ADS Cab Glass Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration seeks replacement of fogging cab glass units at Addison Air Traffic Control Tower in Addison, Texas, with proposals due May 20, 2026 at 1700 CT. This is a Total Small Business set-aside, firm fixed price, one-job lump sum contract with an estimated value of $300,000 to $400,000. Amendment 0001, effective May 6, 2026, incorporates the Government's Questions and Answers document into the solicitation.

Place of performance is Addison, Texas. The contractor must begin work within 10 calendar days of award and complete all work within 30 calendar days. A pre-offer site visit is scheduled for April 24, 2026 at 1200 CT, strongly urged though not mandatory. Clarification requests are due by 1200 CT on April 28, 2026.

The work requires replacement of four specific cab insulated glass units (units 2, 3, 4, and 10) with Type II insulating glass to FAA specifications including 1/2-inch clear float glass panes, dark bronze metal separators, and dual sealing systems. Contractor operations must comply with FAA line-of-sight restrictions; cranes cannot be positioned north or south of the tower. Crane operations exceeding 20 feet above the tower roof require FAA Obstruction Evaluation/Airport Airspace Analysis forms with a minimum 60-day processing period. Work is restricted to Monday through Thursday, 40 hours per week, with cab work limited to 0800–1300 local time and exterior temperature not exceeding 80 degrees Fahrenheit.

The contractor must hold a current SAM registration, provide bonding capability and insurance coverage (minimum $500,000 comprehensive general liability and $1,000,000 umbrella), and demonstrate acceptable past performance. The qualified glazing contractor must have a minimum five years' experience and 4,000 square feet of high-rise or ATCT glazing work; the project foreman must be certified under the National Glass Associations Certified Glass Installer Program. Performance and payment bonds equal to 100 percent of contract price are required. Award will be made to the lowest-priced technically acceptable offer. NAICS 238150; PSC Z1BA. Davis-Bacon prevailing wage rates apply per General Decision Number TX20260241.