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Rotary-Wing Aircraft Operations (Helicopter Charter Services)

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Submission Closed08/14/2026, 09:00:00 PM UTC

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NAICS: 481211

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Ibc Acq Svcs Directorate (00004)

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AI Contract Overview

The contract pertains to the provision of manned helicopter services in support of remote recovery missions across Papua New Guinea, focusing on operations in austere and challenging environments. It encompasses essential functions such as personnel and equipment transport, sling load operations for heavy or bulky cargo, and medical evacuation support, all critical to maintaining operational readiness and safety in isolated regions with limited infrastructure. The services will require skilled aviation crews and specialized equipment capable of operating under demanding conditions, including high altitudes, unpredictable weather, and undeveloped landing zones. The contract is classified as a subcontract under the NAICS code 481211 for air transportation, and is issued by the Department of Defense through Ustranscom-Aq. Although no solicitation number is provided, the opportunity was posted on July 17, 2026, with a response deadline of August 14, 2026. There is no specified set-aside status, and the place of performance is confined to remote areas within Papua New Guinea. Contractors must demonstrate proven capability in military or humanitarian helicopter operations, robust safety protocols, and experience in austere environments to meet the mission-critical demands of this assignment.

General Info

Manned helicopter services for remote recovery, transport, sling loads, and medevac in Papua New Guinea’s austere environments.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Ustranscom-AqView Agency

NAICS

481211 - Nonscheduled Chartered Passenger Air TransportationView NAICS

Place of Performance

IL, PNG

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of HTC71126RE147.

The full solicitation package (18 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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DPAA Papua New Guinea Helicopter Requirement

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Timeline

PhaseClosed

PostedJul 17

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Response DeadlineAug 14

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Submission Closed

08/14/2026, 09:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Ustranscom-Aq

ContactsNo contacts available

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Department Of Defense → Ustranscom-Aq

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Full Description

Provision of manned helicopter services for remote recovery missions in Papua New Guinea, including personnel and equipment transport, sling load operations, and MEDEVAC support in austere environments.