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SECTION A – PRICING AND REQUIREMENTS

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Helicopter Flight Services

Table of Contents

CONTRACT ACRONYMS

A1. ITEM REQUIREMENT

Item Description A2 Pay Items Schedule A2.1 Schedule for one Exclusive use (EU) Aircraft with a guaranteed Exclusive Use Period of 65 days A2.2 Schedule for one Exclusive use (EU) Aircraft Item 0002, includes On-Site Mechanic with a guaranteed Exclusive Use Period of 65 days ADDITIONAL PAY ITEMS SCHEDULE (Reimbursed as Time & Materials (T&M)) IAW FAR 52.212-4 Alt 1

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SECTION B – TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

B1 Scope of Contract B2 Certifications B3 Order of Precedence (Specifications) B4 Contracts

EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

B5 Condition of Equipment B6 Aircraft Equipment Requirements B7 Avionics Requirements B8 Reserved B9 Pilot Requirements and Authority B10 Pilot Qualifications B11 Personnel Duty Limitations B12 Flight Crewmembers’ Duty and Flight Limitations B13 Mechanic Requirement B14 Mechanic Qualifications B15 Mechanic Duty Limitations B16 Reserved B17 Reserved B18 Reserved

OPERATIONS

B20 Flight Operations B21 Security of Aircraft and Equipment B22 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Flight Operations B23 PPE for Ground Operations B24 Transportation of Hazardous Materials B25 Fuel and Servicing Requirements

AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS

B26 General - Maintenance B27 Airworthiness Directives (ADs) and Manufacturer’s Mandatory Service Bulletins (MMSBs) B28 Manuals/Records B29 Maintenance B30 Maintenance Test Flight B31 Time Between Overhaul (TBO) and Life-Limited Parts B32 Weight and Balance B33 Helicopter Turbine Engine Power Check

SECTION C - CONTRACT CLAUSES

52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference. (FEB 1998) Clauses Incorporated by Reference

ADDENDA TO CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS

52.212-4(a) Inspection/Acceptance The following is added:

Reinspection Expenses

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52.212-4(k) Taxes Federal Airport and Airway Excise Taxes Fuel Taxes 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items (DEC 2022)40 52.216-22 Indefinite Quantity (OCT 1995) 52.217-8 Option to Extend Services (NOV 1999) DIAR 1452.201-70 Authorities and Delegations (SEP 2011) Addenda to DIAR 1452.201-70 COTR/PI/Safety Manager & Advisor Contracting Officer's Technical Representative

(COTR)

Project Inspector (PI) The OAS Aviation Safety Manager BLM Aviation Safety Advisor

GENERAL CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS

C1 Aircraft Use Report C2 Electronic Invoicing and Payment Requirements Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) (APR 2013) C3 Contractor Personnel Security Requirements C4 Reserved C5 Aircraft Insurance DIAR 1452.228-71 Aircraft and General Public Liability Insurance (Mar 1989) C6 Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (DEC 2015) C7 Prework Meeting

ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS

C8 Personnel Conduct C9 Safety and Accident Prevention C9.3 Safety Management System (SMS) C10 Mishaps C11 Reserved C12 Reserved

CONTRACT PERIOD AND RENEWAL

C13 Contract Period C14 Exclusive Use Period C15 Optional Extension of Exclusive Use Period

AVAILABILITY REQUIREMENTS

C16 Availability Requirements C17 Schedule of Operations and Reaction Time C18 Maintenance During Availability Period C19 Unavailability and Damages

MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

C20 Daily Availability C21 Flight Time C22 Mobilization/Demobilization C23 Additional Pay Items (from Schedule of Items)

SECTION C EXHIBITS

EXHIBIT 1 STANDARD INTERAGENCY LOAD CALCULATION METHOD AND FORM

EXHIBIT 2 HELICOPTER FUEL CONSUMPTION AND WEIGHT REDUCTION CHART

EXHIBIT 3 UNACCEPTABLE AIRCRAFT LAP BELT AND SHOULDER HARNESS CONDITIONS

EXHIBIT 4 ACCEPTABLE PAINT SCHEMES

EXHIBIT 5 FIRST AID AND SURVIVAL KITS

EXHIBIT 6 RESERVED

EXHIBIT 7 DRAWING FS/OAS A-16

EXHIBIT 8 DRAWING FS/OAS A-17

EXHIBIT 9 HELICOPTER LIKE MAKE AND MODEL GROUPS PLUS SERIES FOR EXCLUSIVE USE

CONTRACTS

EXHIBIT 10 Reserved

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EXHIBIT 11 HELICOPTER SYNTHETIC LONGLINE REQUIREMENTS

EXHIBIT 12 Reserved EXHIBIT 13 SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (SMS), FLIGHT TIME, ACCIDENT HISTORY, AND FAA

VIOLATION QUESTIONNAIRE

EXHIBIT 14 STATEMENT OF EQUIVALENT RATES FOR FEDERAL HIRES (FAR 52.222-42)

EXHIBIT 15 DEPARTMENT OF LABOR WAGE DETERMINATION INFORMATION

EXHIBIT 16 UNAVAILABILITY CONVERSION CHART

EXHIBIT 17 TRANSPORTATION WORKSHEET

SECTION D - INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS

INTRODUCTION

D1 General Information D2 North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code and Small Business Size Standard INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS--COMMERCIAL ITEMS (52.212-1 Nov 2021) tailored D3 Offers Contracting Officer:

