Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source Contract - Rental of USS Yorktown
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, 628th Contracting Squadron (628 CONS), located at Joint Base Charleston, SC, has issued a Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source Contract for the rental of the USS Yorktown flight deck. This rental is in support of the 2026 Charleston Air Show. The intended awardee is Patriots Point Development Authority of Mount Pleasant, SC. Responses from other responsible sources are due by April 28, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the rental of the flight deck on the USS Yorktown. This unique facility will serve as a venue for the 2026 Charleston Air Show.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation / Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source Contract
- Product/Service Code: X1JA (Lease/Rental Of Museums And Exhibition Buildings)
- Set-Aside: Not applicable (Sole Source)
- Intended Awardee: Patriots Point Development Authority, CAGE 5GC82
- Response Due: April 28, 2026, 12:00 PM ET
- Published: April 13, 2026
Evaluation
The 628 CONS intends to award a sole source contract based on FAR 6.302-1, citing "Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements." Market research determined Patriots Point Development Authority to be the suitable source due to the USS Yorktown's unique location and nature as a World War II aircraft carrier along Charleston Harbor, with no comparable locations available. While this is not a request for competitive proposals, responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation for consideration. The decision to not compete this requirement based on responses remains at the Government's discretion.
Additional Notes
This notice is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a request for competitive quotes. Information received will primarily be used to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible.
Contact: Matthew Michel, Contracting Officer, at matthew.michel@us.af.mil.