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SECTION A – PRICING AND REQUIREMENTS

BLM Exclusive Use Fixed Wing 1 Solicitation # 140D0424R0103

Ft. Wainwright, AK

Table of Contents

SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES

A1. ITEM REQUIREMENT

A1.1 Items 1 & 2 Aircraft for Ft Wainwright, Fairbanks, AK A2 Schedules of Supplies or Services and Prices/Costs

SECTION B – TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

B1 Scope of Contract B2 Certifications B3 Order of Precedence - Specifications B4 Contracts and Task Orders B5 Condition of Equipment B6 Aircraft Equipment Requirements B7 Avionics Requirements B8 Reserved B9 Pilot Requirements B10 Pilot Qualifications B11 Flight Crewmembers Duty and Flight Limitations B12 Personnel Duty Limitations B13 Mechanic Requirement B14 Mechanic Qualifications B15 Mechanic Duty Limitations B16 Reserved B17 Reserved B18 Relief Crew Requirement

OPERATIONS

B19 Pilot Authority and Responsibility 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

CONTRACT CLAUSES

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

ADDENDA TO CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS

52.212-4(a) Inspection/Acceptance 52.212-4(k) Taxes

52.212-5 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS REQUIRED TO IMPLEMENT STATUTES OR

EXECUTIVE ORDERS--COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (MAY 2024)

(a) The Contractor shall comply with the following Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses, which are incorporated in this contract by reference, to implement provisions of law or Executive orders applicable to acquisitions of commercial products and commercial services:

BLM Exclusive Use Fixed Wing 2 Solicitation # 140D0424R0103

52.216-18 Ordering (Aug 2020) 52.216-19 Order Limitations (OCT 1995) 52.216-22 Indefinite Quantity (OCT 1995) DIAR 1452.201-70 Authorities and Delegations (SEP 2011) Addenda to DIAR 1452.201-70 OAS Technical Inspector/PI/Safety Manager & Advisor

GENERAL CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS

C1 Aircraft Use Report C2 Electronic Invoicing and Payment Requirements Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) (FEB 2021) C3 Contractor Personnel Security Requirements C4 Reserved C5 Aircraft Insurance C6 Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (DEC 2015) C7 Prework Meeting

ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS

C8 Personnel Conduct C9 Safety and Accident Prevention C10 Mishaps C11 Contractor Responsibilities - Conduct of Business on a Military Installation C12 Government Identification Cards - Contractor Employees

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 Reserved C22 Flight Time C23 Mobilization/Demobilization C24 Additional Pay Items (from Schedule of Items)

SECTION C - EXHIBITS

Exhibit 1: Minimum First Aid Kit Items Exhibit 2: Unacceptable Aircraft Lap Belt and Shoulder Harness Conditions Exhibit 3: Airplane Approximate Recommended “Cruise” Fuel Consumption Rates Exhibit 4- SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (SMS), FLIGHT TIME, ACCIDENT HISTORY, AND FAA

VIOLATION QUESTIONNAIRE (Pre-Award Ver 6.0 – 2024) Exhibit 5: Unavailability Conversion Chart Exhibit 6: 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 Products and Commercial Services (52.212-1 Sep 2023) tailored 72 D3 Offers D4 Offer Contents D5 Period for Acceptance of Offers D6 Late Submissions, Modifications, Revisions, and Withdrawals of Offers D7 Special Notice to Offerors D8 Evaluation—Commercial Products and Commercial Services (52.212-2 Nov 2021) (tailored) D9 Offer Acceptability D10 Evaluation Factors D11 Total Evaluated Price D12 Tradeoff Analysis and Contractor Selection D13 Notice of Award

BLM Exclusive Use Fixed Wing 3 Solicitation # 140D0424R0103

D14 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 52.204-24 Representation Regarding Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment

(Nov 2021) 52.209-7 Information Regarding Responsibility Matters (Oct 2018) 52.212-3 -- Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Products and Commercial Services. (May

2024) 52.216-1 Type of Contract (APR 1984) IAW FAR 52.233-2 Service of Protest (Sept 2006) DIAR 1452.233-2 Service of Protest Department of the Interior (Sep 2006) (Deviation) Section E-EXHIBITS Exhibit E-1 OFFEROR’S MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION

EXHIBIT E-2 AIRCRAFT QUESTIONNAIRE

Exhibit E-3 AIRCRAFT INFORMATION FORM

EXHIBIT E-4 PAST PERFORMANCE QUESTIONNAIRE

EXHIBIT E-5 PILOT QUESTIONNAIRE

EXHIBIT E-6 OAS-64A INTERAGENCY AIRPLANCE PILOT EVALUATION APPLICATION

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SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES

The intent of this contract is to obtain a fully Contractor-operated and maintained aircraft for Exclusive Use (EU) Fixed Wing

Utility flight services for each aircraft (items 1 and 2) the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Alaska Fire Service (AFS).

