Airfield Management Services - Keesler AFB Solicitation

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) between the Company and the Industrial, Technical and Professional Employees Union, OPEIU Local 4873, AFL-CIO. It outlines the terms and conditions of employment for non-supervisory airfield operations management service employees at Keesler Air Force Base, MS, under a specific Government Contract.

• Preamble: Establishes the agreement's purpose to promote efficiency, orderly bargaining, and fair wages, hours, and working conditions.
• Articles: Covers a wide range of employment-related topics including Union Recognition, Union Security, Equal Opportunity, Seniority, Grievance Procedure, Arbitration, Leaves (Military, Absence, Sick/Personal, Bereavement), Wages, Overtime, Health and Welfare, Vacations, Holidays, Pension, Uniforms, and Management Rights.
• Appendices: Details specific provisions for Wages, Shift Differential, On-Call Allowance, Base Closure Policy, Health and Welfare contributions, Vacation accrual, Holidays, Sick/Personal Leave, Bereavement Leave, and Pension contributions.
• Duration: The agreement is effective from October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2028, with provisions for automatic renewal.

Potential bidders for the Airfield Management Services contract at Keesler AFB should review this CBA to understand the labor costs, benefits, and working conditions that will apply to the unionized workforce. This information is critical for accurately estimating labor expenses and ensuring compliance with existing labor agreements if awarded the contract. Key areas to note include wage rates, overtime policies, health and welfare contributions, and leave entitlements.

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

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for Airfield Management Services (AMS) at Keesler Air Force Base (KAFB), Mississippi. The objective is to ensure a safe, efficient, and effective airfield environment for aircraft operations.

• Provides professional, safe, and effective Airfield Management Services (AMS) on a non-personal services basis.

• Requires adherence to various directives including FAA, DoD, OSHA, USAF, and AETC regulations.

• Includes core tasks for the Airfield Manager (AFM), Assistant Airfield Manager (AAFM), Airfield Management Operations Manager (AMOM), and Airfield Management Training Manager (AMTM).

• Covers services such as determining and reporting runway surface conditions, airfield restriction/closure/NOTAM procedures, emergency response, bird aircraft strike hazard mitigation, foreign object damage mitigation, airfield lighting and marking checks, and distinguished visitor support.

• Includes specific services for the Passenger Terminal, such as operations, processing, and quality control.

• Outlines requirements for government furnishings and services.

• Performance will be measured against standards defined in the Service Summary (SS).

• Key performance indicators include timely identification and correction of airfield violations, prompt reporting of runway surface conditions, adherence to BASH/wildlife response protocols, accurate and timely transmittal of NOTAMs and flight plans, and effective response to emergency actions.

• Services are to be performed at Keesler AFB, Mississippi.

• Normal Airfield Operating Hours are Monday-Friday, 0800-2300 hours. UTA weekends have specific operating hours. After-hours support is also required.

• Contractor personnel must meet specific qualifications and experience requirements.

• Requires adherence to strict security protocols, including background checks and access procedures.

• Contractor must provide specific vehicles for AMS operations.

• Requires development and maintenance of various plans, procedures, and records, including a Quality Control Plan (QCP).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation (FA301026Q0006) is for Airfield Management and Passenger Terminal Services for Keesler AFB. The acquisition is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).

• Airfield Management and Passenger Terminal Services.

• Services include both standard operating hours and "After Duty Hours" support.

• Performance is to be conducted in accordance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

• The contract type is Firm Fixed Price.

• The period of performance includes a base period from 1 April 2026 to 30 September 2026, with multiple option periods extending through 30 September 2030.

• The North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) code is 488119.

• The size standard is USD 40,000,000.00.

• Offer Due Date: 13 February 2026, 10:00 AM Local Time.

• Submission instructions are detailed within the solicitation, including the use of Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) for payment requests and receiving reports.

• Evaluation will be based on Compliance with solicitation requirements, Past Performance, and Price. Past Performance is significantly more important than Price.

• This acquisition is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) concerns.

• A site visit is scheduled for Monday, 2 February 2026, at 9:30 AM CST. Attendees must obtain base passes and follow specific entry procedures.

• Questions are due by Thursday, 5 February 2026, 12:00 PM CST.

