Purchase Boeing ONE (1) 737-700 or 737-800 Aircraft with Trade-in of 737-400
Overview
Buyer
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PSC
Set Aside
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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 U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) Justice Prisoner and Air Transportation System (JPATS) is soliciting proposals for the purchase of one (1) new Boeing 737-700 or 737-800 aircraft. This Unrestricted opportunity requires offerors to also purchase a JPATS-owned Boeing 737-400 aircraft and spare parts as a mandatory condition. The estimated value is $30 Million. Proposals are due April 20, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. CST.
Scope of Work
JPATS requires a new Boeing 737-700 or 737-800 aircraft to transport federal and non-federal prisoners, as well as for other operational missions. The new aircraft must meet stringent technical specifications, including 14 CFR Part 25 airframe requirements, a minimum of 132 "Tourist Class" seats, a comprehensive Collins Avionics Suite, and CFM56-7B series engines with at least 5,000 cycles remaining. Delivery of the new aircraft is required within 12 weeks after contract award.
A critical component of this solicitation is the mandatory requirement for offerors to submit an offer to purchase a JPATS-owned Boeing 737-400 aircraft and associated spare parts, which will be sold "as-is/where-is." Extensive documentation for the 737-400, including AD/SB status, life-limited parts reports, and overhaul records, has been provided to assist bidders in their assessment. A visual inspection of the 737-400 is permitted prior to the proposal due date.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price (FFP)
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- NAICS Code: 336411 (Aircraft Manufacturing)
- Size Standard: 1500 employees
- Product Service Code: 1510 (Aircraft, Fixed Wing)
- Estimated Value: $30,000,000
- Period of Acceptance: Offers must be valid for 120 days.
Evaluation Factors
Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose proposal represents the best value to the Government, considering price and other factors. The evaluation criteria are:
- Technical (Aircraft) and Delivery Schedule: Most important factor. Proposals must detail how the proposed aircraft meets technical specifications and commit to a delivery within 12 weeks.
- Aircraft Sales Experience: Evaluation of the offeror's direct aircraft ownership and resale experience over the past five years.
- Purchase of Existing JPATS Boeing 737-400 Aircraft and Spare Parts: This is a mandatory "go/no-go" requirement. Failure to provide an offer (even as low as $1) will render the proposal non-responsive.
- Price of New Boeing 737-700 or 737-800 Aircraft: Less important than Factors 1 and 2 combined. The Government reserves the right to award to a higher-priced offeror for a superior solution.
Submission & Deadlines
- Questions Due: April 6, 2026, 1:00 p.m. CST
- Proposals Due: April 20, 2026, 1:00 p.m. CST
- Submission Method: Email proposals to Sheila.nimrod@usdoj.gov. No mail-in proposals will be accepted.
- SAM Registration: Offerors must have an active registration in SAM.gov prior to the proposal due date.