Opportunity
North Carolina eVP #262-072120261
Yancey County Schools Seeks Design-Build Services for Artificial Turf Athletic Fields
Posted
July 22, 2026
Respond By
July 29, 2026
Identifier
262-072120261
NAICS
237310, 541320, 561730
Yancey County Schools is seeking qualified design-build firms for a major athletic field upgrade project at three school campuses in Burnsville, North Carolina. - Government Buyer: - Yancey County Schools, represented by Ms. Kimberly Bennett, School Finance Officer - Project Scope: - Removal of existing natural grass fields and installation of new artificial (synthetic) turf on baseball, softball, and football fields at: - Cane River Middle School - East Yancey Middle School - Mountain Heritage High School - Includes design, permitting, construction, compaction testing, power supply for game clocks, and warranty compliance - Evaluation of site conditions, subsurface soil testing, drainage and stormwater management, and regulatory compliance required - Services Requested: - Comprehensive design-build services for athletic field turf installation - Project management, site visits, and use of licensed professionals in North Carolina - Notable Requirements: - Minimum five years of turf design experience for firms - Performance and payment bonds, strict insurance requirements - Preference for historically underutilized businesses (HUBs), minority- and woman-owned businesses - Qualifications-based selection focusing on experience, approach, personnel, and schedule - Estimated Project Budget: - $8,325,871 - No specific OEMs or turf brands are named in the solicitation
Description
The Yancey County Schools (YCS) is soliciting qualifications for Design-Build firms for the installation of artificial turf athletic fields at Cane River Middle School, East Yancey Middle School, and Mountain Heritage High School. The project includes design, permitting, and construction services for the removal and disposal of existing grass fields and installation of artificial turf. The selection will be based on qualifications and best value criteria, with a focus on quality, efficiency, and adherence to budget and schedule. The anticipated total project budget is $8,325,871.