Subsurface Utility Locating and Surveying

The contract requires the performance of subsurface utility locating using ground penetrating radar and electromagnetic detection methods, combined with precise alignment surveying, to ensure accurate placement of HDPE piping and to identify and avoid conflicts with existing underground utilities. This work is critical for pre-construction planning and must be executed with a high degree of accuracy to mitigate risks of damage, service disruptions, and project delays. The services are to be carried out under a subcontract arrangement for the North Carolina System Office Design/Construction agency, with the work scope focused on infrastructure projects within the state. All tasks must be completed in accordance with industry standards for utility detection and surveying to ensure safety and compliance. The solicitation was posted on May 11, 2026, and responses are due by May 26, 2026, with the North Carolina agency managing the procurement under NAICS code 541370 for engineering services. While specific locations for performance are not detailed, the work will occur across sites within North Carolina where HDPE pipe installation is planned. The contract emphasizes technical expertise in utility detection and surveying, with no set-aside provisions specified, indicating open competition among qualified subcontractors. Interested parties must submit proposals before the deadline to be considered for award under this solicitation.