Ultra Long-Range Personal Aircraft

The Federal Bureau of Investigation is soliciting proposals for the lease-purchase of one ultra-long-range business jet to support rapid global transportation of Department of Justice personnel during counterterrorism efforts, high-risk operations, and other sensitive missions. The aircraft must have a minimum range of 7,000 nautical miles, accommodate 12 passengers and 3 crew members, cruise at Mach 0.83 or higher, and include specialized communication systems with redundant in-flight internet, satellite communications, and multiple radio capabilities. Key requirements include two lavatories, a crew rest seat, a galley, FAA certification, and the aircraft must be 2,500 hours or less with a manufacturing date of 2020 or newer. The evaluation will use a best value trade-off approach where technical capability is the most important factor, followed by price and past performance. Proposals are due by August 20, 2025, with the aircraft required to be available for government acceptance by June 24, 2026.

This procurement does not utilize any set-aside designations and is open to all qualified contractors. The contract is structured as a 60-month lease-purchase arrangement with one base year from June 24, 2026 to June 23, 2027, followed by four 12-month option periods that allow the government to eventually acquire ownership of the aircraft. The solicitation requires delivery of exactly one aircraft by the specified deadline, with the contractor responsible for all delivery, configuration, technical support, and maintenance oversight activities. Performance will occur globally as the aircraft will support worldwide DOJ missions, though the primary delivery and acceptance location appears to be within the United States. The solicitation has undergone two amendments providing answers to vendor questions and administrative changes, with the final conform copy documents reflecting all current requirements and specifications.