Apache Advanced Attack Helicopter (AH-64)

The Apache Advanced Attack Helicopter (AH-64) program is a Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) managed by the U.S. Department of Defense under the Major Capability Acquisition pathway. The program encompasses the development, procurement, and sustainment of the AH-64 Apache attack helicopter platform. As evidenced by the contract data, this acquisition program involves extensive logistics support, component manufacturing, technical engineering services, and systems integration efforts to maintain and upgrade the Apache fleet.

The contract awards associated with this program range from small purchases of individual components valued at under $1,000 to major system sustainment contracts exceeding $100 million. Typical contract durations span from immediate delivery to multi-year performance periods up to 5 years. Primary contracting activities include the U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command (AMCOM) and Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). Major contractors include L3Harris Technologies (communications systems), Boeing (aircraft systems), and various specialized manufacturers of critical components such as rotor assemblies, hydraulic systems, and electronic subsystems. While most awards are unrestricted, some contracts utilize Total Small Business and Competitive 8(a) set-asides. Contract types are predominantly Firm Fixed Price, with some Cost Plus Fixed Fee arrangements for engineering and technical support services. The work is performed at multiple locations throughout the United States, with significant activity at Army aviation facilities and contractor manufacturing sites.