft certificated under 14 CFR Parts 23 and 25 and provide engineering and certification services for both existing and future aircraft modification programs.

Support shall include engineering and certification activities associated with new Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs), amendments to existing STCs, continued support of FAA-owned STCs, aircraft modernization initiatives, mission system enhancements, avionics upgrades, structural and electrical modifications requiring ODA authority, configuration management, and associated certification documentation.

FAA Flight Program aircraft support multiple operational missions, including Flight Inspection, Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E), Aviation Safety Training (AST), Critical Event Response, and other special mission requirements. The Contractor shall provide certification support for aircraft modifications necessary to sustain and enhance these mission capabilities throughout the period of performance.

Engineering and certification support shall apply to FAA aircraft platforms including, but not limited to, the Challenger 605/650 series and the BE300/BE350ER/BE360ER series. Additional aircraft platforms or mission systems may be added during the period of performance through tasking under this contract.

The Contractor shall coordinate with AJF Engineering, the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), FAA organizations, aircraft manufacturers, Government support contractors, and other organizations, as directed by the Government, to accomplish assigned engineering and certification activities.

Task Requirements The FAA Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), in coordination with AJF Engineering, will provide technical directions and approval of work performed under this PWS. The Contractor shall ensure its personnel comply with established lines of communication and work through the appropriate Government points of contact.

The Contractor shall possess and maintain a valid Organization Designation Authorization (ODA) and operate in accordance with FAA Order 8100.15 (current edition). The Contractor shall provide certification support for FAA aircraft certificated under 14 CFR Parts 23 and 25, including new Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs), STC amendments, and continued engineering and certification support for existing FAA-owned STCs. The contractor must have authority to issue STC’s on CL-605/650 and BE300/BE350ER/BE360ER and shall maintain that authority throughout the period of performance.

The Contractor shall provide timely engineering and certification support for FAA aircraft modification programs in accordance with schedules established by the Government. Multiple certification efforts may be active concurrently throughout the period of performance. Required schedules and milestones shall be established for each individual project in coordination with the COR and AJF Engineering.

The Government may utilize separate engineering support contracts, including Designated Engineering Representative (DER), design engineering, or other technical support services. The Contractor shall coordinate with these organizations, as directed by the COR and AJF Engineering, to support certification activities and ensure technical consistency among engineering deliverables.

Task 1 – Challenger 605/650 Engineering and Certification Support Subtask 1.1 – Challenger Certification Support

The Contractor shall provide engineering, certification, and project management support for Challenger 605/650 aircraft modification programs. Support shall include new certification efforts, amendments to existing FAA-owned STCs, continued operational support of existing certifications, and engineering activities associated with fleet modernization initiatives. The Contractor shall participate as a member of a Government-led integrated project team and provide technical support, meeting participation, documentation, and project coordination as directed by the COR and AJF Engineering.

The Contractor must have the authority and ability to exercise the following functions:

· Develop and maintain certification basis and methods of compliance.

· Provide project management support to achieve Government-established milestones.

· Review and approve technical data and find compliance to the airworthiness standards

· Issue new STCs, STC Amendments, and other approvals within the Contractor's delegated authority.

· Develop and maintain certification plans.

· Support continued operational airworthiness of FAA-owned STCs.

· Support revisions to Aircraft Flight Manual Supplements (AFMS).

· Support revisions to Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA).

· Support revisions to Master Document Lists (MDL).

· Coordinate certification activities with OEMs, FAA organizations, and Government support contractors.

Support fleet modernization and capability insertion activities.

· Issue airworthiness certificates and approvals

· Establish conformity of articles including test articles

· Determine conformity of test setup

· Determine conformity of installations of articles, including Type Inspection Authorization (TIA) inspections on a product

· Perform compliance inspections

· Approving data for major alterations or major repairs

· Perform review and obtain acceptance of Instructions for Continued Airworthiness Flight Inspection System/Modular Mission System (MMS) FAA Flight Program aircraft incorporate Government-owned special mission systems, including the Modular Mission System (MMS), in support of Flight Inspection, Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E), Aviation Safety Training (AST), and other FAA operational missions.

The Contractor shall provide engineering and certification support for the continued operation, modification, enhancement, sustainment, and modernization of special mission systems installed on FAA aircraft.

Support may include the addition, removal, replacement, relocation, integration, or certification of mission equipment and associated aircraft systems while maintaining compliance with applicable airworthiness requirements and existing FAA-owned STCs.

Special mission systems may include, but are not limited to:

· Mission computing systems

· Operator consoles

· Display systems

· Communications equipment

· Navigation receivers

· Spectrum monitoring equipment

· Data acquisition systems

· Timing systems

· Wireless communications equipment

· Mission sensors

· Data recording systems

· Antenna systems

· Power distribution equipment

· Associated wiring, mounting provisions, and support equipment.