Contract Specialist EXAMPLE of Subject line to the email Quote: “Company X (UEI: 123A456B789C1) quote 140D0423Q0143” D4 Offer Contents The contents must be tabbed and organized in the order described below:

Volume II, Aircraft Capability Volume III, Organizational Safety Volume IV, Past Performance D5 Period for Acceptance of Offers D6 Late Submissions, Modifications, Revisions, and Withdrawals of Offers D7 Special Notice to Offerors

EVALUATION OF QUOTATIONS

D8 Evaluation—Commercial Items (52.212-2 Nov 2021) (tailored) D9 Offer Acceptability D10 Evaluation Factors D11 Aircraft Capability D12 Reserved D13 Organizational Safety D14 Past Performance D15 Total Evaluated Price D16 Tradeoff Analysis and Contractor Selection D17 Notice of Award D18 Inquiries Regarding the Solicitation

SECTION E –OFFEROR’S REPRESENTATIONS, CERTIFICATIONS AND OTHER STATEMENTS

52.252-1 Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998) Provisions Incorporated by reference 52.209-5 Certification Regarding Responsibility Matters (Aug 2020) 52.209-7 Information Regarding Responsibility Matters (Oct 2018) 52.209-11 Representation by Corporations Regarding Delinquent Tax Liability or a Felony Conviction under any Federal Law (Feb 2016) 52.212-3 -- Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items. (DEC 2022) 52.216-1 Type of Contract (APR 1984) 52.217-5 Evaluation of Options (July 1990) IAW FAR 52.233-2 Service of Protest (Sept 2006)

EXHIBITS

Exhibit E-2 OFFEROR’S MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION EXHIBIT E-3A Helicopter Questionnaire

EXHIBIT E-3B AIRCRAFT INFORMATION FORM

EXHIBIT E-4

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CONTRACT ACRONYMS

AC Advisory Circular IAT interagency aviation training AD Airworthiness Directive IBC Interior Business Center AMS Aviation Management System ICAO International Civil Aviation Organization A&P airframe and power plant ICS intercom system APCO Association of Public-Safety Communications IFR instrument flight rules

Officials IP Institute of Petroleum AQD Acquisition Services Directorate IPP Invoice Processing Platform ASM Aviation Safety Manager MMSB Manufacturer’s Mandatory Service ASO Aviation Safety Office Bulletins ASTM American Society for Testing and Material NFPA National Fire Protection Association ATC air traffic control NTSB National Transportation Safety Board ATP Authorization to Proceed NWCG National Wildfire Coordinating Group AUR Aircraft Use Report OAS Office of Aviation Services CFR Code of Federal Regulations PA public address system CO Contracting Officer PA pressure altitude COR Contracting Officer’s Representative PFD personal flotation device COTR Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative PIC pilot-in-command CFR Code of Federal Regulations PPE personal protective equipment CTCSS continuous tone coded squelch system PSD plastic sphere dispenser DM degrees/minutes/decimal minutes PSI pounds per square inch DOI Department of Interior PTT push to talk DOT Department of Transportation RFQ Request for Quotes ELT emergency locator transmitter RPM revolutions per minute EPA Environmental Protection Agency SFI Safety Foundation Incorporated ERG Emergency Response Guidebook SMS Safety Management System Plan FAA Federal Aviation Administration STEP Single-skid, Toe-In and Hover Exit/Entry FAR Federal Acquisition Regulations Procedures FS Forest Service TBO time between overhaul FTR Federal Travel Regulations TSO technical service order GVW gross vehicle weight UL Underwriter’s Laboratory GPM gallons per minute USDA United States Department of Agriculture GPS global positioning system VFR visual flight rules HIGE hover-in-ground effect VNE never exceed speed HOGE hover-out-of-ground effect VOX voice activation

VSWR voltage standing wave ratio

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A1. ITEM REQUIREMENT

The intent of this contract is to acquire two fully operated and maintained exclusive use helicopters to support Government natural resource missions. Flight services are for the exclusive use of the Bureau of Land Management, resource management activities. Contractor services include provision of two helicopters, personnel, and all other associated equipment as prescribed in this solicitation. Aircraft, facilities, equipment, and personnel required under this contract shall be delivered to and removed from Anchorage, Alaska.

Item Description

Aircraft Required: Two light (Type III) helicopters, equipped as specified in Section B

Item 1 dates: May 30 - August 2, 2023 Item 2 dates: May 30 - August 2, 2023

Crew Compliment Required: Item 1: Pilot-in-Command (PIC), No Relief

Item 2: Pilot-in-Command (PIC), On-site Mechanic, No Relief

Designated Base: Aircraft, facilities, equipment, and personnel required under this contract shall be delivered to and removed from Anchorage, Alaska.

Minimum Helicopter Requirements:

Seating: Three (3) insured passenger seats not including pilot, but including copilot seat in an aircraft, normally single-pilot operated.

Payload: Non-jettisonable payload (HOGE) of 550 pounds at 20 degrees C at 1,000 feet pressure altitude (PA) using a pilot weight of 200 pounds, a 25-pound survival kit and fuel for 2.3 hours.

Powerplant: Turbine engine

Landing Gear: Skid Type

Airspeed: 130 knots VNE at 20 degrees C at 1,000 feet PA.

Target Helicopter Requirements:

Payload: Non-jettisonable payload (HOGE) of 700 pounds at 20 degrees C at 1,000 feet pressure altitude using a pilot weight of 200 pounds, a 25-pound survival kit and fuel for 2.3 hours.

Airspeed: 150 knots VNE at 20 degrees C at 1,000 feet PA (130 knot VNE with one or more doors removed).