BLM AFS requires EU Fixed Wing aircraft in support of fire and resource management activities and other government work to include, but not limited to, aerial observation and passenger and cargo transport. Environmental conditions during the exclusive use period will vary with snowpack, gravel and other prepared and unprepared runways. Temperatures may be below freezing in the spring and in the high 90’s during summer. Flights are often in remote mountainous terrain where frequent thunderstorms are common. Turbulence associated with large wildland fires and thunderstorms are often encountered during fire reconnaissance missions. Flights may involve both VFR and IFR conditions.

The aircraft will begin the EU period at Fort Wainwright, Alaska, but may be assigned to several field stations or fire camps.

At Fort Wainwright, Fire Service provides dining facility for food. The vendor shall be prepared to provide housing, transportation, and logistical support for their employees in Fairbanks.

Either or both aircraft may be re-assigned to several field stations or fire camps throughout AK. While away from the initial base, the Government provided housing may consist of barracks or vendor provided tents. Meals will consist of Military

MRE’s and/or cook your own, Government provided, fresh food when away from dining facilities. The Government will provide a sleeping bag, mosquito net, cotton cord, and plastic sheeting.

The IDIQ contract will be a five-year contract with annual ordering periods for EU aircraft service orders. The Government seeks two aircraft and will make a separate IDIQ contract award for each aircraft or will make one IDIQ contract award if the same offeror provides both aircraft. The Government reserves the right to extend each 120 day EU order under each annual ordering period at its discretion. Contractor services include provision of a fixed wing aircraft, personnel, and all other associated equipment, as prescribed in this solicitation.

With 24 hours of sunlight, temperatures and lightning storms may require double-crewing and increased maintenance. The

Government may request additional pilots and mechanics should the need arise.

A1. ITEM REQUIREMENT

A1.1 Items 1 & 2 Aircraft for Ft Wainwright, Fairbanks, AK

Designated Base All equipment, facilities, and personnel required under this contract shall be delivered to and removed from Fort Wainwright, Alaska.

Exclusive Use Period: Dates: May 01 – August 28 each year (120 days)

Aircraft Requirement: Two (2) multi or single engine Turbine, fixed wing aircraft equipped as specified in Section B.

Crew Requirements: One Pilot-in-Command (PIC) (per aircraft), Mechanic, Relief PIC, Relief

Mechanic

Minimum Aircraft Requirements: Must have a Standard Airworthiness Certificate.

Aircraft certified under Civil Air Regulation Part 3, 14 CFR 23 or 25.

An aircraft make and model for which engineering and logistical support, for continued airworthiness, is provided from the current type certificate holder or supplemental type certificate holder.

Minimum nine insured passenger seats. Cabin seats must be removable for cargo transport.

VFR/IFR, Day/Night, known ice certified, single pilot.

BLM Exclusive Use Fixed Wing 5 Solicitation # 140D0424R0103

Payload 2,000 pounds, with 375nm range, 45 minute fuel reserve, plus a 200 pound pilot, and 25-pound survival kit.

Endurance three hours and 15 minutes plus 45 minute reserve (4 hours total) at maximum cruise power.

Capable of operating as configured above from 3,000-foot gravel runway at

2000 feet pressure altitude, ISA +25º Celsius at Maximum Gross Takeoff

Weight.

Minimum airspeed of 160 knots true airspeed at 5,000 feet pressure altitude, ISA +5 degrees Celsius, and 75% power.

Unobstructed downward and lateral view from the copilot’s station.

Minimum 180 cubic feet of cargo space in the main cabin area not obstructing the ingress or egress of any cockpit seats.

Quick-release seating for conversion from passenger to cargo configurations.

