How to bid on Carteret County elevation projects for North Carolina DPS

What DPS is buying

The North Carolina Department of Public Safety’s Division of Emergency Management is seeking design-build contractors to manage elevation projects in Carteret County. The work includes engineered designs, permits, inspections, construction, elevation certificates, and certificates of occupancy or completion, as applicable.

The selected contractor is responsible for managing construction before, during, and after elevation. The site must be returned to a condition that meets or exceeds its pre-elevation condition, with modifications needed to meet local, state, and federal requirements.

Key date and deadline

The RFP was published October 15, 2026. Proposals are due November 12, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET.

Submit before the deadline and follow the instructions in the solicitation posting. Check the posting for any applicable submission method and requirements.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity suits qualified design-build contractors, vendors, or prime contractors with experience managing construction projects and coordinating engineering, permits, inspections, and completion documentation. The solicitation concerns construction services for elevation projects.

How to access and respond

Open Solicitation Doc2440347150 on North Carolina’s electronic Vendor Portal (eVP) to view the public posting and document list. Viewing does not require an account; responding requires free eVP vendor registration.

Read the full RFP and Scope of Work, then submit as the posting directs before the deadline. Some North Carolina bids use the separate NC eProcurement (Ivalua) tool, so check the posting to confirm the response method.

Prepare a clear, complete proposal

Use the Scope of Work to organize your response around the full project lifecycle: engineered designs, permitting, inspections, construction management, completion certificates, and site restoration. Explain how your team will coordinate these responsibilities.

Check the RFP for required forms, qualifications, and submission instructions. Give yourself time to register for eVP and confirm any separate submission steps before the deadline.