Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) - 1:8 Scale, B-52H Static Display Model (Outdoor), Minot AFB, ND

Project ID: FA4528-26-SS-MH01 FederalOpportunitiesSources Sought

Overview

Agency	Global Strike Command
Deadline	01/21/26
Posted	01/13/26
Estimated Value	$150,000 - $400,000 (AI estimate)
Set Aside	None
NAICS	339999 - All Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing
PSC	6910 - Training Aids
Location	Minot AFB, ND 58704 United States

Description

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Summary

// Amendment 1 // - Submission due date updated to 4:00pm on 21 January 26 1. Description of Requirement This is a Sources Sought notice for market research purposes only. The 5th Contracting Squadron at Minot AFB, ND is seeking to identify potential sources capable of manufacturing a high-fidelity, 1:8 scale static display model (heritage quality) of a B-52H Stratofortress bomber. The model is intended for permanent outdoor display to honor the heritage of the aircraft and the service members who operate and maintain it. The requirement is for the complete fabrication and delivery of the model, which must feature an accurate and detailed exterior finish. No internal components, mechanics, or cockpit details are required. The vendor must provide a product capable of withstanding the demanding environmental conditions of North Dakota. Final assembly and installation will be handled by Government personnel. For more detailed information, please see the attached Draft Statement of Work (SOW) and PowerPoint presentation which includes reference imagery and specific dimensions. 2. Request for Industry Comments on Draft SOW The Government is contemplating a future solicitation based on the attached Draft SOW. Recognizing that the current draft may be improved, the Government invites all potential respondents to provide comments, identify ambiguities, and offer recommendations to enhance the clarity and completeness of the requirements. Areas of particular interest for feedback include, but are not limited to: - Industry best practices for materials and fabrication of large-scale outdoor models. - Specific recommendations for design standards, materials, and coatings necessary to withstand high wind loads, extreme temperature cycles (-40 F to +100 F), heavy snow/ice accumulation, and long-term UV exposure common to Minot, ND. - Specific details regarding aircraft markings, paint schemes, and finishing required for an authentic heritage display. - Common engineering and design considerations for mounting solutions.

Disclaimer and Terms of Submission

This request for information is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or a promise to issue a solicitation in the future. The Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of this Sources Sought or to otherwise pay for the information solicited. All information submitted in response to this notice is strictly voluntary. Any and all input provided by respondents may be reviewed by Government technical experts and may be incorporated, in whole or in part, into a future solicitation. By submitting a response, the respondent agrees that the Government has the unlimited right to use such information for any purpose, at its sole discretion, without any obligation for compensation or attribution. 3. Required Vendor Information / Capability Statement All interested parties are invited to submit a Capability Statement. The statement should, at a minimum, include the following: - Company name, address, CAGE code, and UEI number. - Point of contact with phone number and email address. - A brief description of the company and its capabilities as they relate to the requirements outlined in the SOW. - A portfolio or description of past projects of similar size, scope, and complexity. Please provide examples of fabricating large-scale models or similar custom structures, particularly those intended for outdoor use. 4. Submission Instructions Please submit your Capability Statement and any comments on the Draft SOW via email to megan.harrison@us.af.mil and keri.meis.1@us.af.mil. The subject line of the email should read: "Response to Sources Sought - B-52 Static Display." Responses are requested no later than 4:00pm CST on 21 January 2026. (2) Attachments: 1. Draft SOW 2. Display Model PowerPoint

Summary (Newest Update)

Background The 5th Contracting Squadron at Minot AFB, ND is conducting a Sources Sought notice for market research purposes to identify potential sources capable of manufacturing a high-fidelity, 1:8 scale static display model of a B-52H Stratofortress bomber. This model is intended for permanent outdoor display to honor the heritage of the aircraft and the service members who operate and maintain it. The goal is to demonstrate appreciation for the United States Air Force and showcase pride in the aircraft and its maintainers. Work Details The requirement includes the complete fabrication and delivery of a 1:8 scale B-52 Stratofortress Bomber model with the following specifications: - **Quantity**: 1 - **Markings**: - 1ea Organizational insignia (23rd Bomb Squadron) on the left side - 1ea Organization insignia (5 BW insignia – Kiai O Ka Lewa) on the right side - 2ea Nose Numbers (0005) on each side of the fuselage - 1ea Bomb markings block on the left side - 1ea North Dakota block on the left side - 1ea Nose Art (War Birds) on the left side - 2ea 5th Bomb Wing markings on external tanks (one on each fuel tank) - Various Command Insignia and Distinctive Unit Aircraft Identification Markings on each side of the tail. - **Mount Specifications**: - Diameter of hole: 4.094 inches - Length of plate: 16 inches - Width of plate at hole: 5.204 inches - **Material**: The model must be made from fiberglass or similar material that can withstand extreme weather conditions in Minot, ND, including high winds, temperature cycles (-40°F to +100°F), heavy snow/ice accumulation, and long-term UV exposure. The exterior finish must be accurate and detailed, with no internal components or cockpit details required. Place of Performance The delivery location is specified as Building: 167 Summit Drive, Minot AFB, ND.

Contacts

Contact name	A1C Megan Harrison
Contact email	megan.harrison@us.af.mil
Contact phone	(701) 723-6935
Secondary contact name	Keri Meis
Secondary contact email	keri.meis.1@us.af.mil
Secondary contact phone	(701) 723-4184