Sources Sought for Beechcraft King Air 250 Non-Type Rated Initial and Recurrent with Pro Line Fusion Pilot Training
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 Sources Sought market survey to identify qualified sources for Beechcraft King Air 250 Non-Type Rated Initial and Recurrent Pilot Qualification Training with Pro Line Fusion avionics. This training is intended for FAA Flight Standards Operations Inspectors and aircraft certification personnel. The purpose is to assess industry capabilities and determine potential set-aside opportunities for small businesses. Responses are due by July 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
The FAA seeks commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) training programs that provide non-type-rated initial and recurrent pilot qualification for the Beechcraft King Air 250 aircraft, specifically for pilots and inspectors utilizing Pro Line Fusion avionics. The training must include both ground school and flight training, meet FAA formal flight training requirements, and result in official agency-level course numbers. Training will be conducted using FAA-approved full flight simulators and flight training devices at the contractor's facility. The contractor must provide all necessary student materials, including Pilot's Operating Handbooks (POH) or equivalent Flight Training Manuals, syllabi, schedules, and course descriptions. Performance standards require annual material updates, summaries of significant content changes, and adherence to knowledge, skills, and abilities directly related to official duties. Instructors must be qualified, and the training program must be FAA-approved and comply with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR Parts 60, 61, 121, 135, 141, 142).
Submission Requirements
Interested vendors must submit:
- A Capability Statement detailing the type of training provided for each aircraft, previous contract experience (with detailed information and past performance), SAM UEI number, and years in business.
- The geographic area where training will be provided.
- An expected approach for accomplishing the work.
- SBA 8(a) certified firms must also submit a copy of their 8(a) certification letter.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought / Market Survey
- NAICS: 611512 Flight Training ($34 million size standard)
- Set-Aside: Not yet determined; market survey will inform potential set-asides for small businesses, service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, or 8(a) certified firms.
- Response Due: July 13, 2026, 5:00 p.m. CT
- Published: June 18, 2026
Additional Notes
This is a market survey for informational purposes only and is not a Screening Information Request or Request for Proposals. The FAA will not pay for any information received or costs incurred in preparing responses.