Fence SIDA Zone 2 replacement for Milwaukee County Mitchell International Airport

Milwaukee County is soliciting bids for a fence replacement project at Mitchell International Airport, specifically targeting the SIDA (Security Identification Display Area) Zone 2. The procurement involves furnishing and installing approximately 550 linear feet of 10-foot high security fencing with a 3-wire barbed wire extension mounted on a 2-foot barbed wire arm. Deliverables include complete fence removal of approximately 675 feet of existing infrastructure, installation of new chain link fencing with specific technical requirements such as 2 feet of below-grade installation, line posts driven 60 inches deep, and terminal posts set in concrete footings. The bid is scheduled for submission by September 26, 2025, with all questions to be submitted through an online Q&A forum. Evaluation criteria will focus on lowest qualified, responsive, and responsible bidder, with Milwaukee County reserving the right to award separate contracts for individual items or reject any or all bids. Potential contractors must provide manufacturer warranty support, be licensed to sell products, and comply with federal, state, and local regulations.

The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must meet comprehensive insurance requirements, including maintaining Commercial General Liability insurance with $1,000,000 per occurrence and providing certificates of insurance prior to contract commencement. Vendors must be prepared to comply with Milwaukee County's Terms and Conditions, which include non-discriminatory practices and adherence to the county's Code of Ethics. While specific budget ranges are not disclosed, the contract allows for various government pricing options including GSA, University of Wisconsin, and VendorNet. Contractors must be prepared to provide new, unused materials and understand that Milwaukee County is exempt from federal excise and state sales taxes. The project emphasizes total cost of ownership and requires strict compliance with technical specifications detailed in the project documentation, particularly the fence specification and zone mapping provided in the solicitation materials.