Sealed bids are requested for demolition and abatement services for various properties. Bids are due by July 17, 2026. Properties may contain asbestos-containing material (ACM). Contractors must obtain permits, handle debris disposal, and restore sites. Liquidated damages of $100 per day apply for exceeding deadlines. A bid bond of 5% is required. Performance and payment bonds will be required after award. Payment terms are net 30 days. Vendors must register on bidnetdirect. com.
All demolition work shall begin within thirty 30 days or sooner of the notice to proceed/purchase order being given to the contractor, and the property completely cleared of debris within seven 7 days of the work beginning of each property. The property must be seeded and covered with straw within ten 10 working days after the buildings are removed. for each day in excess of the deadline, the contractor shall pay the city the sum of 100 per day as liquidated damages.
Payment terms are net not later than 30 days after receipt of a correct invoice or acceptance of goods, whichever is later. Invoices are preferred by the city to be sent by email to ***@***. *. *
Vendor warrants to the city that all items furnished will be new unless otherwise specifically requested in this RFP, of good material and workmanship, and vendor agrees to replace any items which fail to comply with the specifications by reason of defective material or workmanship under normal use, free of city's negligence or accident for a minimum of 90 days from date of acceptance. Vendor shall assign to the city all third party warranties applicable to such deliverables.
Abatement/demolition bids shall be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder, taking into consideration quality and performance. All qualified proposals/bids will be evaluated and award made to the firms whose proposal/bid is deemed to be in the best interest of the city of Wilson, all factors considered.
The vendor must be in sound financial condition, have no outstanding liabilities to the IRS or any other government entity, be current in all tax payments and employment contributions, and not be the subject of any current or past litigation that may impact their ability to fulfill the contract. o bids will be accepted from contractors who, in the past have violated dumping regulations, failed to timely complete city of Wilson demolition projects, or have contributed to the blight of the city of Wilson.
For each day in excess of the deadline, the contractor shall pay the city the sum of $100 per day as liquidated damages. Liquidated damages shall be compensated for damages suffered by the city and shall not be interpreted as a fine or penalty.
The city reserves the right to inspect, at a reasonable time, the equipment, item, plant or other facilities of a prospective vendor prior to contract award, and during the contract term as necessary for the city's determination that such equipment, item, plant or other facilities conform with the specifications/requirements and are adequate and suitable for the proper and effective performance of the contract. The city reserves the right to inspect, at a reasonable time, the equipment, item, plant or other facilities of a prospective vendor prior to contract award. . .
Bids will not be accepted from contractors who have violated dumping regulations, failed to timely complete demolition projects, or contributed to the blight of the city. Non-compliance with federal regulations can lead to debarment. The contractor shall comply with all laws, ordinances, codes, rules, regulations, and licensing requirements that are applicable to the conduct of its business and its performance in accordance with the contract. . .
