Purchase Boeing ONE (1) 737-700 or 737-800 Aircraft with Trade-in of 737-400

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a draft template for a Small Business Subcontracting Plan, provided by USMS as a tool for offerors. Offerors must adapt this model to their specific subcontracting situations and remove all instructional language. It outlines the requirements and provides a framework for developing a subcontracting plan in accordance with FAR 19.704 and FAR clause 52.219-9.

• Subcontracting Goals: Requires specific percentage goals for subcontracting to various small business categories (Small Business, SDB, WOSB, SDVOSB, HUBZone) for FY 2025. It also details how to calculate and present these goals, including total dollars to be subcontracted to large and small businesses.
• Plan Type: Offerors must specify if they are submitting a Commercial Plan, Individual Plan, or Master Plan.
• Identification Data: Fields for Company Name, Address, Date Prepared, Description of Supplies/Services, Solicitation Number, Contract Number, Period of Performance, Estimated Value, Place of Performance, and DUNS Number.
• Description of Supplies/Services: Requires identification of principal types of supplies/services to be subcontracted and the planned business concerns (Large, Small, VOSB, SDVOSB, HUBZone, SDB, WOSB).
• Method for Developing Goals: Requires a description of the methodology used to establish subcontracting goals.
• Method for Identifying Sources: Requires a description of how potential subcontractors are identified.
• Indirect Costs: Statement on whether indirect costs are included in subcontracting goals.
• Program Administrator: Identification of an individual responsible for administering the subcontracting program and their duties.
• Equitable Opportunity: Description of efforts to ensure equitable opportunities for small businesses to compete for subcontracts.
• Assurances: Agreement to include FAR Clause 52.219-8 and require compliance from subcontractors.
• Reporting and Cooperation: Details on submitting Individual Subcontract Reports (ISR) and Summary Subcontract Reports (SSR) via the Electronic Subcontracting Reporting System (eSRS).
• Recordkeeping: Description of records to be maintained regarding subcontracting efforts.
• Good Faith Effort: Assurance of making a good faith effort to utilize small businesses.
• Other Assurances: Statements regarding written explanations for failure to meet goals, non-prohibition of subcontractor discussions with the Contracting Officer, and timely payment to small business subcontractors.
• Other Statutory Requirements: Acknowledgment of FAR 19.702 and 15 U.S.C. 637(d)(8).

This document is crucial for any bidder intending to subcontract. It provides the framework and specific targets that must be met or proposed in their subcontracting plan. Bidders must understand these requirements to accurately complete their own subcontracting plans and ensure compliance with federal regulations. The document outlines the expected subcontracting goals for FY 2025 (Small Business 36%, SDB 5%, WOSB 5%, SDVOSB 3%, HUBZone 3%) and details the reporting and recordkeeping obligations.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the technical specifications for the purchase of one (1) Boeing 737-700 or 737-800 aircraft by the U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) Justice Prisoner Air Transportation System (JPATS). The aircraft will be used for the safe, secure, and efficient transportation of federal and non-federal prisoners, as well as for other operational missions including international flights, witness security, and strategic deployments. The aircraft will be operated as Public Aircraft under 14 CFR Part 91 and will be delivered 12 weeks after contract award.

• Aircraft Type: One (1) Boeing 737-700 or 737-800, transport category, narrow body, twin-engine jet aircraft.

• Airframe: Must meet 14 CFR Part 25 specifications, have a current FAA Standard Airworthiness Certificate, be maintained under an approved program, have accumulated less than 40,000 cycles, be certified for day/night VFR/IFR and known icing conditions, and meet Stage 3 noise compliance.

• Cabin Configuration: Minimum of 132 "Tourist Class" seats with leather upholstery meeting burn certification criteria. Equipped with three flushable lavatories, standard airline galleys, and "moon mat" flooring.

• Avionics: Comprehensive Collins Avionics Suite, including dual Flight Management Systems (FMS), dual GPS, dual Air Data Inertial Reference Units (ADIRU), FANS 1 Capable Multipurpose Control Display Units (MCDU), digital VHF transceivers, HF communication system, SATVOICE, and an Aircraft Data Link System.

• Powerplant: Boeing 737-700 must have CFM56-7B24/B1 engines; 737-800 must have CFM56-7B26 engines. Engines must have a minimum of 5,000 cycles remaining before scheduled shop visit and be eligible for "Power by the Hour" maintenance.

