COMMAND AIRCRAFT CREW TRAINING (CACT) PROGRAM FOR ACADEMIC AND SIMULATOR TRAINING ON THE UC-35D AIRCRAFT
Overview
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Naval Air Warfare Center Orlando Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD) is conducting a Sources Sought for the Command Aircraft Crew Training (CACT) Program. This market research aims to identify qualified contractors capable of providing academic and simulator training on the UC-35D aircraft. The anticipated contract is a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Requirements contract with a 60-month period of performance. Responses are due by 2:00 PM EST on March 11, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be required to provide ALL training requirements for the UC-35D aircraft. This includes:
- UC-35D Specific Training: Pilot Initial Training Course, Pilot Recurrent Training Course (with Upset Prevention Recovery Training), and Simulator Periods.
- Non-Aircraft Specific Training: Pilot Initial International Procedures Training and Pilot Refresher International Procedures Training (eLearning).
- Comprehensive Support: Provision of all necessary facilities, certified instructors, management and administrative personnel, materials, training devices, simulators, courseware, and online access for eLearning.
- Training Environment: Training must include classroom (academic and practical), Cockpit Familiarization Trainers (CFT), Part Task Trainers (PTT), and FAA certified Level D full-motion flight simulators for the UC-35D (Cessna Citation ENCORE/CE-560) aircraft.
- Compliance: All training must comply with the UC-35 Model Manager Approved Training Syllabi (ATS) and be conducted at a Title 14 CFR Part 142 certified training center.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Anticipated Contract Type: Commercial, Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Requirements contract
- Period of Performance: 60 months, commencing on or about October 30, 2026.
- NAICS Code: 611512 (Size Standard: $34 million)
- Product Service Code: U099 (Other Education And Training Services)
- Competition: Anticipated Full and Open Competition (FAR 6.1) using FAR Part 12 procedures.
- Place of Performance: Contractor Facility (100%)
- Response Due: March 11, 2026, 2:00 PM EST
- Estimated RFP Release: April 6, 2026
- Estimated Award: October 30, 2026
Evaluation
Responses to this Sources Sought will be used to determine sources capable of satisfying the agency's requirements and to identify potential and eligible contractors of all sizes prior to determining the final acquisition method.
Additional Notes
This is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) or a commitment by the Government. The incumbent contractor for these services is Flight Safety International. Businesses of all sizes are encouraged to respond, clearly identifying their business size and socio-economic status (e.g., SDVOSB, HUB Zone, 8(a)).
Submission Details
Interested parties should submit a capabilities statement (max 10 pages, Times New Roman 10 pitch) via email to william.b.dahlstrom.civ@us.navy.mil by the deadline. The statement should include business size, past/current performance on similar contracts (within 3 years), dollar value, complexity, and a point of contact.