This bid is for one new, fully equipped patrol aircraft for Des Moines, Iowa, with the listed address at 1305 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50319.
Due
December 5, 2026
27 days left
Location
Des Moines, IA
Iowa
Posted on
bidopportunities.iowa.gov
Notice ID
005-RFB-3160-2027
Please quote one new, fully equipped patrol aircraft for delivery to 1305 E Walnut St, Des Moines, Iowa 50319.
Aircraft: 2026 or newer; all-metal, high-wing, single-engine airplane with fixed tricycle landing gear, at least four seats, a normally aspirated six-cylinder engine of at least 230 hp using 100LL fuel, and at least 2,000 hours between overhauls.
Performance: At least 900 nautical miles of range, 140 knots true airspeed at 6,000 feet, 900 pounds of useful load, 3,100 pounds maximum gross weight, and an 18,100-foot certified ceiling; landing stall speed no greater than 54 KCAS.
Configuration: Three-blade constant-speed propeller; heated cabin at least 42 inches wide, 47 inches high, and 11 feet 2 inches long; dual controls, shoulder harnesses, and intercom connections at every seat supporting LEMO and dual plugs.
Electronics: Garmin G1000 NXi or newer, synthetic vision, search-and-rescue capability or option, GTX 345 or newer with ADS-B In/Out, TAWS-B, GFC 700 or newer autopilot, GDL 60, backup EFIS, and Artex ELT 1000 or newer with GPS interface.
Installation: All equipment new and FAA-approved, maintaining standard airworthiness certification; 28-volt electrical system providing at least 95 amps and enough capacity for all installed equipment.
Delivery coverage: Completed aircraft within 24 months of order; aircraft coverage of at least two years and 1,000 flight hours, two-year avionics coverage, three-year propeller coverage, and one-year paint and interior coverage.
Please confirm availability and send your quote by December 5, 2026.
The original documents
Deadline: December 5, 2026
Specification for Law Enforcement AircraftPDF ยท 6 pages
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What they need
AircraftModel year 2026 or newer; all-metal, high-wing, single-engine airplane with fixed tricycle landing gear, four seats minimum, and a normally aspirated six-cylinder engine rated at least 230 hp, compatible with 100LL fuel, with a minimum 2,000-hour overhaul interval.
PerformanceMinimum 900-nautical-mile range, 140-knot true airspeed at 6,000 feet, 900-pound useful load, 3,100-pound maximum gross weight, and 18,100-foot certified ceiling; landing-configuration stall speed no greater than 54 KCAS.
ConfigurationThree-blade constant-speed propeller; heated cabin measuring at least 42 inches wide, 47 inches high, and 11 feet 2 inches long; dual flight controls; shoulder harnesses; and intercom connections at every seat supporting LEMO and dual plugs.
AvionicsGarmin G1000 NXi or newer, synthetic vision, search-and-rescue capability/option, GTX 345 or newer with ADS-B In/Out, TAWS-B, GFC 700 or newer autopilot, GDL 60, backup EFIS, and Artex ELT 1000 or newer with GPS interface.
IntegrationAll equipment new and FAA-approved, maintaining standard airworthiness certification; 28V electrical system with at least 95 amps and sufficient capacity for all installed equipment. Separately price optional TDFM 9000 radio integration compatible with Iowa ISICS, including antennas.
Delivery and pricingCompleted aircraft within 24 months of order; include estimated availability, configured empty weight and useful load, and itemized pricing for additional equipment. Include aircraft coverage of at least two years and 1,000 flight hours, two-year avionics coverage, three-year propeller coverage, and one-year paint/interior coverage.
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