Description
The U.S. Department of the Interior is seeking a qualified helicopter operator to provide exclusive‑use flight services within Yellowstone National Park for a five‑year period. The contractor will be responsible for all aspects of flight operations, including aircraft provisioning, crew staffing, maintenance, safety compliance, and coordination with park authorities. Services are expected to support visitor transport, emergency response, and special event logistics, adhering to strict environmental and safety standards. The contract is set‑aside 100 % for small business participation, with a focus on women‑owned, service‑disabled veteran‑owned, and HUBZone firms.
• Scope: Provide dedicated helicopter flights (air taxi) exclusively for Yellowstone National Park operations.
• Period of Performance: 03/01/2027 – 02/29/2032 (5 years).
• Delivery Location: DOI Acquisition Services Directorate, Herndon, VA; flight operations conducted on‑site at Yellowstone.
• Set‑aside: 100 % small‑business (including WOSB, SDVOSB, HUBZone, EDWOSB).
• NAICS: 481211 (Air Taxi Services).
• Required qualifications: FAA‑certified aircraft and crew, prior experience in protected‑area aviation, safety management system, and ability to meet DOE/DOI environmental guidelines.
• Evaluation: Technical proposal, past performance, small‑business status, and cost.