North Carolina Department of Adult Correction

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is requesting sealed lump-sum proposals for fire alarm replacement at Brown Creek Correctional Institution, 248 Prison Camp Road, Polkton, NC, with bids due October 15, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Attendance at a mandatory pre-bid meeting on October 1, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at the site is a condition of bid eligibility; failure to attend disqualifies the proposer.

The scope encompasses labor, material, and equipment for complete fire alarm replacement at the facility. Bidders must hold appropriate North Carolina licensing classification (Intermediate or Unlimited for general contractors); licensed plumbing, mechanical, and electrical contractors may bid as single prime contractors only if general construction does not exceed 25% of total construction value.

Bidders must submit a cash deposit or certified check equal to not less than 5% of the proposal amount, or alternatively a 5% bid bond from a North Carolina-licensed surety. The successful bidder will provide performance and payment bonds equal to 100% of the contract price. Payment is made based on 95% of monthly estimates, with final payment upon completion and acceptance. No bid may be withdrawn within 30 days following the scheduled closing time.

Complete plans, specifications, and contract documents are available for inspection at the Department of Engineering, Construction, and Maintenance (DECM) offices at 2020 Yonkers Road, Raleigh, and in plan rooms maintained by the Associated General Contractors Carolinas Branch, McGraw-Hill Dodge Corporation, The Institute (Durham), MMCA (Charlotte), and East Coast Digital Plan Room (Greenville). Qualified prime bidders may obtain documents upon deposit of $150.00, fully refunded if all documents are returned in good condition within 10 days after the bid date. Questions should be directed to Esh Movahed, PE, at DECM offices. Sealed bids are received at DECM, Door #4, or mailed to 4216 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-4216.