Description
The City of Cleveland is seeking a qualified, FAA‑approved MD Helicopter Service Center to provide comprehensive maintenance, labor, and parts support for its Police Aviation Unit’s helicopter fleet (MD 369E series). The contractor must hold the appropriate FAA repair station certification, have MD‑approved service center status, and supply certified airframe & power‑plant mechanics and an authorized inspector. Work includes scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, warranty repairs, engine overhauls (via approved Rolls‑Royce/Allison and Textron Lycoming service centers), and full compliance with FAA regulations, manufacturer manuals, and city‑specific priority rules. The bid must be submitted by April 17 2026, 3 PM, with required Northern Ireland Fair Employment and Wage‑Theft disclosures.
• Provide all labor, parts, tools, manuals, and shipping for MD 369E helicopter maintenance.
• Must staff at least two certified mechanics (≥ 5 yrs experience) and one authorized inspector (≥ 10 yrs experience).
• Contractor assumes full liability for any damage caused and must reimburse the City.
• Sub‑contracting is permitted only for work outside the contractor’s FAA repair station scope, with the primary contractor retaining financial responsibility.