Performance Work Statement EFB Sanitization.pdf

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This is a Performance Work Statement for Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) Sanitization services at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, dated 8 May 2026.

The Air Mobility Command requires hardware modification of thirty (30) 11-inch iPad Air M3 models (Manufacturer Part Number MCA14LL/A) to be sanitized for safe use in aircraft cockpits and cargo areas in compliance with AMCI 11-270 and DAFI 21-101. The contractor must physically and permanently remove the following components from each device: Bluetooth module, Wi-Fi module, cellular module (if applicable), all front and rear-facing cameras, all microphones, and all recording capabilities. The modifications must preserve the functionality of the iPad's screen, processor, and power components. All work shall be performed at the contractor's facility within a 30-day period of performance from contract award.

Deliverables consist of thirty (30) modified EFBs and individual reports for each device (identified by serial number) certifying component removal and detailing work performed. Government quality assurance acceptance criteria include physical inspection to confirm component removal, functional testing to verify core operations (operating system boot, screen display, touch response), connectivity and sensor testing to confirm non-functionality of Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, cellular networks, cameras, and microphones, and report verification for accuracy and completeness. The PWS identifies significant risks including voiding of manufacturer warranty, potential damage to devices during modification (for which the contractor is liable), and possible compromise to built-in security features such as the Secure Enclave if modifications are performed improperly. The contractor must possess expertise in electronics and hardware modification.

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8 May 2026

Performance Work Statement

Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) Sanitization

McConnell AFB, Kansas

1.0 Overview

Currently, Air Mobility Command uses Apple iPads as their Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) for all aircrew, with limited usage, on real-world and exercise 801x missions. In order to allow usage of EFBs in the cockpit and cargo area, as outlined in AMCI 11-270 paragraph 3.13 and DAFI 21- 101_AMCSUP_AMCGM202501, paragraph 1.7.3.12, we request to have thirty (30) EFBs be sanitized to meet the criteria listed below in the scope of work. By removing these capabilities, the aircrews maintain safety of flight with full access to publications in the cockpit, while ensuring we avoid classified spillage, classified messaging incidents, malicious logic, or a COMSEC incident involving an EFB.

2.0 Scope of Work

The contractor shall provide all necessary personnel, labor, materials, and expertise to perform the hardware modifications on thirty (30) Government-Furnished EFBs. The scope of work includes the physical and permanent removal of the following components from each EFB:

• Bluetooth module

• Wi-Fi module

• Cellular module (if applicable)

• All front and rear-facing cameras

• All microphones

• All recording capabilities

The removal of these components must be done in a manner that does not damage the remaining functionality of the iPad's screen, processor, and power components.

3.0 Period of Performance

The period of performance for this contract shall be 30 days from the date of contract award.

4.0 Place of Performance

All work shall be performed at the contractor's facility.

5.0 Government-Furnished Equipment (GFE)

The Government will provide the following to the contractor:

• Thirty (30) 11-inch iPad Air M3 model. Manufacturer Part Number MCA14LL/A

8 May 2026

6.0 Deliverables

The contractor shall deliver the following at the conclusion of the period of performance:

• Thirty (30) modified EFBs with the components listed in Section 2.0 physically removed.

• An individual report for each modified iPad serial number will be provided detailing the work performed and certifying the removal of the specified components.

7.0 Quality Control and Acceptance Criteria

The Government will perform quality assurance checks on all modified iPads. Acceptance of the deliverables will be based on the following criteria:

• Physical Inspection: A visual inspection will be conducted to ensure the specified components have been physically removed.

• Functional Testing: Each iPad will be powered on to verify that the core functions (e.g., operating system boot, screen display, and response to touch) are still operational.

• Connectivity and Sensor Testing: Attempts will be made to connect to Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and cellular networks. The camera and microphone applications will be tested to confirm they are non-functional due to the absence of hardware.

• Report Verification: The reports provided for each device will be reviewed for accuracy and completeness.

8.0 Risks

It is important to note the inherent risks associated with the requested hardware modifications:

• Voiding of Warranty: The physical opening and modification of the iPads will void any existing manufacturer's warranty.

• Risk of Damage: There is a significant risk of damage to the iPads during the component removal process. The contractor will be liable for any damage rendering the devices unusable.

• Security Implications: While the intent is to enhance security by removing components, any improper modification could potentially compromise the device's built-in security features, such as the Secure Enclave

This Performance Work Statement is intended to provide a clear and comprehensive overview of the required work. The contractor is expected to have expertise in electronics and hardware modification to perform these tasks successfully.

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