Invitation to Bid – Taxiway E Extension (Bid 26‑35)

The City of Fayetteville is seeking qualified contractors to construct an extension of Taxiway E at Drake Field Fayetteville Executive Airport. The work includes approximately 1,800 feet of asphalt paving, installation of signage, grading, and drainage improvements, and must be bid on a unit‑price basis with a deductive alternate bid item. Bidders must provide a 5 % bid bond (or cashier’s check) for bids over $50,000 and a 100 % performance bond after award. Federal requirements (Buy‑American, Davis‑Bacon, etc.) apply, and the successful contractor must hold a valid Arkansas contractor’s license, be registered in good standing with the State Secretary of State, and have an active SAM.gov registration at award time. • Scope: 1,800 ft of asphalt pavement, signage, grading, and drainage at an airport taxiway. • Submission: Bids due May 28 2026, 2:00 PM (electronic or sealed); pre‑bid meeting May 12 2026 (non‑mandatory). • Bonds & Licensing: 5 % bid bond for bids > $50K, 100 % performance/payments bond, required Arkansas contractor license and SAM registration.