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Helicopter Support Services for Equipment and Personnel Transport

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The contract provides helicopter support services for the transportation of personnel, tools, and materials to remote or inaccessible work areas in support of California Water Resources Department projects. Services are intended to facilitate operations in challenging terrain where ground access is impractical or impossible, ensuring timely delivery of resources for water infrastructure maintenance, inspection, or construction activities. The work will primarily focus on the Bakersfield region, with operations tailored to meet logistical demands in hard-to-reach locations across the state. This subcontract is classified under NAICS code 481219 for other air transportation services and was posted on July 30, 2026. The contract does not specify a set-aside classification or solicitation number and lacks detailed point of contact information. The performance location is centered in Bakersfield, with potential for operations throughout surrounding areas requiring aerial access. All transport activities must comply with safety and operational standards for aerial logistics in sensitive environmental and infrastructure zones.

General Info

Helicopter support for transporting personnel and materials to remote California water project sites near Bakersfield.

Agency

California Water Resources, Department of

NAICS

481219 - Other Nonscheduled Air TransportationView NAICS

Place of Performance

Bakersfield, CA

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NONE

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PostedJul 30

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AgencyCalifornia Water Resources, Department of

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California Water Resources, Department of

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Helicopter services for transporting personnel, tools, and materials to remote or inaccessible work areas.

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