This is a Request for Bids (RFB) from Concord University for the installation of a new Direct Outside Air System (DOAS) unit on the science wing of the administration building. The bid is due on May 27, 2026, by 2:00 PM. Questions regarding the RFB are due by May 18, 2026, by 4:00 PM. The RFB and any addenda will be posted on the Concord University RFB webpage. Vendors must submit proposals electronically or by mail/hand delivery. Key requirements include vendor qualifications, experience, a detailed description of how the work will be conducted, and a proposed schedule. The proposal will be evaluated on a 100-point scale, with 50 points for services, 30 points for price, and 20 points for qualifications, experience, and company background. Vendors must also provide a bid bond, performance bond, and labor and material payment bond. Trane equipment and controls are preferred, but other equipment replacements must be approved. The contract term is initially three years, with potential for renewal. The state is exempt from federal and state taxes.
The proposal due date is May 27, 2026, at 2:00 PM. The RFB document states, proposal due date: ****.
The bid notice states, Payments for goods/services will be made in arrears only upon receipt of a proper invoice, detailing the goods/services provided or receipt of the goods/services, whichever is later.
The vendor expressly warrants that the goods and/or services covered by this contract will: a conform to the specifications, drawings, samples, or other description furnished or specified by the commission/institution b be merchantable and fit for the purpose intended and c be free from defect in material and workmanship.
The bid notice states, The proposal will be evaluated on a one hundred 100 point scale with points assigned as outlined below. . . Award will be made to the bidder receiving the highest point total.
Vendors must provide a statement of qualifications of individuals to be assigned direct responsibility for the services, describe the experience of key personnel, describe the firm's size, and describe any related experience.
The bid notice mentions liquidated damages, stating, Vendor shall pay liquidated damages in the amount specified below or as described in the specifications: for . liquidated damages contained in the specifications. liquidated damages are not included in this contract.
The bid notice indicates, A prebid meeting will not be held prior to bid opening. However, it does not explicitly mention a site visit requirement.
The question deadline is May 18, 2026, by 4:00 PM. The bid notice states, question submission deadline: May 18, 2026 by 4:00 pm.