NCFS Aviation Plane 25 Cessna 185 Paint

The State of North Carolina, through the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, NC Forestry Service, is soliciting bids for a contract to provide painting services for a 1985 Cessna A185F airplane used in aerial firefighting and patrolling. The intent of the Invitation for Bid (IFB) is to award an Agency Contract to paint the plane, designated as Plane 25 (N735DN), as the current 37-year-old paint is wearing off and peeling. The scope of work includes preparing the aircraft, chemical stripping, cleaning, priming, painting with polyurethane, reassembling flight controls, and applying decals and logos. The bid opening date is August 12, 2024 at 2:00 PM ET, with a contract award to be made at a later date. The IFB provides detailed pricing requirements, including additional optional charges for items such as additional body work, specialized finishes, and mechanic services.

The contract will be awarded to the responsive vendor submitting the lowest priced bid that meets the stated specifications. The IFB requires vendors to provide financial stability certification, HUB participation information, and customer references. There are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The IFB does not specify any incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor does it provide any information on existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The budget for this contract is not disclosed in the provided documents.