Wilkes Community College

Wilkes Community College in North Carolina is requesting sealed bids for Building 7 Storm Drainage Repair under SCO #25-30105-01A, with proposals due June 30, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at Thompson Hall, Room 141, Wilkesboro. All bids must include an Identification of Minority Business Participation form and Affidavit A, or the submission will be deemed non-responsive.

The scope comprises furnishing labor, material, and equipment for new storm drainage infrastructure, including site retaining wall and pavement removal and replacement, with a project duration of 120 days. Bids are on a single prime, lump sum basis. General contractors must hold proper North Carolina licensing classification for Building or Highway Contractor; specialty contractors bidding as single prime on public buildings where general construction does not exceed 25 percent of total construction value may subcontract other trades.

Each proposal must be accompanied by a cash deposit or certified check equal to not less than 5 percent of the proposal amount, or alternatively a bid bond of 5 percent executed by a North Carolina-licensed surety company. A performance bond and payment bond equal to 100 percent of the contract price will be required. Payment will be made based on 95 percent of monthly estimates with final payment upon completion and acceptance of work. No bids may be withdrawn after the scheduled closing time for 30 days.

A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held June 16, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at Building 7, corner of Christie Lane and First Citizens Bank Lane, Wilkesboro, to address project-specific questions, bidding procedures, and bid forms. Complete plans and specifications are available through Thomas and Hutton Engineers (Jeff Smith, PE, 980-201-5511 or smith.jeff@tandh.com), Associated General Contractors, F.W. Dodge, and the Carolina's Plan Room. The owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids and waive informalities.