Tender Details
The NSW RFS presently utilises a variety of aviation assets for delivery of firefighting services across NSW. Both fixed and rotary wing aircraft are used for a range of tactical and transport roles in support of firefighting and other emergency operations.
The NSW RFS has determined these types of aircraft were highly effective in the combat of bush and grass fires. Their effectiveness in Aerial Firefighting operations was primarily due to the volume of water and retardant/suppressant carried, as well as the speed of the aircraft and ability to provide a Statewide response.
After the successful integration of contracted Type 1 (Heavy) Helicopters into the Aerial Firefighting fleet, the NSW Government has allocated funding for the NSW RFS to purchase its own Type 1 (Heavy) Helicopter. An owned Type 1 (Heavy) Helicopter will supplement the capabilities of the existing fleet of fixed wing and rotary wing aircraft that are owned or contracted by NSW RFS through State (Call When Needed) and National (National Aerial Firefighting Centre – NAFC) contracting arrangements. The Helicopter will be owned by the NSW RFS with the management, operation, maintenance and support service for aircraft outsourced to a third-party Supplier.
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RFT Type
This tender opportunity is not expected to lead to the award of a contract, or the award details will be advertised elsewhere. Please telephone or email the contact officer for details
Additional Details / Instructions
Tender Briefing will be held on Thursday 19th January 2023
Time: 0800-1000 hours (Sydney AEDT)
RSVP via Email Contracts@rfs.nsw.gov.au by Monday 16th, the link to the briefing will then be emailed to you
Address for Lodgement
Covered Procurement Details
- The Procurement (Enforceable Procurement Provisions) Direction 2019 applies to this procurement
- A government agency may conduct negotiations with suppliers regarding the procurement
Estimated Timeframe for Delivery
final handover 29th September 2023
