CBTC Annex Automotive Program Expansion

Rowan-Cabarrus Community College is soliciting bids on renovation and expansion of the CBTC Annex Automotive Program facility, with bids due September 29, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. local time via email and opened publicly via Zoom. This procurement is restricted to six prequalified general contractors: Elford, Inc., Heartland Contracting LLC, H.M. Kern Corporation, Ike's Construction Inc., Randolph Builders Inc., and Shelco LLC.

The scope encompasses division of an existing classroom into a smaller classroom and new office with windows facing the garage; replacement of two existing garage doors and installation of a new garage door in a new opening; construction of a new covered and secure outdoor storage area; installation of new exhaust reels and compressed air hoses for two new vehicle lifts; painting; electrical and lighting upgrades; an EV charger; a new air compressor with additional piping; improved ventilation systems; and three new HVLS fans. All proposals must be submitted as lump-sum single-prime contracts.

General contractors must hold a Commercial Unlimited license classification under North Carolina General Statutes Chapter 87, Article 1. A bid bond of at least 5% of the bid amount issued by a North Carolina-licensed surety company is required, or alternatively a cash deposit or certified check equal to 5% of the proposal. Performance and payment bonds for 100% of the contract price will be required after award. Bids may not be withdrawn after closing for thirty days. Payment will be made based on 95% of monthly estimates with final payment upon completion and acceptance.

The mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for September 10, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at Room 107 of the CBTC Campus Annex, 650 Concord Parkway North, Concord, North Carolina. Questions must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on September 11, 2026, with responses posted by addendum on or before September 16, 2026. Addendum 1, posted September 2, 2026, changed the pre-bid meeting date from September 9 to September 10. Electronic plans and specifications are available upon request to prequalified bidders only.