U -- Updating MDHI Training Schedule

The contract involves providing additional specialized training sessions under Contract Number USZA95-03-P-0065 for MD Helicopters Inc. The training schedule includes the Airframe Maintenance Course (Course 369FF) taking place during two periods: June 9-20, 2003, and August 4-15, 2003. Additionally, the Transmission Overhaul Course (Courses 369D/E/FF) is scheduled for June 23-27, 2003. All training will be conducted at MDHI’s facility in Mesa, Arizona, the sole provider authorized to deliver this instruction due to proprietary data ownership related to their certificated aircraft. The contract is managed by the Department of Defense through the AMSAM-SPK office at Fort Eustis, Virginia. The training falls under NAICS code 336412, and MDHI qualifies as a small business with a size standard of 1,000 employees. The Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) rating assigned to this contract is DOA1, indicating a high-priority defense-related order. Given MDHI’s exclusive rights to the necessary proprietary materials, no competitive bidding is expected. Cynthia Gold serves as the primary point of contact for matters related to this contract.