Texas DIR/ESBD #RFP2026-035

City of Waco Seeks Master Developer for 240-Acre Airport-Compatible Development

The City of Waco, Texas, is seeking a master developer for a large-scale, airport-compatible development at Waco Regional Airport. - Government Buyer: - City of Waco, Purchasing Services, on behalf of Waco Regional Airport - Scope of Opportunity: - Master developer to plan, finance, develop, lease, operate, market, manage, and maintain approximately 240 acres of airport property - Development to support aviation, aerospace, advanced manufacturing, logistics, research, education, and compatible commercial uses - Project will be executed in multiple phases over up to 15 years - Initial ground lease term up to 40 years, with two potential 5-year renewal options - Requirements: - Developer or development team must demonstrate strong financial capacity and experience with phased, airport-compatible developments - Emphasis on community engagement and ability to deliver a comprehensive master development plan - Compliance with City of Waco terms, insurance, indemnification, and required business certifications - Registration and electronic submission via EUNA/Bonfire e-Procurement Portal - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; this is a service and development opportunity, not a product procurement - No products or equipment are being directly procured under this solicitation

Description

The City of Waco is seeking proposals from qualified developers or development teams to plan, lease, market, operate, manage, and maintain an airport-compatible development on approximately 240 acres at Waco Regional Airport. Sealed proposals are due by September 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM and will be publicly opened via Zoom. A non-mandatory pre-proposal meeting will be held on August 19, 2026, at the Waco Regional Airport conference room. Interested parties can find detailed information on the project page and contact Daryle Bullard for questions.

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