Rotor System: Small diameter rotor system not to exceed 27 feet.

Contractor may be required to operate from alternate bases when dispatched by the Government.

Payload amounts shall be computed by using the Government’s Standard Interagency Load Calculation Method and Form and the Helicopter Fuel Consumption and Weight Reduction Chart included under Section B Exhibits along with the offered aircraft’s applicable Hover Ceiling Charts, weight and balance report and equipment list that you provide.

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A2 Pay Items Schedule

A2.1 Schedule for one Exclusive use (EU) Aircraft Item 0001, with a guaranteed Exclusive Use Period of 65 days.

*Offerors shall fill out the shaded areas in each table below for the periods of:

BASE PERIOD: 05/01/2023 – 04/30/2024 EXCLUSIVE USE PERIOD: 05/30/2023 – 08/02/2023 Option Period 1: 05/01/2024 – 04/30/2025 EXCLUSIVE USE PERIOD: 05/30/2024 – 08/02/2024 Option Period 2: 05/01/2025 – 04/30/2026 EXCLUSIVE USE PERIOD: 05/30/2025 – 08/02/2025 Option Period 3: 05/01/2026 – 04/30/2027 EXCLUSIVE USE PERIOD: 05/30/2026 – 08/02/2026 Option Period 4: 05/01/2027 – 04/30/2028 EXCLUSIVE USE PERIOD: 05/30/2027 – 08/02/2027

DESIGNATED BASE

Anchorage, AK

EXCLUSIVE USE PERIOD

65 calendar days

START DATE: May 30, 2023

END DATE: August 2, 2023

OFFEROR NAME

AIRCRAFT FOR THIS

PRICING SCHEDULE

Make/Model FAA Registration #

ITEM

DESCRIPTION

PAY

CODE

QUANTITY

UNIT

UNIT PRICE

EXTENDED

AMOUNT

DAILY AVAILABILITY PRICE PER DAY – GUARANTEED SUBJECT TO BEING AVAILABLE

1A

Daily Availability Guaranteed days per aircraft subject to availability (See Note 1)

AV

Guaranteed

DAYS

1B

Estimated Flight Hours (DRY without fuel) Price per flight hour for estimated flight hours

FD

Estimated 200

FLIGHT

HOURS

1C

EXTENSION (Optional) Price per day for AVAILABILITY During Extension Period (See Note 2)

Estimated 30 same as 1A

1D

EXTENSION (Optional) Price per FLIGHT HOUR During Extension Period

Estimated 100 same as 1B

1E Additional pay items (T&M line item) The additional pay item estimated amount is calculated by the agency and is for funding purposes only. The amount implies no guarantee.

See Additional Pay Items Schedule for Rates

$ 29,510.00 Estimate

1F Additional pay items (optional for extension) (T&M line item)

$ 13,620.00 Estimate

BASE PERIOD May 1, 2023 – April 30, 2024 ESTIMATED SUBTOTAL

Note 1: Flight rate should be bid Dry, without fuel for flight services in Alaska. All fuel will be provided by the Government, or the contractor will be reimbursed for contractor provided fuel in accordance with contract. The totals for availability and estimated flight for all years will be added together to arrive at the estimated evaluated price for each offeror.

Note 2: Items 1C and 1D will be awarded as unit prices only. The extended amount will be a dollar amount determined by the government, based on days agreed to in the extension. This applies to all Years.

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ANNUAL EXCLUSIVE USE PERIOD

Continuous Period of 65 Days (Anchorage, AK)

START DATE May 30, 2024

END DATE August 2, 2024

PRICE

2A

Daily Availability

2B

Estimated Flight Hours

2C

EXTENSION

(OPTIONAL) Price per day for AVAILABILITY During same as 2A

2D

(OPTIONAL) Price per FLIGHT HOUR During same as 2B

2E

Additional pay items (T&M line item)

The additional pay item estimated amount is calculated by the agency and is for funding purposes only. The amount implies no guarantee.

$29,510.00 Estimate

2F Additional pay items (optional for extension) (T&M line item) The additional pay item estimated amount is calculated by the agency and is for funding purposes only. The amount implies no guarantee.

$13,620.00 Estimate

Option Period 1 DATES May 1, 2024 – April 30, 2025 ESTIMATED SUBTOTAL

Continuous Period of 65 Days (Anchorage, AK)

START DATE May 30, 2025

END DATE August 2, 2025

3A

3B

Estimated 200 FLIGHT

3C

(OPTIONAL) Price per day for AVAILABILITY During Extension same as 3A

3D

(OPTIONAL) Price per FLIGHT HOUR During Extension Period same as 3B

3E

The additional pay item estimated amount is calculated by the agency and is for funding purposes only. The amount implies no guarantee.

See Additional Pay Items Schedule for Rates

3F Additional pay items (optional for extension) (T&M line item) The additional pay item estimated amount is calculated by the agency and is for funding purposes only. The amount implies no guarantee.

See Additional Pay Items Schedule for Rates

Option Period 2 DATES May 1, 2025 – April 30, 2026 ESTIMATED SUBTOTAL

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START DATE May 30, 2026

END DATE August 2, 2026

4A

4B

4C

(OPTIONAL) Price per day for AVAILABILITY During same as 4A

4D

(OPTIONAL) Price per FLIGHT same as 4B

4E

The additional pay item estimated amount is calculated by the agency and is for funding purposes only. The amount implies no guarantee.

