CONTRACT AWARD TO CHEROKEE ENTERPRISES, INC

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

Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering a resolution to approve a contract award to Cherokee Enterprises, Inc. for the Miami International Airport (MIA) Fuel Storage Facility Expansion - Phase 1 (Project No. W019A). The project involves expanding the existing fuel storage system by installing a new 4-million-gallon above-ground jet fuel storage tank and associated infrastructure, aiming to double MIA's current fuel storage capacity. The contract amount is not to exceed $45,856,233.51, with a completion time of 730 consecutive calendar days. The Aviation Department requested the contract award, and the Aviation and Seaport Committee has forwarded it to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation. The project is funded through a combination of Future Financing, FAA funds, and FDOT funds. Davis Bacon Wages are applicable, and the project must comply with Sustainable Buildings Ordinance and Sea Level Rise Ordinance. The contract was awarded to Cherokee Enterprises, Inc. as the lowest bidder.