Department of Administrative ServicesIssuing agency·Des Moines, IA·via Iowa Department of Administrative ServicesAircraft for Law Enforcement Operations
The bidder must provide a turn-key deliverable of one new 2026 model or later single-engine land airplane, all-metal, fixed tricycle landing gear, 6-cylinder internal combustion engine, with a standard airworthiness certificate. The aircraft must meet specified performance requirements including a range of at least 900 nautical miles, cruise true air speed of at least 140 knots at 6,000 feet, useful load of at least 900 pounds, and maximum gross weight of at least 3,100 pounds. The bidder must install specified avionics (Garmin G1000 NXi or newer, ADS-B, TAWS-B, etc.), police mission equipment (TDFM 9000 radio with antennas), and ensure all work meets FAA standards. Delivery must be within 24 months of award, with training, testing, and documentation provided.
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Source: Iowa DAS Procurement (bid 005-RFB-3160-2027), retrieved via Iowa Department of Administrative Services. View the official posting, and always confirm requirements and deadlines with the issuing agency.
