BOMBARDIER BBD-700 GLOBAL 7500 GVFD Initial and Recurrent Ground School & Flight Qualification Training
ID: 6973GH-25-R-BBD700-GBL7500GVFDType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION6973GH FRANCHISE ACQUISITION SVCSOKLAHOMA CITY, OK, 73125, USA

NAICS

Flight Training (611512)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/a00069dad75449c89a176e36912b4a2a/view
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    Description

    The Department of Transportation, through the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), is seeking industry input for the procurement of initial and recurrent ground school and flight qualification training for the Bombardier BBD-700 Global 7500 GVFD. The objective is to gather information and capabilities from potential vendors to aid in developing an acquisition strategy for training FAA inspectors, ensuring they are qualified and proficient in their roles related to aircraft evaluation and testing. This training is critical for maintaining safety and compliance with federal regulations under Title 49 of the U.S. Code. Interested vendors must submit their responses by 2:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on November 18, 2024, to Helaina Germosen at helaina.k.germosen@faa.gov, and must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be considered for future opportunities.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Helaina Germosen
    helaina.k.germosen@faa.gov
    Files
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    PWS_Bombardier Global BBD-7500 GVFD_Dtd 20241023.pdf
    The document outlines the Performance Work Statement (PWS) for Bombardier BBD-700 Global 7500 pilot training for inspectors and pilots employed by the FAA. It aims to ensure that FAA personnel are qualified and proficient for their duties involving aircraft evaluation and testing, adhering to statutory obligations under Title 49 of the U.S. Code. The contractor is tasked with providing initial and recurrent flight training, ground school, and related curriculum for FAA personnel, emphasizing the need for approved training standards that comply with federal regulations. Key requirements include ensuring that training meets current needs and does not involve sensitive content that may induce stress or conflict with personal beliefs. Training schedules will be mutually agreed upon, and any changes due to unforeseen circumstances will be rescheduled. The contractor is also responsible for maintaining comprehensive training materials and providing annual updates to ensure compliance. The document includes definitions of technical terms and outlines operational procedures for conducting training sessions effectively while ensuring that all instructional methods comply with FAA standards. Overall, the aim is to maintain a high level of readiness and safety within the FAA's workforce through structured and enforced training programs.
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