JOHNSTON COUNTY AIRPORT
AUTHORITY
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS
FOR
AIRPORT PLANNING SERVICES
For
JOHNSTON REGIONAL AIRPORT (JNX)
3149 Swift Creek Rd.
Smithfield, NC 27577
PHIL LANIER
AIRPORT DIRECTOR
(919) 934-0992
phil.lanier@johnstonnc.com
March 2, 2018
1. GENERAL
The Johnston County Airport Authority, owner and operator of the Johnston Regional
Airport (JNX is 32 air miles SE of RDU), is seeking proposals from qualified aviation
consultants for Professional On-Call Airport Planning Consultant Services for the next
five (5) years. Additional information about JNX can be found at:
• www.jnx-airport.com
• http://www.gcr1.com/5010web/airport.cfm?Site=JNX&AptSecNum=0
• See Attachment A
Proposals shall be received until 5:00 p.m. EST on May 1, 2018 in the office of the
Airport Director to the attention of Phil Lanier at the address below:
Johnston County Airport Authority
3149 Swift Creek Rd.
Smithfield, NC 27577
Questions regarding the scope of services or other items related to this RFP must be
directed to:
Phil Lanier
Airport Director
Johnston Regional Airport
(919)-934-0992
phil.lanier@johnstonnc.com
JNX assumes no responsibility for costs incurred in responding to this RFQ.
2. SCHEDULE
03/02/18 RFQ posted
04/02/18 by 5:00 p.m. Deadline for written Questions
04/06/18 Posting of Answers as addenda
05/01/18 by 5:00 p.m. RFQ submittals due
Short-list and interviews will be determined and scheduled for May and/or June (if
necessary)
3. SCOPE OF SERVICES
The Johnston County Airport Authority is working to provide improvements that will
enhance safety and service at JNX. Projects may include airside/landside planning and
environmental services. Among the projects that might be considered during the next
five (5) years are:
a. Airport Master Plan and ALP set with ACIP. JNX is envisioning a runway
extension and ramp expansion. Note: road, creek and terrain challenges
exist.
b. Environmental studies, reviews and updates
c. Updating past EA’s concerning land for apron expansion, hangars, FBOs
etc.
d. Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan & Spill Prevention, Control and
Countermeasure Plan
e. Airport Business and/or Marketing Plan
f. Airport GIS with Approach Surveys
Consultant will be expected to provide miscellaneous services relating to the airport on
an as-needed and as-requested basis. Services may include field assistance, general
consulting and assistance with grant applications, research, contract document
preparation, or other professional services.
Key individuals identified in the proposal will be expected to be available for the projects
and perform the work as identified and needed for each project. Attendance at identified
meetings for key individuals at JNX will be required. These people will be specific in the
contract and any changes in personnel must be reviewed and approved by the
Authority.
4. CONTENT OF THE PROPOSAL
The Johnston County Airport Authority requests that any firm desiring to be considered
submit two (2) bound copies and one (1) electronic copy of the Statement of
Qualifications per section one of this RFQ. Copies of your proposal shall be marked
“AIRPORT PLANNING SERVICES FOR JNX”, and shall contain the following:
a. A brief description of the firm. Include an organizational chart and location of
personnel if other than main office.
b. The qualifications and background of the firm.
c. A summary of any arrangements that will be made with any other firm for
assistance on this work.
d. A list of key personnel with resumes
e. A list of similar work performed for other airports, including a description of work
and the name of the airport, list of dates when work was accomplished, and the
action taken as a result of the work. If presently engaged in similar work or under
contract doing similar work, please describe. A list of references should be
included with contact information.
f. Discussion explaining why you think the Johnston County Airport Authority would
benefit from selecting your firm to do the work.
g. The firm’s project approach and ability to complete work described.
5. QUESTIONS PRE-SUBMITTAL
All questions and clarifications must be submitted in writing or by e-mail to the above
address. All questions and answers shall be as an addendum to the original RFQ and
will be sent by email.
6. SELECTION PROCESS
The Johnston County Airport Authority follows the Qualification based selection
process set by the FAA under AC150/5100-14E, and as required by the NCDOT
Division of Aviation. Proposals received will be screened by a review committee for
adequacy of content and experience. The committee will select no more than three (3)
firms to be interviewed. Selection criteria will include, but is not limited to:
a. Evaluation of proposals.
b. Proven background and experience in working with the FAA Southern Region,
Memphis ADO, NCDOT Division of Aviation, and airports of this type and size.
c. References with respect to airport planning projects.
d. Knowledge of FAA/NCDOT Div. of Aviation regulations, policies and procedures.
e. Availability of the firm for participation at public meetings and Authority meetings.
f. Ability to complete work in a timely manner as dictated by the grants.
g. Capability to furnish qualified personnel for each project.
h. Specific background and experience of the key people who will be involved in
providing these services.
i. Confirmation of review of all addenda to this RFQ.
