Attachment 2 - 2026 Air Boss Services PWS.docx

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS) FOR

AIRSHOW AIR BOSS AND ASSOCIATED SERVICES TRAVIS AFB CA

4 December 2025

1. SCOPE OF WORK:

The service provider shall provide Air Boss and associated services for the production and execution of the 2026 Wings over Solano Airshow and adhere to the standards in this Performance Work Statement (PWS). The service provider shall provide assistance regarding airshow development, fulfill airshow execution, and perform services as the Travis Air Force Base “2026 Wings over Solano” Air Boss.

2. LOCATION:

The service provider shall perform the services at Travis AFB, CA 94535. Airshow planning will require virtual/in-person meetings on an as-need basis as requested by the airshow directors.

3. HOURS OF OPERATION:

The service provider shall perform all services in accordance with the schedule provided in section 9.

4. SERVICE PROVIDER’S REQUIREMENTS:

The service provider shall meet all the following requirements.

4.1. Service provider shall have a satisfactory evaluation and issued a current Recognized/Multi-Venue Air Boss Letter of Authorization (LoA) from the International Council of Airshows (ICAS).

4.2. Must be able to function as a liaison with FAA representative and emergency personnel during the airshow.

4.3. Must have conducted operations with the Military Jet Teams (Thunderbirds, Blue Angels, Snowbirds, etc.).

4.4. Must hold liability insurance policy for no less than one-million dollars ($1,000,000) for the individual or company. Service provider should provide adequate insurance to cover replacement costs of any equipment used in support of the Airshow. The government will not be held liable for damage, loss, or theft of any equipment transported onto the installation. In accordance with International Council of Air Shows (ICAS), this is required as a baseline for those providing Air Boss services.

4.5. Must have conducted a minimum of one Airshow in the past 3 years or 36 months.

5. SERVICE PROVIDER’S TASKS AND OBJECTIVES

5.1. Produce an airshow schedule using the time, and acts allotted for show, while working with airshow planners/experts. Must develop layout and provide official map render of proposed airshow plan to program directors.

5.2. Shall conduct all pre-show rules of engagement briefings for incidents and/or accidents with the Airshow Staff and associated agencies.

5.3. Provide direct control of the Airshow performers within the confines of the set schedule as determined by the air show director.

5.4. Liaison with the FAA Representatives, Flight Standards District Office (FSDO), and Emergency Services personnel prior to, during and following the show. Service provider will provide immediate updates upon liaising with agencies.

5.5. Conduct an airshow safety briefing each day (practice and each airshow day) for all performers and air operations prior to each show at a location provided by the Airshow sponsor. This briefing will occur before the airshow practice, as well as before each day during airshow execution.

5.6. Shall provide assistance and guidance on the creation and submission of the following documents: Deliverables/Date for the following.

5.6.1. Airshow waiver request.

5.6.2. Parachute Authorization request.

5.6.3. Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) request.

5.6.4. Creation and dissemination of NOTAMs.

5.6.5. As needed, with Airshow staff regarding ground layout inside and outside of the crowd line along with required markings.

5.6.6. The generation of all 8900.1 required documents.

5.6.7. At the request of the Airshow Staff, on mixture of civilian and military demonstrations.

5.6.8. Any other relevant documentation required in support of airshow operations and planning. The development of additional documentation is identified and prescribed by the air show director.

5.7. Provide safe and efficient control of scheduled airshow events and activities. The Air Boss shall work closely with Air Traffic Control (ATC), Ais Show Director, and Security Forces regarding all arrivals, departures, and ground movements.

5.8. During the time the service provider is in control of the TAFB airspace, service provider shall discuss and coordinate emergency procedures and Air Boss actions with the ATC facility that has airspace jurisdiction as required. The service provider shall coordinate with crash/fire/rescue on emergency procedures. The service provider will work closely with the relevant emergency management staff.

5.9. Work with the assigned Ramp Boss to manage ground movements of taxiing aircraft and vehicular traffic during Airshow and shall work closely with the local Flight Standards District Office (FSDO) to ensure all regulatory requirements pertaining to air operations are met.

5.10. Establish communication system with waiver holder, Airfield Manager, FSDO, and ATC.

5.11. Work directly with his ATC liaison on stage to ensure flight safety and appropriate coordination with the Travis AFB Tower facility when required.

5.12. Service provider shall tear-down and remove all equipment/vehicles before 23:59 PST on the last show day (Sunday).

5.13. Service provider will attend monthly meetings upon the discretion of the air show director. Meetings will be conducted virtually and will discuss progress and completed deliverables.

6. GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED PROPERTY AND SERVICES:

6.1. The following will be provided to the service provider.

6.1.1. A location along the crowd line near show center to conduct their duties.

6.1.2. A courtesy vehicle car and/or golf cart will be provided by the government as needed for the duration of the Airshow.

6.1.3. Ground radios.

6.1.4. Tables and chairs.

6.1.5. Ice, water, and lunch on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

6.1.6. Port-a-potties within the restricted Air Boss/Sound area.

6.2. The government will provide lodging to the service provider during the duration of the airshow (as outlined by section 7).

7. SECURITY REQUIREMENTS:

7.1. All personnel employed by the Service provider in the performance of this contract, or any representative of the Service provider entering the government Installation shall abide by all security instructions and directives of Travis AFB.

7.2. Security. Travis AFB will provide 24-hour security to all equipment.

7.3. Service provider must provide Real-ID and license plate information for any vehicles they wish to bring upon the installation to the airshow director 30 days prior to the execution of the airshow.

8. ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION

8.1. In the event of unforeseen changes, the service provider shall communicate with airshow staff immediately.

8.2. Upon conclusion of airshow planning, service provider shall provide a cumulative airshow plan in writing to be provided to the airshow directors for review and approval.

9. SCHEDULE

9.1. The service provider shall adhere to the following schedule:

Sunday 26 April 2026 0800-1700 0800-1700