C-1799 4160V Overhead Line Removal and Underground Installation

The contract involves the removal of an existing overhead 4160V electrical line and the construction and installation of a new underground 4160V line at the Port of Wilmington under the jurisdiction of the North Carolina Ports Authority. Bidders are invited to submit sealed lump sum proposals by September 15, 2025, with bids publicly opened immediately afterward. The project scope includes dismantling the overhead system, installing conduits and cabling underground, and ensuring all associated infrastructure such as junction boxes and grounding systems are properly implemented. The work must comply with the latest electrical codes, industry standards, and local regulations, with performance and payment bonds required at 100% of the contract value, which ranges from two to five million dollars. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for August 28, 2025, to clarify project details and site conditions. The procurement process is based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable approach, emphasizing responsiveness, responsibility, and minority business participation. Bidders must demonstrate compliance through affidavits and documentation, including good faith efforts to involve minority and HUB-certified businesses, with scoring points allocated accordingly. The contract incorporates federal and state clauses such as the Equal Opportunity Clause, North Carolina False Claims Act, and adherence to applicable codes and standards. Payment procedures involve monthly estimates, submission of detailed schedules of values, and retention of 5% until project completion. The contract also stipulates strict requirements for equipment delivery, storage, labeling, and marking, ensuring materials are protected and identifiable throughout the project. Final acceptance is contingent upon successful inspection and compliance with all contractual and regulatory requirements at the project site in Wilmington.