Target Aircraft: Multi or Single Engine turbine, pressurized fixed wing aircraft equipped as specified in Section B. Type 1 Air Tactical equipped.

Minimum airspeed of 200 knots true airspeed at 5,000 feet pressure altitude, ISA +5 degrees Celsius, and 75% power.

Note 1: One mechanic can be used for both Items 1 & 2.

https://www.nifc.gov/sites/default/files/NIICD/docs/avionics/Avionics%20Requirements%20Matrix.pdf

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A2 Schedules of Supplies or Services and Prices/Costs

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This solicitation contains a schedule for the required aircraft. Offerors must complete and submit pricing schedules (A2.1). Offerors must complete and submit a separate pricing schedule for each type of aircraft for which they wish to be considered. If submitting more than one type, make a copy of all pricing schedule pages for each type of aircraft. The Government will elect to award one contract per item with an annual exclusive use period of 120 days.

After the 120 days the exclusive use periods expire, aircraft services may be extended at the sole discretion of the

Government.

A2.1 Ft. Wainwright: Schedule for one Exclusive Use (EU) Aircraft with a guaranteed-EU Period of 120 days. The subsequent ordering periods are estimated and subject to availability of funding for Ft. Wainwright (Fairbanks), Alaska. Schedule for one Exclusive Use (EU) Aircraft with a guaranteed 150 Flight Hours for the base calendar year and all ordering periods(subject to availability of funds).

Offerors shall complete the shaded areas below for at least one or both items:

Item 1: Ft. Wainwright, Fairbanks, AK EU period is May 01 through August 28.

BASE PERIOD: 04/01/2025 – 03/31/2026 EXCLUSIVE USE PERIOD: 05/01/2025 – 08/28/2025

ORDERING PERIOD 1: 04/01/2026 – 03/31/2027 EXCLUSIVE USE PERIOD: 05/01/2026 – 08/28/2026

ORDERING PERIOD 2: 04/01/2027 – 03/31/2028 EXCLUSIVE USE PERIOD: 05/01/2027 – 08/28/2027

ORDERING PERIOD 3: 04/01/2028 – 03/31/2029 EXCLUSIVE USE PERIOD: 05/01/2028 – 08/28/2028

ORDERING PERIOD 4: 04/01/2029 – 03/31/2030 EXCLUSIVE USE PERIOD: 05/01/2029 – 08/28/2029

DESIGNATED BASE

Fort Wainwright, AK

EXCLUSIVE USE PERIOD

120 calendar days

START DATE: 05/01/2025

END DATE: 08/28/2025

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

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Daily Availability

Guaranteed days per aircraft subject to availability.

(See Note 1)

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Guaranteed

DAYS

1B Estimated Flight Hours (DRY without fuel) Price per flight hour for estimated flight hours

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FLIGHT

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EXTENSION (Optional)

Price per day for AVAILABILITY

During Extension Period

(See Note 2)

Not to exceed 1A

1D

Price per FLIGHT HOUR During

Extension Period

Not to exceed 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

$18,000.00 Estimate

1F

Additional pay items (optional for extension) (T&M line item) for funding purposes only. The amount implies no guarantee.

BASE ORDERING PERIOD MAY 1, 2025 – MARCH 31, 2026 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

BLM Exclusive Use Fixed Wing 7 Solicitation # 140D0424R0103 all years will be added together to arrive at the estimated evaluated price for each offeror. ONLY 150 flight hours are guaranteed.

Note 2: Items 1C and 1D will be awarded as unit prices only. The extended amount is estimated and will be based on days needed as determined by the Government in the extension. This applies to all Years.

ANNUAL EXCLUSIVE USE PERIOD

Continuous Period of 120 Days (Fort Wainwright, AK)

START DATE 05/01/2026 END DATE 08/28/2026

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DAILY AVAILABILITY PRICE PER DAY – SUBJECT TO FUNDING BEING AVAILABLE

2A

2B

2C

EXTENSION

(OPTIONAL) Price per day for

AVAILABILITY During Extension Period

Not to exceed

2D

(OPTIONAL) Price per FLIGHT HOUR

Not to exceed

2E for funding purposes only. The amount implies no guarantee.

See Additional Pay Items Schedule for Rates

2F for funding purposes only. The amount implies no guarantee.

