Performance Work Statement.pdf

Description/Specifications/Statement of Work

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

Painting of C-130H, A-10 Static Aircraft Tail #80-0322, 79-103

January 21, 2026

Part 1

General Information

1. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES AND GENERAL INFORMATION.

1.1. SCOPE OF WORK: The project consists of restoration and preservation of C-130 Static Display Aircraft, tail #80-0322, and A-10 #79-103 on display at Bradley Field, East Granby CT 06026. The Primary goal is to preserve the history of the Connecticut Air National Guard and maintain authenticity of the static display aircraft. The contractor shall provide all personnel, tools, equipment, material, supervision, technical expertise, and other related items necessary to perform restoration of the aircraft. Restoration and preservation consist of sheet metal work, maintenance repairs, bird proofing, and painting.

Preparation of the surface of the aircraft includes pressure washing, stripping paint, sanding paint and corrosion repair to make the surface compatible to new paint with proper collection of paint chips, etc., so that no environmental hazard is created. All tasks performed shall be accomplished in a workmanship like manner and in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and any OSHA requirements. The contractor shall also ensure all personnel are provided with appropriate personal protective equipment for the work being performed. The contractor will paint the aircraft in accordance with commercial practices and manufacturers’ recommended procedures.

The contractor will comply with all environmental codes and regulations while performing the services of this contract. Applicable work elements consist of, but are not limited to the following:

NOTE: The C-130 aircraft currently has the operational C-130 Grey paint scheme with Connecticut tail-flash. The new heritage paint scheme (pictures attached) will be changed to include the unit’s heritage colors gray- 16173, black- 17038, white- 17875, yellow- 13538, and blue- 15095. The A-10 will be repainted to match its current heritage paint scheme to include light gray- 16375, medium gray- 16320, dark gray, black- 17038, white- 17875, and yellow- 13538.

1.2. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES: Remove and repair all areas of corrosion, remove and/or repair minor dents from aircraft surface. Remove current paint if needed to level sufficient to facilitate new paint scheme. Seal airframe (excluding C-130 crew entrance door) and seal canopies/cockpit to prevent water seepage. Prime all bare spots. All windows, doors, and hatches shall be secured and all vents, nozzles, wheel wells, cowlings and cowl flap areas, intakes, vertical stabilizers, propellers, air scoops and exhausts shall be bird proofed. All aircraft markings shall be replaced with 103AW unit markings in accordance with the paint scheme applicable to aircraft Technical Orders (Paint Scheme TO data will be provided). Paint Training Bombs and Training Missiles IAW applicable Aircraft Technical Orders. Repairs do not have to meet aircraft airworthiness standards; however, they must meet the original shape and cosmetic appearance. All work shall be accomplished IAW but not limited to; T.O. 11-4 Exterior Finishes, Insignia and Markings Applicable to Aircraft and Missiles, T.O. 1-1-691 Cleaning and Corrosion Prevention and Control, Aerospace and Non Aerospace Equipment. Air Force Instruction (AFI) 84-103, U.S. Air Force Heritage Program, 27 Oct 04; AFI 21-101, Aircraft and Equipment Maintenance Management, 26 Jul 10/Air Education and Training Command (AETC) Supplement, 21 Oct 10 (Incorporating Change 1, 24 Jan 12); all applicable T.O's or as directed by the Contracting Officer (CO) and Air Force Instruction 91-203, Air Force Consolidated Occupational Safety Instruction.

1.2.1. Preparation of aircraft: The contractor shall assess aircraft for structural soundness and ensure previous paint, dirt deposits, residual oil/hydraulic fluid, biological soils, pest, and insect/bird nests etc. are removed as necessary from aircraft. Inspect 100% of aircraft substrate to ensure aged paint is in a sound condition. Areas with bubbles, blisters, peeling, chipped etc. are to be repaired. Inspection by the government, to ensure substrate is free of corrosion and solid prior to painting is required. All areas of corrosion (caused by bird droppings, which are highly corrosive to aluminum) or damage are to be replaced or repaired. Prepare aircraft to a sound substrate per paint manufacture's paint specifications prior to painting. Ensure to coat aircraft with primer to bare/ new metal prior to painting.

