SAM #140D0426Q0802

Exclusive Use Fire Helicopter Flight Services for Wildland Fire Operations in South Florida

This opportunity is for exclusive use fire helicopter flight services supporting wildland fire operations in South Florida for the Department of the Interior. - Government Buyer: - Department of the Interior, Interior Business Center, Acquisition Services Directorate - Office: Acquisition Services Directorate (AQD) - Products and Services Requested: - Exclusive use Type III helicopter flight services (120 days per year, for five years) - Turbine-engine helicopter with skid-type landing gear and tundra pads - Seating for five passengers plus pilot - Crash-resistant fuel system, specific avionics, and safety equipment - Missions include fire suppression, prescribed fire, personnel transport, aerial ignition, search and rescue, and resource management - Fuel servicing vehicle (1 required) - Four-wheel drive, DOT and NFPA compliant, minimum 8 hours usable fuel capacity - Qualified crew: - Pilots (FAA commercial certificate, rotorcraft-helicopter rating, minimum flight hours, trained for external load and aerial ignition) - Mechanics (FAA A&P certification, experience with contract helicopter model) - Fuel service vehicle drivers (DOT requirements, may also serve as mechanic) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Exclusive use period: 120 days annually (January 15-May 15) - Guaranteed minimum daily availability during exclusive use period - Contract covers five 1-year ordering periods (2027-2031) - Estimated flight hours per year: 75 - Maximum contract ceiling: $5 million - Fuel servicing vehicle must be maintained in good condition and meet all regulatory requirements - No specific OEMs or helicopter models are named; technical specifications must be met as outlined in the solicitation. - SBA set-aside applies to this procurement.

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Exclusive Use Fire Helicopter Flight Services, US Wildland Fire Service, South Florida Department of Interior Lands

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