Solicitation for AK Helo On Call   2

Background
The U.S. Wildland Fire Service is seeking contractor-provided helicopter flight services in Alaska. This contract aims to ensure operational safety and compliance with established aviation standards, enhancing the agency's capability to respond effectively to wildland fire incidents.

Work Details
The contractor will be responsible for providing helicopter flight services, which includes the following tasks:

1. Review and update the Safety Management System (SMS) Manual in accordance with company requirements.
2. Provide evidence of current organizational safety objectives and targets.
3. Maintain and provide access to operational policy manuals, including flight operations and aircraft maintenance policies.
4. Ensure that the Emergency Response Plan (ERP) is up-to-date and that aircrew member records are maintained according to company policy.
5. Implement a risk management policy that includes hazard identification, risk analysis, and validation of control measures.
6. Conduct regular audits of the SMS and maintain documentation of audit findings and corrective actions taken.
7. Provide training programs for ground crew and air crew to ensure competency in their assigned duties.

Period of Performance
The contract will be performed over a five-year period from October 1, 2020, to September 30, 2025.

Place of Performance
Alaska

Bidder Requirements
This solicitation is a Small Business Set Aside - Total (SBA). Bidders must meet specific requirements including FAA certifications for aircrew and maintenance personnel, evidence of compliance with SMS requirements for Part 135 operations, and documented training programs for personnel.

Incumbent Analysis (see Incumbents section for more detail)
This opportunity for AK Helo on Call appears to have a confirmed incumbent presence, with prior awards for “contractor provided helicopter flight services in Alaska” awarded to Pollux Aviation (IDV 140D0423D0079, $504,561; 06/13/23–02/28/27) and Ridgeline Aviation (IDV 140D0423D0080, $466,260; 06/14/23–02/28/27). The scope described for the current requirement—on-call helicopter flight services in Alaska—matches the prior helicopter flight services work, and additional closely related awards for on-call helicopter operations (e.g., Maritime Helicopters’ “AK HELO ON CALL” recon/inspect tasking) suggest continuity in aviation support needs.