SOW 70Z03821QB2000115.doc.docx

STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)

70Z03821QB2000115

1.0 Scope This requirement is for the new manufacture and first article of a Brake Pressure indicator utilized on the United States Coast Guard (USCG)’s H-65 helicopter. The description of the Brake Pressure Indicator is listed in the table below.

SCALE RANGE: 0 to 3,500 psi marked in 14 psi increments. PSI X 10 range, with 0, 70, 140, 210, 280, 250 shown with 04 hash marks in between them.

Indicator case will be alodined, primed and painted IAW MIL-DTL-5541 (series), MIL-PRF-23377 (series), MIL-PRF-85285 (series) for corrosion protection, FSC 37038.

INDICATOR FACE: diameter = 2.25 inch, circumference = 7.065 inch INDICATOR CASE: cross sectional measurement = 3.04 inch, width = 1.15 inch, 04 helicoil mounts in face to accommodate machine screw with a 0.1575 inch thread diameter, 0.0275 inch thread pitch, RH direction.

UNION: must accommodate connection with 8mm (0.3150 inch) hydraulic line nut. Location: determined by sample indicator.

The objective for the contractor is to provide one (1) first article indicator which meets FAA standard instrument test qualifications and passes first article Form/Fit/Function testing at Aviation Logistics Center (ALC) in support of our efforts to sustain H-65 aircraft. ALC may purchase additional quantities if the contractor’s first article meets ALC’s testing requirements. After a favorable completion of the form, fit and function, a follow on production run of one hundred and seven (107) indicators may be requested.

2.0 Major Tasks Work under this purchase order shall be performed at the contractor’s facility or USCG approved facility. The contractor shall provide all necessary parts, materials, labor, tooling and facilities to manufacture the components listed in this purchase order at the firm fixed prices listed in the schedule. The USCG does not own nor can it provide any technical documents required herein. The USCG can provide one (1) Non Ready for Issue (RFI) sample indicator Part Number 64191-204-1 (NSN 6685-14-367-0164) currently in service onboard the USCG’s fleet of H-65 helicopters. All services shall be accomplished as directed by the Government. Request for clarification shall be directed to the Contracting Officer.

3.0 USCG Documents N/A.

· The Contractor shall, immediately upon discovery, notify and disclose conditions to the Contracting Officer of any event, supply change, material change, supply malfunction, counterfeit/suspect parts or materiel, defect or non-airworthy condition of any product or component (to include components used in repairs) found to potentially cause a non-conformity to the original specifications of this contract. The Government reserves the right to inspect any non-conforming product or component. Therefore, the Contractor shall obtain approval from the Contracting Officer prior to the disposition of any non-conforming product or component.

· The contractor’s quality control manual shall address in detail the contractor’s risk management, test, inspection, non-conforming product and counterfeit/suspect parts processes.

· The Contractor shall immediately notify the Contracting Officer of any changes that potentially have an impact on the product. Changes may include but are not limited to products, processes, materiel, supplier sources, manufacturing facility location and personnel qualifications.

· Upon notification of the change, the USCG will approve or deny the change. Facility location changes may require the Government to perform a facility inspection. The contractor shall allow the Government access to all applicable areas of the contractor’s facilities to ensure compliance with contractual requirements. In the event that the change is not approved by the USCG, the contract, delivery order or task order may be cancelled or terminated in accordance with FAR.

· The contractor shall retain all records in accordance with FAR 4.7 Contractor Records Retention. The contractor shall be required to permit Government access to applicable records retained at any level of the supply chain.

· Unless otherwise specified, the Contractor shall flow down all requirements in this contract to their supply chain, to include all subcontractors and suppliers.

7.1 F.O.B. Point - The F.O.B. point for shipments under this contract is F.O.B. Destination.

All Quotes will be considered F.O.B. Destination unless F.O.B. Origin is clearly stated in the quote and the estimated shipping cost is included.

8.0 Purchase order Information

8.1 Shipping Instructions - Unless otherwise specified by the Contracting Officer, deliverable items shall be shipped to the following address:

8.2 Packaging and Preservation - Packaging and preservation shall include the following information:

· Material will be stored and transshipped, to various users; therefore, material must be packed and labeled suitable for shipment via land, air or sea.

· The items must be individually packaged and shipped in a box, carton, or crate.

· The internal packing material shall be sufficient to prevent damage during shipment, handling and storage. Preservation and protection must be sufficient to prevent corrosion, deterioration, or decay during warehouse storage for a period of one (1) year.

· Packaging material shall NOT consist of the following: popcorn, shredded paper, Styrofoam of any type, or peanut style packaging.

8.3 Marking Instructions - All shipping containers/packages shall be marked for delivery IAW the contract or delivery order. All components, which require special care during packing, handling or shipping shall be identified and marked appropriately. The exterior of the package or shipping container shall be legibly marked with the following information in such a manner that the marking shall not be rendered illegible when opened.

· Part Number

· Nomenclature

· Serial Number

· Purchase Order/Line Item Number

· Contractor’s Name and Address

8.4 Markings of Warranted Items – Pursuant to the requirements of FAR 46.706 (b) (5), the contractor shall stamp or mark the supplies delivered, or otherwise furnish notice with the supplies, of the existence of the warranty. For commercial items, the contractor’s trade practice in warranty marking is acceptable if sufficient information is presented for supply personnel and users to identify warranted supplies. Markings may be brief, but should include information below:

· A brief statement that a warranty exists

· The substance of the warranty

· The duration of the warranty

· Who to notify if the supplies are found to be defective

8.5 Inspection and Acceptance - Inspection and acceptance shall be performed at destination by USCG personnel for count, condition and proper completed documentation. Inspection and acceptance deficiencies may delay or cause rejection of invoice payments. Equipment found to have operational deficiencies will be reported on standard form "SF 368", Product Quality Deficiency Report, and sent to the contractor for investigation. The contractor shall report findings of the investigation to the Contracting Officer, within thirty (30) calendar days after receipt of quality deficient exhibit.

8.5.1 Contractors shall provide a Certificate of Conformance signed by the contractor’s authorized representative IAW FAR 52.246-15.

Chief, Fiscal Branch

Purchase Order no. _______________________________ (To be assigned at time of issuance)

9.2 Payment Information - All payments will be made electronically IAW FAR 52.232-33. The contractor may submit invoices five (5) days after shipment of items. The invoice will not be approved until all items have been receipted.