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This Government Contract opportunity from Department Of Agriculture was posted on August 20, 2014. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Trail Bridge Aerial Transport

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AG-82BH-S-14-0047Federal

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NAICS: 481212
Federal
Amphibious Water Scooper Aircraft Services
Solicitation # 1202SA26R9100
The Department of Agriculture, through the Incident Procurement Aviation Branch of the U.S. Forest Service, is soliciting multiple Firm-Fixed-Price, Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity contracts for contractor-operated and maintained turbine-powered, multi-engine, amphibious, fixed-wing water scooping aircraft services. These aircraft will be utilized for initial and extended attack of wildland fires on a call-when-needed basis. To be eligible, aircraft must have full or interim Interagency Airtanker Board approval and a minimum tank capacity of 1,400 U.S. gallons. The contract structure includes a one-year base period for 2027 and nine one-year options extending through 2036, with a total MATOC ceiling of 2.5 billion dollars. Award will be granted to offerors who are technically acceptable and provide reasonable pricing for daily availability and dry hourly flight rates. Technical evaluations will focus on structural integrity, maintenance, equipment, safety elements, and past performance. Contractors are required to maintain aircraft in accordance with FAA Part 145 standards and OEM maintenance programs, and must provide comprehensive public liability insurance. Payments are processed semi-monthly via the Incident Business System and the Invoice Processing System. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the IIPA application by October 29, 2026, divided into separate technical and business volumes.
Incident Procurement Aviation Branch

POSTED

29 days ago

DEADLINE

in 8 days
NAICS: 481212
Federal
USFS Wildland Fire Aviation Helicopter Support Services for Hoist and Medical Services
Solicitation # 1202SA-RFIHSS26-01
The United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service, through the Incident Procurement Aviation Branch, issued this Request for Information (RFI) on September 22, 2026, to conduct market research for wildland fire aviation helicopter support services. The agency is seeking information on helicopter hoist operations and medical services, including Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Life Support (ALS), to extract patients from remote environments and wildland fires. This RFI is intended solely for planning and acquisition strategy development; it does not constitute a formal solicitation, commitment, or obligation of funds. Responses are due by November 21, 2026, and should be submitted to Contracting Officer Shelia Stoddard. The government is requesting technical data on aircraft configurations, performance charts, and estimated pricing for both day VFR and 24-hour hoist extraction capabilities. Key operational requirements include Part 133 Class D certification, hoist systems STC'd for Human External Cargo, and adherence to FAR 91.205 for night operations using Night Vision Goggles. Personnel requirements are stringent, requiring pilots and hoist operators to maintain currency with six hoist operations every 14 days. Medical personnel must be licensed EMTs, AEMTs, or Paramedics with a state-recognized Medical Director. Additionally, all personnel must adhere to specific safety standards, including NFPA 1977 certified flame-resistant clothing and specialized footwear.
Incident Procurement Aviation Branch

POSTED

29 days ago

DEADLINE

in about 1 month
NAICS: 481212
Federal
Water Scooper Multiple Award IDIQ
Solicitation # 1202SA26R9100
The USDA Forest Service is preparing to issue a presolicitation for Water Scooper Services under the contract title Water Scooper Multiple Award IDIQ, with solicitation number 1202SA26R9100, expected to be released in approximately 15 days. This acquisition aims to secure multiple Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contracts for contractor-operated and maintained turbine-powered, multi-engine, amphibious, fixed-wing water scooping aircraft that hold full or interim approval from the Interagency Airtanker Board. These aircraft will be primarily utilized for initial and extended attack operations against wildland fires, ensuring rapid response and effective fire suppression across federal lands. The contract is set aside entirely for small businesses as defined by the Small Business Administration, with the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 481212 applied. All contract activities will be managed from the USDA Forest Service office in Boise, Idaho, with a place of performance also located in Boise. The primary point of contact is Matthew D. Olson, reachable at matthew.olson@usda.gov or 208-407-6002, with Kay Brundage serving as the secondary contact at rita.brundage@usda.gov or 816-490-0249. The presolicitation notice was posted on May 8, 2026, and interested parties can access further details via the provided SAM.gov link. The emphasis is on acquiring capable, certified water scooping aircraft with proven operational reliability to support federal wildfire response efforts through competitively awarded IDIQ contracts.
USDA Forest Service

