PWS Fixed Wing Airlift RFI.pdf

Air Education & Training Command (AETC)

Special Warfare Training Wing (SWTW)

Performance Work Statement (PWS) for

Special Warfare Training Operations and Support Services (SWTOS)

Fixed Wing Airlift Support Operations

XX xxx 2022

Table of Contents:

Part Title Page 1 General 5

1.1 Introduction 5

1.2 Background. 5

1.3 Non-Personal Services. 5

1.4 Objectives 5

1.5 Scope of Work. 6

1.6 Contract Structure 6

1.7 Contract Type 7

1.8 Contract Pricing 7

1.9 Limitations on Subcontracting 8

1.10 Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) 9

2 Contract Management 9 3 Program Objectives/Description of Work 9

3.1 Scope 9

3.2 Requirements/Specific Tasks. 10

4 Program Admission and Graduation Requirements 11

4.1 Student Load 11

4.2 Schedule. 11

4.3 Course Master Schedules (CMS). 11

4.4 Long Term Variation. 12

4.5 Training Schedule. 12

5 Tasks/Requirements. 12

5.1 FW Requirements 12

5.2 FW Static Line JM Requirements 17

5.4 Air Support 26

5.5 Risk Mitigation Plan 26

5.6 Quality Control Plan 27

5.7 Desired Personnel Categories/Descriptions/Requirements 27

5.9 Estimated Travel 32

5.10 Trip Reports 33

5.11 Other Direct Costs 34

5.12 Hardware 34

5.13 Green/Sustainable Procurement Practices/Requirements 34

5.14 Warranty Service 36

6 Inspection and Acceptance. 37

6.1 Inspection Terms. 37

6.2 Inspection and Acceptance of Services. 37

GOVERNMENT OBSERVATION 38

7 Deliveries or Performance. 38

7.1 Place of Performance/Hours of Performance 38

7.2 Period of Performance (POP) and FAR Clauses in Full Text or by Reference 40

7.3 Performance Standards and Performance Requirements Summary 40

7.4 Contract Compliance Deliverables Table 42

7.5 Delivery Instructions 42

8 Contract Administration Data 43

8.1 Order Tracking Spreadsheet/Capacity/Level of Effort Tracking 43

8.2 Invoicing/Procedures for Payment 43

8.3 Receiving Agency's Acceptance 45

8.4 Close-out Procedures 46

8.5 Contract Performance Evaluation 46

8.6 Organization Conflict of Interest 47

8.7 Contracting Officer's Representative 49

8.8 Reserved 49

8.9 Insurance 49

8.10 Contractor Responsibility and FAPIIS 50

8.11 Reports 50

8.12 Post Award Small Business Program Re-Representation 51

9 Special Contract Requirements 52

9.1 North American Industry Classification System Code (NAICS) 52

9.2 Homeland Security Presidential Directive-12 (HSPD-12) 52

9.3 Other Considerations 54

9.4 Third Party Schedule Delays of Work on Job Sites 55

9.5 Contractor Observance of Federal Holidays 55

9.6 Ethics and Conduct 56

9.7 Supervision 57

9.8 Transition Plan 57

9.9 Privacy Act 57

9.10 Records/Data 58

9.11 Government Property 58

9.12 Government Furnished Property 58

CONTRACT CLAUSES 62

10 Clause Guidance 62

10.1 Tailored Clause Language 62

10.2 FAR Clauses Incorporated by Reference and Full Test 62

11 List of Appendix 75

11.1 PWS Attachment List 75

11.2 PWS Appendices 75

11.3 Hyperlinks to Applicable Air Force Regulations 75

APPENDIX :1 Definitions 76 APPENDIX 2: Acronyms 77 APPENDIX 3: Quality Assurance Plan 79 APPENDIX 4: Regulations, Policies and Procedures 79 APPENDIX 5: Consent To Purchase (CTP) Form (Travel)

APPENDIX 6: Points Of Contact Appendix A: Change to Definition of High Performance Aircraft Appendix B: SF-1449 Appendix C: Training Schedule TBD

GENERAL INFORMATION

1. General.

1.1 Introduction

The purpose of this PWS is to establish a contract for each of three categories of airlift support services: Fixed Wing (FW) and Fixed Wing Jump Master. These services are required by the Department of Defense (DoD) and the United States Air Force (USAF) AETC for training purposes within the scope of this PWS. The Contractor shall provide fuel, personnel, equipment, tools, material, maintenance, and supervision necessary to perform air operations located within the Continental United States (CONUS).

1.2 Background

Current DoD military FW training air support does not have the capacity to support DoD, AETC training requirements. Additionally, military air support is tasked with operational requirements that prevent consistent access to training assets. This makes it increasingly difficult to schedule and plan training with local assets that have higher operational priorities resulting in the inability to meet training requirements. Contracted aircraft support shall provide reliable and consistent access to necessary assets to support day/night air operations that include: Static Line (SL) parachuting; Military Free Fall (MFF) parachuting; water jumps/operations; and Terminal Area Control (TAC) training. The Contractor shall provide platforms, crews, support staff required to perform Parachute operations (parachute packing, parachute repair, oxygen maintenance, pilot services, aircraft maintenance) associated with the delivery of airlift support under coordination with the Government Organization, Contracting Officer Representative (COR) and Contracting Officer (CO).

1.3 NON-PERSONAL SERVICES. This contract is a non-personal services contract as defined by FAR Subpart 37.101. Contractor personnel rendering services under this contract are not subject to supervision or control by Government personnel. The Contractor shall be responsible for the supervision of the Contractor employees.

