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) is hosting its Industry Week 2026 from May 11-13, 2026, at The Smart Center, Joint Base Andrews, Maryland. This special notice provides the final event schedule and updated registration details for this free event, designed to foster collaboration between industry and government. The event is open to all businesses, small and large.
Event Details
AFDW Industry Week aims to communicate AFDW and its mission partners' objectives, outline future government needs (1-3 year horizon), and gain insights into private sector capabilities. The event will feature Keynote Speakers, Mission Partner Briefs, and Industry Engagements, including panels such as the DOGE Panel, Contracting Officer Panel, and a Combined SAF & AFDW Small Business Panel. A separate Small Business Event: 2026 AFDW Small Business Summit will occur on May 14, 2026, at the same location, requiring separate registration.
Registration & Access
RSVP and Registration for AFDW Industry Week have been extended and are due by 1600L on April 29, 2026.
- Step 1: Complete the online registration form at
https://forms.osi.apps.mil/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=jbExg4ct70ijX6yIGOv5tFtNfvBd-7dPnS95PC4DXJpUNVNLVjRaNlJMUjQ3UlNEMlRUUkxENFE0Vi4u. - Step 2: For base access, fill out the "2026 AFDW Industry Week Base Access Request Form" attached to this notice.
Important Notes:
- Base access requests received after 1600L on April 22, 2026, may not be accommodated.
- Identification used for base access must be REAL ID compliant.
- For questions or denied access requests, contact
afdw.pkafdw.industryweek@us.af.milinstead of the JBA Visitor's Center.
Key Contacts & Additional Information
For any questions regarding the event, please contact MSgt Kyle Mead or SSgt Phelicha Silva via email at afdw.pkafdw.industryweek@us.af.mil. The final event schedule, updated on April 30, 2026, is available as an attachment.