Market survey-Critical Incident Response Initial Training (CIRP)

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for a "No Cost Requisition" for a multiple-year contract (base year plus four options) for the Critical Incident Response Program (CIRP) Initial and Recurrent Training for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The training is intended for FAA Flight Test Pilots, Flight Test Engineers, and Accident Investigators.

• Provide Initial and Recurrent Critical Incident Response Program training.

• Training can be provided through standard courses or courses developed specifically for the FAA.

• The FAA estimates four classes annually (two initial, two recurrent), each approximately 24 hours of instruction.

• Class size should not exceed 20 students.

• Training will be conducted at the Mike Moroney Aeronautical Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

• Student quotas will be determined by Aircraft Certification Service – Planning and Program Division (AIR-900) and Office of Accident Investigation & Prevention (AVP-110).

• This is a Firm Fixed Price, Indefinite Delivery Requirements type contract.

• The contract period is to be determined (TBA).

• The contract includes options to extend services and the term of the contract.

• Award will be made to the lowest price, technically acceptable offer.

• Evaluation criteria include:

  • Evidence of an approved training program (syllabus for CIRP Initial and Recurrent Training).
  • Proof of ownership of aircraft and/or full flight simulator, or a Part 141 or Part 142 certificate.
  • Description of available training aids and facilities.
  • Proposed ground and flight training hours.
  • Evidence of instructor experience (minimum three years in a classroom environment).

• The Government intends to award without discussions but reserves the right to conduct them.

• No specific set-aside information is provided in the initial pages.

• The solicitation number is 6973GH-26-R-00056.

• The point of contact for information is Olivia A. Hill (Olivia.A.Hill@faa.gov, 404-305-5182).

• Funds are not presently available for performance beyond 9/30/2026, and the obligation is contingent upon the availability of appropriated funds.

Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To provide Critical Incident Response Program (CIRP) training to FAA Flight Test Pilots, Flight Test Engineers, and Accident Investigators to prepare them for managing and responding to serious incidents, with a focus on psychological support and de-escalation techniques.

• Provide initial and recurrent CIRP training.

• Training may utilize contractor's standard courses or custom-developed courses.

• Estimated four classes annually (two initial, two recurrent), approximately 24 hours of instruction each.

• Class size not to exceed 20 students.

• Training to be conducted at the Mike Moroney Aeronautical Center in Oklahoma City.

• Courses must adhere to adult learning principles, focusing on "real world" situations and applications.

• Training content and methodology must avoid high emotional responses, religious/new age beliefs, or attempts to influence personal values.

• Students will receive a "Pass" or "Fail" rating.

• Contractor must issue a Certificate of Training (Appendix A) upon completion.

• Contractor must provide a report with final grades, attendance, and comments within two weeks of class completion.

• Students must achieve a minimum average of 70 percent on testing to receive a certificate of graduation.

• Training location: Mike Moroney Aeronautical Center, Oklahoma City.

• Training schedule: Primarily Monday through Friday, avoiding federal holidays and weekends where possible. Daily sessions are approximately 8 hours, excluding breaks.

• Instructors must have at least three (3) years of instructor experience.

• Training facilities (if provided by contractor) must be located in the US, near a major airport, and meet specific environmental, safety, and equipment standards.

• In-person training is preferred; Computer-Based Instruction (CBI) or Virtual Training is allowed at government discretion with specific requirements for platform approval, student briefing, and instructor accessibility.

• Course content must include: Definitions, Identification of Stress Reactions, Defusing, Debriefings, and Peer Support Volunteer roles.

• Contractor must provide all training aids two weeks prior to brick-and-mortar training and three days prior to virtual training.