Notice of Intent for Single Source -- Sikorsky SK-64 Initial and Recurrent Pilot Qualification Training
Closed Special Notice Posted
- Solicitation number
- 6973GH-26-Q-00123
- Agency
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Franchise Acquisition Servies
Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 611512 Flight Training
- PSC
- U009 Education/Training- General
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Federal Aviation Administration's Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center issued a Notice of Intent to award a single-source contract to Helicopter Express LLC for Sikorsky SK-64 Initial and Recurrent Pilot Qualification Training, with a question deadline of September 29, 2026 at 5 pm (CT). This requirement is not available for full and open competition; Helicopter Express LLC is the only known source capable of meeting the FAA's training need. The announcement is informational only and does not constitute a solicitation or request for proposal. Industry members may submit written questions regarding the basis of this single-source determination to Contract Specialist Shelley.A.Howard@faa.gov by the September 29 deadline. The FAA's Acquisition Management System (AMS 3.2.2.4) governs this procurement; FAR clauses referenced on SAM.gov do not apply to FAA acquisitions.
Notice text
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Update #2 · Latest ·
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).
Update #1 ·
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).
Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| This notice | Special Notice | |
| Sources Sought for Sikorsky S-64 Helicopter Initial and Recurrent Pilot Training | Pre-Solicitation |
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