Paragon Films Rail Spur Construction

This state and local contracting opportunity is for the construction of approximately 800 feet of new industrial rail track and a switch, as well as the repair of existing track serving Paragon Films in Taylorsville, North Carolina. Alexander County is issuing sealed bids for this "Paragon Films Rail Spur" project, which will be received until 2 p.m. on Monday, September 30, 2024. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference will be held on-site on Friday, September 20 at 10 a.m. Contractors bidding on this project must be properly licensed to perform railroad work in the State of North Carolina. The project is being funded in whole or in part by the Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG), and all federal CDBG requirements will apply. Bidders must comply with various federal requirements, including President's Executive Order 11246, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Davis-Bacon Act, and the FRA Buy America requirements. The owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to award the contract to the lowest, responsive, responsible bidder or bidders, taking into consideration quality, performance, and time.

This contracting opportunity is subject to set-aside requirements for Minority and Women Business Enterprises, and bidders must present statements of their participation. Bidders must also agree to comply with Section 3 provisions. The budget range or potential award value for this project is not specified in the information provided.