FAA A&P License Voucher Program
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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Set Aside
Original Source
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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 Department of the Army's MICC Fort Rucker is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice for an FAA A&P License Voucher Program. This initiative aims to identify qualified sources capable of providing training and support for Soldiers to obtain their Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) License through the Army Aviation Center of Excellence (AVCoE) Institutionally Delivered Credentialing (IDC) Program. The government intends to procure these services on a competitive basis. Responses are due by March 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST.
Program Overview & Scope
This program will establish a voucher system allowing eligible Soldiers to select an FAA-certified A&P course. Vendors will be required to provide comprehensive training and support to help Soldiers pass all FAA A&P exams, including written (General, Airframe, Powerplant), oral, and hands-on evaluations, leading to final certification. Services must include any necessary preparation courses, books, and materials. The total cost per Soldier is not to exceed $4,000, and Soldiers will not incur upfront costs, though they may pay for re-testing.
Eligibility & Period of Performance
The program targets Soldiers with at least 30 months of aviation MOS qualification and FAA 8610-2 authorization. The estimated period of performance includes a 5-month base period (May 1, 2026 – September 30, 2026), followed by four 12-month option periods (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2030), and a potential 6-month extension (October 1, 2030 – March 31, 2031). The anticipated contract type is Firm Fixed Price.
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must submit a capabilities statement, not exceeding 10 pages, by the deadline. The statement should address:
- Past performance in similar efforts.
- Management capabilities and team structure.
- Specific skills and experience relevant to FAA A&P training.
- Ability to perform at least 50% of the work (if considering a small business set-aside).
- Business status, including size, number of employees, annual revenue, locations, and DUNS number.
- Qualification as a small business category under NAICS 611519 (Small Business Size Standard: $21,000,000.00). Submissions should be emailed to Laura J Blackmon at laura.j.blackmon2.civ@army.mil.
Important Notes
This is a Sources Sought notice for market research purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or guarantee a future contract award. No funds are available for the preparation of responses. The government may consider setting aside this requirement for small businesses or proceeding with full and open competition based on responses.