Single Engine Airtanker (SEATS)

The Idaho Department of Lands is seeking an exclusive‑use provider of two Type‑3 Single‑Engine Airtankers (SEATS) to support aerial fire‑suppression across Idaho (and mandatory Alaska operations). The contractor must supply the aircraft, qualified pilots, drivers, mechanics, support and fuel‑servicing vehicles, and maintain all required certifications, inter‑agency carding, a Safety Management System, and 80 days of annual availability (up to 14 hrs per day). Pricing is based on daily availability, flight hours, extended standby, and mileage, with a base‑year contract ending 31 Dec 2026 and up to four one‑year options. • Provide two certified SEAT aircraft, each meeting strict performance, payload, and fire‑gate requirements. • Deliver qualified crew (pilots, drivers, mechanics) and support vehicles (SSV/FSV) with full FAA Part 137, Part 135, and IAB approvals. • Maintain daily availability of 80 days per year, submit bi‑weekly invoices, and comply with SMS, reporting, and safety/insurance obligations.