4F

Additional pay items (optional for extension) (T&M line item) The additional pay item estimated amount is calculated by the agency and is for funding purposes only. The amount implies no guarantee.

Option Period 3 DATES May 1, 2026 – April 30, 2027 - ESTIMATED SUBTOTAL

START DATE May 30, 2027

END DATE August 2, 2027

5A

5B

5C

(OPTIONAL) Price per day for AVAILABILITY During Extension Period same as 5A

5D

(OPTIONAL) Price per FLIGHT same as 5B

5E

5F

The additional pay item estimated amount is calculated by the agency and is for funding purposes only. The amount implies no guarantee.

Option Period 4 DATES May 1, 2027 – April 30, 2028 – ESTIMATED SUBTOTAL

ESTIMATED TOTAL OF LINE ITEM 0001 (total for base plus all options)

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A2.2 Schedule for one Exclusive use (EU) Aircraft Item 0002, includes On-Site Mechanic with a guaranteed Exclusive Use Period of 65 days.

*Offerors shall fill out the shaded areas below:

DESIGNATED BASE

Anchorage, AK

EXCLUSIVE USE PERIOD

65 calendar days

START DATE: May 30, 2023

END DATE: August 2, 2023

OFFEROR NAME

AIRCRAFT FOR THIS

PRICING SCHEDULE

Make/Model FAA Registration #

Item

1A

Daily Availability Guaranteed days per aircraft subject to availability

1B

Estimated Flight Hours (DRY without fuel) Price per flight hour for estimated flight hours

1C

EXTENSION (Optional) Price per day for AVAILABILITY During same as 1A

1D

EXTENSION (Optional) Price per FLIGHT HOUR During Extension same as 1B

1E Additional pay items (T&M line item) The additional pay item estimated amount is calculated by the agency and is for funding purposes only. The amount implies no guarantee.

$ 29,510.00 Estimate

1F Additional pay items (optional for extension) (T&M line item)

$ 13,620.00 Estimate

BASE PERIOD May 1, 2023 – April 30, 2024 ESTIMATED SUBTOTAL

Note 1: Flight rate should be bid Dry, without fuel for flight services in Alaska. All fuel will be provided by the Government, or the contractor will be reimbursed for contractor provided fuel in accordance with contract. The totals for availability and estimated flight for all years will be added together to arrive at the estimated evaluated price for each offeror.

Note 2: Items 1C and 1D will be awarded as unit prices only. The extended amount will be a dollar amount determined by the government, based on days agreed to in the extension. This applies to all Years.

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START DATE May 30, 2024

END DATE August 2, 2024

2A

2B

2C

(OPTIONAL) Price per day for AVAILABILITY During same as 2A

2D

(OPTIONAL) Price per FLIGHT HOUR During same as 2B

2E

The additional pay item estimated amount is calculated by the agency and is for funding purposes only. The amount implies no guarantee.

2F Additional pay items (optional for extension) (T&M line item) The additional pay item estimated amount is calculated by the agency and is for funding purposes only. The amount implies no guarantee.

Option Period 1 DATES May 1, 2024 – April 30, 2025 ESTIMATED SUBTOTAL

Continuous Period of 65 Days (Anchorage, AK)

START DATE May 30, 2025

END DATE August 2, 2025

3A

3B

3C

(OPTIONAL) Price per day for AVAILABILITY During Extension Period same as 3A

3D

(OPTIONAL) Price per FLIGHT same as 3B

3E

The additional pay item estimated amount is calculated by the agency and is for funding purposes only. The amount implies no guarantee.

3F Additional pay items (optional for extension) (T&M line item)

Option Period 2 DATES May 1, 2025 – April 30, 2026 ESTIMATED SUBTOTAL

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START DATE May 30, 2026

END DATE August 2, 2026

4A

4B

4C

(OPTIONAL) Price per day for AVAILABILITY During same as 4A

4D

(OPTIONAL) Price per FLIGHT same as 4B

4E

The additional pay item estimated amount is calculated by the agency and is for funding purposes only. The amount implies no guarantee.

4F

The additional pay item estimated amount is calculated by the agency and is for funding purposes only. The amount implies no guarantee.

Option Period 3 DATES May 1, 2026 – April 30, 2027 - ESTIMATED SUBTOTAL

START DATE May 30, 2027

END DATE August 2, 2027

5A

5B

5C

(OPTIONAL) Price per day for AVAILABILITY During same as 5A

5D

(OPTIONAL) Price per FLIGHT

Estimated 100 FLIGHT same as 5B

5E

5F

The additional pay item estimated amount is calculated by the agency and is for funding purposes only. The amount implies no guarantee.

Option Period 4 DATES May 1, 2027 – April 30, 2028 – ESTIMATED SUBTOTAL

ESTIMATED TOTAL OF LINE ITEM 0002 (total for base plus all options)

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ADDITIONAL PAY ITEMS SCHEDULE (Reimbursed as Time & Materials (T&M)) IAW FAR 52.212-4 Alt 1

SCHEDULE

SUB-ITEM

ADDITIONAL PAY ITEMS

RATE

i Fuel Charge FC INDEFINITE EACH Actual Cost (See C23) ii Per Diem PD INDEFINITE EACH For Lodging – Actual cost or above per diem with justification – receipt(s) required for lodging (See C23)

M&IE Authorized daily per diem rate (See C23) iii Miscellaneous Contractor

Costs (Special Charge) SC INDEFINITE Actual Cost (See C23)

A2.1 Minimum Guarantee/Maximum Quantity - the minimum guarantee under the contract, as required by contract clause 52.216-22, is the total amount for Daily Availability during the 65-day Exclusive Use Period, as awarded on the first task order. However, the guaranteed quantity for daily availability is subject to reductions due to unavailability of contractor aircraft. The estimated quantity for daily availability during an extension of the exclusive use period is not guaranteed and also is subject to reductions due to unavailability.

