Request for Proposal - Airport Air Service Development Services

The City of Bismarck is seeking qualification proposals from firms capable of providing air service development services at Bismarck Airport for an initial three-year term, with the possibility of two additional one-year renewals. Interested firms must contact the Airport Administration Office to obtain a Proposer’s Packet, which will detail submission requirements. Proposals are due by 4:00 PM on December 12, 2025, and should be delivered to the specified address in Bismarck. The contract is valued between approximately $500,000 and $2 million, aligning with the scope of supporting and enhancing airline service, market analysis, stakeholder engagement, and strategic planning to foster airport growth. The work aims to improve connectivity and service levels, contributing to the city’s long-term development goals as outlined in the comprehensive plan. The contract is governed by local and state regulations, including the North Dakota Century Code and the Bismarck Code of Ordinances, with references to federal compliance in areas such as flood mitigation and natural hazard policies. Notably, the documents do not specify formal federal or state contract clauses, evaluation criteria, or detailed quality assurance procedures, nor do they include explicit packaging, marking, or inspection requirements. Administrative and technical contacts are identified within city departments, but no specific contract officer or technical representative is named. The agreement emphasizes procedural standards for amendments, with formal and administrative processes for plan updates and zoning adjustments, and underscores the private sector’s responsibility for facility maintenance and legal compliance. Overall, the contract focuses on strategic, data-driven development efforts to bolster Bismarck’s air service infrastructure, with detailed procedural and contractual specifics to be clarified through the official Proposer’s Packet.