Painting shall not be performed on aircraft until sheet metal damage is repaired or replaced, corrosion and composite repairs are completed, primer applied, and aircraft maintenance discrepancies are completed. The aircraft will be ready for painting once the exterior structure is repaired, prepped, and washed and government personnel inspect aircraft prior to painting. Paint scheme, colors, and patterns of aircraft shall simulate proposed schemes, colors, and patterns. Contractor will ensure the painted/restored static display has a smooth (gloss) finish and all decals are in appropriate positions simulating proposed configurations. All aircraft shall be painted with high quality polyurethane paint. Paint applications shall sustain 5-year durability for protection against weathering and peeling for the local area.

1.2.2. Restoration: Performance of restoration requirements will include, but not limited to paint preparation, corrosion repairs, sheet metal work, fiberglass work, primer, aircraft maintenance repairs, painting, bird-proofing, hardware replacement, adhesive use and vinyl replacement. The contractor shall protect all landscaping adjacent to aircraft from damage. All static display renovations/ maintenance will be accomplished onsite. In some cases, this will require the use of a cherry picker and/ or scaffolding/ high lift; the contractor shall provide & use their own equipment.

1.2.3. Bird proofing: Install bird proofing securely to close openings and to prevent birds from landing on aircraft surfaces. Bird proofing consists of a few processes, for example:

bird spikes are a long lasting, humane, nearly invisible excellent low profile bird control product, used to protect numerous areas around an aircraft. Spikes deter problem birds from aircraft areas by presenting an unsuitable landing area and preventing birds from gaining footholds. Additionally, the use of wire mesh around holes and openings will keep pests and birds from entering aircraft. All installed bird proofing shall be secure and effective, closing off holes and are humane. Bird proof aircraft by screening, plugging or covering vents, nozzles, wheel wells, cowlings and cowl flap areas, intakes, air scoops, exhausts, aircraft stand, and engines. The government shall approve all bird proofing solutions prior to installation.

1.2.4. Aircraft maintenance discrepancy repairs: In the event the contractor encounters discrepancies that require repairs to the aircraft structure beyond those normally encountered during preservation of aircraft IAW Air Force Instruction (AFI) 84-103, U.S. Air Force Heritage Program, the contractor will coordinate with the Contracting Officer and 103rd Aircraft Maintenance Personnel to determine a course of action. The contractor shall only make maintenance repairs as directed and restore the aircraft to a condition meeting the requirements of Air Force Instruction (AFI) 84-103, U.S. Air Force Heritage Program.

Where repairs, alterations, or maintenance is to be performed, every effort shall be made to ensure repairs are comparable and similar in appearance and hardware. All work will be accomplished in accordance with but not limited to; AFI84-103 "United States Air Force Heritage Program", and AFI 21-101_ ANGSUP1 "Aircraft And Equipment Maintenance Management". Technical Data will be made available to contractor upon request. Repairs do not have to meet aircraft airworthiness standards; however, they must meet the original shape and cosmetic appearance.

1.2.5. Guaranteed workmanship: The contractor shall guarantee completed repairs and painting remains in excellent condition for at least five years from acceptance of work by government personnel. Re-performance shall be required if static display shows evidence of rust, peeling, flaking, cracking, dulling, oxidation, loose hardware, looseness of repair, and/or any other surface deterioration within five years from acceptance. All tasks performed shall be accomplished in a workmanship like manner and in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and any OSHA requirements.

1.2.6. Painting conditions: All painting applications shall be done under conditions per manufacturers’ recommendations to include temperature, humidity, moisture, etc. No painting shall be done above 85 percent relative humidity. No exterior painting shall be done immediately after rain, during foggy weather, or when rain is predicted; and painting should cease four hours prior to sundown to allow the coating sufficient time to cure prior to dew and moisture setting in.

