ATLANTIC UNDERSEA TEST AND EVALUATION CENTER (AUTEC) PALM BEACH FL (KPBI)—ANDROS TOWN BAHAMAS (MYAF)
ID: TRANSCOM25C001Type: Sources Sought
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: PASSENGER AIR CHARTER (V221)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/43f27c4c6be54f68a42ab6eb26feb413/view
Timeline
    Description

    The United States Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) is seeking a qualified air carrier to provide fixed-wing air transportation services between Palm Beach International Airport (KPBI) in Florida and Andros Town/Fresh Creek International Airport (MYAF) in the Bahamas. The contractor must operate a climate-controlled aircraft capable of transporting between 15 and 19 passengers and their baggage, with a requirement for a minimum of two round trips per day, Monday through Friday, ensuring operational readiness and reliability. This contract is critical for supporting USTRANSCOM's logistics and operational goals, emphasizing safety, regulatory compliance, and effective management of personnel and aircraft. Interested parties should contact Matthew R. Bowen at matthew.r.bowen4.civ@mail.mil or TSgt Nolan Strange at nolan.r.strange.mil@mail.mil for further details, with responses to the Request for Information (RFI) due by November 12, 2024.

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    Atch 01-AUTEC WASP 135 PWS 2025 DRAFT.pdf
    The Atlantic Undersea Test and Evaluation Center (AUTEC) is seeking a contractor to provide air transportation between Palm Beach International Airport (KPBI) and Andros Town/Fresh Creek International Airport (MYAF), Bahamas. The contractor must operate a climate-controlled aircraft capable of transporting 15-19 passengers and their baggage, with a requirement for a minimum of two round trips per day, Monday through Friday. Operational readiness, reliability, and comprehensive management of personnel and aircraft are essential, with documentation of daily missions and incidents required. The contractor must maintain adequate insurance and follow various regulations, including obtaining necessary certifications and conducting quality control. Key points include the necessity for the contractor to fulfill mission requirements consistently, manage personnel resources effectively, and ensure timely reporting of any incidents, particularly related to cybersecurity. The contract will involve detailed coordination for logistics, compliance with aviation rules, and transparent communication with government authorities. The emphasis on safety, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance throughout the contract period underscores its critical nature in supporting governmental operations in the designated area of responsibility.
    Atch 02-AUTEC ROM.xlsx
    The document outlines the price table for the AUTEC Fixed Wing Passenger Airlift Support contract under federal RFP procedures. It specifies unit prices that contractors should fill in regarding various services over a five-year span, including a base year and four option years, with details on potentially extending the contract for six additional months. Key components include monthly basing fees, hourly flight rates, fuel reimbursements, and other reimbursable costs. The estimated workload consists of a total of 1250 flight hours per year, starting with mobilization efforts at Palm Beach International Airport, FL. The contractor will be responsible for the logistics of deploying personnel and equipment, ensuring successful operations, and demobilizing all resources upon contract completion. The document serves to standardize pricing for these airlift support services, ensuring compliance with federal contracting guidelines and facilitating procurement processes while clarifying the roles and financial expectations for the parties involved.
    TRANSCOM25C001 - Request for Information (RFI).pdf
    The United States Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to explore solutions for fixed-wing air transportation services between Palm Beach International Airport, FL, and Andros Town, Bahamas, anticipated to start in 2025. The RFI is intended for market research and planning, not a formal proposal request, and responses will help inform future contract strategies. USTRANSCOM outlines specific service requirements, including the capacity for 15 to 19 passengers within 1.25 flight hours, typical scheduling, and potential additional flight needs. Respondents must provide detailed company information, business size classification, capabilities of their aircraft, and relevant experience supporting similar requirements. They are also invited to suggest commercial practices, industry standards, and contract types commonly used in this service sector. The RFI was released on October 10, 2024, with submission deadlines set for November 12, 2024. The initiative underscores USTRANSCOM's need for reliable transportation solutions to support its logistics and operational goals while encouraging participation from both large and small businesses.
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