General Aviation Apron Rehabilitation

The Hillsborough County Aviation Authority is soliciting bids for the General Aviation Apron Rehabilitation project at Tampa International Airport, identified as Project Number 7385 25. The project aims to restore a 34-year-old asphalt apron in the Fixed Base Operators area that has exceeded its structural design life and exhibits widespread weathering. The scope of work includes milling and overlaying asphalt surfaces, adjusting or removing tie-downs, reestablishing pavement markings, and modifying airfield signage. The estimated value includes a base bid of approximately 100 million dollars, a subdivision bid of 50 million dollars, and an additive alternate of 50 million dollars. Bids must be submitted electronically via the e-Procurement Portal by November 16, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. E.T. The anticipated Notice to Proceed date is January 4, 2027. Qualified bidders must provide a bid bond, financial statements, and a current contractor's license, while certifying compliance with E-Verify, non-collusion, and anti-human trafficking laws. Performance will be monitored through a Contractor Quality Control Program, with the Construction Manager handling all quality assurance testing. The contract incorporates FAA Construction Contract Clauses for federal grant funding and requires adherence to Davis-Bacon wage rates and Equal Employment Opportunity standards.