Lincoln County is soliciting formal sealed bids under RFB 2026-1020 for Airport Hangars Site Preparation Phase II at Lincoln County Regional Airport. The work consists of site preparation services performed according to the contract documents, with applicable contractor licensing and North Carolina Department of Transportation prequalification requirements. Sealed bids are due October 20, 2026, and attendance at the mandatory September 30, 2026 pre-bid meeting is required.
Lincoln County is soliciting formal sealed bids under RFB 2026-1020 for Airport Hangars Site Preparation Phase II at Lincoln County Regional Airport. The work consists of site preparation services performed according to the contract documents, with applicable contractor licensing and North Carolina Department of Transportation prequalification requirements. Sealed bids are due October 20, 2026, and attendance at the mandatory September 30, 2026 pre-bid meeting is required.
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Census ID
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171103
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
753
Population
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98,654
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Sole Source:If the need is unique/proprietary and essential (e.g., public safety or specific infrastructure), build the justification with the department citing NCGS 143-129(e)(6) and route for Board approval.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Lincoln County
Lincoln County Board Of Commissioners Special Called Meeting
Date: Aug 10, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting was held as a joint session with representatives from NCDOT Division 12 and the North Carolina General Assembly to discuss transportation concerns and priorities in Lincoln County. Key topics included an overview of NCDOT's project development and prioritization processes, funding constraints and the impact of increasing construction costs on project schedules, updates on active and near-term transportation projects, coordination between local land-use decisions and roadway capacity, and an update on Hurricane Helene recovery efforts.
Lincoln County Board Of Commissioners Boc Meeting
Date: Aug 17, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board meeting covered several administrative and legislative items, including the proclamation of National Emergency Management Awareness Month. Several public hearings were conducted regarding an industrial center grant application, a Department of Transportation capital purchase service grant, and a combined grant application. The board reviewed and approved multiple zoning map amendments and special use permits related to local development projects. Additionally, the commissioners approved an amendment to the animal services fee schedule and authorized the purchase of utility and waste management equipment, including a utility bed crane truck and a roll-off truck.
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to Lincoln County.
Lincoln County Board of Commissioners Joint Meeting
Date: Aug 3, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The joint meeting focused on a Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) appeal submitted by EJG Ventures regarding a proposed retail development. The board deliberated on the project's compliance with Unified Development Ordinance standards versus NC DOT requirements and discussed necessary intersection improvements, including road widening and the installation of dual left-turn lanes. Additionally, the applicant proposed removing a convenience store from the project site plan to reduce trip generation, and the board reviewed legal principles regarding the proportionality of infrastructure requirements.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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