Airport Fixed Base Operator

The Wicomico County Department of Aviation is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for qualified parties to provide non-exclusive Fixed Base Operator (FBO) services at the Salisbury-Ocean City Wicomico Regional Airport (SBY). The selected FBO will be responsible for aircraft ground handling, fueling, hangaring, maintenance, and pilot/passenger amenities. Respondents must provide detailed technical and cost proposals, with a pre-proposal bidders meeting scheduled for October 29, 2024, and the deadline for submitting questions set for November 5, 2024. Sealed proposals are due by December 19, 2024, at 2:00 PM and will be opened and read aloud. The contract term is not specified, but the RFP indicates a preference for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation.

The current FBO operator, XYZ Aviation, has held the contract for the past ten years. Funding for this contract will be provided through airport revenue and potential Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) grants. Respondents must demonstrate financial stability and the ability to make necessary capital investments to upgrade airport infrastructure and equipment. The RFP does not provide specific details on pricing terms, set-asides, or contract renewal options, but it suggests a budget range may be available.