Bid guide
How to bid on Helicopter Maintenance, Engineering and Repair Services for LA County Sheriff
What the agency is buying
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is looking for qualified vendors to provide helicopter maintenance, engineering, and repair services on an as-needed basis for its Aero Bureau. This includes critical and non-critical component services, as well as completion services for specific Airbus helicopter models.
Vendors who secure a Master Agreement will provide these services to support the department's helicopter fleet. This is an opportunity for specialized firms to work with a major law enforcement agency.
Key dates and deadlines
The Request for Statement of Qualifications (RFSQ) was released on July 28, 2023. While an initial Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) due date was September 14, 2023, the solicitation remains open for rolling submissions. This means you can still submit your SOQ, and it may be reviewed at a later date as the department's needs arise.
The solicitation will remain open until the department's needs are fully met. There is no hard closing date provided for rolling submissions.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for firms with at least five years of experience in aircraft maintenance services, specifically in areas like dynamic component repair, power plant overhaul, airframe repair, aircraft parts resale, electrical and hydraulic systems maintenance, avionics systems maintenance, or completion services for Airbus AS332, H225, and/or AS350 series helicopters.
Vendors must hold an FAA Part 145 repair station license or a Transport Canada Approved Maintenance Organization (AMO) certification. Additionally, your business office must be located within the continental United States or Canada and staffed by qualified service personnel.
How to respond
To access the full solicitation details and documents, click the “View original source” link. This will take you to the bid’s card on the LA County portal. From there, click the solicitation number to view all public details and download necessary documents.
Your Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be submitted as an original, three numbered hard copies, and two separate electronic copies in PDF format on flash drives. These must be enclosed in a sealed envelope or box, clearly marked with your name, address, and the phrase “SOQ for Helicopter Maintenance, Engineering and Repair Services (RFSQ 711-SH)”. Deliver or mail your submission to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, Fiscal Administration – Contracts Unit, at 211 West Temple Street, 6th Floor, Los Angeles, California 90012, Attention: Lauren Thai.
Tips for a competitive response
Carefully review the Statement of Work (Attachment 1 to Appendix A) to ensure your firm can meet all service requirements. Provide detailed references (Exhibit 8 of Appendix B) to verify your five years of experience in the specified flight-critical, non-flight-critical, or completion services.
Ensure all required licenses and certifications, such as your FAA Part 145 or Transport Canada AMO approval, are current and properly documented using Exhibit 9 of Appendix B. Clearly demonstrate that your business office in the continental U.S. or Canada is adequately staffed. Organize your submission precisely as instructed, including the correct number of copies and proper labeling, to avoid any administrative issues.
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 LA County Sheriff; the original posting controls.