Buncombe County Schools Sewer UV Lining Unit Price System - County Wide - RFP # 13-26 - Second Rebid 2026
Buncombe County SchoolsSchool · Asheville, NC- Due
- Aug 19, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 11, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Sam C. Interlicchia
- (828) 255-5921
The 30-second brief
Buncombe County Schools seeks proposals for a county-wide unit price contract for sewer UV lining services across various school properties. The scope of work includes Cured-In-Place Pipe (CIPP) installation, main line UV lining for pipe sizes from 4-inch up to 8-inch diameters with 2 access points, tap reinstatements, CIPP point repairs, bypass pumping, close circuit television (CCTV) inspection, and cleaning and preparation. The contract term is three years, beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2029, with an initial one-year term and two one-year renewal options upon mutual agreement. Bids are due by August 19, 2026, at 2:00 PM at the Buncombe County Schools Purchasing Department located at 175 Bingham Road, Asheville, NC 28806. Bidders must be properly licensed by the State of NC General Contractors Licensing Board. A bid bond or deposit (5% of the bid amount) is required for projects of $300,000 or more.
Main Line UV Lining, Tap Reinstatements, CIPP Point Repair, Mechanical Bypass Pumping, Materials 4-inch 3 mil CIPP Liner, Materials 6-inch 3 mil CIPP Liner, Materials 8-inch 3 mil CIPP Liner, CCTV Inspection
Lowest price that meets the specifications provided herein, past performance, references, financial documents
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Summary
Buncombe County Schools seeks proposals for a county-wide unit price contract for sewer UV lining services across various school properties.
The scope of work includes Cured-In-Place Pipe (CIPP) installation, main line UV lining for pipe sizes from 4-inch up to 8-inch diameters with 2 access points, tap reinstatements, CIPP point repairs, bypass pumping, close circuit television (CCTV) inspection, and cleaning and preparation. The contract term is three years, beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2029, with an initial one-year term and two one-year renewal options upon mutual agreement. Bids are due by August 19, 2026, at 2:00 PM at the Buncombe County Schools Purchasing Department located at 175 Bingham Road, Asheville, NC 28806. Bidders must be properly licensed by the State of NC General Contractors Licensing Board. A bid bond or deposit (5% of the bid amount) is required for projects of $300,000 or more.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Lowest price that meets the specifications provided herein
- Past performance
- References
- Financial documents
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Main Line UV Lining
- Tap Reinstatements
- CIPP Point Repair
- Mechanical Bypass Pumping
- Materials 4-inch 3 mil CIPP Liner
- Materials 6-inch 3 mil CIPP Liner
- Materials 8-inch 3 mil CIPP Liner
- CCTV Inspection
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Bid Proposal Form
- Certification of Financial Condition attachment
- Customer Reference Form
- Bid Bond
- Submit to
- Buncombe County Board of Education, Attn: Purchasing Office, 175 Bingham Road, Asheville, NC 28806
- Duration
- 36 months
- 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 August 19, 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 C. 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 C. 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, Materials 6-inch 3 mil CIPP Liner, Materials 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: "Lowest price that meets the specifications provided herein, 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. 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.