Table of Contents

[SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES 4](#schedule-of-suppliesservices)

[A1. BID ITEMS 4](#a1.-bid-items)

[PROJECT INFORMATION 4](#project-information)

[A2. ITEM 1 -- PRICING 7](#a2.-item-1-pricing)

[A3. ADDITIONAL PAY ITEMS 7](#a3.-additional-pay-items)

[B1. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 8](#b1.-general-requirements)

[B1.1 Scope of Contract 8](#b1.1-scope-of-contract)

[B1.2 Certification 8](#b1.2-certification)

[B1.3 Order of Precedence (Specifications)
8](#b1.3-order-of-precedence-specifications)

[B1.4 Contracts 8](#b1.4-contracts)

[B2. OPERATIONS 8](#b2.-operations)

[B2.1 Base of Operations 8](#b2.1-base-of-operations)

[B2.2 Security of Aircraft and Equipment
8](#b2.2-security-of-aircraft-and-equipment)

[B2.3 Flight Operations 9](#b2.3-flight-operations)

[B2.4 Personal Protective Equipment for Flight Operations
9](#b2.4-personal-protective-equipment-for-flight-operations)

[B2.6 Pilot Authority and Responsibility
9](#b2.6-pilot-authority-and-responsibility)

[B2.7 Substitution of Aircraft, Equipment, or Personnel
10](#b2.7-substitution-of-aircraft-equipment-or-personnel)

[B3. PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS 10](#b3.-personnel-requirements)

[B3.1 Personnel Duty Limitations 10](#b3.1-personnel-duty-limitations)

[B3.2 Pilot Requirements 10](#b3.2-pilot-requirements)

[B3.3 Pilot Qualifications 10](#b3.3-pilot-qualifications)

[B3.4 Flight Crewmembers Duty and Flight Limitations
11](#b3.4-flight-crewmembers-duty-and-flight-limitations)

[B3.5 Mechanic Requirement 11](#b3.5-mechanic-requirement)

[B3.6 Mechanic Qualifications 11](#b3.6-mechanic-qualifications)

[B3.7 Mechanic Duty Limitations 12](#b3.7-mechanic-duty-limitations)

[B3.8 Fuel-Servicing/Support Vehicle Driver Requirement and
Qualifications
12](#b3.8-fuel-servicingsupport-vehicle-driver-requirement-and-qualifications)

[B3.9 Fuel-Servicing/Support Vehicle Driver Duty Limitations
12](#b3.9-fuel-servicingsupport-vehicle-driver-duty-limitations)

[B4. EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS 12](#b4.-equipment-requirements)

[B4.1 Condition of Equipment 12](#b4.1-condition-of-equipment)

[B4.2 Aircraft Equipment Requirements
13](#b4.2-aircraft-equipment-requirements)

[B5. AVIONICS REQUIREMENTS 13](#b5.-avionics-requirements)

[B5.1 General 13](#b5.1-general)

[B5.2 Communications Systems 14](#b5.2-communications-systems)

[B5.3 RESERVED 14](#b5.3-reserved)

[B5.4 Avionics Installation and Maintenance Standards
14](#b5.4-avionics-installation-and-maintenance-standards)

[B6. MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS 14](#b6.-maintenance-requirements)

[B6.1 General 14](#b6.1-general)

[B6.2 Maintenance 14](#b6.2-maintenance)

[B6.3 Preventive Maintenance 14](#b6.3-preventive-maintenance)

[B6.4 Maintenance Test Flight 14](#b6.4-maintenance-test-flight)

[B6.5 Time Between Overhaul (TBO) And Life Limited Parts
15](#b6.5-time-between-overhaul-tbo-and-life-limited-parts)

[B6.6 Airworthiness Directives (ADs) and Manufacturer\'s Mandatory
Service Bulletins (MMSBs)
15](#b6.6-airworthiness-directives-ads-and-manufacturers-mandatory-service-bulletins-mmsbs)

[B6.7 Weight and Balance 15](#b6.7-weight-and-balance)

[B6.8 Manuals/Records 15](#b6.8-manualsrecords)

[B6.9 Turbine Engine Power Assurance Checks
15](#b6.9-turbine-engine-power-assurance-checks)

[B7. FUEL AND SERVICING REQUIREMENTS
15](#b7.-fuel-and-servicing-requirements)

[B7.1 General 15](#b7.1-general)

[B7.2 Fuel Servicing Vehicle: General
16](#b7.2-fuel-servicing-vehicle-general)

[B7.3 Fuel Servicing Vehicle: Equipment
16](#b7.3-fuel-servicing-vehicle-equipment)

[B7.4 Fuel Servicing Vehicle: Filtering System
16](#b7.4-fuel-servicing-vehicle-filtering-system)

[B7.5 Fuel Servicing Vehicle: Markings
17](#b7.5-fuel-servicing-vehicle-markings)

[B7.6 Fuel Servicing Vehicle: Operations
17](#b7.6-fuel-servicing-vehicle-operations)

[B8. Attachments and/or Drawings 17](#b8.-attachments-andor-drawings)

[SECTION C -- CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS
21](#section-c-contract-terms-and-conditions)

[CONTRACT CLAUSES 21](#contract-clauses)

[C1 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS -- COMMERCIAL ITEMS (52.212-4 FEB
2007) \[TAILORED SEPT 2005\]
21](#c1-contract-terms-and-conditions-commercial-items-52.212-4-feb-2007-tailored-sept-2005)

[C2 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS REQUIRED TO IMPLEMENT STATUTES OR
EXECUTIVE ORDERS-COMMERCIAL ITEMS (52.212-5 JUNE 2008)
23](#c2-contract-terms-and-conditions-required-to-implement-statutes-or-executive-orders-commercial-items-52.212-5-june-2008)

[ADDENDA TO CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS
25](#addenda-to-contract-terms-and-conditions)

[C3. 52.212-4 (a) INSPECTION/ACCEPTANCE, THE FOLLOWING IS ADDED:
25](#c3.-52.212-4-a-inspectionacceptance-the-following-is-added)

[C3.1 Inspection Process and Scheduling
25](#c3.1-inspection-process-and-scheduling)

[C3.2 Equipment 26](#c3.2-equipment)

[C3.3 Personnel 26](#c3.3-personnel)

[C3.4 Substitute Personnel, Aircraft or Equipment
26](#c3.4-substitute-personnel-aircraft-or-equipment)

[C3.5 Reinspection Expenses 26](#c3.5-reinspection-expenses)

[C4 PERSONAL IDENTITY VERIFICATION OF CONTRACTOR PERSONNEL (52.204-9
SEPT 2007)
26](#c4-personal-identity-verification-of-contractor-personnel-52.204-9-sept-2007)

[C4.1 Contractor Personnel Security Requirements
27](#c4.1-contractor-personnel-security-requirements)

[C5. 52.232-19 AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS FOR THE NEXT FISCAL YEAR (APR 1984)
27](#c5.-52.232-19-availability-of-funds-for-the-next-fiscal-year-apr-1984)

[C6. AIRCRAFT INSURANCE 27](#c6.-aircraft-insurance)

[C7. RESERVED 27](#c7.-reserved)

[C8. RESERVED 27](#c8.-reserved)

[C9. AUTHORITY OF GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVES
27](#c9.-authority-of-government-representatives)

[C9.1 Contracting Officer (CO) 27](#c9.1-contracting-officer-co)

[C9.2 Contracting Officer\'s Technical Representative (COTR)
27](#c9.2-contracting-officers-technical-representative-cotr)

[C9.3 Contracting Officer\'s Representative (COR)
27](#c9.3-contracting-officers-representative-cor)

[C10. PERSONNEL CONDUCT 28](#c10.-personnel-conduct)

[C10.1 Replacement of Contractor Personnel
28](#c10.1-replacement-of-contractor-personnel)

[C10.2 Suspension of Pilot 28](#c10.2-suspension-of-pilot)

[C11. SAFETY AND ACCIDENT PREVENTION
28](#c11.-safety-and-accident-prevention)

[C12. MISHAPS 28](#c12.-mishaps)

[C12.1 Mishap. 28](#c12.1-mishap.)

[C12.2 Mishap Reporting 29](#c12.2-mishap-reporting)

[C12.3 Forms Submission 29](#c12.3-forms-submission)

[C12.4 Pilot Suspension 29](#c12.4-pilot-suspension)

[C12.5 Preservation Requirements 29](#c12.5-preservation-requirements)

[C12.6 Mishap Investigations 29](#c12.6-mishap-investigations)

[C12.7 Costs Related to Investigation
29](#c12.7-costs-related-to-investigation)

[C12.8 Rescue and Salvage Responsibilities
29](#c12.8-rescue-and-salvage-responsibilities)

[C13. FEDERAL AIRPORT AND AIRWAY EXCISE TAXES
29](#c13.-federal-airport-and-airway-excise-taxes)

[C14. CONTRACT PERIOD AND RENEWALS
30](#c14.-contract-period-and-renewals)

[C14.1 Contract Period 30](#c14.1-contract-period)

[C14.2 Option to Extend Services (52.217-8, Nov 1999)
30](#c14.2-option-to-extend-services-52.217-8-nov-1999)

[C15. ORDERING PROCEDURES 30](#c15.-ordering-procedures)

[C16. MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT 30](#c16.-measurement-and-payment)

[C16.1 Flight Time 30](#c16.1-flight-time)

[C16.3 Payment For Ferry 30](#c16.3-payment-for-ferry)

[C16.4 Additional Pay Items 30](#c16.4-additional-pay-items)

[C16.5 Government Miscellaneous Charges
31](#c16.5-government-miscellaneous-charges)

[C17. BILLING OFFICE AND INVOICE SUBMISSION
31](#c17.-billing-office-and-invoice-submission)

[C17.1 Designated Agency Office and Payment Office
31](#c17.1-designated-agency-office-and-payment-office)

[C18 INVOICE SUBMISSIONS 31](#c18-invoice-submissions)

[C19 AIRCRAFT USE REPORT 31](#c19-aircraft-use-report)

[C20. EXHIBITS TO THIS SECTION 31](#c20.-exhibits-to-this-section)

[SECTION D -- INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS
34](#section-d-instructions-to-offerors)

[D1. INTRODUCTION 34](#d1.-introduction)

[D2 INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS\--COMMERCIAL ITEMS (52.212-1 JUN 2008)
\[Tailored SEPT 2005\]
34](#d2-instructions-to-offerors--commercial-items-52.212-1-jun-2008-tailored-sept-2005)

[D2.1 North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code and
Small Business Size Standard
34](#d2.1-north-american-industry-classification-system-naics-code-and-small-business-size-standard)

[D2.2 Proposals 34](#d2.2-proposals)

[D2.3 Offer. Offer shall include: 34](#d2.3-offer.-offer-shall-include)

[D2.4 Offeror Capability Information. Offeror shall include:
34](#d2.4-offeror-capability-information.-offeror-shall-include)

[D2.5 Late Submissions, Modifications, Revisions, and Withdrawals of
Offers
34](#d2.5-late-submissions-modifications-revisions-and-withdrawals-of-offers)

[D2.6 Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) Number)
34](#d2.6-data-universal-numbering-system-duns-number)

[D2.7 Special Notice to Offerors 34](#d2.7-special-notice-to-offerors)

[D3. 52.212-2 EVALUATION\--COMMERCIAL ITEMS (JAN 1999)
35](#d3.-52.212-2-evaluation--commercial-items-jan-1999)

[D3.1 Offer Acceptability 35](#d3.1-offer-acceptability)

[D3.2 Evaluated Price 35](#d3.2-evaluated-price)

[D3.4 Offeror Capability 35](#d3.4-offeror-capability)

[D3.5 Tradeoff Analysis and Contractor Selection
35](#d3.5-tradeoff-analysis-and-contractor-selection)

[D3.6 Notice of Award 35](#d3.6-notice-of-award)

[section e -- offeror's representations, certifications and other
statements
36](#section-e-offerors-representations-certifications-and-other-statements)

[52.212-3 OFFEROR REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS---COMMERCIAL ITEMS
(JUN 2008)
36](#offeror-representations-and-certificationscommercial-items-jun-2008)

[SECTION E EXHIBITS 39](#section-e-exhibits)

**ACRONYMS AS USED THROUGHOUT THIS CONTRACT ARE AS FOLLOWS:**

ASM Aviation Safety Manager

ASO Aviation Safety Office

CFR Code of Federal Regulations

CO Contracting Officer

COR Contracting Officer's Representative

COTR Contracting Officer's Technical Representative

FAA Federal Aviation Administration

FAR Federal Acquisition Regulations

FTR Federal Travel Regulations

ICAO International Civil Aviation Organization

NBC National Business Center

NTSB National Transportation Safety Board

PIC Pilot in Command

RFP Request for Proposals

# SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES

## A1. BID ITEMS

[ITEM]{.underline} [DESCRIPTION]{.underline}

> [Aircraft and Support]{.underline}
>
> [Equipment Requirement]{.underline}: One Medium Helicopter and
> associated equipment/personnel to perform fully contractor operated
> and maintained external load support for drill rig and support
> equipment and one fuel service vehicle.
>
> [Crew Requirement:]{.underline} Pilot-in-Command (PIC), Fuel Servicing
> Vehicle Driver, any necessary support personnel (i.e. ground
> supervisor for longline support)

[Bureau]{.underline}: Bureau of Reclamation: Fresno, California

> [Target Aircraft Requirements]{.underline} \--Turbine-engine powered.
>
> \--Aircraft External HOGE Payload of 2000 pounds @ 1100 feet pressure
> altitude at 80 degrees Fahrenheit with a total fuel load for 1 hour
> flight.
>
> \--Approved per FAR 133

# PROJECT INFORMATION

**I. INTRODUCTION AND BACKGROUND**

The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation is planning geologic drilling
investigations at a proposed damsite on the Upper San Joaquin River
beginning in September 2008. The proposed damsite is located upstream of
Friant Dam on Millerton Lake about 35 miles northeast of Fresno,
California, and is referred to by river mile (RM) as RM 274 (Figures 1 -
4). Four drill holes will be completed at RM 274, and correspond to the
proposed left and right abutments (Figures 2 and 3). Due to the
inaccessibility of the drill hole locations by vehicle, all four sites
will require a helicopter to airlift the drill rig and equipment in and
out of each site.

**II. DESCRIPTION OF WORK**

The contractor shall provide a maximum of six helicopter airlift flights
between September and November 2008. The contractor shall perform at
least five separate airlifts of drilling equipment. Each airlift will
require approximately 10 to 15 separate picks. A sixth, additional
airlift is being included in this scope of work to transport any
additional drilling equipment that may become necessary during the
investigation. The contractor shall provide a helicopter, pilot and at
least one ground crew personnel. The helicopter shall have a minimum
lifting capacity of 2000 pounds.

The drilling investigation is anticipated to begin in September 2008 and
continue through November 2008. Helicopter airlift services will be
required at the completion of each drill hole for the duration of the
project. The contractor will be provided with a tentative date for an
airlift approximately one week prior to the airlift. The exact date of
the airlift will be confirmed two days prior to the airlift. If
possible, helicopter lifting should be scheduled in the morning when
winds are typically lightest.

As currently planned the geologic drilling investigations will occur at
the proposed RM 274 damsite location mentioned above and shown on
Figures 1-4.

**[Geologic Drilling Field Program (4 Total Drill Holes)]{.underline}**

-   4 drill holes at RM 274

    -   DH-08-101 and -102 **AND**

    -   DH-08-101A and -102A

**A. AIR LIFTS.**

The following two tables provide the approximate airlift distances and
sequence of airlift operations for the Geologic Drilling Field Program
stated above.

**TABLE 1: AIRLIFT DISTANCES**

+-----------+-----------------+----------------------+-----------------+
| **AI      | **FROM**        | **TO**               | **DISTANCE**    |
| RLIFT\*** |                 |                      |                 |
+-----------+-----------------+----------------------+-----------------+
| 1         | STAGING AREA    | DH-08-101            | 3.2 MILES       |
+-----------+-----------------+----------------------+-----------------+
| 2A        | STAGING AREA    | DH-08-102            | 4.0 MILES       |
|           |                 |                      |                 |
| 2B        | DH-08-101       | DH-08-102            | 0.8 MILE        |
|           |                 |                      |                 |
| 2C        | DH-08-102       | STAGING AREA         | 4.0 MILE        |
+-----------+-----------------+----------------------+-----------------+
| 3A        | STAGING AREA    | DH-08-101A           | 5.0 MILES       |
|           |                 |                      |                 |
| 3B        | DH-08-102       | DH-08-101A           | 1.6 MILES       |
|           |                 |                      |                 |
| 3C        | DH-08-101A      | STAGING AREA         | 5.0 MILES       |
+-----------+-----------------+----------------------+-----------------+
| 4A        | STAGING AREA    | DH-08-102A           | 5.8 MILES       |
|           |                 |                      |                 |
| 4B        | DH-08-101A      | DH-08-102A           | 0.8 MILES       |
|           |                 |                      |                 |
| 4C        | DH-08-102A      | STAGING AREA         | 5.8 MILES       |
+-----------+-----------------+----------------------+-----------------+
| 5         | DH-08-102A      | STAGING AREA         | 5.8 MILES       |
+-----------+-----------------+----------------------+-----------------+
| 6         | Contingency     |                      |                 |
|           | airlift to be   |                      |                 |
|           | used if         |                      |                 |
|           | necessary       |                      |                 |
+-----------+-----------------+----------------------+-----------------+
| **\***    |                 |                      |                 |
| *         |                 |                      |                 |
| Estimated |                 |                      |                 |
| time      |                 |                      |                 |
| between   |                 |                      |                 |
| airlifts  |                 |                      |                 |
| will be   |                 |                      |                 |
| about 22  |                 |                      |                 |
| days*     |                 |                      |                 |
+-----------+-----------------+----------------------+-----------------+

**TABLE 2. ESTIMATED SEQUENCE AND DURATION OF WORK**

+--------+------------------------+---------+-------------------------+
| *      | **DESCRIPTION**        | **DUR   | **COMMENTS**            |
| *AIRLI |                        | ATION** |                         |
| FT\*** |                        |         |                         |
+--------+------------------------+---------+-------------------------+
| 1      | Airlift equipment from | 1 Day   | Estimated 10 loads;     |
|        | Staging Area to        |         | destination point       |
|        | DH-08-101              |         | located on an open      |
|        |                        |         | clearing; 2 trees       |
|        |                        |         | located within 70 ft.   |
+--------+------------------------+---------+-------------------------+
| 2A     | Airlift equipment from | 1 Day   | Estimated 3 loads       |
|        | Staging Area to        |         |                         |
|        | DH-08-102              |         |                         |
+--------+------------------------+---------+-------------------------+
| 2B     | Airlift equipment from |         | Estimated 10 loads;     |
|        | DH-08-101 to DH-08-102 |         | destination point       |
|        |                        |         | located on narrow foot  |
|        |                        |         | trail, several trees    |
|        |                        |         | within 50 ft.; 100 to   |
|        |                        |         | 150 ft. static line     |
|        |                        |         | needed                  |
+--------+------------------------+---------+-------------------------+
| 2C     | Airlift rock core from |         | Estimated 1 loads       |
|        | DH-08-101 to           |         |                         |
|        |                        |         |                         |
|        | Staging Area           |         |                         |
+--------+------------------------+---------+-------------------------+
| 3A     | Airlift equipment from | 1 Day   | Estimated 3 loads;      |
|        | Staging Area to        |         | trees located within 60 |
|        | DH-08-101A             |         | ft. of destination      |
|        |                        |         | point, trees are 50 to  |
|        |                        |         | 80 ft. tall             |
+--------+------------------------+---------+-------------------------+
| 3B     | Airlift equipment from |         | Estimated 10 loads      |
|        | DH-08-102 to           |         |                         |
|        | DH-08-101A             |         |                         |
+--------+------------------------+---------+-------------------------+
| 3C     | Airlift rock core from |         | Estimated 1 load        |
|        | DH-08-102 to Staging   |         |                         |
|        | Area                   |         |                         |
+--------+------------------------+---------+-------------------------+
| 4A     | Airlift equipment from | 1 Day   | Estimated 3 loads; 2    |
|        | Staging Area to        |         | trees located within 70 |
|        | DH-08-102A             |         | ft.                     |
+--------+------------------------+---------+-------------------------+
| 4B     | Airlift equipment from |         | Estimated 10 loads      |
|        | DH-08-101A to          |         |                         |
|        | DH-08-102A             |         |                         |
+--------+------------------------+---------+-------------------------+
| 4C     | Airlift rock core from |         | Estimated 2 loads       |
|        | DH-08-101A to Staging  |         |                         |
|        | Area                   |         |                         |
+--------+------------------------+---------+-------------------------+
| 5A     | Airlift equipment and  | 1 Day   | Estimated 15 loads      |
|        | rock core from         |         |                         |
|        | DH-08-102A to Staging  |         |                         |
|        | Area                   |         |                         |
+--------+------------------------+---------+-------------------------+
| 6      | Contingency airlift to |         |                         |
|        | be used if necessary   |         |                         |
|        | at any time during the |         |                         |
|        | duration of the        |         |                         |
|        | contract               |         |                         |
+--------+------------------------+---------+-------------------------+
| **\*** |                        |         |                         |
| *Est   |                        |         |                         |
| imated |                        |         |                         |
| time   |                        |         |                         |
| b      |                        |         |                         |
| etween |                        |         |                         |
| ai     |                        |         |                         |
| rlifts |                        |         |                         |
| is     |                        |         |                         |
| about  |                        |         |                         |
| 22     |                        |         |                         |
| days*  |                        |         |                         |
+--------+------------------------+---------+-------------------------+

**B. Airlift Operations** **and Personnel**

1\) All drilling equipment will be prepared at the staging area by the
Reclamation drill crew in individual loads that are ready for helicopter
lifting.

