North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (DECM) has re-advertised a fire alarm replacement project for Marion Correctional Institution located in Marion, NC. This procurement seeks a single prime contractor to furnish labor, materials, and equipment for constructing and installing a new fire alarm system at the facility. Bidders must hold an Intermediate or Unlimited general contractor license as specified in NC General Statutes Chapter 87, Article 1. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for February 3, 2026, at 10:00 AM at the correctional institution, with failure to attend resulting in automatic bidding disqualification. Sealed proposals will be accepted until 10:00 AM on February 17, 2026, with a public bid opening and reading immediately following. Comprehensive project documents are available for inspection through multiple online plan rooms including isqft.com, dodge.construction.com, and bidclerk.com. Physical plan documents can be obtained by prime bidders with a $150.00 deposit, which will be fully refunded if documents are returned in good condition within ten days after the bid date.

The procurement includes specific minority business participation requirements, mandating that bidders submit an Identification of Minority Business Participation form along with either Affidavit A or Affidavit B. Each proposal must include a cash deposit, certified check, or bid bond equivalent to five percent of the proposal amount. The successful contractor will be required to execute the contract within ten days of award and provide performance and payment bonds covering 100 percent of the contract price. Payment will be structured as 95 percent of monthly estimates, with final payment contingent upon completion and acceptance of work. No bid may be withdrawn for 60 days following the scheduled closing time, and the owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids and waive informalities. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the requirement for performance and payment bonds suggests a substantial project investment for this critical infrastructure upgrade at the correctional facility.