2026 Charleston Airshow P-51 Mustang Warbird Demonstration

SOL #: FA441826Q0040Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Air Force
FA4418 628 CONS PK
JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, SC, 29404-5021, United States

Place of Performance

Charleston AFB, SC

NAICS

All Other Amusement and Recreation Industries (713990)

PSC

Recreational Services (G003)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Timeline

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Posted
Mar 25, 2026
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Submission Deadline
Mar 30, 2026, 4:00 PM

Qualification Details

Fit reasons
  • NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
  • Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
  • Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
  • Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps

Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.

Quick Summary

The Department of the Air Force is soliciting proposals for a Firm Fixed-Price contract to provide P-51 Mustang Warbird Aerobatic Flight Demonstrations for the 2026 Charleston Airshow at Joint Base Charleston, SC. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due March 30, 2026, at 12:00 PM EDT.

Scope of Work

The contractor will provide two 15-minute P-51 Mustang warbird aerobatic flight demonstrations on May 2 and May 3, 2026, between 1000 and 1600 EST. A practice performance is required on May 1, 2026. The aircraft must also be available for static display during airshow hours. Key responsibilities include submitting a routine description for safety review, coordinating performer information, and interacting with the crowd. The government will provide Jet-A fuel, oil, hangar space, and lodging (one room), while the contractor is responsible for all travel costs, non-standard equipment, and a rental car.

Contract Details

  • Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
  • Period of Performance: April 30, 2026, to May 3, 2026 (with departure by May 4, 2026)
  • Place of Performance: Joint Base Charleston (JB CHS), SC
  • Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
  • NAICS Code: 713990 (Recreational Services) with a $9,000,000.00 size standard

Submission Requirements

Offerors must submit a complete proposal including: completed Section B, a current FAA Statement of Aerobatic Competency (SAC) card, proof of insurance, a signed Attachment 3 (Contract Insurance Compliance Notification), and a HAF Approved Civilian Aircraft Landing Permit (CALP) or the required DD Forms (2400, 2401, 2402). Responses to specific provisions regarding no-cost termination windows and termination price estimates are also required. Bidders must also adhere to Wage Determination 2015-4427 for labor costs.

Evaluation Criteria

Award will be made on a Lowest-Priced, Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis. Offers will be ranked by price, and the lowest-priced offer will be evaluated for technical acceptability, ensuring it meets minimum requirements and conforms to the Statement of Work. No trade-offs between price and non-price factors will be made.

Key Dates & Contact

People

Points of Contact

Madison NerenbergPRIMARY
Taylor K. McDanielSECONDARY

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Posted: Mar 25, 2026
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