PREQUALIFICATION ADVERTISEMENT 

Blum Construction and Right Build International has been selected, in a Joint Venture, as the Construction Manager @ Risk by Fayetteville State University and is seeking to pre-qualify construction trade contractors to submit bids for furnishing labor, materials, equipment and tools for the Helen T. Chick Building Renovation project in Fayetteville, NC.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Renovations to the existing Helen T. Chick Building on Fayetteville State’s campus, originally constructed in 1968. The building is approximately 45,363 SF, divided across 3 stories, and currently houses student support programs affiliated with the school. Renovations to include replacement of existing handrails to meet building code, modification of existing hydraulic elevator to meet AHJ requirements, selective interior demolition and asbestos abatement, doors, frames & hardware changes, with new interior paint, finishes and specialties. ADA upgrades to include new toilet rooms on Level 1. This project also addresses targeted fire protection, plumbing, mechanical and electrical upgrades.

Principal trade contractors are solicited for the following bid packages: 

Bid Package
BP0100
Bid Package Description
General Trades
Estimated Budget
$300,000.00

Bid Package
BP0174
Bid Package Description
Final Cleaning
Estimated Budget
$30,000.00

Bid Package
BP0240
Bid Package Description
Selective Demolition
Estimated Budget
$150,000.00

Bid Package
BP0300
Bid Package Description
Concrete
Estimated Budget
$50,000.00

Bid Package
BP0400
Bid Package Description
Masonry
Estimated Budget
$50,000.00

Bid Package
BP0500
Bid Package Description
Steel
Estimated Budget
$120,000.00

Bid Package
BP0640
Bid Package Description
Casework
Estimated Budget
$50,000.00

Bid Package
BP0750
Bid Package Description
Roofing
Estimated Budget
$35,000.00

Bid Package
BP0810
Bid Package Description
Doors, Frames & Hardware
Estimated Budget
$140,000.00

Bid Package
BP0880
Bid Package Description
Glass & Glazing
Estimated Budget
$45,000.00

Bid Package
BP0925
Bid Package Description
Drywall & ACT
Estimated Budget
$300,000.00

Bid Package
BP0930
Bid Package Description
Tile
Estimated Budget
$65,000.00

Bid Package
BP0960
Bid Package Description
Flooring
Estimated Budget
$75,000.00

Bid Package
BP0990
Bid Package Description
Painting
Estimated Budget
$150,000.00

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

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

Bid Package
BP1420
Bid Package Description
Elevator
Estimated Budget
$350,000.00

Bid Package
BP2100
Bid Package Description
Fire Protection
Estimated Budget
$425,000.00

Bid Package
BP2200
Bid Package Description
Plumbing
Estimated Budget
$275,000.00

Bid Package
BP2300
Bid Package Description
HVAC
Estimated Budget
$3,000,000.00

Bid Package
BP2600
Bid Package Description
Electrical
Estimated Budget
$1,700,000.00

Bid Package
BP2700
Bid Package Description
Low Voltage
Estimated Budget
$200,000.00

Bid Package
BP3100
Bid Package Description
Sitework
Estimated Budget
$350,000.00

Bid Package
BP3290
Bid Package Description
Landscaping
Estimated Budget
$50,000.00

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

Additional details regarding a Project Information Session are forthcoming and will be posted at a later date.

Blum-RBI has a long-standing commitment to maximize minority and other HUB participation on all our projects, and we recognize the importance Fayetteville State University places on minority and HUB participation. There is an established 20% 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-RBI 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 September 16, 2025. For any questions, please contact Lauren Ashley ([email protected]). Target bid date is December 2025.