Description
The U.S. Army Airborne Special Operations Test Directorate at Fort Bragg is seeking a qualified aviation contractor to provide flight‑support services—including static‑line and military free‑fall parachute operations—using a CASA‑212 (or equivalent) aircraft. The contractor must supply aircraft, FAA‑licensed pilots and mechanics, maintenance support, and all associated equipment for an IDIQ contract spanning five years, with a possible six‑month extension. Pricing must be submitted as a single blade‑hour rate with a five‑year escalation schedule, and the award will be based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).
• Provide CASA‑212‑type aircraft capable of 1,400‑ft dirt runway operations, 6,000 lb cargo, 20‑person jumps, and altitude capabilities up to 24,999 ft MSL.
• Staff must include FAA‑commercial pilots (with instrument rating) and FAA‑certified aircraft mechanics; all personnel must meet DoD commercial‑operator requirements.
• Deliver a five‑year price schedule (blade‑hour rate) with escalation, meet small‑business set‑aside qualifications (HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, etc.), and maintain required insurance (≥ $10 M aviation liability).