Overhaul/upgrade of the Gearbox, Accessory
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Army Contracting Command-Redstone Arsenal (W58RGZ) is conducting a Sources Sought to identify potential sources for the overhaul and upgrade of the Accessory Drive Gearbox for the UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter. This effort aims to establish a 5-year, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ), firm fixed-price contract. Responses are due by February 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
This Sources Sought is for the overhaul and upgrade of the Gearbox, Accessory Drive, specifically for Input NSNs: 1615-01-353-3825 (P/N: 70351-08001-049, 70351-08001-050) and Output NSN: 1615-01-527-8175 (P/N: 70102-08200-073). The Gearbox, Accessory Drive is designated as an aviation Critical Safety Item (CSI).
Contract Details
- Contract Type: 5-year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ), Firm Fixed-Price.
- Estimated Quantity: Minimum 70 each, Maximum 250 each (includes 32 units for Foreign Military Sales - FMS).
- NAICS Code: 336413 (Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1,250 employees.
- Set-Aside: None specified for this Sources Sought. However, respondents are asked to identify their business size and socio-economic status.
Source Approval & Qualifications
The upgrade/overhaul of this CSI can only be performed by a source approved by the Systems Readiness Directorate (SRD). Currently, Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation (CAGE 78286) is the only known approved source. Contractors are strongly encouraged to seek Source Approval Requests (SAR) by submitting documentation or questions to usarmy.redstone.ccdc-avmc.mbx.ed-sar@army.mil.
Response Requirements & Deadline
This is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP). Interested parties with the capability to perform this effort should submit their full company name, Point of Contacts (POCs) including name, position, office and mobile telephone numbers, and email address. Submissions must also include business size and socio-economic status.
- Response Due Date: February 20, 2026, by electronic mail only.
- Submission Email: colby.a.stewart2.civ@army.mil
- Subject Line: Reference the sources sought number (W58RGZ-26-R-0042).
Additional Notes
No reimbursement will be made for costs associated with providing information. This announcement does not restrict the Government's ultimate acquisition strategy.