AFDW Industry Week - 2026
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Air Force District of Washington (AFDW) will host an Industry Week on May 12-13, 2026, at the Smart Center on Joint Base Andrews, Maryland (JBA). This event aims to communicate AFDW's missions, outline future government needs (1-3 year horizon), and gain insight into private sector capabilities. RSVP and base access requests are due by 1600L on April 22, 2026.
Event Details
This in-person event is free of charge and open to all businesses, both small and large. It will feature Keynote Speakers, Mission Partner Briefs, and Industry Engagements/One-on-Ones with members of AFDW/PK and various Mission Partners from the National Capitol Region (NCR). The goals are to increase industry/government collaboration, provide information on missions, and outline future requirements. The event will begin at 0800 each day.
Registration & Base Access
- RSVP/Registration: Complete the registration link once for each attendee:
https://forms.osi.apps.mil/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=jbExg4ct70ijX6yIGOv5tFtNfvBd-7dPnS95PC4DXJpUNVNLVjRaNlJMUjQ3UlNEMlRUUkxENFE0Vi4u. - Base Access: For those requiring sponsored base access, fill out the "2026 AFDW Industry Week Base Access Request Form" found under the attachment tab of the SAM.gov posting. This form requires Last Name, First Name, DOB, Driver's License/Passport details, and specifies the purpose as "AFDW Industry Week" for May 12-13, 2026.
Both RSVP/Registration and Base Access Requests are due by 1600L on April 22, 2026. Requests received after this deadline may not be accommodated. For base access inquiries, use afdw.pkafdw.industryweek@us.af.mil and do not contact the JBA Visitor's Center directly.
Draft Schedule Highlights
A draft schedule indicates the event may run from May 11-15, 2026, including opening remarks, keynote speakers (e.g., SAF/FM, HAF/A3, HAF/A1, SAF/AM, AFDW CC & APK Director, DC3), mission briefs, and panel discussions (e.g., DOGE Panel, SBA Panel). Optional breakout sessions may also be scheduled.
Contact Information
For questions regarding the event, contact afdw.pkafdw.industryweek@us.af.mil (MSgt Kyle Mead, SSgt Phelicha Silva). Subsequent amendments will provide registration links, updated agendas, and details on potential contracting opportunities.