A2.2 The start date for exclusive use period may be changed by the issuance of an Authorization to Proceed (ATP) in accordance with C14.

A2.3 Exhibits that will be applicable under the contract are included at the end of Section C; exhibits that are only applicable during the solicitation phase of this procurement are included at the end of Section E.

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Aircraft payload is an element of your offer. The hover-out-of ground effect (HOGE) payload that was confirmed for the aircraft identified on the following page is made a part of the contract. Payload is computed using the Section A payload requirement and will be verified at the time of aircraft inspection. Water/retardant bucket sizes accepted for this contract are identified below. Contractor’s Fuel Service Vehicle size relative to number of gallons of fuel the vehicle can carry is identified below.

GOVERNMENT USE ONLY

CONFIRMED HOGE PAYLOAD AMOUNT

Item 0001 - Item 0002 -

PERFORMANCE REFERENCE (FLIGHT MANUAL

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SECTION B – TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

B1 Scope of Contract

B1.1 The intent of this contract is to obtain two fully Contractor operated and maintained exclusive use helicopter flight services to support Government natural resource missions. Contractor service include provision of a helicopter, personnel, and all other associated equipment as prescribed in this solicitation. Missions will include, but are not limited to, transport of personnel and cargo for remote radio site maintenance, support of geological and land and water survey, precision grid and low-level survey using precision GPS guidance (1-meter lateral track not to exceed 3 meters along with other administrative and related resource activities. This work will include high and low-level aerial reconnaissance, STEP, confined area, slope and external load (sling) operations, The work will involve lodging in Government-provided remote field camps (tents) without modern amenities such as running water and electricity. The Government will direct aircraft to support its missions and objectives.

B1.2 Operations will be conducted in accordance with applicable FAA regulations, the NWCG Standards for Helicopter Operations (NSHO) (formerly IHOG) and the Interagency Aviation Transport of Hazardous Material and other documents referenced in specific sections of the contract. The NSHO and the Interagency Aviation Transport of Hazardous Material documents may be found at the following link: https://www.doi.gov/aviation/library/guides. The pilot and air crew will jointly conduct risk assessments for all missions to determine the risk and hazards. No mission will be flown that presents an unacceptable level of risk.

B1.3 During the exclusive use period, aircraft furnished shall be subject to the exclusive use and control of the Government 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.

B1.4 The Government and Contractor must establish an effective working relationship to successfully complete this contract.

The Contractor’s employees’ cooperation, professionalism, and positive attitude toward aviation safety and accomplishment of the mission are an integral element of this relationship.

B1.5 The Government has interagency and cooperative agreements with other Federal and State agencies and private landholders and may dispatch aircraft under this contract for such cooperative use.

B2 Certifications

The Contractor must hold and keep current all of the following required certificates and must ensure that contract aircraft are operated and maintained in compliance with those certificates at all times:

B2.1 A Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Air Carrier or Operating Certificate which authorizes the Contractor to operate in the category and class of aircraft and under flight conditions required by this contract (e.g., rotorcraft, visual flight rules (VFR) day/night, passengers, and cargo) in the contiguous United States and Alaska.

B2.2 A Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 135 (14 CFR 135) Air Carrier Certificate. These aircraft must be carried on the list required by 14 CFR 135.63 (Operations Specifications Part D, "Aircraft Listing").

B2.3 A 14 CFR 133, Rotorcraft External Load Operations Certificate which authorizes Class B loads, as a minimum. These aircraft must be carried on the list required by 14 CFR 133.27 (Operations Specifications Part D, “Aircraft Listing”).

B2.4 Reserved

B2.5 The contract aircraft must have a Standard Airworthiness Certificate. Installation of any equipment required by this contract must be FAA-approved.

B3 Order of Precedence (Specifications)

In the event of inconsistencies within the technical specification, the following order will be used in such resolution: (1) typed provisions of these specifications; (2) DOI Office of Aviation Services (OAS) supplements and/or exhibits

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B4 Contracts

B4.1 The Contractor must maintain a complete, current copy of the contract, any modifications, and task orders (if applicable) in the contract aircraft throughout the performance period.

B4.2 The pilot must have task order information (i.e. task number, performance period) in his/her possession prior to any flights under this contract and make this information available to government representatives upon request.

B4.3 Electronic copies of contracts and task orders may be used. However, the contractor is responsible for ensuring that the documents are uploaded on an appropriate viewing device (e.g., laptop or tablet), which must be charged and made available at the aircraft for reference by government representatives upon request. Further, the contractor must agree to hold the government harmless for any inadvertent or accidental damage to device.

EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

B5 Condition of Equipment

The Contractor-furnished helicopter, and all other required equipment must be operable, free of damage, and in good repair.

Aircraft systems and components must be free of leaks, except where specified by the manufacturer.

B5.1 Prior to inspection and acceptance, the Contractor must permanently repair or replace all windows and windshields that have been temporarily repaired (stop drilling is considered temporary). All windows and windshields must be maintained at all times and must be clean and free of scratches, cracks, crazing, distortion, repairs, or tinting which hinders visibility.

B5.2 The aircraft interior must be clean and neat with no unrepaired tears, rips, or other damage. The exterior finish, including the paint, must be clean, neat, and in good condition. Any corrosion must be within manufacturer or FAA acceptable limits.

