Waukegan Port District - Architectural, Engineering and Planning Consultant RFQ 2025 - Waukegan National Airport
Waukegan Port DistrictPublic Authority · Waukegan, IL- Due
- Oct 17, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 22, 2025
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Skip Goss
- (847) 244-0055
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Waukegan Port District is seeking statements of qualifications from qualified consultants to provide architectural, engineering, and planning services at Waukegan National Airport under a retainer agreement for up to five years. Required services encompass preliminary planning and design, complete project design, construction inspection services, and special services or studies per FAA AC 150/5100-14E. Anticipated projects include taxiway rehabilitation, runway reconstruction, land acquisition, snow removal equipment, and navigational aids. Submissions are due by 12:00 PM on October 17, 2025, with questions due by October 1, 2025. Consultants must be prequalified with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) Bureau of Design & Environment.
Rehabilitate Taxiway M3, Rehabilitate Main Apron Phase 3 & 4, Acquire Snow Removal Equipment, Acquire Land for Replacement Runway 5/23, Reconstruct South Ramp Phase 1 & 2, Reimbursement for Ahern Property Acquisition, Green Bay Road Tunnel, Construct Relocated Runway 5/23, Rehabilitate Runway 14/32, Construct Parallel Taxiway Bridge over Relocated Green Bay Road, Rehabilitate Taxiways F & E3 Including Taxiway Safety Area Grading Lighting and Marking, Rehabilitate Taxiway C, Install New Runway 5/23 NAVAIDS and Convert Existing Runway 5/23 to a Taxiway, Perimeter Wildlife Fence Phase VI, Rehabilitate Pavements in South Hangar Area, Replacement Runway 5/23 Implementation Programming, Avigation Easement Acquisition, Airspace Obstruction Removal, Preparation of Airspace Submittals for Projects Funded within the Five-Year Term of the Retainer Agreement, Preparation of CATEX EA and CEA Projects Funded within the Five-Year Term of the Retainer Agreement, Preparation of Project Pre-Applications Applications and Airport Capital Transportation Improvement Program sheets
Firm Experience in Airport Engineering Services (0-25 points), Work Capacity of Office to Perform Work (0-20 points), Assigned Project Staff in Airport Engineering Services (0-20 points), IDOT Div. of Aeronautics and Chicago FAA ADO experience and familiarity (0-20 points), Location of Office to Perform Work/Team Organization (0-10 points), Completeness of Statement of Qualifications (0-5 points)
SUMMARY
The Waukegan Port District is seeking statements of qualifications from qualified consultants to provide architectural, engineering, and planning services at Waukegan National Airport under a retainer agreement for up to five years.
Required services encompass preliminary planning and design, complete project design, construction inspection services, and special services or studies per FAA AC 150/5100-14E. Anticipated projects include taxiway rehabilitation, runway reconstruction, land acquisition, snow removal equipment, and navigational aids. Submissions are due by 12:00 PM on October 17, 2025, with questions due by October 1, 2025. Consultants must be prequalified with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) Bureau of Design & Environment.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Firm Experience in Airport Engineering Services (0-25 points), Work Capacity of Office to Perform Work (0-20 points), Assigned Project Staff in Airport Engineering Services (0-20 points), IDOT Div. of Aeronautics and Chicago FAA ADO experience and familiarity (0-20 points), Location of Office to Perform Work/Team Organization (0-10 points), Completeness of Statement of Qualifications (0-5 points)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Rehabilitate Taxiway M3, Rehabilitate Main Apron Phase 3 & 4, Acquire Snow Removal Equipment, Acquire Land for Replacement Runway 5/23, Reconstruct South Ramp Phase 1 & 2, Reimbursement for Ahern Property Acquisition, Green Bay Road Tunnel, Construct Relocated Runway 5/23, Rehabilitate Runway 14/32, Construct Parallel Taxiway Bridge over Relocated Green Bay Road, Rehabilitate Taxiways F & E3 Including Taxiway Safety Area Grading Lighting and Marking, Rehabilitate Taxiway C, Install New Runway 5/23 NAVAIDS and Convert Existing Runway 5/23 to a Taxiway, Perimeter Wildlife Fence Phase VI, Rehabilitate Pavements in South Hangar Area, Replacement Runway 5/23 Implementation Programming, Avigation Easement Acquisition, Airspace Obstruction Removal, Preparation of Airspace Submittals for Projects Funded within the Five-Year Term of the Retainer Agreement, Preparation of CATEX EA and CEA Projects Funded within the Five-Year Term of the Retainer Agreement, Preparation of Project Pre-Applications Applications and Airport Capital Transportation Improvement Program sheets
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Cover Letter
- Resumes
- Certificate of prequalification with the Illinois Department of Transportation
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Waukegan, IL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFQ from Waukegan Port District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 17, 2025. 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 Skip Goss.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Waukegan Port District in IL, 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 RFQ 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 Skip Goss at (847) 244-0055. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Rehabilitate Taxiway M3, Rehabilitate Main Apron Phase 3 & 4, Acquire Snow Removal Equipment, Acquire Land for Replacement Runway 5/23, Reconstruct South Ramp Phase 1 & 2, Reimbursement for Ahern Property Acquisition, Green Bay Road Tunnel, Construct Relocated Runway 5/23, Rehabilitate Runway 14/32,. 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: "Firm Experience in Airport Engineering Services (0-25 points), Work Capacity of Office to Perform Work (0-20 points), Assigned Project Staff in Airport Engineering Services (0-20 points), IDOT Div. of..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Cover Letter, Resumes, Certificate of prequalification with the Illinois Department of Transportation. Review the full document from Waukegan Port District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Waukegan, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.