Submitted By: Matthew Grow
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Presentation By: Matthew Grow
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Department: Aviation
STAFF RECOMMENDATION (Motion Ready):
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Approve a task work order with Infrastructure Consulting & Engineering, PLLC, for design services for the A12 Hangar Infrastructure project in the amount of $147,741
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OCALA’S RELEVANT STRATEGIC GOALS:
Economic Hub, Quality of Place
PROOF OF PUBLICATION:
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BACKGROUND:
The A12 corporate hangar development site comprises an unimproved five-acre parcel with direct access to the airfield. The City has issued multiple public solicitations to identify qualified developers interested in developing all or portions of the site. Despite these efforts, no viable proposals were received, primarily due to the extensive site preparation required. Necessary improvements include substantial grading, installation of horizontal utilities, construction of taxi lane pavement, and extension of the frontage road.
This task work order will initiate the design of the required horizontal infrastructure, which will begin construction later this year or in early 2026. The design will subdivide the property into three to four parcels suitable for 20,000-square-foot hangars and four additional parcels for 6,400-square-foot hangars. The total cost of infrastructure improvements will be allocated proportionally across the developable parcels. Prospective developers will be responsible for their share of these costs as part of the evaluation process for securing a long-term ground lease.
FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS:
On February 17, 2022, the City issued Request for Proposals (RFP) No. AIR/220118 for continuing general aviation engineering services. Of the eight firms that responded, Infrastructure Consulting & Engineering, PLLC, and McFarland Johnson, Inc. were the highest-ranked and were subsequently awarded three-year contracts.
Infrastructure Consulting & Engineering, PLLC, brings substantial experience in airport engineering and planning, making them well-qualified to lead this phase of the project.
This Task Work Order includes the following components:
• Task 1: Site Assessment and Geotechnical Investigation
• Task 2: Engineering Design
• Task 3: Earthwork Planning and Specifications
• Task 4: Clearing and Grubbing Determination
• Task 5: Cut and Fill Calculations
• Task 6: Progress Reporting, Coordination, and Documentation
• Task 7: Technical Specifications
• Task 8: Cost Estimation
The scope and fee proposal submitted by Infrastructure Consulting & Engineering, PLLC, has been reviewed and approved by the City Engineer.
Funding for the design phase of this project is provided through a Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) grant, matched by the Airport. The City Council approved this funding at its meeting on May 6, 2025.
The Airport Advisory Board has expressed its support for this project.
Construction bid opening is currently anticipated for early 2026.
FISCAL IMPACT:
FDOT Grant: $116,081 341-050-724-542-54-31010
City Grant Share: $29,020 451-027-724-542-54-31010
City Share: $ 2,640 451-027-720-542-54-34010
Total Project: $147,741
PROCUREMENT REVIEW:
These services were procured in compliance with the City’s procurement policy.
LEGAL REVIEW:
This Agreement was reviewed and approved for form and legality by City Attorney, William E. Sexton.
ALTERNATIVE:
• Approve with Changes
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• Deny