The County of Worcester, Maryland is soliciting sealed bids for the complete replacement of the Hotel Road Bridge over Carey Branch in Bishopville. The work includes demolition of the existing structure, site preparation, sub‑grade work, installation of new superstructure, decking, railings, and related civil works, with all materials and labor provided by the winning contractor. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder after evaluation of price, quality, schedule, and past performance. Bidders must submit a properly marked sealed bid envelope by the deadline and may not withdraw the bid for 90 days after opening.
• Location: Bishopville, MD (Worcester County)
• Scope: Full bridge replacement – demolition, foundations, sub‑structure, super‑structure, decking, railings, and site restoration
• Procurement: Sealed‑bid public notice, open to all qualified contractors
• Pre‑bid conference: Dec 1 2026 2:00 PM (encouraged, not mandatory)
• Bid submission deadline: Dec 15 2026 1:00 PM at County Commissioners’ Office, Snow Hill, MD
• Questions due: Dec 8 2026 noon
• Mandatory requirements: No small‑business set‑aside, bid withdrawal prohibited for 90 days, compliance with Maryland construction statutes
• Evaluation criteria: Lowest responsible bid, quality, schedule, experience, and other factors as deemed appropriate by County Commissioners.