Description
The City of Wilmington is seeking a qualified contractor to repair and refurbish the aluminum handrails along the Riverwalk South segment (Nun Street to Dock Street). The work includes removing deteriorated sections, installing new aluminum plates to secure railings to existing wooden posts, and applying a protective coating system to the handrail hardware. The solicitation requires a North Carolina Chapter 87 contractor, mandates a good‑faith effort to subcontract at least 14 % of the contract value to minority‑ or disadvantaged‑owned businesses, and specifies a 90‑day bid guarantee. Bids were originally due August 8, 2024, later extended to August 15, 2024. Three firms have submitted sealed bids, and a certified bid tab has been issued. No contract value was disclosed in the solicitation.
• Scope: aluminum handrail repair, plate installation, and shop‑applied protective coating.
• Eligibility: NC Chapter 87 licensed contractors; 14 % MBE/DBE subcontracting goal.
• Timeline: Pre‑bid conference July 11, 2024; final bid deadline August 15, 2024; bid opening same day.