A -- A- V-22 Trade Studies

The Naval Air Systems Command in Patuxent River, Maryland plans to negotiate a Time and Materials order under the Basic Ordering Agreement N00019-07-G-0008 with the Bell-Boeing Joint Program Office located in Amarillo, Texas. This sole-source contract focuses on conducting trade study analyses aimed at risk mitigation and addressing new and emerging requirements for the V-22 Tilt-Rotor Aircraft. Key areas of examination include improving reliability and maintainability, mitigating the risk of parts obsolescence, and exploring the feasibility of cost reduction initiatives. The scope of work also encompasses program planning, engineering analysis, defining and analyzing alternatives, engineering design, and preparation of support documentation. Bell-Boeing, as the exclusive designer, developer, and manufacturer of the V-22, holds the unique technical and engineering data necessary to complete these studies within the required timeframe. The contract is classified under the North American Industry Classification System code 541330, which pertains to Engineering Services. Points of contact for this procurement include Heather Klasmeyer and Mark R. Krukar, both contract specialists with the Naval Air Systems Command. This effort supports the Department of Defense’s objective to enhance the performance and cost-effectiveness of the V-22 aircraft through specialized and informed engineering evaluations.