Cessna Caravan 208 - Fixed Wing Aircraft

The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) to establish a contract to purchase one (1) model year 2008 or newer Cessna Caravan 208, a fixed-wing aircraft. The RFP provides detailed technical specifications for the aircraft, including requirements for the engine, avionics, interior, and exterior. Respondents may submit proposals for more than one Cessna Caravan 208, and the total price for the aircraft and included equipment shall not exceed $2,295,000. Proposals are due on February 20, 2024 by 2:00 PM ET, and the Department will conduct a pre-buy inspection of the aircraft and equipment prior to acceptance. The contract term shall be for a period of up to one (1) year from the date of contract execution or issuance of the purchase order, with no option to renew. Delivery of the aircraft by the Contractor is optional for the Department, and the Department will not be responsible for any travel expenses of the Contractor. Respondents must be authorized to conduct business in Florida and have the necessary experience and capability to provide the requested products and services.

The RFP is open to the state of Florida, as well as Leon County and the City of Tallahassee. There are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The Department reserves the right to award the contract to the responsive and responsible Respondent submitting the most advantageous proposal based on the evaluation criteria. The Department has not provided any information on incumbent vendors or current contractors, and the RFP does not mention any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration.