Request for Quote On-Call Smokejumper Pilot Servic
ID: 140D0425R0015Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEDEPARTMENTAL OFFICESIBC ACQ SVCS DIRECTORATE (00004)HERNDON, VA, 20170, USA

NAICS

Other Support Activities for Air Transportation (488190)

PSC

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRAVEL/LODGING/RECRUITMENT: NAVIGATIONAL AID AND PILOTAGE (V227)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/5548ab69707946c093b5e84aeb7b6e52/view
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    The Department of the Interior, specifically the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), is seeking quotes for On-Call Smokejumper Pilot Services under Solicitation No. 140D0425R0015. The procurement aims to secure a qualified pilot for operating a Twin Otter DHC-6-300 aircraft, with a performance period commencing on March 1, 2025, and extending through February 28, 2029, including options for three additional years. This initiative is crucial for effective forest management and emergency response, ensuring that the BLM has access to specialized aviation support for fire management operations. Interested parties should direct inquiries to Sonja Crockett at sonja_crockett@ibc.doi.gov, with the understanding that the contract is set aside for small businesses and includes a minimum of 90 duty days annually from March to September.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Crockett, Sonja
    (000) 000-0000
    sonja_crockett@ibc.doi.gov
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    B08_SOL_-_BLM_SMJ_Pilot.pdf
    The document outlines the requirements and specifications for an on-call pilot contract for the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in connection with smokejumper operations using a Twin Otter DHC-6-300 aircraft. The contract, designated as Solicitation No. 140D0425R0015, seeks to secure a qualified Smokejumper Pilot for a period of one year with potential extensions. Key requirements include FAA pilot certification, medical qualifications, flight experience, and training specific to smokejumper duties. The contract guarantees a minimum of 90 duty days from March to September annually, with a mandatory 24-hour on-call response time. Details include the pilot's responsibilities, operational protocols, maintenance of aircraft, and safety regulations. Furthermore, the document outlines additional pay items, technical specifications, and governing clauses, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and safety standards. Overall, this contract underscores the government's commitment to effective forest management and emergency response through qualified aviation support, emphasizing safety, professionalism, and regulatory adherence in smokejumper operations.
    Sol_140D0425R0015.pdf
    This document details a Request for Quote (RFQ) for On-Call Smokejumper Pilot Services issued by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). The solicitation includes the requirement for services related to operating a Twin Otter DHC-6-300 aircraft over a performance period starting March 1, 2025, and spanning to February 28, 2029, with options to extend for up to three additional years. The RFQ outlines several key components: the administrative body (Interior Business Center, AQD), contact information for questions, the solicitation number (140D0425R0015), and the acquisition classification as unrestricted for small businesses. The document specifies the payment terms, delivery requirements (FOB Destination), and incorporates standard Federal Acquisition Regulation Clauses. The structured breakdown presents item numbers for different service periods, including the base period and three optional periods, with anticipated exercise dates for each option. The total award amount and other financial details remain unspecified within the provided text. Overall, this RFQ signals a strategic initiative by the BLM to secure specialized aviation services for fire management operations, highlighting its focus on flexible contracting options for extended support.
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