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Utility Helicopter Flight Services (Personnel Transfer & Long-Line)

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This subcontract for Utility Helicopter Flight Services involves providing specialized aviation support for prime contractors working on Sacramento Municipal Utility District projects. The scope of work includes executing personnel transfers for lineworkers, performing long-line sling load transports of equipment weighing up to 2,000 lbs, conducting aerial patrolling of transmission and distribution lines, and assisting with wire stringing. Operations are conducted in challenging mountainous terrain at altitudes reaching 9,000 feet. To ensure safety and operational excellence, the contract requires pilots to possess a minimum of 2,000 total flight hours and maintain strict compliance with FAA and OSHA regulations. The primary objective is the successful delivery of completed flight missions under NAICS code 488119. Interested parties must respond by October 31, 2026, to the Procurement Department of the Sacramento Municipal Utility District.

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Helicopter flight services for Sacramento Municipal Utility District projects ending October 31, 2026.

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This scope was carved out of PRC0001109.AM.

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AgencyCalifornia → Procurement Department of Sacramento Municipal Utility District
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Performs specialized helicopter flight operations for prime contractors on Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) utility line projects. Executes personnel transfers of lineworkers to structures, long-line sling load transport of equipment up to 2,000 lbs, aerial patrolling of transmission and distribution lines, and wire stringing. Operates in mountainous terrain up to 9,000 feet. Requires pilots with 2,000 total flight hours and FAA/OSHA compliance. Delivers completed flight missions.

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