Qualitative Evaluation L-39 Services
ID: FA930425Q5007Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA9304 AFTC PZZEDWARDS AFB, CA, 93524-1185, USA

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Flight Training (611512)

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EDUCATION/TRAINING- OTHER (U099)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force Test Center (AFTC), is seeking information from qualified contractors to provide non-personnel services for Qualitative Evaluation L-39 Services at Edwards Air Force Base in California. The contractor will be responsible for delivering all necessary resources, including management, personnel, equipment, and facilities, to conduct qualitative evaluation flights using L-29 aircraft, ensuring adherence to safety and operational standards. This procurement is critical for effective flight training and test management for USAF students, with a focus on rigorous training and communication with government representatives. Interested vendors must submit their capability statements by 13:00 Pacific Time on April 18, 2025, to the primary contact, Cole Staron, at cole.staron@us.af.mil, with a contract value anticipated under the NAICS code 611512, and a one-year duration post-award.

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    The document outlines the scope of a non-personnel services contract for the USAF Test Pilot School (TPS) involving the provision of L-29 aircraft for flight instruction and test management projects. The contractor will deliver all necessary resources, including qualified flight instructors and ground support, primarily from Iowa City Municipal Airport or other approved locations. The L-29 aircraft must meet specified technical and safety requirements, including advanced instrumentation and operational capabilities. The contractor is responsible for managing the operations, scheduling, and conducting training flights while adhering to government regulations and guidance. This contract will not involve inherently governmental functions and is set for a one-year duration post-award. Key objectives include rigorous flight training, pre-flight and post-flight briefings, and effective communication with government representatives. The aim is to ensure safe and effective training for USAF students in aircraft operation and test management procedures, utilizing historical performance data from previous contracts. This tender reflects the government's need for efficient flight training services aligned with military operational standards and emphasizes accountability in performance and safety adherence.
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