Invitation to Bid – Purchase Order Contract D13POC.D1.33920

The North Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a qualified contractor to perform land‑clearing and debris‑removal activities associated with the I‑40 MM‑68 slide repair at the Woodlawn Maintenance Yard in McDowell County. The work includes removing vegetation, trees, stumps, and other material, hauling and disposing of debris in compliance with NCDOT environmental and safety standards, and preparing the site for subsequent slide‑repair activities. The contract is a purchase‑order type with a firm deadline for sealed bids and a mandatory pre‑bid conference. • Scope: Clear all vegetation, trees, stumps and debris; haul and dispose of material per NCDOT standards. • Location: Woodlawn Maintenance Yard, US 221 N, McDowell County, NC (GPS 35.785208, ‑82.040272). • Schedule: Bids due May 6 2026; work may start June 15 2026 and must be completed by Oct 31 2026. • Requirements: Pre‑qualified contractor, attendance at mandatory pre‑bid conference (April 30 2026), DBE participation statements, and adherence to bid envelope instructions.