Notice ID: d99ac16ff5564eb8b8ea18d121827557Special Notice
Notice of Intent for Single Source -- Sikorsky SK-64 Initial and Recurrent Pilot Qualification Training
Archived on October 14, 2026. Special Notice posted by TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OF (FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION) on September 24, 2026. Solicitation 6973GH-26-Q-00123.
NAICS 611512 (Flight Training). Set-aside: No Set aside used. Original response deadline: . Full description on SAM.gov.
Description
NOTICE OF INTENT TO CONTRACT WITH A SINGLE SOURCE: The Federal Aviation Administration intends to award a single source contract to Helicopter Express LLC.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center proposes to procure Sikorsky SK-64 Initial and Recurrent Pilot Qualification Training. The acquisition will utilize single source procedures as Helicopter Express LLC is the only known source capable of meeting the FAA’s need for initial and recurrent pilot training for the Sikorsky SK-64 aircraft.
In accordance with the FAA Acquisition Management System, AMS 3.2.2.4, the purpose of this announcement is to inform industry of the basis of the FAA's decision to contract with a selected source when it is determined to be in the best interest of the FAA.
This announcement is for informational purposes only and not a Solicitation/Request for Proposal. This requirement will be awarded to Helicopter Express LLC and is not available for full and open competition. All questions pertaining to this announcement should be addressed in writing to Contract Specialist Shelley.A.Howard@faa.gov no later than 5 pm (CT) on September 29, 2026.
Note: The FAR references cited in SAM.gov are not applicable to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as the FAA has its own policies and guidance referenced in the Acquisition Management System (AMS).
Overview
Agency:
Department of TransportationFEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION
Office:6973GH FRANCHISE ACQUISITION SVCS
Posted:September 24, 2026
NAICS:611512: Flight Training
Last Updated:Oct 14, 2026
PSC:U009: EDUCATION/TRAINING- GENERAL
Response Deadline:
Set-Aside:No Set aside used
Type:Special Notice
Place of Performance:Not specified
Award Overview
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Contacts
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Primary Contact
Shelley Howard
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Lifecycle
Solicitation:
6973GH-26-Q-00123- 2×Special NoticeCurrentSep 22, 2026
Notice of Intent for Single Source -- Sikorsky SK-64 Initial and Recurrent Pilot Qualification Training
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NOTICE OF INTENT TO CONTRACT WITH A SINGLE SOURCE: The Federal Aviation Administration intends to award a single source contract to Helicopter Express LLC. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center proposes to procure Sikorsky SK-64 Initial and Recurrent Pilot Qualification Training. The acquisition will utilize single source procedures as Helicopter Express LLC is the only known source capable of meeting the FAA’s need for initial and recurrent pilot training for the Sikorsky SK-64 aircraft. In accordance with the FAA Acquisition Management System, AMS 3.2.2.4, the purpose of this announcement is to inform industry of the basis of the FAA's decision to contract with a selected source when it is determined to be in the best interest of the FAA. This announcement is for informational purposes only and not a Solicitation/Request for Proposal. This requirement will be awarded to Helicopter Express LLC and is not available for full and open competition. All questions pertaining to this announcement should be addressed in writing to Contract Specialist Shelley.A.Howard@faa.gov no later than 5 pm (CT) on October 6, 2026. Note: The FAR references cited in SAM.gov are not applicable to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as the FAA has its own policies and guidance referenced in the Acquisition Management System (AMS). | Special Notice | 611512 | No Set-Aside | 09/22/2026 | 10/06/2026 | - | |
