RCC Shimmer Wall Permanent Repair

Location:	North Carolina
Posted:	Apr 20, 2026
Due:	May 22, 2026
Agency:	State Government of North Carolina
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	J - Maintenance, Repair, and Rebuilding of Equipment Z - Maintenance, Repair or Alteration of Real Property
Solicitation No:	274-2026-RCPAC-12
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Solicitation Number:	274-2026-RCPAC-12
Project Title:	RCC Shimmer Wall Permanent Repair
Description:	The Raleigh Convention Center is soliciting informal bids from qualified contractors to provide all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision necessary to complete permanent structural repairs resulting from a localized fire that occurred on December 1, 2025, at the lower roof section of the Raleigh Convention Center.
Opening Date:	5/22/2026 2:00 PM
Posted Date:	4/21/2026
Status:	Open
Department:	CITY OF RALEIGH


Solicitation Number * 274-2026-RCPAC-12	Department CITY OF RALEIGH	Status Reason Open
Opening Date 2026-05-22T14:00:00.0000000	Posted Date * 2026-04-20T17:50:09.0000000Z	Primary Commodity Code Construction Services
Mandatory Conference/Site Visit — —	Special Instructions OWNER PROJECT MANAGER: Mason Tierney Mason.Tierney@raleighnc.gov	Solicitation Type * Select RFP IFB RFI
Owner Nikolai Merza
Description The Raleigh Convention Center is soliciting informal bids from qualified contractors to provide all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision necessary to complete permanent structural repairs resulting from a localized fire that occurred on December 1, 2025, at the lower roof section of the Raleigh Convention Center.

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CITY OF RALEIGH

Raleigh Convention Center and Performing Arts Complex

Raleigh Convention Center

500 South Salisbury Street,

Raleigh, NC 27601

INFORMAL CONSTRUCTION BID

FOR

RCC Shimmer Wall Permanent Repair

Date of Issue: April 20, 2026

CITY OF RALEIGH

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BID (INFORMAL CONSTRUCTION BID)

BID NUMBER:

274-2026-RCPAC-12

PROJECT NAME:

PROJECT LOCATION:

OWNER:

OWNER ADDRESS:

OWNER PROJECT MANAGER:

RCC Shimmer Wall Permanent Repair

Raleigh Convention Center

500 South Salisbury Street, Raleigh, NC 27601

City of Raleigh

Raleigh Convention Center and Performing Arts Complex

500 South Salisbury Street, Raleigh, NC 27601

Mason Tierney

Mason.Tierney@raleighnc.gov

NOTE: Do not refer or use previously published bid documents.

Pursuant to the General Statutes of North Carolina, Section 143-128 et. seq, contractors are invited to

submit Sealed Single Prime Construction bids providing labor, material, and equipment needed for

entering into a Single Prime Contract.

Pursuant to North Carolina General Statutes §143-131, there will be no public bid opening for this

solicitation. Additionally, the City reserves the right to reject any or all bids and waive informalities.

The scope of work associated with this project is the permanent repair of the Shimmer Wall by removing

existing, damaged wide-flanged beam members, replacing metal decking and cross bracing in kind to

restore the structure to the original design intent. This includes all inspection/permitting fees. All work

is to be performed in accordance with current North Carolina code.

1. Cost Specifications:

Total cost of this project shall be included within the bid package. All labor, materials, equipment, and

permitting fees in relation to the purpose of this project are to be included. Bid proposals shall be for a

single lump sum.

2. Scope/Description of Work:

The Raleigh Convention Center is soliciting informal bids from qualified contractors to provide all

labor, materials, equipment, and supervision necessary to complete permanent structural repairs

resulting from a localized fire that occurred on December 1, 2025, at the lower roof section of the

Raleigh Convention Center.

• A prior assessment was conducted and identified fire-damaged structural components.

Temporary reinforcement measures were previously installed by others to stabilize the

affected beams supporting the shimmer wall. This project includes the implementation

of permanent structural repairs and reinforcement in accordance with the project

drawings and specifications.

• The Contractor’s scope of work shall include, but is not limited to, the following:

• Selective demolition and removal of fire-damaged structural steel members

• Removal and replacement of approximately eight (8) damaged steel beams

• Replacement of cross bracing and associated structural connections

• Installation of new metal roof decking in affected areas

• Welding, anchoring, and installation of structural connections

• Cleaning, surface preparation, and painting of affected structural steel

• Coordination with previously installed temporary reinforcement measures

• Temporary protection, safety measures, and debris containment

• Traffic control and pedestrian management, as required

• Coordination with ongoing facility operations to minimize disruptions

The Contractor shall restore the structural integrity of the affected areas to meet all applicable codes,

standards, and design requirements.

