Hydraulic Cylinder Installation - North Bascule Gate

The City of Rocky Mount, North Carolina is requesting proposals to install one replacement hydraulic cylinder on the North Bascule Gate at the Tar River Water Supply Reservoir Dam, with proposals due October 19, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET. A local preference policy allows eligible local bidders to match non-local bidders' prices if within five percent or $25,000, whichever is less.

The scope is installation of a city-procured replacement hydraulic cylinder and associated pins on the failed North Bascule Gate, which has been secured in the fully upright position since September 2025 using temporary supports. The contractor furnishes all labor, supervision, equipment, tools, rigging, lifting devices, jacks, materials, transportation, and incidentals necessary for completion. The contractor must determine safe access to the work area, develop site-specific safety plans, and comply with all federal, state, and local safety regulations including OSHA requirements. The City will lower the South Bascule Gate, provide site access, furnish the replacement cylinder and pins, prime the hydraulic system, and conduct operational testing following installation.

Pricing is submitted as a lump sum covering complete installation including all labor, materials, equipment, testing, commissioning, cleanup, and site restoration. The vendor must provide the estimated number of working days to completion and anticipated gate outage duration. Contract award is made to the lowest responsible, responsive bidder pursuant to North Carolina General Statute Section 143-131, considering quality, performance, and specified timeframes. The contract term begins on the Effective Date and ends upon final completion and written acceptance of work; the vendor must begin work within a specified number of calendar days of Notice to Proceed.

Written questions are due October 8, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET, with the City's response due October 13. Site visits are urged and must be coordinated with Fantashia Dickens at Fantashia.Dickens@rockymountnc.gov with 48-hour notice. Payment is NET 30 days upon submission of invoices and supporting documentation.