Whole Building Generator for Benjamin Franklin Middle School West

Benjamin Franklin Middle
School West
WHOLE BUILDING GENERATOR
FOR
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL WEST
May 5, 2026
Invitation to Bid No. 06022026-1400
Set No. ________
05.11.2026 STRATUS Comm. #2025-0087

BENJAMIN FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL WEST
WHOLE BUILDING GENERATOR
ROCKY MOUNT, VIRGINIA
INVITATION TO BID
Sealed bids, in duplicate, are invited for the construction of Whole Building Generator Installation for the Benjamin
Frankling Middle School West, Rocky Mount, VA.
The project is generally described as installing a Whole Building Generator System consisting of 1,000 KVA
Diesel Generator, Enclosure, Lights, Panelboard, Receptacle, Belly Tank, Fuel Polisher, Control Kit to
upgrade an existing Manual Transfer Switchgear to and Automatic Unit, Concrete Pad, Feeder Circuits,
Branch Circuits, Conduits, grounding, interconnections, control equipment, grading, seeding, diesel fuel,
testing and etc. The Contractor shall make all interconnections for equipment and bolt that equipment to the
pads, provide all diesel fuel, control equipment and wiring, all conduits, grading, trenching, backfill, main pad
and pads, all 480V, 277V, and 120V wiring, secondary wiring, generator lights, generator receptacle,
generator panel, labels, setup testing and etc. BID No. 06022026-1400
Sealed bids will be received at Franklin County Finance Office, 1255 Franklin Street, Suite 111,
Rocky Mount, Virginia 24151, to attention of Mr. Corey White - Assistant Director of Finance with
the subject line "Whole Building Generator BFMS West Bid". The deadline for submitting bids is 2:00
P.M. local time, on June 2, 2026. The bids will be opened publicly and read aloud immediately following
the deadline, at the same location. No phone or fax or late bids will be accepted.
The bids will be opened publicly and read aloud beginning at 2:00 P.M., on June 2, 2026, at the same
location.
A Bid Bond must accompany each bid and be equal to at least five (5) percent of the amount of the bid
submitted. Details are contained in the Instructions to Bidders.
Procedures for submitting a bid, claiming an error, withdrawal of bids and other pertinent information are
contained in the Instructions to Bidders. The Owner reserves right to accept, or reject any or all bids.
A mandatory pre-bid conference followed by site visit to Maintenance Building will be held at 10:00 A.M. local
prevailing time on May 19, 2026 at Benjamin Franklin Middle School at the back of the building next to the
power company transformer. Attendance at the pre-bid conference shall be mandatory for those submitting a
bid. The site visit will start following completion of the pre-bid conference. See Instruction to Bidders for
location address.
The contract shall be awarded on a lump sum basis.
The bidder is required under Title 54, Chapter 7, Code of Virginia (1950), as amended; to furnish evidence of
being a licensed contractor qualified to perform a project of this magnitude. The bidder shall place on the
outside of the envelope containing the bid and shall place in the bid over his signature, the following notation:
"Licensed Virginia Contractor No. Class A"
License requirements for contractors are contained in Title 54, Chapter 7, Code of Virginia (1950), as
amended. Additional specific qualifications are contained in the Instructions to Bidders. FAILURE TO
PROVIDE ANY REQUIRED INFORMATION OR GIVING FALSE INFORMATION MAY RESULT IN THE
DISQUALIFICATION OF THE BIDDER.
The Contract Documents (electronic form) for the above project, including the drawings and the specifications
containing the information necessary for bidding, may be obtained from the Frankling County Web site
https://www.franklincountyva.gov/bids.aspx, and eVA. beginning May 12, 2026.
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BENJAMIN FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL WEST
WHOLE BUILDING GENERATOR
ROCKY MOUNT, VIRGINIA
Bidders are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the existing condition of the site. The Owner will
facilitate access to all sites by appointment for interested bidders after the Pre-Bid conference. Contact Mr.
Josh Turner (540) 529-4321 for scheduling.
Franklin County Schools does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability,
gender or age in employment or in its educational programs and activities.
CONTRACT TIME: Work of the Contract shall begin no later than seven (7) days after receipt of the Notice to
Proceed. Substantial Completion shall be no later than January 7, 2027. Final completion shall be no later
than January 14, 2027.
The Instructions to Bidders shall be considered a part of the Invitation to Bid as if included herein.
