Justification for purchase of F-4U, P-38, and SBD Dauntless Static Displays services, Travis AFB CA
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 (FA4427 60 CONS LGC) has issued a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition for the purchase of F-4U, P-38, and SBD Dauntless Static Displays services at Travis Air Force Base, CA. This justification supports a sole-source award to Planes of Fame Air Museum for the 2026 Travis AFB Wings Over Solano Airshow.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for static demonstration services of one F-4U, one P-38, and one SBD Dauntless aircraft. This includes providing all necessary personnel, tools, materials, and supervision for comprehensive services covering the planning, practice, and execution phases of the 2026 Travis AFB Air Show. Personnel are required to be on-site from April 23, 2026, to April 27, 2026.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Justification for Sole-Source Award (anticipated Firm Fixed-Price contract)
- Period of Performance: April 24-26, 2026 (with personnel on-site April 23-27, 2026)
- Published: April 15, 2026
- Set-Aside: None (sole-source to a large business)
Rationale for Sole Source
This justification is based on the authority of 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), citing only one responsible source. Market research, including a 15-day pre-solicitation notice, did not identify any other vendors capable of providing all three specific aircraft (F-4U, P-38, and SBD Dauntless) within the stringent timeline for transportation and display. Planes of Fame Air Museum, identified as a large business, possesses the unique capability to meet this requirement.
Additional Notes
This document is not a solicitation for proposals. The government will continue to conduct market research to identify potential sources for future requirements.