The purpose of thisproject is for the construction of a GTC facility. The GTC will provide forcentralized, airport passenger access to taxis, rideshares, hotel shuttles andpublic transportation on the ground level. Additionally, the GTC will providesupport spaces for personnel that maintain/operate the facility and fourclimate-controlled elevators. The Parking Structure is estimated to accommodateparking for 2,500 vehicles with 450-500 parking spots on each level. The topfloor of the facility shall be designed for vehicle parking and to structurallysupport future development of an Electric Vertical Take-Off & Landing(eVTOL) operations area. A Project Development Manual (PDM) is included in thesolicitation package to provide additional details on the proposed scope of theproject.
The proposedsite elements included in the new GTC are as follows, but not limited to:
Architectural andStructural Design
- New entry plaza (dedicated short-term and long-term parking) with commercial vehicle bypass
- Access to existing or future exit toll plaza
- Concrete post-tension structure and/or pre-cast concrete structure
- Conditioned lobby at grade with provisions for future pathway to terminal
- Approximately 5-6 elevated levels - to be developed by Design-Build (D-B)
- Vertical circulation core (elevator/stairs) to serve parking and GTC
- Vertical circulation ramping to meet entry/exit requirements - to be developed by D-B
- Parking Geometrics and pavement markings
- Signage / wayfinding
- Other elements to be considered to ensure project success
Mechanical, Electricaland Plumbing Design
- Utility connections/Improvement
- HVAC chilled water system and/or other HVAC system, as required
- Building Automation/Energy Management
- Air Filtration & Distribution
- Future eVTOL provisions
- Electrical service, meters and submetering
- Emergency Generator
- EV Chargers & future provisions
- Lighting and Controls
- Fire Alarm, Sprinkler Systems and Emergency Responder Radio coverage
- Domestic Water
- Passenger Restrooms
- Ground Transportation Operator Restrooms
- Other elements to be considered to ensure project success
Technology
- Security and Technologies
- Parking Access and Revenue Control System (PARCS)
- Advanced Parking Guidance System (APGS)
- Digital Signage
- IT Communications Requirements
- Main Distribution Frame
- IDF Room Distribution
- Other elements to be considered to ensure project success
Proposed early workpackages will be developed as follows:
- Package 1 Civil Demolition and Utility Relocations
- Package 2 Early Foundation
- Package 3 Early Procurement for Switchgear and other long lead items
These packages will benegotiated as fixed price proposals that will be included in the GuaranteedMaximum Price (GMP). The D-B will develop and complete these design packages tothe 100% construction documents level as the Architect/Engineer of Record.
The total estimatedcontract amount is not to exceed $110,000,000 (not to exceed $125,000,000 totalprogram cost). Optional project components will be considered to meet budgetrequirements. The GMP may be negotiated based on construction documentsdeveloped by the D-B at the 95% design stage, after which construction canbegin.
Project Objectives:
- Establish and sustain an integrated and cohesive Project team relationship between the City, the City's stakeholders, the D-B, and the D-B's entire team to deliver an optimized high-quality design and construction that is on time and within the City's budget.
- Design and construct a Project that will further the City's vision and functional requirements with solutions that are high performance, sustainable, and possess a holistic awareness of local site.
- Maintain a safe, injury free work site.
- Minimize impacts to the Airport through close coordination with City.
- Minimize impacts to parking and traffic for work site and material storage.
D-B shall provide, butnot limited to:
- Complete, permittable, and constructable construction documents developed from the preliminary RFQ bridging documents.
- All project management, architectural, engineering, cost management, permitting (including costs), project design and construction schedule, and other such pre-construction services required for the successful completion of the Project.
- Identify a fair process to facilitate and expedite design review to enhance schedule with City and stakeholders.
- Identify project specific risks, clearly identify how such risks are mitigated, and maintain a risk register hosted within City's Project Management Information System (PMIS) platform. D-B shall allocate the risk to each party best suited to address the risk.
- Identify sustainable design opportunities.
- All quality management controls, and monitoring needed for a successful project, including quality assurance and quality control of both design and construction phases of the project.
- All construction management and supervision, general conditions for construction, construction services for all required trades, including all labor, materials and equipment required for a complete and workable Project.
- Maintain compliance with all applicable prevailing wage laws/Davis Bacon Laws.
- Systems commissioning, operational readiness, performance requirements validation, Project Substantial Completion, Final Completion, close-out, and warranty follow-up services.
Background
The San Antonio International Airport has experienced significant growth in traveler numbers, achieving record passenger traffic in 2023. In response to this increase and the construction of a new terminal, the airport plans to develop an upgraded Parking Garage and Ground Transportation Center (GTC) to accommodate approximately 2,500 vehicles. This development aims to enhance services for taxis, rideshares, hotel shuttles, and public transportation. The GTC will reduce curbside congestion by redirecting traffic away from the loop roadway, improving overall efficiency.
Work Details
The contract involves the construction of a New Parking Structure and GTC facility that will centralize airport passenger access to various ground transportation options. Key components include:
- **Architectural and Structural Design:** New entry plaza with dedicated short-term and long-term parking, access to existing or future exit toll plaza, concrete post-tension or pre-cast concrete structure, conditioned lobby with future pathway provisions, approximately 5-6 elevated levels developed by a Design-Build team, vertical circulation core (elevators/stairs), vertical circulation ramping for entry/exit requirements, parking geometrics and pavement markings, signage/wayfinding.
- **Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing Design:** Utility connections/improvements, HVAC systems (chilled water system), building automation/energy management, air filtration & distribution, provisions for future eVTOL operations, electrical service including meters and submetering, emergency generator installations, EV chargers & future provisions.
- **Technology:** Security technologies including Parking Access and Revenue Control System (PARCS), Advanced Parking Guidance System (APGS), digital signage, IT communications requirements.
Proposed early work packages include civil demolition and utility relocations; early foundation work; early procurement for switchgear and other long lead items. The total estimated contract amount is not to exceed $110 million.
Period of Performance
The project timeline includes several key dates: RFQ responses are due by January 7, 2025; evaluation of RFQ submissions is scheduled for February 7, 2025; proposal due date is March 11, 2025; with anticipated City Council consideration in May/June 2025.
Place of Performance
The project will be performed at the San Antonio International Airport located in San Antonio, Texas.
