Air Show 2026 Buses
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 is soliciting proposals for Airshow Bus Services at Shaw Air Force Base, SC, for the 2026 airshow. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity requires shuttle services to transport up to 6,000 guests over two days. Quotes are due by March 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all necessary personnel, vehicles, and supervision to operate shuttle services on Shaw AFB. This includes:
- Transporting up to 6,000 guests over two days (March 28-29, 2026).
- Operating two distinct bus routes, with round trip distances of 2 miles and a 10-mile option for approximately 5% of trips.
- Supplying a minimum of four (4) ADA-compliant buses (minimum 20-person capacity) and six (6) buses with a 56-person capacity. Non-ADA buses must hold a minimum of 40 people.
- Ensuring all buses are fully operational, with inoperable buses replaced within 2 hours.
- Providing qualified drivers with valid Commercial Driver's Licenses (CDL) and REAL ID-compliant identification. Security vetting for drivers is required, with driver information acceptable 1-2 days in advance.
- Operating buses on both paved and gravel surfaces, capable of communicating with base ground transportation dispatchers.
- Adhering to base traffic regulations, including speed limits and restrictions on cell phone use (hands-free only) and weapons.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product Service Code: V222 (Passenger Motor Charter Service)
- Period of Performance: March 28, 2026, to March 29, 2026, from 0830 – 1800 daily.
- Place of Performance: Shaw Air Force Base, SC 29154.
- Evaluation: Award will be based on Lowest Price and Technical Acceptability. Technical acceptability will be assessed via a narrative demonstrating the ability to meet Statement of Work (SOW) requirements. The Government reserves the right to award all, some, or none of the buses.
- Award Goal: The government aims to award the contract by March 20, 2026.
Key Dates & Contacts
- Quotes Due: Monday, March 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
- Primary Contact: Mar Rodriguez (maria_del_mar.rodriguez_martinez@us.af.mil)
- Secondary Contact: Mackenzie Fullenlove (mackenzie.fullenlove@us.af.mil, 8038959396)
Amendments & Clarifications
This solicitation has been amended to replace the original SOW with a revised version dated March 9, 2026, and to include updated Questions and Answers (V2). The response due date was extended to March 16, 2026. The revised SOW clarifies bus capacities, operational details, and confirms the service dates as March 28-29, 2026.