Automated Weather Observing Systems (AWOS) Maintenance Services

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) soliciting maintenance services for twelve operational Automated Weather Observing Systems (AWOS) units located throughout the state. The solicitation, numbered IFB605CO20001565, seeks qualified vendors to provide comprehensive maintenance services for these critical aviation infrastructure components, with bids due by February 18, 2020 at 2:00 PM CST. The required services include performing routine and non-routine maintenance, testing, meter readings, and completing FAA forms in strict accordance with FAA guidelines, specifically AC 150/5220-16E and the AWOS Operations and Maintenance Manual. All maintenance personnel must hold current FAA Verification Authority for the specific equipment type and possess applicable FCC licenses. Technicians will be responsible for conducting all necessary tests and repairs to ensure the AWOS units remain fully operational, with the goal of minimizing system downtime. The contract will be awarded to the overall lowest bidder who can meet all technical specifications and requirements, with the initial contract term set for one year and the option to renew for four additional one-year periods.

The solicitation encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE), with specific participation goals of 10% MBE and 5% WBE. Service-Disabled Veteran (SDV) businesses may also receive preference in the evaluation process. Bidders are required to submit comprehensive documentation, including detailed information about their company's experience (specifically from the past five years), personnel qualifications, current Verification Authorities for all technicians, and at least one client reference from the past three years. Special order parts will be provided by MoDOT and can be drop-shipped either to the project site or directly to the contractor. The contractor must maintain specific insurance coverage, including commercial general liability insurance ($500,000 per person/$3,000,000 per occurrence), automobile liability insurance with similar limits, and Missouri workers' compensation coverage. While a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the maintenance services and the multi-year potential renewal structure suggest a substantial procurement opportunity for qualified vendors in the aviation maintenance sector.