# SAM #11052026

Air Force RFI for a phased B-52H “Torch II” heritage monument at Edwards AFB

**Buyer:** Air Force Test Center
**Posted:** November 05, 2026
**Respond By:** November 12, 2026
**Identifier:** 11052026
**NAICS:** 339999, 327991, 327992, 541310, 711510

The Department of the Air Force is researching sources to create a phased B-52H “Torch II” heritage monument at Edwards Air Force Base.
- **Government buyer:** Department of the Air Force, Air Force Test Center, 412th Test Wing, through FA9301 AFTC PZIO, Edwards AFB.
- **Requested work:** Design, fabricate, and deliver an outdoor monument featuring interim and permanent aircraft replicas, granite elements, and commemorative plaques.
  - **Aircraft replicas:** One 1/16-scale resin replica for the interim dedication and one 1/16-scale museum-grade silicon bronze replica for permanent installation. The interim replica is approximately 12 feet in wingspan and 10 feet long, with authentic markings and an integral mounting post; it will later transfer to the Edwards AFB Museum.
  - **Monument elements:** One polished granite octagonal pedestal and base stone, approximately 6,000 pounds combined, and one granite/masonry sighting wall, approximately 4,000 pounds, with sighting posts oriented toward the runway accident site.
  - **Commemorative plaques:** Eight crew biography plaques with metal prints and two dedication and mission narrative plaques for the sighting wall.
- **Scope split:** The contractor designs the foundations beneath the pedestal and sighting wall. Base Civil Engineering performs earthwork, excavation, concrete placement, and plaza paving.
- **OEMs and vendors:** No OEMs, manufacturers, or vendors are named in the provided information.
- **Notable requirement:** The work is phased, with an interim resin replica followed by a permanent silicon bronze replica.
- **Opportunity type:** Market research RFI; it is not a request for quotes. Respondents are asked to provide a capability statement demonstrating their ability to meet the technical requirements and delivery milestones.

### Description

<p>This is a Request for Information (RFI) for&nbsp;market research purposes only. This is not a solicitation for quotes, and funds are not presently available for this effort. The anticipated NAICS code for this requirement is: 711510 Independent Artists, Writers, and Performers (Size Standard: $9M) and the Product Service Code is 9930: Memorials.</p>

<p><strong>Description</strong>:</p>

<p>The 412th Test Wing is conducting market research to identify capable sources for the design, fabrication, and delivery of an outdoor Heritage monument honoring the crew of B-52H &quot;Torch II&quot;. The monument features a precision 1/16-scale replica aircraft mounted atop an octagonal granite pedestal, surrounded by commemorative bronze plaques and an aligned sighting wall.</p>

<p>Your response to this RFI will be treated as information only. It shall&nbsp;<strong>not</strong>&nbsp;be used as a quote submission. This notice is intended to help the Government determine the appropriate acquisition strategy and confirm whether alternative solutions are available.</p>

<p><strong>Technical Requirements</strong></p>

<ul>
	<li><strong>Phase 1 &ndash; Interim Dedication Replica (Interim Material/Rapid Fabrication):</strong>

	<ul>
		<li>Deliver a full-scale 1/16-scale resin aircraft (approx. 12-ft wingspan, 10-ft length) aircraft with authentic markings and fitted with an integral mounting post.</li>
		<li><strong>Hard Delivery Deadline:</strong> <strong>May 7, 2027</strong> (to support an interim dedication)</li>
	</ul>
	</li>
	<li><strong>Granite Elements:</strong>
	<ul>
		<li>Solid polished granite octagonal pedestal with vertical core hole and base stone (~6,000 lbs combined).</li>
		<li>Granite/masonry sighting wall (~4,000 lbs) incorporating rear sighting posts oriented toward the runway accident site.</li>
	</ul>
	</li>
	<li><strong>Commemorative Plaques:</strong>
	<ul>
		<li>Eight (8) cast bronze crew biography plaques with metal prints.</li>
		<li>Two (2) bronze dedication and mission narrative plaques for the sighting wall.</li>
	</ul>
	</li>
</ul>

<p>*The Government will provide the information needed for these activities</p>

<ul>
	<li><strong>Foundation Engineering &amp; Boundary of Responsibility:</strong>

	<ul>
		<li><strong>In Scope (Contractor):</strong> Design for the foundation beneath the pedestal and sighting wall.</li>
		<li><strong>Out of Scope (Completed by Others):</strong> Physical earthwork, excavation, concrete placement, and surrounding plaza paving will be executed by Base Civil Engineering.</li>
	</ul>
	</li>
</ul>

<p><strong><u>Phase 1 Hard Delivery Deadline: May 7, 2027</u></strong></p>

<p></p>

<ul>
	<li><strong>Phase 2 &ndash; Permanent Bronze Replica:</strong>

	<ul>
		<li>Deliver a museum-grade 1/16-scale silicon bronze replica.</li>
		<li>Replaces the Phase 1 Interim model, which will be turned over to the Edwards AFB Museum.</li>
	</ul>
	</li>
</ul>

<p><strong><u>Phase 2 Delivery Timeline:</u></strong><u> <strong>Within</strong> <strong>one (1) year of contract award</strong>.</u></p>

<p></p>

<p><strong>Submission Instructions:</strong></p>

<ul>
	<li>Interested parties are requested to provide a capability statement clearly expressing their ability to fulfill all technical requirements described below within the stringent delivery deadlines. Please provide clear and unambiguous responses.</li>
	<li>All responses shall include: Business Name, CAGE code, and Point of Contact information. Active SAM registration is a mandaotry requirement for all federal contract awards.&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Please submit all responses via email ONLY to both Suzanna Kussman (suzanna.kussman@us.af.mill) and Joshua Vasquez (joshua.vasquez.5@us.af.mil) no later than Thursday, 12 November 2026 at 3:00pm PST.</li>
</ul>

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