IFB #27-18-CROWN MOTORIZED TELESCOPING SEATING SYSTEM FOR CROWN COLISEUM

Invitation for Bid #27-18-CROWN is a solicitation issued by the County of Cumberland, North Carolina, for the turnkey replacement of the motorized telescoping seating system at the Crown Coliseum. The scope of work encompasses the demolition and disassembly of existing bleachers and chairs, followed by the engineering, purchase, and installation of a new multi-tiered motorized system. To ensure a competitive and standardized bidding process, the County requires pricing to be based strictly on pre-approved Tier-1 manufacturers, such as the Hussey Seating Company Quattro Telescopic or Metro Series. The project includes rigorous deliverables, such as the provision of operation and maintenance manuals, sightline engineering profiles, and the successful execution of ten consecutive flawless expansion and closure cycles per motorized bank. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Key compliance requirements include full adherence to ADA Standards for Accessible Design, IBC, NFPA 102, and North Carolina building and electrical codes, with all systems requiring a stamp from a licensed North Carolina Professional Engineer. Performance is tied to a strict timeline, including a 90-day manufacturing window following shop drawing approval and specific calendar-day milestones for demolition, assembly, and commissioning. Vendors must provide a Certification of Financial Condition and certify compliance with various legal standards, including the Iran Investment Act and divestment from companies that boycott Israel. Bids must be submitted in a sealed package with a corresponding electronic copy on a flash drive by October 26, 2026.