Aircraft Propellers And Components

PSC Category 1610 encompasses aircraft propellers and components, focusing on specialized aerospace hardware critical to military and civilian aviation operations. This category includes a wide range of products such as propeller blades, spinners, control mechanisms, valve housings, and associated electrical and mechanical assemblies used in various aircraft platforms. These components are essential for maintaining the performance, safety, and operational readiness of aircraft propulsion systems across different military and government agencies.

The federal contract awards within this category predominantly feature Collins Aerospace (a Raytheon Technologies subsidiary) as the primary contractor, with most awards ranging from approximately $1,000 to over $10 million. The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP), and U.S. Coast Guard are the most frequent contracting agencies. These awards typically involve firm-fixed-price delivery orders for spare parts, repairs, and component replacements for aircraft like the C-130, HC-144, and various military propeller systems. The contracts are generally unrestricted, with no specific small business set-asides, and performance locations are predominantly in Connecticut (Windsor Locks) and other states with significant aerospace manufacturing infrastructure.

Recent federal contract opportunities in this PSC category demonstrate a strong emphasis on highly specialized repair, modification, and maintenance services for aircraft propeller components. The Department of the Navy and Department of Commerce have posted solicitations seeking engineering investigations, full-service maintenance, and repair of propeller systems for platforms like the E-2D Advanced Hawkeye and KC-46 aircraft. These opportunities often require unique technical expertise, with many being sole-source procurements targeting original equipment manufacturers like Hamilton Sundstrand Corporation. The opportunities span various aircraft types and involve complex technical requirements, including source approval processes, configuration management, and adherence to strict military standards for component repair and replacement.