Air Show Static Aircraft: a-37 Dragonfly
Overview
Buyer
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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 the provision of an A-37 Dragonfly aircraft for static display at the 2026 Offutt Air Force Base "Defenders of Freedom" Air and Space Show in St Columbans, NE. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due by June 16, 2026, at 11:00 AM CDT.
Opportunity Details
This solicitation, identified as FA460026Q0053, requires a single A-37 Dragonfly aircraft for static display. The aircraft must be provided in accordance with the detailed Statement of Work (SOW). The air show is scheduled for August 8th and 9th, 2026, with the overall period of performance for the aircraft's presence at Offutt AFB from August 6th to August 10th, 2026.
Scope of Work
The selected contractor will be responsible for providing an A-37B Dragonfly aircraft for static display. Key responsibilities include:
- Ensuring the aircraft meets all FAA guidelines and certification requirements.
- Complying with Approved Warbird guidance (AFI 10-1004) for paint schemes.
- Providing all necessary personnel, equipment, tools, materials, and services for the display.
- Arriving no later than 12:00 PM CST on August 7, 2026, for check-in and set-up.
- Departing no later than 12:00 PM CST on August 10, 2026.
- Providing a digital press/media kit and video for promotional purposes, and being available for media interviews.
- Furnishing Civil Aircraft Certificate of Insurance (DD Form 2400), Civil Aircraft Landing Permit (DD Form 2401), and Civil Aircraft Hold Harmless Agreement (DD Form 2402) prior to landing.
- Coordinating all media forms through Offutt Public Affairs.
The Government will provide:
- Up to 400 gallons of JetA aviation fuel and 4 quarts of 120W aviation oil.
- Limited hangar space (efforts made to shelter in adverse weather, but not guaranteed).
- Aircraft security on the parking ramp (day and night) and crowd control.
- One automobile with a full tank of gas for transportation.
- One meal per performer on August 8th and 9th, 2026.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Product Service Code: G003 (Recreational Services)
- NAICS Code: 712110 (Size Standard: $34,000,000)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Place of Performance: Offutt Air Force Base, St Columbans, NE
- Period of Performance: August 6 - August 10, 2026
- Quotes Due: June 16, 2026, 11:00 AM CDT
- Published Date: June 9, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Offers must be submitted electronically to the listed contracting activity points of contact. The Notice ID should be used in the subject line. Evaluation will be based on Total Evaluated Price (TEP) and technical acceptability. Offerors must submit a plan (maximum 3 pages) detailing how they will meet the SOW requirements. The Government intends to award without discussions.
Key Attachments
- Statement of Work (SOW): Outlines detailed requirements and responsibilities.
- SCA Wage Determination: Provides minimum hourly wage rates and fringe benefits for the specified geographic area, crucial for cost proposals.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Tyler Imhoff
- Email: tyler.imhoff.1@us.af.mil
- Phone: 4022946005