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1 AS Special Air Mision Pilot Indoctrination Training

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FA286026Q4013Federal

Submission Closed06/12/2026, 08:30:00 PM UTC

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The 316th Contracting Squadron is conducting market research to identify qualified contractors capable of developing unclassified, virtual training programs for new-hire pilots transitioning from military jet aircraft to commercial-style aircraft under the Special Air Mission Pilot Indoctrination Training program. This initiative aims to address Instructor Pilot shortages by delivering high-quality digital content, including professionally produced instructor-led video lessons, interactive computer-based training modules, assessments with knowledge checks and graded exams, and downloadable job-aids covering commercial publications, electronic flight bags, Boeing-specific procedures, checklists, and approach protocols. The training will support approximately two pilots per month completing indoctrination and enable direct-to-simulator routing. Contractors must provide full-time, dedicated personnel with an average of at least 20 years of U.S. commercial aviation experience from major U.S. airlines and the FAA, and must demonstrate the ability to obtain secure access to Andrews Air Force Base in Maryland. All training development will occur remotely unless otherwise directed, with temporary escorted access permitted for filming on aircraft flight decks. The base contract period is for one year with four one-year option periods, and deliverables must be staged with initial modules delivered within 60 days of award and full completion within 180 days. All submissions must be limited to five pages and include a detailed capability statement, administrative details such as UEI and CAGE codes, tax ID, company structure, point of contact, and a statement regarding proprietary data restrictions. Respondents are required to self-certify their business size and type under NAICS code 611512 with a $34 million size standard, and must identify whether they are large or small businesses, including any socioeconomic designations such as 8(a), HUBZone, veteran-owned, or woman-owned. The notice is strictly for market research purposes and does not constitute a solicitation or obligation to award a contract. Responses are due by June 12, 2026, at 4:30 PM EDT, and must be submitted electronically to two designated points of contact in Microsoft Word or PDF format not exceeding 2 MB. Proposed contractors must also describe any subcontracting intentions and ensure compliance with strict installation security protocols, including U.S. citizenship verification and prohibitions on weapons. Clarification questions are due by June 8, 2026, and any future solicitation will be published on SAM.gov, with contractors responsible for monitoring the site for updates.

General Info

316th Squadron seeks experienced contractors for unclassified virtual pilot training, small business set-aside.

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA2860 316 Cons Pk

NAICS

611512 - Flight Training

Place of Performance

Andrews Air Force Base, MD, 20762, USA

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

PWS for Special Air Mission Pilot Indoctrination Training - 1AS Indoc Training V4 Draft

pws

High

Responses to Sources Sought Questions for 1 AS Indoctrination Training

sources-sought

Low

AI Contract Breakdown

Uniform Contract Format

Timeline

1 update

PhaseClosed

PostedMay 28

Sources Sought

Notice updatedJun 10

Notice details unchanged. Attachments may have changed.

Response DeadlineJun 12

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

06/12/2026, 08:30:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA2860 316 Cons Pk

Contacts2 people available

OfficeJB ANDREWS, MD, 20762-7001, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA2860 316 Cons Pk

Office AddressJB ANDREWS, MD, 20762-7001, USA

Contacts

Jamahl Tyson

contact@example.gov

Archie Y. Warren

contact@example.gov

Full Description

Description:

1.0 PURPOSE

1.1 The 316th Contracting Squadron (316 CONS), in support of the 1st Airlift Squadron (1 AS), is seeking information from contractors to develop unclassified, virtual training for new-hire pilots transitioning from military jets to commercial-style aircraft. With approximately two pilots completing Special Air Mission Pilot Indoctrination Training (Indoc) each month, this digital training delivered as high-quality videos, interactive CBTs, or a combination will mitigate Instructor Pilot shortages and support direct-to-simulator routing. Eligible contractors must utilize full-time, dedicated personnel with an average of at least 20 years of U.S. commercial aviation experience, including backgrounds with major U.S. airlines and the FAA. The contractor must deliver the initial two modules within 60 days of award, with the remaining modules delivered within 180 days. Temporary, escorted access will be granted for necessary videography on aircraft flight decks. Once delivered, the squadron will retain these virtual courses for long-term reference during and after Indoc completion. Please see the attached DRAFT Performance Work Statement (PWS) for additional details.

1.2. THIS IS FOR INFORMATIONAL AND MARKET RESEARCH PURPOSES ONLY. It does not constitute a solicitation, a synopsis of a solicitation, a promise on the part of the Government to later publish a solicitation, or ultimately award a contract. It is a market research tool being utilized to determine the availability of sources and the method of procurement. Respondents are further advised that the U.S. Government will not reimburse the costs of preparing for submitting a response, nor pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this notice.

