Description
The United States Air Force (USPFO, CA) is seeking a single‑source, firm‑fixed‑price contractor to provide chase‑plane support for the 163rd Attack Wing at March Air Reserve Base, California. The contractor must supply a fully mission‑capable chase aircraft, a qualified pilot, and an observer crew to fly alongside the RPA during all phases of flight outside restricted airspace. This is a 100 % small‑business set‑aside (NAICS 481211) and will be awarded to the most advantageous offer based primarily on price. The solicitation has been amended to increase the required service hours from 72 to 126 hours. No funding is currently available; award will occur after appropriations.
• Service: Chase‑plane flight support (pilot, observer, aircraft) for RPA operations
• Location: March Air Reserve Base, CA (163rd Attack Wing)
• Contract type: Firm‑fixed‑price, single award, small‑business set‑aside
• Required service quantity: 126 hours of chase‑plane support (≈ 5 days)
• NAICS: 481211 – Air Taxi and Charter Services
• Funding: Not yet appropriated; award pending availability of funds
• Submission: Offerors must be registered in SAM; acknowledgment of amendment required before offer receipt deadline (date not specified).