2\) A site orientation and safety meeting will be conducted by the
contractor prior to the first airlift (5 airlifts total for equipment
transport). All on-site contractor and Reclamation personnel will
participate.

3\) One contractor ground supervisor will be stationed at the pick point
to direct all helicopter lifting operations.

4\) Two Reclamation drill crew personnel will be stationed at the pick
point and two will be stationed at the destination point to assist with
hooking or unhooking and assembling drilling equipment loads.
Reclamation drill crew personnel have previous experience in helicopter
lifting operations. The Reclamation drill crew foreman will monitor
lifting operations at the pick point. A Reclamation geologist will
monitor lowering operations at the destination point.

5\) Prior to the helicopter's arrival at the staging area, the
Reclamation drill crew will divide all drilling equipment into
individual loads that are ready for helicopter lifting.

**C. Drilling Equipment (Loads) and Rigging**

Drilling equipment will be divided into approximately 10 to 15 separate
loads for each airlift. Each load will have a maximum weight of 1500
pounds. Each load will require a separate pick. Individual equipment
loads will be assembled, secured by straps or banding, and rigged for a
helicopter pick by the Reclamation drill crew. Loads and rigging will be
available for inspection by the contractor.

III. **GENERAL SITE LOCATION AND ACCESS**

The project area is located about 35 miles northeast of Fresno on the
San Joaquin River arm of Millerton Lake, the reservoir impounded by
Friant Dam (Figure 1). Fly-in locations at RM 274 are shown as red
circles on Figures 2 through 4. The staging area is shown on Figures 2
as a red square with hatched pattern. Access to the staging area is
described below and also shown on Figure 2.

**ACCESS**

Staging Area

-   From Hwy 99, exit at Hwy 41 North

-   8 mi. north on Hwy 41 to Friant Rd. exit

-   12 mi. northeast on Friant Rd. to Millerton Rd.

-   Right (east) on Millerton Rd., 0.6 mi. east to unnamed access road
    with locked gate on left (north) side of road.

-   Contact Greg Mongano (916) 296-5592 or John Williamson (559)
    822-2211 and/or (559)289-1104 for entry prior to arrival. Road leads
    directly to staging area located on the left abutment of Friant Dam.
    This is the same staging area that was used by PJ Helicopters during
    the 2006 helicopter airlift operations.

**IV. SITE CONDITIONS**

**A. Staging** **Area**

The staging area/loading zone area is located on Reclamation property
south of Friant Dam in a vacant parking lot behind a locked gate
requiring a key for access. The parking lot is an asphalt open area
approximately 500-yards by 100-yards with out parking curbs. The center
of the parking lot is free from overhead obstructions. The parking lot
is permanently closed to the public and will be accessible to helicopter
and Reclamation personnel only. In the following descriptions right and
left are determined as looking downstream.

**B. Drill Site DH-08-101 (RM 274 left side of canyon)**

The site is located on a flat bench above the reservoir at about
elevation 650. Oaks trees ranging in height from 30' to 60' tall are
near the site and located about 50 feet from the destination point.

**C.** **Drill Site DH-08-102 (RM 274 left side of canyon)**

The site is located on a narrow foot path located above the reservoir on
a steep mountain side at about elevation 680. Oaks and pines surround
the site.

**D. Drill Site DH-08-101A (RM 274 right side of canyon)**

The site is on a relatively flat bench with pine trees ranging from 30'
to 70' tall; trees are about 40 to 50 feet from the destination point.

**E. Drill Site DH-08-102A (RM 274 right side of canyon)**

The site is on a small relatively flat bench located on a moderately
steep mountain side. Oaks and pines ranging in height from 30' to 70'
are within 25 feet of the site.

Table 3 below provides coordinate and elevation data for the helicopter
airlift locations.

**Table 3: Airlift Locations at RM 274**

  -------------- ------------------- ---------------- --------------------------
  **Drill Hole** **Coordinates\***                    **Elevation\***

                 **Northing**        **Easting**      

  DH-08-101      2253934             6372675          650

  DH-08-102      2255167             6375754          680

  DH-08-101A     2263609             6376232          620

  DH-08-102A     2259835             6378685          750

  \* California                                       
  State Plane                                         
  Coordinate                                          
  System NAD83,                                       
  Zone 4;                                             
  Vertical Datum                                      
  NAVD88.                                             
  Coordinates                                         
  and elevations                                      
  are                                                 
  approximate,                                        
  exact                                               
  locations will                                      
  be determined                                       
  at site based                                       
  on field                                            
  conditions.                                         
  -------------- ------------------- ---------------- --------------------------

## A2. ITEM 1 -- PRICING 

**BUREAU:** Bureau of Reclamation, Fresno, CA office

**USE PERIOD:** Date of Award through December 31, 2008

+----+----------------------+----+-------+-----+---------+------------+
| ** | **DESCRIPTION**      | *  | **    | **  | **UNIT  | **EXTENDED |
| IT |                      | *P | QUANT | UNI | PRICE** | AMOUNT**   |
| EM |                      | AY | ITY** | T** |         |            |
| ** |                      | ** |       |     |         |            |
|    |                      |    |       |     |         |            |
|    |                      | ** |       |     |         |            |
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+----+----------------------+----+-------+-----+---------+------------+
| ** | **Date of award --   | FT | ESTI  | HO  | \$      | \$         |
| 20 | December 31, 2008**  |    | MATED | URS |         |            |
| 08 |                      |    |       |     |         |            |
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+----+----------------------+----+-------+-----+---------+------------+
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|    | FLIGHT HOURS --      |    |       |     |         |            |
|    | 2008**               |    |       |     |         |            |
+----+----------------------+----+-------+-----+---------+------------+

## A3. ADDITIONAL PAY ITEMS

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| e | Fuel Servicing/Support | S | XX   | M   | \$1.40    |          |
| \ | Vehicle Mileage        | M | XXXX | ile |           |          |
| . |                        |   |      |     |           |          |
+---+------------------------+---+------+-----+-----------+----------+
| f | Contractor             | S | XX   | E   | Actual    |          |
| \ | Miscellaneous Costs    | C | XXXX | ACH | Cost      |          |
| . |                        |   |      |     |           |          |
+---+------------------------+---+------+-----+-----------+----------+

**WILL BE COMPLETED BY AGENCY AT TIME OF AWARD**

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  Aircraft payload was an element of your offer and it was confirmed that
  the payload shown below can be achieved at the solicitation's target
  aircraft requirement. The confirmed payload has been made a part of the
  awarded contract and will be verified by DOI Aviation Management
  inspectors during inspection of the aircraft.

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  **Aircraft Make and Model**           

  **Serial Number**                     

  **FAA Registration Number**           

  **Confirmed Aircraft Payload**        
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# B1. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

## B1.1 Scope of Contract 

B1.1.1 The intent of this contract is to obtain fully
Contractor-operated and maintained helicopter flight services to support
Government long line operations. Contractor services shall include a
helicopter, personnel, fuel servicing vehicle, fuel, and all other
associated equipment as specified in this solicitation. Missions will
include movement of drill rig and support equipment via sling load in
support of the Bureau of Reclamation. Use of the aircraft will be as
directed by, and to support Government mission objectives and goals.

B1.1.2 Fulfillment of these programs can only be accomplished through
the establishment of an effective working relationship between the
Government and Contractor. Employees of the Contractor are an integral
element to ensure mission accomplishment. The Contractor\'s employees\'
cooperation, professionalism, and positive attitude towards
accomplishment of the mission and aviation safety are essential to
establish the necessary relationship that must exist to successfully
complete this contract.

B1.1.3 During the project period and any subsequent extension, aircraft
furnished shall be subject to the exclusive use and control of the
Government 24 hours per day, seven days per week.

B1.1.4 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.

## B1.2 Certification

B1.2.1 The Contractor shall be certificated under 14 CFR Part 133,
\"Rotorcraft External Load Operations.\"

B1.2.3 The aircraft offered for this contract shall have a "Restricted"
or "Standard" Airworthiness Certificate. The installation of any
equipment required by this contract must be FAA approved.

## B1.3 Order of Precedence (Specifications)

In the event of inconsistencies within the technical specification, the
following order shall be used in such resolution: (i) typed provisions
of these specifications; (ii) AMD supplements and/or exhibits
incorporated by reference; (iii) 14 CFR incorporated by reference; (iv)
aircraft manufacturer\'s specifications; (v) other documents
incorporated by reference.

## B1.4 Contracts

The Contractor shall maintain a copy of the contract and all
modifications in each contract aircraft throughout performance.

# B2. OPERATIONS

## B2.1 Base of Operations

All equipment, facilities, and personnel required under this contract
may remain at the contractor's base of Operations until orders for
services have been accepted. Mobilization/Demobilization to project
location will be paid in accordance with Section C.

## B2.2 Security of Aircraft and Equipment

The Contractor is responsible for the security of their aircraft,
vehicles, and associated equipment used in support of this contract.

B2.2.1 Aircraft Physical Security. Any aircraft used under this contract
will be physically secured and disabled via a [dual-lock]{.underline}
method whenever the aircraft is unattended. Any combination of two
different anti-theft devices designed to lock aircraft flight control
surfaces when not in use, or designed to secure an aircraft to the
ground, are acceptable, provided they are appropriate for the aircraft.
Operational environments and personnel safety must be considered when
selecting the locking devices and methods to be used.

B2.2.1.1 Removal and/or disabling of locking devices and methods must be
incorporated into preflight checklists to prevent accidental damage to
the aircraft and must be installed in a manner which precludes its
inadvertent interference with in-flight operations.

B2.2.1.2 **Examples of acceptable locking devices and methods are
identified below.** Utilization of other means of securing or disabling
an aircraft is acceptable provided it achieves a level of security equal
to or greater than the following example methods:

-   Keyed Magneto

-   Keyed Starter Switch

-   Keyed Master Power Switch

-   Hidden Battery Cutoff Switches

-   Hidden Start Relay Switches

-   Throttle/Power Lever Lock

-   Mixture/Fuel Lever Lock

-   Locking Fuel Cutoff

-   Locking Tiedown Cable

**Examples of [unacceptable]{.underline} locking devices and methods:**

-   Locking aircraft doors

-   Fenced or gated parking area

## B2.3 Flight Operations

Regardless of any status as a public aircraft operation, the Contractor
shall operate in accordance with their approved FAA Operations
Specifications and all portions of 14 CFR Part 91 and 14 CFR 133
(including those portions applicable to civil aircraft) and each
certification required under Section B1.2 unless otherwise authorized by
the CO.

B2.3.1 **NO PASSENGERS SHALL BE CARRIED.**

B2.3.2 Reserved.

B2.3.3 **Toe-in, single-skid, step-out landings.** These types of
landings are prohibited due to their hazardous nature.

B2.3.4 **Day/night use.** Helicopters shall be limited to flight during
daylight hours and under VFR conditions only. Daylight hours are defined
as from 30 minutes before official sunrise to 30 minutes after official
sunset; or, in Alaska, during extended twilight hours when terrain
features can be readily distinguished from a distance of at least one
mile.

B2.3.5 **Flight plans.** Pilots shall file and operate on a FAA, ICAO,
or a DOI bureau flight plan. Contractor flight plans are not acceptable.
Flight plans shall be filed prior to takeoff when possible.

B2.3.6 **Flight following.** Pilots are responsible for flight following
with the FAA, ICAO, and/or in accordance with the DOI bureau's approved
flight following procedures. Check-in intervals shall not exceed
one-hour intervals under normal circumstances.

B2.3.7 There shall be no smoking in the aircraft.

B2.3.8 Pilot shall remain at flight controls while rotors are turning.
Exception: For post-flight procedures and/or preventative maintenance
purposes only, after engine(s) shutdown, the pilot may exit the aircraft
while the rotor(s) are turning, if the Rotorcraft Flight Manual allows,
and the pilot remains within the arc of the rotor(s). The pilot shall
coordinate this action with the helicopter manager prior to exiting the
aircraft.

## B2.4 Personal Protective Equipment for Flight Operations

The following personal protective equipment shall be furnished by the
Contractor, be operable, and maintained in good repair, while used under
this contract:

B2.4.1 Contractor personnel shall wear a flight helmet consisting of a
one-piece hard shell made of polycarbonate, Kevlar, carbon fiber, or
fiberglass must cover the top, sides (including the temple area and to
below the ears), and the rear of the head. The helmet shall be equipped
with a chinstrap and shall be appropriately adjusted for proper fit.
Flight helmets for helicopter usage must conform to a national
certifying agency standard, such as DOT, Snell, SFI, or an appropriate
military standard, or appropriate equivalent standard, and be compatible
with required avionics. "Shorty" (David Clark style) helmets are not
approved.

B2.4.1.1 Flight helmets currently meeting this requirement are known to
include the SPH-4, SPH-5, HGU-56, and HGU-84. Helmets designed for use
in fixed wing aircraft do not provide adequate protection for helicopter
occupants and are not approved for helicopter use.

B2.4.2 Contractor personnel shall wear long-sleeved shirt and trousers
(or long-sleeved flight suit) made of fire-resistant polyamide or aramid
material or equal. Pilots shall wear boots made of all-leather uppers
that come above the ankles and leather or polyamide or aramid gloves.
The shirt, trousers, boots, and gloves shall overlap to prevent exposure
to flash burns. (Clothing not containing labels identifying the material
either by brand name or mil spec will not be acceptable).

B2.4.3 Contractor personnel shall wear a personal flotation device (PFD)
when conducting flight operations over water sources such as ponds,
streams, lakes, rivers, and coastal waters. This equipment shall be
maintained in serviceable condition in accordance with the
manufacturer\'s instructions. Automatic inflation (water-activated) PFDs
are not authorized.

B2.5 RESERVED

## B2.6 Pilot Authority and Responsibility

The pilot is responsible for operating the aircraft within its operating
limits, safety of the aircraft, its occupants, and cargo. The pilot
shall comply with the directions of the Government, except, when in the
pilot\'s judgment such compliance will be a violation of applicable
federal or state regulations or contract provisions. The pilot shall
refuse any flight or landing which the pilot considers hazardous or
unsafe.

B2.6.1 The pilot shall not permit any cargo to be loaded therein unless
authorized by the CO or his authorized representative.

B2.6.2 Pilots are responsible for computing the weight and balance for
all flights and for assuring that the gross weight and center of gravity
does not exceed the aircraft\'s limitations. Pilots are responsible for
the proper securing of all cargo. When required by the Government, the
pilot shall utilize the Standard Interagency Load Calculation Method and
its forms. A sample of the form is included as an exhibit to this
section.

B2.6.3 The pilot, under the terms of this contract, may perform
preventive maintenance in accordance with their company's operations
specifications.

B2.6.4 The assigned pilot on this contract may function as a mechanic
when the aircraft is not available due to required maintenance, provided
the following requirements are met:

B2.6.4.1 The pilot shall meet all of the mechanic qualifications and
experience requirements specified herein.

B2.6.4.2 Any time that the pilot is engaged in mechanic duties will
apply against the pilot\'s duty limitations. In addition, all time in
excess of 2 hours (not necessarily consecutive) will apply against the
pilot\'s flight limitations.

B2.6.4.3 A pilot functioning as a mechanic shall not accomplish
scheduled maintenance such as 50- and 100-hour inspections.

B2.6.5 All maintenance performed will be recorded in accordance with 14
CFR Part 43.9.

## B2.7 Substitution of Aircraft, Equipment, or Personnel

The Contractor may substitute aircraft, equipment, or personnel during
performance of the contract provided each substitution is inspected and
accepted in accordance with section C, "Inspection of Substitute
Personnel, Aircraft, or Equipment," prior to any use.

# B3. PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS

## B3.1 Personnel Duty Limitations

The Government may remove any Contractor personnel for fatigue or other
causes before reaching their daily duty or flight limitations.

## B3.2 Pilot Requirements

The Contractor shall furnish a pilot for each day the aircraft is
required to be available. The pilot shall have the authority to
represent the Contractor in all matters except changes in price and time
unless the CO is notified otherwise, in writing, prior to performance.

## B3.3 Pilot Qualifications

The following are minimum qualifications to provide service under this
contract:

B3.3.1 Pilots shall have at least an FAA commercial pilot certificate
with a rotorcraft-helicopter rating.

B3.3.2 Pilots shall hold at least a current second class medical
certificate issued under provisions of 14 CFR Part 67.

B3.3.3 RESERVED.

B3.3.4 Pilot flying hours shall be verified from a certified pilot log.
Further verification of flying hours may be required at the discretion
of the CO.

B3.3.5 Each pilot shall, at the discretion of the COTR, pass an agency
flight evaluation in make and model of aircraft to be flown on this
contract. The flight evaluation will be in an aircraft supplied by the
Contractor, at no expense to the Government. The satisfactory completion
of the evaluation flight will not substitute for any of the total flight
hour requirements listed in this contract.

B3.3.6 Pilots shall be proficient in the operation of all equipment
specifically identified in Section B for performance of contract work
(e.g., water retardant bucket, GPS, FM radio, etc.). Pilots may be
required to demonstrate proficiency during an agency evaluation flight.

B3.3.4 RESERVED

B3.3.5 Pilots shall be proficient in the operation of all equipment
specifically identified in Section B for performance of contract work
(e.g., GPS, etc.). Pilots may be required to demonstrate proficiency
during an agency evaluation flight.

B3.3.6 Pilots shall have accumulated the minimum pilot-in-command time
as follows:

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  B3.3.6.1 1,500 hours . . . in helicopters.

  B3.3.6.2 100 hours . . . in helicopters in the last 12 months.

  B3.3.6.3 100 hours . . .in the weight class of the helicopter offered.
  Defined as: "small" - up to an approved gross weight of 7,000 pounds;
  "medium" - above 7,000 pounds up to 12,500 pounds; "large" - above
  12,500 pounds.

  B3.3.6.4 100 hours . . . in turbine engine helicopters.

  B3.3.6.5 50 hours . . .in the make and model of the helicopter offered.
  Pilot flight hour requirements in make and model may be reduced by 50
  percent if the pilot shows evidence of satisfactorily completing the
  manufacturer\'s approved ground school and flight check in make, model,
  and series of the helicopter used on this contract. (See attachment).

  B3.3.6.6 10 hours . . .in make, model, and series of helicopter offered
  in the last 12 months. (See attachment.)

  B3.3.6.7 Last 90 days . . . Compliance with 14 CFR 61.57 or 135.247 as
  appropriate.

  B3.3.6.8 10 hours . . .in designated mountainous areas in the make and
  model helicopter offered.

  B3.3.6.9 200 hours . . . Total mountain flying. Defined as experience
  in operating helicopters in mountainous terrain as identified in 14 CFR
  95 Subpart B -- Designated Mountainous Area. Operating includes,
  maneuvering and numerous takeoffs and landings to ridgelines, pinnacles
  and confined areas.

  B3.3.6.10 10 hours . . . Long Line Vertical Reference (See B3.3.7)
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B3.3.7 The precision placement of externally carried cargo is an
operational requirement of this contract. Pilots will be required to
place cargo precisely where requested regardless of the cable length (as
specified in Section B4) while operating within the helicopter\'s
capability. Pilots shall provide written evidence of qualification to
transport external loads appropriate to the Contractor's 14 CFR Part 133
certification.

## B3.4 Flight Crewmembers Duty and Flight Limitations

Assigned duty of any kind shall not exceed 14 hours in any 24-hour
period. Duty includes flight time, ground duty of any kind, and standby.
Local travel up to a maximum of 30 minutes each way between the work
site and place of lodging will not be considered duty time. Flight
crewmembers will be subject to the following duty hour limitations:

B3.4.1. A maximum of 14 consecutive duty hours during any assigned duty
period.

B3.4.1.1 Pilots shall be given 2 calendar days of rest (off duty) within
any 14 consecutive calendar days.

B3.4.1.2 The pilot shall be given a minimum of 10 consecutive hours of
rest (off duty), prior to any assigned duty period.

