F-35 TAIL FLASH - Static Display Painting

This contract involves the fabrication, delivery, and installation of a full-scale static display representing the vertical stabilizer (tail flash) of the F-35A Lightning II aircraft, intended to replace the existing F-16 static tail in front of the squadron building at Luke Air Force Base in Arizona. The project emphasizes the creation of a detailed and accurate representation of the F-35A tail flash, with the display being both fabricated and installed on-site. The solicitation is set aside exclusively for small businesses under the SBA's Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) program, and the NAICS code associated with this work is 238320, which pertains to painting and wall covering contractors. Funding for this effort has not yet been secured, and the government has explicitly stated that no award will be made until funds are available. The government also reserves the right to cancel the solicitation at any time before or after the closing date without obligation to reimburse offerors for any costs incurred. The response deadline for proposals is July 10, 2025, and interested parties can contact Lauren Draus or Jacqueline Aranda for further information. The project underscores the importance of military display upgrades and the government's commitment to ensuring that only qualified small businesses participate in the procurement process.