Carteret County Department of Social Services Second Story Ceiling Modifications RFP

Location:	North Carolina
Posted:	Feb 14, 2026
Due:	Feb 27, 2026
Agency:	County of Carteret
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	G - Social Services
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Request for Proposal

Carteret County Government

Department of Social Services

Second Story Ceiling Modifications

Issued: February 13, 2026

Submission Deadline: February 27, 2026 by 10:00 AM, EST.

Carteret County Government Department of Social Services Second Story Ceiling Modifications RFP

CARTERET COUNTY PUBLIC BUILDINGS

Phone: 252-648-7877

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

Date:

To:

Project Name:

02/13/2026

Interested Contractors

Department of Social Services Second Story Ceiling Modifications

Scope of Work:

Carteret County Government is seeking competitive proposals to install vinyl ceiling tiles, LED lighting, ABS

plastic supply vents, returns, exhaust covers, and grate covers for the second story of the Department of Social

Services located at 210 Craven Street, Beaufort, NC 28516.

The Contractor shall abide by the details and shall refer to the diagrams and associated pictures in addition to the

scope of work specified within the documents provided below.

General Scope of Work

• Work shall consist of removing and replacing of all existing ceiling tiles, lighting fixtures, HVAC supply

vents, returns, grates and exhaust covers.

• Replacement of damaged or missing sections of the existing grid system, including those that are bent,

rusted or have holes.

• Adjustment and/or addition of the grid system to accommodate new materials or tiles.

• Installation of new grid support ties as needed.

• Modify new tiles to accommodate existing ceiling accessories.

• All new materials listed shall be furnished and installed by the Contractor.

Ceiling Tiles

• The Contractor shall install DuraClean Smooth White 2’ x 2’ vinyl ceiling tiles (or equivalent) that are

mildew and mold resistant.

• Tiles shall be installed throughout all areas of the second story where existing ceiling tiles are currently in

place.

HVAC Fixtures

• Install approximately twenty-six (26) new ABS plastic drop in HVAC supply vents that are white and

feature a three (3) cone face with an eight-inch (8”) boot. If an existing diffuser is equipped with a damper,

the new diffuser shall have a new damper installed. Trunk lines shall be reconnected.

• Install approximately sixteen (16) 2’ x 2’ ABS plastic, white, quarter-inch (1/4”) perforated tiles with a

one-inch (1”) solid border for any existing returns, exhaust or grates. Any modifications to accept these

tiles shall be the Contractors responsibility.

Carteret County Government Department of Social Services Second Story Ceiling Modifications RFP

Lighting Fixtures

• Remove the exiting lighting fixtures in the hallway and install approximately ten (10) four-foot by two-foot

(4’ X 2’) drop in flat panel LED fixtures.

• Remove the existing lighting fixtures in all the offices identified, modify the grid system to accommodate

approximately fifty-five (55) two-foot by two-foot (2’ X 2’) drop in flat panel LED fixtures.

• All new lighting fixtures shall be “Lithonia Lighting – Adjustable-Lumen Switchable White LED Panel

Light” (or equivalent).

• Ensure all new lighting fixtures are set to the same color temperature, with a preferred setting of 3000k.

• All new lighting fixtures shall remain in the same locations as the existing fixtures.

Ceiling Accessories

• Existing ceiling accessories attached to the grid shall remain in place.

• The Contractor shall cut out new ceiling tiles to fit any fixtures that are currently fixed to a ceiling tile. No

gaps shall be present.

• All ceiling fire and safety fixtures being removed and reinstalled may require a specific schedule.

Scheduling for this task shall be coordinated with the County POC.

• All existing ceiling fixtures shall remain in their current locations.

Schedule

• Work shall be performed in phases outside normal business hours as dictated by the County POC.

• Each phase of work shall be fully completed before the start of business.

• At no time shall there be missing or open sections of the ceiling during normal business hours.

• Interested Contractors shall contact the County POC below to schedule a site visit.

Cleaning and Miscellaneous

• The Contractor shall provide all necessary labor, materials, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), equipment, and a

competent supervisor to oversee and direct work as outlined in these documents.

• Protect all surfaces below the ceiling and all ceiling accessories from damage, dust and debris while

working. All associated debris shall be cleaned and hauled off at the end of each working day. All cleaning

equipment shall be provided by the Contractor.

• Should the new tiles experience uplift from opening and closing doors, identify the tiles and apply clips or

tape to better secure the tiles to the grid system.

• Replace any grid “T” bars to match the existing style, size and color.

• All new material shall be installed per the manufacture’s recommendations and instructions.

• All newly installed materials shall be fire-rated, if required.

• Any and all measurements and material quantities shall be verified by the Contractor.

• The Contractor shall submit any and all warranty documentation on behalf of the County.

• Any damages caused by the Contractor shall be the Contractor’s responsibility to fix or replace at the

County’s discretion.

• All new materials are subject to approval by Carteret County. If the Contractor proposes using materials

equivalent to those specified above, detailed submittals shall be included with the Contractor’s proposal

for review and approval.

• The Contractor shall obtain the required permits, if required, give all notices to the County POC (including

a copy of any permits), and comply with all laws, ordinances, codes, rules and regulations bearing on the

conduct of the work. Permits shall be posted onsite at the project location. No time extensions shall be

granted or financial consideration given to the Contractor for time or monies lost due to violations of any

such ordinance, code, law or regulations that may occur.

Carteret County Government Department of Social Services Second Story Ceiling Modifications RFP

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Bid Title:	Carteret County Department of Social Services Second Story Ceiling Modifications RFP
Category:	Public Buildings
Status:	Open

Carteret County Department of Social Services Second Story Ceiling Modifications RFP

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