MIG-17 Warbird Performer Keesler AFB Airshow
ID: F2J0W85168A004Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA3010 81 CONS CCKEESLER AFB, MS, 39534-2701, USA

NAICS

Independent Artists, Writers, and Performers (711510)

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https://sam.gov/opp/5a60d4e3028847ecab76951c7b5cb6af/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is conducting a sources sought announcement to identify potential sources for the MIG-17 Warbird Performer at Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi, Mississippi, during the Air & Space Expo scheduled for October 30 to November 2, 2025. The selected contractor will be responsible for providing aerial demonstrations, including two aircraft performances and one night show, along with a static display, while adhering to federal regulations and safety standards. This opportunity is crucial for enhancing public engagement and showcasing military aviation capabilities at the airshow. Interested parties should submit their company information, including contact details and size status, to Nicholas Akins at nicholas.akins.3@us.af.mil or Joshua Brown at joshua.brown.138@us.af.mil, noting that this is not a solicitation for proposals and that all responses will be treated as government property.

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    1. PWS - 2025 Air Show - MiG-17.docx
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for a contractor to provide aerial demonstrations of the MiG-17 during the Keesler AFB Air & Space Expo from October 30 to November 2, 2025. The contractor will deliver performances and a static display while adhering to federal regulations and safety standards. Services include two aircraft performances and one night show, contingent on favorable weather conditions. Compensation entails a lump sum payment, with specific provisions against solicitation of donations unless authorized. The government will furnish lodging, meals, transportation, fuel, and oil, while maintaining security protocols for contractor personnel requiring base access. The PWS specifies adherence to safety regulations and environmental management practices, underscoring the need for proper compliance with all operational and security requirements during the expo. Overall, the document serves as a comprehensive guide for contracting and executing aerial performances at a military air show, ensuring coordination between the contractor and government for operational integrity and public safety.
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