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WBCNC Meet The Team
2025-09-17 14:00 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | CFCC Union Station (U) Building, Daniels Hall, 502 North Front Street, Wilmington, NC, 28401, United States
Meet the WBCNC team by the sea! Network, connect, and explore resources from WBCNC & the National Institute of Economic Development.

WBCNC Meet The Team
Join us for an afternoon of connection, community, and coastal vibes! This special event is a chance to meet the Women’s Business Center of North Carolina (WBCNC) team in a relaxed, welcoming environment. Learn more about the resources and support offered by the WBCNC and the National Institute of Economic Development, hear about our ongoing programs, and connect with fellow entrepreneurs, partners, and supporters. Whether you’re new to the network or a longtime collaborator, this is a great opportunity to build relationships and explore how we can grow together.

Carthage, NC / Emergency Training Center
2025-09-17
Carthage, NC 28327
Our firm is considering submitting a bid for the Emergency Training Center project that bids on September 25th 2025, at 3:00 P.M. We are particularly interested in receiving minority subcontract and material supply quotes on or before September 24th at 12pm in our office on any of the following items of work, or other contract items of interest to your firm:
Description of work needing to be done
All Trades
Plans and specifications for the project and specifically for the items listed above are available in our office or by email request.
If it will facilitate your opportunity to perform work on this contract, we would be willing to consider your quotation on a smaller quantity of any of the above listed items. We would be willing to assist you in obtaining any bonding or insurance requirements in connection with this project. Please contact us if we may provide assistance in obtaining any equipment, material, or supply sources or contacts to help facilitate your quotation.
If you wish to review the bidding documents, receive assistance in understanding the plans and specifications, or if you have any questions we can answer, please let me know. (919) 718-1012, fax # (919) 774-1497.
SANFORD CONTRACTORS, INC
Blake Baur
Vice President- Building Division

Clay County, NC / NCDOT C204836
2025-09-16
Buchanan and Sons Inc is requesting quotes from DBE/MBE/WBE Contractors and Suppliers for NCDOT C204836 Project (WBS 47516.3.1; T.I.P. No. R-5863) located on US-64 Business from US-64 to SR-1307 (Main Street) in Clay County, NC.
ALL QUOTATIONS WILL NOW BE OPENLY ACCEPTED UNTIL 12:00PM MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 15TH, 2025.
PROJECT BIDS TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16TH, 2025 AT 2:00PM.
QUOTATIONS CAN BE EMAILED TO estimator@bsi-construction.com, MAILED TO PO BOX 123, WHITTIER, NC 28789
OR FAXED TO 828-497-9721.
Bid Document: Advertisement – NCDOT C204836 Clay (2)

Clay County, NC / NCDOT C204836 Project
2025-09-16
Buchanan and Sons Inc is requesting quotes from DBE/MBE/WBE Contractors and Suppliers for NCDOT C204836 Project (WBS 47516.3.1; T.I.P. No. R-5863) located on US-64 Business from US-64 to SR-1307 (Main Street) in Clay County, NC.
ALL QUOTATIONS WILL NOW BE OPENLY ACCEPTED UNTIL 12:00PM MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 15TH, 2025.
PROJECT BIDS TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16TH, 2025 AT 2:00PM.
QUOTATIONS CAN BE EMAILED TO estimator@bsi-construction.com, MAILED TO PO BOX 123, WHITTIER, NC 28789
OR FAXED TO 828-497-9721.
Bid Document: Advertisement – NCDOT C204836 Clay (1)

Newton, NC / Startown Fire Station
2025-09-16
NOTICE TO ALL EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY HISTORICALLY UNDERUTILIZED BUSINESSES (HUB), I.E. MINORITIES, DISABLED PERSONS AND WOMEN OWNED AND OPERATED BUSINESSES, ETC.

PROJECT/LOCATION: Startown Fire Station for: Newton Fire Department – City of Newton, 2511 West Hwy. 10, Newton, NC 28658.

MANDATORY PRE-BID MTG & SITE VISIT/LOCATION:
Date & Time: Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at the job site which is at 2511 West Hwy. 10, Newton, NC 28658.
Any General Contractor wishing to bid on the project must have at least one representative of the company present when the meeting begins, or you will not be eligible to bid the project. No exceptions to this requirement.

​BID INVITATION/LOCATION:
Bid Date: Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. location time.
The Owner will receive sealed lump sum bids until the bid time and date at the location given below.

Bid Date: Tuesday, September 16, 2025

Bid Time: 3:00 p.m., local time

Bid Location: Newton Fire Department Headquarters Station (119 S. Brady Ave., Newton, NC 28658)

Bids will be immediately thereafter publicly opened and read aloud.

The work of this project is defined by the Contract Documents and includes, but not limited to, the following scope: All labor, taxes, materials, equipment, services, permits, incidental and implied, to install a complete working system as designed. The project scope consists of approximately 14,247 sf single story slab on grade, brick and block structure, pre-engineered joists and PVC membrane roof, plumbing, mechanical and electrical trades, site work, and any other construction components per contract documents.

Hickory Construction Company, Hickory, NC is seeking subcontractors for a specific trade that covers the work described below.
Division 1 – General Requirements, Division 2 – Site Construction, Division 3 – Concrete, Division 4 – Masonry, Division 5 – Metals, Division 6 – Wood and Plastics, Division 7 – Thermal and Moisture Protection, Division 8 – Doors and Windows, Division 9 – Finish, Division 10 – Specialties, all plumbing, mechanical and electrical work is shown on the contract drawings, and any other division scope of work identified in the contract documents.

