READVERTISEMENT: North Carolina Department of Public Safety

The North Carolina Department of Public Safety (NCDPS) is seeking bids for the Samarcand Training Academy Administration Building Structural Repairs project, a re-bid opportunity located in Biscoe, North Carolina. The procurement involves comprehensive structural repairs and interior demolition for an approximately 8,246 square foot administration building at 157 Eagle Lane. Specific scope of work includes removing the existing concrete slab, conducting structural repairs on the southern wall, installing helical piers, performing CMU wall repairs and replacements, and completing interior demolition involving removal of walls, floor and ceiling finishes, plumbing fixtures, HVAC systems, and electrical disconnections. Sealed proposals will be received on August 28, 2025, at 2:00 pm, with a mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for August 19, 2025, at 11:00 am for new bidders. The contract will be awarded as a Single Prime contract with lump sum proposals, and contractors must possess an "Unlimited Building" or "Unclassified" general contractor license to be eligible.

The procurement includes specific requirements for Minority Business Participation and Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) participation, emphasizing opportunities for diverse contractors. Bidders must submit a bid bond or cash deposit of 5% with their proposal, and successful contractors will be required to provide performance and payment bonds covering 100% of the contract price. Payment will be structured on a monthly basis, with 95% of estimates paid progressively and final payment contingent upon completed and accepted work. The bid cannot be withdrawn for 60 days after the closing date, and the owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the structural repairs and interior demolition suggests a significant investment in renovating the administration building at the Samarcand Training Academy.