County of Orange Pilot Certification and Training Services - IFB-060-3152603-CF (2026)
Orange CountyCounty · Santa Ana, CA- Due
- Dec 8, 2026
- 35 days left
- Posted
- Oct 28, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Corina Fantes
- (714) 834-4385
The 30-second brief
The County of Orange Sheriff-Coroner is soliciting competitive bids for Pilot Certification and Training Services on an ongoing basis. Services include ground and flight instruction meeting FAA Part 61 and/or Part 141 standards for Private Pilot, Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot Training, Certified Flight Instructor, Emergency Maneuver Training, Biennial Flight Reviews, Instrument Proficiency Check, High Performance Endorsement, and miscellaneous classes. The contractor must operate an FAA-certified Part 61/141 flight school with a brick-and-mortar location within 10 miles of Fullerton Municipal Airport, maintain a fleet including Cessna 172s, Citabrias, Decathlons, and Cessna 152 Aerobats, and have at least 10 years of business experience. Electronic bids must be submitted through the County's OpenGov eProcurement Portal by December 8, 2026. A pre-bid question deadline is set for November 3, 2026. Required submissions include OCLSB/DVBE preference forms, W-9, insurance certificates, non-collusion declaration, debarment certification, and campaign contribution disclosures.
Private Pilot, Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot Training, Certified Flight Instructor, Emergency Maneuver Training, Biennial Flight Reviews, Instrument Proficiency Check, High Performance Endorsement, Miscellaneous Classes
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Summary
The County of Orange Sheriff-Coroner is soliciting competitive bids for Pilot Certification and Training Services on an ongoing basis.
Services include ground and flight instruction meeting FAA Part 61 and/or Part 141 standards for Private Pilot, Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot Training, Certified Flight Instructor, Emergency Maneuver Training, Biennial Flight Reviews, Instrument Proficiency Check, High Performance Endorsement, and miscellaneous classes. The contractor must operate an FAA-certified Part 61/141 flight school with a brick-and-mortar location within 10 miles of Fullerton Municipal Airport, maintain a fleet including Cessna 172s, Citabrias, Decathlons, and Cessna 152 Aerobats, and have at least 10 years of business experience. Electronic bids must be submitted through the County's OpenGov eProcurement Portal by December 8, 2026. A pre-bid question deadline is set for November 3, 2026. Required submissions include OCLSB/DVBE preference forms, W-9, insurance certificates, non-collusion declaration, debarment certification, and campaign contribution disclosures.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible bid
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Private Pilot
- Instrument Rating
- Commercial Pilot Training
- Certified Flight Instructor
- Emergency Maneuver Training
- Biennial Flight Reviews
- Instrument Proficiency Check
- High Performance Endorsement
- Miscellaneous Classes
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Certificate of Insurance
- W-9 Form
- OCLSB Affirmation Form
- Certification Regarding Debarment
- Non-Collusion Declaration
- County of Orange Campaign Contribution Disclosure Form
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/ocgov
- Scope location
- Santa Ana, CA
- Reported agency
- County of Orange
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Orange County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 8, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/ocgov. For questions, contact Corina Fantes.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Orange County in CA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the IFB submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Corina Fantes at (714) 834-4385. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Private Pilot, Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot Training, Certified Flight Instructor, Emergency Maneuver Training, Biennial Flight Reviews, Instrument Proficiency Check, High Performance Endorsement, Miscellaneous Classes. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest responsive and responsible bid" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Orange County?
All active and historical solicitations from Orange County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Orange County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 8, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Certificate of Insurance, W-9 Form, OCLSB Affirmation Form, Certification Regarding Debarment, Non-Collusion Declaration, County of Orange Campaign Contribution Disclosure Form. Review the full document from Orange County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Santa Ana, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.