ORDERING PERIOD 1 DATES MAY 1, 2026 – MARCH 31, 2027 ESTIMATED SUBTOTAL

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ANNUAL EXCLUSIVE USE PERIOD

Continuous Period of 120 Days (Fort Wainwright, START DATE 05/01/2027 END DATE 08/28/2027

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3A

3B

3C

3D

Not to exceed

3E

3F for funding purposes only. The amount implies no guarantee.

ORDERING PERIOD 2 DATES MAY 1, 2027 – MARCH 31, 2028 ESTIMATED SUBTOTAL

START DATE 05/01/2028 END DATE 08/28/2028

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4A

4B

4C

4D

Not to exceed

4E

4F for funding purposes only. The amount implies no guarantee.

ORDERING PERIOD 3 DATES MAY 1, 2028 – MARCH 31, 2029 ESTIMATED SUBTOTAL

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START DATE 05/01/2029 END DATE 08/28/2029

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5A

5B

5C

5D

Not to exceed

5E

5F for funding purposes only. The amount implies no guarantee.

ORDERING PERIOD 4 DATES MAY 1, 2029 – MARCH 31, 2030 ESTIMATED SUBTOTAL

ESTIMATED TOTAL OF LINE ITEM 1 (total for all ordering dates) $

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Ft. Wainwright: Schedule for one Exclusive Use (EU) Aircraft with a guaranteed-EU Period of 120 days. The subsequent ordering periods are estimated and subject to availability of funding for Ft. Wainwright (Fairbanks), Alaska. Schedule for one Exclusive Use (EU) Aircraft with a guaranteed 150 Flight Hours for the base calendar year and all ordering periods(subject to availability of funds).

Item 2: Ft. Wainwright, Fairbanks, AK EU period is May 01 through August 28.

BASE PERIOD: 04/01/2025 – 03/31/2026 EXCLUSIVE USE PERIOD: 05/01/2025 – 08/28/2025

ORDERING PERIOD 1: 04/01/2026 – 03/31/2027 EXCLUSIVE USE PERIOD: 05/01/2026 – 08/28/2026

ORDERING PERIOD 2: 04/01/2027 – 03/31/2028 EXCLUSIVE USE PERIOD: 05/01/2027 – 08/28/2027

ORDERING PERIOD 3: 04/01/2028 – 03/31/2029 EXCLUSIVE USE PERIOD: 05/01/2028 – 08/28/2028

ORDERING PERIOD 4: 04/01/2029 – 03/31/2030 EXCLUSIVE USE PERIOD: 05/01/2029 – 08/28/2029

DESIGNATED BASE

Fort Wainwright, AK

EXCLUSIVE USE PERIOD

120 calendar days

START DATE: 05/01/2025

END DATE: 08/28/2025

OFFEROR NAME

AIRCRAFT FOR THIS

PRICING SCHEDULE

Make/Model

FAA Registration #

DAILY AVAILABILITY PRICE PER DAY – GUARANTEED

1A

Guaranteed days per aircraft subject to availability.

1B

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

1C

Price per day for AVAILABILITY

Not to exceed 1A

1D

Price per FLIGHT HOUR During

Extension Period

Not to exceed 1B

1E for funding purposes only. The amount implies no guarantee.

1F for funding purposes only. The amount implies no guarantee.

BASE ORDERING PERIOD MAY 1, 2025 – MARCH 31, 2026 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. ONLY 150 flight hours are guaranteed.

Note 2: Items 1C and 1D will be awarded as unit prices only. The extended amount is estimated and will be based on days needed as determined by the Government in the extension. This applies to all Years.

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ANNUAL EXCLUSIVE USE PERIOD

Continuous Period of 120 Days (Fort Wainwright, START DATE 05/01/2026 END DATE 08/28/2026

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2C

2D

Not to exceed

2E

2F for funding purposes only. The amount implies no guarantee.

ORDERING PERIOD 1 DATES MAY 1, 2026 – MARCH 31, 2027 ESTIMATED SUBTOTAL

START DATE 05/01/2027 END DATE 08/28/2027

0002b

3C

3D

Not to exceed

3E

3F for funding purposes only. The amount implies no guarantee.

ORDERING PERIOD 2 DATES MAY 1, 2027 – MARCH 31, 2028 ESTIMATED SUBTOTAL

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ANNUAL EXCLUSIVE USE PERIOD

Continuous Period of 120 Days (Fort Wainwright, START DATE 05/01/2028 END DATE 08/28/2028

0002c

4C

4D

Not to exceed

4E

4F for funding purposes only. The amount implies no guarantee.