2.1.2.1 Special mission systems may include, but are not limited to:

· Mission computing systems

· Operator consoles

· Display systems

· Communications equipment

· Navigation receivers

· Spectrum monitoring equipment

· Data acquisition systems

· Timing systems

· Wireless communications equipment

· Mission sensors

· Data recording systems

· Antenna systems

· Power distribution equipment

· Associated wiring, mounting provisions, and support equipment.

Power Requirements Representative aircraft electrical loading information is provided in Appendix A. Actual power requirements shall be determined for each modification as part of the applicable certification effort.

Fleet Modernization The Contractor shall support ongoing fleet modernization efforts involving existing FAA-owned aircraft. Modernization efforts may include avionics upgrades, mission capability enhancements, technology refresh, equipment obsolescence replacement, software updates, communications improvements, navigation system upgrades, electrical system modifications, structural modifications supporting mission equipment, and other engineering changes necessary to maintain or enhance FAA operational capabilities.

Modification of Challenger 605/650 Aircraft The Contractor shall provide engineering and certification support for modifications to Challenger 605/650 aircraft in support of FAA operational requirements. Modifications shall be compatible with existing FAA-owned STCs and approved aircraft configurations unless otherwise directed by the Government. The Contractor shall develop certification recommendations applicable to each modification and support the integration, modification, replacement, relocation, or removal of aircraft systems and mission equipment. Engineering support may include amendments to existing STCs, development of new STCs when required, and associated revisions to certification documentation.

Antennas

Aircraft modifications may require the installation, relocation, replacement, or removal of communications, navigation, surveillance, mission system, and data link antennas. The Contractor shall evaluate antenna installation effects, electromagnetic compatibility, RF performance, antenna separation, structural integration, and aircraft performance impacts associated with proposed modifications.

Representative antenna systems may include, but are not limited to:

· VHF/UHF Communications

· VOR/Localizer

· Glideslope

· DME

· TACAN

· GNSS

· Direction Finding

· Spectrum Monitoring

· Data Link

· SATCOM

· Other mission-specific RF systems

Sensors

Aircraft modifications may include the integration, replacement, relocation, or certification of mission sensors and associated equipment. Mission sensors may include navigation receivers, inertial systems, radar or laser altimeters, cameras, timing systems, positioning equipment, spectrum monitoring equipment, and other Government-furnished mission equipment. The Contractor shall evaluate compatibility with aircraft systems and demonstrate compliance with applicable certification requirements.

Operator Console/ Modular Mission System

FAA mission aircraft utilize operator workstations and mission equipment to support Flight Inspection, Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E), Aviation Safety Training (AST), and other operational missions. The Contractor shall support certification activities associated with the installation, modification, replacement, or modernization of operator workstations, mission consoles, displays, controls, communications equipment, emergency equipment, computing hardware, and associated aircraft interfaces.

Cabin Configuration

Aircraft cabin configurations shall support multiple FAA operational missions and may require installation or removal of mission equipment, operator workstations, passenger seating, or other Government-furnished equipment. The Contractor shall support certification activities associated with changes in aircraft interior configuration while maintaining compliance with applicable airworthiness requirements and FAA operational needs.

Avionics and Aircraft Systems Integration

The Contractor shall provide engineering and certification support for the integration, modification, replacement, or modernization of aircraft avionics, communications, navigation, surveillance, electrical, mechanical, software, and mission systems. Support shall include evaluation of aircraft interfaces, system compatibility, power requirements, electromagnetic compatibility, software configuration, and associated certification documentation required to maintain FAA operational capability.

Task 2 – BE300/BE350ER/BE360ER Engineering and Certification Support The Contractor shall provide engineering, certification, and project management support for FAA BE300, BE350ER, and BE360ER aircraft modification programs. Support shall include new STCs, amendments to existing STCs, continued operational support of FAA-owned STCs, and engineering activities associated with fleet modernization initiatives. The Contractor shall possess the delegated authority necessary to perform certification activities associated with aircraft certified under 14 CFR Part 23.

· Outline the preliminary certification basis and methods of compliance

· Project manages the project to meet desired milestones

· Review and approve technical data and find compliance to the airworthiness standards

· Issue required STCs and amendments

· Issue airworthiness certificates and approvals

· Establish conformity of articles including test articles

· Determine conformity of test setup

· Determine conformity of installations of articles, including Type Inspection Authorization (TIA) inspections on a product

· Perform compliance inspections

· Approve data for major alterations or major repairs

· Perform review and obtain acceptance of Instructions for Continued Airworthiness

Specific engineering tasks, aircraft modifications, and certification efforts will be assigned by the Government throughout the period of performance. Efforts may include aircraft modernization, avionics upgrades, mission system enhancements, structural modifications, electrical modifications, software updates, configuration management activities, and continued certification support for existing FAA-owned STCs.

