Best fitDavis-Baconstate match
OR20260080 (Rev 2)Published May 18, 2026Oregon • Baker, Crook, Gilliam +5
37 occupation rates available in the full WD.
Deschutes and Mid-Columbia Wildlife Districts Helicopter Services
Solicitation: Not available
Notice ID: state_or_oregonbuys__S-63500-00015834
Department • Oregon Department of Fish and WildlifeAgency • 635000 - Odfw | 000 - OdfwState • ORPosted • —Due • Mar 05, 2026, 02:00 PM UTC• ExpiredBid range • $521,823 - $618,457
Contract snapshot
Federal opportunity from 635000 - ODFW | 000 - ODFW • Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife. Place of performance: OR. Response deadline: Mar 05, 2026.
- Source
- Open on official portal →
- Solicitation
- state_or_oregonbuys__S-63500-00015834
- Performance
- See Attachments for Address Details Managed by ODFW Contract Services Salem, OR 97302
- Response
- Mar 05, 2026, 02:00 PM UTC
Live POP
Place of performance
See Attachments for Address Details Managed by ODFW Contract Services Salem, OR 97302
State: OR
Contracting office
Not listed
Point of Contact
Name
Patty Whalen
Email
Not available
Phone
Not available
Agency & Office
Department
Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife
Agency
635000 - ODFW | 000 - ODFW
Subagency
635000 - ODFW | 000 - ODFW
Office
Patty Whalen | Patty Whalen PCS 3: Patty.L.Whalen@odfw.oregon.gov 503-979-6963 | odfw.contractsinbox@odfw.oregon.gov | (503) 947-6159
Contracting Office Address
Not available
Applicable wage determinations
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Davis-BaconBest fitstate match
OR20260080 (Rev 2)Published May 18, 2026Oregon • Baker, Crook, Gilliam +5
Rate
Base $59.35Fringe $22.38
Rate
Base $53.94Fringe $16.81
Rate
Base $63.50Fringe $29.73
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OR20260088 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Oregon • Morrow
Rate
Base $62.02Fringe $22.36
Rate
Base $49.60Fringe $25.15
Rate
Base $52.12Fringe $24.37
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OR20260069 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Oregon • Jefferson
Rate
Base $59.35Fringe $22.38
Rate
Base $53.94Fringe $16.81
Rate
Base $56.46Fringe $23.05
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OR20260019 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Oregon • Washington
Rate
Base $49.60Fringe $25.15
Rate
Base $43.93Fringe $21.81
Rate
Base $32.68Fringe $16.48
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Description
Deschutes and Mid-Columbia Wildlife Districts Helicopter Services
The Agency is seeking a contractor to provide Contractor will provide up to two Helicopters, experienced Pilots, and support services including a fuel truck with licensed driver to support simultaneous missions. The Proposer will provide approximately 250 hours of helicopter flights annually for big game census operations.
The Agency is seeking a Contractor to provide up to two Helicopters, experienced Pilots, and support services including a fuel truck with licensed driver to support simultaneous missions. The Contractor will provide approximately 250 hours of helicopter flights annually for big game census operations.
Advisory bid range
Pricing and bid posture
$521,823 - $618,457
Contractor-side estimate from visible notice metadata, NAICS/PSC, contract type, schedule hints, and BidPulsar workpaper assumptions. Not an IGCE, incumbent price, award value, or government budget.
Floor
$521,823
Target
$552,194
Premium
$618,457
Labor
$275,748
Direct
$25,575
Burden
$185,025
Fee + reserve
$65,079
Target $552,194Hybrid workpaper with explicit assumptions4 modeled rows
This advisory bid range is visible page text for contractors and search engines: it summarizes the modeled floor, target, and premium bid posture for this solicitation.
Market snapshot
Baseline awarded-market signal across all contracting (sample of 400 recent awards; refreshed periodically).
