West Desert Guzzlers Helicopter Lift 2026.shp

This is a Request for Quotes (RFQ) issued by the State of Utah Division of Purchasing on behalf of the Division of Wildlife Resources to procure helicopter lift services for transporting guzzler tanks and related materials to multiple wildlife management areas. The project involves flying seven new guzzler tanks, apron materials, and fencing materials to drop locations across the Levan Wildlife Management Area, Hobble Creek WMA, Timpanogos WMA, Little Sahara Sand Dunes, and Tintic Valley. Three delivery locations are scheduled for completion by September 18th, 2026, with the remaining two locations requiring delivery between November 2nd and November 20th, 2026. The contract will require helicopter lift services and a ground crew to support the operation across these multiple sites in the Central Region.

The RFQ will be evaluated based on responsiveness and objective criteria outlined in the solicitation, with the contract awarded to the responsive and responsible vendor submitting the lowest cost quote. Bidders must submit a single primary bid, with any multiple or alternate quotes being rejected. Vendors are required to comply with all specifications identified in the RFQ, and any exceptions or protests must be submitted in writing to the Division of Purchasing prior to the closing date. The State of Utah retains the right to solicit additional quotes through alternative methods as permitted under the Utah Procurement Code and applicable Administrative Rules.