MARKET SURVEY: The FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION (FAA) has an upcoming requirement for CASA 212 Initial and Recurrent Pilot Qualification Training
ID: 6973GH-25-CASA-212-TRNGType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION6973GH FRANCHISE ACQUISITION SVCSOKLAHOMA CITY, OK, 73125, USA

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Flight Training (611512)

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https://sam.gov/opp/de8a497504ab49b09f02e70c76f50897/view
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    Description

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is conducting a market survey to identify potential vendors for the procurement of CASA 212 Initial and Recurrent Pilot Qualification Training, specifically focusing on ground school training without simulator instruction. This initiative aims to gather information and capabilities from industry participants to assist in developing an acquisition strategy for training FAA inspectors and pilots, ensuring they meet the necessary qualifications to uphold aviation safety standards as mandated under Title 49 U.S.C. Interested firms must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and are required to submit their responses by 2:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on September 27, 2024, via email to the contracting officer, Helaina Germosen, at helaina.k.germosen@faa.gov. The FAA emphasizes that this market survey is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a request for proposals or an obligation to procure services.

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    PWS_CASA-212.pdf
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the objectives for providing initial and recurrent pilot qualification training for FAA inspectors and pilots on the CASA 212 aircraft. This training is essential under Title 49 U.S.C. to maintain efficient aviation safety standards. The contractor is responsible for offering comprehensive ground and flight training, adhering to FAA regulations, while ensuring the qualifications of inspectors necessary for operational duties. Key requirements include providing course materials, ensuring compliance with congressional training mandates, and delivering training to certified standards. Quality assurance involves providing updated materials annually for validation and ensuring that training avoids harmful emotional content. The training structure stipulates specific hours, types of instruction, and encompasses supplementary training as authorized by the Contracting Officer. Additionally, ground school must be conducted by qualified instructors, with provisions for computer-based instruction if utilized. The contractor must arrange for practical testing under FAA supervision and furnish training facilities that comply with established safety and environmental standards. Overall, this PWS emphasizes the government's commitment to ensuring that FAA personnel are thoroughly trained and qualified, supporting aviation safety standards and operational efficacy.
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