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Helicopter Flight Operations – Standard Elevations

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Submission Closed07/01/2026, 12:00:00 AM UTC

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NAICS: 481211

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V--Exclusive Use Helicopter Flight Services, Everglad

Solicitation # 140D0426Q0654

Solicitation 140D0426Q0654 is a request for quotes for Exclusive Use Type III Helicopter Flight Services to support South Florida Parks and Preserves, specifically Everglades National Park. This single-award IDIQ contract, set aside for small businesses under NAICS 481211, has an anticipated period of performance from May 1, 2027, through April 30, 2032, with a total ceiling amount of 4,000,000 dollars. The contract includes a minimum guarantee of 230 flight hours for the base year and allows for an additional six-month option period that may be exercised multiple times throughout the performance period. The government will award the contract based on the most advantageous offer, prioritizing technical capability, organizational safety, and past performance over total evaluated price. Technical requirements mandate the proposal of two aircraft meeting minimum specifications, while personnel requirements for pilots include a commercial certificate, a second-class medical certificate, and extensive flight experience, including 1,500 total helicopter hours and 50 hours in the specific make and model offered. Awardees must adhere to strict safety management systems, specific aircraft and fuel vehicle marking standards, and Department of Labor wage determinations. Invoicing is processed electronically through the Invoice Processing Platform System using signed Aircraft Use Reports.

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Emergency Aeromedical Evacuation Services

Solicitation # W81K0026QA240

Solicitation W81K00-26-Q-A240 is a 100 percent Small Business Set-Aside for an Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract to provide on-demand emergency aeromedical evacuation services. The contract supports the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers by providing bedside-to-bedside transport for personnel and their dependents from Bucholz Army Airfield at Kwajalein Atoll, Republic of the Marshall Islands, to medical facilities in Oahu, Hawaii. The requirement mandates 24/7/365 operational readiness, with a guaranteed patient pickup within 24 hours of notification using fixed-wing pressurized aircraft certified for long-range over-water operations. The contract structure is Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), consisting of a monthly availability retainer and as-needed evacuation task orders. The period of performance spans five one-year ordering periods from November 15, 2026, through November 14, 2031. Following several amendments, the source selection strategy was changed from Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) to a Past Performance Tradeoff (PPT) process. Evaluation factors include a written capability statement addressing the Performance Work Statement and a review of past performance. Contractors must comply with strict medical licensure, HIPAA, and DoD security regulations, and are required to submit a Quality Control Plan within ten days of award. Invoicing is processed electronically through the Wide Area WorkFlow system.

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Rotary-Wing Air Ambulance ServicesThis subcontract for Rotary-Wing Air Ambulance Services involves providing nationwide medical transport for Veterans under the Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Transportation Program. The scope of work includes short-haul and point-to-point transport utilizing medical helicopters equipped with specialized rotary-wing stretcher systems. Service levels range from Basic Life Support and Limited Support to Advanced Life Support and Critical Care Transport. To qualify for this opportunity, providers must maintain necessary aviation and medical accreditations to ensure the safe delivery of patients from origin to destination. The solicitation is managed by the Network Contract Office 20, with a response deadline set for December 5, 2026.

260-NETWORK Contract Office 20 (36C260)

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Fixed-Wing Air Ambulance ServicesThis subcontract for Fixed-Wing Air Ambulance Services supports the Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Transportation Program by providing nationwide medical transport for Veterans. The scope of work involves utilizing fixed-wing aircraft equipped for various levels of care, including Basic Life Support, Life Support, Advanced Life Support, and Critical Care Transport. The primary objective is to ensure the safe delivery of patients from origin to destination using specialized onboard medical equipment. To qualify for this opportunity, providers must maintain necessary aviation and medical accreditations. The contract falls under NAICS code 481211 and is managed through the Network Contract Office 20. Interested parties should note the response deadline of December 5, 2026.

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V225--VA AIR AMBULANCE BROKER WITH SUPPORTING GROUND TRANSPORTATION VIRTUAL INDUSTRY DAY NOTICE

Solicitation # 36C26027Q0095

The Department of Veterans Affairs, through the Veterans Transportation Program and Network Contracting Office 20, is conducting market research to establish multiple-award IDIQ contracts for nationwide air ambulance broker services. The upcoming procurement, identified by RFP number 36C26027R0012, intends to award three to five firm fixed-price MATOCs under NAICS code 481211. The scope of work includes fixed-wing and rotary-wing air ambulance services and ancillary ground transportation to move Veterans between airports, healthcare facilities, and residences using various modes such as wheelchair-accessible vans, ambulances, and rideshare services. Key operational requirements include 24/7/365 availability and compliance with CAMTS/NAAMTA transport standards. The contractor must support a range of medical needs, including basic life support, advanced life support, critical care transport, and stretcher transports. Additionally, the provider must utilize VA mandated transportation software for real-time communication and documentation and maintain strict quality control and subcontractor oversight. As part of the pre-solicitation process, the VA hosted a virtual industry day on December 10-11, 2026, requesting a ten-page capability statement from interested firms to assess their operational capabilities and federal experience.

