Polk County Community Recreation Facility Construction - GMP #03 - 25.091 - 2026
Polk CountyCounty · Polk County, NC- Due
- Sep 17, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 9, 2026
- Primary contact
- Eric Pond
- (919) 931-0969
The 30-second brief
J.M. Cope, Inc., serving as Construction Manager at Risk for Polk County, is seeking prequalified trade and specialty contractors to submit sealed bids for various bid packages for the construction of the new Polk County Community Recreation Facility located in Columbus, NC. The project encompasses the new construction of a two-story, 24,765 sq ft Pre-Engineered Recreational Facility featuring an additional 7,585 sq ft of aquatics space on an approximately 6.58-acre site, including Aquatic Spaces, a Gymnasium equipped for pickleball, basketball, and volleyball, Locker Rooms, Multi-Purpose/Flexible work out spaces, Studios, Wellness Areas, Office/Admin, and Common Areas. Bid packages include General Trades, Concrete, Masonry, Structural & Misc. Steel, Dampproofing/Waterproofing/Sealants, Doors/Frames/Hardware, Storefront/Glazing, Drywall/Framing/ACT, Wood Flooring, Resilient Flooring/Carpet/Tile, Painting, Toilet Specialties, Signage, Operable Partitions, Aluminum Canopies, Athletic Equipment, Window Treatments, Finished Carpentry & Casework, Elevators, Swimming Pool, PEMB Erection & Insulation, Retractable Roof Structure, Fire Protection, Plumbing, HVAC, Electrical, Concrete Paving & Sidewalks, Fences & Gates, and Landscaping. Submission deadlines are scheduled for Thursday, September 17, 2026, at 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM depending on the specific bid package. Bid bonds are required on all packages meeting or exceeding $300,000, and Performance and Payment Bonds are required on packages exceeding $200,000.
Price, Minority Business participation, Contractor qualifications, Schedule adherence
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Summary
J.M. Cope, Inc., serving as Construction Manager at Risk for Polk County, is seeking prequalified trade and specialty contractors to submit sealed bids for various bid packages for the construction of the new Polk County Community Recreation Facility located in Columbus, NC. The project encompasses the new construction of a two-story, 24,765 sq ft Pre-Engineered Recreational Facility featuring an additional 7,585 sq ft of aquatics space on an approximately 6.58-acre site, including Aquatic Spaces, a Gymnasium equipped for pickleball, basketball, and volleyball, Locker Rooms, Multi-Purpose/Flexible work out spaces, Studios, Wellness Areas, Office/Admin, and Common Areas.
Bid packages include General Trades, Concrete, Masonry, Structural & Misc. Steel, Dampproofing/Waterproofing/Sealants, Doors/Frames/Hardware, Storefront/Glazing, Drywall/Framing/ACT, Wood Flooring, Resilient Flooring/Carpet/Tile, Painting, Toilet Specialties, Signage, Operable Partitions, Aluminum Canopies, Athletic Equipment, Window Treatments, Finished Carpentry & Casework, Elevators, Swimming Pool, PEMB Erection & Insulation, Retractable Roof Structure, Fire Protection, Plumbing, HVAC, Electrical, Concrete Paving & Sidewalks, Fences & Gates, and Landscaping. Submission deadlines are scheduled for Thursday, September 17, 2026, at 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM depending on the specific bid package. Bid bonds are required on all packages meeting or exceeding $300,000, and Performance and Payment Bonds are required on packages exceeding $200,000.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Price
- Minority Business participation
- Contractor qualifications
- Schedule adherence
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
12- Bid Bond
- Separate envelope for Bid Bond
- Executed Subcontract
- Certificate of Insurance
- W-9
- Payment & Performance Bond
- List of sub-tier subcontractors and suppliers
- Site specific safety manual
- Haz-com program
- SDS sheets
- Equipment certifications
- Operator cards
- Submit to
- https://projects.pipelinesuite.com/ehPipelineSubs/dspOpenProject/projectID/375432
- Scope location
- Columbus, NC
- Projected sq ft
- 32,350 sq ft
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Polk County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 17, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://projects.pipelinesuite.com/ehPipelineSubs/dspOpenProject/projectID/375432. For questions, contact Eric Pond.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Polk 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 Eric Pond at (919) 931-0969. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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, Minority Business participation, Contractor qualifications, Schedule adherence" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Polk County?
All active and historical solicitations from Polk County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Polk 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, Separate envelope for Bid Bond, Executed Subcontract, Certificate of Insurance, W-9, Payment & Performance Bond, List of sub-tier subcontractors and suppliers, Site specific safety manual, H. Review the full document from Polk 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: Columbus, NC. The total projected area is 32350 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.