N. C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources - Division of Parks and Recreation

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, Division of Parks and Recreation, is seeking sealed proposals for the Mount Mitchell State Park Water Main Improvements project (SCO ID# 24-28067-01A). The procurement is structured as a General Construction - Single Prime contract, with the primary objective of replacing equipment and piping for approximately 6,850 linear feet of existing water main. Bidders must submit lump sum proposals to the Lake James State Park Office in Nebo, NC by 1:00 pm on Friday, May 30th, 2025. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, May 20th, 2025, at 1:00 pm, with a site visit to be coordinated between prospective bidders and park staff. Qualified bidders must possess a Building Contractor - Unlimited or Public Utilities Contractor - Unlimited license, and submit a plan deposit of $150.00, which is fully refundable to those returning documents in good condition within ten days after the bid date.

The procurement includes specific requirements for minority business participation, with bidders required to submit either Affidavit A or Affidavit B identifying minority business involvement. Bidders must provide a cash deposit or certified check for 5% of the proposal amount, or alternatively submit a 5% bid bond. Performance and payment bonds will be required for 100% of the contract price, with payments structured at 95% of monthly estimates and final payment upon project completion. The project designer is Finch & Associates, and the owner contact is Justin Williamson from the NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. The owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids and waive informalities. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the extensive water main replacement project suggests a significant infrastructure investment for Mount Mitchell State Park. Potential bidders should carefully review all documentation and be prepared to meet the comprehensive technical and administrative requirements outlined in the procurement notice.