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Prequalification: Raleigh Convention and Performing Arts Complex - Expansion and Relocation

CITY OF RALEIGHIssuing agency·North Carolina·via the North Carolina Electronic Vendor Portal

27days left

Due Nov 30, 2026·Posted Oct 30, 2026

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AI takeaways

The City of Raleigh is seeking prequalification of first-tier subcontractors for the Raleigh Convention and Performing Arts Complex Expansion and Relocation project in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Prequalification applications are due by Monday, November 30, 2026 at 5:00pm EDT, with an anticipated bid advertisement on January 4, 2027.
The project involves a 322,000SF expansion of the Raleigh Convention Center, including a 50,000SF flex hall, 18,000SF flex hall, commercial kitchen, meeting rooms, and administration/support spaces, connected by sky bridges across McDowell St.
The procurement method is IFB (Invitation for Bid) and the project is being managed by Clancy & Theys – Skanska – D.A. Everett, a Joint Venture (JV) as Construction Manager at Risk.
The projected duration for the total project is 36 months, with an approximate start date of Q4 2026.
Requirement: To be considered for prequalification, a firm must score a minimum of 70% of the available points indicated.

Term: 36-Months for Total Project
Method: IFB
Documents: 1 file

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Solicitation

50a6ac0d-9ed4-f111-a05c-001dd803db57

274-2027-RCPAC-06

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Duration

36-Months for Total Project

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What this bid is asking for

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Submit a prequalification application via BuildingConnected by November 30, 2026 at 5:00pm EDT.
Complete the prequalification application form and provide all requested attachments, including financial statements, experience documentation, and safety records.
Indicate which bid package(s) you wish to prequalify for when submitting the application.
Score a minimum of 70% of the available points to be considered for prequalification.

Posted Scope of Work

The Raleigh Convention Center Expansion will be constructed across the street from the current Raleigh Convention Center, at the current Red Hat Amphitheater site. The 322,000SF expansion will be connected to the current Raleigh Convention Center by sky bridges across McDowell St, and will feature a 50,000SF flex hall, 18,000SF flex hall, commercial kitchen, meeting rooms, and administration/support spaces.

Special instructions: Rachel Rice Rachel.Rice@raleighnc.gov

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What is the deadline to submit a prequalification application?

The last day to submit prequalification is Monday, November 30, 2026 at 5:00pm EDT.

Who is the contact for this solicitation?

The contact is Rachel Rice, reachable at Rachel.Rice@raleighnc.gov.

What is the projected duration of the project?

The projected duration is 36 months for the total project.

Where will the work be performed?

The work will be performed in Raleigh, North Carolina.

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Prequalification: Raleigh Convention and Performing Arts Complex - Expansion and Relocation

CITY OF RALEIGHIssuing agency·North Carolina·via the North Carolina Electronic Vendor Portal

27days left

Due Nov 30, 2026·Posted Oct 30, 2026

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AI takeaways

The City of Raleigh is seeking prequalification of first-tier subcontractors for the Raleigh Convention and Performing Arts Complex Expansion and Relocation project in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Prequalification applications are due by Monday, November 30, 2026 at 5:00pm EDT, with an anticipated bid advertisement on January 4, 2027.
The project involves a 322,000SF expansion of the Raleigh Convention Center, including a 50,000SF flex hall, 18,000SF flex hall, commercial kitchen, meeting rooms, and administration/support spaces, connected by sky bridges across McDowell St.
The procurement method is IFB (Invitation for Bid) and the project is being managed by Clancy & Theys – Skanska – D.A. Everett, a Joint Venture (JV) as Construction Manager at Risk.
The projected duration for the total project is 36 months, with an approximate start date of Q4 2026.
Requirement: To be considered for prequalification, a firm must score a minimum of 70% of the available points indicated.

Term: 36-Months for Total Project
Method: IFB
Documents: 1 file

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Contact the buyer

Nikolai Merza

vendor@nc.govEmail

Location:

North Carolina

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Solicitation

50a6ac0d-9ed4-f111-a05c-001dd803db57

274-2027-RCPAC-06

Method

IFB

Duration

36-Months for Total Project

Documents

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Prequalification Instructions Information - Bid Package Group 4_R1.pdfPDF

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What this bid is asking for

AI-generated

Submit a prequalification application via BuildingConnected by November 30, 2026 at 5:00pm EDT.
Complete the prequalification application form and provide all requested attachments, including financial statements, experience documentation, and safety records.
Indicate which bid package(s) you wish to prequalify for when submitting the application.
Score a minimum of 70% of the available points to be considered for prequalification.

Posted Scope of Work

Special instructions: Rachel Rice Rachel.Rice@raleighnc.gov

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Questions & answers

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What is the deadline to submit a prequalification application?

The last day to submit prequalification is Monday, November 30, 2026 at 5:00pm EDT.

Who is the contact for this solicitation?

The contact is Rachel Rice, reachable at Rachel.Rice@raleighnc.gov.

What is the projected duration of the project?

The projected duration is 36 months for the total project.

Where will the work be performed?

The work will be performed in Raleigh, North Carolina.

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50a6ac0d-9ed4-f111-a05c-001dd803db57

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CITY OF RALEIGH

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