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, 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 requires shuttle services for up to 6,000 guests over two days. Questions are due March 6, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST, and quotes are due March 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all necessary personnel, vehicles, and equipment to transport up to 6,000 guests (3,000 per day) between designated parking and event bus stops over two days (March 28-29, 2026). Key requirements include:
- Operating up to 20 buses, with a minimum of four (4) ADA-compliant buses (min 20-person capacity) and non-ADA buses (min 40-person capacity).
- Ensuring buses are operational and available as scheduled, with inoperable buses replaced/repaired within 2 hours.
- Providing operators with valid Commercial Driver's Licenses (CDLs).
- Buses must have current state registration, proof of insurance, and communication capability with base ground transportation dispatchers.
- Operating on both paved and gravel surfaces across two assigned bus routes.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Firm Fixed Price)
- Product Service Code: V222 (Passenger Motor Charter Service)
- NAICS Code: 485510 (Bus and Other Motor Vehicle Transit Systems)
- Size Standard: $19,000,000.00
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Period of Performance: March 28, 2026, to March 29, 2026
- Questions Due: March 6, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST
- Quotes Due: March 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST
- Published Date: March 3, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals must include pricing for CLIN 0001, a technical narrative (5-page limit) demonstrating 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. Prices must be valid through March 30, 2026. Award will be based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA), where the lowest priced offers will be evaluated for technical acceptability.
Key Requirements
- Drivers must arrive by 0745 daily.
- Contractor must provide a designated Point of Contact (POC).
- Security vetting for drivers is required at least 10 days prior to the event.
- Drivers need REAL ID-compliant identification for base access.
- Compliance with all base traffic regulations, including speed limits (30 MPH unless posted), seatbelt use, and restrictions on cell phone use (hands-free only).
- Possession of weapons, firearms, or ammunition is prohibited on base.
- Compliance with DoD 5400.7-R (FOUO material) and safeguarding government property.
- Contractor is responsible for reimbursing the government for emergency medical services provided on Shaw AFB.
- Wage Determination Rev 28 (dated Dec 3, 2025) applies, outlining minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for South Carolina, Sumter County.
Contact Information
- Primary: Mar Rodriguez (maria_del_mar.rodriguez_martinez@us.af.mil)
- Secondary: Mackenzie Fullenlove (mackenzie.fullenlove@us.af.mil, 803-895-9396)