Bus Stop Improvements Group 2

Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) is requesting sealed bids on ADA improvements for 15 existing bus stops throughout Charlotte and the CATS service area, with bids due October 15, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. EST via Bonfire, and a pre-bid meeting scheduled for September 17, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. EST via Microsoft Teams (strongly encouraged but not mandatory). The project is funded partially with federal government funds through the Federal Transit Administration, requiring compliance with Buy America requirements, Davis-Bacon prevailing wage standards, and all applicable federal contracting regulations. The City of Charlotte is currently prohibited from assigning DBE contract goals under the Interim Final Rule dated October 3, 2025.

Work includes demolition of existing infrastructure, installation of concrete pads, curb and gutter, sidewalks, and miscellaneous construction to ensure ADA accessibility and safety at 15 specified Charlotte addresses. Bidders must be properly licensed under North Carolina state law and must demonstrate experience with similar projects completed within the past three years.

The estimated project cost is $230,000. Contract duration is 90 calendar days from Notice to Proceed, extending until project completion. The award will be made to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder. Performance and payment bonds equal to 100% of the contract amount are required within ten calendar days of award. Bid security requirements should be clarified given the estimated cost of $230,000, which falls below the $300,000 threshold stated in the document. Public bid opening will occur at 3:00 p.m. EST on October 15, 2026 via Microsoft Teams. The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids.