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U.S. Department Of Defense·Maryland

Test Pilot

Closes 5/8/2026$100k – $500kRequest for Quotation
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Description

The U.S. Naval Test Pilot School (USNTPS) is seeking a contractor to provide flight demonstration services for its Qualitative Evaluation (QE) program. The contractor will be required to provide up to 17 hours of flight demonstration in an MD-500 aircraft. The flights will take place at the USNTPS location in Patuxent River, MD, and the contractor will be responsible for ferrying the aircraft to and from the location. The contractor will also be required to provide a safety pilot who meets certain qualifications, including being a certified flight instructor and having a minimum of 500 flight hours. The contractor will be responsible for maintaining the aircraft and providing any necessary maintenance or repairs. Some key points to note about this opportunity include: * The contractor will need to provide up to 17 hours of flight demonstration in an MD-500 aircraft. * The flights will take place at the USNTPS location in Patuxent River, MD. * The contractor will be responsible for ferrying the aircraft to and from the location. * The contractor will need to provide a safety pilot who meets certain qualifications. * The contractor will be responsible for maintaining the aircraft and providing any necessary maintenance or repairs.

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Contact

Annie N. Bohmann(Contracting Officer)

[email protected]

(240) 572-9625

Key dates

Opened
5/6/2026
Closes
5/8/2026
Duration
44 days

Last updated

Details

Type
Request for Quotation
Industry
Aerospace and Defense
NAICS
611512
Solicitation №
N0042126Q1166

Budget estimate

$100,000 – $500,000

The budget for this opportunity is not explicitly stated in the document, but based on the scope of work, it is likely to be in the range of $100,000 to $500,000. The contractor will be required to provide up to 17 hours of flight demonstration, and the cost of this service will depend on a variety of factors, including the cost of fuel, maintenance, and personnel. Additionally, the contractor will be responsible for ferrying the aircraft to and from the location, which will also incur additional costs. The factors that may influence the likely payment range include: * The cost of fuel and maintenance for the aircraft. * The cost of personnel, including the safety pilot and any other necessary staff. * The cost of ferrying the aircraft to and from the location. * The complexity and scope of the flight demonstration services required. Overall, the budget for this opportunity is likely to be in the range of $100,000 to $500,000, depending on the specific requirements of the contract and the costs incurred by the contractor.

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