UH-1D Single Engine Rotary Wing Aircraft

The Florida State Guard (FSG), under the Department of Military Affairs, is seeking proposals for up to two Bell UH-1D single engine rotary wing aircraft through RFP No. FSG-RFP-24/25-1007. The procurement targets multi-role utility transport helicopters to support aviation support missions including utility transport, casualty evacuation, reconnaissance, and patrol. Specific aircraft requirements include less than 10,000 total flight hours, a minimum of 60% remaining time until the next 5-year/3,000-hour inspection, and current manufacturer-recommended maintenance status. The helicopters must feature comprehensive avionics packages including dual flight directors, Garmin 600/700 series navigation systems, dual VHF communications, transponder with ADS-B capability, radar altimeters, and GPS systems. Evaluation criteria will be weighted across price (345 points), technical response (525 points), and past performance (30 points), with a pre-buy inspection required to examine aircraft, logbooks, maintenance history, and certifications. Key dates include a November 22, 2024 deadline for written questions, a December 13, 2024 proposal submission deadline at 1:00 PM EST, a proposal opening conference call at 3:00 PM EST the same day, and an anticipated notice of intent to award on December 23, 2024.

The RFP does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged businesses, though vendors must be registered in the MyFloridaMarketPlace (MFMP) Vendor Information Portal and Business Network to submit proposals. Delivery of the aircraft is expected within 180 days of contract award, with the delivery location specified as Lakeland Linder International Airport. The estimated expenditure for this procurement is approximately $8,000,000, with financial consequences of $500 per day assessed for late delivery beyond the agreed-upon timeline. Vendors must submit a separate price sheet for each aircraft, with pricing including all associated costs and fees such as transaction fees, miscellaneous expenses, and travel. The Department reserves the right to reject all proposals and re-solicit if deemed in the best interest of the State. Proposals must be electronically submitted through the specified portal, with technical support available through the MFMP Customer Service Desk.