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Colorado Department of Fire Prevention and Control (DFPC)·Colorado

Exclusive Use Large Air Tanker

Closes 12/12/2025$1M – $5MInvitation for Bid
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The Colorado Department of Fire Prevention and Control (DFPC) is seeking bids for an Exclusive Use Large Air Tanker. The contract will require the selected bidder to provide airtanker services for wild land fire operations. The bidder must meet specific performance specifications, including minimum payload capacity, and provide documentation such as a Type Certificate, Supplemental Type Certificates, and a 14 CFR Part 145 Repair Station Certificate. The bidder must also have a Safety Management System (SMS) in place and provide evidence of its implementation. The contract will be evaluated based on factors such as past performance, organizational experience, and safety management. • The contract requires a large airtanker with a minimum payload capacity. • The bidder must have experience in wild land fire operations and provide references. • The contract will be for a period of time, but the exact duration is not specified. • The bidder must comply with Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations. • The contract will include provisions for safety management and accident prevention.

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Contact

Dustin Roberts(Buyer)

[email protected]

(720) 320-1065

Key dates

Opened
12/5/2025
Closes
12/12/2025

Last updated

Details

Type
Invitation for Bid
Industry
Aerospace and Defense
NAICS
481111
Solicitation №
DQ1-RCAA-2026000214-1

Budget estimate

$1,000,000 – $5,000,000

The budget for this contract is likely to be in the range of $1 million to $5 million per year, based on the cost of operating and maintaining a large airtanker. The exact budget will depend on the specific services provided and the duration of the contract. Factors that may influence the budget include the number of flight hours, the cost of fuel and maintenance, and the level of service required.

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