JBSA 2026 Airshow
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, 502d Contracting Squadron, intends to issue a direct award to Ace Maker Airshows for T33 Warbird performances at the 2026 Great Texas Airshow hosted by Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA) Randolph. This is a sole source award justified under FAR 6.103-1, citing Ace Maker Airshows as the only responsible source with the unique capability to meet agency requirements. While this is a notice of intent for a sole source, it is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Interested parties may identify their capabilities by February 19, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for T33 Warbird performances at the 2026 Great Texas Airshow. The 502d Contracting Squadron, through the Flying Training Squadron, has direct knowledge of the airshow requirements needed for this event.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Notice of Intent to Sole Source)
- Intended Awardee: Ace Maker Airshows
- Justification: Sole Source (FAR 6.103-1) - Only one responsible source.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: February 19, 2026, 4:30 PM CST
- Published: February 17, 2026
- Agency: DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE, 502 CONS CL
- Place of Performance: DWG, TX (Joint Base San Antonio Randolph)
Response Instructions
This notice is not a request for competitive quotes or a solicitation for offers. However, interested persons who believe they can meet the requirement may identify their interest. Submissions should include:
- Vendor name
- CAGE code
- Personnel details
- Services available for the 2026 Great Texas Airshow
Point of Contact
Rheame N. Griffin at rheame.griffin.2@us.af.mil or 210-652-8521.