ORDERING PERIOD 3 DATES MAY 1, 2028 – MARCH 31, 2029 ESTIMATED SUBTOTAL

BLM Exclusive Use Fixed Wing 13 Solicitation # 140D0424R0103

ANNUAL EXCLUSIVE USE PERIOD

Continuous Period of 120 Days (Fort Wainwright, START DATE 05/01/2029 END DATE 08/28/2029

0002d

5C

5D

Not to exceed

5E

5F for funding purposes only. The amount implies no guarantee.

ORDERING PERIOD 4 DATES MAY 1, 2029 – MARCH 31, 2030 ESTIMATED SUBTOTAL

ESTIMATED TOTAL OF LINE ITEM 2 (total for all ordering dates) $

ADDITIONAL PAY ITEMS SCHEDULE (Reimbursed as Time & Materials (T&M)) with the exception of Wet Flight rates

(FT)) IAW FAR Clause 52.212-4 Alt I

Additional Pay Items Schedule for both Items 1 and 2.

SCHEDULE

SUB-ITEM

ADDITIONAL PAY ITEMS

RATE

i Extended Standby – Pilot EP INDEFINITE HOUR $57.00 ii Extended Standby - Mechanic EM INDEFINITE HOUR $56.00 iii Additional Pilot P03 INDEFINITE EACH

(per day)

$500.00 iv Additional Mechanic MC INDEFINITE DAILY $500.00 v Fuel Service Truck & Driver

(Required in the Lower 48 only, priced as daily rate) (minimum of 8 hours of useable fuel for the make and model helicopter operating on the contract based on the Aircraft Fuel Consumption and Weight Reduction

Chart Exhibit)

SD

INDEFINITE

DAILY

$500.00 vi Fuel Servicing Vehicle Mileage SMS

SMM

SML

INDEFINITE

MILE

350-749 gallons $2.64 750-1,499 gallons $3.67

1,500 or more gallons $5.90 vii Fuel Charge FC INDEFINITE EACH Actual Cost (See C23) viii 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)

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Miscellaneous Contractor Costs (Special Charge)

SC INDEFINITE EACH Actual Cost (See C23) x Flight Time with Pilot Wet Rate FT INDEFINITE HOUR Calculated upon relocation to the Lower 48.

A2.1.1 Per Diem will be paid at 75% for meals & incidentals (if not provided by the Government) on the first and last day of travel and no lodging will be paid on the last day of travel.

A2.1.2 Minimum Guarantee/Maximum Quantity - the minimum guarantee under the contract, as required by contract clause

52.216-19, is 150 Flight Hours for the base and each ordering period.

(a) This is an indefinite-quantity contract for the supplies or services specified, and effective for the period stated, in the

Schedule. The quantities of supplies and services specified in the Schedule are estimates only and are not purchased by this contract.

(b) Delivery or performance shall be made only as authorized by orders issued in accordance with the Ordering clause. The Contractor shall furnish to the Government, when and if ordered, the supplies or services specified in the

Schedule up to and including the quantity designated in the Schedule as the "maximum." The Government shall order at least the quantity of supplies or services designated in the Schedule as the "minimum."

(c) Except for any limitations on quantities in the Order Limitations clause or in the Schedule, there is no limit on the number of orders that may be issued. The Government may issue orders requiring delivery to multiple destinations or performance at multiple locations.

(d) Any order issued during the effective period of this contract and not completed within that period shall be completed by the Contractor within the time specified in the order. The contract shall govern the Contractor’s and

Government’s rights and obligations with respect to that order to the same extent as if the order were completed during the contract’s effective period; provided, that the Contractor shall not be required to make any deliveries under the contracts for both items after March 31, 2030.

A2.1.3 The start date for exclusive use period may be changed by the issuance of an Authorization to Proceed in accordance with C14.

A2.1.4 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.

