Description
The State of Hawaii’s Department of Land and Natural Resources (Division of Forestry & Wildlife) is seeking a single vendor to provide exclusive-use helicopter transportation services on Maui for mosquito‑control and related conservation activities. The contractor must furnish a dedicated 4‑seat helicopter, qualified pilots, and support equipment for aerial application of Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis (Bti), personnel transport, sling‑load operations, and other aviation support over a twelve‑month base period, with optional two‑year extensions. Services are ordered on a “call‑as‑needed” basis, but the exclusive‑use aircraft must be available five days per week, 0700‑1630, with rapid response (within 3 hours for substitutes). The contract includes all operational costs, fuel, maintenance, insurance, and required certifications. The award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder; offers are due 10/19/2026.
• Provide one dedicated helicopter (minimum 4‑seat) and qualified crew stationed on Maui.
• Perform aerial Bti spraying, passenger transport, sling‑load, and emergency logistics.
• Availability: 5 days/week, 0700‑1630, year‑round (excluding major holidays).
• Contract term: 12 months base, renewable up to two additional 12‑month periods.
• Pricing: lump‑sum monthly availability fee plus hourly rates for flight time; up to 900 flight hours estimated per year.
• Required certifications: FAA Part 133, Part 135, Part 137, OAS/Aviation Management, insurance (≥ $5 M aircraft liability).
• Submission via HIePRO; transaction fee 0.75 % (max $5,000).