Minnesota Supplier Systems #G0210-2000017315

Rental AT-802 Water Scooping Aircraft

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources awarded a contract to Henrys Aerial Service Inc., located in Greenbrier, Arkansas, for the rental of an AT-802 water scooping aircraft to support fire suppression efforts. The contract involves providing aircraft flight rental services for water, retardant, and gel application using a single-engine, amphibious water scooping air tanker. The awarded amount is approximately $24,190,000, with a contract duration extending until October 17, 2025. The contract emphasizes safety, diversity, and inclusion criteria, requiring submission of detailed pricing schedules, pilot and driver listings, and safety management plans. The primary location of performance is within Minnesota, and the procurement process included a formal bid through the SWIFT Supplier Portal. The likely competitor companies include other aerial firefighting service providers with similar aircraft capabilities.

Description

Awarded contract for rental of AT-802 water scooping aircraft to support fire suppression for the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. The contract involves providing aircraft flight rental services for water/retardant/gel application by single engine, amphibious aircraft approved as water scooping air tankers. The awarded amount is $24,190,000.00. The awardee is Henrys Aerial Service Inc. located in Greenbrier, Arkansas. The contract duration covers five years with detailed pricing schedules for exclusive use and optional use periods.

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