Description
The Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry & Fire Protection (DFFP) is soliciting bids from qualified contractors to provide exclusive-use helicopter charter services in support of fire management operations based in McGrath, Alaska. The services shall include a fully operational helicopter, qualified pilot(s), and mechanic support necessary to meet the operational requirements of DFFP. The contractor shall provide one medium, turbine-powered helicopter on an exclusive-use basis. The helicopter shall be provided fully operational and equipped in accordance with the specifications of the ITB and shall include qualified pilot(s), mechanic support, and all required equipment necessary to safely and effectively perform the services described.
• Typical missions include transportation of personnel, equipment, and supplies, wildland fire reconnaissance, detection, and suppression operations, external load and sling operations, aerial water bucket operations, search and rescue support, and other resource or emergency response missions as assigned.
• The aircraft must be capable of operating in remote and austere environments typical of interior Alaska, including unimproved landing areas, smoky conditions, mountainous terrain, and variable weather conditions.
• All aircraft, personnel, equipment, and operations shall comply with the requirements, certifications, and specifications set forth in the ITB.
• The contractor shall furnish the helicopter on an exclusive-use basis for the duration of the guaranteed availability period and any authorized extensions.
• The contractor shall provide a fully operational helicopter, qualified pilot(s), and mechanic support necessary to meet the operational requirements of DFFP.
• The contractor shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and ordinances.