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Council tables decision on three-bridge repair bids after wide price gap
Summary
Councilors tabled a decision on bids to repair three bridges on Third Avenue after two proposals — $20,000 and $60,000 for all three bridges — revealed a substantial scope/price discrepancy; staff will seek clarification before accepting bids.
Aliceville city leaders on Feb. 24 tabled action on bids to repair three bridges on Third Avenue after comparing two proposals that differed sharply in price.
Council reviewed a bid from RNS Underground Construction for $20,000 to replace all three bridges and a bid from Pastor Construction (listed in the record as Pastor/"Pasture" Construction) for $60,000 for the same three-bridge package. Council members expressed concern about the large discrepancy and said they wanted contractors to confirm they understood the full scope and specifications of the work before awarding the contract.
The mayor noted the council could hold the bids and contact bidders to verify details. A motion to table the decision until staff received additional information and clarification from bidders was made and seconded; the motion carried by voice vote.
Council did not adopt a contract or select a bidder at the meeting and left the bids pending further review.