Please find a link (drop box) below that will allow you access to contract drawings, specifications, and addendum(s) for your use.

https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/qijjwgrg99gde0k9m26vk/AGTYGXtSmE7q6eeBjbo7Er8?rlkey=[REDACTED]&st=skodnfbz&dl=0

Hickory Construction as the General Contractor is responsible for bidding on the project. Please direct all questions to the contact person provided below.
Contact for Hickory Construction Company: Mr. James Summers at estimating@hickory-construction.com
Phone: 828-381-4080

Bertie County / Replace Bridge #24 Over Cashie River
2025-09-16
T. A. Loving Company (NC General Contractor License No. 325) is seeking certified DBE subcontractors and suppliers for the following projects that bid for NCDOT:
Bid Date: 09/16/2025 at 2:00 PM
Project: Replace Bridge #24 Over Cashie River in Bertie County (Division 1)
Plans and specifications are available for inspection at the following locations: TA Loving Company, NC DOT Division office.
Potential subcontracting opportunities include but are not limited to surveying, demolition, clearing and grubbing, hauling, asphalt paving, striping, traffic control, earthwork, erosion control, seeding, linework/pipe installation, directional drilling, concrete forms, and concrete rebar.
Please contact Justin E. Hill at our office as soon as possible if you are interested in submitting a proposal on any portion(s) of this project. Quotes may be emailed to Justin E. Hill – jehill@taloving.com. All quotations will be accepted up to the bid closing time of the bid date. Our address, phone number, and fax number is as follows.
T. A. Loving Company PO Box 919 Goldsboro, NC 27533 919-734-8400 (phone) 919-736-2148 (fax).
TA Loving Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Clay County, NC / NCDOT C204836 Project
2025-09-16
Buchanan and Sons Inc is requesting quotes from DBE/MBE/WBE Contractors and Suppliers for NCDOT C204836 Project (WBS 47516.3.1; T.I.P. No. R-5863) located on US-64 Business from US-64 to SR-1307 (Main Street) in Clay County, NC.
ALL QUOTATIONS WILL NOW BE OPENLY ACCEPTED UNTIL 12:00PM MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 15TH, 2025.
PROJECT BIDS TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16TH, 2025 AT 2:00PM.
QUOTATIONS CAN BE EMAILED TO estimator@bsi-construction.com, MAILED TO PO BOX 123, WHITTIER, NC 28789
OR FAXED TO 828-497-9721.
Bid Document:

Mooresville, NC / Barley Park Pump Station
2025-09-11
STATE UTILITY CONTRACTORS, INC.
P.O. BOX 5019 – MONROE, N.C. 28111-5019 (704) 289-6400 FAX (704) 282-0590
REQUEST FOR SUBCONTRACT BIDS
Project: Barley Park Pump Station Location: Mooresville, NC
Engineer: HDR Contractor: State Utility Contractors, Inc.
Address: 440 S Church Str., Suite 1200, Charlotte, NC 28202 Estimator: Jacob Smith
Phone: 704-338-6747 Email: jsmith@sucontractors.com
Bid Date: 9-11-25 at 2:00 PM Scope Due by: 9-10-25 by 5 PM
Bid Document: MBE solicitation letter (3)

Greensboro, NC / Southeast Feeder Main Contract 3
2025-09-11
Jimmy R. Lynch & Sons, Inc. An Equal Employment Opportunity Contractor, NC General Contractors # 7706 Will Consider All Quotes Regardless of Race, Color, Religion, Sex, or National Origin and is Soliciting Bids for M/WBE Participation.
We would appreciate a quotation from your firm for all work and/or materials for the following project:
Project Name: Greensboro (Guilford County) – Southeast Feeder Main Contract 3, Contract No. 2021-045C
Bid Date: Thursday, September 11, 2025 @ 2:00 PM
Please provide your proposal by: 9-10-25 @ 5:00 PM
We are soliciting subcontract bids for the following trades. Work may include, but not limited to: Clearing & Grubbing, Boring & Jack, Erosion Control, Hauling, Milling Asphalt, Signage, Utilities and Utility Piping along with any incidentals and materials necessary for construction to complete the project.
The work in this Contract consists of, but not limited to, the following: The Contract consists of approximately 350 LF of 6” water line, 100 LF of 12” water line; 4,020 LF of 16” water line; 15,240 LF of 24” water line; 50 LF of 24” encasement pipe, 50 LF of 30” encasement, 315 LF of 36” encasement, and 240 LF of 42” encasement.
The work performed under this Contract shall include but may not be limited to: The furnishing of all labor, materials, equipment and services, whether specifically mentioned or not, that is required to complete the Construction of the Work of the project. All requirements of the State of North Carolina and all pertinent administrative regulations shall apply to this project as if herein written out in full.
Please contact Daniel Lynch at dlynch@jrlynchandsons.com if you have any questions on the job link below.
The following Dropbox link will provide you with the digital Specs & Plans
https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/lv074cs6voaqa7qo251bt/ADSMX1Ox_bVvFMGbuO8EieI?rlkey=[REDACTED]&st=kj65wz41&dl=0
You may view plans & specs at the following locations: JRL Office @ 314 S. Academy St. Pilot Mtn, NC. Also, Bidding Documents also may be examined at the following locations and All work will be in accordance with the Plans and Specifications which are on file in the office of “The City of Greensboro”, Contact Ms. Kristen Kollgaard: Engineering Division, 300 West Washington Street, Suite 322, Greensboro, North Carolina 27401, telephone: (336) 437-7966, fax: (336) 373-2338, or email: engbids@greensboro-nc.gov
JRL is willing to review any responsible quote and will negotiate terms, if appropriate. We will notify your firm if your bid is accepted for this project. Please contact Daniel Lynch @ number listed below, if you have not heard from JRL by 9-18-2025 and I will inform you of the status of your bid. If you need assistance with equipment, obtaining bonding (J.R.L. will furnish bonds for all projects & will help you obtain the proper certification, (if you are not certified.) loan capital, lines of credit, insurance or joint pay agreements, please see JRL terms below or contact us and we will review your needs and direct you to available agencies for assistance.
Bonding: It is Jimmy R. Lynch & Sons, Inc. policy NOT to require M/WBE subcontractors to provide bonding to Jimmy R. Lynch & Sons, Inc. for their portion of the work. All M/WBE subcontractors will be allowed to work under Jimmy R. Lynch & Sons, Inc Performance & Payment Bonds to the Owner.
If you would like to obtain a bond on this project to help build your bonding capacity, please let us know through email, phone call or specifying on your quote and we will put you in contact with our Bonding Agent.
Financial Assistance: Jimmy R. Lynch & Sons, Inc. will provide Joint Check Agreements to all M/WBE subcontractors. Please request a Joint Check Agreement in writing. We will work with you and the material vendor to develop a Joint Check Agreement to satisfy all parties.
Quick Payments: It is Jimmy R. Lynch & Sons, Inc. policy to provide Quick Payments to all M/WBE subcontractors. Jimmy R Lynch & Sons, Inc will provide payment to all M/WBE subcontractors on a weekly basis if the work for which payment is being requested is complete and accepted by the Owner.
JRL encourages 2nd tier M/WBE Subcontracting opportunities. We encourage our subcontractors to utilize 2nd and 3rd tier M/WBE Subcontractors.

