Walkway Cover Replacements - West Columbus High School

Columbus County Schools is requesting sealed proposals for the replacement of covered walkways at West Columbus High School in Cerro Gordo, North Carolina, with proposals due August 6, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. A mandatory pre-proposal site visit, scheduled by contacting Timmy Ward (Maintenance Director, 910-770-2303 or tward@columbus.k12.nc.us), is a prerequisite; failure to attend may render the proposal non-responsive.

The scope comprises two phases: Phase 1 covers approximately 260 feet long by 10 feet wide, and Phase 2 covers approximately 200 feet long by 6 feet wide. Contractors must remove and dispose of existing upper structures and roof sheeting while retaining existing support posts, then furnish and install new upper structural members and roof sheeting. Contractors bear responsibility for all demolition, hauling, lawful disposal of removed materials, protection of school property, OSHA compliance, adherence to applicable building codes, and final site cleanup.

Proposals must include lump-sum pricing for Phase 1 and Phase 2 separately, North Carolina licensure documentation, insurance and contractor qualifications, references, project schedule, warranty terms, and acknowledgment of all addenda. Questions are due July 23, 2026, with responses due July 30, 2026. Bid opening occurs August 6, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. Notice of award is anticipated August 10, 2026, with notice to proceed on August 11, 2026. The project completion date is November 6, 2026. Sealed proposals should be marked "West Columbus High School Walkway Cover Replacement RFP" and submitted to Timmy Ward at Columbus County Schools, 89 School Road, Hallsboro, NC 28442, or via email to tward@columbus.k12.nc.us.