Master Plan & Airport Layout Plan (ALP) Update

Dane County is seeking Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) from qualified firms to conduct a comprehensive Master Plan & Airport Layout Plan (ALP) Update for the Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) in Madison, Wisconsin. The procurement will follow a qualifications-based selection process, focusing on professional airport planning services in accordance with FAA Advisory Circular 150/5100-14E. Required services include airport planning, forecasting, environmental evaluation, facility needs assessment, development alternatives analysis, and preparation of updated ALP documents. Evaluation criteria will assess firms based on capability and relevant experience (15%), project understanding and approach (15%), key personnel qualifications (20%), teaming partners qualifications (10%), past performance and schedule (15%), interest level (10%), and community engagement and stakeholder outreach experience (15%). Key dates include a non-mandatory airport tour on December 12, 2025 at 9:00 am, a question submission deadline of December 22, 2025 at 4:00 pm, and proposal submissions due by January 16, 2026 at 2:00 pm. Up to three firms will be selected for interviews scheduled for February 5-6, 2026, with a notification of intent to award on February 6, 2026.

The project anticipates utilizing FAA Airport Improvement Program (AIP) funding, which requires compliance with federal regulations. While the current federal Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program is suspended, firms are encouraged to include DBE subconsultants subject to airport management approval. The contract has established federal compliance requirements, including affirmative action goals of 0% for minority participation and 6.9% for female participation in the covered areas. Additional mandatory provisions include Buy American preferences requiring all iron, steel, and manufactured goods to be produced in the United States, Title VI Civil Rights assurances, debarment and suspension certification, and various federal labor and procurement standards. The estimated contract start date is August 1, 2026, with the contract ending upon project completion. Firms must demonstrate experience in comprehensive airport planning, ALP development, stakeholder coordination, and FAA-funded projects completed within the past five years. While no specific budget range was provided, the comprehensive nature of the project suggests a significant professional services contract focusing on long-term airport infrastructure and operational planning.