Replacement of Bridge 560098 (Purchase Order DM00407)

The North Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking qualified contractors to replace Bridge 560098 over West Fork Creek on State Road 1370 (Grapevine Rd) in Madison County. This single‑bridge replacement involves complete demolition of the existing structure and construction of a new bridge meeting current NCDOT standards. The project is slated to start mobilization on December 28 2026 and be completed by February 23 2028, providing roughly a 14‑month construction window. Bidders must be pre‑qualified as a Prime Contractor or Bidder and listed on the Interested Parties List no later than one business day before the letting date. Submissions are electronic only, with the bid opening scheduled for November 18 2026 at 2:00 PM. No budget figure is disclosed; contractors will be awarded the contract to the lowest responsible bidder. • Location: Madison County, NC – Bridge 560098, West Fork Creek, SR 1370. • Scope: Full removal and replacement of a state highway bridge. • Timeline: Notice 10/28/2026 → Bid Opening 11/18/2026 → Work Start 12/28/2026 → Completion 02/23/2028. • Requirements: Pre‑qualification and Interested Party registration; electronic bid submission; compliance with NCDOT procurement policies.