Opportunity
City of Gastonia #RFP_-_Gastonia_Municipal_Airport_AKH_FBO_May_2026
Gastonia Municipal Airport FBO Services Solicitation
Posted
May 11, 2026
Respond By
July 01, 2026
Identifier
RFP_-_Gastonia_Municipal_Airport_AKH_FBO_May_2026
NAICS
488119, 488190
This opportunity invites qualified companies to provide Fixed Base Operator (FBO) services at Gastonia Municipal Airport (AKH) under a non-exclusive agreement. - Government Buyer: - City of Gastonia, Department of Transportation - Contact: Randi P. Gates, Director of Transportation - Services Requested: - Comprehensive FBO services including: - Aircraft receiving, marshaling, towing, parking, tie-down, hangaring - Line service and apron servicing - Sale and dispensing of aviation fuels (AvGas and Jet A) - Aircraft ground handling - Operation of UNICOM - Provision of pilot and customer facilities - On-site aircraft maintenance by licensed A&P mechanics - Sale of aircraft parts and supplies - Aircraft rental, flight instruction (optional), aircraft charter (optional) - Avionics sales and installation (optional) - Customer transportation, custodial and grounds services - Daily inspections and employee training - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Mandatory minimum service list - Non-negotiable contract terms - Transition plan from current FBO - Compliance with FAA and local regulations - Insurance coverage: $3M liability, $100K per aircraft - Compensation proposal including fuel flowage fees and revenue sharing - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation. - Place of Performance: - Gastonia Municipal Airport (AKH), Gastonia, NC - Period of Performance: - Initial five-year term with optional five-year renewal
Description
The City of Gastonia is soliciting proposals from qualified companies to provide Fixed Base Operator (FBO) services at Gastonia Municipal Airport. The selected company will provide high-quality aeronautical services including aircraft handling, fuel sales, maintenance, and customer services. The agreement will be non-exclusive with an initial term of five years and an optional renewal of five years. Proposers must comply with FAA regulations and provide insurance coverage as specified.