RFP W911QY-24-R-JBADS.docx

Request for Proposal W911QY-24-R-JBADS Program/Equipment: Joint Biological Agent Decontamination System (JBADS)

1. Contracting Activity: Army Contracting Command (ACC) – Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG), Natick Division, 1 General Greene Ave Building 1, Natick, MA 01760

2. Description of Action: This new requirement is to develop the checklist for aircraft decontamination inspection procedures for pre-/post- Joint Biological Agent Decontamination System (JBADS) usage.

3. Description of Supplies/Services: To develop a procedure of pre-/post JBADS maintenance inspection procedures needed to inform removals, replacements, and repairs ahead of a risk analysis and airworthiness compliance report to inform any Military Type Certification (MTC).

· Observe Zonally – The “Observe Requirements” under the zonal concept are defined as visual inspections for obvious defects. An “Obvious Defect” is a discrepancy that is easily seen and/or readily detectable. The visual inspection of an item will only require the use of equipment required for observation (i.e., flashlight, mirror, access stands).

· Each zone designated for zonal observation includes the exposed structure, system installations and functional components located within the zone boundaries and will be “observed” for the following conditions:

· General (All Areas) – Wear, broken, loose or missing hardware, misalignment or missing torque stripes, punctures, proper alignment, binding, corrosion, cracks, cleanliness/obstructions of drains, obvious damage, evidence of leaks, lubrication, nicks, looseness, distortion, delamination, and overheating.

· Structure and Skin – Loose or missing rivets, condition and adequacy of seals and drains, condition of airplane coatings, nicks, gouges, scratches, tool marks, cracks, dents, wrinkles, and corrosion.

· Windshields and Windows – Cracks, crazing, scratches, delamination, arcing, ease of operation, and cleanliness.

· Control Cables and Flexible Shafts – Broen wires, fraying, chafing, unraveling or wear, proper alignment, kinked, evidence of proper tensions and proper lubrication.

· Vibration Dampers and Mounts – Freedom of movement, delamination and deterioration.

· Pressure Seals, Fairleads, Rub Strips, Pulleys – Evidence of excessive wear, improper adjustment, condition or bearings or bushings, loose, missing, and chipped.

· Cable Fittings, Mechanical Linkages and Actuating Mechanisms – Evidence of excessive wear, improper adjustment, condition of bearings or bushings, loose, missing, and chipped.

· Tubing, Hoses and Valves – Chafing and proper routing, nicks, deterioration, dents, looseness, and presence of markings.

· Instruments – Cracked or broken glass.

· Electrical Connectors, Wiring, and Wiring Components – Corroded or contaminated terminals, security, proper safety, broken, kinking, deterioration of covering and insulation, chafing, and evidence of overheating.

· Cowlings, Doors, and Access Panels – Nicks, dents, cracks, separation or delamination, proper installation of hinge pins and alignment, missing fasteners, screws, and torn seals.

· Ducts, Insulation and Clamps – Cracks, dents, contamination, deterioration, torn, leaks, and alignment.

· Fire Shields and Heat Shields – Corrosion, damage, cracks and security.

· Flexible Ducts – Cracks, dents, contamination, deterioration, torn, leaks, chafing, alignment, damaged or broken reinforcement wire protruding through duct exterior.

· Avionics/Electronic Equipment – Evidence of overheating, cooling system filters, screens, ducting, air inlets, blowers for cleanliness or contamination.

· Fire and Overheat Detector Loops – Damage, excessive bends, proper clearance between loops and adjacent structure, chafing, and security.

· Safety-Walk Covering, Coating, and Film – Wear, damage, cleanliness, obvious damage, loose or missing flight station floor covering, cargo compartment and cargo ramp safety-walk covering, cargo door non-skid walkway coating, and jump platforms safety-walk film.

· FOD/Weather-Excluding Patches – Loose, missing, or punctured.

· Inspect – An examination of a specific structural area, system, installation, item or assembly to detect any discrepancy that could prevent the airplane from performing its design function during the designated service period. Inspection aids such as mirrors, magnifying lenses, etc. may be used. The inspection may require surface cleaning and access opening or removal of the item/component.

· Inspection, Detailed – An intensive examination of a specific item, installation, or assembly to detect damage, failure, or irregularity. Available lighting is normally supplemented with a direct source of good lighting at an intensity deemed appropriate. Inspection aids such as mirrors, magnifying lenses, etc., may be necessary. Surface cleaning and elaborate access procedures may be required.

· Inspection, General Visual – A visual examination of an interior or exterior area, installation or assembly to detect obvious damage, failure, or irregularity. This level of inspection is made from within touching distance unless otherwise specified. A mirror may be necessary to enhance visual access to all exposed surfaces in the inspection area. This level of inspection is made under normally available lighting conditions such as daylight, hangar lighting, flashlight, or drop-light and may require removal or opening of access panels or doors. Stands, ladders, or platforms may be required to gain proximity to the area being checked.

· Inspection, Special Detailed – An intensive examination of a specific item, installation, or assembly to detect damage, failure, or irregularity. The examination is likely to make extensive use of specialized inspection techniques and/or equipment. Intricate cleaning and substantial access or disassembly procedure may be required.

4. Evaluation procedures: The government intends to utilize confidence ratings during proposal evaluation. The government will assess its level of confidence that the offering contractor will successfully perform all requirements in regards to the technical approach and a price analysis. The evaluation factors will measure the government’s confidence that the offeror understands the requirement, proposes a sound approach, and will be successful in performing the contract. The ratings are defined as follows:

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