The Naval Air Systems Command intends to negotiate and award a fixed priced order under a Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) with Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation (SAC), Stafford, CT to perform VH-3D Weight Reduction efforts. The VH Aircraft has approached its maximum mission weight capability. It is imperative that an aggressive weight reduction effort reduces weight on the aircraft while maintaining existing system characteristics, operational and acoustic capabilities. This synopsis is for informational purposes only. Numbered Note 22 applies.