• Documentation: Extensive documentation required, including Airplane Flight Manual (AFM), Flight Crew Operating Manual, Quick Reference Handbooks (QRH), Weight and Balance reports, maintenance and inspection status reports, Airworthiness Directive and Service Bulletin status, and detailed component traceability.

• Delivery: Aircraft to be delivered 12 weeks after contract award.

• JPATS Owned Aircraft: The contractor must also offer to purchase a JPATS-owned Boeing 737-400 aircraft and spare parts. The value of this purchase may offset the price of the new aircraft.

• Pre-Award Inspection: Apparent Successful Offeror must present the aircraft for inspection within 14 days of notification.

• Final Delivery/Inspection: To be conducted within 12 weeks after award. The aircraft must be airworthy and meet all technical specifications. The Government will have 7 calendar days for this inspection, with contractor correction of findings within 5 calendar days.

• Acceptance Flight: A two-hour acceptance flight will be conducted to demonstrate aircraft performance, with a JPATS pilot observing.

• Not specified in this document.

• The document includes detailed appendices specifying requirements for Airframe, Powerplant, Avionics, Software, and various system options (Autoflight, Common Display, Ground Proximity Warning, Flight Management Computer, etc.).

• The aircraft must have a non-descript paint scheme with no visible logos from previous operators.

• All repairs must be permanent, and the aircraft must be free of leaks.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document provides instructions to offerors for submitting proposals related to the procurement of commercial aircraft, specifically Boeing 737-700 or 737-800 models. It outlines the format, content, and submission requirements for proposals.

• Proposals must be submitted in two parts: "Technical Proposal" and "Business/Price Proposal."

• The Technical Proposal must address specific technical evaluation factors and include detailed documentation and evidence that the proposed aircraft meets all technical requirements. This includes providing a plan to meet requirements if the aircraft does not meet them at the time of submission.

• Specific photographic evidence of the aircraft's exterior, interior, flightdeck, and cargo/baggage compartments is required.

• Various reports must be submitted, including Maintenance and Inspection Status, Airworthiness Directive Status, Service Bulletin Status, Hard Time-Controlled Component Status, Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA) Status, Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) List, and Life Limited Parts (LLP) Status for landing gear, engines, and APU.

• Offerors must also provide a proposed delivery schedule, with the government's required delivery being 12 weeks after award. Schedules exceeding this will be unacceptable.

• Offerors must describe their aircraft sales experience over the past five years, including up to five references with specific details.

• Offerors must submit an offer to purchase a JPATS-owned Boeing 737-400 aircraft and spare parts, sold "AS IS, WHERE IS."

• Offerors must complete a specified pricing table for the new Boeing 737-700 or 737-800 aircraft.

• Exceptions to terms, conditions, or assumptions must be clearly indicated.

• Offerors other than small businesses must submit a small business subcontracting plan.

• Period of acceptance of offers: 120 days.

• JPATS will issue only one award for one aircraft.

• Proposals must be submitted in separately bound volumes.

• The Technical Proposal shall not exceed 100 pages (excluding Maintenance Status Report).

• Type (font) size must be no less than 10 point and no more than 12 point.

• All communications must be directed to the Contracting Officer.

• Proposals must be submitted no later than April 30, 2026, at 13:00 p.m. CST.

• Evaluation will be based on the merit of the submitted material and will follow a format mirroring the evaluation factors.

• Specific small business subcontracting goals are outlined (SB 36%, SDB 5%, WOSB 5%, SDVOSB 3%, HUBZone 3%).

• Inquiries must be submitted via email by April 6, 2026, 1:00 p.m. CST.

• The offeror attests to proposal validity for at least 120 calendar days from the closing date.

Brand Name Justification and Approval (Other Than Full and Open Competition)

This document justifies the use of other-than-full-and-open competition for the acquisition of one (1) large transport category Boeing aircraft. The United States Marshals Service (USMS) requires this aircraft for the Justice Prisoner Air Transportation System (JPATS) to transport federal detainees and prisoners cost-effectively and safely.

• Purchase of one (1) Boeing 737-700 or 737-800 Next Generation (NG) aircraft.

• Delivery within 12 weeks after award of order.