Milestones

The Contractor shall work with AJF Engineering to develop project schedules appropriate for each assigned certification effort. Milestones shall be tailored to the scope and complexity of the individual project. Not all milestones will apply to every engineering effort.

Project Planning Project Kickoff Meeting Project Notification Letter Certification Basis PSCP/System Description Certification Schedule Design Reviews

Engineering Electrical Drawings Structural Drawings Analysis Test Plans

ICA

AFMS

MDL/CDL/IDL

Configuration Management Documentation

Certification Conformity Ground Test Flight Test (if required) STC Board STC/Amendment Issuance

Aircraft Return to Service Airworthiness Documentation Aircraft Return to Service

Configuration Management Documentation Updated

· Master Document List (MDL)

· Aircraft Flight Manual Supplement (AFMS)

· Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA)

· Certification records

· Engineering drawings

· Configuration baseline documentation

Subtask 1.2 - Project Management The Contractor shall provide program and project management support for engineering, certification, fleet modernization, and aircraft modification activities performed under this contract. The Contractor shall develop, maintain, and update a Project Management Plan (PMP) for each active project or as otherwise directed by the Government. The PMP shall provide the Government with sufficient information to assess project status, resource allocation, schedule performance, technical risks, and overall project execution.

· Weekly project status meetings with the Government, or as otherwise directed by the COR.

· Identification of schedule variances, technical issues, and associated recovery plans for projects that are behind schedule or otherwise at risk.

· Description of the planned schedule to include all milestones and deliverables;

· Identification of each process step required for completing the work;

· The period of time needed to accomplish each step;

· Identification of staffing resources assigned to each project, including key personnel, labor categories, and anticipated resource requirements.

· Rationale for the project organization, staff utilization, and other resource allocations.

· The Contractor shall maintain the PMP throughout the period of performance and submit revisions whenever changes are expected to impact project schedules, staffing, certification strategy, or major milestones.

· Process for identifying, documenting, estimating, and obtaining Government approval for Over and Above (O&A) work that falls outside the established scope of assigned tasks.

· The Contractor shall identify, document, and communicate technical, certification, schedule, and programmatic risks that may impact project execution. Risk mitigation strategies shall be presented during project status meetings and updated throughout the life of each project.

Monthly Status Reports (CDRL A001) The Contractor shall provide a Monthly Status Report (MSR) summarizing technical, programmatic, certification, and schedule activities performed during the reporting period. The MSR shall provide the Government with sufficient information to assess overall project status, technical progress, schedule performance, certification activities, risks, and resource utilization. The report format shall be developed by the Contractor and approved by the COR

· Overview of work completed, work in progress, and work planned for each task;

· Hours expended by task, labor category, and personnel;

· Status of individual deliverables;

· Identification of risk areas with recommended remedial actions;

· Status of all outstanding identified risks

· Summary of expenditures by resource and labor category for the monthly reporting period, as well as cumulative year-to-date totals for the performance;

· Any additional information pertinent to the Government in administering the performance of this effort when directed by the COR.

· Critical path report

· Documentation burndown list Subtask 1.3 Monthly Financial Reports (CDRL A002) The Contractor must provide Monthly Financial Reports (MFRs). The report must contain the information below in a contractor provided format:

CLINs used during month;

Cost/hours funded or apportioned by CLIN;

Cost/hours used by CLIN;

Projected date when 75% of funds are spent;

Projected date when funds are exhausted;

Funds/hours remaining by CLIN;

Other direct costs (ODCs) estimated, used, and remaining by month; and Summary of expenditures by resource and labor category for the monthly reporting period, as well as cumulative year-to-date totals for the performance period.

End Results/Deliverables The Contractor shall ensure that all deliverables submitted under this contract are complete, technically accurate, internally reviewed, and compliant with applicable FAA regulations, policies, standards, orders, and guidance referenced throughout this PWS.

Deliverables shall be provided in accordance with the schedules established for each assigned task and shall be suitable for Government review, approval, and incorporation into the aircraft certification record, as applicable.

Unless otherwise specified, all due dates identified in this PWS are expressed in calendar days. The Government will review submitted deliverables in accordance with the acceptance criteria identified in this section.

Acceptance Criteria Table

Technical Interchange /Kick off meeting may be held at FAA facility in Oklahoma City, OK with access to video conference (if needed).

Travel will be authorized for an on-site visit (if required).

Kick off meeting will be scheduled for three business days. With two travel days.

Acceptance criteria includes certification recommendations based on identified modifications that meet regulatory requirements. Acceptance will be determined by the Aircraft Maintenance Directorate.

Options for BE-300 and/or BE350ER/BE360ER certification recommendations will be determined after contract award.

· Project Notification Letter (PNL)

· PSCP

Options for BE300/BE350ER certification requirements will be determined after contract award.

