Rescue 21 Alaska Helicopter Services

The United States Coast Guard (USCG) is seeking "call when needed" helicopter services for the transportation of personnel, equipment, and supplies from predetermined points to locations within a defined geographic area in Alaska. The contractor will provide helicopter services for a total potential period of 5.5 years, with a base period of one year and four option years, plus a 6-month extension. The contractor must provide a commercially rated helicopter and crew capable of carrying an average of 1-2 passengers with 100 lbs. of gear and up to a maximum of four passengers or 1000 pounds of equipment. Some key requirements include: • Providing on-call helicopter services for departure points specified in each Area of Responsibility (AOR) • Demonstrating compliance with the Bifurcated Sortie Requirement (14 CFR 133.35) • Having pilots with at least 50 hours of localized flight experience in the previous 12 months and completed training for Inadvertent Instrument Meteorological Conditions (IIMC) and whiteout recovery procedures • Holding active 14 CFR Part 135 and Part 133 (Class B Sling) Certificates, as well as DoD CARB or DOI OAS safety approval and DOT-SP HAZMAT permits for bulk fuel transport