Detention Center Parallelling Switchgear Update

The County of Cumberland in North Carolina is soliciting bids for the Detention Center Paralleling Switchgear Update in Fayetteville. The project requires an authorized Caterpillar dealer to provide all labor, equipment, and materials to upgrade the paralleling switchgear, specifically upgrading two 3412 generator control panels to EMCP 4.2 control panels, including new enclosures, engine wiring, sensors, and voltage regulators. The contract will be awarded based on bids received at the letting in the best interests of the County, with a requirement that all contractors be licensed in their respective fields and comply with G.S. Section 143-131. The work must be completed within 180 calendar days from the issuance of the Notice to Proceed. The contract incorporates the EJCDC C-700 (2013 Edition) Standard General Conditions of the Construction Contract. Key administrative requirements include the submission of monthly applications for payment to the Engineer and the provision of performance and payment bonds equal to the contract price. While a bid bond is not required, the contractor must provide a Certificate of Liability Insurance naming the County of Cumberland as the certificate holder before starting work. Inspection and testing will be conducted at the site by the Owner, Engineer, or approved independent laboratories to ensure compliance with contract documents and state laws.