C-130 FMS Ferry Flight Services

The United States Government (USG) is conducting market research to meet the requirements to provide qualified C-130s, all models (B/E/H/J), aircrew to perform ferry flights to/from any location worldwide, e.g., commercial airports, military bases, repair stations, etc. as determined by the USG. Aircrew composition includes appropriately manned and qualified personnel adapted to the specific C-130 model being ferried. The Contractor will be responsible for liability insurance, all flight planning to include Diplomatic clearances for necessary travel to and from any or all destinations, and possibly aircraft fuel to execute ferry flight. If traveling to a Central Command (CENTCOM) Area of Responsibility (AOR), aircrew will not be required to carry weapons. The purpose of this survey is to determine commercial capabilities that have past performance in providing: C-130 qualified aircrews for ferrying USG & foreign-owned aircraft over international airspace. C-130 on-call maintenance support for facilitating maintenance issues en-route. Contractors/Institutions responding to this SSS are placed on notice that participation in this survey may not ensure participation in future solicitations or contract awards.