Equipment Financing

The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) is soliciting equipment financing for airport operational equipment totaling $24.434 million over a 10-year term, with sealed bids due August 26, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. via Bonfire eProcurement.

The scope comprises five equipment categories: five liquid deicers ($3.625 million), nine multi-function equipment units ($10.714 million), three runway brooms ($2.445 million), three runway chemical application trucks with plows ($2.19 million), and six runway snow blowers ($5.46 million). All equipment must be delivered and accepted within the first 18 months. MAC qualifies for tax-exempt financing status and will structure transactions as municipal tax-exempt lease purchases with MAC holding title and the lessor retaining first priority security interest.

The financing agreement covers equipment purchased during calendar years 2026–2027, with an anticipated escrow closing on November 1, 2026. Payments are structured as 20 equal semi-annual payments in advance due March 1 and September 1 each year, with the first payment due March 1, 2027. All fees and charges must be included in the interest amount; MAC will not pay additional fees or charges at execution. Bidders must quote all items for the full 10-year term to be eligible for award.

Bid submissions must include a completed Bid Form (Attachment B) with the proposed semi-annual payment amount, an Affidavit of Non-Collusion, and references from up to four previous clients. MAC expects Non-Bank Qualified debt financing. Award will be made to the vendor offering the best financial terms; MAC reserves the right to make multiple awards or negotiate terms. Contracts exceeding $100,000 require affirmative action plan compliance. Questions and requests for addendum are due August 14, 2026, with addenda posted by August 18, 2026.