156-27-023 Helicopter Pilot Training Services

The Virginia State Police is seeking qualified firms to provide helicopter flight training services under an Invitation for Bid, targeting a single pilot currently holding a Fixed-Wing Private Pilot Certificate with an Instrument Airplane Rating. The training must comply with Federal Aviation Administration regulations and is intended to transition the pilot from fixed-wing to helicopter operations. The solicitation, identified as IFB-125263, is being issued under the title "156-27-023 Helicopter Pilot Training Services" and is open to eligible vendors with no set-aside designation. Bids must be submitted by the deadline of August 13, 2026, with the solicitation posted on July 29, 2026. The training services are to be performed at the Virginia State Police Aviation Division, located in Virginia. All proposals must demonstrate the bidder’s ability to deliver FAA-compliant training tailored to meet the specific needs of a pilot transitioning from fixed-wing to rotary-wing aircraft. The point of contact for questions and submissions is Elizabeth Menc, reachable via email at elizabeth.menc@vsp.virginia.gov or by phone at 804-385-4024. The contract will be awarded as a spot purchase, meaning it is intended for a single, immediate need rather than an ongoing or long-term arrangement. Vendors are expected to provide detailed methodologies, qualifications, timelines, and cost structures for the training program, ensuring the pilot achieves full operational proficiency in helicopter flight within the required regulatory framework.