• Attachments include the Performance Work Statement (PWS), Wage Determination, Past Performance List of References, and Past Performance Questionnaire.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Wage Determination issued under the Service Contract Act. It specifies the wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to employees performing services under a specific contract (FA3010 81 CONS CC contract) in Harrison County, Mississippi.

• Wage Determination Number: CBA-2025-107
• Revision Number: 0
• Date of Last Revision: 03/12/2025
• Governing Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA): Between Akima Intra Data (AID) and International Union of Operating Engineers Local 624, effective 04/01/2024 through 03/31/2027.
• Applicability: Applies to employees performing services covered by the CBA.

Bidders responding to the FA3010 81 CONS CC contract opportunity must understand that this wage determination dictates the minimum labor costs associated with performing the contract. Proposals must account for these required wage rates and fringe benefits to ensure compliance with the Service Contract Act.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a template for bidders to provide a list of references for past performance on previous contracts. It is intended to help the government evaluate a bidder's experience and capability to perform the work required for the current opportunity.

• Company Name: To identify the entity providing the reference.
• Contract Number: Including task order numbers if applicable.
• CPAR Availability: Indication of whether a Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) report is available.
• Description of Work Performed: Details on the work performed, including prime/subcontractor status, FTEs, position types, percentage performed, etc.
• Contract Period of Performance (POP): The duration of the contract.
• Contracting Agency POC/Customer Name, Phone # & Email: Contact information for the agency or customer.
• Contract Values: Total contract amount, annual amount, and POP for the annual amount.
• Subcontractor/Affiliate/Joint Venture Information: Details if the past performance was provided by a subcontractor, affiliate, or joint venture, including the percentage of work and type of services.

Bidders must complete this form accurately and thoroughly to demonstrate their relevant past performance. Failure to provide complete information may impact the evaluation of proposals. This document directly influences how bidders showcase their experience and how the government assesses their suitability for the opportunity.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Past Performance Questionnaire intended for use by offerors responding to solicitations. Its purpose is to gather feedback on a contractor's past performance from previous contracting activities or customers. The completed questionnaire will be part of the official source selection records.

• Offeror's Reference Information: Details about the contract being evaluated, the company, and a point of contact.
• Respondent Information: Information about the entity providing the feedback (Contracting Activity/Customer).
• Contract Information: Specifics of the contract being evaluated, including name, number, performance period, value, and a description.
• Performance Ratings: A structured rating system (Exceptional, Very Good, Satisfactory, Marginal, Unsatisfactory, N/A) for evaluating Quality of Service, Management, and Timeliness/Schedule.
• Specific Questions: Questions regarding contract adherence, problem resolution, recruitment, customer complaints, cooperation, candidate replacement, credentialing, and whether the firm would be awarded another contract.
• Termination/Notice History: Questions about contract termination for default/cause, cure notices, or show cause notices.
• Additional Comments: A section for further remarks.

Bidders are required to have their past performance evaluated using this questionnaire. They must ensure it is completed accurately and submitted by the specified deadline (February 5, 2026, 10:00 AM CST) to the designated Contract Specialist and Contract Officer via email as a PDF. Failure to return the questionnaire in its entirety by the due date may impact consideration for the opportunity. The ratings and comments provided will directly influence the source selection evaluation.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This notice announces the intent of the 81st Contracting Squadron to issue a competitive acquisition for Airfield Management Services on a non-personal services basis at Keesler Air Force Base (AFB), Mississippi (MS). The acquisition is 100% set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).

• Services to be provided in accordance with a Performance Work Statement (PWS).

• Applicable NAICS code: 488119.

• Size standard: $40.0M.

• Contract type: Firm-fixed price.

• Period of Performance: 01 April 2026 – 31 March 2027, with four one-year option periods.

• Solicitation documents, including the PWS, will be posted on SAM.gov on or about 15 January 2026.

• Interested parties must monitor SAM.gov for updates and amendments.

• Quotes will be considered if submitted by the closing date and time specified in the solicitation package.

• All prospective offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• 100% set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).

• Solicitation questions will only be accepted in writing via email once the solicitation is posted.

• Answers to questions will be posted on SAM.gov.

• The Government is not obligated to award a contract or pay for quote preparation costs.

• The Government reserves the right to cancel the solicitation.