Full Delivery Projects to Provide Riparian Buffer Mitigation Credits within the Cataloguing Unit 03020201

The mission of NCDMS is to provide cost-effective mitigation alternatives that improve the states water resources. This RFP is soliciting Proposals from qualified Vendors for needed mitigation as described herein for the NCDMS to successfully meet permit conditions mandated by the regulatory agencies. This RFP is not an offer for a Contract, nor does the Departments acceptance of any Technical/Cost Proposal guarantee a Contract with the Department. The Department reserves the right to reject any or all proposals deemed not to be in the best interest of the State of North Carolina. The intent of this solicitation is to award an Agency Specific Contract. The Contract shall have an initial term of eight (8) years, beginning on the date of final Contract execution (the Effective Date). The contract term shall run from May 2023 through April 2031. The Vendor shall begin work under the Contract within seven (7) business days of the Effective Date. It shall be the Vendors responsibility to read the Instructions to Vendors, the North Carolina General Terms and Conditions, all relevant exhibits and attachments, and any other components made a part of this RFP and comply with all requirements and specifications herein. Vendors are also responsible for obtaining and complying with all Addenda and other changes that may be issued in connection with this RFP. The State may also elect to leave open the possibility for later negotiation and amendment of specific provisions of the Contract that have been addressed during the question-and-answer period. Other than through this Q and A process or negotiation under 01 NCAC 05B.0503, the State rejects and will not be required to evaluate or consider any additional or modified terms and conditions submitted with Vendors proposal or otherwise. Questions or issues related to using the Sourcing Tool itself can be directed to the North Carolina eProcurement Help Desk at 888-211-7440, Option 2. Help Desk representatives are available Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM ET to 5:00 PM ET.

Division 01 -	General Requirements.
Division 10 -	Specialties.
Division 11 -	Equipment.