B3.4.2 **Flight limitations.** All flight time, regardless of how or
where performed, except personal pleasure flying, will be reported by
each flight crewmember and used to administer flight time and duty time
limitations. Flight time to and from a duty station as a flight
crewmember (commuting) will be reported and counted toward limitations
if it is flown on a duty day. Flight time includes but is not limited
to: military flight time; charter; flight instruction; 14 CFR Part 61.56
flight review; flight examinations by FAA designees; any flight time for
which a flight crewmember is compensated; or any other flight time of a
commercial nature whether compensated or not. Pilot flight time
computation shall begin at liftoff and end at touchdown and will be
computed from the flight hour meter installed in the aircraft. Flight
crewmembers will be limited to the following flight hour limitations,
which shall fall within their duty hour limitations:

B3.4.2.1. A maximum of 8 hours flight time during any assigned duty
period.

B3.4.2.2 A maximum of 42 hours flight time during any consecutive 6-day
period. When a pilot acquires 36 or more flight hours in a consecutive
6-day period, the pilot will be given the following one calendar day off
duty for rest, after which a new 6-day cycle will begin.

## B3.5 Mechanic Requirement

B3.5.1 A mechanic is not required to remain at the designated base. The
Contractor shall determine the need for a mechanic to service and/or
inspect the aircraft.

## B3.6 Mechanic Qualifications

B3.6.1 The mechanic must have a valid FAA mechanic certificate with
airframe and power plant ratings, and must have held the certificate or
foreign equivalent certificate with both ratings for a period of 24
months. The mechanic must have been actively engaged in aircraft
maintenance as a certificated mechanic for at least 18 months out of the
last 24 months immediately preceding the start date of the contract.

B3.6.2 The mechanic shall have 12 months experience as an A&P or foreign
equivalent certificate in maintaining helicopters (3 months must have
been in the last 2 years).

B3.6.3 The mechanic must also show evidence of maintaining a helicopter
of the same make and model as offered under \"field\" conditions for at
least one full season. (Three consecutive months maintaining the
helicopter away from Contractor\'s base of operations with minimal
supervision will meet this requirement.)

B3.6.4 Mechanics must have satisfactorily completed a manufacturer\'s
maintenance course or an equivalent USFS- or DOI AM-approved
Contractor\'s training program for the make and model of helicopter
offered or, show evidence that he/she has 12 months maintenance
experience on a helicopter of the same make and model offered.

B3.6.5 The Contractor may enter into an agreement with a qualified
mechanic or maintenance facility whose personnel meet the requirements
set forth above. Details of the agreement shall be clarified with the
CO.

B3.6.6 The mechanic shall be available to maintain the aircraft in
airworthy condition. The mechanic shall be provided by the Contractor
and shall be in addition to the pilot(s).

B3.6.7 When the mechanic is serving as the fuel-servicing vehicle
driver, the more stringent duty limitations shall apply.

## B3.7 Mechanic Duty Limitations

Mechanics shall not exceed the following duty time limitations:

B3.7.1 Within any 24-hour period, mechanics shall have a minimum of 8
consecutive hours off duty immediately prior to the beginning of any
duty day. Local travel up to a maximum of 30 minutes each way between
the work site and place of lodging will not be considered duty time.

B3.7.2 Mechanics will have 2 full days off duty during any 14-day period
during the performance of this contract. Off duty days need not be
consecutive.

B3.7.3 Duty time includes availability and work or alert status at any
job site for which a mechanic is compensated; or any other time of a
commercial nature whether compensated or not.

B3.7.4 The mechanic will be responsible for keeping the Government
apprised of his/her duty limitation status.

B3.7.5 Relief or substitute mechanics reporting for duty under any
contract may be required to furnish a record of all duty time during the
previous 14 days.

## B3.8 Fuel-Servicing/Support Vehicle Driver Requirement and Qualifications

The Contractor shall furnish a fuel-servicing vehicle driver for each
day the aircraft is required to be available. The fuel-servicing vehicle
driver must meet all Department of Transportation requirements for fuel
vehicle drivers.

## B3.9 Fuel-Servicing/Support Vehicle Driver Duty Limitations

B3.9.1 Fuel-servicing vehicle drivers shall comply with Department of
Transportation (DOT) Safety Regulations 49 CFR Parts 390-399, including
duty limitations. It is the Contractor's responsibility to ensure that
employees comply with DOT regulations.

B3.9.2 The fuel servicing vehicle driver shall have a minimum of 2 full
calendar days of rest (off duty) during any 14-day period. Off duty days
need not be consecutive.

B3.9.3 The fuel-servicing vehicle driver will be responsible for keeping
the Government apprised of his/her duty limitation status.

B3.9.4 Relief or substitute fuel servicing vehicle drivers reporting for
duty under any contract may be required to furnish a record of all DOT
duty time during the previous 14 days.

# B4. EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

## B4.1 Condition of Equipment 

Contractor-furnished aircraft and equipment shall be operable, free of
damage, and in good repair. Aircraft systems and components shall be
free of leaks except where specified by the manufacturer.

B4.1.1 All windows and windshields must be clean and free of scratches,
cracks, crazing, distortion, repairs, or tinting which hinder
visibility. Repairs, such as a safety wire lacing and stop drilling of
cracks, are not acceptable as permanent repairs. Prior to acceptance,
all temporary repaired windows and windshields shall have permanent
repairs completed or shall be replaced.

B4.1.2 The aircraft interior shall be clean and neat. There shall be no
unrepaired tears, rips, or other damage to the interior. The exterior
finish, including the paint, shall be clean, neat, and in good
condition. Any corrosion shall be within manufacturer or FAA acceptable
limits.

B4.1.3 Lap belt and shoulder harness condition. The following items are
not acceptable:

1.  **Webbing**

    a.  Frayed webbing: 5 percent or more

    b.  Torn webbing

    c.  Crushed webbing

    d.  Swelling: twice the thickness of original web, or if difficult
        to operate through hardware

    e.  Creased webbing: no structural damage allowed

    f.  Sun deterioration: severe fading, brittleness, discoloration,
        and stiffness

2.  **Hardware**

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    a.  Broken or missing stitches

    b.  Severe fading or discoloring

    c.  Inconsistent stitch pattern

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5.  **Age**

a\. Belts/fabric over 10 years from date of manufacture require close
inspection because of the elements they are exposed to, but do not have
to be replaced if it can be determined they are in serviceable
condition.

## B4.2 Aircraft Equipment Requirements

One aircraft shall be provided and equipped with the following:

B4.2.1 A complete set of current aeronautical charts covering area of
operations.

B4.2.2 One digital hour meter shall be installed in a location
observable by the pilot and front seat observer while seated. The meter
shall be wired in series with a switch on the collective control, and a
switch activated by engine or transmission oil pressure or equivalent
means, to record flight time only.

B4.2.3 Free air temperature gauge.

B4.2.4 One set of individual lap belts for each occupant.

B4.2.5 Double strap shoulder harness with automatic or manual locking
inertia reel for each front seat occupant. Shoulder straps and lap belts
shall fasten with one single point metal-to-metal, quick release
mechanism.

B4.2.6 Fire extinguisher(s), as required by 14 CFR Part 135, shall be a
handheld bottle, minimum 2-B:C rating, mounted and accessible to the
flight crew while seated. The fire extinguisher shall be maintained in
accordance with *NFPA Manual 10, Standards for Portable Fire
Extinguishers* or the Contractor's 135 operations manual.

B4.2.7 Dual controls are required for initial pilot performance
evaluation.

B4.2.8 RESERVED

B4.2.9 A first aid kit containing items specified in exhibits shall be
carried aboard the aircraft on all flights.

B4.2.10 RESERVED

B4.2.11 A convex mirror for observation of the sling load by the pilot.
For aircraft equipped and modified for vertical reference external load
operation (i.e., door gauges, modified seat, alternate cargo hook
release positions, bubble window, etc.) or for aircraft where direct
vertical reference is possible the convex mirror is not required.

B4.2.12 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.

B4.2.13.1 The cargo hook and associated systems shall be maintained in
accordance with the manufacturer's operating and maintenance
instructions.

B4.2.14 One remote cargo hook with related cabling and release system
complying with the following specifications.

B4.2.15.1 Electrically activated remote cargo hook that automatically
closes and resets the release mechanism after use and is rated at 2500
lbs. lifting capacity.

B4.2.15.2 The remote hook shall be protected by a metal ring or cage
that does not interfere with the use or function of the hook.

B4.2.15.3 Counterwound or rotation resistant wire rope with swaged
fittings having a minimum breaking strength of 3.75 times the working
load with appropriate placards and/or synthetic rope meeting the
requirements of the Helicopter Synthetic Longline Requirements Exhibit.

B4.2.15.4 The length of the synthetic or wire rope shall be readily
adjustable from 50 to 150 feet in 50-foot increments.

B4.2.15.5 Electrical cables shall be protected from pinching by hooks or
shackles, and damage caused by stretching of the line. The electrical
wire shall be long enough at the aircraft cargo hook end to prevent a
swinging load from unplugging the electrical connector.

B4.2.15.6 All fabrication and installation methods shall comply with 14
CFR Part 133 and Advisory Circular AC 43.13--1B.

B4.2.15.7 Remote hook operating switch shall be mounted on the
collective control to avoid confusion with the helicopter cargo hook
release.

# B5. AVIONICS REQUIREMENTS

## B5.1 General

B5.1.1 The following systems shall be furnished, installed, and
maintained by the Contractor in accordance with the manufacturer\'s
specifications and the installation and maintenance standards of Section
B5.6. Detailed avionics systems performance requirements are listed in
*Avionics Operational Test Standards* (copies available upon request
from DOI AM Avionics, or at
\<http://amd.nbc.gov/library/handbooks/aots.pdf\>.

## B5.2 Communications Systems

B5.2.1 One automatic-portable/automatic-fixed or automatic-fixed ELT,
utilizing an antenna external to the aircraft and meeting the same
requirements as those detailed for airplanes in 14 CFR Part 91.207
(excluding section f), shall be installed per the manufacturer\'s
installation manual, in a conspicuous or marked location**.**

B5.2.2 One panel-mounted VHF-AM (VHF-1) aeronautical transceiver, having
a minimum of 720 channels covering 118.000 to 135.975 MHz, with channels
selectable in no greater than 2.5 kHz increments, and a minimum of 5
watts carrier output power, shall be installed in the aircraft. The
transceiver\'s operational controls shall be mounted in a location which
is readily visible and accessible to the pilot.

## B5.3 RESERVED

## B5.4 Avionics Installation and Maintenance Standards 

B5.4.1 All avionics systems used in or on the aircraft for this contract
and their installation and maintenance shall comply with all
manufacturer\'s specifications and applicable Federal Aviation
Regulations contained within 14 CFR regardless of any exclusions for
public aircraft allowed in 14 CFR.

B5.4.2 Strict adherence to the recommendations in FAA AC 43.13‑1B
Chapter 11, \"Aircraft Electrical Systems,\" and Chapter 12, \"Aircraft
Avionics Systems,\" as well as AC 43.13‑2A Chapter 1, \"Structural
Data,\" Chapter 2, \"Radio Installation,\" and Chapter 3, \"Antenna
Installation,\" is required.

B5.4.3 All avionics systems requiring an antenna shall be installed with
a properly matched, aircraft-certified antenna unless otherwise
specified. Antennas shall be polarized as required by the avionics
system, and have a VSWR of 2.5 to 1 or better.

# B6. MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS

## B6.1 General

The aircraft shall be operated and maintained in accordance with the
manufacturer\'s specifications and applicable Parts of 14 CFR.

## B6.2 Maintenance

Aircraft shall be maintained in accordance all applicable Federal
Aviation Regulations.

B6.2.1 All maintenance, including inspection, rebuilding, alteration,
and installation shall be accomplished by a person authorized to perform
maintenance in accordance with 14 CFR Part 43.

B6.2.2 The Contractor\'s maintenance organization shall be capable of
providing field maintenance support for each aircraft during extended
periods of heavy use. The Contractor may have arrangements with other
appropriately rated facilities to perform maintenance for which the
Contractor is not qualified.

B6.2.3 A mechanic meeting the contract qualifications shall inspect
helicopters each 50 hours of flight. The 50-hour inspection shall be
accomplished in accordance with the procedures outlined in the
approved/accepted maintenance program or, if not covered by the
maintenance program, it shall include, but not be limited to, the
following: lubrications, if applicable; compressor wash, if necessary;
and a thorough visual inspection of power plant, power drive train, main
and tail rotor heads and blades, control systems, and airframe
instruments. A record of this inspection shall be entered in the
aircraft maintenance records in accordance with 14 CFR Part 43.9. Such
entry shall also include the aircraft time in service.

## B6.3 Preventive Maintenance

B6.3.1 The pilot, under the terms of this contract, may perform
preventive maintenance in accordance with 14 CFR Part 43.3(h). All
maintenance performed will be recorded in accordance with 14 CFR Part
43.9.

B6.3.2 Routine maintenance shall be performed before or after the daily
use or as approved by the CO or the COR.

## B6.4 Maintenance Test Flight

B6.4.1 A functional maintenance check flight shall be performed, at the
Contractor\'s expense, following installation, overhaul, major repair,
replacement of any engine, power train, rotor system, flight control
system, or when requested by the CO. This shall be accomplished before
the aircraft resumes service under the contract. The pilot shall enter
the result of this check flight in the aircraft records.

B6.4.2 The Contractor shall immediately notify the CO or the COR of any
change to any engine, power train, flight control or major airframe
component, or of any major repair following an incident or accident,
including the circumstances involved.

## B6.5 Time Between Overhaul (TBO) And Life Limited Parts

B6.5.1 All components, including engines, shall be replaced upon
reaching the factory-recommended TBO or FAA-approved extension. Life
limited parts shall be replaced at the specified time in service hours
or cycles.

B6.5.2 Aircraft operated with components or accessories on approved TBO
extension programs are acceptable provided: (1) The Contractor is the
holder of the approved extension authorization (not the owner if the
aircraft is leased), and (2) the Contractor operates in accordance with
the extension authorization.

B6.5.3 The Contractor shall supply, at the time of the initial agency
inspection, a list of all items installed on the aircraft that are
required to be overhauled or replaced on a specified time basis. This
list shall include the component's name, part number, serial number,
total time, service life (or inspection/overhaul time interval), and
time and date when component was overhauled, replaced, or inspected.

## B6.6 Airworthiness Directives (ADs) and Manufacturer\'s Mandatory Service Bulletins (MMSBs)

B6.6.1 All applicable FAA ADs and required MMSBs shall be complied with
prior to the performance of this contract. A list of FAA ADs and
required MMSBs on the make and model of aircraft offered shall be made
available. The list will be similar to that in Advisory Circular AC
43-9C. Signature of persons verifying accuracy of the list is required.
All applicable ADs and required MMSBs issued during the contract shall
be complied with.

## B6.7 Weight and Balance

B6.7.1 The aircraft\'s required weight and balance data shall be
determined by actual weighing of the aircraft within 24 calendar months
preceding the starting date of the contract, or renewal period, and
following any major repair or major alteration or change to the
equipment list which significantly affects the center of gravity of the
aircraft.

B6.7.2 All weighing of aircraft shall be performed on scales that have
been certified as accurate within the proceeding 24 calendar months. The
certifying agency may be any accredited weights and measures laboratory.

B6.7.3 A list of equipment installed in the aircraft at the time of
weighing must be compiled. The equipment list will include the name of
each item installed. Items which may be easily removed or installed for
aircraft configuration changes (seats, doors, radios, cargo hook,
baskets, special mission equipment, etc.) shall also be listed including
the name, the weight and arm of each item. Each page of the equipment
list must identify the specific aircraft by at least serial number or
registration number of the aircraft. Each page of the equipment list
will be dated indicating the last date of weighing or computation. The
weight and balance must be revised each time new equipment is installed
or old equipment is removed. Weight and balance procedures under 14 CFR
Parts 23.29 and 23.1589 are acceptable.

## B6.8 Manuals/Records

B6.8.1 The Contractor shall ensure that all maintenance performed on
contract aircraft is recorded in the affected aircraft\'s maintenance
record in accordance with 14 CFR Parts 43 and 91 (reference 14 CFR Parts
43.9, 43.11, and 91.417).

B6.8.2 A copy of the contract aircraft\'s current maintenance record,
containing as a minimum the information required by 14 CFR Part 91.417
shall be kept at the designated base of operations.

B6.8.3 If requested by the Government, a copy of the Contractor\'s 14
CFR 133 operations manual shall be furnished to the CO or the COR.
Revisions made during the period of this contract shall be forwarded to
the CO or the COR.

B6.8.4 Before the start date of the contract, all maintenance
deficiencies shall be corrected or deferred in accordance with the
operator\'s Accepted/Approved Maintenance Program. Deferred
discrepancies will be evaluated and the aircraft approved for contract
use on a case-by-case basis. Those deficiencies occurring during
performance under the contract shall be corrected in accordance with the
appropriate Parts of 14 CFR or the Approved Maintenance Program.

## B6.9 Turbine Engine Power Assurance Checks

The first day of operation and no more than each ten hours of operation
thereafter, a power assurance check shall be performed. The power
assurance check shall be accomplished in accordance with the helicopter
flight manual (pilots operating handbook) or approved company
performance monitoring program. The results shall be recorded and kept
in the helicopter or at the designated base. Engines with power output
below minimum approved limits shall be removed from contract use until
the cause of the low power condition is corrected.

# B7. FUEL AND SERVICING REQUIREMENTS

## B7.1 General

B7.1.1 The Contractor shall supply all aircraft fuel and lubricating
oils to be used by the aircraft during the contract period.

B7.1.2 All fuel must be commercial (or military) grade aviation fuel
approved for use by the airframe and engine manufacturer. Only fuels
meeting American Society for Testing and Material (ASTM) or military
specifications are authorized for use: ASTM D-1655 (Jet A, A-1, or B),
Mil T-5624 (JP-4, JP-8, JP-5), ASTM-D-910, or Mil T-910 (grade 80, 100,
or 100LL).

B7.1.3 Contractors obtaining bulk fuel directly from distributors shall
determine that fuel delivered to the Contractor's vehicle or storage
tanks meets the specifications of paragraph B7.1.2. The current fuel
delivery ticket shall be kept with the fuel servicing vehicle.

B7.1.4 Fueling operations, including storage and handling shall comply
with the airframe and engine manufacturer\'s recommendations and all
applicable FAA standards. The Contractor shall have a fuel quality
assurance program. The National Fire Protection Association
fuel-handling handbook shall be used as a guide, except that no
passengers shall be on board the aircraft during fueling operations.
Copies of *NFPA Manual 407: Aircraft Fuel Servicing* can be obtained
from the National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park,
Quincy, MA 02269. Maintenance and security of fuel storage and fueling
facilities are the Contractor\'s responsibility.

B7.1.5 If storage facilities contain more than 1,320 gallons total or
any one container contains more than 660 gallons, the regulations of the
EPA shall apply (40 CFR Part 112).

B7.1.6 Fuel shall pass through a filtering system as outlined in section
B7.4 in accordance with the filter manufacturer\'s recommendations.

## B7.2 Fuel Servicing Vehicle: General

B7.2.1 As stated in the contract terms and conditions of this document,
the vendor shall comply with all applicable Federal, State, and local
laws. Vendor fuel servicing vehicles must meet all requirements of 49
CFR applicable to the type of fuel being transported. NOTE: 49 CFR Part
171.1(c) pertains to persons under contract to the Federal Government.

B7.2.2 One fuel-truck shall be provided for this contract and shall be
stationed at the designated base unless dispatched by the Government to
other locations.

B7.2.3 The fuel servicing vehicle tank shall have a capacity of a
minimum of 8 hours of useable fuel for the make and model helicopter
operating on the contract based on the Helicopter Fuel Consumption and
Weight Reduction Chart in the exhibits*.* The fuel servicing vehicle
shall be capable of carrying all equipment and accessories (i.e., water
buckets, water/retardant fixed tank, long lines, remote hook, cargo
nets, Contractor crews overnight gear and other items) required to
support a lengthy assignment. The fuel servicing vehicle manufacturer\'s
gross vehicle weight (GVW) with full fuel tanks and accessories shall
not be exceeded.

B7.2.4 Fuel servicing vehicles shall be properly maintained, clean, and
reliable. Tanks, plumbing, filters, and other required equipment shall
be free of rust, scale, dirt, and other contaminants. All leaks shall be
repaired immediately.

B7.2.5 All tanks will be securely fastened to the vehicle bed and shall
have a sump or sediment settling area.

B7.2.6 A 10-gallon-per-minute flow rate delivered by the filter and
pumped at the nozzle is the minimum size acceptable. Filter and pump
sizes shall be compatible with the helicopter being serviced.

B7.2.7 Gasoline engine-driven pumps shall have a shielded ignition
system and an approved spark arrestor muffler. All refueling pumps
regardless of power source shall be listed for use with petroleum
products (UL, FM, etc.).

## B7.3 Fuel Servicing Vehicle: Equipment

B7.3.1 Each aircraft fuel servicing tank vehicle shall have two fire
extinguishers, each having a rating of at least 20-B:C with one
extinguisher mounted on each side of the vehicle. Extinguishers shall
comply with *NFPA 10: Standards for Portable Fire Extinguishers.*

B7.3.2 Tanks erected for aboveground storage, and tanks mounted on
vehicles shall be designed to allow contaminants to be removed from the
sediment settling area.

