Helicopter Services for Idaho

This opportunity is a Sources‑Sought notice for snow‑measurement services supporting the USDA NRCS Snow Survey network across the Western United States and Alaska. The work involves conducting manual snow‑course measurements at remote high‑elevation sites, using over‑snow travel equipment and federal snow samplers, calculating snow‑water‑equivalent, and reporting data promptly to the Boise Snow Survey Office. The agency is seeking vendors with proven local knowledge, existing equipment, and the ability to maintain continuity of data collection at approximately 2,000 sites. • Perform scheduled snow‑course measurements at designated sites (e.g., Camp Creek, Kilgore, Irving Creek, Webber Creek) on or near the first of each month. • Follow USDA Agriculture Handbook No. 169 measurement protocols; return all government‑provided equipment after completion. • Submit measurement data by the second day of each month via phone, fax, or email; invoice through the IPP portal upon completion.