IIJA Funded - Replace Window Washdown System at Wilmington, NC, ATCT

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is seeking a contractor to replace the window washdown system on the Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) at the Wilmington, NC facility. This Investment Infrastructure and Jobs Act (IIJA) funded project is a competitive, unrestricted Request for Proposal (RFP) under NAICS code 238220 for plumbing and air conditioning contractors. The contract requires furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision to completely replace the existing window washdown system components, including expansion tanks, chemical surfactant tanks, pumps, backflow preventers, tubing, spray nozzles, solenoid valves, and associated electrical/control wiring. Vendors must submit a complete proposal including signed solicitation forms, a completed schedule, representations and certifications, and a list of 3-5 similar projects completed within the last 5 years. All requests for information are due by April 23rd at 4:00 PM Mountain Time, with proposals electronically submitted by the final due date of April 29th, 2025.

The project will be performed at the Wilmington International Airport in North Carolina, with work restricted to weekdays between 7:00 AM and 3:00 PM to minimize disruption to airport operations. The contract has a performance period of 30 calendar days after receiving the notice to proceed. There is no specific set-aside for small businesses, though the small business size standard is $45 million in annual receipts. The contract will be awarded to the responsive and responsible offeror with the lowest total price. Interested vendors are encouraged to contact Angela Layman (Angela.Layman@faa.gov) to arrange an optional site visit and review the detailed project specifications. The Department of Transportation's Federal Aviation Administration Southwestern Region will oversee the project, which involves comprehensive replacement and installation of a new window washdown system with specific technical requirements for materials, installation, and quality control.