FAA A&P License Voucher Program
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Department of the Army's MICC Fort Eustis Detachment Rucker, AL is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice for an FAA A&P License Voucher Program. This initiative aims to identify qualified sources to support the Army Aviation Center of Excellence (AVCoE) Institutionally Delivered Credentialing (IDC) Program, enabling Soldiers to obtain their Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) License without upfront personal cost. Responses are due by March 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST.
Purpose & Scope
This Sources Sought notice seeks to identify vendors capable of providing comprehensive training and support for Soldiers to achieve their FAA A&P license. The program will utilize a voucher system, allowing eligible Soldiers to select an FAA-certified A&P course. The objective is to provide a funding pathway for Soldiers to obtain this credential, covering all necessary training, materials, and exams up to a maximum of $4,000 per Soldier, without requiring out-of-pocket payment from the Soldiers themselves (except for re-testing fees).
Key Requirements
Vendors must provide training and support to help Soldiers pass all FAA A&P exams, including written (General, Airframe, Powerplant), oral, and hands-on evaluations. This encompasses providing required FAA technical and hands-on training, oral evaluation training, all training materials, tools, and necessary facilities. Training must occur within any FAA Part 147 and Part 65 approved courses. Soldiers must have a minimum of 30 months of aviation MOS qualification and their FAA 8610-2 authorization. Vendors are responsible for coordinating and paying for the Oral Exam and Hands-on Evaluation.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought
- Anticipated Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- NAICS Code: 611519 (Small Business Size Standard: $21,000,000.00)
- Product Service Code: U099 (Other Education And Training Services)
- Potential Set-Aside: The government may set aside this requirement for small businesses or proceed with full and open competition.
- Estimated Period of Performance:
- Base Period: 5 months (May 1, 2026 – September 30, 2026)
- Option Periods: Four 12-month periods (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2030)
- Extension: 6 months (October 1, 2030 – March 31, 2031)
Submission Details
Interested parties must submit a capabilities statement (maximum 10 pages) by March 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST via email to laura.j.blackmon2.civ@army.mil. Statements should address past performance, management capabilities, team management, specific skills, ability to perform 50% of work (for small business set-aside consideration), business status (size, employees, revenue, locations, DUNS), and qualification as a small business category. This is for informational purposes only and does not guarantee a solicitation or contract award.