AFDW Industry Week - 2026
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Air Force District of Washington (AFDW) will host an Industry Week from May 11-15, 2026, at The Smart Center on Joint Base Andrews, Maryland (JBA). This Special Notice serves as a "Save the Date" for an in-person event designed to foster collaboration between industry and government. The event is free of charge and open to all businesses, both small and large.
Purpose & Scope
AFDW Industry Week aims to communicate the missions of AFDW and its mission partners, outline future government needs and requirements (with a 1 to 3-year horizon), and gain insights into the private sector's unique capabilities. The event will feature Keynote Speakers, Mission Partner Briefs, and Industry Engagements/One-on-Ones, all focused on increasing industry/government collaboration and providing information on future requirements.
Event Details
- Dates: May 11-15, 2026 (Note: The original notice indicated May 12-13, 2026, but the more recent draft schedule outlines an expanded event from May 11-15, 2026.)
- Location: The Smart Center, Joint Base Andrews, Maryland (JBA)
- Attendees: Open to all businesses; AFDW/PK and various Mission Partners from the National Capitol Region (NCR) will be present for one-on-one meetings.
- Key Sessions (Draft Schedule):
- Opening Remarks
- Keynote Speakers (e.g., SAF/FM, SAF/AM, AFDW CC & APK Director, HAF/A1, HAF/A3)
- Mission Briefs
- Panels (e.g., DOGE Panel, AFDW PCO Panel, Combined SAF & AFDW SBA Panel)
- Industry Engagements/One-on-Ones
- Cost: Free of charge.
Action & Contact
Interested parties should frequently check this SAM.gov site for updates, including registration information, the updated agenda, details on in-person attendance, and a listing of potential contracting opportunities. For questions regarding the event, contact MSgt Kyle Mead or SSgt Phelicha Silva at afdw.pkafdw.industryweek@us.af.mil.
Additional Notes
This is a Special Notice for an informational event and does not constitute a solicitation for proposals. No set-aside designation applies.