REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS RFP AIR 2026 03 SELECTION PROCESS OF A DEVELOPER FOR AN APPROXIMATE 11 ACRE SITE FOR COMMERCIAL NON AVIATION USE ADJACENT TO THE OXNARD AIRPORT COUNTY OF VENTURA DEPARTMENT OF AIRPORTS

Location:	District of Columbia
Posted:	Mar 20, 2026
Due:	Apr 30, 2026
Agency:	Airports Council International
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	63 - Alarm, Signal, and Detection Systems R - Professional, Administrative and Management Support Services
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The County of Ventura, Department of Airports (County) is issuing a Request for Proposal (“RFP”) to solicit proposals for the development and lease of an approximate 11-acre site east of Ventura Rd. and north of 5th Street in the City of Oxnard, located within the boundaries of the Oxnard Airport approach and departure runway protection zones (“RPZ”). The desired development proposal will meet the criteria for the FAA restrictions on types of uses and those limitations (including, but not limited to height, noise, transmission frequencies, lighting and no human occupancy) See FAA AC 150/5190-4B. (Exhibit 2). Completed proposals must be submitted online through the County of Ventura Bonfire eProcurement portal at https://ventura.bonfirehub.com . Please view the full description of the RFP for more information.

Submission Deadline: Thursday, April 30, 2026, 1:00 p.m., local time

Submitting Organization: County of Ventura - Department of Airports

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

(RFP AIR 2026-03)

SELECTION PROCESS

OF A DEVELOPER FOR AN APPROXIMATE 11 ACRE SITE FOR COMMERCIAL NON-

AVIATION USE ADJACENT TO THE OXNARD AIRPORT

COUNTY OF VENTURA, DEPARTMENT OF AIRPORTS

Release Date:

March 20, 2026

555 Airport Way, Suite B

Camarillo, CA 93010

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) – Development Interest in approximately 11

acres of vacant land in the runway protection zone of the Oxnard Airport, for

commercial uses, including infrastructure projects, storage, construction

staging, etc. which meet the site constraints noted below.

I. REQUEST:

The County of Ventura, Department of Airports (County) is issuing a Request for Proposal

(“RFP”) to solicit proposals for the development and lease of an approximate 11-acre site east

of Ventura Rd. and north of 5th Street in the City of Oxnard, located within the boundaries of

the Oxnard Airport approach and departure runway protection zones (“RPZ”).

The desired development proposal will meet the criteria for the FAA restrictions on types of

uses and those limitations (including, but not limited to height, noise, transmission frequencies,

lighting and no human occupancy) See FAA AC 150/5190-4B. (Exhibit 2).

II. PURPOSE

The purpose of this RFP is to obtain prescribed information from all prospective parties in order

to select the most qualified applicant who best meets the overall development, community and

economic benefit, compatible use, and financial objectives for development of the approximate

11-acre property in the departure RPZ of the Oxnard airport. Upon completion of the selection

process, County will negotiate a long-term ground lease with the developer for the

development of the site.

Objectives

The following objectives for this development have been established:

• Development and construction of facilities that enhance the economic self-sufficiency of

the County Airports and support regional economic endeavors to benefit the County as

a whole.

• This development and associated business/services should help the Airport expand its

connection to the Community.

• Address the County of Ventura’s sustainability goals to include implementation of water

conservation measures, reduction of air pollution/greenhouse gases in its operations, or

contribute by utilizing energy conservation aspects in its construction and use of the

site.

• Achieve an economically viable commercial benefit within the constraints of the FAA

restrictions.

III. BACKGROUND:

County, as owner and sponsor of Oxnard Airport (OXR), is exploring potential revenue-

generating uses of certain airport property. Specifically, the airport owns an approximate 11-

acre parcel (“The Site”) to the east of the runway that is physically separated from the airport

by Ventura Road. The Site is currently undeveloped, but has FAA equipment occupying an

approximate 10 X 10 area, which is fenced and is noted on Exhibit 1. All or portions of The Site

fall within or under several FAA-designated imaginary surfaces that support the safe operations

of aircraft to and from the airport. A portion of the land falls within the departure runway

protection zone (RPZ). The RPZ is a defined land area leading to and departing from a runway

that serves to enhance the protection of people and property on the ground.

Oxnard Airport supports one runway, Runway 7-25, which is 5,953 feet long and 100 feet wide.

The airport is classified as a Regional General Aviation airport by the FAA. The airport holds a

Class III Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 139 Airport Operating Certificate, which

is a level of potential commercial service, although the airport has not experienced commercial

service for many years.

The FAA restricts certain uses within a runway protection zone. Chart A below shows the

height limitations for facilities in the runway protection zone and shows the height limitations

based on the approach surface for The Site. On the west end of the parcel, all objects should be

below 14 feet. At the east end of the parcel, all objects should be below 24 feet.