1.4 Objectives

The main objective of the airlift contract is to provide the AF consistent and safe aircraft support to the Special Warfare (SW) Apprentice Course and Major Command (MAJCOM) training. This program shall provide consistent, safe, and reliable aircraft support that will allow the AF to meet their Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC) curriculum requirements. FW aircraft will conduct day and night airdrop operations over land and water. FW aircraft must meet Air Mobility Command (AMC) paratroop airdrop list and/or Commercial Air Review Board (CARB) safety requirements. FW aircraft must also meet the training and configurations required for paratroop airdrop and training bundle operations. FW platform must maintain the applicable certificates for airdrop services during contract performance.

1.5 Scope of Work

The Contractor shall provide all services necessary to conduct aircraft lift support to the Pararescue (PJ)/Combat Rescue Officer (CRO) and Combat Control (CCT)/Special Tactics Officer (STO) Schoolhouses. The purpose of this contract is to ensure that all required PJ / CCT / CRO / STO candidates receive the required air support for day / night, land / water, SL, MFF which includes High Altitude, Low Opening (HALO) and High Altitude, High Opening (HAHO), Cargo Delivery System (CDS), medevac training, mission planning, real world support to medical emergencies (life, limb, eyesight or urgent transport during training iterations), and Terminal Area Control (TAC) / Call for Fire (CFF) instruction to complete the curriculum requirements provided in the Career Field Education and Training Plan (CFETP). The aircraft shall be provided to the Government fully configured for the operations scheduled. All hardware connected to the aircraft will be Contractor configured and provided to the activity supported.

1.6 Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR)

The specific rights and responsibilities of the COR shall be described in writing, which upon request, shall be provided to the Contractor at the Task Order (TO) level. A COR has no actual, apparent, or implied authority to bind the Government. CORs will be appointed in writing and the contractor will receive a copy of the COR Designation letter(s).

2. Contract Management

The SWTOS IDIQ will govern the execution and reporting requirements of this PWS. The Military Liaison Officer (MLO), COR, and SWTW/A3 under the cognizance of AETC, are responsible for technical management of this program.

3. Description of Work

To ensure that all students receive the required training, the Contractor shall provide all personnel, aircraft (FW), support systems (e.g. night vision goggles [NVGs], aircrew oxygen systems, aircrew supplemental oxygen, SL cables, SL retrieval system, tie in points, etc.), maintenance and fuel for aircraft for air operations as defined in this PWS. The Government will have command authority over the students.

3.1 Requirements/Specific Tasks.

The Contractor shall support the USAF with FW aircraft including, personnel, equipment, tools, material, maintenance, and supervision necessary to perform CONUS air operations. These requirements shall necessitate a commiserate degree of flexibility on the part of the Contractor with regard to aircraft operations and workload scheduling, mission/flight preparations, and the actual execution of the performance and performance quality of the services iterated throughout this PWS.

The unique mission/flight parameters and strict aviation safety requirements required for contract performance shall necessitate the Contractor provide FW aircraft with rear ramp parachute exit capability, side paratroop door that is able to be opened/closed in flight, and configuration ready to support (both MFF, SL, and Container Delivery System [CDS] parachute operations). FW aircraft shall meet the FAA and AMC safety requirements for paratroop airdrop operations and shall be listed on the paratroop air carrier listing.

During medevac scenario training, the aircraft will have reduced cargo capacity due to litter-borne patients and medical gear (i.e. oxygen and medical bags) accompanying them. Personnel transportation will be limited to less than 25 miles from point of take off.

NOTE: The government intents to avoid crossing into Part 135

Real world support to medical emergencies is defined as life, limb, eyesight, or urgent medical transport of student(s) or instructor staff. During mission planning, medical plans will be reviewed to include use of RW/FW assets and nearest evacuation sites, hospitals, etc. Patients shall be moved in coordination with instructors and primary medical personnel on sight.

Mission planning requirements shall consist of pre- and post-mission analysis, safety planning, cargo planning, training scenario, and mission specific considerations. Time required for mission planning typically varies from 60-120 minutes depending on the complexity of the training scenarios, weather, and terrain factors. The Government is responsible for any final mission planning products for training scenarios. Contractor aircrew, military instructors, and military students are expected to participate in the mission planning scenarios.

AETC requires an estimated annual total of ~634 (FW hours) and ~80 (Fixed Wing Jump Master hours) to support mission qualification, and currency training. Pilots and aircrews shall perform night operations using NVGs. Contractor shall ensure the pilots and aircrew are trained and current in NVGs flying operations. Training qualifications shall be captured in the Contractor’s training records.

NOTE: Final requirements may or may not required FW pilots to utilize NVG’s.

Note: Refer to section below (Personnel Categories) for estimated hours.

Aircraft support durations: FW will be four hours prior to refueling (NOTE:This will change based on altitude, temperature, cargo/passenger weight). Refer to section below (Flight Duration).

4. Program Admission and Graduation Requirements.

4.1 Student Load. The projected student load and master schedule estimates are provided below Student loads may be accelerated, or decelerated within Government financial and student scheduling constraints, when the Contractor is capable of accepting an increased student load. In spite of the best forecasting efforts, deviations may occur. The Contractor shall honor short-term (calendar quarter) variations of approximately + / - 20 students. Should variations exceed 20 students; a 60-calendar day notification will be given to the Contractor to allow time to adjust personnel and schedules. The Government will allow maximum flexibility to the Contractor should the student load estimate increase by more than 40 students per event. The Contractor is expected to coordinate with the Government to handle these deviations as they occur.

4.2 Schedule. The Contractor may request that the number of training days scheduled be modified to improve efficiency of operations. Normally, training days are Monday through Friday. Weekends and holidays may only be scheduled as training days with the approval of the Lift Support Program Manager (PM) and COR. The Contractor shall coordinate with the COR and user to develop the schedule and operating procedures.

4.3 Course Master Schedules (CMS). The sample sites training estimate is included and details the estimated locations, quantity of events, and daily schedule of events required to meet the learning and performance objectives. Annual schedules are created in April of the prior year.

See Attachment 1a.

4.4 Long-Term Variation. It is the intention of the Government to provide a steady number of users from ~300-450 students per calendar year. The Government reserves the right to surge up to an additional 300 students per year, as required to accommodate student throughput.

4.5 Training Schedule. HQ AETC COR will establish training start and stop dates with the Contractor and program those dates into the Training Planning System (TPS). The Government shall make every attempt to provide the Contractor with not less than two weeks’ notice of unscheduled mission iteration to be performed under the contract.

4.5.1 FW pilots shall receive a Contractor developed airdrop check ride that meets the intent of the United States Parachute Association (USPA) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) at least once every 18 months. This shall be documented in an “Instructor Training Jacket” to allow a single site that the Government and the Contractor can use to track training levels and currency of the providers. The Contractor shall also capture NVG training and familiarity. The Contractor shall also certify that their crews meet the FAA and USPA requirements for these types of operations. All pilots shall ensure familiarity with operating procedures used at each training site.

5. Tasks/Requirements Section 5 will outline the following three tasks for this contract:

● Task 1: FW Requirements

● Task 2: FW Static Line Jump Master

5.1 Task 1 - FW Requirements

5.1.1 Operating Instructions

5.1.1.1 Aircraft will operate primarily out of airfields with improved surfaces, but shall be capable of conducting air operations out of unimproved surfaces as defined in the Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) / Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM).

5.1.2 Operation of Aircraft

5.1.2.1 All systems shall be maintained in accordance with (IAW) the aircraft, airframe, engine and avionics as per manufacturers’ specifications. Contractor shall maintain Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)/FAA technical bulletin documentation on the aircraft provision for annual inspection.

5.1.2.2 A GFR and GGFR and/or their designated representative shall perform an annual inspection of aircraft operations, flight crew certification/currency and qualifications, and aircraft maintenance procedures. This inspection shall commence no later than (NLT) six months after award of contract. The inspection shall be under the general guidelines of the procedures contained in the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) Tri-Service Instruction 8210 series entitled “Contractor’s Flight and Ground Operations” in effect on the date of contract award. This shall be applicable to the primary contractor and any sub-contractors.

5.1.2.3 Definitions contained in 14 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 1 apply to all situations and conditions related to flight operations, aircraft maintenance, and flight crew certifications and qualifications, except as noted or defined otherwise herein.

5.1.2.4 The aircraft shall carry a valid FAA airworthiness certificate for non-public use activities that are similar to the mission required to be performed under this PWS for the duration of the contract. The aircraft shall be operated and maintained as civil aircraft and follow current FAR and DODI 4500.53 “The DoD Commercial Air Transportation Quality and Safety Review Program pursuant to Section 2640 of Title 10, United States Code (U.S.C.).” All pilots and crew shall be FAA certified.

5.1.2.5 Installation and infrastructure modifications and flight approvals to carry any external stores must be FAA Supplemental Type Certificates (STC), or OEM, or Designated Engineering Representative (DER)/Designated Airworthiness Representative (DAR) airworthiness certified. The contractor shall provide applicable FAA-STC, DER, DAR, or OEM approval airworthiness certification for all aircraft.

5.1.2.6 All aircraft shall be operated IAW applicable Government aeronautical regulations, including U.S. Navy (USN), USAF, United States Marine Corps (USMC), and local military flying directives. The Contractor shall comply with DoD requirements for operation of civil aircraft in support of military operations. Contractor shall submit the DD Form 2400 “Civil Aircraft Certificate of Insurance;” DD Form 2401 “Civil Aircraft Landing Permit;” and DD Form 2402 “Civil Aircraft Hold Harmless Agreement” through the (to be determined at TO award). These agreements and any other that may be specified shall be kept current during the entire period of operations under the contract. Aircraft approved under this contract are considered transient military aircraft and not subject to landing fees at DoD controlled airfields.

5.1.2.7 Designated onsite Contractor safety officer or designated safety representative shall report all aircraft accidents and incidents immediately to the PM, CO, AETC COR/Quality Assurance Program Coordinator (QAPC) and the Commanding Officer (if on a military range/installation) IAW the Mishap/Incident Response Guidance (M/IRG).

5.1.2.8 This procedure provides a standardization guide for initial reporting required in the event of an aviation mishap/incident, non-aviation mishap, or event requiring special reporting involving aircraft or personnel under the cognizance of HQ AETC. The M/IRG covers mishap reporting procedures and is applicable during periods of supporting tasking directed by the HQ AETC when operating from military bases for transit or permanent basing. The senior Contractor representative at the mishap/incident site shall contact the supported location Customer Lead, COR, and CO listed in the TO. These individuals, in turn, will contact the appropriate offices.

Any person who has knowledge of a mishap or incident involving injury to personnel, damage to Government property or aircraft operating under AETC Commercial Air Services’ contract and/or TO shall also report the facts.

