MARKET SURVEY CAPABILITY ASSESSMENT FOR VARIOUS AIRCRAFT SYSTEM TRAINING COURSES
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 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is conducting a Market Survey/Sources Sought to assess industry capabilities for providing Various Aircraft System Training Courses for FAA Flight Standards Operations Inspectors. This is for informational purposes only to identify potential sources and determine future acquisition strategy. Responses are due by February 19, 2026.
Purpose
The FAA seeks to identify qualified sources capable of providing Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) training for various aircraft systems. This market survey will inform the FAA's determination of whether adequate competition exists to potentially set aside all or part of a future procurement for small businesses, service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, or 8(a) certified firms.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for Level 1 (General Familiarization) Aircraft Systems Maintenance Training for 19 specific General Aviation (GA) aircraft types, including those from Airbus, Boeing, Bombardier, Cessna, and Embraer. Training must be COTS, adhere to ATA 104 Specifications, and each course is estimated at 40 hours. Instruction will be instructor-led (ILT) at the contractor's brick-and-mortar facility in the U.S., preferably near a major airport. Computer-Based Instruction (CBI) or Virtual Training is permissible only under specific conditions (e.g., natural disaster, pandemic) with government concurrence. Instructors must have at least three years of experience with each aircraft type and three years of instructor experience.
Submission Requirements
Interested vendors must submit the following:
- Capability Statement: Detailing type of training provided for each aircraft, past performance (detailed information), DUNS number, and years in business.
- Geographic Area: Where training will be provided.
- Expected Approach: Strategy for accomplishing the work.
- 8(a) Certification Letter: If applicable.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Survey
- NAICS: 611512 Flight Training (Size Standard: $34 million)
- Set-Aside: Market research to determine potential set-asides (Small Business, SDVOSB, 8(a)).
- Response Due: February 19, 2026, by 5:00 p.m. CST.
- Published: February 5, 2026.
Important Notes
This is for informational purposes only and is not a Screening Information Request or Request for Proposals. The FAA will not pay for information received. All questions must be emailed.
Contact Information
Joe Oglesby Email: joe.oglesby@faa.gov Phone: 405-954-7835