Multi-engine fixed-wing aircraft proficiency and mastery program

Summary of Opportunity: Multi-engine Fixed-Wing Aircraft Proficiency Program

PURPOSE & SCOPE:

• What is being procured?: Transport Canada is seeking a Contractor to provide a fixed-wing multi-engine, turbine aircraft proficiency and mastery program for its Engineering Test Pilots (ETPs).
• Project scope and objectives: The goal is to maintain the flying skills of TCCA ETPs through regular access to a multi-engine aircraft, which includes Type Rating training leading to Pilot-in-Command (PIC) sign-off, as well as ongoing proficiency flying.
• Contract type and estimated value: The contract will be for an initial period of one year with an option for one additional year. The contract value is not explicitly stated.

BUYER INFORMATION:

• Issuing organization: Transport Canada (TC)
• Contact details: Tony Youness, Email: [email protected]
• Important dates:
  • Posted: January 6, 2026
  • Due: January 27, 2026, at 2:00 PM (EST)
  • Contract performance period: Indicated as one year with a possible one-year extension.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:

• Required certifications/registrations: Compliance with Canada’s Code of Conduct for Procurement. There are no security requirements associated with this solicitation.
• Mandatory qualifications: Offerors must have the legal capacity to contract and be incorporated or registered in accordance with applicable law.
• Set-aside requirements: Only Canadian Suppliers and Suppliers of an Applicable Trading Partner are eligible.
• Geographic restrictions: Offers must come from Canadian entities or defined trading partners.

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Key technical capabilities needed: Experience in providing Type Rating training for multi-engine aircraft and ongoing proficiency flying services.
• Specific technologies, methodologies, or approaches required: Must demonstrate capability to maintain currency and proficiency flying for TCCA ETPs.
• Deliverables and performance standards: Deliver training leading to PIC sign-off, along with post-training proficiency flights subject to funding approval.
• Evaluation criteria: Not explicitly detailed but will include capabilities and proposed methodologies relevant to aircraft proficiency training.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Nice-to-have certifications or experience: Previous experience with government contracts, particularly in aviation training and proficiency programs, is preferred.
• Preferred qualifications: Familiarity with Transport Canada regulations and standards in aviation.

KEY EVALUATION FACTORS:

• How proposals will be evaluated: Proposals will be assessed based on technical proposal compliance, financial proposal, and adherence to evaluation procedures.
• Weighting of different criteria: Specific weighting is not detailed in the provided documents.
• Past performance requirements: Demonstrated past performance in similar services may be beneficial for competitive advantage.

This opportunity requires a focused approach on aviation training services, particularly for multi-engine aircraft, with significant emphasis on technical capability, compliance, and legal eligibility. Companies interested should ensure they meet all mandatory requirements for proposal consideration.