Protest Review Notice for Taxiway A Rehabilitation: Phase 2

This Protest Review Notice pertains to the Melbourne Airport Authority's (MAA) procurement for the Taxiway A Rehabilitation - Phase 2 project at Melbourne Orlando International Airport in Melbourne, Florida. The project scope encompasses rehabilitation of approximately 125,000 square yards of asphalt pavement through milling and overlay operations, surface treatment of an additional 105,000 square yards, installation of 58,000 tons of asphalt, pavement marking, drainage system improvements, airfield lighting and sign component replacements, and grassing work. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting was scheduled for Thursday, April 24, 2025, at 10:00 AM, followed by mandatory site visits, with the final site visit on May 8, 2025, at 3:00 PM. Sealed proposals were due on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at 2:00 PM. A bid bond or certified check for 5% of the total bid amount was required, and no bids could be withdrawn for 60 calendar days after the scheduled receipt time. Contractors were required to submit financial responsibility documentation, relevant experience, and qualifications within five business days after bid opening.

This notice addresses a protest filed regarding the bid evaluation and award process. The procurement included a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal of 10%, mandating contractor compliance with minority and small business participation requirements. A Public Construction Bond for 100% of the awarded contract amount is required prior to contract execution. The Melbourne Airport Authority reserves the right to reject all proposals with or without cause and to waive technical errors and informalities. The project represents a substantial infrastructure investment reflecting the scope and scale of the taxiway rehabilitation work. Interested parties seeking additional information regarding the protest or procurement details can contact the Procurement Manager, Summer Wyllie-Vitt, at 321-723-6227 ext. 163.