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TO: POTENTIAL RESPONDING SUPPLIERS

FROM: Dianne Coxson Purchasing Category Manager

DATE: October 21, 2026

SUBJECT: NC State University RFQ #63-DMP1209282 Fabrication and Delivery of Interior Signs

This addendum is issued as a result of questions raised on the above-referenced request for quotation.

This addendum will become part of the bid document and must be returned with your bid response.

Proposals submitted without this addendum will not be considered for award.

Cost Sheets must be completed and Addendum signed before returning with bid response.

The bid due date is being extended to 5:00 pm, October 29, 2026.

Interior sign manual at: https://facilities.ofa.ncsu.edu/resources/campus-signage-standards/

1. I need clarification regarding the specified fabrication methods for raised lettering and Braille.

Would the university consider accepting dimensional UV printing as an equivalent fabrication method for new interior signage, provided the finished signs meet all applicable ADA requirements and NC State's design specifications? We would be happy to provide samples and technical documentation for evaluation.

Answer: Yes as long as UV printing ink matches exact color and follows ADA requirements.

2. W here is the info on drawings and quantities for the contract?

Answer: Please refer to our website that features both 2026 Exterior and Interior Manuals.

https://facilities.ofa.ncsu.edu/resources/campus-signage-standards/

3. The RFQ does not appear to include detailed drawings or specifications for each sign. Could you please share the drawings and specifications so we can prepare an accurate and competitive bid?

Answer: Please refer to our website that features both 2026 Exterior and Interior Manuals.

https://facilities.ofa.ncsu.edu/resources/campus-signage-standards/

4. Would we be permitted to propose an alternate method of construction?

Would substitutions of equivalent materials or brands be acceptable, provided they meet or exceed the specified performance requirements?

https://facilities.ofa.ncsu.edu/resources/campus-signage-standards/ https://facilities.ofa.ncsu.edu/resources/campus-signage-standards/ https://facilities.ofa.ncsu.edu/resources/campus-signage-standards/

Answer: Only if materials are discontinued, have unusually long lead times, or change to a custom status involving more cost, then substitutions may be requested through NC State

University Campus Planning’s variance review process.

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5. Is installation of any of the signage included in the scope of work?

Answer: Yes, please provide cost under Section “Design Fee Hourly” on replacement Cost Sheets attached. Under General Instructions, strike item number 9 for “pricing of installation or construction of brick plinth” as it is not applicable for interior signage applications.

6. Will a performance bond be required for this scope of work? Obtaining a bond will affect the pricing.

Answer: For projects over $300,000, the State Construction Office requires a performance bond.

7. Establishing a minimum # of signs per order and the associated costs of shipping on that order would provide a cost savings for the client. May I offer establishing a minimum of 5 signs per order?

Answer: Each sign must be priced at a quantity of 1 for the basis of the bid. Please provide information on a separate page for quantity price breaks with each quantity threshold if that is available as an option.

8. Line Item #49 Wall / Rail-Area of Rescue Assistance: Type 17B would have two different prices depending upon mounting option selected. May I suggest 17B-1 and 17B-2 for the mounting options?

Answer: Yes, please identify them as 17B-Mount1 and 17B-Mount2 on new Line Item #60. See replacement Cost Sheets attached - use instead of pages 6, 7 and 8 of the original Request for Quotation (RFQ).

9. We recently provided manufacturing and installation services for NCSU Woodson Hall interior signage and split out the sign types depending upon the number of floors/directionals. May I do the same for this scope of work? For example, ST 8A (which could have 4 different sizes) would instead be either 8A-2, 8A-3, 8A-4, or 8A-5 based on the number of floors. Same with 11A that would now be 11A-2, 11A-3, 11A-4, 11A-5, 11A-6 based on the number of locations. Lastly, 11B would then be 11B-2, 11B-3, 11B-4, 11-5, 11B-6 based on the number of locations.

Answer: Yes, please indicate them as suggested on new replacement Cost Sheets.

10. We would appreciate it if you could add our company to your vendor list for future signage projects and bidding opportunities.

Answer: Procurement and Business Services does not keep vendor lists. To stay informed of bid opportunities, we recommend registering at no cost on North Carolina's Electronic Vendor

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Portal (eVP) at https://evp.nc.gov/ . Registration enables automatic notifications for selected commodity categories. The portal contains all NC State University competitive solicitations, as well as opportunities from other public agencies across North Carolina. Vendors may also search available solicitations without registering.

The following 3 pages are to replace pages 6, 7, and 8 of the original RFQ and must be returned with this addendum.

Please sign, date and return this addendum with your bid response. Proposals submitted without this addendum will not be considered for award.

Acknowledged by (printed name):____________________________ Date:__________________

Signature:________________________________ Company Name:________________________ https://evp.nc.gov/

NC State University RFQ #63-DMP1209282 Addendum #2, page 4

Sign Types (provide unit prices):

