Dix Park Building Abatement, Demolition, and Site Improvements

The contract involves the comprehensive abatement and demolition of four buildings at Dix Park in Raleigh, North Carolina, including associated site work such as pavement removal, earthwork, exterior improvements, and modifications to utility systems like steam traps and electrical infrastructure. The project scope emphasizes environmental abatement, structural demolition, and site enhancements, with the work to be performed at a designated site within Dix Park. The solicitation, posted on November 12, 2025, invites sealed bids with a deadline of December 11, 2025, and mandates a mandatory pre-bid meeting to ensure contractor preparedness. The estimated contract value is approximately $300,000, with the project being set aside for competitive bidding under the North Carolina NAICS code 237310, which pertains to construction of heavy and civil engineering projects. Bidders are required to submit bid security equal to 5% of their bid amount and demonstrate compliance with North Carolina licensing statutes. A key element of the procurement is meeting a 15% MWBE participation goal, encouraging certified Minority and Woman-Owned Business Enterprises to engage in the project, with specific reporting obligations for those claiming MWBE participation. The award will be based on a trade-off evaluation process, prioritizing the lowest responsible and responsive bid while considering factors such as quality, performance, and schedule adherence. The contract documents specify that work must meet local and state standards, with inspection and acceptance occurring at the project site, overseen by the City of Raleigh’s Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources Department, with Eric Regensburger serving as the primary contact. While detailed pricing and technical standards are not provided in the available documents, the solicitation emphasizes responsible contractor licensing, MWBE commitments, and adherence to administrative procedures outlined in the Instructions to Bidders.