Open RFPREQUEST FOR PROPOSALS CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT RISK (CMAR) FOR BAGGAGE HANDLING SYSTEM AND BUILDING MODIFICATIONS PROJECT Issued by Jackson Hole Airport
Description: INTRODUCTION
The Jackson Hole Airport Board (the "Board") is soliciting Proposals for its use in selecting a qualified Construction Manager at Risk ("CMAR") for the Baggage Handling System and Building Modifications Project ("Project") at the Jackson Hole Airport ("Airport").
OVERVIEW OF THE AIRPORT
JAC is a commercial service airport located approximately seven miles north of the Town of Jackson in Teton County, Wyoming. The Airport is owned and operated by the Jackson Hole Airport Board under authority granted jointly by the Town of Jackson and Teton County. The Airport is located entirely within Grand Teton National Park under a Use Agreement with the United States Department of the Interior, making it the only commercial service airport in the U.S. operating within a national park. The area boasts world-class ski areas and provides easy access to both Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks. As the busiest airport in the state, JAC is a valued gateway for those who call the area home and for those wanting to experience the natural beauty and wide range of recreational opportunities Wyoming has to offer. The Airport also supports search and rescue, wildland firefighting, air medical service, the National Park Service, and US Forest Service, among other activities. JAC employs approximately 150 people and is also home to over 650 other stakeholder employees which include tenants, contractors and other users. The Airport is served by United, Delta, American and Alaska Airlines year-round. The Board also operates the Fixed Base Operator (FBO) and provides all services to general aviation aircraft.
PROJECT INFORMATION
General Project Overview
Jackson Hole Airport (JAC) is undertaking the Baggage Handling System (BHS) and Building Modifications Project to replace its existing mini-in-line checked baggage inspection system (CBIS) with a fully integrated in-line baggage handling and checked baggage inspection system. The project is intended to improve screening capacity, automation, redundancy, maintainability, and working conditions for Airport, airline, and Transportation Security Administration (TSA) personnel while accommodating JAC's seasonal passenger volumes and unusually high proportion of skis, golf bags, and other long or oversized baggage. The project timeline is dependent on funding availability, including financial support from TSA, local funds, and other funding sources; however, construction could begin as early as fall 2027.
The anticipated construction duration is 24 months or less. Due to the complexity of the work and the need to maintain continuous baggage operations, the project will be executed in multiple phases. Major construction activities will be strategically scheduled during off-peak seasons to minimize operational impacts to the airport and its users.
Current System: The existing system consists of two independent ticket-counter lines, two separate screening pods, four CT-80 and two CT-80XL explosive detection system machines (EDS), two out-of-gauge lines, and two baggage make-up devices.
Current Design Concept: The proposed work is a complete replacement of the BHS except for retention of the existing ticket-counter load-belt layout. The 30% preferred alternative merges the ticket-counter lines through a vertical merge unit, provides one Automatic Tag Reader/Baggage Measurement Array (ATR/BMA) upstream of the security feed, three in-line L3-6700ES EDS machines in a 2+1 configuration, an out-of-gauge bypass to the alarm line, a checked baggage resolution area with eight baggage inspection stations, a clear line to one outbound sortation line, and three baggage make-up devices. Cleared bags will be sorted by carrier after passing a downstream ATR. The configuration includes manual reinsertion of non-cleared bags upstream of the security tracking zone using a power-driven lift table. This project will require the building to be expanded roughly 6,080 square feet to accommodate the new design. The Board anticipates the system will require roughly 170 new drives and about 1,850 feet of new installed conveyor. Exhibit A to this RFP provides a current design update from an October 21, 2026 meeting. Exhibit B to this RFP provides an overview of the project site.
Project Scope (selected highlights)
• Demolition and decommissioning of the existing outbound BHS and six existing Reveal CT-80-series EDS units, together with removal, relocation, modification, salvage, and replacement of associated conveyors, controls, and infrastructure.
• Installation and integration of the permanent ticket-counter feeds, vertical merge, ATR/BMA, security feed, out-of-gauge bypass, three EDS screening lines, On-Screen Resolution (OSR) and alarm conveyors, Checked Baggage Resolution Area (CBRA) clear line, outbound sortation, recirculation, and feeds to three baggage make-up devices.
• Installation and integration of three L3-6700ES (or similar) EDS machines in a 2+1 configuration, including removable conveyor sections and controls needed for future equipment replacement.
• Construction and fit-out of a new CBRA with eight sliding-top, no-lift baggage inspection stations; baggage removal positions; alarm-line queuing with inch-and-store capacity; clear-line discharge; baggage status displays; scanners; passive system-status displays; oversize screening provisions; and associated TSA work areas.
• Provision of manual reinsert capability upstream of the security tracking zone, including a power-driven lift table for movement of non-cleared baggage to the reinsert point.
