The agency is conducting market research to gather
information from qualified vendors regarding the availability, pricing, and
contractual terms for purchasing or leasing-to-own a Gulfstream G550, G650ER,
G700, or equivalent aircraft.
According to JetSpy,
the FBI already has at least one Gulfstream G550. The aircraft, built in 2012, has
serial number 5361. The aircraft’s registration, our tail number, is N616RK.
In August 2018, Aviation Week reported the FBI was in the market to buy a Gulfstream G550 to support its Counterterrorism Division and other missions.
The new aircraft purchase, announced this month, appeared in
an RFI document released on April 14. This week, the bureau released an update
to that RFI.
“This RFI is issued solely for information-gathering and
planning purposes; it does not constitute a solicitation or a commitment to
procure any goods or services,” the FBI said.
“The FBI requires a long-range business jet capable of
supporting operational airlift missions and required-use executive travel,” the
agency said. “The Gulfstream G550, G650ER, G700, or equivalent, is being
considered for its range, speed, and performance capabilities. The FBI seeks
information to purchase the aircraft, lease-to-own options, associated costs,
and terms for leasing versus lease-to-own agreements.”
The agency invites aircraft vendors to respond to the
RFI and contact FBI contracting officers by April 29.
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