Runway & Taxiway Rehabilitation at Searcy Regional Airport

The Searcy Airport Commission is soliciting sealed bids for runway and taxiway rehabilitation at Searcy Regional Airport, with bids due May 7, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. and a pre-bid conference scheduled for April 28, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. The project is subject to Davis-Bacon wage requirements, Buy American Preference provisions under 49 USC 50101, and Trade Restriction Clause requirements under 49 CFR Part 30—federal compliance filters for any bidder unfamiliar with airport-funded construction.

The scope encompasses furnishing all labor and materials and performing all work necessary for runway and taxiway rehabilitation. Plans, Specifications, and wage rate decisions are available for inspection at Miller Newell Engineers (510 Third Street, Newport, Arkansas), Searcy Regional Airport, and through Dodge Plans Room and Construction Market Data. Bidders must obtain complete documents from the Consulting Engineer upon payment of $100, with a $50 refund available upon return of documents in good condition within ten days after bid opening.

The Disadvantaged Business Enterprise goal is currently set at zero percent pending recertification, with plans to increase to 9.1% upon completion of new certifications. Bidders must be licensed in accordance with Arkansas State Licensing Law for Contractors and cannot be debarred or suspended by any Federal department or agency. Contractors must comply with Government-Wide Drug-free Workplace Requirements and Executive Order 11246 regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, plus construction safety and health standards.

Bidders must submit a certified check or bid bond equal to five percent of the total bid amount. No bidder may withdraw a bid within 90 days from the date of opening. Liquidated damages for delay will apply as specified in the project specifications. The Searcy Regional Airport Terminal Building is located at 2609 South Main, Searcy, Arkansas.