The City of Mobile is undertaking a municipal infrastructure project to construct sidewalks, curbing, and drainage improvements along McGregor Avenue. The work requires a licensed Alabama contractor with Municipal & Utility (MU) or Highways & Streets (HS) classification, and the contractor must be listed on the ALDOT bidder’s list. Bids were due December 14, 2016, and the contract was awarded to C. Thornton, Inc. with an award amount of $631,700.60. Bonds and insurance are required, including a 5 % bid bond (capped at $50,000), a 100 % performance bond, and a refundable $75 inspection fee per bidder. The project is subject to prevailing‑wage rules and liquidated damages per ADOT specifications.
• Scope: sidewalk, curb, and drainage construction on McGregor Avenue.
• Requirements: Alabama MU/HS contractor license, ALDOT bidder’s list, bid bond, performance bond, insurance, prevailing‑wage compliance.
• Financials: Award amount $631,700.60; bid bond max $50,000; $75 inspection fee per bidder (refundable).