Georgia Supplier Systems #DNR0000845

Georgia DNR Solicits One Bell 429 Helicopter (No Substitutes)

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking bids for a one-time purchase of a Bell 429 Helicopter for its Aviation Unit. - Government Buyer: - Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Commissioner's Office, Program Support Division - Issuing officer: Elizabeth Alexander - Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM): - Bell (sole-source, no substitutes permitted) - Vendors: - Only Bell is specified as the manufacturer; bids must be submitted by suppliers registered in Team Georgia Marketplace - Products Requested: - One (1) Bell 429 Helicopter (twin-engine, basic aircraft) - Equipped with: Emergency Locator Transmitter, rotor brake, wire strike protection system, first aid kit, fire extinguisher, advanced Garmin avionics (GTN-750/650), Honeywell radar altimeter, articulated landing light, dual pilot controls, 4th axis autopilot, rescue hoist (Goodrich, 600 lb), cargo hook (3,000 lb), special seating/interior, NVG modifications, weather data link, and more - FAA certified, delivered and accepted at Bell Facility in Piney Flats, Tennessee - Includes Bell standard warranty (3 years/1,000 hours) - Services Requested: - Initial and maintenance training slots for DNR personnel (ground, flight, avionics, and field maintenance) - Incoming/final services, certification engineering - Unique/Notable Requirements: - No alternative brands or models accepted (sole-brand justification: existing Bell maintenance training, parts inventory, tooling, and service contracts) - Delivery location: GA DNR Program Support Division, Atlanta, GA; inspection and acceptance at Bell Facility, Piney Flats, TN - Electronic bid submission required via Team Georgia Marketplace - Manufacturer warranty paperwork and tax compliance form required - Estimated Contract Value: - Up to $10,400,000 - Place of Performance/Delivery: - Bell Facility, Piney Flats, Tennessee (inspection/acceptance) - GA DNR Program Support Division, Atlanta, GA (delivery) - Period of Performance: - One-time purchase; delivery due shortly after solicitation closes; includes 3-year/1,000-hour warranty

Description

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources is soliciting bids to establish a contract for the purchase of one Bell 429 Helicopter with no substitutes allowed. The helicopter will be used by the DNR Aviation Unit for various operations including search and rescue, personnel transport, aerial firefighting, and biology research support across the state. Bidders must be registered in the TEAM GEORGIA MARKETPLACE and submit bids electronically. The procurement includes specific equipment and certification requirements, and the contract value is up to $10.4 million.

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