Air University AFA Booth Space - Single Source Justification
ID: F2XTA35007AW01Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA3300 42 CONS CCMAXWELL AFB, AL, 36112-6334, USA

NAICS

Lessors of Nonresidential Buildings (except Miniwarehouses) (531120)

PSC

LEASE/RENTAL OF CONFERENCE SPACE AND FACILITIES (X1AB)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/70b9ecd9e80240e8b1038f796e370478/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking a contractor to secure exhibit space for two significant Air Force Association (AFA) symposiums in fiscal year 2025. The contractor will be responsible for organizing a display booth at the AFA Warfare Symposium in Aurora, Colorado, from March 3-5, 2025, and at the AFA Air Space Cyber Conference in National Harbor, Maryland, from September 22-24, 2025, with specified booth sizes of 30' x 30' and 20' x 40', respectively. This procurement is crucial for engaging with the aerospace and defense communities, aligning with government objectives to promote military-related initiatives. Interested parties can contact SrA Troy Cournoyer at troy.cournoyer@us.af.mil or 334-953-3100 for further details.

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    Statement of Work - AFA Conf Exhibit Rental.pdf
    The document outlines a statement of work for securing exhibit space at two key Air Force Association (AFA) symposiums in fiscal year 2025. The contractor is responsible for organizing a display booth at the AFA Warfare Symposium, scheduled for March 3-5, 2025, in Aurora, Colorado, and the AFA Air Space Cyber Conference, taking place September 22-24, 2025, in National Harbor, Maryland. Required booth sizes include a 30' x 30' (900 sq ft) display area at the Denver Gaylord Rockies Resort and an additional 20' x 40' (800 sq ft) display at the National Harbor Gaylord Resort. The document is signed by Yuna Braswell, indicating formal approval or initiation of the contract. This summary emphasizes the primary focus on exhibit space logistics for significant military-related events, aligning with government objectives in engaging aerospace and defense communities.
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