Moving walkway removals

The Wayne County Airport Authority is soliciting bids for a comprehensive moving walkway removal project at Detroit Metropolitan Airport, targeting three specific locations: Evans Terminal International Arrivals, McNamara Parking Deck, and Big Blue Parking Deck. The Request for Bids (RFB #25-01753) seeks general contractors, construction managers, and businesses to remove a total of six moving walkways, with subsequent floor infill to match existing surrounding conditions. Bidders must meet rigorous minimum qualifications, including completion of at least two similar projects over $250,000 since 2018, demonstrating experience in elevator/escalator/moving walkway salvage and concrete installation within existing structures. The solicitation requires a Project Manager and Project Superintendent with specific technical experience, along with licensed staff for electrical work, moving walkway salvage, and structural engineering. Key dates include a virtual pre-bid conference on 8/19/25, pre-bid questions due by 8/28/25, and a bid submission deadline of 9/10/25 at 2:00 PM, with anticipated contract award in October 2025. Project completion timelines vary by package: McNamara Parking Deck requires 60 calendar days, Big Blue Parking Deck 75 calendar days, and Evans Terminal International Arrivals 60 calendar days.

The contract emphasizes Small Business Enterprise (SBE) participation, with a mandatory goal of at least 25% and potential SBE Equalization Credits for responses showing 30% or more voluntary participation. Bidders must provide a 5% bid guarantee and comply with prevailing wage requirements, with liquidated damages of $1,300 per day for missed Substantial Completion and $500 per day for Final Completion delays. The project requires comprehensive insurance coverage, including $5,000,000 in Commercial General Liability and $5,000,000 in Automobile Liability. While specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the detailed pricing forms and complex requirements suggest a significant infrastructure investment. The project will be conducted in a fully operational airport environment with strict 24/7 security and safety protocols, and contractors must navigate a comprehensive set of documentation requirements, including a Document Security Agreement for Sensitive Security Information and various compliance certifications related to ethics, forced labor prevention, and investment activities.