Powered Flight Program (PFP) United States Naval Academy Sources Sought Notice

SOL #: N6134026R1019Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

Dept Of Defense

Dept Of The Navy

NAWC TRAINING SYSTEMS DIV

ORLANDO, FL, 32826-3224, United States

Place of Performance

Annapolis, MD

NAICS

Flight Training (611512)

PSC

Other Education And Training Services (U099)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/6e1d3a5db3254fe4892053192916c61f/view

Timeline

Posted

Mar 4, 2026

Last Updated

Mar 5, 2026

Response Deadline

Mar 11, 2025, 9:00 PM

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 Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD) is conducting a Sources Sought to identify qualified contractors for the Powered Flight Program (PFP) at the United States Naval Academy (USNA) in Annapolis, MD. This market research aims to determine industry capability and potential acquisition methods, with a Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) being considered. Responses are due by March 11, 2026.

Scope of Work

The PFP requires contractor services, supplies, and tasks for the operation and support of a flight training program. Key objectives include introducing military procedures-based flight training, screening students for aeronautical adaptability, and improving performance in follow-on primary flight training. The scope encompasses:

Providing Certified Flight Instructors (CFIs).
Operating contractor-owned PA-28 Piper Warrior IIs (including spare aircraft).
Supplying training aids, materials, maintenance, publications, and equipment.
Executing training at a home airfield within 40 statute miles of Annapolis, MD.
Supporting approximately 130 students across three 4-week training blocks during the summer, with daily flight operations involving up to 5 waves and a sortie rate of student count divided by two.

Contract & Timeline

Opportunity Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
Anticipated Duration: 5 years (12-month Basic CLIN + 4 option years).
Anticipated NAICS: 611512 - Flight Training.
Anticipated PSC: U099 - Education and Training Services: Other Education and Training Services.
Potential Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
Response Due: March 11, 2026, by 5:00 p.m. ET.
Published: March 4, 2026.

Submission Requirements

Interested firms must submit an electronic response to Alexis Uy (alexis.n.uy.civ@us.navy.mil), with a courtesy copy to Audrey Rolland (audrey.l.rolland.civ@us.navy.mil). The subject line must include "[Your Company’s Name] Response to Powered Flight Program (PFP) United States Naval Academy Sources Sought Notice". Responses should detail:

Experience in flight training, including CFI numbers and airfield usage.
Access to airfields within 40 miles of Annapolis, MD, including facility sufficiency and access type.
Ability to meet specified sortie rates and provide facilities for up to 40 personnel.
Past experience with Firm Fixed Price flight training contracts.
Copy of FAA Air Agency Certificate, LOA, and FSDO POCs.
Company information: Name, CAGE, Address, POCs, Business Size under NAICS 611512, and specific small business designations.
Details on any planned use of "similarly situated entities" or subcontractors to meet requirements. Responses are limited to 5 pages (excluding FAA documents), 10-point Times New Roman font.