Renovation of the Polk County Welcome Center, Rest Area & Vending Facility on I‑26

This solicitation seeks a contractor to renovate the Polk County Welcome Center, associated rest area, and vending facility along I‑26. The work involves interior and exterior building upgrades, mechanical/electrical/plumbing improvements, accessibility enhancements, and possibly site‑side upgrades to the rest‑area amenities. The project is state‑funded, requires electronic‑only bidding via Bid Express, and mandates inclusion on the Interested Parties List by March 23, 2026. No pre‑bid meeting is scheduled, so all inquiries must be submitted in writing before the bidding deadline. • Scope: demolition, repairs, painting, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, ADA compliance, and vending‑area upgrades for a highway welcome center. • Location: Polk County, NC, on Interstate 26. • Procurement: electronic invitation for bid; lowest responsive bidder wins; DBE participation statements required. • Critical dates: IPL registration by 3/23/2026; bid submission by 2:00 PM on 3/24/2026; bid opening shortly thereafter at Division 14 office.