City of Hoover, Invitation to Bid #26-015 Lester Lane Drainage Improvements, 2026
City of HooverCity · Hoover, AL- Due
- Nov 18, 2026
- 7 days left
- Posted
- Oct 26, 2026
- Duration
- 90 months
- Primary contact
- Rosemary Ginn
- (205) 739-7166
The 30-second brief
The City of Hoover is seeking qualified general contractors for the Lester Lane Drainage Improvements project, Bid #26-015. The work encompasses clearing and grubbing, removing concrete sidewalks and driveways, removing pipe and fence, headwalls, inlets, trees, and shrubs; installing crushed aggregate, storm sewer pipe (class 3 r.c.), concrete sidewalks, decorative brick borders, concrete driveways, roadway pipe end treatment, junction boxes, inlets (type pd, pb modified), manholes, chain link and privacy fence, topsoil, solid sodding, silt fence, wattle, construction safety fence, geometric controls, construction signs, and traffic control cones. Bids are due by 2:00 pm CT on November 18, 2026. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for November 4, 2026, at 2:00 pm CT at the City of Hoover Public Safety Center. Technical questions must be submitted by 12:00 pm CT on November 9, 2026. Bidders must possess an Alabama General Contractor's License with Highway & Streets (HS) or Municipal & Utility (MU) classification with drainage specialty licensure, and a City of Hoover business license. A 5% bid bond or certified check (max $10,000) is required.
Lowest responsible bidder meeting all specifications, qualifications, experience, conformity with specifications, and past service history
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Summary
The City of Hoover is seeking qualified general contractors for the Lester Lane Drainage Improvements project, Bid #26-015.
The work encompasses clearing and grubbing, removing concrete sidewalks and driveways, removing pipe and fence, headwalls, inlets, trees, and shrubs; installing crushed aggregate, storm sewer pipe (class 3 r.c.), concrete sidewalks, decorative brick borders, concrete driveways, roadway pipe end treatment, junction boxes, inlets (type pd, pb modified), manholes, chain link and privacy fence, topsoil, solid sodding, silt fence, wattle, construction safety fence, geometric controls, construction signs, and traffic control cones. Bids are due by 2:00 pm CT on November 18, 2026. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for November 4, 2026, at 2:00 pm CT at the City of Hoover Public Safety Center. Technical questions must be submitted by 12:00 pm CT on November 9, 2026. Bidders must possess an Alabama General Contractor's License with Highway & Streets (HS) or Municipal & Utility (MU) classification with drainage specialty licensure, and a City of Hoover business license. A 5% bid bond or certified check (max $10,000) is required.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Lowest responsible bidder meeting all specifications
- Qualifications
- Experience
- Conformity with specifications
- Past service history
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Bid Submission Checklist Form
- Company Information Page
- Proposal Form
- Bid Bond or Certified Check
- Accounting of Sales Tax Form
- Debarment Statement
- Certification of Compliance with Act 2016-312 Prohibition Against Boycotting
- Copy of General Contractor's License
- Certification Documents
- Evidence of valid registration and good standing for non-resident contractors
- Addenda Acknowledgement Form
- Submit to
- Office of the City Clerk, Hoover City Hall, 100 Municipal Lane, Third Floor, Hoover, AL 35216
- Scope location
- Hoover, AL
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Hoover?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 18, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Office of the City Clerk, Hoover City Hall, 100 Municipal Lane, Third Floor, Hoover, AL 35216. For questions, contact Rosemary Ginn.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Hoover in AL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Rosemary Ginn at (205) 739-7166. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest responsible bidder meeting all specifications, qualifications, experience, conformity with specifications, and past service history" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Hoover?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Hoover are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Hoover regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 90 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 18, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Bid Submission Checklist Form, Company Information Page, Proposal Form, Bid Bond or Certified Check, Accounting of Sales Tax Form, Debarment Statement, Certification of Compliance with Act 2016-312 Pr. Review the full document from City of Hoover for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Hoover, AL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.