UNSPSC 78181831: Aircraft fixed wing airframe repair

Services associated with the maintenance of and repairs to the external metal structure of the aircraft including wings, tail and fuselage; includes aerodynamic fairings.

UNSPSC 78181831 Aircraft fixed wing airframe repair, a Commodity code, encompasses comprehensive maintenance, repair, and overhaul services on fixed-wing aircraft structures and systems. State and local governments procure scheduled and unscheduled airframe repairs, structural inspections, paint and cosmetic restoration, avionics installation and repair, engine overhaul and support, component replacement, and logbook management—typically through FAA-certified repair stations or authorized service centers. Issuing bodies include state universities (Texas A&M, Middle Georgia State), state departments of transportation and natural resources (Texas DOT, Texas Parks and Wildlife, Illinois DOT, Michigan DNR), city police departments and aviation divisions (Tampa, Fort Worth, Tucson, Atlanta), and other state or local aviation operators managing small to mid-size fleets. The mix reflects both dedicated aviation operators with multi-aircraft programs and smaller agencies with sporadic maintenance needs.

Recent solicitation activity concentrates in Texas, Georgia, Illinois, Michigan, and Florida. Texas A&M University System (RFP SAIR-26-287, due August 14, 2026) seeks three-year airframe maintenance for a Cessna Citation and two Beechcraft King Airs, requiring nationwide service-center capability and two references with similar scope. Illinois DOT (Rebid IFB 26-494, due May 21, 2026) seeks multiple awards for Beechcraft King Air 350 and Cessna piston airframe repairs across 16 line items with 30-to-45-day turnaround and FAA Certified Repair Station certification required. Texas Parks and Wildlife (RFP due April 21, 2026) procures maintenance and 24/7 emergency support for surveillance equipment on an Airbus H125 helicopter, with FAA Approved Repair Station status preferred and compensation weighted 20% price, 50% qualifications/experience, 30% technical approach. Michigan DNR issued a Notice of Intent to Award (July 6, 2026) for a single P-25 Compliant Aircraft Aviation Radio unit and installation to Great Lakes Aviation Services Inc. at $74,878.51. Middle Georgia State University (eRFQ due March 23, 2026) seeks FAA-certified avionics repair for 53 aircraft and helicopters supporting 17,000 annual flight hours. Opportunities span single-item procurements and multi-year blanket service agreements; most require proof of current FAA Repair Station certification, comprehensive aviation liability insurance ($1 million to $10 million per occurrence), and demonstrated maintenance experience with specific aircraft types or equipment families.