MFT 26-22 Sound System "WOS" Air Show
SOL #: FA442726Q1015Solicitation
Overview
Buyer
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Air Force
FA4427 60 CONS LGC
TRAVIS AFB, CA, 94535-2632, United States
Place of Performance
CAMPO SECO X, CA
NAICS
Other Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing (532490)
PSC
Lease Or Rental Of Equipment: Miscellaneous (W099)
Set Aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Original Source
Timeline
1
Posted
Jan 22, 2026
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Submission Deadline
Jan 29, 2026, 9:00 PM
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 60th Contracting Squadron at Travis Air Force Base is soliciting proposals for a Firm Fixed Price contract to provide Sound System Services for the 2026 Wings Over Solano Air Show at Travis AFB, CA. This is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside. Responses are due January 29, 2026, by 1:00 PM PST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all personnel, labor, materials, equipment, management, supervision, coordination, lodging, and transportation to deliver a high-quality sound and public address system. Key requirements include:
- A speaker system with a minimum of 1000 watts of D-Class audio power, placed approximately every 100 feet and 10 feet high, broadcasting sound a minimum of 500 feet into the crowd.
- Hook-up for cockpit and air traffic audio, including VHF air-to-ground radio communication.
- An audio console with dual CD and MP3 playback capabilities, and at least two audio output connections for recording.
- A minimum of three wired and three wireless microphones with stands.
- Standalone power generation equipment with backup capabilities and sufficient fuel.
- An Air Boss/Announcer platform (minimum 8 ft wide, 13 ft long, 8 ft high) with guard rails and steps.
- Experience with Airshow demo teams (e.g., Thunderbirds, Blue Angels) and well-trained technicians are essential.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 532490 (Other Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing)
- Small Business Size Standard: $40 Million
- Place of Performance: Travis Air Force Base, CA 94535
- Period of Performance: Services include planning, arrival by 0900 the day before practice (24 April 2026), practice on Friday (24 April 2026), execution on Saturday and Sunday (25-26 April 2026), and tear-down by 23:59 PST on the last show day.
Submission & Evaluation
- Response Due Date: January 29, 2026, 1:00 PM PST
- Submission Method: Email responses to samuel.de_la_cruz.1@us.af.mil and socrates.rosimo.1@us.af.mil.
- Evaluation Factors: Past Performance (primary method) and Technical Capability. Offers will be evaluated using a comparative process to determine the best value to the Government.
- Notes: Offerors must be registered in SAM. Prices must be held firm for 60 calendar days.
Important Considerations
- Base Access: All contractor personnel requiring access to Travis AFB must undergo identity proofing and vetting. Bidders must understand security requirements, identification needed, and disqualifying criteria outlined in "Attachment 1 - Travis Air Force Base Security Requirements.pdf".
- Wage Determination: Bidders must adhere to the prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for Solano County, California, as detailed in "Attachment 3 - Solano County Wage Determination.pdf", which impacts proposal pricing and compliance with the Service Contract Act.
People
Points of Contact
Lt Samuel De La CruzPRIMARY
(S)Sgt Socrates RosimoSECONDARY
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Solicitation
Posted: Jan 22, 2026