Thomson McDuffie Airfield Lighting and Signage Replacement

The City of Thomson, Georgia is soliciting competitive sealed bids for the Thomson McDuffie Airfield Lighting and Signage Replacement project located in Miller County. The procurement consists of two primary bid components: a Base Bid for runway lighting and signage replacement, which includes fillet widening for connectors and minor threshold bar remarking, and an Alternate Bid for taxiway lighting and signage. Qualified contractors are invited to submit sealed bids, which will be publicly opened on April 3, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST at the Thomson McDuffie Government Center. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for March 18, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST at the Thomson McDuffie Airport, located at 501 John T Lane Road, Thomson, Georgia. Bidding documents are available through the project website at https://www.gmcnetwork.com/bids/, with potential bidders required to include a bid guaranty of 5% of the total bid amount. Evaluation will likely focus on technical capabilities, compliance with federal provisions, and overall project approach.

The project has established a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal of 9.57%, demonstrating a commitment to providing fair opportunities for businesses across diverse ownership categories. Federal provisions will apply to the contract, including Buy American Preference, Civil Rights assurances, and Davis Bacon regulations. Bidders must comply with specific federal compliance requirements and will be subject to rigorous review of their qualifications and submission details. The City of Thomson reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any informalities in the bidding process. Bid documents can be obtained for a one-time fee of $20 for digital access or $50 for printed sets, and submitted bids will be held for evaluation up to 120 days after the bid opening. While a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the airfield infrastructure replacement suggests a substantial project investment.