Opportunity
CanadaBuys #20160955
On-demand Helicopter Charter Services for Class D/HEC Operations for Hydro-Québec
Posted
July 22, 2026
Respond By
August 17, 2026
Identifier
20160955
NAICS
481211, 481219
Hydro-Québec is soliciting proposals for on-demand helicopter charter services to support its Class D/HEC (Human External Cargo) operations across Quebec. - Government Buyer: - Hydro-Québec (provincial utility) - Scope of Services: - On-demand helicopter chartering for Class D/HEC operations - Technical consultation and support for aerial work - Training of Hydro-Québec personnel in specialized helicopter operations - Execution of helicopter work using winch and/or basket in environments with energized or de-energized electrical conductors - Products/Services Requested: - Specialized helicopter operations (Class D/HEC) - Technical and training services related to aerial electrical work - Notable Requirements: - Ability to perform complex aerial operations in proximity to electrical infrastructure - Provision of both operational and training support - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Estimated Contract Value: - $5,000,000 to $10,000,000 CAD - Contract Duration: - 19 months
Description
This solicitation is for the chartering of helicopters on demand under the Class D/HEC program. The contractor must provide specialized helicopter operations services using a winch and/or basket in environments with energized or de-energized electrical conductors across the province of Quebec. Services include technical consultation and support, training of Hydro-Québec personnel, and execution of helicopter work involving Class D/HEC operations. The contract duration is 19 months with an estimated value between $5,000,000 and $10,000,000 CAD.