Transport Load Autogas Propane Fueling Station

Albemarle Regional Health Services, doing business as the Inter-County Public Transportation Authority, is soliciting bids for a complete turnkey solution to install an 18,000-gallon skid-mounted autogas propane fueling station in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. The scope of work encompasses the entire project lifecycle, including engineering, permitting, equipment supply, construction, and installation. Key technical requirements include the pouring of a tank pad, the installation of approximately 250 feet of underground electrical wiring connected to the facility generator transfer switch, and the implementation of a full emergency shutdown system. The successful contractor must provide sealed engineered drawings, comprehensive on-site training for personnel, and final documentation such as as-built drawings and operation and maintenance manuals. The contract is subject to rigorous federal and state compliance standards, including NFPA 58, the National Electrical Code, and the North Carolina Fire Code. Because the project involves federal funding, bidders must adhere to FTA requirements, Buy America certifications for steel and manufactured products, and Davis-Bacon prevailing wage standards. Award selection is based on a 100-point system evaluating cost, technical compliance, system design, and the proposed delivery timeline, with the award going to the highest-scoring responsible bidder. Sealed bids must be submitted to Cody Copeland by September 30, 2026, at 2:00 PM local time, and must include evidence of authority to do business in North Carolina, project references, and various federal certifications regarding debarment, lobbying, and E-Verify compliance.