DNR One (1) New, Model 2024 or Newer, Never Registered, Multi-Engine or Single Turbine Engine Powered Fixed-Wing Airplane with a High-Wing…

The Ohio Department of Administrative Services has established an Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) for the procurement of a specialized aircraft for the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), Division of Wildlife. This competitive selection contract enables the acquisition of a new, multi-engine or single turbine engine fixed-wing airplane with specific requirements, including a high-wing configuration and a minimum Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW) of 4,387 pounds. The aircraft is designed to support critical wildlife management activities such as wildlife surveys, aerial biotelemetry, fish and wildlife law enforcement, habitat mapping, and aerial imaging, replacing existing 1983 and 1985 Partenavia P68C model airplanes.

Ameravia, Inc. has been awarded the contract (OTB028374) through a competitive selection process managed by the State of Ohio's Department of Administrative Services. The contract is effective from April 11, 2025, with a completion date of September 30, 2025, covering the state of Ohio. The contract includes provisions for a manufacturer's warranty on the airframe, installed equipment, and labor, with a minimum one-year coverage. The aircraft must be a 2024 or newer model, feature a 6-seat configuration, and be equipped with a Garmin G1000NXi Avionics package, along with various specialized equipment. Delivery is scheduled no later than September 30, 2025, to the Ohio Division of Wildlife's Aviation Section in Columbus.