MHAFB Pyro PWS 6 January 2026.pdf
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This Performance Work Statement (PWS) details pyrotechnics requirements for the 2026 Gunfighter Skies Airshow at Mountain Home Air Force Base (MHAFB) in Idaho. The contractor will provide a pyrotechnics demonstration simulating a downed aircraft scenario on May 16-17, 2026, with an optional third demonstration on May 15, 2026. Each demonstration must include four simulated strafing runs with 50 pyrotechnics per run to simulate 20mm caliber bullets, four passes with two simulated bomb drops per pass, and one wall of fire effect measuring at least 500 feet long and 50 feet high.
Key requirements include having all team members possess Federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (BATF&E) licenses, and following strict safety protocols. MHAFB will provide supporting resources such as vehicles, lodging, meals, water, sanitation facilities, explosives storage, fire suppression equipment, and a pre-prepared 1200 by 600 foot "pyro box" area. The contractor must comply with extensive security, environmental, and antiterrorism guidelines, including background checks, safety training, and reporting requirements. Payment will be a single lump sum within 30 days of invoice and satisfactory inspection.
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FA4897QC0005
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Performance Work Statement (PWS)
For
Pyrotechnics Demonstration
Mountain Home AFB (MHAFB), ID
12 December 2025
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1. GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1. Description of Work
1.1.1. 2026 Gunfighter Skies Airshow (May 16-17, 2026) at Mountain Home Air Force
Base, the contractor will provide all resources necessary for the pyrotechnics demonstration. As mandated by DAFI 11-209 and DAFI 11-209 ACC Supp (4.2.10), only ICAS Pyro Safety Task Force-identified Shooters in Charge (SICs) may use pyrotechnics during ACC aircraft demonstrations. The SIC is responsible for adhering to ACC guidelines and ensuring a comprehensive safety briefing, including emergency procedures, is conducted for all participants prior to operations.
2. REQUIREMENTS:
2.1. The contractor shall provide the following pyrotechnics demonstration, simulating a downed aircraft scenario with supporting Combat Search and Rescue (CSAR) aircraft (aircraft and crew provided by the USAF), for the Mountain Home Air Force Base Combined Arms Demonstration (CAD). One (1) demonstration shall be performed each day, 16 and 17 May 2026 with the option of a third demonstration 15 May 2026. The government shall notify the contractor of the decision to exercise the option of a third demonstration no less than 30 days prior to the show. The government also recognizes exercising this option would result in an earlier arrival time and additional lodging and rental car requirements.
3. PYROTECHNICS ELEMENTS (PER DEMONSTRATION):
3.1. Simulated Strafing Runs: Each demonstration will consist of four (4) simulated strafing runs, each consisting of fifty (50) pyrotechnics to simulate 20mm caliber bullets.
Each strafe pass shall consist of 50 simulated projectiles, totaling 200 simulated projectiles per demonstration. This effect shall be achieved using rapid 50-100 bangs/pops to simulate the sound and visual effect of a strafing run.
3.2. Double Bomb Effects: Each demonstration will consist of four (4) passes by aircraft consisting of two (2) simulated bomb drops per pass. Each pass shall consist of two (2) large bomb effect detonations.
3.3. Wall of Fire: One (1) Wall of Fire effect, measuring a minimum of 500 feet in length and approximately 50 feet in height.
4. LICENSING AGREEMENT: All members of the contractor's Special Effects Team must possess all required Federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (BATF&E) licenses necessary to legally handle and deploy pyrotechnic materials.
5. RESOURCES PROVIDED BY THE GOVERNMENT:
5.1. SITE VISIT: Contractor’s may request a site visit at no additional cost to the government.
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5.2. Mountain Home Air Force Base (MHAFB) will provide the following to the contractor:
5.2.1. Vehicles: The contractor shall advise MHAFB of the specific type and quantity of vehicles required to support the pyrotechnics demonstration. MHAFB will provide the requested vehicles.
5.2.2. Lodging: The contractor shall advise MHAFB of the number of lodging rooms required for their personnel. MHAFB will provide lodging rooms for the pyrotechnics team for check-in on May 14th, 2026, and check-out on May 18th, 2026 contractor shall provide on their quote if additional time is necessary for setup and teardown.
5.2.3. Fuel: The contractor shall provide MHAFB with the approximate quantity and specific fuel type(s) required for the pyrotechnics demonstration. MHAFB will provide the specified fuel
5.2.4. Meals and Hydration: MHAFB will provide lunch (box lunches acceptable) and two (2) cases of water per day for the pyrotechnics team.
