Aviation Decontamination DoS
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Department of State (DOS) is conducting market research through this Request for Information (RFI) to identify qualified vendors capable of providing specialized aviation decontamination services. These services are crucial for the Department's biocontainment aviation mission, which involves transporting patients infected with Category A biological agents. Responses are due by June 16, 2026, at 12 PM EST.
Purpose & Scope of Services Sought
This RFI is for market research and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to award a contract. The DOS seeks information from vendors with demonstrated experience in:
- On-Aircraft Standby Decontamination Personnel: Ability to deploy personnel on-aircraft during active biocontainment missions (within N+6 to N+12 hours of notification) to respond to Category A pathogen environments.
- Post-Mission Aircraft Decontamination: Full decontamination of aircraft, biocontainment units, and equipment globally, commencing immediately upon patient disembarkation, in compliance with hazardous waste regulations.
- Category A Pathogen Decontamination Capability: Expertise in decontaminating aircraft and equipment after transporting agents like Ebola, Marburg, Hantavirus, Lassa Fever, and other Select Agents, adhering to CDC/WHO standards.
- Hazardous Waste Disposal: Provision of services for safe disposal of contaminated materials according to federal and state regulations.
Information Requested from Vendors
Vendors should provide detailed responses covering:
- Organizational capability and experience with Category A agent decontamination.
- Relevant certifications, accreditations, and security clearance status.
- Subcontracting plans and vetting processes.
- Detailed decontamination methodologies, protocols, and validation procedures.
- Response posture, standby capabilities, geographic footprint, and surge capacity.
- Capability to provide on-aircraft personnel, including qualifications, PPE, and health protocols.
- Proposed cost and pricing structures.
- Equipment inventory, supply chain resilience, and storage capabilities.
- Any regulatory, legal, or logistical constraints, lessons learned, and existing contract vehicles.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (RFI)
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Published Date: June 10, 2026
- Response Due Date: June 16, 2026, 12 PM EST
Response Instructions
- Submit responses electronically to Alicia Hofhine at HofhineAK@state.gov.
- Responses should not exceed 5 pages (excluding attachments) and must be organized according to the questions in Section 3 of the RFI document.
- Include business size, socioeconomic status, NAICS code(s), UEI number, and contract vehicles.
- Questions can be submitted in writing to the same point of contact.
Disclaimers
This RFI is for market research only; no contract will be awarded based on responses. No reimbursement will be provided for costs associated with responding. Responses are not offers and are subject to FOIA.