Yes, other air frames would be acceptable, Robinson R66 turbine and Bell 206 Long Ranger have been used previously and meet most mission requirements.

Yes, CBP is aware that a BPA is contemplated and not an individual/Exclusive use contract. Fuel-related questions: • Ferry time rates include fuel use in transit • Mission flights rate does not include fuel costs as these may vary depending on amount of weight being transported (equipment/personnel), as well as meteorological factors that affect fuel consumption (i.e. headwinds); hence Item 5.

Yes, it is understood that to complete the mission needs CBP needs the contractor to preform FAA Part 135 and FAA Part 133 and follow FAA rules and regulations. The need is to have an airframe that is certified as well as the pilot for Part 135; as well as, Rotorcraft External Load Operator certificate for Class B authorization with OpSpecs designating aircraft AND pilot for Part 133 flights. Misson requirements may include FAA Part 135 and FAA Part 133 in the course of the same day. Misson example: Site generator Liquid propane refuel and side maintenance/repair activities to be completed (Time frame: one day/6 hours on site.) Need on site: Four personnel, tools, material, and five round trips for LP tank swap.

1. Can you verify this is the address: Houlton Border Patrol Station, 591 North Street, Houlton, Maine 04730. Above address is Houlton BP stations address. The Houlton OIT Shops address is 68 Bangor Street Houlton, Maine 04730 2. They are asking in the SOW for 24/7 operations, will that require NVG support? Daylight operations is all that is required for our mission 3. What aircraft have they used in the past? 407, Jet ranger, Long ranger, A star, Huey, Robinson R44 and R66. 4. We would propose a AS350B3. This should be an acceptable airframe to transport external loads of Empty and full Propane tanks, microwave dishes, Generators, building materials, tools and equipment. 5. How many Flight hours? A typical day typically requires of 4-6 hours mission dependent 6.Start date is 9/30