Scheduled Air Liner Support Services
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 Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), under the Department of Homeland Security, has issued a Sources Sought Notice for Scheduled Air Liner Support Services. This market research aims to identify industry capabilities for providing direct, non-stop air transportation from Honolulu, Hawaii, to Guam and/or American Samoa. The service requires aircraft capable of transporting up to 350 passengers, federal responders, their luggage, and canines. Responses are due by July 17, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
FEMA is seeking information on firms capable of providing scheduled, direct, non-stop air flights. Key requirements include:
- Route: Honolulu, HI (HNL) to Guam (GUM) and/or American Samoa (PPG).
- Capacity: Aircraft capable of transporting up to 350 passengers.
- Frequency: Potential need for one or more daily flights.
- Passengers: Transport of federal responders, their carry-on and checked luggage, and canines.
- Operational Standards: Flights must depart on time, with substitute aircraft available within 4 hours if the original is canceled.
- Aircraft Requirements: Only registered United States flagged aircraft are authorized; no foreign-flagged aircraft.
- Airport Use: Utilization of designated commercial airport terminals at HNL, GUM, and PPG.
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must submit a capabilities statement in Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) format, not exceeding ten (10) pages. The statement should include:
- Company name, address, contact information, UEI, CAGE Code, TIN, and company structure.
- Statement on the adequacy of accounting and property management systems for federal contracts.
- Applicable NAICS code and business size/socio-economic status (e.g., 8(a), Small Disadvantaged, Woman-Owned, HUBZone, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned).
- Description of the firm's ability to perform the required work.
- Pricing for services, aircraft, and resources.
- Information on any teaming arrangements.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Set-Aside: None specified; information on business size and socio-economic status is requested for market research purposes.
- Response Due: Friday, July 17, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET.
- Published: June 17, 2026.
- Submission Method: Email to Kimberly.Coakley@fema.dhs.gov with "RFI # 70FB7026100000004" in the subject line.
Additional Notes
This notice is for market research and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. No costs incurred in responding will be reimbursed. Companies must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). FEMA may contact respondents for additional information approximately 4 weeks after the deadline. All questions should be directed to Kimberly.Coakley@fema.dhs.gov.