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V -- EXCLUSIVE USE HELICOPTER SERVICES; SISKIYOU AND WENATCHEE NATIONAL FORESTS SOL R6-00-015 (Commercial Services) DUE 041700 POC Telephone requests will be accepted at (503) 808-2644. For technical questions only, please call (503) 808-2378. Helicopter services, fully-operated; mandatory period beginning field season 2000, two (2) items: Merlin Base, Oregon, Siskiyou National Forest; Wenatchee Base, Washington, Wenatchee National Forest. Helicopters and pilots, fuel trucks, and drivers must meet National Helicopter Specifications, including rappel capabilities. The solicitation is expected to issue March 20, 2000. Posted 03/01/00 (W-SN429911). (0061)

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