Request for Information (RFI): Foreign Military Sales – C-17 Mobility Aircraft Training Capability Assessment
ID: FA3002-25-C-17Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

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

NAICS

Flight Training (611512)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/3816a54f77ee471fb3ad3900c12e5a75/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Education and Training Command (AETC), is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential sources for comprehensive training programs related to the C-17 Mobility Aircraft under the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program. The objective is to gather information on capabilities for aircrew, maintenance, and support services training, which is crucial for ensuring the operational readiness and effectiveness of C-17 aircraft utilized by international partners. This RFI is part of a strategic market research effort and does not constitute a solicitation; interested parties are encouraged to submit capability statements by December 3, 2025, and direct any inquiries to the primary contacts, Zachary Oliverson and Matthew DeLeon, via their provided email addresses.

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