Dyess Air Boss SOW 2025 v2.docx

AIR BOSS – STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)

1. SCOPE: Due to the specialized nature of the duties performed by the Air Boss, a highly trained and proficient individual must be used. The individual will perform a pre-show briefing to all participants covering air operations and performer flight safety. The Air Boss will direct aircraft on the ground within open house (airshow) boundaries and waivered airspace (ATC may assist, pursuant to local arrangements). The Air Boss will also verify airspace waivered for non- air traffic control agency to take control. The Air Boss will also be briefed and signed off on base disaster response plans prior to the show.

2. DESCRIPTION OF AIR BOSS SERVICES/REQUIREMENTS

2.1. Using acts provided, produce an Air Demonstration schedule using time allotted for the show.

2.2. Provide direct control of the Air Demonstration performers within the confines of the set schedule.

2.3. Provide consultation services (via phone or electronic means) upon receipt of contract award through 22 April 2025.

2.4. Liaison with the FAA Representatives (FSDO) and Emergency Services personnel prior to, during and following the show. Must be an FAA Recognized Air Boss - Multi- Venue (RAB-MV) at the time of the airshow activities. Must provide accreditation certificate in response to the RFQ.

2.5. Conduct the mandatory Air Demonstration briefing for all performers prior to each show/practice at a location provided by the Air Demonstration sponsor (US Government).

2.6. Conduct pre-show/practice briefing for incident/accidents with air show/base staff.

2.7. Conduct any pre-show/practice coordination with CFR, TRACON/tower, FAA IIC, and narrators.

2.8. Location. Service shall be performed at Dyess AFB, TX 79607

2.9. Open House. The Dyess Open House 2025 will be a two-day event on 19 April 2025 and 20 April 2025, there will be a practice day 18 April 2025. Contractor shall arrive in advance, preferably on 16 April

2025, to help with local promotions, media support, and the arrival program, read and signed off on base disaster response plans prior to the show.

2.10. Must have experience with large Air Shows (50,000+) attendees.

2.11. Must have experience as an Air Boss at an Air Show with the Thunderbirds.

2.12. Must be able to act as liaison with FAA representative and emergency personnel during Open House.

2.13. Must have experience conducting Complex Air Shows as defined in the Flight Standards Information Management System 8900.1 publication, Volume 5, Chapter 9, Section 6. As well as experience in controlling aerial demonstrations utilizing ground based and/or airborne pyrotechnics.

2.14. Must have experience conducting Remote Air Show operations as defined in the Flight Standards Information Management System 8900.1 publication, Volume 5, Chapter 9, Section 6.

2.15. Must work show airspace container, TFRs, NOTAMs and all other associated requests/waivers with the appropriate agencies. All applicable forms will be the responsibility of the Air Boss to ensure a safe and legal open house/demonstration.

2.16. Provide evidence of personal liability insurance of $1,000,000 held by the Air Boss.

2.17. Consult for two required Emergency Exercises prior to the event.

· Air Show MARE TTX (consult virtually/by electronic means)

· Full Scale Air Show MARE (consult in person)

2.18. Perform filing of 7711-2, associated attachments, and TFR paperwork as it relates to airshow activities.

2.19. Provide redundant VHF Equipment for use by the Airboss (minimum of 2 VHF Base Stations) and provide 1 UHF as VHF can serve as redundancy for UHF.

3. AIR BOSS PRIMARY DUTIES

3.1 Contractor shall perform Air Boss duties during the arrival and practice on Friday, 18 April 2025. Additionally, Contractor agrees to perform Air Boss duties on 19 April 2025 and 20 April 2025.

3.2. Contractor shall conduct an Air Demonstration safety briefing each day, 18-20 April 2025.

3.3. Contractor shall provide the safe and efficient control of scheduled Air Demonstration event activities and shall work closely with Air Traffic Control (ATC) arrivals, departures, and ground movements.

3.4. The contractor shall manage ground movements of taxing aircraft and vehicular traffic during Open House and shall work closely with the local Flight Standards District Office (FSDO) to ensure all regulatory requirements pertaining to air operations are met.

3.5. The contractor shall establish communication system with waiver holder, Airport Manager, FSDO, and ATC.

3.6. The Contractor shall work directly with his ATC liaison on stage to ensure flight safety and appropriate coordination with the Dyess AFB Tower facility when required.

3.7. During the time the Contractor is in control of the Dyess AFB airspace, he/she shall discuss and coordinate emergency procedures and Air Boss actions with the ATC facility that has airspace jurisdiction as required and shall coordinate with crash/fire/rescue on emergency procedures.

4. MATERIALS

4.1. The following shall be provided by the Air Boss:

a. One (1) Air Boss and associated personnel to provide Air Traffic Control for the Dyess AFB Open House 2025.

4.2 The following shall be provided by the government:

a. Lodging. Number of rooms per request based on quote for duration of attendance quoted.

b. Map. A map of the Open House layout upon request.

c. Location. The contractor will be provided a specified location to conduct business.

d. Courtesy Vehicle. A car/golf cart will be provided by the Government as requested for the duration of the Open House.

5. LOCATION: This performance is to be accomplished at Dyess AFB, TX 79607.

6. EMPLOYEES: The contractor shall ensure all employees working on Dyess AFB possess proper identification and/or citizenship documentation. Under the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), employers may hire only persons who may legally work in the United States (i.e. citizens and nationals of the U.S.) and aliens authorized to work it the U.S. The employer must verify the identity and employment eligibility of anyone to be hired (Ref: U.S. Department of Labor: http://www.dol.gov/compliance/guide/aw.htm#whowhich).

7. CONFIDENTIALITY: All terms and conditions set forth in this contract shall remain confidential between “Supplier” (contractor) and the “Sponsor” and its agents. The “Supplier” agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the United States Air Force, its invitees, heirs, and assigns from all liability and against any demands, actions or causes of action arising out of or relating to “Supplier’s” participation in the Dyess AFB Open House 2025 including costs, expenses, and attorney’s fees associated with said actions or causes of action. “Supplier” has in effect a policy of insurance, including liability insurance, covering such events.

8. CONTRACT CANCELLATION: The Contracting Officer (in concert with the Dyess AFB Open House Director) is the Sole Authority to cancel the agreement. Cancellation of the agreement by the Contracting Officer due to weather, natural disaster, Force Protection issues, Health Protection issues, or military contingency will not constitute breach of contract or subject the Sponsor to any liability for damages, if cancelled before scheduled arrival date of Supplier.