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Rappel-Configured Helicopter Provision

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Non-binding Request for Standing Arrangement Rappel Helicopter Services

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AgencyProvince of British Columbia → Ministry of Forests
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Supplies and operates specialized rappel-capable helicopters for prime contractors on aerial wildfire control projects. Provisions Bell 412HP or 412EP models configured with helitanks and Onboard Systems Rescue Hoist Model 42325. Requires Transport Canada approval (STC listing) and minimum 450 hours remaining before engine/gearbox overhaul. Delivers fully operational, airworthy rappel helicopters available for dispatch.

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NAICS: 481219
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Non-binding Request for Standing Arrangement Rappel Helicopter Services
Solicitation # 234484
The Ministry of Forests, specifically the BC Wildfire Service, is issuing a non-binding Request for Standing Arrangement for Rappel Helicopter Services under Opportunity ID 234484. This non-exclusive arrangement seeks qualified suppliers to provide helicopters, pilots, and maintenance crews for wildfire operations in British Columbia. The service period typically runs for a minimum of 150 consecutive days between April and September, with the primary base of operations located at the Provincial Rappel Operations Centre in Salmon Arm. Notably, Addendum No. 1 specifies that submissions from U.S. suppliers will be disregarded and not evaluated. Technical requirements are stringent, favoring aircraft such as the Bell 412HP or 412EP, which must feature highly visible rotor markings and meet specific useful load benchmarks. Aircraft must be in the contractor's possession by March 1, 2027, and maintain at least 450 operational hours before any major engine or gearbox overhaul. Pilots must meet extensive experience thresholds, including 1,000 hours of PIC in designated mountainous areas and specialized training in crew resource management, mountain flying, and underwater egress. Maintenance must be performed by Transport Canada-qualified personnel following an approved Maintenance Control Manual. Evaluation is based on a weighted system where non-price rated criteria, including helicopter performance and useful load, account for 70 percent of the total score. Respondents must provide comprehensive documentation, including an Air Operator Certificate, Certificate of Airworthiness, and proof of significant insurance coverage, ranging from 3 million to 15 million dollars in aircraft liability depending on passenger capacity. Submissions are due by November 10, 2026, via BC Bid or email, and must utilize the provided Appendix B response templates.
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