TS-11 Iskra Air Show Performer
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, specifically the 60th Contracting Squadron at Travis AFB, CA, has issued a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition for TS-11 Iskra Air Show Performer services. This document provides the rationale for a sole-source award to WM David Schultz with Renegade AV8R for aerial demonstration services at the 2026 Wings Over Solano Airshow.
Scope of Requirement
This justification covers the provision of Aerial Demonstration Services featuring a TS-11 Iskra Pilot for the 2026 Wings Over Solano Airshow, scheduled for April 24-26, 2026, at Travis Air Force Base, CA. The services fall under the Recreational Services (G003) product/service code.
Sole Source Rationale
The government's decision to award on a sole-source basis is justified under 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), citing that WM David Schultz with Renegade AV8R is the only responsible source capable of meeting the requirement. Market research, including a Sources Sought notice on SAM.gov, confirmed that Renegade AV8R is the sole operator of the TS-11 Iskra aircraft type in North America and possesses the unique capability to provide the specific demonstration services within the required timeframe and location.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Justification (Sole Source)
- Published Date: April 15, 2026
- Contracting Office: FA4427 60 CONS LGC, DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE
- Place of Performance: LINDA, CA
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
Future Actions
The agency has indicated plans to provide more lead time for similar future requirements to foster broader competition, suggesting that while this specific instance is sole-source, future opportunities for similar services may be competitive.