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Airport Consulting Services-Airport Planning

Habersham County, Habersham County, GA·County
Jan 01, 2026
Posted Date
Apr 01, 2026
Submission Deadline
Cornelia, Georgia

Summary

Habersham County is seeking a qualified aviation consulting firm to provide professional planning services in connection with the Airport Capital Improvement Plan at the Habersham County Airport. The intent is to enter into a multi-year Master Agreement with a selected consultant.

Evaluation Criteria

Capability to perform all or most aspects of the project and recent experience in airport projects comparable to the proposed tasks; Key personnel's professional qualifications and experience and availability for the proposed project; their reputation and professional integrity and competence; and their knowledge of FAA regulations, policies, and procedures; Capability to meet schedules or deadlines; Quality of projects previously undertaken and capability to complete projects without having major cost escalations or overruns; Qualifications and experience of sub-consultants regularly engaged by the consultant under consideration; Capability of a branch office that will do the work to perform independently of the home office, or conversely, its capability to obtain necessary support from the home office; Ability to furnish qualified inspectors for construction inspection; Understanding of the projects' potential challenges and the sponsor's special concerns; Degree of interest shown in undertaking the project and familiarity with and proximity to the geographic location of the airport; Capability to incorporate and blend aesthetic and architectural concepts with the project design while accomplishing the basic requirements that transportation facilities be functional, safe, and efficient; In meeting the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) contract goal, evidence documenting the consultant met the DBE goal, or by documenting that it made adequate good faith efforts to meet the DBE goal; Capability to conduct a Value Engineering (VE) study for projects that are particularly complex or have unique features.

Required Deliverables

Statement of Qualifications, Cover letter

Required Attachments

Team Description / Background, Organizational Chart, Resumes, Relevant Experience, Proximity to the Habersham County Airport, References, Regulatory Familiarity, Workload

Section 4.2 — Scope of Services and Deliverables

The selected vendor shall provide all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision necessary to perform the services described herein. Work shall commence within fifteen (15) calendar days of the Notice to Proceed and shall be completed within the timeframe specified in the project schedule attached as Exhibit B.

Proposals must include a detailed implementation timeline, staffing plan with key personnel qualifications, and three (3) references from comparable government engagements completed within the past five years. Evaluation will be based on technical approach (40%), experience and qualifications (30%), cost proposal (20%), and small business participation plan (10%).

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I respond to this RFQ from Habersham County?

To respond, review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 1, 2026.

What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?

This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. Key factors are outlined in the Evaluation Criteria section above. Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.

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What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?

Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications or licenses, past performance references, and any forms or attachments specified in the solicitation. Review the full document from Habersham County for the complete list of required submissions.

Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?

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