Armed OH-58D

The Armed OH-58D (KIOWA WARRIOR) is a Major Defense Acquisition Program managed by the U.S. Department of Defense under the Major Capability Acquisition pathway. The program supports the acquisition and maintenance of the OH-58D Kiowa Warrior, a military helicopter platform used by the U.S. Army. As a major defense program, it encompasses the full range of acquisition activities including procurement of parts, maintenance services, and technical upgrades for the aircraft system.

The contract awards associated with this program are primarily issued by the U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command (AMCOM) and range in value from small purchases of a few thousand dollars to larger awards exceeding $29 million. Awards typically have performance periods between six months and three years. Major contractors include GE Aviation Systems LLC, Snap-On Industrial, and Professional Aircraft Accessories Inc., with frequent awards also going to specialized aerospace manufacturers like Airtronics LLC and Sherwood Aviation. The contracts predominantly cover aircraft components, maintenance platforms, specialized tools, and repair services for systems such as the Mast Mounted Sight (MMS), engine components, and avionics. While some contracts are set aside for small businesses, the majority have no set-aside designation. Primary places of performance include contractor facilities in Florida, Arizona, Wisconsin, and Michigan.