B5.3 Lap belt and shoulder harness assemblies shall be in acceptable condition as determined by the Government. See the Unacceptable Lap Belt and Shoulder Harness Conditions Exhibit (see Section C) for examples of lap belt and shoulder harness conditions that are not acceptable.

B5.4 Military or other similar low visibility paint schemes are unacceptable. The Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative (COTR) may approve high visibility enhancements.

B6 Aircraft Equipment Requirements

The helicopter offered must be equipped as shown below:

B6.1 A complete set of current aeronautical charts covering the Alaska area of operations and Alaska Supplements.

Note: Electronic flight bags are acceptable if authorized by the FAA in the company’s operation specifications.

B6.2 One digital hour meter observable from the cockpit. Location of meter is optional for aircraft with limited panel space (R44, R66 and MD500). Meter must be able to be observed without removal of panels and from a location at or forward of the cockpit doors. The meter must be wired in series with a switch on the collective control, and a switch activated by engine or transmission oil pressure or by equivalent means, to record flight time only.

B6.3 Free air temperature gauge.

B6.4 One set of individual lap belts for each installed seat.

B6.5 Double-strap shoulder harness with automatic or manual locking inertia reel for each front seat occupant. Shoulder straps and lap belts must fasten with one single- point, metal-to-metal, quick-release mechanism. Heavy-duty (military-style) harnesses with fabric loop connecting the shoulder harness to the male portion of the lap belt buckle are acceptable.

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B6.6 Shoulder harnesses equipped with inertia reel (either single-strap or double-strap) for each aft cabin occupant. Shoulder harness straps and lap belts must fasten with a single-point, metal-to-metal, quick-release mechanism

B6.7 Fire extinguisher(s), as required by 14 CFR, Part 135, must be a handheld bottle, minimum 2-B:C rating, mounted and accessible to the flight crew while seated. (See the fire extinguisher maintenance instructions in Section B29.)

B6.8 Dual controls for initial pilot performance evaluation. (May also be required for interim or recurrent pilot performance evaluations at the option of the Government.)

B6.9 Aircraft lighting for night operation in accordance with 14 CFR, Part 91.205(c), including instrument lights.

B6.10 Flight instruments for low visibility flight conditions, including gyroscopic bank and pitch indicator (ADI), directional gyro, vertical speed indicator and rate of turn indicator or skid/slip indicator or inclinometer. Note: In lieu of these listed instruments, a single, new generation electronic instrument providing combined data meeting at minimum the following TSO's: C3e, C4c and C113A.

B6.11 A strobe light (with either a white, or half-white/half-red lens) or a flashing LED (red or white), mounted on top of the aircraft or otherwise visible from above, with an independent activating switch. A red strobe or rotating beacon does not satisfy this requirement.

B6.12 High visibility, pulsating, forward-facing, conspicuity lighting, if manufactured for model offered.

B6.13 High visibility markings on main rotor blades as specified by the Acceptable Paint Schemes Exhibit 4.

B6.14 High skid-type landing gear, if manufactured for the make and model offered.

B6.15 Personnel access steps for aircraft with a floor height greater than 18 inches to ensure safe entrance and exit from each door.

B6.16 Locking cap(s) on all fuel inlet ports.

B6.17 Cabin heater and window defogger.

B6.18-19 Reserved

B6.20 Cargo compartment(s) as specified below:

B6.20.1 Internal.

15-cubic-foot baggage compartment within the aircraft fuselage specifically designed to carry cargo separate from the cabin.

Baggage compartment extender kit may be required on some models of helicopters.

OR

For MD500, in lieu of an internal baggage compartment on the Hughes 500, an external belly cargo pod with an allowable load capacity of 500 lbs. and a volume of 20 cubic ft. may be used. The Cargo Pod should be constructed of fiberglass or Kevlar that provides protection to the cargo from the weather and has access to the cargo from front and either side. The Cargo Pod shall be constructed in such a manner as to accommodate the use of the cargo hook for sling loads while the Cargo Pod is installed on the aircraft. A Viking Helicopters, Ltd. P/N 1044 Cargo Pod, Canada STA SH78-1/FAA STC SH1134EA; or equivalent will meet this requirement.

B6.20.2 External.

External cargo racks with tie down net, straps, or bungees as follows:

For Bell Helicopter Textron aircraft: Two external cargo racks, one on each side of the helicopter. Cargo racks shall have a horizontal surface of approximately 48 by 15 inches. (An Alaskan Transporter-style/type of cargo rack will meet this requirement).

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For Eurocopter/Airbus aircraft: External utility basket or cargo pod mounted to the skids. Capable of carrying 160 to 200 lbs, 96 inches in length. The Dart Heli-Utility Basket models D350-607-041 or D350-607-043 or equivalent would meet this requirement.

Note: Cargo compartment/racks must be capable of carrying sensitive test equipment and other cargo (post hole diggers/fence posts, etc.) up to 66 inches in length.

B6.21 Cargo restraint system for aircraft manufactured with a parcel/storage area behind the rear passenger seats.

B6.21.1 All construction methods must be as prescribed by Advisory Circular (AC) 43.13-1B and 43.13-2B or other FAA approval.

B6.22 Auxiliary fuel or range extender.

B6.22.1 Fuel tank range extender, similar to Aeronautical Accessories “Range Extender,” applicable to Bell 206B with 76-gallon capacity, if offered.

