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How to bid on ESTC Fire Training Equipment Storage Building Site Work for Rockingham Community College
What Rockingham Community College is buying
Rockingham Community College is seeking bids for site work and interior improvements for an ESTC fire training equipment storage building. This project involves constructing a concrete slab, setting anchor bolts, and coordinating with another contractor for the erection of a 60-by-60-foot pre-engineered building.
The scope also includes interior upfit work such as installing a mechanical ventilation system, unit heaters, three overhead coiling doors, electrical power, and overhead lighting. This is a re-bid opportunity for contractors specializing in construction and building upfit.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This Invitation for Bid (IFB) was published on August 05, 2026. The deadline for submitting your bid is August 27, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. All responses must be submitted by this exact time.
Late submissions will not be considered. Ensure you have completed all registration steps and prepared your response well in advance of the deadline.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for construction firms with experience in site preparation, concrete work, and interior building upfits. Contractors familiar with pre-engineered building coordination, mechanical system installation (ventilation, heating), electrical work, and overhead door installation will find this bid relevant.
The solicitation is categorized under construction, making it ideal for general contractors or specialized subcontractors in these areas.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full solicitation documents and respond, you need to visit the North Carolina electronic Vendor Portal (eVP). The solicitation number is 120-080526. Viewing the posting and its associated documents is public and does not require an account.
To submit a response, you must register for a free vendor account on the NC eVP. Some North Carolina bids may require responses through the separate NC eProcurement (Ivalua) tool; otherwise, follow the submission instructions provided directly within the posting before the deadline.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review all sections of the solicitation, paying close attention to the detailed scope of work for both the site preparation and the interior upfit. Ensure your bid clearly addresses each requirement, including the coordination aspect with Cirrus Construction, Inc. for the pre-engineered building.
Provide a clear breakdown of costs for each component of the work, such as the concrete slab, anchor bolts, mechanical installations, overhead doors, and electrical work. Highlight your experience with similar projects, especially those involving coordination with other contractors or specific building types. Double-check all calculations and ensure your submission is complete and accurate before the deadline.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Rockingham Community College; the original posting controls.