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Bid Title

Request for Proposal for FBO Services and Lease Agreement

Issuing Agency

City of Mccook

Location

Nebraska

Published Date

Feb 17, 2026

Closing Date

Apr 1, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

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Bid Title:	Request for Proposal for FBO Services and Lease Agreement
Category:	Request for Proposals
Status:	Open

Description: CITY OF MCCOOK MCCOOK ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION FIXED BASE OPERATOR (FBO) SERVICES AND LEASE AGREEMENT Request for Proposals (RFP) The City of McCook, Nebraska, in coordination with the McCook Economic Development Corporation (MEDC), invites proposals from qualified aviation service providers to serve as the Fixed Base Operator (FBO) at McCook Ben Nelson Regional Airport.  The sponsors seek an experienced FBO partner capable of delivering safe, reliable, compliant services while investing in the long-term success of the Airport and region.  The selected proposer will enter into a long-term lease and operating agreement with the City and MEDC to provide aeronautical and non-aeronautical services in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations Interested parties who have demonstrated their ability at comparable work are invited to submit proposals.  A listing of what the proposal statements must contain may be examined at the office of the City Clerk in the City of McCook, Nebraska and may be procured from that office.  Proposals shall be submitted to Charlie McPherson, Executive Director, McCook Economic Development Corporation, 402 Norris Avenue, Suite 301, McCook, Nebraska 69001, no later than 4:30 P.M. CDT, April 1, 2026. The Sponsor reserves the right to waive informalities or minor irregularities, to reject any and all proposals, and re-solicit if deemed to be in the best interest of the City of McCook. Dated this 16 th day of February, 2026. -s- Lea Ann Doak City Clerk Publication Date/Time: 2/17/2026 7:30 AM Publication Information: McCook Gazette, February 20, 27, and March 6, 2026 Closing Date/Time: 4/1/2026 4:30 PM Related Documents: RFP FBO Services and Lease Agreement

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)

Fixed Base Operator (FBO) Services & Lease Agreement

McCook

Ben Nelson Regional Airport

McCook, Nebraska

(KMCK)

McCook

Issued by:

City of McCook, Nebraska

Economic Development Corporation

(MEDC)

Proposal

Issue Date: February 16, 2026

Due Date: April 1, 2026 by 4:30 p.m. CDT

1. INTRODUCTION & PURPOSE

The City of McCook, Nebraska ("City"), in coordination with the McCook Economic Development

Corporation ("MEDC") (collectively, the "Sponsor"), invites proposals from qualified aviation

service providers to serve as the Fixed Base Operator ("FBO") at McCook Ben Nelson Regional

Airport ("Airport" or "KMCK").

The Airport is a publicly owned, federally obligated, FAA Part 139 certificated facility serving

commercial, general aviation, business aviation, agricultural aviation, and regional economic

development needs in southwest Nebraska. Commercial air service is currently provided by

Denver Air Connection utilizing Fairchild SA227-DC Metro 23 aircraft with nine passenger seats.

In 2025, the Airport completed an updated Airport Master Plan and Airport Layout Plan (ALP). In

January 2026, the Airport hired its first dedicated Airport Manager, signaling a strategic

transition toward enhanced operational oversight, service quality, and long-term sustainability.

The Sponsor seeks an experienced FBO partner capable of delivering safe, reliable, compliant

services while investing in the long-term success of the Airport and region.

The selected proposer will enter into a long-term lease and operating agreement

and MEDC to provide aeronautical and non-aeronautical services in compliance

applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

with the City

with all

2. AIRPORT OVERVIEW & ASSETS

General Airport Information

@ Airport Name: McCook Ben Nelson Regional Airport

@ FAA Identifier: KMCK

@ Location: McCook, Nebraska

* FAA Part 139 Classification:

Class IV

* Primary Use: Commercial and General Aviation

* Based Aircraft: Approximately 20

MEDC-Owned FBO Assets (Acquired 2025)

Office/Warehouse

Building - 2,885 sq. ft. (built 1940)

@ Office / Hangar Building - 5,230 sq. ft. (built 1 970; expanded 2000)

Shop/Warehouse

Building - 5,436 sq. ff. (built 2000; expanded 2015)

* Aircraft Hangar-12,000

sq. ft. (built 2005)

Fuel Farm - Two (2) 1 2,000-gallon underground tanks (1 00LL and Jet A)

Fuel Trucks - Two (2) fuel trucks for 1 00LL and Jet A

City-Owned Airport Infrastructure

* Runway 1 2/30 - 6,448' x 1 00' (concrete) with a 750' permanently displaced threshold on

R\/VY 30

* Runway 4/22 - 4,000' x 75' (concrete)

* Taxiways Alpha, Bravo, Charlie, and Delta

* Airfield lighting, signage, and navigational aids

* Terminal apron - approximately 800' x 250'

City-owned self-fueling facility (two 10,000-gallon above-ground tanks), self-service

pumps scheduled for construction beginning Spring 2026

3. OBJECTIVES

OF THE RFP

The objectives of this RFP are to:

Select a qualified FBO operator capable of providing safe, reliable, and compliant

aeronautical services

Establish a long-term lease and operating framework that supports sustainable Airport

operations

Ensure fair, reasonable, and nondiscriminatory

access to services for all Airport users

Promote general aviation, business aviation, transient traffic, and regional economic

development

* Maintain compliance with FAA grant assurances, federal regulations, and City policies

4. SCOPE OF SERVICES

The selected FBO shall provide, at a minimum, the following core aeronautical services, either

directly or through approved subcontracting arrangements consistent with Airport Minimum

Standards.

