Coke Building Warehouse Fence Project

Lee County, North Carolina is soliciting sealed bids for labor, materials, and equipment to install a fence at the Coke Building/Warehouse Fence Project at 1605 Hawkins Avenue in Sanford, with a mandatory pre-bid conference at the project site on November 5, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. and bids due November 20, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. The listing describes a request for proposals, while the attached bid package (Project #4850-01-27) describes sealed bids evaluated on a lump-sum basis. Bidders must hold a valid North Carolina General Contractor's License and demonstrate three years of experience with similar commercial-quality chain-link fence installation. No set-aside or preference program is stated.

The base scope is 6-foot black vinyl chain-link security fencing with sliding and single swing gates. The alternate bid option is 8-foot decorative metal picket fencing with gates. Bid prices must include sales tax, permits, bonds, and inspection fees. Contractors must provide certificates of insurance meeting specified requirements, including $2 million general aggregate commercial general liability coverage and workers' compensation at statutory limits.

Contract time is 60 calendar days from Notice to Proceed, with liquidated damages of $1,000 per calendar day for late completion. Payment is due within 30 days of invoice receipt following county satisfaction with completed work. The county reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to negotiate with the lowest responsive bidder. Bids remain subject to acceptance for 90 days after opening.

Submit two complete bid packages to the Lee County Finance Office, 115 Chatham Street, Suite 301, Sanford, NC 27330. Digital submissions will not be accepted. The package is 4 MB and was posted October 26, 2026.