Greenville Utilities Commission (GUC) is soliciting bids from qualified Non-Destructive Testing Companies to provide radiographic (X-ray) testing services for the construction of the Macgregor Downs Regulator Station in Pitt County, North Carolina. The project is expected to begin in January 2026 with an estimated construction duration of 60 calendar days.
The scope of work includes 100% radiographic testing of butt-welds in accordance with ANSI B31.8 (Gas Transmission and Distribution Piping Systems, 2018 edition) and API 1104 (Welding of Pipelines and Related Facilities). The regulator station will be constructed using 2" NPS x 0.154" WT, 4" NPS x 0.237" WT, 6" NPS x 0.280" WT, and 8" NPS x 0.322" WT API 5L X52 pipe and Y52 butt weld fittings. Approximately 82 butt weld joints requiring X-ray testing are estimated, consisting of 8 joints in 2-inch pipe, 43 joints in 4-inch pipe, 21 joints in 6-inch pipe, and 10 joints in 8-inch pipe. The installation footprint is approximately 100 feet.
Bidders must submit a lump sum bid inclusive of film development, result interpretation, mobilization, demobilization, labor, materials, direct expenses, and profit. The successful contractor must possess 5 years of practical experience in radiographic testing with a successful history, provide references upon request, obtain applicable North Carolina licensure, and provide a Certificate of Insurance. Delivery of services will be made on a time-and-material basis as specified in individual purchase order releases from GUC. All work must be completed in compliance with GUC's safety culture and Safety Management System commitment statements.