Description
The State of Minnesota is seeking a vendor to provide aircraft flight services to support water/retardant/gel application for fire suppression by an airplane approved for use as a single engine, amphibious aircraft (a single engine water scooping air tanker). The contract term is anticipated to be from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2030. Responders must submit their bids through the SWIFT Supplier Portal. The State desires open and fair competition, and any evidence of collusion among responders will be reported to the Minnesota Attorney General.
• Key requirements include:
• Providing aircraft flight services for fire suppression
• Meeting the specifications detailed in Exhibit C: Specifications, Duties, and Scope of Work – Supplement 1
• Submitting a completed Exhibit D: Price Schedule
• Providing proof of current 14 CFR Part 137 Operating Certificate
• Providing proof of U.S. registration of the proposed aircraft
• Submitting a sample of any transaction documents proposed for use under the resulting contract