JBSA Runway Friction Testing Services

The Department of the Air Force Air Education and Training Command is seeking runway friction testing services for four runways across three Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA) installations, including locations at Lackland, Randolph, and Randolph Auxiliary Airfield at Seguin. The procurement will follow Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) guidance, specifically AC 150/5320-12C, which mandates annual friction surveys utilizing Continuous Friction Measuring Equipment (CFME). Testing requirements include comprehensive evaluations conducted at both 40 and 60 miles per hour within ten feet of the runway centerline. The pre-solicitation notice was posted on April 10, 2025, with a response deadline of April 17, 2025, and interested vendors should contact Contract Specialist Chad Olson or Contracting Officer Emily Rodriguez for additional information. While specific evaluation criteria are not detailed in the notice, vendors can expect strict adherence to FAA standards and comprehensive technical capabilities to be key assessment factors.

The contract is designated as a total small business set-aside, indicating that only small businesses are eligible to compete for this opportunity. The period of performance spans five years, including a base year from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and four subsequent option years extending through June 30, 2030. The procurement is classified under NAICS code 488119 for Other Airport Operations and PSC category Z1BD for Maintenance of Airport Runways and Taxiways. While no specific contract value is mentioned, the multi-year nature of the contract suggests a potentially significant opportunity for qualified small business contractors specializing in airport runway friction testing services. The contract will be performed entirely within Joint Base San Antonio, Texas, and requires technical expertise in conducting precise friction measurements to ensure runway safety and compliance with federal aviation standards.