Juntos Hacia el Éxito: Impulsa tu Negocio
2025-09-09 17:30 - 19:30 | 5800 Faringdon Pl, 5800 Faringdon Place, Raleigh, NC, 27609, United States
Impulsa tu negocio a través de este curso de 7 semanas donde nos reunimos los martes de 5:30 PM a 7:30 PM.

El Women’s Business Center of NC, con apoyo del Impact Grant asignado por parte de la Cuidad de Raleigh y en colaboracion con el Consulado de Mexico de Raleigh, les presentamos el cuso completamente en espanol: Juntos Hacia el Exito: Impulsa tu Negocio
Septiembre 9, 2025 – Octubre 28, 2025
Martes de 5:30 PM a 7:30 PM
En persona en Raleigh
¿Qué aprenderás en este curso?

Conoce el valor de tu negocio y fija metas claras.
Descubre como superar los obstáculos del marketing y establece una presencia digital.
Domina los contratos gubernamentales a nivel local, estatal y federal, y aprende como aprovechar las certificaciones para hacer crecer tu negocio.
Establece un buen crédito empresarial y explora alternativas.
Comprende los estados financieros: perdidas y ganancias, balance general y flujo de caja para impulsar el crecimiento de tu negocio.
Y mucho más…

Actualmente aceptando aplicaciones hasta el 6 de agosto, 2025 o hasta agotarse cupos (15).
Si son aceptados tienen que comprometerse a las 7 sesiones. Si faltan mas de una sesion los daremos de baja.
Continua registrandote aqui a traves de Eventbrite. Preguntas? Contáctanos a: Erica Vazquez evazquez@theinstitutenc.org
Requisitos:
Para ser aceptado al curso: Almenos 1 ano con el negocio, actualmente haciendo o buscando hacer negocios en Raleigh. Se les avisara el 8 de Agosto si ha sido aceptado. Si son aceptados tienen que comprometerse a las 7 sesiones. Si faltan mas de una sesion los daremos de baja.

Lewisville – Lift Station Upgrades, FB2633
2025-09-09
Jimmy R. Lynch & Sons, Inc. An Equal Employment Opportunity Contractor, NC General Contractors # 7706 Will Consider All Quotes Regardless of Race, Color, Religion, Sex, or National Origin and is Soliciting Bids for M/WBE Participation.
We would appreciate a quotation from your firm for all work and/or materials on the following project:
Project Name: Lewisville – Lift Station Upgrades, FB2633

Bid Date: Thursday, September 9th, 2025

Please provide your proposal by: 09-08-25 @ 5:00 PM

We are soliciting subcontract bids for the following trades. Work may include, but not limited to: lift station upgrades, sewer, water, pipe work, seeding, mulching, double seal asphalt surface treatment, HMAC parking lot replacement, hauling, stone, clearing and grubbing, erosion and sediment control, traffic control, demolition of existing lift station, surveying and staking, aggregate base course, stone, mulching, excavation, fence gates, chain link fencing, stabilization stone, mobilization and demobilization
along with any incidentals and materials necessary for construction to complete the project.

