Definitive Contract #N0001924C0030

DOD Awards $455M Contract to Bell Textron for Nigerian AH-1Z Helicopters

This definitive contract, awarded by the Department of Defense (DoD), has a total potential value of $455,000,000. The recipient, Bell Textron Inc, a prominent aerospace and defense company, is engaged in manufacturing military aircraft, including helicopters. The contract covers the provision of 12 AH-1Z helicopters for a Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program with Nigeria, as well as associated systems engineering and program management support. Notably, there was no set-aside designation, and the contract was awarded on a sole-source basis, indicating a unique requirement and the lack of competitive alternatives. The performance period commences on March 12, 2024, and continues until July 31, 2028. Key subcontractors involved include Globe Engineering Co., Inc., providing tube assemblies, and Transdigm Inc., supplying valves, enhancing the overall capabilities of the project. This contract is significant for advancing U.S. defense partnerships and supports the modernization efforts of allied nations.

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FMS AH-1Z AIRCRAFT PRODUCTION

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