Ontario Medium Helicopter Aerial Wildland Fire Tender - 139747122

Procurement Summary

Country: Canada

Summary: Ontario Medium Helicopter Aerial Wildland Fire Services

Deadline: 19 May 2026

Posting Date: 18 Apr 2026

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Notice Type: Tender

TOT Ref.No.: 139747122

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Competition: ICB

Financier: Self Financed

Purchaser Ownership: Public

Tender Value: Refer Document

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Tender Details

Project Type : Services
Multi Lot Project :Yes
Detailed_Description : The Ministry is seeking the provision of up to fourteen (14) Medium Category Helicopters to support wildland fire suppression activities primarily in the Province of Ontario, during each Fire Season during the Term of the Contract. Helicopters may also be moved by the Ministry, at its option, to other provinces or territories of Canada, or to other states in the United States of America, as may be needed and described in greater detail herein.The contemplated Contracts will be for the provision of up to fourteen (14) Medium Category Helicopters in total, with one (1) Vendor assigned to each Main Base for two (2) years (2026 and 2027 Fire Seasons), with options exercisable by the Ministry to extend the Term of the contract for up to two (2) additional terms of up to two (2) years each.The Ministry is seeking up to fourteen (14) Medium Category Helicopters with the following criteria: Fourteen (14) Belly Tank Equipped Helicopters with Transport Canada approved Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for the belly tank equipment that permits carrying of passengers while in useThe Deliverables are required to support the Ministry-s annual wildland fire suppression operations, in particular the insertion and extraction of wildland fire suppression personnel and the conducting of water-bombing and slinging operations.
Scope of Work : The Ministry is the lead government agency in Ontario responsible for protecting people, property and communities from natural hazards, including wildland (forest) fires. Wildland fires represent a significant threat to public safety, communities, critical infrastructure, timber supply and natural resources across the Province. The Deliverables required under this RFB will directly support the Ministry-s wildland fire suppression operations within Ontario, and, when necessary, in other Canadian jurisdictions or certain U.S. states under established mutual aid agreements.Medium Category Belly Tank Equipped Helicopters are a critical component of the Ministry-s initial attack and sustained wildfire response, providing rapid movement of fire crews and equipment, water bombing capability, and essential aerial support for a wide range of wildland fire suppression activities, including the transport of personnel and supplies, aerial reconnaissance and assessment, hover exit operations, aerial detection patrols, and operations in remote or rugged environments; these services are required at up to fourteen Ministry designated Main Bases across the Province, with Helicopters available for repositioning within Ontario or to other jurisdictions as needed under mutual aid agreements, ensuring the Ministry can respond effectively to wildland fires, protect values at risk, and maintain readiness throughout the Fire Season.
Project Categories :25131600-Civilian and commercial rotary wing aircraft
25131700-Military fixed wing aircraft
25131800-Specialty aircraft
25131900-Military rotary wing aircraft
25191500-Air transportation support systems and equipment
25202500-Aircraft equipment
46191500-Fire prevention
46191600-Fire fighting equipment
78111500-Passenger air transportation
78141800-Terminal services
92101600-Fire services
92101900-Rescue services
Opportunity First Publishing Date (dd/mm/yyyy hh:mm): 17/04/2026 10:45 Listing Expiry Date (dd/mm/yyyy hh:mm): 19/05/2026 11:00 Estimated Contract Start Date (dd/mm/yyyy): 02/07/2026

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