The Project includes the following Work:
1. 4,520 LF 8” C900 PVC Force Main
2. 4,850 LF 8” SDR-26 PVC Sanitary Sewer
3. 500-GPM Submersible Duplex Lift Station and Associated Site Improvements
4. 3,300 LF 20-ft Wide ABC Access Driveway with 12-ft Double Seal AST
5. All other appurtenances, electric and water service utilities, electrical and
instrumentation for a complete and

The work performed under this Contract shall include but may not be limited to: The furnishing of all labor, materials, equipment and services, whether specifically mentioned or not, that is required to complete the Construction of the Work of the project. All requirements of the State of North Carolina and all pertinent administrative regulations shall apply to this project as if herein written out in full.

Please contact Daniel Lynch at dlynch@jrlynchandsons.com if you have any questions on the job link below.

The following link will provide you with digital Plans and Specs
https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/1yodsl2s18zx969f7fb7g/AAC2cTX81XprQagYs2qA73A?rlkey=[REDACTED]&st=quf63f6x&dl=0

or

The most current edition of The City of Winston-Salem Technical Specifications and Detail Drawings for Water Line and Sanitary Sewer Line Construction will govern all water and sanitary sewer construction. The City’s files can be viewed online at:
https://www.cityofws.org/596/Publications

You may view plans & specs at the following locations: JRL Office @ 314 S. Academy St. Pilot Mtn, NC.

Contract documents, including Drawings and Technical Specifications, are on file and may be reviewed at the following locations: JRL Office @ 314 S. Academy St. Pilot Mtn, NC 27041

JRL is willing to review any responsible quote and will negotiate terms, if appropriate. We will notify your firm if your bid is accepted for this project. Please contact Daniel Lynch @ number listed below, if you have not heard from JRL by 9-16-2025 and I will inform you of the status of your bid.

If you need assistance with equipment, obtaining bonding, (J.R.L. will furnish bonds for all projects & will help you obtain the proper certification, (if you are not certified.) loan capital, lines of credit, insurance or joint pay agreements, please see JRL terms below or contact us and we will review your needs and direct you to available agencies for assistance.

No M/WBE firms were rejected due to lack of qualifications. No negotiations were needed. All M/WBE subcontractors’ quotes are considered, and none were rejected without sound reason.

Bonding: It is Jimmy R. Lynch & Sons, Inc. policy NOT to require M/WBE subcontractors to provide bonding to Jimmy R. Lynch & Sons, Inc. for their portion of the work. All M/WBE subcontractors will be allowed to work under Jimmy R. Lynch & Sons, Inc Performance & Payment Bonds to the Owner.

If you would like to obtain a bond on this project to help build your bonding capacity, please let us know through email, phone call or specifying on your quote and we will get you in contact with our Bonding Agent.

Financial Assistance: Jimmy R. Lynch & Sons, Inc. will provide Joint Check Agreements to all M/WBE subcontractors. Please request a Joint Check Agreement in writing. We will work with you and the material vendor to develop a Joint Check Agreement to satisfy all parties.

Quick Payments: It is Jimmy R. Lynch & Sons, Inc. policy to provide Quick Payments to all M/WBE subcontractors. Jimmy R Lynch & Sons, Inc will provide payment to all M/WBE subcontractors on a weekly basis if the work for which payment is being requested is complete and accepted by the Owner.
Please contact me at dlynch@jrlynchandsons.com with any questions
JRL encourages 2nd tier M/WBE Subcontracting opportunities. We encourage our subcontractors to utilize 2nd and 3rd tier M/WBE Subcontractors.
Please Submit Quote the Day Prior to Bid Opening Phone: 336-368-4047 Fax: 336-368-4613

Edgecombe County / Replace Bridge #10 Over Bynum Mill Creek
2025-09-09
T. A. Loving Company (NC General Contractor License No. 325) is seeking certified DBE subcontractors and suppliers for the following projects that bid for NCDOT:
Bid Date: 09/09/2025 at 2:00 PM
Project: Replace Bridge #10 Over Bynum Mill Creek in Edgecombe County (Division 4)
Plans and specifications are available for inspection at the following locations: TA Loving Company, NC DOT Division office.
Potential subcontracting opportunities include but are not limited to surveying, demolition, clearing and grubbing, hauling, asphalt paving, striping, traffic control, earthwork, erosion control, and seeding.
Please contact Justin E. Hill at our office as soon as possible if you are interested in submitting a proposal on any portion(s) of this project. Quotes may be emailed to Justin E. Hill – jehill@taloving.com. All quotations will be accepted up to the bid closing time of the bid date. Our address, phone number, and fax number is as follows.
T. A. Loving Company PO Box 919 Goldsboro, NC 27533 919-734-8400 (phone) 919-736-2148 (fax).
TA Loving Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Jonesville – Water Line Improvements
2025-09-04
immy R. Lynch & Sons, Inc. An Equal Employment Opportunity Contractor, NC General Contractors # 7706 Will Consider All Quotes Regardless of Race, Color, Religion, Sex, or National Origin and is Soliciting Bids for M/WBE Participation.
We would appreciate a quotation from your firm for all work and/or materials on the following project:
Project Name: Jonesville – Water Line Improvements

Bid Date: Thursday, September 4th, 2025 @ 2:00 PM

Please provide your proposal by: 09-3-25 @ 5:00 PM

We are soliciting subcontract bids for the following trades. Work may include, but not limited to: Clearing and grubbing where necessary, traffic control, temporary removal and restoration or temporary support of, but not limited to, existing mailboxes, signs, fences, shrubs, plants (under 6 feet in height), guard rails, power and telephone poles, excavating, shoring and bracing where required, dewatering as required, installing, backfilling (including Class I material as specified for the pipe bedding, haunching, and initial backfill), installation of warning / identification tape over utilities, Installation of tracer wire on non-metallic utilities, temporary support and protection of existing underground facilities, pipe, concrete blocking and encasement, connection to existing piping, fittings, and restrained joint fittings, flushing and testing, repair to damaged new and existing utilities, adjust existing and new valve boxes to finished surface elevations, cutting and removal of existing paved surfaces, patching of existing paved surfaces shall be paid as indicated elsewhere, grade disturbed areas to original surface profile prior to seeding, clean up and seeding, water line installation, erosion control, painting, water work, erosion control, rock excavation, grout fill, asphalt repair, insertion valves, hauling, concrete, gravel, brick and stone, silt fence, along with any incidentals and materials necessary for construction to complete the project.