12-month awarded value
$3,522,398,754
Sector total $3,522,398,754 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$350,000
P10–P90
$31,970–$3,446,688
Volatility
Volatile200%
Market composition
NAICS share of sector
A simple concentration signal, not a forecast.
100.0%
share
Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)
+100%($3,522,398,754)
Deal sizing
$350,000 median
Use as a pricing centerline.
Live signal is computed from awarded notices already observed in the system.
Signals shown are descriptive of observed awards; not a forecast.
Files
Files size/type shown when available.
RFP S 63500 00015834 Deschutes Mid Columbia Wldf Dist Helicopter Services final.pdf
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RFPAtt A Sample Contract RFP S 63500 00015834 final.pdf
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RFPAtt B Disclosure Exemption Affidavit S 63500 00015834.pdf
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RFPAtt C Proposer Information and Certification Sheet S 63500 00015834.pdf
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RFPAtt D Reference Check S 63500 00015834.pdf
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RFPAtt E - Price Proposal Form RFP S 63500 00015834.pdf
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RFPAtt F Certified Disadvantaged Business Outreach Plan S 63500 00015834.pdf
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RFPAtt G Responsibility Inquiry S 63500 00015834.pdf
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RFPAtt H Scored Proposal Components Form S 63500 00015834.pdf
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Amend 1 RFPAtt A Sample Contract RFP S 63500 00015834 final.pdf
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Amendment 1 RFP S 63500 00015834.pdf
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Preliminary Results RFP S-63500-00015834.pdf
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Notice of Intent to Award OregonBuys RFP S 63500 00015834.pdf
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BidPulsar Analysis
A practical, capture-style breakdown of fit, requirements, risks, and next steps.
Updated: Feb 21, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
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The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) is seeking a contractor to provide helicopter services, including up to two helicopters and experienced pilots, for big game census operations. The contract requires approximately 250 hours of helicopter flights annually and support services such as a fuel truck with a licensed driver. The response deadline for proposals is March 5, 2026, making this an opportunity for companies with capabilities in aviation and wildlife support services.
helicopter serviceswildlife managementcontractingaviationODFW
What the buyer is trying to do
The buyer, ODFW, aims to procure helicopter services to assist in conducting big game census operations effectively over the Deschutes and Mid-Columbia Wildlife Districts.
Who should pursue this
- Companies experienced in aerial services for wildlife management
- Contractors with aviation capabilities and licenses
- Firms with proven records in helicopter operations for similar projects
Work breakdown
- Provide up to two helicopters for operations
- Deploy experienced pilots for flight missions
- Supply a fuel truck with a licensed driver
- Conduct approximately 250 hours of annual helicopter flights
- Support simultaneous missions as needed
Response package checklist
- Company background and capability statement
- List of helicopters available and specifications
- Pilot qualifications and experience
- Proposed flight operation plan
- Cost proposal for services including all required personnel and equipment
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
- Must adhere to FAA regulations for helicopter operations
- Compliance with safety standards for aerial wildlife management
- Environmental considerations in flight operations
Pricing strategy
- Determine cost per flight hour and total estimated cost based on 250 hours
- Include costs for additional support services like fueling
- Consider competitiveness with other bidders in the aviation sector
Teaming and subs
- Potential collaboration with aviation service providers
- Subcontracting arrangements with fuel service companies
- Partnerships with wildlife management experts
Risks and watchouts
- Weather conditions affecting flight operations
- Regulatory changes in aviation or wildlife management laws
- Potential operational delays impacting schedule
Smart questions to ask
- What specific regulations must be adhered to for aerial wildlife operations?
- Are there historical flight operation challenges that need to be considered?
- What metrics will be used to evaluate contractor performance?
Source coverage notes
Some notices publish limited source detail. Confirm these points before final bid/no-bid decisions.
- Detailed performance start and end dates are not specified
- Specific helicopter models preferred by the agency are not listed
- Details on the evaluation criteria for bids are not included
- Information on past contract performance history is unavailable
- Clarification on penalties for service delays is missing
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