Prison Shelter Bid 2026.pdf

District 4 Commissioner

PAUL NAGY

District 5 Commissioner

COLQUITT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

DENVER F. BRASWELL

CHRIS HUNNICUTT

District 2 Commissioner

MARC DEMOTT

District 3 Commissioner

MIKE BOYD

CHARLES H. CANNON, IV

County Administrator 229-616-7404

MELISSA E. LAWSON

County Clerk 229-616-7409

LESTER CASTELLOW

County Attorney Post Office Box 190 Moultrie, Georgia 31776-0190 229-985-1213

October 1, 2026

INVITATION TO BID

RE: Prison Shelter

COLQUITT COUNTY is accepting sealed bids for the erection of a Shelter at the Prison.

All potential bidders MUST attend a mandatory pre-bid meeting on Ocotober 20 at 11:15 am. The pre-bid meeting will be at the Prison 200 South Vandenberg Drive, Moultrie, GA.

The bid packet is available at the Purchasing office at the Colquitt County Annex, 101 East Central Ave, room 206 or can be accessed on the Colquitt County web site at www.colquittcountyga.gov/departments/purchasing and refer to the Bid and RFP List to download this packet.

Sealed bids will be accepted in the office of the County Purchasing Agent, 101 East Central Avenue, Suite 206, Moultrie GA 31768 (PO Box 517, Moultrie GA 31776-0517), until Monday, November 2, 2026 at 10:20 a.m. at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud. Bids must be in a sealed envelope plainly marked in the lower left corner “Sealed Bid Prison Shelter Construction”. It is the bidder’s responsibility to have all bids turned in by the called time. No bids will be accepted after the called time. No bids may be withdrawn for a period of thirty (30) days after the called time. The Colquitt County Board of Commissioners reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids and to waive any and all formalities.

Any and all questions are to be directed to:

Lena Mercer, County Purchasing Agent at 229-616- 7087 or lena.mercer@colquittcountyga.gov Mac Lawson, Maintenance Superintendent at 229-616-7469 mac.lawson@colquittcountyga.gov

Thank you for your interest in doing business with Colquitt County.

Sincerely, Lena Mercer Purchasing Agent

Chairman

BARBARA JELKS

District 1 Commissioner

JOHNNY HARDIN

District 6 Commissioner

101 East Central Avenue

Post Office Box 517 Moultrie, Georgia 31776-0517

Phone 229-616-7400 Facsimile 229-616-7018 www.colquittcountyga.gov http://www.ccboc.com/departments/purchasing mailto:jbales@ccboc.com mailto:mac.lawson@colquittcountyga.gov http://www.ccboc.com/

Colquitt County Prison Shelter Scope of Work

Specifications are as follows:

1. Metal shelter - 16’ X 24’ single slope roof 1/12 pitch

2. 16’ eave height on low side (South) (14’ clear minimum)

3. 26-gauge roof with no insulation

4. Two walkways (dimensions roughly 47” x 42’) to cover with single slope 1/12 pitch roof and minimum clear head room 84” on low side

5. Structure to be clear span

6. Gutter and downspouts with concrete splash guards

7. Provide specifications for columns, framework, trusses, and piers

8. All steel construction

9. Concrete piers to be rated for structure

10. Provide shop drawings with bid

11. Colors to be selected by Maintenance Superintendent

12. Install any flashing required

13. Use documents provided to erect metal structure

14. Metal building must meet or exceed local codes for commercial metal buildings

15. Any materials or equipment needed will be the responsibility of the contractor

16. Must provide warranty details

17. Must abide by OSHA guidelines concerning installation and safety

18. Any and all permits will be the responsibility of the contractor

19. Present proof of 5 previous jobs of the same scope

20. Must have 5 years of experience

21. Disposal of any debris shall be the responsibility of the contractor. Perform disposal in manner complying with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations

22. All material must be installed according to the manufacturer’s specifications

23. Locates will be the responsibility of the contractor

24. Mandatory site pre-bid visit required to participate in bid process

25. ADD 10% CONTINGENCY TO BID FOR OWNER USE ONLY

Requirements:

• Workers comp

• E-verify

• Licensed and insured

• Minimum 5 years of experience installing metal building systems

• Must clear background check

SECTION 13121

PRE-ENGINEERED METAL BUILDINGS

PART 1.0 - GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Structural steel main building frames and secondary framing including purlins and girts, engineered and fabricated by the building systems supplier.

