ITB_AP_49-26_Final.pdf

This is an Invitation to Bid (ITB) issued by the Department of Transportation Services (DTS) for Okaloosa County, Florida, soliciting qualified contractors for comprehensive taxiway rehabilitation and airfield improvements at a municipal airport facility. The scope of work includes asphalt pavement rehabilitation of Taxiway A and associated taxiway connectors, realignment of the Hangar Row Taxilane with rehabilitation of associated taxi streets, modifications to affected airfield signage and lighting, drainage improvements, pavement markings, and site restoration. Bidders are required to submit comprehensive pricing for all work items, labor, materials, equipment, and site mobilization costs. The solicitation was posted on March 30, 2026, with a bid submission deadline of April 29, 2026. All work must comply with applicable Florida Department of Transportation standards and local municipal specifications for airport infrastructure projects.

Contractors must demonstrate substantial experience with airport pavement rehabilitation projects and possess familiarity with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and airfield operational requirements. Bidders are required to meet specific insurance requirements and bonding obligations for airfield work. The procurement process includes evaluation criteria based on price competitiveness, contractor qualifications, project timeline feasibility, and safety protocols. The ITB document does not specify an award value or budget range for the project, nor does it identify any set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, minority-owned businesses, or other socioeconomic categories that may restrict bidder eligibility. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the available documentation. Interested contractors should consult the complete ITB document for detailed pricing schedules, bonding requirements, and any additional submission requirements or restrictions.