Factory new kodiak 100 aircraft with factory standard avionics

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) is seeking competitive bids for the outright purchase and delivery of one (1) factory new current model (2022 or 2023) Kodiak 100 aircraft with specified equipment for the Florida Forest Service. The Invitation to Bid (ITB) includes detailed technical specifications for the aircraft, optional equipment, installation requirements, training, and delivery by June 30, 2023. Sealed bids are due by August 26, 2022 at 5:00 PM ET, with a public bid opening scheduled for August 29, 2022 at 10:15 AM ET via teleconference. FDACS intends to make a single award to the responsive and responsible bidder with the lowest firm fixed price. The ITB requires bidders to provide their firm fixed price for the aircraft and optional equipment on the provided pricing sheet, and submit certifications regarding scrutinized companies, lobbying, debarment, and a drug-free workplace program. Non-Florida based businesses are required to provide a written legal opinion on state preference laws.

The contract will be awarded to serve the jurisdictions of Leon County and Tampa City in Florida. FDACS reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to negotiate with a single responsive vendor if less than two bids are received. The contract may include provisions for FDACS to purchase additional quantities under the awarded contract. No information is provided regarding any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, nor is there information on any listed incumbent vendors or current contractors, or existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The ITB does not specify a budget range or award value.