Truist Stadium Paint project

North Carolina A&T State University is seeking a turnkey painting contractor for the Truist Stadium Paint Project located in Guilford County. The project requires power washing and repainting designated yellow steel/metal handrails and associated beams both inside and outside the stadium to ensure safety compliance with OSHA guidelines and prepare for the upcoming fall athletic season. Contractors must use specific "Aggie Gold" paint from a Sherwin-Williams Commercial Paint Store and utilize appropriate painting methods and personnel lifting equipment. The Request for Quote (RFQ) 59-Q6897 was issued on August 26, 2025, with bids due on September 12, 2025, at 3:00 pm ET. The project timeline is strictly defined from September 20, 2025, through October 3, 2025, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive bidder meeting all specifications. Evaluation criteria will focus on financial stability, professional performance, and compliance with state procurement policies.

The state encourages participation from small, minority, physically handicapped, and women-owned businesses, with a goal of 10% utilization of diverse firms as 1st or 2nd tier subcontractors. Vendors must be registered in the North Carolina Electronic Vendor Portal (eVP) and complete mandatory attachments including the HUB Supplemental Vendor Information form, Customer Reference Form, and Certification of Financial Condition. The procurement specifically seeks Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUB) certification, with vendors required to provide detailed information about their certification status and potential use of Tier 2 suppliers or subcontractors. While a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, vendors must demonstrate financial soundness, including having an unqualified audit, no outstanding liabilities, and current tax payments. The state reserves the right to reject any or all bids and requires vendors to maintain comprehensive insurance coverage appropriate to the contract's scope.