Bid guide
How to bid on LUH-72A Aircraft Maintenance Platform for Delaware National Guard
What the agency is buying
The Department of Defense, specifically the Delaware National Guard, is seeking a mobile, modular, multi-person, and height-adjustable maintenance platform. This platform will be used to support daily maintenance of their Light Utility Helicopter LUH-72A Lakota rotor aircraft. The work will take place in the Army Aviation Support Facility (AASF) hangar for the Delaware Army National Guard (DE ARNG).
Key dates and deadlines
This opportunity was published on July 31, 2026. All proposals must be submitted by August 25, 2026, at 11:00 AM ET. It is important to submit your response well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for businesses that can provide specialized equipment, particularly mobile and adjustable maintenance platforms for aircraft. Given it is a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO), the agency is open to innovative proposals from vendors who can meet the functional requirements for helicopter maintenance support. Firms with experience in aviation ground support equipment or custom fabrication for industrial applications may find this relevant.
How to respond
To access the full details and respond to this solicitation, you need to click “View original source” on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all attached documents, though this is not always required for every bid.
Tips for a competitive response
Since this is a Commercial Solutions Opening, emphasize any innovative features or unique advantages of your proposed maintenance platform. Clearly describe how your solution meets the requirements for mobility, modularity, multi-person use, and height adjustability. Provide specific details on how your platform will support the daily maintenance of LUH-72A Lakota helicopters in a hangar environment. Ensure your proposal is well-organized and directly addresses all aspects mentioned in the solicitation documents.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from DEPT of Defense; the original posting controls.