Solicitation Amendment W9124727QA004 P0001 SF 30.pdf

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers is extended. is not extended.

Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended, by one of the following methods:

(a) By completing items 8 and 15, and returning copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;

or (c) By separate letter or electronic communication which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER.

If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by letter or electronic communication, provided each letter or electronic communication makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required)

13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS.

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NUMBER AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

CHECK ONE A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE CONTRACT ORDER

NUMBER IN ITEM 10A.

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation data, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(b).

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not is required to sign this document and return copies to the issuing office.

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print) 16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

(Signature of person authorized to sign)

15C. DATE SIGNED 16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

(Signature of Contracting Officer)

16C. DATE SIGNED

Previous edition unusable STANDARD FORM 30 (REV. 11/2016) Prescribed by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT 1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NUMBER 3. EFFECTIVE DATE 4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUISITION NUMBER 5. PROJECT NUMBER (If applicable)

6. ISSUED BY CODE 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than Item 6) CODE

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (Number, street, county, State and ZIP Code) (X) 9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NUMBER

9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NUMBER

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

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SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

Instructions, Conditions, & Notices to Offerors or Quoters

The following clauses were modified:

52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Products and Commercial Services. (Deviation 2026- O0038) (Tailored) Feb 2026 hereby reads as follows:

Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Feb 2026) (Deviation 2026-O0038)

(a) . Submit signed and dated quotes to the office specified in this solicitation Submission of quotes at or before the exact time specified in this solicitation. As a minimum, quotes shall include-

(1) The solicitation number;

(2) The name, address, telephone number of the Offeror;

(3) The Offeror's Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and, if applicable, Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) indicator;

(4) Information necessary to evaluate the factors contained in the provision at 52.212-2 or as described in the solicitation;

(5) Responses to provisions that require Offeror completion of information, representations, and certifications (other than those collected via the System for Award Management (SAM)); and

(6) A statement specifying the extent of agreement with all terms, conditions, and provisions included in the solicitation and any solicitation amendments.

(b) . The Offeror agrees to hold the prices in its quote firm for 60 Period for acceptance of quotes calendar days from the date specified for receipt of quotes, unless another time period is specified in an addendum to the solicitation.

(c) .Late submissions, modifications, revisions, and withdrawals of quotes

(1) Offerors are responsible for submitting quotes and any modifications or revisions to the Government office designated in the solicitation by the time specified in the solicitation.

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(2) Any quote, modification, or revision received after the time specified for receipt of quotes is "late" and will not be considered unless it is received before award is made and the Contracting Officer determines that accepting the late quote would not unduly delay the acquisition. However, a late modification of an otherwise successful quote that makes its terms more favorable to the Government will be considered at any time it is received and may be accepted.

(3) If an emergency or unanticipated event interrupts normal Government processes so that quotes cannot be received at the Government office designated for receipt of quotes by the exact time specified in the solicitation, and urgent Government requirements preclude amendment of the solicitation or other notice of an extension of the closing date, the time specified for receipt of quotes will be deemed to be extended to the same time of day specified in the solicitation on the first work day on which normal Government processes resume.

(4) Offerors may withdraw their quotes by written notice to the Government received at any time before award.

(d) . The Government intends to evaluate Contract award (not applicable to Invitation for Bids) quotes and award a contract without discussions with Offerors. Therefore, the Offeror's initial quote should contain the Offeror's best terms. However, the Government reserves the right to conduct discussions, if necessary. The Government may reject any or all quotes if such action is in the public interest, accept other than the lowest quote, and waive informalities and minor irregularities in quotes received.

(e) . If a postaward debriefing is given to requesting Offerors, the Government will Debriefings disclose the following information, if applicable:

(1) The agency's evaluation of the significant weak or deficient factors in the debriefed Offeror's quote.

(2) The overall evaluated cost or price and technical rating of the successful Offeror and the debriefed Offeror and past performance information on the debriefed Offeror.

(3) The overall ranking of all Offerors when any ranking was developed by the agency during source selection.

(4) A summary of the rationale for award.

(5) For acquisitions of commercial products, the make and model of the product to be delivered by the successful Offeror.

(6) Reasonable answers to relevant questions posed by the debriefed Offeror as to whether the agency followed source-selection procedures set forth in the solicitation, applicable regulations, and other applicable authorities.

(End of provision)

Addendum to 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Products and Commercial Services

A. SOLICITATION/QUOTE REQUIREMENTS.

Add to paragraph (a) entitled "Submission of quotes" with the following instructions:

1. GENERAL. These quote instructions are designed to provide general guidance for preparing quotes as well as providing specific instructions on quote organization, formal, content and evaluation under RFO FAR Part 12. Offeror should include all documents and information in accordance with the instructions herein. Noncompliance with the solicitation requirements may hamper the Government's ability to properly evaluate the quotes and may result in elimination of the quote from further consideration for contract award. Offerors are cautioned to follow the instructions carefully and shall present their best technical quotes and prices in their initial quote submission, as it is the Government's intent to make an award based on initial quotes received without discussions. However, should discussion become necessary, the Government reserves the right to communicate fairly and equally with contractors by entering into exchanges or discussions.