The Project includes the following Work:
1) Installation of 2,989 LF of 8” PVC C900 water line and associated appurtenances.
2) Installation of 3,745 LF of 6” PVC C900 water line and associated appurtenances.
3) Installation of (9) 12-inch and (1) 8-inch insertion valves on existing mains.
4) Replacement of 1,282 water services from main to meter.
a. Includes replacement of meter box, meter setter and backflow preventer.
b. Existing services to be abandoned after installation of new service.

The work performed under this Contract shall include but may not be limited to: The furnishing of all labor, materials, equipment and services, whether specifically mentioned or not, that is required to complete the Construction of the Work of the project. All requirements of the State of North Carolina and all pertinent administrative regulations shall apply to this project as if herein written out in full.

Please contact Daniel Lynch at dlynch@jrlynchandsons.com if you have any questions on the job link below.

The following link will provide you with digital Plans and Specs
https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/ewkvwqvwfdklhch7hka0p/ALyUAmbvFGxTlTek7VXNXIs?rlkey=[REDACTED]&st=0e8pljyp&dl=0

You may view plans & specs at the following locations: JRL Office @ 314 S. Academy St. Pilot Mtn, NC.

Contract documents, including Drawings and Technical Specifications, are on file and may be reviewed at the following locations:

Prospective Bidders may examine the Bidding Documents as follows:
The Issuing Office and Owner’s Office on Monday through Friday between the hours of 9 am and 4 pm.

Owner: Town of Jonesville
1503 NC HWY 67
Jonesville, NC 28642

Engineer & Issuing Office for Bidding Documents:
The Wooten Company
119 Brookstown Avenue, Suite 100
Winston-Salem, NC 27101
336.722.5326
Attention of Ms. Lisa Bradshaw (lbradshaw@thewootencompany.com) at the issuing office

Or

Dodge Construction (online)
Construct Connect (online)
North American Procurement Council, Inc. (online)

JRL is willing to review any responsible quote and will negotiate terms, if appropriate. We will notify your firm if your bid is accepted for this project. Please contact Daniel Lynch @ number listed below, if you have not heard from JRL by 8-11-2025 and I will inform you of the status of your bid.

If you need assistance with equipment, obtaining bonding, (J.R.L. will furnish bonds for all projects & will help you obtain the proper certification, (if you are not certified.) loan capital, lines of credit, insurance or joint pay agreements, please see JRL terms below or contact us and we will review your needs and direct you to available agencies for assistance.

No M/WBE firms were rejected due to lack of qualifications. No negotiations were needed. All M/WBE subcontractors’ quotes are considered, and none were rejected without sound reason.

Bonding: It is Jimmy R. Lynch & Sons, Inc. policy NOT to require M/WBE subcontractors to provide bonding to Jimmy R. Lynch & Sons, Inc. for their portion of the work. All M/WBE subcontractors will be allowed to work under Jimmy R. Lynch & Sons, Inc Performance & Payment Bonds to the Owner.

If you would like to obtain a bond on this project to help build your bonding capacity, please let us know through email, phone call or specifying on your quote and we will get you in contact with our Bonding Agent.

Financial Assistance: Jimmy R. Lynch & Sons, Inc. will provide Joint Check Agreements to all M/WBE subcontractors. Please request a Joint Check Agreement in writing. We will work with you and the material vendor to develop a Joint Check Agreement to satisfy all parties.

Quick Payments: It is Jimmy R. Lynch & Sons, Inc. policy to provide Quick Payments to all M/WBE subcontractors. Jimmy R Lynch & Sons, Inc will provide payment to all M/WBE subcontractors on a weekly basis if the work for which payment is being requested is complete and accepted by the Owner.
Please contact me at dlynch@jrlynchandsons.com with any questions
JRL encourages 2nd tier M/WBE Subcontracting opportunities. We encourage our subcontractors to utilize 2nd and 3rd tier M/WBE Subcontractors.
Please Submit Quote the Day Prior to Bid Opening Phone: 336-368-4047 Fax: 336-368-4613

CPCC – Levine Public Safety Training Facility – Phase 1
2025-08-29
Central Piedmont Community College – Levine Public Safety Training Facility – Phase 1
Samet Corporation is now accepting prequalification applications for the construction of a New Public Safety Training Facility in Matthews, NC with a deadline of August 29, 2025, unless modified by the CM or Owner at a future date. Please request a prequalification form by contacting Angie Hudson at ahudson@sametcorp.com for an invitation to the prequalification documents and links.
Project Description: New Training Buildings and Structures for First Responders Recruits and Inservice Training.
In accordance with the N.C. General Statutes 143-129, 143-128.1, 143-135.8, all bidders must be prequalified by the Construction Manager to submit a sealed bid proposal for this project. All 1 st tier subcontractors and/or suppliers are required to complete the prequalification process. This prequalification process requires 1st tier subcontractors or suppliers complete a Subcontractor / Supplier Trade Partner Qualification Form. Interested bidders should contact Samet Team Member Angie Hudson at 980.585.9103 if you have any questions regarding Prequalification.
Minority owned and women owned businesses are encouraged to submit prequalification applications for this construction project. Samet awards public contracts without regard to race, religion, color, creed, national origin, sex, age or handicapping condition as defined by North Carolina General Statutes, Section 168A-3.

