Solano County Airport Fixed Base Operator (FBO) Services RFI 905-1102-27, 2026 - Nut Tree Airport
Solano CountyCounty · Fairfield, CA- Due
- Dec 8, 2026
- 27 days left
- Posted
- Nov 2, 2026
- Primary contact
- Nesmith Despabiladeras
- (707) 784-6322
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Summary
The County of Solano, General Services Department, is requesting information from qualified firms regarding the potential delivery of Fixed Base Operator (FBO) services at the Nut Tree Airport in Vacaville, California.
This RFI is intended for market research and planning purposes to evaluate potential service models, business terms, capital investment, and market interest. The scope encompasses commercial FBO operations including fuel services (AvGas and Jet A procurement, inventory management, fueling, equipment maintenance), aircraft line and ramp services (parking, marshalling, towing, tie-down management), pilot, passenger, and customer services, and FBO facilities administration. Additive alternatives include fuel infrastructure capital investment, hangar and tie-down administration, airport operations support, broader airport management services, and private aeronautical development. Responses are due by December 8, 2026.
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/solanocounty
- Scope location
- Vacaville, CA
Questions about this RFI
How do I respond to this RFI from Solano County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 8, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/solanocounty. For questions, contact Nesmith Despabiladeras.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFI?
Most government agencies, including Solano County in CA, 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 RFI 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 Nesmith Despabiladeras at (707) 784-6322. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Solano County?
All active and historical solicitations from Solano County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Solano County 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 December 8, 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 RFI?
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. Review the full document from Solano County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Vacaville, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.