U--Naval Introductory Flight Evaluation (NIFE)

The Department of the Navy, specifically the NAWC Training Systems Division, is soliciting proposals for the Naval Introductory Flight Evaluation (NIFE) program under solicitation number N6134020R0006. This requirement is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSBC) set-aside. The primary objective of the program is to ensure all pilot and Naval Flight Officer candidates receive flight instruction in accordance with the CNATRAINST 1542.178 Series NIFE Student Syllabus. Performance will take place in Pensacola, Florida, and responses are due by December 9, 2019.

The contractor is responsible for providing certified flight instructors, support personnel, aircraft, and facilities to perform necessary flight training and screening. The scope of work further includes the provision of training aids, supervision, publications, materials, maintenance, equipment, and reports as defined in the Performance Work Statement. This procurement is classified under NAICS 611512 for Flight Training and PSC U099 for EDUCATION/TRAINING- OTHER.

Four attachments accompany this notice, including a consolidated questions and answers tracker and several amendment documents. This solicitation update serves as the current revision of the request for proposals following a system conversion. Point of contact for this requirement is Richard Steinfeld.