The City of Houston – Houston Airport System contracted Flatiron Construction Inc. to reconstruct Taxiway NA and its connector taxiways at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). The work includes demolition of existing concrete pavement, sub‑grade preparation, installation of a reinforced Portland‑cement concrete surface, new paved shoulders, installation of FAA‑compliant lighting, signage, electrical and communication duct banks, storm‑drainage structures, pull‑boxes, and manholes, and coordination to minimize impacts on airport operations. The contract is a design‑build (design/bid/build) solicitation with a 41 % DBE participation requirement and a 600‑calendar‑day performance period.
• Scope: full airside reconstruction (pavement, lighting, utilities, drainage).
• Award: Flatiron Construction Inc., single‑award, Firm‑Fixed‑Price.
• Schedule: start Feb 3 2020, finish approx Aug 27 2021 (600 days).
• Requirements: DBE goal 41 %, compliance with FAA Design Group VI standards, extensive safety and quality‑control provisions.