Attachment 1 - BPA B52 Runway Lighting SOW 11 May 26.pdf
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- B-52J Commercial Engine Replacement Program Airfield Runway/Taxiway Light Removal and Replacement
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- FA301626Q0118
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This is a Statement of Work (SOW) for runway and taxiway light removal and replacement services at Kelly Field, Joint Base San Antonio Lackland, in support of the B-52J Commercial Engine Replacement Program, effective 11 May 2026.
The contractor shall remove 60 raised lights from Runway 16/34 between Taxiway C and Taxiway E, plus 38 raised lights between the runway and Boeing ramp within 110 feet of centerline; two runway exit signs (one at the NE corner of Runway 16/34 and Taxiway E, and one at the intersection of Taxiway B and Runway 34 departure end); and six signs on Taxiway E. All lights and signs must be reinstalled in original condition after the B-52 aircraft taxis or is towed to the runway, with work performed between June 2026 and December 2029. The contractor must ensure clear aircraft access from the arrival runway via Taxiway Echo to the Boeing Ramp and from the ramp back to the departure runway. All work shall occur during daylight hours, seven days per week except federal holidays, with lights removed after dawn and reinstalled before dusk. Personnel must hold an electrical license issued by the State of Texas; apprentices require supervision by a Master or Journeyman Electrician. The contractor is responsible for all safety protocols including Lockout/Tagout procedures, coordination with Civil Engineer Electrical Shop, Airfield Management, and Air Traffic Control for system outages, criminal background checks, and base access through the Growdon Gate contractor entrance. The government will provide water and electricity. Quality assurance will be coordinated between 502d CES/CE3 electricians and the Contracting Officer's Representative.
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STATEMENT OF WORK FOR
B-52J COMMERCIAL ENGINE REPLACEMENT PROGRAM AIRFIELD
RUNWAY/TAXIWAY LIGHT REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT
AT KELLY FIELD TO FACILITATE SAFE AIRCRAFT OPERATIONS JOINT
BASE SAN ANTONIO LACKLAND
11 May 2026
1. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES: The contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision and all other items or services necessary to perform the requirements as described in this Statement of Work (SOW) at JBSA Lackland, Kelly Airfield, TX.
• Uninstall and remove from flight line the sixty (60) raised lights for the length of Runway
16/34 between Taxiway C and Taxiway E as well as thirty-eight (38) raised lights between Runway 16/34 and the Boeing ramp that are within 110 feet from runway/taxiway centerline (left and right).
• Uninstall and remove from flight line the one (1) runway exit sign located at the NE corner of runways 16/34 and taxiway E.
• Uninstall and remove from flight line the one (1) runway exit sign at the intersection of Taxiway B and departure end of Runway 34 to accommodate back-taxi as required after landing on Runway 34.
• Uninstall and lay down in the same vicinity the six (6) signs on Taxiway E
Replace the raised lights/signs after the B-52 taxis or is towed to the runway as defined in this SOW.
Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring the B-52 has access to Boeing from the runway and ensure the lights/signs are restored back to original condition. The runway and taxiway lights and signs, as described in this SOW, are included in this contract.
(See Appendices for amplifying maps.)
1.1. Basic Services: The contractor shall perform tasks in this SOW in compliance with federal, state, local environmental laws, and in accordance with current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations. Task consists of, but is not limited to:
• Uninstall and remove from flight line the sixty (60) raised lights for the length of Runway
16/34 between Taxiway C and Taxiway E as well as thirty-eight (38) raised lights.
between Runway 16/34 and the Boeing ramp that are within 110 feet from runway/taxiway centerline (left and right).
• Uninstall and remove from flight line the one (1) runway exit sign located at the NE corner of runways 16/34 and taxiway E.
• Uninstall and remove from flight line the one (1) runway exit sign at the intersection of Taxiway B and departure end of Runway 34 to accommodate back-taxi as required after landing on Runway 34.
• Uninstall and lay down in the same vicinity the six (6) signs on Taxiway E. (See Appendix 1)
Replacing the raised lights/signs after the B-52 taxis or is towed to the runway/ramp as defined in this SOW. Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring the B-52 has clear access between the runway and the Boeing ramp and ensure the lights/signs are restored back to original condition at arrival, test flights and departure as outlined.
The B-52 arrival path will be from the arrival runway to Taxiway Echo, crossing Taxiway Alpha, and stay on Taxiway Echo to the Boeing Ramp.
If the B-52 does not arrive as planned, the contractor shall restore the raised lights to their original condition. In such event, the Government reserves the right to exercise the priced option CLIN to repeat the tasks of this SOW at a date after the originally planned services, but no later than 12 February 2027.
The B-52 departure path will be from the Boeing Ramp to Taxiway Echo, crossing Taxiway Alpha, and stay on Taxiway Echo to the departure runway.
After the runway lights/signs are reinstalled, if found inoperable as originally determined, then the contractor shall repair the lights/signs. Contractor shall be responsible for lights/signs that are damaged during the performance of this contract. Lights must be kept safe from harm. Do not allow the lights, signs, and all associated bases and attachments to become wet, run over, walked on, mowed over, or dropped.
1.2. Estimated Timeline: Aircraft 1 is planned to arrive between 15 June and 31 October 2026, with Aircraft 2 planned to arrive in January 2027. Departures are planned to occur between August 2028 and December 2029. Mobilize: contractor will be given a minimum of two days’ written notice to mobilize.
