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This Government Contract opportunity from Department Of Defense was posted on August 15, 2019. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Desiccant Breather

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PMA-276H1MRGBDESSICCANTBREATHERFederal

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The Naval Air Systems Command intends to award a firm fixed price, sole source contract to Bell Inc. for the development and installation of a desiccant breather solution. This effort is specifically designed to mitigate excessive corrosion within the Main Rotor Gear Box caused by water and moisture intrusion in H-1 aircraft. Under the statutory authority of 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) and FAR 6.302-1, Bell Inc. has been identified as the only source possessing the necessary technical data, knowledge, and capability to implement this solution without requiring significant modifications to the aircraft. Managed by the Naval Air Warfare Center Air Division, this requirement aligns with broader support for the H-1 Helicopter program, including AH-1W and UH-1Y aircraft and simulators. The scope of work encompasses the design and manufacture of change kits, the creation of technical documentation, engineering studies, and logistics support. This procurement leverages Bell's position as the original designer and manufacturer to ensure technical compatibility and operational efficiency.

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Contract Value

$148,931

NAICS

336411 - Aircraft Manufacturing

Place of Performance

MD

Set-Aside

NONE

Award Issued Date

Documents

1

Bell BOA Class Justification and Approval (CJ&A 16-0061)

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Naval Air Warfare Center Air Division
Contacts1 person available
OfficePATUXENT RIVER, MD, 20670-1545, USA
Office AddressPATUXENT RIVER, MD, 20670-1545, USA
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Sonja ScottContract Specialist

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The Naval Air Systems Command intends to award a Firm Fixed Price contract to Bell Inc., 3255 Bell Flight Blvd, Fort Worth, TX 76118 on a sole source basis. The purpose of the effort is to develop and install desiccant breather solution that would resolve the issue of excessive corrosion in the MRGB due to water and moisture intrusion. This requirement will be procured in accordance with the statutory authority permitting other than full and open competition under 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1), as implemented by the Federal Regulations (FAR) 6.302-1. Bell Inc. is the only source with the requisite knowledge, data and capability to meet the Government's requirement without requiring significant modification to the H-1 aircraft. This notice is for information purposes only. For subcontracting opportunities please contact Bell Inc.

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