B. Uninsulated steel wall and roof system including soffits, gutters and downspouts.

1.2 REFERENCES

A. AISI - Specification for the Design of Cold-Formed Steel Structural Members – Latest edition.

B. AISC - Specification for Structural Steel Buildings – Latest edition.

C. AISC - Steel Design Guide Series 3 - Serviceability Design Considerations for Low-Rise Buildings.

D. AWS D1.1- Structural Welding Code - Steel.

E. AWS D1.3 - Structural Welding Code - Sheet Steel.

F. MBMA Low Rise Building Systems Manual - Latest edition.

G. SSPC (Steel Structures Painting Council) - SP-2 - Specification for Hand Tool Cleaning.

1.3 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

A. Clear span rigid frame.

B. 7’-8” minimum clearance at eave.

C. Bay spacing as shown on drawings.

D. Primary Framing: Rigid frame of rafter beams and columns, end wall columns, and wind X-bracing.

E. Secondary Framing: Purlins, girts, eave struts, flange bracing, and other items detailed.

F. Lateral Bracing: Horizontal loads not resisted by main frame action shall be resisted by rod and/or cable x-bracing in the sidewall and in the end wall. Cable and/or rod x-bracing in the roof.

G. Wall and Roof System: Preformed steel panels, and accessory components.

H. Roof Slope 1 in 12.

1.4 DESIGN REQUIREMENTS

A. The building shall be designed by the manufacturer as a complete system. All components of the system shall be supplied by the same manufacturer.

B. Design Code: All design loads shall be proportioned and applied in accordance with the International Building Code 2012 Edition with Georgia State Amendments.

C. Dead Loads: The dead load shall be the weight of the Metal Building System as determined by the system manufacturer.

D. Collateral Loads: The collateral loads shall be 4 psf or as shown on the contract drawings.

Collateral loads shall not be applied to the roof panels.

E. Deflection requirements shall be in accordance with the applicable provisions of the AISC Steel Design Guide Series 3 - Serviceability Design Considerations for Low- Rise Buildings and the specified building code.

C. Assembly to permit movement of components without buckling, failure of joint seals, undue stress on fasteners or other detrimental effects, when subject to temperature range of 100 degrees F.

1.5 SUBMITTALS

A. All manufacturer’s drawings and design calculations shall bear the professional seal and signature of a licensed professional engineer registered in the State of Georgia.

B. Submit anchor bolt placement plan, base plate details, and maximum column design reactions in advance of erection drawings.

C. Product Data: Provide data on profiles, component dimensions, fasteners, and color selection.

D. Manufacturer's Installation Instructions: Indicate preparation requirements and assembly sequence.

E. Shop or Erection Drawings: Indicate assembly dimensions, locations of structural members, connections, attachments, openings, cambers, loads, wall and roof system dimensions, panel layout, general construction details, anchorages and method of anchorage, framing and anchor bolt wettings, sizes and locations from datum, and indicate field welded connections with AWS A2.4 welding symbols and net weld length.

1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Fabricate structural steel members in accordance with MBMA Low Rise Building Systems Manual, and, for items not covered, AISC - Specification for Structural Steel for Buildings.

1.7 QUALIFICATIONS

A. Manufacturer: The company manufacturing the products specified in this Section shall have a minimum of 10 years’ experience in the manufacture of steel building systems. The metal building systems manufacturer shall be accredited under the International Accreditation Service, "Accreditation Criteria for Inspection Programs for Manufacturers of Metal Building Systems

(AC472)."

B. Structural framing and covering shall be the design of a licensed Professional Engineer experienced in design of this work.

C. Erector shall have specialized experience in the erection of steel building systems for a period of at least 5 years.

1.8 FIELD MEASUREMENTS

A. Metal building contractor shall verify that field measurements are as indicated on contract drawings.

1.9 WARRANTY

A. Building manufacturer shall provide manufacturer's standard material warranty.

B. Metal building contractor shall provide a workmanship warranty of 20 years.

1.10 ADMINISTRATION

A. All nomenclature shall conform to the MBMA Low Rise Building Systems Manual.

B. Coordination and administration of the work shall be in accordance with the MBMA Low Rise Building Systems Manual - Common Industry Practices.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

Basic Materials: Except as otherwise specified or indicated on the Drawings, building components and assemblies shall be fabricated from the following applicable materials as required to produce units conforming to the design and types of fabrications required for the building.

1. Structural Steel Members: ASTM A36, A529 or A572 except as otherwise indicated.

2. Cold-Rolled Structural Steel: ASTM A446, Grade A except higher strength grade if needed to comply with design criteria.

3. Cold-Formed Structural Steel: ASTM A1011 SS GR 55.

4. Structural Steel Tubing: ASTM A500, Grade B or A501.

5. Steel Plate and Bar Stock: ASTM A529 or A572.

6. Steel Pipe: ASTM A53, type and weight as required, Grade B.

7. Anchor Bolts and Tie Rods: ASTM A36 or A675, Grade 70.

8. Clevises, Turnbuckles, and Sleeve Nuts: Similar to those shown in Part 4 of the AISC Manual.

The safe working loads shall be adequate for the building furnished.

