Specifications include, but are not limited to: • Contractor must provide an appropriate helicopter with an experienced pilot for the purpose of directly stocking fish and obtaining select water samples in 46 remote ponds, under the direction of New Hampshire Fish and Game Department (NHFGD) fisheries personnel. The operation is to be completed in early June, within 16 hours, including pre-and post-event duties (e.g. set up, break down, cleaning). • In addition to the helicopter and pilot, the contractor shall provide a fuel service truck at up to nine (9) landing sites located throughout central and northern New Hampshire, under the direction of NHFGD fisheries personnel. • Contractor must supply an insulated, watertight fish transport/holding tank (dimensions 24”x24”x36” - approximately 20 gallons) equipped with an electrically-powered aerator for fish survival, as well as a flexible drain line with on/off capability and suitable length to extend beyond the helicopter’s exterior. • Ten (10) water samples, to be collected by accompanying NHFGD representative from the rear passenger seat, are to be passed forward, stored, and maintained by the pilot as necessary during sortie(s). • The operation requires a highly-experienced pilot to fly and work over mountainous terrain, including the White Mountains and other hazardous zones; particular sorties occur at upwards of 4,000 feet. Pilot will require specialized skills descending to and ascending from a liquid medium/pond surfaces in a short period of time, including isolated ponds in confined basins/deep chasms. • Helicopter must be equipped with fixed floats for landing on water. • Contractor must complete stocking in one day unless delay(s) occur due to inclement weather. In the event of associated delay(s), contractor must be prepared to absorb any associated cost due to meals and lodging. • Contractor must cover all associated travel costs to starting destination in New Hampshire as well as cost to contractor’s home destination.
