Opportunity
CanadaBuys #AB-2026-03097
Alberta Forestry and Parks Solicitation for Medium Hoist-Capable Helicopter for Wildfire Suppression
Posted
April 20, 2026
Respond By
May 20, 2026
Identifier
AB-2026-03097
NAICS
532411, 481212
This opportunity from Alberta Forestry and Parks seeks a medium helicopter with hoisting capability for wildfire suppression: - Government Buyer: - Province of Alberta, Forestry and Parks agency - Contracting office: J.G. O'Donoghue Building, Edmonton, Alberta - OEMs and Vendors: - Bell (Bell 212DF, Bell 412 EP, Bell 412 Epi) - Other OEMs may be considered at the Province's discretion - Products/Services Requested: - One medium helicopter with personnel and fire-line equipment hoisting capability - Acceptable models: Bell 212DF, Bell 412 EP, Bell 412 Epi, or equivalent - Helicopter must be owned by the proponent at submission and supported by documentation - Unique/Notable Requirements: - 130 consecutive days of guaranteed helicopter use per year (no guaranteed flying hours) - Helicopter may be deployed throughout Alberta or exported outside the province as needed - Contract duration is approximately 58 months - Focus on wildfire suppression operations
Description
The Province of Alberta is seeking proposals for one medium helicopter equipped with personnel and fire-line equipment hoisting capability for wildfire suppression. Acceptable helicopter models include Bell 212DF, Bell 412 EP, Bell 412 Epi, or other models at the Province's discretion. The helicopter will be positioned throughout Alberta and may be exported outside the province if needed. The contract guarantees 130 consecutive days of helicopter use each year, with no guaranteed flying hours during the Core Period. Proponents must possess the helicopter(s) at submission with appropriate documentation.