Active SLED Opportunity · FLORIDA · ORLANDO AVIATION
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Orlando Aviation Authority seeks continuing program and construction management services for vertical construction projects under $7.5M at Orlando airports. Projects include new facilities, renovations, and infrastructure upgrades. Delivery methods are design-bid-build and design-build. Evaluation based on qualifications, management approach, and compliance. Pre-proposal meeting on 2026-06-02.
The Aviation Authority is seeking to engage Continuing Program Management and Construction Management Services to be responsible for management and oversight of primarily vertical construction projects with construction value of less than $7,500,000. Typical projects include but are not limited to: new airport facilities and/or the expansion, renovation, and upgrading of existing airport facilities and related infrastructure; security; parking revenue control; and, information technology. Project delivery methods are typicall design-bid-build and design-build. Vertical construction project scope may include, but are not limited to general site construction, foundation, structural, masonry, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, interior and exterior finishes, painting, roofing, furnishings, fixture, furniture, planters and art installation, landscaping, ancillary horizontal work, and other work normally associated with vertical construction. Locations for work are at the Orlando International Airport, the Orlando Executive Airport, and other facilities operated by the Aviation Authority, to be determined on an as-needed basis.
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Qualifications and abilities of the proposed key and support individuals and references for the Project Manager for Construction
The proposed work location of personnel during design and construction. Although the precise projects are not known at this time, this criterion evaluates how the firm intends to approach projects that are awarded
Approach to managing the design process for a variety of construction project delivery methods.
Approach to proactive field leadership, coordination, logistics, scheduling, quality assurance and quality control, risk mitigation and minimizing operational impacts
Approach to contract administration, compliance, and change management including estimating, cost control, schedule control and analysis.
Approach to management of close-out to ensure the projects achieve final completion in a timely manner
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Respondent and the proposed Project Manager must provide at least three references from Clients for similar projects completed, within five years from the date of the Response.
It is the Respondent’s responsibility to provide references and information that most closely demonstrates their experience with organizations (airports, counties, municipalities, or universities) of similar size, complexity, and risk exposure as the Aviation Authority.
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By selection "Confirm", the Respondent certifies that they are aware of and comply with relevant Federal statutes and regulations, including those from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), for operating unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) in accordance, and in compliance with all related requirements in the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 (Public Law 118-63), section 936 (49 U.S.C. § 44801 note).
The Respondent warrants that all UAS operations will be conducted in full compliance with all applicable Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, including but not limited to 14 CFR Part 107, and any other applicable local, state, or Federal laws and regulations.
Sponsors and subgrant recipients cannot use AIP grant funds to enter into, extend, or renew a contract related to covered unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). This includes both procurement and operational contracts, as well as contracts with entities that operate such systems.
By selecting "Confirm", I hereby acknowledge and agree that use of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify System during the term of the contract is a condition of the resulting contract with the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority.
Effective January 1, 2021, public and private employers, contractors and subcontractors will be required to register with, and use the Employment Eligibility Verification System (E-Verify) to verify the work authorization status of all newly hired employees. The E-Verify system can be obtained at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security website: http://www.dhs.gov/E-Verify
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“Subcontractor” means a person or entity that provides labor, supplies, or services to or for a contractor or another subcontractor in exchange for salary, wages, or other remuneration (also referred to as Sub- Vendor or Sub-Contractor).
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By entering into a contract with the Aviation Authority, the Contractor/Contractor becomes obligated to comply with the provisions of Section 2. Section 448.095, Fla. Stat., "Employment Eligibility," as amended from time to time. This includes, but is not limited to, utilization of the E-Verify System to verify the work authorization status of all newly hired employees, and requiring all subcontractors to provide an affidavit attesting that the subcontractor does not employ, contract with, or subcontract with, an unauthorized alien.
The contractor shall maintain a copy of such affidavit for the duration of the contract. Failure to comply will lead to termination of resulting contract, or if a subcontractor knowingly violates the statute, the subcontract must be terminated immediately. Any challenge to termination under this provision must be filed in the Circuit Court of Orange County, Florida no later than 20 calendar days after the date of termination. If the resulting contract is terminated for a violation of the statute by the Contractor, the Contractor may not be awarded a public contract for a period of 1 year after the date of termination.
By selecting "Confirm", I certify, that if awarded, Respondent shall maintain a drug-free workplace in accordance with the Florida Drug-free Workplace Act during the duration of the contract. No employee shall be hired by a Consultant for work on Aviation Authority's premises prior to such employee having tested negative for drugs. In addition, existing employees of the Consultant must be subject to drug testing by the Consultant upon reasonable suspicion of drug use. Results of all such drug tests are to be retained by the Consultant. Copies shall be provided to the Aviation Authority, if requested.
By selecting "Confirm", I hereby certify that the Proposer, and/or any of its wholly owned subsidiaries, majority-owned subsidiaries, parent companies, or affiliates of such entities or business associations have not been convicted of any public entity crimes nor have they been placed on the Convicted Vendor List by the Department of Management Services.
By selecting "Confirm", I hereby certify that the Respondent, and any of its wholly owned subsidiaries, majority-owned subsidiaries, parent companies, or affiliates of such entities or business associations, that exists for the purpose of making profit have not been placed on the Discriminatory Vendor List by the Department of Management Services. (287.134(3)(d), Fla. Stat.)
