Utah Public Procurement Place U3P #GJ26-172

Helicopter Transport Services for Blackcrook Peak Communications Site (Utah Communications Authority)

The Utah Communications Authority (UCA) is seeking helicopter transport services to support a battery and equipment replacement project at the Blackcrook Peak communications site in Tooele County, Utah. - Government Buyer: - Utah Communications Authority (UCA) - Contact: Chris Hughes, Deputy Director of Administrative Services - Project Overview: - Helicopter transport required for personnel and equipment to a remote communications site at 9,270 feet elevation, accessible only by air - Work includes transporting 4 technicians with tools, long-line transport of batteries, battery cabinets, and miscellaneous materials - Estimated total equipment/material weight: approx. 2,500–2,577 lbs per trip - Products/Services Requested: - Mobilization/demobilization of aircraft, crew, and equipment - Long-line transport of equipment and materials (multiple days) - Personnel transport (4 technicians with tools) - Provision of rated long line and cargo transport bags - Fuel truck and on-site refueling support - Weather/standby hold rate for delays - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Vendor must hold current FAA Part 133 Rotorcraft External-Load Operator Certificate and applicable FAA authority for personnel transport - Aircraft must be capable of high-altitude operations - Pilots must be qualified in vertical-reference/long-line and mountain operations - Proof of insurance required - No specific OEMs or aircraft models are mandated; open to any qualified helicopter transport provider - Estimated contract value: Not to exceed $50,000 - Period of performance: Estimated three days, one-time project

Description

The Utah Communications Authority (UCA) is soliciting quotes for helicopter transport services to support personnel and equipment/material transport to and from the Blackcrook Peak communications site in Utah. The site is located on USFS land at 9,270 feet elevation and is accessible only by helicopter. The work includes transporting four technicians with tools, long-line transport of equipment and materials, providing rated long line and transport bags, and on-site refueling support as needed. The contract duration is estimated at three days with a completion deadline of August 24, 2026, and the total contract value shall not exceed $50,000.

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