How to bid on cemetery improvements for NC Department of Military and Veterans Affairs

What the agency is buying

The North Carolina Department of Military and Veterans Affairs is looking for contractors to install new underground pre-placed crypts and perform related site improvements at the Eastern Carolina State Veterans Cemetery in Goldsboro, North Carolina. This project involves significant construction work for a state veterans' cemetery.

Key dates and deadlines

This Invitation for Bid (IFB) was published on July 23, 2026. All bids must be submitted by August 27, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. There will be an open pre-bid meeting and site visit on August 4, 2026, at 10:00 AM onsite at the Eastern Carolina State Veterans Cemetery, 164 Longs Plant Farm Rd, Goldsboro, NC. This meeting will cover project questions, bidding procedures, and include a site review.

The deadline is strict, and late submissions are typically not accepted. Ensure you have completed all registration steps and submitted your bid well in advance of the closing time.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for construction firms with experience in site improvements and specialized installations such as pre-placed crypts. The work is categorized under construction. Vendors should be prepared to handle projects at a sensitive location like a veterans' cemetery.

Firms based in or operating within North Carolina may find this particularly relevant, given the project's location in Goldsboro, NC.

How to respond

To respond to this solicitation, SCO-24-29071-01D, you must first register for free on the North Carolina electronic Vendor Portal (eVP). You can view the posting and its documents publicly without an account. Once registered, follow the instructions on the posting for submitting your response before the deadline.

Some North Carolina bids may require responses through the separate NC eProcurement (Ivalua) tool; otherwise, submit as directed on the specific posting.

Practical tips for preparing a competitive response

Attend the pre-bid meeting and site visit on August 4, 2026. This is a crucial opportunity to ask questions directly, understand the project scope, and assess site conditions, which can inform a more accurate and competitive bid.

Carefully review all contract documents to ensure your bid fully addresses every requirement. Pay close attention to specifications for the underground pre-placed crypts and associated site improvements. Detail your experience with similar projects and highlight your firm's capabilities in this specific type of construction.

Ensure all required forms are completed accurately and submitted on time. Double-check that your company's registration on the North Carolina electronic Vendor Portal is current and complete before attempting to submit your bid.