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Board of Commissioners approved multiple properties, all wooded lots, for auction on GovDeals

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The Board of Commissioners approved multiple properties, all wooded lots, for auction on GovDeals in the November 7, 2022 meeting. Pender County’s Auctions will be administered by GovDeals, an online auction service specializing in surplus government property liquidation. GovDeals will collect fees as outlined on each auction that will be passed on to the buyer.  All auctions are open to the public and there is no cost to register.   The general rules can be found here.  The County encourages all citizens to view surplus and bid on items of interest.  Auctions end in 30 days on December 9th, 2022.  View each auction for specific closing times.

Click here to view auctions on properties approved for sale on November 7th, 2022.

 

Andy Devane | Asset Manager
Pender County Finance Office  adevane@pendercountync.gov

Pender Soil and Water Conservation District seeks bids for Recovery Debris Removal

Pender Soil and Water is soliciting contractors and professional firms to perform the removal of stream debris in several locations in Pender County.  The planned work areas are referenced in maps that are part of the full bid package.  There will not be a group site showing for these projects, however, all bidding contractors are required to make a mandatory site visit to the areas and will have to sign a statement to verify.

Work must be completed according to the woody debris removal guidelines titled “Incremental effects of large woody debris removal of physical aquatic habitat”, the streamflow rehabilitation assistance program–debris removal and processing recommendations (GS 139-65), and the STRAP recommendations on permits for STRAP.  Pender Soil and Water will require that the debris be places outside of the stream along stream bank and on the same side that it originated.

Bids must clearly state the total price for completing the contract, not a price per foot.  Lengths referenced in this notice and on the project map are approximate and will not be used to determine payment or project completion.  Sealed bid sheets must be received no later than THURSDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2022 by 3 pm.  Mark outside of envelope with “Pender Soil and Water Conservation District Storm Debris project” and deliver to Pender Soil and Water Conservation District Office, 801 S. Walker St., Burgaw, NC  28425.  Please include reference letters or other documentation of prior work experience.  Questions regarding woody debris removal bid package should be directed to Pender Soil and Water Conservation District Office Staff at 910-259-9123, ext. 3.  Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud on Friday, December 2, 2022 at 9am.

Click here to view the full bid package.

 

 

USDA Site Assessment and Geotechnical Engineering Services for the Pender County Health and Human Services Building, RFQ # 221025-236

Pender County Government is seeking qualifications from a firm to conduct a USDA Environmental Site Assessment and Geotechnical engineering for services related to the site for the new Pender County Health and Human Services Building.  Pender County waives the Mini-Brooks Act and therefore also requests a proposal for pricing of the services as outlined in the RFQ.  The full report resulting from award of the contract shall be completed by February 20, 2023.

Click here to view the full RFQ.  Questions about this RFQ shall be directed to Trisha Newton, Purchasing Manager, at purchasing@pendercountync.gov and are due by November 15, 2022 at 12noon.  Answers to questions will be provided via an Addendum.

 Pender County Government will be accepting sealed responses from experienced firms interested in providing Environmental Site Assessment and Geotechnical services no later than December 5, 2022, at 12:00 pm. There will not be a public bid opening.  Responses should be submitted to in person or by FedEx/UPS/courier to 805 S. Walker Street, Burgaw, NC  28425.  Responses sent by US Mail should be submitted to PO Box 1578, Burgaw, NC  28425.  Pender County reserves the right to waive formalities in any response and to reject any or all responses.

RFQ # 221025-236.  An Addendum has been issued to provide soil boring locations and soils report requirements.  Click here to view RFQ # 221025-236 Addendum 1.

Tourism and Agriculture lead Pender County industries

BURGAW- For decades, tourism has trailed agriculture as the second leading industry in Pender County.

 

The friendly rivalry between the Pender County Extension Office and the Pender County Tourism Office has been good-natured. The county extension director, Mark Seitz, serves as an ex-officio on the Pender County Tourism Development Authority Board.

 

“When I reviewed the figures of our agriculture and timber revenue, for the first-time tourism became the leading industry in Pender County,” said Seitz.

 

Visitor spending in Pender County reached an all-time record of $165.29 million in 2021.

 

“Tourism is an economic driver in Pender County,” said Tammy Proctor, Pender County Tourism Director. “If the county had to replace the revenue from tourism, each household in Pender County would have to pay approximately $200 more in taxes.”

 

Both Seitz and Proctor cite the importance of agritourism.

 

“Agritourism is growing in Pender County,” said Seitz. “Generations have moved away from family farms. When our local farms offer tours, special events, and U-pick events at farms, they reconnect families to farms.”

