2025 STP Customs and Border Protection General Aviation Facility

The contract involves the construction of a new 4,800 square foot building dedicated to customs processing for international air travelers, located in Minnesota. The facility will feature various functional areas including waiting rooms for pre- and post-processing, passenger processing zones, office spaces, utility rooms, restrooms, and security rooms designed for searches and interviews, as well as storage for potential contraband. The building will be constructed using durable materials such as cast-in-place concrete, helical piles, and mass timber components, with an exposed nail-laminated timber roof and a 1,000 square foot green roof system. It will incorporate advanced sustainable systems, including geothermal heat pumps, air handling units, and solar panels on the roof and nearby, aiming for LEED Gold certification. Site improvements will include modifications to the aircraft apron, utility connections, sidewalks, curbs, native landscaping, fencing, and other landscape enhancements. The project is valued between four and seven million dollars and is managed by the Minnesota Airport Development organization. It is scheduled for solicitation in May 2025, with responses due by June 17, 2025. The scope emphasizes sustainable building practices, functional security features, and site improvements to support efficient customs processing for international flights, aligning with federal standards and environmental goals. More details and opportunities for participation can be accessed through the provided online link.