Opportunity
California eProcure #26C018006
CHP seeks maintenance and repair services for Airbus AS350B3/B3e helicopters
Posted
May 19, 2026
Respond By
June 16, 2026
Identifier
26C018006
NAICS
488190
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) Office of Air Operations is seeking bids for comprehensive helicopter maintenance and repair services for its fleet of Airbus AS350B3/B3e helicopters. - Government Buyer: - California Highway Patrol (CHP), Office of Air Operations - Business Services Section, Contract Services Unit - OEM Highlight: - Airbus Helicopters (AS350B3/B3e models) - Products/Services Requested: - Maintenance and repair services for up to six Airbus AS350B3/B3e helicopters - Includes airframe, engine, avionics, and special mission equipment - Part number: AS350B3 or AS350B3e - FAA-certified mechanics with turbine helicopter experience required - FAA-approved repair station certification mandatory - Logbook maintenance, tool and parts inventory control, safety management, and travel for mechanics - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Strict FAA compliance and safety standards - Detailed qualification, security, and reporting requirements - Agreement contingent on state funding and performance - Compliance with Executive Order N-6-22 (Russia sanctions) - Mandatory disclosure if generative AI will be used - Places of Performance: - Fullerton Air Unit, Fullerton, CA - Thermal Air Unit, Thermal, CA - Apple Valley Air Unit, Apple Valley, CA - Contracting office: Sacramento, CA
Description
The Department of California Highway Patrol (CHP) is soliciting bids for helicopter maintenance and repair services under Invitation for Bids (IFB) Number 26C018006. The scope includes maintenance and repair services for the CHP Office of Air Operations helicopters. Compliance with the instructions in the IFB is mandatory for prospective bidders. The solicitation waives the Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirement but offers incentives for voluntary DVBE participation. Bidders must submit their bids by the specified deadline in the IFB's Time Schedule section.