North Carolina DOT Division 12 Invitation to Bid – Grading, Paving, Widening, Signals & Pavement Markings

The North Carolina Department of Transportation Division 12 is seeking a qualified contractor to perform comprehensive roadway improvements in Gaston County, covering the NC 275/NC 279 corridor between US 321 Business and US 321. The scope includes earthwork, paving, lane widening, installation of traffic signal systems, and pavement markings, all subject to Buy America requirements. Bids must be submitted electronically by the bid opening deadline, and the contractor must be pre‑qualified in the NCDOT system. • Scope of work: grading, paving, widening, traffic signal installation, and pavement markings on a county‑wide road segment. • Contract period: work to commence on Oct 1 2026 and be completed by Dec 15 2027 (≈ 440 days). • Procurement requirements: electronic bid submission only, mandatory bid bond, pre‑qualification, and compliance with Phase 2 Buy America (≥ 55 % U.S.‑produced components). • Key dates: notice posted Aug 4 2026, bid opening Aug 25 2026 2 p.m., work start Oct 1 2026, contract completion Dec 15 2027. • Primary contact: Greg Brittain, Division Contract Engineer (phone (980) 552‑4222).