Opportunity
City of Fresno PlanetBids #12700223
Fresno Chandler Executive Airport Hangar Lease and SASO Services Opportunity
Posted
August 04, 2026
Respond By
August 31, 2026
Identifier
12700223
NAICS
488119, 488190, 481219
The City of Fresno Airports Department is seeking Letters of Interest from qualified entities to lease and operate a 3,000 square foot hangar with office space and adjacent ramp at Fresno Chandler Executive Airport (FCH). - Government Buyer: - City of Fresno, Airports Department - Opportunity Overview: - Lease and operate a 3,000 sq ft hangar with interior office space and adjacent ramp - Provide Specialized Aviation Service Operator (SASO) services for the General Aviation community - Products/Services Requested: - SASO services including: - Airframe and power plant maintenance - On-demand air transportation - Aircraft rental - Avionics maintenance and sales - Aircraft sales - Aircraft restoration - Requirements: - Minimum of three years' experience as a SASO - Demonstrated financial capability - Ability to commit to a multi-year lease at $989.16/month (plus utilities), with possible annual CPI adjustment - Must meet FCH Minimum Standards for SASO - Obtain and maintain comprehensive insurance (aviation/airport liability, aircraft hull and liability, commercial auto, workers compensation, property, and pollution liability) - Notable Details: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - This is a request for Letters of Interest, not a binding solicitation or contract award - Intended to gauge market interest for potential future competitive opportunities
Description
The City of Fresno, Airports Department, operator of Fresno Chandler Executive Airport, is soliciting Letters of Interest from qualified entities to operate a 3,000 square foot hangar including office space and an adjacent ramp. The City aims to provide the General Aviation community with Specialized Aviation Service Operator services at the airport. This is not a solicitation to operate but to gauge interest beyond current service levels. The City seeks fair market rental value for leasing the premises, with a monthly rent of $989.16 plus utilities.