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Colorado Department of Public Safety (CDPS)·Colorado

Exclusive Use Large Air Tanker

Closes 11/12/2025$2.5M – $100MInvitation for Bid
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The State of Colorado is seeking an Exclusive Use Large Air Tanker for the Division of Fire Prevention and Control. The contract is expected to start on January 1, 2026, and may be renewed for up to four additional one-year periods. The scope of work includes providing a large air tanker for fire prevention and control services. The successful bidder will be required to submit a certificate of insurance and comply with all applicable provisions of the Accessibility Standards for Individuals with a Disability. • The contract term is expected to be 5 years. • The contract may be renewed for up to 4 additional one-year periods. • The successful bidder will be required to submit a certificate of insurance. • The contract requires compliance with all applicable provisions of the Accessibility Standards for Individuals with a Disability.

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Contact

Dustin Roberts(Procurement Team Lead)

[email protected]

(720) 320-1065

Key dates

Opened
10/23/2025
Questions due
10/30/2025
Closes
11/12/2025
Projected award
11/21/2025
Duration
5 years

Last updated

Details

Type
Invitation for Bid
Industry
Aerospace and Defense
NAICS
481111
Solicitation №
IFB1-RCAA-2026000073-1

Budget estimate

$2,500,000 – $100,000,000

The budget for this contract is estimated to be in the range of $5 million to $20 million per year, based on the cost of providing a large air tanker and related services for fire prevention and control. The total budget for the 5-year contract term could be between $25 million and $100 million. Factors that may influence the likely payment range include the cost of fuel, maintenance, and personnel, as well as the frequency and severity of fires requiring air tanker services.

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