Certified Flight Instructor - Instrument Training & Endorsement
ID: 15F06725Q0000464Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATIONFBI-JEHWASHINGTON, DC, 20535, USA

NAICS

Flight Training (611512)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- GENERAL (U009)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/647657083eb84022b57f481f3bfbefcf/view
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    Description

    The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is soliciting proposals for Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) and Certified Flight Instructor - Instrument (CFI-I) training and endorsement services, specifically aimed at enhancing the aviation proficiency of its pilots. The procurement is structured as a small business set-aside under NAICS code 611512, with a size standard of $34 million, and is intended to ensure that the FBI maintains a qualified cadre of certified instructors to meet its operational needs. The contract will be executed as a Firm Fixed Price Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) with a base period from September 14, 2025, to September 13, 2026, and includes four option periods extending through September 13, 2030. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by August 29, 2025, at 10:00 AM CDT, and can direct inquiries to Andrea Dailey at amdailey@fbi.gov or Melissa J. Golicz at mgolicz@fbi.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Andrea Dailey
    amdailey@fbi.gov
    Melissa J. Golicz, Contracting Officer
    mgolicz@fbi.gov
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    Attachment 1 - CFI_I Training SOW_1 Aug 25.pdf
    This Statement of Work outlines the requirement for commercial vendor services to provide Helicopter Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) and Helicopter Certified Flight Instructor-Instrument (CFI-I) training and endorsement for FBI pilots. The objective is to ensure the FBI maintains a sufficient cadre of certified instructors to provide flight training and uphold aviation proficiency and operational readiness. The contract scope specifies the vendor must provide instructors, training, and evaluation services to achieve initial FAA Helicopter CFI or CFI-I certifications for selected FBI pilots. The training for both CFI and CFI-I certifications must adhere to specific FAA regulations and FBI Aviation Regulations Policy Guide standards, including minimum ground and flight training hours, use of approved helicopter models (Bell 206, 407, 429; Airbus EC120, AS350; MD500), and completion within a 14-day period at FAA-approved contractor facilities. The Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) has a five-year ordering period from September 2025 to September 2030. Key deliverables include certificates of training, FAA instructor endorsements, and notifications for student failures, course materials, and scheduling. The document also details general requirements for the period and place of performance, hours of work, course scheduling, cancellation policies, and procedures for unsatisfactory academic performance.
    Attachment 2 Pricing RFQ 15F06725Q0000464 CFI_I Training.xlsx
    The RFQ 15F06725Q0000464 outlines a requirement for Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) and Certified Flight Instructor-Instrument (CFI-I) training and endorsement. The document details a recurring need for these services across multiple contract line item numbers (CLINs), specifically 0001, 0002, 1001, 1002, 2001, 2002, 3001, 3002, 4001, and 4002. Each CLIN specifies a quantity of one for both CFI and CFI-I training. The request for quotation indicates that this is a solicitation for training services, with the total contract award amount currently listed as zero, implying that pricing will be determined through the bidding process. This RFP aims to procure essential flight instructor training to support federal government needs.
    Attachment_3__Instructions_to_Offerors_and_Basis_for_Award_Simplified_6 Aug 25.pdf
    RFP_15F06725Q0000464, Attachment 3, outlines instructions for submitting quotes for a five-year, firm-fixed priced Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for Certified Flight Instructor – Instrument (CFI-I) Training and Endorsement. Proposals must include a Cover Page/Executive Summary, a Technical Approach Volume I, and a Price Volume II, adhering to strict page limits (2 pages for Cover/Executive Summary, 20 pages for Technical Approach, no limit for Price). Submissions must be electronic, compatible with Microsoft Office 2007, and emailed to both the Contract Specialist and Contracting Officer. The award will be based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method, where Factor 1 (Technical Approach) is rated acceptable or unacceptable, and only technically acceptable offers will be considered for lowest price. Failure to follow format and page limits may result in disqualification.
    Q_A RFQ 15F06725Q0000464 CFI_I Training.xlsx
    The document “RFQ 15F06725Q0000464 Q&A” is a record of questions and answers related to Solicitation/SOW Reference 5F06725Q0000464. This file serves as a clarification document for a federal government Request for Quotation (RFQ). It addresses inquiries from potential bidders regarding the Scope of Work (SOW) for the specified RFQ, providing official government responses to ensure all participants have a clear and consistent understanding of the requirements. The document's structure indicates that it is a direct Q&A log, designed to supplement the original solicitation by resolving ambiguities or providing additional details requested by interested parties. This type of document is crucial in government procurement processes to ensure fairness, transparency, and accurate bid submissions.
