Louisiana Procurement and Contract Network #3000026482

Aircraft Rental Services for Waterfowl Surveys – Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries

This opportunity seeks aircraft rental services to support waterfowl survey operations for the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF). - Government Buyer: - Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF), via the State of Louisiana Office of State Procurement - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named - Cessna is referenced as the standard of quality (Cessna 210 or equivalent) - Products/Services Requested: - Rental of a single-engine, high-wing aircraft (e.g., Cessna 210 or equivalent) - Aircraft must accommodate a pilot and at least two observers - Must be equipped with a 12V or USB power source for survey equipment - Must have onboard GPS navigation - Capable of low-level flight over aquatic, agricultural, and forested habitats - Provision of a qualified pilot - Estimated 90 flight hours per year, concentrated in December and January - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Aircraft should be based in or near specified parishes in Northeast Louisiana or adjacent Mississippi counties - Comprehensive insurance coverage required - Compliance with all state and federal aviation regulations - Detailed usage reporting required - Contract period is 12 months, with two optional 12-month renewals (up to 36 months total)

Description

This solicitation is for Aircraft Rental Services to the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF). The contract is to provide a pilot and single engine, high-wing aircraft for waterfowl surveys in Northeast Louisiana, typically for three to four weeks per year. The aircraft must be capable of flying low-level over varied habitats and have capacity for a pilot and at least two observers. The contract period is 12 months with two optional 12-month renewals, not to exceed 36 months total.

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