Aircraft Static Display Restoration/Painting
Closed Solicitation Posted
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- Solicitation number
- FA462526Q1055
- Agency
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Global Strike Command
Air Force, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 336411 Aircraft Manufacturing
- Place of performance
- Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri 65305, United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The U.S. Air Force 509th Contracting Squadron at Whiteman Air Force Base is seeking a contractor to restore and repaint three static display aircraft: a B-29, FB-111, and T-38. The work includes surface preparation, minor structural repairs, corrosion treatment, and repainting in historically accurate color schemes with original insignias and markings. Contractor qualifications must include documented experience in historical aircraft restoration, a minimum of five positive performance references from similar projects within the last five years, proof of performing equal or larger magnitude historical aircraft restoration jobs, a Real ID, passing background check, and appropriate insurance coverage for base access. The contract will be awarded based on three evaluation criteria: technical capabilities (acceptable/unacceptable), past performance (supported by customer reference letters), and price (best value evaluation for award determination). Quotations must be submitted via email no later than 2:00 PM Central Daylight Time on Thursday, March 26, 2026, to both the Contracting Officer and Contract Specialist, with a required 90-day quote validity period.
This solicitation is designated as a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS code 336411 with a 1,500-employee size standard, and no incumbent contractor is identified. The contract will be awarded as a Firm Fixed-Price purchase order using Simplified Acquisition Procedures, with the government providing no contract financing and requiring invoices be processed through the Wide Area Workflow system. Performance is expected to begin 15-60 days after contract award, with work to be completed within 125 days from receipt of order, operating Monday through Friday from 0730 to 1500 hours at an estimated rate of 14-21 days per aircraft. All work will be performed at Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri 65305. Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov, provide their UEI number and CAGE code, disclose employee count and yearly revenue, and achieve CMMC Level 1 certification at the time of award.
Notice text
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Update #2 · Latest ·
Amendment 1: The purpose of this amendment is to add pictures for the three static displays for reference. See Attachment 5 through Attachment 9. 24 March 2026 NRH
This is an official Request for Quote (RFQ) Notice (FA462526Q1055).
The U.S. Air Force 509th Contracting Squadron at Whiteman AFB is posting this solicitation, Request for Quote (RFQ), to award a contract for the restoration of three Aircraft Static Displays located on Whiteman AFB, MO, in accordance with the attached Statement of Work, dated 17 March 2026.
DESCRIPTION OF REQUIREMENT:
The B-29, FB-111, and T-38 aircraft on static display in the museum airpark need new paint and minor repairs to mitigate water intrusion and resultant corrosion and must be repainted in order to provide a quality display appearance. The contractor shall provide all management, tools, supplies, equipment, parts, and labor necessary to accomplish the painting of the static display aircraft. The contractor will also be responsible for ensuring environmental regulation compliance.
DELIVERABLES:
The contractor shall deliver 125 days after receipt of the order. Services will be performed at Whiteman AFB, MO 65305.
RESPONSES:
To ensure all responses are received, responses must include the RFQ Number (FA462526Q1055) and title Aircraft Static Display Restoration/Painting in the subject line of the email submission and are to be sent via email to both the Contracting Officer: Molly Nussbaum, at molly.nussbaum@us.af.mil and the Contract Specialist: Najee Holland, at najee.holland@us.af.mil NLT 2:00 PM CDT, Thursday, 26 March 2026.
Update #1 ·
This is an official Request for Quote (RFQ) Notice (FA462526Q1055).
The U.S. Air Force 509th Contracting Squadron at Whiteman AFB is posting this solicitation, Request for Quote (RFQ), to award a contract for the restoration of three Aircraft Static Displays located on Whiteman AFB, MO, in accordance with the attached Statement of Work, dated 17 March 2026.
DESCRIPTION OF REQUIREMENT:
The B-29, FB-111, and T-38 aircraft on static display in the museum airpark need new paint and minor repairs to mitigate water intrusion and resultant corrosion and must be repainted in order to provide a quality display appearance. The contractor shall provide all management, tools, supplies, equipment, parts, and labor necessary to accomplish the painting of the static display aircraft. The contractor will also be responsible for ensuring environmental regulation compliance.
DELIVERABLES:
The contractor shall deliver 125 days after receipt of the order. Services will be performed at Whiteman AFB, MO 65305.
RESPONSES:
To ensure all responses are received, responses must include the RFQ Number (FA462526Q1055) and title Aircraft Static Display Restoration/Painting in the subject line of the email submission and are to be sent via email to both the Contracting Officer: Molly Nussbaum, at molly.nussbaum@us.af.mil and the Contract Specialist: Najee Holland, at najee.holland@us.af.mil NLT 2:00 PM CDT, Thursday, 26 March 2026.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Attach 5 - T-38.jpg | JPG image | |
| Attach 8 - B29.jpg | JPG image | |
| Attach 7 - B29.jpg | JPG image | |
| Attach 6 - F111.jpg | JPG image | |
| Attach 9 - B29.jpg | JPG image | |
| Attach 2 - Pricing Sheet.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| Attach 3 - Provisions and Clauses.pdf | ||
| Attach 1 - Statement of Work.pdf | ||
| Attach 4 - Combo Solicitation 18 March 2026.docx | DOCX document |
Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Aircraft Static Display Restoration/Painting | Award Notice | |
| This notice | Solicitation |
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