Aircraft Ground Servicing Equipment

Product Service Code (PSC) 1730-P, Aircraft Ground Servicing Equipment, encompasses a diverse range of specialized equipment designed to support aircraft maintenance, servicing, and operational readiness. These products include ground power units, hydraulic jacks, aircraft tugs, maintenance platforms, wheel dollies, covers, adapters, and various support tools used in aircraft ground operations. The equipment is critical for military and civilian aviation sectors, enabling efficient maintenance, recovery, and preparation of aircraft across different platforms and missions.

The federal contract awards for PSC 1730-P demonstrate a robust market with contracts ranging from $1,141 to $577,701, typically with firm-fixed-price structures and performance periods between 6-12 months. Key contractors include small businesses like A3 Systems Corporation, Brackett Aircraft Company, and Kennon Products Inc., with frequent awards from agencies such as the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), U.S. Coast Guard, and various military branches. Many contracts are set aside for small businesses, including Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, Women-Owned Small Businesses, and HUBZone firms. Performance locations are primarily across the continental United States, with a concentration in military installations and logistics centers.

Recent federal contract opportunities for PSC 1730-P focus on specialized ground servicing equipment for military aircraft, including helicopter tugs, maintenance platforms, aircraft recovery equipment, and ground support tools. Solicitations come from diverse military branches like the Army National Guard, Air Force, and Navy, targeting equipment for specific aircraft such as UH-72 Lakota, HC-144A, MQ-9 Reaper, and C-130 platforms. Most opportunities are set aside for small businesses and involve procurement of one to multiple units, with estimated values ranging from approximately $25,000 to $250,000. Performance locations span military bases in states including California, Oklahoma, Missouri, and Colorado, indicating a nationwide requirement for advanced aircraft ground servicing equipment.