Artificial Turf Putting Green

North Carolina A&T State University is seeking a qualified contractor to install an artificial turf putting green within the Aggie Dome facility through a Request for Quote (RFQ) issued on November 18, 2025. The project requires a turnkey installation of approximately 1,200 square feet of professional-grade artificial turf, including 10 putting cups, flag assemblies, base preparation, and infill materials. The primary objectives are to enhance golf training capabilities, provide a weather-independent practice environment, and support student-athletes with a year-round specialized training area. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for December 5, 2025, at 10:00 AM at the Aggie Dome in Greensboro, NC, with written questions due by December 9, 2025, at 3:00 PM. Quotes are due by December 15, 2025, at 3:00 PM, with an anticipated contract award on December 19, 2025. Contractors must complete delivery and installation within 40 consecutive calendar days after receiving the purchase order, with an expected timeline of 6-8 weeks. Evaluation criteria include vendor qualifications, three customer references for the exact equipment model, manufacturer warranty documentation, and compliance with specified requirements.

The procurement opportunity encourages participation from Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUB), with a 10% utilization goal for diverse firms. Vendors must be registered with North Carolina's Electronic Vendor Portal (eVP) and be in good standing, complying with E-Verify requirements and fair employment practices. To be considered, vendors must submit a Certification of Financial Condition, demonstrating sound financial standing, no outstanding liabilities, and current tax payments. North Carolina resident vendors may be eligible for price-matching opportunities if their bid is within 5% or $10,000 of the lowest non-resident vendor's price. Vendors must provide proof of North Carolina business presence, including unemployment tax payments and state income tax filings. While specific contract value was not disclosed, vendors are required to submit comprehensive pricing including all associated costs such as shipping, delivery, handling, and administrative fees. The State reserves the right to award the contract to a single vendor or make separate awards for line items, and may reject any or all quotes if deemed in the State's best interest.