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GACRAA seeks bids for fuel tank replacement and rehabilitation at Gainesville Airport.

Published
Paper
Gainesville Sun, The
Category
Miscellaneous Notices
City
Gainesville
Address
3880 N.E. 39th Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32609

Full Notice Text

LEGAL NOTICE REQUEST FOR BIDS # 26-002 DESIGN/BUILD CRITERIA FUEL FARM JET-A TANK REPLACEMENT AND FUEL STORAGE FACILITY REHABILITATION AT THE GAINESVILLE REGIONAL AIRPORT The Gainesville-Alachua County Regional Airport Authority (GACRAA) is soliciting sealed bids for the GNV Design/Build Criteria Fuel Farm Jet-A Fuel Tank Replacement & Rehabilitation project. The work shall include turn-key delivery and on-site installation of three (3) 15,000-gallon horizontal, single wall, Jet-A fuel tanks in a secondary fuel spill containment area and replacement of Jet-A pump and motor, fuel filtration tank, static relaxation tank, piping, valves, and miscellaneous appurtenances. Additional work includes removal of two (2) 600-gallon diesel tank systems, and two (2) 600-gallon Mogas systems, and off-site replacement with a new Diesel and Mogas tank system. The Design/Build Contractor shall provide necessary permits and ensure the tank(s) and all appurtenances shall meet all applicable requirements of API, NFPA, Florida DEP, ASME, UL and other regulatory agencies as required by Chapter 62-761, of the Florida Administrative Code. In addition, provisions for an update to the Fuel Farm Spill Prevention Control and Counter Measures (SPCC) Plan with Mandatory Training by the successful contractor shall be included. The Design/Build Criteria Plans and Specifications for the project may be obtained from the offices of AVCON, INC. Digital copies are available at no charge; hard copies will not be provided. Criteria Plans and Specifications will be available, after 8:00 AM on Wednesday, February 4, 2026. PLEASE NOTE: To ensure you are apprised of changes to project requirements and receive all Addenda, you must register with AVCON and be on the Plan Holders' List to bid the project. Please contact Sue Finney at AVCON, Inc. at 5555 E. Michigan Street, Suite 200, Orlando, FL 32822; by email: sfinney@avconinc.com; or by phone: 407.599.1122 x244. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference will be held on Monday, February 16, 2026 at 1:00 PM at the Gainesville Regional Airport, Passenger Terminal Board Room, 3880 N.E. 39th Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32609. A site visit of the project areas will be conducted immediately following the pre-bid conference. Each participant shall provide their own transportation. Other site visits may be scheduled by appointment at the convenience of the Airport by calling (352)-373-0249. Bids must be signed by an authorized official of the Design/Build entity, enclosed in a sealed envelope or package clearly marked: "Project No. 26-002 ? GNV Design/Build Criteria Fuel Farm Jet-A Tank Replacement & Fuel Storage Facility Rehabilitation" and mailed or delivered to: Gainesville Regional Airport Attn: Chief Executive Officer, Administrative Office 3880 N.E. 39th Avenue, Suite A. Gainesville, Florida 32609 Bids are due by 4:00 PM, Tuesday, March 10, 2026 and will be publicly opened at this time. The official clock is located in the Authority's Administrative Office. Bids received after 4:00 PM, Tuesday, March 10, 2026 will not be considered. GACRAA reserves the right to reject any or all bids received in response to this Request for Bids as determined to be in the best interest of the Airport. February 6 2026 LSAR0453632

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the deadline for submitting bids for the Fuel Farm Jet-A Tank Replacement project?
Bids are due by 4:00 PM on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
Where can I obtain the Design/Build Criteria Plans and Specifications for the project?
The plans and specifications can be obtained from AVCON, INC. Digital copies are available at no charge after 8:00 AM on February 4, 2026.
Is there a pre-bid conference for the Fuel Farm project?
Yes, a non-mandatory pre-bid conference will be held on February 16, 2026, at 1:00 PM at the Gainesville Regional Airport.
How do I register to bid on the Fuel Farm project?
To register, you must contact Sue Finney at AVCON, Inc. and be on the Plan Holders' List to receive updates and addenda.
What should be included in the bid submission for the project?
Bids must be signed by an authorized official, enclosed in a sealed envelope marked with the project number, and delivered to the Gainesville Regional Airport's Administrative Office.

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