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AA / Pilot Seaplane and Amphibious Training

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FA2823-24-Q-3019Federal

Submission Closed05/02/2024, 12:00:00 AM UTC

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NAICS: 611512

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Ibc Acq Svcs Directorate (00004)

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Expeditionary Mobile Training Team (MTT) SupportThe Expeditionary Mobile Training Team Support subcontract, issued by the Department of Defense under agency FA3002 338 Ess Cc, provides scalable OCONUS training support for prime contractors working on government C-208B and PC-12 aircraft projects. The scope of work involves deploying instructors to international locations to operate host-nation assets and deliver completed training syllabi. To ensure operational compliance, the contractor must coordinate with Government Flight Representatives and adhere to Military Flight Releases in accordance with DCMA Instruction 8210.1. The project requires the use of portable training aids and specialized deployment gear to facilitate mobile instruction. Interested parties should note that the response deadline for this opportunity is November 13, 2026. The contract is categorized under NAICS code 611512, focusing on flight instruction and specialized aviation training support.

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C-208 and PC-12 Special Missions Training

Solicitation # FA3002_FMS_C208_PC12_SMT

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Initial and Recurrent Ground School and Simulator Training on Airbus A-330

Solicitation # 6973GH-27-R-00013

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Solicitation # W9113M-25-S-C006

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Out of Agency TrainingThe Department of Transportation is forecasting a requirement for formal initial and recurrent pilot qualification training specifically for the Gulfstream G280 aircraft. This out of agency training initiative is categorized under NAICS code 611512, focusing on flight instruction and pilot certification to ensure operational safety and proficiency. The procurement process is managed by the Federal Aviation Administration, with Barry Carrington serving as the primary point of contact and Gerald A. Lewis acting as the Small Business Specialist. Interested parties can find further details regarding this forecast through the Acquisition Gateway portal.

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Out of Agency TrainingThe Department of Transportation is forecasting a requirement for formal initial and recurrent pilot qualification training using simulators for the Pilatus PC-24 aircraft. This training initiative falls under NAICS code 611512, which pertains to flight instruction, and is intended to ensure pilots maintain the necessary certifications and operational proficiency for this specific aircraft model. The procurement is currently listed as a forecast with a posted date of September 29, 2026. Interested parties can coordinate with Barry Carrington or Small Business Specialist Gerald A. Lewis for further information regarding this out of agency training opportunity.

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21 days ago

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AI Contract Overview

Solicitation FA2823-24-Q-3019 involves a requirement from the Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force Test Center, for specialized single and multi-engine seaplane and amphibious aircraft training for three pilots. This requirement is intended to meet FAA 14 CFR Part 141 standards and includes aeronautical knowledge, flight training, and certification tests. Due to the urgency of compliance and the irregularity of the requirement, the government issued a notice of intent to award a sole-source, firm-fixed-price contract to Southern Seaplane Inc, as they are identified as the only provider capable of meeting the specific certification requirements for the 919 SOG/DET 2. The procurement is designated as a 100 percent small business set-aside. While the primary objective of the current notice is to survey the market for future competition regarding pilot seaplane training, the associated documentation also references separate requirements for full food services at the Lightning Dining Facility at Eglin Air Force Base. These food service requirements include dining facility management, sanitation, and maintenance, utilizing a lowest priced technically acceptable evaluation method with a base period and three option periods.

General Info

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA2823 Aftc Pzio

Contract Value

$37,425

NAICS

611512 - Flight Training

Place of Performance

LA, 70037, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Awardee

SOUTHERN SEAPLANE, INC.

Award Issued Date

05/14/2024, 12:00:00 AM UTC

Documents

33d Fighter Wing Eglin AFB Full Food Service PWS

sow

High

Addendum A - 2025 CBA Wages Updated

wage-determination

High

FA2823-24-Q-3019 Attachment 4 - Mission Essential Plan Template

sow

High

FA2823-24-Q-3019 Attachment 6 - Price Table

specifications

High

FA2823-24-Q-3019 Attachment 7 - Performance Information Fact Sheet

past-performance

High

RFQ FA2823-24-Q-3019 - Full Food Services at Eglin AFB

rfq

High

SOO for Pilot Seaplane Training - 919 SOG/DET 2

sow

High

Wage Determination 2015-4531 (Revision 26) - Okaloosa County, Florida

wage-determination

High

Crystal Enterprises, Inc. & OPEIU Local 4873 Collective Bargaining Agreement

collective-bargaining-agreement

Low

FA282324Q3019 33FW DFAC Full Food Services Q&A

q-and-a

Low

Notice of Intent to Sole Source - FA2823-24-Q-3019 (Pilot Training)

presolicitation

Low

Single Source Justification - 919 SOG/Seaplane Training

justification-and-authorization

Low

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Timeline

6 updates

PhaseAwarded

PostedMay 2

Award Notice

Notice updatedJul 15

Notice type changed from Award Notice to Combined Synopsis/Solicitation. Response deadline changed from May 2, 2024 to Aug 15, 2024. The notice title changed. NAICS code changed from 611512 to 722310. Set-aside added: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5). The notice description changed. The point of contact changed.

Notice updatedJul 15

Notice details unchanged. Attachments may have changed.

Notice updatedAug 2

Notice details unchanged. Attachments may have changed.

Notice updatedAug 7

The notice description changed.

Notice updatedAug 12

The notice description changed.

Notice updatedAug 12

Response deadline changed from Aug 15, 2024 to Aug 22, 2024. The notice description changed.

AwardedMay 14

Contract was awarded

Submission Closed

05/02/2024, 12:00:00 AM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA2823 Aftc Pzio

Contacts2 people available

OfficeEGLIN AFB, FL, 32542-5418, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA2823 Aftc Pzio

Office AddressEGLIN AFB, FL, 32542-5418, USA

Contacts

Nathaniel D. Porter Jr

Paul L. Brinckhaus

Full Description

Due to the irregularity of the requirement and urgency of complaince this requirement recieved limited competition. This Notice of award is to survey the market once more for future competition related to pilot seaplane and amphibious training. See attachments for additional details: 1) Statement of Objectives 2) NOCA 3) Sole Source Justification