North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources is seeking architectural and engineering design services for the Historic Bath - Exhibit Center Renovations project located in Beaufort County. The procurement involves comprehensive renovation of the Northwest Building of the Historic Bath High School, with a focus on two distinct phases of work. Phase 1 requires extensive preliminary studies including structural assessments, code compliance evaluations, accessibility reviews, and egress analysis to prepare for architectural renovations. The project specifically targets critical building improvements such as party wall modifications, life safety enhancements, mechanical system updates, and fire suppression system installation. Qualified firms must be licensed to practice architecture, engineering, or landscape architecture in North Carolina and are required to submit three hard copies of a Letter of Interest (not exceeding 10 single-sided or 5 double-sided pages) and three copies of the current SF-254 form by the July 7, 2025 deadline. Evaluation criteria will include specialized expertise, past performance, team composition, workload capacity, design approach, cost and schedule experience, construction administration capabilities, and proximity to the project location. Firms are additionally requested to email a PDF version of their submission to Tony Romaine at tony.romaine@dncr.nc.gov.

The project has a total budget of $500,000 and is funded through the 2024-2025 Repairs & Renovations Reserve, with selection to be conducted by a State Building Commission committee. While the solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or preferences for disadvantaged business enterprises, potential respondents should be prepared to demonstrate comprehensive qualifications and capabilities. The renovation project appears to be focused on modernizing and improving the existing Historic Bath High School Northwest Building, suggesting potential integration with existing historical infrastructure. No incumbent vendors are specifically mentioned in the procurement documents. The $500,000 budget indicates a mid-sized renovation project with significant scope for architectural and engineering interventions. Interested firms should carefully review all requirements and prepare comprehensive submissions that highlight their technical expertise, historical preservation understanding, and ability to meet the complex renovation needs of this historic site.