FEB SAAM 3182-01 and 3182-02, KTMB-MUGM-KTMB, 20 pax, 19 and 20 February 2025
ID: HTC711-25-Q-CC04Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEUS TRANSPORTATION COMMAND (USTRANSCOM)USTRANSCOM-AQSCOTT AFB, IL, 62225-5357, USA

NAICS

Nonscheduled Chartered Passenger Air Transportation (481211)

PSC

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRAVEL/LODGING/RECRUITMENT: AIR PASSENGER (V211)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/e89f9ca78feb442b87a9aa0de8c02a2d/view
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    Description

    The United States Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) is seeking qualified small businesses to provide FAA Part 135 Chartered Passenger Airlift services for transporting 20 passengers between Miami Executive Airport, Florida, and Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, on February 19 and 20, 2025. The procurement aims to award a single firm-fixed-price purchase order, with specific requirements including compliance with weight specifications, ground time regulations, and necessary clearances for the airlift operations. This opportunity is significant for small businesses in the aviation sector, emphasizing the importance of adhering to federal regulations and providing competitive pricing. Interested offerors must submit their quotations electronically by noon on February 3, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Matthew R. Bowen at matthew.r.bowen4.civ@mail.mil or by phone at 618-578-4067.

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    Matthew R. Bowen
    (618) 578-4067
    matthew.r.bowen4.civ@mail.mil
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    RFQ HTC71125QCC04-20250129.docx
    The United States Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for FAA Part 135 Chartered Passenger Airlift between Miami Executive Airport, Florida, and Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, on February 19 and 20, 2025. This acquisition is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS Code 481211, aiming to award a single firm-fixed-price purchase order for the transport of 20 passengers. Offerors must submit electronically by noon on February 3, 2025, including credentials such as a valid FAA Part 135 certificate and Department of Defense Commercial Airlift Review Board (CARB) approval. The RFQ outlines specific requirements for the airlift, including routes, weight specifications, and regulations regarding ground time and clearances. Quotes will be evaluated based on technical acceptability and the lowest price. Compliance with various federal provisions, including those related to telecommunications, is mandatory. The document emphasizes the government's right to cancel the solicitation without obligation and details the evaluation criteria for submissions. Overall, this RFQ illustrates USTRANSCOM's procurement process for specialized airlift services focusing on small business participation.
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