Helicopter Transport Service - Eielson AFB, AK

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, issued by the 354th Contracting Squadron (PACAF) at Eielson Air Force Base, AK. It constitutes the only solicitation, and written solicitations will not be issued. The solicitation number is FA500426R0020. This acquisition is set aside for 100% Small Business. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 481211 (Other Support Activities for Air Transportation), with a size standard of 1,500 employees. The Product Service Code (PSC) is V221.

The contractor shall provide labor, equipment, materials, tools, parts, shipping, and other necessary items for helicopter support services. Specific requirements include:

• Light Weight Helo Support (Hours): Transporting 2 personnel and up to 100 lbs of equipment to/from JPARC remote sites.
• Medium Weight Helo Support (Hours): Transporting 4 personnel and up to 500 lbs of equipment to/from JPARC remote sites.
• NIGHT/IFR Medium Weight Helo Support (Hours): Transporting 4 personnel and up to 500 lbs of equipment to/from JPARC remote sites, with Night/Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) capability.

These services are required across multiple performance periods, generally from August 19th of one year to August 18th of the following year, spanning from 2026 to 2031.

The document lists various line items for helicopter support services, with specified hours and periods of performance (PoP) for each. The total price is not explicitly stated in the provided pages, but a "Total Price:" line is present.

• Response Date: June 11, 2026, at 1:00 PM AKDT.

• Offer Submission: Offers must be signed and dated and submitted to the specified office by the response date. Minimum required information includes solicitation number, offeror's name/address/phone, Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), EFT indicator, information for evaluation, and a statement of agreement with terms and conditions.

• Evaluation Factors: Offers will be evaluated based on Price and Technical Acceptability. The Government intends to award to the responsible Offeror whose offer is most advantageous, considering these factors.

• Period for Acceptance: Offers must be held firm for 60 calendar days from the specified receipt date.

• This solicitation is set aside for 100% Total Small Business.

• Various FAR and DFARS clauses related to small business utilization and subcontracting limitations are incorporated by reference.

• The document incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2026-01.

• Attachment 1 (JPARC remote sites) and a Performance Work Statement (PWS) are referenced but not fully included in the provided text.

• The document includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses, including those related to System for Award Management (SAM), cybersecurity, labor standards, and payment instructions via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To provide the 354th Range Squadron (RANS) with a reliable, "turn-key" helicopter support solution for the Joint Pacific Alaskan Range Complex (JPARC), managing all aspects of helicopter operations and relieving Government personnel of administrative burdens.

• Provide comprehensive Helicopter Logistics Management Services.

• Act as the single point of contact for the Government for all helicopter flight hour procurement and coordination.

• Transport personnel and materials to remote sites.

• Support various mission profiles including Light Lift, Medium Lift (internal/external sling load), Special Cargo (HAZMAT), and Flight Rules (Night/IFR).

• Provide external sling load operations for cargo up to 500 lbs.

• Routine Requests: Acknowledge within 4 business hours, provide flight support plan by end of next business day. Fulfill 90% of missions within 72 hours of request.

• Priority Requests: Verbally acknowledge immediately, provide flight support plan within 2 hours. Fulfill 95% of missions within 4 hours of phone call.

• Technical Capability: 100% of aircraft and crew must meet specified technical capabilities.

• Reporting: Monthly Status Reports (MSR) due by the 7th of the following month.

• Primary place of performance is the Joint Pacific Alaska Range Complex (JPARC), including local airfields and remote sites.

• Performance at other locations within the JPARC operating area may be required.

• Contractor must establish and maintain a network of qualified, vetted subcontractors.

• Subcontractors must meet FAA, State of Alaska, and DoD safety, maintenance, licensing, and insurance requirements.

• Adequate liability insurance is required.

• Contractor must provide a primary and alternate Point of Contact (POC).

• Specialized certifications are required for external sling load operations.

• Contractor is responsible for hazardous waste disposal.

• Adherence to safety, security, and environmental compliance standards is mandatory.

Wage Determination

This document is a Service Contract Act Wage Determination (WD # 1996-0223, Revision # 69), last revised on April 29, 2026. It establishes the minimum wage and benefit rates for various occupations nationwide.

• Nationwide Applicability: The wage determination applies to the continental U.S. and is broken down into regional categories (Midwest, Northeast, South, West).
• Occupations Covered: Includes specific wage and benefit information for occupations such as Heavy Equipment Operator, Laborer, Environmental Technician, Airplane Pilot, and Truckdrivers (Light, Medium, Heavy).
• Fringe Benefits: Details required health and welfare benefits, vacation time, and paid holidays. Specific rates are provided for general occupations and for Hawaii.
• Executive Orders: Notes the applicability of Executive Order (EO) 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and EO 13658 (Minimum Wage) to covered contracts.
• Uniform Allowance: Outlines requirements for providing uniforms and associated costs.
• Conformance Process: Describes the process for classifying and determining rates for occupations not explicitly listed in the wage determination.

This document is critical for any bidder responding to solicitations that incorporate Service Contract Act requirements. It dictates the minimum labor costs (wages and benefits) that must be factored into proposals for covered contracts. Bidders must ensure their proposed rates meet or exceed these minimums.