Notice of Intent to Sole Source- Global 6500 Pilot 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 U.S. Army Contracting Command – Intelligence and Security Command (ACC-INSCOM) intends to award a sole source Firm-Fixed Price contract for Global 6500 Pilot Training. This requirement is for an FAA approved Level D Full Flight Simulator for the Bombardier Global Express 6500 jet. This notice is for informational purposes only and is not a request for competitive proposals or quotations.
Purpose & Scope
The Government requires access to a Global 6500 Level D (or military-equivalent) FAA certified Full Flight Simulator (FFS) to conduct initial qualification, recurrent training, and proficiency requirements for Army aviators. The training must include classroom academics, FAA Level D certified flight simulation, and required check rides. The sole source justification is based on the determination that only one contractor possesses this specific Level D simulator, which meets essential technical, regulatory, and configuration-specific requirements and is not available from other training providers.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price (anticipated)
- Authority: 10 U.S. Code 3204(a)(1) as implemented in FAR 6.302-1(a)(2) – Only One Responsible Source.
- Set-Aside: None specified (Sole Source)
- Product Service Code: U006 (Vocational/Technical)
- Place of Performance: Fort Belvoir, VA
Timeline & Response
- Published Date: April 20, 2026
- Response Due Date: April 23, 2026, 7:00 PM UTC
- Anticipated Award: Starting Q4 FY26
Action for Industry
While this is not a competitive solicitation, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement. Interested firms must clearly demonstrate their ability to provide Global 6500 FAA approved Level D simulator training that meets the specified technical, regulatory, and configuration-specific requirements for this airframe.
Contact Information
- Primary Point of Contact: Michael Monticello
- Email: michael.l.monticello.civ@army.mil
- Phone: (443) 395-5228