Asheville City Board of Education Sinkhole Repair ITB 2026 - Asheville High School
Asheville City SchoolsSchool · Asheville, NC- Due
- Sep 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 25, 2026
- Duration
- 2 months
- Primary contact
- Donald Penson
- (828) 252-5388
The 30-second brief
The Asheville City Board of Education is soliciting sealed bids for the Asheville High School Sinkhole Repair project. The scope of work generally consists of the removal of existing storm pipes and stormwater manholes, installation of new stormwater manholes, reconnection of existing stormwater conveyance, temporary shoring for construction, repair of existing tecco-mesh, stabilization of slopes, and restoration of surfaces. A mandatory pre-bid conference will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at the project site. Bidders must be licensed contractors in North Carolina and provide a 5% bid bond. The project must be completed within 45 consecutive calendar days after the Notice to Proceed. Bids are due by 2:00 PM on September 24, 2026.
Bid Form, Bid Bond, Minority Business Participation forms, Performance Bond, Payment Bond
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
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Summary
The Asheville City Board of Education is soliciting sealed bids for the Asheville High School Sinkhole Repair project.
The scope of work generally consists of the removal of existing storm pipes and stormwater manholes, installation of new stormwater manholes, reconnection of existing stormwater conveyance, temporary shoring for construction, repair of existing tecco-mesh, stabilization of slopes, and restoration of surfaces. A mandatory pre-bid conference will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at the project site. Bidders must be licensed contractors in North Carolina and provide a 5% bid bond. The project must be completed within 45 consecutive calendar days after the Notice to Proceed. Bids are due by 2:00 PM on September 24, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Bid Form
- Bid Bond
- Minority Business Participation forms
- Performance Bond
- Payment Bond
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Bid Form
- Bid Bond
- Identification of HUB Certified/ Minority Business Participation
- Affidavit A
- Affidavit B
- Submit to
- 85 Mountain St., Asheville, NC 28801
- Scope location
- Asheville, NC
- Reported agency
- Asheville City Board of Education
Questions about this ITB
How do I respond to this ITB from Asheville City Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 24, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 85 Mountain St., Asheville, NC 28801. For questions, contact Donald Penson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this ITB?
Most government agencies, including Asheville City Schools in NC, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the ITB submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Donald Penson at (828) 252-5388. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bid Form, Bid Bond, Minority Business Participation forms, Performance Bond, Payment Bond. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest responsive and responsible bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Asheville City Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Asheville City Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Asheville City Schools regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this ITB?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Bid Form, Bid Bond, Identification of HUB Certified/ Minority Business Participation, Affidavit A, Affidavit B. Review the full document from Asheville City Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Asheville, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.