RFO/Solicitation: RDG ATCT Design-Build of a New Tower project in Reading, PA

The Federal Aviation Administration’s Eastern Region, through its Boston Acquisition Office, has announced a full and open solicitation for the design and construction of a new Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) at Reading, Pennsylvania. This procurement, identified as Solicitation 697DCK-25-R-00378, follows a two-phase selection process beginning with SIR Phase 1, which is a pre-qualification step to shortlist offerors before inviting detailed proposals in Phase 2. RFI responses have been incorporated via Solicitation Amendment #1, and relevant documentation such as the SIR Phase 1 and Past Performance Questionnaire are included for initial review, with remaining engineering documents to be provided in the subsequent phase. The project has an estimated price range between $50,000,000 and $55,000,000 and falls under the NAICS code 236220 for commercial and institutional building construction, with a size standard of $45 million. There is no set-aside for small businesses, and the opportunity is open to all qualified bidders. The selected contractor will have 930 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed to complete the design-build effort. The Acquisition Management System (AMS) will govern this procurement instead of the FAR. Key points of contact include Annette McKinney for engineering and facility questions, and Robert Higgins for solicitation specifics. The deadline for Phase 1 submissions is August 14, 2025.