Delta County Airport - Exterior Repainting and Markings for Static Display F-84F Thunderstreak - 2026
Delta CountyCounty · Delta County, MI- Due
- Oct 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 15, 2026
- Primary contact
- Ashleigh Young
The 30-second brief
Delta County Airport is soliciting competitive bids for exterior surface preparation, spot corrosion control, repainting, and marking re-applications for an outdoor static display F-84F Thunderstreak aircraft and its supporting display platform stand in Escanaba, MI. The scope includes pressure washing, degreasing, mechanical spot abatement of rust, priming, masking, two-part aliphatic polyurethane topcoat application, camouflage pattern color matching, and applying U.S.A.F. star and bars insignias, roundels, tail numbers, and pilot identification. Proposals must be submitted by email to [email protected] no later than October 8, 2026, at 12:00 P.M. Eastern Time. An optional pre-bid walk-through is scheduled for September 29, 2026, with an RSVP deadline of September 25, 2026. All physical work must be completed by June 30, 2027.
Aircraft spot prep, Spot priming and topcoat application; Aircraft graphics, Stencils, And insignia application; Display platform stand prep, Painting and dual side U.S.A.F. graphics; Staging, Lifts, Laddering and environmental containment.
Cost Competitiveness, Contractor experience and qualifications, Work plan and project timeline, References and past performance, Responsiveness to RFP requirements
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Summary
Delta County Airport is soliciting competitive bids for exterior surface preparation, spot corrosion control, repainting, and marking re-applications for an outdoor static display F-84F Thunderstreak aircraft and its supporting display platform stand in Escanaba, MI. The scope includes pressure washing, degreasing, mechanical spot abatement of rust, priming, masking, two-part aliphatic polyurethane topcoat application, camouflage pattern color matching, and applying U.S.A.F. star and bars insignias, roundels, tail numbers, and pilot identification.
Proposals must be submitted by email to [email protected] no later than October 8, 2026, at 12:00 P.M. Eastern Time. An optional pre-bid walk-through is scheduled for September 29, 2026, with an RSVP deadline of September 25, 2026. All physical work must be completed by June 30, 2027.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Cost Competitiveness
- Contractor experience and qualifications
- Work plan and project timeline
- References and past performance
- Responsiveness to RFP requirements
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Aircraft spot prep, Spot priming and topcoat application
- Aircraft graphics, Stencils, And insignia application
- Display platform stand prep, Painting and dual side U.S.A.F. graphics
- Staging, Lifts, Laddering and environmental containment
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Qualification & Experience
- Proposed Technical Approach
- Project Schedule
- Itemized Pricing Breakdown
- Warranty
- Proof of commercial general liability insurance and workers' compensation coverage
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Escanaba, MI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Delta County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 8, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Ashleigh Young.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Delta County in MI, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Ashleigh Young. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Aircraft spot prep, Spot priming and topcoat application; Aircraft graphics, Stencils, And insignia application; Display platform stand prep, Painting and dual side U.S.A.F. graphics; Staging, Lifts, Laddering and environmental containment.. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Cost Competitiveness, Contractor experience and qualifications, Work plan and project timeline, References and past performance, Responsiveness to RFP requirements" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Delta County?
All active and historical solicitations from Delta County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Delta County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Qualification & Experience, Proposed Technical Approach, Project Schedule, Itemized Pricing Breakdown, Warranty, Proof of commercial general liability insurance and workers' compensation coverage. Review the full document from Delta County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Escanaba, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.