Invitation to Bid – Temporary Bridge over Swannanoa River (DM00515)

The North Carolina Department of Transportation is soliciting bids for a Purchase Order Contract (DM00515) to construct a temporary bridge over the Swannanoa River at the Western North Carolina Nature Center entrance in Buncombe County. The bridge will provide emergency access while the permanent structure is being repaired or replaced. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder, with work scheduled to start August 24 2026 and be completed by November 17 2027. • Scope includes site preparation, bridge fabrication, installation, and removal of temporary supports. • Bidders must be pre‑qualified as prime contractors (or subcontractors) and listed on the NCDOT Interested Parties List by July 12 2026. • All submissions are electronic; bids will be opened live on July 15 2026 at the Division 13 office (remote access provided).