1.2.7. Environmental: The contractor shall comply with all Federal, state, county, city, bio-environmental, Occupational Safety& Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and/or any other applicable guidelines pertinent to outdoor preparation/painting of static displays, to include collection and disposal of waste materials. The contractor shall make available all Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for all paints, solvents, and chemicals used during the work. The contractor shall ensure all contractor personnel are aware of the purpose and all the precautions associated with these documents.

1.2.8. Equipment: The contractor will provide all required safety equipment. All equipment used under this contract shall meet all OSHA, EPA and any other applicable guidelines. All safety equipment must be used for its intended and designed purpose. The contractor shall be required to furnish all equipment such as high reach, lifts or scaffolding when required to perform the scope of work outlined in this PWS.

1.2.9. Damage: The contractor shall clean up the work area and ensure landscaped areas around static displays are not damaged. The contractor shall be held responsible for any damage to the vegetation surrounding the work area unless noted prior to the start of work.

If there is any further damage to the already noted damaged areas, then the contractor assumes full liability for fixing all the damage. This is to include shrubs and any additional vegetation. The contractor assumes all responsibility for overspray on vehicles, buildings, landscaping, etc.

1.2.10. Supervision: The contractor shall provide a supervisor who may be a member of the paint/repair crew. The supervisor will perform a walk around with the Government Point of Contact (GPOC) to check the aircraft for any damage before work begins and after completion of painting/repairs with this same person. The initial walk around will also be used to coordinate any requirements the contractor needs the 103rd POC to accomplish before work begins. Contractor will give 10 (ten) days 'notice to 103rd POC before beginning any painting.

1.2.11. Duty hours: The work shall be performed during normal duty hours, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday with any additional time coordinated with the 103rd

POC.

1.2.12. Work completion: The contractor shall give a 24-hour notice prior to work completion so the area may be inspected and accepted by 103rd POC, who serves as the Government Project Manager(s). All discrepancies shall be corrected in a timely manner.

1.2.13. Quality assurance: The contractor shall conform to contractor's commercial quality control standards to ensure work is accomplished in accordance with technical specifications.

1.3. PERSONNEL:

1.3.1. Employees: The government reserves the right to restrict the employment of any contractor personnel, or prospective contractor personnel, who are identified as a potential threat to the health, safety, security, general well-being, or operational mission of the installation and its population. The contractor's designated representative must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.

1.3.2. Identification: The contractor personnel shall present a neat appearance and be easily recognized. This may be accomplished by the wearing of distinctive clothing bearing the name of the company or appropriate badges containing the company and employee name. Such distinctive clothing and/or badges shall be furnished by the contractor.

1.3.3. Conflict of interest: The contractor shall not employ any person who is an employee of the United States government if the employment of that person would create a conflict of interest. The contractor shall not employ any person who is an employee of the department of the AF, either military or civilian, unless such person seeks and receives approval IAW DoD 5500.7-R, Joint Ethics Regulation (JER), 30 Aug 99, (Incorporating Through Change 7, 17 Nov 11), IAW Department of Defense Directive(DODD) 5500.7, Standards of Conflict, 29 Nov 07 (for military) or AFI 36-703, Civilian Conduct and Responsibility, 1 Aug 99 (for civilians),and AF policy. In addition, the Contractor shall not employ any person who is an employee of the Department of the Air Force (AF) if such employment would be contrary to the policies contained in AFI 64-106, Air Force Industrial Labor Relations Activities, 25Mar 94/AETC Supplement, 23 Feb 10. The contractor is prohibited from hiring off duty military/ government personnel as quality control personnel or construction inspectors.

1.4. PHYSICAL SECURITY: The contractor shall be responsible for safeguarding all government property and controlled forms provided for contractor use. At the end of each work period, all government equipment and materials shall be secured.

