Snow Removal Washington ARTCC & Potomac TRACON/FAA Command Center
TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION.697DCK REGIONAL ACQUISITIONS SVCS · Response deadline: Wed, 07 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Federal Aviation Administration is seeking a contractor for snow removal services at three critical air traffic control facilities in the National Capital Region: Washington Air Route Traffic Control Center (ARTCC), Potomac Terminal Radar Approach Control (TRACON), and the FAA Command Center. All three facilities are located in Leesburg, Virginia.
This is a facilities support services contract focused on winter weather operations. Snow removal at FAA facilities is mission-critical work—air traffic control centers must remain operational during all weather conditions to maintain safe national airspace operations. Contractors typically perform services such as plowing parking lots and access roads, clearing walkways and building entrances, and applying ice melt or sand as conditions require. The scope may include 24/7 readiness during winter weather events, given that air traffic control operations cannot be interrupted. Exact service levels, equipment requirements, and performance standards are not specified in the available metadata; see the solicitation.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) — 697DCK Regional Acquisitions Services |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | 697DCK26R00029 |
| NAICS | 561730 — Landscaping Services |
| Set-aside | Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.19) |
| Response deadline | October 7, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Leesburg, VA |
Who can bid
This opportunity is restricted to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) that meet the size standard for NAICS 561730. Under FAR 19.14, your business must:
- Be at least 51% unconditionally owned and controlled by one or more service-disabled veterans
- Have one or more service-disabled veterans manage day-to-day operations and make long-term decisions
- Be verified as small in SAM.gov for this NAICS code (typically $8.0 million average annual receipts for Landscaping Services)
- Hold valid SDVOSB certification in the VA's Veteran Verification Program or SBA's All Small Mentor-Protégé program, as applicable
Joint ventures are permitted if the SDVOSB partner meets these requirements and the joint venture is registered in SAM.gov. Non-SDVOSB firms may only participate as subcontractors.
How to put together a competitive bid
Snow removal contracts at federal facilities are evaluated primarily on technical capability and price. Given the 24-hour operational nature of air traffic control facilities, emphasize these elements:
Personnel and availability. Staffing plans should demonstrate capacity for rapid response—FAA facilities cannot wait for standard business hours during snow events. Highlight your experience with on-call or standby crews, response time commitments, and backup personnel plans.
Equipment and geographic proximity. Proximity to Leesburg matters for response times. Document your fleet of plows, loaders, and sidewalk equipment. If you lease equipment, include contingency arrangements.
Safety and security clearances. FAA facilities require contractor personnel to hold appropriate security credentials. Address how your team will meet Transportation Security Administration and FAA access requirements; anticipate background checks and possibly escort procedures.
Past performance. Cite comparable federal or commercial snow removal contracts, especially at critical infrastructure, military installations, or 24/7 operations facilities. Include CPARS ratings or customer references with contact information.
Pricing structure. Federal snow contracts often use unit prices (per inch or per event) or fixed monthly prices for seasonal coverage with additional provisions for extraordinary snowfall. Ensure your pricing aligns with the solicitation's preferred structure; see the solicitation.
Next steps
- Download the full solicitation immediately at SAM.gov using solicitation number 697DCK26R00029—the one-day posting window suggests urgency
- Confirm your SDVOSB status is active and verified
- Review Section L (Instructions to Offerors) and Section M (Evaluation Criteria) for specific proposal requirements, page limits, and required representations
- Note the deadline: October 7, 2026, 3:00 PM Eastern Time—submit through SAM.gov or as directed; late proposals are non-negotiable in federal acquisition
View the official notice on SAM.gov →