• The estimated total value is $30 Million.

• Anticipated award timeframe: August 1, 2026.

• The acquisition is part of a cyclical replacement of aging aircraft.

• This is a justification for brand name acquisition, not a solicitation for proposals.

• The justification will be posted to the Governmentwide Point of Entry (GPE).

• Interested sources will be considered as per RFO 5.101.

• This justification is for "Other Than Full and Open Competition" based on Brand Name.

• Previous procurements indicate at least three firms (AerSale, Inc., AAR Aircraft Services, Brewin Group, LLC) have shown interest.

• The USMS currently operates Boeing 737 aircraft and pilots are type-rated for them.

• The agency has purchased extensive rights and manuals for Boeing 737 aircraft, making a different brand potentially burdensome and expensive.

• Market research indicates the anticipated cost of $26M - $30M is fair and reasonable.

Amendment / Modification

This document is an addendum to Solicitation 52.212-2, specifically addressing Evaluation - Commercial Items. It clarifies the basis for award and the evaluation criteria.

• Basis for Award: Clarifies that a Firm Fixed Priced (FFP) contract will be awarded based on best value.

• Evaluation Factors: Details four factors:

  • Factor 1: Technical (Aircraft) and Delivery Schedule
  • Factor 2: Aircraft Sales Experience
  • Factor 3: Purchase of Existing JPATS Boeing 737-400 Aircraft and Spare Parts (a go/no-go requirement)
  • Factor 4: Price of New Boeing 737-700 or 737-800 Aircraft

• Factor Importance: Factor 1 is more important than Factor 2. Factors 1 and 2 combined are significantly more important than Factor 4 (Price). Factor 3 is a mandatory requirement.

• Evaluation Approach: Proposals will be evaluated using confidence ratings (High, Some, Low) for Factors 1 and 2 to support a best value tradeoff decision. The Government may award to a higher-priced Offeror for a superior solution.

• Technical Requirements: Aircraft must meet minimum technical requirements and JPATS Aircraft Technical Specification Document Appendices A through E must be completed. Delivery schedule must not exceed 12 weeks after award.

• Sales Experience: Evaluation of aircraft sales experience over the last five years.

• Aircraft Purchase: Offerors must submit an offer to purchase a JPATS owned Boeing 737-400 aircraft and spare parts; failure to do so makes the proposal unacceptable.

• New Aircraft Price: Evaluation is on the price of a new Boeing 737-700 or 737-800 aircraft. Offerors may propose one or both models, but only one aircraft will be purchased.

• Bidders must ensure their proposals address all evaluation factors, including the mandatory purchase of a JPATS Boeing 737-400 and spare parts.

• The delivery schedule for the proposed aircraft must not exceed 12 weeks after the date of award.

• A pricing table is included for the "New Boeing Aircraft" and the "Purchase of Existing JPATS Boeing 737-400 Aircraft and spare parts."

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation (Solicitation Number: 15M30026RA3700011) issued by the U.S. Marshals Service for the purchase of one (1) Boeing 737-700 or 737-800 Aircraft. The acquisition is unrestricted.

• Procurement of one (1) Boeing 737-700 or 737-800 Aircraft.

• The specific aircraft type is Boeing 737-700 or 737-800.

• The applicable Product Service Code (PSC) is 1510.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: Base Period (specific dates not detailed in this section).

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated in the provided pages.

• Offer Due Date: April 30, 2026, 13:00 CT.

• Solicitation Issue Date: March 20, 2026.

• Evaluation factors are detailed in Section 4, Solicitation Provisions, specifically FAR 52.212-2 (DEV), which states that the award will be made to the responsible Offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. Specific evaluation factors are to be detailed in an addendum.

• Offers must include: Solicitation number, Offeror's name/address/phone, UEI, EFT indicator, information for evaluation factors, representations/certifications, and a statement of agreement with terms and conditions.

• Offers must be submitted to the office specified in the solicitation.

• The acquisition is marked as UNRESTRICTED.

• NAICS Code: 336411 (Aircraft Manufacturing).

• Size Standard: 1500 Employees.

• The document includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses and provisions, including deviations.

• Key attachments referenced include: Aircraft Acquisition Technical Specifications, Sol. Addendum 52.212-1, and Sol. Addendum 52.212-2.