NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources is requesting sealed proposals for generator upgrades and automatic transfer switch installation at the NC Zoological Park in Asheboro, with proposals due November 17, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., and a non-mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for October 29 at 2:00 p.m. at the Stedman Education Building.

The base bid covers demolition and replacement of generators and installation of automatic transfer switches at the Veterinary Hospital and Wildlife Rehabilitation Center. Alternate 1 addresses the Greenhouse, and Alternate 2 addresses the Desert Pavilion. All generators and automatic transfer switches are owner-provided and stored onsite. Proposals must be submitted as lump sum single prime bids. General contractors are required to hold electrical contractor license classification under North Carolina state law.

Each proposal must include a bid deposit of not less than five percent of the proposal amount as cash, certified check, or bid bond executed by a licensed North Carolina surety company. Performance and payment bonds equal to one hundred percent of the contract price are required. Payment will be made at ninety-five percent of monthly estimates with final payment upon completion and acceptance of work.

Bids may not be withdrawn for thirty days after the scheduled closing time. Electronic plans and specifications are available from Dewberry Engineers after October 14, 2026; printed copies are available to qualified prime bidders upon a $200 deposit. Questions are due prior to the November 17 proposal deadline. Dewberry Engineers is the designer. The NC Zoo and Botanical Gardens is listed as the owner and project manager. The State reserves the right to reject any and all proposals.