County of Cumberland - Crown Complex Expo Center Chiller Replacement - 2026
- Due
- May 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- Amanda Lee
- (910) 678-7635
The 30-second brief
Cumberland County Engineering & Infrastructure Department is soliciting informal bids for the Cumberland County Expo Center - Chiller Replacement project located at 1960 Coliseum Dr, Fayetteville, NC 28306 (TWC Project #: 2877-R). The work includes HVAC modifications, centrifugal water chillers, electrical power and lighting alterations, refrigerant detection and alarms, and associated piping and insulation while keeping existing systems in operation. Bids are due by 1:45 PM on May 15, 2026. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for 2:30 PM on May 7, 2026, at the project site. The project requires a bid bond, performance and payment bonds, and a 15% MWBE participation goal under North Carolina General Statutes Section 143-131.
Air cooled chillers, Pumps, Electrical equipment, Piping and accessories, Valves, Pipe hangers and supports, Piping insulation and jacketing, Building automation system, Instrumentation, Pipe expansion compensators, Mechanical identification, Vibration isolation, Equipment insulation, Hydronic specialties, Variable speed drives, Testing and balancing
Price, MWBE participation, contractor qualifications and licensing
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Summary
Cumberland County Engineering & Infrastructure Department is soliciting informal bids for the Cumberland County Expo Center - Chiller Replacement project located at 1960 Coliseum Dr, Fayetteville, NC 28306 (TWC Project #: 2877-R).
The work includes HVAC modifications, centrifugal water chillers, electrical power and lighting alterations, refrigerant detection and alarms, and associated piping and insulation while keeping existing systems in operation. Bids are due by 1:45 PM on May 15, 2026. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for 2:30 PM on May 7, 2026, at the project site. The project requires a bid bond, performance and payment bonds, and a 15% MWBE participation goal under North Carolina General Statutes Section 143-131.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Price
- MWBE participation
- Contractor qualifications and licensing
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
16- Air cooled chillers
- Pumps
- Electrical equipment
- Piping and accessories
- Valves
- Pipe hangers and supports
- Piping insulation and jacketing
- Building automation system
- Instrumentation
- Pipe expansion compensators
- Mechanical identification
- Vibration isolation
- Equipment insulation
- Hydronic specialties
- Variable speed drives
- Testing and balancing
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Bid bond, Proposal form, MWBE forms (Identification of HUB Certified/ Minority Business Participation, Affidavit A, Affidavit B, Affidavit C, Affidavit D)
- Submit to
- Cumberland County Engineering & Infrastructure Department, Room 214, Historic Courthouse, 130 Gillespie Street, Fayetteville, NC 28301
- Scope location
- Fayetteville, NC
- Reported agency
- County of Cumberland
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Cumberland County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 15, 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: Cumberland County Engineering & Infrastructure Department, Room 214, Historic Courthouse, 130 Gillespie Street, Fayetteville, NC 28301. For questions, contact Amanda Lee.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Cumberland County 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 Bid 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 Amanda Lee at (910) 678-7635. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Air cooled chillers, Pumps, Electrical equipment, Piping and accessories, Valves, Pipe hangers and supports, Piping insulation and jacketing, Building automation system, Instrumentation, Pipe expansion compensators, Mechanical identification, Vibration isolation, Equipment insulation, Hydronic speci. 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, MWBE participation, contractor qualifications and licensing" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Cumberland County?
All active and historical solicitations from Cumberland County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Cumberland County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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 bond, Proposal form, MWBE forms (Identification of HUB Certified/ Minority Business Participation, Affidavit A, Affidavit B, Affidavit C, Affidavit D). Review the full document from Cumberland County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Fayetteville, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.