FY 27 JB CHS Runway Friction Testing Services
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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 Department of the Air Force is conducting market research through a Sources Sought announcement for FY 27 JB CHS Runway Friction Testing Services at Joint Base Charleston (JB CHS), SC. This effort seeks qualified Total Small Business contractors to perform recurring aircraft runway inspections using Continuous Friction Measuring Equipment (CFME). Responses are due by April 22, 2026.
Purpose
This is a Sources Sought announcement for market research purposes only, not a solicitation. The Government will use responses to make appropriate acquisition decisions for future requirements. The Air Force is seeking to identify small businesses capable of providing all labor, supervision, equipment, materials, and transportation for recurring aircraft runway inspections.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide services at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base (JB CHS – AB) and North Auxiliary Airfield (JB CHS – NAAF), both located in South Carolina. Services include:
- Test scheduling and coordination
- Equipment calibration
- Friction inspection and testing (at 40 mph and 60 mph in both directions)
- Retesting as required
- Final report generation with interpretation of results and recommendations.
The work covers two concrete runways at JB CHS-AB (15/33 and 3/21) and two asphalt runways at NAAF (6/24 and 5/23). All services must comply with the Performance Work Statement (PWS), federal, state, local laws, Air Force Instructions (AFI), manufacturer’s manuals, and industry standards. Performance standards include submitting an annual testing schedule, presenting CFME calibration certificates, coordinating with the COR, and timely submission of reports.
Key Information Requested
Interested small businesses should provide:
- Company details (name, address, POC, phone, email, DUNS, CAGE).
- Capability Statement.
- Three customer references for similar services.
- Small business size representation for NAICS 488119 – Other Airport Operations (Size Standard: $40M).
- Feedback on assigned NAICS (488119) and PSC (Z1BD - Maintenance of Airport Runways and Taxiways).
- Experience with runway friction testing, especially for Government/military airfields.
- Types of CFME used, calibration/maintenance procedures, and personnel qualifications/training.
- Capacity for servicing multiple, geographically separate locations.
- Coordination procedures with on-site personnel.
- Typical data/analysis included in final test reports.
- Standard commercial/Government pricing structure.
- Feedback on the attached draft PWS, including unclear, restrictive, or conflicting requirements.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product/Service Code: Z1BD - Maintenance Of Airport Runways And Taxiways
- Response Due: Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at 5:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time
- Published: April 8, 2026
- Place of Performance: Charleston AFB, SC
Additional Notes
This is not a request for quotation. Information is provided voluntarily, and no payment will be made for submission costs.