North Dakota State College of Science (NDSCS) has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB #25-006) for Aviation Maintenance Training Systems, targeting procurement of specialized educational equipment for aviation maintenance training. The solicitation seeks a Runnable 6 Cylinder Reciprocating Engine on Engine Test Stand with carburetor, a Basic Electricity Trainer, and an Aircraft Wiring & Maintenance Practices Trainer. Bidders must provide three references from Higher Educational Institutions with prior similar equipment purchases and demonstrate compliance with all ITB terms and conditions. Evaluation criteria will include price, equivalent function/quality, warranty, availability/delivery date, and alignment with specified requirements. Key procurement dates include a questions deadline of February 24, 2025 at 12:00 PM CT, with final bids due by March 6, 2025 at 2:00 PM CT. The equipment must be delivered and invoiced by June 1, 2025 to the Fargo Jet Center, with specific delivery instructions noting a liftgate is required due to the absence of a loading dock. Payment terms are net 30 days after delivery and acceptance, with an option to pay via purchasing card without additional processing fees. While no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor types are explicitly mentioned, the procurement appears focused on educational institutions and vendors specializing in aviation maintenance training equipment. The contract has no renewal options and will be awarded to the most responsive and responsible bidder meeting the specified criteria. Delivery is to be made to 1756 23rd Ave N, Fargo, ND 58102, with NDSCS holding a sales tax exemption (number E-5417). Though a specific budget range is not disclosed, the detailed technical specifications suggest a specialized procurement potentially involving significant investment in advanced training systems. The solicitation indicates a comprehensive approach to acquiring high-quality, functional aviation maintenance training equipment that meets the specific educational needs of the North Dakota State College of Science's aviation program.
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