1.5. SAFETY INFORMATION:

1.5.1. Obligations: The contractors shall comply with the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA, Public Law 91-596) and the resulting standards, OSHA Standards 29 CFR 1910 and 1926. The detailed provisions of the act for accident prevention are directly applicable to all contractor operations. Prime contractors are also responsible for ensuring any sub-contractors also adhere to OSHA Guidance. OSHA compliance officers visit contractor worksites on the installation.

1.5.2. Responsibilities: The following is a list of responsibilities for contracting, contractor, and wing safety personnel.

a. Contractor responsibilities.

(1) Contractors are responsible for ensuring all industrial safety provisions are followed.

(2) Contractors must report all accidents involving Air Force personnel, property, or equipment damage, and any contractor personnel injured in the performance of the Air Force contract to the KO.

(3) Take immediate corrective action to comply with safety regulations if informed of a violation by the KO.

b. Contracting Officer (KO) responsibilities.

(1) Inform the contractor of non-compliance with safety regulations, which may cause injury to Air Force personnel or property.

(2) Notify wing safety of any injuries or damage to AF property reported by the contractor, in performance of an Air Force contract.

c. Wing safety responsibilities.

(1) 103 AW safety personnel will periodically monitor contractor operations to ensure safety regulation compliance as it applies to Air Force personnel and equipment.

(2) Wing safety personnel are available to the CO for technical assistance on matters pertaining to accident prevention.

(3) Notify the COR if a safety procedure or condition exists which requires correction by the contractor.

1.5.3. Safety rules: Contractors shall pay particular attention to the following safety rules and ensure strict compliance, as applicable, while on the installation.

a. General safety rules while on the installation.

(1) Ensure adequate lighting and barricading is available and used for day and night operations.

(2) Use proper shoring during trenching operations.

(3) Post proper warning signs at indoor and outdoor operations.

(4) Secure materials when doing high work, during high winds, or when high winds are forecasted.

(5) Use warning signs, barricades, or flagmen when operations present a hazard to drivers, pedestrians, or workers.

b. Traffic rules while on the installation. All drivers, mobile equipment, and vehicles must comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

(1) Seat belts are mandatory for all passengers as well as drivers

(2) An approved bicycle helmet is required to be properly worn while riding bicycles on the installation.

(3) Drive the speed limit:

(a) Base proper speed limit is 15 mph or as posted.

(b) Parking lot speed limit is 5 mph.

(2) Give full attention to the operation of the vehicle. Avoid operator distractions, such as using cellular phones, text messaging, etc. while operating a vehicle.

(3) Park in designated areas.

(4) No riding in the beds of trucks, buckets of front end loaders, or tandem riding on vehicles designed for one person operation.

(5) Use safety chains in addition to towing hooks when towing equipment.

(6) Place a light on the rear of equipment being towed during the hours of darkness.

(7) Mark overhanging portions of loads with warning flags or lights.

(8) When driving or using a crane or cherry picker, be cautious around power lines crossing the road and don't position booms closer than 10 feet to overhead high voltage lines.

(9) Ensure electrical work is IAW the National Electric Code.

(10) Upon encountering troop formations on the installation:

(a) Maintain 50-foot distance behind formations until signaled to pass by the troop commander.

When signed to pass troop formation, do not exceed 10 mph while passing.

(b) When passing from the front, proceed without stopping, but slow to 10 mph while passing.

1.6. WEAPONS, FIREARMS, AND AMMUNITION: The contractor personnel are prohibited from possessing weapons, firearms, or ammunition on themselves or within their contractor-owned vehicle(s) or privately-owned vehicle(s) while on the 103rd Airlift Wing installation.

1.7. CONTRACTOR CLEANUP: The contractor shall leave the work area free of all debris generated by this work at the end of each workday and for final cleanup when the job is completed. Work area shall be returned to the government in the same condition of cleanliness existed when received by the contractor. All plumbing fixtures used to clean paint equipment shall be cleaned immediately after the equipment is cleaned of paint, and plumbing fixtures shall be restored to their prior state of cleanliness. Mineral spirits and other flammable liquids shall not be poured into plumbing fixtures, on grass, on plants, or on asphalt. Flammable paints, liquids, and materials will not be stored overnight at facilities other than the contractor storage area.

