Coke Building Fire Sprinkler System

Lee County, North Carolina, is soliciting bids for the design and installation of a complete turn-key fire sprinkler system for the Coca Cola Building Warehouse located at 1605 Hawkins Avenue, Sanford, NC. The scope of work encompasses the warehouse, office, and mezzanine spaces and requires the contractor to provide all labor, supervision, materials, equipment, and permits. The system must be completely engineered with all calculations and shop drawings and must comply with NFPA 13 standards, the North Carolina Building Code, and other applicable laws. A pre-bid meeting was scheduled for November 10, 2026, and the deadline for submitting sealed bids is December 1, 2026. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Bidders must submit two complete bid packages in opaque sealed envelopes, including a bid security of 5 percent of the aggregate base bid price. Upon award, the successful contractor must provide performance and payment bonds equal to 100 percent of the contract price. Key requirements include a national background check certification for all employees, compliance with the Iran Divestment Act, and adherence to OSHA, DOT, and EPA safety standards. Payments will be processed electronically, and the contractor is responsible for all freight and material protection. The project is expected to commence immediately upon contract execution, with a substantial completion date to be determined between the owner and the contractor.