UNSPSC 25131800: Specialty aircraft

UNSPSC 25131800 Specialty aircraft is a Class code encompassing rotorcraft procurement and helicopter-related services that state and local governments buy for operational and emergency-response needs. Recent solicitations show the code capturing both aircraft acquisition and specialized support services — engine maintenance, repairs, leasing arrangements, and survey operations. Issuing bodies range across state natural-resources agencies, county and city emergency-response departments, and fire protection districts. The Consolidated Fire Protection District of Los Angeles County, City of Tampa Police Department Aviation Division, Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, and State of Georgia Department of Natural Resources represent the kinds of jurisdictions active in this space, with public-safety aviation and natural-resource management as primary drivers.

Recent activity spans Georgia, California, Florida, and Oregon. The State of Georgia Department of Natural Resources issued an eRFQ on April 17, 2026 (due May 4, 2026) for one Bell 429 Helicopter with no substitutes permitted under the State Purchasing Act. The City of Tampa Police Department Aviation Division conducted an ITB (due April 20, 2026) valued at $275,000 annually ($562,000 total across potential renewals) for Rolls-Royce helicopter engine support services, including overhaul, repair, parts supply, and field service labor for Model 250 series engines; the procurement was sheltered for Small Local Business Enterprises with a 5 percent bid discount available. The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife issued an intermediate procurement (due March 25, 2026) for up to 70 hours of helicopter survey services, including aircraft, experienced pilots, and fuel support, with proposals evaluated on cost (20 points), references (15 points), service understanding (20 points), and qualifications (45 points combined). The Consolidated Fire Protection District of Los Angeles County issued an Invitation for Bids on June 10, 2026 (due July 6, 2026) for a three-year helitanker and intelligence helicopter lease and service agreement with two optional one-year extensions, subject to funding availability with no contract award guarantee.