Reconstruction of Runway 12L‑30R from Taxiway Sierra to Taxiway Lima at St. Louis Lambert International Airport

The City of St. Louis is seeking qualified contractors to fully reconstruct Runway 12L‑30R (approximately 9,000 ft) between Taxiway Sierra and Taxiway Lima at St. Louis Lambert International Airport. The scope includes complete removal of existing PCC pavement, installation of new concrete runway, reconstruction of associated taxiways, replacement of asphalt shoulder, installation of new lighting and electrical infrastructure, storm‑drainage work, pavement markings, and all required site‑access and safety measures. The contract is a fixed‑price award with a $35 M estimated cost, a $886,644 bid deposit, and liquidated damages of $5,500 per day for schedule overruns. The work must be completed within 200 calendar days (220 days if additive alternates are awarded). The project is subject to extensive FAA, state, and local regulations, including Buy‑American, prevailing‑wage, E‑Verify, and anti‑discrimination requirements. • Runway 12L‑30R full‑depth removal and new PCC runway construction. • Associated taxiway reconstruction, lighting upgrades, drainage, and pavement marking. • Strict safety/phasing plan with mandatory pre‑bid Zoom meeting and detailed bid‑deposit and bonding requirements. • 200‑day construction schedule (potential +20 days for awarded alternates) and $5,500/day liquidated‑damage clause.