5.1.2.9 The Contractor shall provide the following information at a minimum to the PM, COR, CO, and unit supported: name of person reporting; best method of communications; what happened; type of incident; number of people involved; numbers and types of injuries (as applicable); location, date, and time of incident (local time and Zulu time); describe actions taken; and any other details as they appeared to the person reporting the incident.

5.1.2.10 The Contractor is directed not to leave messages but to keep calling until contact is made with a SW representative.

5.1.2.11 The aircraft Contractor Site Manager shall have a copy of the Base Safety Officer, Operations Officer, and Emergency Response units mishap/incident procedures. The Contractor shall coordinate and ensure that crash/fire/rescue is in place prior to operations.

5.1.2.12 Any and all accidents/damage to the aircraft which occur during operation of the aircraft and contributing factor shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. All costs to repair or replace aircraft parts and all additional ferry costs or travel costs that occur as a result of the accident shall be borne by the Contractor. Responsibility for any damage to aircraft that results from other than pilot error shall be the responsibility of the Contractor.

5.1.3 Equipment Requirements

5.1.3.1 Tactical aircraft must comply with the following requirements:

5.1.3.2 FW aircraft shall be paratroop air carrier listed or CARB certified, and they shall maintain these certifications for the duration of the contract period of performance.

5.1.3.3 Be equipped with communications and navigation capability as required by the FAA and International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) equipment pre-requisites. The Contractor shall be solely responsible to provide such equipment.

5.1.3.4 Maintain a complete set of wiring and schematic diagrams covering all equipment installed onboard the aircraft. This information shall be available at the home base and at permanent operating sites and available for Government inspection. The Government shall consider specific installation designs and concepts as Contractor proprietary and shall not be provided to other Contractors.

5.1.3.5 All aircraft (unless otherwise specified) shall be capable of the following:

5.1.3.5.1 FW aircraft shall conduct SL, MFF, operations from a tail ramp. Aircraft will have a side paratroop door that is able to be opened/closed in flight. Aircraft shall be capable of flying at 18,000 feet MSL and have a minimum of 16 seats installed (e.g.

approved side fold-up seats), rigged for SL/MFF Paradrop operations, with an allowable cabin floor load capable of transporting 12 combat equipped jumpers and two jump masters per mission/flight iteration.

5.1.3.5.2 Aircraft shall have the flexibility to transport passengers and cargo weighing a minimum of 3,500 lbs. at +10 degrees Celsius for two hours non-stop during Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) conditions. Aircraft shall be able to operate from an unimproved 3,000 ft. runway at sea level. Personnel transportation will be limited to less than 25 miles from point of take off.

NOTE: In the final PWS, the government intends to attempt to stay within Part 91 General Aviation.

5.1.3.5.5 One type of FAA approved navigation system such as a Tactical Air Navigation (TACAN), Automatic Direction Finder (ADF) Receiver System, with ADF indicator; Very High Frequency (VHF) Omni Directional Range (VOR); Global Positioning Systems (GPS)/Long Range Navigation (LORAN), etc. A GPS shall be available for operations in remote areas where other navigational aids are not available.

5.1.3.5.6 At least one VHF radio.

5.1.3.5.7 At least one Ultra High Frequency (UHF) radio.

5.1.3.5.8 Air-to-Air TACAN (desired, not required).

5.1.3.5.9 NVG flight and operations. Aircrew and cabin configuration shall be configured in a safe manner suitable to support night operations with NVGs.

Note: Contractor shall have NVGs available and on hand for all contractor aircrew members.

5.1.3.6 The Contractor shall ensure that the local base fire department receives an indoctrination of the Contractor’s type aircraft supporting the operation.

5.1.3.7 The Contractor shall ensure their pilots are familiar with local range procedures and processes, to ensure the aircraft are providing safe and properly coordinated operations and support.

5.1.4 Personnel

5.1.4.1 All Contractor personnel shall be evaluated and qualified by the Contractor as meeting USAF minimum standards as stated herein for technical proficiency. The training courses that the contract supports are considered “high-risk,” and as such, AETC 351st and 352nd Tactical Squadron/Commander retain the right to assess the Contractor’s behavior and, if appropriate, has the authority to interrupt/delay the Contractor from conducting operations for safety reasons at no additional cost to the Government. In such cases, the CO must be notified immediately and further action will be coordinated between the Contractor’s POC and the AETC/COR. In all cases, AETC personnel will work with the aircrew to determine work priorities for the Contractor.

5.1.4.2 The Contractor shall provide fully qualified pilots and aircrew who demonstrate experience in parachute and TAC training, and have the requisite background specified within this PWS, along with support services as designated in the contract. Services support consists of aircraft, flight crew, USPA certified instructors, FAA certified riggers, maintenance, and fuel for AETC support. USAF or other DoD personnel receiving training under this contract will possess the necessary prerequisite training and skills for the courses.

NOTE: The government recognizes the difficulty in finding pilots with both airdrop and TAC experience. This will most likely be amended.

5.1.4.3 The CMS, provided within the Air Operations Plan of Instruction (POI) are a breakout of AETC’s current curriculum schedules and provides: a period by period breakdown of the subject matter of the course; the sequence of the instructional program; the time allocated to each subject; the time specified for theory and practical instruction; and the student to instructor ratio for each period. The POI and CMS provides the Contractor a rough schedule of events for training requirements. The Contractor shall coordinate with the users to finalize, deconflict, and coordinate the schedules to meet training objectives at the various training locations.

