Amendment_No_1_AG-024B-S-15-9003.pdf

This document provides details regarding a solicitation for Next Generation Large Airtanker Services 2.0. The Forest Service intends to award up to seven line items under this competitive contract to supplement existing airtanker contracts. Airtankers furnished under this service must be approved by the Interagency Airtanker Board and crews must be qualified to operate the aircraft and perform the fire suppression mission. The contractor will also provide aircraft maintenance and support. Airtankers will be stationed at administrative bases throughout the country as needed to support wildland firefighting. Responses to the forthcoming request for proposals are due on or about December 17, 2014. The service will be used for interagency fire suppression operations conducted by the Forest Service, Department of Interior agencies, and state agencies.