Description
The City of Wilmington is seeking qualified contractors to repair and refurbish the aluminum handrails along the south segment of its Riverwalk, spanning Nun Street to Dock Street. Work includes repairing existing handrails, installing new aluminum plates to secure railings to wooden posts, and applying a three‑layer protective coating system (primer, intermediate, and advanced thermoset fluoropolymer finish) supplied primarily by Tnemec. Bidders must be licensed under North Carolina Chapter 87, submit a single‑prime sealed bid, and demonstrate a good‑faith effort to subcontract at least 14 % of the contract value to minority‑owned businesses. The bid deadline was extended to August 15, 2024 at 3:00 PM, and the bid tab shows three competitive offers ranging from roughly $696 k to $771 k. Key points:
• Scope – aluminum handrail repair, new plate installation, and shop‑applied protective coating.
• Requirements – NC Chapter 87 contractor license, 90‑day bid guarantee, 14 % MBE/DBE subcontract goal, single‑prime bids only.
• Timeline – pre‑bid conference July 11, 2024; bid submission deadline August 15, 2024; warranty: 3‑year workmanship, 15‑year manufacturer coating warranty.