Transform Your Space & Boost Your Mood With Color Psychology
2025-08-28 11:30 - 13:00
Learn about science and strategy behind using color to boost energy levels, increase productivity and create wellness focused spaces.

Use Color Psychology to Transform Your Space.

Boost Your Mood, Increase Productivity and Create Wellness-Focused Spaces at Home and Work.

Join us to learn from Sharon Carey, an expert certified in Science and Design:

How to select color with purpose to create spaces that inspire, support your well-being, and make life more beautiful.

Use insights from neuroaesthetics and biophilic design, to explore how color influences mood and behavior.

Best ways to create a physical space that will support your emotional well-being.

Reimagine, Recreate, Refresh.

And Reinvigorate yourself by considering the physical environment of your personal and office spaces.

EVENT DETAILS:
DATE: Thursday, August 28
TIME: 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
LOCATION: this is an online event.
Zoom link will be sent upon registration

Gaston County, NC / Dallas High Shoals Water
2025-08-28
STATE UTILITY CONTRACTORS, INC.
P.O. BOX 5019 – MONROE, N.C. 28111-5019 (704) 289-6400 FAX (704) 282-0590
REQUEST FOR SUBCONTRACT BIDS
Project: Dallas High Shoals Water Interconnect Contract 1- Water Line Location: Gaston County, North Carolina
Engineer: LKC Engineering, PLLC 140 Aqua Shed Court Contractor: State Utility Contractors, Inc.
Aberdeen, NC 28315 Estimator: Jacob Smith
(910) 420-1437 Email: jsmith@sucontractors.com
Bid Date: 8/28/2025 at 2pm Scope Due by: 8/27/2025 at 5pm
Bid Document: MBE solicitation letter (2)

WWTP Improvements – Contract #1
2025-08-28
Invitation to Bid
Project: WWTP Improvements – Contract #1
Owner: Town of Macclesfield, NC Bid Date: August 28, 2025
Engineer: McDavid Associates, Inc. Bid Time: 2:00 PM
Your Company is invited to bid part(s) of the above referenced project.
This project requires specific participation by subcontractors who are classified as a DBE/MBE/WBE certified by any state, local or tribal unit in the State of North Carolina. As a responsible General Contractor, we will aggressively pursue subcontractor participation in excess of the minimum requirements. All subcontractors need to make an effort to solicit DBE/MBE/WBE participation.
Bid Document: MWBE Advertisment for Invitation to Bid – Macclesfield WWTP

City of Wilson / The Campus at 587 Water Main
2025-08-28
T. A. Loving Company (NC General Contractor License No. 325) is seeking certified DBE, MBE, and WBE subcontractors and suppliers for The Campus at 587 Water Main Extensions project for the City of Wilson which bids on August 28, 2025, at 2:00 PM. Plans and specifications for this project are available at the following locations: T. A. Loving Company; 400 Patetown Road; Goldsboro, NC 27530 * City of Wilson; Operations Center; 1800 Herring Avenue, East; Wilson, NC 27893 * Green Engineering, PLLC; 303 Goldsboro Street, East; Wilson, NC 27893.
Potential subcontracting opportunities include but are not limited to surveying, clearing and grubbing, hauling, asphalt paving, striping, traffic control, erosion control, seeding, linework/pipe installation, jack & bore, directional drilling, bypass pumping, and flatwork. Please contact Jeff Price (jprice@taloving.com) if you are interested in submitting a proposal on any portion(s) of this project. Contact via phone 919-734-8400; fax: 919-736-2148; or email. All quotations will be accepted up to the closing time of the bid date. T. A. Loving Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Pleas advise if assistance is needed with obtaining necessary equipment, supplies, materials, or insurance/bonding to satisfy the work requirements. We are willing to accept quotations for all or partial quantities and items of work. We can offer 2-party check payments and quick payment agreements, but the agreements need to be negotiated prior to the bid date.

Dallas, NC / Dallas High Shoals Water Interconnect
2025-08-28
STATE UTILITY CONTRACTORS, INC.
P.O. BOX 5019 – MONROE, N.C. 28111-5019 | (704) 289-6400 | FAX (704) 282-0590
Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Construction Division
REQUEST FOR SUBCONTRACT BIDS
Project: Dallas High Shoals Water Interconnect, Contract 3 – Pump Station
Location: Dallas, NC
Gaston County
Engineer: HDR Engineering Inc. Contractor: State Utility Contractors, Inc.
555 Fayetteville Street, Suite 900 Estimator: Bill Williams
Raleigh, NC 27601 Email: PlantEstimating@sucontractors.com
Bid Date: August 28, 2025 @ 2:00 PM Scope Due by: August 27, 2025 @ 5:00 PM
Bid Document: Sub Bid Request – Dallas High Shoals PS

