Marshals Service within the Department of Justice, is responsible for the secure aerial transport of prisoners. Its core mission focuses on maintaining a specialized aviation fleet and the supporting infrastructure necessary for high-security prisoner movement.
Justice Prisoner Air Transportation System is a government agency with procurement activity across contracts, awards, and contractors. It currently has 6 open contract opportunities.
Spending trends, top contractors, industry breakdown, and recent contract activity.
AI Mission Profile
The Justice Prisoner Air Transportation System, operating under the U.S. Marshals Service within the Department of Justice, is responsible for the secure aerial transport of prisoners. Its core mission focuses on maintaining a specialized aviation fleet and the supporting infrastructure necessary fo...
The Justice Prisoner Air Transportation System, operating under the U.S. Marshals Service within the Department of Justice, is responsible for the secure aerial transport of prisoners. Its core mission focuses on maintaining a specialized aviation fleet and the supporting infrastructure necessary for high-security prisoner movement. Strategic priorities include the modernization of its aircraft fleet, the procurement of advanced biometric identification software for security, and the maintenance of rigorous flight safety and performance standards.
Procurement patterns center heavily on aviation lifecycle management, including the acquisition of aircraft, engine manufacturing, and comprehensive maintenance services. The agency frequently procures specialized support such as hangar space, landing fees, weight and balance performance services, and technical maintenance manuals. Additionally, the agency invests in flight training, security guard services, and ambulatory health care to ensure the safety and medical stability of transported individuals.
The agency primarily targets vendors within the air transportation support and aircraft manufacturing sectors, specifically those operating under NAICS 488190 and 336411. There is a strong preference for Small Business Administration set-asides, with additional utilization of Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business and 8(a) vehicles. The agency engages in a mix of direct acquisitions for heavy equipment and specialized subcontracting for technical audits and documentation services.
The organization functions as a specialized aviation arm of the U.S. Marshals Service. Its operational scope encompasses the entire aviation supply chain, from the procurement of Boeing aircraft and petroleum products to the management of airport operations and computer systems design.
Procurement Analytics
Where Justice Prisoner Air Transportation System directs its contract spending, by industry and small-business set-aside program.
Senate-confirmed and senior-executive posts at Justice Prisoner Air Transportation System and its sub-agencies, as published in the OPM Plum Book. These are leadership positions, not total employees.
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Recent Justice Prisoner Air Transportation System Contracts
The latest contract opportunities posted by this agency, including active solicitations and recent awards.
