Classroom Painting - Weldon Elementary School

Weldon City Schools is requesting proposals for classroom painting services at Weldon Elementary School, with sealed proposals due May 18, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. EST to the Maintenance Department at 301 Mulberry Street, Weldon, North Carolina.

The scope covers approximately 61,787 square feet across designated classrooms with 10-foot ceiling heights. Work includes surface preparation (cleaning, sanding, patching), priming as needed, painting walls, ceilings, and trim with low-VOC, durable, washable finishes suitable for educational environments, protecting furniture and fixtures, and daily cleanup with off-site debris disposal. Materials must not be stored on-site. Contractors must secure Halifax County building permits and comply with the North Carolina Building Code and OSHA regulations.

Bidders must demonstrate at least three years of experience in commercial or institutional painting projects and provide three references from similar projects, preferably schools or public facilities. Proposals must include a detailed cost breakdown itemizing labor and materials, proof of proper licensing and insurance (liability and workers' compensation), and one-year warranty coverage for all labor, materials, equipment, and services from job acceptance. All workers must speak fluent English and undergo background screening per G.S. 14-208.18. Contractors are responsible for providing a precise project schedule coordinated with school operations. Award is expected within 60 days of proposal opening.

A pre-bid meeting is available by request. Site visit or attendance at the pre-bid conference is required to understand prevailing conditions. The RFP was issued May 6, 2026. Unsuitable work must be repeated at no cost to the owner.