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Aerial Observation and Reconnaissance Services

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Response Deadline09/29/2026, 06:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract for the St. Johns River Water Management District in Florida involves providing aerial observation and reconnaissance services to monitor site conditions and burn progress for prime contractors on agency projects. The scope of work includes the transportation of personnel between designated locations using appropriate rotorcraft. Qualified candidates must hold a Commercial or ATP Certificate with a Rotorcraft rating and have completed the FAA 14 CFR Part 135 Airman Competency Proficiency Check. Additionally, a minimum of 1,500 pilot-in-command hours is required. The solicitation was posted on September 14, 2026, with a response deadline of September 29, 2026, under NAICS code 481219.

General Info

Aerial observation and rotorcraft transport services for St. Johns River Water Management District.

Agency

Florida → St. Johns River Water Management DistView Agency

NAICS

481219 - Other Nonscheduled Air TransportationView NAICS

Place of Performance

FL, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 42232RFQ27.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Helicopter Services for Prescribed Burns and/or Aerial Observation

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Timeline

PostedSep 14

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Response DeadlineSep 29

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09/29/2026, 06:00:00 PM UTCin 13 days

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AgencyFlorida → St. Johns River Water Management Dist

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Performs aerial observation and reconnaissance flights for prime contractors on agency projects to monitor burn progress and site conditions. Transports personnel between pickup and drop-off locations using suitable rotorcraft. Requires Commercial or ATP Certificate with Rotorcraft rating, FAA 14 CFR Part 135 Airman Competency Proficiency Check, and minimum 1,500 PIC hours. Delivers aerial reconnaissance services.

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