Chiller Replacement - Scotland Correctional Institution

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is soliciting sealed bids for chiller replacement at Scotland Correctional Institution in Laurinburg, with proposals due July 9, 2026 at 2:00 PM. Attendance at a mandatory pre-bid meeting on June 18, 2026 at 10:00 AM at the facility is required; failure to attend results in disqualification.

The scope encompasses furnishing labor, material, and equipment for chiller replacement. Bidders must identify minority business participation using either Affidavit A or Affidavit B; failure to complete these forms will result in bid rejection. All bids must comply with North Carolina's Guidelines for Recruitment and Selection of Minority Businesses for Participation in State Construction Contracts, with a $5,000 contract threshold for HUB recruitment requirements. General contractors must hold proper licensure under North Carolina General Statutes Chapter 87.

The project will be awarded on a lump-sum basis to a single prime contractor. Preferred brand alternates include Distech ECB Series HVAC controls for standardization. A bid deposit or bond equal to 5% of the proposal amount is required, along with performance and payment bonds equal to 100% of the contract price. Payment will be made on 95% of monthly estimates with final payment upon completion and acceptance of work.

No bids may be withdrawn after the closing time for 60 days. Complete plans and specifications are available through isqft.com, dodge.construction.com, and bidclerk.com. Questions are due before the pre-bid meeting.