Steel Beams & Diaphragms

The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered 54-LC-12168041 for Steel Beams and Diaphragms to be used in the Alamance County Bridge replacement project. The procurement specifically seeks 8 exterior W12 x 40 x 20' steel beams, 40 interior W12 x 40 x 20' steel beams, 2 exterior W21 x 62 x 40' steel beams, 10 interior W21 x 62 x 40' steel beams, and 11 interior diaphragms with hardware. The steel materials must meet rigorous technical specifications, including ASTM A-572/A-992 strength standards and AASHTO M270 Grade 50 specifications, and must undergo shop cleaning and painting according to NCDOT's Structural Steel Shop Coatings Program. Bids are due on March 21, 2025, at 2:00 PM ET and will be opened via a conference call, with delivery of materials required within 60 consecutive calendar days after purchase order receipt to NCDOT Bridge Maintenance in McLeansville, NC. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive bidder meeting all specifications, with NCDOT reserving the right to make separate awards or reject all bids if deemed most advantageous.

The solicitation emphasizes participation from Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUB), establishing a goal of 10% utilization of diverse firms as 1st or 2nd tier subcontractors. Vendors must be registered in North Carolina's Electronic Vendor Portal (eVP) and demonstrate financial stability through their bid submission. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive technical requirements suggest a significant infrastructure investment for bridge replacement infrastructure. The procurement process encourages competitive bidding from qualified vendors capable of meeting precise material and delivery specifications. Potential bidders must carefully review all technical requirements, including material standards, delivery timelines, and documentation needed to qualify for contract consideration. The state's procurement approach appears designed to ensure high-quality material procurement while providing opportunities for diverse business participation in the infrastructure project.