Carteret County Historic Courthouse Chimney Repairs RFP

Carteret County is soliciting competitive proposals for chimney repairs at the Historic Courthouse located in Beaufort, North Carolina. The scope of work focuses on flashing replacement and chimney tuckpointing, with a strict requirement that all activities adhere to historic masonry guidelines and preservation standards. The project must be completed within a 60-day window, after which liquidated damages of 100 dollars per day will be assessed for delays. All work must comply with the North Carolina Building Code and industry best practices, with a 12-month warranty against patent defects required following final acceptance. Proposals must be submitted as single-sided PDFs via email or sealed envelope to the Project Coordinator by 9:00 AM EST on July 9, 2025. Submissions must include a detailed cost breakdown on company letterhead itemizing labor, materials, and taxes. Qualified contractors are required to provide a competent on-site superintendent, maintain specific insurance coverage, and comply with North Carolina E-Verify regulations. Additionally, the county requires documentation of Minority Business Enterprise participation with every pay application. Award decisions may be made to multiple qualified contractors based on the evaluation of the submitted proposals.