Light Tailwheel Training

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for "Light Tailwheel Training" as described in the Performance Work Statement. The training is intended to meet FAA regulatory standards and commercially acceptable terms. This agreement may be utilized by members located at Will Rogers Air National Guard Base.

• Specialized training for tailwheel aircraft.

• Training must meet FAA regulatory standards.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: April 1, 2026, to December 31, 2028.

• Quantity: 1 Each.

• Solicitation Issue Date: February 24, 2026.

• Offer Due Date: March 25, 2026, at 10:00 AM.

• Evaluation Factors: Technical, Past Performance, and Price. Technical and Past Performance are of equal importance, and combined, are of equal importance to Price.

• Offers will be evaluated for technical acceptability. Only technically acceptable offers will be considered for award.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses by reference, including those related to commercial products and services, evaluation, and representations and certifications.

• Payment instructions will be processed through the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system.

• The North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) code is 611512, with a size standard of $34,000,000.00.

• Contact for solicitation information: Kurt Ennis, kurt.ennis.4@us.af.mil, 405-686-5348.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items to procure Light Tailwheel Training services. The 137th SOW at Will Rogers Air National Guard (WRANGB) intends to award a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for this training. This announcement serves as the only solicitation, and no additional written solicitation will be issued.

• The primary service required is Light Tailwheel Training.

• The contract type is a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA).

• Funds are not presently available and are contingent upon the availability of appropriated funds.

• Proposals are due by 25 March 2026, 10:00 AM, Central Daylight Time (CDT).

• Emailed proposals are required.

• Award will be conducted and evaluated under FAR Part 12 (Commercial Items) and FAR Part 13 (Simplified Acquisition Procedures).

• All responsible sources may submit a proposal.

• This acquisition is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database. Lack of SAM registration will disqualify a contractor from award.

• Offerors must submit a completed copy of the Offeror Representations and Certifications – Commercial Items with their proposal.

• The Solicitation Number is W50S8T-26-R-A015.

• The Solicitation Issue Date is 25 February 2026.

• The NAICS code is 611512.

• The Size Standard is $34M.

• Delivery is FOB Destination.

• Contact Kurt Ennis, Contracting Officer, at kurt.ennis.4@us.af.mil or (405) 686-5348 for information.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To provide comprehensive tailwheel flight training services to the Oklahoma Air National Guard (OKANG) for designated aircrew personnel, enabling them to safely and proficiently operate tailwheel aircraft and obtain a FAA Tailwheel Endorsement.

• Provide a minimum of five hours of ground instruction covering tailwheel aircraft concepts, techniques, operational procedures, and safety considerations.

• Provide a minimum of ten hours of hands-on flight instruction in an airworthy tailwheel aircraft.

• Cover topics including, but not limited to, aerodynamics, ground handling, takeoffs, landings, emergency procedures, and aircraft systems specific to tailwheel aircraft.

• Issue a logbook endorsement for tailwheel aircraft operation or demonstrate proficiency upon successful completion.

• Provide a training completion certificate for each student.

• Minimum student capacity: 2 students simultaneously, 4 students per month, 40 students per year.

• Training must be available year-round.

• Performance write-up for each student detailing strengths, weaknesses, and pass/fail status.

• Identification of students trending towards program failure for remedial training coordination.

• Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) period: Date of award until December 31, 2028.

• Place of Performance: All training services must originate and conclude within the United States.

• Aircraft Requirements: 1500-2500lb max gross weight, certified under 14 CFR 23 Airworthiness Standards, maintained per FAA regulations (FAR 43 and 91), appropriately insured for flight training.

• Instructor Qualifications: Qualified and experienced flight instructors with a minimum of 300 hours dual instruction in tailwheel aircraft; turbine tailwheel aircraft experience preferred.

• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and complete training records for each student, available to the 17th Special Operations Squadron upon request.

• Syllabus: A written, procedural, and complete syllabus must be provided to students before arrival.

• Instructional Materials: All flight and instructional materials must be included.

• Prefer prior experience training Special Operations Forces (SOF) personnel.

• Bidders must have an active registration in SAM.gov.

• Invoicing must be submitted electronically through WAWF.

• Adherence to OPSEC requirements regarding member information.