Required Services

* Aircraft fueling and lubricant sales (Jet A and 100LL) - Ensuring compliance with FAA-

assured fuel requirements

@ Aircraft parking and storage (ramp and hangar)

* Ground handling services, including ramp use, hangar management, towing and tie-

downs

* Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) maintenance and repair services (routine and/or MRO),

with the capability to perform annual inspections through an Inspection Authorization (IA)

* UNICOM operations

* Flight planning support and access to current weather information and briefing services.

* Pilot, passenger, and crew amenities (lounge, Wi-Fi, refreshments, ground

transportation coordination)

* Courtesy vehicles and ground transportation services

Optional/Value-Added

Services

Proposers are encouraged to identify additional services, including but not limited to:

* Part 135 charter operations or support

* Aircraft sales, brokerage, and rental

* Flight training

* Aerial application services

@ Avionics or instrument services

* Concierge and catering coordination

* Aircraft de-icing services

All services must be provided in a fair, reasonable, and nondiscriminatory manner consistent

with FAA requirements.

5. FACILITIES & DEVELOPMENT

Proposers shall describe:

* Facilities and leasehold areas to be utilized

* Planned improvements, renovations, or new construction

@ Phasing plans and implementation timelines

* Compliance with the Airport Layout Plan (ALP) and FAA design standards

Responsibility for utilities, maintenance, snow removal, and capital investment

All development must comply with FAA grant assurances, Airport Minimum Standards,

environmental regulations, and applicable local building codes.

6. REGULATORY

& SAFETY COMPLIANCE

The selected FBO must comply with all applicable requirements, including but not limited to:

FAA 14 CFR Part 139

FAA Grant Assurances

TSA security requirements (as applicable)

Airport Minimum Standards and Rules & Regulations

Environmental regulations (including SPCC and SWPPP)

Federal, state, and local nondiscrimination

requirements

All applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances

7. LEASE TERMS (SUMMARY - SUBJECT TO NEGOTIATION)

The final lease and operating agreement will be negotiated with the selected proposer and is

anticipated to include:

Lease Term: Long-term lease options with the ability to renew or extend overtime.

Leasehold Areas: Hangars, apron, terminal space, fuel facilities, and related premises

may be available.

Rent Structure: Base rent, fuel flowage fees, percentage fees, or a combination thereof

Utilities & Taxes: FBO responsible for all utilities, taxes, and assessments on leased

premises.

Maintenance & Snow Removal: FBO responsible for leased areas.

Insurance & Indemnification:

Coverage limits to be defined in final agreement.

Assignment/Sublease:

Prohibited without City approval.

Performance Standards & Default Remedies: As defined by the Sponsor.

8. PROPOSAL SUBMISSION

REQUIREMENTS

Each proposal shall include, at a minimum:

A. Executive Summary

B. Company Qualifications

& Experience

Ownership structure, years in business, comparable FBO operations, and references

C. Operational Plan

Services provided, staffing and management structure, hours of operation, fueling and

maintenance plans, safety and compliance program

D. Facilities & Development

Plan

* Use of existing facilities, proposed improvements, equipment inventory

E. Financial Proposal

* Proposed rent and escalation, fuel flowage fee, capital investment commitments,

financial capacity

F. Safety Management System (SMS) Overview

G. Disadvantaged

Business Enterprise (DBE) Participation

(if applicable)

H. Transition Plan

* Timeline, staffing, training, and continuity of service

1. Exceptions or Requested Modifications

9. EVALUATION

CRITERIA

Proposals will be evaluated using a best-value approach based on, but not limited to:

* Demonstrated experience and qualifications in operating Fixed Base Operator (FBO)

services; preference and/or additional evaluation points will be awarded to proposers

with prior FAA Part 139 airport experience

* Quality and completeness of services and operational plan

* Financial strength and long-term viability

* Capital investment and development commitment

* Customer service philosophy and safety record

@ Regulatory compliance and SMS implementation

* Proposed lease and financial terms

* Transition readiness

The Sponsor reserves the right to request interviews, clarifications, or additional documentation.

Commodity Codes

• NAICS 531120Lessors of Nonresidential Buildings (except Miniwarehouses)

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