Sources Sought for the Overhaul/Upgrade of the Mechanical Transmission for the UH-60 Black Hawk
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 Department of the Army is conducting a Sources Sought to identify qualified sources for the overhaul/upgrade of the Mechanical Transmission for the UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter. This is market research to determine the feasibility of a competitive acquisition. Responses are due May 5, 2026.
Scope of Work
This effort involves the overhaul of the Mechanical Transmission, identified by input NSNs 1615-01-542-7514, 1615-01-686-7198, and 1615-01-701-8346, with an output NSN of 1615-01-701-8346. The estimated quantity range is a minimum of 25 to a maximum of 160 units, which includes a Foreign Military Sales (FMS) quantity of 25 units.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS: 336413 (Aircraft Manufacturing), Size Standard: 1,250 employees
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: May 5, 2026
- Published: April 28, 2026
Key Considerations
The Mechanical Transmission is an aviation Critical Safety Item (CSI), as defined by DFARS 209.270-2. Overhaul can only be performed by sources approved by the Systems Readiness Directorate (SRD). Currently, Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation (a Large Business) is the only known approved source. Interested 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.
Submission Requirements
Respondents should identify their business size and socio-economic status, and include full company name, Points of Contact (POCs) with name, position, office and mobile telephone numbers, and email address. Submissions must be sent via electronic mail to Andrew Cameron (andrew.e.cameron.civ@army.mil) by the deadline, referencing the sources sought number in the subject line.
Additional Notes
This is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a commitment or a Request for Proposal (RFP). No reimbursement will be made for response costs.