UH - 60 Black Hawk Commercial Modification RFI

2026-11-03

This is a Request for Information ( RFI ) issued solely for the purpose of market research and to gather information to inform the Government ’ s acquisition strategy . This RFI does not constitute a commitment to procure any goods or services . The information provided in response to this RFI will not be used as part of any subsequent evaluation or source selection process . Your response to this RFI will be treated as informational only . No entitlement to pay , direct or indirect costs , or charges to the Government will arise , as a result of a contractor ’ s submission of a response ( s ) to this announcement or the Government ’ s use of such information . This is not a Request for Proposals , and the Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of this RFI or to otherwise pay for the information submitted in response to this RFI . The purpose of this RFI is to gather information that will assist the Utility Helicopters Project Office ( UHPO ) in evaluating vendor capability of meeting its potential needs . The Government has not determined the final acquisition approach . This market research will allow the UHPO to make an informed decision about how to proceed . UHPO is seeking to engage with the industrial base to assess the feasibility of a commercial modification line to modify UH - 60M aircraft over a multi - year horizon . The Government is not prescribing solutions but rather is seeking insight into what is achievable . This RFI will serve to gauge the industrial base ’ s capabilities . A draft Statement of Work ( SOW ) is provided as a reference document . This SOW addresses overhaul of components , airframe repairs , and upgrades / modernizations . Respondents are strongly encouraged to review the SOW in its entirety prior to completing the RFI workbook . The SOW appendix contains a list of reference materials , mainly Maintenance Work Orders ( MWOs ). This solicitation contains sensitive information within attachments marked with Distribution Statement D and Controlled Unclassified Information _CUI_ . Solicitation attachments marked as CUI will be restricted . Only eligible vendors will be able to gain access to these attachments . Accessing Solicitation Attachments : Complete the following steps to request access : View this solicitation posting . Email the name of the person requesting access * SEE NOTE BELOW *, the company name , the company CAGE code , phone , email address , and an approved DD2345 , Military Critical Technical Data Agreement to blackhawkcommercialmodificationindustryday @ army . mil . Once the Government verifies your company ’ s ability to receive these documents they will be transmitted through the SAFE website . NOTE : The person requesting the attachments must be the individual listed on DD Form 2345 . Complete attached Excel document titled “ Black Hawk - RFI Supplier Template ”. This document should be returned in Excel . Donotconvert to another format . The applicable North American Industry Classification System ( NAICS ) code assigned to this action is 336411 , Aircraft Manufacturing . No classified documents shall be included in any response . Respondents are encouraged to include a cover sheet detailing all proprietary information . Data submitted in response to this RFI that is marked “ proprietary ” will be handled accordingly and will not be returned . Technical questions , data requests and industry responses to this RFI shall be sent via email to blackhawkcommercialmodificationindustryday @ army . mil . For all communications regarding this RFI , request respondents put “ Request For Information Response – Black Hawk Commercial Modification ” in the subject line of the e - mail . Final responses to the RFI must be delivered by 1600 Central Time on March 26 , 2026 . Responses should be emailed to blackhawkcommercialmodificationrfiresponses @ army . mil and include “ Request For Information Response – Black Hawk Commercial Modification ” in the subject line of the e - mail . Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance ( SETA ) contractors supporting the Government will be part of the team evaluating the responses . By submitting a response , you acknowledge and consent to this review , while retaining all intellectual property rights . SETA contractors are obligated to protect this information from unauthorized disclosure and use , consistent with their contractual obligations and applicable law . This information shall not be used by SETA contractors for any purpose other than evaluation of this RFI response . Reference DFARS 209 . 571 - 7 Systems engineering and technical assistance contracts . Industry Day : The Project Manager , UHPO , will conduct an Industry Day to disseminate further information to prospective respondents to the Request for Information ( RFI ). The purpose of this Industry Day is to facilitate a collaborative exchange of information , enabling the Government to gain a comprehensive understanding of industry capabilities related to modifications for the H - 60M aircraft platform . The Government will answer questions regarding the RFI during the Industry Day . Further questions may also be addressed at the Industry Day . The Industry Day will be held in Huntsville , AL the week of February 18 , 2026 . All attendees must pre - register using the form at https :// form . jotform . com / 252573678611161 . The UH - 60 Black Hawk Commercial Modification Industry Day will be held on February 19 , 2026 . The event will be held at the Auburn University Research and Innovation Campus ( AURIC ), located at 345 Voyager Way NW , Huntsville , AL 35806 . Check - In will begin at 8 : 30 and the Industry Day will begin at 9 : 00 . The event should last approximately 4 hours . All attendees must pre - register using the form at https :// form . jotform . com / 252573678611161 . Registration closes on February 6 , 2026 . Early registration is recommended , as seating will be limited . Questions to be answered during Industry Day should be emailed to blackhawkcommercialmodificationindustryday @ army . mil no later than COB January 23 , 2026 . There is limited parking , so carpooling is encouraged . If the attendee is a foreign national , a passport number and country of citizenship must also be included and provided no later than January 30 , 2026 . Questions to be answered during Industry Day should be emailed to blackhawkcommercialmodificationindustryday @ army . mil no later than COB January 23 , 2026 . NOTICE : This announcement is issued for informational and planning purposes only , in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation ( FAR ) 15 . 201 , Exchanges with Industry before Receipt of Proposals . It does not constitute a contract , a Request for Proposal ( RFP ), or any commitment , obligation , or promise of a future contract . No solicitation document is currently available . Responses to this notice will not be accepted as offers . The Government will not be responsible for any costs incurred by attendees , including travel or marketing expenses , and such costs are not allowable as direct or indirect charges to the Government . Participation is strictly voluntary and at the sole expense of the vendor . The Government reserves the right to modify or cancel Industry Day plans at its sole discretion .

Alabama

2026-03-27