Opportunity

North Carolina eVP #274-2026-RCPAC-18

Prequalification for Subcontractors: Raleigh Convention Center Expansion (General Trades & Structural Steel)

Posted

July 06, 2026

Respond By

July 15, 2026

Identifier

274-2026-RCPAC-18

NAICS

236220, 238120

This opportunity is for first tier subcontractors to prequalify for the Raleigh Convention Center Expansion and Relocation project. - Government Buyer: - City of Raleigh (North Carolina) - Project Overview: - Expansion of the Raleigh Convention Center by 322,000 square feet at the Red Hat Amphitheater site - Includes new flex halls, commercial kitchen, meeting rooms, support spaces, and sky bridges connecting to the existing center - Bid Packages for Prequalification: - 01A – General Trades / Site Services - 05A – Structural Steel - Subcontractor Requirements: - Demonstrate financial strength, prior performance, relevant experience, safety record, and legal authorization to work in North Carolina - Minimum qualification score required - Must comply with City of Raleigh policy and North Carolina statutes - MWBE Participation: - 15% aspirational goal for certified Minority and Women Business Enterprises (MWBE) - Strongly encouraged to participate - Submission Details: - Electronic bids not accepted; follow instructions in attachments - No specific OEMs or vendors are named, as this is a prequalification for subcontractors, not a product procurement - Notable Requirements: - Prequalification is mandatory for bidding on the two specified packages - Emphasis on safety, experience, and MWBE participation

Description

This solicitation is for the prequalification of first tier subcontractors for the Raleigh Convention Center Expansion and Relocation project. The project involves construction across the street from the current Raleigh Convention Center, including a 322,000 square foot expansion with flex halls, a commercial kitchen, meeting rooms, and support spaces. The prequalification process is in compliance with City of Raleigh policy and North Carolina statutes, requiring subcontractors to submit applications and meet specific criteria such as financial strength, experience, and safety history. Applicable bid packages include General Trades / Site Services and Structural Steel. Electronic bids are not permitted; submissions must follow instructions in the provided attachments.

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