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F -- EXCLUSIVE TYPE I WITH FIXED TANK (HELITANKER) HELICOPTER SERVICES SOL IFB 49-96-03 DUE 042296. Contact Richard M. Willis, 208/387-5669. Two standard category, Type I Helicopters (5000 lbs. card weight capacity and 700 gallon retardant capacity) with an Airtanker Board approved fixed retardant tank, fully operated by qualified personnel for initial attack firefighting purposes. Services performed at the following locations: (1) Scottsdale Municipal Airport, Scottsdale, Arizona, estimated contract period May 15 to July 13. (2) Camp Pendleton, California, in northern San Diego County on Interstate 5, estimated contract period July 15 to November 15. Contract duration for both locations is for one year from date of award. When calling, be prepared to state name, address, and solicitation number. All responsible sources may submit an offer which will be considered. (071)

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