Granville County Arched Pipe with Headwalls

The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) 54-ML-12172048 for Granville County Bridge Maintenance, specifically seeking the procurement of aluminum structural plate pipe arch with headwalls. The solicitation requires the fabrication, delivery, and assembly of 45 linear feet of a 15'-7" x 10'-2" corrugated aluminum structural plate pipe arch with a minimum 0.125" thickness, including two headwalls: one 40'-6" x 14' headwall with 12' length of pipe fully welded, and another 40'-6" x 14' headwall with 14' length of pipe fully welded. The project also includes geogrid soil stabilization material for the Graham Sherron Road location. Bids are due on May 19, 2025, at 2:00 PM ET, with a public bid opening to be conducted via conference call. Vendors must complete delivery and assembly within 30 consecutive calendar days after receiving the purchase order, with actual assembly to be finished within two consecutive working days. Evaluation criteria will focus on the lowest responsive bid that meets all specified requirements, with a comprehensive review of compliance with detailed technical specifications. Bidders must provide manufacturer warranties, submit detailed documentation including shop drawings, structural design calculations, and safety bracing plans within five days of award.

The procurement includes provisions for Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUB), encouraging 10% participation of diverse firms as 1st or 2nd tier subcontractors. Vendors must be authorized resellers and comply with the North Carolina Department of Transportation 2024 Standard Specifications. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the procurement suggests a specialized infrastructure project with precise technical requirements. Bidders must use approved producers and adhere to specific material and workmanship standards for aluminum structural plate pipe and headwalls. The solicitation appears targeted at manufacturers and suppliers with specific capabilities in bridge infrastructure components, particularly those with experience in aluminum structural plate systems. No incumbent vendors are mentioned in the documentation, and the procurement seems to be a standalone project for Granville County's bridge maintenance infrastructure. The procurement process emphasizes technical competence, compliance with state specifications, and a commitment to supporting diverse business participation.