Deputy Aviation Advisor (DAA)
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 solicitation for a Deputy Aviation Advisor (DAA) Personal Services Contract (PSC) in Lima, Peru, issued by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL), has been CANCELLED IN ITS ENTIRETY effective March 6, 2026. This update supersedes all previous information regarding this opportunity.
Original Opportunity Details (for context)
This PSC sought a DAA to provide aviation expertise, program implementation, direction, and execution oversight for U.S. government aviation support to host nation counternarcotics (CN) and counter Transnational Criminal Organization (TCO) efforts in Peru. The DAA was responsible for evaluating training and operational effectiveness of Department of State (DOS) and Government of Peru (GOP) programs, with a focus on aviation support for eradication and interdiction operations.
Original Contract & Timeline
- Type: Personal Services Contract (PSC)
- Location: Lima, Peru
- Salary Level: FS-02 (Equivalent GS-14), $102,409-$150,391
- Period of Performance: 12 months from award, with four (4) optional one-year extensions.
- Original Closing Date: March 17, 2026, 3:00 PM ET
- Cancellation Effective: March 6, 2026
Original Key Responsibilities
Key duties included overseeing INL/Lima aviation program support, liaising with GOP aviation units, submitting performance reports, ensuring compliance with INL/ACB/A Program Directives, assisting in managing a fleet of USG rotary and fixed-wing aircraft for CN missions, performing contract oversight as a Government Technical Monitor (GTM), and assisting in budget formulation and interagency coordination.
Original Minimum Qualifications
Applicants were required to be U.S. citizens with the ability to obtain a Secret (potentially Top Secret) security clearance. Other requirements included a Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent aviation experience), at least one year of U.S. government contracting experience, demonstrated knowledge of U.S. FAA regulations, 10 years as a military or civilian pilot, experience as an operations officer/manager in a high-threat environment, and professional proficiency in both Spanish and English.
Original Application Requirements
Submissions were to include a completed and signed SF-171, a comprehensive resume, a separate document addressing three evaluation factors (Contract Oversight, Direction and Coordination, Program Management and Administrations) with responses limited to 500 words per factor, and three professional references. Proposals were not to exceed 20 pages and a single PDF attachment was highly recommended. Submissions were to be emailed to INLPSCTeam@state.gov.