Airport Consulting Services-Design/Engineering/Construction

The Early County Board of Commissioners in Georgia is requesting qualifications for on-call airport engineering, architectural, and construction inspection/administration consultant services at Early County Airport (KBIJ) in Blakely under a Master Agreement with a five-year term, with Statements of Qualifications due August 28, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time. This is a qualifications-based selection; pricing and cost information must be omitted from submissions.

Respondents must hold current prequalification with the Georgia Department of Transportation in Area Classes 1.08 Airport Master Planning, 2.09 Airport Design, and 8.02 Airport Construction Administration and Observation — a hard eligibility gate. Disadvantaged Business Enterprise utilization is required for federally funded projects exceeding $250,000, with all proposed DBE firms requiring certification by the Georgia Uniform Certification Program.

The scope encompasses geotechnical and subsurface investigations, topographic surveying, preliminary and final design, bidding support, construction administration, and resident inspection services across a broad range of airport improvements including airfield drainage and pavement, lighting, navigation aids, building construction and rehabilitation, roadway and parking improvements, fencing and security systems, obstruction removal, and runway/taxiway safety area enhancements. Individual projects will be assigned through task orders.

The projects are anticipated to be funded through Federal and State grants over multiple years. Statements of Qualifications must not exceed twenty-five pages (excluding tabs and cover letter) and must demonstrate relevant experience with general aviation airports, key personnel availability, understanding of FAA and State regulations, schedule-delivery capability, and proximity to the airport. Questions are due August 14, 2026; responses will be provided by August 21, 2026. Unsuccessful firms will be notified in writing no later than five days after selection is completed. Site visits are available upon request prior to submission. Direct contact with Early County Board of Commissioners elected or appointed officials and Airport Sponsor Selection Committee members during solicitation results in immediate disqualification.