Flight Training
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 Commerce (DOC), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify potential sources for annual recurrent flight training. This training is required for NOAA personnel operating WP-3D Orion, G-IVSP, and Gulfstream G550 aircraft to meet mission requirements. Responses are due by March 13, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
NOAA's Aircraft Operations Center (AOC) requires annual recurrent training to ensure its pilots meet flight requirements for their missions. The training must include certified flight simulator and classroom instruction for the specified aircraft platforms. Key areas of interest for vendor capabilities include:
- Platform Coverage: Ability to provide certified training for WP-3D Orion, G-IVSP, and Gulfstream G550.
- Baseline Consistency: Ensuring a consistent training curriculum across multiple platforms.
- New Course Development: Process and lead time for developing and adding new courses.
- Personnel Swaps: Terms for last-minute personnel changes for simulator slots or classes.
- Schedule Reliability: Management of simulator availability to meet mandatory annual training deadlines.
Response Requirements
Interested firms must submit a Statement of Capabilities, not exceeding 10 pages, addressing the following:
- Company Profile: Company Name, Address, UEI, applicable NAICS Code(s) and corresponding business size, GSA FSS/SINs, SBA certified small business concern status (if applicable), and primary/secondary points of contact.
- Capability Questions: Detailed answers to the five specific questions outlined in the Scope of Work section above.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: March 13, 2026, 12:00 PM ET
- Published: February 27, 2026
Additional Notes
This is solely for market research and does not constitute a Request for Proposal or a commitment by the Government. The Government will not pay for information submitted. Proprietary information should be marked appropriately. All questions and responses must be submitted via email to Alicha Harris.