Beaufort Executive Airport Transient Hangar Design Build

Beaufort County is soliciting proposals for the design and construction of a clear-span transient aircraft hangar at Beaufort Executive Airport via a progressive design-build contract. The project addresses growing transient aircraft storage demands by utilizing a pad-ready site on airport property. The approach emphasizes early collaboration between the County, designer, and builder to validate site conditions, refine the design scope, and develop efficient structural and door system solutions that meet coastal environmental challenges and low-maintenance requirements. The final facility must comply with applicable building codes, wind-load standards, and state and federal regulations. A key aspect is the need to initiate eligible design and procurement activities promptly to ensure a portion of the project funding is expended by December 31, 2026. The solicitation evaluates offerors based on team qualifications, project understanding, design-build methodology, and schedule management, each weighted to emphasize both technical expertise and readiness to meet funding timelines. The contract includes Beaufort County-specific clauses addressing indemnity, termination rights, and insurance—mandating coverage such as general liability, professional liability, and builders risk. Confidentiality, ethics provisions against gratuities and kickbacks, non-segregated facilities certification, and protest procedures are incorporated to maintain fair and compliant execution. Proposals must be submitted electronically by May 8, 2026, under strict formatting and page limit guidance, with award made on a best-value basis considering technical merit alongside price. The overall scope entails comprehensive services from site validation through construction and commissioning, ensuring delivery of a fully operational hangar that supports the airport’s growth and operational objectives.