Air Show Aerial/Static: C-47
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, 55th Contracting Squadron (55 CONS PKP), is conducting a Sources Sought to identify potential providers for a C-47 Skytrain aircraft for aerial and static display at the 2026 Offutt AFB "Defenders of Freedom" Air and Space Show in St Columbans, Nebraska. The show dates are August 8-9, 2026. Responses are due by March 2, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity seeks a C-47 aircraft to serve as a jump platform for the United States Air Force Academy's Wings of Blue parachute team for each show day. Following the jump, the C-47 will transition to a designated static display area for the remainder of the day. The agreement covers general support for demonstrations and display at the airshow.
Period & Place of Performance
- Period of Performance: Friday afternoon, August 7, 2026, through Sunday afternoon, August 9, 2026.
- Arrival: Required by 12:00 PM CST on August 7, 2026.
- Departure: No later than 12:00 PM CST on August 10, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Offutt Air Force Base, St Columbans, Nebraska.
Performer Responsibilities
- Provide all necessary personnel, equipment, tools, materials, and supervision.
- Perform within Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) and applicable waivers.
- Perform a minimum of one 10-15 minute flight per day, including one or two performances the day prior to the show.
- Provide a digital press/media kit (CD-ROM) and HD video (DVD or Beta).
- Be available for media interviews before and during the show.
- Arrive at least one day in advance (August 7, 2026) for local promotions.
- Provide Civil Aircraft Certificate of Insurance (DD Form 2400), Civil Aircraft Landing Permit (DD Form 2401), and Civil Aircraft Hold Harmless Agreement (DD Form 2402) before landing.
- Coordinate all media forms through Offutt Public Affairs.
Government Responsibilities
- Provide aviation fuel (100LL), not to exceed 600 gallons, and 4 gallons of 120W Oil.
- Provide hangar space at Offutt AFB (space is limited).
- Provide aircraft security on the parking ramp and crowd control.
- Provide up to four (4) non-smoking hotel rooms for the performer.
- Provide two (2) automobiles with a full tank of gas for transportation.
- Provide one (1) meal per performer on the actual event days (August 8-9, 2026).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: March 2, 2026, 22:00 UTC
- Published: February 23, 2026, 19:31 UTC
Additional Notes
Contractor is due 100% of the performance fee if on site and ready to perform, regardless of whether any portion of the airshow is flown (unless physically unable to perform). The Organizer/Government is not responsible for damages caused by natural occurrences or weather.