Engineering & Architectural Services Agreement at the DRO Airport

The Durango - La Plata County Airport is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from engineering and architectural firms to provide comprehensive professional services for various airport improvement projects over a potential five-year period. The procurement seeks a non-exclusive contract for services including civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, construction administration, special services, and environmental engineering. Potential project scopes encompass terminal building rehabilitation, commercial apron expansion, snow removal equipment acquisition, pavement maintenance, aircraft deicing facility construction, aircraft rescue and firefighting improvements, land acquisition, parking lot rehabilitation, and water/wastewater system upgrades. The RFQ was released on May 30, 2023, with a non-mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for June 27, 2023, and proposals due by July 20, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. local time. Evaluation criteria will assess project capabilities (25%), key personnel qualifications (20%), schedule and budget ability (15%), responsiveness to sponsor needs (15%), project familiarity (15%), and overall interest and geographic proximity (10%).

Disadvantaged, Minority, and Woman-Owned Businesses are specifically encouraged to submit proposals, with the contract adhering to Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation requirements. Successful bidders must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including workers' compensation, general liability, and automobile liability, with minimum combined single limits of $1 million per occurrence and professional liability coverage of $2 million. The contract will be implemented through mutually agreed amendments specifying exact services, compensation, and project details, with payment methods including lump sum for defined scopes or cost reimbursable based on hourly rates for specialized services. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the airport supports over 2,700 jobs and generates approximately $294 million in annual economic impact, suggesting substantial potential project value. The contract is expected to commence around September 1, 2023, and will remain in effect until 2028, subject to annual review and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including FAA Airport Improvement Program guidelines.