Only written responses will be considered. All responses from responsible sources will be fully considered. A non-response to this notice does not preclude participation in a future request for quotes, Request for Quote (RFQ), if one is issued. As a result of analyzing responses to this market research, the contracting officer may determine that a solicitation will be issued. Information submitted will not be returned. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted or acknowledged, and no feedback or evaluations will be provided to companies regarding their submissions. If a solicitation is released, it will be synopsized and published on the Contract Opportunities website at www.sam.gov. It is strictly the responsibility of potential respondents to monitor this website for additional information pertaining to this requirement.

2.0 BACKGROUND

2.1. Period of Performance: Base plus 4 option years

2.2. Limitations:

2.2.1. Instructor Qualifications: Contractor shall have no less than average of 20 years of experience & full-time dedicated employees in the U.S. aviation commercial market from many U.S. major airlines and FAA.

2.2.2. Security Requirements: Ability to obtain access to a military installation is required.

3.0 RESPONSES

3.1. The information provided by industry may be used in the formulation of an acquisition strategy and a future RFQ, as applicable. Companies with the capability of providing virtual-based pilot instruction and flight simulation training as outlined in the Draft PWS should submit an electronic copy of their Statement of Capability to Jamahl Tyson via e-mail at contact@example.gov

3.2. Capability Statements shall be received in Microsoft Word for Office or compatible format no later than 12 June 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern Daylight Time and e-mailed to contact@example.gov.

3.3. The Government requests interested parties submit a comprehensive capability statement as part of our ongoing market research. The statement must be specific to the information requested and clearly demonstrate your company's qualifications. The information provided will be used solely to assess the capabilities within the market. Inconclusive information will not assist in this determination. This notice is for informational purposes only and is not a solicitation for proposals.

As a minimum, submissions shall include:

A detailed capability statement that addresses your company's relevant experience, core competencies, and understanding of the requirement.
Administrative Information:
- Company Name & Mailing Address
- Point of Contact (Name, Phone, Email)
- UEI Number & CAGE Code
- Tax Identification Number
- Company Structure (Corporation, LLC, etc.)

Note: Generic marketing materials are not a substitute for a tailored capability statement.

3.4. All responding businesses are required to identify their firm's size and business type (large business, small business, small disadvantaged business, 8(a)-certified small disadvantaged business, HUBZone small business, woman-owned small business, very small business, veteran-owned small business, service-disabled veteran-owned small business) based upon North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 611512, Flight Training, with a business size standard of $34,000,000.00.

3.5. Statement of the company's contracting strategy and intentions to subcontract, if applicable.

3.6. Email attachments are subject to size and type restrictions (typically limited to less than 2 MB in size and only non-executable attachments such as .doc or .pdf files), as well as any other appropriate network security measures that are enforced at the time.

3.7. A statement that the respondent will not allow the Government to release its proprietary data. In the absence of this documentation, the Government will assume that the respondent does NOT agree to the release of its submission to any other Government agency or contracted support.

3.8. Responses shall be limited to five (5) pages. Proprietary information, if any, should be minimized and MUST BE CLEARLY MARKED. To aid the Government, please segregate proprietary information. Please be advised that all submitted information becomes Government property and will not be returned.

3.9. Email all responses to both of the following POCs:

Jamahl Tyson, contact@example.gov

Archie Warren, contact@example.gov

4.0 QUESTIONS

Questions regarding this sources sought notice shall be e-mailed no later than 10:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time on 8 June 2026 to the Contract Specialist, Jamahl Tyson, at contact@example.gov. Verbal questions will NOT be accepted. Questions shall NOT contain proprietary or classified information. Questions should be submitted for the intended purpose to obtain further clarification of the respondent’s potential capability to meet the requirements. The Government does not guarantee that questions received after 10:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time on 8 June 2026 will be answered. You can expect answers to submitted questions to be posted on the Contract Opportunities website at www.sam.gov.

5.0 SUMMARY

THIS IS A REQUEST FOR SOURCES ONLY to identify contractors that can perform Special Pilot Indoctrination Training. The information provided in this notice is subject to change and is not binding on the Government. The 316 CONS has not made a commitment to procure any of the services mentioned, and release of this notice should not be construed as such a commitment or as authorization to incur cost for reimbursement. Please see attached draft copy of the Performance Work Statement (PWS) for additional details.