Updates within 5 days whenever any proposed changes are expected to result in a schedule impact of ten (10) days or more The PMP is accurate, complete, submitted on time in the COR approved format and is prepared in accordance with PWS.

Includes final CL605/650 Series modification schedule created in coordination with the Aircraft Maintenance Directorate. Final schedule must address milestones listed in section 3.2

Every 10th day of each month thereafter. If 10th is a weekend, report due the next business day.

The Monthly Financial Reports are accurate, complete, submitted on time in the COR approved format and is prepared in accordance with PWS

Meeting Minutes - Within 5 days after the Close Out Meeting Close Out Meeting Minutes capture all relevant topics discussed and summarize contractor’s understanding of close out work scope and PWS requirements. Contractor format acceptable, meets COR approval of content, and is prepared in accordance with PWS

4 Period of Performance The contract Period of Performance is one (1) Base year with four (4) 1-year options to be exercised at the discretion of the FAA.

5 Place of Performance The Contractor will perform work enumerated throughout this PWS at FAA designated facilities when access to FAA aircraft is required. The contractor may accomplish the work at a contractor designated site when able, at the discretion of the FAA. When the ODA Administrator and unit members are working remotely, communication with the Aircraft Maintenance Directorate will be via online meetings, emails and voice calls.

6 Travel Travel will be required to Oklahoma City, OK, Atlantic City, NJ and other locations defined by the COR to complete the project. Workload may be organized to minimize travel requirements and maximize work being completed at a facility designated by the contractor, but must be within the United States.

Travel must be authorized by the CO in advance of the start of the travel. FAA travel policy details are provided in the contract, travel and per diem section.

Travel estimates are based on anticipated travel to have required in-person meetings and access to aircraft and data in Oklahoma City, OK, and possibly in Atlantic City, NJ.

Due to COVID, most interchanges will be virtual, but FAA recognizes some in person meetings may be required.

7 Over and Above Over and above contract line item will be included in case of unforeseen certifications requirements. This includes costs related to data gathering, materials or shipping costs. Contractor must obtain written approval from the CO or COR before any over and above costs are accrued.

AJF requires an active ODA. The contractor must have authority to issue STC’s on CL-605/650 and BE300/BE350ER/BE360ER. Contractor must demonstrate previous STC certification on part 25 75,000 lbs. MTW or less; and Part 23 12,500 lbs. MTW or less within the last 5 years from proposal date.

8.2 Labor Category Qualifications

The contractor shall provide personnel, services, and supervision for persons in the following labor categories.

8.2.1 ODA Administrator

The ODA administrator must be appointed in accordance with FAA Order 8100.15 (current edition). The ODA administrator must have technical experience with the functions performed under the ODA and a broad range of management experience. This experience must enable the ODA administrator to manage the entire ODA unit activities effectively.

8.2.2 ODA Unit Members

At least one engineering or flight test ODA unit member must meet the qualifications for a Designated Engineering Representative (DER). The FAA defines these qualifications in FAA Order 8100.8 (current edition), Designee Management Handbook. The ODA unit members need to meet only those requirements for the functions and areas they will perform. However, the requirement to have direct working experience with the FAA may be satisfied by having direct working experience within an ODA holder’s or other delegated organization. The following unit member expertise will be required:

· Engineering Unit Member - Electrical

· Engineering Unit Member - Mechanical

· Engineering Unit Member - Structural

· Test Pilot Unit Member

· Inspecting Unit Member - Electrical

· Inspecting Unit Member - Structural

· Inspecting Unit Member - Airworthiness

· Engineering Unit Member – Icing and Aero

· Engineering Unit Member – Software

· Engineering Unit Member – EWIS

· Engineering Unit Member – L-HIRF

· Engineering Unit Member – Fatigue

· Engineering Unit Member – System Safety

8.2.3 Project Manager

The assigned project manager must hold a bachelor's degree in management, business or a related field, and/or related experience.

9 Other Requirements The FAA will provide adequate office and meeting space, internet connection, utilities, telephone, and related services while working on the tasks at a FAA facility.

The FAA will provide access to credentials and FAA-issued hardware (Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) if un-escorted access to FAA facilities and access to the FAA network (VPN) is determined to be required. This determination will be made at the kick-off meeting.

Security screening/background checks will be required per U.S. Government policy as detailed on the contract.

The FAA will furnish pertinent information related to tasks a required to accomplish the tasks described in this PWS.

The Contractor must return all GFE to the FAA prior to contract close out or earlier when directed by the COR.

Appendix A– Power requirements

AC SUMMARY (KVA)

AC BUS 1

AC BUS 2

DC SUMMARY (Amps)

APU BATTERY DIRECT

EMERGENCY BUS (50%)

MAIN BATTERY DIRECT

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