Aspen Helicopters Inc.
Aspen Helicopters Inc. is a veteran-owned and service-disabled veteran-owned small business based in Oxnard, California, specializing in rotary-wing aviation services for the federal government. The company provides a wide range of helicopter-based operations, including aerial firefighting, emergency response, cargo transportation, wildlife surveys, and other aviation support missions. Established in 2001, Aspen Helicopters has built a reputation as a reliable provider of helicopter services for various government agencies, leveraging its fleet of versatile aircraft and experienced pilots to support critical missions across multiple sectors, such as wildland fire management, national park operations, and military training exercises.
Aspen Helicopters has been awarded numerous prime contracts and subcontracts from multiple federal agencies. For the Department of Agriculture's Forest Service, the company provides aerial firefighting and wildland fire management services, including fire suppression, monitoring, and prescribed burns. The Department of the Interior has contracted Aspen for on-call helicopter flight services supporting national park operations, wildlife research, and marine mammal surveys. The company also supports the Department of the Navy and U.S. Marine Corps with aircraft rental for testing programs, troop transport, and communications site maintenance. Additionally, Aspen has provided aerial survey services for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the U.S. Geological Survey. As a subcontractor, Aspen has worked on projects for prime contractors such as American Systems Corporation, Jacobs/Ewingcole Joint Venture, HDR Environmental, Operations and Construction, Inc., and PAE Applied Technologies LLC, providing services such as aerial fire support and marine species monitoring. Many of these contracts are set aside for small businesses or service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, reflecting Aspen's status in these socioeconomic categories.
Aspen Helicopters holds several significant indefinite delivery vehicles (IDVs) with federal agencies. The company has a $50 million multiple-award task order contract with the Forest Service for Type II helicopter support services through 2033, as well as a $20 million award under the Type 3 Helicopter Support Services 2023-2032 master IDIQ. These contracts provide for aerial firefighting, emergency response, and other aviation support for wildland fire management and natural resource programs. The Department of the Interior awarded Aspen a $49.5 million multiple-award IDIQ for on-call Type III helicopter flight services through 2027, supporting various agencies including the National Park Service and NOAA. This vehicle enables quick procurement of helicopter services for missions such as wildland fire suppression, search and rescue, and wildlife monitoring. The Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement issued a $7.4 million single-award IDV for EU helicopter services through 2028, likely for offshore safety and environmental inspections. Aspen also holds a $9.98 million multiple-award blanket purchase agreement with the Interior Business Center for on-call fixed-wing aircraft rental services. These IDVs allow agencies to quickly and efficiently procure Aspen's aviation services for a wide range of missions, demonstrating the company's versatility and importance in supporting federal operations across multiple domains.
Z6EFDFFV6C83 481211
Not listed 2899 W 5th St, Oxnard, CA 93030, USA
4/30/01 4/4/25 Timberland Helicopters Inc.
Timberland Helicopters Inc. is a trusted aviation company providing aerial services including firefighting, seeding, surveillance, and transportation across the Pacific Northwest and Western United States. With over 30 years of experience, Timberland Helicopters supports federal agencies through contracted helicopter operations.
Timberland Helicopters has received delivery orders and contracts from the Departments of Agriculture, Interior, and Transportation for aerial firefighting, land management projects, personnel transport, maintenance services, and other aviation support functions. As prime contractor, Timberland Helicopters has provided Type III helicopter services for wildland fire suppression efforts, Forest Service monitoring and attack missions, Bureau of Land Management controlled burns, seeding initiatives, and search and rescue assistance. Set aside designations on awards have included 8(a), total small business, and no set-asides. Funding agencies utilizing Timberland Helicopters' rotorcraft capabilities include the Forest Service Fire and Aviation Management office, National Interagency Fire Center, Bureau of Land Management state offices, Federal Aviation Administration regional centers, and U.S. Geological Survey.
