USDA, Forest Service, Helena National Forest, 2880 Skyway Drive, Helena, MT 59601

V -- CALL-WHEN-NEEDED HELICOPTER SERVICES SOL R1-12-98-005 DUE 121897 POC Contact Point, Kathy Kuharski, 406/449-5201, ext. 210 Call when needed helicopter services for fire support and non-fire type work. May include, but is not limited to, transporting equipment and supplies with both internal and external loads, transporting personnel to remote sites, transporting hazardous material, infrared and aerial photography, aerial ignition and law enforcement activities. There is no guaranteed use and more than one contract may be awarded, with renewal options of 2-years. In order to be considered, helicopter and pilot must be located within one-hour flight time of the Helena National Forest. This solicitation is 100% set-aside for small business concerns. (0300)

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