BNIA – Baggage Handling System (BHS) Upgrade

The Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority (NFTA), owner and operator of the Buffalo Niagara International Airport, is seeking a qualified consultant to develop the technical specifications and supporting documents for the “BNIA Baggage Handling System (BHS) Lower- Level IT System Upgrade” project. This project will deliver an integrated solution that replaces the lower-level IT controls, optimizes baggage routing, and enhances overall system performance and security, all while maintaining uninterrupted operations throughout implementation. The design services scope of work consists of preparing performance-based technical specifications and supporting documentation for the procurement of a Design-Build team to modernize the lower-level controls of the Baggage Handling System (BHS) at Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BNIA). This effort includes evaluating and replacing aging PLC-based automation, optimizing conveyor routing, and improving integration with TSA screening tunnels and upper-level control systems. The new system will enhance operational reliability, align with evolving security standards, and ensure uninterrupted baggage processing throughout implementation. Deliverables will support the development of a comprehensive Design-Build RFP package, including technical requirements, reference drawings, system interface definitions, and implementation phasing strategies. The participation goals for this contract are 0% MBE, 5% WBE and 8% SDVOB. Document Holders shall register “on-line” at the Authority's Engineering website at www.nftaengineering.com under this Project prior to obtaining the RFP. The participation goals for this contract are 0% MBE, 5% WBE and 8% SDVOB Pre-Proposal Conference Information A virtual pre-proposal conference will be held at 10:00 a.m. on November 18, 2025, via Microsoft Teams. To receive the meeting invitation, contact Andrew Lemon at [email protected] Please submit your request in advance, late requests may not be accommodated. Business enterprises awarded an identical or substantially similar procurement contract within the past five years: none Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business (SDVOB) SDVOB Goal: 8.00% Minority / Women Business Enterprise contracting goals (MWBE) MBE Goal: 0.00% WBE Goal: 5.00%