DRIVE ASSEMBLY

This pre-solicitation notice, identified by solicitation number SPE4A723R0413, announces a requirement for drive assemblies supporting the 40A H-60 helicopter. The procurement is classified under NAICS 336411 for Aircraft Manufacturing and PSC 1615 for Helicopter Rotor Blades, Drive Mechanisms and Components. This acquisition is designated as a 100% Small Business Set-Aside (SBA) and will be conducted as a full and open competition after the exclusion of sources. The government has identified Master Research & Mfg Inc. (CAGE 9U245) and Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. (CAGE 78286) as potential sources for these components.

The resulting contract will be a five-year Indefinite Quantity Contract with an estimated annual quantity of 1,000 units. The performance period involves a 60-month term, with a delivery schedule of 266 days after fatigue analysis approval. Because these are Air Force and Navy Critical Safety Items (CSI), the procurement requires both Government First Article Testing (FAT) and Government Production Lot Testing (PLT). The drive assemblies are subject to export and configuration controls, and the government will furnish available drawings and specifications to interested parties.

Proposals are due by April 3, 2023, following an anticipated solicitation issue date of March 3, 2023. Contract award decisions will incorporate price, past performance via the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS), and other evaluation factors. Delivery terms are FOB Origin, with inspection and acceptance also occurring at the origin. Written proposals must be submitted via fax to Renee Griffin, the primary point of contact for this requirement.