Winter Goat and Sightrat Aerial Surveys (R44 Helicopter)

The contract requires the performance of winter-season aerial surveys to monitor mountain goats and sightrats using an R44 helicopter, with operations centered in the Salem area under Oregon’s Department of Fish and Wildlife. The work must be completed within the winter window to ensure accurate population data collection under seasonal conditions, leveraging the helicopter’s mobility and elevated vantage point for effective observation and counting in rugged terrain. The task is classified under NAICS code 541620, indicating it falls under scientific and technical consulting services, and is structured as a subcontract, meaning it is being issued by a prime contractor rather than directly by the agency. The solicitation was posted on May 6, 2026, with bids due by June 3, 2026, leaving a five-week window for potential subcontractors to prepare and submit proposals. While no specific setaside or organizational type is indicated, the place of performance is identified as Salem with a ZIP code of 97302, suggesting logistical coordination and reporting will be based in Oregon’s state capital. The absence of a point of contact or detailed agency office address implies that all communications and documentation will be handled through the public bidding portal linked in the notice, and bidders must ensure full compliance with the technical and operational requirements of the survey mission without additional agency support beyond the posted details.