Authorized By: Franklin County School Board
END OF SECTION
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BENJAMIN FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL WEST
WHOLE BUILDING GENERATOR
ROCKY MOUNT, VIRGINIA
TABLE OF CONTENTS
NOTE: This index is for convenience only. Its accuracy and completeness are not guaranteed and it
is not to be considered as part of the specifications. In case of discrepancy between the
index and the specifications, the specifications shall govern.
BIDDING REQUIREMENTS
INVITATION TO BID
00 10 00 INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS
00 30 00 BID FORM
00 50 00 STANDARD FORM OF AGREEMENT
CONTRACT FORMS
00 41 00 BID BOND
00 61 00 PERFORMANCE BOND
00 62 00 PAYMENT BOND
00 68 00 APPLICATION FOR PAYMENT
GENERAL CONDITIONS
00 70 00 GENERAL CONDITIONS
00 80 00 SUPPLEMENTARY GENERAL CONDITIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
DIVISION 0 - SPECIAL CONDITIONS AND DRAWING INDEX
00 82 00 SPECIAL CONDITIONS
00 85 00 DRAWING INDEX
DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
01 01 00 SUMMARY OF THE WORK
01 01 50 CONTRACTOR'S USE OF THE PREMISES
01 02 00 GENERAL SITEWORK REQUIREMENTS
01 04 50 CUTTING AND PATCHING
01 20 00 PROJECT MEETINGS
01 20 60 GENERAL CONTRACTOR'S WORK
01 21 00 ALLOWANCES
01 30 00 SUBMITTALS
01 50 00 TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS
01 60 50 PRODUCTS AND SUBSTITUTIONS
01 64 00 PRODUCT HANDLING
01 70 00 PROJECT CLOSEOUT
01 71 00 CLEANING
01 72 00 PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS
01 73 00 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
DIVISION 2 - EXISTING CONDITIONS
02 41 13 SELECTIVE SITE DEMOLITION
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BENJAMIN FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL WEST
WHOLE BUILDING GENERATOR
ROCKY MOUNT, VIRGINIA
DIVISION 3 - CONCRETE
03 30 00 CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE
DIVISION 26 - ELECTRICAL
26 05 00 COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR ELECTRICAL
26 05 19 LOW-VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLES
26 05 23 CONTROL VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CABLES
26 05 26 GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
26 05 33 RACEWAY AND BOXES FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
26 05 43 UNDERGROUND DUCTS AND RACEWAYS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
26 05 53 IDENTIFICATION FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
26 20 00 LOW-VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION
26 32 13 ENGINE GENERATORS
DIVISION 31 - EARTHWORK
31 10 00 SITE CLEARING
31 20 00 EARTHWORK
31 25 00 EROSION & SEDIMENT CONTROL
DIVISION 32 - EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS
32 13 13 SITE CONCRETE
32 92 00 LAWNS AND GRASSES
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INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS
Prepared by
ENGINEERS JOINT CONTRACT DOCUMENTS COMMITTEE
and
Issued and Published Jointly By
PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS IN PRIVATE PRACTICE
a practice division of the
NATIONAL SOCIETY OF PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS
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AMERICAN CONSULTING ENGINEERS COUNCIL
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AMERICAN SOCIETY OF CIVIL ENGINEERS
This document has been approved and endorsed by
The Associated General Contractors of America
Construction Specifications Institute
EJCDC No. 1910-12 (1996 Edition)

Copyright 8 1996
National Society of Professional Engineers
1420 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22314-2715
American Consulting Engineers Council
1015 15th Street, N.W., Washington, DC 20005
American Society of Civil Engineers
345 East 47th Street, New York, NY 10017

INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
ARTICLE 1 - DEFINED TERMS ................................................................................................................... 3
ARTICLE 2 - COPIES OF BIDDING DOCUMENTS .................................................................................... 3
ARTICLE 3 - QUALIFICATIONS OF BIDDERS .......................................................................................... 3
ARTICLE 4 - EXAMINATION OF BIDDING DOCUMENTS, OTHER RELATED DATA, AND SITE .......... 4
ARTICLE 5 - PRE-BID CONFERENCE ....................................................................................................... 5
ARTICLE 6 - SITE AND OTHER AREAS .................................................................................................... 5
ARTICLE 7 - INTERPRETATIONS AND ADDENDA .................................................................................. 5
ARTICLE 8 - BID SECURITY ....................................................................................................................... 5
ARTICLE 9 - CONTRACT TIMES ................................................................................................................ 6
ARTICLE 10 - LIQUIDATED DAMAGES ..................................................................................................... 6
ARTICLE 11 - SUBSTITUTE AND "OR-EQUAL" ITEMS ........................................................................... 6
ARTICLE 12 - SUBCONTRACTORS, SUPPLIERS, AND OTHERS .......................................................... 6
ARTICLE 13 - PREPARATION OF BID ....................................................................................................... 6
ARTICLE 14 - BASIS OF BID ...................................................................................................................... 7
ARTICLE 15 - SUBMITTAL OF BID ............................................................................................................ 7
ARTICLE 16 - MODIFICATION AND WITHDRAWAL OF BID ................................................................... 8
ARTICLE 17 - OPENING OF BIDS .............................................................................................................. 8
ARTICLE 18 - BIDS TO REMAIN SUBJECT TO ACCEPTANCE .............................................................. 8