POSTED

6 months ago

DEADLINE

N/A
NAICS: 481212
Federal
Aviation Contracting Industry Day
Solicitation # SN-AV-2026-02
The U.S. Forest Service, under the Department of Agriculture, is preparing for the solicitation of aviation services in support of wildland fire operations through the issuance of Solicitation SN-AV-2026-02, with a pre-solicitation Industry Day event scheduled for May 12, 2026, at Jack’s Urban Meeting Place in Boise, Idaho. The event aims to engage industry stakeholders, including partner agencies such as the Department of the Interior, to discuss contracting approaches, performance metrics, and operational expectations for wildland fire aviation support. Key areas of focus include safety management systems, aircraft availability, mechanical reliability, maintenance program quality, crew qualifications, staffing stability, and financial sustainability, with an emphasis on moving away from Lowest Price Technically Acceptable methods toward a best-value trade-off approach that prioritizes mission effectiveness. Economic price adjustments will be tied to Bureau of Labor Statistics data and original equipment manufacturer cost trends, with no proposed caps, while small business participation is strongly encouraged through potential set-asides. Contract terms under consideration include a 3-to-5-year base period with options extending up to 10 years total, standardized standby and fuel reimbursement structures, and seasonal alignment with the Mobilization/Activation Plan. Attendance at the Industry Day requires registration via a Microsoft Forms link, and event logistics include limited daytime parking on the third or fourth floors of the venue, with additional parking available in nearby garages at 10th & Front, 9th & Front, and 11th & Front. While the solicitation notice provides the NAICS code 481212 and designates Boise, Idaho, as the official place of performance, no formal contract clauses, evaluation weights, pricing data, payment instructions, accounting codes, or submission deadlines are included, as this remains a pre-solicitation outreach effort. The U.S. Forest Service and DOI representatives will be present to share insights on oversight expectations and performance standards, but no formal proposal requirements, inspection criteria, or packaging specifications are yet defined. The ultimate goal is to refine the solicitation structure to ensure sustainable, safe, and effective aviation support for federal wildland fire missions, with output-driven metrics replacing purely cost-based evaluations.
Forest Service

POSTED

6 months ago

DEADLINE

N/A

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Solicitation AG-82BH-S-14-0047 is a request for proposals for a firm fixed-price contract to provide aerial transport services for the Pike and San Isabel National Forests. The contractor is responsible for providing all manpower, equipment, and services to transport three trail bridge superstructures, along with decking, running planks, railing, and posts, from the Geroux Pit in Westcliffe, Colorado, to three specific stream crossing locations. The maximum single load for these transports is approximately 2,133 lbs, and the materials must be placed on existing abutments. The estimated period of performance is from September 2, 2014, to October 31, 2014. Eligible offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management and fall under NAICS code 481212. Proposals are evaluated based on cost, experience, and past performance, with technical factors carrying approximately equal weight to cost. Required submission documents include a signed SF1449, a detailed price schedule, a quality control plan, an operations plan, and evidence of similar projects completed within the last seven years. Proposals must be submitted in writing by August 15, 2014, and a post-award conference is required within five days of the contract award.

General Info

Contract Value

$28,000

NAICS

481212 - Nonscheduled Chartered Freight Air Transportation

Place of Performance

San Isabel National Forest, CO, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

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AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → Rocky Mountain Regional Office
Contacts1 person available
OfficeLAKEWOOD, CO, 80401, USA
Office AddressLAKEWOOD, CO, 80401, USA
Contacts
Angelina SanchezPurchasing Agent

