Pre-Solicitation Synopsis for the Overhaul of the Main Rotor Blade for the UH-60 Black Hawk
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
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 is issuing a Pre-Solicitation Synopsis for the Overhaul of Main Rotor Blades for the UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter. This effort requires contractors to furnish all necessary services, labor, parts, and equipment. The requirement is for an estimated quantity range of 60 to 216 units, including Foreign Military Sales (FMS) quantities. This is a Critical Safety Item (CSI), meaning only Systems Readiness Directorate (SRD) approved sources can perform the overhaul. Interested parties, especially those not currently approved, are encouraged to seek Source Approval Requests (SAR).
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for the complete overhaul of Main Rotor Blades for the UH-60 Black Hawk, specifically for NSN 1615-01-106-1903 (P/N 70150-09100-043). This includes:
- Providing all services, facilities, labor, parts, materials, equipment, tools, and data.
- Overhauling assets to meet specified standards, including DMWR 1-1615-281 (revision date 2/28/2023).
- Adhering to requirements for Critical Safety Items (CSI) as defined by DFARS 209.270-2.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Pre-Solicitation Synopsis (future procurement will follow FAR Part 15)
- Estimated Quantity: Minimum 60 each – Maximum 216 each (includes 36 FMS)
- NAICS: 336413 (Aircraft Manufacturing), Size Standard: 1,250 employees
- Set-Aside: None specified (open competition, but small business capabilities are requested)
- Response Due: May 13, 2026
- Published: April 28, 2026
- Place of Performance: Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898
Key Requirements & Actions
- Approved Sources: Overhaul must be performed by an SRD-approved source. Current known approved sources include Sikorsky, International Aviation Composites, Aviation Blade Services, Overhaul Support Services, Advance Composite Structures Florida, and Israel Aerospace Industries – Bedek, Accessories Mata.
- Source Approval Requests (SAR): Contractors not currently approved are strongly encouraged to submit SAR documentation or questions to
usarmy.redstone.ccdc-avmc.mbx.ed-sar@army.mil. - Solicitation Request: Future solicitation requests must be sent via email to
andrew.e.cameron.civ@army.mil. - Proposal Submission: Proposals will be accepted via email only; no fax or hard copies.
- Funding: This requirement is currently unfunded; award is contingent upon receipt of sufficient funds.
- Contact: Andrew E. Cameron (
andrew.e.cameron.civ@army.mil) or Lindy L. Pinchon (lindy.l.pinchon@army.mil).