Construction of New Airport Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) - Grand Forks, ND

Amendment / Modification

• Amendment 0003 incorporates the J-7 Geotechnical Report.

• The proposal due date has been extended from March 25, 2026, to March 27, 2026, at 5:00 PM CT.

• The J-7 Geotechnical Report is now incorporated.

• The proposal due date has been modified.

• The deadline for proposal submissions has been extended to March 27, 2026, at 5:00 PM CT.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document contains questions submitted by potential bidders and the FAA's responses, clarifying various aspects of the solicitation.

• Proposal Submission: Clarified that only Attachment J-4 (Price Proposal Sheet) is to be used for submitting pricing, disregarding other CLIN breakdowns.
• Location Correction: The Statement of Work location for Grand Rapids has been corrected to Grand Forks, ND.
• Past Performance: The definition of "Recent" for past performance has been expanded to ten (10) years, and the FAA will accept substantially complete projects (80% or greater).
• Subcontractor Experience: The $10M project dollar value for major subcontractors can relate to the Prime Contract they were part of.
• Drawings: The FAA will reissue drawings without security features to allow for markups and takeoffs.
• Geotechnical Report: The Geotechnical report will be provided via Addendum 01.
• Concrete Mix Designs: Maturity dates for mass concrete mix designs can be extended to 56 or 90 days.
• Seismic Bracing: Seismic bracing is confirmed as not required for this project.
• Proposal Extension: A proposal extension will be issued to allow contractors sufficient time to review Q&A responses.

These clarifications address ambiguities in the original solicitation, affecting proposal preparation, submission requirements, and technical interpretations. Bidders should carefully review these responses to ensure their proposals meet the clarified requirements.

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment 0002 to Solicitation 697DCK-26-R-00034, dated 01/07/2026.

Key changes include:

• Incorporation of Questions and Answers.

• Extension of the Proposal due date from 03/23/2026 to 03/25/2026 at 5:00 PM CT.

• Revision of verbiage in Section L, Volume II, Factor 1 (Past Performance) and Factor 6 (Subcontracting Plan).

• Revision of Section M to incorporate definitions for "Recent" and "Relevant" for past performance.

• Section L, Volume II, Factor 1: Past Performance

• Section L, Volume II, Factor 6: Subcontracting Plan

• Section M: Definitions for "Recent" and "Relevant"

• The proposal due date has been extended to 03/25/2026.

• Requirements for past performance and subcontracting plans have been clarified and modified.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) to solicitation 697DCK-26-R-00034 extends the following deadlines:

• Question due date extended from 02/06/26 to 02/20/26 at 5:00pm CT.
• Proposal due date extended from 03/02/26 to 03/23/26 at 5:00pm CT.

This amendment affects the due dates for questions and proposals.

Offerors now have until 02/20/26 to submit questions and until 03/23/26 to submit proposals. All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a sign-in sheet from a site visit for the GFK (presumably a project or location) opportunity. It records the names, organizations, and email addresses of individuals who attended the site visit.

• Names: A list of attendees.
• Organizations: The companies or agencies the attendees represent.
• Email Addresses: Contact information for the attendees.

This sign-in sheet can be valuable for potential bidders as it identifies individuals and companies who have expressed interest in the opportunity by attending the site visit. It provides contact information that could be used for networking, seeking further clarification, or understanding the competitive landscape.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the construction of a new Airport Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) and Base Building at the Grand Forks International Airport (GFK) in Grand Forks, North Dakota. This is a negotiated procurement resulting in a firm-fixed-price, one-job lump sum contract awarded to a single offeror.

• Construction of a new Airport Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) and Base Building.

• Work to be performed in accordance with specifications, drawings, contract clauses, and wage rates.

• Detailed offer breakdown required, including all direct and indirect costs.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price, Lump Sum.

• Estimated Project Size: $60,000,000.00 to $70,000,000.00.

• Contract Period of Performance: 730 Calendar Days after the Notice to Proceed.

• Source Selection Process: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• Submission Deadline: March 02, 2026, 5:00 PM (Central Time).

• Submit Offers To: Erin.M.Crabtree@faa.gov

• Solicitation Questions Deadline: February 06, 2026, 5:00 PM (Central Time) via email to Erin.M.Crabtree@faa.gov.

• This procurement is unrestricted.

• NAICS Code: 236220 Commercial and Institutional Building Construction, with a small business size standard of $45.0 Million.

• Small business subcontracting goals are provided (43.02% for Small Business Concerns, 5.00% for Small Disadvantaged Business, 5.00% for Women-Owned Small Business, 5.00% for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business).

• A pre-offer site visit is scheduled for January 27, 2026, at 9:00 AM (Central Time).

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• The FAA is tax-exempt; the awarded contractor is responsible for all applicable taxes.

• Performance and Payment Bonds are required within 10 calendar days after award.