5.1.4.5. PJ/CRO Course Requirements:

5.1.4.5.1 Airlift schoolhouse Specialty Training Standards (STS) requirements PJ Course Fixed Wing requirements; IAW PJ, 1Z1 (CFETP) line items:

5.1.4.5.1.1 Handle Patients & Litters in Aircraft

5.1.4.5.1.2 Configure Aircraft with Pararescue Mission Equipment & Litters

5.1.4.5.1.3 Day Water Full Equipment SL Round

5.1.4.5.1.4 Day Water Full Equipment MFF

5.1.4.5.1.5 Day Land Full Equipment SL Round

5.1.4.5.1.6 Day Land Full Equipment O2 HALO

5.1.4.5.1.7 Canopy Control

5.1.4.5.1.8 Perform Scenario-Based SIT Medical Exercises in FW Aircraft

5.1.4.5.2 CRO Course FW requirements: IAW CRO, 19Z, CFETP Line Items:

5.1.4.5.2 .1 Day Water Full Equipment SL Round

5.1.4.5.2 .2 Day Water Full Equipment MFF

5.1.4.5.2 .3 Day Land Full Equipment SL Round

5.1.4.5.2 .4 Day Land Full Equipment O2 HALO

5.1.4.5.2 .5 Canopy Control

5.1.4.5.3.1 Perform Command/Control Duties During CSAR Missions:

5.1.4.5.3.1.1 Perform emergency FW call for fire

5.1.4.5.3.1.2 Communicate Force Disposition

5.1.4.5.3.1.3 Communicate Hazards

5.1.4.5.3.1.4 Communicate Resource Disposition

5.1.4.5.3.1.5 Use Electronic and Visual Marking

NOTE: The government intends to update this section with current CFETP language, recognizing that new CFETP language may be posted in the next 6~12 months.

5.1.4.5.5 CCT/STO Course Requirements IAW CCT/STO, 1C2/13C, CFETP Line Items:

5.1.4.5.5.1 Day helo fast-rope insertion;

5.1.4.5.5.2 Night helo fast-rope insertion;

5.1.4.5.5.3 Perform day combat equipment jump;

5.1.4.5.5.4 Perform night combat equipment jump;

5.1.4.5.5.5 Perform Static Line Jump Master duties; and

5.1.4.5.5.6 Plan and execute Jump Master Directed (JMD) procedures

5.2 Task 2 – FW Static Line Jump Master Requirements

5.2.1 Operating Instructions

5.2.1.1 Aircraft will operate primarily out of airfields with improved surfaces, but shall be capable of conducting air operations out of unimproved surfaces as defined in the Federal Aviation Regulations/AIM. Air drop operations will be conducted both day and night, over land and water.

5.2.2 Operation of Aircraft

5.2.2.1 All systems must be maintained IAW the aircraft, airframe, engine and avionics as per manufacturers’ specifications. Contractor shall maintain OEM/FAA technical bulletin documentation on the aircraft provision for annual inspection.

5.2.2.2 A GFR and GGFR and/or their designated representative will perform an annual inspection of aircraft operations, flight crew certification/currency and qualifications and aircraft maintenance procedures. This inspection will commence within six months after award of contract and will be under the general guidelines of the procedures contained in the DCMA Tri- Service Instruction 8210 series entitled “Contractor’s Flight and Ground Operations” in effect on the date of contract award. This will be applicable to the primary contractor and any sub-contractors.

5.2.2.3 Definitions contained in 14 CFR Part 1 apply to all situations and conditions related to flight operations, aircraft maintenance, and flight crew certifications and qualifications, except as noted or defined otherwise herein.

5.2.2.4 The aircraft shall carry a valid FAA airworthiness certificate for Non-public use activities that are similar to the mission required to be performed under this PWS for the duration of the contract. The aircraft shall be operated and maintained as civil aircraft and follow current Federal Aviation Regulation and DODI 4500.53. All pilots and crew shall be FAA certified and the contractor shall validate and document the pilots are familiar with USPA parachute operations for the aircraft flown.

5.2.2.5 Installation and infrastructure modifications and flight approvals to carry any external stores must be FAA STC or OEM or DER/DAR airworthiness certified. The contractor shall provide applicable FAA-STC or DER or DAR or OEM approval airworthiness certification for aircraft.

All aircraft shall be operated in accordance with applicable Government aeronautical regulations, including U.S. Navy (USN), United States Air Force (USAF), United States Marine Corps (USMC) 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. 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 through the (to be determined at contract award). These agreements and any other that may be specified must be kept current during the entire period of operations under the contract.

Aircraft approved under this contract are considered transient military aircraft and not subject to landing fees at DoD controlled airfields.

5.2.2.6 Designated onsite Contractor safety officer or designated safety representative will report all aircraft accidents and incidents immediately to the PM, CO, AETC COR/QAP, and if on a military range, the Commanding Officer IAW the M/IRG.

5.2.2.7 This procedure provides a standardization guide for initial reporting required in the event of an aviation Mishap/Incident, non-aviation mishap or event requiring special reporting involving aircraft or personnel under the cognizance of HQ AETC. The M/IRG covers mishap reporting procedures and is applicable during periods of supporting tasking directed by the HQ AETC when operating from military bases for transit or permanent basing. The senior contractor’s representative at the mishap/incident site will contact the Supported location Customer lead, COR and CO listed below immediately; they in turn will contact the appropriate offices.

5.2.2.8 They will provide the following information at a minimum to the PM, COR and unit supported. Name of person reporting, best method of communications, What happened, type of incident, quantity of people involved, numbers and types of injuries as applicable, location, date and time of incident (Local time and Zulu time), describe actions taken, details as they appeared to the person reporting the incident.

