Renovation of a municipal facility in Carrboro, North Carolina. Completed plans call for the renovation of a municipal facility.

The Town of Carrboro is seeking informal bids for the remodel of a restroom facility located at the Public Works Building at 100 Public Works Drive, Carrboro, NC 27510. The work involves converting an existing single-stall restroom and adjacent two showers into a new ADA-compliant two-stall restroom. The project includes demolition, plumbing, framing, flooring, fixtures, lighting, and finishes. One section of wall to be removed and reconfigured is likely load bearing. The building will remain occupied throughout the project. Work and schedule must be coordinated with Project Manager. All work must meet all applicable building codes and ADA requirements. Applicable permits will be responsibility of the contractor. See attached proposed drawing for reference. LAST QUESTIONS DATE: 4/11/25 by 3:00 PM (EST) Questions and requests for clarification must be submitted to Project Manager by this time and date. Scope of Work The selected contractor will be responsible for the following work: 1. Demolition: o Demolition and removal of the existing single-stall restroom and two showers, including existing CMU and wood framed walls, plumbing and all related fixtures. 2. Plumbing: o Cutting and patching of the concrete slab to install new plumbing for two stalls, including necessary drainage and water lines. 3. Framing and Construction: o Framing of new walls to accommodate a new two-stall restroom with proper ADA clearances and requirements. o Address structural requirements as needed for reconfigured walls. 4. Flooring: o Installation of new VCT or similar flooring throughout the restroom area. 5. Fixtures and Hardware: o Installation of new plumbing fixtures, including ADA-compliant toilets, sinks, faucets, and all necessary connections. 6. Toilet Partitions: o Installation of new ADA-compliant toilet partitions, ensuring privacy and accessibility. 7. Mechanical, Electrical, and Lighting: o Installation of new ducted exhaust fan, lighting fixtures, motion sensor switch, and electric outlet. Electrical work will include necessary wiring and connections. 8. Finishes: o Application of all required finishes including paint, trim, and other touch-ups to complete the project to a high standard of quality. North Carolina statutes provide a flexible methodology for municipalities to receive bids without the formal bid process required by GS 143-128.2 and GS 143-129. For projects over $500,000, the state requires a formal bid process. The Town of Carrboro has elected to be more restrictive than the state statutes and requires a formal bid process for projects costing $300,000 or more. For informal bid projects, the Town invites individual businesses to submit bids for the project. The policies of the Town prohibit discrimination against any person or business in pursuit of business opportunities on the basis of age, sex, race, creed, national origin, disability or on the basis of sexual orientation or gender expression/identity. The Town promotes fair and open competitive solicitation process, wherever practicable. Attached drawings are for reference only. It is responsibility of the bidder to confirm all dimensions and existing conditions. Winning bidder agrees to enter into a contract with the Town of Carrboro for the work detailed in this request. Please see the attached standard service agreement for contract terms and conditions. All inquiries for information concerning Instructions for this informal bid process should be directed to: ChazOffenburg, Finance Director coffenburg@carrboronc.gov 919-918-7345 Questions Related to Construction, Scheduling, Materials, and Specifications: Mike Johnson, Capital Projects Manager mjohnson@carrboronc.gov 919-918-7424 Question Deadline 05/12/2025 at 3:00 PM ET