Timberland Helicopters holds multiple indefinite delivery contracts to furnish on-call flight services through 2032. The company was awarded spots on the $20 million HSS MATOC Type 3 IDIQ and $49.5 million On-Call Type III Helicopter Flight Services IDIQ to provide wildland firefighting, search and rescue, law enforcement surveillance, and other resource management support. Timberland Helicopters also maintains a $3.3 million single award IDIQ, with delivery orders issued to date using N5373U, N5000G, and N249TH tail numbers for aerial firefighting from the company's Ashland base in the Forest Service Pacific Northwest region.
MAJ6EZVQFWD9 481219
Not listed 2275 Dead Indian Memorial Rd, Ashland, OR 97520, USA
2/28/14 2/20/25 Mountain West Helicopters, LLC
Mountain West Helicopters, LLC is a self-certified small disadvantaged business located in Saratoga Springs, Utah, specializing in providing comprehensive aerial aviation services to federal agencies, primarily focused on wildland fire management and natural resource conservation. The company operates a diverse fleet of Type I, II, and III helicopters equipped for specialized missions including aerial firefighting, fire monitoring, personnel and equipment transport, aerial ignition, short-haul, rappel, and limited law enforcement surveillance. Their core competencies revolve around supporting federal land management agencies with critical aviation services that enable effective wildfire suppression, ecosystem management, and emergency response across the Western United States.
Through its federal contract awards, Mountain West Helicopters has consistently delivered specialized aviation services to civilian agencies, most notably the U.S. Forest Service, National Interagency Fire Center, Bureau of Land Management, and the Natural Resources Conservation Service. The company's contract awards have encompassed a wide range of missions, including aerial firefighting support, fire suppression, monitoring operations, prescribed burn assistance, and even snow survey services. These contracts have been predominantly awarded as firm fixed-price delivery orders, with most not utilizing set-aside designations, indicating the company's ability to compete successfully in full and open competition. The contract values have ranged from a few thousand dollars to nearly half a million dollars per delivery order, demonstrating the company's capacity to provide scalable aviation support across different federal agency requirements.
Mountain West Helicopters holds several significant Indefinite Delivery Contracts (IDVs) that enable federal agencies to efficiently procure its specialized helicopter services. These include a $50 million Type 1 Helicopter Support Services multiple-award IDC with the USDA Forest Service, a $50 million Type 2 Helicopter Support Services contract, a $10 million Type 3 Helicopter Support Services contract, and a $49.5 million small business set-aside On-Call Type III Helicopter Flight Services contract with the Department of the Interior. Additionally, the company holds a $25 million ground cover and seeding application contract for Regions 1, 3, and 4, and a $8.85 million National Exclusive Use Large Fire Support Helicopter Services contract. These IDVs collectively allow Mountain West Helicopters to provide comprehensive aerial support across wildfire management, natural resource conservation, emergency response, and land rehabilitation missions for various federal agencies.
J6LHDVE9G2H7 481211
Not listed 3388 W 1010 S, Provo, UT 84601, USA
9/16/03 12/31/25 Elkhorn Aviation, Inc.
Elkhorn Aviation, Inc. is a self-certified small disadvantaged, woman-owned, and veteran-owned business based in Baker City, Oregon, specializing in providing comprehensive aviation services to federal government agencies. The company offers a wide range of aerial support capabilities, including aerial firefighting, wildlife surveys, search and rescue operations, specialized transportation, and mission-critical aviation services across federal lands in the western United States. Established and registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) since January 2005, Elkhorn Aviation has developed a robust portfolio of federal contract awards that span multiple federal land management and conservation agencies.
Throughout its federal contract history, Elkhorn Aviation has consistently demonstrated expertise in providing specialized aviation services across diverse mission requirements. The company has been awarded contracts for critical tasks such as wildlife population monitoring, including Mexican wolf surveys, bighorn sheep captures, elk telemetry collar installations, and aerial animal management operations for agencies like the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, National Park Service, and Bureau of Land Management. Many of these contracts have been set aside for small businesses, reflecting the company's status as a small disadvantaged business. The contract awards have encompassed services ranging from on-call helicopter flight operations to fixed-wing aircraft support for fire detection, prescribed burning, and emergency response missions. Elkhorn Aviation's contract work has spanned regions including Oregon, Washington, California, Nevada, Arizona, and Montana, showcasing its versatility and geographic reach.
