South Dakota Universities and Special Schools Ionwave #USD Athletics WBB Air Charter Services FY27

Air Charter Services for University of South Dakota Women's Basketball 2026-27 Season

The University of South Dakota Athletics Department is seeking proposals for air charter services to support the women's basketball team's 2026-27 season travel. - Government Buyer: - University of South Dakota Athletics, Purchasing Office (Contact: Raleigh Tiahrt) - Products/Services Requested: - Air charter services for the women's basketball team - Aircraft must have a minimum seating capacity of 30, accommodating all passengers, baggage, and basketball equipment - Multiple flight options: - One round trip (Sioux Falls, Sioux City, or Yankton, SD to Missoula, MT) - Up to four one-way trips between various city pairs (e.g., Valparaiso, IN; St. Louis, MO; Grand Forks, ND; Tulsa, OK; Sioux Falls, Sioux City, or Yankton, SD) - FAA-certified aircraft required - Provision of non-alcoholic beverages and attendant services - Pricing must include all costs, with a fuel surcharge true-up after the final trip - Detailed invoicing required - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Aircraft must be FAA-certified and meet all safety standards - Flexible scheduling to accommodate team needs - Minimum seating capacity of 30 is mandatory - All flights must accommodate basketball equipment and team baggage - Multiple vendors may be awarded contracts - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Potential Competitors: - Leading air charter service providers with experience in collegiate athletics or group travel

Description

The University of South Dakota Athletics is soliciting proposals from qualified vendors to provide air charter services for the 2026-27 women's basketball season. The contract may be awarded to multiple vendors and covers one round trip and/or up to four one-way trips. Proposals must be submitted by August 13, 2026, and vendors should review the attached RFP document for detailed requirements and evaluation criteria. The buyer contact is Raleigh Tiahrt at the University of South Dakota.

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