Jail/Courthouse Waste Pipe Replacement - Phase II

The County of Lee in North Carolina is soliciting bids for the Jail/Courthouse Waste Pipe Replacement - Phase II (Solicitation 4262-02-27). The project requires the provision of all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision to replace cast-iron waste and vent piping within inmate cell pods A and B, as well as the common utility chase. The base bid also includes the installation of a floor sink and lint interceptor in laundry room 1018. Two optional alternates are available: Alternate 1 involves replacing waste piping and upgrading toilets to flush valve models in the men's and women's locker rooms, and Alternate 2 covers the replacement of waste piping between specific office areas. The contract includes a 30,000 dollar allowance for unforeseen conditions and stipulates liquidated damages of 1,000 dollars per day for delays beyond the substantial completion date. Award will be granted to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder who possesses the required state licenses. Bidders must submit two complete bid packages in sealed envelopes to the specified address in Sanford, NC, by January 7, 2027. Key requirements include a bid security of at least five percent of the gross bid, strict confidentiality regarding the detention center's layouts, and compliance with OSHA and ADA standards. Payment applications must be submitted using AIA Documents G702 and G703. The contract is subject to a non-appropriation clause, meaning its validity depends on the availability of public funds, and requires a drug-free workplace certification for subcontracts exceeding 10,000 dollars.