B7.3.3 Only hoses compatible with the aviation fuel being serviced will
be used. Hoses shall be kept in good repair and stored on a mechanized
reel on the fuel servicing vehicle.

B7.3.4 The fuel nozzle shall include a 100 mesh or finer screen, a dust
protective device, and a bonding cable with clip or plug. Except for
Wiggins closed circuit systems, no nozzle hold-open devices will be
permitted.

B7.3.5 An accurate fuel-metering device for registering quantities in
U.S. gallons of fuel pumped shall be provided. The meter shall be
positioned in full view of the fuel handler while fueling the
helicopter.

B7.3.6 Fuel servicing vehicles shall have adequate bonding cables which
shall be utilized in accordance with *NFPA Manual 407.*

B7.3.7 Fuel servicing vehicles shall carry sufficient petroleum product
absorbent pads or materials to absorb or contain a five-gallon petroleum
spill. The Contractor is responsible for proper disposal of all products
used in the cleanup of a spill in accordance with the EPA (40 CFR Parts
261 and 262).

## B7.4 Fuel Servicing Vehicle: Filtering System

B7.4.1 The fuel filtration system shall be designed to withstand fuel
system pressures and flow rates.

B7.4.2 The filter manufacturer\'s Operating, Installation, and Service
Manual shall be carried in the fuel-servicing vehicle and followed.

B7.4.3 Filtration must meet one of the following qualifications:
Institute of Petroleum (IP), API 1581, or Mil-F-8901E. Some examples of
IP qualified elements are Velcon CDF 210K, CDF 220K, ACO 51201K, ACO
21201K, ACO 40501SPK, and ACO 40901SPK.

B7.4.4 The filter vessel shall be placarded indicating the filter change
date. Spare filters shall be available to allow periodic and emergency
filter changes.

B7.4.5 Fuel transfer systems must have a pressure gauge installed
upstream of the filter vessel.

B7.4.6 Differential pressure gauges shall be installed on refueling
systems if required by the filter manufacturer or in systems with
operating pressures of 25 psi and above.

B7.4.7 The filter assembly shall be mounted to allow room for draining
and pressure flushing of the unit. If installed, water sight gauge balls
shall be visible.

B7.4.8 Three-Stage (filter, water separator, monitor) Systems (API 1581
or Mil-F-8901E qualified). Fueling systems shall utilize a three-stage
system such as a Facet Part Number 050970 M2 for a 20-gallon-per-minute
pump, or equal. A Facet part number 050971-M2 for a 10-gallon-per-minute
pump, or equal. An acceptable third stage (monitor) unit is Velcon CDF
220K for 20-gpm flow or Velcon CDF 210K for 10-gpm systems.

B7.4.9 Single-Stage System or Three-In-One Filter Canister Systems (IP
qualified) shall utilize a single element system such as a Velcon filter
canister with Aquacon cartridge of a size compatible with pump's flow
rate.

[Examples]{.underline}: Velcon VF-61 canister with an ACO-51201K
cartridge for 50- to 60-gpm flow rate or ACO-40501SPK for 10- to 15-gpm
flow rate.

B7.4.10 At least one spare filter, seals, and other spare components of
the fuel servicing vehicle filtering system shall be stored in a clean,
dry area in the fuel servicing vehicle.

## B7.5 Fuel Servicing Vehicle: Markings

B7.5.1 Each fuel-servicing vehicle shall have \"NO SMOKING\" signs with
3-inch minimum letters visible from both sides and rear of vehicle.

B7.5.2 Each fuel-servicing vehicle shall also be conspicuously and
legibly marked to indicate the nature of the fuel. The markings shall be
on each side and the rear in letters at least 3 inches high on a
background of a sharply contrasting color such as Avgas by grade or jet
fuel by type.

[EXAMPLES]{.underline}: Jet-A white on black background or Avgas 100
white on green background.

## B7.6 Fuel Servicing Vehicle: Operations

B7.6.1 The Contractor shall have an FAA-approved program for rapid
refueling of helicopters as directed by 14 CFR 135.23. When ordered by
the Government and the pilot agrees, rapid refueling of helicopters is
permitted by this contract when done in accordance with *NFPA Manual
407*, chapter 5, section 21. Not withstanding *NFPA Manual 407*, chapter
5, section 21.2(b)\*, Government personnel may not be on board the
aircraft during refueling operations under this contract.

B7.6.2 Government personnel shall not be involved with refueling of
contract aircraft unless the pilot has determined that it is an absolute
necessity due to an emergency situation.

B7.6.3 Smoking is prohibited within 50 feet of the aircraft and fuel
servicing vehicles.

# B8. Attachments and/or Drawings

The following attachments and/or drawings are enclosed and made part of
this section.

B8.1 Helicopter Like Makes and Models.

B8.2 First Aid

B8.3 Helicopter Synthetic Longline Requirements

Exhibit 8.1

+---------------------------+------------------------------------------+
| **Helicopter Like Makes   |                                          |
| and Models**              |                                          |
|                           |                                          |
| **For Exclusive Use       |                                          |
| Contracts**               |                                          |
+---------------------------+------------------------------------------+
| *Make*                    | *Model*                                  |
+---------------------------+------------------------------------------+
| > Bell                    | > 47 series (all Recips)                 |
+---------------------------+------------------------------------------+
| > Bell                    | > 47 series Soloy                        |
+---------------------------+------------------------------------------+
| > Bell                    | > 206A, 206B, series                     |
+---------------------------+------------------------------------------+
| > Bell                    | > 206L series                            |
+---------------------------+------------------------------------------+
| > Bell                    | > 212, 412,                              |
+---------------------------+------------------------------------------+
| > MD                      | > 369 (500) series                       |
+---------------------------+------------------------------------------+
| > MD                      | > 520N, 600                              |
+---------------------------+------------------------------------------+
| > MD                      | > MD-900, 902                            |
+---------------------------+------------------------------------------+
| > Enstrom                 | > 28, 280 series                         |
+---------------------------+------------------------------------------+
| > Eurocopter              | > SA 315, SA 316, SA 319                 |
+---------------------------+------------------------------------------+
| > Eurocopter              | > AS 350/355 series                      |
+---------------------------+------------------------------------------+
| > Hiller                  | > 12 series (Recips)                     |
+---------------------------+------------------------------------------+
| > Hiller                  | > 12 series (Soloy)                      |
+---------------------------+------------------------------------------+
| > Schweizer               | > 269, 300 series (Recips)               |
+---------------------------+------------------------------------------+

> This list does not specifically follow the FAA guidelines as it
> relates to 14 CFR 135.293 competency.
>
> Similar military aircraft are not acceptable for grouping.
>
> > Grouping of like makes and models of aircraft allows determination
> > of pilot authority. Differences training must be completed for each
> > of the makes/models in a grouping. Make/model qualification and
> > currency are met with time flown in any aircraft in grouping.

Exhibit 8.2

**First Aid Kits**

> These are the minimum required items for special use activities in the
> United States and U.S. possessions. Additional survival kit items are
> required for flight activities conducted in Canada and Alaska.

+-----------------------------------------------------------------------+
| **Minimum First Aid Kit Items**                                       |
|                                                                       |
| Each kit must be in a dust-proof and moisture-proof container.        |
|                                                                       |
| The kit must be readily accessible to the pilot and passengers.       |
|                                                                       |
| Passenger Seats Passenger Seats                                       |
|                                                                       |
| ### Item 0-9 10-50                                                    |
|                                                                       |
| > Adhesive bandage strips, (3 inches long) 8 16                       |
| >                                                                     |
| > Antiseptic or alcohol wipes (packets) 10 20                         |
| >                                                                     |
| > Bandage compresses, 4 inches 2 4                                    |
| >                                                                     |
| > Triangular bandage, 40 inches (sling) 2 4                           |
| >                                                                     |
| > Roller bandage, 4 inches x 5 yards (gauze) 2 4                      |
| >                                                                     |
| > Adhesive tape, 1 inch x 5 yards (standard roll) 1 2                 |
| >                                                                     |
| > Bandage scissors 1 1                                                |
| >                                                                     |
| > Body fluids barrier kit: 1 1                                        |
|                                                                       |
| 2 pair latex gloves                                                   |
|                                                                       |
| 1 face shield                                                         |
|                                                                       |
| 1 mouth-to-mouth barrier                                              |
|                                                                       |
| 1 protective gown                                                     |
|                                                                       |
| 2 antiseptic towelettes                                               |
|                                                                       |
| 1 biohazard disposable bag                                            |
|                                                                       |
| > **NOTE**: Splints are recommended if space permits.                 |
+-----------------------------------------------------------------------+

**EXHIBIT**

**HELICOPTER SYNTHETIC LONGLINE REQUIREMENTS**

**1. Material Type**

Helicopter synthetic longlines shall be constructed from the HMWPE or
HMPE (High Molecular Weight Polyethylene) family of rope fibers
including brand names such as Spectra by Allied Signal or fibers with
similar properties. Spectra has very high strength, high flex fatigue
life, very low stretch (less than 1 percent elongation at 30 percent of
break strength), excellent chemical resistance, and less than 1 percent
water absorption. Another high strength, high performance rope fiber is
Vectran produced by Hoechst-Celanese. Rope brand names made from these
types of fibers include Plasma 12, Spectron II, and Spectron 12 or
AmSteel. Ropes from these fibers are usually twelve-strand or
double-braid construction.

**2. Rope Diameter:** Minimum rope diameter shall be ½-inch.

**3. Working or Rated Load**

The working or rated load of a rope is the maximum static load that will
be lifted by the rope. Working loads are based on a percentage of the
approximate breaking or ultimate strength of the rope when new and
unused. The working load shall be appropriate to the lifting capability
of the helicopter. For reference, lifting capability for each category
of helicopter is as follows:

> Type 1: 8,000 lb to 30,000 lb or greater
>
> Type 2: 1,600 lb to 4,500 lb
>
> Type 3: 750 lb to 1,600 lb

**4. Factor of Safety**

A factor of safety of 7 shall be used for helicopter synthetic
longlines. Therefore, all ropes shall have an ultimate strength (minimum
breaking strength) of seven times the rated or working load. For
example, if a Type II helicopter line will have a working load of 4,500
pounds, the rope must have a minimum breaking strength when new of at
least 31,500 pounds. Rope diameters will vary depending on strength and
type of rope.

**5. Knots and Splices**

No knots are permitted in the synthetic longline. Knots can decrease
rope strength by as much as 50 percent. Splices may be used in the
assembly of the longline, but no mid-line splicing repairs may be done.
Resplicing at the end of the line is permitted only if the rope is in
good condition and the new splice is done per the manufacturer's
recommended splicing practices. Splices should always follow the
manufacturer-recommended splicing practices.

**6. Protective Coatings and Covers**

Rope manufacturers offer protective coatings such as aromatic urethane
coatings, which help with abrasion resistance and provide some UV
protection. The coating appears as a dye on the rope and does not change
the rope dimension. Heavy plastic coatings are not recommended because
the inside of the rope cannot be inspected. Some companies also sell
"sleeve" covers that attach with Velcro. These are easily removable for
rope inspection and provide the greatest UV and debris protection. It is
recommended but not required that synthetic longlines have the UV
coating and/or the removable covers to help protect the lines. Consult
rope manufacturers for acceptable coating methods.

Manufacturer's recommended maintenance and inspection procedures shall
be complied with.

# SECTION C -- CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS

# 

# CONTRACT CLAUSES

## C1 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS -- COMMERCIAL ITEMS (52.212-4 FEB 2007) \[TAILORED SEPT 2005\]

**(SEE ADDENDA WHICH FOLLOWS IMMEDI­ATELY AFTER CLAUSE 52.212-5)**

\(a\) *Inspection/Acceptance*. The Contractor shall only tender for
acceptance those items that conform to the requirements of this
con­tract. The Government reserves the right to inspect or test any
supplies or services that have been tendered for acceptance. The
Gov­ernment may require repair or replacement of nonconforming supplies
or reperformance of nonconforming services at no increase in con­tract
price. If repair/replacement or reperformance will not correct the
defects or is not possible, the Government may seek an equitable price
reduction or adequate consideration for acceptance of nonconforming
supplies or services. The Government must exercise its post-acceptance
rights (1) within a reason­able time after the defect was discovered or
should have been discovered; and (2) before any sub­stantial change
occurs in the condition of the item, unless the change is due to the
defect in the item.

\(b\) *Assignment.* The Contractor or its assig­nee\'s may assign its
rights to receive payment due as a result of performance of this
contract to a bank, trust company, or other fi­nancing institution,
including any Federal lend­ing agency in accordance with the Assignment
of Claims Act (31 U.S.C. 3727). However, when a third party makes
payment (e.g., use of the Governmentwide commercial purchase card), the
Contractor may not assign its rights to receive payment under this
contract.

\(c\) *Changes.* Changes in the terms and conditions of this contract
may be made only by written agreement of the parties.

\(d\) *Disputes.* This contract is subject to the Contract Disputes Act
of 1978, as amended (41 U.S.C. 601-613). Failure of the parties to this
contract to reach agreement on any request for equitable adjustment,
claim, appeal or action arising under or relating to this contract shall
be a dispute to be resolved in accordance with the clause at FAR
52.233-1, Disputes, which is incorporated herein by reference. The
Con­tractor shall proceed diligently with perfor­mance of this contract,
pending final resolu­tion of any dispute arising under the contract.

\(e\) *Definitions.* The clause at FAR 52.202-1, Defi­nitions, is
incorporated herein by refer­ence.

\(f\) *Excusable delays.* The Contractor shall be liable for default
unless nonperformance is caused by an oc­currence beyond the reasonable
control of the Con­tractor and without its fault or negligence such as,
acts of God or the pub­lic enemy, acts of the Govern­ment in either its
sover­eign or contractual capacity, fires, floods, epi­demics, quarantine
restrictions, strikes, unusually severe weather, and delays of com­mon
carriers. The Contractor shall notify the CO in writing as soon as it is
reasonably possible after the commencement of any excusable delay,
setting forth the full par­ticulars in connection therewith, shall remedy
such occurrence with all rea­sonable dispatch, and shall promptly give
written notice to the CO of the cessation of such occurrence.

\(g\) *Invoice.*

\(1\) The Contractor shall submit an original invoice and three copies
(or electronic invoice, if autho­rized,) to the address designat­ed in the
contract to re­ceive invoices. An in­voice must include\--

\(i\) Name and address of the Contractor;

\(ii\) Invoice date and number;

\(iii\) Contract number, contract line item number and, if applicable,
the order number;

\(iv\) Description, quantity, unit of measure, unit price and extended
price of the items delivered;

\(v\) Shipping number and date of shipment, includ­ing the bill of lading
number and weight of shipment if shipped on Government bill of lading;

\(vi\) Terms of any discount for prompt payment offered;

\(vii\) Name and address of official to whom payment is to be sent;

\(viii\) Name, title, and phone number of per­son to notify in event of
defective in­voice; and

\(ix\) Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN). The Contractor shall
include its TIN on the invoice only if required elsewhere in this
contract.

\(x\) Electronic funds transfer (EFT) banking information.

\(A\) The Contractor shall include EFT banking information on the
invoice only if required elsewhere in this contract

\(B\) If EFT banking information is not required to be on the invoice,
in order for the invoice to be a proper invoice, the Contractor shall
have submitted correct EFT banking information in accordance with the
applicable solicitation provision, contract clause (e.g., 52.232-33,
Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer -Central Contractor Registration,
or 52.232-34, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer-Other Than Central
Contractor Registration), or applicable agency procedures

\(C\) EFT banking information is not required if the Government waived
the requirement to pay by EFT.

\(2\) Invoices will be handled in accordance with the Prompt Payment Act
(31 U.S.C. 3903) and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) prompt
payment regulations at 5 CFR part 1315.

\(h\) *Patent indemnity.* The Contractor shall indemnify the Government
and its officers, employees and agents against liability, includ­ing
costs, for actual or alleged direct or con­tributory infringement of, or
inducement to infringe, any United States or foreign patent, trademark
or copyright, arising out of the performance of this contract, provided
the Contractor is reasonably notified of such claims and proceedings.

(i) *Payment.* --

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(1) *Items accepted*. Payment shall be made for items ac­cepted by the
    Government that have been delivered to the delivery destinations set
    forth in this contract.

(2) *Prompt Payment.* The Gov­ernment will make payment in accordance
    with the Prompt Payment Act (31 U.S.C. 3903) and prompt payment
    regulations at 5 CFR part 1315.

(3) *Electronic funds transfer (EFT).* If the Government makes payment
    by EFT, see 52.212-5(b) for the appropriate EFT clause.

(4) *Discount.* In connection with any discount offered for early
    pay­ment, time shall be com­puted from the date of the in­voice. For
    the purpose of computing the discount earned, payment shall be
    consid­ered to have been made on the date which appears on the
    pay­ment check or the specified payment date if an elec­tronic funds
    transfer payment is made.

(5) *Overpayments.* If the Contractor becomes aware of a duplicate
    contract financing or invoice payment or that the Government has
    otherwise overpaid on contract financing or invoice payment, the
    Contractor shall immediately notify the Contracting Officer and
    request instructions for disposition of the overpayment.

\(j\) *Risk of loss.* Unless the contract specifically provides
otherwise, risk of loss or damage to the supplies provided under this
contract shall remain with the Contractor until, and shall pass to the
Government upon:

(1) Delivery of the supplies to a carrier, if transportation is f.o.b.
    origin; or

(2) Delivery of the supplies to the Government at the destination
    specified in the contract, if transportation is f.o.b. destination.

\(k\) *Taxes.* The contract price includes all applicable Federal,
State, and local taxes and duties.

\(l\) *Termination for the Government\'s conve­nience*. The Government
reserves the right to terminate this contract, or any part hereof, for
its sole convenience. In the event of such ter­mination, the Contractor
shall im­mediately stop all work hereunder and shall imme­diately cause
any and all of its suppliers and subcon­tractors to cease work. Subject
to the terms of this contract, the Contractor shall be paid a percentage
of the contract price reflecting the percentage of the work performed
prior to the notice of termination, plus reasonable charges the
Contractor can demon­strate to the satisfac­tion of the Government using
its standard record keeping sys­tem, have resulted from the termination.
The Contractor shall not be re­quired to comply with the cost accounting
standards or con­tract cost principles for this purpose. This paragraph
does not give the Government any right to audit the Contractor\'s
records. The Contractor shall not be paid for any work performed or
costs incurred which rea­sonably could have been avoided.

\(m\) *Termination for cause*. The Government may terminate this
contract, or any part hereof, for cause in the event of any default by
the Contractor, or if the Contractor fails to comply with any contract
terms and conditions, or fails to provide the Government, upon request,
with adequate assurances of future per­formance. In the event of
termination for cause, the Govern­ment shall not be liable to the
Contractor for any amount for supplies or services not accept­ed, and the
Contractor shall be liable to the Government for any and all rights and
reme­dies provided by law. If it is determined that the Government
improper­ly terminated this contract for default, such termination shall
be deemed a termination for convenience.

\(n\) *Title*. Unless specified elsewhere in this contract, title to
items furnished under this contract shall pass to the Government upon
acceptance, regardless of when or where the Government takes physical
possession.

\(o\) *Warranty*. The Contractor warrants and implies that the items
delivered hereunder are merchantable and fit for use for the particular
purpose described in this contract.

\(p\) *Limitation of liability.* Except as other­wise pro­vided by an
express war­ranty, the Contractor will not be liable to the Government
for consequential damages result­ing from any defect or deficiencies in
accepted items.

\(q\) *Other compliances.* The Contractor shall comply with all
applicable Federal, State and local laws, execu­tive orders, rules and
regula­tions applicable to its perfor­mance under this contract.

\(r\) *Compliance with laws unique to Govern­ment contracts.* The
Contractor agrees to com­ply with 31 U.S.C. 1352 relating to limitations
on the use of appro­priated funds to influence certain Federal contracts;
18 U.S.C. 431 relat­ing to officials not to benefit; 40 U.S.C 3701, *et
seq*., Contract Work Hours and Safety Stan­dards Act; 41 U.S.C. 51-58,
Anti-Kickback Act of 1986; 41 U.S.C. 265 and 10 U.S.C. 2409 relating to
whistleblower protections; 49 U.S.C 40118, Fly American; and 41 U.S.C.
423 relating to procurement integrity.

\(s\) *Order of precedence.* Any inconsisten­cies in this

solicitation or contract shall be resolved by giving pre­cedence in the
following order: (1) the schedule of supplies/services; (2) the
Assignments, Disputes, Pay­ments, Invoice, Other Compliances, and
Compliance with Laws Unique to Government Contracts para­graphs of this
clause; (3) the clause at 52.212-5; (4) addenda to this solicitation or
contract, including any license agree­ments for computer software; (5)
solicitation provisions if this is a solicitation; (6) other paragraphs
of this clause; (7) the Standard Form 1449; (8) other docu­m­ents,
exhib­its, and attachments; and (9) the specification.

\(t\) *Central Contractor Registration (CCR)*.

