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National USFS Aviation and Contracting Vendor Summit Meeting

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The National USFS Aviation and Contracting Vendor Summit Meeting is a two-day event scheduled for September 30 and October 1, 2014, aimed at new and existing small business vendors, specifically helicopter and light fixed wing operators identified under NAICS codes 481212 and 481211. Held at The Riverside Hotel in Boise, Idaho, the summit runs from 8:30 AM to mid-afternoon and features a comprehensive workshop designed to increase participants’ awareness of the U.S. Forest Service fire suppression mission. The sessions will focus on educating attendees about fire-related contracting opportunities, the contractual process, and operational practices relevant to both rotary and fixed wing aviation resources. Attendance is free, though seating is limited, and attendees are encouraged to stay at the host hotel, where a block of rooms has been reserved. The agenda includes a general session on the first day for all vendors followed by break-out sessions tailored specifically to helicopter or fixed wing operators on the second day. These smaller sessions provide in-depth information, fostering interaction with government officials to address specific questions and concerns. The purpose of the summit is to equip vendors with the knowledge to successfully submit offers and conduct business professionally with the USFS, supporting critical firefighting aviation efforts. Primary contacts for the event are Contracting Officer Frank Gomez and Staff Assistant Cindy Knickerbocker, who can provide further details and assistance.

General Info

Two-day USFS Aviation Summit for helicopter and fixed wing vendors on fire suppression contracting.

NAICS

481212 - Nonscheduled Chartered Freight Air Transportation

Place of Performance

BOISE, ID, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

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Frank_Gomez_Nat%27l_Helicopter_Upcoming_Contractual_Opportunities.pdf

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Gary_Moore_Procurement_Technical_Assistance_Center.pdf

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Gary_Sterling_Aviation_Safety.pdf

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Gary_Sterling_Helicopter_Aviation_Safety.pdf

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Handouts_Overview_%26_Mission_of_AQM_and_ISB.pdf

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John_Nelson_Aircraft_%26_Equipment_Inspection_%26_Contract_Oversight.pdf

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Larry_Dimerelli_Small_Business_Administration.pdf

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Paul_Linse_Overview_of_the_FS_Fire_%26_Aviation_Managemnt_Program_National_%26_Regional_in_Scope.pdf

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Regional_CO%27s_Helicopter_Upcoming_Contractual_Opportunites.pdf

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Rick_Howe_Aircraft_%26_Equipment_and_Contract_Oversight.pdf

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Rick_Howe_Helicopter_Inspection_Checklist.pdf

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Tom_Ricks_Pilot_Standardization.pdf

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Tonya_Rymer_Overview_%26_Mission_of_AQM_%26_ISB.pdf

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Walker_Craig_Overview_of_the_Organization_%26_Operational_Requirements.pdf

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AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → USDA Forest Service
Contacts2 people available
OfficeBOISE, ID, 83705, USA
Office AddressBOISE, ID, 83705, USA
Contacts
Frank A GomezContracting Officer
Cindy KnickerbockerStaff Assistant

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National USFS Aviation and Contracting Vendor Summit Meeting Target Audience: New and Existing Small Business Vendors - Helicopter Operators (NAICS 481212) and Light Fixed Wing Operators (NAICS 481211) Dates: September 30 and October 1, 2014 Start time is 0830 and anticipated ending time is 1530-1600. Location: The Riverside Hotel, 2900 Chinden Boulevard, Boise Idaho 83714, Phone 208 343-1871 A block of rooms have been reserved for this event. Mention "National USFS Aviation and Contracting Vendor Summit Meeting" when making your reservation. Attendees are encouraged to stay at the meeting facility. Scope/Mission: This two day workshop is intended to increase awareness of the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) fire suppression mission and to provide an education and understanding of fire related contracting opportunities to new and current vendors. The scope of this meeting is intended to address contractual processes and operational practices for Rotary and Fixed Wing resources but will also discuss short and long term organization and mission goals. This workshop is directed towards new and existing Small Business Light Fixed Wing operators and Helicopter operators to educate and create interest and marketing opportunities to support critical fire aviation resources as contracting opportunities develop. Over the course of two days you will be provided an in-depth fundamental understanding on how to successfully submit an offer for consideration and how to professionally conduct business with the USFS. This is no charge to attend this workshop/meeting, however seating is limited. Tentative Schedule: Day 1 - 0830 - 1600: General Session - Combined Fixed Wing and Rotary vendors will be provided with the general information. Day 2 - 0830 - 1530: Break-Out Sessions - Separate presentations provided to Light Fixed Wing operators and Helicopter operators. The focus will be providing more in-depth details from the first session geared towards respective programs and will provide an opportunity to interact with questions and concerns between contractors and Government officials. Primary Contact: Frank Gomez-Contracting Officer 208 387-5347 or fgomez@fs.fed.us Secondary Contact: Cindy Knickerbocker, 208-387-5609, cknickerbocker@fs.fed.us

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