Title
Airport Concourse D Escalator Replacement
Action
Action:
Approve a contract in the amount of $4,320,800 to the lowest responsive bidder Messer Construction Co. for the Concourse D Escalator In-Truss Modernization Project.
Body
Staff Resource(s):
Haley Gentry, Aviation
Jack Christine, Aviation
Explanation
§ This project will provide for the replacement of five escalators located in Concourse D. The existing escalators have reached their service life, and most replacement parts are no longer being manufactured.
§ Specific work includes replacing all escalator components while reusing the existing truss structure, as well as constructing storage areas under the escalators, electrical demolition, replacing conduits and wiring, new circuits for motor controllers, pit lighting, and fire safety devices, and new light fixtures.
§ On November 21, 2024, the city issued an Invitation to Bid; three bids were received.
§ Messer Construction Co. was selected as the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.
Charlotte Business INClusion
Messer Construction Co. has identified a subcontracting opportunity and has committed 6.53% ($281,977) of the total contract amount to the following certified firm:
§ Ascendance Electric (MBE) ($281,977) (electrical)
Fiscal Note
Funding: Aviation Capital Investment Plan