Opportunity

SAM #80NSSC26930838Q

NASA Helicopter Pilot Training Services (Bell Textron Inc. Sole Source)

Buyer

NASA Shared Services Center

Posted

April 16, 2026

Respond By

April 21, 2026

Identifier

80NSSC26930838Q

NAICS

611512

NASA is seeking specialized helicopter pilot training to support its lunar mission readiness and helicopter program safety. - Government Buyer: - National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) - Astronaut Office (CB) - Aircraft Operations Division (AOD) - NASA Shared Services Center (NSSC) - OEMs and Vendors: - Bell Textron Inc. (highlighted as sole provider and OEM) - Bell Academy (training facility operated by Bell Textron Inc.) - Products/Services Requested: - Helicopter pilot training for 6 NASA pilots - Includes initial and specialized risk-mitigating flight training - Focus on autorotation and energy management courses - Use of FAA-rated Flight Simulation Training Devices - Operational review of aircraft and final report with flight hours - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Training is critical for NASA's lunar surface mission readiness and safety of its aging helicopter fleet - Training is on-demand to maintain pilot proficiency - Sole source justification: Bell Textron Inc. is the only provider - Training to be performed at NASA Johnson Space Center and/or Bell Academy in Dallas, Texas

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