IFB 2026-042 Government Center Exterior Envelope Repair

Union County, North Carolina, is soliciting bids for the Government Center Exterior Envelope Repair project located at 500 North Main Street in Monroe. This single-phase project involves comprehensive exterior repairs, including the replacement of floor drains and concrete topping slabs, masonry tuckpoint repairs to brick veneers, concrete spall and guardrail post pocket repairs, sealant replacements for first-floor elevated concrete deck joints, and selective window glass replacement. The contract is structured as a Guaranteed Maximum Price and will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Bids are due by October 19, 2026, at 3:00 PM, with a non-mandatory pre-bid conference scheduled for September 22, 2026. The successful contractor must be licensed in North Carolina and provide a Performance and Payment Bond along with appropriate insurance. Performance is expected to be completed within 240 calendar days from the commencement date, and a detailed Gantt-chart construction schedule must be submitted within 30 days of the award notice. The contract incorporates AIA Document A201-2017 General Conditions and requires the use of AIA Documents G702 and G703 for payment applications. Key deliverables include a completed product list within 60 days of commencement, project record documents, and a final training manual. Quality control is emphasized through the use of on-site mockups and adherence to ACI 305 and ACI 306.1 standards for concrete work.