North Carolina eVP #248-6-97648067

Construction of CATA High School Stadium – Synthetic Turf, Lighting, Bleachers, and Sitework

Union County Public Schools is seeking bids for the construction of a new stadium at Central Academy of Technology & Arts (CATA) High School in Monroe, NC. - Government Buyer: - Union County Public Schools (UCPS), UCPS Purchasing Department, Facilities Bids Office - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - Synthetic Turf: Shaw Sports Turf, GreenFields, AstroTurf, FieldTurf, Sprinturf - Athletic Lighting: Torrence Lighting - Bleachers: Southern Bleacher Company, Dant-Clayton Corporation, Outdoor Aluminum, Inc., Sturdisteel - HVAC (Press Box): Friedrich (Zoneaire PDE12k3SGR3 or equal) - Products/Services Requested: - Synthetic turf system (2.0 inch pile height, hybrid slit film/monofilament, with shock pad and drainage) - Exterior athletic LED lighting system (guaranteed light levels for 25 years, remote control, RGB accent lighting, galvanized steel poles, surge protection) - Non-elevated, portable tiered bleachers (aluminum or galvanized steel, guardrails, anodized seats, concrete pads) - Prefabricated press box (structural steel, insulation, aluminum decking, operable windows, electrical, HVAC, sound system) - Electrical systems (low-voltage power conductors, grounding, bonding, hangers, raceways, boxes, sleeves, identification, wiring devices) - Running track surfacing (resilient system meeting IAAF standards) - Chain-link fences and gates (PVC clad, ASTM compliant) - Storm drainage system (roof drainage, storm sewer piping, manholes, trench drains, underdrains, NCDOT standards) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Mandatory pre-bid meeting and sealed bid submission (no electronic bids) - 10% participation goal for Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUB) - Compliance with E-Verify and Iran Divestment Act - Bid, performance, and payment bonds required - Detailed construction and electrical specifications provided in attachments

Description

Union County Public Schools is seeking bids for the new construction of the CATA (Central Academy of Technology & Arts) High School Stadium. The solicitation requires bidders to submit sealed bids by July 9, 2026, and attend a mandatory pre-bid meeting on June 23, 2026. The project encourages the use of small, minority, physically handicapped, and women contractors, with a goal of 10% utilization of diverse firms as subcontractors. Compliance with E-Verify and the Iran Divestment Act is required for the successful bidder.

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