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This is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) from Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools for the replacement of one DX split unit AHU2 with a new rooftop unit at West Forsyth High School. The bid number is **** inquiries should be directed to Carlos Sanders. The pre-bid issue date is 4/12/2026. The bid due date and opening date is April 15, 2026, at 2:30 PM. A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held on April 1, 2026, at 11:00 AM at the project location. Bids submitted via facsimile will not be accepted. Bidders are responsible for reading the entire document, reviewing all enclosures, and complying with all requirements. Any discrepancies must be brought to the attention of the WSFCS Capital Projects Coordinator in writing prior to the bid. Bidders must become familiar with local conditions and correlate personal observations with contract documents. Prior to visiting the site for additional pre-bid inspections, bidders must notify the owner's agent at least 48 hours but not more than 96 hours in advance. Deviations from specifications must be clearly identified in the bid. Bids can be withdrawn prior to the scheduled opening time. Contract documents can only be altered by written addendum. Information to be furnished with the bid includes notes taken at the project site and bid deviations. The General Conditions of the Contract for Construction are as defined in AIA Document A201, **** edition. Contractors must have a valid North Carolina trade license. Performance or payment bonds are required for projects in excess of $150,**** requirements are also specified. Clarifications, interpretations, and questions must be addressed to Carlos Sanders at least 5 business days prior to the bid due date. The contractor is responsible for all permits and for providing turnkey installation. The installation must be completed and operational by August 1, 2026, if mechanical components are available by May 1, 2026. The contractor must also reinstall interior and exterior trim, replace any damaged trim or ceiling tiles, and install caulk or sealant around penetrations. Copies of general liability and workers' compensation insurance are required. The contractor is responsible for all debts incurred related to employees, subcontractors, leased equipment, or materials. Change orders must be in writing and approved by the school system. The contractor is responsible for cleaning up all materials and debris daily. Tobacco use is prohibited on school property. All construction must meet current North Carolina building codes and OSHA, state, and local laws and rules. Contractors must check in at the school office upon arrival. Alternates used for products must be submitted in writing and approved by the owner. The base bid is to replace one DX split unit AHU2 with a new rooftop unit. Work construction starts after award within 14 days, with a work completion date of 120 days after all equipment is delivered or as agreed with the owner. No demolition of working equipment shall take place until new equipment is delivered. Bidders are encouraged to obtain a minimum of 10% MWBE participation. Bidders must submit the identification of a minority business participation list and affidavit A or B. Confidential information will be kept confidential if identified as such, but cost information is not confidential. The intent of the specifications is to describe the quality and type of system required for a safe, complete, and fully workable system. Work shall comply with applicable codes, laws, and regulations. Submittals require 7 calendar days for review by the WSFCS Capital Projects Director. Quality control requires a completed and operable system free of defects. Rigging and handling are the contractor's responsibility. Assembly lift plans are required for lifts involving cranes or other mechanized equipment. Alternatives or modifications will be considered if they meet specific conditions and are approved in writing. All systems prov
The contractor shall have the installation completed and operational by August 1, 2026, if the mechanical components are available by May 1, 2026.
The bid notice does not explicitly state the payment terms. However, it mentions that invoices should clearly list the purchase order and school name, and lack of this information may result in delayed payment.
The bid notice does not explicitly state the warranty period or terms.
The bid will be awarded based on total price only. The price breakdown is for information only.
All contractors must have a proper and valid license governing their respective trades under the State of North Carolina laws. The bid notice also mentions that the owner will consider all bids and alternates and determine the lowest responsible, responsive bidder.
The bid notice does not explicitly detail penalties for non-compliance or delays, but it does mention that the owner reserves the right to cancel any contract with at least a thirty (30) day written notice.
An initial pre-bid meeting is mandatory and is to be held at **** Lewisville Clemmons Rd, Clemmons, NC **** on April 1, 2026, at 11:00 am. Additionally, each bidder is required to notify the owner's agent at least 48 hours but not more than 96 hours in advance of visiting the site for additional pre-bid inspections.
The bid notice does not mention any requirement for sample submission.
The bid notice does not specify a deadline for challenging the bid or award.