On-Call Airfield Runway Friction Testing Services - BPA

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the FA3099-26-Q-1010, On-Call Airfield Runway Friction Testing Services - BPA opportunity.

• Mobilizations: The government anticipates one mobilization per call order issued against the BPA. An estimated quantity of four (4) testing events/mobilizations per year is provided for evaluation, but this is not a guaranteed purchase.
• Hours of Access: Testing will be scheduled and performed during non-flying hours within the third calendar week following the week a call is issued. Specific hours will vary weekly based on the flying schedule, which is posted every Friday for the following week.
• Submission Deadline: Quote submissions are due by 10 APR 2026 at 01:00 PM CDT.

The submission deadline for quotes has been clarified. Bidders should note the estimated quantity for mobilizations is for evaluation purposes only and not a guarantee of work.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Wage Determination issued under the Service Contract Act (SCA). It lists the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations performing services on federal contracts within specific geographic areas. This document is crucial for contractors to understand their labor cost obligations.

• Wage Determination Number: 2015-5303, Revision No.: 30, Date of Last Revision: 12/03/2025
• Geographic Area: Texas Counties of Edwards, Kinney, Real, Uvalde, Val Verde.
• Occupational Listings: Provides a comprehensive list of occupations (e.g., Administrative Support, Automotive Service, Health Occupations, Information Technology, Mechanics, Protective Services) with corresponding minimum hourly wage rates.
• Fringe Benefits: Specifies Health & Welfare benefits ($5.55/hour or $222.00/week), Health & Welfare EO 13706 ($5.09/hour or $203.60/week), Vacation (2 weeks after 1 year, 3 weeks after 8 years, 4 weeks after 15 years), and Holidays (11 paid holidays).
• Executive Orders: Notes applicability of Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors), including specific hourly rates and conditions.
• Footnotes: Provides additional details for specific occupations, such as exemptions for computer employees and special pay differentials (night, Sunday, hazardous pay).
• Conformance Process: Outlines the procedure for requesting additional classifications and wage rates not listed in the determination.

This wage determination directly impacts the labor costs associated with any contract requiring services in the specified Texas counties. Bidders must use these rates to accurately calculate their proposed pricing to ensure compliance with the Service Contract Act and relevant Executive Orders. Failure to adhere to these wage and benefit requirements can lead to contract violations.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for on-call airfield friction testing services at Laughlin Air Force Base (AFB) and Spofford Auxiliary Airfield. The primary goal is to provide timely and accurate friction data to support a condition-based maintenance schedule for runway rubber removal, thereby enhancing safety and optimizing operational spending.

• The contractor shall perform friction testing on three (3) runways at Laughlin AFB and one (1) runway at Spofford Auxiliary Airfield.

• Testing will be ordered on an as-needed basis via firm-fixed-price calls against a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA).

• The contractor must provide all necessary personnel, equipment, tools, materials, and supervision.

• Testing is required to ensure a safe operational environment, with frequency dependent on weather, operational tempo, and maintenance schedules.

• All tests must be conducted in accordance with FAA Advisory Circular (AC) 150/5320-12C.

• Testing must be performed under "wet" conditions with a controlled water depth of 1.0 mm (0.04 inches).

• Specific test runs are required at 40 mph and 60 mph, along the main aircraft wheel paths, with four lateral test runs per speed.

• Testing on all four runways must be completed within 72 hours of airfield access being granted, during non-flying hours.

• The BPA is for a one-year period, with potential for four one-year extensions.

• Testing occurs at Laughlin AFB and Spofford Auxiliary Airfield.

• Testing must be scheduled and performed during non-flying hours within the third calendar week following the week a call is issued.

• The contractor must use a certified and FAA-approved Continuous Friction Measuring Equipment (CFME) and a trained operator.

• Certified backflow prevention is required for water filling operations.

• The contractor must provide Pre-Performance Certifications, including operator training/certification, CFME calibration, and proof of backflow prevention.

• Formal test reports are due within five business days after each testing event, and an End-of-Year Summary Report is required annually.

• The contractor and personnel must comply with all base security, access, and driving requirements, including background checks and potential flight line driving training.

• The contractor must develop and maintain a Quality Control Plan (QCP).