Aviation Support Services
ID: USSS_RFI_Aviation_Support_ServicesType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS SECRET SERVICEU S SECRET SERVICEWASHINGTON, DC, 20223, USA

NAICS

Scheduled Passenger Air Transportation (481111)

PSC

AIRCRAFT, FIXED WING (1510)

Set Aside

No Set aside used (NONE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/2bdf73d031324c6fb7eeec6b4179c9ee/view
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    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the United States Secret Service (USSS), is seeking industry input through a Request for Information (RFI) for aviation support services aimed at enhancing its protection mission. The USSS is looking to identify potential sources and solutions for dedicated fixed-wing aviation assets, addressing operational challenges such as scheduling constraints and security vulnerabilities associated with commercial air travel. This initiative is crucial for improving mission readiness and rapid deployment capabilities, with plans to establish a dedicated aviation capability starting with fixed-wing aircraft for 10-12 passengers in FY26, and expanding to accommodate 20-30 passengers in FY27 and beyond. Interested parties should submit their responses by January 12, 2026, to the primary contacts, Crystal Garcia at crystal.garcia@usss.dhs.gov and Sarah Diamond at sarah.diamond@usss.dhs.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Crystal Garcia
    crystal.garcia@usss.dhs.gov
    Sarah Diamond
    sarah.diamond@usss.dhs.gov
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    USSS RFI_AVIATION SUPPORT SERVICES_1.2.25.docx
    The United States Secret Service (USSS) Office of Technical Development and Applied Research (TEC) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for aviation support services. This RFI seeks to identify industry sources and solutions for dedicated fixed-wing aviation assets to enhance the USSS's protection mission. The objective is to address operational challenges like scheduling constraints, security vulnerabilities, and limited access to remote locations currently faced due to reliance on commercial air travel. The USSS is evaluating the establishment of a dedicated aviation capability, starting with fixed-wing aircraft for 10-12 passengers in FY26, expanding to multiple aircraft for 20-30 passengers in FY27 and beyond. The RFI requests information on fleet capabilities, operations, logistics, security, regulatory compliance, contracting experience, and financial management, including estimated pricing for initial and expanded capabilities. Responses are due by January 12, 2026.
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