NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources is seeking sealed proposals for the Museum of Albemarle Fire Alarm Replacement project, located in Person County. This is a single prime contract procurement requiring lump sum proposals for a comprehensive fire alarm system replacement. Prospective bidders must possess an Unlimited license classification for general contractors under North Carolina state laws. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for April 3, 2025, at 11:00 A.M. to discuss project scope and bidding procedures, with final proposals due by 2:00 P.M. on April 22, 2025. Contractors must submit complete plans and specifications, which are available for inspection at Sud Associates, P.A. Consulting Engineers, with hard copies obtainable for a fully refundable $50 deposit. The project requires a 5% bid security in the form of a cash deposit or certified check, and successful bidders will need to provide performance and payment bonds covering 100% of the contract price.

Minority business participation is a key requirement for this procurement, with bidders mandated to identify and document minority business involvement through either Affidavit A or Affidavit B. Contractors must submit these affidavits as part of their proposal package. The bid will remain valid for 30 days after the scheduled closing time, and the owner reserves the right to reject any or all submissions. Payment will be structured on a monthly basis, with contractors receiving 95% of estimated work completed, and final payment contingent upon project completion and acceptance. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed in the documentation, the project involves a comprehensive fire alarm system replacement, suggesting a significant capital investment. Prospective bidders should carefully review all project specifications and ensure compliance with North Carolina state contracting regulations and licensing requirements.