BD26-76 Diamond Mountain Guzzler Component Transportation Flights - 1

The State of Utah Division of Purchasing, procuring on behalf of Wildlife Resources, is requesting quotes for helicopter transportation services to support guzzler repair operations, with quotes due June 18, 2026 and work scheduled for June 22–26, 2026.

The scope requires approximately eight hours of on-site helicopter time to transport personnel and repair supplies to seven sites across Uintah and Daggett Counties. Landing zones span elevations from 6,900 to 8,500 feet with flight distances of 1 to 7 miles. The helicopter must be capable of lifting 800 to 2,000 pounds with external-load and long-line certification. The contractor must provide all long lines, netting, and sling-load equipment, furnish a fuel truck at the staging area throughout work execution, and maintain an English-literate on-site supervisor. Bids must be submitted on per-hour and total project cost bases, with all pricing including mobilization, operation costs, fuel surcharges, and associated expenses; no fuel-surcharge adjustments will be negotiated. Vendors must submit references from three previous related jobs detailing employer contact information, work type, helicopter type, completion timeline, and crew size. A pre-work conference will be held at the project site prior to commencement.

Payment will be made in one lump sum upon completion and acceptance as of June 19, 2026, for actual hours of on-site flight time. Award will be determined solely at government discretion based on bid price and prior-performance references. Only one primary bid per vendor will be accepted; multiple or alternate quotes will not be considered. Vendors may not commence work, purchase materials, or execute subcontracts prior to receiving an executed purchase order or contract. Any exceptions to RFQ specifications must be protested in writing to the Division of Purchasing prior to the closing date.