Rolls Royce Turbine and Compressor Insp and Repair Trooper 2

The Michigan State Police Aviation Unit is issuing a Request for Proposal for the 2,000-hour inspection and repair of a Rolls Royce Model 250-C47B turbine engine (Serial Number CAE-848724) intended for Bell Helicopter 407 Trooper 2. The procurement encompasses replacement of first and second turbine wheels with new parts, restoration of other turbine components per maintenance manual specifications, compressor assembly inspection, gearbox external inspection with double lip seal replacement, engine and combustion section build kits, and test cell runs, with all work performed in compliance with FAA regulations and Rolls Royce C47B maintenance manual Chapter 72-00-00 specifications. Bidders must submit detailed quotes broken down by labor costs, parts replacement (both known and estimated unknown costs), and rework estimates for turbine, compressor, and gearbox components, with all shipping charges to and from the overhaul facility included in the total bid price. The RFP was posted on April 28, 2023, with written questions due by May 3, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. Eastern, answers to be posted by May 5, 2023, and proposals due by May 12, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. Eastern. The anticipated contract commencement is May 19, 2023, with delivery of the inspected and repaired engine required by approximately October 1, 2023. No site visits or bidders' conferences are scheduled. The contract will be awarded to the responsive and responsible bidder meeting all RFP requirements and offering the lowest overall price.

To be eligible to bid, contractors must be Authorized Rolls Royce Maintenance Centers and must include their Rolls Royce Certificate number in the proposal; no subcontractors are permitted and no alternate bids will be accepted. Contractor personnel will be subject to fingerprint-based background checks and may be required to wear state-issued identification badges. Standard manufacturer warranty applies, and bidders must submit detailed warranty information with their proposals. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the Michigan.gov/SIGMAVSS system. The RFP does not specify any set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, minority-owned businesses, or other protected categories. No incumbent vendor or budget range is disclosed in the procurement documents. This specialized procurement is restricted to qualified, certified repair facilities capable of performing complex turbine engine overhaul work to exacting FAA and manufacturer standards.