Description
The City of Wilmington is seeking a qualified contractor to perform annual sidewalk‑maintenance, curb‑and‑gutter, ADA‑compliant ramp, and small‑scale transportation improvements throughout the city. The contract is a single‑prime, unit‑price award with a maximum construction ceiling of $250,000 and requires a North Carolina Chapter 87 contractor’s license. Bidders must demonstrate a good‑faith effort to subcontract at least 14 % of the contract value to minority‑ or disadvantaged‑owned businesses. The solicitation includes a pre‑bid conference on Oct 24 2024 and the most recent bid deadline of Dec 10 2024.
• Scope covers sidewalk repair/replacement, new sidewalk installation, curb & gutter work (including KBI Flexi‑Pave), ADA ramp construction, and small transportation projects.
• Mandatory Chapter 87 license; bids must be sealed and marked with the contract title and license number.
• MBE/DBE subcontracting target of 14 % of the contract dollar value; non‑compliance must be documented as a “good‑faith effort.”
• Unit‑price payment structure; all work to adhere to 2024 NCDOT Roadway Standard Drawings and Specifications.