5.2.5. Sanitation: MHAFB will provide a portable toilet (porta-john) for the exclusive use of the pyrotechnics team, positioned for easy access without requiring the team to cross active runways.
5.2.6. Explosives Storage: MHAFB will provide legal storage for explosive materials.
MHAFB may make available a pre-approved location for the storage of the explosives for the special effects with advance coordination and approval. If local, approved explosive bunkers are available, MHAFB will facilitate their use. If portable magazine bunkers are required, the airshow will not pay for rental, delivery, or pickup. In either case, military personnel may not assist in the handling or transportation of the explosive material. The contractor will be required to transport and provide the storage device that holds the material (e.g., a trailer).
5.2.7. Pyrotechnics Area (Box) Preparation: The designated pyrotechnics area (the "pyro box") will consist of a space measuring 1200 feet by 600 feet, positioned at least 500 feet from the crowd line at show center. The pyro box will be clear of any towers or obstructions that could interfere with the pyrotechnic performance.
MHAFB will pre-burn the pyro box, and at least 100 feet on all sides, at least one week prior to the airshow to enable effective control of fire during and after the performance. The pre-burn is essential to ensure the show is not interrupted due to fires caused by the special effects. If, for any reason, the pyro box cannot be pre-burned, then the pyro box, plus 100 feet on all sides, shall be mowed to a height of 1 ½ inches, and all clippings shall be removed from the area. Additionally, a fire apparatus appropriately equipped for responding to grass fires will be positioned next to the pyro box prior to the pyrotechnics demonstration to support rapid response to extinguish any fires created by the special effects. Due to potential liability and safety considerations, if the pyro box is not suitably prepped prior to
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5.2.8. Fire Suppression Equipment: MHAFB will provide two (2) pressurized water 2A fire extinguishers and two (2) 20 lb. BC fire extinguishers for use by the pyrotechnics team.
6. CANCELATION CLAUSE:
6.1. Should the 2026 MHAFB Open House be postponed, abandoned, canceled, or otherwise prevented from occurring due to conditions outside the control of either party, including, but not limited to, national or military emergency, government shutdown, disaster, terrorism, or an act of God/force majeure, pandemic and/or epidemic, neither party shall be liable to the other for any expense incurred at the time of cancellation. If the Contractor has incurred costs at the time of cancellation, the Contractor shall be entitled to a compensation amount that is commensurate with the amount of work performed.
The Contractor shall therefore provide substantiating documents to support costs incurred when invoicing. Negligence, equipment failure, sickness, and loss of employees/subcontractors do not create conditions outside the party's control and do not excuse performance. If the Contractor is on-site and ready to perform on the day of the event but cannot due to circumstances outside of the Contractor's control, the Contractor will be paid 100% of the performance fee. If the Contractor fails to perform for any reason other than those stated above, the Contractor shall not be entitled to compensation of any type, including 100% of the performance fee or a percentage thereof that is commensurate with the amount of non-performance.
7. DONATIONS AND SOLICITATIONS:
7.1. Air Force airshows are free to the public and charge no admission. The Contractor shall not solicit donations as additional compensation from the public.
7.2. The Contractor may not display or present any signage or charge an admission fee in any way, shape, or form to tour an aircraft or display.
7.2.1. Refer to Air Force Manual (AFM) 10-1004 for further guidance on airshow operations.
8. DEPOSITS:
8.1. The Government does not provide deposits. All costs are included in the final payment, which will be issued as a single lump sum within 30 days of receipt of a valid invoice, satisfactory material inspection, and a completed receiving report.
9. ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROLS.
9.1. Hazardous Material Inventory and Safety Data Sheets. SDS are required as specified in the latest version of Federal Standard No. 313 for all potentially hazardous materials. SDSs must be submitted by the Contractor upon contract award to the Hazardous Materials Program Manager (366 FW/A7IE) at 208-828-1684/6351 for a
5 | P a g e determination of whether or not a product is a HAZMAT and what additional requirements may be applicable/necessary. Approval is required before bringing any hazardous materials (HAZMAT) onto the installation. The government (HAZMART personnel) will inventory all chemicals that the Contractor brings on to Mountain Home AFB or any property under the control of Mountain Home AFB. Any products that meet the criteria of “Hazardous Waste” must be bar coded and tracked until permanently removed from government property. The inventory will be performed prior to commencement of work. Criteria for identifying hazardous waste, is contained in Subpart C of 40 CFR, Part 261.
9.2. Material Storage and Use. The contractor shall follow manufacturer's guidelines and professional recommendations for control of humidity, temperature, cleanliness, and materials handling. This includes hazardous materials.
