Cordova Materials Transport, Aerial

The Forest Service, via USDA-FS CSA Northwest 4, has issued solicitation 1240BF26Q0008 for the aerial transportation of materials and supplies within the Chugach National Forest. This non-personal services requirement involves moving cargo between various staging areas and designated work sites throughout the Cordova Ranger District. The contractor is responsible for furnishing all labor, supervision, management, tools, materials, equipment, and facilities necessary to perform these services in accordance with the Performance Work Statement and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

This procurement is designated as an SBA (SBA) set-aside. It is classified under NAICS 481212 for Nonscheduled Chartered Freight Air Transportation and PSC V111 for Air Freight Transportation, Travel, or Relocation. The government will not exercise supervision or control over the personnel performing these services; instead, the service providers are accountable to the contractor, who is in turn responsible to the government. Performance will take place in Cordova, Alaska, and the response deadline is February 13, 2026.

Seven attachments accompany this solicitation, including a map of operations, the Performance Work Statement, service contract labor wage rates, and official responses to industry questions. The point of contact for this requirement is Raymond Padgett III. Documentation indicates that the contractor must provide all necessary items and services for transport while maintaining compliance with the established schedule of items and specific terms and conditions.