• Offerors must provide a minimum of 90 calendar days for contract acceptance.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a General Decision Number (ND20250014) issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division, establishing prevailing wage rates for building construction projects in Grand Forks County, North Dakota. It supersedes a previous decision (ND20240014) and lists various construction trades with their corresponding hourly rates and fringe benefits. The document also includes information on Executive Orders related to paid sick leave for federal contractors (EO 13706) and minimum wage requirements (EO 13658), along with details on how wage determinations are made, identified, and appealed.

This document is crucial for bidders on federal construction projects in the specified area. It provides the legally mandated minimum wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to laborers and mechanics employed on such projects. Bidders must use this information to accurately calculate labor costs in their proposals and ensure compliance with federal labor laws. Understanding these wage rates is essential for determining the overall cost-effectiveness and feasibility of undertaking the opportunity.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a price proposal spreadsheet for the GFK ATCT Replacement Project in Grand Forks, North Dakota. It serves as a breakdown form for bidders to detail their proposed costs.

• The spreadsheet outlines various construction divisions and items, from General Requirements to Site Utilities.
• It includes columns for '$ Materials', '$ Labor', and '$ Material & Labor' for each item.
• A specific line item for 'Furnishings' has an allowance of $325,000.
• The form requires the contractor to furnish all materials, labor, supervision, and equipment necessary for the construction of an Airport Traffic Control Tower.
• Fields for Subtotal, Overhead, Profit, Bond, and Total are present for final cost calculation.

This spreadsheet is critical for bidders to accurately price their proposals. It dictates the format for cost breakdown and highlights a specific allowance for furnishings. Bidders must complete this form to detail their pricing in accordance with the solicitation requirements.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Past Performance Questionnaire" used to gather feedback on a contractor's performance in support of a source selection. It is to be completed by both the offeror and the evaluating organization.

• Offeror Section: Requires contractor name & address, contract number, contract initiation and completion dates, total contract value, and type of contract. It also includes a field for the "Description of Contract Requirements."
• Evaluating Organization Section: Requires the evaluator's name, position, and organization, along with their phone number and the months of performance monitored.
• Evaluation Criteria (A-G): This section uses a rating scale (Exceptional, Very Good, Satisfactory, Marginal, Unsatisfactory, Not Observed) to assess the contractor's performance in:
  • A. Quality of Products and Services
  • B. Performance (as General Contractor or Architect/Engineer)
  • C. Technical Requirements
  • D. Schedule
  • E. Cost Control
  • F. Customer Satisfaction
  • G. Overall Assessment
• Comments: A section for additional remarks.

This questionnaire is a tool for evaluating past performance, which is often a significant factor in source selections. Bidders should be aware that their past performance will be assessed using this form. The information provided by previous contracting organizations will help the government determine the contractor's suitability and likelihood of success on the current opportunity.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "J-6 Master Subcontracting Plan," outlines the framework and goals for a company's subcontracting plan, as required by Acquisition Management System Clause 3.6.1-4. It details how the company will establish and achieve subcontracting goals with various small business categories (SB, SDB, WOSB, SDVOSB, HUBZone) for a specific solicitation or contract. Attachment (A) provides the specific goals for an individual subcontract plan.

• Goals: Establishes individual small business program goals, including percentages, dollars, and descriptions of products/services to be subcontracted.
• Methodology: Describes the methods used to develop goals, identify potential sources (including electronic databases and SAM.gov), and handle indirect costs.
• Subcontract Plan Administrator: Designates an individual responsible for administering the subcontracting program, including developing lists of small businesses, structuring procurements to permit participation, and monitoring performance.
• Equitable Opportunity: Outlines outreach efforts (e.g., trade associations, conferences) and internal efforts to ensure fair competition for subcontracts.
• Flowdown of Clauses: Specifies that the "Small Business Subcontracting Plan" clause will be included in subcontracts exceeding certain thresholds.
• Reports and Surveys: Details requirements for submitting periodic reports (Individual Subcontracting Reports - ISR, and Summary Subcontracting Reports - SSR) via eSRS.gov (transitioning to SAM.gov).
• Maintenance of Records: Requires contractors to maintain records documenting compliance with the subcontracting plan.
• Attachment (A) - Individual Subcontract Plan Goals: Provides specific percentage goals for Small Business (43.02%), Small Disadvantaged Business (5.00%), Women-Owned Small Business (5.00%), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (5.00%), and HUBZone (0.00%). It also includes fields for products/services and entities providing them.

This document is crucial for potential subcontractors, particularly those in small business categories. It clearly defines the prime contractor's commitment to subcontracting and the specific goals they aim to achieve. Bidders should review the goals in Attachment (A) to understand the opportunities available within their respective categories and to align their proposals accordingly. The plan also outlines the process for identifying and soliciting subcontractors, which may be relevant for understanding how the prime contractor will seek out potential partners.