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Wildlife Helicopter Captures

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JH24-88State & Local

Submission Closed07/25/2024, 02:00:00 PM MDT

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NAICS: 481212

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Amphibious Water Scooper Aircraft Services

Solicitation # 1202SA26R9100

The USDA Forest Service Incident Procurement Aviation Branch 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, which must have a minimum tank capacity of 1,400 U.S. gallons and full or interim Interagency Airtanker Board approval, will be primarily utilized for the initial and extended attack of wildland fires. The contract structure includes a one-year base period for 2027 with nine subsequent one-year options extending through 2036. This acquisition is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 481212, with a total MATOC ceiling of 2.5 billion dollars and a guaranteed minimum of 10,000 dollars for the base period. Proposals are evaluated based on technical acceptability and price reasonableness, focusing on structural integrity, maintenance, equipment, safety elements, past performance, and organizational experience. Awardees must provide pricing for daily availability and dry hourly flight rates, while the government provides an extended standby rate of 70 dollars per hour for authorized crew and mechanics. Contractors are required to maintain aircraft public liability insurance per 14 CFR 298 and adhere to strict marking requirements, including the prohibition of official government logos on equipment. Technical requirements include approved STCs for water scooper configurations and compliance with FAA Airworthiness Directives. Proposals must be submitted via the IIPA Vendor Portal in separate technical and business volumes.

Incident Procurement Aviation Branch

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Ocean Freight Transport for Petroleum ProductsThis subcontract for Ocean Freight Transport for Petroleum Products involves providing maritime transport services for prime contractors supporting Pakistan State Oil Company Ltd. The selected provider must supply product tanker vessels capable of segregating RON 92 and RON 95 cargoes, managing all freight and shipping logistics under CFR terms. All deliveries are to be made to the port of Karachi, Pakistan, within the specific window of December 17th to December 20th, 2026. To qualify for this engagement, the contractor must hold all necessary international maritime safety and petroleum transport certifications. The solicitation was posted on November 2, 2026, with a response deadline of November 10, 2026. The operation falls under NAICS code 481212 and is centered on the critical delivery of petroleum products to the designated Pakistani port.

Pakistan State Oil Company Ltd

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Helicopter Transport and Logistics ServicesThis subcontract for Helicopter Transport and Logistics Services provides essential aviation support for prime contractors operating on Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources forest reserve projects. The scope of work focuses on transporting personnel and equipment from the TNC Kaʻiholena Preserve to the 2,000-acre Nā Manu Unit, including the delivery of snare equipment and the provision of shuttle services for snare check rotations. To qualify for this engagement, the service provider must maintain FAA certification and strictly adhere to all TNC safety requirements. The contract ensures the efficient movement of materials and crews to and from the project site to support ongoing conservation and management efforts.

Department of Land & Natural Resources

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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

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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 [email hidden] or [phone hidden], with Kay Brundage serving as the secondary contact at [email hidden] or [phone hidden]. 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.

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Wildland Fire Aviation Support ServicesThe Wildland Fire Aviation Support Services subcontract, managed by the Department of Agriculture's Forest Service, focuses on providing critical aviation support for prime contractors during wildland fire missions. The primary objectives include executing fire suppression operations and ensuring the mechanical reliability and availability of specialized firefighting aircraft and equipment. All operations must strictly adhere to federal aviation safety standards and Safety Management Systems compliance to ensure successful mission execution. This contract is categorized under NAICS code 481212 and is centered in Boise, Idaho. The scope of work emphasizes the delivery of high-performance aviation support to maintain operational readiness and safety during emergency fire response activities.

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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.

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Provision of Air Transportation Services for the Movement of Cargo in Support of United Nations Operations Worldwide Laura Secher

Solicitation # EOIUNPD24054

The United Nations Secretariat is seeking to expand its roster of air cargo service providers to support the global movement of UN Owned Equipment and Contingent Owned Equipment for Troop and Police Contributing Countries. This standing Request for Expression of Interest is open to air operator certificate holders, brokers, and freight forwarders capable of providing short term full charter cargo aircraft services across multiple worldwide destinations. Interested vendors must be registered in the United Nations Global Marketplace at the Basic Level with specific UNSPSC codes for air cargo transport or freight forwarder services. To be eligible for participation in future solicitations, applicants are required to apply for Level 2 registration.

UN Secretariat

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AI Contract Overview

The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is seeking proposals for wildlife helicopter capture services across the state of Utah. The solicitation, titled "Wildlife Helicopter Captures," was posted on July 11, 2024, with a response deadline set for July 25, 2024. The contract aims to provide aerial capture operations to assist in wildlife management efforts, with a project budget estimated to range between $500,000 and $2,000,000. The contract falls under NAICS code 481212, which pertains to helicopter transportation services, indicating the specialized nature of the work. Interested parties are encouraged to contact Jeff Hammer via email for further details or questions. The project is managed by the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, a state agency responsible for wildlife conservation and management. The work is to be performed statewide within Utah, and the contract is structured as a solicitation, inviting qualified service providers to submit proposals for consideration. Additional information and the opportunity to respond can be accessed through the provided online portal.