NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources - Museum of the Albemarle

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources is seeking bids for the replacement of the fire alarm system at the Museum of the Albemarle, located in Pender County. The project involves the installation of a fully redundant fire alarm system, including the replacement of duct detectors and the procurement and installation of new conduit. Work will primarily take place Monday through Friday from 7 AM to 5 PM, with some Sunday work allowed in exhibit and collection areas. Contractors must provide a 5% bid security and comply with minority business participation requirements. The contractor will be responsible for patching, painting, and disposing of the old equipment related to the fire alarm system installation. A pre-bid conference was held on October 2, 2024, and the bid due date has been changed to November 12, 2024 at 2:00 PM, with the bid opening taking place at the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources in Raleigh.

The contract will be awarded to a single prime contractor. Contractors must be properly licensed under North Carolina law and provide performance and payment bonds for 100% of the contract price. Payments will be made based on 95% of monthly estimates, with final payment upon completion and acceptance of the work. The owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive informalities. No bid may be withdrawn for 30 days after the bid closing. The project budget range is not specified in the provided information.