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Notice of Intent for Single Source -- Sikorsky SK-64 Initial and Recurrent Pilot Qualification Training

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The Federal Aviation Administration intends to award a single source contract to Helicopter Express LLC for Sikorsky SK-64 initial and recurrent pilot qualification training. This procurement is being conducted under the FAA Acquisition Management System as Helicopter Express LLC is identified as the only source capable of meeting the specific training requirements for the Sikorsky SK-64 aircraft. This notice is for informational purposes and is not a solicitation for open competition. All inquiries regarding this intent to contract must be submitted in writing to Contract Specialist Shelley Howard by 5 pm CT on October 6, 2026.

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FAA awarding single source contract to Helicopter Express LLC for SK-64 pilot training.

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Department Of Transportation → 6973GH Franchise Acquisition SvcsView Agency

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611512 - Flight TrainingView NAICS

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AgencyDepartment Of Transportation → 6973GH Franchise Acquisition Svcs
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OfficeOKLAHOMA CITY, OK, 73125, USA
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Office AddressOKLAHOMA CITY, OK, 73125, USA
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NOTICE OF INTENT TO CONTRACT WITH A SINGLE SOURCE: The Federal Aviation Administration intends to award a single source contract to Helicopter Express LLC.


The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center proposes to procure Sikorsky SK-64 Initial and Recurrent Pilot Qualification Training. The acquisition will utilize single source procedures as Helicopter Express LLC is the only known source capable of meeting the FAA’s need for initial and recurrent pilot training for the Sikorsky SK-64 aircraft.


In accordance with the FAA Acquisition Management System, AMS 3.2.2.4, the purpose of this announcement is to inform industry of the basis of the FAA's decision to contract with a selected source when it is determined to be in the best interest of the FAA. 


This announcement is for informational purposes only and not a Solicitation/Request for Proposal. This requirement will be awarded to Helicopter Express LLC and is not available for full and open competition.   All questions pertaining to this announcement should be addressed in writing to Contract Specialist Shelley.A.Howard@faa.gov no later than 5 pm (CT) on October 6, 2026.



Note: The FAR references cited in SAM.gov are not applicable to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as the FAA has its own policies and guidance referenced in the Acquisition Management System (AMS). 

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