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center (MMAC), Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, has a requirement for providing Initial and Recurrent Ground School, Flight Training Device (if applicable) and Simulator training to FAA inspectors/pilots in the Airbus A-330. The FAA contemplates award of a Fixed Price - Indefinite Delivery/Requirements type contract with 1-year base with 1, 4 year option periods. The award will be made to the vendor with the lowest price technically acceptable proposal. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. ALL QUESTIONS MUST BE IN WRITING AND EMAILED TO THE CONTRACT SPECIALIST. CONTACT INFORMATION BELOW. All interested sources should first attempt to download the attached SIR document(s). If downloading is not possible all request for copies of the SIR document(s) must be made in writing to the attention of Joe Oglesby, Contracting Officer (AAQ-740), via email at joe.oglesby@faa.gov. Technical and cost proposals in accordance with Section L guidelines must be received by the FAA no later than 2:00 P.M. CDT, October 23, 2026. Bids can be electronically submitted to joe.oglesby@faa.gov. In accordance with SIR Section L provision 3.2.2.3-14 entitled, "Late Submissions, Modifications, and Withdrawals of Submittals," any proposals received after the due time and date of 2:00 P.M. CDT, October 23, 2026, will not be considered. In addition, if all requested information is not furnished in the offeror's proposal, the offeror's proposal may be determined to be non-responsive and ineligible for consideration for contract award. | Solicitation | 611512 | No Set-Aside | 10/09/2026 | 10/23/2026 | - | |
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center (MMAC), Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, has a requirement for providing Initial and Recurrent Ground School, Flight Training Device (if applicable) and Simulator training to FAA inspectors/pilots in the Airbus A-330. The FAA contemplates award of a Fixed Price - Indefinite Delivery/Requirements type contract with 1-year base with 1, 4 year option periods. The award will be made to the vendor with the lowest price technically acceptable proposal. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. ALL QUESTIONS MUST BE IN WRITING AND EMAILED TO THE CONTRACT SPECIALIST. CONTACT INFORMATION BELOW. All interested sources should first attempt to download the attached SIR document(s). If downloading is not possible all request for copies of the SIR document(s) must be made in writing to the attention of Joe Oglesby, Contracting Officer (AAQ-740), via email at joe.oglesby@faa.gov. Technical and cost proposals in accordance with Section L guidelines must be received by the FAA no later than 2:00 P.M. CDT, October 9, 2026. Bids can be electronically submitted to joe.oglesby@faa.gov. In accordance with SIR Section L provision 3.2.2.3-14 entitled, "Late Submissions, Modifications, and Withdrawals of Submittals," any proposals received after the due time and date of 2:00 P.M. CDT, October 9, 2026, will not be considered. In addition, if all requested information is not furnished in the offeror's proposal, the offeror's proposal may be determined to be non-responsive and ineligible for consideration for contract award. | Solicitation | 611512 | No Set-Aside | 10/08/2026 | 10/23/2026 | - | |
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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center (MMAC), Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, has a requirement for providing Initial and Recurrent Ground School, Flight Training Device (if applicable) and Simulator training to FAA inspectors/pilots in the Airbus A-330. The FAA contemplates award of a Fixed Price - Indefinite Delivery/Requirements type contract with 1-year base with 1, 4 year option periods. The award will be made to the vendor with the lowest price technically acceptable proposal. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. ALL QUESTIONS MUST BE IN WRITING AND EMAILED TO THE CONTRACT SPECIALIST. CONTACT INFORMATION BELOW. All interested sources should first attempt to download the attached SIR document(s). If downloading is not possible all request for copies of the SIR document(s) must be made in writing to the attention of Joe Oglesby, Contracting Officer (AAQ-740), via email at joe.oglesby@faa.gov. Technical and cost proposals in accordance with Section L guidelines must be received by the FAA no later than 2:00 P.M. CDT, October 9, 2026. Bids can be electronically submitted to joe.oglesby@faa.gov. In accordance with SIR Section L provision 3.2.2.3-14 entitled, "Late Submissions, Modifications, and Withdrawals of Submittals," any proposals received after the due time and date of 2:00 P.M. CDT, October 9, 2026, will not be considered. In addition, if all requested information is not furnished in the offeror's proposal, the offeror's proposal may be determined to be non-responsive and ineligible for consideration for contract award. | Solicitation | 611512 | No Set-Aside | 09/23/2026 | 10/09/2026 | - |
Additional Details
Solicitation Number
6973GH-26-Q-00123
Archive Date
Oct 14, 2026
Office Address
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK, 73125