Airport General Engineering Consultant

The City of Lake City, Florida is seeking qualifications from engineering firms to serve as the General Airport Engineering Consultant for Lake City Gateway Airport (LCQ) through a Request for Qualifications (RFQ-019-2022). The procurement seeks a comprehensive engineering consultant to provide professional services including airport and industrial park development, airfield and airport facilities improvements, FAA and FDOT grant coordination, environmental studies, utility planning, lease and property matters, security and safety plans, and airport master plan updates. The contract term is three years, with an option to extend for two additional one-year terms. Proposals are due on July 14, 2022, at 2:00 pm, with an evaluation committee meeting scheduled for July 21, 2022, at 10:00 am. The selection process will utilize a points-based evaluation method across four key criteria: Company/Firm Qualifications and Capabilities (30 points), Qualifications and Abilities of Professional Personnel (30 points), Client References (15 points), and Experience on Similar Projects (25 points). Proposing firms must be licensed to practice in Florida, comply with the Consultant's Competitive Negotiation Act, and demonstrate knowledge of FAA and FDOT airport project requirements.

The solicitation does not specify specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Proposing firms must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including professional liability ($1,000,000), business vehicle/umbrella liability ($500,000 per occurrence), worker's compensation, and comprehensive general liability ($1,000,000). Submission requirements include several mandatory forms: Disputes Disclosure Form, Drug Free Workplace Certificate, Sworn Statement under Section 287.133, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Conflict of Interest Statement, and E-Verify Affirmation Statement. Proposing firms must use the ProcureNow system for electronic submissions, with proposals limited to 40 pages. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the consulting services and the three-year contract term suggest a significant professional services engagement. The contract requires firms to verify employment eligibility of all personnel through the E-Verify System and demonstrates the city's commitment to maintaining rigorous professional and legal standards in its airport engineering consultant selection process.