Opportunity
North Carolina eVP #73-IFB-00777
Outdoor Athletic Wall Padding Installation for Baseball and Softball Facilities at Western Carolina University
Posted
September 04, 2026
Respond By
September 16, 2026
Identifier
73-IFB-00777
NAICS
238990
Western Carolina University is seeking bids for the furnishing and installation of outdoor athletic wall padding at its baseball and softball facilities in Cullowhee, North Carolina. - Government Buyer: - State of North Carolina - Western Carolina University - Purchasing Department - Scope of Work: - Supply and install outdoor-rated wall padding on the baseball field's brick wall and outfield fencing at both baseball and softball fields - Contractor must provide all labor, materials, equipment, supervision, transportation, mounting hardware, and cleanup - Product Requirements: - Wall padding must feature durable, UV-resistant vinyl covering and high-density impact-absorbing foam core or approved equivalent - All mounting systems, brackets, and fastening hardware must be included - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Contractor is responsible for verifying field dimensions and existing conditions prior to fabrication and installation - Coordination with university personnel is required to minimize disruption to athletic activities - Bidders must submit product specifications, warranty information, estimated lead times, and a lump-sum price - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Award will be made to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder meeting specifications
Description
Western Carolina University is seeking sealed bids from qualified contractors for the furnishing and installation of athletic field wall padding at the University's baseball and softball facilities. The project includes installation of outdoor-rated wall padding on the existing brick wall at the baseball field and padding on the outfield fencing at both baseball and softball fields. The contractor must provide all labor, materials, equipment, supervision, transportation, hardware, and incidental items necessary to complete the project. The padding must be designed for outdoor athletic use, weather-resistant, UV-resistant, and impact-absorbing. The contractor is responsible for verifying field dimensions and existing conditions prior to fabrication and installation, coordinating work to minimize disruption, and cleaning up the site after completion.