Description
The North Carolina Department of Information Technology (NCDIT) is seeking a single‑prime contractor to replace three UPS battery strings that support an 825 kVA UPS system at the Eastern Data Center. The work includes removal of existing battery modules, installation of new battery strings, testing, and commissioning to ensure continuous power reliability for critical data center operations. All proposals must be submitted as lump‑sum bids, include required minority‑business participation forms, and be accompanied by a 5 % bid bond or cash deposit, as well as performance and payment bonds for the full contract amount. Licensure as a General Contractor (or appropriate trade license under NC statutes) is mandatory. Bids are due September 15, 2026, with a pre‑bid meeting on September 2, 2026.
• Scope: Replace three UPS battery strings for 825 kVA UPS.
• Contract type: Single‑prime, sealed, lump‑sum construction contract.
• Mandatory documentation: Minority‑business participation forms, Affidavit A/B, bid bond (5 %).
• Licensing: Must hold a valid NC General Contractor license (or applicable trade license).
• Bonds: 100 % performance and payment bonds required.
• Payment terms: 95 % of monthly estimates, final payment upon completion/acceptance.
• Pre‑bid meeting: September 2, 2026, 10:00 am, Raleigh, NC (open, not mandatory).
• Submission deadline: September 15, 2026, 2:00 pm (sealed proposals).