Proposals will be evaluated according to the following criteria:
Demonstrated Experience and
relationship with governmental
agencies
Past Performance
Qualifications of Personnel Assigned:
Familiarity/Capability to work with
facility and community of similar type
and size
20%
30%
30%
20%
The Authority reserves the right to select from submittals or may interview from a short
list of qualified consultants if deemed necessary. The selection committee reserves the
right to reject any or all submittals. It is the Authority’s desire to award a contract to one
firm.
7. CONTRACT
The top ranked firm will be invited to negotiate a contract with the Johnston County
Airport Authority. Detailed scopes of work and associated fees will be developed and
agreed-to by the selected consultant and the Johnston County Airport Authority, and will
be incorporated as part of the “Contract”.
Attachment A
There are additional reports and analyses that were undertaken as part of the NCASP. Some of the publications
prepared and available on the Division of Aviation’s website include:
Ó
Airport Pavement Management System (APMS) and Pavement Condition Assessment
Ó
Automated Weather Observation System (AWOS) Condition Assessments
Ó General Aviation Airport Return on Investment Case Studies
Ó Aeronautical Surveys for Airports GIS
Ó North Carolina Airport Development Programs and Policies Guide (NCADPP)
For more information on these studies or the NCASP, please visit:
http://www.ncdot.gov/aviation/
2014
20-Year Costs for NCASP Recommended Projects
Based on the recommendations in the NCASP, it is estimated that at least
$1.2 billion is needed in order to meet the target goals for the plan’s
performance measures and ADP objectives. These costs represent planning-
level estimates to increase the performance and respond to future needs.
Airport Grouping/Role
In 2004, DOA developed and adopted the Airport Groupings Model that used demographic and economic data to identify key
community parameters that could be used to determine what type of airport an area could support. Data for the model was updated
and groupings were revised as a part of this NCASP. More detail on the model and the methodology are available in the NCASP
technical report. The following represent general runway length objectives by Airport Grouping:
NORTH CAROLINA
AIRPORTS SYSTEM PLAN
Yellow Airports
Red Airports
Blue Airports
Green Airports
5 10
PERCENT (%) OF NCASP TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS
15 200
ESTIMATED COSTS BY
AIRPORT GROUPING
NCASP ESTIMATED COSTS = $1.2 BILLION
SELECT PROJECT TYPES/TOTALS
As part of the NCASP, Johnston
Regional Airport was classified as a
Red Airport.
Pavement Condition $210M
Runway Length/Width $165M
RPZ $128M
RSA $108M
Parallel Taxiway $84M
GA Terminal $46M
Approach Lighting $39M
$422M
36%
$214M
18%
$172M
14%
$378M
32%
2015 INDIVIDUAL AIRPORT SUMMARY: Johnston Regional Airport
Yellow Airport:
+ 6,500' RUNWAY
Red Airport: + 6,000' RUNWAY
Blue Airport: + 5,000' RUNWAY
Green Airport: + 4,200' RUNWAY
JNX
The North Carolina Airport System
The North Carolina Airport System consists of 72 public-use airports that serve the aviation needs of North Carolina
residents and visitors. Ten of these airports provide commercial airline service and the remainder are general aviation
airports. The existing system is well-rounded and accessible. Currently, 94% of the state’s population resides within 30
minutes of a system airport and 89% of the population lives within 60 minutes of an airport that provides commercial airline
service. Similarly, 98% of North Carolina businesses or employment centers are within a 30-minute drive to a system airport.
As future development and economic opportunities arise, expansion and updates to the system’s services and coverage are needed
to meet increasing demand. Further, key improvements in infrastructure and facilities, some of which are highlighted in this brochure,
will be necessary to keep the system positioned for future aviation and economic development opportunities. All of these considerations
are discussed in the North Carolina Airports System Plan (NCASP).
JOHNSTON REGIONAL AIRPORT
Airport Development Plan Facility Objectives/Recommendations
For each airport grouping/role, a series of facility objectives were established to make sure that every airport is meeting the standards and
serving the needs of the surrounding communities and the statewide aviation system. The NCASP identifies recommended projects the
airport should consider in order to meet Airport Development Plan objectives. The following table summarizes the categories, the airport’s
existing condition, the objective, and identifies whether the airport meets the objective.
AIRPORT DEVELOPMENT
PLAN CATEGORY
ACTUAL (2015) OBJECTIVE
MEETS
OBJECTIVE?
