Spring CAGO survey - Scope of work.docx
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- 24-422DNR-RESCO-B-41006
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- Illinois
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This document is a Scope of Work for a statewide Canada goose population survey to be conducted by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) in April 2024. The survey will involve counting Canada geese on approximately 130 to 150 randomly selected 2.5 square mile plots throughout Illinois. The successful vendor will provide a mid-sized 4-seat helicopter and pilot with low-level flight experience to conduct the surveys, which are expected to require 7 to 10 flight days and approximately 50 to 75 flight hours. The vendor must coordinate closely with an IDNR biologist to complete the survey within a 2-week period, weather permitting, and will only be paid for time spent conducting surveys, refueling, and ferrying the helicopter. The vendor must provide a pilot who meets specific experience and certification requirements.
The vendor must submit evidence of necessary insurance and provide the list of pilots within 10 days of contract execution. Subcontractors are allowed. The document does not include pricing terms, set-asides, incumbent information, funding details, or other salient commercial terms.
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1.1. SUPPLIES AND/OR SERVICES REQUIRED:
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is accepting bids to provide professional helicopter services necessary to conduct a statewide Canada goose population survey in the April 2024.
1.1.1 The survey involves counting Canada geese on approximately 130 to 150 randomly selected 2.5 square mile plots throughout Illinois during April 2024. The pilot, with an IDNR observer, shall fly to each survey plot, determine the boundary by flying an arc of 0.9 statue mile radius around the center point, and search all permanent water areas within each plot for geese. In most cases, survey plots shall be flown below 500 feet AGL.
1.1.2 An IDNR biologist shall provide the pilot with latitude/longitude coordinates (degrees and minutes) for the center point of each survey plot (e.g., 40° 01’ N, 90° 55’ W). The helicopter shall have GPS capability (at least a Garmin 496) that allows for entry of survey plot coordinates and display of real time distance from each center point. A precise GPS unit capable of displaying individual plot boundaries and/or distance from center point is required to allow systematic survey work within plots and to safeguard against double counting and surveying outside of plot boundaries. Survey plot coordinates shall be entered in the GPS unit before the survey start date
1.1.3 Based on past experience, the number of flight days required to survey different regions of Illinois is roughly: 1.5 flight days in the west half of Illinois south of Springfield, 1.5 flight days in east half of Illinois south of Springfield, 1.5 flight days in west-central Illinois (north of Springfield to Rock Island), 1 flight day in east-central Illinois (north of Springfield to Kankakee), and 2 flight days for northern Illinois.
1.1.4 The survey requires a helicopter pilot with low level flight experience (e.g., powerline/pipeline patrol, agricultural operations, law enforcement, or wildlife survey). Vendor shall provide a mid-sized 4-seat helicopter (such as a Robinson R44). The helicopter shall be equipped with noise cancelling headsets for all passengers.
1.1.5 IDNR shall provide one (1) biologist and any survey equipment necessary for counting geese and recording observations.
For procurements conducted in BidBuy, the State may include in this contract the BidBuy Purchase Order as it contains the agreed Supplies and/or Services.
1.2. MILESTONES AND DELIVERABLES:
| 1.2.1 | Vendor shall be flexible about dates of flight, as weather (high winds, heavy rain, etc.) and timing of Canada goose nesting will dictate when flights shall occur. Although weather and timing of Canada goose nesting will influence when the survey begins, start dates often occur between April 4th and April 8th. The start date shall be determined by an IDNR biologist. The pilot shall coordinate closely with an IDNR biologist to complete the survey within a 2-week period, weather permitting. It is likely that 7 to 10 flight days shall be required to complete the survey; approximately 50 to 75 flight hours may be needed. Generally, survey work will only occur on weekdays. Vendor shall be able to accommodate flight scheduling needs from April 1 to April 30, 2024. |
| 1.2.2 | Daily flight routes shall be planned by an IDNR biologist. On flight days, the pilot and biologist shall meet at the Pekin Illinois Municipal Airport and return to the same location at the end of the day. Vendors based outside of the Peoria/Pekin area may want to include hanger rental, hotel stay, and other related costs in their bid rate per hour of flight time. Vendor shall only be paid for time spent conducting surveys and refueling, flight hours for ferrying the helicopter to and from the base of operation (Peoria or Pekin location) at the beginning and end of the survey, and up to 60 miles per day for commuting to and from the base of operation (Pekin) on days the survey is conducted. |
1.3. VENDOR / STAFF SPECIFICATIONS:
| 1.3.1 | Vendor shall possess and submit evidence of necessary insurance germane to this project within ten (10) days after initial contract execution. Vendor shall provide pilot, helicopter, fuel, and must transport IDNR staff over the survey areas required in such a manner to facilitate counting geese on the water and ground below. | |
| 1.3.2. | Vendor shall provide a mid-sized 4 seat helicopter (such as a Robinson R44) suitable for taking a passenger and survey equipment. The helicopter shall have GPS capability and provisions for mounting and powering a Garmin 496 (or equivalent) that allows for entry of survey plot coordinates and display of real time distance from each survey plot center point. The helicopter shall be equipped with noise cancelling headsets for all passengers. A precise GPS unit capable of displaying individual plot boundaries and/or distance from center point is required to allow systematic survey work within plots and to safeguard against double counting and surveying outside of plot boundaries. | |
| 1.3.3. | Vendor shall provide the Department a list of all pilots slated for use on this project with bid submission. Vendor’ Pilot(s) shall each possess and provide documentation of the following requirements within ten (10) days after initial contract execution. | |
| 1.3.3.1 | A valid and current FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with the proper ratings for the equipment to be used. | |
| 1.3.3.2 | A valid and current Class 1 or Class 2, FAA medical certificate. | |
| 1.3.3.3 | 1,000 hours in helicopters as pilot in command. | |
| 1.3.3.4 | 100 hours in helicopters in the preceding 12 months. | |
| 1.3.3.5 | 50 hours as a pilot in command in the make and model or subsequent series of helicopter to be used on the operation. | |
| 1.3.3.6 | Vendors Pilot(s) shall have a minimum of fifty (50) hours flight experience as pilot in command conducting low-level aerial flights, preferably wildlife surveys. |
1.4. TRANSPORTATION AND DELIVERY: Not applicable
1.5. SUBCONTRACTING
Subcontractors are allowed.
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