• Provision of BHS controls and information systems, including baggage handling computers, redundant Programable Logic Controllers (PLCs), conveyor system controllers, motor power panels, distributed I/O, maintenance diagnostics, management information and reporting systems, interfaces, and redundant communications networks.
• Construction of an approximately 20,000-square-foot tensile BHS structure and covered conveyor connection with access walkway. The temporary facility will house the interim CBIS, CBRA functions, baggage sortation, and make-up operations needed to maintain Airport operations during construction of the permanent terminal system.
• Building expansion and renovation for the permanent BHS/CBIS, CBRA, third make-up device, control and server spaces, power distribution, support rooms, and related architectural, structural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, fire protection, low-voltage, security, and site work.
• Construction of an approximately 3,500-square-foot East Goods Processing Area for vendor dry, refrigerated, and frozen goods; trash and cardboard compactors; and trailer storage.
• Relocation of the existing generator and coordination of roadway, apron, secure access, staging, utility, and building-boundary modifications required by the completed work.
• Installation of charging stations in the Bag Make-Up area for all-electric Ground Support Equipment (GSE).
• Testing, site and integrated acceptance, TSA coordination and certification, training, operational readiness, turnover, spare-parts disposition, and closeout for the temporary and permanent systems.
Project Constraints and Performance Considerations
Construction will occur within an active airport environment and must preserve safe, reliable baggage screening and airline operations. The BHS/CBIS is planned for an 18-hour-per-day, 365-day-per-year operating duty cycle and provides redundant flow paths, fail-safe routing of non-cleared baggage, maintainable access, and sufficient queuing to avoid system dieback. The design will also accommodate JAC's long-bag profile, including high volumes of skis, snowboards and ski-related equipment, without compromising required throughput. The existing terminal cannot be expanded vertically, and permanent modifications must remain within the established development boundary. Construction planning must account for restricted airside access, apron staging, public and secure-area separation, severe winter conditions, generator relocation, roadway changes, tug and cart circulation, TSA security requirements, and protection of occupied airport spaces and operating systems.
CMAR Preconstruction and Construction Services
The selected CMAR will join the Airport and design team during design development to provide constructability reviews, phasing and logistics planning, cost estimating, value analysis, schedule development, procurement planning, bid-package strategy, risk management, and coordination with the Airport, airlines, TSA, baggage-system vendors, EDS suppliers, and authorities having jurisdiction. Particular emphasis will be placed on maintaining checked-baggage screening, defining temporary facilities and interim conveyor configurations, planning shutdowns and cutovers, identifying long-lead equipment, and developing a Guaranteed Maximum Price supported by appropriate subcontractor procurement. During construction, the CMAR will be responsible for project management, site logistics, safety and security compliance, trades coordination, temporary protection and utilities, quality control, schedule and cost control, operational coordination, shutdown and cutover planning, commissioning, and closeout. The CMAR will be expected to provide baggage porters or other temporary manual-handling support when required by interim conditions and to schedule disruptive work during low-impact operating periods.
Construction Phasing (summary)
The RFP provides a multi-phase phasing framework including: 1) CMAR preconstruction and early procurement (beginning with CMAR selection in January 2027); 2) Temporary tensile facility and initial temporary system (approx. 20,000 sq ft temporary tensile structure and three CT-80 EDS units; estimated 7-8 weeks for temporary equipment installation and testing after facility readiness); 3) Temporary-system tie-in and expansion (approx. five-day tie-in window for reduced capacity operations and ~three-week relocation of EDS and make-up device); 4) Permanent building and system construction (including terminal expansion, East Goods Processing Area, permanent BHS/CBIS, CBRA, controls, sortation, make-up devices); 5) Permanent-system testing and staged cutover (controls checkout, interface testing, TSA certification, staged cutovers); 6) Temporary-system removal and closeout.
Indicative Project Schedule
The RFP-level schedule assumes CMAR selection and preconstruction authorization in January 2027, and construction notice to proceed in Fall 2027. Temporary tensile structure completion and temporary-system installation, testing, and certification are planned for 2028 with staged permanent construction through 2028-2029, and final commissioning in 2029 subject to CMAR validation.
CMAR RESPONSIBILITIES: General Service Expectations
The Board seeks to retain the services of a qualified CMAR to provide comprehensive preconstruction, construction management, and post-construction management services. This procurement, along with subsequent procurements of subcontractors by the selected CMAR, are subject to laws of the State of Wyoming, including without limitation Wyoming Statutes Section 16-6-101 through 16-6-107, Section 16-6-707, Section 16-6-708, and Section 16-6-1001. Because the Board anticipates federal financial support for the project, interested parties also should be familiar with obligations under 2 C.F.R. Part 200 and TSA obligations for Other-Transaction-Authority-supported projects. The CMAR must be proficient in developing schedules, preparing construction estimates, performing value engineering, coordinating trades, and complying with federal, state and local laws and TSA rules found at 49 C.F.R. Part 1542. The CMAR shall obtain and maintain any necessary licenses and may not subcontract Pre-Construction, Construction Management, or Post-Construction services covered herein without the permission of the Board.
