USWFS Commercial Aviation Services
Closed Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- 140D0426Q0468
- Agency
- Interior Business Center Office of Policy Management and Budget, Department of the Interior
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 481211 Nonscheduled Chartered Passenger Air Transportation
- Points of contact
-
- Stephanie McCullough stephanie_mccullough@ibc.doi.gov (703) 972-5862
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of the Interior, Interior Business Center, seeks commercial aviation services for transportation of personnel, goods, and cargo between the Contiguous U.S. and Alaska in support of the U.S. Wildland Fire Service, with quotes due June 22, 2026, at 4:00 PM Mountain Time. This is full and open competition under FAR Part 12 commercial item procedures; no small business set-aside applies. The solicitation has been amended three times as of June 21, 2026 (most recent amendment 0003, posted June 21).
The contractor's primary base of operations must be Boise, Idaho. Aircraft must be multi-engine turboprop or turbojet powered, extended over-water fixed-wing aircraft certified under 14 CFR Part 25 with a Standard Airworthiness Certificate, pressurized, capable of IFR/VFR day/night known icing operations, with minimum capacity of 50 insured passenger seats plus 100 pounds of cargo per passenger. Aircraft must operate between Boise, Idaho and Anchorage/Fairbanks, Alaska with two fuel stops. Current engineering and logistical support from the type certificate or supplemental type certificate holder is required. Contractors must provide crew (Pilot-in-Command and Second-in-Command), fuel for Lower 48 operations, and comprehensive aircraft maintenance support. The NAICS code is 481211 with a 1,500-employee size standard; PSC is V221.
The contract period is 60 days from June 29 through August 28, 2026, with a 30-day extension option. Award will be made using Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology; preference is given to offerors that both own and operate the quoted aircraft. The Government anticipates awarding for On-Call services (estimated 100 flight hours and 10 standby hours) but may award for Exclusive Use services (60 guaranteed days with estimated 100 flight hours) if funding becomes available. Additional pay items are capped at $10,000. Brokers may quote if partnered with FAA Part 121 or Part 135 certified carriers. Evaluation factors include Technical Capability, Organizational Safety Management System, and Past Performance. Funds are not presently available; award is subject to funding availability.
Notice text
4 versions
Update #4 · Latest ·
Amendment 0003 is issued to make the following changes to Section B:
- Removes requirements at Paragraph B.7.3.3 and B.7.3.3.1, paragraphs are now reserved.
- Revises paragraph B.7.3.5 and removes subparagraphs.
- Revises paragraph B.7.3.6.1 and removes subparagraphs B.7.3.6.3 ¿ B.7.3.6.6.
- Revised paragraph B.7.4.1 and adds subparagraph 7.4.1.1.
- Removes requirements at B.7.6.6.2 and B.7.6.8, paragraphs are now reserved.
- Revises paragraph B.20.6.
Please disregard the SF30 attachment document titled SOL-140D0426Q0468 Amd 0003. The system will erroneously transmit this document to SAM.
Amendment 0002 is issued to make the following changes:
- Update Section A.1, Minimum Aircraft Requirement to reference Anchorage/Fairbanks and change the fuel stops from one to two.
- Update Paragraph B.1.1.2 to reference the primary destinations as Anchorage and Fairbanks.
- Add Paragraph B.1.1.3 to add optional secondary locations.
- Update Exhibit 8 and E-3 to reference Anchorage/Fairbanks and change the fuel stops from one to two.
Please disregard the SF30 attachment document titled SOL-140D0426Q0468 Amd 0002. The system will erroneously transmit this document to SAM.
Amendment 0001 provides questions received in response to this solicitation and the Governments response; removes FAR Clause 52.219-14; adds paragraph D4.4.1 under Section D; and revises paragraph D6, Evaluation Commercial Items (52.212-2). Please disregard the SF30 attachment document titled SOL-140D0426Q0468 Amd 0001. The system will erroneously transmit this document to SAM.
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotes are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation Number 140D0426Q0468 is hereby issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ) for commercial aviation services in support of the U.S. Wildland Fire Service (USWFS) for the transportation of personnel, goods, and cargo between the Contiguous U.S. (Lower 48) and Alaska, with the Contractors¿ primary base of operations located in Boise, Idaho.
This requirement is being issued by the United States Department of the Interior (DOI), Interior Business Center (IBC), Acquisition Services Directorate (AQD) in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Parts 12.
This acquisition provides full and open competition, it is not set-aside for small business concerns. The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.
