Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority - Terminal 1 Lobby Expansion and Restroom Addition - RFP No. 321030 (2026)
Raleigh Durham Airport AuthorityAirport Authority · Morrisville, NC- Due
- Apr 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 23, 2026
- Duration
- 16 months
- Primary contact
- Cheri Baxter
- (919) 840-7700
The 30-second brief
The Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority is seeking proposals from qualified design-build teams for design-build bridging services for the Terminal 1 Lobby Expansion and Restroom Addition project, RDU Project No. 321030. The work includes expanding the existing ticketing lobby on the ground/entry floor of Terminal 1 with approximately 1,000 SF of additional queuing space and 600 SF for ticketing, removing and relocating a walk-in cooler, modifying and relocating the existing loading dock, and adding new exterior building enclosure and walkways. The project also involves renovating a portion of the hold room area to be converted into Men's and Women's restrooms, custodial/storage closets, and drinking fountains with bottle fillers. The anticipated budget for all design and construction is approximately $5,000,000, with an anticipated completion of no later than 16 months from Notice to Proceed. A non-mandatory pre-submittal conference and small business workshop will be held on March 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM in Conference Room 100 at the Authority Offices, RDU Center, Morrisville, NC, followed by a site visit to Terminal 1. Questions are due by March 19, 2026, at 4:00 PM, and responses are due by April 14, 2026, at 2:00 PM. The contract includes a 15% Small Business (SB) participation goal.
Design-Build Bridging Services, Architectural and engineering design services, Ticketing lobby expansion, Walk-in cooler relocation, Loading dock modification and relocation, Exterior building enclosure, Restroom renovation, Plumbing fixtures, Drinking fountains with bottle fillers, Furniture and millwork installation, Building systems modification and extension
Depth and breadth of experience of the Respondent on similar projects (25 points), Qualifications and experience of the proposed project manager (10 points), Qualifications and experience of other key personnel (10 points), Level of satisfaction with the Respondent firm and personnel by project owner's representative (10 points), Perception of and approach to the project and individual elements (25 points), Ability to achieve SB Program goals (10 points), Adherence to Objectivity instructions, responsiveness to Submittal Requirements and Qualifications Questionnaire (10 points)
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Summary
The Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority is seeking proposals from qualified design-build teams for design-build bridging services for the Terminal 1 Lobby Expansion and Restroom Addition project, RDU Project No. 321030.
The work includes expanding the existing ticketing lobby on the ground/entry floor of Terminal 1 with approximately 1,000 SF of additional queuing space and 600 SF for ticketing, removing and relocating a walk-in cooler, modifying and relocating the existing loading dock, and adding new exterior building enclosure and walkways. The project also involves renovating a portion of the hold room area to be converted into Men's and Women's restrooms, custodial/storage closets, and drinking fountains with bottle fillers. The anticipated budget for all design and construction is approximately $5,000,000, with an anticipated completion of no later than 16 months from Notice to Proceed. A non-mandatory pre-submittal conference and small business workshop will be held on March 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM in Conference Room 100 at the Authority Offices, RDU Center, Morrisville, NC, followed by a site visit to Terminal 1. Questions are due by March 19, 2026, at 4:00 PM, and responses are due by April 14, 2026, at 2:00 PM. The contract includes a 15% Small Business (SB) participation goal.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Depth and breadth of experience of the Respondent on similar projects (25 points), Qualifications and experience of the proposed project manager (10 points), Qualifications and experience of other key personnel (10 points), Level of satisfaction with the Respondent firm and personnel by project owner's representative (10 points), Perception of and approach to the project and individual elements (25 points), Ability to achieve SB Program goals (10 points), Adherence to Objectivity instructions, responsiveness to Submittal Requirements and Qualifications Questionnaire (10 points)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Design-Build Bridging Services
- Architectural and engineering design services
- Ticketing lobby expansion
- Walk-in cooler relocation
- Loading dock modification and relocation
- Exterior building enclosure
- Restroom renovation
- Plumbing fixtures
- Drinking fountains with bottle fillers
- Furniture and millwork installation
- Building systems modification and extension
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Respondent Profile Questionnaire
- Client Reference Form
- Fixed Fee Proposal Form
- Form of Design-Build Bridging Agreement
- 35% Design Criteria Submission
- 35% Design Criteria Outline Specifications
- 35% Design Criteria Drawings
- Submit to
- https://www.rdu.com/do-business-with-rdu/business-opportunities/
- Scope location
- Morrisville, NC
- Reported agency
- Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Raleigh Durham Airport Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 14, 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: https://www.rdu.com/do-business-with-rdu/business-opportunities/. For questions, contact Cheri Baxter.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Raleigh Durham Airport Authority in NC, 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 Cheri Baxter at (919) 840-7700. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Design-Build Bridging Services, Architectural and engineering design services, Ticketing lobby expansion, Walk-in cooler relocation, Loading dock modification and relocation, Exterior building enclosure, Restroom renovation, Plumbing fixtures, Drinking fountains with bottle fillers, Furniture and mi. 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: "Depth and breadth of experience of the Respondent on similar projects (25 points), Qualifications and experience of the proposed project manager (10 points), Qualifications and experience of other key..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Raleigh Durham Airport Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Raleigh Durham Airport Authority are tracked and searchable. As a airport authority agency, Raleigh Durham Airport Authority regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 16 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Respondent Profile Questionnaire, Client Reference Form, Fixed Fee Proposal Form, Form of Design-Build Bridging Agreement, 35% Design Criteria Submission, 35% Design Criteria Outline Specifications, 3. Review the full document from Raleigh Durham Airport Authority for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Morrisville, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.