Pre-Construction Phase Scheduling, Constructability Review, Budget, and Bidding
The CMAR will work with the design team to finalize schedules, perform constructability reviews, develop and manage budgets, identify bid packages, procure long-lead items, establish bidding schedules, conduct pre-bid conferences, obtain competitive sealed bids from subcontractors, and provide a Guaranteed Maximum Price Proposal (GMP) for each work element. The RFP identifies tentative bid packages including the temporary tensile structure, the BHS & CBIS (temporary and permanent), generator relocation/replacement, building additions, and other long-lead items.
Construction Phase Responsibilities
The CMAR shall supervise subcontractor work, maintain competent on-site staff (including superintendent), implement safety and security measures, maintain and update the project schedule, control costs with an accounting system, produce a Quality Control Plan, and coordinate operational interfaces.
Post-Construction Phase
The CMAR will coordinate submission of as-built drawings, O&M manuals, warranties, provide training (including digital video copies of key sessions), perform warranty inspections during the one-year warranty period, and attend warranty review meetings.
REQUIRED MINIMUM CMAR QUALIFICATIONS
1. Ability to provide Performance and Payment bonds for the entire Project
2. Ability to secure customary insurance coverage for a major project on a Part 139 airport
3. The CMAR must have been conducting business a MINIMUM of three (3) consecutive years prior to its Proposal.
RFP HOLDERS LIST
Firms responding to this RFP are requested to register on the RFP Holders List by contacting Anna Valsing with the Jackson Hole Airport by email at anna.valsing@jhairport.org.
QUESTIONS
If discrepancies or omissions are found or there is doubt as to the true meaning of any part of the RFP, a written request for clarification or interpretation shall be submitted before the deadline set forth in this RFP. Questions submitted after this time will not be considered. Any clarification or interpretation or change to the RFP will be by written addendum. The Board is not responsible for any explanation, clarification, interpretation, or approval made or given in any manner except by written addendum. All questions and correspondence related to this RFP shall be emailed to the Authorized Representative designated below:
Anna Valsing
Jackson Hole Airport
anna.valsing@jhairport.org
PROPOSAL CONTENT (highlights)
Proposals shall include a cover letter; firm information; organizational chart; project personnel resumes; similar project experience (up to five relevant projects); demonstration of required qualifications; compliance information; design & pre-construction services plan; construction phase services plan; proposed project management software (Airport is familiar with Procore); safety program; fee proposal detailing fee elements; insurance & bonding capability; non-discrimination policy acknowledgment; and identification of confidential/proprietary material.
SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
Interested CMAR's shall submit one (1) hard copy of their complete proposal package and one PDF copy on a thumb drive. Proposals shall be delivered in a sealed envelope marked on the exterior with "Proposal for CMAR Services for Baggage Handling System and Building Modifications". Emailed submissions will not be accepted. Proposals should be sent via FedEx or UPS and addressed to:
Anna Valsing
Jackson Hole Airport Board Administration Office
1215 East Airport Road
Jackson, Wyoming 83001
Proposals shall be submitted no later than 3:00 pm (MST) on December 11, 2026. No Proposals will be opened prior to the proposal due date. Proposals received after the deadline shall remain unopened and will not be considered.
SCHEDULE OF KEY EVENTS, DATES, AND TIMES
Publish RFP November 4, 2026
Optional Pre-Proposal Meeting and Site/Project Visit November 16, 2026 at 1:00 pm
Questions Due November 24, 2026
Addendum Answering Questions Published December 2, 2026
Proposals Due December 11, 2026
Board Approval of CMAR Agreement January 2027
OPTIONAL PRE-PROPOSAL MEETING
An optional Pre-Proposal Meeting and Site/Project visit will be held on November 16 at 1:00 pm MST in person at the Board Room of the Jackson Hole Airport administration offices. Respondents will be able to tour the project site. Respondents are strongly encouraged to attend the non-mandatory pre-proposal meeting.
EVALUATION CRITERIA AND PROCESS
An Evaluation Committee will review proposals using these weighted criteria: Key Personnel Experience (40), Proposed Approach (35), Firm Experience (20), Fee Proposal (5). The Board may hold interviews, discussions, and/or negotiations, and reserves rights to reject any or all proposals, waive informalities, extend deadlines, and make award determinations it deems most advantageous to the Airport. The Board historically uses ConsensusDocs 500 Series: CM At-Risk as the form of agreement and the Agreement will include required federal provisions.
GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS (summary)
Addenda will be issued in writing and distributed to those on the RFP Holders List; the Board is not responsible for costs incurred in responding to the RFP; proposers must not attempt to influence the evaluation committee; Title VI, non-collusion, assignment, independent CMAR status, confidentiality, withdrawal policy, reservation of rights, and other standard public procurement terms apply.