City of Raleigh, John Chavis Memorial Park – Phase 2 Aquatic Center

JOHN CHAVIS MEMORIAL PARK, AQUATIC CENTER
RE-ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
POSTED: 10/13/2026
CITY BID NUMBER: 274-FY2027-CM-P05R
Project: City of Raleigh, John Chavis Memorial Park - Phase 2 Aquatic Center
Owner: City of Raleigh, North Carolina, Engineering Services Department
Contact: Kevin Roberts, kevin.roberts@raleighnc.gov
CMAR: Barnhill Building Group, LLC
Contact: Dustin Hale, dhale@barnhillcontracting.com
Holt Brothers Construction, LLC
Contact: Jonte Harris, jharris@holtbrothersinc.com
Re-Bid Opening: 2:00 pm, October 20, 2026
Neuse River Room at Walnut Creek Wetland Park
950 Peterson Street, Raleigh, NC 27610
This project proposes the construction of a new two-story aquatic center as part of Phase 2 of the John
Chavis Memorial Park Master Plan. The Phase 2 Aquatic Center project, located alongside the existing
John Chavis Community Center and the historic Allan Herschell Carousel, includes approximately five
acres of site development and construction of a new indoor/outdoor aquatic facility and Heritage Plaza.
The aquatic center will include approximately 25,000 SF of mixed-use interior space consisting of
assembly areas, locker rooms, administrative offices, mechanical and equipment rooms, storage, and
other support spaces. Indoor aquatic amenities include a 3,160 SF competition/lap pool and a 1,400 SF
therapy pool. The outdoor aquatic area will encompass approximately 10,300 SF and feature a 4,600 SF
activity pool with a lazy river, vortex, water recreation area, and a two-story waterslide. The building's
architectural design is highlighted by an overhead oval-shaped perforated metal "crown" that
distinguishes the facility's roofline and references the park's historic carousel. The project also includes
reconfiguration of site parking, upgrades to the Heritage Plaza with a historically inspired public art
installation, repairs to the existing stone bridge, and new connections to the South Park Heritage Trail.
The aquatic center will be a fully sprinklered, steel-framed structure with mixed assembly and business
occupancies. The scope of work includes complete civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical,
plumbing, fire protection, and site utility systems to provide a modern, year-round aquatic facility that
honors the historic legacy of John Chavis Memorial Park while serving the recreational and community
needs of future generations.
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JOHN CHAVIS MEMORIAL PARK, AQUATIC CENTER
Sealed Bids will be received from prequalified subcontractors for the following packages:
Re-bid Day: Tuesday, 10/20/2026 at 2:00 PM
BP0642 - Millwork and Casework
BP0790 - Caulking and Sealant
BP0930 - Ceramic Tile
BP0960 - Resilient Flooring
BP0980 - Acoustical Ceilings
BP1010 - Signage
BP1050 - Lockers
BP1250 - Window Treatments
BP2305 - HVAC T&B
BP2800 - Security
BP3231 - Fences & Gates
The date for the re-bid deadline is October 20, 2026; at 2:00 PM; to be received at the location listed.
Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud for the construction of the Chavis Park Aquatic Center
project. Bid documents are available from the CMAR to Prequalified Bidders. Contact Barnhill | Holt, a
Joint Venture for details at 919.480.4078 or jharris@holtbrothersinc.com, via the LEARN MORE LINK on
the 'Invitation to Bid', by visiting the Barnhill Building Group web page at
[https://www.barnhillcontractingplans.com/#myprojects ]; or contact Marc Marotta at
mmarotta@barnhillcontracting.com.
Bidders must be prequalified and will be required to show evidence that they are licensed to perform the
work in the Bidding Documents as required by North Carolina General Statute, Chapter 87, and the
Instructions to Bidders.
Sealed Bids must be hand-delivered to Barnhill | Holt, Joint Venture to the designated bid opening
location and no later than the time listed above or mailed to Barnhill Building Group's Raleigh office for
receipt on the date prior to the bid date. Bids will be then opened and read aloud after closing bidding at
2:00 PM. All bid forms must be submitted in the sealed envelope labeled for each bid package.
Combined bids should be submitted in separate, sealed envelopes.
After Bids are opened, the Owner and CMAR shall evaluate them in accordance with the methods and
criteria set forth in the Instructions to Bidders. The Owner/City Council reserves the right to waive any
informality or to reject any or all Bids. Unless all Bids are rejected, Award will be made to the lowest
responsible and responsive Bidder, taking into consideration quality, performance and the time specified
in the Bid Form for the performance of the Contract.
Bid Security in the amount of five percent (5%) of the Bid must accompany each Bid and shall be subject
to the conditions provided in the Instruction to Bidders.
City of Raleigh
Janet Cowell, Mayor
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