Deschutes and Mid-Columbia Wildlife Districts Helicopter Services
Federal opportunity from 635000 - ODFW | 000 - ODFW • Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife. Place of performance: OR. Response deadline: Mar 05, 2026.
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Deschutes and Mid-Columbia Wildlife Districts Helicopter Services The Agency is seeking a contractor to provide Contractor will provide up to two Helicopters, experienced Pilots, and support services including a fuel truck with licensed driver to support simultaneous missions. The Proposer will provide approximately 250 hours of helicopter flights annually for big game census operations. The Agency is seeking a Contractor to provide up to two Helicopters, experienced Pilots, and support services including a fuel truck with licensed driver to support simultaneous missions. The Contractor will provide approximately 250 hours of helicopter flights annually for big game census operations.
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The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) is seeking a contractor to provide helicopter services, including up to two helicopters and experienced pilots, for big game census operations. The contract requires approximately 250 hours of helicopter flights annually and support services such as a fuel truck with a licensed driver. The response deadline for proposals is March 5, 2026, making this an opportunity for companies with capabilities in aviation and wildlife support services.
The buyer, ODFW, aims to procure helicopter services to assist in conducting big game census operations effectively over the Deschutes and Mid-Columbia Wildlife Districts.
- Provide up to two helicopters for operations
- Deploy experienced pilots for flight missions
- Supply a fuel truck with a licensed driver
- Conduct approximately 250 hours of annual helicopter flights
- Support simultaneous missions as needed
- Company background and capability statement
- List of helicopters available and specifications
- Pilot qualifications and experience
- Proposed flight operation plan
- Cost proposal for services including all required personnel and equipment
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- Detailed performance start and end dates are not specified
- Specific helicopter models preferred by the agency are not listed
- Details on the evaluation criteria for bids are not included
- Information on past contract performance history is unavailable
- Clarification on penalties for service delays is missing
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