Exclusive Use Light Fixed-Wing Aircraft - USFS Region 5 California

The intent of this solicitation and any resultant contract is to obtain services of light, multi-engine, high-fixed-wing aircraft fully operated by qualified personnel and equipped to meet specifications for use in missions for the administration and protection of Public Lands. During the Mandatory Availability Period and any extensions thereof, the aircraft will be made available for the exclusive use of the Government seven days per week.

There are six designated bases called out in this solicitation. The locations are Chester, Santa Maria, Siskiyou, San Bernardino, Fresno, and Grass Valley. It is anticipated that multiple contract awards will result from this solicitation. A contractor could receive an award of either one or several designated bases. The light fixed wing aircraft furnished will be used for incident support and may also be used for other project, law enforcement and administrative flights. If the contractor agrees to perform law enforcement flights, such agreement shall be in writing.

The Government has interagency and cooperative agreements with other Federal and State Agencies and private landholders. Aircraft may be dispatched under this contract for such use. The Government may designate alternate bases for temporary operation.

The period of performance of this contract shall be for one (1) base year, plus an additional four (4) optional years.

Contractors shall hold a current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Air Carrier or Operating Certificate. Aircraft offered shall be listed by make, model, series, and registration number on the Operator's 14 CFR 135 Operating Certificate. Aircraft shall conform to its approved type design, be maintained and operated in accordance with the requirements of the 14 CFR 135 notwithstanding the aviation regulations of the States in which the aircraft may operated except those requirements specifically waived by the CO. All passenger-carrying flights shall be conducted in accordance with the Contractor's/Operator's 14 CFR 135 operations specifications, and all FAA approved and accepted manuals.