9. High Strength Bolts: ASTM A325.

10. Common (Standard) Bolts: ASTM A307.

2.2 MATERIALS - ROOF SYSTEM

A. R-panel Roofing: Minimum 26 gauge

B. Closures: Manufacturer's standard type.

C. Fasteners: Manufacturer's standard type, finish to match adjacent surfaces when exterior exposed. Size to maintain load and weather tightness requirements.

D. Sealant: Manufacturer's standard type.

E. Exterior Surfaces of Roof Panels: Precoated steel finish as selected from manufacturer's standard range.

F. Interior Surfaces of Roof Panels: Precoated steel as selected from manufacturer's standard range.

2.3 MATERIALS - WALL SYSTEMS

A. Siding: Minimum 26 gauge lapped edges.

B Closures: Manufacturer's standard type.

C. Fasteners: Manufacturer's standard type, finish to match adjacent surfaces when exterior exposed. Size to maintain load and weather tightness requirements.

D. Exterior Surfaces of Wall Panels: Precoated steel finish as selected from manufacturer's standard range.

H. Interior Surfaces of Wall Panels: Precoated steel of finish as selected from manufacturer's standard range.

2.4 MATERIALS - TRIM

A. Flashings, Internal and External Corners, Closure Pieces, Fascia, Infills, Caps: Same material and finish as adjacent material, profile to suit system.

2.5 FABRICATION - PRIMARY FRAMING

A. Framing Members: Clean in accordance with SSPC-SP2, prepare, and coat with building manufacturer's standard primer.

B. Hot rolled members shall be fabricated in accordance with AISC Specification for pipe, tube, and rolled structural shapes.

C. Fabricate built-up members in accordance with MBMA Low Rise Building Systems Manual, Common Industry Practices.

2.6 FABRICATION - WALL AND ROOF FRAMING

A. Framing Members: Clean in accordance with SSPC-SP2, prepare, and coat with building manufacturer's standard primer.

B. Cold Formed Members: Cold formed structural shapes shall be fabricated in accordance with MBMA Low Rise Building Systems Manual, Common Industry Practices.

2.7 FABRICATION - GUTTERS AND DOWNSPOUTS

A. Form gutters and downspouts of manufacturer’s standard profile and size to collect and remove water. Fabricate with connection pieces.

B. Form sections in maximum possible lengths. Hem exposed edges. Allow for expansion at joints.

C. Fabricate gutter support straps of manufacturer's standard material and finish.

D. Fabricate downspout support straps of manufacturer's standard material. Finish color as selected.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Verify that foundation, floor slab, mechanical and electrical utilities, and placed anchors are in correct position.

B. Provide access to the work as scheduled for owner provided inspections, if required. The cost of any required inspections is the responsibility of the owner.

3.2 ERECTION - FRAMING

A. Erect framing in accordance with MBMA Low Rise Building Systems Manual, Common Industry Practices.

B. The erector shall furnish temporary guys and bracing where needed for squaring, plumbing, and securing the structural framing against loads, such as wind loads acting on the exposed framing and seismic forces, as well as loads due to erection equipment and erection operation, but not including loads resulting from the performance of work by others. Bracing furnished by the manufacturer for the metal building system cannot be assumed to be adequate during erection.

The temporary guys, braces, falseworks and cribbing are the property of the erector, and the erector shall remove them immediately upon completion of erection.

C. Do not field cut or alter structural members without approval of the metal building manufacturer.

D. After erection, prime welds, abrasions, and surfaces not shop primed.

3.3 ERECTION - WALL AND ROOFING SYSTEMS

A. Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

B. Exercise care when cutting prefinished material to ensure cuttings do not remain on finish surface.

C. Fasten cladding system to structural supports, aligned level and plumb.

3.4 ERECTION - GUTTER AND DOWNSPOUT

A. Install gutters and downspouts in strict accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

B. Install splash pads as necessary.

3.5 TOLERANCES

A. All work shall be performed in a workmanlike manner.

B. Install Framing in accordance with MBMA Low Rise Building Systems Manual, Common Industry Practices.

END OF SECTION 13121

Colquitt County Government Prison Shelter

Bid sheet

Bid on materials and labor for Prison Shelter $

We can begin (approximately)

DATE

Should be complete

DATE

E-Verify Company ID Number Have you included Proof of the following items:

Licensed and insured Must provide proof of workers comp Must clear background check

Vendor Information

SIGNATURE AND TITLE

COMPANY NAME

SIGNATURE / TITLE

MAILING ADDRESS

CONTACT PERSON AND EMAIL ADDRESS

DATE AND TELEPHONE NUMBER

PRINT OR TYPE AUTHORIZED PERSON