Call-When-Needed Type-III Helicopter Services California (USFS Region 5)

The intent of this solicitation and any resultant agreement(s) is to obtain Type III Light helicopter(s); including fuel servicing vehicle(s), fully operated and maintained by qualified and proficient personnel and equipped to meet the specifications contained in the Solicitation for offered helicopters used in the administration and protection of Public Lands. The Contractor shall keep and maintain programs necessary to assure safety of ground and flight operations. The development and maintenance of these programs are a material part of the performance of the agreement. When, in the sole judgment of the Contracting Officer, the safety programs do not adequately promote the safety of operations, the Government may terminate the agreement for cause as provided in the "Contract Terms and Conditions". Examples of such programs include but are not limited to: 1) Personnel Activities, 2) Maintenance, 3) Safety and 4) Compliance with Regulations. The helicopter(s) furnished will be used for incident support and may also be used for project, law enforcement, and administrative flights.