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County of Marin StaffReport Fire Suppression Support Services Agreement with PG&E 2026-05-19

PG&E aerial firefighting support agreement for 2026 season

Hourly rate $10,500 beyond PG&E cost-sharing; PG&E covers standby cost and first two hours per incident up to 40 hours totalMarin CountyPACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC (PG&E)May 19, 2026

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Description

Marin County staff recommends that the Board authorize the County Executive to enter into a 2026 Fire Suppression Support Services Agreement with Pacific Gas and Electric Company to provide a Sikorsky UH-60A helicopter for wildfire suppression. The agreement runs from June 15 to November 15, 2026, with PG&E covering standby costs and initial flight hours and an hourly rate of $10,500 for additional use.

Contract Details

Contract Amount

Hourly rate $10,500 beyond PG&E cost-sharing; PG&E covers standby cost and first two hours per incident up to 40 hours total

Vendor

PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC (PG&E)

Agency

Marin County, CA

Contract Type

PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES

Document Date

May 19, 2026

Contract Term

June 15, 2026 to November 15, 2026

Renewal Date

2026-11-15

Renewal Info

Continuation of an annually approved fire suppression support agreement in place since 2023; current action establishes the 2026 season term with provisions for early termination if fire conditions decrease.