Bids are due by July 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM for the **** Wilbur Jones Road Johnson Pond Road at-grade railroad crossing closure project. The project involves closing and removing a railroad crossing and constructing associated roadway improvements, including demolition, grading, drainage, paving, guardrail installation, pavement markings, signage, and site restoration. Contractors must hold the appropriate North Carolina license. A performance bond and payment bond, each 100% of the contract price, are required. Contract documents are available online or from the Engineering Department. The town reserves the right to waive informalities and reject bids.
The contract work is to be finally and fully complete within 30 consecutive calendar days of the commencement date.
Invoices are paid on a net 30 basis. The town will make the final payment in full after written job acceptance and submission of required documentation.
The contractor warrants that they will be responsible for the maintenance or correction of any work completed under this contract that may become defective due to faulty workmanship or materials for a period of one year after final acceptance.
The award of the contract, if it is awarded, will be to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder whose qualifications indicate the award will be in the best interest of the owner.
Contractors must possess the proper license classification to perform the work elements contained in the specifications in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes and, if selected, provide a copy of their active license to the owner.
The town reserves the right to assess liquidated damages of $500 per calendar day for failure to meet the project timelines.
The deadline for question submittal is Friday, July 3, 2026, at 5:00 PM.
Altered bid forms will be rejected. A conditional or qualified bid will not be accepted. Failure to complete HUB forms is grounds for rejection of the bid.