Electrical Repairs at Cullasaja Park

Macon County Finance Department is requesting bids on electrical repairs at Cullasaja Park under an IFB, with bids due September 17, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. and a mandatory pre-bid meeting on September 9, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. at the site location across from 391 Fox Ridge Circle, Franklin, NC 28734. Attendance at the pre-bid meeting is required for contract award eligibility.

Bidders must hold a current North Carolina General Contractor's license. The scope includes removal and replacement of an electrical rack positioned at least 2 feet above Base Flood Elevation, installation of switch controls for lighting poles, construction of an equipment working platform and steps compliant with NC Building Code and National Electrical Code, installation of underground wire from the new rack to the existing building with site restoration, raising the main service on the existing building to at least 2 feet above Base Flood Elevation, re-feeding restroom and storage building areas, removal and repair of the existing meter/panel location, replacement of eight pole-mounted panels and enclosures with NEMA 6P enclosures, and replacement or reattachment of ground wires, clamps, and fittings. The contractor is responsible for contracting with a surveyor to determine Base Flood Elevation, set benchmarks as needed, and provide elevation reports.

All work must be completed by December 1, 2026. Minimum insurance requirements are General Liability of $2 million combined single limits with $1 million annual aggregate, Automobile Liability of $1 million combined single limits, and Workers' Compensation coverage. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible, responsive bidder based on bid package compliance, contractor qualifications, references, financial ability, and insurance coverage. Bid proposals must remain open for acceptance for a minimum of 120 days from bid closing. Payment will be made within thirty days after project completion, final inspection, and written acceptance from the County's Soil and Water Director.