UH1 Retrofit and Avionics Upgrade

The UH1 Retrofit and Avionics Upgrade Master Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract, awarded by the U.S. Department of State's Bureau for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL/A) Office of Aviation, focuses on comprehensive helicopter modernization services. Specifically, the contract enables retrofitting UH-1H helicopters with upgraded avionics, mission-specific equipment, and Department of State (DOS) specialized modifications. The contract establishes a comprehensive framework for international helicopter refurbishment and enhancement, supporting foreign military and law enforcement aviation capabilities.

The task orders under this IDIQ vehicle demonstrate a pattern of aircraft retrofitting for international partners, with specific focus on countries like Pakistan, Peru, and Afghanistan. Each task order is consistently set aside for small businesses, with values ranging from approximately $2.5 million to $7.6 million and completion periods typically spanning 1-2 years. The task orders uniformly involve firm fixed-price contracts for retrofitting one to three UH-1H helicopters, including avionics upgrades and special mission equipment modifications. The geographical diversity of the task orders suggests the contract supports U.S. foreign security assistance programs, with task orders targeting specific national helicopter fleet modernization needs. Funding consistently originates from the Department of State's Bureau for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, indicating a strategic approach to international security infrastructure development.