F-16 Static Display Renovation

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT F-16 Static Display Aircraft Structural Repair, Mounting on Plinths and Paint Restoration 8 May 2026 1. Purpose: It is the government’s intent for the contractor to perform a complete structural assessment, repairs, mounting the aircraft on plinths and restoration/reapplication of paints through standard industry practices and applicable technical data. When complete, the Texas Air National Guard F-16A static aircraft displays should resemble the workmanship and quality found on similar aircraft on other installations. 2. Scope: The contractor shall furnish all labor, parts, tools, paint, equipment, appliances, transportation and materials necessary to refurbish the 147th Attack Wing Static Displays. All work shall be performed in accordance with this Performance Work Statement (PWS). All work shall also be performed in accordance with international, federal, state, and local building codes, as well as applicable Air National Guard Engineering Technical Letters (ANGETL) and Technical Orders (TO). 3. Period and Place of Performance: 3.1. The contractor shall perform all work on the aircraft at Ellington Field Joint Reserve Base (EFJRB) in Houston, Texas. 3.2. Contractor shall coordinate material ordering and delivery schedule so that all work is completed no later than sixty (120) calendar days after receipt of order (ARO). This includes site clean-up and submission of letter of guarantee. 4. Background: The 147th Attack Wing is responsible for the care and upkeep of four static display aircraft that are on loan from the National Museum of the United States Air Force (NMUSAF). These displays were last painted in 2006 and overdue for maintenance (cleaning, repair, and painting). 5. Performance Objectives: The contractor shall provide the following results: 5.1. Inspect the airframe and aircraft structures for corrosion, damage, water intrusion or conditions that would render an attempt at lifting or jacking the aircraft as unsafe. Provide a copy of this inspection to the contracting officer for review. 5.2. Fabricate plinths for each aircraft to support the weight of the airframe and lift the tires approximately two inches off the ground. 5.3. Lift or jack the aircraft to place on plinths, attach tethers. (See Figure 1). 5.4. Replace aircraft tires that are deteriorating. -- 1 of 11 -- 5.5. Evaluate and repair security devices on all canopies, hatches, and panels on the aircraft. 5.6. Evaluate and repair all bird proofing measures (screening, plugging or covering vents, nozzles, wheel wells, intakes, air scoops and exhausts). 5.7. Secure retractable landing gears and doors on all aerospace vehicles that are in the down position with positive locking devices. 5.8. Encase the left and right horizontal stabilizer in sheet metal to prevent the further delamination of the carbon fiber. 5.9. Inspect and document surface for flaws (paint deterioration, corrosion, and dents) and provide a copy of the inspection to the contracting officer for review. 5.10. Prepare surface area for painting by removing paint, corrosion and repairing dents (including scratches and penetrations). 5.11. Prime all surface areas with yellow epoxy corrosion resistant MIL-PRF-23377 Type 1 Class N (non-chromate) primer with the following NSN: 8010-01-555-3386 and 8010-01-555-3381. 5.12. Apply non-chromate automotive topcoat paint to properly prepared surface, ensuring a smooth appearance. The contractor shall apply the topcoat using a method that is consistent with those found in the aircraft and/or aircraft restoration industry. 5.13. Apply all final details (stripes, decals, etc…) to return aircraft to historically accurate condition. The contractor shall coordinate paint scheme and final details with contracting officer’s representative prior to application. 5.14. Apply ultra-violet clear coat protective sealant to entire aircraft. 5.15. Clean and prepare aircraft and jobsite for final inspection. The contractor shall properly dispose of all waste materials off-installation in accordance with city, county, state, and federal guidelines/codes. 6. Deliverables: The contractor shall provide the following: 6.1. Provide a letter of guarantee that warrants materials and workmanship for one year after completion. 6.2. Provide any additional manufacturer warranties. 7. Operating Constraints: The contractor shall be subject to the following constraints: 7.1. Inspection Requirements: The contractor shall request a government inspection before proceeding to each phase of restoration process (All performance objectives 5.1-5.15) 7.2 Security Requirements: The contract administrator shall complete a 147 ATKW Form 17 “visitor/contractor pass application” for each employee of the contractor -- 2 of 11 -- requiring access to Ellington Field JRB. The requests shall be submitted to 147 SFS Visitor Control Center (VCC) (Bldg #1035, 147 SFS). Hours of operation are from 0700 to 1600, Monday through Friday. 7.2.1 Access and General Protection/Security Policy and Procedures. This standard language is for contractor employees with an area of performance within Government controlled installation, facility, or area. The contractor shall comply with all applicable installation/facility access and local security policies and procedures, which may be obtained from the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). The contractor shall also provide all information required for background checks to meet installation access requirements to be accomplished by the local installation’s Security Forces, Director of Emergency Services or local Security Office. The contractor shall ensure compliance with all personal identity verification requirements as directed by DoD, HAF and/or local policy. Should the Force Protection Condition (FPCON) change, the Government may require changes in contractor security matters or processes. 7.2.2 For Contractors that do not require CAC but require access to a DoD Facility…