Market Research for Specialized Flight Test and Evaluation Training Services

The Department of War is conducting market research to gauge industry capability to provide comprehensive flight‑test and evaluation training for the U.S. Air Force Security Assistance Training (AFSAT) squadron. The effort includes a portfolio of long‑duration professional courses (20‑50 weeks) covering NATO‑compliant flight‑test qualification, EASA Category 1 & 2 training, performance, systems, and unmanned‑systems curricula, plus a suite of short, specialized courses (e.g., UAV testing, helmet‑mounted display, upset‑prevention, spin, crew‑resource management). Respondents must demonstrate institutional accreditations (college degree‑granting status, ABET‑accredited master’s program, EASA Approved Training Organization, FAA Part 141 Air Agency Certificate) and provide detailed capability statements, past performance, and potential teaming approaches. The anticipated start date is 1 Oct 2027, with a 5‑year performance period, roughly 10‑15 students per year and ten training iterations annually. This is a Sources‑Sought (market research) notice; no contract award is guaranteed. • Required delivery of full course portfolio or identified functional groupings. • Mandatory accreditations: U.S. Department of Education, ABET, EASA ATO, FAA Part 141. • Estimated workload: 10‑15 students/year, 10 class iterations/year, integrated live‑fly and simulation environments. • Submission of a ≤10‑page capability statement by 04 Oct 2026. • Questions due 17 Sep 2026.