Oakland University seeks proposals for charter air transportation services for athletic teams. Proposals due December 16, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET via MITN/Bidnet Direct. Questions due November 18, 2026. Evaluation criteria: safety (30 points), experience (15), pricing (25), aircraft availability (15), customer service (10), references (5). Award based on best value, not lowest price. Initial 3-year term with two optional 1-year renewals. Insurance requirements include aviation liability of $5M per occurrence. FAA and DOT certifications required.
Proposals must be received by December 16, 2026 @2:00 p. m. Eastern Time. proposals must be received by december 16, 2026 @2: 00 p. m. eastern time.
The university's preferred payment method is with a university credit card (pcard). the university's preferred payment method is with a university credit card pcard. the university will not accept convenience fees or increased pricing due to pcard payment.
Proposals evaluated on safety qualifications (30 points), experience (15), pricing (25), aircraft availability (15), customer service (10), references (5). the proposer selected for the award will be chosen on the basis of an assessment of the greatest benefit to ou, not necessarily on the basis of lowest price.
Vendors must demonstrate FAA and DOT certifications, including Part 121 or Part 135 certification. evidence of appropriate faa and dot certifications and operating authority, including applicable part 121 or part 135 certification.
Services not provided in accordance with scope may result in default. services not provided in accordance with the scope of services may result in the firm being found in default. in the event of default all procurement costs may be charged against the firm.
All inquiries must be submitted in writing via MITN/Bidnet Direct by November 18, 2026. all inquiries to this rfp must be submitted in writing online via mitn, bidnet direct by november 18, 2026 @2: 00 p. m. eastern time.
Failure to submit required documents may cause disqualification. failure to submit information in accordance with the rfp requirements and procedures may be cause for disqualification.