West Desert Guzzlers Helicopter Lift 2026.cpg

This is a Request for Quotes (RFQ) issued by the State of Utah Division of Purchasing on behalf of the Division of Wildlife Resources for helicopter lift services to transport and install wildlife guzzler infrastructure. The project involves flying seven new guzzler tanks, apron materials, and fencing materials to multiple drop locations across five wildlife management areas: Levan Wildlife Management Area, Hobble Creek WMA, Timpanogos WMA, Little Sahara Sand Dunes, and Tintic Valley. The work is scheduled in two phases, with three locations requiring service by September 18th, 2026, and the remaining two locations requiring service between November 2nd and November 20th, 2026. The contractor must provide both helicopter lift services and a ground crew to support the operations at all designated locations.

The State will evaluate all quotes based on objective criteria outlined in the RFQ, with award going to the responsive and responsible vendor submitting the lowest cost. Vendors may submit only one quote; multiple or alternate bids will not be accepted, and only the primary bid will be considered. Any exceptions or protests to the RFQ specifications must be submitted in writing to the Division of Purchasing prior to the closing date. The State reserves the right to solicit additional quotes through email, phone, or other methods permitted under the Utah Procurement Code or applicable Administrative Rules.