\(1\) Unless exempted by an addendum to this contract, the Contractor is
responsible during performance and through final payment of any contract
for the accuracy and completeness of the data within the CCR database,
and for any liability resulting from the Government\'s reliance on
inaccurate or incomplete data. To remain registered in the CCR database
after the initial registration, the Contractor is required to review and
update on an annual basis from the date of initial registration or
subsequent updates its information in the CCR database to ensure it is
current, accurate and complete. Updating information in the CCR does not
alter the terms and conditions of this contract and is not a substitute
for a properly executed contractual document.

(2)(i) If a Contractor has legally changed its business name, \"doing
business as\" name, or division name (whichever is shown on the
contract), or has transferred the assets used in performing the
contract, but has not completed the necessary requirements regarding
novation and change-of-name agreements in FAR Subpart 42.12, the
Contractor shall provide the responsible Contracting Officer a minimum
of one business day\'s written notification of its intention to (A)
change the name in the CCR database; (B) comply with the requirements of
Subpart 42.12; and (C) agree in writing to the timeline and procedures
specified by the responsible Contracting Officer. The Contractor must
provide with the notification sufficient documentation to support the
legally changed name.

\(ii\) If the Contractor fails to comply with the requirements of
paragraph (q)(2)(i) of this clause, or fails to perform the agreement at
paragraph (q)(2)(i)(C) of this clause, and, in the absence of a properly
executed novation or change-of-name agreement, the CCR information that
shows the Contractor to be other than the Contractor indicated in the
contract will be considered to be incorrect information within the
meaning of the \"Suspension of Payment\" paragraph of the electronic
funds transfer (EFT) clause of this contract.

\(3\) The Contractor shall not change the name or address for EFT
payments or manual payments, as appropriate, in the CCR record to
reflect an assignee for the purpose of assignment of claims (see Subpart
32.8, Assignment of Claims). Assignees shall be separately registered in
the CCR database. Information provided to the Contractor\'s CCR record
that indicates payments, including those made by EFT, to an ultimate
recipient other than that Contractor will be considered to be incorrect
information within the meaning of the \"Suspension of payment\"
paragraph of the EFT clause of this contract.

\(4\) Offerors and Contractors may obtain information on registration
and annual confirmation requirements via the internet at
*http://www.ccr.gov* or by calling 1-888-227-2423 or 269-961-5757.

## C2 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS REQUIRED TO IMPLEMENT STATUTES OR EXECUTIVE ORDERS-COMMERCIAL ITEMS (52.212-5 JUNE 2008)

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

\(1\) 52.233-3, Protest after Award (AUG 1996) (31 U.S.C. 3553).

\(2\) 52.233-4, Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim (OCT 2004)
Public L. 108-77, 108-78)

\(b\) The Contractor shall comply with the FAR clauses in this paragraph
(b) that the Contracting Officer has indicated as being incorporated in
this contract by reference to implement provisions of law or Executive
orders applicable to acquisitions of commercial items:

\(1\) 52.203-6, Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government
(SEPT 2006), with Alternate I (SEPT 2006) (41 U.S.C. 253g and 10 U.S.C.
2402).

\(2\) 52.219-3, Notice of Total HUBZone Small Business Set-Aside (JAN
1999) (15 U.S.C 657a).

\(3\) 52.219-4, Notice of Price Evaluation Preference for HUBZone Small
Business Concerns (JULY 2005) (if the offeror elects to waive the
preference, it shall so indicate in its offer) (15 U.S.C. 657a).

(4 \[Reserved\]

\(5\) (i)52.219-6, Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside (JUNE
2003)(15 U.S.C. 644).

(ii) Alternate I (OCT 1995) of 52.219-6.

\(iii\) Alternate II (MAR 2004) of 52.219-6.

(6)(i) 52.219-7, Notice of Partial Small Business Set-Aside (JUNE
2003)(15 U.S.C. 644).

\(ii\) Alternate I (OCT 1995) of 52.219-7.

\(iii\) Alternate II (MAR 2004 of 52.219-7.

\(7\) 52.219-8, Utilization of Small Business Concerns (MAY 2004)(15
U.S.C. 637 (d)(2) and (3)).

(8)(i) 52.219-9, Small Business Subcontracting Plan (NOV 2007)(15 U.S.C.
637(d)(4).

(ii)Alternate I (OCT 2001) of 52.219-9.

\(iii\) Alternate II (OCT 2001) of 52.219-9.

\(9\) 52.219-14, Limitations on Subcontracting (DEC 1996) (15 U.S.C.
637(a)(14).

(10)(i) 52.219-16, Liquidated Damages -- Subcontracting Plan (JAN 1999)
(15U.S.C. 637(d)(4)(F)(i).

(11)(i) 52.219-23, Notice of Price Evaluation Adjustment for Small
Disadvantaged Business Concerns (SEPT 2005)(10 U.S.C. 2323) (if the
offeror elects to waive the adjustment, it shall so indicate in its
offer).

\(ii\) Alternate I (JUNE 2003)of 52.219-23.

\(12\) 52.219-25, Small Disadvantaged Business Participation
Program-Disadvantaged Status and Reporting (OCT 1999)(Pub. L. 103-355,
section 7102, and 10 U.S.C. 2323).

\(13\) 52.219-26, Small Disadvantaged Business Participation
Program-Incentive Subcontracting (OCT 2000) (Pub. L. 103-355, section
7102, and 10 U.S.C. 2323).

\(14\) 52.219-27, Notice of Total Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small
Business Set-Aside (MAY 2004) (15 U.S.C. 657f).

\(15\) 52.219-28, Post Award Small Business Program Representation (JUNE
2007) (15 U.S.C. 632(a)(2).

\(16\) 52.222-3, Convict Labor (JUNE 2003)(E.O. 11755).

\(17\) 52.222-19, Child Labor-Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies
(FEB 2008)(E.O. 13126).

\(18\) 52.222-21, Prohibition of Segregated Facilities (Feb 1999).

\(19\) 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity (MAR 2007)(E.O. 11246).

\(20\) 52.222-35, Equal Opportunity for Special Disabled Veterans,
Veterans of the Vietnam Era, and Other Eligible Veterans (SEPT 2006)(38
U.S.C. 4212).

\(21\) 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities (JUN
1998) (29 U.S.C. 793).

\(22\) 52.222-37, Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans,
Veterans of the Vietnam Era, and Other Eligible Veterans (SEPT 2006)(38
U.S.C. 4212).

(23)(i) 52.222-39, Notification of Employee Rights Concerning Payment of
Union Dues or Fees (DEC 2004)(E.O. 13201).

(24)(i) 52.222-50, Combating Trafficking in Persons (AUG 2007) (Applies
to all contracts).

\(ii\) Alternate I (AUG 2007) of 52.222-50

(25)(i) 52.223-9, Estimate of Percentage of Recovered Material Content
for EPA-Designated Products (AUG 2000)(42 U.S.C. 6962(c)(3)(A)(ii)).

\(ii\) Alternate I (AUG 2000) of 52.223-9 (42 U.S.C. 6962(i)(2)(C)).

\(26\) 52.223-15, Energy Efficiency in Energy-Consuming Products (DEC
2007)(42 U.S.C. 8259b).

\(27\) 52.223-16, IEEE 1680 Standard for the Evironmental Assessment of
Personal Computer Products (DEC 2007)(E.O. 13423).

\(28\) 2.225-1, Buy American Act-Supplies (JUNE 2003)(41 U.S.C. 10a -
10d).

(29)(i) 52.225-3, Buy American Act - Free Trade Agreements-Israeli Trade
Act (AUG 2007) (41U.S.C. 10a - 10d, 19U.S.C. 3301 note, 19U.S.C. 2112
note, Pub. L. 108-77, 108-78, 108-286, 109-53 and 109-169).

\(ii\) Alternate I (JAN 2004) of 52.225-3.

\(iii\) Alternate II (JAN 2004) of 52.225-3.

\(30\) 52.225-5, Trade Agreements (NOV 2007)(19 U.S.C. 2501, *et seq*.,
19 U.S.C. 3301 note).

\(31\) 52.225-13, Restriction on Certain Foreign Purchases (JUNE 2008)
(E.O's, proclamations and statutes administered by the Office of Foreign
Assets Control of the Department of the Treasury).

\(32\) 52.226-4, Notice of Disaster or Emergency Area Set-Aside (NOV
2007) (42 U.S.C. 5150).

\(33\) 52.226-5, Restrictions on Subcontracting Outside Disaster or
Emergency Area (NOV 2007) (42.U.S.C. 5150)

\(34\) 52.232-29, Terms for Financing of Purchases of Commercial Items
(FEB 2002)(41 U.S.C. 255(f), 10 U.S.C. 2307(f)).

\(35\) 52.232-30, Installment Payments for Commercial Items (OCT
1995)(41 U.S.C. 255(f), 10 U.S.C. 2307(f)).

\(36\) 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer-Central
Contractor Registration (OCT 2003)(31 U.S.C. 3332).

\(37\) 52.232-34, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer-Other than
Central Contractor Registration (MAY 1999)(31 U.S.C. 3332).

\(38\) 52.232-36, Payment by Third Party (MAY 1999)(31 U.S.C. 3332).

\(39\) 52.239-1, Privacy or Security Safeguards (AUG 1996)(5 U.S.C.
552a).

(40)(i) 52.247-64, Preference for Privately Owned U.S.-Flag Commercial
Vessels (FEB 2006)(46 U.S.C. Appx 1241 and 10 U.S.C. 2631).

\(ii\) Alternate I (APR 2003) of 52.247-64.

\(c\) The Contractor shall comply with the FAR clauses in this paragraph
(c), applicable to commercial services, which the Contracting Officer
has indicated as being incorporated in this contract by reference to
implement provisions of law or Executive orders applicable to
acquisitions of commercial items:

\(1\) 52.222-41, Service Contract Act of 1965 (NOV 2007)(41 U.S.C. 351,
*et seq*.).

\(2\) 52.222-42, Statement of Equivalent Rates for Federal Hires (MAY
1989)(29 U.S.C. 206 and 41 U.S.C. 351, *et seq*.). (See Exhibits)

\(3\) 52.222-43, Fair Labor Standards Act and Service Contract Act-Price
Adjustment (Multiple Year and Option Contracts) (NOV 2006) (29 U.S.C.
206 and 41 U.S.C. 351, *et seq*.).

\(4\) 52.222-44, Fair Labor Standards Act and Service Contract Act-Price
Adjustment (FEB 2002)(29 U.S.C. 206 and 41 U.S.C. 351, *et seq*.).

\(5\) 52.222-51, Exemption from Application of the Service Contract Act
to Contracts for Maintenance, Calibration, or Repair of Certain
Equipment -- Requirements (NOV 2007) (41 U.S.C. 351, *et seq*.).

\(6\) 52.222-53, Exemption from Application of the Service Contract Act
to Contracts for Certain Services -- Requirements (NOV 2007) (41U.S.C.
351, *et seq*.).

\(7\) 52.237-11, Accepting and Dispensing of \$1 Coin (AUG 2007)
(31U.S.C. 5112(p)(1)).

\(d\) *Comptroller General Examination of Record*. The Contractor shall
comply with the provisions of this paragraph (d) if this contract was
awarded using other than sealed bid, is in excess of the simplified
acquisition threshold, and does not contain the clause at 52.215-2,
Audit and Records-Negotiation.

\(1\) The Comptroller General of the United States, or an authorized
representative of the Comptroller General, shall have access to and
right to examine any of the Contractor\'s directly pertinent records
involving transactions related to this contract.

\(2\) The Contractor shall make available at its offices at all
reasonable times the records, materials, and other evidence for
examination, audit, or reproduction, until 3 years after final payment
under this contract or for any shorter period specified in FAR Subpart
4.7, Contractor Records Retention, of the other clauses of this
contract. If this contract is completely or partially terminated, the
records relating to the work terminated shall be made available for 3
years after any resulting final termination settlement. Records relating
to appeals under the disputes clause or to litigation or the settlement
of claims arising under or relating to this contract shall be made
available until such appeals, litigation, or claims are finally
resolved.

\(3\) As used in this clause, records include books, documents,
accounting procedures and practices, and other data, regardless of type
and regardless of form. This does not require the Contractor to create
or maintain any record that the Contractor does not maintain in the
ordinary course of business or pursuant to a provision of law.

(e)(1) Notwithstanding the requirements of the clauses in paragraphs
(a), (b), (c) and (d) of this clause, the Contractor is not required to
flow down any FAR clause, other than those listed in paragraphs (i)
through (vii) of this paragraph in a subcontract for commercial items.
Unless otherwise indicated below, the extent of the flow down shall be
as required by the clause --

\(i\) 52.219-8, Utilization of Small Business Concerns (MAY 2004)(15
U.S.C. 637 (d)(2) and (3)), in all subcontracts that offer further
subcontracting opportunities. If the subcontract (except subcontracts to
small business concerns) exceeds \$550,000 (\$1,000,000 for construction
of any public facility), the subcontractor must include 52.219-8 in
lower tier subcontracts that offer subcontracting opportunities.

\(ii\) 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity (MAR 2007)(E.O. 11246);

\(iii\) 52.222-35, Equal Opportunity for Special Disabled Veterans,
Veterans of the Vietnam Era, and Other Eligible Veterans (SEPT 2006)(38
U.S.C. 4212);

\(iv\) 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities (JUNE
1998)(29 U.S.C. 793);

\(v\) 52.222-39, Notification of Employees Rights Concerning the Payment
of Union Dues or Fees (DEC 2004)(E.O. 13201);

\(vi\) 52.222-41, Service Contract Act of 1965 (NOV 2007) (41 U.S.C.
351, *et seq.*).

\(vii\) 52.222-50, Combating Trafficking in Persons (AUG 2007) (22
U.S.C. 7104(g)). Flow down required in accordance with paragraph (f) of
FAR clause 52.222-50.

\(viii\) 52.222-51, Exemption from Application of the Service Contract
Act to Contracts for Maintenance, Calibration, or Repair of Certain
Equipment -- Requirements (NOV 2007) (41U.S.C. 351, *et seq*.).

\(ix\) 52.222-53, Exemption from Application of the Service Contract Act
to Contracts for Certain Services -- Requirements (NOV 2007) (41U.S.C.
351, *et seq*.).

\(x\) 52.247-64, Preference for Privately Owned U.S.- Flag Commercial
Vessels (FEB 2006)(46 U.S.C. Appx 1241 and 10 U.S.C. 2631). Flow down
required in accordance with paragraph (d) of FAR clause 52.247-64).

\(2\) While not required, the contractor may include in its subcontracts
for commercial items a minimal number of additional clauses necessary to
satisfy its contractual obligations.

## ADDENDA TO CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS

# 

# C3. 52.212-4 (a) INSPECTION/ACCEPTANCE, THE FOLLOWING IS ADDED:

## 

## C3.1 Inspection Process and Scheduling

C3.1.1 After either contract award or renewal, the COTR will schedule an
inspection date to inspect the Contractor\'s proposed aircraft,
equipment and person­nel to ensure contract compliance. The inspection
will be conducted at the designated base, Contractor\'s facility or
other location accept­able to the Government. The inspection will be
scheduled to com­mence as early as 60 days and not later than three days
(excluding weekends and holidays) prior to the established reporting
date, unless otherwise mutually agreed upon by the COTR and the
Contractor. The inspection time and date will be scheduled for between
0730 and 1630 local time, Monday through Friday, unless otherwise agreed
upon by the COTR. The COTR will confirm the inspection details in
writing. Contractor written requests for inspection rescheduling that
are received by the COTR at least 10 days prior to the originally
scheduled inspection date may be accommodated by the COTR, depending
upon their work schedule.

C3.1.2 The Contractor shall provide information specific to the
aircraft, equipment, and personnel being proposed for use during each
year of the contract when requested by the COTR.

C3.1.3 Approved aircraft, fuel servicing vehicles, pilots and mechanics
will be issued an Interagency Aircraft Data Card, an Interagency Data
Card - Fuel Service Vehicle, Interagency Pilot Qualification card, as
applicable. The aircraft and pilot cards detail the activities for which
they are authorized. The fuel servicing vehicle card only indicates that
the vehicle meets the additional equipment specified in Section B, and
in no way indicates that the vehicle meets any requirement of 49 CFR.

C3.1.3.1 The Contractor shall ensure the aircraft data card is kept in
the aircraft and available for inspection at all times.

C3.1.3.2 The Contractor shall ensure the pilot qualification card is
kept in the posses­sion of the pilot and available for inspection at all
times.

C3.1.3.3 The Contractor shall ensure the fuel service vehicle data card
is kept in the fuel servicing vehicle and available for inspection at
all times.

C3.1.4 If the COTR determines any aircraft/equipment/personnel and
records/documents presented for inspection are not completely ready for
the inspection or are determined to be nonconforming as required by the
contract, the COTR may suspend the inspection(s) and schedule a
reinspection for another time/date/site. The Contractor may be charged
for the cost of reinspection, in accordance with Section C3.5.

## C3.2 Equipment

C3.2.1 The aircraft will be inspected to ensure compliance with all
contract requirements. The Government may require in-flight dynamic
testing of aircraft systems. This testing may be conducted in
conjunc­tion with pilot evaluation flight(s), and shall be performed at
no cost to the Government.

C3.2.2 Fuel servicing vehicle(s), fuel cache(s) and other equipment will
be inspected to ensure contract compliance.

## 

## C3.3 Personnel

C3.3.1 Pilots. Only those individuals whose past flight time and
experience can be verified from log books, employ­ment records, etc.,
will be approved for contract use. The Contractor cannot substitute
satisfactory completion of any pilot flight evaluation time for any of
the total pilot flight hour requirements listed in this contract

C3.3.2 The COTR will conduct a pilot flight evaluation to further verify
pilot(s)\' ability to perform under this contract, when determined
necessary. The evaluation may include but is not limited to: weight and
balance performance, center of gravity limitations, aircraft performance
charts, density altitude considerations, load calculation preparation
and actual flying of the aircraft. Portions of the evaluation may be
evaluated orally. A pilot must also be capable of demonstrating
proficient operation of all aircraft equipment identified in Section B
during an evaluation flight.

C3.3.2.1 The aircraft used for the flight evaluation(s) shall be the
same make, model and series awarded for this contract and be equipped
with dual controls. At COTR discretion, the flight evaluation may be
conducted in only one aircraft make, model and series equipped with dual
controls if multiple make, model and series of aircraft are awarded.
Flight evaluation(s) will usually be performed in areas that provide
access to terrain similar to that to be flown during the contract
period. Flight evaluations are conducted at the Contractor's expense.

C3.3.3.2 During the flight evaluation, pilot inspectors retain
discretionary authority in determining the competency of the pilot and
may add, delete or revise elements of the flight evaluation to determine
competency. The Government will make the final determination as to the
pilot's ability to successfully meet contract requirements.

C3.3.3 Services provided under this contract require Department of the
Interior (DOI) special use flight activities as identified herein.
Pilots shall have satisfactorily completed an agency initial and/or
periodic flight evaluation(s) for these activities before being approved
for use under the contract, unless otherwise indicated in the contract.
The COTR will provide detailed information concerning the types and
frequency of special use pilot flight evaluations when requested.

External load - longline \>50\' (helicopter) with remote hook

C3.3.4 Each fuel servicing vehicle driver may be requested to
demonstrate an acceptable knowledge of correct fueling procedures and of
all fueling and safety equipment on the fuel servicing vehicle.

## C3.4 Substitute Personnel, Aircraft or Equipment 

C3.4.1 The Contractor may request the use of substitute personnel,
aircraft or equipment that were not initially approved for use. All
proposed substitutes shall meet pertinent contract specifications and be
subject to inspections and approvals identified herein prior to use. The
Contractor shall submit a written request for inspections of substitutes
to the COTR seven days prior to the scheduled arrival at the site.
Requests received with fewer than seven days notice will be accomplished
as permitted by the COTR's schedule. After the first 120 calendar days,
the Government will at no cost to the Contractor inspect substitute
personnel and/or equipment on a basis of one inspection per quarter. The
Government may charge the Contractor for the cost of any substitute
inspections in accordance with Section C3.5

C3.4.2 The Contractor shall transport substitute personnel, aircraft or
equipment to the point of use at their expense.

### C3.4.3 The bureau may require substitute pilots to obtain up to three hours each of training or orientation flight time at Contractor\'s expense. (This flight time is in addition to any necessary pilot evaluation flight(s)).

## C3.5 Reinspection Expenses 

## 

C3.5.1 The Contractor shall be liable for all Government incurred
reinspection costs. Inspection expenses may be deducted from payments
due the Contractor.

C3.5.2 Costs may include, but are not limited to, inspec­tor(s)' time to
include travel time at \$75.00 per hour, and transportation and
subsistence at actual cost.

# C4 PERSONAL IDENTITY VERIFICATION OF CONTRACTOR PERSONNEL (52.204-9 SEPT 2007) 

\(a\) The Contractor shall comply with agency personal identity
verification procedures identified in the contract that implement
Homeland Security Presidential Directive-12 (HSPD-12), Office of
Management and Budget (OMB) guidance M-05-24, as amended, and Federal
Information Processing Standards Publication (FIPS PUB) Number 201.

