RFP - 0354 - Aviation Maintenance Services (Somerset)

The Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS) seeks a qualified vendor to provide FAA‑compliant aviation maintenance services for Somerset Community College’s training fleet. The contractor will be responsible for routine inspections, preventive maintenance, unscheduled repairs, record‑keeping, and compliance with Airworthiness Directives for up to three aircraft (initially a Cessna 172 and potentially a Pipistrel Alpha). Services must be delivered on‑site at the college’s leased hangar at Lake Cumberland Regional Airport, with quick‑response support, detailed reporting, and adherence to strict insurance, data‑security, and accessibility standards. • Perform scheduled 50‑hour, 100‑hour, annual, and manufacturer‑recommended inspections, as well as troubleshooting and major/minor repairs. • Manage aircraft logs, AD research, service‑bulletin compliance, and provide status updates to college staff and instructors. • Maintain safety, quality, and regulatory compliance while ensuring high aircraft availability and predictable scheduling.