Exterior Door Replacement - Historic Courthouse

Carteret County Government is requesting proposals for the removal and complete replacement of three sets of historic exterior wood door assemblies at the Courthouse Complex in Beaufort, North Carolina under RFP 050826CH, with proposals due May 28, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. EST. Site visits are required; interested contractors must contact Ray Farnum at 252-241-6913 or Ray.farnum@carteretcountync.gov to schedule.

The scope requires careful documentation of existing door conditions, fabrication and installation of replacement wood door assemblies matching the existing doors as closely as possible while complying with current building codes and ADA requirements, replacement of all hardware to specified schedules, and application of two coats of primer and minimum two coats of Superpaint (Alabaster, SW 7008) to all wooden components. Work shall be performed in phases as directed by the County and must be fully completed before business hours if performed outside normal operating time. An alternate bid option is available for customized fiberglass reinforced plastic door assemblies with manufacturer specifications and shop drawings submitted for County approval.

North Carolina General Statutes Chapter 87 licensing requirements for general contracting apply to contracts of $40,000 or more. Contractors must submit detailed cost breakdowns on company letterhead itemizing materials, labor, and applicable taxes; certificates of insurance for liability and workers' compensation with minimums of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate bodily injury and property damage; Iran Divestment Act certifications; and HUB participation documentation. Performance and Payment Bonds equal to 100 percent of the contract price are due within ten days of award.

The contract term shall not exceed 150 days from Notice to Proceed, with liquidated damages of $100 per day assessed for delays beyond this timeframe. A 12-month guarantee on materials and workmanship is required, with manufacturer warranties extending beyond this period applicable to specific equipment or materials. The County reserves the right to award to multiple qualified contractors, conduct further negotiations, and reject any or all proposals.