ARTICLE 19 - AWARD OF CONTRACT ..................................................................................................... 8
ARTICLE 20 - CONTRACT SECURITY AND INSURANCE ....................................................................... 9
ARTICLE 21 - SIGNING OF AGREEMENT ................................................................................................. 9
ARTICLE 22 - EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPERTUNITY ............................................................................ 9
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TABLE OF ARTICLES (Alphabetical by Subject)
Subject Article
Award of Contract ....................................................................................................................................... 19
Basis of Bid ................................................................................................................................................. 14
Bid Security ................................................................................................................................................... 8
Bids to Remain Subject to Acceptance ....................................................................................................... 18
Contract Security and Insurance ................................................................................................................. 20
Contract Times .............................................................................................................................................. 9
Copies of Bidding Documents ....................................................................................................................... 2
Defined Terms ............................................................................................................................................... 1
Examination of Bidding Documents, Other Related Data, and Site ............................................................. 4
Equal Employment Opportunity .................................................................................................................. 22
Interpretations and Addenda ......................................................................................................................... 7
Liquidated Damages ................................................................................................................................... 10
Modification and Withdrawal of Bid ............................................................................................................. 16
Opening of Bids ........................................................................................................................................... 17
Pre-Bid Conference ....................................................................................................................................... 5
Preparation of Bid ....................................................................................................................................... 13
Qualifications of Bidders ............................................................................................................................... 3
Signing of Agreement .................................................................................................................................. 21
Site and Other Areas ..................................................................................................................................... 6
Subcontractors, Suppliers and Others ........................................................................................................ 12
Submittal of Bid ........................................................................................................................................... 15
Substitute or "Or-Equal" Items .................................................................................................................... 11
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ARTICLE 1 - DEFINED TERMS
1.01 Terms used in these Instructions to Bidders will have the meanings indicated in the General
Conditions and Supplementary Conditions. Additional terms used in these Instructions to Bidders have the
meanings indicated below which are applicable to both the singular and plural thereof:
A. Bidder--The individual or entity who submits a Bid directly to OWNER.
B. Issuing Office--The office from which the Bidding Documents are to be issued and where the
bidding procedures are to be administered.
C. Successful Bidder--The lowest responsible Bidder submitting a responsive Bid to whom
OWNER (on the basis of OWNER's evaluation as hereinafter provided) makes an award.
ARTICLE 2 - COPIES OF BIDDING DOCUMENTS
2.01 Complete sets of the Bidding Documents in the number and for the deposit sum, if any, stated in the
Advertisement or Invitation to Bid may be obtained from the Issuing Office. The deposit will be refunded to
each document holder of record who returns a complete set of Bidding Documents in good condition within 30
days after opening of Bids.
2.02 Complete sets of Bidding Documents must be used in preparing Bids; neither OWNER nor
ENGINEER assumes any responsibility for errors or misinterpretations resulting from the use of incomplete
sets of Bidding Documents.
2.03 OWNER and ENGINEER in making copies of Bidding Documents available on the above terms do so
only for the purpose of obtaining Bids for the Work and do not confer a license or grant for any other use.
ARTICLE 3 - QUALIFICATIONS OF BIDDERS
3.01 To demonstrate Bidder's qualifications to perform the Work, Bidder shall submit written evidence
such as financial data, previous experience, present commitments, and such other data as may be called
for below FAILURE TO PROVIDE ANY REQUIRED INFORMATION OR GIVING FALSE
INFORMATION MAY RESULT IN THE DISQUALIFICATION OF THE BIDDER.
A. The bidder is required under Title 54, Chapter 7, Code of Virginia (1950), as amended, to
provide evidence of being a "Licensed Contractor". The bidder shall place on the outside of the envelope
containing the bid and shall place in the bid over his signature the following notation:
Licensed Virginia Contractor No. Class "A"
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