9.3. Notification of Environmental Spills. If a spill occurs, the person discovering the spill will make every effort to stop the product flow (if possible), warn personnel, shut off ignition sources, contain the spill, make notifications, and begin cleanup. If the spill is considered an emergency and there is a potential life, health, fire, or other safety hazard, the MHAFB Fire Department will be notified IMMEDIATELY. Responsible units/activities will clean up small spills safety and within their capabilities to do
so. Generally, a spill of only a few gallons will recovered by the responsible unit/activity using absorbent materials or a spill kit located by the site. Recovered product and contaminated materials will be packaged and staged for disposal in accordance with the installation’s hazardous waste procedures. Contact the Environmental Office (208-828-6351) for guidance. The liability for the spill or release of such substances rests solely with the contractor and its agent.
9.4. Waste. Identify, label, handle, store, and dispose of hazardous waste or debris in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations. Ensure all waste has undergone the appropriate hazardous waste determination and documentation is retained for these determinations. If hazardous wastes are generated the contractor will be required to setup and maintain a hazardous waste accumulation point. All hazardous waste generated must be disposed of at a RCRA permitted treatment storage or disposal facility. Do not dispose of hazardous waste on Government property. Do not discharge any waste to a sanitary sewer, storm drain, or to surface waters or conduct waste treatment or disposal on Government property without written approval of the Contracting Officer and Environmental. Consult with the Hazardous Waste Program Manager (366 FW/A7IE) at 208-828-1684/6351 prior to disposal of any waste.
9.5. Historic Preservation. MHAFB houses numerous historic properties (buildings, structures, objects, archaeological sites) managed in compliance with the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), and its implementing regulations at 36 CFR 800. In order to avoid inadvertent adverse effects to historic properties, coordination with
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366FW A7IE Cultural Resources Manager, Ms. Noelle Shaver (828-8003/6351) is required prior to implementation.
10. Security Requirements
10.1 General. Contractor personnel employed under this contract shall meet the requirements of all security requirements addressed in this PWS. The 366th FW Information Protection (IP) office will provide oversight as the Servicing Security Activity (SSA). Sponsoring Air Force organization will ensure Integrated Visitor Groups complete all necessary security training, i.e. Information, Physical Security and Anti-Terrorism. The contractor shall ensure requirements for obtaining Contractor personnel security clearances/background checks, protecting Government property, safeguarding protected information/materials, and shielding Government AISs and non-automated information systems are met. The Contractor shall also perform in accordance with the Compliance with National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM).
NOTE: Not all security requirements will apply to every contract. Please reference contract agreement to determine appropriate requirements.
10.2 Notification of Government Security Activity. Upon performance on the military installation, the contractor will notify the SSA and/or host unit security assistant (USA) 30 days prior to contractor operations. In the event the contract starts within 30 days, the contractor will need to notify the SSA within 72 hours of contract start. The contractor shall furnish the SSA/host USA at the performance location all required information (identifying information for personnel working the contract, contract information, etc.).
10.3 Security Agreement. If deemed as a long-term contract the contractor and sub-contractors shall enter into a security agreement with host base SSA, by reviewing and signing the local security procedures documentation. This agreement shall outline how the contractor integrates security requirements for contract operations with the AF to ensure effective and economical operation on the installation.
10.4 Listing of Employees. The contractor shall maintain a listing of all employees performing work under this contract. The list shall be validated and signed by the Contracting Officer Representative (COR), and provided to the Contracting Officer (CO), SSA and host unit supervision. The contractor shall update the list when employees move positions, are replaced, or upon request. The Contract Manager (CM) will also provide visit notification identifying all integrated personnel regardless of clearance level. The list shall include the employees’ Names, Location of Performance, and Security Clearance.
10.5 Contractor Removal. The CO may direct the removal of a contractor employee from this contract for reasons of security or misconduct. All contractor personnel are subject to Security Forces jurisdiction and the authority of the installation commander while on USAF installations.
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10.6 Contractor Integration. Contractor personnel will be integrated into individual host unit organizations as applicable to their respective functional position. The contractor will adhere to all wing and squadron level security policies and directives. Respective unit security assistants shall provide security administration, to include training and badging.
10.7 Security Support Provided by AF. Security support is provided by the AF to the contractor, including use of base destruction facilities, reproduction facilities, security badges, base visitor control, investigation of security incidents, base traffic regulations, the use of security forms and conducting inspections.
10.8 Off-Installation Security. In the event temporary work is required at locations other than Mountain Home Air Force Base (MHAFB), the contractor will ensure applicable security measures and processes are established with the governing SSA or government agency.