• Document lights/signs that are not working. (Max 1 hour)
• Remove raised lights/signs. (Max 2 hours)
• Remain on site while B-52 taxis, checks and parks at arrival. (Max 3 hours)
• Remain on site while B-52 performs test flights. (Max 4 hours)
• Replace lights/signs after arrival, end of test flights, and departure. (Max 2 hours)
• Document lights that are not working. (Max 1 hour)
• Repair lights that are not working after event but were working before event. (Max 3 hours)
• Demobilize
1.3. Contractor Personnel: Contractor personnel shall have an electrical license issued by the State of Texas to perform electrical work. No Apprentice shall work under this contract without the supervision of a Master or Journeyman Electrician.
1.4. Safety: Contractor shall follow all necessary safety requirements to safely execute hazardous electrical energy control (Lockout/Tagout – LOTO) systems, Constant Current Regulators (CCRs), airfield lighting vaults and associated series circuits during the performance of the SOW. The contractor is responsible for ensuring the absolute safety of all personnel and preventing the unexpected energization of flightline visual aid systems.
1.4.1. Applicable Directive and Standards: All airfield electrical LOTO operations shall strictly comply with the most current versions of the following directives:
• DAFMAN 91-203, Air Force Occupational Safety, Fire and Health Standards (specifically Chapter 8: Electrical Safety and Chapter 29, Hazardous Energy Control)
• UFC 3-560-01, Unified Facilities Criteria, Electrical Safety, O&M
• UFC 3-535-01, Visual Air Navigation Facilities
• FAA Advisory Circular 150/5340-26, Maintenance of Airport Visual Aid Facilities
• OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147 & 1910.333, Control of Hazardous Energy & Electrical Safety Work
Practices
• Local installation Airfield Operations Instructions (AOI) and Flightline Safety policies
1.5. Tri-Partite Coordination (Host, Airfield, Contractor): Due to the critical nature of flight operations, the contractor shall coordinate all system outages and electrical LOTO activities with the Civil Engineer Electrical Shop, Airfield Management (Base Operations) and Air Traffic Control (ATC).
• No airfield lighting circuit shall be de-energized or locked out without explicit authorization from Airfield Management and ATC
• The contractor shall assist CE and Airfield Management in identifying required Notice to Air Missions (NOTAMs) associated with the lighting outage.
2. GENERAL INFORMATION:
2.1. Hours Of Operation: All work shall be performed during the daylight hours, 7 days a week, except for federal holidays. Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) are rules used to regulate the flying and navigating of an aircraft using instruments alone. When in effect the runway lights must be turned on. If the lights are not working, then the runway must be closed until repairs are made. The B-52 will not be permitted to arrive on days when conditions are IFR. The airfield determines IFR condition. The B-52 will not be permitted to depart at night. Contractor shall not start take down of lights until after dawn and contractor shall reinstall and have the lights working before dusk of the same day.
2.2. Criminal Background Checks: Contractor shall ensure a criminal background check has been performed on all employees working on the installation. This check will be done by the government. The contractor shall contact Rolando Villarreal, Civil Engineering Squadron (CES), rolando.villarreal@us.af.mil for a base pass and contact TSgt Benito Carrasco, Deputy Airfield Manager, benito.carrasco@us.af.mil to be added to the Entry Authorization List (EAL) to gain access to the runway. This EAL requires an extended background check. These checks shall be completed prior to the first day of performance.
2.3. Restricted And Controlled Areas: Contractor is not permitted to enter the red zone restricted areas. These zones are located on the aprons.
To access controlled areas, the contractor shall be escorted by airfield management to perform the tasks associated with this SOW. Contractor’s vehicle shall be marked with their company logo.
Airfield management will have the required radios for airfield access and operations. Contractor shall enter the base using the Growdon Gate contractor’s entrance. Contractor shall leave the airfield the same way they entered. Do not drive on the airfield without an escort.
mailto:rolando.villarreal@us.af.mil mailto:benito.carrasco@us.af.mil
2.4. Damages: The contractor shall take precautions to prevent damage to government property. The contractor shall repair or replace damaged items (to include ruts) at no additional cost to the government. All repair or replacement of lights shall be completed as soon as physically possible. The runway shall remain opened. The lights shall be fixed prior to dusk, or the runway will be forced to close. Contractor shall document with civil engineering and/or OSS airfield manager the existing condition of the lights prior to start of work. The runway and taxiways will remain open during documenting the existing conditions of the lights and signs.
2.5. Quality Assurance: The government will inspect contractor work and document inspections. Acceptance of work will be coordinated between 502d CES/CE3 electricians and 502d CES/CE5S Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).
2.6. Quality Control: The contractor shall develop and maintain a Quality Control Program to ensure services are performed in accordance with the SOW.
3. GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY AND SERVICES: Not applicable.
3.1. Utilities: The government will provide water and electricity as needed in performance of work.
4. APPENDICES:
Appendix A - Sign Location Map Appendix B - Kelly Field Layout & Light/Sign Locations
Uninstall/lay down 6 signs along Taxiway E
APPENDIX A – Sign Location Map
APPENDIX B – Kelly Field Layout & Light/Sign Locations
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