Description
The United States Air Force Test Pilot School (TPS) is issuing a Request for Quote for a series of eight Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) covering flight‑training services for a variety of aircraft types, including T‑2 Buckeye, A‑4 Skyhawk, Daher Kodiak, Cirrus Vision Jet, Noorduyn Norseman, Systems Platform Aircraft, Lighter‑Than‑Air (airships or balloons), and Jet Glider. Each BPA will be awarded on a 100 % Small Business set‑aside basis, with a total estimated magnitude not to exceed $349,999.99 per BPA over a three‑ to five‑year ordering period. Offerors must submit written quotes via email, include detailed contractor information, a one‑year price list (dry and wet hourly rates), and meet extensive compliance requirements (FAA airworthiness, insurance, antiterrorism training, CUI handling, etc.). The solicitation has been extended, with the question period closing on 10 Sep 2026 and final quote submission due on 9 Oct 2026 at 3:30 PM PDT.
• Eight separate BPAs for distinct aircraft platforms, each limited to ~$350k total over 3‑5 years.
• Required deliverables include a price list (aircraft ferry, aircraft, instructor‑pilot rates), contractor certifications (SAM UEI, TIN, CAGE), and compliance documentation.
• All work is performed at Edwards AFB, CA (or approved alternate sites) and follows Simplified Acquisition Procedures (FAR 12.201‑1).