Helitorch (Sole Source Notice,) Superior National Forest
12444626Q0070 · AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF
A OTHER AIRCRAFT PARTS AND AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURING solicitation, performed in Duluth, MN, with responses due 2026-08-27. AwardCast estimates what this specific solicitation will close for, before you bid.
What's being bought
The US Forest Service intends to negotiate with only one source, Simplex Manufacturing Co. (DBA Dart Aerospace,) 13340 NE Whitaker Way, Portland, OR 97230 for two (2) Simplex 5400 Helitorches with standard specifications. This action is authorized by FAR 12.102(a). The Government believes that the o
Comparable recent awards in OTHER AIRCRAFT PARTS AND AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURING
| Winner | Award value | Offers | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| BROWN HELICOPTER, INC. | $21K | 3 | 2026-07-02 |
| INEO GLOBAL SUPPORT, INC. | $30K | n/a | 2026-07-02 |
| GLENAIR, INC. | $19K | 15 | 2026-07-02 |
| AIRBUS HELICOPTERS, INC. | $17K | n/a | 2026-07-02 |
| A3 SYSTEMS CORPORATION | $59K | 1 | 2026-07-02 |
Questions
What is solicitation 12444626Q0070?
Helitorch (Sole Source Notice,) Superior National Forest, issued by AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF, under NAICS 336413 (OTHER AIRCRAFT PARTS AND AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURING), performed in Duluth, MN. Responses are due 2026-08-27.
What do similar contracts close for?
Comparable closed awards in this category ran from $17K to $59K, across 5 awards shown above. Those are historical results, not a forecast for this solicitation.
Is 12444626Q0070 set aside?
NONE. Check the notice on SAM.gov for the eligibility language that governs.
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