Air Center Apron Expansion

The Charlotte County Airport Authority is seeking bids for the Air Center Apron Expansion project at Punta Gorda Airport (PGD), a comprehensive civil and airside infrastructure development initiative. The procurement involves constructing a new General Aviation Center ramp expansion on the airport's north side, which includes expanding the asphalt aircraft parking ramp, creating a new Taxilane G3, and performing extensive site improvements across approximately 11.9 acres. Key deliverables include clearing and grubbing, site demolition, earthwork, drainage improvements, pavement markings, taxiway edge lighting, electrical duct banks, and turfing. The project is divided into multiple bid schedules (A, B, C, and D) with varying scopes and construction durations ranging from 123 to 210 calendar days. Bidders must submit proposals by October 28, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. local time, with a non-mandatory pre-bid conference scheduled for September 25, 2025. A mandatory 5% bid bond is required, and contractors must be licensed and capable of meeting comprehensive technical specifications for airport infrastructure construction.

The contract opportunity is funded through the Airport Improvement Program (A.I.P.) grant and the State of Florida, with potential set-aside considerations for disadvantaged business enterprises. Contractors must provide extensive insurance documentation, including comprehensive general liability coverage with combined single limits of $1,000,000. The project will utilize unit price contracting, requiring detailed line-item pricing for various construction activities. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the project demands specialized airport construction expertise with strict operational and safety guidelines. Contractors must maintain radio communication with air traffic control, adhere to airfield access protocols, and follow environmental management plans. Though exact budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the project, involving multiple bid schedules and extensive infrastructure work, suggests a significant capital investment potentially ranging from $5 million to $10 million, depending on the selected bid schedule and potential additive options.