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International Live Animal Air Transportation

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This subcontract involves the international air transportation of Military Working Dogs from European hubs to the United States in support of Department of Defense projects for the 773 Ess Pkj Mscc. The selected provider is responsible for booking and managing non-stop commercial airline reservations and coordinating the transfer of animals from ground transport to the aircraft, ensuring final delivery to a designated US airport of entry. Strict adherence to safety and regulatory standards is required, specifically following IATA-compliant live animal transport protocols and IATA LAR guidelines. Additionally, the contractor must ensure that all aircraft maintain ambient temperatures in accordance with 9 CFR to guarantee the welfare of the animals during transit.

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Air transport of Military Working Dogs from Europe to US via IATA-compliant commercial flights.

NAICS

481211 - Nonscheduled Chartered Passenger Air Transportation

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This scope was carved out of FA809327QX003.

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OCONUS Military Working Dogs Shipping Services

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA8053 773 Ess Pkj Mscc
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Performs air transport of Military Working Dogs (MWDs) for prime contractors on FA8053 773 Ess Pkj Mscc projects from European hubs to the US. Books and manages commercial airline reservations for non-stop flights and manages animal transfers from ground transport to aircraft. Requires IATA-compliant live animal transport protocols and aircraft maintaining ambient temperatures per 9 CFR and IATA LAR. Delivers MWDs to US airport of entry.

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