Aircraft Charter Services Closing July 18 2026

The contract pertains to a solicitation for Aircraft Charter Services issued by the Travel and Transportation Management Directorate of Public Services and Procurement Canada, aimed at establishing a National Master Standing Offer for both domestic and limited international air charter needs. This includes fixed-wing aircraft with seating capacities up to fifty passengers as well as rotary-wing aircraft (helicopters) operating from various bases across Canada. The services will be available on an "as and when requested" basis by authorized government entities, including departments, agencies, and Crown corporations listed under the Financial Administration Act. A key amendment to the solicitation specifies that all bids and required supporting documents must be submitted by January 18, 2026, at 14:00 Eastern Standard Time, overriding previously stated deadlines on Ariba Discovery and CanadaBuys platforms. Late submissions will be deemed non-responsive. The contract emphasizes the federal nature of the procurement, identifies the primary point of contact within the contracting authority, and provides a link for accessing full solicitation details. This standing offer will facilitate government access to reliable air charter services nationally and for select international operations, ensuring flexibility and compliance with government procurement regulations.