Rebid of Requirements Contract for High Pressure Water Blast for Rubber Removal on Runway and Centerline Surfaces

The City of Fresno is soliciting proposals for a multi-year requirements contract to provide high-pressure water blasting services for the removal of aircraft tire rubber and paint from runways and centerline surfaces at the Fresno airport. The scope of work includes an annual spring cleaning of up to 186,000 square feet on Runways 29R and 29L, and a fall cleaning of up to 4,200 square feet on the approach end of Runway 29R. The contractor is responsible for providing all labor, equipment, and materials, utilizing water heated to 200 degrees Fahrenheit at 5,000 PSI. Strict environmental and performance standards apply, requiring the capture of at least 90 percent of recoverable waste and the recycling of at least 75 percent of cleaning solutions, with no chemicals permitted. The contract features an initial two-year term with the possibility of three optional one-year extensions. Award selection will be based on a best-value trade-off process, evaluating the proposer's ability to meet service requirements, past performance, conformance to terms, and cost. Proposals must be submitted electronically via Planet Bids by July 14, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. The successful contractor must comply with OSHA, EPA, and FAA 139 standards, provide a performance bond, and maintain comprehensive insurance naming the City of Fresno as an additional insured. All waste materials must be managed and disposed of off-site in accordance with the Clean Water Act and Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan requirements.