Buncombe County Schools - Sewer UV Lining Unit Price System - County Wide - RFP 13-26
Buncombe County SchoolsSchool · Asheville, NC- Due
- Jul 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Sam Interlicchia
- (828) 255-5921
The 30-second brief
Buncombe County Schools seeks sealed proposals from North Carolina licensed contractors to provide all labor, materials, equipment, supervision, traffic control, and incidentals necessary for a Sewer UV Lining Unit Price System across county-wide properties on an as-needed basis. The project encompasses 4-inch up to 8-inch diameter pipe sizes, main line UV lining, tap reinstatements, CIPP point repairs, mechanical bypass pumping, CCTV inspection, and CIPP liner materials (3-mil CIPP liner in 4-inch, 6-inch, and 8-inch sizes). Bids are due by July 22, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST at Buncombe County Schools Purchasing Department, 175 Bingham Road, Asheville, NC 28806. Written questions are due by July 9, 2026, at 3:00 PM. The initial contract term is one year, with two potential one-year extensions, totaling three years. Contractors must comply with E-Verify, background checks, NC General Contractor licensing, and carry comprehensive insurance including a 5% bid bond for projects of $300,000 or more, performance and payment bonds, and a 10% HUB minority business utilization goal. Award will be based on the responsive bid offering the lowest price meeting specifications.
Main Line UV Lining, Tap Reinstatements, CIPP Point Repair, Mechanical Bypass Pumping, Materials (4-inch, 3 mil CIPP Liner; 6-inch, 3 mil CIPP Liner; 8-inch, 3 mil CIPP Liner), CCTV Inspection
Price, past performance, references, financial documents
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Summary
Buncombe County Schools seeks sealed proposals from North Carolina licensed contractors to provide all labor, materials, equipment, supervision, traffic control, and incidentals necessary for a Sewer UV Lining Unit Price System across county-wide properties on an as-needed basis.
The project encompasses 4-inch up to 8-inch diameter pipe sizes, main line UV lining, tap reinstatements, CIPP point repairs, mechanical bypass pumping, CCTV inspection, and CIPP liner materials (3-mil CIPP liner in 4-inch, 6-inch, and 8-inch sizes). Bids are due by July 22, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST at Buncombe County Schools Purchasing Department, 175 Bingham Road, Asheville, NC 28806. Written questions are due by July 9, 2026, at 3:00 PM. The initial contract term is one year, with two potential one-year extensions, totaling three years. Contractors must comply with E-Verify, background checks, NC General Contractor licensing, and carry comprehensive insurance including a 5% bid bond for projects of $300,000 or more, performance and payment bonds, and a 10% HUB minority business utilization goal. Award will be based on the responsive bid offering the lowest price meeting specifications.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Price
- Past performance
- References
- Financial documents
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Main Line UV Lining, Tap Reinstatements, CIPP Point Repair, Mechanical Bypass Pumping, Materials (4-inch, 3 mil CIPP Liner
- 6-inch, 3 mil CIPP Liner
- 8-inch, 3 mil CIPP Liner), CCTV Inspection
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Bid Proposal Form
- Certification of Financial Condition attachment
- Customer Reference Form
- Bid Bond
- NC Minority Business (HUB Forms)
- Submit to
- Buncombe County Board of Education, Attn: Purchasing Office, 175 Bingham Road, Asheville, NC 28806
- Scope location
- Asheville, NC
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Buncombe County Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 22, 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: Buncombe County Board of Education, Attn: Purchasing Office, 175 Bingham Road, Asheville, NC 28806. For questions, contact Sam Interlicchia.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Buncombe County 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 RFP 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 Sam Interlicchia at (828) 255-5921. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Main Line UV Lining, Tap Reinstatements, CIPP Point Repair, Mechanical Bypass Pumping, Materials (4-inch, 3 mil CIPP Liner; 6-inch, 3 mil CIPP Liner; 8-inch, 3 mil CIPP Liner), CCTV Inspection. 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: "Price, past performance, references, financial documents" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Buncombe County Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Buncombe County Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Buncombe County 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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 Proposal Form, Certification of Financial Condition attachment, Customer Reference Form, Bid Bond, NC Minority Business (HUB Forms). Review the full document from Buncombe County 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.