Holloman AFB FY26 Airshow - 6-ship L-39 Aerial Demonstration
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- F2E0FM5337A002
- Agency
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Air Combat Command
Air Force, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 711219 Other Spectator Sports
- PSC
- G003 Social- Recreational
- Place of performance
- Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico 88330, United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The 49th Contracting Squadron at Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico is conducting market research to identify qualified providers of a six-ship civilian jet aerobatic demonstration team flying L-39 Albatros aircraft for the 2026 Air Show & Open House scheduled for April 16-19, 2026. The Department of the Air Force Air Combat Command seeks a fully-formed, established aerobatic team with significant experience performing together to deliver one six-ship demonstration per show day for two total performances, each lasting approximately 25-30 minutes with a modified shorter routine available for inclement weather conditions. All pilots must maintain current FAA Statement of Aerobatic Competency cards and appropriate ratings, and the team must possess current DoD-recognized airshow certification along with appropriate liability insurance compliant with FAR 52.228-5. This is a sources sought notice for market research purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation for proposals; however, interested parties must submit capability statements not exceeding five pages via email by January 16, 2026. The Government anticipates awarding a Firm-Fixed-Price contract, though no evaluation criteria for the final solicitation have been detailed in this preliminary notice.
This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, restricting competition to small businesses as defined by the Small Business Administration. No incumbent contractor or award value has been disclosed in this pre-solicitation notice. The capability statement submission must include company information with CAGE Code and Unique Entity ID, point of contact details, business size classification and any applicable socio-economic status, a description of the team's qualifications and experience, aircraft specifications and documentation, and references from at least three previous airshow performances. While this notice does not establish a formal timeline for the subsequent Request for Proposal or contract award, the April 2026 airshow date indicates that the procurement process must conclude well in advance of the spring performance window to allow for necessary coordination and insurance verification.
Notice text
This is a Sources Sought notice for market research purposes only. This is not a solicitation for proposals, and no contract will be awarded from this notice. The 49th Contracting Squadron at Holloman AFB, NM is conducting market research to identify potential sources capable of providing a multi-ship civilian jet aerobatic demonstration team for the upcoming 2026 Air Show & Open House, scheduled for April 16-19, 2026.
2.0 REQUIREMENT
The Government is seeking qualified performers capable of providing a six-ship civilian-owned and operated jet aerobatic team flying L-39 Albatros aircraft.
The required services include, but are not limited to:
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Performing one (1) six-ship aerobatic demonstration per show day (two total). The standard performance shall be approximately 25-30 minutes in duration. The team must also have a modified, shorter routine for inclement weather.
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The team must be a fully-formed, established team with significant experience performing together.
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All pilots must possess current FAA Statement of Aerobatic Competency (SAC) cards and all necessary ratings.
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The vendor must be able to provide a Certificate of Liability Insurance compliant with FAR 52.228-5, Insurance—Work on a Government Installation.
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The team must possess current and valid DoD-recognized airshow certification and be able to provide DD Forms 2400, 2401, and 2402 upon request.
The Government anticipates awarding a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract for this service.
3.0 SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Interested parties who consider themselves fully qualified to provide this service must submit a capability statement. The statement shall be submitted via email to the point of contact listed below and should not exceed five (5) pages.
The capability statement must include:
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Company Information: Company Name, Address, CAGE Code, and Unique Entity ID (UEI).
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Point of Contact: Name, Title, Phone Number, and Email Address.
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Business Size: Business size and any applicable socio-economic status (e.g., Small Business, Woman-Owned, etc.).
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Narrative: A detailed narrative demonstrating the ability to meet the requirements listed in Section 2.0. This narrative should include:
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A description of the six-ship L-39 demonstration team.
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A list of at least three (3) similar performances at DoD-sponsored or other major North American airshows within the last three (3) years.
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Confirmation of all required FAA and DoD certifications.
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4.0 DISCLAIMER
This Sources Sought notice is for informational and planning purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP). Information submitted will not be returned. The Government will not pay for any information received in response to this notice.
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