# My Florida Marketplace #FWC 26/27-23

FWC seeks helicopter aerial ignition services for prescribed burns in Northwest Florida

**Posted:** September 21, 2026
**Respond By:** October 13, 2026
**Identifier:** FWC 26/27-23
**NAICS:** 481219

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is seeking competitive bids for aerial ignition services to conduct prescribed burns on public conservation lands in northwest Florida.
- Government Buyer:
  - Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC)
- OEMs and Vendors:
  - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; however, helicopters must be equipped with Delayed Aerial Ignition Devices (DAID) and GPS guidance systems.
- Products/Services Requested:
  - Helicopter and pilot services for aerial ignition operations using DAID
  - Inspection flights for burn site monitoring (up to three passengers)
  - Optional fuel delivery truck for on-site helicopter refueling
  - Minimum guaranteed flight hours: 3 hours per burn (ignition), 2 hours per inspection
- Unique or Notable Requirements:
  - Helicopters must be turbine engine models with a minimum useful load of 750 pounds
  - DAID and GPS guidance systems required for ignition operations
  - Fuel delivery truck must meet safety and operational criteria (metered dispensing, spill containment, minor repairs)
  - Vendors must be registered in MyFloridaMarketPlace (MFMP) and SunBiz
  - Contract term is three years, with up to three one-year renewal options
  - Pricing is hourly for flight time, with minimum guaranteed hours per service
  - Compliance with all bid submission protocols and technical specifications outlined in the solicitation and addendum

### Description

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is soliciting competitive bids for aerial ignition services for prescribed burning. The services involve helicopter and pilot operations to conduct aerial ignition prescribed burns on Wildlife Management Areas in the Northwest Region of Florida. Vendors must be registered in the MyFloridaMarketPlace (MFMP) system and with SunBiz prior to bid opening. The solicitation includes forestry management, forestry industry, passenger air transportation, and helicopter services.

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