The Business Declaration document serves as a formal declaration for businesses seeking to participate in federal contracts, grants, and state or local RFPs. It collects critical information about the firm, including its name, tax identification number, ownership status, and demographics of controlling interests. The declaration requires details on the firm's management structure, years in operation, employee count, and gross receipts over the past three years, which helps assess eligibility for set-aside contracts aimed at small businesses, woman-owned businesses, and those led by socially or economically disadvantaged groups. The document is structured into sections that ask for both basic company information and specific classifications of ownership and business type, ensuring compliance with the federal guidelines for minority and small business participation. The purpose of collecting this data is to determine eligibility for contracts and to support small business development within government procurement processes. By affirming the truthfulness of the information provided, signers acknowledge their accountability under federal law. The Privacy Act Statement clarifies the information's usage and the importance of voluntary disclosure for potential contracting opportunities.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) intends to issue a design-build contract for constructing a new Airport Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) at Hillsboro International Airport (HIO) in Oregon. The existing ATCT, operational since 1966, faces issues related to space and visibility. The new facility will be located approximately 140 yards from the current tower, featuring a seismic risk category IV, non-functional tower shaft and a footprint of around 650 square feet, standing at 377 feet AMSL. The base building will span approximately 14,500 square feet over 3.5 acres. The project includes necessary site work such as stormwater management and potential wetland mitigation, as low-quality wetlands are present on the site. Required permits involve multiple state and federal agencies, including the US Army Corps of Engineers and the State of Oregon. Additionally, the existing ATCT, designed by renowned architect I. M. Pei, is being evaluated for historic preservation eligibility, requiring collaboration with the State Historic Preservation Office and related parties. The projected procurement date for the contract is August 2025, with design and construction slated to follow. This initiative aims to enhance operational safety at HIO well into the future while complying with environmental regulations and maintaining historical considerations.

The FAA is conducting a market survey for the Design-Build (D/B) of a new Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) at Hillsboro International Airport (HIO) in Oregon, estimated to cost between $40 million and $60 million. The existing ATCT, built in 1966, suffers from space constraints and line of sight challenges. The new construction aims to enhance safety for aeronautical operations, featuring a 377-foot-tall tower and a two-story base building of approximately 12,200 square feet. The project will require various permits, including environmental certifications, and is subject to historical preservation assessments due to the existing tower's potential eligibility for the National Register of Historic Places. Responses to the market survey are due by April 14, 2025, and must demonstrate relevant experience in similar projects, along with business qualifications. The FAA emphasizes that this does not constitute a formal Request for Proposals and does not reimburse any costs incurred by vendors in preparing their submissions. Interested parties must facilitate their responses according to outlined guidelines, emphasizing the necessity for active SAM registration for consideration in future contracts.