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Indiana University·Indiana

Indiana University Strategic Commercial and Charter Air Partner

Closes 7/30/2026$50M – $125MRequest for Proposal
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Indiana University is seeking one or more airline partners to provide commercial passenger air services and/or charter flight services for its students, faculty, staff, athletic teams, and executive leadership. The contract will cover a broad network of domestic and international routes, flexible fare and charter terms, dedicated account management, and a sponsorship/branding component that allows the airline to gain visibility across the university community. The award will be a five‑year agreement (with renewal options) and the university expects to spend roughly $20 million per year on air travel, split between commercial ($15.5 M) and charter ($5.1 M) services. • Provide competitive airfare pricing, flexible fare rules, and a user‑friendly booking interface integrated with IU travel‑management platforms. • Deliver charter‑flight capability for athletics, marching band, and executive travel, including equipment transport and branding opportunities. • Develop a sponsorship package that includes co‑branded marketing, campus engagement events, and alumni outreach, while meeting sustainability and compliance requirements.

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Contact

John Bodle(Strategic Sourcing Manager)

[email protected]

(812) 856-1767

Key dates

Opened
6/26/2026
Questions due
7/9/2026
Closes
7/30/2026
Duration
5 years

Last updated

Details

Type
Request for Proposal
Industry
Transportation and Public Transit
NAICS
481110
Solicitation №
RFP‑MRO‑1931‑2026

Budget estimate

$50,000,000 – $125,000,000

Based on the university’s disclosed annual air‑travel spend of roughly $20.6 million (commercial > $15.5 M, charter > $5.1 M), a winning airline could expect revenue in that range if it captures the full market. Assuming the contract runs for five years, the total contract value could range from about $50 million (partial capture) to $125 million (full capture of both commercial and charter spend). Factors influencing the budget include the proportion of annual spend the airline secures, negotiated rate discounts, ancillary revenue (e.g., baggage fees, upgrades), and the value of the sponsorship package.

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