CHART A

Any proposed uses will require the development of a 30% concept plan which the Department

of Airports can submit to the FAA for approval that the airport has met the requirements

outlined in FAA AC 150/5190-4B, Airport Land Use Compatibility Planning.

Existing Site Conditions

The Site is presently fenced with chain link fencing with an access gate from the junction of 3rd

Street north of the existing Vons grocery store and parking lot site. It is relatively flat,

unimproved, and most recently used within the last 10 years for crop farming. An abandoned

well head is located near the access gate. A FAA Navigational Aid is located on the west side of

The Site in a fenced approximate 20’ X 20’ enclosure with a locked gate. FAA maintenance staff

need to retain access to the Navigation Aid at all times with a maintenance vehicle and conduct

monthly inspections. The Site is bordered by S. Ventura Road to the west, 3rd Street to the

east, and a commercial “strip” shopping center and parking lot to the north, with partial

exposure to W. 2nd Street to the north. North of 2nd Street is residential development. A Vons

grocery store and parking lot are located to the south of the site. The site is zoned AC (Airport

Compatible) in the City of Oxnard General Plan and C- 2PD (General Commercial Planned

Development) in the City of Oxnard zoning code.

Review process

In addition to the review by the FAA for non-aeronautical uses of the land and compatibility

with the constraints of the RPZ, the development plan may be subject to review by the County

Board of Supervisors, Ventura County Transportation Commission, Airport Advisory Committee

and the Oxnard Airport Authority, as well as the County of Ventura Building & Safety and

Planning Divisions. Although the Airport is located in the City of Oxnard, the Airport property is

owned by the County of Ventura, which makes it the lead agency for permitting approvals. The

project proponent will also be required to submit FAA Form 7460-1 to the FAA for airspace

evaluation. If a solar project is proposed, a glint and glare study will be required; if there is a

potential glare issue, mitigating measures may need to be implemented, such as restricting the

angle of the solar panels at certain times of day.

IV. SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Completed proposals must be submitted online through the County of Ventura Bonfire

eProcurement portal at https://ventura.bonfirehub.com and must contain all of the following

information:

A. Developer Information:

• Identification: Name of developer and type of entity. Provide known members of the

development team such as project manager, construction company, civil engineer,

architect, landscape architect, major equity investors, etc., and role of developer and

any partners in implementation of development.

• Experience: Provide a complete description of the developer’s and key team members’

commercial development experience. Please be specific and indicate references for

each project.

• Financial Data: Provide information indicating the total estimated project cost and

evidence of sufficient financial resources to undertake the project. Provide bank or

other financing references where appropriate

• Track Record: List at least two (2) developments that are similar in design and

complexity to the project described in this information request and provide brief

narratives for each project (including size, cost and year developed)

B. Development Proposal

The Development Proposal Package shall provide a narrative description of the type of

development envisioned and its market orientation. The Package shall be limited to 20

pages, including exhibits/attachments. Proposers are responsible for ensuring their

proposals are received by the Ventura County Department of Airports on or before the

Proposal Submittal Deadline: 1:00 PM on Thursday, April 30, 2026. The time and date

recorded by the Bonfire system shall be the official time of receipt. No hard copy, oral,

telegraphic, email, facsimile, or telephone proposals or modifications will be accepted

1. Site Concept Plan. Site Plan illustrating the proposed improvements’ location and

access. The site concept plan should depict the location of water lines, stormwater

outfall and lines, and any other utility to be relocated, if deemed necessary, due to

project development. Note: The Site Plan will be considered a conceptual plan and

will be subject to adjustment and County approval once a developer has been

selected and the details of the project are finalized through the negotiation process.

2. Proposed Facilities/Services. Detail type of facilities and anticipated uses to be

provided. Please include proposed square footage by use and specificity of

components. For example, if a solar farm is being proposed, indicate the total

square footage and project improvements to be provided.

A written description must include the estimated income and benefits to the County,

plus a business plan for the proposed project. The narrative should also include a

statement of consistency with the zoning and other prevailing policies.

The County encourages development that is ecologically sustainable. Please indicate

which of the following elements, and/or others not specified, that will be

incorporated:

• Energy efficiency and the consideration of natural resources

• The avoidance of environmentally damaging materials

• Site design to enhance natural environment, and drought-tolerant landscaping

and

• “Green Building Program” tenets to minimize construction waste.

3. Pro Forma. The proposal shall include:

• Development pro forma for the project including, but not limited to, pre-

development and construction costs.

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS RFP AIR 2026 03 SELECTION PROCESS OF A DEVELOPER FOR AN APPROXIMATE 11 ACRE SITE FOR COMMERCIAL NON AVIATION USE ADJACENT TO THE OXNARD AIRPORT COUNTY OF VENTURA DEPARTMENT OF AIRPORTS

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