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IFB P2495023 Southern California Helicopter Rental
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The Department of Fish & Wildlife in California has issued an Invitation for Bid to secure helicopter rental services to support its operations across the state, particularly in Southern California. The contract aims to provide a helicopter on an as-needed basis, with a minimum rental commitment of 150 hours annually, to facilitate law enforcement activities, biological surveys, scientific research, and conservation efforts. The department currently owns one helicopter based in Tehama County but requires additional capacity in Ventura County, home to the Air Operations unit, to meet increasing operational demands. The helicopters will be operated by CDFW Warden Pilots and will be used for various critical functions, including investigations, high-risk law enforcement support, remote area transportation, search and rescue missions, and scientific surveys throughout California. The solicitation, identified as number 0000035165, was posted on April 17, 2025, with a response deadline of May 9, 2025. The contract size is estimated to range from $500,000 to $1,500,000, reflecting the scope of services needed. Interested vendors are encouraged to review all related documents by accessing the event package online. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Jillian Harris, reachable via email at [email hidden]. This procurement is part of the state's efforts to enhance its aerial support capabilities for wildlife management, law enforcement, and conservation initiatives across California.
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The purpose of this rental agreement is for the Contractor to provide CDFW with the use of a helicopter on an as-needed basis. The CDFW currently owns and operates one helicopter based in Tehama County, California. Due to the growing need, the department requires a contract to provide helicopter rental services in Ventura County, the location of the Southern California base of the Air Operations unit. CDFW Warden Pilots will operate the helicopters for law enforcement and biological and conservation survey work throughout the State of California. Law enforcement operations include investigations, air support during high-risk operations, transport of CDFW Game Wardens into remote areas, and search and rescue operations. Helicopters will also be used to support various biological surveys, scientific research, and conservation efforts throughout Southern California. The helicopter(s) are expected to be rented for a minimum of one hundred and fifty (150) hours per year.
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