Advertising Request for Qualifications (RFQ) Airport Consultant - Schoolcraft County Airport
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Nov 19, 2026
Schoolcraft County Airport (Manistique, MI) intends to select a consultant to assist in the design and construction of the PAPI and REIL lighting on Runway 10 and Runway 28. Interested consulting firms are requested to submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) in triplicate form to Rob Bosanic, Airport Manager, Schoolcraft County Courthouse 300 Walnut Street Room 140, Manistique, MI 49854 no later than 4:00 p.m. on 11/19/2026. The SOQ should demonstrate the consultant's interest in providing airport planning, architectural/engineering design, and construction administration associated with the construction of the PAPI and REIL lighting project. This is a Quality Based Selection process, and services for this project will be negotiated after procurement selection occurs. SOQ submittals shall exclude fees or costs. Not all the services or development items listed in this advertisement may be contracted nor eventually required. The Sponsor reserves the right to initiate additional procurement action for any services included in this procurement, but not under contract. Firms will be ranked in areas such as familiarity and understanding of the airport needs; corporate history and background in aviation consulting; demonstrated experience with similar projects; key personnel professional qualifications; firm's ability to provide contact person with demonstrated aviation experience and overall project coordination; knowledge/familiarity with FAA and State regulations, policies, and procedures; and success of recent projects. Awards or special recognition achieved by the firm should be highlighted. Firms should demonstrate their reputation with other airports, by providing at least 3 airport references within the State of Michigan. Additional information may be requested from the top selected firm or firms. Interviews may be conducted at the discretion of the Sponsor. The project schedule is anticipated to be 2027-2028. The projects may be completed over several years and funded in full or in part with funds and/or multiple grants from the Federal Aviation Administration, State of Michigan, and/or local sources. The selected firm will be subject to all state and federal requirements. Land acquisition consultant services necessary to acquire easements for approach clearing of existing approaches as depicted in the approved airport layout plan (ALP) is included in this advertisement provided the work is completed by a qualified and properly licensed land acquisition consultant. Land acquisition consultant services necessary for any new development project or new approaches not specifically described in this advertisement shall not be performed by the consultant selected under this advertisement and will require the sponsor to advertise for and select a separate qualified and properly licensed land acquisition consultant. Questions can be directed to Rob Bosanic Airport Manager by email at bandg@schoolcraftcounty.us
