Command Aircraft Crew Training (CACT) Program for Academic and Simulator Training for Pilots and Crew Members on the C-40A Aircraft

SOL #: N6134026R1033Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

Dept Of Defense
Dept Of The Navy
NAWC TRAINING SYSTEMS DIV
ORLANDO, FL, 32826-3224, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Flight Training (611512)

PSC

Other Education And Training Services (U099)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

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Posted
May 28, 2026
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Response Deadline
Jun 18, 2026, 8:00 PM

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 Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD) is conducting a Sources Sought for the Command Aircraft Crew Training (CACT) Program. This market research aims to identify capable sources for academic and simulator training for C-40A aircraft pilots and crew members. This is a follow-on procurement, with an anticipated Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Requirements contract for 60 months. Responses are due by June 18, 2026.

Purpose & Scope

NAWCTSD requires training services for C-40A (Navy configured Boeing 737-700C IGW) pilots and crew chiefs. The training must be delivered at a 14 CFR Part 142 certified facility for the Boeing 737-700 IGW, ensuring instructional continuity at a single location. Required courses include C-40A Pilot Initial, C-40A Pilot Initial – P-8 Transition, C-40A Pilot Recurrent, and specific eLearning courses for international procedures. The contractor must provide all necessary facilities, Level D Simulators, certified instructors, management, training materials, and online access for eLearning. All training syllabi require Navy approval.

Contract Details & Timeline

  • Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (for market research)
  • Anticipated Contract Type: Commercial, Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Requirements contract
  • Anticipated Ordering Period: 60 months, commencing March 31, 2027
  • Current Contract Expiration: March 30, 2027 (with Bell Murray Aerospace, INC.)
  • NAICS Code: 611512 (Flight Training), Small Business Size Standard: $34 million
  • PSC: U099 (Education/Training - Other)
  • Estimated RFP Release: August 2026
  • Estimated Award Date: March 2027
  • Performance Location: Contractor Facility, 100%

Submission Requirements

Interested businesses should submit a capabilities statement (max 10 pages) detailing business size, CAGE code, socio-economic status, and past performance on similar contracts (within 3 years, including dollar value, complexity, and POC). Small businesses should indicate interest as a prime or subcontractor. If planning to prime and utilize "Similarly Situated Entities" to meet the Limitations on Subcontracting (FAR 52.219-14), identify these entities. SAM registration is required for award eligibility.

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