Bid guide
How to bid on Composite Awareness Training for the Federal Aviation Administration
What the FAA is buying
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) needs Composite Awareness Training for its Aviation Safety Inspectors. This training will be provided at the Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. This is an opportunity for vendors specializing in aviation-related education and training.
The FAA expects to award an Indefinite Delivery/Requirements type contract. This contract will have a one-year base period and four additional one-year option periods for each aircraft. The award will be made to the lowest-priced technically acceptable offer.
Key dates and deadlines
The deadline for submitting any questions about this solicitation is August 3, 2026, by 3:00 p.m. CST. No questions will be accepted after this time. All questions must be submitted in writing via email.
Technical and cost proposals must be received by the FAA no later than 5:00 p.m. CST on August 21, 2026. Proposals received after this exact date and time will not be considered. Electronic submission is required.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for firms with expertise in aviation training, specifically in composite awareness. Vendors should have the capability to deliver training to aviation safety inspectors. The contracting category is education.
Firms that can offer a competitive price while meeting all technical requirements will be favored, as the award criteria is Lowest-Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA).
How to respond
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All questions must be submitted in writing via email to the contracting specialist by the August 3, 2026 deadline. Proposals must be submitted electronically to the contracting specialist's email address by the August 21, 2026 deadline. Ensure the SIR Number 6973GH-26-R-00144 is included in your submission.
Tips for a competitive response
Carefully review all sections of the solicitation, especially those detailing technical requirements and evaluation criteria. Since this is an LPTA award, ensure your proposal clearly demonstrates that you meet all technical requirements while offering your most competitive pricing.
Pay close attention to all submission instructions, including formatting, required documents, and the electronic submission process. Allow ample time for your proposal to be processed through security procedures. Ensure all requested information is furnished; incomplete proposals may be deemed non-responsive.
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View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Federal Aviation Administration; the original posting controls.