B6.22.2 For MD500 series, 30-gallon belly tank and cargo rack per 6.20.2 or 21-gallon auxiliary fuel tank (Fargo tank or equivalent) and Belly Cargo Pod as specified in B6.20.1.

B6.23 A first aid kit containing items specified in the First Aid and Survival Kits exhibit must be carried aboard the aircraft on all flights.

B6.24 A survival kit containing items specified in the First Aid and Survival Kits exhibit must be carried aboard the aircraft on all flights and must be included in weight and balance/load calculations.

B6.25 A convex mirror for the pilot to observe the sling load.

B6.26 One cargo hook that may be loaded and locked in a single motion with one hand and is rated at the maximum lifting capacity of the aircraft. (See the cargo hook maintenance requirements in Section B29.)

B6.27 Two Barrel slings for transporting 55-gallon drums.

B6.28 Snow/tundra pads.

B6.29 Two cargo nets and lead lines.

B6.30 Snow kit or necessary equipment to allow flight during falling snow.

B6.31 Engine intake filtering device or particle separator, capable of filtering sand and dust particles (if manufactured for make and model).

Note: Helicopter must be capable of flight in falling or blowing snow.

B6.32 A remote operating switch for the remote hook clearly marked for "open" and "closed" and mounted on the collective control to avoid confusion with the airframe cargo hook release. The switch must be of a different design and must be mounted so as to not easily be confused with the RPM Control [Beep Range] switch.

B6.33 Reserved.

B6.34 One remote cargo hook with related cabling and release system complying with the following specifications:

B6.34.1 Electrically activated remote cargo hook that may be loaded and locked in a single motion with one hand and that is rated at the maximum lifting capacity of the aircraft.

B6.34.2 The remote hook must be protected by a metal ring or cage that does not interfere with the use or function of the hook.

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B6.34.3 Synthetic rope meeting the requirements of the Helicopter Synthetic Longline Requirements Exhibit (see Section C).

B6.34.4 The length of the rope must be readily adjustable from 50 to 150 feet. (100ft & 50ft sections).

B6.34.5 Electrical cables must be protected from pinching by hooks or shackles and from damage caused by stretching of the line. The electrical wire must be long enough at the aircraft cargo hook end to prevent a swinging load from unplugging the electrical connector.

B6.34.6 All fabrication and installation methods must comply with 14 CFR 133 and Advisory Circular 43.13–1B.

B6.35 The aircraft must be equipped with one circuit breaker-protected USB charging port for powering Electronic Flight Bags (EFBs), GPS devices, tablets, etc. The port must be approved under TSO-C71 must provide a maximum of 2.1 Ampere power at 5 VDC and mounted in a location convenient to the pilot and copilot/observer position (cigarette lighter adapter is not acceptable).

B7 Avionics Requirements

B7.1 General

B7.1.1 The Contractor must provide, install, and maintain the following systems in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications and the installation and maintenance standards of Section B7. Detailed avionics systems performance requirements are listed in Avionics Operational Test Standards (FSAMD_A24F.pdf) (copies available upon request from OAS Avionics, or the most recent list may be found online at: https://www.nifc.gov/resources/NIICD/niicd-documents .

B7.2 Avionics Installation and Maintenance Standards

B7.2.1 Strict adherence to the recommendations in the following FAA Advisory Circulars is required: AC 43.131B Chapter 11, "Aircraft Electrical Systems," and Chapter 12, "Aircraft Avionics Systems”; AC 43.132B Chapter 1, "Structural Data," Chapter 2, "Communication, Navigation, and Emergency Locator Transmitter System Installations," and Chapter 3, "Antenna Installation."

B7.2.2 All avionics systems requiring an antenna must be installed with a properly matched, aircraft-certified antenna, unless otherwise specified. Antennas must be polarized as required by the avionics system and must have a voltage standing wave ratio (VSWR) of 3.0 to 1 or better.

B7.2.3 Although the contract aircraft may not be certified for flight under instrument flight rules (IFR), the aircraft's static pressure system, altimeter instrument system, and automatic pressure altitude reporting system must be maintained in accordance with the IFR requirements of 14 CFR Part 91.411 and inspected and tested every 24 calendar months, as specified by 14 CFR Part 43, appendices E and F.

B7.2.4 Transmitters shall not open squelch on, or interfere with, other AM or FM transceivers in the aircraft which are monitoring different frequencies. So-called “Transmit Interlock” functions shall not be used with communication transceivers.

B7.2.5 All installed transceivers must be placarded with designations matching the transmitter/receiver controls on the installed audio control system(s).

B7.3 Communications Systems

B7.3.1 One automatic-fixed Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT), certified under TSO-C126 (or newer) which must be installed in a conspicuous or marked location, and meet the same requirements as those detailed for aircraft in 14 CFR

91.207 (excluding section f). If not powered by its own, integral battery, the ELT remote switch/light must be powered by unswitched aircraft power. ELT antennas must be mounted externally to the aircraft unless installed in a location approved by the aircraft manufacturer. TSO-C126 and newer ELTs require documentation of current registration with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), or the national civil aviation authority with which the aircraft is registered.

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B7.3.2 One panel-mounted VHF-AM (VHF-1) aeronautical transceiver, with a minimum of 760 channels covering 118.000 to 136.975 MHz. The transceiver must have channels selectable in no greater than 25 kHz increments and a minimum of 5 watts carrier output power. The transceiver’s operational controls must be located and arranged so that the pilot and observer/copilot when seated, have full and unrestricted movement of each control without interference from clothing, the cockpit structure, or the flight controls.