SECTION B – TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

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SECTION B – TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

B1 Scope of Contract

B1.1 The intent of this contract is to obtain flight services for transportation of personnel and/or cargo in support of fire and resource management activities; including fire detection; logistical support; aerial observation; search and rescue;

administrative and related activities as directed by the Government. Operations are usually in response to fire management missions in flat to rolling terrain at approximately 700 feet mean sea level. Flights in mountainous terrain of approximately

2000 to 4000 foot MSL can be expected, law enforcement limited to non-threatening surveillance and reconnaissance, and other administrative related resource activities.

B1.2 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. The aircraft and crew are an integral component of an aerial firefighting team.

B1.3 The Government has interagency and cooperative agreements with other Federal agencies, State agencies, and private landholders and may dispatch aircraft under this contract for such cooperative use.

B1.4 During the task order period, and any subsequent extension, aircraft furnished shall be subject to the exclusive use and control of the Government 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.

B1.5 This aircraft may be dispatched out of Alaska.

B2 Certifications

The Contractor must obtain 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 14 CFR 135 Air Carrier Certificate or Operating Certificate which authorizes the Contractor to operate in the category and class of aircraft and under flight conditions and locations required by this contract (e.g., airplane, multiengine, VFR, IFR), day/night, passengers, and cargo).

B2.2 The aircraft must be carried on the list required by 14 CFR Part 135.63 (Operations Specifications Part D, “Aircraft

Listing,”).

B2.3 The contract aircraft must have a Standard Airworthiness Certificate and have engineering support for continued air worthiness from the current type certificate holder or supplemental type certificate (STC) holder. Installation of any equipment required by this contract must be Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approved.

B2.4 The Contractor must have Operations Specifications that permit operations in Alaska, Canada, and L48.

B3 Order of Precedence - Specifications

In the event of inconsistencies within the technical specification, the following order shall be used in such resolution: (1) Typed provisions of these specifications; (2) DOI OAS Office of Aviation Services supplements and/or exhibits incorporated by reference; (3) 14 CFR incorporated by reference; (4) aircraft manufacturer's specifications; (5) other documents incorporated by reference.

B4 Contracts and Task Orders

B4.1 The Contractor must maintain a complete, current copy of the contract, modifications, and task orders (if applicable) in each 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 on request.

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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 the device.

EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

B5 Condition of Equipment

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

Aircraft systems and components shall 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. 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 hinder 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 See the Unacceptable Lap Belt and Shoulder Harness Conditions Exhibit for examples of lap belt and shoulder harness conditions that are not acceptable.

B6 Aircraft Equipment Requirements

Any aircraft, provided for use under this contract must be equipped with items as shown below:

B6.1 Current aeronautical charts covering area of operations (including Canada when in transit). Electronic Flight Bags

(EFB) meeting OpSpec A061 are authorized.

B6.2 Reserved.

B6.3 Free air temperature gauge.

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

B6.5 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.

B6.5.1 The aircraft must be approved for up to nine (9) passengers. Contractor provided seats must be FAA approved seats and must be removable to allow for a cargo configuration.

B6.6 Fire extinguisher(s), as required by 14 CFR Part 135, for the purposes of this contract, must be a handheld bottle, minimum 2-B:C rating, mounted and accessible to the flight crew while seated. The fire extinguisher must be maintained in accordance with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Manual 10, Standards for Portable Fire Extinguishers or the

Contractor’s 135 operations manual.

B6.7 Dual flight controls for initial pilot performance evaluation.

B6.8 Aircraft lighting for night operation in accordance with 14 CFR Part 91.205(c), including instrument lights.

B6.9 A wing and tail strobe light system with an independent activating switch.

B6.10 High-visibility, pulsating, forward facing, conspicuity lighting.

B6.11 Air Conditioning

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B6.12 Cabin heater and window defogger.

B6.13 Reserved.

B6.14 A first aid kit containing at least the items specified in the First Aid and Survival Kits Exhibit must be carried aboard the aircraft on all flights.

B6.15 A survival kit containing at least the 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 calculations.

B6.16 FAA-approved cargo restraints, cargo nets, and cargo straps for cargo tie down in cabin and baggage compartment area.

B6.17 The aircraft must be equipped in accordance with 14 CFR Parts 91 and 135 for carrying passengers day and night, VFR and IFR, and certified to fly in known icing conditions.

