RFI: Foreign Military Sales – Space Systems Training Capability Assessment
ID: FA3002-FY26-RFI-FMS-SpaceSystemsType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA3002 338 ESS CCJBSA RANDOLPH, TX, 78150-4300, USA

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- OTHER (U099)

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No Set aside used (NONE)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/fb67244e29c64742ac4f83cbad4ae22b/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) to assess capabilities related to training for aircrew, maintenance, and support services in space systems under the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program. The objective is to identify potential sources that can provide commercially available training courses tailored to the unique needs of international partners, enhancing their ability to utilize space systems effectively. This initiative is crucial for maintaining air superiority and executing diverse missions, as the U.S. Government and its allies increasingly rely on space capabilities. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit their capability statements and pricing information by January 27, 2026, and may direct inquiries to Joseph Crespo at joseph.crespo@us.af.mil or Joseph Wilkerson at joseph.wilkerson.10@us.af.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Joseph A. Crespo Jr.
    joseph.crespo@us.af.mil
    Angel N. Hill
    angel.hill.2@us.af.mil
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