Bell 212 Tail Rotor Blades

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for the procurement of Bell 212 Tail Rotor Blades, specifically seeking to acquire 2 Tail Rotor Blades Part Number 212-010-750-133 and 2 Tail Rotor Blades Part Number 412-016-100-111, all of which must be factory new with FAA Form 8130.3 Certification. The solicitation, focused on Leon County, requires delivery of these components to the Florida Forest Service in Tallahassee by June 30, 2025. Sealed bids are due on May 14, 2025, at 5:00 PM, with a public bid opening scheduled for May 15, 2025, at 9:00 AM via teleconference. Evaluation criteria will primarily focus on the lowest Grand Total Price, with potential preferences given to Florida-based businesses. Vendors must comply with multiple certification requirements, including drug-free workplace, forced labor, and vendor responsibility certifications. The Department reserves the right to make a single award or no award based on what is deemed in the best interest of the State.

The procurement opportunity appears to have several set-aside considerations and vendor restrictions, including potential preferences for Florida-based businesses, certified minority businesses, and vendors with drug-free workplace programs. Vendors must demonstrate compliance with E-Verify requirements and anti-boycott provisions, as well as various state and federal regulatory standards. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the solicitation is subject to annual appropriation by the Florida Legislature. The procurement is being administered through the Vendor Information Portal (VIP), which suggests a structured and transparent bidding process. Potential bidders must carefully review all documentation and ensure full compliance with the specified technical requirements, certifications, and legal standards. The procurement is specifically targeted at supplying critical aerospace components for what appears to be state aviation operations, with a clear emphasis on obtaining high-quality, factory-new equipment that meets stringent certification standards.