Heads up to all the tech companies and contractors out there, Union County is on the lookout for bids to revamp the courthouse's digital backbone. Specifically, they're keen on replacing the network cabling at the Union County Courthouse. The call for sealed bids is open until 10:00 A.M. on November 5. All the juicy details are up for grabs on the Union County website, according to the notice posted there.
The Board of County Commissioners are the folks to send your bids to, and if your paperwork's got what it takes, they'll be airing out the bids publicly right after the deadline. That's happening at their chambers, so set your reminders. The county's not just throwing a dart at a board here, they’re expecting to shell out around $150,000 for the job. The project includes the general teardown, a fresh installation of cables and components, and whatever refinishing work they need to wrap it up. Just note, they're expecting you to work after office hours, which means late evenings or Saturdays might be your jam, but the courthouse needs to be up and running every morning.
For the ones who really want to dig deep, a pre-bid meeting is happening at 11:00 A.M. on October 21, starting at the courthouse's south entrance lobby. But hey, double-check that with the commissioners' office before you show up. And yeah, you've got to stick to Prevail Wage laws, so no cutting corners on labor costs.
Now, don't forget, you should be throwing your hat in the ring with a Bid Guaranty and a Contract Bond, or get your bank to back you up with a certified or cashier’s check or a letter of credit. That's got to be equivalent to 10% of your bid, as stated by the official news posted on the Union County site. And just a heads up, if you decide to bail after your bid's accepted, well, there are penalties for that kind of move. Also, keep your bid on the table for 60 days after submission, so no flip-flopping.
The bid docs are ready for perusal over at the Mark Lecky Architects, or you can snag them from the same county website. And remember, the Board has the final say – they're looking for the lowest and best bidder. So, if you've got the goods, now's the time to get them in order.
