Thunderbirds Alterations

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Notice type
Solicitation
Solicitation #
FA486126AXXXX
NAICS
315210
PSC
8415
Set-aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
Posted
June 9, 2026
Response due
June 16, 2026
Place of performance
Las Vegas, NV

What this opportunity is

The Department of Defense is seeking a small business to establish a blanket purchase agreement for uniform alterations for the USAFADS Thunderbirds, specifically for their duty uniforms and show suits. This total small business set-aside opportunity is suitable for companies specializing in garment alterations and repairs, particularly those familiar with military specifications. Interested vendors should note that this is a solicitation notice, indicating that they will need to prepare a bid rather than simply track the opportunity.

Analysis by Mindy, grounded in the SAM.gov notice.

Description

Attachment 1 STATEMENT OF WORK FOR USAFADS “Thunderbirds” BACKGROUND: The USAFADS “Thunderbirds” is the U.S. Air Force’s premier air demonstration squadron, performing and recruiting globally. With frequent team member rotations, and daily use of Thunderbird specific uniforms, it is difficult to predict when and how much material we will need on a monthly basis. In relation to these challenges, we are request a local BPA, blanket purchase agreement, established for our uniform alteration requirements. 1. SCOPE: Uniform Alterations 2. LOCATION: USAFADS Thunderbirds Building 292, 4445 Tyndall Ave., Nellis AFB, NV, 89191 3. DESCRIPTION OF WORK: The work to be accomplished under this agreement shall include: 3.1 Making alterations to ALL Thunderbird duty uniform, and/or Show suit, shirt to include: Adjust sleeve length in/out, sew crease on inside/outside of sleeve, adjust body of shirt in/out and/or up/down, sew crease on inside body along sides, apply/remove rank insignia, apply Thunderbird logo patch and meatball Velcro (patches will be provided). 3.2 Making alterations to ALL Thunderbird duty uniform, and/or Show suit, pant to include: Adjust pant length in/out, adjust body of pant in/out, adjust waistband in/out, sew crease on front/back of pant legs, sew front pockets down. 3.3 Repair any/ALL uniform items that are deemed still serviceable with repair. These repairs shall be deemed minor by the alterations professional, Thunderbird 10 (USAFADS/CCE), and the Thunderbirds uniform supply manager. This shall include repairing/re-altering uniforms not deemed “show quality”. 3.4 Apply/remove Thunderbird patch to fleece, Black Polo and flight suits. 3.5 Apply/remove V elcro on flight suit chest and sleeve. 3.6 Remove pen/knife pocket from flight suit. 3.7 Sew rank set onto flight suits and show uniform. 4. COORDINATING and SCHEDULING: Seamstress shall coordinate all drop-off and delivery times through one of the individuals on the authorized call list. 4.1 Alterations shall be completed at the seamstress’s earliest convenience, but no longer than one week from the time the customer drops off the item(s) to be altered/repaired. -- 1 of 2 -- Attachment 1 4.2 All work requirements shall be documented upon initial request and must be agreed upon at time of drop-off. 4.3 Pick-up/drop-off, sizing, and pinning will be performed at the Thunderbirds building, at 1400 hours every Tuesday, excluding Federal holidays. 4.4 Thunderbird 10 (USAFADS/CCE) will provide list of personnel requesting alterations to seamstress. Members requesting alterations outside of this list will not be authorized alterations, unless approved by uniform Thunderbird 10 (USAFADS/CCE). 5. INSPECTION: Members requesting alterations/repairs will inspect all uniform items within 5 days of receipt. Thunderbird 10 (USAFADS/CCE) has the right to return the item for correction. 6. QUALIFICATIONS: Seamstress shall conform all tailoring to military standards IAW AFI36- 2903, and Thunderbird specific guidance as well as current/historical data. 7. SECURITY: The seamstress shall provide physical security for the materials and work under their control. 8. PRODUCT DAMAGE: Seamstress shall be responsible for any damage to the product caused by their personnel and will repair said damage to the satisfaction of the Contracting Officer at no expense to the Government. 9. SAFETY: Seamstress shall take any necessary actions to ensure a safe working environment. -- 2 of 2 --

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