North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, specifically the NC Forest Service, is seeking sealed proposals for the construction of a new County Office in Jones County. This single prime contract requires lump sum bids, with proposals due by 3:00 pm on December 4, 2025, at the NCFS Region 1 headquarters in Kinston, NC. An open, non-mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for November 20, 2025, at 3:00 pm to address project-specific questions and bidding procedures. Qualified prime bidders can obtain electronic plans and specifications at no cost by emailing admin@wgarc.com. Bidders must hold an unlimited construction license classification as required by North Carolina General Statutes and submit a bid deposit or certified check of at least 5% of the proposal amount, or provide a 5% bid bond from a licensed surety company. The project requires comprehensive documentation, including the "Identification of Minority Business Participation" form and either Affidavit A or Affidavit B.

The procurement opportunity includes specific requirements for minority business participation, with potential contractors required to demonstrate compliance with local diversity guidelines. Bidders must be properly licensed according to state law, and the successful contractor will be required to provide performance and payment bonds, each equal to 100% of the contract price. Payment will be structured on a monthly basis, with 95% of estimates paid progressively and final payment contingent upon completion and acceptance of work. The owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive informalities. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive bonding and documentation requirements suggest a significant project scope. Bid submissions will remain valid for 30 days following the closing time, and all contractors must meet the licensing and documentation standards outlined in the notice to bidders.