    QA RFQ 15F06725Q0000464 CFI_I Training.xlsx
    The RFQ 15F06725Q0000464 Q&A document clarifies that the project is a re-compete of a previous award. A question was posed regarding the project's status—whether it was new, an incumbent, or a re-compete—and if any prior award numbers for similar services could be provided. The government's response confirmed that the project is indeed a re-compete and identified the previous award number as 15F06720D0001835, which was awarded to Helicopter Institute Inc. This information is crucial for potential bidders, providing context on the project's history and aiding in their proposal preparation within the framework of federal government RFPs.
    REV Attachment 2 Pricing RFQ 15F06725Q0000464 CFI_I Training.xlsx
    The RFQ 15F06725Q0000464 outlines a request for Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) Training & Endorsement and Certified Flight Instructor - Instrument (CFI-I) Training & Endorsement. The document lists multiple CLINs (Contract Line Item Numbers) from 0001 to 4002, each for a quantity of one, indicating a recurring need or option for these training services. The structure shows a consistent demand for both CFI and CFI-I training, with identical descriptions across various CLINs. The lack of specified unit prices or total contract award amount suggests this document is a template or initial request for quotation, seeking bids for the listed services.
    REV Q_A RFQ 15F06725Q0000464 CFI_I Training_Vali.xlsx
    The RFQ 15F06725Q0000464 is a request for quotation for Certified Flight Instructor_Instrument Training. The document includes the Statement of Work (SOW) reference, solicitation provisions, commodity/services schedule, and instructions to offerors. Key questions and government responses clarify critical aspects of the RFQ. The closing date for submissions is August 29, 2025, at 10:00 CT, as specified in Block 8 of the SF1449. Offerors can submit pricing using either the SF1449 or Attachment 2 Spreadsheet. Section 4 Solicitation Provisions only requires completion of paragraph (b) if annual representations and certifications are completed electronically via SAM.gov; otherwise, paragraphs (c) through (v) must be completed. The established Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) ceiling will cover the entire five-year period. Pricing is per student, and if multiple students attend, the total cost will be the per-student price multiplied by the number of students. The government confirmed that a Robinson R66 Turbine-powered Helicopter model cannot be used for training, as aircraft platforms are identified in the SOW.
    RFQ 15F06725Q0000464 Certified Flight Instructor_Instrument Training 6 Aug 25 rev1.pdf
    This government Request for Quote (RFQ) from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) solicits proposals for Certified Flight Instructor Training and Endorsement, including Instrument Training and Endorsement. The contract, 15F06725Q0000464, is a set-aside for Small Businesses with a NAICS code of 611512 and a size standard of $34.0 million. The solicitation was issued on August 5, 2025, with offers due by August 29, 2025, at 10:00 CT. The contract is structured as a Firm Fixed Price Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) with a base period from September 14, 2025, to September 13, 2026, and four unexercised option periods extending through September 13, 2030. Key clauses include those related to contract terms and conditions, privacy requirements for contractors (DOJ-02), and electronic invoicing through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) (FBI-0023). Contractors are required to comply with various federal regulations, including those concerning whistleblower information and safeguarding Personally Identifiable Information (PII).
    RFQ 15F06725Q0000464 Certified Flight Instructor_Instrument Training.pdf
    This government solicitation, RFP 15F06725Q0000464, issued by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for Certified Flight Instructor and Certified Flight Instructor - Instrument Training and Endorsement services. Set aside for small businesses, the contract has a NAICS code of 611512 with a size standard of $34 million. The base period of performance is from September 14, 2025, to September 13, 2026, with four unexercised option periods extending through September 13, 2030. The document outlines general contract terms and conditions, including inspection, payment, termination, and dispute resolution. It also includes specific FBI clauses regarding electronic invoicing via the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP), public release of information, organizational conflict of interest, and guidelines for legal holidays and government closures. The contract is structured as a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) with individual orders placed by the Contracting Officer, specifying that invoices must be submitted electronically through IPP and adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
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