HARBSS-2026-03.pdf

This is a Sources Sought notice issued by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) for the design and build of a covered parking structure for fighter aircraft F-35. The project seeks a Design-Build contractor to design and construct a non-enclosed, standing seam metal roof canopy structure capable of accommodating two composite-sized fighter aircraft F-35. The procurement is classified under NAICS code 236220 for Commercial and Institutional Building Construction. The notice requests information from potential contractors regarding their qualifications, experience, and proposed approach to the project. Sources Sought notices are informational documents used to gauge market interest and contractor capabilities prior to formal solicitation release.

The document serves as a preliminary market research tool and does not constitute a formal request for proposals or binding procurement action. Interested contractors are encouraged to submit information demonstrating relevant experience with similar design-build projects, particularly those involving specialized structures for aerospace or military applications. This notice allows FDOT to evaluate the competitive landscape and refine project requirements before issuing a formal solicitation. Contractors responding to this notice should highlight their experience with metal roof canopy structures, aircraft facility design, and design-build delivery methods. Additional details regarding timeline, budget, specific performance requirements, and formal solicitation procedures would be provided in subsequent procurement documents.