Opportunity
Saskatchewan Tenders #9123
Procurement of Up to Four Multi-Engine Turbo Prop Pressurized Aircraft for Saskatchewan Air Ambulance
Posted
June 03, 2026
Respond By
July 08, 2026
Identifier
9123
NAICS
336411, 611512
The Government of Saskatchewan, through the Ministry of SaskBuilds and Procurement and Saskatchewan Air Ambulance (SAA), is seeking proposals for the manufacture and supply of up to four new multi-engine turbo prop pressurized aircraft to modernize its air ambulance fleet. - Government Buyer: - Government of Saskatchewan - Ministry of SaskBuilds and Procurement - Saskatchewan Air Ambulance (SAA) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEM mandated; aircraft must use Pratt & Whitney PT6A engines - Current fleet uses Beechcraft King Air B200 (Textron Aviation), but alternatives are welcome - Products/Services Requested: - Up to four new multi-engine turbo prop pressurized aircraft - Must be Canadian registered - Equipped with Pratt & Whitney PT6A engines - Capable of flight into known icing, operation from unpaved runways - Must include flight data monitoring and brake de-ice system - Configured for medical transport - Pilot and Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) initial type-specific training - Training to begin before first aircraft completion; additional training may be requested - Warranty and parts supply included - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Aircraft must meet specific performance, size, and certification requirements - Delivery is FCA supplier's location; Government of Saskatchewan responsible for transport to Saskatoon - Contract term is six years, with options for two additional two-year extensions - Completion dates for aircraft range from March 2029 to March 2030
Description
This Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the Government of Saskatchewan, Ministry of SaskBuilds and Procurement, Saskatchewan Air Ambulance, invites submissions for the manufacture and supply of up to four new multi-engine turbo prop pressurized aircraft. The procurement supports a five-year aircraft fleet replacement plan to enhance safety and dispatch reliability. The current fleet consists of four Beechcraft King Air B200 models configured with medical interiors for patient and medical crew transport across Saskatchewan. An optional virtual proponent meeting is scheduled to provide additional information about the procurement process and deliverables.