Request for Information / Sources Sought - Airshow Management

2026-11-03

This is a Request for Information ( RFI ) only . This RFI is issued for market research purposes to gain a better understanding of the industry ’ s capabilities to provide comprehensive , turnkey airshow planning , management , and execution services . The Air Force District of Washington ( AFDW ) is seeking to identify qualified sources and best practices for potentially contracting these services for a large - scale , public airshow at a military installation within the National Capital Region . Please provide your response via email to the POCs identified with the subject line : “ Response to RFI for AFDW Airshow Planning Services .” Please limit responses to a total of 15 pages , including the cover page . The capabilities statement and answers to the RFI questions should be in Adobe PDF format . Marketing materials are not requested . This is not a Request for Proposal ( RFP ), Request for Quotation ( RFQ ), or Invitation for Bid ( IFB ). The Government is not soliciting proposals and will not accept offers at this time . The Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this RFI . All information submitted in response to this RFI is voluntary , and the Government will not provide a response to any submission . The information provided will be used for market research and acquisition planning purposes only . Background : The Air Force District of Washington ( AFDW ) periodically hosts a major airshow that is open to the public . These events serve as a critical community outreach platform , showcasing the heritage and mission of the United States Air Force . The planning and execution of such an event requires a significant and specialized effort , encompassing a wide range of logistical , safety , marketing , and administrative functions . AFDW is exploring the feasibility of partnering with an industry expert to manage these efforts , allowing military personnel to remain focused on their primary duties while ensuring the airshow is executed to the highest professional standard . Objective : The objective of this RFI is to gather information from industry on the capabilities , approaches , and cost structures associated with providing turnkey airshow management services . AFDW is interested in understanding the full spectrum of services available , from initial concept development through post - event analysis . Responses will help shape a potential future acquisition strategy and statement of work . Requested Information : Interested parties are requested to provide a capabilities statement that addresses the questions in the attached document . Your response should also include the following information on the first page : Company Name and AddressCompany WebsiteUnique Entity ID ( UEI ) and CAGE CodePrimary Point of Contact ( Name , Title , Email , and Phone Number ) Business Size and Socio - Economic Status ( e . g ., Small Business , Woman - Owned Small Business ( WOSB ), 8 ( a ), Service - Disabled Veteran - Owned Small Business ( SDVOSB ), etc .)

Maryland

2026-05-02