N0060426Q4106 TWR Operations Support Services
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP GLOBAL LOGISTICS SUPPORT.NAVSUP FLC PEARL HARBOR.NAVSUP FLT LOG CTR PEARL HARBOR · Response deadline: Sat, 17 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Navy is seeking operations support services for TWR (Tower) systems at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam (JBPHH), Hawaii. This is a small business set-aside for total small business participation, meaning only qualified small businesses under the applicable NAICS size standard may compete.
Tower operations support services in naval contexts typically encompass air traffic control tower operations, communications tower maintenance, or similar infrastructure support functions critical to base operations. Given the location at JBPHH—a major Navy and Air Force joint installation in the Pacific—this work likely involves supporting tower systems that enable flight operations, port coordination, or base communications. The specific scope of services, performance requirements, and deliverables are not specified in the available metadata; see the solicitation for complete technical requirements.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Pearl Harbor |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0060426Q4106 |
| NAICS | 488310 — Port and Harbor Operations |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside - Total |
| Response deadline | October 16, 2026, 4:00 PM HST (UTC-10) |
| Place of performance | JBPHH, HI |
NAICS 488310 covers establishments primarily engaged in operating ports, harbors, and other docking and loading facilities. This classification includes services such as piloting vessels in and out of harbors, loading and unloading cargo, and operating harbors and port facilities. For TWR operations support at Pearl Harbor, this suggests the tower systems may relate to harbor operations, ship traffic control, or port safety coordination rather than exclusively aviation functions.
Who can bid
This opportunity is restricted to small business concerns that meet the size standard for NAICS 488310. The Small Business Administration's current table of size standards should be consulted to confirm the applicable employee or revenue threshold. Generally, port and harbor operations fall under an employee-based standard.
Eligible bidders must:
- Be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) with active status
- Hold all required Navy or DoD certifications for the work proposed
- Demonstrate relevant past performance in port/harbor operations, tower systems support, or comparable maritime infrastructure services
Joint ventures and mentor-protégé arrangements may bid if structured to qualify as a small business concern. See the solicitation for any additional eligibility certifications or representations required.
How to put together a competitive bid
For maritime operations support contracts, successful bids typically emphasize operational readiness and local workforce capability. Consider these elements:
Technical approach: Detail your methodology for maintaining tower system uptime, staffing models for 24/7 operations if required, and contingency plans for equipment failure or emergency response. Pearl Harbor's strategic importance means reliability metrics will carry significant weight.
Personnel qualifications: Identify key personnel with relevant maritime, electronics, or tower maintenance certifications. Security clearances and Hawaii-based staff may be advantageous given the remote performance location.
Past performance: Cite contracts for comparable port operations, tower support, or DoD infrastructure services in Pacific theater or similarly remote locations. Demonstrated familiarity with Navy working environments strengthens credibility.
Pricing: Combined synopsis/solicitation notices often indicate simplified acquisition procedures. Review whether this falls under SAT threshold limitations and whether the Navy expects fixed-price or time-and-materials structure.
Small business advantage: For total small business set-asides, emphasize any additional socio-economic certifications (Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, HUBZone, etc.) that may provide evaluation preference if the solicitation includes such provisions.
Next steps
Access the full solicitation at SAM.gov using solicitation number N0060426Q4106 to obtain the statement of work, evaluation criteria, and proposal instructions.
Note the compressed timeline: Posted October 10, 2026, with response due October 16, 2026—only six days. Confirm whether amendments have extended this deadline and prepare questions for submission before any Q&A cutoff.
Verify SAM registration status immediately; expired or inactive registration disqualifies.
Consider site visits or virtual industry engagement if offered, given the specialized nature of the performance location.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →