Apache AH-64 Support Shock Strut
ID: W58RGZ-24-B-0039_0004Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-RSAREDSTONE ARSENAL, AL, 35898-0000, USA

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Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

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AIRCRAFT LANDING GEAR COMPONENTS (1620)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army Contracting Command at Redstone Arsenal, is seeking proposals for a five-year Firm-Fixed Price Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity contract focused on the overhaul and maintenance of critical aviation components for the AH-64 Apache helicopter, including the Support Shock Strut and High-Performance Shock Strut. This procurement is essential for ensuring the safety and operational readiness of the Apache fleet, adhering to stringent quality and safety standards set by the U.S. Army. The deadline for bid submissions has been extended to October 22, 2024, and interested parties must acknowledge receipt of the amendment to avoid bid rejection. For further inquiries, potential bidders can contact Jessica Mangum at jessica.t.mangum.civ@army.mil or Shannon H Thompson at shannon.h.thompson4.civ@army.mil.

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    The document serves as an amendment to a federal solicitation process, specifically identified as Amendment 0004 for contract W58RGZ-24-B-0039. Its primary purpose is to extend the bid submission deadline from September 30, 2024, to October 22, 2024. It reiterates that all other terms and conditions of the contract remain unchanged. The amendment was issued by the Army Contracting Command based in Redstone Arsenal, AL, and is administered by a designated contact, Shannon Thompson. The document outlines required acknowledgment methods for receipt of the amendment and stipulates that failure to acknowledge could result in bid rejection. Importantly, the amendment falls under the category of “Firm Fixed Price,” specifically for maintenance contracts, which underlines the structured approach to contract management within government procurement processes. This amendment is crucial for ensuring that potential bidders have adequate time to prepare their offers while maintaining compliance with federal contracting regulations.
    This document outlines a federal Request for Proposal (RFP) for a five-year, Firm-Fixed Price Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity contract covering the overhaul and maintenance of Specific aviation components for the AH-64 Apache helicopter. The solicitation is restricted to The Boeing Company and Goodrich Aerospace Canada LTD and involves critical safety items such as the Support Shock Strut and High-Performance Shock Strut, which require adherence to strict quality and safety standards set by the U.S. Army. Bidders must follow specific submission protocols and provide a fixed unit price for various orders over five annual periods. Amendments to submission dates and incorporation of Q&A attachments reflect adjustments throughout the bidding process, with a current due date for proposals extended to October 22, 2024. The contractor will manage government-furnished property, comply with detailed inspection routines, conduct Product Verification Audits, and maintain transparent reporting and inventory procedures. The document emphasizes the government's priorities regarding safety, condition of the materials, and compliance with defense regulations, underpinning the significance of the procurement for national defense and operational readiness.
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