Performance intended to exceed 90 days will require revision of the contract.
10.9 Pass and Identification Items. The Contractor shall ensure the pass and identification items required for contract performance are obtained for employees. Base identification badges will be furnished by the SSA and/or host USA for each contractor employee upon presentation of evidence of assignment. Other required badges will be furnished by the Government as necessary to complete task requirements.
11. Base Access. The Contractor shall provide a completed 366 SFS Form 30 for each employee requiring installation access to the Contracting Representative/Sponsor within five (5) business days following contract award. The Contracting Representative/Sponsor will complete the SF From 30 and forward to the Visitor Control Center (VCC), IAW current base access requirements, 14 days before base access is requested. Failure to meet the 14-day deadline may result in delayed base access.
NOTE: The SF From 30 must include the contract number.
11.1.1 The VCC will complete the required base access background checks as indicated on the SF From 30 and will notify the Contracting Representative/Sponsor of the status of the access requests. After the base access request is approved, the Contracting Representative/Sponsor shall notify the Contractor, who will notify their employees that they can obtain their installation access ID at the MHAFB VCC at Bldg. 6400.
11.1.2 The Contractor shall comply with DoD 5400.7-R, Chapter 4, DoD Freedom of Information Action (FOIA) Program, requirements. This regulation sets policy and procedures for the disclosure of records to the public and for marking, handling, transmitting and safeguarding For Official Use Only (FOUO) material.
11.1.3 Contractor personnel shall report to an appropriate authority any information or circumstances which they are aware of and may pose a threat to the security of DoD personnel, Contractor personnel, resources, and classified or unclassified defense information. Contractor employees shall be briefed by their immediate supervisor upon initial on-base assignment.
11.1.4 The Contractor shall be responsible for safeguarding all Government property. At the end of each work period, all Government facilities, equipment, and materials shall be secured.
12. Retrieving Identification Items. The Contractor shall retrieve all identification items from employees who depart for any reason before the contract expires, e.g. terminated for cause, 8 | P a g e retirement, etc.
12.1 Mutable Identification Items. IAW DoDM-5200.08V3_AFMAN31-101V3 and DoDM 1000.13V1, individuals holding more than one acceptable credential must use the credential most accurately depicting the capacity in which the individual is acting for the specific visit to the installation. The Contracting Representative/Sponsor must ensure all personal are briefed on this requirement.
12.1.1 Personnel (e.g., contractors) in possession of another acceptable credential (e.g., retired identification, family member identification, etc.) must complete an SF From 30 for the issuance of a new contractor identification for specific period of the applicable contract.
12.1.2 Personnel not complying with this standard can be subject to administrative actions and could be barred from the installation.
13. Security Clearance/Background Check. When applicable all personnel performing on this PWS will have a security clearance/background check equivalent to the requirements listed in the contract. Personnel will complete the appropriate documentation (SF-85, Questionnaire for Non-Sensitive Positions or SF-86, Questionnaire for National Security Positions) through National Background Investigation Services (NBIS) website. Documentation of a completed/adjudicated application is required prior to issuance of a Common Access Card
(CAC).
13.1 Controlled/Restricted Areas. The Contractor shall implement local base procedures for entry to Air Force controlled/restricted areas where contractor personnel will work. When applicable an AF Form 2586, Unescorted Entry Authorization Certificate, must be completed and signed by the sponsoring agencies Security Manager before a Restricted Area Badge will be issued.
13.2 Controlled Unclassified Information. The contractor shall comply with DoDI 5200.48_DAFI16-1403, Controlled Unclassified Information, for identification, protection, and training requirements of CUI. The contractor shall be responsible for training their personnel and accomplishment of the out-processing procedures identified in DoDI 5200.48_DAFI16-1403.
The contractor shall comply with DoDM 5400.07_AFMAN33-302, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Program, requirements. Unclassified DoD information not approved for public release on non-DoD Information Systems will be protected IAW DoDI 8582.01, Security of Non-DoD Information Systems Processing Unclassified Nonpublic DoD Information.
13.3 Foreign Disclosure. Due to the nature of the MHAFB mission, foreign integration and sensitivity of information and materials, the contractor will ensure all personnel are aware of and comply with foreign disclosure procedures. Release of CUI and Classified Military Information must be approved by the 366 FW Foreign Disclosure Officer (FDO).
13.4 Operations Security (OPSEC). The contractor shall comply with 366 FW OPSEC requirements and countermeasures to protect critical information as defined in AFI 10-701, Operations Security. Contractors shall receive unit specific OPSEC briefing prior to the start of work. Briefing documentation must be completed by the respective unit OPSEC coordinator.
