Other Support Activities for Air Transportation

Code 488190
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NAICS 488190 encompasses other support activities for air transportation, which includes a wide range of specialized services that support aviation operations beyond direct transportation. These services involve aircraft maintenance, repair, overhaul, cleaning, technical support, component repair, and logistical services for military, civilian, and government aircraft fleets. The category covers activities that maintain, prepare, and support aircraft functionality across various operational contexts, including military, emergency services, and government transportation missions.

Federal contract awards in this category demonstrate significant diversity, with most contracts focusing on specialized aircraft component repair, maintenance, and overhaul services. Awards frequently involve the U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Agriculture, Department of the Interior, and Department of Defense, with contract values ranging from approximately $2,000 to over $4.8 million. Frequently awarded entities include aerospace manufacturers and specialized maintenance firms such as Leonardo SPA, Safran Electronics & Defense, Airbus Helicopters, Able Aerospace Services, and Rolls-Royce Corporation. Most awards are unrestricted, though some utilize small business set-asides, particularly for total small business and specific socioeconomic categories like veteran-owned or woman-owned small businesses. Performance locations are primarily located at military bases, aviation logistics centers, and contractor facilities across the United States.

Recent federal contract opportunities in this NAICS category predominantly seek specialized aviation services, including aircraft washing, corrosion control, engine maintenance, component repair, and technical support. Key opportunities include the Air Force's requirement for engine wash services across multiple aircraft types, the Coast Guard's solicitations for specific aircraft component repairs, and the Department of the Interior's need for smokejumper pilot services. Agencies posting opportunities include the Department of the Air Force, U.S. Coast Guard, Department of the Interior, and Defense Logistics Agency. Most opportunities are located at military installations or government facilities in states like California, Florida, Delaware, and North Carolina, with performance periods typically ranging from one to five years.

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