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This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6 and 13.106, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-74, dated May 30, 2014. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Request for Proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The solicitation number for this procurement is AG-82BH-S-14-0047 and is a Request for Proposal. Proposals must reference solicitation number. Submit written offers only; oral offers will not be accepted. Pike & San Isabel National Forests intends to award a firm fixed-price contract IAW FAR 52.216-1 Type of Contract, for the Trail Bridge Aerial Transport. NAICS code for this procurement is 481212, Nonscheduled Chartered Freight Air Transportation and the small business size standard is 1500 employees. BID SCHEDULE-See attached DESCRIPTION OF WORK The intent of this contract is to provide all manpower, equipment, and services necessary for providing aerial services to transport three trail bridge superstructures, decking , running planks, railing , and posts from a material storage site at the Geroux Pit, located in Westcliffe, CO to three stream crossing locations on the San Isabel National Forest. The trail bridges shall be placed on existing abutments. The maximum single load to be transported is approximately 2,133 lbs. Location-(San Isabel National Forest) detailed directions within Performance Work Statement PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)-See attached No site visit will be held. FAR 52.204-7 System for Award Management (SAM) (JUL 2013), the offeror must be registered in the SAM database, https://www.sam.gov. Information can be found at https://www.acquisition.gov. A DUNS (Duns and Bradstreet) number is required in order to register. An offeror may obtain a DUNS number at http://fedgov.dnb.com/webform or 866-705-5711 FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Items (JUL 2013). The following addendum is provided to this provision: Paragraph (b), entitled "Submission of Offerors", Request for Proposals should be submitted and shall contain the following information: solicitation number; name; address; telephone number of offeror; price; any discount terms, response to non-price evaluation factors and acknowledgement of any solicitation amendments and total amounts. An official authorized to bind the company must sign the proposal. Proposals may be submitted via mail or email. If the offeror has not completed their annual Representations and Certifications electronically in the SAM database, https://www.sam.gov a copy of FAR 52.212-3 Offerors Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items (AUG 2013) must be submitted (see PWS). Specific evaluation criteria: Experience, Past Performance, and cost; when combined, these technical evaluation factors are approximately equal to cost. FAR 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998) Provisions and Clauses applicable to this solicitation are listed below and incorporated by reference and may be accessed at the following website: Clauses that begin with 52; reference the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR): https://www.acquisition.gov/far/ Clauses that begin with 452; reference the Agricultural Acquisition Regulations (AGAR): http://www.usda.gov/procurement/policy/agar.html 52.204-13 System for Award Management Maintenance. (JUL 2013) 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items (NOV 2013) 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items (MAY 2014) 52.223-2 Affirmative Procurement of Biobased Products Under Service and Construction Contracts. (SEP 2013) 52.223-5 Pollution Prevention and Right-to-Know Information. (MAY 2011) 52.223-17Affirmative Procurement of EPA-designated Items in Service and Construction Contracts. (MAY 2008) 52.225-25 Prohibition on Contracting with Entities Engaging in Certain Activities or Transactions Relating to Iran Representation and Certifications. (DEC 2012) 52.228-5 Insurance - Work on a Government Installation. (JAN 1997) 52.232-11 Extras. (APR 1984) 52.232-23 Assignment of Claims. (MAY 2014) 52.232-39 Unenforceability of Unauthorized Obligations. (JUN 2013) 52.232-40 Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors. (DEC 2013) 52.237-2 Protection of Government Buildings, Equipment, and Vegetation. (APR 1984) 52.244-6 Subcontrracts for Commercial Items (DEC 2013) 52.245-1 Government Property (APR 2012) 52.247-21 Contractor Liability for Personal Injury and/or Property Damage. (APR 1984) 52.249-8 Default (Fixed-Price Supply and Service). (APR 1984) 452.236-72 Use of Premises. (NOV 1996) 452.236-74 Control of Erosion, Sedimentation, and Pollution (NOV 1996) 452.236-77 Emergency Response. (NOV 1996) 452.237-75 Restrictions Against Disclosure. (FEB 1988) FAR 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items (MAY 2014); The following FAR clauses are applicable as listed in 52.212-5: 52.203-6 Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government (SEP 2006) Alternate I (OCT 1995) 52.204-10 Reporting Executive Compensation and First-Tier Subcontract Awards (JUL 2013) 52.209-6 Protecting the Government's Interest When Subcontracting with Contractors Debarred, Suspended, or Proposed for Debarment (AUG 2013) 52.219-6 Notice of Total Small Business Set Aside (NOV 2011) 52.219-28 Post Award Small Business Program Rerepresentation (JUL 2013) 52.222-3 Convict Labor (JUN 2003) 52.222-19 Child Labor-Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies (JAN 2014) 52.222-21 Prohibition of Segregated Facilities (FEB 1999) 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity (MAR 2007) 52.222-36 Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities (OCT 2010) 52.223-15 Engergy Efficiency in Energy-Consuming Products (DEC 2007) 52.223-18 Contractor Policy to Ban Text Messaging while Driving (AUG 2011) 52.225-1 Buy American Act-Supplies (MAY 2014) 52.225-13 Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases (JUN 2008) 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer-System for Award Management (JUL 2013) 52.222-41 Service Contract Act of 1965 (MAY 2014) 52.222-42 Statement of Equivalent Rates for Federal Hires (MAY 2014) AGAR 452.211-74 Period of Performance (FEB 1988) The period of performance of this contract is estimated Sep 2, 2014-Oct 31,2014. AGAR 452.215-73 Post Award Conference (NOV 1996) A post award conference with the successful offeror is required. It will be scheduled within 5 days after the date of contract award. The conference will be held at a location to be determined, that will be identified upon contract award. Request for Proposal should be submitted and contain the following information: 1. Signed SF1449 2. Schedule of Items to include, unit prices, subtotals and total amounts. 3. A brief description of experience similar to the type of work required under this project. 4. Furnish a list of 3 projects of similar magnitude completed within the last 7 years. Include contracts with Government agencies and commercial customers. For each project provide the following: - Name of the project - Location of project - Administering POC's name, phone, email address - Total cost of the project - A brief narrative of the project 5. Quality Control Plan 6. Operations Plan 7. A copy of FAR 52.212-3 Offerors Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items, or state the offeror has completed their annual Representations and Certifications electronically at https://www.sam.gov. PAGE LIMITATIONS - For past performance: one page per project. - For experience: do not to exceed two pages. - For Quality Control Plan, not to exceed three pages. - For Operations Plan, not to exceed four pages. - A page is defined as: one side of a sheet of paper containing information. When both sides of a sheet display printed material, it will be counted as two pages. - Provide loose leaf pages, no bonded pages. Offerors must be registered in SAM in accordance to FAR 52.204-7 Offerors who fail to submit a complete package will not be considered for award. RESPONSE TIME: Request for Proposals will be accepted NO LATER THAN Aug 15, 2014, 1:00 pm MST Email submission of proposals is preferred; email to: asanchez04@fs.fed.us or mailed/delivered to: USDA Forest Service Attn: Angelina Sanchez 2840 Kachina Drive Pueblo, CO 81008 E-Mail: asanchez04@fs.fed.us POC for this solicitation is Angelina Sanchez, 719-553-1433.

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