# CanadaBuys #AB-2026-07167

Helicopter services for Alberta aerial ungulate surveys

**Posted:** October 27, 2026
**Respond By:** November 10, 2026
**Identifier:** AB-2026-07167
**NAICS:** 481211

Alberta Forestry and Parks is seeking helicopter services to conduct aerial ungulate surveys across the province.
- **Government buyer:** Province of Alberta, Forestry and Parks.
- **Services and aircraft requested:**
  - Two EC-120 helicopters for aerial ungulate survey services.
  - One AS350B3 helicopter for aerial ungulate survey services.
  - Approximately 80% of the work is allocated to EC-120 aircraft and 20% to the AS350B3.
- **Coverage:** The survey area extends from south of Red Deer to the U.S. border, and from the Saskatchewan border to the British Columbia border. Contingency surveys may include the Cadomin area.
- **Notable requirements:** Proponents must possess the proposed aircraft when submitting a proposal and provide the documentation specified in Attachment #2. An aircraft cannot be included in proposals submitted by multiple companies. Other helicopter models may be considered following a written inquiry to the Contracting Manager.
- **OEMs and vendors:** No manufacturers, OEMs, or vendors are named in the notice.

### Description

The Province of Alberta is seeking three light/intermediate helicopters to conduct aerial ungulate surveys across the region south of Red Deer to the U.S. border and from the Saskatchewan to British Columbia borders; contingency surveys may include the Cadomin area. The requested aircraft are two EC-120 helicopters and one AS350B3, with approximately 80% of services dedicated to EC120 and 20% to AS350B3; other models may be considered through written inquiry. Proponents must possess the proposed aircraft when submitting and provide the documentation specified in Attachment #2, and an aircraft cannot appear in proposals from multiple companies. The estimated contract period is two months, with a proposed start date of December 7, 2026.

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