USNTPS Jet Training System
ID: USNTPS-T38CType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAL AIR WARFARE CENTER AIR DIVPATUXENT RIVER, MD, 20670-1545, USA

PSC

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRANSPORTATION: AIR CHARTER (V121)

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https://sam.gov/opp/9b7739f1830f4ce0a001284fd4a2c265/view
Timeline
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    Posted Oct 5, 2023 7:16 PM
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    Updated Oct 5, 2023 7:16 PM
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    Due Dec 4, 2023 4:00 PM
Description

Sources Sought DEPT OF DEFENSE DEPT OF THE NAVY is seeking information regarding the USNTPS Jet Training System. This system will be used as a key tool for future Test Pilot, Flight Test Engineer, and Systems Test Expert training at the United States Naval Test Pilot School (USNTPS). The Jet Training System (JTS) is considered a graduate-level trainer and must fulfill the requirements set forth in the USNTPS fixed-wing syllabus, including on-deck and airborne handling/flying qualities, performance, and mission systems testing. The Contractor shall be able to field and operate the first aircraft by 1st Quarter, FY27. The aircraft will be required daily to support a total of approximately 1,000 hours per fiscal year, with a minimum of three simultaneous sorties and an average of 15 sorties per standard 5-day week. The Contractor shall also provide support for training USNTPS flight instructors and students, as well as continuous life cycle support for mission computer software, flight publications, maintenance publications, and mission planning systems. Interested parties should submit a capabilities statement package by 04 December 2023 at 11:00AM to Brad Dioguardo and Catrina Farrell.

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Enclosure (1) USNTPS Jet Training System Requirements.pdf
3/26/2024
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