5.2.2.9 Any person who has knowledge of a mishap or incident involving injury to personnel, damage to Government property or aircraft operating under AETC Commercial Air Services’ contracts shall immediately report the facts in subparagraph above to the Program Manager’s Office. The senior contractor’s representative at the mishap/incident site will contact the unit supported lead, and AETC COR. Do not leave messages. Call until you make contact with an AETC representative. While in support of AETC operations the Contractor will follow the notification guidance for the AETC location supported.

5.2.2.10 The aircraft contractor site manager will have a copy of the Base Safety Officer, Operations Officer, and Emergency Response units Mishap/Incident procedures. The contractor will coordinate and ensure that Crash/Fire/Rescue is in place prior to operations.

5.2.2.11 Any and all accidents/damage to the aircraft which occur during operation of the aircraft shall be the responsibility of the contractor. All costs to repair or replace aircraft parts and all additional ferry costs or travel costs that occur as a result of the accident shall be borne by the Contractor. Responsibility for any damage to aircraft that results from other than pilot error will be the responsibility of the Contractor.

5.2.3 Equipment Requirements

5.2.3.1 Tactical aircraft must comply with the following requirements:

5.2.3.2 FW aircraft will be DoD approved paratroop air carrier listed or CARB certified, and they will maintain their certifications for the duration of the contract period of performance.

5.2.3.3 Be equipped with communications and navigation capability as required by the FAA and International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) equipment pre-requisites, and shall be solely responsible to provide such equipment.

5.2.3.4 Maintain a complete set of wiring and schematic diagrams covering all equipment installed onboard the aircraft. This information will be available at the home base and at permanent operating sites and available for Government inspection. The Government shall consider specific installation designs and concepts as contractor proprietary and shall not be provided to other contractors.

5.2.3.5 SL JM support aircraft shall be capable of the following:

5.2.3.5.1 FW aircraft shall be capable of flying at static line deployment altitudes and airspeeds and have a minimum of 8 seats installed (e.g. approved side fold-up seats), rigged for SL Paradrop operations, with an allowable cabin floor load capable of transporting minimum 6 combat equipped jumpers and two (2) JMs per mission/flight iteration.

5.2.3.5.2 Aircraft shall have the flexibility to transport passengers and cargo weighing a minimum of 3,000 lbs. at +10 degrees Celsius for two hours non-stop during Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) condition. Aircraft must be able to operate from an unimproved 3,000 ft.

runway at sea level.

5.2.3.5.3 Aircraft shall be able to support SL cable connections and configured to support the type of operation planned using Contractor provided equipment.

5.2.4 Personnel

5.2.4.1 All prospective contractor personnel must be evaluated and qualified by the

Contractor as meeting USAF minimum standards as stated herein for technical proficiency. The training courses that the contract will support are considered “high-risk,” and as such, AETC 352 SW TS/Commanders (CCs) retain the right to assess the Contractor’s behavior and, if appropriate, has the authority to interrupt/delay the Contractor from conducting operations for safety reasons at no additional cost to the Government. In such cases, the CO shall be notified immediately and further action will be coordinated between the Contractor’s POC and the AETC/COR. In all cases, AETC personnel will work with the aircrew to determine work priorities for the Contractor.

5.2.4.2 The Contractor shall provide fully qualified pilots and aircrew who demonstrate experience in parachute air drop training, and have the requisite background specified within this PWS, along with support services as designated in the contract. Services support consists of aircraft, flight crew, maintenance and fuel for AETC support. Air Force or other DoD personnel receiving training under this contract will possess the necessary prerequisite training and skills for the courses.

5.2.4.3 The CMS, provided within the SL JM POI are a breakout of AETC’s current curriculum schedules and provide a period-by-period breakdown of the subject matter of the course. In this portion of the contract, the POI and CMS provides the Contractor a rough schedule of events for training requirements. The Contractor shall coordinate with the users to finalize, de-conflict and coordinate the schedules to meet training objectives at the various training locations.

5.2.4.4 The Contractor shall provide all direct labor, supervision, FW aircraft, maintenance, and all other items and services (not specifically identified herein to be Government-furnished). The Contractor shall provide the stated number of full-time pilots and aircrew for each class as stated in the POI. In addition, the Contractor shall provide all support personnel as required to provide the parachute training IAW this PWS and the standard generally acceptable to the Military Aviation Industry performing related or similar requirements.

5.2.4.5 This PWS sets forth the requirements for providing aircraft lift support for the Combat Control schoolhouse located at and around Pope Army Air Field (AAF), with SL JM course support conducting 4-5 classes annually.

5.4 Air Support

The Contractor shall provide the air support IAW applicable AFI and Specials Operations Command (SOCOM) manuals for to insertion and extraction techniques. The aircrew shall provide a safe and functional aircraft IAW CFR and FAA mandates. The Contractor shall coordinate schedules with the user to ensure their training goals and objectives are met.

5.5 Risk Mitigation Plan

A risk mitigation plan shall be provided. The Contractor shall define the risk management methodology to be used, identify the risk assumptions, and establish the roles and responsibilities, and the timeframes upon award of contract. The Contractor shall define the risk communications and risk tracking process.