 

“Natural resources attract visitors,” said Proctor. “Our blueberry farms, our wineries, our oyster farms and aquaculture, and event farms are tremendous attractions.”

 

For more information about attractions and agritourism, see the county’s tourism website at visitpender.com.

The PORT is open for permitting use

Pender County is pleased to announce that our central permitting software, known as the PORT, is now reopened.

We appreciate everyone’s patience while we worked to improve this vital service.

While we are confident that the system should function as intended for each user, we fully expect for some users to find problems or glitches with the PORT as we move through the next few weeks. We also will be continuing to make improvements as we begin to fully realize the new tools we have at our disposal, so things may continue to look slightly different over time.

Should you encounter an issue, please do not hesitate to contact us at 910-259-1201 or by email at permit@pendercountync.gov so that we can start the process to correct those issues in short order.

While we believe the PORT to be a convenient tool for the submission of all building and construction permits, Pender County Planning & Community Development continues to accept all applications and will always assist anyone with the permit process in person at either our Burgaw or Hampstead offices.

 

Update on the EnerGov PORT software

For those who use Pender County’s PORT for permitting requests, the County Staff continues to work with our vendors and support personnel on upgrades to the County’s central permitting software known as the PORT.
While the upgrade performed yesterday was a success overall, Staff has identified inconsistencies that must be corrected prior to reopening the PORT to ensure that user experiences are consistent and predictable.
Staff will continue to provide updates throughout the day and hope to have the PORT back up and running as soon as possible. We appreciate your patience while we work to improve County services and we apologize for any inconvenience.

Pender County North Carolina Stream Clearing and Snagging Services, RFP # 221025-235

The Pender County Planning & Community Development Department (Pender County) seeks to establish a contract with an experienced contractor to provide Clearing & Snagging services in designated creeks throughout the County. The primary responsibility of the Contractor will be to perform stream clearing, snagging, woody debris removal, and disposal in identified locations of drainage channels. The proposed work will be conducted in specified segments under the supervision of the Pender County Planning & Community Development Department and their designated Construction Field Representatives (CFRs). The purpose of the proposed work is to improve drainage resulting from woody debris deposition. The contractor will be tasked with implementing the proposed work scope and meeting the requirements developed under the Streamflow Rehabilitation and Assistance Program (StRAP).

Questions are due by Friday, November 4, 2022, at 5pm. The deadline to submit a proposal is Tuesday, November 15, 2022, at 4pm. Sealed proposals must be submitted via FedEx, UPS, or hand delivered to 805 S. Walker Street, Burgaw, NC 28425.

If you have questions please contact Daniel Adams at 910.259.0231.  Click here to view the full RFP # 221025-235.  Click here for Addendum 1: Questions and Answers.

Pender County reserves the right to reject any/all proposals.

Pender County Utilities Elevated Water Tank Maintenance, RFP # 221011-233

Pender County Utilities is accepting proposals from qualified firms to contract for a 10 year long term, full service maintenance and asset management program for the following elevated water storage tanks until 3:00 pm ET on December 7, 2022.

Tank Name Capacity
Tank #1 Maple Hill Elevated WST 150,000 Gallons
Tank #2 Rocky Point Elevated WST 300,000 Gallons
Tank #3 Hampstead Elevated WST 500,000 Gallons
Tank #4 Highway 210 Ground Concrete WST 200,000 Gallons
Tank #5 Topsail Elevated WST 500,000 Gallons
Tank #6 Malpass Corner Elevated WST 500,000 Gallons

Click here to obtain a full copy of RFP # 221011-233.  All information outlined in the Request for Proposal, along with any other pertinent facts necessary for a proper evaluation of this proposal, should be delivered to Pender County Utilities prior 3:00 pm ET on December 7, 2022.  Three bound and typewritten copies as well as one electronic copy of the RFP shall be presented in a sealed envelope per instructions on the request for proposal.  The outside of the package must be labeled with RFP # 221011-233 and the submitting firm’s name.

Proposals should be submitted to in person or by FedEx/UPS/courier to 805 S. Walker Street, Burgaw, NC  28425.  Proposals sent by US Mail should be submitted to PO Box 1578, Burgaw, NC  28425.  Proposals lost in the mail or otherwise delivered late cannot be considered.

The County reserves the right to waive formalities in any proposal and to reject any or all proposals in whole or in part with or without cause and/or to accept the proposal that in its judgment will be in the best interest of Pender County Utilities.

ADDENDUM 1 has been issued on November 15, 2022.  Click here to view.  

Pender County Additional Courthouse HVAC, Invitation to Bid # 221024-234

THIS PROJECT IS BEING REBID NOVEMBER 23, 2022.  CLICK HERE FOR THE REBID ITB.

