Opportunity

Merx #RFSQ125023672

Pre-Qualification for Air Assets and Air Carrier Services for Government of Newfoundland and Labrador

Posted

March 30, 2026

Respond By

April 18, 2026

Identifier

RFSQ125023672

NAICS

481212

This opportunity seeks qualified suppliers to provide air assets and air carrier services for the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador across multiple bases. - Government Buyer: - Public Procurement Agency, Government of Newfoundland and Labrador - Department of Transportation and Infrastructure - Services Requested: - Rental and operation of air assets and air carriers for: - Wildland fire suppression - Transportation of fire crews and equipment - Surveillance and mapping (day, night, IR) - Aerial survey and reconnaissance - Water resources and wildlife research - Forest inventory and monitoring - Emergency medical services - Geological research and mine/quarry monitoring - Ground search and rescue - Air transport to remote communities - Provision of intermediate rotor-wing aircraft equipped with: - Survival kits - External load lifting equipment (water buckets, slings, nets, chokers, longline, shortline) - In-flight communications (headset and mic) - Maintenance support - Notable Requirements: - Aircraft and pilot qualifications, including bush flying and rugged terrain experience - Safety and airworthiness documentation - Flight reporting and compliance with Canadian Aviation Regulations - Supplier responsible for all maintenance, consumables, and employee travel expenses - Non-exclusive contract; suppliers may be added throughout the term - Place of Performance: - St. John’s International Airport (YYT) - Wabush Airport (YWK) - Goose Bay Airport (YYR) - Deer Lake Airport (YDF) - Gander International Airport (YQX) - Department of Transportation and Infrastructure, Air Services Division Dispatch - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; open to qualified suppliers able to meet technical and operational requirements.

Description

The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador is seeking submissions to create lists of Pre-Qualified Suppliers for air assets and air carriers across multiple bases in Newfoundland and Labrador. The services required include wildland fire suppression, transportation of crews and equipment, surveillance and mapping, aerial surveys, emergency medical services, geological research support, search and rescue, and transport to remote communities. The procurement is a Request for Supplier Qualifications (RFSQ) to establish a roster of qualified suppliers for these services over a one-year duration with an option for an additional year.

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