\(b\) The Contractor shall insert this clause in all subcontracts when
the subcontractor is required to have routine physical access to a
Federally-controlled facility and/or routine access to a
Federally-controlled information system.

## C4.1 Contractor Personnel Security Requirements

C4.1.1 It has been determined that Contractor personnel utilized in the
support of this contract will not be allowed routine and regular
unsupervised access to a Federally controlled facility for more than 180
days, nor will they need unsupervised access to a Federally controlled
Level 3 or 4 information system.

C4.1.2 Contractor employees utilized in support of this contract, will
be treated as visitors (uncredentialed Contractor) and not be required
to receive background investigations and credentialing. However,
uncredentialed Contractors may be subject to the screening processes
utilized at each Federally controlled facility where the Contractor
services are required. As a minimum, Contractor employees will be issued
a temporary/visitor badge and must display it at all times during
contract performance when accessing a Federally controlled facility. The
COR is responsible for ensuring that all Contractor employees are issued
a temporary/visitor badge.

# C5. 52.232-19 AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS FOR THE NEXT FISCAL YEAR (APR 1984)

Funds are not presently available for performance under this contract
beyond September 30th. The Govern­ment\'s obligation for performance of
this contract beyond that date is contingent upon the availability of
appropri­ated funds from which payment for contract purposes can be made.
No legal liability on the part of the Government for any payment may
arise for performance under this contract beyond September 30th until
funds are made available to the Contract­ing Officer for performance and
until the Contrac­tor receives notice of availabili­ty, to be confirmed in
writing by the Contracting Officer.

# C6. AIRCRAFT INSURANCE

The Contractor shall maintain as a minimum, aircraft insurance coverage
required by 14 CFR, Part 205, during contract performance.

# C7. RESERVED

# C8. RESERVED

# C9. AUTHORITY OF GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVES 

## 

## C9.1 Contracting Officer (CO)

The CO is the appointed Government official with authority to enter
into, administer and terminate this contract. **No one but the CO** is
autho­rized **under any circumstances** to:

C9.1.1 Award, agree to, or execute any con­tract, contract modifi­cation,
or notice of intent.

C9.1.2 Obligate in any way the payment of money by the Government.

C9.1.3 Make a final decision on any con­tract matter that is subject to
the Disputes clause of this contract.

C9.1.4 Terminate, for any cause, the Contractor\'s right to proceed.

## 

## C9.2 Contracting Officer\'s Technical Representative (COTR)

The COTR is authorized to take any or all actions necessary to ensure
compliance with the technical portions of the contract. The COTR will
conduct all requested or required inspections.

The COTR for this contract is:

Regional Director

DOI -- Aviation Management

West Regional Office

960 Broadway Ave, Suite. 300

Boise, Idaho 83705

Phone: 208-334-9310

Fax: 208-334-9303

The DOI -- Aviation Management Aviation Safety Manager (ASM) is
responsible for all matters concerning accident and incident with
potential investigations. The Safety Manager is:

Mr. Robert Galloway

DOI -- Aviation Management

300 E. Mallard Dr., Ste. 200

Boise, ID 83706-3991

Phone: 208-433-5071

Fax: 208-433-5007

## C9.3 Contracting Officer\'s Representative (COR) 

The COR is authorized to take any or all actions with respect to
administrative functions.

The COR will be delegated at time of contract award. Information
regarding operational aspects of this requirement should be directed to:

Greg Mongano

BOR Regional Geologist

Ph: (916) 978-5331

# C10. PERSONNEL CONDUCT

## C10.1 Replacement of Contractor Personnel 

C10.1.1 Contractor employees required to work or reside on Federal
property (National Parks, Refuges, Indian Reservations, etc.) are
expected to follow the facility manager's rules of conduct that apply to
both Government or non-Government personnel working or residing at these
facilities. The COR will make available a copy of such rules. The
Contractor may be required to replace employees who do not comply with
these rules of conduct.

C10.1.2 The Contractor shall replace any employee who performs unsafely,
ineffectively; refuses to cooperate; is unable or unwilling to adapt to
field living conditions; or whose general performance is unsatisfactory,
disruptive or detrimental to the purpose for which con­tracted.

C10.1.3 The CO will notify the Contractor of all known unsatisfactory
personnel conduct or unsafe performance. The employee may be afforded an
opportunity for corrective action when the conditions warrant. When
directed by the CO, the Contractor shall replace unacceptable personnel
not later than 24 hours after such notification, or as otherwise
mutually agreed. The decision as to unacceptability shall be at the sole
discretion of the CO.

## C10.2 Suspension of Pilot

C10.2.1 Upon receipt of written correspon­dence which indicates a serious
safety concern, the Government may suspend the pilot.

C10.2.2 Upon involvement in an Aircraft Accident or NTSB Reportable
Incident (see 49 CFR Part 830), a pilot **will** be suspended from pilot
duties and from any other activity authorized under the Interagency
Pilot Qualification card(s), pending the investigation outcome.

C10.2.3 Upon involvement in an Incident with Potential as defined under
Mishaps, a pilot **will** be suspended from pilot duties and from any
other activity authorized under the Interagency Pilot Qualification
card(s), pending the investigation outcome.

C10.2.4 When requested, a suspended pilot shall surrender all
Interagency Pilot Qualification card(s) to the COTR or other authorized
agency representa­tive. Pilot suspension will continue until:

C10.2.4.1 The investigation findings and decision indicate no further
suspension is required and the Interagency Pilot Qualification card(s)
is returned to the pilot; or revoked by the issuing agency.

# C11. SAFETY AND ACCIDENT PREVEN­TION

C11.1 The Contractor shall submit a copy of all reports required by the
Federal Aviation Regulations that relate to pilot and maintenance
personnel perfor­mance, aircraft airworthiness or operations to the ASM.

C11.1.1 Examples of these reports are shown in paragraphs 14 CFR Part
135.415 Mechanical Reliability Reports and Part 135.417 Mechanical
Interruption Sum­mary Reports required of the Federal Aviation
Regulations, 49 CFR Part 830.5 and 49 CFR 830.15, and FAA Form 8010-4,
Malfunction or Defect Report.

C11.2 Following a mishap, the CO will evaluate whether the Contractor
was in compliance with contract provisions or with the Federal Aviation
Regulations applicable to the Contrac­tor\'s operations, company policy,
procedures, practices, or pro­grams, or whether there was negli­gence on
the part of the company officers or employees that may have caused or
contributed to the mishap. The Contractor shall fully cooperate with the
CO during this evaluation.

C11.3 The Contractor shall develop and maintain programs necessary to
ensure safe practices during ground and flight operations. These
programs are a material part of contract performance.

C11.3.1 Examples of such programs are 1) personnel activities, 2)
maintenance, 3) safety and 4) compliance with regulations.

# C12. MISHAPS

## C12.1 Mishap.

As used throughout this contract, the following terms shall have the
meanings set forth below.

C12.1.1 The following terms are as defined in 49 CFR Part 830:

**Aircraft Accident**

**Fatal Injury**

**Incident**.

**Operator**

**Serious Injury**

**Substantial Damage**

## 

C12.1.2 **Airspace Conflict**. A near mid-air collision, intrusion, or
violation of airspace rules.

C12.1.3 **Aviation Hazard**. Any condition, act, or set of circumstances
that exposes an individual to unnecessary risk or harm during aviation
operations.

C12.1.4 **Incident with Potential**. An incident that narrowly misses
being an accident and in which the circumstances indicate significant
potential for substantial damage or serious injury. Classification of an
incident as an \"Incident with Potential\" is determined by the agency
ASM.

C12.1.5 **Maintenance Deficiency**. An equipment defect or failure which
affects or could affect the safety of operations, or that causes an
interruption to the services being performed.

C12.1.6 **SafeCom**. An agency Aviation Safety Commu­nique used to report
any condition, observance, act, maintenance problem, or circumstance
which has potential to cause an aviation related accident (Form AMD-34
or FS 5700-14).

## C12.2 Mishap Reporting 

The Contractor shall immediate­ly, and by the most expeditious means
available, notify the NTSB AND the agency ASM when an \"Aircraft
Accident\" or NTSB reportable \"Incident\" occurs.

C12.2.1 The ASM shall immediately be notified when an \"Incident with
Potential\" occurs.

C12.2.2 The toll free 24-hour Interagency Aircraft Accident Reporting
Hot Line number is:

**1-888-4MISHAP (1-888-464-7427)**

## 

## C12.3 Forms Submission

C12.3.1 Follo­wing an \"Aircraft Accident\" or when requested by the NTSB
following notification of a reportable \"Incident,\" the Contractor
shall provide the agency ASM with information necessary to complete a
NTSB Form 6120.1/2 "Pilot/Operator Aircraft Accident Report".

C12.3.2 The Contractor shall submit a \"SafeCom\" to the agency ASM
within 5 day upon the occurrence of any condition, observance, act,
maintenance problem, or circumstance which has potential to cause an
aviation-related mishap. Submission via the internet at
[http://www.safecom.gov](http://www.safecom.gov/)/ is preferred. Blank
SafeComs can be obtained from agency ASMs. The submission of an NTSB
Form 6120.1/2 does not replace the Contractor\'s responsibility to
submit a "Safecom".

## 

## C12.4 Pilot Suspension

See Suspension of Pilot clause above.

## 

## C12.5 Preservation Requirements

C12.5.1 The Contractor shall not permit removal or alteration of the
aircraft, aircraft equipment or records following an Aircraft Accident,
Incident, or Incident with Potential until authorized to do so by the CO
or other authorized agency representative. Permitted exceptions to this
requirement may be when life or property are threatened, when the
aircraft is blocking an airport runway, etc. The Contractor shall
immediately notify the CO when taking such actions.

C12.5.2 The NTSB\'s release of the wreckage does not constitute a
release by the CO.

## 

## C12.6 Mishap Investigations 

C12.6.1 The Contractor shall maintain an accurate record of all aircraft
accidents, incidents, aviation hazards and injuries to Contractor or
Government personnel arising during this contract.

C12.6.2 Following a mishap, the Contractor shall ensure that pilots,
mechanics or other personnel associated with the aircraft remain in the
vicinity of the mishap until released by the CO or their designated
representative. The Contractor shall cooperate with the agency during
any investiga­tion and make available personnel and aircraft records, and
any equipment, damaged or undam­aged, that the agency deems necessary.

## 

## C12.7 Costs Related to Investigation

The NTSB or agency will determine their individual agency's
investigation cost responsibility. The Contractor shall be fully
responsi­ble for any cost associated with the reassembly, approval for
return-to-service, and return transportation of any items disassembled
by the Government.

## 

## C12.8 Rescue and Salvage Responsibilities 

The Contractor shall be responsible for the cost of search, rescue and
salvage operations made necessary due to causes other than negligent
acts of a Government employee.

# C13. FEDERAL AIRPORT AND AIRWAY EXCISE TAXES 

Chapters 31 and 33 of the Internal Revenue Code, (26 U.S.C. 4041, 4261
et seq) impose an excise tax on aviation in one of two ways (1) as a
fuel tax or (2) as a transportation tax on transportation of passengers
and cargo for aircraft having maximum certificated weights in excess of
6,000 pounds.

C13.1 Fuel Tax. Fuel tax is applicable, and this contract requires
Contractor-furnished fuel. The Contractor is responsible for paying the
fuel tax and including such taxes in their bid price.

C13.2 Transportation Tax. If the transportation tax on passengers and
cargo is applicable and the Contractor is required to pay the
transportation tax for those services, the Contractor must add the tax
to their invoice for payment as a separate item; and the Government will
reimburse the Contractor for the amount of such taxes.

# C14. CONTRACT PERIOD AND RENEWALS

## 

## C14.1 Contract Period

The contract period shall be from date of award through December 31,
2008, unless otherwise extended as allowed herein.

C14.1.1 The Government will not consider any contract aircraft to be
under its operational control when the Contractor is not available or
capable of providing Government scheduled services.

## C14.2 Option to Extend Services (52.217-8, Nov 1999)

The Government may require continued performance of any services within
the limits and at the rates specified in the contract. These rates may
be adjusted only as a result of revisions to prevailing labor rates
provided by the Secretary of Labor. This option provision may be
exercised more than once, but the total extension of performance
hereunder shall not exceed 6 months. The CO may exercise the option by
written notice to the Contractor prior to the expiration of the
contract.

C14.1.1 The Government will not consider any contract aircraft to be
under its operational control when the Contractor is not available or
capable of providing Government scheduled services.

# C15. ORDERING PROCEDURES 

**C15.1 Orders and Acceptance of Orders**. All orders for service shall
be placed by the COR or by the Contracting Officer. Orders for service
shall be made in writing at least 5 calendar days in advance of the
report date, or as mutually agreed upon. An order for services will be
issued when a need arises. The order will identify the reporting base.
The order will be verified in writing by the Government, signed and
returned by the Contractor. The Contractor is required to support all
orders placed at least 5 days in advance of the project date.

**C15.1.1** Orders will **provide** the project location, reporting
base, timeframes, and the estimated number of days of use and estimated
number of hours to be flown.

**C15.1.2** The Project Period shall be established with **each** order
for service.

**C15.1.2.1** The Contractor shall perform the entire project specified
within the timeframes of the estimated project period and as mutually
agreed upon by both parties.

# C16. MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

## C16.1 Flight Time

C16.2.1 Measurement of Flight Time. Flight time will be measured from
lift-off to touchdown in hours and tenths. Flight time will be measured
by means of an approved electrical time recorder, as required in Section
B.

C16.2.2 Payment for Flight Time. The Government will pay for all flights
ordered by the CO and flown by the Contractor at the rates set forth in
Section A. The Government does not guarantee any minimum or maximum
number of flight hours during this contract.

C16.2.3 Flights Associated with Inspections. Flight time associated with
the DOI -- Aviation Management (agency) inspection shall be at the
expense of the Contractor and will not be measured for payment.

C16.2.4 Flights for Contractor\'s Benefit. The Government will not pay
for flights benefiting the Contractor, such as flights for maintenance
testing, for ferrying to and from maintenance facilities, flights
required following an engine change, commercial charters, and flights
solely for transporting Contractor\'s personnel. Fuel servicing vehicle
mileage will be mea­sured using the most direct route taken from the
House­hold Goods Carriers\' Bureau Mileage Guide developed by Rand
McNally and Company.

## C16.3 Payment For Ferry

C16.3.1 Ferry will be paid at the rates specified in Section A for
Flight Rate. Ferry will be paid from the Contractors base of operations
or the location of the aircraft at the time of ferry which ever is less.

C16.3.2 Fuel servicing vehicle mileage will be mea­sured using the most
direct route taken from the House­hold Goods Carriers\' Bureau Mileage
Guide developed by Rand McNally and Company.

## C16.4 Additional Pay Items 

Claims for additional pay items addressed herein shall be documented on
the invoice for payment and supported by in­voice(s) and/or document(s),
as required below. The Government will not pay claims submitted with
incomplete or missing supporting documentation.

C16.4.1 **Subsistence Allowance.** Each authorized crewmember may claim
a subsistence allow­ance (lodging and meals) for each overnight stay,
including mandatory days off, when assigned to a base away from the
designated base.

C16.4.1.1 The Government, at its option, may provide meals and/or
lodging (which may be remote field or fire camp accommodations). If not
Government provided, the Contractor will be paid an overnight allowance
equal to the standard Federal Travel Regulation (FTR) rate (or high
rate, if applicable). The Contractor may claim overnight expenses using
either of the two following methods:

(i) Payment of the Standard or High Rate, if applicable) lodging and
    M&IE rate EXCLUDING lodging tax (does not require lodging receipts
    to be submitted with the invoice) or;

(ii) Payment of actual lodging amount and M&IE rate not to exceed that
     authorized in accordance with the FTR plus lodging tax. An itemized
     lodging invoice detailing lodging cost and tax shall be submitted
     with the invoice.

C16.4.1.1.1 The lodging invoice and invoice for payment shall clearly
show the county or city where the overnight stay occurred. High rate
claims for subsistence that do not include this information will be
reduced to the standard rate.

C16.4.1.2 If the Contractor does not use Govern­ment provided meals
and/or lodging, the Government will not pay for contractor costs
incurred for travel to alternate meal or lodging locations.

C16.4.1.3 Unless the Government makes three meals available to the
Contractor\'s employees, the appropriate total rate for meals and
incidental expenses will be paid.

C16.4.1.4 If partial subsistence, either three meals or lodging, is
provided by the Government, the Contractor will be paid at current FTR
rates for the portion that is Contractor provided. Lodging will be
handled as stated above. Current rates established by the FTR are:

**[STANDARD]{.underline}**

Meals and Incidental Expense: \$39.00

Lodging: \$70.00

Total: \$109.00

**[High Rate]{.underline}**

For current FTR per diem rates see Internet site
[http://www.gsa.gov](http://www.gsa.gov/) and select - Per Diem Rates,
Domestic.

C16.4.2 **Fuel Servicing Vehicle Mileage**. The Contrac­tor will be paid
the rate per mile stipulated in Section A for a fuel servicing vehicle
meeting the requirements of this contract when it is dispatched to
provide support to the aircraft away from the designated base**.**

C16.4.3 **Fuel Supply Expense**. The Contractor is respon­sible for the
cost of all fuel required for contract perfor­mance. When the Contractor
is ordered to operate from an alternate base, the Government will, at
its option:

C16.4.3.1 Direct the Contractor to transport required fuel with the fuel
servicing vehicle, subject to payment for fuel servicing vehicle
mileage, if so provided in the Section A.

C16.4.3.2 Furnish fuel and deduct from payment the fuel cost based upon
commercial rates at the nearest point fuel is commercially avail­able.

C16.4.3.3 Direct the Contractor to obtain fuel from commercial sources
at no additional cost to the Govern­ment.

C16.4.5 **Miscellaneous Contractor Costs**. Miscellaneous unforeseeable
costs that cannot be recovered through the contract payment rates and
that are the direct result of ordered services away from the designated
base may be paid at actual costs, when authorized in advance by the COR.
Examples of such items are airport use costs (tie-downs) and truck
permits at ports-of-entry. The Contractor shall support any cost
exceeding \$75.00 with an itemized, paid invoice.

C16.4.6 **Landing Fees at Designated Base**. The Government will pay the
Contractor for all landing fees the Contractor is required to pay. The
Contractor shall support any cost exceeding \$75.00 with an itemized,
paid invoice.

## C16.5 Government Miscellaneous Charges 

The Government will deduct payment for miscellaneous charges for goods
or services furnished to the Contractor.

# 

# C17. BILLING OFFICE AND INVOICE SUBMISSION 

## C17.1 Designated Agency Office and Payment Office

The office identified in Block 18a of the SF 1449 is the office
designated by the contract to first receive and review invoices. This
office is also the office issuing payments. It is the Contractor's
responsibility to submit invoices to the identified office.

# C18 INVOICE SUBMISSIONS

The Contractor may submit invoices every two weeks starting the first
day services begin or upon conclusion of a project. Services provided
must be shown on a daily basis.

# C19 AIRCRAFT USE REPORT

The Contractor, or Contractor\'s representative, and the Government must
complete and sign an Aircraft Use Report, AMD-23 form. Instructions for
proper completion of the Aircraft Use Report are contained in the AMD-23
booklet. The Contractor may use the completed and signed Aircraft Use
Reports as their invoice.

# C20. EXHIBITS TO THIS SECTION

C20.1 Statement of Equivalent Rates for Federal Hires

C20.2 Wage Determination Information

**EXHIBIT**

**Statement of Equivalent Rates for Federal Hires (48 CFR 52.222.42)**

**IS FOR INFORMATION ONLY AND IS REQUIRED TO BE INCLUDED IN THE
SOLICITATION BY THE SERVICE CONTRACT ACT**

**[THIS IS NOT A DEPARTMENT OF LABOR WAGE DETERMINATION]{.underline}**

**(*See following page*)**

Set forth below are wage rates and fringe benefits that would be paid by
the contracting activity for the various classes of service employees
expected to be utilized under the contract if 5 U.S.C. 5332 (General
Schedule-white collar) and/or 5 U.S.C. 5341 (Wage Board-blue collar)
were applicable.

A. [EMPLOYEE CLASS]{.underline} [MONETARY WAGE]{.underline}

Aircraft Pilot, GS-11 \$ 25.34

Fuel Servicing Vehicle Driver

(Truck Driver, WG-5) \$

B. Fringe benefits such as, life, accident and health insurance, and
sick leave, are not less than 5.1 percent of the basic hourly rate.

C. Paid holidays are:

1\. New Year\'s Day 6. Labor Day

2\. Martin Luther King, Jr.\'s Birthday 7. Columbus Day

3\. President\'s Day 8. Veterans Day

4\. Memorial Day 9. Thanksgiving Day

5\. Independence Day 10. Christmas Day

D. The amount of paid vacation time allowed is as follows:

1\. Two (2) hours of annual leave each week for an employee with less
than three (3) years of service.

2.  Three (3) hours of annual leave each week for an employee with
    three (3) but less than fifteen (15) years of service.

