Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for Exclusive Use and

The Department of the Interior Business Center (IBC) is seeking a commercial aviation support services contract for the Naval Sea System Command (NAVSEA) Program Executive Office for Integrated Warfare Systems (IWS). The procurement involves an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for two rotary-wing aircraft: one Exclusive Use aircraft based in Norfolk, VA, and one On-Call aircraft operating across the contiguous United States. Contractors must possess SECRET and CONFIDENTIAL security clearances and maintain multiple aviation certifications. The aircraft must meet specific technical requirements including twin turbine engines, skid landing gear, and minimum passenger seating capabilities. The contract will support critical naval operations such as shipboard landings, drone/target recovery, aerial reconnaissance, external load transfers, and weapons system testing. The solicitation is planned for release on May 1, 2025, with offers due by June 1, 2025, and an anticipated award in July 2025.

The contract will be awarded under NAICS code 481211 for Nonscheduled Chartered Passenger Air Transportation, with a full and open competition approach and no specific set-aside designations. The contract term spans five years, consisting of a 12-month base period and four 12-month option periods. While specific award values were not explicitly stated in the pre-solicitation notice, the complex nature of the aircraft requirements and specialized mission support suggest a potentially significant contract value. The Performance Service Code (PSC) is V121, categorizing the procurement as Transportation/Travel/Relocation Air Charter services. Potential bidders will need to demonstrate substantial aviation capabilities, including technical specifications for aircraft speed, range, payload, and the ability to support complex naval operational requirements. The competitive solicitation indicates multiple vendors may be considered for this critical maritime support contract.