Opportunity
Merx #0043-26PAO
Scheduled Air Transportation Services for Black Tickle, Labrador
Posted
May 08, 2026
Respond By
May 13, 2026
Identifier
0043-26PAO
NAICS
481111
The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, Department of Transportation and Infrastructure, is seeking bids for scheduled air transportation services to Black Tickle, Labrador for the operating season. - Government Buyer: - Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, Department of Transportation and Infrastructure - Services Requested: - Provision of at least nine round-trip air transportation services between Happy Valley-Goose Bay, Cartwright, and Black Tickle during the operating season (late May to early November) - Service includes both passenger and cargo transport - Aircraft must be twin-engine, IFR-capable, and operated by two qualified pilots - Aircraft must accommodate up to 11 passengers or 2,500 pounds of cargo (including large items such as snowmobiles or ATVs) - Contractor must provide all necessary labor, materials, equipment, ground services, cargo handling, and customer service - Compliance with Transport Canada regulations is required - Contractor must maintain insurance, a 10% bid bond, and a $10,000 performance bond - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Specific aircraft and staffing requirements (twin-engine, two-pilot, IFR) - Cargo handling facilities required at all locations - Department may adjust flight dates as needed - All bids must be submitted electronically - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation
Description
This solicitation is an Invitation to Tender (ITT) issued by the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador's Transportation & Infrastructure department. It seeks bids for air transportation services to Black Tickle, Labrador, covering a term from May 29, 2026, to November 6, 2026. The contract requires a minimum of nine trips during the operating season from late May to late November, with specific target flight dates provided. Bidders must submit electronic bids by May 15, 2026, and comply with bid security requirements including a 10% bid bond and a $10,000 performance bond.