> 3\. Four (4) hours of annual leave each week for an employee with
> fifteen (15) or more years of service.

E. The percentage of the basic hourly rate that is contributed by the
contracting agency for retirement is currently 7 to 17.5 percent.

**EXHIBIT**

## 

**DEPARTMENT OF LABOR WAGE DETERMINATION INFORMATION**

This solicitation includes Department of Labor (DOL) wage determinations
as identified below. In order that this solicitation may be accessed
electronically, the following DOL wage determination information has
been extracted from the wage determination(s) listed below and
identifies the occupations of service employees that would typically be
employed on this type of a solicitation. This information should be
considered when submitting an offer. The DOL wage determination
information identified herein will be included in the awarded contract
with complete copies of the wage determinations being provided to the
successful Contractor. ***To receive the wage determinations in their
entirety, please contact the issuing office at 208-433-5026 or submit a
written facsimile request to 208-433-5030.***

**DOL WAGE DETERMINATION NO. 1995-0222, REV. 26 DATED 05/29/08**

Area: Nationwide

Applicable Occupation: Airplane Pilot Minimum Hourly Wage: \$23.62

**DOL WAGE DETERMINATION NO. 1995-0221, REV. 20 DATED 06/19/08**

Area: Western Region: Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana,
Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming

Occupation: Truckdriver, Light \* Minimum Hourly Wage: \$9.88

Truckdriver, Medium \*\* Minimum Hourly Wage: \$15.69

Truckdriver, Heavy \*\*\* Minimum Hourly Wage: \$16.72

As defined in the DOL Service Contract Act Directory of Occupations,
truck drivers are classified by type and rated capacity of truck as
follows:

> \*Straight truck, under 1 ½ tons, usually 4 wheels
>
> \*\*Straight truck, 1 ½ to 4 tons inclusive, usually 6 wheels
>
> \*\*\*Straight truck, over 4 tons, usually 10 wheels

### **FRINGE BENEFITS REQUIRED AND APPLICABLE FOR EACH OCCUPATION IDENTIFIED ABOVE**

### **WD 1995-0222 Rev. 26 and WD 1995-0221 Rev. 20** 

1\. Health & Welfare: \$3.24 per hour or \$129.60 per week or \$561.60
per month

2\. Holidays: Minimum of ten paid holidays per year: New Year's Day,
Martin Luther King Jr's Birthday, Washington's Birthday, Memorial Day,
Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans' Day, Thanksgiving
Day and Christmas Day. (A Contractor may substitute for any of the named
holidays another day off with pay in accordance with a plan communicated
to the employees involved.) (Reg. 29 CFR 4.174)

**WD 1995-0222 Rev. 26**

3\. Vacation: 2 weeks paid vacation after 1 year of service with a
Contractor or successor; 3 weeks after 5 years; 4 weeks after 15 years.
Length of service includes the whole span of continuous service with the
present Contractor or successor, wherever employed, and with the
predecessor Contractors in the performance of similar work at the same
Federal facility. (Reg. 29 CFR 4.173)

**WD 1995-0221 Rev. 20**

3\. Vacation: 2 weeks paid vacation after 1 year of service with the
Contractor or successor; 3 weeks after 10 years; 4 weeks after 15 years.
Length of service includes the whole span of continuous service with the
present Contractor or successor, wherever employed, and with the
predecessor Contractors in the performance of similar work at the same
Federal facility. (Reg. 29 CFR 4.173)

**CONFORMANCE PROCESS -** If the offeror intends to employ a class of
service employee that is not listed above, the offeror should
immediately contact the issuing office of this solicitation and request
a complete copy of the wage determinations. The offeror can then view
the wage determinations in their entirety and if needed can make a
request for authorization of an additional classification and wage rate
through the conformance process as set forth in the wage determinations.

# SECTION D -- INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS

# 

# D1. INTRODUCTION

D1.1 The services of this Request for Proposals (RFP) are being acquired
under the authority of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Part 12,
Acquisition of Commercial Items and FAR Subpart 13.5, Test Program for
Certain Commercial Items.

D1.2 If you wish to compete for the contract described in Sections A
through C of this RFP, you must submit a proposal that includes a signed
and dated offer and other requested information by the time and date
shown on the SF1449.

# D2 INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS\--COMMER­CIAL ITEMS (52.212-1 JUN 2008) \[Tailored SEPT 2005\]

# 

## D2.1 North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code and Small Business Size Standard

## 

The NAICS code and small business size standard for this acquisition is
481212 and 1,500 employees respectively.

## D2.2 Proposals 

To be considered as a prospective Contractor for the requirement
identified in this solicitation, an offeror shall submit a proposal
consisting of a valid offer and the Offeror Capability Information
identified below. Send proposals to:

## 

By mail, hand carried or express delivery service:

> **Department of the Interior**
>
> **Aviation Management**
>
> **300 E. Mallard Drive, Suite 200**
>
> **Boise, Idaho 83706-3991**
>
> **Attn: Solicitation 8008-25**

By facsimile: **208-433-5030**

## D2.3 Offer. Offer shall include:

D2.3.1 SF 1449, Solicitation/Contract/Order for Commercial Items,
completed and signed.

D2.3.2 Solicitation Section A, pricing page completed with unit rates
offered in U.S. whole dollars. The Government will round pricing
submitted with cents up to the next whole dollar. Compute the yearly
estimated total by multiplying the unit prices times the quantities and
enter a total cost. Estimates are for evaluation purposes only.

D2.3.3 A completed copy of the Offeror's Representations and
Certifications included in Section E (see FAR 52.212-3(j) for those
representations and certifications that the offeror shall complete
electronically).

D2.3.4 A completed copy of Offeror's Miscellaneous Information included
in Section E including all applicable licenses and certificates as
applicable.

D2.3.5 Acknowledgment of Solicitation Amend­ments (if any).

D2.3.6 A completed copy of the Aircraft Questionnaire included in
Section E.

D2.3.7 A list of all additional equipment that will be used to support
operations under this contract.

## D2.4 Offeror Capability Information. Offeror shall include:

A completed copy of the Reference Questionnaire included in Section E.
This will be used to evaluate your organizational experience and past
performance.

## D2.5 Late Submissions, Modifications, Revisions, and Withdrawals of Offers

## 

Late Submissions, Modifications, Revisions and Withdrawals of Offers are
subject to the terms of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clause
52.212-1(f), which is incorporated by reference, except that offers may
be withdrawn at any time before award is made.

## D2.6 Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) Number)

# 

*Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) Number.* (Applies to all offers
exceeding \$25,000, and offers of \$25,000 or less if the solicitation
requires the Contractor to be registered in the Central Contractor
Registration (CCR) database. The offeror shall enter, in the block with
its name and address on the cover page of its offer, the annotation
\"DUNS\" or \"DUNS+4\" followed by the DUNS or DUNS+4 number that
identifies the offeror\'s name and address. The DUNS+4 is the DUNS
number plus a 4-character suffix that may be assigned at the discretion
of the offeror to establish additional CCR records for identifying
alternative Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) accounts (see FAR Subpart
32.11) for the same parent concern. If the offeror does not have a DUNS
number, it should contact Dun and Bradstreet directly to obtain one. An
offeror within the United States may contact Dun and Bradstreet by
calling 1-866-705-5711 or via the internet at *http://www.dnb.com*. An
offeror located outside the United States must contact the local Dun and
Bradstreet office for a DUNS number.

## D2.7 Special Notice to Offerors

D2.7.1 **Central Contractor Registration**

Unless exempted by an addendum to this solicitation, by submission of an
offer, the offeror acknowledges the requirement that a prospective
awardee shall be registered in the CCR database prior to award, during
performance and through final payment of any contract resulting from
this solicitation. Failure to register in the CCR database prior to
award may affect your ability to be awarded a contract and the
Contracting Officer may proceed to award to the next otherwise
successful registered Offeror. Offerors may obtain information on
registration and annual confirmation requirements via the internet at
*http://www.ccr.gov* or by calling 1-888-227-2423 or 269-961-5757.

# D3. 52.212-2 EVALUATION\--COMMERCIAL ITEMS (JAN 1999)

The Government will evaluate proposals and select the Contractor based
on (1) offer acceptability, (2) evaluated price, and (3) offeror
capability, as explained below.

## D3.1 Offer Acceptability

The Government must deem offers to be acceptable to consider them
further and will base determinations of offer acceptability on the
following two subfactors:

D3.1.1 [Assent to Solicitation Terms]{.underline}. Your offer must
assent to all terms of this request for proposals and you must provide
all information requested. Your offer will be unacceptable if you take
exception to any term of this solicitation.

D3.1.2 [Minimum Aircraft Requirements.]{.underline} Your offer must
propose an aircraft that meets or exceeds the Minimum Aircraft
Requirements specification in Section A of this solicitation. Your offer
will be unacceptable if you propose an aircraft that fails to meet
**any** of the Minimum Aircraft Requirements specified in Section A of
this solicitation.

D3.1.3 Unacceptable offers will be eliminated without considering
aircraft payload, offeror capability or price.

## D3.2 Evaluated Price 

The Government will use the total estimated price in Section A plus
ferry costs estimated based on the offerors home base and aircraft
cruise speed. Once the evaluated prices of all acceptable offers have
been determined, the Government will compare them and eliminate any
offer with an unreasonably high evaluated price, without considering
aircraft payload or offeror capability. The Government will then perform
a tradeoff analysis, as described below in D3.5 with the remaining
offers.

## D3.4 Offeror Capability

The Government will evaluate your capability based on the following two
subfactors:

D3.4.1 [Organizational Experience]{.underline}. The Government will base
its evaluations of your experience on the extent to which you have
performed services of the kind described in paragraph B1.1 of the
Technical Specifications of this RFP and under similar contract terms.
The more recent your experience, and the broader and deeper, the better
the evaluation you will receive. Only your firm's experience as an
organization will be considered. We will not consider experience more
than three (3) years old.

D3.4.2 [Organizational Past Performance]{.underline}. The Government
will evaluate your past performance in rendering services of the kind
described in paragraph B1.1 of the Technical Specifications of this RFP.
"Past Performance" refers to the quality of your work in the past. Your
past performance will be evaluated on the basis of information obtained
from references and other sources. The Government will give greater
weight to its own experiences with you, if any, than it will give to
reports obtained from others; and it will not consider past performance
more than three years old.

## D3.5 Tradeoff Analysis and Contractor Selection

The Government will select the Contractor by comparing the acceptable
offers on the basis of proposed aircraft payload, offeror capability,
and reasonability of evaluated prices. If one offer is best on all the
factors, then that offer will be selected as being the best value to the
Government. If no offer is best on all the factors, then the Government
will consider the differences among offers and make tradeoffs in order
to determine which offer is the best value. The Government will award
the contract to the offer that has the best combination of aircraft
payload, offeror capability, and evaluated price.

## D3.6 Notice of Award

D3.6.1 The Government will provide the successful Contractor with a
written notice of award, either by mail or other means, upon selection.
This notice shall result in a binding contract without further action by
either party.

# section e -- offeror's representations, certifications and other statements

# 52.212-3 OFFEROR REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS---COMMERCIAL ITEMS (JUN 2008) 

**An offeror shall complete only paragraph (b) of this provision if the
offeror has completed the annual representations and certifications
electronically at [http://orca.bpn.gov](http://orca.bpn.gov/). If an
offeror [has not]{.underline} completed the annual representations and
certifications electronically at the ORCA website, the offeror shall
complete only paragraphs (c) through (m) of this provision.**

\(a\) *Definitions.* As used in this provision-

\"Emerging small business\" means a small business concern whose size is
no greater than 50 percent of the numerical size standard for the NAICS
code des­ignated.

\"Forced or indentured child labor\" means all work or service\--

\(1\) Exacted from any person under the age of 18 under the menace of
any penalty for its nonperformance and for which the worker does not
offer himself voluntarily; or

\(2\) Performed by any person under the age of 18 pursuant to a contract
the enforcement of which can be accomplished by process or penalties.

"Manufactured end product" means any end product in Federal Supply
Classes (FSC) 1000-9999, except-

(1) FSC 5510, Lumber and Related Basic Wood Materials;

(2) Federal Supply Group (FSG) 87, Agricultural Supplies;

(3) FSG 88, Live Animals

(4) FSG 89, Food and Related Consumables;

(5) FSC 9410, Crude Grades of Plant Materials;

(6) FSC 9430, Miscellaneous Crude Animal Products, Inedible;

(7) FSC 9440, Miscellaneous Crude Agricultural and Forestry Products;

(8) FSC 9610, Ores;

(9) FSC 9620, Minerals, Natural and Synthetic; and

(10) FSC 9630, Additive Metal Materials.

> "Place of Manufacture" means the place where an end product is
> assembled out of components, or otherwise made or processed from raw
> materials into the finished product that is to be provided to the
> Government. If a product is disassembled and reassembled, the place of
> reassembly is not the place of manufacture.
>
> "Restricted business operations" means business operations in Sudan
> that include power production activities, mineral extraction
> activities, oil-related activities, or the production of military
> equipment, as those terms are defined in the Sudan Accountability and
> Divestment Act of 2007 (Pub. L. 110-174). Restricted business
> operations do not include business operations that the person
> conducting the business can demonstrate---

(1) Are conducted under contract directly and exclusively with the
    regional government of southern Sudan;

(2) Are conducted pursuant to specific authorization from the Office of
    Foreign Assets Control in the Department of the Treasury, or are
    expressly exempted under Federal law from the requirement to be
    conducted under such authorization;

(3) Consist of providing goods or services to marginalized populations
    of Sudan;

(4) Consist of providing goods or services to an internationally
    recognized peacekeeping force or humanitarian organization;

(5) Consist of providing goods or services that are used only to promote
    health or education; or

(6) Have been voluntarily suspended.

"Service-disabled veteran-owned small business concern"-

(1) Means a small business concern-

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(i) Not less than 51 percent of which is owned by one or more
    service-disabled veterans or, in the case of any publicly owned
    business, not less than 51 percent of the stock of which is owned by
    one or more service-disabled veterans; and

(ii) The management and daily business operations of which are
     controlled by one or more service-disabled veterans or, in the case
     of a service-disabled veteran with permanent and severe disability,
     the spouse or permanent caregiver of such veteran.

\(2\) Service-disabled veteran means a veteran, as defined in 38 U.S.C.
101(2), with a disability that is service connected as defined in 38
U.S.C. 101(16).

\"Small business concern\" means a concern, including its affiliates,
that is independent­ly owned and operat­ed, not dominant in the field of
operation in which it is bidding on Govern­ment contracts, and qualified
as a small busi­ness under the criteria in 13 CFR Part 121 and size
stan­dards in this solicitation.

"Veteran-owned small business concern" means a small business concern-

(1) Not less than 51 of which is owned by one or more veterans (as
    defined by 38 U.S.C. 101(2)) or, in the case of publicly owned
    business, not less than 51 percent of the stock of which is owned by
    one or more veterans; and

(2) The management and daily business operations of which are controlled
    by one or more veterans.

\"Women-owned business concern\" means a concern which is at least 51
per­cent owned by one or more women; or in the case of any publicly owned
busi­ness, at least 51 percent of its stock is owned by one or more
women; and whose manage­ment and daily business operations are controlled
by one or more women.

\"Women-owned small business concern\" means a small business concern\--

\(1\) That is at least 51 percent owned by one or more women or, in the
case of any publicly owned business, at least 51 percent of the stock of
which is owned by one or more women; and

\(1\) Whose management and daily business operations are controlled by
one or more women.

\(b\) *(1) Annual Representations and Certifications*. Any changes
provided by the offeror in paragraph (b)(2) of this provision do not
automatically change the representations and certifications posted on
the Online Representations and Certifications Application (ORCA)
website.

\(2\) The offeror has completed the annual representations and
certifications electronically via the ORCA website at
[http://orca.bpn.gov](http://orca.bpn.gov/). After reviewing the ORCA
database information, the offeror verifies by submission of this offer
that the representations and certifications currently posted
electronically at FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and
Certifications-Commercial Items, have been entered or updated in the
last 12 months, are current, accurate, complete, and applicable to this
solicitation (including the business size standard applicable to the
NAICS code referenced for this solicitation), as of the date of this
offer and are incorporated in this offer by reference (see FAR
[4.1201]{.underline}), except for
paragraphs\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.

*\[Offeror to identify the applicable paragraphs at (c) through (m) of
this provision that the offeror has completed for the purposes of this
solicitation only, if any.*

*These amended representation(s) and/or certification(s) are also
incorporated in this offer and are current, accurate, and complete as of
the date of this offer.*

*Any changes provided by the offeror are applicable to this solicitation
only, and do not result in an update to the representations and
certifications posted on ORCA.\]*

\(c\) Offerors must complete the following representa­tions when the
result­ing contract will be performed in the United States or its
outlying areas. Check all that apply.

\(1\) *Small business concern*. The offeror rep­resents as part of its
offer that it **is** **, is not** a small busi­ness concern.

> *(2) Veteran-owned small business concern.\[Complete*

*only if the offeror represents itself as a small business concern in
paragraph (c)(1) of this provision.\]* The offeror represents as part of
its offer that it **is** **, is not** a veteran-owned small business
concern.

(3) *Service-disabled veteran-owned small business*

*concern. \[Complete* *only if the offeror represents itself as a small
business concern in paragraph (c)(2) of this provision.\]* The offeror
represents as part of its offer that it **is** **, is not** a
service-disabled veteran-owned small business concern.

(4) *Small disadvantaged business concern. \[Complete only if the
    offeror represented itself as a small business concern in paragraph
    (c)(1) of this provision.\]* The offeror represents, for general
    statistical purposes, that it **is** **, is not** a small
    disadvan­taged busi­ness concern as defined in 13 CFR 124.1002.

\(5\) *Women-owned small business concern.* *\[Complete only if the
offeror represented itself as a small business concern in paragraph
(c)(1) of this provision.\]* The offeror represents that it **is** **,
is not** a wom­en-owned small busi­ness concern.

> Note: Complete paragraphs (c)(6) and (c)(7) only if this solicitation
> is expected to exceed the simplified acquisition threshold.

\(6\) *Women-owned business concern.* *(other than small business
concern). \[Complete only if the offeror is a women-owned business
concern and did not represent itself as a small business concern in
paragraph (c)(1) of this provision.\]* The offeror represents that it
**is** a women-owned business concern.

\(7\) *Tie bid priority for labor sur­plus area concerns.* (Not
applicable to this solicita­tion.)

\(8\) *Small Business Size for the Small Busi­ness Com­petitiveness
Demon­stration Program and for the Targeted Industry Categories under the
Small Busi­ness Competitiveness Demonstra­tion Pro­gram.* (Not applicable
to this solicita­tion.)

\(9\) *Complete only if the solicitation contains the clause at FAR
52.219-23, Notice of Price Evaluation Adjustment for Small Disadvantaged
Business Concerns, or FAR 52.219-25, Small Disadvantaged Business
Participation Program-Disadvantaged Status and Reporting, and the
offeror desires a benefit based on its disadvantaged status.\] (*Not
applicable to this solicitation*.)*

\(10\) *HUBZone small business concern*. \[*Complete only if the offeror
represented itself as a small business concern in paragraph (c)(1) of
this provision*.\] The offeror represents as part of its offer that\--

\(i\) it **is** **, is not** a HUBZone small business concern listed, on
the date of this representation, on the List of Qualified HUBZone Small
Business Concerns maintained by the Small Business Administration, and
no material change in ownership and control, principal office, or
HUBZone employee percentage has occurred since it was certified by the
Small Business Administration in accordance with 13 CFR part 126; and

\(ii\) it **is** **, is not** a joint venture that complies with the
requirements of 13 CFR part 126, and the representation in paragraph
(c)(9)(i) of this provision is accurate for the HUBZone small business
concern or concerns that are participating on the joint venture.
**\[*The offeror shall enter the name or names of the HUBZone small
business concern or concerns that are participating in the joint
venture: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_*.\]** Each
HUBZone small business concern participating in the joint venture shall
submit a separate signed copy of the HUBZone representation

\(d\) *Representa­tions re­quired to implement provisions of Executive
Order 11246*\--

\(1\) *Previous Contracts and Compli­ance*. The offeror represents
that\--

\(i\) It **has** **, has not** , participat­ed in a previous contract or
subcontract subject to the Equal Opportunity clause of this
solicita­tion, and

\(ii\) It **has** **, has not** , filed all required compliance reports.

\(2\) Affirmative Action Compliance. The of­feror represents that\--

\(i\) It **has developed and has on file** **, has not developed and
does not have on file** , at each estab­lishment, affir­mative action
programs required by rules and regulations of the Secre­tary of Labor (41
CFR Subparts 60-1 and 60-2), or

\(ii\) It **has not** previously had contracts subject to the written
affirmative action pro­grams requirement of the rules and regulations of
the Secre­tary of Labor.

