Opportunity
Alaska Online Public Notices #ITB 2027-1200-0033
Maintenance Services for Airbus H125/AS350 B3 Helicopters – Alaska DPS
Posted
July 13, 2026
Respond By
July 20, 2026
Identifier
ITB 2027-1200-0033
NAICS
488190
This opportunity involves maintenance services for the State of Alaska Department of Public Safety's (DPS) turbine helicopter fleet, with a focus on the Airbus H125 (Eurocopter AS350 B3): - Government Buyer: - State of Alaska, Department of Public Safety, Aircraft Section - OEM Highlight: - Airbus (manufacturer of the H125/Eurocopter AS350 B3 helicopter) - Vendors must: - Hold a valid Alaska business license - Be located within a reasonable distance of the Anchorage maintenance facility - Possess FAA certifications and demonstrate prior experience with turbine helicopter maintenance - Products/Services Requested: - Scheduled and unscheduled maintenance for Airbus H125/AS350 B3 helicopters - Emergency avionics maintenance and off-site repairs (statewide, excluding Fairbanks for off-site work) - Labor rates for standard and after-hours maintenance - Parts supply with specified markups - All labor, materials, tools, equipment, and technical manuals required for maintenance - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with state and federal (FAA) regulations - Coordination with DPS Aircraft Maintenance Inspectors - No guaranteed minimum hours; firm fixed price contract - Contract term is approximately two years with five optional one-year renewals - Work primarily performed in Anchorage, with some statewide travel
Description
This Invitation to Bid (ITB) solicits maintenance services for the Department of Public Safety's turbine helicopter located primarily at Lake Hood Airport in Anchorage, Alaska, with secondary locations including Fairbanks International Airport and statewide in Alaska. The scope includes scheduled and unscheduled maintenance labor during and outside standard business hours, as well as parts pricing. Bidders must have a valid Alaska business license and comply with state and federal regulations. The bid opening will be held via Microsoft Teams, and the bid response deadline is July 20, 2026.