Bid guide
How to bid on a Fire Alarm System Upgrade for NC DOR with NC DOA
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The State of North Carolina's Construction Office is seeking bids for a fire alarm system upgrade at the Department of Revenue building in Raleigh. This is an opportunity for construction firms specializing in fire safety systems to work with a state agency on a critical infrastructure project.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The solicitation was published on July 24, 2026. A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held on August 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET at 401 N. Wilmington Street, Raleigh, NC 27601. All interested bidders must attend this meeting. The final deadline for bids is August 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. Bids submitted after this time will not be considered.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for construction firms with experience in fire alarm system installation, upgrades, and related safety compliance. Vendors should be prepared to work on state government facilities and meet specific project requirements for such systems. The relevant category for this bid is construction.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full details and respond, you need to go to the North Carolina electronic Vendor Portal (eVP). The solicitation number is SCO-25-30464-01A. Viewing the posting and its documents is public and does not require an account. To submit a response, you may need a free eVP vendor registration, or follow specific submission instructions if the bid uses the NC eProcurement (Ivalua) tool. Ensure you attend the mandatory pre-bid meeting on August 3, 2026, as failure to do so will disqualify your bid.
Practical tips for a competitive response
Given the mandatory pre-bid meeting, prepare a list of questions in advance to ask during the session. Pay close attention to all specifications and requirements discussed at the meeting and outlined in the solicitation documents. Ensure your bid clearly demonstrates your firm's experience with similar fire alarm system upgrades and your capacity to complete the project on time and within budget. Double-check all forms for completeness and accuracy before submission, and submit well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues.
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 State of NC - Construction Office; the original posting controls.