AW-139 Flight Simulator Training Hours
ID: FA4626AW-139FlightSimType: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4626 341 CONS LGCMALMSTROM AFB, MT, 59402-6863, USA

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Flight Training (611512)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- OTHER (U099)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the 341st Contracting Squadron at Malmstrom Air Force Base in Montana, intends to award a sole-source contract to FlightSafety International Inc. for the provision of AW-139 flight simulator training hours for the 550th Helicopter Squadron aircrew members. This contract is necessitated by the unavailability of a certified MH-139A simulator until late 2024, requiring the use of an AW-139 simulator to conduct essential emergency procedure training. The contract will encompass a minimum of 4 simulator hours and at least 10 hours of monthly availability from December 2024 to February 2026, with a total funding cap of $2,000,000. Interested parties may submit capability statements or proposals by December 21, 2024, at 2:00 PM MST to the designated contracting specialists via the provided email addresses.

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    The document outlines the Statement of Work for contracting FAA Level D AW-139 simulator hours for the 550th HS, necessitated by the absence of a certified MH-139A simulator until late 2024. The contract requires the use of an AW-139 simulator to fulfill emergency procedure training for USAF aircrew. It specifies the provision of simulator hours, instructor-led training on various operational procedures, and certification for simulator operators. The contract stipulates a minimum of 4 simulator hours and at least 10 hours of monthly availability from December 2024 to February 2026, with a total contract cap of $2,000,000. Additionally, scheduling policies, cancellation terms, and training specifics are noted, emphasizing that all activities will occur at the contractor's facility without provision for transportation or accommodations. The document targets ensuring that aircrew members receive essential training on critical operational and emergency procedures in preparation for future military operations.
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