RFP 10-121025 Ward Elevated Storage Tank Demolition

The City of High Point is seeking proposals for the demolition of the Ward Street Elevated Storage Water Tank, a historic 1 million-gallon welded steel structure built in 1930 located at 1702 Bradley Place. The project involves complete removal of the tank, steel frame, and associated appurtenances, including the abandonment of a 16-inch waterline, with work to be conducted in compliance with environmental, safety, and regulatory standards. A pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for November 19, 2025, at the site, to facilitate discussion of project specifics, MWBE requirements, and bidding procedures. Proposals must be sealed and submitted by 2:00 PM on December 10, 2025, either physically to the Purchasing Division or electronically via email, with detailed instructions emphasizing the importance of full understanding of project specifications and adherence to submission formatting requirements. The procurement is structured as a best-value, trade-off process with evaluation factors weighted equally between experience and price at 30% each, and additional considerations such as project approach, staff qualifications, and references collectively accounting for 40%. The anticipated contract size ranges from $500,000 to $1,500,000, though specific pricing details are incomplete in the provided documentation, with only a $25,000 contingency allowance explicitly noted. The contract will be governed by North Carolina law, with performance and inspection occurring at the project site, and final acceptance contingent upon the City’s engineer approval. The scope encompasses site cleanup, lead-based paint management, erosion and traffic control, and compliance with multiple standards including NCDOT specifications, NCDEQ lead guidelines, OSHA, UL, ASME, and AGA certifications. The contract also emphasizes requirements for insurance, confidentiality, conflict of interest disclosures, MWBE participation, and employment verification through E-Verify, ensuring a comprehensive framework for responsible contractor engagement.