Airport Layout Plan (ALP)
2007 ALP Completed/Updated Within Last 10 Years
Yes
Runway Safety Area (RSA)
1,000 FT 1,000 FT
Yes
Runway Protection Zone (RPZ) Ownership
Partial Fee Simple
No
Pavement Condition Index (PCI) - Primary RWY
83 (as of 2012) PCI ≥ 75
Yes
Pavement Condition Index (PCI) - Apron
92 (as of 2012) PCI ≥ 75
Yes
Pavement Condition Index (PCI) - Taxiways
96 (as of 2012) PCI ≥ 75
Yes
Runway Length
5,500 FT 6,000 FT
No
Runway Width
100 FT 100 FT
Yes
Pavement Strength
30,000lbs SW, 65,000lbs DW
> 60,000lbs SW or DW or Per PCN Analysis if
Part 139
Yes
Visual Navigational Aids
RB, LWS, PAPI-4
Rotating Beacon (RB), Lighted Wind Stock (LWS),
PAPI-4
Yes
Runway Edge Lighting
MIRL Medium Intensity Runway Lighting (MIRL)
Yes
Weather Reporting Capability
AWOS IIIPT AWOS III
Yes
Standard Instrument Approach
Precision Approach (PA), 200', 1/2 mile
Instrument Approach with Vertical Guidance
(APV), 250', 3/4m
Yes
Parallel Taxiway
Full Parallel Full Parallel
Yes
Aircraft Apron
60 spaces
25% Based Aircraft + 20% Busy Day Transient =
40 spaces
Yes
General Aviation Terminal Building
2,500 SF 5,500 SF
No
Taxiway & Apron Edge Lighting
MITL Medium Intensity Taxiway Lighting (MITL)
Yes
Aireld Signage
RHP, L, G, DR
Runway Hold Position (RHP), Location (L),
Guidance (G), Distance Remaining (DR)
Yes
Ground Communication
RCO
UNICOM, Remote Communications Outlet (RCO) or
Ground Communications Outlet (GCO)
Yes
Approach Lighting
MALSR Approach Lighting System (ALS)
Yes
Aircraft Rescue and Fireghting (ARFF)
Equipment
No Case by Case
N/A
Hangars
99 hangars 75% Based Aircraft = 84 hangars
Yes
Aireld Maintenance Equipment/Storage Bldg.
Vehicle Approved Tractor/Building
Yes
Perimeter Fencing
Partial, 4' and 8' with 3 strand barbed wire 8' Perimeter
No
Fuel Facilities
AvGas, Jet A Based on Demand
Yes
Economic Benefit of the
Johnston Regional Airport
(Source: Economic Contribution of North Carolina Airports, 2012)
Aviation contributes significantly to North Carolina’s economy
by providing employment, serving the business community, and
attracting tourism to the state. In addition, the airport provides
many vital services to communities that contribute to the health,
safety, and general quality of life of North Carolina residents.
These services include medical transport, local or regional
emergency response and management, and law enforcement.
The 2012 economic benefits for the airport are described in the
table below.
About JNX
Johnston Regional Airport (JNX) is located in the City of Smithfield
and the County of Johnston in the central portion of the state. The
airport is owned by the county and provides general aviation ser-
vices to its patrons.
Associated County / City Johnston / Smithfield
Annual Operations (2013) 73,350
Number of Based Aircraft (2013) 112
Primary Runway 03/21
Dimensions 5,500 FT X 100 FT
Taxiway Full Parallel
Approach/Approach Lighting Precision / MALSR
Population Within 30-Min. Drive 385,043
EMPLOYMENT
500 jobs
PAYROLL
$17,670,000
ECONOMIC OUTPUT
$62,600,000
Johnston County (JNX) Johnston County
58,900 121
Economic Contribution of North Carolina Airports – 2016 Study
Annual Aircraft Operations
$4,618,000
Business Sales Tax
$3,246,000
Local Property Tax
$620,000
State Corporate &
Personal Tax
$170,700
Property Tax on
Based Aircraft
Based Aircraft
Jobs OutputAnnual Payroll Income
Direct impacts result from economic activities that
result from tenants and other business users who
have a direct involvement with the airport.
Indirect impacts result from economic activities
that typically take place away from the airport,
but are still attributable to the airport.
Induced impacts result from successive spend-
ing and are the multiplier eects of the direct
and indirect impacts.
Generation of state and local taxes from tenants and businesses using the airport:
250
250
100
600
$17,080,000
$7,180,000
$71,850,000
$19,450,000
$16,540,000
$107,840,000
$6,110,000
$30,370,000
Tenants/Users Surveyed: 11
Tenant/User Surveys Completed: 7