B7.3.3 One P25-compliant VHF-FM transceiver. The transceiver (FM-1) must provide selection of narrowband analog (12.5 kHz), wideband analog (25.0 kHz), or narrowband digital (12.5kHz) operation on each of a minimum of 100 channels. The transceiver’s operational controls must be located and arranged so that the pilot and observer/copilot when seated, have full and unrestricted movement of each control without interference from clothing, the cockpit structure, or the flight controls.

B7.3.3.1 Each transceiver’s operational frequency range must include the band of 136.0000 MHz to 173.9975 MHz. The operator(s) must be able to program any usable channels within that band, along with any required CTCSS tones, National Access Codes (NAC’s), or Talk Group ID’s (TGID’s), while in flight. Each transceiver must also incorporate a separate, programmable GUARD receiver, with accompanying GUARD transmit capability. Unless instructed by the Government for use on a specific project, all frequencies programmed for use under this Contract must be in the narrowband analog mode.

B7.3.3.2 Carrier output power for each transceiver must be 10 watts nominal value (original design specification). Each transceiver must be capable of displaying receiver and transmitter operating frequency, alpha-numeric channel labels, and must provide both receiver and transmitter activation indicators for MAIN and GUARD. Simultaneous monitoring of both MAIN and GUARD receivers is required. Scanning of the GUARD frequency is not acceptable.

B7.3.3.3 Prior to acceptance under this contract, at least one transceiver must be programmed with the narrowband analog GUARD receive and transmit frequencies of 168.625 MHz, with a 110.9 Hz CTCSS tone on transmit only.

B7.3.3.4 The following VHF-FM aeronautical transceivers are known to meet the above requirements:

Technisonics: TDFM-136, TDFM-136A, TDFM-136/NV, TDFM-136A/NV, TDFM-136B, TDFM-136B/NV.

Cobham: (formerly NAT) NPX-136D-070.

B7.3.3.5 Each required VHF-FM transceiver must be equipped with a conveniently located programming port, to facilitate programming via a government-owned laptop computer. The port(s) must be protected from accidental damage via contact, be hard-wired to the transceiver(s), not require switching of any cables for utilization, and must be conveniently located for ease of use. The Contractor must also furnish appropriate cables of adequate length, and/or any necessary adapters, to interconnect the aircraft programming ports to the serial and/or USB port(s) of the Government laptop computers as required. NOTE: The “DIN” type connector receptacle on the front panel of some TDFM-136-series radios is part of an encryption feature and may not function as a programming port connector. This connector can be utilized for channel programming on model TDFM-136A, serial numbers FDA1200 and higher, and model TDFM-136B ONLY.

B7.3.4 Provisions for Auxiliary VHF-FM (AUX-FM) Portable Radio

B7.3.4.1 Interface for installing and properly operating an auxiliary VHF-FM portable radio through the aircraft's audio control system(s). The interface must consist of the appropriate wiring from the audio control system, terminated in an ITT/Cannon type MS3112E1210S 10-pin connector conveniently located for use by the observer/copilot, and utilizing the contact assignments as specified by drawing FS/OAS A-17 in Exhibit 8.

B7.3.4.2 One weatherproof, external, broadband antenna covering the 150174 MHz band, with associated RG58A/U (or equivalent) coaxial cable and connector, terminated in a bulkhead-mounted, female BNC connector (type UG-290A), conveniently located for use by the observer/copilot adjacent to the above 10-pin connector (Comant model CI177 or equal).

B7.3.4.3 Mounting facilities for securely installing the auxiliary VHF-FM portable radio in the cockpit in accordance with the FAA AC 43.13-2B specifications. Locate and arrange the mounting facilities so that a seated observer/copilot has full and unrestricted movement of the radio's controls, without interference from the 18-inch adapter cable, clothing, cockpit structure, or flight controls.

B7.3.4.4 Positive-polarity microphone excitation voltage provided to the AUX-FM system from the aircraft DC power system through a suitable resistor network. A blocking capacitor must be provided to prevent the portable radio microphone

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B7.3.4.5 Reserved

B7.3.4.6 In lieu of the above AUX-FM requirements, the Contractor may substitute an additional VHF-FM aeronautical transceiver (FM-2) which meets the requirements for the VHF-FM aeronautical transceiver(s) as detailed above.

B7.3.5 Automated Flight Following (AFF) Program

B7.3.5.1 One satellite-based aircraft tracking hardware compatible with the government’s Automated Flight Following (AFF) Program (https://www.aff.gov). Not all available satellite-based tracking systems are compatible with the Government’s AFF Program, nor meets AFF’s requirements. The contractor must ensure that the aircraft hardware offered is compatible with AFF.gov. For questions about current compatibility requirements, select the “HELP” button at https://www.aff.gov.

B7.3.5.2 The AFF aircraft hardware must be powered by the aircraft’s electrical system, installed per the manufacturer’s installation manual, and operational in all phases of flight. AFF aircraft hardware must utilize as a minimum: Satellite communications, an externally or internally mounted antenna, provide data to the Government’s AFF viewing software, use aircraft power via a dedicated circuit breaker for power protection, and be mounted so as to not endanger any occupant from AFF aircraft hardware during periods of turbulence. Antennas should be placed where they have the best view of the overhead sky as possible. Externally mounted antennas are recommended to improve system performance. Any visual indicators for remotely installed units must be mounted so that they can be easily viewed by the pilot.

B7.3.5.3 AFF communications must be fully operational in all areas of operation at all times.