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 (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 43.13-1B Chapter

11, "Aircraft Electrical Systems," and Chapter 12, "Aircraft Avionics Systems”; AC 43.13-2B 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 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 must 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 must 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-portable or automatic-fixed 406 MHz Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT/AP or ELT/AF), meeting

FAA TSO-C126 and COSPAS/SARSAT specifications, must be installed in the aircraft per the manufacturer's installation manual, in a conspicuous or marked location. The ELT must include a 121.5 MHz homing beacon, and be equipped with an external fixed-type antenna, mounted in a location approved by the aircraft manufacturer. Documentation of bi-annual registration from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is required for all TSO C126 and newer

ELTs.

B7.3.2 Two panel-mounted VHF-AM (VHF-1, VHF-2) aeronautical transceivers, each with a minimum of 760 channels covering 118.000 to 136.975 MHz. The transceivers must have channels selectable in no greater than 25 kHz increments and https://www.nifc.gov/resources/NIICD/niicd-documents

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B7.3.3 One P25-compliant VHF-FM transceivers. Each 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. Each transceivers’ 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.

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.

B7.3.5 Automated Flight Following (AFF)

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. Contractors working in or accepting dispatches to the State of Alaska, Southern Canada, or Western Canada must have an AFF system capable of being tracked in these locations at all times. Not all manufacturers’ AFF equipment communication links will operate effectively in all geographic areas.

B7.3.5.4 The contractor must maintain a subscription service through the AFF aircraft hardware provider allowing AFF position reporting for satellite tracking via the Government AFF viewing software. The position-reporting interval must be every two minutes while the aircraft is in flight. The contractor must register their AFF aircraft hardware with the Government through https://www.aff.gov providing complete tail number; manufacturer and serial number of the AFF transceiver; aircraft make and model; and contractor contact information. If the contractor relocates previously registered AFF aircraft hardware into another aircraft, then the contractor must contact the government’s AFF Program making the appropriate changes prior to aircraft use. In all cases, the contractor must ensure that the correct aircraft information is indicated within AFF. The contractor https://www.aff.gov/ https://www.aff.gov/

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B7.3.5.5 Registration contact information, a web accessible feedback form, and additional information is available at:

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B7.3.5.6 Prior to the aircraft’s annual contract inspection, the contractor must ensure compliance with all AFF systems requirements. The contractor must additionally perform an operational check of the system. As a minimum, the operational check must consist of confirming the aircraft being tested is displayed in AFF.gov (indicating it is currently transmitting data to AFF.gov) and that all information displayed in AFF.gov is current. A username and password are required to access AFF.gov.

Log on to the AFF website at https://www.aff.gov to request a username and password.

B7.3.5.7 If AFF becomes inoperable/unreliable the aircraft may, at the discretion of the Government, remain available for service utilizing radio/voice system for flight following. The contractor will return the AFF system to full operational capability within 72 hours after the inoperative/unreliable unit is first discovered as defective.

B7.3.5.8 AFF Systems must comply with supplemental requirements contained in Specification Section Supplement document available at : https://www.aff.gov/support/Specification_Section_Supplement.pdf.

B7.3.6 Satellite Phone System

B7.3.6.1 One Iridium-based Satellite Telephone (SatPhone) system. The installation must be in accordance with 14 CFR 43.

B7.3.6.2 The Iridium handset, or remote dialer, must be mounted in a convenient location in the cockpit. The location must provide ready and unencumbered access to its controls by both front seat occupants.

B7.3.6.3 The Iridium phone system audio must be permanently interfaced to the aircraft audio system in the same manner as the aircraft radios, so that the pilot and observer/copilot can utilize the SatPhone via their headsets.

B7.3.6.4 The SatPhone system must provide the capability to pre-program at least six (6) telephone numbers that can be quickly selected by either front seat occupant while in flight.

B7.3.6.5 A TSO C-129a L-band antenna, acceptable to the manufacturer of the Sat Phone system, must be installed on top of the fuselage, giving as much a view of the overhead hemisphere as possible.

B7.3.6.6 The SatPhone system may be integrated into the Automated Flight Following system (see B7.3.5) using either the same Iridium communicator or a separate Iridium communicator. In the former case, it is acceptable for phone calls to interrupt the transmission of AFF position reports for brief periods of time, and flight crews must be instructed as to this conflict.

