ADS Cab Glass Replacement
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 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is soliciting proposals for cab glass replacement at the Addison Airport (ADS) Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) in Addison, TX. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside for a firm-fixed-price, one-job lump sum contract, with an estimated magnitude between $300,000 and $400,000. Proposals are due by May 20, 2026, at 1200 CT.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the replacement of fogging cab glass at the ADS ATCT. The work must adhere to detailed FAA Specifications provided in the solicitation attachments, covering specific requirements for glass products, insulating glass units, glazing sealants, tapes, and other materials.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price, one-job lump sum.
- Period of Performance: 30 calendar days after the effective date of the Notice to Proceed (NTP), unless otherwise negotiated.
- Estimated Magnitude: $300,000 - $400,000.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside.
- Product Service Code: Z1BA - Maintenance Of Air Traffic Control Towers.
Submission & Evaluation
Offerors must submit proposals on page 2 of the Solicitation, Offer, and Award form, including a detailed cost breakdown using the provided spreadsheet (J-4). Proposals are due no later than May 20, 2026, at 1200 CT. An offer guarantee is required, and offers must be valid for 90 calendar days. Evaluation will be based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) criteria, which includes assessing past performance via a questionnaire (J-3). Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov.
Key Attachments
- J-1 ADS Cab Glass Specifications.pdf: Provides precise technical specifications, material requirements, and performance standards.
- J-2 Wage Determination.pdf: Outlines prevailing wage rates for Dallas County, TX, which must be used for labor cost estimation.
- J-3 Past Performance Questionnaire.pdf: Details the categories and rating scale for past performance evaluation.
- J-4 Price Proposal Spreadsheet - ADS Cab Glass.xlsx: A mandatory template for submitting detailed cost breakdowns.
Important Dates & Notes
- Pre-Offer Site Visit: April 24, 2026, at 1200 CT (non-mandatory but urged).
- Requests for Clarifications (RFIs) Due: April 28, 2026, at 1200 CT.
- The FAA operates under its own Acquisition Management System (AMS), not FAR.
- The FAA is tax-exempt; contractors are responsible for applicable taxes.
- Contact: Erin Crabtree (erin.m.crabtree@faa.gov).