The FAA has issued an RFQ seeking qualified Architectural and Engineering (A&E) firms to design a new sponsor‑owned Federal Contract Tower (FCT) at Caldwell Executive Airport (EUL) in Idaho. The scope includes civil, architectural, structural, mechanical‑electrical‑plumbing (MEP), and FAA coordination services for an eight‑sided, 450 sf cab with a 7‑degree rotation, integrated mullion framework, and compliance with FAA lighting, security, NEPA, and Airport Layout Plan updates. Submissions are due October 2, 2026 (4 PM MDT) via courier or the OpenGov portal. Technical inquiries close September 16, 2026. The project is a design‑only effort; construction will be performed by the airport sponsor.
• Location: Caldwell Executive Airport, Caldwell, Idaho
• Soliciting agency: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
• Services required: full A&E design, FAA coordination, NEPA documentation support, security compliance
• Design specifics: 8‑sided, 450 sf cab, 10″ × 12″ mullion system, 7° rotation, 115.83 ft tower height
• Mandatory standards: AC 70/7460‑1M lighting, Order 1600.69 security, NEPA, ALP updates
• Submission deadline: 2 Oct 2026 (4 PM MDT)
• Inquiry deadline: 16 Sept 2026
• Procurement type: Request for Qualifications (RFQ)