CH-53K HMHT-302 Training Program Curriculum Revisions - Sources Sought Notice
ID: N6134026R0013Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAWC TRAINING SYSTEMS DIVORLANDO, FL, 32826-3224, USA

NAICS

Engineering Services (541330)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- OTHER (U099)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Set Aside (SDVOSBC)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/86ccf4d790a141f3b0fcd7aff7d2fb60/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD), is seeking Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) to provide curriculum sustainment transition services for the U.S. Marine Corps Heavy Helicopter Training Squadron (HMHT-302) and Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH-461). The procurement aims to sustain operator and maintenance training curricula for the CH-53K helicopter, including the development and revision of Interactive Multimedia Instruction (IMI) levels 1-4. This initiative is critical for maintaining the operational readiness and effectiveness of the Marine Corps' heavy lift capabilities. Interested parties must respond by November 20, 2025, detailing their capabilities and relevant experience, as the anticipated Request for Proposal (N6134026R0013) is expected to be released in the second quarter of 2026, with a contract performance period of 48 months. For further inquiries, contact Caitlyn Ersek at caitlyn.e.ersek.civ@us.navy.mil or Evan Denove at evan.t.denove.civ@us.navy.mil.

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    CH-53K HMHT-302 Training Program Curriculum Revisions - Sources Sought Notice.pdf
    The Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD) has issued a Sources Sought Notice (SSN) to identify Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) capable of providing curriculum sustainment transition services for the U.S. Marine Corps Heavy Helicopter Training Squadron (HMHT-302) and Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH-461). This effort involves sustaining operator and maintenance training curricula for the USMC CH-53K, including Interactive Multimedia Instruction (IMI) levels 1-4. Contractors must have a SECRET or higher facility clearance, recent experience in CH-53K tactical curriculum development or revision, and provide CH-53K Subject Matter Experts. Familiarity with MELD and MELD Learning Management System is also required. The anticipated Request for Proposal (N6134026R0013) is expected in the second quarter of 2026, with an estimated award in the same quarter and a 48-month period of performance. Responses are due by November 20, 2025, and should detail company capabilities, relevant experience, and intent to participate as a prime or subcontractor, addressing the NAICS code 541330. This SSN is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation.
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