CONTRACT AWARD: RWSL Gen 2 Components
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded a one-time, fixed-price contract (Contract 6973GH-25-C-00067) to ADB Safegate Americas LLC for the acquisition of Runway Status Light (RWSL) System equipment, specifically Takeoff Hold Light (THL) Fixture-GEN 2 and Runway Entrance Light (REL) Fixture-GEN 2. Valued at $345,070.60, the contract was awarded on March 5, 2025, after a market survey and Notice of Intent to Single Source were posted on SAM.gov. ADB Safegate was selected as the sole manufacturer capable of providing light controlling equipment and fixtures that are compatible with existing RWSL systems, with no other known companies offering "plug and play" components for this specific application.
6973GH-25-C-00067 Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Franchise Acquisition Services
3/5/25, 1:42 PM RWSL Gen 2 Components
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a Special Notice announcing its intent to negotiate a single-source contract with ADB Safegate in Columbus, OH for Runway Status Light (RWSL) Generation 2 components. The procurement will specifically acquire two types of lighting fixtures: Takeoff Hold Light (THL) and Runway Entrance Light (REL) for installation at airports with RWSL systems. The Special Notice was posted on December 23, 2024, with a response deadline of January 5, 2025. A market survey was previously conducted between December 3-17, 2024, which received no responses. The contract falls under NAICS code 334511 for Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing, with a small business size standard of 1,350 employees.
The primary purpose of this Special Notice is to inform industry stakeholders about the FAA's decision to utilize single-source procurement procedures for these specialized RWSL components. ADB Safegate is identified as the only approved manufacturer for this baselined system, with control equipment specifically designed to interface with existing installed lighting systems. The announcement is informational and does not constitute a solicitation or Request for Proposal, and no competitive solicitation will be available for this procurement. Contractors interested in obtaining more information are instructed to direct all questions in writing to Contracting Officer Connie Houpt via email at connie.m.houpt@faa.gov. While the notice does not outline specific eligibility criteria beyond the NAICS classification, it emphasizes the unique nature of the procurement and the specific technical requirements of the RWSL Generation 2 components.
6973GH-25-R-00049 Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Franchise Acquisition Services
12/23/24, 4:06 PM RWSL Gen 2 Components
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is conducting a market survey for the acquisition of Generation 2 Runway Status Light (RWSL) components, specifically the Takeoff Hold Light (THL) and Runway Entrance Light (REL) Fixtures. These specialized equipment pieces are currently only known to be available from ADB Safegate in Columbus, OH, who hold proprietary data rights. The FAA seeks to develop a source list and determine potential competition for this procurement, with interested vendors required to submit a comprehensive capability statement demonstrating proof of rights to use the original equipment manufacturer's (OEM) data. Vendors must provide documentation showing their qualifications, previous contract experience, and capabilities for supplying these specific RWSL components. The market survey response deadline is December 17, 2024, at 2:00 pm CT, with submissions to be emailed to Connie Houpt at connie.m.houpt@faa.gov. All responding vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and may include additional certifications such as 8(a) or Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) status.
The procurement falls under NAICS code 334511 for Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing, with a small business size standard of 1,350 employees. While there is currently no specific set-aside designation, the FAA is evaluating the potential for small business, service-disabled veteran-owned, or 8(a) certified firm competition. The market survey is purely informational, and the FAA will not compensate vendors for response preparation or consider this a formal solicitation. Vendors are required to provide detailed information about their equipment, services, and past performance, with the FAA intending to use these responses to develop its acquisition strategy. Additionally, the Department of Transportation offers a Short Term Lending Program providing up to $750,000 in working capital assistance for small and disadvantaged businesses at prime interest rates, which may be relevant to potential vendors interested in this opportunity.
6973GH-25-MS-00873 Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Franchise Acquisition Services
12/3/24, 10:13 AM