Opportunity
South Dakota Universities and Special Schools Ionwave #KKB-218211358
SDSU Athletics Air Charter Services for Women's Basketball Team (2026-2027 Season)
Posted
July 24, 2026
Respond By
August 06, 2026
Identifier
KKB-218211358
NAICS
481211
South Dakota State University (SDSU) Athletics is seeking air charter services for its women's basketball team for the 2026-2027 season. - Government Buyer: - South Dakota State University, Athletics Department, Purchasing Office (Brookings, SD) - Products/Services Requested: - Air charter services for up to eight team trips - Each trip requires aircraft seating at least 25 passengers and space for team equipment - Destinations include Austin, TX; Kansas City, MO; Daytona Beach, FL; Normal, IL; Bozeman, MT; West Palm Beach, FL; Spokane, WA; and Tulsa, OK (with some trips offering multiple routing options) - Vendors must provide detailed pricing sheets, including all fees (fuel, taxes, segment fees, PFCs, security, de-icing, etc.) and fuel cost formulas - Aircraft details, FAA certification, and seating capacity must be specified - Flexible scheduling is required due to game schedules, with changes possible up to 10 days before departure - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Aircraft must accommodate team equipment and baggage - Contract may be awarded by individual trip or as a total package - Vendors must confirm aircraft availability for all proposed trips - Compliance with SDSU terms and conditions is mandatory - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - The contract covers the 2026-2027 women's basketball season only
Description
South Dakota State University Athletics is soliciting proposals from qualified vendors to provide air charter services for up to eight women's basketball trips during the 2026-2027 season. The contract may be awarded to one or more vendors based on evaluation criteria, and awards may be made on a trip-by-trip basis. Vendors must submit proposals through the online bid system and complete all required documentation. The service must meet the quality and specifications outlined in the RFP.