Aircraft Strip and repaint
Location: 310 Makerston St, Brisbane City, QLD 4000, Australia
Buyer: Queensland Police Service
Opened: Mar 09, 2026
Closing: Apr 02, 2026
Aircraft & Aviation Services
### ✈️ Project Overview
The Queensland Police Service (QPS), through Queensland Government Air (QGAir), is inviting tenders for the professional stripping and repainting of two critical operational aircraft: a **Beechcraft B300 King Air (VH-SGQ)** and a **Cessna 208 Caravan (VH-PSV)**. This project is essential for maintaining the structural integrity and aesthetic standards of the fleet used for public safety missions across Queensland.
### 🛠️ Key Requirements & Scope
Bidders must be **CASA Part 145 approved contractors**. The scope of work includes:
* Complete chemical or mechanical paint stripping of the airframes.
* Comprehensive corrosion inspections and necessary rectifications.
* Full external repainting to restore structural protection.
* Ensuring all works meet strict airworthiness and regulatory compliance standards.
### 📍 Location and Issuing Organization
The contract is issued by the **Queensland Police Service**, headquartered in Brisbane. Services are expected to support aviation operations across all Queensland regions, including Brisbane, Gold Coast, Far North, and regional hubs.
### 🎯 Desired Outcomes
The primary goal is to ensure the continued airworthiness and safe operation of these aircraft. Successful completion will provide long-term protection against environmental degradation and maintain the professional appearance of the QGAir fleet. Detailed technical specifications are provided in the tender attachments.
### 🔍 Search Keywords
Aircraft Maintenance, CASA Part 145, Aviation Painting, Beechcraft King Air, Cessna Caravan, Queensland Police Service, QGAir, Aircraft Corrosion Inspection, Fixed Wing Maintenance.