 

Pender County recently performed a large-scale HVAC retrofit to the Pender County Courthouse.  Limited funds forced a decision to keep some original equipment in place.  However, grant funding is now allowing the county to complete the remaining items.  These items include the cooling tower as well as the HVAC unit and exhaust for the public restrooms on the North end of the building.

THIS IS A GRANT FUNDED PROJECT IN WHICH THE FUNDS WILL HAVE TO BE UTILIZED BY JUNE 30, 2023.  PROVISIONS DUE TO SUPPLY CHAIN ISSUES MUST BE COORIDINATED CLOSELY WITH THE OWNER REPRESENTATIVE.

Pender County invites North Carolina Licensed Contractors to review the Technical Specifications and Plans exhibits provided by Cheatham and Associates Engineers available here.  The scope of work will include replacement of the cooling tower.  Please note that both the existing fan and existing underground piping (6” CPVC – both return and supply)  VFD will remain (not to be replaced).  Additionally, the scope will include replacement of roof mounted water source heat pump WSHP-17 including integral ERV to provide HVAC and exhaust for the first floor Men’s and Women’s public restrooms.  In order to maintain the warranty on the new roof that was recently installed, roof work (resulting from the scope of work performed) MUST be completed by Hound Roofing.  (All communications and coordination to take place through a specific contact provided in the ITB.)

Prospective bidders may attend a Pre-Bid meeting which will be held at the Pender County Courthouse (Fremont Street side of the building), 100 South Wright Street, Burgaw on November 10, 2022 at 3:00 pm EST A tour of the facility, equipment, and existing conditions will take place to describe/elaborate the enclosed scope of work.

IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF PROSPECTIVE BIDDERS TO CHECK PENDER COUNTY’S WEBSITE (pendercountync.gov/public-notices/open -rfps-and-bids/) FOR ADDENDA INFORMATION PRIOR TO SUBMITTING BIDS.

Pender County point of contact for this proposal is Trisha Newton, Purchasing Manager, and can be reached by phone:  (910) 259-1281 or email: purchasing@pendercountync.gov.  Click here to view the complete ITB package.  This project will be bid and awarded in accordance with North Carolina G.S. 143-129.  This project DOES REQUIRE Performance and Payment Bonds.

Contractors are hereby notified that they must have proper license under the State laws governing their respective trades and that North Carolina General Statute 87 will be observed in receiving and awarding contracts.

Questions must be submitted via email to purchasing@pendercountync.gov no later than Monday, November 14, 2022 at 11:00am EST.  An addendum will be issued providing all questions submitted and the County’s answers.

Contractors shall submit a Single-Prime Lump-Sum bid for the PENDER COUNTY COURTHOUSE ADDITIONAL HVAC PROJECT: located at 100 South Wright Street, Burgaw, North Carolina 28425.  Sealed bids will be received at the Pender County Administration Building, Finance Office, 805 South Walker Street, Burgaw, NC 28425 until 2:00 pm EST on Tuesday, November 22, 2022.  Bids sent through the US Postal service shall be mailed to PO Box 1578, Burgaw, NC  28425.  Bids lost in the mail or received late will not be considered.  The bid opening will begin at 2:15 pm EST in the BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING ROOM.  Bid Packages shall be sealed and labeled on the outside “Pender County Courthouse – Additional HVAC, ITB # 221024-234, November 22, 2022, Attention:  Trisha Newton, Purchasing, (Name of Contractor Submitting Bid), (Contractor’s License Number)”.

Pender County reserves the right to waive minor defects and to reject any or all bids.  Once submitted, no bid may be withdrawn after the opening of bids for a period of 20 days.  The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids and waive informalities.  Proposals shall be made only on the form provided in the bid package with all blank spaces for bids properly filled in and all signatures properly executed.

Click here for the full Invitation to bid package.

An addendum has been issued on November 15, 2022.  Click here to view the ADDENDUM 1.

Pender County Utilities counteracts Trihalomenthanes found in drinking water

During routine monitoring, Pender County Utilities detected the levels of Trihalomethanes (TTHMS) above drinking water standards. The standard level is 0.080 mg/L and the level found was 0.082 mg/L.

Pender County Utilities notified customers of the TTHMS levels.

Residents on the PCU water system do not need to boil their water or take any corrective actions.

This is not an emergency. The problem was corrected by Oct. 23.

TTHMS are four volatile organic chemicals that form when disinfectants react with natural organic material in the water. PCU has lowered the disinfection dosing at the water treatment plant and at the wells. Extensive flushing of water lines is being performed. Additional TTHM sampling is currently underway.

 

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