Award
Delivery Order #693KA926F00045
University of Maryland Delivers FAA Maintenance Schedule Optimization under NEXTOR III
Buyer
Federal Aviation Administration
Award Amount
$100,000.00
Ceiling
$100,000.00
Awarded
May 12, 2026
Period of Performance
May 12, 2026 – Nov 11, 2026
Identifier
693KA926F00045
NAICS
541715
This contract award represents a significant delivery order under the definitive contract framework for the NEXTOR III aviation research program, managed by the University of Maryland, College Park. The university, renowned for its expertise in aviation and air traffic management research, has been tasked with optimizing FAA maintenance schedules to improve operational efficiency. The scope of work includes detailed analysis and optimization efforts aimed at enhancing aviation maintenance protocols to support safer and more reliable air transportation. This ongoing collaboration is an extension of a comprehensive multi-year research initiative with the FAA, emphasizing the value of academic contributions to federal aviation advancements. The contract was competitively awarded as part of the established NEXTOR III program and is set to be performed over a six-month period at the university's facilities in College Park, Maryland. This award further highlights the critical role of university-government partnerships in driving innovation within the public aviation sector.
Description
NEXTOR III - FAA MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE OPTIMIZATION