Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source-De Havilland-115 Vampire Aerial Act
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 502d Contracting Squadron intends to award a sole-source purchase order to Vampire Aviation, INC. for an authentic DH-115 Vampire aerial act or static display at the 2026 Great Texas Airshow hosted by Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA)-Randolph. This notice is for informational purposes only and is not a request for competitive quotes.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for Vampire Aviation, INC. to provide all personnel, supervision, and other items necessary for an authentic DH-115 Vampire for acrobatic demonstrations or static display during the 2026 Great Texas Airshow at JBSA-Randolph. The agency justifies the sole-source award based on Vampire Aviation, INC.'s unique capability and direct knowledge of the services needed to ensure a safe and entertaining air show.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole-Source Purchase Order (Notice of Intent)
- Authority: FAR 6.103-1, 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1)
- Intended Awardee: Vampire Aviation, INC. (CAGE Code 7STB7)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Response Due: March 16, 2026, 4:00 PM UTC
- Published: March 9, 2026
Additional Notes
This notice is not a solicitation for offers. Interested persons may identify their interest and capabilities for fulfilling this requirement. Information received will be considered by the Government for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive requirement. Inquiries should be directed to Contracting Specialist Brianna McBride (brianna.mcbride@us.af.mil) or Contracting Officer Mercedes Perez (mercedes.perez.1@us.af.mil).