Elkhorn Aviation holds several significant Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) contracts that enable federal agencies to rapidly procure aviation services. These include a $27.01 million National Light Fixed Wing Services contract with the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service, a $50 million Helicopter Support Services Type II contract with the National Interagency Fire Center, and a $49.5 million On-Call Type III Helicopter Flight Services contract with the Department of the Interior. Additional IDVs include a $9.982 million Blanket Purchase Agreement for fixed-wing aircraft rental services and a $10 million Type 3 Helicopter Support Services contract. These IDVs collectively enable federal land management agencies like the Forest Service, National Park Service, Bureau of Land Management, Bureau of Indian Affairs, and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to access Elkhorn Aviation's specialized aviation capabilities for missions including wildland fire management, wildlife conservation, search and rescue, and emergency response across federal lands.
W62EUEECJ7V7 115310
Not listed 43769 Heilner Dr, Baker City, OR 97814, USA
1/6/05 1/15/26 Joe Brigham, Inc.
Joe Brigham, Inc., doing business as JBI Helicopter Services, is a woman-owned small business that specializes in providing helicopter services to various federal agencies. The company offers a wide range of aerial support services, primarily focused on wildland fire management, border security, natural resource administration, and other mission-critical operations requiring rotorcraft support. JBI Helicopter Services has established itself as a reliable contractor for federal agencies needing specialized aviation services, with a history of contract awards dating back to at least 2019. The company operates a fleet of helicopters, including Bell and MD models, to fulfill its contractual obligations and support diverse government missions across the continental United States.
JBI Helicopter Services has been awarded numerous prime contracts by federal agencies for a variety of helicopter-related services. The company has performed aerial fish stocking operations for the U.S. Forest Service, releasing fingerling brook trout into remote ponds in Vermont's Manchester Ranger District. These contracts, typically valued around $10,000 to $13,000, have been awarded annually since at least 2020. For the Department of Homeland Security's Customs and Border Protection, JBI has provided helicopter support services, likely for border surveillance and patrol operations, with contract values ranging from $43,830 to $150,000. The National Interagency Fire Center has awarded multiple delivery orders to JBI for helicopter services, presumably for wildland firefighting efforts, with individual contract values ranging from $35,000 to $56,000. Most of these prime contract awards did not utilize small business set-asides, except for one Forest Service contract in 2023 that used a woman-owned small business set-aside. Additionally, JBI has served as a subcontractor to BAE Systems Information & Electronic Systems Integration Inc., providing helicopter rental services for undisclosed projects.
JBI Helicopter Services holds several significant Indefinite Delivery Vehicles (IDVs) with federal agencies. The company was awarded an IDV under the Forest Service's Type 3 Helicopter Support Services 2023-2032 master IDIQ, with a potential value of $10 million. This contract allows the Forest Service to issue task orders for Type 3 helicopter resources and qualified personnel to support wildland fire management and natural resource missions through 2032. JBI also holds an IDV with the Department of the Interior for on-call Type III helicopter flight services from 2022 to 2027, part of a multiple-award contract with a total ceiling of $49.5 million. This IDV was awarded under a small business set-aside and covers a range of missions including wildland fire operations, search and rescue, and natural resource activities. Lastly, JBI has a Blanket Purchase Agreement with Customs and Border Protection for helicopter support services, valid through September 2024, with a ceiling value of $3 million. These IDVs position JBI Helicopter Services as a go-to provider for various federal agencies requiring flexible access to helicopter services across multiple mission types, including fire suppression, border security, natural resource management, and emergency response operations.
LURMSRZ8X143 488190
Not listed 720 Clough Mill Rd, Pembroke, NH 03275, USA
3/7/02 6/14/25