Al Dhafra Host Nation Cultural Advisors 2026

Background
The United States Air Force has a recurring requirement for Cultural Advisor services at Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates. These advisors are crucial for fostering positive relationships and effective communication with the local community.

Work Details
The contract requires the provision of ten (10) cultural advisor positions to perform necessary services as outlined in the Performance Work Statement (PWS). The services will be provided over three periods: the base period and two option periods, each lasting 12 months. The pricing arrangement for these services is firm fixed price. The specific tasks include engaging with local communities to enhance understanding and cooperation between the U.S. military and local populations.

Period of Performance
The contract will be performed over three periods: from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027 (base period), from October 1, 2027, to September 30, 2028 (Option Period 01), and from October 1, 2028, to September 30, 2029 (Option Period 02).

Place of Performance
Al Dhafra Air Base AE-AZ UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

Bidder Requirements
Bidders must demonstrate relevant experience in providing cultural advisory services. Specific qualifications or certifications related to cultural competency may be required. Security clearances may also be necessary depending on the nature of the advisory roles.

Incumbent Analysis (see Incumbents section for more detail)
This opportunity appears to have a confirmed incumbent based on FA570621C0001, awarded to Legal Interpreting Services for $5,766,823 (11/15/20–05/14/26). That prior contract required providing cultural advisor personnel assigned to the 380th Air Expeditionary Wing at Al Dhafra Air Base, supporting modern Standard Arabic and Standard English capabilities and engaging with local community-related objectives. The current requirement similarly calls for multiple cultural advisor positions at the same base to perform community engagement and communication support tasks, suggesting continuity of the same mission function.