Design-Build Climbing Wall Reconstruction RFQ (Resolicitation)

The Town of Chapel Hill awarded a design‑build contract to Eldorado Climbing Walls for the reconstruction of the climbing wall at the Chapel Hill Community Center. The scope includes demolition of the existing structure, full architectural and engineering design, permitting, construction of a new multi‑zone climbing wall (bouldering, top‑rope, lead‑climbing), ADA compliance, installation of safety accessories, and construction administration. The contract is budgeted at up to $800,000 and runs for the FY2026‑FY2029 period. The procurement was conducted via an open RFQ with a re‑solicitation after the initial solicitation failed to attract sufficient responses. • Design‑build delivery: one vendor provides both design and construction services. • Project budget: ≤ $800,000 with performance and payment bonds required for contracts > $300 k. • Schedule: SOQ submittals due Feb 3 2026; construction expected March 16 2026 – June 1 2026. • Minority participation: 10 % target for HUB/minority‑owned subcontractors, though not a formal set‑aside.