Airshow Buses 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 Department of the Air Force (DEPT OF DEFENSE), specifically FA4803 20 CONS LGCA, is soliciting proposals for Airshow Buses 2026 to provide passenger motor charter services at Shaw Air Force Base, SC. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity seeks to transport approximately 6,000 guests over a two-day period during the airshow. Offers are due January 5, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the provision of all necessary personnel, equipment, tools, materials, and supervision for shuttle services. The contractor will operate two bus routes on Shaw AFB, transporting up to 6,000 guests (3,000 per day) between designated parking lot bus stops and event bus stops. The service is required for two days, from March 28, 2026, to March 29, 2026, with daily operating hours from 0900 to 1900. Key requirements include providing qualified drivers and suitable buses, adhering to schedules (buses wait approx. 5 minutes or until full), and complying with base traffic laws and safety regulations. A list of driver names must be provided 10 days prior for identification.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: March 28, 2026, to March 29, 2026
- NAICS Code: 485510 (Bus and Other Motor Vehicle Transit Systems)
- Size Standard: $19,000,000.00
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business
- Questions Cutoff: March 6, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST
- Offer Due Date: January 5, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST
- Prices Valid Through: March 30, 2026
- Published Date: March 2, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes must include pricing for CLIN 0001, a technical acceptability narrative (5-page limit) demonstrating the ability to meet SOW requirements, discount terms, contractor information (name, address, CAGE code, GSA Schedule), point of contact, completed Reps & Certs, and a signed SF 1449. Evaluation will be based on Lowest Price and Technical Acceptability (LPTA), where the lowest priced offers will be assessed for technical acceptability.
Additional Notes
The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-3, 52.212-4 by reference, and 52.212-2 and 52.212-5 are attached. DFARS clauses are also incorporated by reference. Bidders must review the attached Wage Determination (Revision No. 28, dated December 3, 2025) for minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for Sumter County, SC, as this directly impacts labor costs and bid competitiveness.
Contacts
- Primary: Mar Rodriguez (maria_del_mar.rodriguez_martinez@us.af.mil)
- Secondary: Mackenzie Fullenlove (mackenzie.fullenlove@us.af.mil, 8038959396)