V--Fixed Wing Flight Services i nsupport of the National Park Service at Big Cypress National Preserve, Ochopee, FL

The contract involves the procurement of fixed-wing flight services to support the National Park Service's resource and fire suppression programs at the Oasis Ranger Station within the Big Cypress National Preserve in Ochopee, Florida. The service will utilize a contractor-operated and maintained aircraft, specifically a Cessna 172, to fulfill the requirements. The contract period is set from January 1, 2008, through December 31, 2008, with a government option to extend up to four additional years. Notably, the procurement method was changed from a Small Business Set-Aside to a sole source contract specifically for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses. The contractor must hold a current Federal Aviation Administration Air Carrier or Operating Certificate to qualify for this contract. The solicitation is managed by the Interior Department’s Ibc Aviation Management office located in Boise, Idaho. Any inquiries regarding the solicitation can be directed to Edie Stansbury via email or phone. This contract aims to ensure specialized and reliable flight services critical for maintaining safety and operational support within the Big Cypress National Preserve.