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Specialized Flight Test and Evaluation Training Services

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FA300226R0089Federal

Submission Closed10/08/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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The Department of War, acting for the 338th Enterprise Sourcing Squadron and the US Air Force Security Assistance Training squadron, is conducting market research via Sources Sought Notice FA3002-26-R-0089 to identify capable providers of specialized flight test and evaluation training services. The government seeks industry capabilities to deliver comprehensive flight test curricula, including long-course professional test pilot programs compliant with NATO STANAG 4578 and SETP, as well as specialized training in performance, flying qualities, systems testing, and unmanned systems. Additionally, the requirement encompasses modular short courses in areas such as spin training, NVG/HMD, and CRM, along with the provision of instructor pilots, simulators, aircraft, and facilities. The anticipated contract will span five years with a projected start date of October 1, 2027, and will be performed within the continental United States. Prospective providers must meet rigorous institutional standards, including collegiate accreditation recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, ABET accreditation for Master of Science programs, EASA Approved Training Organization status for Category 1 and 2 ratings, and FAA Part 141 certification. Interested firms must submit a capability statement of no more than 10 pages by October 8, 2026, detailing their technical capabilities across three functional tracks: graduate TPS curriculum, unmanned flight test systems, and modular short courses.

General Info

US Air Force seeks providers for specialized flight test and evaluation training services.

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA3002 338 Ess Cc

NAICS

611512 - Flight Training

Place of Performance

Mojave, CA, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

Sources Sought Notice FA3002-26-R-0089 Flight Test Training

6 pages · sources-sought

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PhaseClosed

PostedSep 8

Sources Sought

Response DeadlineOct 8

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

10/08/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA3002 338 Ess Cc

Contacts1 person available

OfficeJBSA RANDOLPH, TX, 78150-4300, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA3002 338 Ess Cc

Office AddressJBSA RANDOLPH, TX, 78150-4300, USA

Contacts

Caroline Stouffer

contact@example.gov

Full Description

SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE: Market Research for Specialized Flight Test and Evaluation Training Services
Notice ID: FA3002-26-R-0089
NAICS: 611512 (Flight Training) | PSC: U006 (Education/Training - Vocational/Technical)
Place of Performance: CONUS

DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT A: Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited.

1. OVERVIEW & PURPOSE:
The Department of War (DoW), on behalf of the 338th Enterprise Sourcing Squadron (338 ESS/PKBB) and the US Air Force Security Assistance Training (AFSAT) squadron, is conducting market research to identify capable sources (large and small businesses) able to provide specialized test pilot and flight test engineer training.

This is a Sources Sought Notice for planning and market research purposes only in accordance with FAR Part 10; it does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) or a promise to issue a solicitation.

2. SUMMARY OF REQUIREMENTS:
The Government is seeking industry capability to provide comprehensive flight test curricula, including:
- Long-course professional test pilot programs (e.g., EASA Cat 1/Cat 2, NATO STANAG 4578 / SETP-compliant).
- Performance & Flying Qualities, Systems Testing, and UAV/Unmanned Systems testing.
- Modular short courses (UPRT, Spin Training, OT&E, NVG/HMD, Pre-TPS, CRM).
- Degree-granting collegiate accreditation (e.g., WSCUC), ABET-accredited Master of Science integration, EASA Approved Training Organization (ATO) status, and FAA Part 141 Air Agency certification.

3. SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS:
Interested respondents must review the attached full Sources Sought document for detailed course descriptions, accreditation mandates, and specific questions for industry.

- Capability Statement Page Limit: Maximum 10 pages (excluding cover page and attachments).
- Response Deadline: 08 October 2026, 12:00 p.m. (12:00 CDT / Noon)
- Questions Deadline: 23 September 2026, 12:00 p.m. (12:00 CDT / Noon)
- Submission Email: Submit via email to all POCs listed below with subject line:
"Sources Sought Response – Flight Training Services – FA300226R0089"

4. POINTS OF CONTACT (338 ESS/PKBB):
- Contracting Officer: Micael Jiggetts | contact@example.gov
- Contracting Officer/Specialist: Johanna Parrish | contact@example.gov
- Contract Specialist: Caroline Stouffer | contact@example.gov

*** PLEASE SEE ATTACHED SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE FOR COMPLETE DETAILS, COURSE BREAKDOWNS, AND QUESTIONS FOR INDUSTRY. ***