2026 Charleston Airshow B-29 Static Display

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation seeks proposals for the procurement of a B-29 Static Display for the 2026 Charleston Airshow. The government intends to award a Firm Fixed Price contract.

• Procure a B-29 Static Display for the 2026 Charleston Airshow.

• The SOW (Attachment 01) provides further details on requirements and acceptance criteria.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price

• Period of Performance: April 30, 2026, to May 03, 2026

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but NAICS code 713990 has a size standard of $9,000,000.00.

• Offer Due Date: March 10, 2026, at 11:00 AM local time.

• Evaluation Factors: The award will be made on a lowest-priced, technically acceptable basis. There will be no trade-offs between price and non-price factors.

• Evaluation Process:

  1. Price Evaluation: Offers will be ranked by price.
  2. Technical Evaluation: The lowest-priced offer will be evaluated for technical acceptability. An offer is technically acceptable if it meets minimum requirements and conforms to salient characteristics.

• Offers must include:

  • Completed Section B - Supplies or Services and Prices or Costs.
  • Proof/verification of insurance.
  • Signed copy of Attachment 3: Contract Insurance Compliance Notification Certificate of Liability Insurance.
  • Signed copy of Attachment 05 DD Form 2402, Civil Aircraft Hold Harmless Agreement (if applicable).
  • Information for planning purposes regarding no-cost termination window and estimate of termination costs.

• This acquisition is UNRESTRICTED.

• NAICS Code: 713990

• Size Standard: $9,000,000.00

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses by reference and in full text, including those related to payment, contract administration, and representations/certifications.

• DFARS clauses are also incorporated by reference and in full text.

• Attachments include: Statement of Work, Wage Determination, Contract Insurance Compliance Notification, Landing Permit Application Instructions, and DD Form 2402.

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Statement of Work (SOW)

To provide a B-29 aircraft static display at Joint Base Charleston (JB CHS), SC, for the 2026 Charleston Airshow on May 2 and May 3, 2026.

• Provide the B-29 aircraft and necessary crew for the static display.

• Aircraft display hours: May 2 and May 3, 2026, between 1000 and 1600 EST.

• Contractor personnel to interact with the crowd, be available for photos and questions during public hours.

• Coordinate with the requirement owner, Air Operations Officer, Air Boss, and Director of Ramp Operations regarding aircraft requirements (fuel, ground support) and necessary information for the event (pilot certificate, ICAS information, etc.).

• Coordinate with JB CHS Public Affairs to update the Charleston Airshow website with display aircraft details.

• Notify the requirement owner and Contracting Officer of any events affecting the Airshow.

• 100LL Aviation fuel (up to 1500 gallons) upon arrival and prior to departure.

• Oil for transportation (up to 55 gallons of AD120).

• Standard refueling attachments on the aircraft are required; contractor must notify if modifications exist.

• Arrival at JB CHS: Thursday, April 30, 2026.

• Static Display Dates: May 2 and May 3, 2026.

• Departure: No later than Monday, May 4, 2026.

• Location: Joint Base Charleston (JB CHS), SC.

• Travel: Contractor responsible for air transportation costs.

• Lodging: Government provides up to four (4) hotel rooms from April 30 to May 4, 2026.

• Ground Transportation: Government provides up to two (2) rental cars for the duration of the Airshow.

• Base Access: Contractor personnel list due by April 1, 2026, for coordination of accommodations and base access.

• Site Access: Limited access with military escort provided for Airshow functions, receptions, briefings, and media day events.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Register of Wage Determinations Under the Service Contract Act" for the State of South Carolina, specifically for the counties of Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester. It provides the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations when performing contract work subject to the Service Contract Act.

• Lists numerous occupational codes and titles (e.g., "Accounting Clerk I", "Automotive Mechanic", "Registered Nurse III", "Computer Operator II").
• Specifies the minimum hourly wage rate for each occupation.
• Indicates that "Fringe Benefits Required Follow the Occupational Listing".
• Includes notes on Executive Orders related to paid sick leave (EO 13706) and minimum wage (EO 13658), detailing applicable benefits and wage adjustments for 2025.
• Outlines general benefits such as vacation, holidays, health & welfare, and uniform allowance.
• Provides guidance on the "Conformance Process" for unlisted job classifications.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the labor costs associated with performing the contract. It establishes the minimum wages and benefits that must be paid to employees working on the contract, directly impacting proposal pricing and overall cost management. Bidders must ensure their proposed labor rates meet or exceed these determined rates and comply with the specified fringe benefits and other requirements.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides detailed instructions for completing the DD Form 2400 (Civil Aircraft Certificate of Insurance) and the DD Form 2401 (Civil Aircraft Landing Permit). It also outlines requirements for the DD Form 2402 (Civil Aircraft Hold Harmless Agreement).

• DD Form 2400 Instructions: Details on required information for blocks such as Date Issued, Insurer Name/Address, Insured Name/Address, Policy Number, Effective/Expiration Dates, Aircraft Liability Coverage (split limit or single limit), Excess Liability, and Provisions of Amendments. Emphasizes that the form cannot be completed by the aircraft owner or operator and requires specific signature types.
• DD Form 2401 Instructions: Guidance on completing blocks related to owner/operator name, business address, airfields of operation, purpose of use, aircraft capacity, radio requirements, and contact information. It specifies when certain blocks are not applicable or can be substituted.
• DD Form 2402 Instructions: Outlines requirements for the Hold Harmless Agreement, particularly for companies, organizations, and associations, including details on who must sign and certify the form.
• General Requirements: All forms require digital or hand-scribed signatures, with specific compliance instructions for digital signatures. Forms must be resubmitted to renew landing permits, with corporations needing to resubmit DD Form 2402 every five years.

Bidders seeking to operate aircraft on Air Force airfields must use these forms to apply for landing permits. Understanding these instructions is crucial for accurately completing the required documentation, which is a prerequisite for obtaining landing approval. Failure to complete the forms correctly may invalidate the application.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, DD Form 2402, "CIVIL AIRCRAFT HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT," is a form that must be filed along with DD Forms 2400 and 2401 to obtain a civil aircraft landing permit for military aviation facilities. It serves as a certification by an individual or corporation to hold the U.S. Government harmless in consideration of permission granted for the operation of civil aircraft into these facilities.

• User Information: Requires the name and address of the corporation or individual using the airfield.
• Agreement Terms: Outlines the user's agreement to release the U.S. Government from liability, defend against claims, and comply with applicable military regulations.
• Definitions: Clarifies terms such as "United States personnel."
• Verification: Requires signatures and titles from corporate officers if the user is a company.
• Applicable Regulations: References specific military regulations for Army (AR 95-2), Navy (CNIC Program Guidance), and Air Force (AF 10-1001).

Bidders seeking to operate civil aircraft into military aviation facilities must complete and submit this form, along with DD Forms 2400 and 2401, to be granted permission. Failure to provide this information will result in the inability to operate civil aircraft into a military aviation facility. The form details the legal responsibilities and requirements for users of these facilities.