NAICS Demand Lane

    Air Transportation — Contract Opportunities

    846 total opportunities (846 active) tied to NAICS 481 across federal, state, local, and forecast sources.
    NAICS 481Federal + SLED846 total
    Total Opportunities
    846
    Across all indexed sources
    Active Estimate
    846
    Approximate active count
    Source Count
    3
    Federal, SLED, and forecast lanes

    Latest federal solicitations for NAICS 481.

    AI Summary

    The United States Transportation Command is seeking proposals for rotary-wing aviation support services in Papua New Guinea for the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency. The requirement includes providing up to three helicopters for remote recovery missions, passenger and cargo transport, sling load operations, and 24/7 M…

    IL

    Posted Aug 4, 2026Due Aug 14, 2026Combined Synopsis/SolicitationNAICS 481211Sol: HTC71126RE147
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    The Department of State is seeking helicopter transport services to accommodate the protective detail members. The opportunity is classified under NAICS code 481219 and is not set aside for small businesses. Interested bidders should prepare to provide suitable seating capacity for the required personnel.

    DC

    Posted Aug 3, 2026JustificationNAICS 481219Sol: PR16087378
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    The opportunity involves chartering an air transport service for the US Secret Service to facilitate a VVIP visit to Iceland in June 2026. The aircraft must accommodate at least 12 passengers and be available during a specific timeframe to ensure effective security coverage for the visitors.

    DC

    Posted Aug 3, 2026JustificationNAICS 481219Sol: PR16091308
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    NASA is seeking proposals for commercial aviation services to support airborne science missions, including the operation of a ski-equipped survey aircraft. The contract will be a firm-fixed-price IDIQ with a maximum value of $9 million over four years. Proposals are due by August 14, 2026, and must comply with specific…

    CA

    Posted Jul 31, 2026Due Aug 15, 2026Combined Synopsis/SolicitationNAICS 481219Sol: 80ARC026R0007
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    The USPS is seeking U.S. and foreign air carriers for International Commercial Air Transportation Services for military and diplomatic mail. Interested carriers must provide relevant business information and authorization documents by August 14, 2026. Services are set to begin on August 7, 2027, covering approximately …

    PA

    Posted Jul 29, 2026Due Aug 14, 2026Sources SoughtNAICS 48111Sol: 5A-26-A-0003
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    The Department of Homeland Security, US Coast Guard, is seeking proposals for 'call when needed' helicopter services to transport personnel, equipment, and supplies to various remote locations in Alaska. This solicitation is set aside for SBA and requires services to be provided from predetermined points within the def…

    VA

    Posted Jul 29, 2026Due Aug 31, 2026SolicitationNAICS 481211Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)Sol: 70Z04426QCMPL2619
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    AI Summary

    The NSSL Phase 3 Lane 1 Industry Day will take place on August 26, 2026, at Los Angeles Air Force Base. This event aims to provide details on the upcoming Launch Service Task Orders and the IDIQ on-ramp for Launch Service Providers. Registration is required, and participation is limited to in-person attendance only.

    CA

    Posted Jul 29, 2026Due Aug 5, 2026Special NoticeNAICS 481212Sol: NSSL-Ph3Ln1-IndDay082026
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    AI Summary

    The Department of Defense is seeking information on potential sources for chase aircraft services to accompany RPA flights. Interested small businesses are encouraged to submit capability statements detailing relevant experience and qualifications. This is a Sources Sought notice for market research purposes only, and …

    CA

    Posted Jul 27, 2026Due Aug 27, 2026Sources SoughtNAICS 481219Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)Sol: 26-P-0000-039061
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    AI Summary

    This opportunity involves a justification for an exception to fair opportunity for the T0373 Stratospheric Projectile Experiment of Entry Dynamics task order under NASA's Suborbital/Hosted Orbital Flight and Payload Integrations Services. Interested parties should refer to the attached documentation for further details…

    CA

    Posted Jul 22, 2026JustificationNAICS 481212Sol: AFRC_FOP_FY26-01
    Award Date
    Jul 22, 2026
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    AI Summary

    The Department of Homeland Security is seeking industry information regarding Air Transportation Support Services through a Sources Sought Notice. This opportunity includes a Virtual Industry Day and is not a solicitation. Interested parties should review the attached documents for further details.

    DC

    Posted Jul 21, 2026Due Jul 29, 2026Sources SoughtNAICS 481211No Set aside usedSol: 70FB7026I00000007
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    Source mix

    How this NAICS code is represented across indexed contract sources.

    federal
    709
    sled
    85
    forecast
    52

    About NAICS 481

    The Air Transportation sector comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing air transportation of passengers and cargo using aircraft. This includes scheduled and non-scheduled air services.

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