DOT's FAA Awards $30,000 Firm Fixed Price Contract for Gulfstream Aircraft Training
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $30,000 ($30.0K)
Contractor: Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation
Awarding Agency: Department of Transportation
Start Date: 2026-04-08
End Date: 2026-05-01
Contract Duration: 23 days
Daily Burn Rate: $1.3K/day
Competition Type: NOT COMPETED
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: THIS IS A TRAINING CLASS FOR ASE/ASI'S TO PROVIDE INSTRUCTION ON GULFSTREAM AIRCRAFT.
Place of Performance
Location: SAVANNAH, CHATHAM County, GEORGIA, 31408
State: Georgia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Transportation obligated $30,000 to GULFSTREAM AEROSPACE CORPORATION for work described as: THIS IS A TRAINING CLASS FOR ASE/ASI'S TO PROVIDE INSTRUCTION ON GULFSTREAM AIRCRAFT. Key points: 1. Training focuses on Gulfstream aircraft for ASE/ASI personnel. 2. Contract awarded to Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, the aircraft manufacturer. 3. Potential risk associated with sole-source procurement for specialized training. 4. Spending falls under Professional and Management Development Training.
Value Assessment
Rating: questionable
The contract value of $30,000 is relatively low. However, without benchmarks for specialized aircraft training, assessing its pricing against similar contracts is difficult. The firm fixed-price structure provides cost certainty.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
This contract was not competed, indicating a sole-source award to Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation. This limits price discovery and competition, potentially leading to higher costs than if multiple vendors were considered.
Taxpayer Impact: The direct taxpayer impact is limited to the $30,000 contract value. However, the lack of competition could represent a missed opportunity for cost savings.
Public Impact
Ensures specialized personnel are trained on critical aircraft. Supports the operational readiness of the Federal Aviation Administration. Training is essential for safety and efficiency in aircraft operations.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Sole-source award limits competition and price discovery.
- Lack of competition may lead to higher than market price.
- Training is highly specialized, potentially limiting viable alternatives.
Positive Signals
- Firm fixed-price contract provides cost certainty.
- Training is critical for operational effectiveness.
- Awardee is the original equipment manufacturer, ensuring expertise.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under professional and management development training, specifically for specialized aircraft. Benchmarking is difficult without comparable training contracts, but the sole-source nature warrants scrutiny.
Small Business Impact
No small business participation is indicated in this sole-source award to a large corporation. The specialized nature of the training likely restricts small business involvement.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded as a delivery order under an unspecified existing agreement. Oversight should focus on ensuring the training meets specified requirements and that the sole-source justification remains valid.
Related Government Programs
- Professional and Management Development Training
- Department of Transportation Contracting
- Federal Aviation Administration Programs
Risk Flags
- Sole-source award
- Lack of competition
- Potential for inflated pricing
- Limited transparency on justification
Tags
professional-and-management-development-, department-of-transportation, ga, delivery-order, under-100k
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Transportation awarded $30,000 to GULFSTREAM AEROSPACE CORPORATION. THIS IS A TRAINING CLASS FOR ASE/ASI'S TO PROVIDE INSTRUCTION ON GULFSTREAM AIRCRAFT.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is GULFSTREAM AEROSPACE CORPORATION.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Transportation (Federal Aviation Administration).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $30,000.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2026-04-08. End: 2026-05-01.
What is the justification for the sole-source award, and were alternative training providers considered?
The justification for the sole-source award is not provided in the data. Typically, sole-source awards are made when only one vendor can provide the required goods or services. For specialized aircraft training, this often involves the original equipment manufacturer. Further investigation would be needed to confirm if alternative providers were considered and why they were deemed unsuitable.
How does the $30,000 cost compare to similar specialized aircraft training programs?
Benchmarking the $30,000 cost against similar specialized aircraft training programs is challenging without access to comparative contract data. Given that the training is for Gulfstream aircraft and awarded to Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, the price might reflect specialized knowledge and proprietary training materials. However, the lack of competition makes it difficult to ascertain if this represents a fair market price.
What is the expected impact of this training on the operational effectiveness and safety of FAA personnel?
This training is expected to significantly enhance the operational effectiveness and safety of FAA personnel responsible for Gulfstream aircraft. Proper instruction ensures that personnel can operate, maintain, and oversee these complex machines efficiently and safely, thereby supporting the FAA's mission and potentially preventing costly incidents or accidents.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Educational Services › Business Schools and Computer and Management Training › Professional and Management Development Training
Product/Service Code: EDUCATION AND TRAINING › EDUCATION AND TRAINING SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT COMPETED
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Wico Limited
Address: 500 GULFSTREAM RD, SAVANNAH, GA, 31408
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Manufacturer of Goods, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $30,000
Exercised Options: $30,000
Current Obligation: $30,000
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 6973GH25D00051
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2026-04-08
Current End Date: 2026-05-01
Potential End Date: 2026-05-01 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-04-08
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