Notice of Intent to Award a Single Source Procurement for Self-Service Bag Drop

The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) has issued a Notice of Intent to Award a Single Source Procurement for a Proof of Concept (POC) Self-Service Bag Drop (SSBD) solution at Orlando International Airport's Terminal C. The procurement seeks two dual-lane self-bag drop units with biometric capabilities, designed to improve passenger processing efficiency and experience by enabling travelers to self-check bags without traditional airline counter queues. This six-month trial, with potential for a six-month renewal, will be implemented by SITA, the current provider of the airport's proprietary Common Use Platform technology. The procurement follows GOAA Policy 450.03 and Florida Statute 287.057 (3)(c), with responses due by June 2, 2025, at 4:30 PM via the OpenGov e-Procurement Platform. Key objectives include enabling multiple airline carriers to utilize the same bag drop units, maximizing real estate utilization, and reducing time, money, and implementation risks associated with introducing a new vendor's technology.

The procurement appears to be a single-source contract specifically targeting SITA due to their existing technological infrastructure. No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises were noted in the documentation. The current infrastructure involves SITA's existing Common Use Platform, which is critical for the POC's success and integration of the new self-service bag drop units. The total procurement value is $618,740 for the initial six-month period, with the potential for an additional six-month extension pending senior leadership approval. The final determination to proceed with this non-competitive procurement will be made by the Chief Executive Officer for purchases up to $250,000 and the Aviation Authority Board for purchases exceeding that amount. The solution is specifically tailored for Orlando International Airport's Terminal C and aims to provide a innovative approach to passenger bag check-in processes.