TKI Master Planner On-Call Services

The City of McKinney, Texas, is seeking a qualified professional services firm to provide on-call airport planning services for McKinney National Airport (TKI), one of the fastest-growing airports in the United States. This Request for Qualifications (RFQ No. 26-34RFQ) seeks a planner to perform comprehensive aviation planning activities, including Airport Master Plan development, Airport Layout Plan updates, noise studies, aeronautical facility planning, Safety Management Systems development, airport operations and security planning, and various other technical services. The scope encompasses environmental review, terminal building planning, landside facility planning, grant administration, financial planning, and feasibility studies. Evaluation of submissions will be conducted on a 100-point scale (or 125-point scale with optional interview), with criteria including firm and individual qualifications (45 points), capacity to perform work (30 points), references (20 points), and submittal completeness (5 points). Key deadlines include a non-mandatory virtual pre-submittal conference on December 16, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. CST, with proposal submissions due January 8, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. CST through the City's Bonfire procurement portal.

The RFQ indicates that multiple contracts may be awarded for similar projects developed over a five-year period, with potential consideration for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise participation. Respondents must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including $1,000,000 Commercial General Liability, $1,000,000 Business Automobile Liability, Workers' Compensation, and $1,000,000 Professional Liability. Successful firms will be required to execute the City's standard professional services contract in compliance with Chapter 2254 of the Texas Government Code and applicable Texas Occupations Code requirements for licensed professionals. Submissions are limited to 30 pages and must include a signed Response Letter, references, W-9 form, and addenda acknowledgment. While specific contract values are not disclosed, the extensive scope of services and potential for multiple awards suggests a significant procurement opportunity for qualified planning firms with expertise in airport development and management.