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V--On Call Type III Helicopter Flight Services

Solicitation # 140D0426R0085

The Department of the Interior Interior Business Center is soliciting proposals for multiple Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts to provide On-Call Type III Helicopter Flight Services across the contiguous United States. This small business set-aside acquisition, under NAICS 481211, covers two primary mission types: Interagency Fire and Non-Fire project flights. The anticipated period of performance spans five years from May 1, 2027, through April 30, 2032. Eligible aircraft must accommodate between three and seven passengers and meet a minimum jettisonable payload of 550 pounds at 30 degrees C at 5,000 feet pressure altitude. Contractors must provide pilots with an FAA commercial certificate, a second-class medical certificate, and extensive flight experience, including at least 1,500 total helicopter hours and specific currency in the offered aircraft make and model. Award decisions will be based on technical acceptability, past performance from the last three years, and fair and reasonable pricing, with no tradeoffs used in the evaluation. Required deliverables include a Safety Management System manual and annual pilot certifications. Payments are processed electronically through the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform, requiring signed Aircraft Use Reports and supporting documentation for additional pay items.

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Airborne Special Operations Testing Directorate Wet Blade Hours IDIQ

Solicitation # W91247-27-Q-A004

The Mission and Installation Contracting Command at Fort Bragg is seeking a contractor to provide flight services for the Airborne and Special Operations Test Directorate to conduct military Static Line and Military Free Fall parachute operations. This non-personal services contract is a Firm Fixed Price IDIQ with a minimum value of 500 dollars and a maximum of 500,000 dollars. The period of performance runs from December 1, 2026, to November 30, 2031, with a potential six-month extension option to April 30, 2032. The government estimates a total of 150 flight hours over the life of the contract, averaging 30 hours per year. This requirement is a total small business set-aside under NAICS 481211. The contractor must provide aircraft capable of landing on dirt runways of at least 1,400 feet, transporting up to 20 combat-equipped paratroopers and 6,000 pounds of cargo, and reaching freefall altitudes of 24,999 feet MSL. Key performance standards include a 95 percent on-time departure rate and strict adherence to FAA and DoD aviation policies. Award will be based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable method, evaluating aircraft capabilities, staffing, and maintenance compliance. Administration is handled through the Wide Area WorkFlow system, and the contractor is required to appoint a Project Manager within ten days of award.

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V--Exclusive Use Fire Helicopter Flight Services, Sou

Solicitation # 140D0426Q0802

Solicitation 140D0426Q0802 is a request for quotations for Exclusive Use Type III Helicopter Flight Services to support the US Wildland Fire Service on Department of the Interior lands in South Florida, specifically supporting Everglades National Park. This single-award IDIQ contract is a total small business set-aside with a contract ceiling of 5,000,000 dollars. The period of performance runs from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2031. The scope of work requires the contractor to provide a helicopter, fuel servicing vehicle, and qualified personnel, including pilots with at least 1,500 total helicopter hours and specific certifications in fire operations and hazardous materials transportation. The government will utilize a tradeoff analysis for award, prioritizing past performance, technical capability, and organizational safety over the total evaluated price. Technical evaluations focus on meeting minimum and target aircraft requirements, while price is calculated based on daily availability, flight hours, and additional pay items. Contractors must adhere to strict safety management systems, FAA standards, and specific aircraft marking requirements. Invoicing is processed electronically through the Invoice Processing Platform System, and the contractor is required to maintain comprehensive aircraft and public liability insurance.

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V--Exclusive Use Helicopter Flight Services, Yellowst

Solicitation # 140D0426Q0413

The Department of the Interior, through the Interior Business Center, is soliciting a single-award IDIQ contract for exclusive use Type III helicopter flight services at Yellowstone National Park. The contract period of performance is anticipated to run from March 1, 2027, through February 29, 2032, with a total ceiling amount of 8,000,000 dollars. This acquisition is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 481211. The contractor is responsible for providing a fully operated and maintained helicopter, qualified personnel, fuel, and a fuel servicing vehicle to support natural resource missions, including fire suppression, law enforcement surveillance, search and rescue, and high-altitude operations between 10,000 and 18,000 feet. The contract includes a minimum guarantee of 120 days of daily availability for the base year. Award decisions will be based on a best-value determination where technical capability, organizational safety, and past performance are weighted equally and are collectively significantly more important than the total evaluated price. Technical evaluations focus on aircraft specifications, while safety is assessed via the Safety Management System questionnaire. Pilots must hold an FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate, a second-class medical certificate, and demonstrate proficiency in short-haul and STEP landing procedures. Contract administration requires electronic invoicing through the Invoice Processing Platform and adherence to Service Contract Act wage determinations. Performance is subject to rigorous inspection by an AOM Technical Inspector to ensure compliance with aircraft, equipment, and personnel requirements. Specific operational standards include compliance with NWCG Standards for Helicopter Operations and NFPA 407 for aircraft fuel servicing.

