North Carolina Department of Transportation

The North Carolina Department of Transportation is soliciting sealed proposals for the construction of a new salt and brine shed in Hyde County through a single prime, lump sum contract. The project involves the design and construction of a new facility at the Swan Quarter Maintenance Shop, with complete digital plans, specifications, and contract documents available from The Wooten Company beginning February 15th, 2026. Qualified bidders must be licensed general contractors holding the proper Buildings license classification under North Carolina General Statutes Chapter 87 and must demonstrate compliance with all state licensing requirements. A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held on March 3rd, 2026 at 11:00 AM at Swan Quarter Ferry Terminal, with the site visit proceeding to the job location at 1245 Main Street, Swan Quarter, NC 27885. Sealed proposals must be submitted by 1:00 PM on March 24th, 2026 at Swan Quarter Ferry Terminal, 748 Oyster Creek Road, Swan Quarter, NC 27885. Technical questions regarding the project must be submitted to the Architect at rpearlman@thewootencompany.com by 5:00 PM on March 12th, 2026, with responses provided via addendum by 1:00 PM on March 17th, 2026. All proposals must include either a cash deposit or certified check equal to five percent of the bid amount, or a bid bond of five percent from a North Carolina-licensed surety company, with performance and payment bonds equal to 100 percent of the contract price required upon award.

All bidders must complete and submit the Identification of Minority Business Participation form with either Affidavit A or Affidavit B, with failure to complete these forms constituting grounds for bid rejection. Payment will be structured at 95 percent of monthly estimates, with final payment upon completion and acceptance of work. Bids may not be withdrawn for 30 days following the scheduled closing time. The owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids and waive informalities in the procurement process. No incumbent vendors, existing contractors, or specific budget range has been identified in the available documentation for this construction project.