Tactical Flight Officer Station Install

The Washington State Patrol (WSP) is conducting a Request for Qualifications and Quotations (RFQQ) for a Tactical Flight Officer Station Retrofit project targeting a 2025 Cessna T206 aircraft. The primary objective is to install specialized law enforcement equipment, including thermal imaging cameras, recording devices, downlink equipment, tactical radio systems, and laser range finders. Contractors must provide FAA certified technicians with at least 15 years of experience in aircraft modifications and system integration, and either be an authorized FAA repair station or employ/subcontract with Garmin Certified Technicians. The project requires the installation of equipment such as seat rail extensions, monitor mounts, wiring, and hardware, with WSP providing most of the specialized law enforcement equipment. Key procurement dates include a virtual bidder's conference on February 26, 2025, from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM Pacific Time, with written questions due by February 28, 2025, and proposal submissions due by March 17, 2025, at 4:00 PM Pacific Time. The performance period for this contract runs from April 1, 2025, to June 30, 2025, with potential extensions at WSP's discretion.

The solicitation includes several set-aside and preference provisions that favor small businesses and veteran-owned enterprises. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder from a Small Business or Veteran Owned Business, provided their cost proposal does not exceed the average of all bids by more than 10%. Additionally, a 2% bid preference will be given to bidders who certify they do not require mandatory individual arbitration clauses for employees. Preference points are available for veteran-owned businesses (10%) and OMWBE certified businesses (10%). The maximum funding available for this project is $115,000, with WSP expecting to retrofit a single Cessna T206 aircraft with comprehensive law enforcement technology. Successful contractors must demonstrate the ability to obtain all necessary FAA approvals for the equipment installations and integrate the new systems seamlessly with existing aircraft infrastructure.