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Specialized Flight Test and Evaluation Training Services

Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE / DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE
Location: Mojave, CA
Amount: Amount not listed
Posted: Sep 8, 2026
Set-aside: No Set aside used
NAICS code: 611512 - Educational Services (general category) look up NAICS codes
PSC code: U009

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Sep 8, 2026
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Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE / DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE
Location: Mojave, CA
Set-aside: No Set aside used
NAICS: 611512 - Educational Services (general category)
Scope: Federal

SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE: Market Research for Specialized Flight Test and Evaluation Training Services Notice ID: FA3002-26-R-0089 NAICS: 611512 (Flight Training) | PSC: U006 (Education/Training - Vocational/Technical) Place of Performance: CONUS DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT A: Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited.

OVERVIEW & PURPOSE: The Department of War (DoW), on behalf of the 338th Enterprise Sourcing Squadron (338 ESS/PKBB) and the US Air Force Security Assistance Training (AFSAT) squadron, is conducting market research to identify capable sources (large and small businesses) able to provide specialized test pilot and flight test engineer training.

This is a Sources Sought Notice for planning and market research purposes only in accordance with FAR Part 10; it does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) or a promise to issue a solicitation.

SUMMARY OF REQUIREMENTS: The Government is seeking industry capability to provide comprehensive flight test curricula, including: - Long-course professional test pilot programs (e.g., EASA Cat 1/Cat 2, NATO STANAG 4578 / SETP-compliant). - Performance & Flying Qualities, Systems Testing, and UAV/Unmanned Systems testing. - Modular short courses (UPRT, Spin Training, OT&E, NVG/HMD, Pre-TPS, CRM). - Degree-granting collegiate accreditation (e.g., WSCUC), ABET-accredited Master of Science integration, EASA Approved Training Organization (ATO) status, and FAA Part 141 Air Agency certification.

SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS: Interested respondents must review the attached full Sources Sought document for detailed course descriptions, accreditation mandates, and specific questions for industry. - Capability Statement Page Limit: Maximum 10 pages (excluding cover page and attachments). - Response Deadline: 08 October 2026, 12...

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