Janitorial Services at the MVY ATCT in Massachusetts
TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION.697DCK REGIONAL ACQUISITIONS SVCS · Response deadline: Thu, 22 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), through its regional acquisitions office, is seeking janitorial services for the Martha's Vineyard Airport Traffic Control Tower (MVY ATCT) in Massachusetts. Airport traffic control towers are facilities where air traffic controllers manage aircraft movements on the ground and in the immediate vicinity of airports. Janitorial services at such facilities typically cover routine cleaning of office spaces, restrooms, common areas, and possibly specialized spaces with equipment restrictions, though specific scope details—such as square footage, frequency of service, or unique security requirements—see the solicitation.
NAICS code 561720 covers Janitorial Services, an industry category that includes establishments primarily engaged in cleaning building interiors, interiors of transportation equipment, and/or windows. This is a standard commercial services procurement rather than a construction or specialized maintenance contract.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), 697DCK Regional Acquisitions Services |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | 697DCK-27-R-00001 |
| NAICS | 561720 (Janitorial Services) |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside - Total |
| Response deadline | October 22, 2026, 3:00 PM EDT |
| Place of performance | Massachusetts |
Who can bid
This opportunity is set aside exclusively for small businesses under the Small Business Set Aside - Total program. To compete, your business must:
- Meet the SBA size standard for NAICS 561720 (see the solicitation or SBA size standards table for specific employee or revenue thresholds)
- Be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) with active status
- Hold any required certifications or clearances see the solicitation
Small business set-asides are common for routine commercial services like janitorial work, as they align with federal socioeconomic goals and the competition typically draws sufficient qualified small business interest. No HUBZone, 8(a), service-disabled veteran-owned, or woman-owned small business preferences are indicated in the metadata, though certification in any of these categories may provide additional competitiveness in certain evaluations if applicable.
How to put together a competitive bid
Janitorial services contracts at federal facilities emphasize reliability, responsiveness, and compliance over technical innovation. Structure your proposal around these elements:
Personnel and staffing: Demonstrate that you can consistently staff the position(s) given Martha's Vineyard's seasonal labor market constraints and geographic isolation. High turnover is a common failure mode in janitorial contracts—address your recruiting pipeline and backup staffing plan explicitly.
Security considerations: Airport traffic control towers are critical infrastructure. Personnel may need to pass background checks or obtain airport security badges. Detail your experience with cleared or badged workforces and your process for maintaining compliance.
Past performance: Cite comparable federal, aviation, or transportation facility contracts. Proximate geography strengthens credibility—Massachusetts or New England references carry more weight than distant examples.
Pricing strategy: Government evaluations for commercial services often use lowest-price, technically acceptable (LPTA) or tradeoff methods. Ensure your price reflects actual labor costs including travel to Martha's Vineyard, potential ferry dependencies, and prevailing wage obligations if the Service Contract Act applies (see the solicitation).
Quality assurance: Include your inspection program, customer feedback mechanisms, and corrective action protocols. The FAA will likely evaluate these as part of technical acceptability.
Next steps
- Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number 697DCK-27-R-00001
- Confirm your SAM registration is active and reflects your small business status for NAICS 561720
- Note the deadline: Responses are due October 22, 2026, at 3:00 PM EDT—eight calendar days from posting, indicating limited preparation time
- Assess logistics promptly: If unfamiliar with Martha's Vineyard operations, research transportation, labor availability, and local regulations before committing to a price
View the official notice on SAM.gov →