5.6 Quality Control Plan (QCP).

The Contractor shall develop a QCP providing methods of surveillance the Contractor will utilize to monitor performance. The QCP shall be developed using the Contractor’s internal quality control methods and shall address surveillance of all deliverables. The Contractor shall develop and implement procedures to identify, prevent, and ensure non-recurrence of defective services. The Contractor shall develop and maintain a quality process to ensure services are performed IAW commonly accepted commercial practices, existing quality control systems, and the requirements defined within the PWS. The Contractor may modify the Performance Requirements Summary (PRS) minimum standards of performance compliance as appropriate to improve the required compliance level; however, the compliance levels may not be adjusted down. The Contractor shall maintain substantiating evidence that services conform to contract quality requirements and furnish such information to the Government if requested. The QCP shall be revised, updated and submitted to the CO and COR for approval NLT 15 days after contract a.ward. Reference “Airlift Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP).

5.7 Desired Personnel Categories / Descriptions / Requirements

5.7.1 Pilot: All pilots for DoD airdrop operations, at a minimum, shall possess the following qualifications:

5.7.1.1 The Captain shall have a minimum of 200 hours in type of aircraft flown and, first officer (if required to operate the type of platform selected) shall pass the Contractor developed check ride for the type of aircraft flown. Pilots shall carry a current FAA Commercial Pilot's license, be familiar and certified to meet the USPA pilot airdrop qualification, and be instrument and multi-engine rated (not limited to center line thrust).

5.7.1.2 The Pilot in Command (PIC) shall have a minimum of 200 hours as PIC in aircraft type. The PIC must have performed the required airborne operations or have received instruction and a currency signoff, and deemed safe to conduct the operation from the CFI, Government instructor pilot, or company check pilot prior to execution of the task.

5.7.1.3 Pilots supporting airdrop operations shall receive an airdrop check ride a minimum of once every 18 months from AETC A3Q. The airdrop check ride will evaluate the flight planning, briefings, aircraft maintenance, flight operations (pre-, in-, and post-flight), and airdrop operations. The check ride will evaluate safety, compliance to Contractor developed checklists, and USPA pilot airdrop qualification standards.

NOTE: It is possible that the government may remove this requirements.

5.7.1.4 If the aircraft requires two pilots, first officer/co-pilot will be held to the same requirements as the PIC with the exception of the total hours required in type of aircraft. The minimum hours required in type of aircraft for the first officer is 50 hours.

5.7.2 Aircrew: Shall be familiar and deemed safe to conduct the operations by CFI, Government instructor pilot, or company check pilot prior to execution of the task.

5.7.2.1 Contract MFF Instructors: Shall be current USPA AFF Instructors and experienced in the type of operations in which they are utilized. Units utilizing instructors under this contract will comply with requirements listed in AFI 10-3503 Ch. 9.7. Civilian Parachutists.

5.7.3 Riggers: Shall be familiar and deemed safe to pack main and reserve parachutes IAW

FAA and manufacturer guidelines. Contract riggers supporting training will receive a pack class from a SW assigned rigger qualified in the system for each parachute system they will be expected to pack. Individual training will be documented in the training jacket as well as each packed parachute shall have the packing log signed off by the rigger. The riggers supporting air operations shall be responsible to pack and repack SL round, Military Ram Air Parachute Systems, NTRAPS, COTS RAPS.

5.7.4 Program Manager: The Contractor shall provide a PM responsible for performance.

Both the primary PM and alternate(s) shall be designated in writing to the COR and CO NLT 15 days prior to contract and/or TO performance start. The PM, or alternate(s), shall be physically present during scheduled flying. The Supervisor of Flying Operations/Senior Aircrew flying member act as the PM’s alternate as long as properly designated in writing. The PM or alternate(s) shall have full authority to act for the Contractor on all contract matters relating to daily operation of this contract. The PM or alternate(s) shall be on-site during normal hours of operation and available within two hours to meet with Government personnel.

5.7.5 Air Lift Aircraft Requirement Specifications. The Contractor shall use aircraft meeting the required standards to execute this contract. If the Contractor uses more than one type of aircraft instructors, JMs, and students will require familiarization training on each type of aircraft prior to operations. The Government specifies the following as a minimum for lift aircraft specifications:

5.7.5.1 Minimum Requirement – All aircraft FW shall meet all of the minimum requirements listed below to be considered acceptable by the Government to execute.

Higher requirements may be required when the Contractor operates from an airfield that normally experiences density altitudes above 8,000 feet. For example: Kirtland AFB regularly experiences increased density altitudes during the summer months.

5.7.5.2 FAA certification required for normal category or higher. Any aircraft not previously certified shall be certified prior to training/mission use.

5.7.5.3 Aircraft takeoff and landing requirements: During takeoff and landings, each jumper/passenger is required to have a seat belt.

5.7.6 Aircraft Weight & Balance: For Center of Gravity (CG) and maximum FW takeoff weight considerations: as light as two jumpers weighing 240 pounds each, as heavy as 8 jumpers weighing 3,000 pounds (375 per jumper includes uniform, boots, helmet, parachute, combat equipment, O2 equipment, and 40 pound JM kit, but does not include survival equipment stored on the aircraft). The actual personnel load will vary based on the type of platform provided and the course requirements/mission flown.

NOTE: The government recognizes the difficulty in meeting this requirement, and interested vendors may anticipate revision to it.

5.7.7 Flight Duration: FW aircraft must be able to fly a 4.0 hour training sortie plus 30 minutes fuel reserve. On station time is the time overhead the training area in support of the courses. Flight time to and from fuel is separate from the two hours of training time needed over the students.

NOTE: The government anticipates that this requirement may be revised to accommodate difficulty in anticipating accurate flight times

5.8 Travel

Contractor employees may be required to travel for the purpose of program reviews, training support, and unscheduled aircraft maintenance.

