V--Solicitation for AK Helo On Call

Solicitation 140D0426R0078 is a request for proposals issued by the Department of the Interior for on-call helicopter flight services in Alaska. The contract aims to establish multiple Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts to support fire management, search and rescue, wildlife conservation, and the transport of personnel and cargo. This acquisition is a 100 percent small business set-aside under NAICS 481211. The period of performance consists of a five-year ordering period from March 1, 2027, through February 29, 2032, with a potential six-month extension option. The government will evaluate offers based on technical capability, organizational safety, past performance, and total evaluated price. Contractors must provide pilots with a minimum of 1,500 helicopter flight hours, an FAA commercial pilot certificate, and a current second-class medical certificate. Aircraft must be operated under 14 CFR Part 121 or 135 and meet strict airworthiness and safety standards, including the implementation of a Safety Management System. Specific requirements are also detailed for fuel servicing vehicles, including mandatory marking and safety placards. Contract administration involves electronic invoicing through the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform and annual inspections of aircraft, equipment, and personnel conducted by an AOM Technical Inspector. Awardees must maintain comprehensive aircraft and public liability insurance, including specific minimums for bodily injury and property damage. Proposals are due by November 5, 2026, and must be submitted electronically to the Contracting Officer and Contract Specialist.