Board of Elections Building Expansion and Renovation Hillsborough, NC

The contract involves the construction and renovation of the Orange County Board of Elections facility located at 208 S. Cameron Street in Hillsborough, North Carolina. The scope includes building an approximately 1,800 square foot addition at the rear of the existing structure, replacing a terraced courtyard, and installing a new loading dock at the southwest corner. Construction will feature concrete foundations, a steel frame structure, metal stud framing with brick veneer, and a steel roof with a low-slope membrane. The project requires tying into three sides of the existing building and renovating existing HVAC, electrical, and minor plumbing systems to ensure seamless integration. The work is to be executed under a single lump-sum prime contract, with an estimated value between 500,000 and 1,000,000 dollars, emphasizing a comprehensive approach to expansion and upgrades. The procurement process is outlined through an Invitation for Bids (IFB) issued by the County of Orange, with a bid response deadline set for December 9, 2025, and a mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for November 20, 2025. Plans and specifications are available from Smith Sinnett Architecture starting November 12, 2025, and bidders are required to submit sealed proposals at the county’s purchasing office. The solicitation emphasizes the importance of compliance with standard construction standards and codes, although specific federal or state contractual clauses, evaluation factors, or detailed award criteria are not provided. The project’s performance timeline, detailed pricing breakdowns, and specific contract clauses are not included in the available documentation, but the scope clearly indicates a focus on quality construction, system integration, and adherence to applicable building standards.