V--EU Type III Helicopter services in Eglin, Fl

Solicitation 140D0426Q0002 is a request for proposals for Type III Helicopter Flight Services to support the Bureau of Land Management in Eglin, Florida. This procurement is 100 percent set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 481211. The contract features a five year period of performance running from January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2030. The scope of work includes special use flight activities, aircraft inspections, and pilot evaluations, requiring aircraft equipped with dual controls, wire strike protection, and strobe lights. Contractors must adhere to strict FAA and Interagency Helicopter Practical Test Standards, as well as 14 CFR Parts 91, 133, 135, and 205. The government will utilize a best value trade off process for award, where non cost factors collectively outweigh price. Evaluation is based on technical capability, organizational safety, past performance, and evaluated price. Proposals must be submitted in four separate volumes via email to the designated point of contact by November 10, 2025. Key requirements include the implementation of a Safety Management System, mandatory use of the Invoice Processing Platform for payments, and strict personnel qualifications for pilots and mechanics. All performance is designated as FOB Destination in Eglin, Florida.