NC Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is seeking bids for the Butner Food Distribution Warehouse Addition project located in Creedmoor, NC. The procurement is for a single-prime General Construction contract to construct a 28,879 square foot warehouse addition to the existing facility. Specific project components include refrigerated dock service, dry storage, two cooler/freezer spaces, office areas, restrooms, equipment platforms, and a concrete paved truck court. The project requires extensive construction work involving concrete slabs, brick veneer, structural steel framing, roofing systems, and cold storage areas with refrigeration equipment. Contractors must possess an Unlimited Building Contractor license classification and submit a 5% bid bond or deposit. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for December 5, 2024, at 3:00 pm at the project site, with sealed bids due by 3:00 pm on January 9, 2025. Complete project specifications are available electronically, with printed sets obtainable from the architect for a refundable $100 deposit.

The contract opportunity includes specific minority business participation requirements, mandating contractors to submit either Affidavit A or B with their bid proposal. Bidders must complete the Identification of Minority Business Participation form and comply with associated participation guidelines. Successful contractors will be required to provide 100% performance and payment bonds. Payment terms are structured with 95% of monthly estimates paid, with final payment issued upon project completion. 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 scope of work suggests a significant capital investment for the warehouse expansion. Project documents indicate the addition will integrate with an existing 85,466 square foot facility, indicating this is an expansion of current infrastructure to enhance food distribution capabilities in the region.