Attachment 1: Performance Work Statement Air Operations Support

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PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

Air Operations Support
Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (JBMDL) Open House 2027

1.0 Scope of Work

The contractor shall provide air operations support services for the air show portion of the Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (JBMDL) Open House 2027, including Air Boss, Air Show Announcer, Sound Provider, and non-standard operations subject matter expertise associated with aerial and ground demonstration activities. The contractor shall perform to the standards defined in this Performance Work Statement (PWS).
For purposes of this PWS, non-standard operations subject matter expertise includes advisory support for air show operational planning, FAA waiver and document processing, site layout considerations, performer integration, military demonstration coordination, and related air show logistics and safety matters.

2.0 Contractor Requirements

The contractor shall provide an experienced Air Boss, Air Show Announcer, Sound Provider, and non-standard operations subject matter expertise, together with all equipment, tools, materials, supervision, transportation, lodging, and other items necessary to perform this requirement, except as otherwise specified in this PWS. The contractor is responsible for the delivery, movement, storage, setup, operation, maintenance, and removal of contractor-furnished equipment and materials. Relevant experience includes prior support as an Air Boss, Air Show Announcer, and Sound Provider for large military or civilian air shows involving complex military flying operations, high spectator attendance, and coordination with FAA and military stakeholders. Experience supporting U.S. military air shows featuring the Thunderbirds or Blue Angels is highly relevant. All contractor-furnished equipment shall be maintained in safe, serviceable, and fully operational condition during the period of performance.
The contractor shall not use products that contain ozone-depleting chemicals or products that are hazardous to personnel or the environment, unless specifically authorized and properly handled in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and installation requirements. If required by the solicitation, the contractor shall submit documentation demonstrating relevant experience and required qualifications.

3.0 Description of Services

3.1 Air Boss

The contractor shall provide an Air Boss who shall:
3.1.1
Using the performer roster and Government-directed show parameters, develop a proposed air show schedule and flying sequence for Government review and approval.