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STATEMENT OF WORK:

DC-8 SUPPORT REQUIREMENTS

IN SUPPORT OF

ECODEMONSTRATOR

APRIL 10, 2023

1. INTRODUCTION

NASA's Armstrong Flight Research Center (AFRC) has operated a DC-8-72, Serial Number 46082, as a flying science laboratory since 1987. This aircraft is based at the NASA Armstrong, building 703 facility, 2825 East Avenue P, Palmdale, California.

NASA request a proposal for providing ground and operations support in support of the EcoDemonstator science campaign.

NASA will consider cost and schedule to proposals to provide the support a Paine Field.

2. OBJECTIVE AND SCOPE OF CONTRACT

2.1 Coordinate location and access to DC-8 for refueling operations.

2.2 Provide dedicated aircraft ground power unit – 120 VAC 400 Hz – 3 phase, 90KVA rating.

2.3 Provide aircraft air start cart as required – 30 psi minimum.

2.4 Provide dedicated aircraft boarding stairs - require truck or stand mounted stair adjustable to 14 feet height.

2.5 Provide dedicated aircraft ground equipment (AGE) tow vehicle capable of towing all AGE.

2.6 Provide aircraft tow vehicle as required - Require a vehicle capable of towing a 350,000 pounds (159,757 kg) aircraft if aircraft must be moved

2.7 Provide forklift (15K lbs) or belt loader for unloading aircraft spares and support equipment from DC-8 cargo holds or flatbed semi-trucks as required.

2.8 Provide aircraft lavatory service unit for dumping and servicing of DC-8 lavatories after each flight.

2.9 Provide aircraft potable water unit for servicing DC-8 after each flight.

2.10 Provide large capacity Halon (or equivalent) fire extinguisher for DC-8 engine start-up.

2.11 Provide two B-4 aircraft work stands, scissor lifts or equivalent with railings capable of reaching DC-8 wing tips (approximately 17 feet high).

2.12 Provide man-lift capable of lifting a man to the top of the DC-8 fuselage for servicing of antennas and windows (approximately 17 feet high).

2.13 Provide gaseous nitrogen service cart capable of high (3,000 psi) and low (1,500 psi) pressure for aircraft landing gear and tires.

2.14 Provide aviation breathing oxygen bottle refills if required.

2.15 Provide portable lighting on flightline to support aircraft night operations if required.

2.16 Provide secure DC-8 office space (625 square feet minimum) with four desks and chairs near aircraft parking location.

2.17 Provide indoor (hangar or warehouse) aircraft spare parts storage space.

2.18 Provide outdoor space for 20-foot NASA Conex storage unit near flightline for spare parts storage.

2.19 Provide access to high-speed commercial internet to support operations and instrument team data transfer.

2.20 Provide diesel fuel for aircraft ground and support equipment.

2.21 Provide ground transportation to/from the aircraft for personnel if aircraft is not within walking distance on the flightline.

2.22 Provide personnel access to office space and flightline – badging, gate codes, etc..

3. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

Paine Field Airport, Everett, Washington

4. PERIOD OF PEFORMANCE

The proposed period of performance is October 10 through October 31, 2023.