SEA Ramp Tower Services
Contract
Action Request
Item No: 8d._supp
Meeting Date: May 14, 2024
Action Requested
Request Commission authorization for the Executive Director to:
1. authorize contract execution for the operation and management of the Seattle Ramp Tower (SRT) for an estimated
cost of $16,000,000 (total three-year term with three one-year options will commence approximately January 1,
2025); and
2. enter into agreements with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in relation to managing and coordinating
operations between the SRT and the FAA.
Commission Authorization Request
SEA Ramp Tower
Background
The Seattle Ramp Tower is currently operated by Dynamic Science
Inc. This contract will end on December 31, 2024. To ensure the
continuous operation of this tower and the associated operational and
safety benefits, the Port must initiate a new competitive procurement
process to retain a Ramp Tower services operator.
• In operation since 2006
• Currently contracted services with Dynamic Science Inc.
• Cost Recovery via a “Per-Turn” fee
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Nearly Two Decades of Proven Results
Operational Improvements
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Anticipating the Needs of our Stakeholders
BEFORE:
• Multiple Conflicts
• No Coordination
• Secondary Priority
• Delays
AFTER:
• Orderly Sequencing
• Equitable Traffic Management
• Efficient Operations
• Reduced Complexity
Objectives
Safety
Efficiency
Equity
Trust
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Tri-Party Cooperation: FAA / POS / Airlines
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Runways & Taxiways
Ramps & Aprons, Gates
FAA: Runways and Taxiways POS: Ramp Control Area is Shaded Red
Safety
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• Expedited Decision
Making
• Reduced confusion
• Improved Communication
• Reduced Conflicts
• Simplified Coordination
Benefits
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Benefits to the Airlines and the Environment
• Reduced fuel burn
• Reduced crew costs
• Reduced GHG
emissions
• Shorter taxi times
• Fewer blockages
• Improved customer
experience
A 5-minute reduction in taxi times, for just 1% of our flights equates to a $1.8
million per year savings for the airlines.
