flight instrurction

The contract solicitation N00421-11-T-0454 issued by the Naval Air Systems Command under the Department of Defense seeks to procure flight instruction services through a firm fixed-price arrangement. The procurement is planned as a sole source acquisition with Mohawk Technologies, LLC, leveraging authorities under various FAR parts including 12, 13, 6.302-1, and 52.219-6. This is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 611512, reflecting the intent to support small businesses. Offerors must be registered in the Central Contractor Registration database to be considered, with the government accepting proposals until September 6, 2011, and an award expected by October 3, 2011. While the notice invites interested parties to express capability or submit proposals, it is not a request for competitive bids, and the government retains sole discretion on whether to pursue competition based on received responses. The point of contact for this procurement is Francine L. Keys, the purchasing agent, who can be reached via phone or email for further information. Facsimile proposals are accepted, and the government will not reimburse for any information submitted. The place of performance details are not specified, but the office managing the contract is located in Patuxent River, Maryland. The solicitation emphasizes adherence to the set-aside provisions and certain FAR regulations, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition policies focused on small business participation.