Request for Information for JBA HH-60W Training

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

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for a contractor to deliver foundational training for UH-1N aircrew to achieve Basic Aircraft Qualification (BAQ) on the HH-60W platform. The primary goal is to produce Pilots and Special Mission Aviators (SMAs) proficient in the aircraft and its core systems.

• Provide a turn-key training solution including program management, academic instruction, simulator training, and flight training.

• Deliver comprehensive training covering all aspects of operating the HH-60W aircraft and its systems.

• Develop and conduct Aircrew Transition Training to convert USAF UH-1N aircrew to HH-60W aircrew.

• Manage courseware development and delivery, utilizing Government Furnished Courseware as the primary method.

• Provide necessary personnel, including qualified instructors and support staff.

• 100% of instructor candidates must meet or exceed prerequisite qualifications.

• 95% of students who start a course must graduate (excluding those eliminated by a Government-chaired Training Review Board).

• 100% of training events must be documented in the Training Management System (TMS) within one business day of completion.

• Mandatory safety-of-flight or emergency procedure changes must be incorporated into courseware within 30 calendar days of official publication.

• 100% of required Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) deliverables must be submitted on or before the due date.

• Government-provided training devices must have an operational availability rate of 98%.

• Period of Performance: One (1) twelve-month Base Year and one (1) twelve-month Option Year.

• Anticipated primary place of performance: Joint Base Andrews (JBA), MD.

• Transition training is expected to begin no later than July 2026.

• Program Management: Contractor must designate a Program Manager (PM) and conduct quarterly Program Management Reviews (PMRs).

• Security: Compliance with all security requirements, including DD Form 254, and maintaining a SECRET security clearance for relevant personnel.

• Key Personnel: Includes a Program Manager and a Site Lead / Lead Instructor with specific experience requirements.

• Transition Plan: A comprehensive plan for phase-in and phase-out activities is required within 15 days of contract award.

• Government Furnished Property/Equipment/Information (GFP/GFE/GFI): The Government will provide aircraft, courseware, facilities, and technical orders.

Request for Information (RFI)

This RFI is issued for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a commitment to issue a Request for Proposal (RFP) or Request for Quote (RFQ). The government seeks to identify potential vendors (large, small, and socioeconomic concerns) with experience and capabilities to perform the HH-60W training program. The objective is to gather industry feedback on risks, opportunities, and recommendations related to the acquisition and the work outlined in the attached Draft Performance Work Statement (PWS).

The Air Combat Command requires foundational training for UH-1N aircrew to achieve Basic Aircraft Qualification (BAQ) on the HH-60W platform, in accordance with AFMAN 11-2HH-60W V1, V2, and V3. The contractor will provide a turn-key solution including instruction, courseware management, and program management for academic, simulator, and flight training to produce proficient Pilots and Special Mission Aviators (SMAs).

• Administrative Information Required: Name, address, phone, email, CAGE code, DUNS number, Small Business/Socio-Economic status.

• Feedback Requested: Vendors are asked to provide comments on the Draft PWS, identify potential risks, suggest improvements for clarity, recommend a NAICS code, and discuss small business participation.

• Specific Questions: The RFI includes detailed questions regarding training definitions (Type 1, Conversion), instructor qualifications, timeline realism, simulator capabilities, courseware issues, potential ambiguities in the PWS, workload estimation, class size, aircrew conversion experience, and drivers of training delays.

• Capability Approach Due Date: 22 February 2026, 10:00 am EST.

• Format: Microsoft Word compatible, limited to 10 pages (Calibri or Times New Roman, 11-point font).

• Submission Method: Email to Mrs. Heather L. Roe at heather.roe.1@us.af.mil.

• Questions Due Date: 22 February 2026, 10:00 am EST via email to Mrs. Heather L. Roe.

• JBA HH-60W Training PWS_DRAFT