N. C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources is seeking proposals for the House in the Horseshoe - New Visitor Center project located in Moore County, specifically at 288 Alston House Rd, Sanford, NC. The procurement involves new construction of a comprehensive visitor center facility, comprising approximately 4,000 square feet of interior space and a 500-square-foot exterior porch, with associated site improvements and demolition of the existing visitor center. The project requires general contractors with an "unlimited" license classification to submit sealed lump sum proposals, which must be accompanied by a 5% cash deposit, certified check, or bid bond. An open pre-bid meeting for General Contractors is scheduled for July 31, 2025, at 10:30 am at the project site to address project-specific questions, bidding procedures, and bid forms. Sealed proposals will be received until 3:00 pm on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at the Archives and Library Building in Raleigh, NC, with bidders required to submit comprehensive documentation including minority business participation forms.

The procurement includes specific requirements for minority business participation and mandates performance and payment bonds for 100% of the contract price. Contractors will receive payment based on 95% of monthly estimates, with final payment contingent upon completed and accepted work. Bid documents are available from Hobbs Architects, PA for a $150 deposit, which will be fully refunded to bidders who return documents in good condition within 10 days after the bid date. The owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids and waive informalities. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the project's scope suggests a significant capital investment for a new visitor center facility. The procurement appears to be open to qualified general contractors who can meet the licensing, bonding, and documentation requirements, with an emphasis on encouraging minority business participation in the project.