1.7.1. Dumpsters: The work includes demolition or removal of all construction-related materials indicated or specified. All material and debris shall become the property of the contractor and shall be transported and disposed of off base at the contractor's expense.

(Hazardous waste shall be disposed of as specified). All nonhazardous material shall be disposed of in a permitted landfill and in a legal manner that will not result in liability to the AF. The contractor shall comply with all federal, state and local regulations. If a dumpster is needed for any portion of this project the contractor is to pay for and arrange the delivery and pickup of the dumpster. The 103rd will provide instructions as to where you can place the dumpster at the kickoff meeting.

1.7.2. Trash disposal: The contractor shall dispose of all trash, debris, garbage, etc., from the worksite on a daily basis. Disposal shall conform to all base, local, state, federal guidelines, criteria, and regulations. Paint and material will not be disposed of in base dumpsters. Hazardous waste shall be properly disposed of off the installation.

2. PROPERTY AND SERVICES:

2.1. GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED PROPERTY AND SERVICES: The government shall provide, without cost, the facilities, materials, equipment, and/or services listed below:

2.1.1. Property: None.

2.1.2. Services: None

2.1.3. Utilities: Water and power, may NOT be available on site. The government MAY furnish a location for obtaining water, however it will be the contractor's responsibility to transport and maintain water near work site. It will be the contractor's responsibility to provide any generators necessary based on their requirements for power utilization.

Contractor will be required to provide a Porta-Potty for their use.

2.1.4. Police and Fire Protection:

Phone number: For Emergency Dial 911

2.1.5. References and technical documentation:

2.2. CONTRACTOR-FURNISHED ITEMS:

2.2.1. The contractor shall furnish all necessary supplies, materials, tools, support equipment, labor, and vehicles required to perform all operations required by this Performance Work Statement (PWS).

2.2.2. Materials and supplies: The contractor shall acquire the materials and supplies required for the performance of this contract. The contractor shall bear the cost of all materials and supplies.

2.2.3. Quality of materials and supplies: Materials and supplies purchased shall be of a quality which will adequately and economically serve their intended purpose and meet the intent of this Performance Work Statement. The items supplied shall be standard products of manufacturers regularly engaged in the production of such supplies or materials.

2.2.4. Vehicles: The contractor shall operate vehicles to comply with base traffic regulations.

3. AT/OPSEC

3.1 Access and General Protection/Security Policy and Procedures. This standard language is for contractor employees with an area of performance within Government controlled installation, facility, or area. The contractor shall comply with all applicable installation/facility access and local security policies and procedures, which may be obtained from the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR). The contractor shall also provide all information required for background checks to meet installation access requirements to be accomplished by the local installation's Security Forces, Director of Emergency Services or local Security Office. The contractor shall ensure compliance with all personal identity verification requirements as directed by DoD, HAF and/or local policy.

Should the Force Protection Condition (FPCON) change, the Government may require changes in contractor security matters or processes.

3.2 For Contractors that do not require CAC but require access to a DoD Facility and/or Installation. Contractor and all associated sub-contractor employees shall comply with adjudication standards and procedures using the National Crime Information Center Interstate Identification Index (NCICIII) and Terrorist Screening Database (TSDB) (AFI 10- 245, AFI 31-101 and AFMAN 31-113), applicable installation, facility and area commander installation/facility access and local security policies and procedures (provided by government representative),or, at OCONUS locations, in accordance with status of forces agreements and other theater regulations.

Requirements

The 103 AW, CTANG, has a requirement to paint the C-130H and A-10 Static displays. The contractor shall provide all personnel, tools, equipment, material, supervision, technical expertise, and other related items necessary to perform restoration of the aircraft.

Attachments:

Current C-130 Condition

Proposed C-130 Heritage Paint Scheme without Invasion Stripes

Current A-10 condition and proposed paint scheme