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NFA Basic Remote Pilot Course Program

Department of Homeland Security · FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY · Special Notice · 70FA2026JS00000003

posted 7 August 2026 · closed 21 August 2026 · NAICS 611430 · PSC U009

Summary

The Department of Homeland Security, FEMA, USFA and NFA intend to procure a sole‑source Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) training program from the Colorado Center of Excellence for Advanced Technology Aerial Firefighting. The notice describes a regional course that will expand UAS firefighting skills across multiple fire and emergency response disciplines.

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