Renovation of a transportation facility in Birmingham, Alabama. Completed plans call for the renovation of a transportation facility.

The Birmingham Airport Authority (the "Authority") is requesting proposals for the supply and installation of three (3) new High-Speed Diverters for the airport's existing Baggage Handling System (BHS). The purpose of this Request for Proposals (RFP) is to provide qualified vendors ("Proponents") with an overview of the project scope, technical requirements, and submission guidelines necessary to deliver a complete and fully integrated solution. This RFP outlines the Authority's expectations for the removal of existing Vanderlande High-Capacity Diverters, procurement and installation of new high-speed diverters, and all associated system modifications, electrical work, and integration activities required to ensure full operational compatibility with the existing BHS and control systems. The Birmingham Airport Authority (BAA) is seeking proposals for the acquisition and installation of three (3) High speed Diverters (HCDs) within the existing Baggage Handling System (BHS). The current BHS is comprised of eleven (11) Vanderlande HighCapacity Diverters. These existing units, designed for mid-level sortation throughput, operate at approximately 30-40 bags per minute (bpm) and are no longer capable of meeting the increasing operational demand, which now requires consistent sortation rates in the 60 bpm range. The operational performance and cycling rate of a diverter is determined by its mechanical design, the belt speed of the sort line, and the available tracking window. The existing Vanderlande High-Capacity Diverters utilize a single, long-faced paddle, resulting in extended stroke times and reduced sorting efficiency. In contrast, the proposed High-Speed Diverter (HSD) design features dual shorter paddles that allow for significantly faster cycle times, typically operating in the 60-80 bpm range (belt-speed dependent). Upgrading to these High Speed Diverters units will enhance throughput, improve system responsiveness, and reduce mechanical stress onthe sortation line. The scope of installation shall include all labor, materials, coordination, and system integration necessary to ensure complete and functional operation of the new diverters. Specific tasks include, but are not limited to: Removal of each existing Vanderlande High-Capacity Diverter being replaced. Procurement and installation of all required equipment, materials, and hardware necessary for integration with the existing BHS infrastructure. All labor, travel, and associated mobilization costs. Electrical and controls work, including required CCR (Control Cabinet Replacement) connections and communication interfacing with the existing Brock control system. Freight, handling, and delivery of all new equipment to the job site. The new High Speed Diverter (HSD) shall be configured to integrate seamlessly with the airport's existing BHS layout and control architecture. The BHS currently operates on an Allen-Bradley PLC platform, with Brock Solutions serving as the control's integration support provider. Each existing diverter location includes a motor control disconnect panel situated approximately two (2) feet from the diverter, with a cable run of 8-10 feet. Downstream of each diverter is a merge belt (takeaway conveyor) followed by a Portec curve belt, all of which must maintain compatibility with the new equipment. Contractors must ensure all new installations meet or exceed current operational, mechanical, and electrical standards while minimizing system downtime during installation. Deadline for Proposal Questions/Clarifications December 1, 2025 All questions associated with this RFP must be submitted in writing via e-mail to Ed Seoane, Vice President of Purchasing, at eseoane@flybhm.com