RE-BID: North Carolina Department of Adult Correction
The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (NCDAC) is soliciting sealed proposals for a security netting installation project at the Caldwell Correctional Center located in Lenoir, NC. This single prime contract requires contractors to furnish all labor, materials, and equipment necessary for complete security netting implementation. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, October 1st, 2025, at 1 PM at the project site, with failure to attend resulting in bidder disqualification. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation including warranty information, at least two references for similar projects, and samples of proposed netting and rope border. The bid is identified by SCO # 24-28362-01 and NCDAC JOS # 4604, with sealed proposals due by Wednesday, October 15th, 2025, at 2:00 PM. Contractors must provide a 5% bid bond or cash deposit with their proposal, and the successful bidder will be required to secure a 100% performance and payment bond. Project specifications and plans will be available electronically from the engineer upon email request.
The procurement includes specific Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) participation requirements, mandating that contractors submit forms documenting minority business participation and complete either Affidavit A or B. Bidders must demonstrate capability through relevant project references and technical specifications of proposed security netting. Payment terms indicate that 95% of monthly estimates will be disbursed, with final payment contingent upon project completion and acceptance. The owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids and waive informalities, with bid withdrawal prohibited for 60 days following the bid closing time. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive documentation requirements and performance bond suggest a significant project investment. The procurement spans jurisdictions including Camden County and Charlotte City, indicating a potential multi-site or regional implementation strategy for the security netting solution.
North Carolina 10/15/25, 2:00 PM 9/23/25, 12:00 AM RFQ - On-Call Water Distribution & Sanitary Sewer Engineering, Surveying, and CACO Services
The Cape Fear Public Utility Authority (CFPUA) in Wilmington, North Carolina, is conducting a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for on-call water distribution and sanitary sewer engineering services. The procurement seeks an engineering firm to provide comprehensive professional services including water and sewer infrastructure design, permitting, sewer pump station design, hydraulic modeling, construction administration, and infrastructure surveying. Specific deliverables will include technical design support for rehabilitation and replacement projects in active urban environments, with services to be assigned through individual task orders. Evaluation criteria will focus on firm experience, proposed personnel qualifications, and familiarity with the typical project scope. Key submission deadlines include a question submission deadline of December 9, 2025, at 2:00 PM, and a final proposal submission deadline of December 18, 2025, at 2:00 PM. Proposals must be submitted electronically in PDF format, limited to 20 pages excluding cover page, table of contents, tabs, resumes, and appendices.
The RFQ does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The contract will have a term of up to two years, with a potential award value of $300,000 in professional service fees, though CFPUA does not guarantee that task orders will reach this amount. The selected firm must comply with North Carolina General Statutes and meet specific insurance requirements, including $1,000,000 General Liability per occurrence, $500,000 Workers Compensation, $1,000,000 Auto Liability Insurance, and $2,000,000 Professional Liability. Firms must be properly registered with the North Carolina Office of the Secretary of State. CFPUA reserves the right to reject any and all submissions, and only one firm will be selected through this procurement process. The contract will require comprehensive insurance coverage and compliance with state regulations, ensuring a professional and legally sound engagement.
North Carolina 12/18/25, 2:00 PM 11/18/25, 12:00 AM 72-BKAH26090
The University of North Carolina at Wilmington is requesting bids on on-campus moving and temporary storage services under IFB 72-BKAH26090, with sealed bids due July 21, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET and public bid opening via Zoom at 3:00 PM ET the same day. A 10% HUB participation goal applies, targeting utilization of diverse firms.
The scope encompasses office relocations, disassembly and reassembly of modular panels and office furniture, packing and unpacking services, and temporary storage throughout the UNCW campus and remote sites. The vendor must furnish all labor, boxes, trucks, and equipment. The contractor must maintain a minimum fleet of two branded moving trucks and employ at least ten full-time employees. Replacement value protection of at least $10,000 per office relocation and appropriate insurance coverage are required. Prior to contract execution, the awarded vendor must register with the North Carolina Secretary of State and complete background checks for all personnel.
