Market Survey: The FAA is seeking contractors that have the capabilities to design and construct stand-alone building structures in the Northeast Area.
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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 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Terminal Construction Group, AAQ-550 Boston Office, is conducting a Market Survey (Sources Sought) to identify contractors capable of designing and constructing stand-alone building structures at nine FAA Airport Traffic Control (ATCT) facilities across the Northeast. This market research aims to inform acquisition strategy development. Responses are due by March 18, 2026.
Scope of Work
The FAA seeks capabilities for the design and construction of finished, stand-alone building structures, approximately 15'x20' or 20'x20' clear inside dimensions, to house Tower Simulation Systems. Locations include ATCTs in Manchester (NH), Portland (ME), Albany (NY), Providence (RI), Poughkeepsie (NY), Atlantic City (NJ), Westchester (NY), Roanoke (VA), and Princeton (NJ).
General design and construction elements include:
- Permitting, site clearing, earthwork, and site investigations.
- Site work/foundation, structural components, and utility infrastructure.
- Facility systems (HVAC, electrical), interior finishes, and lighting.
- Pedestrian walkways, exterior lighting, and native landscaping.
Design services must include all necessary layouts, permits, surveying, and quality control. Construction involves all labor, materials, and supervision to deliver a fully functional, turn-key structure. The FAA will supply, install, and maintain electronic equipment.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Market Survey (Sources Sought) – This is NOT a Screening Information Request (SIR) or Request for Proposal (RFP). The FAA is not seeking or accepting unsolicited proposals.
- NAICS: 236220 Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (Size Standard: $45 Million).
- Contract Type: Intends to use Firm Fixed Price (FFP), but open to considering alternatives.
- Estimated Cost: $250,000 - $500,000 per site.
- Performance Period: 120 calendar days after notice to proceed.
- Response Due: March 18, 2026, 5:00 p.m. EST.
- Published: February 20, 2026.
Submittal Requirements
Interested contractors should provide:
- Company Name, Address, Point of Contact (name, email, phone).
- Business Size (e.g., Large, 8(a), SDB, Small Business).
- UEI Number.
- Relevant construction projects of similar scope and value completed within the past ten years.
- Bonding Capacity.
- Number of years in business.
- Indicate interest in single or multiple project locations, and whether proposals would be separate or combined.
Additional Notes
Responses will be used for informational purposes only and do not guarantee a contract. The Government reserves the right to use submitted information to develop acquisition strategy and potentially negotiate directly. An active SAM registration is required for any future Government award. All questions must be submitted in writing via email to Susan.Newcomb@faa.gov and Noah.H-CTR.Laub@faa.gov.