RFI 2026-002_Mar_2_26_solicitation_doc.pdf

This is a Request for Information (RFI) solicitation document issued by the Connecticut Airport Authority (CAA) for the installation of an automated parking payment technology platform at Bradley International Airport (BDL). The CAA is seeking qualified vendors to design, install, and implement this technology to enhance the parking experience for airport users. Vendors must be registered with the CAA's procurement portal at https://ctairports.procureware.com to access complete RFI documentation and submit proposals. The solicitation period runs from February 26, 2026, through April 1, 2026, with all proposals due no later than 11:00 a.m. EST on April 1, 2026. Questions regarding the RFI must be submitted by 11:00 a.m. EST on March 18, 2026, directed exclusively to the CAA's Purchasing Agent via email at procurement@ctairports.org. The RFI documentation does not specify an estimated total contract value, contract term length, renewal options, or identify designated site visits, bidders' meetings, or vendor question-and-answer sessions.

Payment terms are established as Net 45 Days with Free On Board Destination delivery terms. The solicitation documentation does not identify any set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, specific organizational type restrictions, an incumbent vendor currently providing parking payment services at BDL, estimated contract value, or funding sources and amounts. Vendors must certify upon submission that they have reviewed the complete RFI, fully understand the scope of work, and accept all terms and conditions for service delivery. The CAA reserves the right to disqualify any proposer who contacts other CAA employees or board officials outside the designated procurement contact process. Interested vendors should direct all inquiries to Kevin Lynch at procurement@ctairports.org to obtain additional information regarding this opportunity.