Cessna 206H - fixed wing aircraft

The Florida State Guard (FSG), under the Department of Military Affairs, is seeking to procure up to two (2) Cessna 206H fixed-wing aircraft through a Request for Proposal (RFP) designated as FSG-RFP-24/25-1017. The aircraft will support critical aviation missions including utility transport, casualty evacuation, and reconnaissance/patrol operations. Specific requirements mandate that the aircraft must be from model year 2015 or newer, with less than 3,000 total aircraft hours and 1,500 engine hours. Detailed specifications include standard features, advanced avionics such as Garmin G10100, GTX345R Transponder with ADS-B, and an Autopilot System, along with specific interior and exterior equipment requirements. The proposal evaluation will be comprehensive, with points allocated across technical response (625 points), past performance (30 points), and price (345 points), totaling 1,000 possible points. Key procurement dates include a February 25, 2025 deadline for submitting acknowledgment forms and written questions, with proposals due March 4, 2025, and a public proposal opening at 2:00 PM EST. The FSG will conduct a pre-buy inspection at a mutually determined location, with the awarded vendor responsible for aircraft transportation for inspection, and delivery must occur within 30 days of contract award.

The RFP does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The estimated total expenditure for this procurement is approximately $8,000,000, with the contract allowing for the purchase of up to two aircraft. The Price Sheet (Attachment D) requires respondents to complete yellow-highlighted cells, with separate pricing submissions required if proposing multiple aircraft. Vendors must provide firm pricing that encompasses all costs and fees associated with the aircraft, including a breakdown of the Cessna 206H aircraft cost with included equipment and an optional delivery cost. The proposal requires comprehensive company information, including name, address, contact details, and an authorized signature certifying the binding nature of the submitted prices. Delivery of the aircraft is expected within 30 days of contract award or as mutually agreed upon between the FSG and the successful vendor.