MARKET SURVEY - EYW ATCT (Design-Build) Tower project in Key West, FL

The Federal Aviation Administration Southwestern Region is seeking qualified Design-Build contractors to construct a new Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) at Key West International Airport in Florida. This is a mission-critical infrastructure project funded under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act that will replace the existing facility and ensure safe and continuous air traffic management. The procurement is classified under NAICS code 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) and PSC code Y1BA (Construction of Air Traffic Control Towers). Interested contractors must demonstrate relevant experience with similar vertical construction projects, maintain an active System for Award Management (SAM) registration, and submit a completed Business Declaration form. Key contract objectives include creating a resilient, modern facility that meets hurricane wind load and floodplain protection standards while complying with FAA and applicable building codes and incorporating energy-efficient design. The evaluation criteria will include quality, cost control, schedule adherence, innovation, and safety performance, with potential award fee incentives for superior performance in these areas. Responses to this market survey must be submitted by 5:00 PM (ET) on December 8, 2025, via email to the Contracting Officer.

This pre-solicitation notice is not designated as a set-aside for small businesses or other protected categories. The estimated budget for the Design-Build contract is between $45 million and $55 million, structured as a firm-fixed-price engagement with a target budget of $45 million. The anticipated Period of Performance spans approximately 4.5 years from contract award through project completion. No incumbent contractor is identified in this market survey phase, as the FAA is conducting initial market research to identify capable sources for the project. Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) will be waived for this requirement, which may reduce some compliance burdens for interested contractors. The market survey responses will inform the FAA's final solicitation strategy and help determine the competitive landscape for this significant infrastructure development opportunity.