Opportunity
Alberta Purchasing #27LND033
Alberta aerial ungulate survey services using EC-120 and AS350B3 helicopters
Posted
October 27, 2026
Respond By
November 10, 2026
Identifier
27LND033
NAICS
481211
The Province of Alberta is seeking helicopter-based aerial ungulate survey services across the province. - Government buyer: Province of Alberta; no specific department, sub-agency, or office is identified. - Services and aircraft: Two EC-120 helicopters and one AS350B3 helicopter for aerial ungulate surveys. The expected mix is approximately 80% EC-120 and 20% AS350B3 services. - Coverage: Primarily the area south of Red Deer to the U.S. border, between the Saskatchewan and British Columbia borders; contingency flights may include the Cadomin area. Aircraft may be positioned throughout Alberta as needed. - Notable requirements: Proponents must possess the aircraft they propose when submitting a proposal and provide required documentation. Other helicopter models may be considered after 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 US border and between the Saskatchewan and British Columbia borders. The requested aircraft are two EC-120 helicopters and one AS350B3 helicopter, though other models may be considered following a written inquiry to the Contracting Manager. Approximately 80% of services will be dedicated to EC120 and 20% to AS350B3; helicopters will be positioned throughout Alberta as required. The service period is December 7, 2026 through February 28, 2027, and proponents must possess their proposed aircraft when submitting their proposal and provide the required documentation.