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How to bid on Bentonville Battlefield maintenance facility improvements for NC Natural and Cultural Resources
What the agency is buying
The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources is seeking bids for improvements at the Bentonville Battlefield State Historic Site. This project involves enhancing the existing maintenance field and barn area. A key part of the work is constructing a new pre-engineered pole barn structure. This barn will include enclosed bays and storage, with a concrete slab designed to fit up to seven bays.
This is an opportunity for construction firms to work on a state historic site, providing essential infrastructure improvements.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on July 29, 2026. All bids must be submitted by September 02, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. It is crucial to submit your response before this deadline.
A mandatory pre-bid meeting and site visit will take place on August 5, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. at Bentonville Battlefield State Historic Site, located at 5466 Harper House Road, Four Oaks, NC 27524. Attendance at this meeting is required for all interested bidders. The meeting will cover project-specific questions, issues, bidding procedures, and the bid form.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for construction companies experienced in building pre-engineered structures, particularly pole barns, and site improvements. Firms with a background in concrete work and general construction will find this relevant. The project falls under the construction category.
Given the mandatory pre-bid meeting and site visit, this is best for firms that can commit to attending in person in Four Oaks, North Carolina.
How to respond
To access the solicitation, you can view the original source on North Carolina’s electronic Vendor Portal (eVP). Viewing the posting and its associated documents is public and does not require an account.
Responding to this solicitation, SCO-25-29190-01A, requires free vendor registration on the state’s eVP portal. Some North Carolina bids use the separate NC eProcurement (Ivalua) tool for responses, while others direct submission as specified in the posting. Ensure you follow the specific submission instructions provided in the solicitation documents before the deadline.
Tips for a competitive response
Since a mandatory pre-bid meeting and site visit are required, make sure to attend. This is your chance to ask questions directly, understand the site conditions, and clarify any ambiguities in the solicitation documents. Pay close attention to any discussions about project-specific questions, issues, and bidding procedures.
Carefully review all solicitation documents, including specifications for the pre-engineered pole barn and concrete slab. Ensure your bid accurately reflects all requirements and provides a clear, detailed proposal for the construction work. Double-check all forms and ensure they are completed accurately and submitted on time.
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.