1. Room ID: Type 1 $__________________

2. Room ID w/ Text: Type 1A $__________________

3. Room ID w/ Text: Type 1B $__________________

4. Room ID: Type 1C $__________________

5. Room ID w/ Name Plate: Type 2A $__________________

6. Room ID w/ Double Name Plate: Type 2B $__________________

7. Room ID w/ Triple Name Plate: Type 2C $__________________

8. Room ID w/ Freestanding Name Plate: Type 2D $__________________

9. Magnetic Name Plate: Type 2E $__________________

10. Name Plate Add-on: Type 2F $__________________

11. Room ID w/ Icon: Type 3A $__________________

12. Room ID w/ Icon – Multi-line: Type 3B $__________________

13. Room ID w/ Icon – Multi-line: Type 3C $__________________

14. Insert Frame 8-1/2” x 11” Portrait: Type 4A $__________________

15. Insert Frame 8-1/2” x 11” w/ Room ID: Type 4B $__________________

16. Insert Frame 8-1/2” x 11” Landscape: Type 4C $__________________

17. Insert Frame 11” x 17” Portrait: Type 4D $__________________

18. Insert Frame 11” x 17” Landscape: Type 4E $__________________

19. Insert Frame Square Building Map: Type 4F $__________________

20. Insert Frame Landscape Building Map: Type 4G $__________________

21. Additional Text: Type 5A $__________________

22. Additional Icon: Type 5B $__________________

23. Additional Tour: Type 5C $__________________

24. Room ID Emergency: Type 6A $__________________

25. Room ID Emergency: Type 6B $__________________

26. Room ID Emergency: Type 6C $__________________

27. Informational Window Vinyl: Type 7A $__________________

28. Informational Wall Mount: Type 7B $__________________

29. Floor Directory: Type 8A-2 $__________________

30. Floor Directory: Type 8A-3 $__________________

31. Floor Directory: Type 8A-4 $__________________

32. Floor Directory: Type 8A-5 $__________________

33. Floor Directory Large: Type 8B $__________________

34. Blade: Type 9A $__________________

35. Blade: Type 9B $__________________

36. Small Wall Directory: Type 10 $__________________

37. Large Wall Directory: Type 11A-2 $__________________

38. Large Wall Directory: Type 11A-3 $__________________

39. Large Wall Directory: Type 11A-4 $__________________

40. Large Wall Directory: Type 11A-5 $__________________

41. Large Wall Directory: Type 11A-6 $__________________

42. Large Wall Directory Corner Install: Type 11B-2 $__________________

43. Large Wall Directory Corner Install: Type 11B-3 $__________________

44. Large Wall Directory Corner Install: Type 11B-4 $__________________

45. Large Wall Directory Corner Install: Type 11B-5 $__________________

46. Large Wall Directory Corner Install: Type 11B-6 $__________________

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47. Overhead Wall Mount: Type 12A $__________________

48. Overhead Wall Mount: Type 12B $__________________

49. Ceiling Mount Directional: Type 13A $__________________

50. Ceiling Mount Directional: Type 13B $__________________

51. Ceiling Mount Directional: Type 13C $__________________

52. Ceiling Mount Directional: Type 13D $__________________

53. Interior Stairwell: Type 14A $__________________

54. Interior Stairwell Level ID: Type 14B $__________________

55. Stairwell Corridor Side ID: Type 14C $__________________

56. Exit ID: Type 14D $__________________

57. Building Directory: Type 15 $__________________

58. Elevator Emergency: Type 16 $__________________

59. Wall Mount-Area of Rescue Assistance: Type 17A $__________________

60. Wall / Rail-Area of Rescue Assistance: Type 17B $__________________

60a. : Type 17B-Mount 1 (VHB Tape/ Silicone) $__________________ 60b.: Type 17B-Mount 2 (Hardware) $__________________

61. Ceiling-Area of Rescue Assistance: Type 17C $__________________

62. Shower Etiquette: Type 18A $__________________

63. Toilet Etiquette: Type 18B $__________________

64. Bathroom Etiquette: Type 18C $__________________

65. Donor Signage: Type 19 $__________________

66. Donor Signage: Type 20 $__________________

67. Exterior Accessible Directional: Type 21A $__________________

68. Exterior Accessible Directional: Type 21B $__________________

69. Exterior Accessible Entrance ID: Type 22A $__________________

70. Exterior Accessible Entrance ID: Type 22B $__________________

71. Clean Room ID: Type 23A $__________________

72. Clean Room ID w/ Text: Type 23B $__________________

73. Clean Room ID w/ Text: Type 23C $__________________

74. Clean Room ID w/ Icon: Type 23D $__________________

75. Clean Room ID w/ Icon Multi-Line: Type 23E $__________________

76. Clean Room ID Emergency: Type 23F $__________________

77. Clean Room ID Emergency: Type 23G $__________________

78. Clean Room ID Emergency: Type 23H $__________________

Design Fee Hourly: Creation of signage package proofs from sign schedule but not fabrication.

1. Design Fee $_______________

Installation Fee Hourly: Installation of all interior signage. Installation should not be included in sign types.

1. Installation Fee $_______________

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Warranties Required:

1. Must include a minimum of 10 years for the paint. Yes___ No___ Number of years___

2. Must include a minimum of 5 years on the vinyl. Yes___ No___ Number of years___

3. Must include lifetime warranty on defects from workmanship. Yes___ No___ Number of years___

Evaluation Criteria:

SCREENING CRITERIA: Complete quote response is uploaded to the Bonfire Portal . Incomplete responses will not be considered further. Quotations meeting screening requirements include only a cursory viewing of package contents. Specific items are subject to secondary verification or analysis.

1. Quote response/Specifications (completed, signed)

2. Cost Sheets

3. Sign refurbishment (can vendor supply all sign types requested)

4. Warranties

5. Delivery timeline

6. References page / Similar sign experience

7. Execution of Quotation page

8. COI – Certificate of Insurance

9. Any subsequent addenda

Note:

● Past performance on NCSU sign contracts will be considered part of the evaluation criteria in the award of the RFQ.

● See Updated electronic sign manual as of November 2022. Make sure you browser “cache” has been cleared prior to viewing online version:

http://facilities.ofa.ncsu.edu/campus-signage-standards/ http://facilities.ofa.ncsu.edu/campus-signage-standards/