Contract CW38365

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln has awarded STM Charters, Inc. a contract valued at $424,250 for charter air transportation services for the university's Department of Intercollegiale Athletics. The contract, executed on October 29, 2025, covers three round-trip charter flights utilizing Boeing B737-800 aircraft configured with 183 coach seats for the Men's Basketball team. The period of performance extends from February 6, 2026 through March 15, 2026, with performance taking place in Lancaster County, Nebraska under the jurisdiction of Nebraska law.

The charter air services include transportation, all airport charges, governmental fees, passenger facility charges, travel taxes, and catering consisting of athletic beverages and snacks. The contract was procured as a non-competitive purchase under Board of Regents Policy 6.2.1.10(f), designating STM Charters as the sole provider for the specified athletic charter requirements. STM Charters acts as an agent for Sun Country Airlines, which serves as the actual air carrier. Payment terms require an initial deposit of $106,062.50 upon contract execution, with a balance of $318,187.50 due thirty days prior to each trip's departure date. Additional fees for special services such as security screening or exclusive amenities are billed separately upon flight completion.