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V--Exclusive Use Helicopter Flight Services, Mesa Ver

Solicitation # 140D0426Q0396

The Department of the Interior, through the Interior Business Center Acquisition Services Directorate, is soliciting quotations for a single-award IDIQ contract to provide Exclusive Use Type 3 Helicopter flight services for Mesa Verde National Park, Colorado. This total small business set-aside under NAICS 481211 has an anticipated period of performance from March 1, 2027, through February 29, 2032, consisting of a base year and four subsequent option years. The contractor must provide a turbine-engine aircraft with a Standard Airworthiness Certificate and five insured personnel seats, excluding the pilot. Technical requirements include specific safety equipment, internal litter kit provisions, and adherence to FAA regulations under 14 CFR Parts 133, 135, and 137. Award will be based on a best-value tradeoff analysis where non-priced factors, including technical capability, organizational safety, and past performance, are significantly more important than the total evaluated price. Pilots must hold an FAA commercial certificate, a second-class medical certificate, and possess at least 200 hours of total mountain flight time. The contract mandates strict duty limitations, including a maximum of 14 hours of duty per 24-hour period and specific rest requirements. Contractors must also maintain a Safety Management System and comply with Service Contract Act wage determinations. Invoicing is processed electronically via the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform System.

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USWFS EU T3 Helo Fire - Fort Wainwright, AK

Solicitation # 140D0426R0114

The Department of the Interior, through the Interior Business Center, is soliciting proposals for a single-award, IDIQ contract to provide one contractor-operated and maintained exclusive use Type 3 rotary wing aircraft based at Fort Wainwright, Alaska. This 100% small business set-aside contract supports natural resource and fire suppression missions for the U.S. Wildland Fire Service. The period of performance runs from April 1, 2027, through March 31, 2032, with an option for a six-month extension. The contract structure utilizes firm fixed unit price task orders for flights, with Economic Price Adjustments for insurance and Time and Material rates for additional pay items such as extended standby for pilots, mechanics, and drivers. Award will be based on best value using a tradeoff analysis, where non-priced factors—Technical Capability, Organizational Safety, and Past Performance—are collectively significantly more important than the Total Evaluated Price. The contractor must provide a helicopter with a Standard Airworthiness Certificate, a fuel servicing vehicle, and qualified personnel meeting specific certification and proficiency standards. Rigorous quality controls are required, including daily and monthly fuel system inspections and adherence to Department of Labor wage determinations. Proposals must be submitted electronically by November 17, 2026, organized into four specific volumes covering the offer, technical capability, organizational safety, and past performance.

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Specialized Helicopter Pilot ServicesThis subcontract for Specialized Helicopter Pilot Services involves performing high-risk flight operations for prime contractors on National Park Service projects within Yosemite National Park. The scope of work includes a wide array of technical maneuvers such as short-haul, rappel, cargo letdown, search and rescue, fire suppression, aerial ignition, and STEP landings. Pilots must be capable of executing deep snow and vertical reference operations over challenging terrain, including cliff faces and dense forests, utilizing longlines. The opportunity is designated as a total Small Business Set Aside under NAICS code 481211 and is managed by the Department of the Interior. Qualified candidates must possess an FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with a rotorcraft-helicopter rating and successfully pass an agency flight evaluation. Key deliverables for the contract include the successful execution of flight missions and the submission of Aircraft Use Reports. The response deadline for this requirement is November 13, 2026.

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The contract seeks providers to deliver helicopter flight services for wildlife capture operations in remote areas of California, operating under visual flight rules and at standard elevations. The work supports the California Department of Fish & Wildlife’s efforts to manage wildlife populations and requires specialized aviation expertise to access rugged and isolated terrain where ground-based methods are impractical. Operations must comply with all federal and state aviation regulations, prioritize safety during wildlife handling, and ensure minimal disturbance to animals and their habitats. The solicitation is open for subcontractors with experience in aerial wildlife operations, and responses are due by July 1, 2026. While the place of performance is listed as Alameda, the actual field operations will occur across various remote locations statewide. The NAICS code 481211 confirms the scope pertains to air ambulance and other helicopter services, excluding commercial passenger or cargo transport. Bidders must demonstrate capability to operate safely under VFR conditions, maintain current certifications, and coordinate effectively with wildlife biologists and field teams during time-sensitive capture missions.