Design-Build Services for Knightdale Centennial Clock Tower Structure

The contract for the construction of the Knightdale Centennial Clock Tower is a design-build project initiated through a qualifications-based selection process by the Town of Knightdale, North Carolina. The project aims to commemorate the town’s 100-year anniversary by delivering a custom-designed clock tower at Knightdale Station Park, with a completion deadline of March 15, 2027. The scope includes comprehensive design, structural engineering, fabrication, and installation, with the selected team responsible for coordinating with town officials throughout the process. The project budget is estimated between $500,000 and $1,500,000, with pricing structured as a lump sum or open book arrangement, and any change orders exceeding 15% of the original price to be negotiated via lump sum, unit prices, or cost-plus methods. The contractual framework is governed primarily by North Carolina statutes, notably the state’s design-build law, and local standards such as the Town of Knightdale and NCDOT specifications. The contract incorporates general conditions covering responsibilities, safety, safety standards (including OSHA compliance), quality assurance, and safety management. It emphasizes the importance of qualified personnel, including a superintendent and licensed professionals, and mandates strict safety and safety ratings, along with detailed requirements for minority business outreach and participation. Inspections occur both at the source of supply and on-site, with final acceptance contingent upon satisfactory completion, correction of deficiencies, and adherence to technical specifications. Payment procedures involve progress estimates, retainage, and final settlement upon project completion, with no explicit federal clauses or invoicing platforms specified. The RFQ submission process requires a concise, organized proposal limited to 20 pages, due by September 8, 2025, either electronically or in hard copies, with designated contacts for questions and clarifications.