NextGen Lab O&M

The FAA William J. Hughes Technical Center is forecasting the upcoming opportunity for the Operations and Maintenance of the NextGen Lab, which supports pavement materials research and testing. This effort falls under NAICS code 541330, indicating it involves scientific and technical consulting services related to the management and technical support of a specialized laboratory environment. The contract will require comprehensive oversight of laboratory functions including equipment maintenance, procedural compliance, safety protocols, sample handling, and technical support for ongoing pavement material studies critical to aviation infrastructure development. The point of contact for this forecast is Ryan Rutter, who can be reached via email at Ryan.Rutter@FAA.gov, with Deborah Hemphill serving as the Small Business Specialist. No specific solicitation number has been issued yet, and the posting date indicates the forecast was published on September 24, 2025. While details such as place of performance and set-aside status are not yet defined, the work is expected to be performed at the FAA’s technical center. Interested parties should monitor the Acquisition Gateway for the official solicitation, as this forecast serves as an early indication of upcoming procurement activity pending formal release.