\(e\) *Certification Regarding Pay­ments to Influ­ence Federal
Transactions* *(31 U.S.C. 1352)*. (Applies only if the contract is
expected to exceed \$100,000.) By submission of its offer, the offeror
certifies to the best of its knowledge and belief that no Federal
appropri­ated funds have been paid or will be paid to any per­son for
influencing or attempting to influ­ence an officer or employee of any
agen­cy, a Member of Con­gress, an officer or em­ployee of Congress or an
employee of a Mem­ber of Congress on his or her behalf in connec­tion with
the award of any resul­tant contract. If any registrants under the
Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 have made a lobbying contact on behalf
of the offeror with respect to this contract, the offeror shall complete
and submit, with its offer, OMB Standard Form LLL, Disclosure of
Lobbying Activities, to provide the name of the registrants. The offeror
need not report regularly employed officers or employees of the offeror
to whom payments of reasonable compensation were made.

\(f\) *Buy American Act Certificate*. (Not applicable to this
solicita­tion.)

\(g\) *Buy American Act - Free Trade Agreements - Israeli Trade Act
Certificate.* (Not applicable to this solicitation.)

\(h\) *Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension or Ineligibility
for Award (Executive Order 12689*). (Applies only if the contract value
is expected to exceed the simplified acquisition threshold.) The offeror
certifies, to the best of its knowledge and belief, that the offeror
and/or any of its principals\--

\(1\) **Are** **, are not** presently debarred, suspended, proposed for
debarment, or declared ineligible for the award of contracts by any
Federal agency; and

\(2\) **Have** **, have not** , within a three-year period preceding
this offer, been convicted of or had a civil judgment rendered against
them for: Commission of fraud or a criminal offense in connection with
obtaining, attempting to obtain, or performing a Federal, state or local
government contract or subcontract; violation of Federal or state
antitrust statutes relating to the submission of offers; or Commission
of embezzlement, theft, forgery, bribery, falsification or destruction
of records, making false statements, tax evasion, or receiving stolen
property; and

\(3\) **Are** **, are not** presently indicted for, or otherwise
criminally or civilly charged by a government entity with, commission of
any of these offenses.

\(4\) **Have** **, have not** presently, within a three-year period
preceding this offer, been notified of any delinquent Federal taxes in
an amount that exceeds \$3,000 for which the liability remains
unsatisfied.

\(i\) Taxes are considered delinquent if both of the following criteria
apply:

\(A\) *The tax liability is finally determined*. The liability is
finally determined if it has been assessed. A liability is not finally
determined if there is a pending administrative or judicial challenge.
In the case of a judicial challenge to the liability, the liability is
not finally determined until all judicial appeal rights have been
exhausted.

\(B\) *The taxpayer is delinquent in making payment*. A taxpayer is
delinquent if the taxpayer has failed to pay the tax liability when full
payment was due and required. A taxpayer is not delinquent in cases
where enforced collection action is precluded.

\(ii\) *Examples*.

\(A\) The taxpayer has received a statutory notice of deficiency, under
I.R.C. §6212, which entitles the taxpayer to seek Tax Court review of a
proposed tax deficiency. This is not a delinquent tax because it is not
a final tax liability. Should the taxpayer seek Tax Court review, this
will not be a final tax liability until the taxpayer has exercised all
judicial appeal rights.

\(B\) The IRS has filed a notice of Federal tax lien with respect to an
assessed tax liability, and the taxpayer has been issued a notice under
I.R.C. §6320 entitling the taxpayer to request a hearing with the IRS
Office of Appeals contesting the lien filing, and to further appeal to
the Tax Court if the IRS determines to sustain the lien filing. In the
course of the hearing, the taxpayer is entitled to contest the
underlying tax liability because the taxpayer has had no prior
opportunity to contest the liability. This is not a delinquent tax
because it is not a final tax liability. Should the taxpayer seek tax
court review, this will not be a final tax liability until the taxpayer
has exercised all judicial appeal rights.

\(C\) The taxpayer has entered into an installment agreement pursuant to
I.R.C. §6159. The taxpayer is making timely payments and is in full
compliance with the agreement terms. The taxpayer is not delinquent
because the taxpayer is not currently required to make full payment.

\(D\) The taxpayer has filed for bankruptcy protection. The taxpayer is
not delinquent because enforced collection action is stayed under 11
U.S.C. §362 (the Bankruptcy Code).

\(i\) *Certification Regarding Knowledge of Child Labor for Listed End
Products (Executive Order 13126*). (Not applicable to this solicitation)

\(j\) *Place of manufacture*. (Does not apply unless the solicitation is
predominantly for the acquisition of manufactured end products.) For
statistical purposes only, the offeror shall indicate whether the place
of manufacture of the end products it expects to provide in response to
this solicitation is predominantly-

\(1\) In the United States (Check this box if the total anticipated
price of offered end products manufactured in the United States exceeds
the total anticipated price of offered end products manufactured outside
the United States); or

\(2\) Outside the United States.

\(k\) *Certificates regarding exemptions from the application of the
Service Contract Act.* (Certification by the offeror as to its
compliance with respect to the contract also constitutes its
certification as to compliance by its subcontractor if it subcontracts
out the exempt services.) \[The contracting officer is to check a box to
indicate [if]{.underline} paragraph (k)(1) or (k)(2) applies.\]

\[ \] (1) Maintenance, calibration, or repair of certain equipment as
described in FAR 22.1003-4(c)(1). The offeror d**oes** **, does not**
certify that --

\(i\) The items of equipment to be serviced under this contract are used
regularly for other than Governmental purposes and are sold or traded by
the offeror in substantial quantities to the general public in the
course of normal business operations;

\(ii\) The services will be furnished at prices which are, or are based
on, established catalog or market prices (see FAR 22.1003-4(c)(2)(ii))
for the maintenance, calibration, or repair of such equipment; and

\(iii\) The compensation (wage and fringe benefits) plan for all service
employees performing work under the contract will be the same as that
used for these employees and equivalent employees servicing the same
equipment of commercial customers.

\[ \] (2) Certain services as described in FAR 22.1003-4(d)(1). The
offeror **does** **, does not** certify that --

\(i\) The services under the contract are offered and sold regularly to
non-Governmental customers, and are provided by the offeror (or
subcontractor in the case of an exempt subcontract) to the general
public in substantial quantities in the course of normal business
operations;

\(ii\) The contract services will be furnished at prices that are, or
are based on, established catalog or market prices (see FAR
22.1003-4(d)(2)(iii));

\(iii\) Each service employee who will perform the services under the
contract will spend only a small portion of his or her time (a monthly
average of less than 20 percent of the available hours on an annualized
basis, or less than 20 percent of available hours during the contract
period if the contract period is less than a month) servicing the
Government contract; and

\(iv\) The compensation (wage and fringe benefits) plan for all service
employees performing work under the contract is the same as that used
for these employees and equivalent employees servicing commercial
customer.

\(3\) If paragraph (k)(1) or (k)(2) of this clause applies-

\(i\) If the offeror does not certify to the conditions in paragraph
(k)(1) or (k)(2) and the Contracting Officer did not attach a Service
Contract Act wage determination to the solicitation, the offeror shall
notify the Contracting Officer as soon as possible; and

\(ii\) The Contracting Officer may not make an award to the offeror if
the offeror fails to execute the certification in paragraph (k)(1) or
(k)(2) of this clause or to contact the Contracting Officer as required
in paragraph (k)(3)(i) of this clause.

\(l\) *Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) (26 U.S.C. 6109, 31 U.S.C.
7701).* (Not applicable if the offeror is required to provide this
information to a central contractor registration database to be eligible
for award.)

\(1\) All offerors must submit the information required in paragraphs
(l)(3) through (l)(5) of this provision to comply with debt collection
requirements of 31 U.S.C. 7701(c) and 3325(d), reporting requirements of
26 U.S.C 6041, 6041A, and 6050M, and implementing regulations issued by
the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).

\(2\) The TIN may be used by the Government to collect and report on any
delinquent amounts arising out of the offeror\'s relationship with the
Government (31 U.S.C. 7701(c)(3)). If the resulting contract is subject
to the payment reporting requirements described in FAR 4.904, the TIN
provided hereunder may be matched with IRS records to verify the
accuracy of the offeror\'s TIN.

*(3) Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN)*.

TIN: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.

TIN has been applied for.

TIN is not required because:

Offeror is a nonresident alien, foreign corporation, or foreign
part­nership that does not have income effectively connected with the
conduct of a trade or business in the United States and does not have an
office or place of business or a fiscal paying agent in the United
States;

Offeror is an agency or instrumentality of a foreign government;

Offeror is an agency or instrumentality of a Federal Govern­ment.

*(4) Type of Organization*

Sole proprietorship;

Partnership;

Corporate entity (not tax-exempt);

Corporate entity (tax-exempt);

Government entity (Federal, State, or local);

Foreign Government;

International organization per 26 CFR

1.6049-4;

Other \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.

(5)Common Parent.

Offeror is not owned or con­trolled by a common parent;

Name and TIN of common par­ent:

Name\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

TIN\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

*(m) Restricted business operations in Sudan*. By submission of its
offer, the offeror certifies that it does not conduct any restricted
business operations in Sudan.

OFFEROR NAME
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

# SECTION E EXHIBITS 

#### OFFEROR'S MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION

#### 

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**AIRCRAFT QUESTIONNAIRE**

You may recreate this form but it must include all the information
listed

This Questionnaire completely and accurately completed will be used to
determine your aircraft payload capability.

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| > Require  |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| ments]{.un |              |   |   |              |           |      |
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| > \--Turb  |              |   |   |              |           |      |
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| > powered. |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| >          |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| > \        |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| --Aircraft |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| > External |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| > HOGE     |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| > Payload  |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| > of 2000  |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| > pounds @ |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| > 1100     |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| > feet     |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| > pressure |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| > altitude |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| > at 80    |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| > degrees  |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| >          |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| Fahrenheit |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| > with a   |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| > total    |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| > fuel     |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| > load for |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| > 1 hour   |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| > flight.  |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| >          |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| > \        |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| --Approved |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| > per FAR  |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| > 133      |              |   |   |              |           |      |
+------------+--------------+---+---+--------------+-----------+------+
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| Make and   |              |   | * |              | \#**      |      |
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+------------+--------------+---+---+--------------+-----------+------+
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|            |              |   | w |              |           |      |
|            |              |   | ) |              |           |      |
+------------+--------------+---+---+--------------+-----------+------+
| *          |              |   |   | **Equipment  |           |      |
| *Currently |              |   |   | to be Added  |           |      |
| Installed  |              |   |   | to Meet the  |           |      |
| Aircraft   |              |   |   | Aircraft     |           |      |
| Equipment  |              |   |   | Sp           |           |      |
| to be      |              |   |   | ecifications |           |      |
| Removed to |              |   |   | Requirements |           |      |
| Achieve My |              |   |   | *(If none,   |           |      |
| Proposed   |              |   |   | indicate     |           |      |
| Payload    |              |   |   | NONE         |           |      |
| Below *(If |              |   |   | below)***    |           |      |
| none,      |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| indicate   |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| NONE       |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| below)***  |              |   |   |              |           |      |
+------------+--------------+---+---+--------------+-----------+------+
| *          |              | * |   | **EQUIPMENT  |           | **   |
| *EQUIPMENT |              | * |   | ITEM**       |           | WEIG |
| ITEM**     |              | W |   |              |           | HT** |
|            |              | E |   |              |           |      |
|            |              | I |   |              |           |      |
|            |              | G |   |              |           |      |
|            |              | H |   |              |           |      |
|            |              | T |   |              |           |      |
|            |              | * |   |              |           |      |
|            |              | * |   |              |           |      |
+------------+--------------+---+---+--------------+-----------+------+
|            |              |   |   |              |           |      |
+------------+--------------+---+---+--------------+-----------+------+
|            |              |   |   |              |           |      |
+------------+--------------+---+---+--------------+-----------+------+
|            |              |   |   |              |           |      |
+------------+--------------+---+---+--------------+-----------+------+
|            |              |   |   |              |           |      |
+------------+--------------+---+---+--------------+-----------+------+
| **ENTER    |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| YOUR       |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| PROPOSED   |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| HOGE       |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| AIRCRAFT   |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| PAYLOAD    |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| (**The     |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| aircraft   |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| make,      |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| model and  |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| HOGE       |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| payload    |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| that we    |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| confirm    |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| with you   |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| will be    |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| made a     |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| part of    |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| your offer |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| and will   |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| be binding |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| if your    |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| offer is   |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| accepted   |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| for        |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| a          |              |   |   |              |           |      |
| ward**.)** |              |   |   |              |           |      |
+------------+--------------+---+---+--------------+-----------+------+

1.  **1. By signing below, I acknowledge that I have included the
    aircraft's**

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(1) Latest aircraft weight and balance report,

(2) Aircraft equipment list

(3) Aircraft appropriate hover ceiling charts used to arrive at the
    above payload.

***Failure to include the above information may effect the evaluation
you receive for your aircraft.***

2\. By signing below, I certify to the best of my knowledge that the
above aircraft information is accurate.

  ------------------------------------------------ ----------------------
  Name and Signature of Representative Completing  Date
  this Form                                        

  OFFEROR'S NAME                                   
  ------------------------------------------------ ----------------------

**REFERENCE QUESTIONNAIRE**

**Include recent (not more than 3 years old) experience of the kind
described in paragraph B1.1 of the specifications.**

+------------------+------------+---+-------+---+-----+----------------+
| OFFEROR NAME:    |            |   |       |   | D   |                |
|                  |            |   |       |   | ATE |                |
+------------------+------------+---+-------+---+-----+----------------+
| Primary Type of  |            |   |       |   |     |                |
| Work Done:       |            |   |       |   |     |                |
+------------------+------------+---+-------+---+-----+----------------+
|                  |            |   |       |   |     |                |
+------------------+------------+---+-------+---+-----+----------------+
| Location of Work |            |   |       | A |     |                |
| Done:            |            |   |       | / |     |                |
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|                  |            |   |       | d |     |                |
|                  |            |   |       | : |     |                |
+------------------+------------+---+-------+---+-----+----------------+
| Contract #:      | Exclusive  | U |       |   |     | > CHECK ALL    |
|                  | Use        | s |       |   |     | > THAT APPLY   |
| None             |            | e |       |   |     |                |
|                  | Call When  | D |       |   |     | 2007 2006 2005 |
|                  | Needed     | a |       |   |     |                |
|                  |            | t |       |   |     |                |
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|                  |            | : |       |   |     |                |
|                  |            | T |       |   |     |                |
|                  |            | O |       |   |     |                |
+------------------+------------+---+-------+---+-----+----------------+
| Est. Annual      | Estimated  |   | C     |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | lient |   |     |                |
| Value of Work:   | Flight     |   | Name/ |   |     |                |
|                  | Hours:     |   |       |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | Point |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | of    |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | Con   |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | tact: |   |     |                |
+------------------+------------+---+-------+---+-----+----------------+
| Client Telephone |            |   | C     |   |     |                |
| #:               |            |   | lient |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | Facs  |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | imile |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | #:    |   |     |                |
+------------------+------------+---+-------+---+-----+----------------+
| Primary Type of  |            |   |       |   |     |                |
| Work Done:       |            |   |       |   |     |                |
+------------------+------------+---+-------+---+-----+----------------+
|                  |            |   |       |   |     |                |
+------------------+------------+---+-------+---+-----+----------------+
| Location of Work |            |   |       | A |     |                |
| Done:            |            |   |       | / |     |                |
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|                  |            |   |       | d |     |                |
|                  |            |   |       | : |     |                |
+------------------+------------+---+-------+---+-----+----------------+
| Contract #:      | Exclusive  | U |       |   |     | > CHECK ALL    |
|                  | Use        | s |       |   |     | > THAT APPLY   |
| None             |            | e |       |   |     |                |
|                  | Call When  | D |       |   |     | 2007 2006 2005 |
|                  | Needed     | a |       |   |     |                |
|                  |            | t |       |   |     |                |
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|                  |            | T |       |   |     |                |
|                  |            | O |       |   |     |                |
+------------------+------------+---+-------+---+-----+----------------+
| Est. Annual      | Estimated  |   | C     |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | lient |   |     |                |
| Value of Work:   | Flight     |   | Name/ |   |     |                |
|                  | Hours:     |   |       |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | Point |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | of    |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | Con   |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | tact: |   |     |                |
+------------------+------------+---+-------+---+-----+----------------+
| Client Telephone |            |   | C     |   |     |                |
| #:               |            |   | lient |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | Facs  |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | imile |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | #:    |   |     |                |
+------------------+------------+---+-------+---+-----+----------------+
| Primary Type of  |            |   |       |   |     |                |
| Work Done:       |            |   |       |   |     |                |
+------------------+------------+---+-------+---+-----+----------------+
|                  |            |   |       |   |     |                |
+------------------+------------+---+-------+---+-----+----------------+
| Location of Work |            |   |       | A |     |                |
| Done:            |            |   |       | / |     |                |
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|                  |            |   |       | d |     |                |
|                  |            |   |       | : |     |                |
+------------------+------------+---+-------+---+-----+----------------+
| Contract #:      | Exclusive  | U |       |   |     | > CHECK ALL    |
|                  | Use        | s |       |   |     | > THAT APPLY   |
| None             |            | e |       |   |     |                |
|                  | Call When  | D |       |   |     | 2007 2006 2005 |
|                  | Needed     | a |       |   |     |                |
|                  |            | t |       |   |     |                |
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|                  |            | : |       |   |     |                |
|                  |            | T |       |   |     |                |
|                  |            | O |       |   |     |                |
+------------------+------------+---+-------+---+-----+----------------+
| Est. Annual      | Estimated  |   | C     |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | lient |   |     |                |
| Value of Work:   | Flight     |   | Name/ |   |     |                |
|                  | Hours:     |   |       |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | Point |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | of    |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | Con   |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | tact: |   |     |                |
+------------------+------------+---+-------+---+-----+----------------+
| Client Telephone |            |   | C     |   |     |                |
| #:               |            |   | lient |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | Facs  |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | imile |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | #:    |   |     |                |
+------------------+------------+---+-------+---+-----+----------------+
| Primary Type of  |            |   |       |   |     |                |
| Work Done:       |            |   |       |   |     |                |
+------------------+------------+---+-------+---+-----+----------------+
|                  |            |   |       |   |     |                |
+------------------+------------+---+-------+---+-----+----------------+
| Location of Work |            |   |       | A |     |                |
| Done:            |            |   |       | / |     |                |
|                  |            |   |       | C |     |                |
|                  |            |   |       | M |     |                |
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|                  |            |   |       | : |     |                |
+------------------+------------+---+-------+---+-----+----------------+
| Contract #:      | Exclusive  | U |       |   |     | > CHECK ALL    |
|                  | Use        | s |       |   |     | > THAT APPLY   |
| None             |            | e |       |   |     |                |
|                  | Call When  | D |       |   |     | 2007 2006 2005 |
|                  | Needed     | a |       |   |     |                |
|                  |            | t |       |   |     |                |
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|                  |            | : |       |   |     |                |
|                  |            | T |       |   |     |                |
|                  |            | O |       |   |     |                |
+------------------+------------+---+-------+---+-----+----------------+
| Est. Annual      | Estimated  |   | C     |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | lient |   |     |                |
| Value of Work:   | Flight     |   | Name/ |   |     |                |
|                  | Hours:     |   |       |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | Point |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | of    |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | Con   |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | tact: |   |     |                |
+------------------+------------+---+-------+---+-----+----------------+
| Client Telephone |            |   | C     |   |     |                |
| #:               |            |   | lient |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | Facs  |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | imile |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | #:    |   |     |                |
+------------------+------------+---+-------+---+-----+----------------+
| Primary Type of  |            |   |       |   |     |                |
| Work Done:       |            |   |       |   |     |                |
+------------------+------------+---+-------+---+-----+----------------+
|                  |            |   |       |   |     |                |
+------------------+------------+---+-------+---+-----+----------------+
| Location of Work |            |   |       | A |     |                |
| Done:            |            |   |       | / |     |                |
|                  |            |   |       | C |     |                |
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|                  |            |   |       | : |     |                |
+------------------+------------+---+-------+---+-----+----------------+
| Contract #:      | Exclusive  | U |       |   |     | > CHECK ALL    |
|                  | Use        | s |       |   |     | > THAT APPLY   |
| None             |            | e |       |   |     |                |
|                  | Call When  | D |       |   |     | 2007 2006 2005 |
|                  | Needed     | a |       |   |     |                |
|                  |            | t |       |   |     |                |
|                  |            | e |       |   |     |                |
|                  |            | s |       |   |     |                |
|                  |            | : |       |   |     |                |
|                  |            | T |       |   |     |                |
|                  |            | O |       |   |     |                |
+------------------+------------+---+-------+---+-----+----------------+
| Est. Annual      | Estimated  |   | C     |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | lient |   |     |                |
| Value of Work:   | Flight     |   | Name/ |   |     |                |
|                  | Hours:     |   |       |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | Point |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | of    |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | Con   |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | tact: |   |     |                |
+------------------+------------+---+-------+---+-----+----------------+
| Client Telephone |            |   | C     |   |     |                |
| #:               |            |   | lient |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | Facs  |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | imile |   |     |                |
|                  |            |   | #:    |   |     |                |
+------------------+------------+---+-------+---+-----+----------------+