PCS Pre-K Modular Classroom

Pender County Schools is seeking a qualified NC Licensed Contractor to provide and install a four-classroom Pre-K modular unit at South Topsail Elementary School in Hampstead, NC. This turnkey project requires a comprehensive approach to modular classroom construction, including architectural design, permit acquisition, and full systems integration. The project demands substantial completion between May 27, 2025, and August 1, 2025, with sealed bids due on January 28, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. and a public bid opening scheduled for January 29, 2025, at 10:00 A.M. Bidders must submit detailed proposals that include signed and sealed drawings by NC licensed architects and engineers, comprehensive construction specifications covering electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and building systems. The project requires 5% bid security and will necessitate 100% performance and payment bonds. Technical requirements include specific provisions for LED lighting, Bard HVAC units with dehumidification, and integration with the school's existing fire alarm system. Contractors must also comply with Davis-Bacon wage requirements and be prepared for potential student presence during a summer learning program.

The procurement includes a 10% Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) participation goal, with bidders required to demonstrate either good faith efforts to meet MBE requirements or intent to perform with their own workforce. The project is partially funded through FEMA Public Assistance, which introduces additional federal contract requirements and necessary certifications. Contractors must maintain extensive insurance coverage, including $2 million in general liability insurance and other specified coverages. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the project involves a complete modular classroom installation with comprehensive systems integration. Bidders must include all North Carolina sales, use, and labor taxes as separate line items and are prohibited from using allowances or unit pricing. The school district will handle certain aspects separately, such as parking lot painting and the covered walkway, while the contractor is responsible for final grading and seeding. Electrical contractors must conduct a site visit to assess service adequacy and coordinate with Duke Energy as needed.