Basin 4A Sanitary Sewer Improvements - CDBG-I Project No. 22-I-4109

The state and local contract opportunity involves Basin 4A Sanitary Sewer Improvements, a Community Development Block Grant-Infrastructure (CDBG-I) Project (No. 22-I-4109) located in Clay County and Teachey Town, North Carolina. The procurement seeks a contractor to replace approximately 2,900 linear feet of 8-inch PVC and DIP gravity sewer using dig and replace methods, replace 14 existing manholes, install 2 doghouse manholes, and reconnect 50 sewer services with all necessary appurtenances. Sealed bids will be received at Tabor City Town Hall on Tuesday, August 19th, 2025, at 2:00 PM, with a pre-bid conference scheduled for Tuesday, August 12th, 2025, at 10:00 AM. Bidding documents can be obtained from LKC Engineering for a non-refundable fee of $100.00 per set. The project is funded by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality/Division of Water Infrastructure and is subject to federal CDBG requirements, which necessitate strict compliance with various federal regulations including Section 109, E.O. 11246, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, and Davis Bacon Act.

The procurement emphasizes increasing participation from Small, Minority/Women-Owned, Veteran-Owned, and Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUB). Contractors must be actively registered with SAM.gov and not appear on the NC Debarred Vendors list. Bidders cannot withdraw their bids for 60 days after the opening, and the Town reserves the right to waive informalities or reject any or all bids. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive infrastructure improvements suggest a significant project investment. Bid documents are available in Spanish or other languages upon request, demonstrating a commitment to accessibility. The project's funding through a Community Development Block Grant-Infrastructure program indicates potential support for economic development and infrastructure enhancement in the local community. Potential bidders should carefully review all documentation and ensure compliance with the numerous federal and state regulatory requirements associated with this infrastructure improvement project.