The unit OPSEC personnel will provide guidance on protecting critical information, training materials and other instructions as needed. The contractor will comply with the 366 FW OPSEC
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Policy that imposes a 100% shred requirement of all government related paper products using NSA approved devices only.
13.5 Antiterrorism (AT). IAW DFARS 252.204-7004, Antiterrorism Awareness Training for Contractors, and DoDI O-2000.16 Volume 1, DoD Antiterrorism Program Implementation:
DoD 10.5.1 10.5.1 Antiterrorism Standards, contractor personnel who require routine physical access to MHAFB shall complete Level I AT Awareness Training within 30 days of requiring access and annually thereafter. Routine physical access is defined as any contractor issued a Common Access Card (CAC), any contractor having installation access for a year or more, any contractor requiring a security clearance, or any contractor requiring access to specific secure areas (e.g., SAPF, SCIF, etc.).
13.5.2 Level I AT training shall be completed through a DoD-sponsored/certified computer or web-based distance learning instruction, or under the instruction of a Level I AT Instructor.
Contractor personnel can complete DoD Level I AT Training at https://jko.jten.mil/. If the Contractor has personnel who can’t access the DoD Level I AT Training site, they notify the COR to arrange access to the training site or to coordinate other Level I AT Training.
13.5.3 The prime contractor must maintain copies for all Certificates of Completion for AT Level I, and the appropriate Contracting Officer Representative will conduct checks prior to initial installation access and annually thereafter, to ensure all personnel have completed the training.
13.5.4 All personnel, to include contractors, on MHAFB will comply with directed/implemented Force Protection Condition (FPCON) and/or AT measures, unless specifically exempted by the 366 FW Commander (CC). Contractor personnel will submit requests for exceptions to FP/AT Measures through the COR, who will submit the request to 366 FW Antiterrorism Officer (ATO) for submittal to 366 FW/CC.
13.5.5 During periods of increased threat or raised FPCONs, contractor access to the installation, or specific parts of the installation, may be limited or denied. The COR will, when possible, notify contractor personnel before the limitations/restrictions are implemented. Contractor personnel will coordinate with the COR regarding the possible effects limited/restricted access will have on contract completion. Contractor personnel will coordinate with the COR on assignment of Mission Critical Contractor status as needed.
13.5.6 During periods of increased threat or raised FPCONs, personnel, to include contractors, may be required to be escorted while on MHAFB. When being escorted, personnel will always remain with their escort. If personnel become separated from their escort, they will remain where they are and notify the 366 Security Forces Squadron (SFS) at 208-828- 2256/2257/2258.
13.5.7 The Contractor shall include the DFARS 252.204-7004, Antiterrorism Awareness Training for Contractors, clause as well as all other above identified AT items, in all subcontracts, including subcontracts for commercial items, when subcontractor performance requires routine physical access to MHAFB.
14. Reporting Requirements. Contractor personnel shall report to an appropriate authority any information or circumstances of which they are aware may pose a threat to the security of
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DoD personnel, contractor personnel, resources, and classified or unclassified defense information. Contractor employees shall be briefed by their immediate supervisor upon initial on-base assignment.
14.1 Physical Security. The Contractor shall be responsible for safeguarding all government property and controlled forms provided for contractor use. At the end of each work period, all government facilities, equipment, and materials shall be secured.
14.2 Key Control/Access Badge Control. The Contractor shall establish and implement methods of making sure all keys/badges issued to the contractor by the Government are not lost or misplaced and are not used by unauthorized persons. The Contractor shall not duplicate any keys issued by the Government.
14.3 Traffic Laws. The Contractor and its employees shall comply with base traffic regulations.
14.4 Weapons, Firearms, and Ammunition. Contractor employees are prohibited from possessing weapons, firearms, or ammunition, on themselves or within their contractor-owned vehicle or privately-owned vehicle while on DOD Installations.
14.5 Domestic Violence/Lautenberg Amendment. Contractor personnel who have duties in, have access to, or are otherwise involved in the storage, issue, disposition of, or transporting firearms or ammunition shall complete DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition, annually. The DD Forms 2760 shall be maintained by the CM and be made available to the KO and COR office upon request. Any person who has been convicted of a crime of domestic violence is not eligible to perform these duties. All personnel have an affirmative, continuing obligation to inform their supervisors if they have, or later obtain, a qualifying conviction. Candidates selected to fill these positions certify they have not been convicted of a crime of domestic violence, or who is subject to a protective order for domestic violence prior to assuming the duties of the position. These activities are covered by 18 U.S.C. § 922.
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