Airbus Helicopter Maintenance, Parts, and Service

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) Competitive Selection IDV DOT092B24-2 establishes a comprehensive contract for helicopter maintenance, parts, and services specifically for State of Ohio-owned Airbus AS350 B2 & B3 helicopters and Safran Helicopter Engines Aerial 1D1 & 2D Engines. The IDV covers a wide range of services including emergency helicopter maintenance support, repairs, parts procurement, and technical support on a 24/7 basis. Vendors are required to be FAA-approved maintenance facilities or Factory Service Centers, with specific qualifications such as factory-trained mechanics, licensed technicians, and experienced pilots. The contract allows for a maximum 20% markup on parts and establishes specific parts delivery timelines, with stocked parts required within one business day and non-stocked parts within ten business days.

East West Helicopter Inc. has been awarded this multiple-award contract as a prime contractor, with the contract period running from July 17, 2024, to June 30, 2026. The contract covers the State of Ohio and is structured as a Competitive Selection contract type. Contractors must be located within a 250-mile radius of the ODOT Office of Aviation and maintain substantial insurance coverage, including $6 million for test flight coverage and $7 million for hangar keeper's liability. The contract encompasses UNSPSC codes for passenger air transportation (78111500) and helicopter services (78111501), providing a comprehensive solution for the state's helicopter maintenance and operational needs.