Aviation fuel for Orange and Sullivan County wildfire mission

This contract involves the provision of aviation fuel to support wildfire response efforts in Orange County, New York, with a focus on multiple locations including Orange, Sullivan, Albany, Monroe, and Suffolk counties. The fueling operations are primarily conducted at the closest available site to each mission, with Atlantic Aviation serving as the primary vendor in Orange County. The contract benefits from cost reductions achieved through prior negotiations, such as waiving landing fees for Atlantic Aviation. Additional vendors include Modern Aviation, which fuels UH-60 helicopters out of Ronkonkoma, and Million Air, which fuels UH-60 helicopters out of Latham; these aircraft operate on alternating schedules due to maintenance requirements and crew rotations, ensuring safety during operations. CH-47 helicopters remain stationed at Stewart Airport instead of returning to Rochester, their official duty station. The contract is exempt from advertising under the Economic Development Law, with Modern Aviation, Million Air, Avflight, and Atlantic Aviation designated as award recipients. The agreement runs from November 11, 2024, to November 20, 2024, with a total value estimated between $500,000 and $2 million, supporting wildfire response efforts across multiple counties.