T3143 - Maintenance of Aircraft, Parts & Service

The State of New Jersey, specifically the Department of the Treasury's Division of Purchase and Property, is conducting a competitive bid solicitation (T3143) for comprehensive aircraft maintenance, parts, and service on behalf of the New Jersey State Police Aviation Bureau and the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Forest Fire Service. The procurement covers maintenance services for a diverse fleet of 18 aircraft, including Bell (206, 205/UH-1H, 47G2), Cessna (182, U206G), Piper Super Cub, and Agusta AW139 helicopter models. Contractors must be FAA repair station certified and capable of performing extensive maintenance tasks such as airframe and engine inspections, avionics repair, re-certification, and emergency service response within one hour of an Aircraft on Ground (AOG) situation. The bid includes 144 price lines grouped into four aircraft groups, with the state intending to award one or more contracts per group, ranking contractors as primary and secondary providers. Key evaluation criteria include technical capabilities, pricing using a weighted consumption model, and comprehensive documentation of parts and service capabilities. The solicitation timeline includes an optional pre-quote conference on March 14, 2025, electronic questions accepted until March 26, 2025, and quote submissions due by May 14, 2025, with a potential three-year contract term and possible extensions.

The procurement encourages participation from small, woman-owned, minority-owned, veteran-owned, and disabled veteran-owned businesses, with vendors required to be registered on NJSTART, the state's procurement platform. A maximum 10% markup on parts is permitted, and contractors must provide manufacturer-approved components and maintain detailed service records. Bidders must complete extensive documentation, including an Ownership Disclosure Form, Disclosure of Investigations Form, and certifications regarding non-discriminatory practices and international investment activities. While no specific incumbent vendors are listed, the solicitation covers aircraft located at multiple New Jersey facilities, including Statewide locations, Coyle Field in Chatsworth, and Aeroflex Airport in Andover. The comprehensive pricing structure allows for various maintenance service rates, including hourly labor for engine, airframe, avionics, and instrument repair, with the state explicitly noting no guaranteed work volume. Potential contractors must demonstrate robust capabilities across multiple aircraft platforms, with the ability to provide comprehensive maintenance solutions for the state's diverse aviation fleet. The procurement emphasizes transparency, compliance, and technical expertise as key selection criteria.