By selecting "Confirm", I hereby certify that neither the undersigned entity, nor any of its wholly owned subsidiaries, majority-owned subsidiaries, parent companies, or affiliates of such entities or business associations, that exists for the purpose of making profit have been placed on the Scrutinized Companies that Boycott Israel List created pursuant to s. 215.4725 of the Florida Statutes, or are engaged in a boycott of Israel.
In addition, if this Solicitation is for a Contract for goods or services of one million dollars or more, I hereby certify that neither the undersigned entity, nor any of its wholly owned subsidiaries, majority-owned subsidiaries, parent companies, or affiliates of such entities or business associations, that exists for the purpose of making profit are on the Scrutinized Companies with Activities in Sudan List or the Scrutinized Companies with Activities in the Iran Petroleum Energy Sector List, created pursuant to s. 215.473 of the Florida Statutes, or are engaged in business operations in Cuba or Syria as defined in said statute.
I understand and agree that the Aviation Authority may immediately terminate any Contract resulting from this Solicitation upon written notice if the undersigned entity (or any of those related entities of Respondent as defined above by Florida law) are found to have submitted a false certification or any of the following occur with respect to the company or a related entity: (i) it has been placed on the Scrutinized Companies that Boycott Israel List, or is engaged in a boycott of Israel, or (ii) for any Contract for goods or services of one million dollars or more, it has been placed on the Scrutinized Companies with Activities in Sudan List or the Scrutinized Companies with Activities in the Iran Petroleum Energy Sector List, or it is found to have been engaged in business operations in Cuba or Syria.
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Provide a summary of the company's background, history, locations, number of years in business, the total number of employees, how business is organized, and notable achievements. Explain why Respondent should be selected for contract award and what value it brings to the Aviation Authority's mission and strategic plan.
Upload an organizational chart for this project clearly showing the reporting relationship between individual team members, especially those in positions of oversight and quality assurance.
Please download the below document, complete, and upload. Use one form for each contract performed by the Respondent. It is preferred that the reference contact be the owner of the facility, who is familiar with the Respondent’s role on that contract. Reference checks will be conducted on those projects and may be conducted on other projects. The qualifying contracts should represent the Respondent’s skill and experience in working on projects of the size, type and complexity and include experience with permitting, coordinating with, and complying with the rules and regulations of the City of Orlando, the Florida Building Code, and other authorities having jurisdiction.
The contract/projects described here may be the same as the contracts/projects provided as References.
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This will be scored in accordance with the CCNA to effect an equitable distribution of work, provided such distribution does not violate the principle of selection of the most highly qualified firm.
Please download the below document, complete, and upload. Use one form for each project performed by the proposed Project Manager. It is preferred that the reference contact be the owner of the facility, who is familiar with the Respondent’s role on that contract/project. Reference checks will be conducted on those contracts/projects and may be conducted on other projects. The qualifying contracts/projects should represent the Respondent’s skill and experience in working on projects of the size, type and complexity and include experience with permitting, coordinating with, and complying with the rules and regulations of the City of Orlando, the Florida Building Code, and other authorities having jurisdiction.
The contracts/projects described here may be the same as the projects provided as References.
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Describe the recent, current, and projected workload of the Respondent’s proposed project team, including the availability/capacity and commitment of the Respondent’s personnel to start immediately upon contract execution and to continue with the Contract until completion.
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Describe your approach to managing the design process for a variety of construction project delivery methods, including design-build, such as design schedule management, review of design deliverables, coordination of design reviews by the Agencies Having Jurisdiction (AHJ), the Aviation Authority’s General Consultant, Technical Review Team and other stakeholders, documentation of design decisions, including proposed and accepted changes.
Describe your approach to management of proactive field leadership, disciplined coordination for full compliance with schedule, cost, quality assurance, quality control, and safety standards, risk identification, corrective action plans, conflict resolution, site logistics planning with minimal operational impacts.
Describe your approach to contract administration and compliance, change management, including estimating, cost control, schedule control and time impact analysis during design development and construction.
Describe Respondent's proposed approach to ensuring the timely close-out of construction projects
Upload the most recent audited annual financial statements for the last two years in order to evaluate the Respondent’s ability to perform these Services. If audited annual financial statements are not available, provide balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements for the last two years.
This financial documentation shall be clearly labeled as follows: "Confidential Financial Records Submitted under Seal and Exempt from Florida Public Records Disclosure.” (Reference Florida Statutes Section 119.071(1)(c) for exemption on financial records.)
You may upload your Certificate of Insurance (COI), an insurance quote for the required coverage, or a statement from regarding the Respondent ability to obtain insurance with the required coverage issued by a company currently authorized to do business in the State of Florida and with an A.M. Best Company rating of at least B+ and a Financial Size Category of "Class VI" or higher according to the most current edition of AM Best Rating for the required insurance(s) listed in Section 5: Insurance Requirements
Disclose all lawsuits and arbitrations filed or raised by or against the Respondent, involving a governmental entity, over the last five (5) years, specifically identifying the project involved, the parties involved, the nature of the claim(s), amount at issue, disposition or status and litigation, case style, number, and jurisdiction.
The Respondent shall provide a description of all prior or pending convictions, indictments, investigations, and regulatory investigations, either civil or criminal that relate to the services listed in the Scope of Work / Specifications Section in which Respondent or its affiliates, subsidiaries, parent company, directors, senior officers, senior regional officers, the Lead Individual, or Engagement Team members have been involved with in the last five (5) years immediately preceding the date of Respondent’s response to this Solicitation. Or provide an affirmative statement that there are none.
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