The facility will remain operational during construction. The Contractor shall coordinate all work

activities to maintain safe access and minimize impact to daily operations and scheduled events.

All work shall be performed in accordance with the project drawings, specifications, and applicable

City of Raleigh standards.

The following documents are incorporated by reference and shall be considered part of this

solicitation:

Exhibit A: Raleigh Convention Center Post-Fire Structural Repairs Drawings

Exhibit B: Project Manual / Technical Specifications

3. Submitting Bids:

Bidders are responsible for ensuring delivery of their Bid prior to the deadline stated below.

A paper Bid must be submitted by mail/courier (UPS, Fed-Ex, etc.), or via in person/hand delivery, to

the City Project manager stated above, prior to the due date and time below. No faxed or emailed

bids accepted.

Bids must be received by:

Time:

Date:

Mailing/Delivery Address:

In-Person Drop-Off Times:

In-Person Drop-Off Address:

2:00 PM

May 22, 2026

Raleigh Convention Center and Performing Arts Complex,

Administration Office Suite

Attn: Mason Tierney

500 South Salisbury Street

Raleigh, NC 27601

9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Raleigh Convention Center and Performing Arts Complex,

Administration Office Suite

500 South Salisbury Street

Raleigh, NC 27601

All information related to this solicitation, including any addenda, will be posted to the North Carolina

electronic Vendor Portal (eVP) at https://evp.nc.gov/.

No Bid may be withdrawn for Forty-Five (45) days after opening time.

4. Bidder Requirements:

Bidders/contractors are responsible for distributing documents to all sub-contractors.

Bidders 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.

Pursuant to North Carolina General Statutes §143-128.2 et seq. and §143-131, and in accordancewith

City policy, the City of Raleigh encourages and provides equal opportunity for certified Minority and

Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) businesses to participate in all aspects of the City’s

contracting and procurement programs to include: Professional Services, Goods andOther Services,

and Construction. The prime contractor will be required to identify participation ofMWBE businesses in

their proposal and demonstrate how that participation will be achieved.

The City’s goal is to contract and sub-contract fifteen percent (15%) of the total contract amount to

Certified MWBEs on construction projects of $300,000 or more, or contracts of $100,000 or more that

include any State funding.

END OF ADVERTISEMENT FOR BID

INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

1. General

This project consists of the permanent repair of the Shimmer Wall by removing existing, damaged wide-

flanged beam members, replacing metal decking and cross bracing in kind to restore the structure to

the original design intent.

2. Project Location

Raleigh Convention Center

500 South Salisbury Street, Raleigh, NC 27601

3. Bid Schedule/Timeline

Provided below is a list of the anticipated schedule of events related to this Bid. The City of Raleigh

reserves the right to modify and/or adjust the following schedule to meet the needs of the service. All

times shown are Eastern Time (EST):

Bid Schedule

Bid Advertisement Date

Date and Time

April 20, 2026

Pre-Bid Meeting Date and Time

(Optional)

Deadline for Written Questions

April 29, 2026, at 10:00 AM Raleigh Convention

Center’s Main Lobby

May 6, 2026 by 5:00 PM

City Response to Questions (anticipated) May 15, 2026

Bid Submittal Due Date and Time

May 22, 2026 by 2:00 PM

Bid Award Announced (tentative)

Week of June 1, 2026

4. Bid Submissions

The submission of a bid will assume that the Contractor has fully examined the site and knows the

existing conditions and has made every provision for operating under the existing conditions, and has

included all necessary items, and has read and understands the Bidding Documents. No

consideration shall be given to any claim for extra compensation or extension ofcontract time

because of failure to comply with this provision.

Bids must be made in strict accordance with the “Bid Form” provided hereto and all blank spacesfor

Unit Prices shall be properly filled in. If no price increase, assign “$0”. When requested alternates (if

applicable) or Unit Prices have no entry, the bid may be considered incomplete and the bid may be

rejected as non-responsive. All bids must be submitted on the BID PROPOSAL FORM included

herein. Prices given shall be both in writing and figures and the complete form shall be without any

lineation, alterations, or erasures. In case of conflicting prices, the written prices shall govern. Submit

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