Six Ship L-39 Aerobatic Demonstration
SOL #: FA462026QA248Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview
Buyer
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Air Force
FA4620 92 CONS LGC
FAIRCHILD AFB, WA, 99011-5320, United States
Place of Performance
Fairchild AFB, WA
NAICS
Other Spectator Sports (711219)
PSC
Recreational Services (G003)
Set Aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Original Source
Timeline
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Posted
Apr 22, 2026
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Submission Deadline
Apr 28, 2026, 5:00 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 Department of the Air Force is soliciting quotes for a Six-Ship L-39 Aerobatic Demonstration at the 2026 Fairchild AFB Open House and Air Show in Fairchild AFB, WA. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity requires daily aerial demonstrations and a static display. Quotes are due by April 24, 2026, at 10:00 AM PT.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide a six-ship L-39 aerobatic demonstration for 10-15 minutes daily on June 6 and June 7, 2026, between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM PST. A static display of the L-39 aircraft is required when not performing. Key responsibilities include:
- Arriving by June 5, 2026, for safety briefings.
- Coordinating performance requirements with the Air Boss and event announcer.
- Ensuring performer information is current.
- Providing a routine description to the Air Boss for safety review.
- Interacting with the crowd for autographs and photos until 5:00 PM PST.
- Submitting a list of performing personnel for security checks within two weeks of contract award.
- Arranging all round-trip commercial travel to and from Spokane, WA.
- Providing lodging and transportation (CLIN 0002).
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Priced
- Period of Performance: June 6 – June 7, 2026 (for both demonstration and lodging/transportation)
- Place of Performance: Fairchild AFB, WA
- Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside (NAICS 711219, $16.5M size standard)
- Product Service Code: G003 (Recreational Services)
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotes Due: April 24, 2026, at 10:00 AM PT.
- Submission Method: Email electronic versions to Nathaniel Bond (nathaniel.bond@us.af.mil) and Ben Hampton (benjamin.hampton.1@us.af.mil). Emails must be under 10 MB; .zip files are not accepted.
- Questions Due: April 24, 2026, at 10:00 AM PT.
- Evaluation Factors: Price and Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS). The government reserves the right to award to other than the lowest-priced quote and intends to award without discussions. Offers must be held firm for 60 calendar days.
- Eligibility: Offerors must be registered and active in SAM.gov.
Special Requirements & Notes
- Wage Determination: Bidders must adhere to the Service Contract Act Wage Determination for Spokane and Stevens Counties, WA, which specifies minimum wage rates and fringe benefits (e.g., Health & Welfare $5.55/hour).
- Air Force Terms & Conditions: Contractors must comply with specific Air Force requirements for installation access, including obtaining Defense Biometrics Identification Cards (DBIDS), security checks for personnel, and adherence to environmental regulations (e.g., no Class I Ozone Depleting Substances).
- Government Furnished Support: Includes potential lodging at Fairchild Inn, vehicle passes, flight line access, and access to telephone/computer equipment for aircrews.
People
Points of Contact
Nathan BondPRIMARY
Ben HamptonSECONDARY
Files
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Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Posted: Apr 22, 2026