PREQUALIFICATION ADVERTISEMENT 

Blum Construction has been selected as the Construction Manager @ Risk by Chatham County and is seeking to pre-qualify construction trade contractors to submit bids for furnishing labor, materials, equipment and tools for the Parker’s Ridge Park project in New Hill, NC.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Phase 1 of the Parker’s Ridge Park in Chatham County, NC to include the creation of an all-encompassing park with playground amenities (with ADA accessible equipment), pump track courses for all age groups, a restroom shelter with attached fishing dock overlooking the central pond, prefabricated maintenance building, and walking trails. Project will include all site work & landscape associated with reworking the existing 23.5 acres of land – including demo and new work where required. Additional phases to come in the future, including the addition of a multi-phased recreation center. Project is in honor of the Parker’s family, local New Hill residents who donated their parcel of land to build for the Chatham County & neighboring communities.

Principal trade contractors are solicited for the following bid packages: 

Bid Package
BP0100
Bid Package Description
General Trades
Estimated Budget
$225,000.00

Bid Package
BP0240
Bid Package Description
Selective Demolition
Estimated Budget
$50,000.00

Bid Package
BP0300
Bid Package Description
Concrete
Estimated Budget
$350,000.00

Bid Package
BP0400
Bid Package Description
Masonry
Estimated Budget
$100,000.00

Bid Package
BP0500
Bid Package Description
Structural Steel
Estimated Budget
$50,000.00

Bid Package
BP0611
Bid Package Description
Wood Roof Framing
Estimated Budget
$100,000.00

Bid Package
BP0615
Bid Package Description
Wood Dock
Estimated Budget
$100,000.00

Bid Package
BP0640
Bid Package Description
Casework & Countertops
Estimated Budget
$25,000.00

Bid Package
BP0710
Bid Package Description
Thermal & Moisture Protection
Estimated Budget
$25,000.00

Bid Package
BP0746
Bid Package Description
Fiber Cement Siding
Estimated Budget
$25,000.00
Bid Package
BP0750

Bid Package Description
Metal Roofing & Gutters
Estimated Budget
$75,000.00

Bid Package
BP0810
Bid Package Description
Doors & Hardware
Estimated Budget
$10,000.00

Bid Package
BP0833
Bid Package Description
Coiling Doors
Estimated Budget
$50,000.00

Bid Package
BP0920
Bid Package Description
Gypsum Board Assemblies
Estimated Budget
$25,000.00

Bid Package
BP0990
Bid Package Description
Painting
Estimated Budget
$25,000.00

Bid Package
BP1000
Bid Package Description
Specialties
Estimated Budget
$25,000.00

Bid Package
BP1014
Bid Package Description
Signage
Estimated Budget
$25,000.00

Bid Package
BP1334
Bid Package Description
Prefabricated Metal Building
Estimated Budget
$175,000.00

Bid Package
BP2200
Bid Package Description
Plumbing
Estimated Budget
$125,000.00

Bid Package
BP2300
Bid Package Description
HVAC
Estimated Budget
$25,000.00

Bid Package
BP2600
Bid Package Description
Electrical
Estimated Budget
$275,000.00

Bid Package
BP3100
Bid Package Description
Sitework & Site Utilities
Estimated Budget
$3,100,000.00

Bid Package
BP3231
Bid Package Description
Fences & Gates
Estimated Budget
$50,000.00

Bid Package
BP3290
Landscape
Estimated Budget
$600,000.00

Bid Package
BP3300
Bid Package Description
Septic System
Estimated Budget
$125,000.00

Additional packages may be added and deleted by the Owner and Construction Manager.

Details regarding a Project Information Session are forthcoming and will be shared at a later date.

Blum Construction has a long-standing commitment to maximize minority and other HUB participation on all our projects, and we recognize the importance Chatham County places on minority and HUB participation. There is an established 15% MWBE participation goal on this project. Historically underutilized and minority business participation is strongly encouraged. If MWBE subcontractors require assistance with bonding or payment terms, please let us know. Blum Construction has the ability to create custom solutions to support a successful project outcome. Examples of Trade Partner Support include quick pay arrangements, modified insurance limits, bonding access or alternative bonding solutions, joint check agreements, prequalification assistance, disaggregation of bid packages, alternate options for financial statements prequalification requirements, break out of materials and equipment to support cash flow.

Prequalification forms can be obtained through our online plan room at https://www.flblum.com/subcontractors/.

Completed prequalification forms should be submitted to Lauren by July 2, 2025. For any questions, please contact Lauren Ashley ([email protected]).

Target bid date is October 2025.