FAA-Certified (Pt. 141) Flight Instruction in Fixed-Wing and/or Rotor-Wing Flight Instruction for US

Texas State University has issued Request for Proposal (RFP) number 754-TXST-2026-RFP-478-VPGOI to procure FAA-certified (Part 141) flight instruction services for fixed-wing and/or rotor-wing aircraft. The university seeks to establish a partnership with one or more responsive and responsible flight schools to develop highly skilled pilots prepared for workforce opportunities. Qualified respondents must be FAA-certified flight instruction providers capable of delivering comprehensive pilot training programs. The RFP emphasizes the development of workforce-ready pilots, indicating that training quality and pilot competency outcomes are key objectives. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the TSUS MarketPlace (Jaggaer) System by the deadline of May 22, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Central Time. Questions and clarifications regarding the RFP should be directed through the TSUS MarketPlace portal, and interested parties should consult the complete RFP documentation for detailed specifications regarding compensation structure, contract terms, performance requirements, and any additional qualifications or certifications required.

The RFP documentation provided does not specify set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise restrictions, or preferences for particular organization types, though respondents should review the complete RFP through the TSUS MarketPlace portal for any such provisions. No incumbent vendor information or current contractor details were disclosed in the available materials. The contract duration, renewal options, pricing terms, and specific funding amounts and sources are not specified in the RFP summary documentation provided. Interested flight instruction service providers should access the complete RFP documentation through the TSUS MarketPlace system to obtain comprehensive details regarding budget allocation, award value, contract structure, and any additional technical or administrative requirements necessary for proposal preparation and submission.