Notice of Intent-to-Award S-62900-00009774_Prineville_Final~1.pdf

This document is a Notice of Intent-to-Award (ITA) posted by the State of Oregon, Department of Forestry for a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Type 3 Single Engine Airtanker (SEAT) services to support water/fire chemical application for fire suppression operations in Crook County and Union County. The RFP requires a minimum of four aircraft, with two SEATs stationed at the Prineville Airport and two SEATs at the La Grande/Union County Airport. The services will be used for initial attack and large fire support operations in Oregon and neighboring states, with a mandatory availability period of 75 days. The RFP outlines detailed requirements for aircraft, pilots, mechanics, and other personnel, and proposals will be evaluated based on price and references, with preferences given to Oregon goods/services and recycled materials.

The RFP does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The current incumbents or contractors are not mentioned, and the RFP does not provide information on existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The RFP does not include specific award values or budget ranges, but it does provide details on the pricing structure, including a fixed daily availability rate during the mandatory period and an hourly flight rate.