National Infrared Operations (NIROPS)

This solicitation requests proposals for light fixed-wing aircraft services to support the National Infrared Operations program hosted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service. Offerors must propose turbine or jet-powered aircraft that meet performance specifications for payload, speed, altitude, and environmental controls to conduct infrared wildfire mapping from 10,000 to 18,000 feet. Proposals will be evaluated based on mandatory documentation, aircraft assessment, safety management, past performance, and experience. Price will also be evaluated. The base period of performance is one year from June 15 to October 12, 2020, with two optional one-year extensions. The closing date for proposals is May 13, 2020.

The set-aside is designated for total small business. The NAICS code is 488190 for other support activities for air transportation and the PSC code is X132 for aerial reconnaissance. The solicitation is for a single-award IDIQ contract with a one-year base period and two optional one-year extensions. The place of performance is Boise, Idaho, where the contractor must provide a fully operated and maintained aircraft, pilots, sensor operators, and maintenance to map wildfire perimeters daily using infrared imagery for rapid delivery to fire managers.