Lee County Port Authority - Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) F3 Foam Transition - RFP 26-0082MC (2026)
Lee County Port AuthorityAirport Authority · FL- Due
- Nov 5, 2026
- 8 days left
- Posted
- Oct 5, 2026
- Primary contact
- Matthew Catoe
- (239) 590-4565
The 30-second brief
Lee County Port Authority seeks proposals for the Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) F3 Foam Transition project to convert seven ARFF vehicles and associated storage systems from aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF) to synthetic fluorine-free foam (SFFF). Scope of work includes removing AFFF storage tanks, piping, fill pumps, and hoses at Station 91 (Page Field) and Station 92 (Southwest Florida International Airport), draining and disposing of 1,200 gallons of 3% AFFF concentrate at Station 92 and 800 gallons at Station 91, cleaning and rinsing foam tanks with PFAS-mobilizing solvent and heated water, conducting FAA-required testing per CertAlert 26-03 and NFPA 460 using refractometers or conductivity meters, and disposing of waste at a Subtitle C RCRA landfill. Submission deadline is November 5, 2026. A non-mandatory pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for October 14, 2026, with questions due by October 22, 2026.
Transition and test seven ARFF vehicles to SFFF; removal of AFFF storage tanks and piping at Station 91 and Station 92; disposal of AFFF concentrate, Rinsate, Empty drums, And contaminated bulk waste; FAA-compliant testing including input-based testing per CertAlert 26-03 and NFPA 460
Proposer’s Organizational Structure and Location (10%), Technical Approach & Safety Management (30%), Qualifications & Past Performance (25%), Capacity, Schedule & Risk Mitigation (15%), Fee and Cost Proposal (15%), References (5%)
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Summary
Lee County Port Authority seeks proposals for the Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) F3 Foam Transition project to convert seven ARFF vehicles and associated storage systems from aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF) to synthetic fluorine-free foam (SFFF).
Scope of work includes removing AFFF storage tanks, piping, fill pumps, and hoses at Station 91 (Page Field) and Station 92 (Southwest Florida International Airport), draining and disposing of 1,200 gallons of 3% AFFF concentrate at Station 92 and 800 gallons at Station 91, cleaning and rinsing foam tanks with PFAS-mobilizing solvent and heated water, conducting FAA-required testing per CertAlert 26-03 and NFPA 460 using refractometers or conductivity meters, and disposing of waste at a Subtitle C RCRA landfill. Submission deadline is November 5, 2026. A non-mandatory pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for October 14, 2026, with questions due by October 22, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Transition and test seven ARFF vehicles to SFFF
- Removal of AFFF storage tanks and piping at Station 91 and Station 92
- Disposal of AFFF concentrate, Rinsate, Empty drums, And contaminated bulk waste
- FAA-compliant testing including input-based testing per CertAlert 26-03 and NFPA 460
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Form 1: Proposer's Certification
- Form 2: Lobbying Affidavit
- Form 3: Public Contracting and Environmental Crimes Certification
- Form 4: Scrutinized Companies Certification
- Form 5: Affidavit of Compliance
- Proposal Bond
- Proof of insurance or insurability
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/flylcpa
- Scope location
- Fort Myers, FL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Lee County Port Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 5, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/flylcpa. For questions, contact Matthew Catoe.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Lee County Port Authority in FL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Matthew Catoe at (239) 590-4565. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Transition and test seven ARFF vehicles to SFFF; removal of AFFF storage tanks and piping at Station 91 and Station 92; disposal of AFFF concentrate, Rinsate, Empty drums, And contaminated bulk waste; FAA-compliant testing including input-based testing per CertAlert 26-03 and NFPA 460. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Proposer’s Organizational Structure and Location (10%), Technical Approach & Safety Management (30%), Qualifications & Past Performance (25%), Capacity, Schedule & Risk Mitigation (15%), Fee and Cost..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lee County Port Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Lee County Port Authority are tracked and searchable. As a airport authority agency, Lee County Port Authority regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 5, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Form 1: Proposer's Certification, Form 2: Lobbying Affidavit, Form 3: Public Contracting and Environmental Crimes Certification, Form 4: Scrutinized Companies Certification, Form 5: Affidavit of Compl. Review the full document from Lee County Port Authority for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Fort Myers, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.