Pre-RFP Preparation

How to Win FAA’s PTAC High-Stakes Aviation Contract

By Brenda Crist, August 29, 2025

The Federal Aviation Administration’s Program Management Office (PMO) Technical Assistance Contract (PTAC) isn’t just another contract—it’s a chance to help shape the future of the National Airspace System (NAS). Covering nearly every aspect of aviation modernization, PTAC allows contractors to expand their technical footprint while supporting one of the nation’s most critical infrastructures. However, with opportunity comes complexity: a broad scope, high visibility, and risks that demand careful planning from the outset.