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)

Original Source

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

    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Air Warfare Center Air Division, is seeking information from industry regarding the provision of a Helicopter Autorotational/High Risk Testing Trainer (HATT) to replace existing training aircraft at the United States Naval Test Pilot School (USNTPS). The primary objective is to identify an aircraft capable of conducting autorotational and high-risk testing, including full logistical support such as maintenance and training, to enhance the training of test pilots and flight test engineers. This initiative is critical for ensuring that future aviators are proficient in handling emergency scenarios and developing essential flight skills, with a requirement for a minimum of five fully mission-capable aircraft to support over 500 flight hours annually. Interested vendors must submit capability statements by May 30, 2025, to Brad Dioguardo and Catrina Farrell via email, with the submission limited to 50 pages and addressing the specified requirements outlined in the RFI.

    Point(s) of Contact
    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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