UNCW's historical annual expenditure for these services averages approximately $72,000. The initial contract term is two years from the final execution date, with the State retaining an option to renew for one additional one-year term upon written notice no later than thirty days before each term expires. Pricing must be submitted using firm-fixed rates for moving supervisors and staff (hourly), moving trucks and vans, climate-controlled storage (per square foot per month), and replacement value protection insurance across multiple coverage tiers.
Evaluation criteria weight vendor experience with similar public or private sector clients at 30% and quality of service and equipment, including claims procedures, storage options, and packing material pricing, at 40%. Questions are due July 9, 2026 by 12:00 PM ET, with responses posted by July 10. Contract award is anticipated by August 10, 2026.
North Carolina 7/21/26, 3:00 PM 7/1/26, 12:00 AM City of Lenoir Lower Creek WWTP Process Basin Repairs Project
The City of Lenoir, located in North Carolina, is seeking engineering firms to submit Statements of Qualifications for the Lower Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) Process Basin Repairs Project. This procurement aims to address ammonia Notice of Violation (NOV) issues by replacing critical infrastructure components, including mixers in anaerobic, anoxic, and aeration basins, diffusers, air piping, and three blowers. The project will also involve concrete repairs to treatment basins and associated electrical wiring, conduits, instrumentation, and panels. Firms must submit electronic qualifications through the North Carolina Vendor Portal by 4:00 pm on July 31, 2025, with the City anticipating selection between August 1-7, 2025, and completing the contracting process by August 20, 2025. Evaluation criteria will focus on past performance, experience with municipal public utilities systems, similar project experience, and professional personnel qualifications. The project will be funded through the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) and will maintain the existing 6.0 MGD treatment capacity of the WWTP. Submissions are limited to fifteen 8.5 x 11 pages with a minimum 11-point font, requiring detailed information about company background, proposed staff, project experience, and references.
The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The City reserves the right to waive informalities in the selection process and to select the firm most advantageous to the City, with the intent to award a single contract for engineering services. While no incumbent vendors are identified, the project requires comprehensive engineering services including preliminary and design phases, planning, coordination, design, permitting, cost estimation, bidding, award services, construction administration, and construction observation. No specific budget range or award value is explicitly stated in the provided documentation. The project involves upgrading existing infrastructure without increasing the treatment plant's capacity, suggesting a focused improvement approach. The City's procurement strategy emphasizes technical capability and relevant experience in municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects, with a clear focus on resolving specific operational challenges at the Lower Creek WWTP.
North Carolina 7/31/25, 4:00 PM 7/24/25, 12:00 AM 14 Passenger Activity Bus (2)
Caldwell County Schools is seeking proposals for two non-CDL 14 passenger activity buses with specific requirements, including gasoline engines and air conditioning. The procurement is formally structured as Request for Proposals (RFP) Bid No. 157-14007212025, targeting the acquisition of new transportation vehicles for the school district. All proposed buses must be new, with no refurbished products acceptable, and successful vendors must complete delivery within 60 consecutive calendar days after receiving the purchase order. The bid explicitly requires vendors to submit a fully executed quote document, with delivery time potentially considered as a factor in contract award. Proposals are due by August 4, 2025, with a public bid opening scheduled for the same date. The procurement process includes provisions for North Carolina sales tax (6.75%) and incorporates price-matching preferences for North Carolina resident bidders.
The solicitation appears to have no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though standard anti-discrimination provisions are included. Bidders must comply with North Carolina state procurement regulations and sustainability efforts, which include using recycled paper and minimizing non-recyclable materials. The procurement is contingent upon the availability of funds and follows the state's general contract terms and conditions. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the procurement is for two activity buses, suggesting a moderate capital investment. The contract appears open to qualified vendors capable of meeting the technical specifications and delivery requirements. No incumbent vendor information is provided in the documentation, and no specific infrastructure integration requirements are mentioned beyond the basic vehicle specifications for the 14-passenger activity buses.
North Carolina 8/4/25, 10:00 AM 7/21/25, 12:00 AM