Blum Construction has been selected as the Construction Manager @ Risk by NC State University and is seeking to pre-qualify construction trade contractors to submit bids for furnishing labor, materials, equipment and tools for Phase 4B of the University Towers Residence Hall project in Raleigh, NC.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: NC State is renovating the façade at University Towers student housing building and will be making repairs to brick façade during the summers of 2026, 2027, and 2028. Work will include erection of scaffolding around the building perimeter in preparation for exterior building envelope repairs. Each Summer will include erection and dismantling scaffolding sections per a phased logistics plan. Also included are sitework renovations to the surface lot and underground storm water piping. Interior renovations include interior patching and painting of walls and ceilings as well.
Principal trade contractors are solicited for the following bid packages:
| Bid Package | Bid Package Description | Estimated Budget |
| BP0100 | General Works | $750,000.00 |
| BP0174 | Final Cleaning | $150,000.00 |
| BP0400A | Masonry Restoration – Package A | $2,250,000.00 |
| BP0400B | Masonry Restoration – Package B | $2,250,000.00 |
| BP0400C | Masonry Restoration – Combined Package | $4,500,000.00 |
| BP0550 | Misc. Metals | $65,000.00 |
| BP0880 | Exterior Glazing | $30,000.00 |
| BP0920 | Drywall | $65,000.00 |
| BP0990 | Interior Painting | $550,000.00 |
| BP3100 | Sitework | $650,000.00 |
| BP3212 | Asphalt Paving & Striping | $170,000.00 |
| BP3214 | Pavers | $50,000.00 |
Additional packages may be added and deleted by the Owner and Construction Manager.
Blum Construction has a long-standing commitment to maximize minority and other HUB participation on all our projects, and we recognize the importance NC State University and the State of North Carolina places on minority and HUB participation.There is an established 10% 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 Construction 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 January 16, 2026. For any questions, please contact Lauren Ashley (lauren.ashley@flblum.com). Target bid date is March 2026.