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

F -- NATIONAL EXCLUSIVE USE TYPE II HELICOPTER SERVICES SOL RFP 49-00-09 DUE 050800 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. Seven (7) medium helicopters, Type II (9-15 seats, 2500-4999 lbs card weight capacity), (FAR Part 135) Certification Required. Primary use for fire fighting nationwide. Aircraft will be based at the following locations: (1) Durango, CO, estimated contract period from July 1, 2000 to August 29, 2000. (2) John Day, OR, estimated contract period from July 12, 2000 to September 9, 2000. (3) Wenatchee, WA, estimated contract period from July 2, 2000 to August 30, 2000. (4) Saint Regis, MT, estimated contract period from July 13, 2000 to September 10, 2000. (5) Dillon, MT, estimated contract period from July 14, 2000 to September 11, 2000. (6) Challis, ID, estimated period from July 16 to September 12, 2000. (7) Prescott, AZ, estimated contract period from May 15, 2000 to July 15, 2000; and Price Valley, ID, estimated contract period from July 11, 2000 to September 11, 2000 Contract duration for all locations is for one year from date of award plus two (2) one-year renewal periods. When calling, be preparedto state name, address, and solicitation number. All responsible sources may submit an offer, which will be considered.************ Posted 04/05/00 (W-SN441769). (0096)

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