Kentucky Community And Technical College System Bidlocker #KCT-01444

FAA-Certified Electric Aircraft and Training for Madisonville Community College Aviation Program

This opportunity involves the procurement of an FAA-certified electric aircraft and related equipment for Madisonville Community College's aviation training program. - Government Buyer: - Kentucky Community & Technical College System (KCTCS), Madisonville Community College, Procurement to Payment Department - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - Pipistrel (manufacturer of Velis Electro aircraft and chargers) - Products/Services Requested: - 2022 Velis Electro FAA-LSA Category Demo Unit (1 unit) - Demo aircraft with less than 100 hours, delivered with current annual and 100-hour inspection, and battery pack with SOH enhancement - ATC 24 travel trailer for Velis Electro (1 unit) - Includes ETrack rail system, 110V outlet, solar power, interior LED lighting, and all fixtures for safe transport - Pipistrel charger, single phase unit (1 unit) - Pipistrel charger, 3-phase unit (2 units) - Aircraft delivery to Madisonville KY Airport (includes unloading and assembly) - Onsite end-user training for up to 3 college technicians (aircraft unloading, assembly, logbook entries, ground operation, first flight) - Onsite training workshop (flight training for 2 instructors/students, maintenance training for up to 3 technicians, minimum two days) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Aircraft must be FAA-certified for flight training in the U.S. - Demo unit must have less than 100 hours and current inspections - Delivery required prior to May 31, 2026; training completed by June 30, 2026 - All transportation charges prepaid; price must include delivery - Training must be conducted onsite at the college/airport - Includes both flight and maintenance training for staff and students - Place of Performance/Delivery: - Madisonville Community College, 2000 College Drive, Madisonville, KY 42431 - Madisonville KY Airport (delivery/unloading/assembly location)

Description

The Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS) is soliciting bids for an Electro Aircraft to be used in the MCC Aviation Training program for student training and learning. The aircraft must be certified by the Federal Aviation Administration for flight training in the United States. Bids must be submitted by April 10, 2026, and should include the best net price with delivery to the specified department address. The procurement will be awarded based on best value.

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