CONTRACT AWARD TO CHEROKEE ENTERPRISES, INC

Aviation and Seaport Committee · 2026-07-13 · resolution

Miami-Dade County is approving a contract award to Cherokee Enterprises, Inc. for the Miami International Airport (MIA) Fuel Storage Facility Expansion - Phase 1. The project involves the construction of a new 4-million-gallon jet fuel storage tank and associated infrastructure to increase MIA's fuel reserves. The contract amount is not to exceed $45,856,233.51, with a completion time of 730 consecutive calendar days. The Aviation and Seaport Committee recommended forwarding this to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation. The project is funded by a combination of Future Financing, FAA, and FDOT funds. The contract requires compliance with sustainable building practices, sea level rise considerations, and Buy American Iron and Steel Procurement Program. The Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program requirements are temporarily suspended due to an Interim Final Rule.