Justification for the Overhaul/Upgrade of the Common Hydro Mechanical Unit
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Army, specifically W6QK ACC-RSA, has posted a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition for the overhaul/upgrade of the Common Hydro Mechanical Unit (CHMU) for UH60/AH64 aircraft. This notice formally justifies a sole-source procurement, identifying Woodward, Inc. as the only approved source for this Critical Safety Item (CSI).
Scope of Work
This requirement involves the overhaul and upgrade of the Common Hydro Mechanical Unit (CHMU). The selected contractor will be responsible for furnishing all necessary services, facilities, labor, parts, materials, equipment, tools, and data required for the inspection and overhaul/upgrade process. The CHMU is designated as a Critical Safety Item (CSI), necessitating a source approved by the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command, Aviation and Missile Center Systems Readiness Directorate (SRD).
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Single-award Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), five-year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Maintenance and Overhaul (M&O) contract.
- Period of Performance: Five years after contract award.
- Product Service Code: 2915 (Engine Fuel System Components, Aircraft And Missile Prime Movers)
- Published Date: May 8, 2026
Evaluation & Justification
This is a justification for other than full and open competition, citing FAR Part 6 and statutory authorities 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(5) and Public Law No. 108-136. Market research, including a Sources Sought announcement on SAM.gov from October 10-25, 2024, yielded no responses. Woodward, Inc. is the sole SRD-approved contractor for this CSI. While proposals will be considered, effective competition is not anticipated. The acquisition is expected to be synopsized on SAM.gov around January 1, 2025.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This is a sole-source justification due to the CHMU's Critical Safety Item (CSI) designation, requiring an SRD-approved source. Subcontracting plans are required for large businesses with contracts exceeding $750,000, in accordance with FAR 19.702 and FAR 19.704. Certified cost or pricing data will not be required as the acquisition is considered commercial.
Additional Notes
Potential Foreign Military Sales (FMS) customers include Egypt, Bahrain, Korea, Netherlands, Kuwait, and Greece. Previous acquisitions for the CHMU have also been sole-source.