FAA-Approved Helicopter Pilot Training Services

The Minnesota State Patrol is requesting proposals for FAA-approved helicopter pilot training services. The purpose of this solicitation is to establish a contract with a vendor to provide ground and flight training for commercial rating or other requested flight training to MSP pilots. The training may take place in the MSP aircraft or in aircraft provided by the awarded contractor. The contractor will provide services including ground school instruction, pre- and post-flight instruction, helicopter instrument flight instruction, and more. • The contract term is anticipated to be from August 3, 2026 to June 30, 2027 with the option to extend up to an additional four years. • The evaluation process will be conducted in three phases: review of responses for responsiveness and pass/fail requirements, evaluation of responses, and selection of finalist(s). • The State reserves the right to reject any and all responses, waive or modify any informalities, and negotiate with the highest scoring responder.