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ID: 70B02C24R00000103 • Type: Synopsis Solicitation
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Description

Posted: Dec. 11, 2024, 11:17 a.m. EST
AMENDMENT NOTICE: This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. The solicitation number is 70B02C24R00000103 and is issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ), unless otherwise indicated herein. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2025-01. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 481211 with a small business size standard of 1,500.00 employees.
This requirement is a Small Business Set-Aside and only qualified sellers may submit bids.
The solicitation pricing on https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com will start on the date this solicitation is posted, and, unless otherwise displayed at https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com, will end on:
2024-12-11 12:30:00.0 Eastern Time. This time supersedes the Offers Due Time listed above.
FOB Destination shall be in the Statement of Work
The DHS CBP Air and Marine Contracting Division requires the items to be Meet or Exceed. To review line items, terms, etc., refer to the link below.
Solicitation and Buy Attachments
***Question Submission: Interested Sellers must submit any questions concerning the solicitation at the earliest time possible to enable the Buyer to respond. Questions must be submitted by using the 'Submit a Question' feature at https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com. Questions not received within a reasonable time prior to close of the solicitation may not be considered.***
For this solicitation, DHS CBP Air and Marine Contracting Division intends to conduct an online competitive reverse auction to be facilitated by the third-party reverse auction provider, Unison Marketplace. Unison Marketplace has developed an online, anonymous, browser based application to conduct the reverse auction. A Seller may submit a series of pricing bids, which descend in price during the specified period of time for the aforementioned reverse auction. DHS CBP Air and Marine Contracting Division is taking this action in an effort to improve both vendor access and awareness of requests and the agency's ability to gather multiple, competed, real-time bids. All responsible Sellers that respond to this solicitation MUST submit the pricing portion of their bid using the online exchange located at https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com. There is no cost to register, review procurement data or make a bid on https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com.Sellers that are not currently registered to use https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com should proceed to https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com to complete their free registration. Sellers that require special considerations or assistance may contact Marketplace Support at 1.877.933.3243 or via email at marketplacesupport@unisonglobal.com. Sellers may not artificially manipulate the price of a transaction on https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com by any means. It is unacceptable to place bad faith bids, to use decoys in the https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com process or to collude with the intent or effect of hampering the competitive https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com process. Should Sellers require additional clarification, notify the point of contact or Marketplace Support at 1.877.933.3243 or marketplacesupport@unisonglobal.com.
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Background
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is seeking helicopter support services as part of the Houlton Modernization Project, which involves enhancing tactical communications systems for various CBP missions in Maine.

The goal of this contract is to transport personnel and equipment to remote communication sites for maintenance and emergency repairs, ensuring the integrity of modernized systems.

Work Details
The Contractor shall provide helicopter transport services to potentially twenty-one remote communication sites throughout the Houlton sector in Maine.

Key tasks include:
1) Helicopter Charter and Lift Service: Transporting passengers and equipment, including long lining capabilities for tower repairs, with advance scheduling and emergency support available 24/7.
2) Status Reporting: Submission of trip reports within five days post-trip detailing locations, timetables, flight duration, and passenger information.
3) Risks/Cancellations: Adherence to cancellation policies as per the Contractor's guidelines.

Deliverables include trip report formats, trip reports, cancellation policies, and problem resolution processes. The Contractor must ensure compliance with FAA regulations and provide necessary safety equipment for all flights.

Period of Performance
One base year with four 12-month option periods.

Place of Performance
Services will be performed at various remote communication sites throughout the State of Maine.

Overview

On 8/8/24 CBP Office of Information and Technology issued Synopsis Solicitation 70B02C24R00000103 for Helicopter Support Services (Master BPA) due 12/11/24. The opportunity was issued with a Small Business (SBA) set aside with NAICS 481211 (SBA Size Standard 1500 Employees) and PSC V121.
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Additional Details

Source Agency Hierarchy
HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF > US CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION > AIR AND MARINE CTR DIV
FPDS Organization Code
7014-AMBTCD
Source Organization Code
100186620
Last Updated
June 9, 2025
Last Updated By
cbpbetasam@cbp.dhs.gov
Archive Date
June 9, 2025