Beechcraft King Air 350/360 aircraft

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the technical specifications for the purchase of one or more new or used Beechcraft King Air 350/360 aircraft by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). These aircraft will be utilized as multi-role aircraft for deploying government personnel and equipment in both foreign and domestic areas.

• Aircraft must be a Twin Engine Turboprop, new or used, commercially available.

• Minimum seating for 2 crew members and 8 passengers.

• Must be configured with a cargo door (standard door considered).

• Must have long endurance operation capability.

• All factory standard equipment required, unless otherwise noted.

• Aircraft must meet specific FAA certifications, including Part 23, Airworthiness Standards (Normal, Utility, Acrobatic, Commuter), day/night VFR/IFR, flight into known icing conditions, and RVSM certification.

• Specific avionics systems required, including Collins Pro Line Fusion or Garmin G1000NXi, with detailed component specifications.

• Aircraft configuration includes a large, pressurized cabin/cargo area (min 350 cu ft), removable passenger seats, and specific baggage/storage space (min 53 cu ft) and weight capacity (min 550 lbs).

• Cargo door opening must be at least 52 inches by 49 inches.

• Additional equipment may include Extended Range Fuel Tanks and Heavy Weight Certification Option, 24 Inch Extended Pedestal, and Aft Cabin Stub Partition/Privacy Curtain/Baggage Web.

• New Aircraft Condition/Age: Max 15 hours total time airframe and engines.

• Used Aircraft Condition/Age: Manufactured in 2016 or newer, less than 5,000 hours total time airframe/engine, less than 4,000 total landings/cycles, with at least 50% operational time remaining before overhaul.

• Delivery: New aircraft within 12 months of order; used aircraft within 6 months of purchase.

• Warranty: Specific terms for new aircraft (structure, airframe parts, avionics, engines, propellers) and used aircraft (meeting contract requirements, transfer of remaining factory warranty).

• Not explicitly detailed in this specification document.

• Not explicitly detailed in this specification document.

• Technical publications (maintenance manuals, wiring manuals, illustrated parts manuals) are required, with a one-year revision subscription.

• Training for pilots (type rating, initial course) and maintenance (initial course) is required.

• No Government Furnished Equipment is anticipated.

• A single point of contact must be designated by the contractor.

Sources Sought Notice

This notice is issued by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Aviation Division to gather information from potential sources regarding the acquisition of a new or used Beechcraft King Air 350/360 aircraft. This is not a request for proposals, and the government is not obligated to award a contract at this time. The information gathered will help the DEA facilitate its decision-making process for a future solicitation.

• The DEA is seeking information on the availability and capabilities related to Beechcraft King Air 350/360 aircraft (new or used).

• A draft "Specifications" document outlining minimum functionality requirements is attached and referenced.

• Interested vendors should submit a technical description of their capabilities, including technical capability and relevant past performance.

• A Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) pricing and estimated delivery time for the aircraft are required.

• Vendors should also submit comments or questions regarding the draft "Specifications" document in a separate attachment.

• Responses are due via email to Christopher.L.Cooper@dea.gov and Ryan.F.Burke@dea.gov.

• All responsible businesses, including small businesses, are encouraged to respond.

• The DEA will not be responsible for any costs incurred in responding to this notice.

• Unsolicited proposals or offers will not be considered.

• Questions concerning the composition and requirements for a future solicitation will not be accepted at this time.