U.S. Forest Service, National Interagency Fire Center, 3833 S Development Avenue, Boise, Idaho 83705

F -- EXCLUSIVE TYPE I WITH FIXED TANK (HELITANKER) HELICOPTER SERVICES SOL RFP 49-00-06 DUE 042800 POC Richard M. Willis, 208/387-5669 WEB: Download a copy of the RFP (Solicitation), http://www.fs.fed.us/business/nifc.html. E-MAIL: Contact Contracting Officer via e-mail, rwillis/wo_nifc@fs.fed.us. Two standard or restricted categories, 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 will be performed at the following locations: (Item #1) Prescott Municipal Airport, located near Prescott, AZ, estimated contract period from May 15, 2000 through July 1, 2000, and continuing on to French Valley Airport located near Temecula, CA, estimated contract period from July 5, 2000 through November 17, 2000. (Item #2) Van Nuys Airport near Van Nuys, CA, estimated contract period from July 15 through november 30, 2000. Contract duration for both items 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.******* Posted 03/16/00 (W-SN435136). (0076)

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