Aviation Fuel Facility

The City of Leesburg, Florida is requesting bids for construction of an Aviation Fuel Facility at Leesburg International Airport under IFB #26-018-DN, with proposals due August 4, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. and a non-mandatory pre-proposal meeting and site visit on July 14, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.

The scope encompasses a new asphalt taxiway connection, concrete apron areas surrounding the fueling and aircraft wash areas, a concrete block public restroom facility, stormwater infrastructure, and utility infrastructure to support future fuel tank and fueling equipment installation. The project contains 51 line items covering pavement work, concrete construction, drainage infrastructure, electrical and utility installations, environmental compliance, and mobilization. Bidders must submit unit costs and extended totals for each line item with all prices including packaging, transportation, delivery, and labor.

Bidders must hold a general contractor license, demonstrate a minimum of three years in business, and provide evidence of airport-specific construction experience with at least three completed airfield projects. Five professional references are required, with three from airport or aviation entities. Required insurance includes commercial general liability of $1,000,000 per occurrence, business automobile liability of $1,000,000, and workers' compensation coverage. Bidders must be E-Verify registered, provide debarment certifications, and submit conflict of interest and non-collusion statements. A 5% bid bond is required with sealed electronic submission via the City's OpenGov e-procurement platform.

Questions are due July 21, 2026 at 5:00 p.m., with addenda issued by July 24, 2026. The intent to award recommendation is scheduled for August 24, 2026, with final award by November 23, 2026. This is a one-time purchase agreement with no renewal options.