City of Asheville Parking Garage Capital Repairs Prequalification - 298-FY27-CAM-PREQUAL-ParkingGarage2027 (2026)
City of AshevilleCity · Asheville, NC- Due
- Nov 13, 2026
- 15 days left
- Posted
- Oct 19, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Nicole George
The 30-second brief
The City of Asheville is seeking prequalification submissions from prime contractors for the Parking Garage Capital Repairs - HCCA & Biltmore project, identified by Project Number 298-FY27-CAM-PREQUAL-ParkingGarage2027. The scope of work includes structural repair and restoration at two public parking garages: Harrah’s Cherokee Center Asheville (HCCA) located at 68 Rankin Ave. and Biltmore Avenue Parking Garage located at 60 S. Lexington Ave. Work involves removal of existing traffic coatings and topping treatments, removal of corrosion from steel components, removal of spalled concrete, concrete crack repair, structural connection reinforcement, installation of new traffic coatings, waterproofing sealers, concrete joint sealants, expansion joints, stair assembly replacement, guardrail and decorative infill panel installation, painting, and striping. The estimated construction cost is $7 million with a 12-month duration starting March 2027 following a January 2027 bid date. Prequalification submissions are due by November 13, 2026, at 3:00pm, with questions due by October 28, 2026. Submissions require a surety letter, insurance certificate, balance sheet, licensing information, and OSHA logs, evaluated against a 128-point scale requiring 85 minimum points.
Licensing Information, Type of Work, Bonding, Insurance, Financials, Experience, Size/Capacity/Workload, Office Locations, Litigation/Claims, Safety Record, Project Superintendent and Project Manager Experience, Similar Projects Experience, Construction Management capabilities (128 Total Maximum Points Available, 85 Points Minimum required)
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Summary
The City of Asheville is seeking prequalification submissions from prime contractors for the Parking Garage Capital Repairs - HCCA & Biltmore project, identified by Project Number 298-FY27-CAM-PREQUAL-ParkingGarage2027.
The scope of work includes structural repair and restoration at two public parking garages: Harrah’s Cherokee Center Asheville (HCCA) located at 68 Rankin Ave. and Biltmore Avenue Parking Garage located at 60 S. Lexington Ave. Work involves removal of existing traffic coatings and topping treatments, removal of corrosion from steel components, removal of spalled concrete, concrete crack repair, structural connection reinforcement, installation of new traffic coatings, waterproofing sealers, concrete joint sealants, expansion joints, stair assembly replacement, guardrail and decorative infill panel installation, painting, and striping. The estimated construction cost is $7 million with a 12-month duration starting March 2027 following a January 2027 bid date. Prequalification submissions are due by November 13, 2026, at 3:00pm, with questions due by October 28, 2026. Submissions require a surety letter, insurance certificate, balance sheet, licensing information, and OSHA logs, evaluated against a 128-point scale requiring 85 minimum points.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Licensing Information, Type of Work, Bonding, Insurance, Financials, Experience, Size/Capacity/Workload, Office Locations, Litigation/Claims, Safety Record, Project Superintendent and Project Manager Experience, Similar Projects Experience, Construction Management capabilities (128 Total Maximum Points Available, 85 Points Minimum required)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Prequalification Assessment Application Form
- Surety letter
- Insurance certificate
- Balance sheet and income statement
- OSHA 300 Log
- Resumes for Project Superintendent and Project Manager
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Asheville, NC
Questions about this RFSOQ
How do I respond to this RFSOQ from City of Asheville?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 13, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Nicole George.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFSOQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Asheville 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 RFSOQ 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?
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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: "Licensing Information, Type of Work, Bonding, Insurance, Financials, Experience, Size/Capacity/Workload, Office Locations, Litigation/Claims, Safety Record, Project Superintendent and Project Manager..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
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What documents are required to bid on this RFSOQ?
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: Prequalification Assessment Application Form, surety letter, insurance certificate, balance sheet and income statement, OSHA 300 Log, resumes for Project Superintendent and Project Manager. Review the full document from City of Asheville 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.