Basic Ordering Agreement 1202SA21G5104

The Department of Agriculture Forest Service Fire and Aviation Management National Interagency Fire Center awarded a multiple-award Basic Ordering Agreement to provide call-when-needed aviation services in support of wildland fire management operations. The potential value of the contract is $7.5 million. Northern Wings Aviation LLC received delivery orders totaling over $2 million to date against the BOA for aviation services including aerial firefighting. The orders were awarded on a firm-fixed-price basis to be performed in Bozeman, Montana, with period of performance ranging from May 2022 through February 2025.

The delivery orders awarded to-date procured aviation services such as aerial firefighting and logistical support services without applying any set-aside designations. Based on the award descriptions, the services provided by Northern Wings Aviation LLC likely include aerial fire detection and response, transportation of personnel and cargo, and other aviation capabilities to aid the Forest Service's fire and emergency management programs housed in the National Interagency Fire Center. The recurring orders indicate an ongoing need for aviation support to contain wildfires and protect lives, property, and natural resources across the nation during peak wildfire seasons.