Title
Airport Passenger Boarding Bridges and Ground Support Equipment Installation and Commissioning
Action
Action:
A. Approve a unit price contract with AERO BridgeWorks, Inc. for the installation and commissioning of Passenger Boarding Bridges, ground support equipment, and spare parts for an initial term of three years, and
B. Authorize the City Manager to renew the contract for up to two, one-year terms with possible price adjustments and to amend the contract consistent with the purpose for which the contract was approved.
Body
Staff Resource(s):
Haley Gentry, Aviation
Jack Christine, Aviation
Explanation
§ This contract provides for the procurement, installation, and commissioning of Passenger Boarding Bridges (PBB), associated ground support equipment, and spare parts.
§ The Airport will add 17 PBBs to Concourse E to improve safety and security by restricting access to the ramp. The new PBBs will also provide a better passenger experience by protecting passengers from the elements during boarding and deplaning operations.
§ This contract will also replace 19 PBBs on other concourses that have reached the end of their useful service life.
§ On February 11, 2021, the city issued a Request for Proposals (RFP); one response was received.
§ AERO BridgeWorks, Inc. meets the city’s needs in terms of qualifications, experience, cost, and responsiveness to RFP requirements.
§ Annual expenditures are estimated to be $8,100,000.
§ This activity is occurring on Airport property located in Council District 3.
Charlotte Business INClusion
The city negotiates subcontracting participation after the proposal selection process (Part C: Section 2.1(h) of the Charlotte Business INClusion Policy). Aero BridgeWorks, Inc. has identified the following certified firm to be utilized as the project evolves:
§ Besco Electric Corporation (MBE) (electrical)
Fiscal Note
Funding: Aviation Capital Investment Program