5 CONS SOW B52-H Static Display 10 Dec 25.docx
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This is a Statement of Work (SOW) for a 1:8 scale B-52 Stratofortress Bomber static display model for the 5th Bomb Wing at Minot Air Force Base in North Dakota. The static display model is intended to honor the aircraft and its maintenance personnel, requiring a detailed exterior model capable of withstanding extreme North Dakota weather conditions, including temperatures ranging from -40°F to +100°F and high wind speeds.
The SOW specifies detailed requirements for the model, including specific organizational and unit markings, such as 23rd Bomb Squadron insignia, 5th Bomb Wing insignia, nose numbers, command insignia, and distinctive unit markings. The model must be constructed of fiberglass or similar durable material, painted in traditional Air Force B-52 gray, and mounted on a specific plate with precise dimensions. The vendor must provide assembly instructions, and while the vendor is responsible for delivery, Air Force personnel will handle final assembly and installation. The document is associated with a Sources Sought/Request for Information (RFI) opportunity under the Department of the Air Force Global Strike Command, with an amended submission due date of 4:00 PM on 21 January 2026.
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STATEMENT OF WORK
B-52 Static Display 5th Bomber Wing, B-52 Static Display Minot AFB ND 58701 10 December 2025
| 1 | Overview and Objective | 2 |
| 2 | Background | 2 |
| 3 | Scope of Work | 2 |
| 4 | Requirement | 2 |
| 5 | Ordering Table | 2 |
| 6 | Characteristics or Model | 3 |
| 7 | Warranty | 3 |
| 8 | Special Requirements | 3 |
| 9 | Delivery or Place of Performance | 3 |
| 10 Point of Contact | 3 |
Overview and Objective Minot AFB is home to two major Air Force units: the 5th Bomb Wing and the 91st Missile Wing. Minot AFB is located approximately 13 miles north of Minot, North Dakota and approximately 120 miles north of the North Dakota state capital, Bismark. Minot is known for pleasant, warm to moderately hot summers and bitterly cold winters. At times, the area can have extreme winds, with wind speeds exceeding forty miles per hour occurring regularly. Minot AFB is in the central time zone. For more information visit https://www.minot.af.mil/, https://minotnd.gov/, and https://visitminot.org/. Web links provided within this work statement are for informational purposes, and the Contractor must not consider them contractual guidance.
The 5th BW at Minot AFB is requesting to purchase a 1:8 scale model of the B-52 Stratofortress Bomber for outdoor use to display and honor the men and women that maintain the B-52. For display purposes only.
Background The need for a 1:8 scale B-52 Stratofortress Bomber static display is to demonstrate and attribute the greater Minot region's support and sincere appreciation of the United States Air Force. To show the pride and heritage of the aircraft and the men and women that maintain it.
Scope of Work The Vendor must create the desired product and deliver the product. An install team is not required by the Vendor as the 5th BW will provide qualified personnel for the assembly. The Vendor must provide a step-by-step instruction on the proper assembly of the model. Maintenance personnel will assemble and install the static display via crane, so the Vendor does not need to rent a crane. The Vendor must follow the special requirements listed in section 8. The Vendor must dispose of packing materials according to local, state, and federal laws at an off-base location. The Vendor must contact the listed Point of Contact at least 14 duty days prior to delivery to receive direction to the delivery location. The Vendor must supply the exact model as listed below.
Requirement The Vendor must create a 1:8 scale B-52 Stratofortress Bomber model with the below markings and mount requirements.
Ordering Table
| Description of Item |
| Quantity |
Markings consisting of:
1ea Organizational insignia (23rd Bomb Squadron) – on the left side
1ea Organization insignia (5 BW insignia – Kiai O Ka Lewa) – on the right side
2ea Nose Numbers (0005) - one on each side of the fuselage
1ea Bomb markings block – on the left side
1ea North Dakota block – on the left side
1ea Nose Art (War Birds) – on the left side
2ea 5th Bomb Wing markings on external tanks - one on the left side of the left fuel tank and one on the right side of the right fuel tank
2ea Command Insignia (Global Strike Command Patch) – on each side of the tail
2ea Distinctive Unit Aircraft Identification Markings (“MT”) – on each side of the tail
2ea Distinctive Unit Aircraft Identification Markings on Bomb Wing Commander’s Aircraft (“5 BW”) – each side of the tail
2ea Tail Stripe – on each side of the tail
Mount consisting of:
Diameter of hole: 4.094 inches Length of plate: 16 inches Width of plate at hole: 5.204 inches (4.094 + .475 + .625) Width of plate near the front and back side: 5 ¼ inches Cylinder length: 15 inches
Characteristics or Model:
1:8 scale B-52 model with traditional Air Force B-52 gray paint that can withstand Minot weather. To include the structural material being fiberglass or similar strength to withstand Minot weather. All markings and mount requirements are listed above.
Warranty The Contractor must supply the standard commercial warranty. [discuss with Contracting Officer to determine applicability under FAR 12.404] Comment by VANCE, ERIC W CIV USAF AFGSC 5 CONS/PKP: FAR 12.404
(b) Express warranties. 41 U.S.C.3307(e)(5)(B) requires contracting officers to take advantage of commercial warranties. To the maximum extent practicable, solicitations for commercial products shall require offerors to offer the Government at least the same warranty terms, including offers of extended warranties, offered to the general public in customary commercial practice. Solicitations may specify minimum warranty terms, such as minimum duration, appropriate for the Government’s intended use of the item.
Special Requirements Vendor must have a sponsor (listed POC) with them to acquire a Base Pass at the Minot AFB Visitor Center (196 Missile Ave, Minot AFB, ND 58705). Vendor must bring their driver’s license and a second form of official documentation (social security, passport, etc). Sponsor will escort vendor to and from the delivery location while they are on base. Vendor will dispose of packaging of base and following local, state, and federal laws.
Delivery or Place of Performance 5th BW Building: 167 Summit Drive, Minot, ND.
Point of Contact Primary: 2d Lt Avalon Gonzales-Coya, 701-723-2360, Alternates: MSgt Michael Chatman, 701-723-3916 and TSgt Larry Thames, 701-723-2360
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