Factory New Bell 212 Tail Rotor Blades (Re-Bid)

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) is seeking competitive bids for the procurement of specialized aviation components through an Invitation to Bid (ITB) released on June 2, 2025. Specifically, the procurement involves two Factory New Bell 212 Tail Rotor Blades with Part Number 212-010-750-133 and two Factory New Bell 212 Tail Rotor Blades with Part Number 412-016-100-111, targeting the Florida Forest Service located in Tallahassee. Each rotor blade must be accompanied by a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Form 8130.3 Certificate, demonstrating compliance with aviation standards. The bid is scheduled to close on June 23, 2025, at 5:00 PM Eastern Time, with a public bid opening teleconference planned for June 24, 2025, at 9:00 AM. All procured items must be delivered to the Florida Forest Service by September 5, 2025, and the contract will be awarded to the responsive and responsible vendor submitting the lowest Grand Total Price.

The procurement opportunity appears open to all qualified vendors, with specific requirements for documentation and compliance. Potential bidders must complete and submit several mandatory attachments, including an Acknowledgement Form, Price Sheet, and various certifications covering areas such as lobbying, debarment, drug-free workplace, and forced labor prevention. Non-Florida vendors are required to provide an attorney's opinion regarding business preferences. The FDACS reserves significant discretionary powers, including the ability to add or reduce quantities and potentially make a single award or no award based on state interests. While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are explicitly mentioned, vendors must demonstrate comprehensive compliance with state procurement regulations. Pricing must be firm and inclusive of all associated charges, with no separate delivery fees permitted, and the contract's execution remains contingent upon annual legislative appropriation.