USNTPS OH-58C Replacement
ID: N00421-USNTPS-OH58CType: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAL AIR WARFARE CENTER AIR DIVPATUXENT RIVER, MD, 20670-1545, USA

NAICS

Aircraft Manufacturing (336411)

PSC

AIRCRAFT, ROTARY WING (1520)

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https://sam.gov/opp/77e0cc3d072c487e9d52369f88b294fb/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Naval Air Warfare Center Air Division, is seeking proposals for the Helicopter Autorotational/High Risk Testing Trainer (HATT) as part of the USNTPS OH-58C Replacement initiative. The procurement aims to establish a versatile flight training solution that meets stringent design parameters, including cockpit specifications, rotor systems, flight control capabilities, and advanced safety features, all while accommodating dual controls and ensuring effective autorotation capabilities. This trainer is crucial for preparing pilots for high-risk operational scenarios, aligning with federal and state mandates for aviation safety and training systems. Interested vendors should contact Brad Dioguardo at bradley.dioguardo.civ@us.navy.mil or Catrina Farrell at catrina.m.farrell.civ@us.navy.mil for further details on the proposal submission process.

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    Brad Dioguardo
    bradley.dioguardo.civ@us.navy.mil
    CATRINA FARRELL
    catrina.m.farrell.civ@us.navy.mil
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    Attachment 1 - HATT Initial Requirements.pdf
    The document outlines the requirements for the Helicopter Autorotational/ High Risk Testing Trainer (HATT), detailing thresholds and objectives for design parameters. Key areas include cockpit specifications, rotor systems, flight control capabilities, engine management, maintenance support, performance metrics, safety features, and advanced navigation systems. The trainer should accommodate dual controls, offer environmental controls, incorporate a conventional rotor system, and ensure effective autorotation capabilities. Maintenance must guarantee high parts availability, and performance should include specified airspeeds and climb rates under various conditions. Safety measures emphasize crash attenuation, traffic collision avoidance systems, and digital flight data recording. The overall objective is to establish a versatile and effective flight training solution capable of handling high-risk operational scenarios while meeting government standards. The RFP serves to solicit proposals from potential vendors who can deliver an aircraft trainer that meets these specifications, aligning with federal and state mandates for advanced aviation safety and training systems.
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