Mooresville, NC / Reeds Creek Pump Station
2025-08-28
STATE UTILITY CONTRACTORS, INC.
P.O. BOX 5019 – MONROE, N.C. 28111-5019 | (704) 289-6400 | FAX (704) 282-0590
Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Construction Division
REQUEST FOR SUBCONTRACT BIDS
Project: Reeds Creek Pump Station Location: Mooresville, NC
Iredell County
Engineer: Willis Engineers Contractor: State Utility Contractors, Inc.
10700 Sikes Place – Suite 115
Charlotte, NC 28277
Estimator: Bill Williams
Email: PlantEstimating@sucontractors.com
Bid Date: August 28, 2025 @ 2:00 PM Scope Due by: August 27, 2025 @ 5:00 PM
Bid Document: Sub Bid Request – Reeds Creek PS

Wilson County, NC The Campus at 587 Water Main Extensions
2025-08-28
Our firm is considering submitting a bid for the Neuse River Wastewater Pump Station Replacement project that bids on Thursday August 28th, 2025 at 2:00 P.M. We are particularly interested in receiving minority subcontract and material supply quotes on or before August 27th, 2025 in our office on any of the following items of work; or other contract items of interest to your firm:
Description
Erosion Control Items
Clearing & Grubbing
Seeding & Mulching
Chain Link Fencing
Trucking/Stone Hauling
Asphalt
Curb & Gutter
Utility Construction
Horizontal Bores
Directional Drilling
Surveying
Asphalt/Concrete Pavement Repairs
Supplier of Materials for Project Construction
Or any other items that may be of Interest to your firm.
Plans and specifications for the project and specifically for the items listed above are available in our office, may be examined at City of Wilson, NC, 1800 Herring Avenue, Wilson, NC and Green Engineering PLLC office 303 Goldsboro Street East, Wilson, NC 27893.
If it will facilitate your opportunity to perform work on this contract, we would be willing to consider your quotation on a smaller quantity of any of the above listed items. We would be willing to assist you in obtaining any bonding or insurance requirements in connection with this project. Please contact us if we may provide assistance in obtaining any equipment, material, or supply sources or contacts to help facilitate your quotation.
If you wish to review the bidding documents, receive assistance in understanding the plans and specifications, or if you have any questions we can answer, please let me know. I can be reached by phone at (919) 718-1012, or fax (919) 775-4772.

Sanford NC, House in the Horseshoe
2025-08-28
Our firm is considering submitting a bid for the New Visitor Center project that bids on August 28th, 2025, at 3:00 P.M. We are particularly interested in receiving minority subcontract and material supply quotes on or before August 27th at 12pm in our office on any of the following items of work, or other contract items of interest to your firm:

Description of work needing to be done
All Trades

Plans and specifications for the project and specifically for the items listed above are available in our office or by email request.

If it will facilitate your opportunity to perform work on this contract, we would be willing to consider your quotation on a smaller quantity of any of the above listed items. We would be willing to assist you in obtaining any bonding or insurance requirements in connection with this project. Please contact us if we may provide assistance in obtaining any equipment, material, or supply sources or contacts to help facilitate your quotation.

If you wish to review the bidding documents, receive assistance in understanding the plans and specifications, or if you have any questions we can answer, please let me know. (919) 718-1012, fax # (919) 774-1497.

Sanford, NC / House in the Horseshoe - New Visitor Center
2025-08-28
Project
House in the Horseshoe – New Visitor Center

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Project Name: House in the Horseshoe – New Visitor Center
Location: 288 Alston House Rd. Sanford, NC 27330
Contact: Taylor Hobbs 919-545-2004 (thobbs@hobbsarchitects.com)
Prebid Date: 7/31/25 10:30 am
Bid Date: 8/28/25 3:00 pm
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An open pre-bid meeting for all General Contractors interested in bidding, will be held at 10:30 am on July 31, 2025 at House in the Horseshoe Historic Site; 288 Alston House Rd, Sanford, NC 27330 The meeting will address project specific questions, issues, bidding procedures, and bid forms.

Onslow Water and Sewer Authority / US 17/Burns Street Sewer
2025-08-26
T. A. Loving Company (NC General Contractor License No. 325) is seeking certified DBE, MBE, and WBE subcontractors and suppliers for the US 17/Burns Street Sewer Replacement project for Onslow Water and Sewer Authority which bids on August 26, 2025, at 2:00 PM. Plans and specifications for this project are available at the following locations: T. A. Loving Company; 400 Patetown Road; Goldsboro, NC 27530 * Onslow Water and Sewer Authority; 228 Georgetown Road; Jacksonville, NC 28540 * Dodge Data and Analytics website * ConstructConnect website * Hispanic Contractors Association of the Carolinas website * NC Institute of Minority Economic Development (NCIMED) website.
Potential subcontracting opportunities include but are not limited to surveying, hauling, asphalt paving, traffic control, linework/pipe installation, jack & bore, and bypass pumping. Please contact Jeff Price (jprice@taloving.com) if you are interested in submitting a proposal on any portion(s) of this project. Contact via phone 919-734-8400; fax: 919-736-2148; or email. All quotations will be accepted up to the closing time of the bid date. T. A. Loving Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Please advise if assistance is needed with obtaining necessary equipment, supplies, materials, or insurance/bonding to satisfy the work requirements. We are willing to accept quotations for all or partial quantities and items of work. We can offer 2-party check payments and quick payment agreements, but the agreements need to be negotiated prior to the bid date.