All travel shall be scheduled, to the greatest extent possible, at least two weeks in advance, and shall be approved by the COR prior to making travel reservations. All travel shall be coordinated and approved on the Consent to Purchase (CTP) form, Appendix 5 of this document. If travel is not approved in advance of the travel taking place, the Government will not reimburse for the travel expenses. Emergency requirements shall be defined/initiated and approved/validated by the COR. All travel shall be IAW the Federal Travel Regulation (FTR) and all lodging shall be at or below allowable, published lodging rates for the respective locality. The Contractor shall locate and utilize the airport that will provide the lowest total cost of travel. Excessive travel costs shall not be allowed.

In the event lodging is not available at or below the published lodging rates , the Contractor shall request approval by submitting a complete explanation of the circumstances in advance of the travel dates, and the backup documentation from at least three hotels in the TDY location to substantiate the unavailability claim form, directly to the COR. Travel charges over and above allowable lodging rates and/or per diem without proper approval and support documentation from three lodging facilities, shall be paid at the expense of the Contractor. The Contractor shall make every effort to stay at hotels that are below the Government rate, negotiate the lowest airfares and car rentals, and shall plan travel as far in advance as possible.

NOTE: The Government reserves the right to audit, thus; the Contractor shall keep on file all support documentation for travel made on behalf of the Government.

5.9 Trip Reports

The Contractor shall submit Trip Reports NLT five working days after completion of a trip for all long distance travel and for local travel when requested by Government Task Lead located at Operation centers.

The Trip Report shall include the following information:

Number and names of personnel who traveled; dates of travel; destination(s); purpose of trip; TO effort supported and TO number; MAJCOM supported (if applicable); training (be specific); actual trip costs, fuel expended in support of the activity; approval authority; summary of events (as required describe any challenges experienced, issues, discussions, recommendations); status and accountability of ITAR controlled items; and any proposed improvements that could make the overall process more effective and efficient.

5.10 Other Direct Costs (ODCs) ODCs are defined as items/services that are not on contract, pre-priced, and proven fair and reasonable at time of award. ODCs and are fully incorporated into the contract through the CTP form (see Appendix 5). Due to the rapid changes in the technology, the contract will allow flexibility to add emerging technology and other materials and services to the contract, as the need becomes known. The cognizant COR and CO will make a determination that the items/services are within scope and will take the necessary steps to negotiate and add materials and or services as needed throughout the life of the contract.

Note: All equipment and materials purchased by the Contractor for direct support and use under this contract and TOs shall be returned to the Government at the end of the period of performance.

6.0 DELIVERIES OR PERFORMANCE

6.1 Place of Performance/Hours of Performance

Work should be performed on (or in the vicinity of) both military installations and commercial airports in the CONUS. See list of potential primary and alternate locations below. These locations are subject to change based on AETC/SWTW mission requirements.

Primary Locations:

- Pope AAF / Fort Bragg (FW) (ICAO: KPOB & KFBG) KPOB – Pope AAF, 12 miles NW of Fayetteville, North Carolina; and KFBG – Simmons AAF, 1 mile East of Fort Bragg, NC

-- 3-4x FW JM trips per year, 20-30 hours per trip, (FW, ~120 hours)

- Patrick SFB, FL (FW) (ICAO: KCOF)

KCOF – Patrick Space Force Base, 3 miles S of Cocoa Beach, FL;

-- 2x FW trips per year, 10-20 hours per trip. (FW, ~40 hours)

- Coolidge, AZ (FW Only) (ICAO: P08)

P08 – Coolidge Municipal Airport, 5 miles SE of Coolidge, AZ;

-- 4-5x FW trips per year, 35-45 hours per trip. (FW, ~225 hours)

- Lackland AFB, TX (FW Only) (ICAO: KSKF)

KSKF – Kelly Field Airport, 4 miles SW of S San Antonio, TX;

-- 3-4x FW trips per year, 25-30 hours per trip. (FW, ~120 hours)

Alternate Locations:

- Hurlburt Field, FL (FW Only) (ICAO: KHRT) KHRT – Hurlburt Field Airport, 2 miles E of Mary Esther, FL

-- 1-2x FW trips per year, 20-30 hours per trip. (FW, ~60 hours)

- Lake Havasu, AZ (FW) (ICAO: KHII) KHII – Lake Havasu City Airport, 6 miles N of Lake Havasu City, AZ;

-- 1-2x FW trips per year, 10-20 hours per trip. (FW, ~40 hours)

- Marana, AZ (FW Only) (ICAO: two locations: KMZJ & KAVQ)

KMZJ – Pinal Airpark, 7 miles NW of Marana, AZ KAVQ – Marana Regional Airport, 15 miles NW of Marana, AZ

-- 3-4x FW trips per year, 20 hours per trip. (FW, ~80 hours)

- Belen Regional Airport, NM (RW Only) (ICAO: KBRG)

KBRG – Belen Regional Airport, 3 miles W of Belen, NM;

-- 1-2x RW trips per year, 15-20 hours per trip, (RW, ~40 hours)

6.1.1 A period (the start of the training) starts when students or instructors report for a mission briefing or other official duty and ends when the engine is shut down at the end of the last mission of the day. Normal operating hours for jump and airlift operations are Monday through Friday. Day and night time operations will be required; sunrise and sunset are recorded by the National Almanac Office, U.S. Naval Observatory, Washington DC, 20390. Saturday and / or Sunday training, while not normally planned, may be authorized by the COR.