Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF), Airport Operations, and Security Services

St. Clair County, Illinois, through the Public Building Commission, is soliciting proposals under solicitation number 2026-28 for comprehensive public safety services at MidAmerica St. Louis Airport (BLV). The scope of work requires the contractor to provide aircraft rescue and firefighting (ARFF), airport operations, and security services. Key responsibilities include fire suppression and life-saving techniques, the removal of aviation hazards such as foreign object debris and wildlife, and the management of NOTAMS. Security duties involve 24/7 vehicle and concessionaire inspections, portal monitoring, and perimeter patrols of the Air Operations Area. The contract is scheduled for execution on January 8, 2027, with a commencement date of March 16, 2027. Qualified firms must adhere to strict regulatory standards, including 14 CFR Part 139 training for ARFF personnel and National Incident Management System (NIMS) certifications. Operations personnel are required to hold or obtain AAAE ACE Operations certification within 18 months of hire. The owner will award the contract to the most responsive and responsible proposer based on a review by a Selection Committee, who may conduct interviews to finalize the decision. Proposals must be submitted in PDF format via email to Alice Tejada by November 30, 2026, and must not exceed 20 pages. Selected contractors are required to provide performance and payment bonds using AIA Document A312 and comply with federal non-discrimination statutes, including the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Civil Rights Act of 1964.