Grays Creek Water Main Extension
2025-08-26
T. A. Loving Company (NC General Contractor License No. 325) is seeking certified DBE, MBE, and WBE subcontractors and suppliers for the Grays Creek Water Main Extension project for the Fayetteville Public Works Commission which bids on August 26, 2025, at 3:00 PM. Plans and specifications for this project are available at the following locations: T. A. Loving Company; 400 Patetown Road; Goldsboro, NC 27530 * Fayetteville PWC Procurement website * Fayetteville State University Construction Resource Office website * ConstructConnect website * NC Institute of Minority Economic Development (NCIMED) website.
Potential subcontracting opportunities include but are not limited to surveying, hauling, asphalt paving, striping, traffic control, erosion control, seeding, linework/pipe installation, bypass pumping, and flatwork. Please contact Jeff Price (jprice@taloving.com) if you are interested in submitting a proposal on any portion(s) of this project. Contact via phone 919-734-8400; fax: 919-736-2148; or email. All quotations will be accepted up to the closing time of the bid date. T. A. Loving Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Please advise if assistance is needed with obtaining necessary equipment, supplies, materials, or insurance/bonding to satisfy the work requirements. We are willing to accept quotations for all or partial quantities and items of work. We can offer 2-party check payments and quick payment agreements, but the agreements need to be negotiated prior to the bid date.

FAYETTEVILLE PUBLIC WORKS COMMISSION GRAY’S CREEK WATER MAIN EXT.
2025-08-26
Our firm is considering submitting a bid for the Neuse River Wastewater Pump Station Replacement project that bids on Tuesday August 26th, 2025 at 3:00 P.M. We are particularly interested in receiving minority subcontract and material supply quotes on or before August 25th, 2025 in our office on any of the following items of work; or other contract items of interest to your firm:
Description
Erosion Control Items
Clearing & Grubbing
Seeding & Mulching
Chain Link Fencing
Trucking/Stone Hauling
Asphalt
Curb & Gutter
Utility Construction
Horizontal Bores
Directional Drilling
Surveying
Asphalt/Concrete Pavement Repairs
Supplier of Materials for Project Construction
Or any other items that may be of
Interest to your firm.
Plans and specifications for the project and specifically for the items listed above are available in our office and will be available online for viewing and downloading on or about Tuesday, August 5, 2025 on the PWC Procurement website at https://www.faypwc.com/purchasing. In addition, the documents will be available from the Fayetteville State University Construction Resource Office (FSU CRO) at https://www.uncfsu.edu/academics/colleges-schools-and-departments/broadwell-college-ofbusiness-and-economics/outreach-centers/construction-resource-office. In collaboration with the North Carolina Institute of Minority Economic Development, the FSU CRO offers services and support to help small, minority, veteran, and women-owned businesses identify and compete for construction-related projects.
If it will facilitate your opportunity to perform work on this contract, we would be willing to consider your quotation on a smaller quantity of any of the above listed items. We would be willing to assist you in obtaining any bonding or insurance requirements in connection with this project. Please contact us if we may provide assistance in obtaining any equipment, material, or supply sources or contacts to help facilitate your quotation.
If you wish to review the bidding documents, receive assistance in understanding the plans and specifications, or if you have any questions we can answer, please let me know. I can be reached by phone at (919) 718-1012, or fax (919) 775-4772.

McNair Heights - Project to Bid (3 of 3)
2025-08-25
The project, scheduled for a Monday, August 25, 2025 bid opening, includes infrastructure of water, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, and street extensions for a residential subdivision. Habitat for Humanity of Goldsboro-Wayne, Inc. is the developer.
Document: Detail Specs – Div 1 and 2

McNair Heights - Project to Bid (2 of 3)
2025-08-25
The project, scheduled for a Monday, August 25, 2025 bid opening, includes infrastructure of water, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, and street extensions for a residential subdivision. Habitat for Humanity of Goldsboro-Wayne, Inc. is the developer.
Document: Title thru Div 0

McNair Heights - Project to Bid (1 of 3)
2025-08-25
The project, scheduled for a Monday, August 25, 2025 bid opening, includes infrastructure of water, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, and street extensions for a residential subdivision. Habitat for Humanity of Goldsboro-Wayne, Inc. is the developer.
Document: McNair Heights 6-25-2025-SEALED

Habitat for Humanity of Goldsboro-Wayne, Inc.
2025-08-25
Habitat for Humanity of Goldsboro-Wayne, Inc.
Owner
2719 Graves Drive, Suite 3 (PO Box 10809)
Address
Goldsboro, NC 27534 (27532)Separate sealed BIDS for the construction of McNAIR HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION – PHASE 1 will be rece ived by Habitat for Humanity at the office of Cox-Edwards Company, Inc., 1205 Parkway Drive, Goldsboro, NC 27534 until 2:00 PM, Monday, August 25, 2025 and then at said office publically opened and read aloud. Work shall include: Phase 1A – pavement removal and replacement for installation of approximately 420 LF of 8” sanitary sewer main, 1450 SY of 1.5” thick pavement resurfacing, and water and sewer services; Phase 1B – installing approximately 1335 LF of streets with 31’ back to back curb and gutter and 3990 SY of 8” ABC stone with 3” of asphalt pavement; 1120 LF of 8” sanitary sewer main, 1060 LF of 6” water main, and 1820 LF total of 18”, 24”, 30”, and 36” storm sewer pipe for service to 31 residential lots total on Phase 1.
Document: SECTION 00030 – Advertisement for Bids-McNair
