ANADIE Alianzas Público Privadas, the Guatemalan P3 Agency, has issued a Request For Comments on the prequalification process for the modernization of the La Aurora Airport in Guatemala City. The project is to be developed under a P3 model to be awarded through a procurement process that conforms to international best practices. The deadline to submit comments is July 13, 2018 at 12:30P.M. local Guatemalan time. For more information please visit www.guatecompras.gt, procurement process NOG: 8415668.

ANADIE was established in 2010. ANADIE has directed its efforts in developing six P3 projects that range from the construction of toll roads and public transportation facilities to the modernization of Guatemala's international airport. The political will of the present administration to better current infrastructure conditions is expected to be a driving factor in strengthening the current P3 project development in Guatemala and engaging the international community in the country's ongoing efforts.

La Aurora International Airport: Modernization, efficiency and security

Description: Modernization of the infrastructure, operation and maintenance of La Aurora International Airport in Guatemala City in order to bring quality services to users, make the operation more efficient, optimize resources, and comply with international standards of aviation.

The project shall include: Airport terminal (commercial areas, offices, counters, advertising space, jet bridges), Parking lots, Commercial and loading platforms, Runway, Taxiways

Current airport information: 

Runway length: 2,987m

Elevation: 1,500m

Total passengers (2017): 3,1 million

Annual passenger capacity (estimate): 7,5 million

Gates: 25

Sector: Transportation

Region: Guatemala

Current Status: Request For Comments on the prequalification process.

Investment: USD$ 200,000,000.

Term: Not yet determined, expected to be 12-18 years.

Delivery Model: DBOT

Risk Type: Revenue / Demand Risk

Public Authorities involved: ANADIE – Agencia Nacional de Alianzas para el Desarrollo de Infraestructura Económica (P3 Agency in Guatemala) and Guatemalan Ministry of Communications, Infrastructure and Housing

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