2. The submission of the documentation specified below and any amendments shall constitute the Offeror's acceptance of the terms and conditions of the solicitation, concurrence with the PWS, and contract type. If an Offeror believes that the requirements in these instructions contain an error, an ambiguity, omission, or otherwise deemed unsound, the Offeror shall immediately notify the KO in writing with supporting rationale prior to the quote due date.

3. All required documents are due by quote 02 November 10:00 AM EST shall be . Quotes submitted prior to the closing date and time identified above electronically to Christopher Green, contract specialist, at Christopher.L.Green70.civ@army.mil and Katie Derra, Contracting Officer, at katie.e.derra.civ@army.mil. All questions are to be submitted electronically by the following due date to Contracting Officer, Katie Derra at katie.e.derra 23 October 2026 at 10:00am EST .

civ@army.mil, and the Contract Specialist, Christopher Green @ christopher.l.green70.civ@army.

mil.

4. The Offeror shall provide a separate cover sheet with its and include the following quote information:

a. Cover sheet shall contain the company's legal name and address, Cage Code, Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), and Tax Identification Number (TIN);

b. The name and title of the person authorized to sign and negotiate the quote;

c. A statement that the quote is valid for at least 90 days;

d. A statement that the quote is submitted in response to Solicitation W91247-26-Q-A031 W91247- 27-Q-A004;

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e. Additionally, the Offeror shall acknowledge receipt of any amendments issued to the solicitation.

5. Quote Organization and Format: The shall be organized into (2) separate Volumes. quote two The Volumes are: Volume I (Mission Capability) and Volume II (Price). Solicitation quote must comply with the page limitations and format specified for each volume. Page limitations and specific information required for each volume are as follows:

Vol um e

Title Format Page Limits

I Mission Capability

MS Word or Searchable PDF Pages

II Price Pricing Matrix in MS Excel, (unprotected copy) Pricing Narrative in MS Word or Searchable PDF

No Limit

Solicitation Content

Volume I - Mission Capability:

General. Offeror shall submit a that is self-sufficient and responds directly to the quote requirements of the solicitation. The quote should be clear, concise, and include adequate detail for effective evaluation. The quote should not simply rephrase or restate the Government's requirements, but rather should provide convincing rational to address how the Offeror intends to meet these requirements. Statements that the Offeror understands, can, or will comply with the PWS (including referenced publications, technical, data, etc.); statements paraphrasing the PWS or parts thereof (including referenced publications, technical data, etc.); and phrases such as "standard procedures will be employed" or "well known techniques will be used," etc., will be considered unacceptable and may be grounds to eliminate the quote from further consideration for contract award.

Offerors should assume that the Government has no prior knowledge of their experience, and that it will base its evaluation on the information presented in the Offeror's quote. The quote should contain sufficient information to enable the Government to fully evaluate and determine the Offeror's capability to comply with the requirements identified in the solicitation.

Mission Capability Content: Volume I consist of three (3) subfactors. Subfactor 1a: Aircraft Capabilities; Subfactor 1b: Staffing Approach; and Subfactor 1c: Maintenance and Aviation Compliance. Volume I shall not include pricing information. It shall also include the following:

The Offeror shall thoroughly describe the quoted 1a: Aircraft Capabilities and Performance:

aircraft fleet (CASA 212 , or equivalent) to demonstrate it meets the physical, configuration, and operational capabilities required by the Airborne and Special Operations Test Directorate (ABNSOD) as defined in the PWS, as well as all Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) safety, maintenance, and registration regulations.

(i) Technical specifications sheets Fleet Configuration and Performance Specifications:

demonstrating that the quoted aircraft can safely take off and land on dirt runways of a minimum of 1,400 feet, support up to 6,000 pounds of cargo with internal roller systems, and configure seats to safely transport up to 20 combat-equipped paratroopers.

(ii) Data proving the quoted aircraft can sustain altitudes of 12,500 Altitude and Lift Capacities:

to 15,000 feet AGL, possess functional crew cabin oxygen systems capable of reaching a freefall altitude of 24,999 feet MSL, and can successfully complete a minimum of three (3) high-altitude lifts before requiring refueling.

(iii) Detailed descriptions and verifiable FAA-approved Airborne Mission Safety Systems:

certification/data sheets for the installation of the linear anchor line cable running the length of the aircraft to support static-line exits, and the mandatory FAA-approved safety retrieval system for towed parachutists.

