How to bid on the Neuse CI fire alarm replacement for NC Construction Office

What the agency is buying

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is seeking bids to replace the fire alarm system at Neuse Correctional Institution. The solicitation is listed as Neuse CI-Fire Alarm Replacement, number SCO-SCO-26-31386-01A-1.

This is a construction IFB for vendors with relevant fire alarm replacement experience.

Key dates and the bid deadline

A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for October 21, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at NCDAC, 2020 Yonkers Road, Raleigh, NC 27604. The agency says failure to attend will disqualify a company from bidding.

The bid deadline is November 4, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. ET. Submit as directed in the posting before that time.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity may suit construction firms that replace fire alarm systems and can attend the mandatory meeting in Raleigh. Review the solicitation documents to confirm the work and any bidder requirements before deciding to pursue it.

How to access and respond

Open the solicitation on North Carolina’s electronic Vendor Portal (eVP) using the “View original source” option. The posting and document list are public to view.

To respond, register for a free eVP vendor account. Check the posting for the submission instructions: some North Carolina bids use the separate NC eProcurement (Ivalua) tool; otherwise, submit as the posting directs.

Prepare a complete, competitive response

Contact Rodney Gregory at (919) 324-1293 or [email protected] to receive a meeting invitation. Attend the mandatory pre-bid conference and keep a record of your attendance.

Read the full solicitation and its documents carefully. Prepare your response against the stated requirements, check that all requested items are included, and leave time to complete the required submission process before the deadline.