Request for Qualifications-Update Airport Master Plan/Airport Layout Plan

AdvertisementRequest for Qualifications (RFQ)The City of Charlevoix, Michigan, intends to select a consultant to assist in updating its Airport Master Plan/Airport Layout Plan and Narrative Report.  Interested consultant firms are requested to submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) in triplicate to the attention of the City Clerk, Sarah Dvoracek, 210 State St. Charlevoix, MI 49720 no later than4:00pm EST on January 5th, 2026.The SOQ should demonstrate the consultant’s interest in providing planning services associated with the Airport Master Plan/Airport Layout Plan and Narrative Report.This is a Quality Based Selection process, and services this project will be negotiated independently.   SOQ submittals shall include fee or costs.  Not all of the services or developed 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 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 three (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.Projects are anticipated to be initiated in 2026.  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 (FAA), 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 and maintain easements for approaches as depicted in the approved airport layout plan (ALP) is included in the advertisement provided the work 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 the advertisement shall not be performed by the selected consultant selected under this advertisement and will require sponsor to advertise for and select a separate qualified and properly licensed land acquisition consultant.Questions can be directed to: Rob Scholey, (231) 547-3605 orFor security reasons, you must enable JavaScript to view this E-mail address.