1b: Staffing Approach: Overall the Staffing Approach shall provide FAA Licensed Pilots as well as Aircraft Mechanics. The Staffing Approach shall include the following:

(i) Pilot Licensing & Briefings: PWS Section 1.3.2.3.1 , Section 1.3.2.5 (FAA Licensed Pilots) , and Section 1.3.2.8 .(current and qualified for these operations) (mandatory briefings)

(ii) Crew Rest & Night Operations: PWS Section 1.3.2.1.2 (fully rested, mentally/physically capable) and Section 1.7 (day/night operations and night-qualified pilots).

(iii) Maintenance & Project Manager: PWS Section 1.3.1 (Program Manager availability 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM and after-hours phone) and Section 1.3.2.3.2 (FAA Licensed Aircraft Mechanics)

The offeror shall provide proof of fully compliant, 1c: Maintenance and Aviation Compliance:

DoD-approved aviation safety structure, routine maintenance in accordance with FAA regulations including the following:

(i) The Offeror shall submit documentation proving the quoted aircraft are maintained under an FAA-approved Continuous Airworthiness Maintenance Program (CAMP) or a manufacturer's recommended maintenance interval program. This must include evidence of a tracking system utilizing a Time Control Document (TCD), a list of Required Inspection Items (RII), and a current FAA-approved Minimum Equipment List (MEL) for both quoted aircraft types. PWS Section 4.3.4

(ii) The Offeror shall provide verifiable proof that they are a DoD-approved commercial operator. Specifically, the Offeror must submit documentation proving they appear on the current Air Mobility Command (AMC) Commercial Airlift Review Board (CARB) "Paratroop Commercial Operator Listing" (or submit a current, passing DoD inspection report in accordance with DoD Instruction 4500.53), alongside an active FAA Part 135 Air Carrier Certificate (or approved FAA Part 91 operator status with USSOCOM J-31 approval). PWS Section 4.3.3, 4.3.6

(iii) The Offeror shall provide a detailed maintenance support plan demonstrating immediate access to certified maintenance facilities, tooling, and spare parts logistics. This plan must prove the contractor possesses the operational capability to repair, return to service, or replace an aircraft within twenty-four (24) hours of any unscheduled maintenance grounding or mechanical failure during a scheduled exercise. PWS Section 4.3.6

Volume II Price:

The price submission should be clearly marked " Volume II, Price, W91247-26-F-A031 W91247- . Failure to follow the below preparation instructions may cause your quote to be 27-Q-A004 deemed unacceptable by the Government. All final monetary extensions will be represented in two decimal positions only, (example: $0.27 not $0.27434).

For the purpose of price evaluation, offerors shall include the following: A Pricing Schedule including a Priced Staffing Matrix -in contractor's own format submitted in MS Excel, detailing the labor rates for all applicable positions under current Wage determination No: 2015-4377 Rev 33 dated 20 August 2026. Priced staffing matrix will also include laborers exempt from SCA codes, all labor categories, fringe benefits, overhead, and general administration. The offeror's proposed hourly rates will be incorporated into the awarded contract as binding rates to be used for pricing task orders issued under the contract.

The Pricing Schedule shall also include hourly pricing for the aircraft, including fuel, operating cost, maintenance, and any associated escalation per year for all categories proposed under this contract. The offeror's proposed hourly rates will be incorporated into the awarded contract as binding rates to be used for pricing task orders issued under the contract. As part of price evaluation, the government will evaluate its option to extend services IAW RFO FAR Clause 52.217-8. All proposed prices should be complete and accurate. Electronic versions of the price quote shall be submitted in MS Office Excel format ONLY, as an unprotected/unlocked copy. If the pricing quote requires a narrative, it shall be submitted in PDF or Word Format. it is the Offerors responsibility to ensure that all formulas and calculations are correct.

The Government will evaluate quotes strictly IAW the solicitation and will not assume that performance will include areas not specified in the Offeror's quote. The Government reserves the right to reject a quote upon initial submission and to no consider it for contract award if required data is absent or the data received conveys a misunderstanding of the requirement. The

Government intends to award without discussions. Therefore, each initial quote should contain the offeror's best terms from a cost and technical standpoint. If revised quotes are requested; they will be evaluated against the same criteria as were the initial quotes.

CLINs 0001: Offerors must provide fully burdened hourly labor rate for each year of the ordering period, as well as the the Operating cost of the aircraft per hour including fuel, and maintenance.

The estimated flight hours per year are thirty(30), for an estimated total of one hundred and fifty

(150) flight hours over the the life of the IDIQ contract.

The clause RFO FAR 52.217-8 Option to Extend Services will maintain the same rates as the fifth year of the ordering period and will be included in the total evaluated price.

(End of Addendum)

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