The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code applicable to this requirement is 481211, Nonscheduled Chartered Passenger Air Transportation. The size standard for the applicable NAICS is 1500 employees. The product service code (PSC) code is V221 Transportation/Travel/Relocation- Travel/Lodging/Recruitment Passenger Air Charter.
A list of items and quantities are provided in Section A.2, Schedule of Services and Prices.
The aircraft requirements are provided in Section A.1, Item Requirement and Section B, Technical Specifications.
A list of solicitations provisions that apply to this acquisition are provided in Section E, Offerors Representations and Certifications.
A list of contract clauses that apply to this acquisition are provided in Section C, Contract Terms and Conditions.
Quotes are due no later than 4:00 PM Mountain Time, June 22, 2026. Quotes shall be emailed to Stephanie Mccullough, Contracting Officer, at stephanie_mccullough@ibc.doi.gov
Questions. Questions related to this RFQ must be submitted via email to Stephanie_Mccullough@ibc.doi.gov, no later than 4:00 PM Mountain Time, May 27, 2026. All questions must be received in writing. No oral questions will be accepted. All e-mail inquiries must have Questions RFQ 140D0426Q0468 in the subject line.
**Funds are not presently available for this effort. The Governments issuance of this RFQ is subject to the availability of funds and the Government reserves the right not to make an award.**
Update #3 ·
Amendment 0002 is issued to make the following changes:
- Update Section A.1, Minimum Aircraft Requirement to reference Anchorage/Fairbanks and change the fuel stops from one to two.
- Update Paragraph B.1.1.2 to reference the primary destinations as Anchorage and Fairbanks.
- Add Paragraph B.1.1.3 to add optional secondary locations.
- Update Exhibit 8 and E-3 to reference Anchorage/Fairbanks and change the fuel stops from one to two.
Please disregard the SF30 attachment document titled SOL-140D0425R0138 Amd 0002. The system will erroneously transmit this document to SAM.
Amendment 0001 provides questions received in response to this solicitation and the Governments response; removes FAR Clause 52.219-14; adds paragraph D4.4.1 under Section D; and revises paragraph D6, Evaluation Commercial Items (52.212-2). Please disregard the SF30 attachment document titled SOL-140D0425R0138 Amd 0001. The system will erroneously transmit this document to SAM.
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotes are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation Number 140D0426Q0468 is hereby issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ) for commercial aviation services in support of the U.S. Wildland Fire Service (USWFS) for the transportation of personnel, goods, and cargo between the Contiguous U.S. (Lower 48) and Alaska, with the Contractors¿ primary base of operations located in Boise, Idaho.
This requirement is being issued by the United States Department of the Interior (DOI), Interior Business Center (IBC), Acquisition Services Directorate (AQD) in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Parts 12.
This acquisition provides full and open competition, it is not set-aside for small business concerns. The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.
The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code applicable to this requirement is 481211, Nonscheduled Chartered Passenger Air Transportation. The size standard for the applicable NAICS is 1500 employees. The product service code (PSC) code is V221 Transportation/Travel/Relocation- Travel/Lodging/Recruitment Passenger Air Charter.
A list of items and quantities are provided in Section A.2, Schedule of Services and Prices.
The aircraft requirements are provided in Section A.1, Item Requirement and Section B, Technical Specifications.
A list of solicitations provisions that apply to this acquisition are provided in Section E, Offerors Representations and Certifications.
A list of contract clauses that apply to this acquisition are provided in Section C, Contract Terms and Conditions.
Quotes are due no later than 4:00 PM Mountain Time, June 12, 2026. Quotes shall be emailed to Stephanie Mccullough, Contracting Officer, at stephanie_mccullough@ibc.doi.gov
Questions. Questions related to this RFQ must be submitted via email to Stephanie_Mccullough@ibc.doi.gov, no later than 4:00 PM Mountain Time, May 27, 2026. All questions must be received in writing ¿ No oral questions will be accepted. All e-mail inquiries must have Questions RFQ 140D0426R0468 in the subject line.
**Funds are not presently available for this effort. The Governments issuance of this RFQ is subject to the availability of funds and the Government reserves the right not to make an award.**
Update #2 ·
Amendment 0001 provides questions received in response to this solicitation and the Government¿s response; removes FAR Clause 52.219-14; adds paragraph D4.4.1 under Section D; and revises paragraph D6, Evaluation ¿ Commercial Items (52.212-2). Please disregard the SF30 attachment document titled SOL-140D0425R0138 Amd 0001. The system will erroneously transmit this document to SAM.
