Glad to see the guys at the CCG finally got what they wanted, now that all the political BS is over.
The main use for these aircraft is for utility work and going with de-icing would just be a waste of payload and money (and did I mention reliability/availability).
Congrats to one of the most professional helicopter operation in the world
PS: don't have an MBA, but is it customary to sue your potential customer when you are not awarded a contract
Fly Safe, Always