Rolls Royce Turbine and Compressor Insp and Repair Trooper 3

The Michigan State Police Aviation Unit issued this Request for Proposal on April 24, 2023, for comprehensive turbine and compressor inspection and repair services on a Rolls Royce Model 250-C47B/8 engine assembly for Bell Helicopter 407 (Trooper 3). The scope of work includes a 2,000-hour engine inspection, replacement of turbine wheels (1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th stages with new parts), compressor assembly inspection, gearbox inspection and seal replacement, engine and combustion section rebuilds, and test cell runs in full compliance with Rolls Royce 250-C47B/8 maintenance manual Chapter 72-00-00 specifications. Bidders must submit detailed quotes broken down by labor, known parts replacement, estimated unknown parts replacement, and rework estimates, with all shipping costs to and from the overhaul facility included in the bid total. The bidder question deadline was April 27, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. Eastern, with answers posted by May 1, 2023, and the proposal submission deadline is May 8, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. Eastern, with an anticipated contract begin date of May 15, 2023, and delivery of the overhauled engine due approximately August 1, 2023. Evaluation will consider the responsive and responsible bidder offering the lowest overall price, with the State reserving the right to consider prior performance and overall economic impact to Michigan in its award decision. Contractors must maintain Commercial General Liability Insurance ($1,000,000 per occurrence), Automobile Liability Insurance ($1,000,000 per accident), Workers' Compensation coverage, and Employers Liability Insurance ($500,000 per accident), and all personnel accessing State facilities must pass fingerprint-based background checks.

This procurement is restricted to Authorized Rolls Royce Maintenance Centers only, and no alternate bids or subcontractors are permitted; bidders must include their Rolls Royce Certificate number in their submissions. No set-asides for disadvantaged enterprises or other minority designations are identified in the solicitation, and no incumbent vendor information is provided. The RFP does not specify a particular budget range or estimated award value; however, contracts valued at $250,000 or greater require State Administrative Board approval, suggesting the anticipated contract value may fall within or exceed this threshold. Standard manufacturer warranty applies, and bidders must provide detailed warranty information including length of coverage, reporting procedures, repair timelines, and confirmation that manufacturer warranties pass through to the State. The contract incorporates standard terms and conditions addressing contractor duties, indemnification, confidentiality, records retention for four years post-contract, and compliance with Michigan and federal labor, antidiscrimination, and environmental laws.