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Specialized Aviation Support (Rotorcraft)

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State & Local

Response Deadline11/05/2026, 10:00:00 PM UTC

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The Specialized Aviation Support subcontract with the California Department of Transportation involves providing rotorcraft transport services for prime contractors working on Caltrans projects. The primary objective is the movement of personnel and equipment to remote geotechnical sites, with performance specifically located in Imperial. Qualified providers must hold an FAA Commercial Rotorcraft license and either a Commercial or Airline Transport Pilot Certificate. Additionally, personnel are required to maintain a valid Class I or II FAA Medical Certificate. Responses for this opportunity are due by November 5, 2026.

General Info

Agency

California Department of Transportation

NAICS

488119 - Other Airport Operations

Place of Performance

Imperial, CA, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 59A1414.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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IFB Geotechnical Exploration Drilling - Southern CA

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Timeline

PostedOct 16

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Response DeadlineNov 5

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Response Deadline

11/05/2026, 10:00:00 PM UTCin 19 days

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AgencyCalifornia Department of Transportation

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Organization / AgencyCalifornia Department of Transportation

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Provides rotorcraft transport for prime contractors on Caltrans projects to move equipment and personnel to remote geotechnical sites. Requires FAA Commercial Rotorcraft license, Commercial or Airline Transport Pilot Certificate, and valid Class I or II FAA Medical Certificate. Delivers transport of personnel and equipment.

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