B7.4 Navigational Systems

B7.4.1 One permanently installed, panel-mounted Global Positioning System (GPS). The GPS must utilize the WGS-84 datum, reference latitude and longitude coordinates in the degrees/minutes/decimal minutes (DM) mode for aircraft positioning; utilize an approved, fixed, external aircraft antenna; and be powered by the aircraft electrical system. The GPS navigation database must be current at all times and cover the lower 48 states and Alaska. The GPS installation must be FAA approved (or approval pending). Handheld, portable, and/or marine type equipment is not acceptable.

B7.4.1 A conveniently-located GPS data port connector must be installed for the purposes of external data retrieval by a GIS laptop computer from the above GPS. The connector must be a DB-9F type D sub-connector, must be wired for RS-232C serial format for laptop computers (pin 2=transmit data, pin 3=receive data [if applicable], and pin 5=ground) and must be mounted in a location convenient to the front seat observer. The contractor must also furnish an adapter cable to interface the

DB-9F Type D sub-connector to a USB-A connector.

B7.4.2 Additional Navigational Systems. The aircraft must be equipped with the navigational equipment required for IFR operations as specified in 14 CFR 135.165, including, but not limited to, the following:

B7.4.2.1 Two VHF, VOR/LOC aeronautical navigation receivers with indicators (NAV-1, NAV-2), each with a minimum of 100 navigation receive channels.

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B7.4.2.2 One glideslope (GS) system, with a minimum of 20 receive channels.

B7.4.2.3 One marker beacon receiver system with three-light indicator must be installed. The marker beacon receiver system is not required, if the aircraft is equipped with approved substitute equipment as described 14 CFR 91.175 (k).

Note: 14 CFR 91.175 (k) Approved substitute equipment is described as compass locator; precision approach radar (PAR) or airport surveillance radar (ASR); DME, VOR, or nondirectional beacon fixes authorized in the standard instrument approach procedure; or a suitable RNAV system in conjunction with a fix identified in the standard instrument approach procedure.

B7.4.2.4 One Distance Measuring Equipment (DME) system, with a minimum of 100 channels and NAV-1/NAV-2 channeling.

Note: If the GPS unit supplied to meet the requirements of B7.4.1 above is certified for IFR Supplemental Navigation under TSO-

C129, a separate DME unit is not required.

B7.4.2.5 One Horizontal Situation Indicator (HSI) or equivalent digital instrument system., which is fully integrated to the autopilot, equipped with a Course Deviation Indicator (CDI) which provides selection of both VOR/LOC or GPS information.

B7.4.2.6 Three-axis auto-pilot system, integrated with the HSI One Horizontal Situation Indicator (HSI) or equivalent digital instrument system as required by B7.4.2.5.

B7.5 Audio Control System(s).

B7.5.1 Two separate audio control systems (which may be combined in a single unit) for the pilot and observer/co-pilot to select receiver audio outputs and transmitter microphone/push to talk (PTT) audio inputs for all installed radios and public address (PA) systems. Each system must also allow the pilot and observer/copilot to independently adjust both the intercommunications system (ICS) and the receiver audio output levels.

B7.5.1.1 Transmitter selection and operation. Separate transmitter selection controls must be provided for both the pilot’s and observer/copilot’s microphone/PTT inputs. The system must be configured so the pilot and observer/copilot may each simultaneously select and utilize a different transmitter (or PA system when installed) via their respective microphone/PTT.

Whenever a transmitter is selected, the companion receiver audio must automatically be selected for the corresponding earphone. Transmitter sidetone audio must be provided for the user as well as for cross-monitoring via the corresponding receiver selection switch on the other audio control system.

B7.5.1.2 Receiver selection and operation. Separate controls must be provided for both pilot and ATGS/co-pilot selection of audio from one or any combination of available receivers. Any ICS-equipped aft seat passenger positions not furnished with its own audio system must monitor the receiver(s) as selected by the ATGS/copilot. The receiver audio output must be free of excessive distortion, hum, noise, and crosstalk, and must be amplified sufficiently to facilitate ease of use in a noisy cockpit/cabin environment.

B7.5.1.3 The controls of the audio system(s) must be located and arranged so that both the pilot and ATGS/copilot, when seated, have full and unrestricted movement of each control without interference from their clothing, the cockpit structure, or the flight controls. Labeling and marking of controls must be clear, understandable, legible, and permanent. Electronic label maker marking is acceptable.

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B7.5.2 An ICS must be provided for the pilot, copilot, and at all aft seat passenger positions.