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotes are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation Number 140D0426R0468 is hereby issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ) for commercial aviation services in support of the U.S. Wildland Fire Service (USWFS) for the transportation of personnel, goods, and cargo between the Contiguous U.S. (Lower 48) and Alaska, with the Contractors¿ primary base of operations located in Boise, Idaho.
This requirement is being issued by the United States Department of the Interior (DOI), Interior Business Center (IBC), Acquisition Services Directorate (AQD) in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Parts 12.
This acquisition provides full and open competition, it is not set-aside for small business concerns. The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.
The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code applicable to this requirement is 481211, Nonscheduled Chartered Passenger Air Transportation. The size standard for the applicable NAICS is 1500 employees. The product service code (PSC) code is V221 ¿Transportation/Travel/Relocation- Travel/Lodging/Recruitment ¿ Passenger Air Charter.¿
A list of items and quantities are provided in Section A.2, Schedule of Services and Prices.
The aircraft requirements are provided in Section A.1, Item Requirement and Section B, Technical Specifications.
A list of solicitations provisions that apply to this acquisition are provided in Section E, Offeror¿s Representations and Certifications.
A list of contract clauses that apply to this acquisition are provided in Section C, Contract Terms and Conditions.
Quotes are due no later than 4:00 PM Mountain Time, June 1, 2026. Quotes shall be emailed to Stephanie Mccullough, Contracting Officer, at stephanie_mccullough@ibc.doi.gov
Questions. Questions related to this RFQ must be submitted via email to Stephanie_Mccullough@ibc.doi.gov, no later than 4:00 PM Mountain Time, May 27, 2026. All questions must be received in writing ¿ No oral questions will be accepted. All e-mail inquiries must have ¿Questions ¿ RFQ 140D0426R0468¿ in the subject line.
**Funds are not presently available for this effort. The Governments issuance of this RFQ is subject to the availability of funds and the Government reserves the right not to make an award.**
Update #1 ·
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotes are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation Number 140D0426R0468 is hereby issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ) for commercial aviation services in support of the U.S. Wildland Fire Service (USWFS) for the transportation of personnel, goods, and cargo between the Contiguous U.S. (Lower 48) and Alaska, with the Contractors¿ primary base of operations located in Boise, Idaho.
This requirement is being issued by the United States Department of the Interior (DOI), Interior Business Center (IBC), Acquisition Services Directorate (AQD) in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Parts 12.
This acquisition provides full and open competition, it is not set-aside for small business concerns. The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.
The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code applicable to this requirement is 481211, Nonscheduled Chartered Passenger Air Transportation. The size standard for the applicable NAICS is 1500 employees. The product service code (PSC) code is V221 ¿Transportation/Travel/Relocation- Travel/Lodging/Recruitment ¿ Passenger Air Charter.¿
A list of items and quantities are provided in Section A.2, Schedule of Services and Prices.
The aircraft requirements are provided in Section A.1, Item Requirement and Section B, Technical Specifications.
A list of solicitations provisions that apply to this acquisition are provided in Section E, Offeror¿s Representations and Certifications.
A list of contract clauses that apply to this acquisition are provided in Section C, Contract Terms and Conditions.
Quotes are due no later than 4:00 PM Mountain Time, June 1, 2026. Quotes shall be emailed to Stephanie Mccullough, Contracting Officer, at stephanie_mccullough@ibc.doi.gov
Questions. Questions related to this RFQ must be submitted via email to Stephanie_Mccullough@ibc.doi.gov, no later than 4:00 PM Mountain Time, May 27, 2026. All questions must be received in writing ¿ No oral questions will be accepted. All e-mail inquiries must have ¿Questions ¿ RFQ 140D0426R0468¿ in the subject line.
**Funds are not presently available for this effort. The Governments issuance of this RFQ is subject to the availability of funds and the Government reserves the right not to make an award.**
Attachments
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Sol_140D0426Q0468_Amd_0003.pdf | ||
| Combined_Synopsis_Solicitation_-_Amendment_0003_-_Conformed_Copy_0003.pdf | ||
| Sol_140D0426Q0468_Amd_0002.pdf | ||
| Combined_Synopsis_Solicitation_-_Amendment_0002_-_Conformed_Copy_0002.pdf | ||
| Combined_Synopsis_Solicitation_-_Amendment_0001_-_Conformed_Copy_0001.pdf | ||
| Sol_140D0426Q0468_Amd_0001.pdf | ||
| Questions_and_Answers_0001.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| Combined_Synopsis_Solicitation_140D0426Q0468.pdf |
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