California eProcure #26-0060-IFB

California DOJ Solicits Maintenance & Repair for Cessna Law Enforcement Aircraft Fleet

The California Department of Justice, Division of Law Enforcement, Bureau of Investigation is seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive maintenance and repair services for its law enforcement aircraft fleet. - Government Buyer: - Department of Justice, Division of Law Enforcement, Bureau of Investigation (Aviation Program) - Aircraft and Equipment (OEMs highlighted): - Cessna (OEM): - Models: 182P (2 units), 182T (3 units), 206, T207A - All aircraft are single-engine, modified for law enforcement with observer windows, seats, and surveillance equipment - Garmin (OEM): - Avionics: Garmin 530, Garmin TAS systems - NAT (OEM): - Audio Interphone Panels - Law enforcement FM radios and GyroCam Surveillance Camera system (OEMs not specified) - Products/Services Requested: - Aircraft maintenance and repair for Cessna 182P, 182T, 206, and T207A - 100-hour and annual inspections, 24-month transponder checks, pitot static tests, 50-hour oil/filter changes - Avionics maintenance (hourly rate), scheduled and unscheduled shop labor (hourly rate) - Emergency Aircraft on Ground (AOG) response within 24 hours - Maintenance of logbooks, compliance with FAA and manufacturer requirements, and installation/maintenance of specialized law enforcement avionics and radios - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Contractor must have FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic and Inspection Authorization (IA) certifications - Minimum 2,000 hours of piston aircraft maintenance experience required - Strict compliance with FAA Airworthiness Directives and service bulletins - Penalties for delays and non-performance - Estimated 250 hours per year of shop labor for five aircraft - Parts and freight reimbursed separately - Contract term is two years, with possible extension

Description

The State of California, Department of Justice, Division of Law Enforcement, Bureau of Investigation is soliciting bids for aircraft maintenance and repair services. The contract term is anticipated to be two years, from September 1, 2026 through August 31, 2028. The contractor must maintain and repair various Cessna aircraft in accordance with FAA and manufacturer requirements, including inspections, repairs, and maintenance logbook management. The solicitation includes a non-mandatory pre-bid conference and requires bidders to notify the contact person upon bid submission.

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