RFP for rehabilitation of former EMS building for use as the gaston community center

The Town of Gaston, located in North Carolina's Gaston County, is seeking competitive proposals for a comprehensive rehabilitation project of a former EMS building at 224 Craige Street, to be transformed into a community center. The Request for Proposal (RFP) encompasses extensive renovations including roof repair, insulation, HVAC system installation, stairlift implementation, bathroom remodeling, kitchen upgrades, flooring replacement, electrical improvements, and site enhancements. Key deliverables include achieving a Certificate of Occupancy by December 28, 2026, with a detailed project scope requiring compliance with current building codes and ADA accessibility standards. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for December 9, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Gaston Town Hall, followed by a site walking tour, with written questions due by 5:00 p.m. on December 16, 2025. Sealed proposals are due by 12:00 p.m. on January 5, 2026, with bid opening immediately following, and proposals must remain valid for a minimum of 60 days. Evaluation criteria will include price proposal, contractor's knowledge of building and safety codes, ability to meet project deadlines, and qualifications of the design and construction team.

The RFP does not explicitly specify set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises or minority-owned businesses. Contractors must submit proposals in Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) format, including detailed pricing breakdowns for building-related costs, site-related costs, design-related costs, construction fees, and contingency. Insurance requirements are stringent, mandating Certificates of Insurance including Worker's Compensation, Employer's Liability ($1,000,000), Comprehensive General Liability ($5,000,000 per occurrence), and Comprehensive Automobile Liability ($5,000,000 per occurrence), with the Town of Gaston named as an additional insured. The project site encompasses approximately 0.45 acres with utilities available from Roanoke Rapids Sanitary District, Dominion Energy, and Daughtridge Gas & Oil, and a Phase One Environmental Study has been completed. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the renovations suggests a substantial investment, with the Town reserving the right to reject any or all proposals and not being obligated to accept the lowest bid.